Their food is so meh IMO. I know this is an unpopular opinion, but I don't get the hype. The…read moreservice is super friendly though, and their diner-y vibe is nice. The food is just nothing to write home about - I could make it myself without much effort, for a much lower price, and just better. It used to be worth it to come in every now and then because their prices were so low, but just like everywhere else now, the prices are high and not worth it. A rave: I got food poisoning recently, NOT at Morning Thunder, but they were a contender. When I called to let them know, they handled it extremely well. They were surprised but said they would look closely at everything to make sure everything was safe and sanitary. (And yes, I did call to let them know when I confirmed it was not them.)

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 liked the atmosphere and enjoyed the outside seating for our little one. Food was insanely…read moredelicious! Be prepared for a bit of a wait so don't go crazy hungry! They appeared to be short staff as there was only one of each team member. But, we will definitely be back to try more of the food in hopes it's as delicious as the Poutine and Trashy Fried Chicken Tavo

The age old statement of not judging a book by its cover applies to this place. The outside does…read morenot begin to tell the story that is about to unfold. Once you enter through the door you immediately catch the friendly and cool vibe of this place. The beer and drink list is deep so take your time. The food was incredible I highly recommend the Brussels sprouts, the crispy pork bowl and the trashy tacos. Our server was quick, as well as very friendly and accommodating. The prices are fair as well.

Business was closed. Cyclone fence around entire building. I ended up going to the Olive Pit.read more

Corning Olive Oil Company is the original real deal! They provide the olive oils for many other…read morecompanies including the the Olive Pit! This place is a family run business. If you go there tell them to show you the bottles of all the olive oil companies that they bottle for! Amazing!!! It's not fancy but you can't beat the prices or the friendly welcoming! Do yourself a favor and treat yourself with a visit to the Corning Olive Oil Company. (They just got their first load of green olives so production will start any day now!) By the way they have homemade balsamic vinegars too! The blackberry balsamic is the bomb!

Located a little bit out of the downtown area, this breakfast…read more/ lunch spot is relaxing. The breakfast / brunch offerings are very nice. This trip, we got a breakfast bagel sandwich, a classic breakfast plate and the daily quiche. We all loved our food. The bagel sandwich was huge and great for taking 1/2 for later. There is a nice outdoor seating area as well as indoor seating. We liked our relaxing breakfast.

Very good, very quick! And overall great customer service experience!! I got a muffin as well and…read moreit was delicious!

I had the most amazing birthday party at the LaRocca tasting room. I'm so glad I decided to have my…read moreparty there. Not only is their wine and champagne fantastic (organic-sulphate free!), it's also ideal for the kind of quaint and intimate gathering I was desiring. Everywhere I turned, there was a sweet face to converse and catch-up with. We brought in a great musician to play his saxophone while we all danced around. And my charcuterie spread was of the chain, fantastic. It covered a whole dining table. My favorite was enjoying my apricot and cream filled cake from nearby Upper Crust Bakery. Their server was on point. She kept everyone's champagne glasses full, which was crucial on this hot summer's evening. I wish I could party like this every weekend. It felt like a real Napa-Chico experience. I'd recommend to anyone to have their special event here. Thank you LaRocca, I'll be back! -Prairie

We arrived just after opening in the afternoon by happenstance. Greeted by the employee and…read moreimmediately told wine produced here is similar to a Thousand years ago. Highly acidic flat wine that had a few varieties in bottle. We choked our way thru the first tasting and apologized to the staff member " it just wasn't our flavor". I paid the full fare and he denied it. I apologized again and left it in his tip jar for two tasting and a glass. This winery has been around since the 80's. The tasting room was a bit cluttered and a nice tasting bar but staff not the wine held our attention. Maybe there's reason why wine has improved since the Dawn of time.

