50 Best Vegan Restaurants in Chico

“this place is utterly delightful. wonderful setting, fantastic ice cream. we go there regularly and love it every time!“

“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.“

“Did an online order and even with technical issues the people working on our order took accountability for the issue and even gave us a litter of soda and extra wings! Overall the food itself was amazing and delicious. We did a custom order pizza and the flavors were super tasty! Would definitely order food here again!“

“Absolutely amazing. The owner who slightly resembles Dweezil Zappa went above and beyond and helped us have a better Easter for our family gathering. Have enjoyed coming here for years and will do for years more. Thank you so so much. If you live in Chico you have to hit up the nook and if you don’t then you should stop while here and take some with you. Absolutely delicious every time.“

“Love their food! Best breakfasts in town! Nice servers, too.“

“Fabulous people, music and atmosphere!“

“Fantastic food at this little Chico hole in the wall restaurant.“

“Great food! Nice atmosphere.“

“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.“

“Great chill environment and love to sit outside with my dog after a morning in the park.“

“Great food! fun atmosphere. Sipho was super nice. Staff was friendly. You feel very welcomed and at home.“

“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!“

“I love Red Tavern! The atmosphere is the best, Whether you choose to eat inside or out. Cozy, quaint and inviting. They often have music on their beautiful patio which is fun!
The new owner always greets people like they are important and old friends. The wait staff is Great! Friendly, knowledgeable and very attentive to their customers,
The food!!!! Unique choices that are always good and filling.
Excellent choice for fine dining!“

“Delicious food, good prices and great service. Amazing Butter Chicken!“

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“It should honestly be a sin how good this chicken shawarma is. I had never tried it before the other day, and now I’m literally on my second plate as I’m writing this. I would give this place a million stars if I could. I’ll probably be back every few days for the next year… or at least until I physically can’t eat any more of it!“

“Always great food, friendly service and of course great beer!“

“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!!“

“Love this place. Can't miss it whenever my son comes back to Chico.“

“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!“

“I had the Rambling Rose juice this morning at the Wednesday Farmer’s Market. It was absolutely delicious!! So fresh and bright. I highly recommend it.“

“Now thats what I call an egg and cheese bagel!“

“Great food and they use high-quality ingredients. Highly recommend.“

“Always treated like a king here!“

“Fast and taste great tasting pizza“

“Great staff,service & juice! I was “sick” and the smoothie made me feel better!“

“Super dog friendly! I love taking client dogs on the patio😍“

“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!“

“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.“

“So yummy and fresh Can’t go wrong plenty to eat lots of yummy different types of teas.“

“Always delicious, fast, inexpensive and amazing customer service! My whole family loves this place“

“Fantastic dinner at Vietnam Bistro! I had the broken rice plate with egg loaf and grilled chicken, and my husband had a spicy soup with meatballs. Both were EXCELLENT — this is the best Vietnamese food I’ve had in years. They have a patio in front of the restaurant and a pleasant indoor dining room. I will certainly return here the next time I’m in Chico!“

“I love this place. Great food, great beer selection, and staff is amazing. They dont advertise as a German place or Bierhaus, but there's definitely a German influence. Currywurst isn't bad, potato salad is amazing, great burgers, sausage plates, and sandwiches. This is always one of my go-to spots in Chico.“

“Cocodine is simply the best Thai food in Chico. Nobody else comes close. My go to is Panang Curry, beef, Thai hot xl! So amazing! The kids love the Chicken Rama!“

“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.” ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️“

““Alternatives” too the norm.“

“Best of them all. My go to beer“

“I have to go to this place every week now. Ordering is easy, convenient, and you don't have to talk to anyone if you don't want to (huge win for quiet people). Despite the small space and limited menu, the food and drinks hold up to the quality you'd find at the main location. You may have already driven past this place a few times, and especially if you work on this side of town, you should try it out.“

“I am beyond impressed with Aca Taco. This place was recommended to me by friends who have been everywhere and are super selective—who said this place has the best authentic Mexican food in Chico. They were right. This is seriously the best Mexican food offered in Chico! I had a graduation party for my cousin with about 15 people to serve. I placed a lengthy detailed order online the day before for scheduled pick up on Saturday, and I got a huge discount for being a first-time customer. Their customer service is phenomenal—personable and helpful. They knew exactly who was picking up and all about the order. And we pretty much ordered a little bit of everything. The serving sizes were incredibly large, and everything was so fresh and cooked to perfection. I will be ordering again, and again, and again.“

“Everything. It’s perfect. The redwood sandwich co. That’s what’s on my mind Facebook. There’s a few places in town I will always visit. If you haven’t been here yet, you’re not trying hard enough. You’re hungry, you need a sandwich that feels like a sandwich. You don’t want one of those wimpy limp sandwiches that you find for $5. You know the ones, with the iceberg lettuce and the bread that tastes like nothing. You want a MANS SANDWICH. You’re not walking around on your twinkly toes. You might wear a tutu, but that doesn’t define your food desire. That’s right. You want mouth feel. You want to put it in your mouth and not talk for at least 10 minutes. You want food that makes everything stop and take pause. You’re grown, but this sandwich makes your hands look like a child. You’re ready to eat. And eat you shall. That tri tip sandwich is dripping with goodness. It’s a feast between two slices of bread. The thanksgiving sandwich makes you wish you spent your holiday here. Pair that with their soups that don’t quit, or their Mac and cheese that stops the world, you’re in food coma and all you’ve done is smell it. If you’re lucky, you’ll make it there when they have a pork belly special. It will turn you. You won’t know what hit you. But you’ll spend the month dreaming about that sandwich. You think you took a nap, but really, you closed your eyes to re live the feel of that sandwich in your hands, and no one had to know that you woke up eating your pillow. It’s ok, your secret is safe with me. Treat yourself. You deserve this.“

“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.“

“Excellent , flavorsome food. We loved it . Will order again“

“Our sandwiches were exceptional. I could only eat 1/2 of mine, my husband gorged himself on his. We were not disappointed! We'll definitely go back.
My only gripe is that the chair backs and counter were sticky. They really needed to be wiped down with a damp rag. I wiped them with a dry rag that the cook gave me, which didn't do much good. Somebody should keep up with that.
But, the food was out of this world!“

“Great place for a paint and sip!“

“Cómida deliciosa y buen servicio“

“Terrific catering experience for my daughter's wedding. Pizza was delicious, wings were a big hit and the salads were amazing. Wedding went great and we had some left over for morning pizza. It was a beautiful day. Thank you for making it go so smoothly.“

“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“

“I don’t post anything like this but today is an exception. I’m new to the reviews but I ordered Coffee Ranch through DoorDash and this place has some awesome customer service and they were so nice to me. The food I ordered and the chocolate croissant was impeccable and they gained a new customer. I’ll be going to them in the future. I’m such a happy camper. Thank you to everyone at Coffee Ranch, you guys just made my day😃😋♥️“

“This is my go-to Thai place when I come to Chico to visit my parents. My mom has a lot of dietary restrictions and this place is always accommodating and gives great service. The food is always good my favorite is the Penang curry with chicken. My dad always gets the cashew chicken and loves it. We get the Satay chicken and we love the sticky mango rice for dessert. My mom and I also get their Thai tea what's your delicious.“