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    Black Bear Diner Chico

    2.9 (147 reviews)
    Open 6:00 am - 9:00 pm
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    Huckleberry ice cream- 1.99$
    North S.

    Good food Big foot chicken fried steak- this meal you get to choose soup or salad, I chose salad. Then you get to choose 2 sides, I chose green beans and toast. it was a big steak and did take me a lot of bites. Was super nice and hot when it came out but cooled down pretty quickly. Knife that was given was really sharp. White gravy was white gravy, lacked flavor imo. It was an alright steak, took a lot of bites but wasnt as much as I expected. Salad- waiter will ask what dressing you want, from what I remember, he mentioned balsamic vinegar, thousand island and a few others. I chose thousand island, was surprisingly good ha ha. Maybe cause it came out first and I was slightly hungry, was refreshing and nice to snack on before the meal. Tomatoes were so good. And every other ingredient tasted really fresh. Garlic parmesan toast- this came with the big foot, was alright, toast is toast Green beans and bacon- also came with big foot, was pretty flavorful. Felt like eating the ingredients from a soup. The little soup at the bottom was super salty. Huckleberry ice cream- was alright. Quality was similar to store bought ice cream. With bits of ice. Not really what I'd expect from a restaurant. But I guess with such a cheap price, it makes sense. Definitely wasnt the highest quality. Didnt go to a restaurant to get store bought quality ice cream with ice. Like actually store bought better cause theres no ice. There was so much at the bottom. Nothing I cant chew through but not something you'd want in ice cream Vanilla ice cream- my friend got this and she said there wasnt as much ice as the huckleberry. To me, it also does look better than the huckleberry. Rueben sandwich- my friend got this and she said, "The garlic toast was great and I'm happy the waiter guy suggested using it as the bread for the sandwich" and "I wish there was more of the non-corned beef in the sandwich tho, but that's just my preference" Extra Theres a juke box Waiters nice We paid at the counter idk if its just cause we split the bill. Ambiance was really nice, comfy chairs and well decorated Nice place but idk if Im gonna crave to go back so 5/5

    Hobo omelette, and potatoes

    Kind of hit and miss at this restaurant sometimes good sometimes not so good. Today the omelette was good potatoes were kind of undercooked and bland. Today Should have been an IHOP day. Service was good

    Ugly looking chicken fried steak
    Phil Y.

    We ordered online. The chicken fried steak was not quite ready when I arrived. After a few minutes, the food was given to me and I quickly drove it back to the hotel. The chicken fried steak was an extremely thin hamburger patty that was breaded and then deep fried. The steak came with some gravy that did not help too much. It came with a baked potato and vegetables. The baked potato was probably the best part of the meal. Their breakfasts are much better than their dinners. No to the chicken fried steak.

    Hobo omelette

    Today's food, which I Received in a timely matter, was hot My waitress was friendly and attentive. Much improved over my last experience where half the items on my plate were cold, and the coffee was lukewarm. The service was very slow and it took about 45 minutes to get my order.

    Sprinkle Cakes (860 cals.)
    Linda T.

    Wow! Wow. Just a terrible long wait. If you're in a rush, don't come here for lunch time. Thirty..... thirty plus minutes wait just for two simple dish.... Come on.... Super duper slow. Either they didn't have enough cook in the kitchen or they just slow for no odd reason. Food was good but when you're waiting so long just to eat, nope, the vibe isn't right anymore. Ham, sauce and bacon were perfectly cooked and delicious. Scrambled eggs were okay. Potatoes were alright, could've been a little crisper. About returning again- probably not.

    Every location has adorable carved wood bears.
    Darren E.

    This was the seventh BBD I've visited and the food didn't disappoint, nor did the service given a busy Sunday morning. The hostess who seated us was also a bear enthusiast and wearing bear ears on her head. She was adorable and so I explained I like to wear the 10" bear paws they used to sell. This location was too busy for me to communicate like a bear with the server. The bear hostess was unique and fun. The wifi has a password and works, but both the gentleman's and ladies washrooms were disappointing. A carved wooden trio of cute bears greets you outside. They don't have a lot of merchandise at this location. Its nice and cool inside...bears don't like the hot Chico summer, either. If traveling, you can get an omelet with fruit and English muffin as a lighter option, which'll prevent early hibernation before you reach your den.

