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A Local Favorite Since 1965!

Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner We serve great Italian dinners, famous deli sandwiches, homemade pizzas & calzones and the freshest salads in town! Don’t forget our delicious breakfast served everyday starting at 6:00am.

Our family has owned and operated the Italian Cottage for over 46 years.

You can count on the same quality & consistency since day one, with some new & exciting specials: 10 oz Top Sirloin, Spicy Linguini with Italian Sausage, Rustic Chicken Parmesean, Roasted Garlic, Pasta Ka-Boom, Tostada Stratta, Corned Beef Hash & Eggs, Eggs Benedict, Blueberry Pancakes, Biscuits & Gravy and more!

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2234 The Esplanade Chico 343-7000 6am - 11pm

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Fresh Gourmet Sandwiches Soups &Salads Pastries A CHICO NEWS & REVIEW DINING GUIDE FALL 2012/WINTER 2013

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elcome to Savor, our semi-annual guide to Chico's food scene.

Inside, you’ll find a comprehensive listing of Chico's local restaurants, organized by category.

Chico is a small city that, over the years, has developed a thriving local restaurant ecosystem. When you want to get out of your kitchen and let someone else do the cooking, pick up Savor and browse through the listings to find the perfect place to satisfy your gastronomic craving.

We're pretty lucky in this town. Thanks to our large community of risk-taking restaurateurs, we get to celebrate world-class chefs, a growing number of food trucks, expertly crafted cocktails and cuisines from nearly every continent. We hope that you take this complete list of Chico's restuarants and use it to discover places you've never been before, or just use it to answer the eternal question, “Where do you want to go eat?”

TABLE OF CONTENTS Asian . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 Breakfast Nooks . . . . . . . . . .7 Burgers, Delis & Dogs . . . . . .7 Coffee Shops, Cafés & Bistros . .8 Eclectic Eats . . . . . . . . . . . . .10 Fine Dining . . . . . . . . . . . . .10 Homestyle . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15 Italian . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15 Mexican . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15 Names You Know . . . . . . . . . .18 Pizza . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19

Dining Guide Editor: Howard Hardee CN&R Editor: Robert Speer Design: Tina Flynn, Sandy Peters Cover: Design by Tina Flynn

Event Catering Check out Bustolinis.com for a list of nightime events 800 Broadway • 892-1790 M-F 8am–4pm • Sat 9am–4pm

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180 Cohasset road • (near the esplanade) 893-2574 or 893-5068

Savor is published twice a year by the Chico News & Review, 530-894-2300, www.newsreview.com. ©2012 Chico Community Publishing The information in this dining guide is current as of September 2012. Listings and prices are subject to change at any time.

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Aonami Sustainable Sushi

1008 W. Sacramento Ave., 924-3168 Asian fusion and Japanese cuisine made from mostly North State ingredients and served in a sleek, modern atmosphere. $ CC ATM

Big Tuna Sushi Bistro

1722 Mangrove Ave., 345-4571 Cozy restaurant featuring traditional Japanese sushi, plus a variety of American rolls and appetizers. $$ CC ATM

Key To Symbols $ $$ $$$ CC ATM

Entrées less than $10 Entrées priced $10-$15 Entrées priced $15 and up Accepts major credit cards Accepts debit cards or has ATM on premise

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128 Broadway, 899-8368 Now serving Chinese food. Lunch and dinner specials. Vegetarian specials.

Assortment of “bubble teas.” Eat in or take-out. $ CC ATM

Chada Thai Cuisine

117 W. Second St., 342-7121 Authentic Thai dishes, including a vegetarian menu. Lunch Monday-Thursday, dinner Monday-Saturday. $$ CC ATM

Chan Pheng’s Mandarin Cuisine

1140 Mangrove Ave., 894-6888 Mandarin, Hunan and Szechwan cuisine. $$ CC ATM

Chicoichi Ramen

243 W. Ninth St., 891-9044 Formerly the location of Annie’s Asian Grill, Chicoichi features a simple menu of ramen (and we don’t mean the junky kind college students eat), donburi, salads and sushi in an authentic Japanese setting. $ CC ATM

