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    Pho Bonsa

    4.7 (118 reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 2:30 pm, 4:30 PM - 8:00 PM

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    Dojo A.

    It was a cold evening here in Chico so was craving for Pho. Came across this unassuming Pho place and I was pleasantly surprised how good their Pho is. They have limited menu but it seems like it's intentional as they want to just offer Pho. I got the #10 on the menu and I was blown away. The broth was so delicious and meat portion was quite a bit. I love that the tendon was seasoned and very tender. No wonder that 5 mins after I arrived, the place got packed before 6 pm and they also have a lot of take out orders. This is a must place to visit if you're visiting Chico and wants an amazing bowl of Pho!!!

    Beef pho
    Savanna Dupart

    This place is nice and cheap if you're looking for a good hearty meal. The service was so nice even when I accidentally ordered spring rolls thinking the were egg rolls they took them back right away and even removed it off my tab. I went here with a large group and they definitely were able to accommodate us and ensure we all had a great time. Overall it's not much of a looker but it's a not warm cozy place to enjoy some good pho. One thing that does bother me though are the hours. lol

    Cassandra L.

    This was a little sister's first time having pho and this place did not disappoint!!! We came pretty close to their closing time but did our best to eat quickly. The pho was so flavorful and great portions. I ordered a #9 and she ordered a #1. We ordered two smalls and they were the perfect amount. The other option was a regular and I have a feeling that one is a lot bigger.... It was very clean, quick and friendly. Love this place. Can't wait to go back.

    #10 pho
    Jackson M.

    This restaurant was one of my favorite spots in Chico. The servers are incredibly nice, the pho was immaculate, and it was a great way to end a day of class and study. Cute little spot that you might miss, but if you see it, make sure you go in!

    Pho yum
    K D.

    So close to hitting the flavor and and texture of pho that I am used to eating in San Jose. Only things missing in my opinion would be tripe and nicer cuts of beef. The soup was also a tad bit too sweet for my taste, but I could definitely taste the use of star anise and the other herbs common in pho. Comes with bean sprouts, Basil, lime which seems not to be the standard in this area.

    Pho Bonsa menu.
    Tina B.

    This has become my family's favorite go-to Pho restaurant. Our favorite place in Chico for sure. It's absolutely delicious, the broth (both chicken and beef) is so flavorful.

    Steak and Meatball Pho

    food was so fire and popping i will be returning 100%. can't believe i have never been before. very casual and very quick to order. love.

    #13 Pho Chay - vegan pho
    Jenny R.

    They have vegan pho now, and it's tasty! Most vegan pho I've tried has a broth that's pretty close to plain water. This broth manages to be light, like you'd expect a pho broth to be, but still flavorful, with a mild curry taste. It has become my new go-to comfort food. Aside from the standard pho toppings you add in yourself (bean sprouts, lime, etc.) and noodles (of course), this pho includes: a small amount of cilantro, a small amount of thin sliced and caramelized onions, tofu, cabbage, cauliflower, broccoli, and carrots.

    Vegan Pho.
    Lisa W.

    I have been here once before but just had the egg rolls. Which by the way was delicious. Today I came in and finally decided to try pho for the first time. Holy mole that was the best idea my boyfriend has ever had. I ordered the vegan pho because all the veggies sounded good. I am so glad I did. It was amazing. 10/10 we also ordered some dumplings that tasted amazing at well, they came fried and with a chili oil sauce. THAT SAUCE is the perfect ingredient. I dipped my dumplings in it and poured a bunch of it in my pho. Mind blowing. I can't wait to go back. My only wish is that they had a kids serving. The servings are huge. Never a bad thing. Just means I get a few meals out of it.

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    Amazing food portions, they don't skip out on the meat. Fast, clean and professional service.

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    Best Pho Ever!! Quality and Kind service from the staff and the most flavorful and aromatic pho I've ever had. Must try, again and again :)

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    Finally! A legit and authentic pho shop!! I'm used to $7 pho bowls from five years ago but it's worth the price for authenticity

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    best pho i've ver had! perfect flavor and portions. prices are great and customer service is amazing me and my friends all rave about it

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    Best pho I've ever had. Been to lots of places. Takes awhile to get your food but worth it.

