Momo’s Poke

Been coming here since they first opened, so it's been a long time…read more Sushi is always fresh and delicious. Prices are appropriate for what you're getting. Glad they are still around after all these years!

Rawbar is hands down my favorite sushi spot in Chico and after another visit it still holds the…read morecrown, well not the King of Chico, that's me. They are famous for their Poké bowl, but we only did sushi this time (my willpower deserves recognition).. The edamame was excellent and their miso soup is still one of my favorites anywhere. It just tastes different... richer and more intentional than the usual versions. I'm a huge saba fan and theirs was exactly why I keep coming back... clean, fresh and done right. My kid had the tataki and it was the same story there, super fresh and gone in about thirty seconds. We also had the Gilroy (yum) Japanese Cowboy, Red Dragon, Hibachi Sunset and Lotus Cobra. The Lotus Cobra is one of those rolls you order once and then it just becomes part of your future. The ambiance is probably my favorite in Chico. It's one of those places where you can have a great meal and some top tier people watching at the same time. Service is always solid, friendly without being fake, and everything from the dining area to the bathrooms is consistently clean. I'll just say it... I wish we had a place like this back on the Mendocino Coast. Until then, this is always going to be my Chico sushi stop. If you like fresh fish, good energy and a place that just feels dialed in, Rawbar is hard to beat.

Baby back ribs ( not chops)..the best!!!

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Thaos

4.0(12 reviews)

Food was good and priced great! Service was fast and friendly. Inside looks a lot better than the…read moreoutside. For the price this is a good option. 4 stars $10 chicken bowl. Didn't need any sauce. Good amount of chicken, veggies, and rice. For the price it's hard to beat. 3.5 stars $11 fried instant noodles. It's instant noodles with some veggies, and I think sliced hot dogs. It was overall average. Price isn't to bad.

I came here on a rainy day and the food was perfect to help warm me up. Both Lee and Reyna were…read morevery friendly and the service they provided was exceptional. I'm glad to have found a restaurant that sells amazing and authentic Hmong food. The kapoon was rich with coconut flavor and the noodle soup broth packed so much flavor. I like how they provide condiments on the tables to add to your dishes. The fresh dried red chili flakes definitely made my noodle soup spicy which I enjoyed. My girlfriend had the Thai Tea and said it had great flavor and wasn't too sweet which was nice. I ordered the Lao Papaya salad and pepper sauce to-go to have when I got home. The papaya salad and pepper sauce went well with my pork rinds and chicken I had at home. Will definitely be returning! Thanks again!

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Momona

3.7(396 reviews)

Love the shrimp with fried rice squares. Veggies are always fresh and tasty!…read moreGreat ambiance and fresh air. 5/5

Food was excellent was quite tasty. The service was superb. The money for the value (mwah) yes…read moreplease and thank you. These young adults work hard to please From the dishwasher to the person who takes your order, prepares your Order to delivery to your table. They appear to take Pride, whatever their roll,to please. Clean and friendly! Woot woot!!

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PB & Jimmys

4.5(20 reviews)

I reeeeeally wanted to like this place and after many attempts to eat here (and finding them…read moreclosed), I FINALLY discovered them open during the Downtown Christmas Preview. I was beyond excited to try the spicy katsu chicken sando (I literally attempted eating here for 2 months but kept missing their open hours. They are VERY limited). The pricing I was charged was a bit more than what was on their menu, which I hadn't noticed until after the fact. :-/ When the sandwich arrived it was not at all what expected. I looked up the sandwich months ago and it appeared to be a juicy chicken breast between sliced cabbage on thick, fluffy bread. What I got was some beat up, flattened GREEEEEEASY gummy chicken that wasn't the least bit appetizing. It reminded me of frog legs and I was pretty much grossed out after the 2nd bite. The bread was exactly the same as Astesano Bakery Bread and didn't seem "home made" as their menu states. Maybe it is, maybe it isn't (home made) but it sure seemed like the same bread I buy at Safeway. Needless to say I was BEYOND bummed out. I guess that's partially my fault though, I mean... I saw a picture they used to have posted on their menu (it's no longer there) and had expectations that it was going to be exactly the same, which it most certainly was NOT. If I could sum it up in 2 words: Gummy & Greasy. Yuck. The best part was the cabbage so, that's what I ate and ditched the rest of the "sandwich" to the trash. So yeah, $13 + tip for some cabbage. Awesome. With that said, I don't recommend this place for the Sando's but! I may return for the egg rolls. They look good in the pictures however since I got 100% duped this time around, I think I'll ask if anybody I personally know has tried the egg rolls first before I spend any more money here. I do like their outdoor dining and if they could move the ginormous trash bins away from the outside dining tables it would be a great place to dine (who wants to eat next to trash cans??) I'll end on a positive note and say, I did like that they have an option of indoor or outdoor dining, if they move the trash cans, that would be my preferred place to eat.

