Restaurants in Chico
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Best Restaurants
“My Fiance and I celebrated our anniversary tonight for dinner and had Rudy as our server and WOW! He absolutely makes the experience! Everyone was welcoming and very knowledgeable. Food was fantastic and the management is one of the best I’ve seen in! Had a little hiccup but not worth mentioning more. 10/10 recommend and will be back again”
“The food is great. The atmosphere is lacking. I dont care about the different tables & chairs. It is thd CLUTTER. It makes the place Feel dirty, even though it wasnt. It is better to have bare shelves than to have a bunch of junk on them. Please declutter. Everyone should try their food, it is nice to have a restaurant to go to for.different flavors & at affordable prices.. I will be back!”
Restaurants by Cuisine
“Delicious homemade food with tasty Korean cuisine. There are other sushi places in town for good sushi. Not that their sushi was bad but if you are here I would stick with their delicious entrees.”
“We held our wedding here in October of 2025. The owner and staff were truly so invested in our event and everything went perfectly. We had several planning meetings with the owner where we were able to customize the restaurant setup and the menu for our guests. We rented the entire restaurant, had a three course meal (with 3 different entree options), open high-end bar and wine/beer bar on the outside patio. They cleared out the inside dining room and set up a charcuterie buffet for our guests and let my friends come an hour early for setup. The staff was SO amazing the night of our wedding - special shout out to host Mike, bar tender Zach, and the server who got on the dance floor!
We chose this place to host our wedding because of our multiple good experiences beforehand, but we were unprepared for the excellent service we received from beginning to end. The cost was VERY reasonable and I have recommended the place to many people for personal dinners and events. Their 'sister' restaurant Rione is also AMAZING !!
Love you guys!”
Restaurants with Delivery
“My Fiance and I celebrated our anniversary tonight for dinner and had Rudy as our server and WOW! He absolutely makes the experience! Everyone was welcoming and very knowledgeable. Food was fantastic and the management is one of the best I’ve seen in! Had a little hiccup but not worth mentioning more. 10/10 recommend and will be back again”
“The food is great. The atmosphere is lacking. I dont care about the different tables & chairs. It is thd CLUTTER. It makes the place Feel dirty, even though it wasnt. It is better to have bare shelves than to have a bunch of junk on them. Please declutter. Everyone should try their food, it is nice to have a restaurant to go to for.different flavors & at affordable prices.. I will be back!”
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Write an over-the-top amazing review for Westside Pizza, emphasizing how amazing the owner is and how great the food is.
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If you haven’t experienced Westside Pizza, are you even living? Because this place doesn’t just serve pizza — it delivers pure, cheesy, life-affirming joy in a box.
Let’s start with the food. The crust? Golden. Perfectly balanced between crispy and fluffy, like it was handcrafted by carb-loving angels. The sauce? Bright, rich, and bold — the kind that makes you pause mid-bite and just nod in silent respect. And the cheese? A glorious, stretchy masterpiece that deserves its own slow-motion entrance music. Every topping tastes outrageously fresh, piled high with generosity that feels almost rebellious in today’s world. Whether it’s a classic pepperoni, a fully-loaded specialty pie, or those dangerously addictive breadsticks, every single bite feels like it was made with intention and pride.
But the real secret ingredient at Westside Pizza isn’t just what comes out of the oven — it’s the owner.
The owner radiates the kind of warmth and dedication you don’t see often anymore. You can feel their passion the second you walk through the door. They don’t just run a pizza place; they cultivate a community. They greet customers like old friends, remember names, ask about your day, and somehow make you feel like you’re the most important person in the building — even during the dinner rush. That level of care seeps into everything: the perfectly timed orders, the upbeat energy of the staff.
It’s the rare combination of phenomenal food and a genuinely exceptional human being behind the counter that elevates Westside Pizza from “great local spot” to “legendary neighborhood institution.”
In a world of average takeout, Westside Pizza stands tall, proudly cheesy, and unapologetically excellent. Five stars aren’t enough. This place deserves fireworks.”