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    Amazing Alheri

    Amazing Alheri

    5.0
    (10 reviews)
    65.7 mi

    I always shame myself because I eat my food too fast before I can take a photo and leave a review…read more This place is so good. I used to dream about the food all week waiting for them to be open on Saturday. Now they are open 6 days per week It is truly the most delicious comforting food in town. They have amazing service with welcoming smiling faces as well. The atmosphere is bright and beautifully decorated. It is the type of place you make yourself at home and want to stay a while. We had the delight of chatting with Charity. These are great people with a real talent of hospitality and cooking. I don't know how I would survive if Amazing Alheri ever leaves.

    Amazing Alheri is truly amazing! Best new addition to the Redding food scene, if you enjoy…read moreauthentic lovingly prepared Nigerian cuisine you've got to check them out! I recommend you do what I did - grab some friends and feast here next Saturday - they're open from noon till 5pm in the pop up restaurant space - we ordered one of everything on the menu and shared everything! Gosh what a way to celebrate a birthday, with a delicious handmade feast! I like how they kept the menu really simple, just 4 meals, 1 appetizer, 1 dessert. Each meal includes the famous jollof rice (rice cooked in a tomatoes, red bell pepper, onion chicken broth, Nigerian spices, bay leaf and thyme), fried plantains, and a side of a spicy red sauce; each meal has a different protein: #1 Chicken Meal (tender stewed chicken thigh) $18 #2 Fish meal (seasoned grilled salmon) $20 #3 Suya Beef (oven grilled thinly sliced beef) $20 #4 Fufu $18 (Fufu is a starchy side dish usually made of a pounded yam (also called "pando" or "poundo") or boiled pounded cassava and served alongside a rich stew, which in this case was the divinely flavorful egusi stew (the pureed seeds of a West African melon) with wilted spinach leaves and surprisingly tender and wonderfully flavorful goat meat. My friends taught me to pinch off a piece of pando/fufu/poundo with my right hand, make an indentation in it with the thumb to scoop up some of the egusi stew, and enjoy! It was simply amazing, this was my favorite of all the delicious dishes we tried! (Note that this meal is gluten free, for those with sensitive digestions.) #5 Meat pie (savory pastry filled with seasoned ground beef and sautéed onions, carrot, and diced potatoes) - this has a beautiful pastry shell with glossy egg wash, and a savory filling. We let this cool down too much before enjoying but it was delicious even cold! Each of the proteins were delicious, as was the jollof rice, but for me the egusi with the goat meat and fufu stole the show! Make sure to enjoy it right away when they serve it hot, to catch all the wonderful flavors! That's why we didn't have any photos, we didn't want to waste a moment of enjoyment! The jollof rice was moist and flavorful. Each meal was a generous portion and very filling - the rice was about 3 cups cooked, topped with a handful of sliced fried plaintains, and the proteins were generous too! It was nice that each meal came in a to-go container (spicy sauce in a separate container) so if you can't finish it you have a ready to go meal for later! We were intrigued by the Zinziber and the zobo tea, because the ingredients are so healthy and good for the digestion. Both come in ready to go bottles and were clearly hand made in small batches, with lots of love! Zinziber: this is the golden yellow one! Has filtered water, pineapple, organic ginger, orange, lemon, organic cane sugar - super refreshing with the citrus and pineapple, a tiny zing of ginger! So good for the digestion with the pineapple enzymes, citrus limonene, and gingerosides. Light and bright. Zobo tea: a beautiful deep red color from the hibiscus flower, filtered water, pineapple, organic ginger, organic cane sugar, cinnamon, cloves. This is also a wonderful digestive due to the combination of pineapple enzymes, gingerosides, and according to some traditions has blood nourishing properties due to the hibiscus flower. They don't skimp on the ingredients - the hibiscus is a deep red purple color, so they used a good amount and high quality petals to get such a rich color due to the high concentration of antioxidants. Both were refreshing, lightly sweetened just so, not too sweet such that it is still healthy and you can feel good about enjoying it. It was so fresh. I love that cultures the world over know how to combine foods to enhance health and nutrition! Such a delicious way to stay healthy! I will pick up extra bottles next time, at $6 they are a steal for the quality you are getting. The best handmade beverages to be found in town, I hope they start selling these at Holiday Market or Sprouts. No way you can make it as easily or combine the ingredients this perfectly to get the right flavor profile. Parking is easy and plentiful in the adjacent lot. Pro tip: Enter from the main door facing the sidewalk on Placer, remember they are open only from 12-5pm on Saturdays. Call ahead for to go orders, they aren't on Door Dash yet. I predict they will do very well and will soon graduate to their own restaurant space, because their food is simply delicious! Go support them! You won't regret it! What a great addition to the Redding food scene!