Cocodine Thai Cuisine

2485 Notre Dame Blvd., 891-1800 Specializing in flavorful, authentic cen-

tral as well as northeastern (Issan) Thai cuisine. Come discover fresh, healthful, delicious Thai food. $$ CC ATM

Egg Roll King

659 Palmetto Ave., 893-1838 Chinese-style fast food; drive-through window and indoor seating. $ ATM

Gen Kai Japanese Cuisine & Sushi Bar

605 Mangrove Ave., 345-7226 Try traditional Japanese favorites or the sushi bar at this longtime Chico favorite. $$$ CC ATM

Ginger’s Chinese Restaurant

2201 Pillsbury Road, 345-8862 Specializing in Szechuan, Mandarin and Hunan cuisine. Open daily. $$ CC ATM

Happy Garden

180 Cohasset Road, 893-2574 Delicious Chinese cuisine with generous portions served in a welcoming atmosphere. $$ CC ATM

House of Bamboo

163 E. Second St., 893-8811 Locally sourced ingredients, tasteful homegrown recipes and a modern setting.

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amily is the most important thing,” said Jose Uriarte, owner of Gordo Burrito’s three locations.

It’s a mantra he follows closely—while Jose oversees operations at the main restaurant and home kitchen, which shares a storefront with a gas station on East Eighth Street a stone’s throw from Highway 99, his brothers Carlos and Jorge run two taco trucks located at Eighth and Pine Streets and 20th Street and Park Avenue. The various locations are largely staffed by family and friends—daughter Cecilia can usually be found running the register at the main location and PA I D

Jose’s wife is also on hand most mornings.

Gordo’s menu reflects the Uriarte family’s roots on Mexico’s Pacific coast, particularly in its emphasis on delectable shrimp offerings. Gordo’s full array of shrimp dishes, from tacos to tortas and nachos, are made with fresh shrimp delivered three times weekly.

“We even make things not on the menu, if the customer wants,” he said, noting ultra-spicy camarones ala diabla are a favorite among those who know to ask.

The menu includes a full range of Mexican favorites, including fish and steak dishes. Of particular note are their delicious pork dishes—carnitas and al pastor slow cooked to melt-in-your-mouth perfection.

Jose Uriarte and daughter Cecilia

1295 East 8th Street, Chico 809-1211 Open weekdays 6am-9pm, Sa 9am-8pm, closed Su

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Come enjoy the vibrant flavors of Southeast Asia. www.chicohb.com $$ CC ATM

Hula’s Chinese Bar-B-Q

2540 Esplanade, 342-8564; 1937 E. 20th St., 342-6304 All-you-can-eat Mongolian barbecue with fresh vegetables, noodles, meats and sauces. Beer and wine available.

Open daily. www.hulasbbq.com $$ CC ATM

Izakaya Ichiban

243 W. Second St., 895-3888 San Francisco chef Ken Zeng presents lunch and dinner specials in a unique atmosphere. Closed Sunday. $$ CC ATM

Peter Chu’s Mandarin Cuisine

2424 Cohasset Road, 894-8276 Tasty Asian food at reasonable prices. www.peterchu-chico.com $$ CC ATM

Pho C & C

2000 Notre Dame Blvd., 342-8500 Japanese tapas and traditional Japanese cuisine. Sister restaurant to Big Tuna Sushi Bistro. $$ CC

3211 Cohasset Road, 892-1415 A variety of Vietnamese cuisine, including soups, rolls, noodles and traditional grilled or barbecued meats. $$ CC ATM

Japanese Blossoms

Rawbar Restaurant & Sushi Bar

2995 Esplanade, 891-9022 Authentic Japanese food and sushi bar. $$ CC ATM

Kwando Restaurant

740 Mangrove Ave., 343-6788 All-you-can-eat buffet, featuring a huge sushi bar, salad bar, carving bar, oysters, shrimp, Dim Sum, soup, fish, desserts and appetizers. $$ CC ATM

Mekkala Thai Cuisine

1196 E. Lassen Ave., 636-4620 Family-owned and operated Thai restaurant offering an elevated but casual dining experience. Lunch specials and take-out available. mekkalathai.com $ CC

Noodle House

605 Mangrove Ave., 345-2022 Yummy Asian-fusion cuisine specializing in soups, bowls and wraps. $ CC ATM

Ojiya Japanese Steakhouse & Sushi Bar

2477 Forest Ave., 899-1199 Sit around the hibachi and watch the chefs grill steaks, seafood and vegetarian fare. Sushi bar, too. $$$ CC ATM

346 Broadway, 897-0626 Downtown’s premium sushi bar and Asian grill. Full bar, take-out, happy hour, affordable lunches, reservations.

