50 Best Vegetarian Restaurants in Chico

“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.“

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

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

“Very good experience. The Owner accommodated our vegetarian dietary preferences and helped us in the right way ! The food was also very fresh and tasty, would recommend to all.“

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

“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!“

“we booked the tackle box for our work holiday party and it delivered big time. Our theme was cowboy christmas and the venue was perfect, they even had the DJ cowboy that night which was absolutely perfect. The staff were all great and definitely went the extra mile. All the food came out on time and everyone was happy with the choices. Also a big shout out to the bartender who kept 60 plus guests well hydrated and happy!“

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

“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.“

“I've eaten here twice now and it's been so good each time.“

“First time coming in today 4/12/26 and it blew my mind. Ordered the chicken katsu meal and the BBQ plate that included eveything. Chicken was cooked perfect and the BBQ beef was tender as can be. If I could critique anything, The beef short ribs were a little tough but tasted amazing!! I would 100% recommend to anyone.“

“We were randomly driving through Chico and wanted to find the taco shop. This place was a delightful find! The chicken was cooked in marinated very well, the hot sauce was fresh and delicious, The service was quick and nice and the ambience was cute and colorful! I definitely recommend it!“

“If you love authentic Mexican food this is the SPOT! The staff is amazing and they have so many wonderful options to choose from. Parking is nice for big trucks even if you have a trailer which is nice for us in the construction field. Give this place try, and thank me later!“

“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!!“

“Great food and the people are wonderful. We always get amazing service. Highly recommend!“

“Easily the best pizza in Chico. Can't beat buy one get one free!“

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

“The food was fresh and delicious. I’m always nervous ordering fish away from the coast, but This was outstanding! The gentleman taking my order very patient and very kind. I’ll definitely be back. I highly recommend as a traveling sales rep that eats everywhere. Give it a try if you’d like healthy eating.“

“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.“

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

“🌊 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 👋 🛻 💨“

“Always treated like a king here!“

“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!“

“👍🏻🍔👏🏻 excellent cheese burger especially if you ❤️ cheese.“

“The Best fish tacos! Yummie. Great service and atmosphere. The servers are friendly and a pleasure to be around. lightening fast service. 10+“

“A great place to go if you’re looking for affordable food that is also tasty. They have great breakfast burritos and a flavorful green salsa. This place also makes the best Horchata you will find for miles. You can call and order ahead which is nice. There’s a small outdoor eating area but very limited parking. It’s definitely more of a to-go type of restaurant. I love that even if you only order a single taco they always include lime, radish, and salt. The little gestures matter so much.“

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

“Fast and taste great tasting pizza“

“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!“

“Not for the first time we catered a dinner from La Familia. They never disappoint, always serving up fresh and yummy food. A big salad, enchiladas, queso dias, rice and beans, chips and salsa with hot sauce and sour cream. We were stuffed!“

“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!“

“Erika was the best waitress for our birthday brunch this morning!“

“10 and a half stars out of 5!!!“

“Authentic, great tasting food. Good size portions. Very reasonably priced. Nice outside patio.“

“Cómida deliciosa y buen servicio“

“My first time tonight and it was delicious 😋 Lingua Sopes were amazing and I've always loved beef Floutas 😋! I want some shrimp, fried tacos next time though. everything looked great though, I will be back.😉✌“

“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!“

“Best steak in town hands down. And the desert was amazing.“

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

“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.“

“We got the grilled fish, chicken and asada tacos, they were all AMAZING! The rack of ribs was also pretty yummy, a little dry but the flavor was delish! Will definitely be going back“

“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.“

“Best of them all. My go to beer“

“Buena comida, Mexicana, y muy buena atención por los propietarios..👍❤“

“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.“