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    Southern Zen Barbecue

    Southern Zen Barbecue

    4.7
    (3 reviews)
    0.3 mi

    I've been following Southern Zen for awhile ever since I heard they were doing pop ups at the Lab…read moreBar and Grill. They have recently been added to the Secret Trail Brewing Company's food pop up rotations on Monday and Tuesday afternoons. I wanted to try all the meats but settled with the pulled pork sandwich topped with pig candy coleslaw and a side of German potato salad. + The sandwich's flavor was great. The pulled pork, coleslaw, and house made bbq sauce married perfectly. I struggled for a bit to find the bits of "pig candy" but when you do, it just adds another layer of texture and porkiness to the sandwich. + The German potato salad was not what I expected. Instead of mayonnaise, it's mixed with vinegar making it a welcomed, acidic accompaniment to the sandwich. - They were a bit slow to start off. I arrived around 4; they needed another 30 minutes. - I don't think they are fully equipped to handle the weather outside for a food stand as my pulled pork could've been warmer. I'm rooting for y'all! All in all the food was delicious, the issues are minor and could be improved over time.

    Great pulled pork, the chicken wings were awesome, the corn casserole was delicious.the coleslaw…read morewas very tasty. I would recommend searching this place out and trying them.

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    Pulled pork sandwich w/ pig candy coleslaw and side of German potato salad
    Pulled pork sandwich w/ pig candy coleslaw and side of German potato salad
    Pulled pork and chicken.  Soo good!
    Pulled pork and chicken. Soo good!
    Two sides. One pork Candy slaw and corn bead pudding stuff.  Both the bomb.

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    Two sides. One pork Candy slaw and corn bead pudding stuff. Both the bomb.
    Heirloom Kitchen - Chico

    Heirloom Kitchen - Chico

    4.3
    (23 reviews)
    2.5 mi

    I ordered the turkey club on homemade focaccia with a side of fruit and a brownie, and everything…read morewas excellent. The focaccia was the standout, perfectly moist, soft, and flavorful without being overly oily. The ingredients tasted incredibly fresh, and the sandwich was well balanced and satisfying. The brownie was exceptional. Rich without being overly sweet, perfectly textured, and easily the best brownie I've ever had. I'll definitely be back!

    I went to Heirloom Kitchen in early April to order a carrot cake for my partner's birthday. He's a…read morebit of a carrot cake aficionado, and Marcy said hers was an old family recipe. Well, this cake did not disappoint! It was a stunning 3-layer 6" cake, with simple yet elegant decoration. The cream cheese frosting was divine, and best of all -- there were no raisins! He said it was the best he's ever had... so Heirloom helped make me girlfriend of the year! The day I placed my order, I also picked up a Cobb salad to-go, and that was also one of the best Cobbs I've ever had. There was a generous amount of seasoned, roasted chicken and a side of chunky blue cheese dressing. Perhaps my favorite discovery? Salads (maybe all bistro items?) come with a complimentary brownie bite! I learned this on my first visit after they ran after me to my car -- "You forgot your brownie!" I hadn't ordered one, so I was understandably confused... but I gladly accepted, and enjoyed, a bite of happiness in brownie form. I've since returned for another Cobb salad + brownie lunch treat, and I can't wait for my next excuse to order a cake. I only wish their charcuterie boards came in smaller portions for weekend winery excursions. Charcuterie is my favorite food group, but I just haven't had a reason or event to order for 4-6 people. Thank you, Heirloom, for keeping Chico sweet!

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    Asian Chicken Salad
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