Family-owned for 11 years. Closed Sunday. www.rawbarchico.com $$ CC ATM

Thai Basil

121 Broadway, 343-6843 All dishes made with fresh vegetables. Vegetarian or choice of meat.

Choose your own spice level. Lunch Monday-Friday. Dinner Thursday-Saturday. Closed Sunday. $$ CC ATM

Tong Fong Low

2072 E. 20th St., 898-1388 An institution in Oroville, Tong Fong Low now has a location in Chico, offering authentic Chinese cuisine. www.tongfonglow.com. $$ CC ATM

• VOTED BEST ASIAN CUISINE 2011

Tony’s Restaurant

951 Nord Ave., 893-8888 Formerly the Chang Hing House. Chinese food for dine-in or take-out. $ CC ATM

Turandot North China Gourmet Cuisine

• VOTED BEST SUSHI 2011

1851 Esplanade, 893-1156 Manchurian cuisine at reasonable prices in an elegant atmosphere. Open daily for lunch and dinner. $$ CC ATM

Rice Bowl

Windy’s Chinese Restaurant

2804 Esplanade, 899-9098 Sit-down restaurant serving Chinese and Japanese cuisine, including sushi bar, beer and wine. Open daily. $$ CC ATM

1000 W. Sacramento Ave., 343-1788 Serving a large variety of Asian favorites, beer and wine. $ CC ATM

Wok In

305 Nord Ave., 342-8842 Authentic and delicious Thai food at reasonable prices. $$ CC ATM

1354 East Ave., 892-8369 Healthful, fast Asian food with generous portions. Dine in or take out.

Delivery available. Closed Sunday. $ CC ATM

Teriyaki House

Wok ‘n’ Roll Asian Food and Hawaiian BBQ

Sophia’s Authentic Thai Cuisine

951 Nord Ave., 894-3040; 236 W. East Ave., 894-6127 Japanese fast-food restaurant specializing in teriyaki. Nord location open daily; East Avenue location closed on Sunday. $ ATM

1008 W. Sacramento Ave., 892-1868 Authentic Chinese menu with something for everyone. Delivery or sit-down dining in a casual atmosphere. $$ CC ATM

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178 East 7th St. • Chico • 342-7163 • www.shuberts.com • 9:30am-10pm Mon - Fri, 11am-10pm Sat - Sun

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Breakfast Nooks Beatniks Coffee House & Breakfast Joint

1387 E. Eighth St., 894-2800 Coffee, tea, pastries, frittatas and breakfast burritos. $

Breakfast Buzz

208 Cedar St., 343-3444 Breakfast burritos, omelets, French toast and more in a college atmosphere. $$ CC ATM

Brooklyn Bridge Bagel Works

117 W. Second St., 345-3443 Twenty-five types of New York-style bagels, 11 flavors of cream cheese, deli sandwiches, smoothies and espresso. $ CC ATM

Café Coda

265 Humboldt Ave., 566-9476 Breakfast served daily from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m.; lunch served weekdays. Come back at night for beer, wine and live music. www.cafecoda.com $$ CC ATM

Country Waffles

690 Rio Lindo Ave., 345-1149; 2485 Notre Dame Blvd., 345-9905 Specializing in waffles. Breakfast and lunch daily. $$ CC ATM

Italian Cottage

2234 Esplanade., 343-8828 Serving up delicious omelets since 1970.

Also: Eggs Benedict, cottage potatoes, fresh-cooked spinach, French toast, homemade biscuits and gravy, Belgian waffles, blueberry pancakes and hash browns. www.theitaliancottage.com. $$ CC ATM