“We held our wedding here in October of 2025. The owner and staff were truly so invested in our event and everything went perfectly. We had several planning meetings with the owner where we were able to customize the restaurant setup and the menu for our guests. We rented the entire restaurant, had a three course meal (with 3 different entree options), open high-end bar and wine/beer bar on the outside patio. They cleared out the inside dining room and set up a charcuterie buffet for our guests and let my friends come an hour early for setup. The staff was SO amazing the night of our wedding - special shout out to host Mike, bar tender Zach, and the server who got on the dance floor!
We chose this place to host our wedding because of our multiple good experiences beforehand, but we were unprepared for the excellent service we received from beginning to end. The cost was VERY reasonable and I have recommended the place to many people for personal dinners and events. Their 'sister' restaurant Rione is also AMAZING !!
Love you guys!”
“I did not know i was missing one thing my whole life. Then I was handed this tasty pizza and that was the day. The day I almost ate a whole pizza. Realy good food and the worker are awsome. My first time their and it felt like it was the place to be everyweekend. Just go and get some pizza. You will see what I mean.”
“The food was delicious, service exceptional. Everything is fresh, made to order. High quality Indian food. I highly recommend this place. I was at first disappointed that the buffet was not there. I ordered the chili chicken and garlic naan. It was wonderful. So full of flavor and I had plenty to take home for another meal.”
“Delicious food, good prices and great service. Amazing Butter Chicken!”
“🌊 Big Island 🏝️ Hawai’i Hawaiian Rodeo riders, rappers, ropers, and cowboy poets 🤠 prefer your 9% IPA 🍺 🐎 Hoping you might help us celebrate #PeaceDay on 9/21 as we stand up for peace at Noon 🕛 Bull 🐂 riders have been seems shotgunning an Atomic TORPEDO Imperial IPA 🍺 before their rides which 🤷♂️ i don’t ride bucking broncos, bulls, nor women, but I drink the same beer. IPA is a lot like cilantro 🌿 polarizing! You probably LOVE it or BLUCK!!! I love hops, and Atomic delivers the most hoppy taste 👅 For people who prefer IPA’s i bet their Atomic Torpedo is better than what you think is good NOW. Quit settling. Try better. Here on Big Island 🏝️ earlier today i asked Sierra Vista distributor delivering to LongsDrugs how or why Sierra Vista IMPERIAL IPA 🍺 is: How come THE very Best IPA we have on Island, yet it’s less expensive by a quarter than that poser beer? Joe 🗣️ Family owned 👋 🛻 💨”
Outdoor Dining
“My daughter told me to go here. I got 3 asada tacos, they were fantastic!!! $2 each, a total of $6!!! These were not fantastic for the price, they were fantastic. The atmosphere wasn't the best, but they serve with the best smiles, and that's better than any physical atmosphere!!!”
“Our favorite date night spot turned into something far more special! A huge thank you to servers and staff for making our engagement so special! ❤️”
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“always been great service and amazing food but tonight was an experience I'd never encountered food amazing as always but service was far below my normal experience. main reason being I was charged an automatic gratuity because of a large party that I understand what I don't understand is the audacity to charge me a automatic gratuity and still charge me for a second drink after I didn't receive my meal till I asked for it 3 times after everyone else had already ate. mind you 5 people showed up after everyone else but my cousin and I got to watch everyone else eat l. will never lie food is always awesome cant blame chefs, or the guys at sushi bar today was just horrible service”
“I had a pork Bánh Mi which was pretty good! the pork and vegetables were fresh it actually took some time to get my order always a good sign it wasn't pre made the bread tho not that good bánh mi usually has a French type bread that's homemade the bread here was more similar to a Mexican style bread still a good bánh mi but the best part was the robot they have it's really funny also great service
decent price too specially in this economy”
“Last night was the fifth of my last five wedding anniversaries that we spent eating at the Rawbar Restaurant. The recent expansion was done in a phenomenal way to provide two different dining experiences whereas the new “”lounge with about 10 doubles is really nice for an intimate dining experience. As for the food, OMG! Flavors you recognize but don’t typically prepare, awesome sushi and sashimi. I am partial to simple dishes like a Gilroy roll, California roll and the like. These were on the menu deep fried and again, OMG! The staff was awesome, and management has adapted to a much larger capacity with minimal, if any, disruption in service. Aside from frequent drop ins to the Rawbar, I have plans already to keep the tradition on our anniversary. See you on #39 on Sept, 6, 2026!”