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    My to go place whenever I'm on the road. Huge servings. Try their Big Bear Burger. Holly Molly, it was great.

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    Food is just okay but the service is great! Feels like eating at home. They are so nice and the diner is cozy.

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    Visit after mall shopping Outstanding food and friendly staff Great visit very happy with service and visit

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    My husband had the chicken fried steak and mashed potatoes with green beans.

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    Morning Thunder Cafe - St Thomas omelet with hash browns and toast

    Morning Thunder Cafe

    4.2(455 reviews)
    1.9 mi
    $$

    Gluten free waffles AND pancakes that are actually amazing? I almost cried. Not ashamed…read more The place is adorable but gets packed on weekends, so bring patience and arrive hungry, portions are huge, food comes out hot, and you will absolutely clean your plate. Best part? My gluten-eating family who could have gone ANYWHERE also loved their meals. No pity plates. Everyone won. Our college student requests this place every single time we visit which tells you everything you need to know. They don't have a car, so we are essentially their personal Uber and we are okay with it as long as we end up here. A rare and beautiful thing.

    We were in town to bury my father in law, a lifetime Greenville resident. Thinking it would be a…read morenice break, we took our mother in law out to breakfast. We asked for a table outside because she can't hear well, and the cafe was bustling and loud. The staff seated us, but had to move tables around outside. The hostess and a "regular" of the cafe said things like "this is what we do in a tourist economy." "We have to accommodate the tourists." As if we were a bother and they were bending over backward to accommodate us. Because my mother in law was there, and she is emotionally raw right now, I avoided conflict. So I'll say now, what I wanted to say to those snarky, rude employees Thursday: My husband's family has had a plot in the Taylorsville cemetery for longer than those two ladies been alive -- combined. His grandmother had 2 restaurants in Greenville. His mother is a fixture in the community, living through the Dixie fire and coming back to rebuild her life. Now she'll bury her husband there. My sister and brother in law worked in public service in Quincy for decades. We aren't tourists. And even if we were, you were incredibly unwelcoming. You made a sad day worse. The food was fine.

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    Jack's Family Restaurant - Carnitas skillet

    Jack's Family Restaurant

    4.4(59 reviews)
    1.9 mi
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    We finally went to Jack's earlier in this year and it immediately became a go-too place for…read morebreakfast. Each time we have gone, prices have been reasonable, portions good, service excellent, and the food great. It's an old mid-century diner (looks like an old Sambo's to me, similar to, but different from the classic Denny's buildings of that area) so has a great diner ambience. Service is friendly and very attentive. Chicken fried steak, huevos rancheros, and buttermilk pancakes are excellent (5 stars). Corned beef hash of very good (4 stars). They also offer a side of one pancake with some dishes instead of toast, and I really like that. Very few places still do that and they get extra points for that option. Chicken fried steak has a nice crispy coating and is nicely cooked. The buttermilk pancakes are particularly excellent. Not too big, nicely toasty on the outside, light on the inside.