Mom’s

209 Salem St., 893-3447 Breakfast offerings include crepes, pancakes, omelets and scrambles. Lunch features burgers, sandwiches, wraps and

salads, as well as homemade tomatobasil soup. Open daily. $ CC ATM

Morning Thunder café

352 Vallombrosa Ave., 342-9717 Chico’s popular breakfast (and lunch) café at the foot of Bidwell Park. Open daily. $$ CC ATM • VOTED BEST HANGOVER BREAKFAST 2011

Nash’s 7th Avenue Omelette House

1717 Esplanade, 896-1147 Unique omelet selections made with fresh and local ingredients, as well as traditional breakfast fare. $ CC ATM • VOTED BEST CHAMPAGNE BRUNCH 2011

Paradise’s Place

Burgers, Delis & Dogs Beach Hut Deli

146 W. Second St., 893-0633 A variety of specialty sandwiches served up in a casual, beach-themed atmosphere. www.beachhutdeli.com.

Open daily. $$ CC ATM

Big Al’s Drive In

1844 Esplanade, 342-2722 Milkshakes are a triple-thick treat at this longtime Chico favorite. $$ ATM

Big Chico Burger

701 Main St., 891-1940 With a new name and new owners (the owners of Jack’s Family Restaurant), this Main Street eatery offers country-style breakfast and lunch fare at affordable prices. $ CC ATM

1550 East Ave., 891-6100 Home of the One Pounder! A casual dining restaurant serving fresh chuck patties, hot dogs, sandwiches and salads. $$ CC ATM

The Roost Café

1144 Park Ave., 892-1281 This cozy, old-school diner serves real food, real butter and real-good home cooking. Plus, it has the hippest counter seating in town. Sunday brunch, breakfast and lunch daily. $$ CC ATM

3211 Cohasset Road, 342-4555; 933 Nord Ave., 891-1418; 2451 Forest Ave., 891-1430 A “Best of Chico” living legend with a “Build Your Own Burger” bar. www.burgerhut.net $ CC ATM • VOTED BEST BURGER AND BEST FRIES 2011

Scrambles

Burgers & Brew

880 East Ave., 892-8963 Serving up its famous three-egg scrambles, plus Eggs Benedict and homemade quiche. Champagne served daily. Fullservice espresso bar. Open daily for breakfast and lunch, 7 a.m.-2 p.m. $$ CC ATM

Sin of Cortez

2290 Esplanade, 879-9200 Enjoy specialty coffees or teas at one of Chico’s favorite breakfast and lunch places. www.sinofcortez.com. Open everyday. $$ CC ATM • VOTED BEST BREAKFAST 2011

Burger Hut

201 Broadway, 879-9100 Grass-fed beef and world-class brews in a modern setting. $$ CC ATM

Bustolini’s Deli & Coffee House

800 Broadway, 892-1790 Premium sandwiches, authentic oldworld Italian meats and cheeses, antipasti, grocery items, coffee, breakfast items and pastries. Excellent soups.

Closed Sunday. $$ CC ATM

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The Cheesesteak Shop

995 Nord Ave., 345-2565 Philly-style cheesesteak sandwiches made with high-quality rib-eye steak.

Chicken options, too. $ CC ATM

Chico Locker & Sausage Co.

196 E. 14th St., 343-7370 Check out this full deli with a variety of top-notch sandwiches and salads, and pick up some traditional handmade sausage and specialty meats. $ CC ATM

The Dog House

809-1211 1295 E. 8th St.

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1008 W. Sacramento Ave., 894-3641; 1354 East Ave., 894-2242 Serving charcoal-grilled gourmet hotdogs and sausages. Indoor seating at East Avenue location. www.chicodog house.com $ ATM • VOTED BEST HOT DOG 2011

EJ’s Dogs & Subs

672 Mangrove Ave., 342-3456 Wide assortment of hot dogs and deli sandwiches. Open daily. $ CC ATM

Fast Eddie’s

788 East Ave., 342-8555 Featuring tri-tip and pulled-pork sandwiches in addition to a large menu of specialty sandwiches, all made on local bread. $ CC

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1924 Mangrove Ave., 343-4930 ext. 11 Barbecue lunch and dinner items to go or eat there at the picnic tables.

