Chico

Chico, California, United States

Over the years, Chico—already a well-known college town—has been cultivating a reputation as a foodie destination in the North State. With local access to delicious fresh produce and easily accessible fresh meats and fish, the city’s restaurant scene features some of the best food in the whole county. Chico might have been an under-the-radar cuisine location before, but now the secret’s out. With a visit from Guy Fieri and “Diners, Drive-Ins, and Dives,” everyone else now knows what the locals have long known—that Chico is a great place for a good meal. Discover what Guy Fieri had to say about the Chico favorites he visited!

198 E 2nd St
Chico, CA

Grana features locally sourced, farm-to-fork dishes with a Italian wood-fired oven at the center of the restaurant. Guy’s Verdict: “Great ingredients, done right. That should be the tagline—this is as good as it comes.” Watch It: "Coming Together in Cali," Season 29, Episode 18

130 Main St
Chico, CA

A Chico staple for 30 years, Upper Crust is a bakery/café/restaurant all in one that makes everything in-house and from scratch. Guy’s Verdict: “That’s like lights-out good.” Watch It: "Coming Together in Cali," Season 29, Episode 18

230 W 3rd St
Chico, CA

Momona serves up West Coast-style noodles and bao with Japanese, Hawaiian, and Taiwan influences. Guy’s Verdict: “If I was recruiting people to come to [Chico State], I would invite them to have this—it’s delicious.” Watch It: "Not Your Everyday Eats," Season 29, Episode 20

346 Broadway St
Chico, CA

The Rawbar is a popular fusion/Asian sushi bar serving rolls, bowls, small dishes, and hot bites. Guy’s Verdict: “I wanted that to be great. It’s not great—it’s phenomenal!” Watch It: "Standout Seafood," Season 30, Episode 5

2290 Esplanade
Chico, CA

Sin of Cortez is an all-American coffee and breakfast house featuring fresh, homemade classic diner dishes. Guy’s Verdict: “I don’t know that I’ve found many places in the travels of DDD quite like this.” Watch It: "Burgers and Breakfast," Season 29, Episode 19

134 W 2nd St
Chico, CA

A bar with really good food, The Banshee offers an international flavor-inspired menu alongside traditional pub favorites. Guy’s Verdict: “Boom, boom, boom, boom, boom—delicious. Pho-get about it.” Watch It: "Coming Together in Cali," Season 29, Episode 18

2290 Esplanade
Chico, CA

Taste your way through Chico with a stop and a meal at each restaurant.