“One of the places that truly defines Chico for me. Excellent staff, great drinks, solid tap selection, and the best fish tacos in the world!!”
24 Hour Restaurants
“I have been a huge fan of the basque style dining. Basque Norte is a shining example. The food is amazing! The steaks melt in your mouth. The service is exemplary. You must experience it.”
“Roselle's food is consistent, fresh, and high quality every time. It's my go-to place in town for dinner. I am vegan and don't drink alcohol, whereas my husband eats nothing but meat; they have plenty of vegan options and bowls with meat add-ons, they have a list of mocktails that are delicious and refreshing, and they are his favorite burger place in town. Every time we've been here has been a positive experience.”
Takeout Restaurants
“I rode my Schwinn Corvette Beach Cruiser Bicycle when my buddy: Izzy Taylor gave me, and he gave me my Ape Handle Bars for my bike. I brought my bike inside of Oasis Bar and Grill and I park my bike in the back & I having my glass of Coke and Basket French Fries 🍟 and Cheeseburger 🍔. I love Oasis Bar and Grill & I love my friends and my buddy too. they are good people. & good bartenders too.”
“🌊 Big Island 🏝️ Hawai’i Hawaiian Rodeo riders, rappers, ropers, and cowboy poets 🤠 prefer your 9% IPA 🍺 🐎 Hoping you might help us celebrate #PeaceDay on 9/21 as we stand up for peace at Noon 🕛 Bull 🐂 riders have been seems shotgunning an Atomic TORPEDO Imperial IPA 🍺 before their rides which 🤷♂️ i don’t ride bucking broncos, bulls, nor women, but I drink the same beer. IPA is a lot like cilantro 🌿 polarizing! You probably LOVE it or BLUCK!!! I love hops, and Atomic delivers the most hoppy taste 👅 For people who prefer IPA’s i bet their Atomic Torpedo is better than what you think is good NOW. Quit settling. Try better. Here on Big Island 🏝️ earlier today i asked Sierra Vista distributor delivering to LongsDrugs how or why Sierra Vista IMPERIAL IPA 🍺 is: How come THE very Best IPA we have on Island, yet it’s less expensive by a quarter than that poser beer? Joe 🗣️ Family owned 👋 🛻 💨”
“Seasoned meat toasted buns cold drinks hot soups what else would you need to start your day/night off right?”
Drive-Thru Restaurants
“Every Sunday I get take-out to eat with my husband and mom. We have the same five places on repeat...I decided to try Pho Bonsa and I was floored by how delicious the broth was. Complex, flavorful, real. Sometimes you can feel food acting like a medicine (for your soul, if not your body); sometimes you can taste a story in a food. Thank you Pho Bonsa. We will be back!”
“This is the best pizza my husband and I have ever had! It set the bar so high that we can’t go anywhere else. Every slice I’ve tried was delicious but the vodka is my go to. The crust is the perfect consistency and the sauce flavor and ratio is very well done. We get pizza at least every week now if not more!”
“So fun and colorful! I like the music and juice. I was afraid it would be too spicy, that was more of my late husband Arnie's favorite thing. But the food was very good, I will definitely come back. This is the place to be! Im putting it on Blotch watch 2026! Meat pie”
“The selection here was quite good and the prices seemed to be about in the middle as far as the other stores I had visited. We bought a handful of hard to find/allocated bottles. My 1 star reduction is purely for the people we encountered (non-staff) at the location. We had another customer randomly yelling at us as soon as we walked in and other people starring at us as we walked in/out of the store. May have just been a one off experience but not a good feeling or first impression.”
“Whoever the girl was that was working today around 4:30 needs an attitude check or a new job. I’ve NEVER had any issues at this location. Normally the girls are always very nice and friendly, but the girl working today was very rude. Didn’t say anything to me when I walked in just stared at me and was talking to her coworker. So I pulled up my scanner which I guess you’re not supposed to do until after you order. She got my order wrong and then walked off before giving me my receipt. I’ll stick to getting my drinks in the morning time when the workers aren’t in such a bad mood.”