Open daily. $$ CC ATM

Scotty’s Landing

12609 River Road, 710-2020 Try a River Burger or fresh fish and chips on a deck overlooking the Sacramento River, or watch one of 20 televisions inside. $$ CC ATM

Smokin’ Mo’s BBQ

131 Broadway St., 891-6677 A small California chain specializing in barbeque beef, pork, chicken and turkey. www.smokinmosbbq.com $$ CC ATM

Spiteri’s Delicatessen

971 East Ave., 891-4797 Best-kept sandwich secret in Chico.

Serving all your favorites along with daily specialty salads and beer and wine. Closed Sunday. $$ CC ATM • VOTED BEST SANDWICH 2011

Sub Station

160 Convair Court, 898-1020; 2404 Park Ave., 343-9178 Sub sandwiches and other deli-style foods. $ ATM

Zot’s Hot Dogs

The Graduate

225 Main St. (Inside Garden Walk Mall), 345-2820 Steamed hot dogs, deli sandwiches, salad bar and housemade soups. $ CC ATM

Kinder’s Custom Meats & Deli

Coffee Shops, Cafés & Bistros

344 W. Eighth St., 343-2790 Try a famous Grad Burger, salad, steak, or one of the 50 beers on tap at this rollicking local favorite. $$ CC ATM 221 1/2 Normal Ave., 342-3354 Kinder’s specialty is the marinated ball tip steak sandwich. Catering available. Open daily. $$ CC ATM

Kona’s Sandwiches

138 Main St., 893-4344; 965 Nord Ave., 894-1635 Inexpensive and delicious sandwiches and wraps. Open daily. $$ CC ATM

Madison Bear Garden

Large Pepperoni

S & S Barbeque & Deli

316 W. Second St., 891-1639 Try their famous Bear Burgers, buffalo wings or a scrumptious salad. www.madisonbeargarden.com $ CC ATM

Marcelli’s Sandwiches & More

215 W. First St., 892-1329 Marcelli’s has the quality, premium deli sandwiches you desire. Choose from more than 24 sandwiches like the Reuben or meatball. Fresh salads and more. Catering available. Located across from Chico State. $ CC ATM

Nobby’s

1444 Park Ave., 342-2285 Their motto is, “Nobody does burgers better than Nobby’s.” Enough said.

Closed Sunday and Monday. $ ATM

100th Monkey Café & Books

642 W. Fifth St., 343-0704 Sandwiches, wraps, desserts and coffee. Open daily. $$ CC ATM

Bellachino’s Espresso & Panini café

800 Bruce Road, 892-2244 Espresso and coffee, breakfast wraps and sandwiches, soups, wraps, sandwiches, gourmet salads and pastries.

Garden patio, on-site bakery and catering. Open daily. $$ CC ATM

Bidwell Perk

664 E. First Ave., 899-1500 Serving some of the finest coffee, tea and delectables in a café-style setting. $ CC ATM

• VOTED BEST LOCAL COFFEE HOUSE 2011

Cabana Café

1293 E. First Ave., 893-CAFE Inside In Motion Fitness, Cabana Café invites the public to enjoy delicious paninis, wraps and grilled dishes, as well as a large salad bar and frozen yogurt bar. Also serving Peet’s coffee. $ CC ATM

Café Flo

365 E. Sixth St., 514-8888 Serving food and pastries with an emphasis on local and organic ingredients. Coffee, beer and wine. Checks accepted. $$ CC ATM

Cal Java Coffee Roasters

216 W. East Ave., 891-8935; 1601 Esplanade, 894-3534; 2485 Notre Dame Blvd., 893-2662; 1835 Mangrove Ave., 879-1832 Serving pastries, teas and espresso drinks. $ CC ATM

The Coffee Corner

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206 Walnut St., St. A, 809-2157 Coffee, tea and pastries. $ CC ATM

Cupcake Crusader

752 East Avenue, 899-1100 Delicious cupcakes—in unique flavors as well as childhood favorites— made fresh daily and to order. Also serving coffee and tea. $ CC ATM

Empire Coffee

434 Orange St., 899-8267 Visit a restored 1940s passenger train car for handcrafted, organic specialty coffee and tea served with maniacal attention to detail. $ CC ATM

Has Beans Creekside

1080 Humboldt Ave., 345-6379 Internet café and bakery. www.hasbeans.com $ CC ATM

Open Mon-Sat 11am-9pm • 18 Broadway • 899-9958

Only good up to $50. Not valid with other discounts or offers. Expires 2/28/13

FROM HEARTY TO HEART-HEALTHY!