    Jacks has been around since I can recall! People drive by and think it's a shabby diner but in face…read moreit's a clean wonderful hometown establishment that deserves to shine! My honeys favorite thing is the pancakes with blackberry syrup in fact he always buys a cup to go because it's so hard to find (can't find it anywhere!! Accept Knotts Berry Farms) Recently took mom to lunch and we all ordered specials! Prices are amazing and they have a seniors menu and kids menu! Western burger - perfectly cooks the bacon was delicious and really the perfect amount of BBQ sauce! I was excited it had lettuce and tomato too. Came with a side salad and cup of chili and let me tell you! The chili is fire! Served super hot so don't burn your mouth but it is delicious. 12.99 Mom got the jacks classic burger on the senior menu and it came with a drink and fries or salad. She went with fries and added a cup of chili as well. The fries were perfect and absolutely wonderful when dipped in the chili! Didn't even need ketchup! Burger was well done as requested and a nice size - she got some mustard but didn't even add ketchup. 13 bucks I think! Honey had the three pancakes, eggs, hashbrowns and got bacon instead of sausage. Pancakes were perfect and he of course got the blackberry syrup which has just a simple wonderful flavor! If you are sitting with someone that has some chili grab a spoonful or two and add it to the hash brown and egg! Super tasty! 12.99 Great service both the waitress and manager were awesome and super attentive! Good conversation and smiles! The booths are comfortable and it's nice and warm which makes it nice when you are with people who always tend to be cold!! I fully support this place and love that they are still in business and have special hours! They aren't open late anymore and that's fine with me! Stop in and support locally owned long term businesses they deserve your support and are cheaper than a fast food meal!

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    Mom's Restaurant - Bacon Lover's Benedict

    Mom's Restaurant

    4.0(882 reviews)
    2.1 mi
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    Saturday morning breakfast at Mom's is a little chaotic walking in, but worth every minute of the…read morewait. The restaurant is super cute, the breakfast food came out hot and fast which was a problem, because I made the rookie mistake of bringing my college student. That plate was gone before I could say "how's school going." I ate my breakfast at a carefully guarded, leisurely pace from the far side of the table like a lioness protecting her kill. No heartburn. No regrets. Service was great, food was delicious, vibes were immaculate.

    First time here. We were in town on a Sunday morning very early for a 9 am graduation and arrived…read moreearly enough to get some breakfast with a friend. Cute spot with booths all over and a friendly staff. We were greeted and seated right away. I ordered the breakfast sandwich which is on a croissant with smoked bacon strips, avocado, mixed greens, bacon jam and two eggs. Instead of the potatoes, I got fruit for an additional $3.49. The sandwich was ok and I usually like bacon jam but I didn't like how sweet it was on this. The fruit was a sliver of orange, a very soft and super thin sliver of flavorless watermelon, a few slices of strawberries, a handful of blueberries and a ton of thin sliced apple. It wasn't great and I gave the apples away. I would have preferred just berries and for the additional cost, it would have been worth it. Randy ordered The (Not So) Standard Benedict and said it was only ok. He didn't like the super soft potatoes that came with it so he didn't eat many of them. His very thin slice of watermelon on his plate was also soft and flavorless. Our friend ordered the French toast and said it was good. I don't think we'd go back but we really appreciated the attentive server we had.

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    Interior front room @ Mom's Restaurant.

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    The Roost Cafe - The Roost Omlette

    The Roost Cafe

    4.0(295 reviews)
    1.8 mi
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    We were super hungry after farmers market so we cruised for breakfast. A competitor was more…read morecrowded so my daughter said lemme introduce you to a new one. She drove to The Roost Cafe. I scoured the menu and was excited to find so many hash choices. I was moved by the Irish Burrito, but ordered Linda's omelette; while my daughter went with the eggs Benedict. In a town that takes its breakfast seriously, and where I've probably worked my way through more menus and reviews than I should admit, this one quietly climbed right to the top of my list. My omelette was exactly what you want when you order one. Fluffy without being dry, full of flavor without trying too hard, and cooked like someone in the kitchen actually cares about eggs. The ingredients were balanced and fresh, not just thrown together as filler. The hollandaise sauce was original, I couldn't find a lemon, cheese or any other overwhelming base, it stood out. The hash was perfect. My daughter's eggs Benedict looked like a postcard version of what that dish should be. Perfectly poached eggs, rich hollandaise that didn't feel heavy, and ham that actually tasted like ham instead of just salt delivery. One of those plates where you steal a bite "just to try it" and immediately understand the decision. The real surprise for me was the potato pancake I picked instead of the usual hashbrowns. Light, airy inside, crispy outside, and seasoned just right. Honestly one of the better breakfast potatoes I've had anywhere. If potatoes had a hall of fame, this one would at least get a nomination. The place itself has a warm, comfortable feel. Wood tones, rooster themes everywhere, a relaxed local energy where people look like regulars and first-timers feel welcome anyway. Service was friendly and efficient without feeling rushed. In a city full of strong breakfast spots, this might actually be my current favorite. That's not something I say lightly.

