Inside the Menu at The Bear Bierhaus: What Every Section Means

The BEAR Bierhaus is Tofino's only West Coast Bierhaus — a high-energy room built around bold food, cold drinks, and the kind of night you'll want to stay for. Chef-driven and seasonally inspired, the menu changes with the seasons, the catch, and the creativity of the kitchen. But the structure stays the same. Here's what to expect from each section of the menu, whatever's on it when you visit.

Chilled

This is the raw bar — the section built for oyster lovers and anyone who wants their seafood as fresh as possible. Expect fresh shucked oysters, seasonal seafood preparations, and bright, chilled starters designed to wake up your appetite before the rest of the meal arrives.

Small

The shareable section, and often where the kitchen has the most fun. This is where you'll find wings, flatbreads, poutine, and other snackable plates built for the middle of the table — the kind of food that pairs naturally with a round of drinks and good conversation.

Vegetables

Sides and vegetable-forward plates that hold their own. Whether it's something roasted, pickled, or grilled, this section rounds out the table and gives the meal some balance against the richer mains.

Handhelds

Burgers and sandwiches, done properly. This is the section for anyone who wants something hearty and classic — always with a fresh take, and always served with a choice of hand-cut fries or greens.

Pasta

Comfort food with a chef's touch. Rich, slow-cooked sauces and house-made pasta define this section — the kind of dishes that feel like a warm night in, even when you're out.

Large

The mains built for sharing or settling in. This is where the kitchen's biggest ideas land — seafood, steak, poultry, and game, always sourced with an eye toward what's local and in season. It's the section that changes the most from visit to visit, and the one worth asking your server about.

Dessert

The finish. Rich, a little indulgent, and built to be shared — the kind of dessert that makes you glad you saved room.

The Menu Changes. The Vibe Doesn't.

New seasonal features drop every Friday in limited quantities while they last, so the specifics of what's on the menu shift regularly — but the categories, and the kitchen's approach to each one, stay consistent. That's part of the appeal: you always know the kind of experience you're walking into, even if the plate in front of you is brand new.

More Than Just a Menu

Beyond the food, there's always a reason to be at The Bear:

• Happy Hour, daily from 3:30–5:00PM, with 30% off everything in the Snacks section plus drink specials

• Patio Day Wednesdays, with Rosé and Aperol Spritz specials all day long

• Game Day Thursdays, with beer, burger, and fries for $28

• Weekly Features, new every Friday, with hyper-seasonal ingredients in limited quantities

Visit The Bear Bierhaus

Located at 120 First St., Tofino, BC, inside the revitalized MAQ Hotel, The Bear is open daily from 12:00PM–10:00PM. Come hungry, come curious, and ask your server what's new this week.

The Bear Bierhaus 120 First St., Tofino, BC V0R 2Z0 +1 800-665-3199 thebearbierhaus.com