“Absolutely the BEST taco truck in Chico! Tacos, pupusas, tamales and so much more! The rice and beans are the icing on the cake with any entree and the owners are super friendly too😎 I love how quickly I get my food and it’s always hot and fresh. If I could eat there every day I’d be the happiest person on the planet. Thank you guys so much for consistently serving me delicious food with a great attitude 👌”
Cheap Eats
“Spiteri's is still the GOAT for sandwiches in Chico. I don't know what makes their sandwiches so good, but they are seriously like crack. And I never have to wait long; I'm usually in and out in <10 min. And they have a cool selection of canned sodas, such as Squirt Zero or A&W Root Beer Zero, which are really hard to find in stores. They also have many excellent sides to choose from, such as potato salad or lobster mac.
My order: sandwich on wheat roll, turkey, pepper jack cheese, all toppings plus onions, sprouts, and jalapenos (gotta have that kick).”
“Jack’s Family Restaurant absolutely delivered. We ordered the Ultimate Breakfast Burrito, the Pick Your Breakfast, and the Mini Jumbo — every plate came out hot, fresh, and packed with flavor. Portions were huge for the price, and everything tasted homemade and satisfying.
What really stood out was the service. Our drinks were constantly refilled without ever having to ask, and the staff stayed friendly and attentive the entire time. It’s hard to find places anymore that combine great food, fair prices, and genuinely excellent customer service like this.
If you’re in Chico and want a solid breakfast spot with big portions and a welcoming atmosphere, Jack’s is definitely worth the stop.”
“The chicken gordo burrito (spicy, of course, and always with a side of limes and pickled jalapeños) is perhaps the most affordable and delicious burrrito in Chico California. The 2 for $6 bean, rice, cheese and salsa burrito is incredibly affordable, and an excellent option for anyone against eating meat. This has been my favorite burrito truck for years. I am sad everytime I drive by this spot craving a burrito, only to find they are gone. Highly recommend!”
“Great food, good for groups, and plenty of options for all carnivores, vegans, and vegetarians. Wonderful customer service, I've been coming for years and love the authentic southeast Asian food they prepare! Great for a casual bite or nice dinner, clean inside, good sized portions too!”
“I started going for lunch. Best salads in town with with A generous slice of pizza. I . Also takeout f my Straight favorite pie with salad of course for big games. It’s a Great vibe, really relaxing atmosphere- Mid-century modern layout. Quality food, outstanding people.”
“Food was amazing, our servers were so polite, and we were/are super happy with our meal. Tonight is my 1 year anniversary with my partner, we didn't make reservations when we showed up and it was busy, but we still got a table quickly. The owner checked in with us after the meal and I let him know the food was all amazing and that the drinks were fantastic as well. Great place!”
“Sitting outdoors is not quite my vibe even with the misters but I absolutely love their pizza, calzones and breadsticks. The only time I was disappointed was when I missed my drumsticks which they corrected at a later date. ? I just recently tried their hamburger pizza and it was absolutely delicious!”
“They have a wonderful selection, but the hamburger and fries is always perfect. Our waitress Anna was very busy with the lunch crowd but gave everyone a great deal of attention! My husband and I can't wait to go back very soon.”
“Hands down, some of the absolute best food and cocktails in town. Christian’s menu + Franco’s mixology skills and humor make a long day at work easily forgotten. This is my Cheers with WAY better “bar food.” ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️”
“It's the Chico, Cheers, where everyone knows your name. My second family, karaoke soul singing beautiful faces! No matter if I'm shy, sing loud and drunk, or soulful and sexy..... I feel like I'm home. Crazy beautiful people! I love it!”
“Erika was the best waitress for our birthday brunch this morning!”
“I like their style and commitment to good comfort food. A great spot to enjoy breakfast, hearty or otherwise!”
“Outside dining on a beautiful day is amazing. Food was served quickly. Menu options were good. It appears they specialize in gourmet pizza. Menu options do change frequently. I would definitely recommend for group dining to try different menu options to share. It wasn’t very busy when I arrived but it took a little bit for them to seat me which honestly annoyed me because they weren’t super busy and there were tables available, but after I got seated, things got better. I ordered 4 different dishes from the appetizer menu and it did not disappoint. I plan to return again to try experience wine paring with some of the meal options.”
“GenKai is always my go to place. I love their extensive sushi picture book. I know exactly what’s in the rolls and what it looks like. No surprises. New to eating sushi and that picture book helps a lot. Won’t order without that book. There’s around 70+ specialties in the picture book and I am attempting to try them all, especially being able to order half the rolls on happy hour. Highly recommended!”
