Read the reviews and figured I needed to try a mocha. Went this morning and had the Godiva mocha. Not sure how often I will be in Chico, but I will get all my mochas here. It is a great place. Nice decor, friendly service, and great coffee. This is what a coffee shop should be. After my previous experience at another coffee yesterday, which I reviewed, this was a real treat. On a side note, this place serves beer and wine in the afternoon. Their wine selections were much better than the large chain that has started doing the same. Highly recommend. read more

Nice place to sit and get some work done. It was VERY busy when I stopped in on a Thursday afternoon, but there was still a very calm and peaceful vibe about it. read more

I have a Latte and croissant every Sunday and they are consistently good. The croissants are buttery on their own but I get butter on the side too. I have really enjoyed the quiche, fruit, bran muffins and banana bread on past visits as well. The atmosphere is family friendly and it gets busy. There's plenty of parking and it's nice sitting outside when the weather is warm. read more

Great place to grab coffee. I had their Green Tea Latte and it was fairly good. They need more comfortable seating. I will come back. read more

Found this on yelp while visiting Chico. Great find. They have interesting drinks that I've never seen before and the breakfast sandwiches are very good. We got the brunch bagel with olive oil and Roma tomatoes wirh cream cheese. Also the bomb. Had scrambled egg, pesto, cream cheese, and artichoke hearts. Great! My daughter went with the cherry blossom white mocha. So unique. Super cute coffee house. Wish we were here longer to try more of their great drinks. read more

Bidwell Perk - Match a latte, the bomb, cherry blossom white mocha, and the brunch bagel - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chico, California

This is the perfect place for mi: coffee, crossants, WiFi and a nice location. Good service, people taking order are nice an smile at you making feel at ease. Very clean place and excelente view to the surrounding. read more

Bidwell Perk - Coffee and Christmas! - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chico, California

This is my #1 coffee spot. The drinks are great whether I'm getting one of my favorite espresso drinks or trying a new tea. I come here almost every day heading out to work and get an iced Jordan almond white mocha, yum! The staff is always hard at work but takes the time to greet me and exchange a few words. If you have the time, I recommend getting a coffee for there and sitting out on the patio area and relaxing with an awesome coffee in hand. read more

Bidwell Perk - Iced Jordan Almond White Mocha. Originally a spring beverage, but I get it year round since it's so good! - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chico, California

I don't know why it took me so long to try this place, but I finally did last week and I've been back twice since. Their drinks are delicious and the food and breakfast bites they have are perfect if you're not looking for a huge breakfast meal. They even have almond milk which is hard to find [starbucks doesn't!] read more

I started coming here on Sunday mornings with a group of ladies about a year ago. The Latte is so good and the croissants are some of the best I've had. I also like the banana bread and bran muffin. It gets busy after 10:00am on Sundays so come early if your in a hurry. read more

Favorite coffee place in town. Awesome coffee, great ambiance and the staff is amazing. They are always extremely attentive and sweet! Love coming here :) read more

Cutest coffeehouse in Chico! It's not a chain, plus it has a super cool atmosphere. You must come here before you leave Chico. read more

Bidwell Perk - the front of a restaurant - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chico, California

I am definitely a fan of this place. I like the people here, the coffee is good, and I the pastries are from Upper Crust Bakery, yummy! If you have a Bidwell Perk mug, your coffee is only a dollar. read more

I was having a horrible day... one of those you just want to be over but you can't go and curl up in a ball and sleep until the sun comes up because all of the crappy stuff that happened caused you to be cutting it WAY to close to a deadline for any kind of comfort... my home internet went down and I spent 2 hours on the phone with the tech guy trying to fix it and ended up with 2 hours less AND no internet... so I packed up and headed to the library that was closing early for the day (figures, don't we all just LOVE Murphy's law!) After being informed of the premature closing of the library I packed my stuff up once again and prepared myself for the inevitable trip to Starbucks to wait in an obscenely long line wasting even more precious time to purchase an obligatory sub-par drink to justify using their wifi connection. As I'm driving towards the nearest Starbucks I realize that I am going to pass Bidwell Perk- a place I had often heard about (all good) but had never gone to. I take a leap of faith- in desperate hopes that maybe doing something different will create even the tiniest shimmer of hope for anything good to happen after such a poopy day. I'm probably exaggerating, but at that moment in time I desperately needed and therefore completely appreciated the upbeat and positive staff, relaxed atmosphere, and WORKING internet. I also appreciated the DELICIOUS green tea chai!! I will definitely be back! Hopefully in a better mood with less stress, no deadline and a few of my friends in tow! read more