Come try our expanded Summer menu of fresh fruit, salads & wraps.

Has Beans Internet Café & Galleria

501 Main St., 894-3033 Fresh-roasted coffees, teas, pastries, candy, wireless Internet café and gallery. www.hasbeans.com $ CC ATM

Mondo’s Café

951 Nord Ave., 895-0878 Gourmet espresso and coffee, fresh pastries and bagels. $$ CC ATM

342–9717 352 Vallombrosa Ave Mon–Fri 6:30am–2pm Sat–Sun 7am–2pm

Voted Best Of 15 Years

Naked Lounge Tea and Coffeehouse

118 W. Second St., 895-0676 Mouth-watering mochas and cappuccinos, and premium loose-leaf teas in downtown Chico. Featuring monthly local art shows. Now non-smoking.

Open daily. $ CC ATM

Peet’s Coffee & Tea

145 Main St., 894-6716 Coffee, tea, pastries and candy.

Open daily. $ CC ATM

Tin Roof Bakery & Café

627 Broadway, 345-1362 Long known for its hand-crafted breads, Tin Roof has expanded into a café serving upscale pastries, artisan sandwiches and fine coffees at its new south-downtown location. $$ CC ATM

FINE ITALIAN CUISINE Great for date night or the whole family Happy Hour Mon-Fri 4-6pm · 1/2 off wine by the glass · · meatball sliders · D e l i v e r y b y En t re e E x p re s s

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Upper Crust Bakery & Eatery

130 Main St., 895-3866 Fine pastries, cakes and pies from scratch; lunch entrees; homemade soups; espresso and teas. Vegetarian and vegan offerings. Urban patio seating. www.uppercrustchico.com $ CC ATM • VOTED BEST BAKERY 2011

falafel, shawarma and kebobs. Lunch and dinner served Monday through Saturday. $$ CC ATM

Pluto’s

201 Main St., 343-0165 Part of a small, San Francisco-based chain, this popular downtown dining spot features fresh, build-your-own salads and sandwiches, as well as yummy sides and desserts. $ CC ATM

The Pour House

Eclectic Eats Bacio Catering & Carry Out

265 Humboldt Ave 530.566.9476 www.CafeCoda.com

VOTED CHICO'S BEST LUNCH YEAR AFTER YEAR

1903 Park Ave., 345-7787 Places an emphasis on seasonal and local offerings in their delicious food fare. Take home or eat on the premises.

Open weekdays, from 11:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. www.baciocatering.com $ CC ATM • VOTED BEST TAKEOUT AND BEST CATERER 2011

2574 Esplanade, 899-1055 Specializing in northern and southern Indian cuisine, served in a comfortable setting. $$ CC ATM • VOTED BEST INTERNATIONAL CUISINE 2011

Broadway Heights California Cuisine

Sipho’s Restaurant & Café

300 Broadway, 899-8075 House-baked focaccia sandwiches, specialty salads, gourmet pizzas, California-style dinner entrées and fresh housemade desserts. www.broadway heightschico.com $$ CC ATM • VOTED BEST LUNCH 2011

Five and Eye

300 BROADWAY ST. [UPSTAIRS]

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530.899.8075 www.broadwayheightschico.com

50% OFF Entree

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648 W. Fifth St., 343-4555 Sandwiches, wraps, burgers, fish and chips, salads, teriyaki bowls and quesadillas. Beer and wine available at this island-themed eatery in the heart of the south-campus neighborhood. $$ CC ATM

Grilla Bites

196 Cohasset Road, 343-4876 Organic and natural ingredients used in their grilled sandwiches, soups and salad bar. $$ CC ATM • VOTED BEST PLACE FOR VEGETARIAN CUISINE 2011

Leonardo’s

973 East Ave., 342-8840 Specializing in Spanish tapas, salads and a variety of Paella, as well as delicacies from France, Italy and Greece.

