Ichiban

Allen gives amazing Service I have been coming here for a…read morecouples year now Moved to Southern California I came back and re visited didn't realize how amazing it was truly is 10/10

So this was my second time at big hot crab and I have no idea what happened during the six month…read moregap between my first and second visit but WOAH. Unlike the lovely service we had going there the first time, the service at the restaurant today was severely lacking. Our server just put our drinks in the middle of the table and we had to figure out whose drink was whose. When the food came out, my friend asked if they had a small crab fork. She looked at him confused and then went and got him, I kid you not, the largest dinner fork I've ever seen. Another server came to check on us and when my friend asked again about a small crab fork, the server explained "oh no we only have those large forks sorry." And then left. The food itself was great but the corn in my bag was BARELY cooked, which was really disappointing. The restaurant also applies tip for you so...do with that what you will.

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Pelicans Roost & Chowder House

3.7(173 reviews)

2.7 mi

We drive from Red Bluff just to get the Pelican's Roost food. They always do a great job and the…read morefood comes out fast and piping hot. Everything was delicious, and the service is good too. Will definitely be back for my next fish n chips fix!

Service was terrible and on top of that I got food poisoning. Environment was a little dirty. DO…read moreNOT EAT HERE.

Still clean.

Newer 7-14-2023

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Latest Menu July 2023

The Grill

3.9(42 reviews)

We have eaten here multiple times. Last night we went for happy hour and then had reservations…read moreafter graduation. We were running late but we were still accommodated. Everyone was so friendly and kind. Food is excellent. I had the halibut. Love the tomato confit. The Brussels are tasty. Great bar. Excellent service and nice dining room. Huge shout out to Rose who served us both times yesterday. She is professional and kind and so friendly. Thanks for making last years graduation dinner, memorable, and for making the masters program graduation dinner equally as top notch.

The hotel is very nice. Beautiful room. The restaurant…read moreappears to relaxing and comfortable. My Alfredo with shrimp was below par. Pasta was gummy and over cooked. The shrimp was rubbery and it too was over cooked. The favor was tasty but the presentation was not appealing. Would not recommend this dish. My wife's Ahi taco was presented nicely and she enjoyed her dinner. Service was friendly but really slow for nit many people at the grill. The three stars were due to my dinner was subpar at best.

The Grill in the Hotel Diamond, Chico, California. Feb.2024.

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Discovery Bar

4.5(61 reviews)

3.3 mi

I love they are doing that extra umph with recent drag shows allowing new talent in Chico finally…read more It's refreshing seeing a place where new entertainers can show what they about. The same ole same ole in most drag in Chico is dated. Sir Vix ran an amazing show I'll be glad to come back to! They just need to let the volume up and crank the feeling. This is one of my favorite places to come to. Everyone's always so nice and the place is very comfortable. I'm hoping for more of the shows.

Warning the service can be slow but the food is good. I ordered the Hibiscus cocktail which was…read moredelicious. For the food we ordered Burgers and both were very tasty with the yummy shoestring fries on the side. It's a small place, you can seat yourself, but the food and drinks are where it is at.

Appetizers

Mojo Steak Salad

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Panorama of bar, seating, lounge area. (Not pictured is more table seating and banquet room)

Mariscos La Costa Mexican Seafood Grill

3.9(218 reviews)

0.8 mi

Decent ambience and Comfy Seats, with okay, but overpriced food…read more Also, server we had was very nice, and the food came fairly quickly. (although there also weren't too many people there when we ate) I didn't actually order any seafood, so I can't speak to its quality. I had a Carnitas plate for around $18. Which, was a bit expensive for what it was. It wasn't bad by any means, but nothing special either.

The server was very pleasant and attentive, but the food was awful. I ordered the shrimp ceviche…read moretostadas, and it tasted like they used pre-cooked frozen shrimp. The shrimp was rubbery, it was barely thawed, and it had absolutely zero flavor. I dumped a lot of the sauce from the chips and salsa on top of it and that helped a bit with the taste but not the texture. At nine dollars apiece I would expect much better quality. I had high hopes for this place and was very disappointed.

Entering the place.

Raw Oysters with ceviche topping

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Michelada with added shrimp (+$1.50)

Oshio

4.7(95 reviews)

2.1 mi

This location is not closed permanently. It was only temporarily closed because of a flood that…read moreoccurred. This has been my favorite Korean restaurant for years. The soondubu and bulgogi plates are always delicious and clearly made fresh to order. The ingredients taste high quality, the portions are generous, and the food feels both comforting and healthy. What I really appreciate is the consistency -- every time we come, the quality is just as good as the last visit. We've brought several friends here over the years, and many of them swear by the Korean fried chicken. It's always crispy, flavorful, and a must-order when we come in a group. Beyond the food, the owners make this place special. The couple who run the restaurant are incredibly kind and welcoming. They always greet us with a warm smile and thank us when we leave, which makes the whole experience feel personal and genuine. You can really tell they care about their customers and their food. A true neighborhood gem that we'll keep coming back to.

We ordered the beef bulgogi and teriyaki chicken meals with a side of mondu. Delicious and would…read moredefinitely recommend. The vegis that come with the bulgogi plate were fantastic and the kimchi was outstanding.