Nice coffee joint. Good food and decent coffee. Not for the college crowd as this place definitely has a different group of customers, mostly middle aged. It has a nice atmosphere, although crowded and loud, it makes a nice place to meet friends. read more

Bidwell Perk - Nom nom... Lemon cupcake - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chico, California

My favorite coffee house, the B E S T Pumpkin Fog Black Tea Latte! Nice spices, nutmeg and cinnamon, with or with whipped cream. Personally, I get it without. I drink it all year around, not just holiday time. Michelle the owner, is the best too! read more

I got the soy vanilla nut latte and my sister got the honey cream latte and we wanted them less sweet and they was fantastic!! Two of the best coffees we have had. However they were a bit overpriced. Paid $5 something for a small. The cashier was very nice and didn't get all irritated when I asked her a million questions about their coffees. Overall I would go again because their coffee is to die for read more

Bidwell Perk - One in back is honey cream latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chico, California

I frequently come to this place for coffe and lunch but today i was rathwe disappointed with treatment. I had plate, cup and tea pot plus my wallet and cane and was struggling to carry everything. Girl at counter instead of offering to carry it for me simply gave me advise. She said: "Maybe you should make two trips." Beyond inconsiderate. And very unprofessional. I will think twice before i come back. read more

The staff are always friendly, and the quality of the coffee and food is amazing!! There is something about real, fresh coffee that makes the world beautiful!! Fresh ingredients , tasty sandwiches and salads. It great to see a local business provide a welcoming environment, and great coffee and food. Easy parking too! You should go there. read more

That was expensive cup of coffee!! Today at Bidwell Perk I was charged ~$4.80 for an au lait w/soy milk. Come on, it's 1/2 regular brew coffee & 1/2 soy milk. I pay $2.75 for the same in Santa Rosa. I won't be going back! read more

Wowza, the beverages are so tasty at Bidwell Perk!, Not to mention the staff, I'm impressed with the staff members I've met. Everyone here is so pleasant, helpful, willing to chat about Coffee & sharing their knowledge. Real me in, I'm hooked! read more

My go to coffee shop! I love their fancy coffee but even their black coffee is so yummy. I like to bring work to do here, grab a slice of quiche (their quiche is SO good!) and a cup of coffee - and my first refill on black coffee is free! They don't all tell you that though - seems hit or miss so I've accidentally paid twice a time or two? But that's ok, it's inexpensive and the customer service is always so good. It's comfortable and quiet, tons of seating, but it's a popular spot so it can still be hard to find a place to sit! I wish that it was easier to get on their wifi, I've never seen the password, you probably need to ask, and that's on me for not asking for it! I love Bidwell Perk. read more

Coffee is great and environment is so cute. However, the Cherry Blossom White Mocha is super super sweet to the point where I can barely taste the cherry blossom. Also, there was one worker at the cashier that just gave customers the rudest look and attitude ever. Female with short, dark brown hair. She's the only one who seems to never smile and always act reluctant to help customers. Look, I understand that working isn't always the funnest, but if you're not going to be a friendly presence on register, you should just work back of house or quit. Someone's made a post about her previously as well. read more

Bidwell Perk - Very cute but too sweet! - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chico, California

I love this coffee shop! I have lived down the street from it most of my life and I never went until this summer...and boy do I regret the lost years. My friends and I are trying a new coffee shop once a week and we went their last week only to return this week it was so good. Their prices are the same as Starbucks most the time so you can gauge the expense from that. The place is very cute and local. The murals on the ceiling and walls make you feel like you are in the park while the window lined wall brings in wonderful natural lighting. It is quite the local hub. We are there at 8 and usually stay 2-3 hours and the people come in waves. The baristas are always nice and willing to answer any questions. The coffee is wonderful and you are given 5 or 6 selections of black coffee. Also, all of their pastries look wonderful but I'm not a big breakfast eater so I just get the bagel with butter. This is definately a friendly atmosphere with plenty of indoor and outdoor space for working on your laptop, chatting with friends or just reading a book. Tables for four or more are in the front of the shop with small 2-3 people tables lining the window and a lounge in the back with oversized chairs for reading. The patio area is covered and is wonderful in the morning before the summer heat kicks in. If you can only go to one coffee shop while in Chico, Bidwell Perk is the place to be. read more

This was a quick pit stop in our road trip and we found the place on Yelp; with the glowing reviews we came there hungry. Just want to say that it's mainly coffee and my almond milk latte was good. The food was disappointing, scrambled eggs are microwaved. My oatmeal came in an instant box and my daughters toasted bagel still had the plastic attached. The friendly service and plentiful parking brought this to just an ok 3 stars. read more