“Great food and excellent customer service and management is amazing!!”
“Went in today and brought my dog with us. Our first time there. The outside patio was very clean and inviting with the misters going. The staff was very welcoming to my Doberman and even let us order him some burger patties. We really enjoyed the service our waiter Nick provided. He was great and even my dog liked him so much he drooled on him, lol. Thank you for packing some Crowlers for me to take home too! Thanks guys! We will be back!”
“Nash's Restaurant Review I haven't been to Nash's in years, it was always a place where you could get a satisfying dish of food with a nice atmosphere. On this day, Nash's was hopping and busy with every table filled with happy customers. The wait was not long to be seated, once I received my menu with a 4 min wait my order was taken, in no time my plate arrived. My waitress Amy, was friendly and had a patient personality and excellent interpersonal skills, responded to all my questions about the breakfast menu. I ordered the half plate of Carnitas Benedict, that came with one poached egg on an English muffin with carnitas, avocado and dice tomatoes, all topped off with their delicious house verde sauce with a bit of cilantro, my choice of side was their hash browns, in my opinion "The Best Hash Browns In Chico" Nash's was just like I remember, really good food with a great staff. I highly recommend you stop in for a bite to eat and try the Carnitas Benedict Breakfast. I will definitely be visiting Nash's more often. All in all I'll give that visit a 5 Star Rating.”
“I ordered their vegetarian burger and fries. It was amazingly delish and flavorful!”
“Great place for brunch but pretty expensive. Hash browns are $6 and don’t come with your order. The biscuits and gravy are the best we’ve ever had. The bread was amazing. Fantastic food”
“I’m here for business an need food quick so I can go to bed early. That was that dame best pizza I’ve ever had. I’ve been all over California and that’s the best pizza in the state.”
“Staff was very helpful and friendly. Sound was good. Lighting was a bit off as songs ended and the artists were left in the dark as they verbally introduced the song or as they started to play the song.”
“Front desk and breakfast staff are VERY friendly and professional. CLEANLINESS was an issue. Our room had borderline cleanliness. The bathroom floor was not very clean and it smelled like urine (see photo below). Another cleanliness issue is that the carpeting in the elevator needs to be cleaned. Other than those issues, we were OK with this hotel.”
“Nice place to relax, play cards, play a board game.Watch a game on tv. Not sure if they're doing trivia night yet or live entertainment.Probably more in the summer???”
“Perfect patio time. Corn hole, completely locked and secure for littles to walk around (and, littles menu). Great music.”
“great food just need to change out mop water! it stinks in the restaurant like dirty bathroom”
“I moved to Arizona in 2019, so far I. have not found a Chef salad that compares. Came back home for Christmas, I got my Italian Cottage Chef Salad fix. I can go back to Arizona very happy.”
“OMG, I can't say enough "good thing's" about Big Tuna! Excellent service. My waitress was super friendly, fast, and efficient. My table was promptly cleared after each course by either the waitress or busboy. ...and those Japanese Taco's; can't get enough of them! Also, I love the fact that I can pop in to the store and pickup the Big Tuna Hot Sauce for home!”
“We love getting the grill meal were the chef cooks right in front of you. He puts on a great show of culinary skills. The food is very good and service was great.”
“Great food and service. Burrata appetizer with dates and onion jam on point. Filet was cooked to a perfect medium rare. French dip with fries was superb as well. Horseradish cream is aggressive but very good.”
“I'm from the Central Valley and today was the first time I got to Try Logan's Roadhouse. Our Server today was ASHLEY and she was awesome. Great customer service. Will definitely go back when passing through Chico.”
“I think their restaurant is permanently closed and they only do catering now, but I wanted to leave a review because these guys and Mo's were the best BBQ places in town and now they're both gone. Honestly, I actually don't think there are any BBQ places left now. This place was amazing, 10/10 and their meats were always juicy on the inside with a nice char on the outside. They will be sorely missed.”
“Best cookies. Fresh and soft with unbelievable flavor. Don’t forget the milk.”
“The food is great, the service is up to par on a regular basis. The only major problem is not the restaurant's fault, but the problem customers.