911 Roll

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Burban Kitchen

4.1(154 reviews)

0.2 mi

There food is amazing my waiter was super nice and helpful and the environment is good for everyoneread more

Very cool atmosphere at Meriam Park with a great vibe! The food was very good, and the service was…read moreexcellent. We will return! ... More

Outdoor seating

Waffles & Berries

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Sicilian Cafe

3.9(211 reviews)

Sicilian Café is way bigger on the inside than it looks. The outdoor bar area was completely full…read morewhen we arrived, and the interior dining room was packed too--the crowd never really let up, which I think says a lot. We had reservations and were seated immediately. We started with the garlic bread and bruschetta, both of which were excellent. The mozzarella on the bruschetta was especially rich and buttery, definitely a standout. The moscow mule was refreshing, though I wish the ginger had a little more kick, and the cool strawberry mocktail was superb, not too sweet with the mint coming through. For mains, the spaghettini had naturally sweet tomatoes and a thick sauce that clung beautifully to the noodles. The scallops were fresh and sweet, though the mushroom risotto with saffron crème they sat on leaned tangy, which might be hit-or-miss depending on your palate. The chicken piccata was also quite tart, true to style. And the pork special was good too. We ended with the spumoni that was cherry-forward, and tiramisu, which was fantastic. Decadent, yet light and airy.

This continues to be our first choice of a "classy" dinner out in Chico. Good food, pleasant…read moreambiance, nice people. I love the attention to detail in the quality of small things. The olive oil and balsamic that go with the excellent bread are top quality and it just goes on from there. We had a lovely time this evening and our server, Rebekah, was especially delightful.

Beautiful

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5th Street Steakhouse

4.3(819 reviews)

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Our recent trip to the Fifth Street Steakhouse was an exceptional experience. The steaks were…read morecooked perfectly, and the service was excellent from start to finish. If you're going for a romantic night out with your squeeze, or celebrating something special, ask to sit in the "wine room". It's a bit quieter and has the perfect ambiance for a that special romantic evening. Fair warning: it's not cheap. But if you're looking for just the right place in the Chico area for a special, intimate evening - this is the place. My wife and I will definitely go back.

We choose to celebrate a major life accomplishment at the 5 th Street Steakhouse…read more After speaking to the hostess about our event, who was less than helpful and actually rude, I went against my instincts hoping to have a delightful meal and evening. Nope. The staff was not welcoming, our party was seated at two tables, close physical proximity, but 40 minutes apart in dining. When asked about the pending meals and excessive wait time, the server blamed a guest and said that it was his fault for ordering the chicken which took 35 minutes to cook. The check included a pre determined 20 % tip for sub par service. On a positive note, the lobster tail was tasty and the restaurant ambiance was cute. I can't get over the poor service though:(

The "wine room"

6 oz filet w/ garlic mashed potatoes and stuffed chicken breast w/ spinach, both delicious dishes

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6 oz filet

Crush

4.0(718 reviews)

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First off this place is beautiful and elegant. We had the opportunity to sit on the balcony with…read morethe view of downtown Chico while the sun was setting! The weather was perfect and the service was excellent. Our waiter suggested drinks for us and breakfast and oil was brought out to us. Loved the cute touch with the restaurants bake in the oil. We started off with Brussels sprouts and the shrimp arrbbiata. The appetizer set the standard for the meal and these did not disappoint! The Brussels sprouts were crispy and crunchy yet sweet and salty! The shrimp was placed on a thick sourdough bread that was so soft by the lemon garlic butter that the fork easily cut into it! This dish lemon scampi sauce was so delicious I need the recipe asap!! For entree we ordered lobster ravioli that has a form cream lobster reduction that was so creamy and buttery! The ravioli was perfectly cooked and soft! Probably the best lobster ravioli I've had! The second entree was the shortrib ragu and the rib meat were tender and the pasta soft! The burrata cheese on top pulled all the flavors together! This is such a cute place with great views and great service!

For my daughter's birthday, she chose Crush in Chico, and as first impressions go... this one made…read morea strong entrance. You step inside and head upstairs, and suddenly the outside world is forgotten. It's its own little realm holding court in the heart of Chico. It is warm, inviting, and has plenty of seating, with a full cast of attentive staff, and decor that doesn't shout "Italian!" from the rooftops, but is very hipster whispering with confidence. We opened with the lamb appetizer, and I'll admit this with measured humility... it rivaled my own. Tender, well-seasoned, and not a trace of that gamey nonsense. The Brussels sprouts followed suit, crisped just right, delivering that perfect bite between char and flavor. The bread and dipping combo? Let's just say restraint was not my strong suit. A few pizzas passed by like temptation itself, and every one of us took notice. Plans were made... our future visit in the works. For the mains, the birthday girl claimed the ribeye, and it arrived exactly as it should... cooked to perfection, with potatoes that could quietly steal the show if you weren't paying attention. Her boyfriend and I, in a moment of questionable maturity, settled our fate with Rochambeau. He emerged victorious and took the crispy chicken breast with gnocchi, a dish generous enough to test even a committed appetite. I went with the short rib ragu, rich and comforting, the kind of plate that doesn't need explaining. The drink selection holds its own, and the dessert menu read like a final act worth staying for... but we were defeated in the best possible way and bowed out early. Service never missed a beat. Present, attentive, and smooth from start to finish. Parking, as with most things in downtown Chico, requires a bit of patience and perhaps a small offering to the parking gods. But once inside, it's quickly forgotten. All told, a night well spent. Good food, good company, and a place that knows exactly what it's doing without needing to announce it. We'll be back... if only to answer the question those passing pizzas left behind.