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The Ultimate Guide to Vegan Restaurants in Chico
Chico, California, United States
For those meatless eaters looking for adventure, fun, and a great dining experience while exploring Butte County in Northern California, we’ve done your homework for you with this non-exhaustive but reasonably complete reference guide to vegan- and vegetarian-friendly Butte County restaurants (just click on "Visit Website"). What follows is a micro list of the best vegan eats in Chico - while most aren't vegan-only restaurants, they all have robust vegan offerings, making them perfect for every member of your group!
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Tender Loving Coffee is the go-to shop for vegans. All drinks come standard with oat milk & their menu sandwiches & breakfast fare is vegan.
365 E 6th St
Chico, CA
Monday:
8:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Tuesday:
8:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Wednesday:
8:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Thursday:
8:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Friday:
8:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Saturday:
8:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Sunday:
Closed
Make sure to grab yourself a cup of one of their gourmet coffee blends (and take some beans home too) to go with the excellent vegan coffee cake and other vegan treats and pastries. For those who prefer it, dairy milk is available as is a small selection of non-vegan pastries.
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Aonami Sustainable Sushi specializes in sustainable sushi, but also has a dedicated menu of vegan sushi.
128 W 2nd St
Chico, CA
Monday:
4:30 – 8:30 PM
Tuesday:
4:30 – 8:30 PM
Wednesday:
4:30 – 8:30 PM
Thursday:
4:30 – 8:30 PM
Friday:
4:30 – 8:30 PM
Saturday:
4:30 – 8:30 PM
Sunday:
Closed
In addition to vegan rolls and weekly "Tofu Tuesday" specials, they have several vegan bowls (try the Jeannie bowl and order some extra sauce!), and regularly rotates in vegan specials, such as their frequently sold-out vegan ramen.
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Live Life Juice Co. offers a huge array of fresh juices as well as vegan pies, soft-serve & a variety of sweet and savory to-go food options
220 Broadway St
Chico, CA
Monday:
9:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Tuesday:
9:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Wednesday:
9:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Thursday:
9:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Friday:
9:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Saturday:
10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Sunday:
10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
The only non-vegan thing in the store is the very occasional use of honey, so vegans will go away happy.
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Café Coda is a top choice for a vegan breakfast or lunch, with a separate vegan menu & main menu items that can be made vegan as well.
265 Humboldt Ave
Chico, CA
Monday:
Closed
Tuesday:
Closed
Wednesday:
8:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Thursday:
8:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Friday:
8:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Saturday:
8:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Sunday:
8:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Their vegan chilaquiles and breakfast burrito are particular favorites!
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Drunken Dumpling offers a number of sumptuous and clearly labeled Asian-fusion vegan options, and they're always adding more options!
1414 Park Ave
Chico, CA
Monday:
Closed
Tuesday:
11:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Wednesday:
11:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Thursday:
11:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Friday:
11:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Saturday:
11:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Sunday:
Closed
Drunken Dumpling is an absolute delight, and no visitor to Chico with a penchant for Asian food—vegan or omnivore—should miss it!
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With a goal of having "a menu that everyone can enjoy," Wine Time regularly offers new vegan specials, including decadent desserts.
26 Lost Dutchman Dr
Chico, CA
Monday:
Closed
Tuesday:
4:00 – 9:00 PM
Wednesday:
4:00 – 9:00 PM
Thursday:
4:00 – 9:00 PM
Friday:
4:00 – 9:00 PM
Saturday:
4:00 – 9:00 PM
Sunday:
Closed
A clearly labeled vegan menu with some solid options and easy changes make this a great stop for vegans, and the variety of soups and even a vegan Cesar salad put this at the top of the list for a weekend lunch with a glass of wine.
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steps from Chico State, Gogi's Cafe is a simple budget Indian restaurant that always has have of its offerings dedicated to vegan options.
230 Salem St
Chico, CA
Monday:
11:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Tuesday:
11:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Wednesday:
11:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Thursday:
11:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Friday:
11:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Saturday:
11:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Sunday:
Closed
After their son went vegan, the proprietors of this local icon made sure to include a robust number of vegan options every day, all of which are delicious. If that isn’t quite enough, let them wow you with their vegan naan and vegan lassi, or celebrate Thanksgiving with them and their annual Vegan Thanksgiving Buffet.
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Momona Noodle + Bao serves up delicious vegan ramen and bowls options (with a clearly labeled menu) as well as oyster mushroom bao.
230 W 3rd St
Chico, CA
Monday:
Closed
Tuesday:
12:00 – 3:00 PM, 4:00 – 9:00 PM
Wednesday:
12:00 – 3:00 PM, 4:00 – 9:00 PM
Thursday:
12:00 – 3:00 PM, 4:00 – 9:00 PM
Friday:
12:00 – 3:00 PM, 4:00 – 9:00 PM
Saturday:
12:00 – 3:00 PM, 4:00 – 9:00 PM
Sunday:
Closed
A variety of imported beer and sake make an afternoon walking downtown extra pleasant.
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Farm Star Pizza offers some great vegan options, and they have vegan cheese far superior to what’s available at most pizza places.
2359 Esplanade
Chico, CA
Monday:
11:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Tuesday:
11:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Wednesday:
11:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Thursday:
11:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Friday:
11:00 AM – 9:30 PM
Saturday:
12:00 – 9:30 PM
Sunday:
11:00 AM – 9:00 PM
With their menu of creative pizzas - most of which can be made vegan - everyone in your party will find something delicious to enjoy.
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365 E 6th St
Chico, CA
Monday:
Closed
Tuesday:
8:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Wednesday:
8:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Thursday:
8:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Friday:
8:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Saturday:
8:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Sunday:
9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Plant-based deliciousness awaits in Chico, Oroville, Paradise, and beyond!