Deli with specialty cheeses and meats.

Take out or eat on the premises. Smallgroup catering also available. $$ CC ATM

Pelican’s Roost Chowder House

Large banquet room available 2601 Esplanade•Chico 530.345.6053 Open Daily

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855 East Ave., 893-3000 Delicious New American cuisine in a tasteful yet casual atmosphere. $$ CC ATM • VOTED BEST NEW RESTAURANT 2011

1354 East Ave., 899-2762 Fresh clam chowder seven days a week.

Wide variety of seafood and seasonal specials at affordable prices. $$ CC ATM

Priya Indian Cuisine

1228 Dayton Road, 895-1866 Fresh, spicy, healthful Jamaican fare on the edge of town. www.siphos jamaica.com $$ CC ATM

Star of India

685 Manzanita Court, 345-2491 Continental breakfast, a buffet lunch of tasty Indian food, and a dinner menu with a mix of Indian and American cuisine. $ CC

Sultan’s Bistro

300 Broadway, 345-7455 Gyros/pita wraps, shish kebobs, falafel, hummus, baba ghanouj, Greek salads and appetizers, burgers and home fries. Large vegetarian selection.

Beer and wine. Open daily. $$ CC ATM

T Bar

250 Vallombrosa Ave., 895-8100 More than 40 teas from which to choose. Plus, fusion favorites including rice and salad bowls, wraps and sides. www.tbarchico.com $$ CC ATM

Fine Dining 5th Street Steakhouse

345 W. Fifth St., 891-6328 Full-service steakhouse featuring USDA prime beef, fresh seafood and house-made desserts. Extensive wine list. Reservations accepted SundayThursday. www.5thstreetsteak house.com $$$ CC ATM • VOTED BEST FINE DINING 2011

Basque Norte Petra Mediterranean Cuisine

138 Broadway, 899-9958 Mediterranean food fare, including

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TRES HOMBRES LONG BAR & GRILL

Mexican cuisine & fine tequila T

res Hombres Long Bar & Grill is a piece of history housed in one of Chico’s oldest buildings, constructed in the 1860s by Chico founder John Bidwell. In January 2013, the unique Mexican restaurant and Chico landmark celebrates its 25th anniversary at the corner of Broadway and First streets. The classy Chico favorite has a new look after a major fire forced a 10-month closure beginning in late 2009.

“At 3 a.m., I got the phone call from hell,” owner Michael Thomas recalled.

Through perseverance and tremendous community support, Tres re-opened stronger than ever with a new kitchen and popular 60-seat outdoor patio.

The new interior provides a sophisticated yet informal atmosphere accented by dark wood furniture, giving it the feel of a Mexican beach-resort restaurant. The food is well-received—Thomas regularly hears his paella and calamari dish is the best around and the fun, open-air taco bar serves

Michael Thomas

up tasty soft tacos and quesadillas. Their homemade chips and salsa are a local favorite, twice winning CN&R’s Best of Chico. And if you’re just looking to wet your whistle, their Long Bar (stocked more than over 120 premium tequilas) specializes in margaritas, which have won Best of Chico so many times Tres has been designated a “Living Legend” by the CN&R. 100 Broadway St., Chico 342-0425 Open Su-Wed 11:30am-10pm, Th 11:30am-11 pm, Fri-Sat 11:30am-midnight

THE END ZONE

Sports and good food =great teammates A

fter five years of managing The End Zone Sports Bar & Grill—just outside of the hustle and bustle of downtown Chico—Marsha Rolfe decided to team up with her son Wyatt Price and purchase the place.

“Being new owners has been a lot of work,” said Rolfe. “But we have had a great response from the public.”

The spacious bar and grill offers plenty of seating both in the main lounge and adjoining banquet hall and outdoor patio.

Whether you’re playing pool, enjoying a meal or relaxMarsha Rolfe and Wyatt Price ing at the bar, you’ll PA I D

have a good look at multiple flatscreen TVs continuously broadcasting NFL, MLB and NBA games as well as UFC fights.