Such a lovely and unique spot that adds to the fun of downtown Chico. I just poked my head in to…read morecheck it out today and was totally charmed - it's not Japanese, but the menu items, instant ramen bar and awesome selection of Asian soft drinks and canned cocktails remind me of the convenience stores in Japan that I miss so much. Today I just tried the Hmong sausage and Thai tea. The lady working was sweet and let me sample the tea to test its sweetness. I think it's spot-on. The sausage is perfectly juicy, spicy and savory. It's rich, flavorful, and reminds me of the holidays.

Strawberry Sweet Cream sandwich

Chicken and rice plate

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Sticky rice with Pork Belly

crispy eggroll

4.3(43 reviews)

2.1 mi

Their chicken thighs and sticky rice... so good! Eggs rolls…read moreare also, soo good. I love their shop as well. Their seaweed chips top off every meal

I walked in to basically a bare bones shop that focuses on take out. Someone was coming out as I…read morewas coming in. I think they've only been owas greeted quickly. I also bought coconut cream for some Asian cooking at home when Trader Joe's was out. The noodles and egg roll were good. I will try them again.

Waiting for the goods

Added a little of everything!

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Crispy EggRoll Menu

I Fish Poke Bar Thai Kitchen

A+! We went there last night for the first time, and we will definitely be back. I got the bento…read morebox, husband got the Hawaiian bowl, and we ordered some spam musubi. Everything was so good. Next time I'm going to get the Hawaiian bowl, it was amazing. Super nice and fast service, everything was clean, I'm a fan!

So far I can't stop ordering their red curry. I want to try different things, but the curry is so…read moregood that I haven't been able to. It has loads of vegetables and meat jam packed with flavor! It's enough for 2-3 people but I never share. I did try the pad thai once and it was pretty tasty too. Perfect blend of spices to noodle. I'm not even a big fan of the dish, but I would eat this again. I can't wait to try their other options one day if I can get over their curry.

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Kathy's Deli

4.4(164 reviews)

0.6 mi

Their larb is my current fav that I've had this far north. The place is quick, clean and easy to…read morepick up when we get the craving or don't want to cook for ourselves. We're lucky to be so close to a place like this. We still have yet to try any sandwiches but soon...soon.

Just had their small Philly cheesecake and fries. DELICIOUS!! The gal who took my order was super…read moresweet and helpful. This place is a hidden gem! I'll be back to try more items off the menu:)

Kathy's merch is super rad!

Pho noodles / toppings

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Got some Beef Pho and a green Thai iced tea.

Tea Bar & Fusion Cafe

4.0(199 reviews)

2.3 mi

Loooove love tea bar! The bowls, wraps, drinks, you name it! I've never had one bad thing from any…read morelocation & the service has always been stellar!