Just had a blast at Mariah and Max's wedding!!! Also Butte Creek Catering was amazingread more

Honker Bay Ranch is a beautiful place inside and out. The owners (Jack & Judy) are immensely…read morefriendly and welcoming. When walking around their property, it is evident how many amazing amenities there are. There are beautiful details, like an amazing bar & dance floor. Along with the scenic pond and nature around. In addition, their bridal suite is incredibly spacious, and to top it off, they make sure it is locked during the ceremony to other guests aside from the bridal party. One of the things I loved most about their amentities, is that they have additional helpers and support for set up & clean up. Their rules are simple and sensible, and it is obvious they cared. And to top it off, Judy's shed has EVERYTHING imaginable that you could need. We sincerely loved this place and will be recommending it to friends & family in the area.

--Correction--This isn't really a butcher, but a rancher that sells beef to regular folks, and…read moreworks closely with a local butcher so that you don't have to cut up a side of beef by yourself : ) I just couldn't find a closer category to put this in. When my wife and I lived in Redding, we started buying beef by the quarter or side from Tehama Angus Ranch, and became spoiled for life. It has an excellent flavor (not like supermarket steaks), the local butcher said it would qualify for Prime or Choice (among the best he's ever seen, consistently), and it's much more reasonably priced than some of the name-brand organic or grass-fed beef. I'm not "selling" for them, don't get a commission, not even a discount. In fact, I've never actually met the owners, just exchanged long, pleasant e-mails with one of them (Linda) several times per year. However, some of our other Redding colleagues have been to the ranch and were impressed with how it's run. The reason I'm writing this review is simply to reach out to people to provide them with options they might not hear about otherwise. Their prices for 2013 are $2.20 /lb and the cut/wrap, process fees are $.80/lb and $85/ animal. So the end price will work out to about $4.90 / lb in the package, assuming you buy by the quarter or half. Prices are only slightly higher than the past two years (despite increased prices for corn and recent recalls of beef from the big commercial suppliers). The net cost per pound can vary a little, depending on your instructions to the butcher (easy), or about $800 to $1,000 for the side when all is said and done. That includes a roughly even mix of burgers, steaks, and roasts, direct from a Chico-area ranching family (nothing like those smelly, polluting feedlots farther south on I-5 and Hwy 99). Our family of four eats a side of beef in about 1 year, or about 2 meals per week (~3 to 3.5 lbs per week). My wife and I have been buying our beef from Tehama Angus for the past 8 years or so, and have a really tough time buying supermarket beef anymore (have you seen the prices for Harris Ranch or Sterling Silver beef? And Harris Ranch is no longer a small, family-run operation). To stay "green" we make up for our beef consumption by also having a couple of meat-free meals per week, and usually round it out with chicken or fish... So if you're interested in buying a side of beef (~170 lbs) from a local, reliable supplier, give it a try. Don't worry, it's all butchered and wrapped into nice cuts for you similar to the supermarket (but wrapped in more eco-friendly vacuum packs or paper). You'll need a dedicated freezer if you buy a side (we have the smallest model, cost of about $170, and it's a tight fit). If you' re willing to cooperate with a friend, you could get less than a side, perhaps a quarter, and divvy it up after you get it from the butcher. For the record, I don't get any sort of financial benefit from this (not even a discount, darnit!), nor do I have any personal or family relationship with Tehama Angus beef, other than my annual e-mails with them to order beef and work out details. In fact, I have never met the ownersin person. However, I've learned via my e-mail correspondence over the years that they are long-time ranchers in Tehama County, really friendly, absolutely reliable for many years now, and with a few kids either recently off to college or just about to leave the nest.

I love this place so much. I moved from a place that had Asian stores everywhere to only two in…read moreChico--quite a culture shock for me. The store is ran by an older Asian couple, and they stock everything from instant noodles, snacks, non-alcoholic drinks, fresh produce, and all the condiments and sauces that you might need. They have a surprisingly large inventory for a small store, and there's more to look through in the freezer section. Aside from some niche vegetables, I've had no problems finding stuff I need to cook Filipino food and more.

This store is easily overlooked. It's small but mighty and the family who runs it is eager to help…read moreyou find what you're looking for. I scored the ingredients to make Lao egg rolls, as well as a basket of fresh veggies, fish sauce, chili sauce , dried wood ear mushrooms, and a whole fish. Even if you're not familiar with Thai or Vietnamese cooking, wandering the aisles is free and educational. I love these folks and their store. Also, they are Covid-compliant!