    Ok how hard is it to cook eggs over medium - cooked whites but still have egg yolk ??? I asked for…read moremy eyes not to brown-

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    The Banshee - Bahn Mi Taco

    The Banshee

    4.2(877 reviews)
    2.1 mi
    $$

    The food, the service, the vibes of this establishment was best! My wifes' burger/fries was top…read morenotch! My Pho, been to Vietnam twice, took me back there...1st time there - not the last! 5 stars!

    I really liked this place. We were visiting Chico, and seeing what yelp had to say, and the…read morepub-plus-Magners-on-tap-plus-fun-looking-sandwiches made it a winner. We had kids with us, so we got there an hour before it became 21+. Everyone was friendly, the food came pretty quick relative to how hopping it was. We ordered: Pho-rench dip (w/fries)--I think this was a DDD sandwich, so it's not some hidden gem, but it was super tasty. You cannot go wrong. The slight lime-iness of the dipping broth really kicked it into turbo. Also, we all likes the steak fries--a note on that later. Chicken Cheese Steak (w/fries)--my wife loved it. I tried a bite, and it was great--a little mushroom-forward, but we like that. Mac and Cheese--do not be fooled by the slightly smaller bowl, it is very filling. My son can eat his birth weight in pasta, and he had to tap out! I tried a bite--it was creamy (not grainy at all), and was just the right amount of salty and cheese-funky. Grilled cheese and tomato soup (w/fries)--perhaps the least successful for my family, but only because my daughter prefers a smoky/spicy tomato soup, and this was more on the sweet side. The griled cheese was of the "crispy cheese on the outside" ilk, which my daughter thought was really good. So, totally would go again. IMPORTANT NOTE (to people traveling through Chico, or who don't want to take leftovers)--the sandwiches are pretty big, and the add-on fry order is also sizeable. If we were going again tomorrow, we would either order 1 fry instead of 3. Or split a sandwich. Very very good pub.

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    The Banshee - Bahn Mi style pork taco. I highly recommend!

    Bahn Mi style pork taco. I highly recommend!

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    Fresh Twisted Cafe - #5. Monster Burrito! Huge! Plus various options for tortilla type

    Fresh Twisted Cafe

    4.4(627 reviews)
    5.1 mi
    $

    This is easily one of Chico's most pleasantly surprising spots. From the outside, tucked beside a…read moregas station, it doesn't hint at how fresh and flavorful the food truly is. But step inside and you'll find an impressive variety of wraps, smoothies, juices, tacos, superfoods, warm dishes, pastries, espresso drinks and plenty of vegan options. Last winter, their chicken tortilla soup was outstanding--rich, comforting, and full of flavor. On my most recent visit (02/21/2026), I ordered a grilled chicken wrap loaded with alfalfa sprouts, cucumbers, tomatoes, onion, olives, hummus, corn, and cayenne pepper. It was genuinely delicious--a word I don't use lightly for food in Chico. The ingredients tasted incredibly fresh, portions were generous, and prices were very reasonable. I also tried the "Monkey Power" smoothie with hemp seeds, white chocolate powder, peanut butter, and banana--wow, it was amazing. I truly appreciate the wide selection of vegetables, fruits, superfoods, and nourishing options they offer. Fresh Twisted Cafe has absolutely become one of my favorite spots in Chico.

    The food is fresh. The people are nice. Coffee is good. What more can you want?…read more You have salads, wraps, and sandwiches to choose from all that you build yourself. So you get your food exactly the way you want it. They have yummy vegetarian, gluten-free items available in addition to a regular menu, so no matter who's in your party they can find something to eat Fresh baked muffins. Yummm

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    Interior with local artist items

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