Eating while riding horseback was pioneered by the efficient Mongols, who also adjusted to reading, receiving haircuts, and filling out their taxes atop their four-legged mobiles. Enjoy the convenience of chairs and tables with today’s deal: for $7, you get $14 worth of casual diner fare at Black Bear Diner on El Centro Road.

Whipping up delectable dishes that douse the fiery appetites of any appetite resembling that of a grizzly on fire, Black Bear Diner has served as a favorite eating abode of satisfied patrons since 1995. Homestyle eats are paired with top-notch service to provide an enjoyable dining destination that has spawned more than 40 Black Bear Diner locations nationwide. Large portions are offered on mountainous lunch and dinner menus full of tantalizing, smile-inducing flavors. Try the tri-tip dip sandwich with grilled onions, mushrooms, and swiss cheese ($9.49), the slow-cooked pot roast ($9.99-$10.99), or Bob's big bear burger ($9.99), all of which will give your taste buds something to write home about besides their usual sappy drivel about their girlfriends, your teeth. Additionally, an impressive breakfast menu showcasing items such as the huge Bigfoot chicken-fried steak and eggs ($10.99) is offered all day, ensuring a solid meal for later risers and recovery-dodging egg addicts.

A hearty meal should include a sizeable mound of goodness and offer several plates, like a baseball field made of tasty beef. At Black Bear Diner, patrons can enjoy large portions of home-style fare and inviting service that’s much more enjoyable than dining in an actual black bear.