I enjoyed the quiche breakfast and a honey latte here while I worked on my laptop. Everyone was extremely friendly and the food and latte were both delicious. read more

After much difficulty deciding who would host this year's company holiday party, we contacted Bidwell Perk. The fee was very reasonable and the atmosphere made this year's party one of the best. The cafe was in fine form- the Christmas tree was up and lights were everywhere. Although we had only spoken about renting the space, Michelle and Gentry outdid themselves, playing host and hostess to all of our guests. When the need for espresso kicked in, Michelle and Gentry happily became our baristas and served an array of mochas and lattes. The service offered by these gracious owners cannot be beat and we will definitely be contacting them again next year. read more

I went to to Bidwell Perk for the first time today and got a Veggie Croissant and it was delicious. Exactly what I needed. The veggies were fresh and the dill aioli was amazing!! I even got an iced white mocha which really cooled me down on this 105 degree day. The inside is really cutie and Pinterest-y. I would highly recommend Bidwell Perk to anyone! read more

Definitely my favorite coffee shop! I don't live in Chico anymore, but whenever I'm in town, a hot cup of the bidwell blend and a piece of their delicious coffee cake is a must. In short,one of my favorite places west of the Mississippi. read more

I love this place! This coffee-shop-treasure is a well kept secret from most college students. That makes it a more enjoyable atmosphere. I am a student myself but usually don't tell others students about this. I only tell people who are staying in Chico as to not ruin the environment. I have coffee and a pastry here every Friday morning with one of my clients and we just get lost in the atmosphere. The coffee is amazing (try the Godiva Mocha, or Godiva Hot Chocolate for the little ones) and their teas (black vanilla hot tea) are to die for as well. They also have great blended beverages (their peach blended beverage is amazing). There is always some soft music playing in the background, sometimes live. There is plenty of outdoor seating and a complimentary drinking bowl for our four-legged friends. The interior has a separate room with cushy couches if you want to sit back for a while and read. Other wise they have tables for 2 and 4 and a few bar areas as well. There are plenty of local publications sitting around for you to enjoy, as well as a few games to play. There are very few products for sale, but the ones they have are great quality. They also do salads, sandwiches, and pasties. A great place to go for lunch or a casual date. I like bringing out-of-towners here to impress them. Chico has more to offer than just the quaint downtown, a pretty campus, and a bunch of drunk college students. Did I mention the staff is delightful? read more

Lovely little place for morning coffee and breakfast on the patio. Home made granola was luscious.

Had a hot mocha espresso and it was lovely! Not too sweet or after taste. The area is nice especially if you want to sit and enjoy your drink! read more

This is a really nice little place. The food is delicious, the drinks are tasty, and the staff is really friendly. In the summer, try the strawberry lemonade! read more

The staff here is really friendly, and the space to sit is really nice. There are the standard tables as well as bigger chairs in the back to sit in that are more comfortable. They play good, classic music. The one irk I'd say is that their coffee isn't very strong compared to other places in the area. However, would definitely recommend, they have a lot of different blends. read more

When I ordered soup ( not listed anywhere, I had to ask if they were serving it) I was asked if I wanted bread and butter with it. I said I would and later, when I looked at my bill, I was charged $1.75 for the bread and butter, two little pieces by the way. So , if you're going to charge me for bread and butter, please let me know in advance,thanks! read more

I really like their bagel sandwiches. Such a good breakfast to grab on the way to work. The selection of coffee is grand too and I've never been disappointed with a blend. I tried one of the specialty drinks, the mayan mocha, and it was a little mild/powdery tasting, so I don't think I'll choose that one again, but there's still more to try! read more

The staff is always incredible. The owner is amazing and is always so present. Perk makes my favorite mocha I've ever had. The food has been great as well. Love the atmosphere and vibes. Maybe a bit pricey, but that's a local coffee shop for you. Overall, I highly recommend. read more

Chico's answer to starbucks. Upscale locally run coffee house with quality coffee, occasional live music, and local writers reading their material. read more

I LOVE how many different & unique coffee drinks they offer on the regular menu & as their specials!! There are always so many things that I want to try so it takes me awhile to decide, but the employees are always super friendly & helpful. It's super cute & cozy inside. Makes you want to just sit & drink coffee or tea there all day. Yummy drinks & food. Only downside is parking can be difficult. But Bidwell Perk is a great coffeehouse & everyone I have brought there has totally loved it! read more

Bidwell Perk is a cozy, well run, delightful gem! The atmosphere is fabulous, the coffee drinks and eats superb, and it's apparent how serious these people are about their customer service! Make it a priority to try it for yourself! read more

Great drinks and very friendly staff! The place is a great place to go to and relax and study. A little pricey but worth it.