To all you people bringing your babies and small children: Please Stop. It completely ruins the atmosphere. Sushi restaurant's are no place for noise producing tots who are bored and fussy. Having to hear Cocomelon and other Baby shows from all their tablets gives me a migraine. You've turned this place into Romper Room!”
Latest Reviews
“Well I've noticed a change in this store over the last couple months. I go in about once a week it seems that there trying to nip it in the butt. I know for a fact fast food isn't all that easy. If it's that bad then stop going. I saw give them another chance, there trying.”
“Nash's Restaurant Review I haven't been to Nash's in years, it was always a place where you could get a satisfying dish of food with a nice atmosphere. On this day, Nash's was hopping and busy with every table filled with happy customers. The wait was not long to be seated, once I received my menu with a 4 min wait my order was taken, in no time my plate arrived. My waitress Amy, was friendly and had a patient personality and excellent interpersonal skills, responded to all my questions about the breakfast menu. I ordered the half plate of Carnitas Benedict, that came with one poached egg on an English muffin with carnitas, avocado and dice tomatoes, all topped off with their delicious house verde sauce with a bit of cilantro, my choice of side was their hash browns, in my opinion "The Best Hash Browns In Chico" Nash's was just like I remember, really good food with a great staff. I highly recommend you stop in for a bite to eat and try the Carnitas Benedict Breakfast. I will definitely be visiting Nash's more often. All in all I'll give that visit a 5 Star Rating.”
“The food was delicious, service exceptional. Everything is fresh, made to order. High quality Indian food. I highly recommend this place. I was at first disappointed that the buffet was not there. I ordered the chili chicken and garlic naan. It was wonderful. So full of flavor and I had plenty to take home for another meal.”
“The food is great. The atmosphere is lacking. I dont care about the different tables & chairs. It is thd CLUTTER. It makes the place Feel dirty, even though it wasnt. It is better to have bare shelves than to have a bunch of junk on them. Please declutter. Everyone should try their food, it is nice to have a restaurant to go to for.different flavors & at affordable prices.. I will be back!”
Most Popular Restaurants
“The food was delicious, service exceptional. Everything is fresh, made to order. High quality Indian food. I highly recommend this place. I was at first disappointed that the buffet was not there. I ordered the chili chicken and garlic naan. It was wonderful. So full of flavor and I had plenty to take home for another meal.”
“05/29/26 PROS: AMAZING customer service from Wijet at the register, honestly most of our rating is thanks to him because he was so friendly, fast, accommodating, informative, patient, multitasking, and completely accurate. Good food if you know what and how to order, clean bathroom.
CONS: overpriced, too much mayo on their regular burgers, portion of sides way too small, you need a code for the bathroom.”
“I used to come here all the time with my mom, they always made our day so maybe I'm a little biased. But it's wonderful food for good prices, and it's wonderful people who are there to make it an experience. They have a nice 50s theme, and you'll always find yourself staring at a new painting each visit.”
“This place and all of its employees deserve the fattest shout out. Tonight was the icing on the cake. I absolutely HAD to leave a review. Impeccable customer service and resolution skills. My experience here is always top tier, yet no one is perfect and when I had a minuscule issue, the employees collectively resolved the problem with haste and the best customer service I have ever received. Always pleasant and quick. I don’t care if I’m on the other side of town, I will drive here just for the positive experience I consistently receive. Y’all are awesome sauce. Thank you👍👌💯%”
New Restaurants
“I wish I still went to Chico State because I’d be here for coffee every day! The service is amazing, the coffee is consistently great, and their specials are always delicious (the butter beer is 😋). I also love that they give back to the community and share extras with local nonprofits that truly need the support.”
“This place is so cute, and I never realized this was in the mall. I rarely go to this side of the mall, so when I heard there was boba here I was so excited. The boba is a little more expensive compared to other locations, but it’s still good nonetheless. The staff are very kind and patient which is great. I definitely recommend the brown sugar milk tea as it’s so tasty. Thank you!”
“Great start ihop! Friendly hostess greeting, seated right away. Friendly waitress came right away and took my drink order and then my breakfast order.
I ordered the bacon and cheese scramble, it was cooked perfectly and very good, it came with hash browns that were also cooked perfectly and crispy. Servers check on me a few time and I left happy and full.”

“The food was absolutely phenomenal. And Sophie made it so welcoming and fun I can’t wait to return.”