Our family stopped by after our niece highly recommended it, and we were excited to check it out…read more When we got there, there was a line out the door, which is usually a pretty good sign! The wait wasn't too bad, and once we got to the counter, the staff was super friendly and happy to help. Since it was our first visit, we asked for recommendations. The cashier suggested the Tropical Breeze, and it was fantastic. My husband got the Frosted Chocolate Chai and really enjoyed it too. The drinks were definitely one of the highlights of our visit. I was a little bummed to find out that all of the frosted drinks are dairy-based, and there weren't any dairy-free blended options available. It would be great to see a few alternatives for people with dietary restrictions. I ordered a protein bowl, and it was fresh, filling, and loaded with good ingredients. The chicken was a little dry, but overall it was still very tasty. I'd love to see more dressing options that are both dairy-free and gluten-free. The biggest downside was the parking and seating situation. Parking was a challenge, and the indoor seating area felt pretty crowded. After the lunch rush, there were several tables that still needed to be cleaned, which made it harder for people to find a place to sit. The outdoor patio was nice, but there wasn't a lot of shaded seating. Overall, we had a really nice visit. The food was fresh, the drinks were great, and the staff was welcoming and helpful. It's easy to see why this place is so popular. While I probably wouldn't go out of my way to deal with the parking and limited seating if I lived nearby, I'm glad we stopped in and would recommend giving it a try, especially for the drinks and friendly service.

"Extra salmon" $20 wrap

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"Extra salmon" $20 wrap

ChaCha Eggroll & Food

4.6(8 reviews)

2.2 mi

Nothing but good things to say about this food truck. My total came out to 34 dollars (I think) for…read morethree items. I'm from southern california so three entrees similar to what I ordered here would run me more than 50 dollars. I appreciate how reasonable the prices are at ChaChas. The portions are also gigantic, and tastes great. Shout out to the friendly guy who took my order as well. Hope this place does well!

Quality food and great service ! What a great and necessary addition to Chico! Looking forward to…read moretrying the rest of the menu!

Minority-owned & operated

Sauce spill on box.

Shrimp Spring Roll

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Project Tea

4.5(72 reviews)

0.9 mi

Locally owned & operated

The food is great! I love their popcorn chicken, their fries were a bit of a let down, a little…read moresoggy to me but to each their own! My favorite thing to get here is a peach crush with mango jelly mixed around and throughout the cup! Super bomb and refreshing. Service here is impeccable they are always so kind and willing to help whenever I have questions. I like this is a lovely study spot when it's not too busy and it's nice to hang with friends and use their many games available!

This is such a unique and special milk tea shop in Chico! They don't just have great drinks --…read moretheir food really sets them apart. The Korean street food corn dogs, hurricane (tornado) fries, and especially the braised pork rice are some of the most unique flavors I've ever had in Chico, and honestly, you can only find them here. I often bring friends here to grab a milk tea, try some snacks, and just hang out and chat. Every single time, everyone says how good it is. The atmosphere is relaxed, the food is comforting, and the drinks are consistently great. Highly recommend the Project Tea -- it's my go-to and never disappoints. Definitely deserving of a five-star rating. Will keep coming back!

Entry to Project Tea

Hurricane Fries

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Entry to Project Tea

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Joseph W.

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2 years ago

Momo's Poke is a fantastic addition to downtown. The freshness of the fish is immediately apparent, making every bite a delightful experience. What truly sets Momo's Poke apart, however, are the sauces. They are not only flavorful but also perfectly complement the fresh ingredients, enhancing the overall taste without overwhelming the natural flavors of the fish. The convenient downtown location is an added bonus, making it a great spot for both quick lunches and relaxed dinners. I can't wait for their pho on Fridays and Saturdays--it's sure to be just as amazing! Highly recommended for poke enthusiasts and anyone looking for a fresh, tasty meal. read more

Salena L.

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1

2 years ago

Momo's poke has to be the best poke place in Chico! It's affordable, fresh, and delicious. I went to their soft opening and the owners and staff were all very friendly. This is for sure going to be my new go-to spot for poke. read more

Jim W.

10

2

1

2 years ago

I'm a friend of the staff from across the country. These guys are good people - the kind you want preparing you a nice meal! Great cooks too - I can't wait to make the trip out and enjoy!!! read more

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