On weekends you can catch live rock and blues bands from the local scene, and the End Zone hosts charity fundraising events for Wings of Eagles and St. Jude intermittently throughout the year. But the real draw is the menu, which includes appetizers, burgers, sandwiches, wraps, salads, soups, prime rib, fish and chips and fish taco house specials. Brunch is served on Saturdays and Sundays from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

For someone looking to catch the game over drinks and quality food, the End Zone is a safe bet.

250 Cohasset Rd., Chico 899-7070 Open weekdays 9am-11pm, Sa 9am-11pm, Su 9am-9pm

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BLUE FLAME STEAKHOUSE & SEAFOOD GRILL

Longtime fine dining destination gets a new,stylish makeover

cued ribs and seafood served familystyle in a rustic Basque atmosphere.

Full bar and tapas as well. Familyowned since 1975. www.basquenorte.com $$$ CC ATM

Blueflame Steakhouse & Seafood Grill

fed beef and wild-caught fish. Other menu highlights include Maine lobster tail on wild rice topped with champagne dill butter sauce and the massive, 36-ounce porterhouse steak topped with cabernet butter. The porterhouse is a portion “so tender, you can cut it with a fork,” Jones says.

Delicious desserts include dark chocolate mousse and tiramisu, an Italian coffee cake surrounded by ladyfingers.

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t only 28 years old, Chico native Gary Jones is an accomplished, third-generation chef who’s been perfecting his art since age six. After a stint as Sous-chef with the prestigious Las Vegas Delmonico Steakhouse and overseeing food and beverage services at Heavenly Ski Resort in Lake Tahoe, Jones took the reigns of Chico’s Gooney Bird Bar and Grill in June 2012.

“I wanted to run my own restaurant in Chico and I had fond memories of it from my high school prom,” Jones said.

Under Jones’ direction, the longtime fine dining destination is getting a major facelift with menu improvements and a new name—Blue Flame Steakhouse and Seafood Grill.

But regulars need not worry; the Blue Flame still offers Gooney favorites like prime rib, crab cakes and chicken Marsala and Jones emphasizes that all menu items are prepared with fresh (never frozen) ingredients like organic, locally-grown produce, grassNoelle Miller

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Warm, inviting ambience The restaurant features stylish décor throughout two large dining rooms, a glass-enclosed garden room, a bar with expanded seating and a myriad of beers, wines and martini options and a spacious outdoor patio with seating enough for large parties and wedding receptions.

However, the real gem will be the chef’s private table room, which Jones says will be perfect for marriage proposals or other intimate celebrations. Jones will personally serve guests at the chef’s table, incorporating their favorite ingredients into a custom four-course meal with paired wine.

As for the service, the staff has a distinctly familial quality—Jones’ father, Gary Jones, Sr., adds an experienced touch in the kitchen and his energetic sister Noelle Miller wears multiple hats as floor manager and server. Together, they take the greatest care to prepare and serve Chico the highestquality meals.

Jones recommends making reservations as the restaurant is often filled to capacity, but notes the new waiting room for overflow will allow patrons to wait for a table in comfort.

3312 Esplanade, Chico 892-9534 Open Tu-Sa at 4:30pm, closed Su-Mo

3312 Esplanade, 892-9534 Serving steaks, seafood, prime rib, pasta and chicken, along with gourmet burgers and sandwiches. Eat inside or dine on the shady outdoor patio. Full bar, too. $$$ CC ATM

Christian Michaels Ristorante

192 E. Third St., 894-4005 Featuring a California-style, Mediterranean and Italian menu, with a full bar and extensive wine list. Happy hour 4-6 p.m. daily. Reservations recommended. $$$ CC ATM

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Johnnie’s Restaurant

220 W. Fourth St., 895-1515 Located inside the historic Hotel Diamond, Johnnie’s offers seafood, steaks and tapas, and is known for its handmade cocktails and unique innovation cuisine. The restaurant offers social dining with elegance. Lunch and dinner daily, Sunday brunch. www.johnnies restaurant.com $$$ ATM

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Leon Bistro

817 Main St., 899-1105 Freshly prepared California bistro cuisine, made from locally sourced and organic ingredients. Menu items include steaks, fish, poultry and vegetarian options. Weekend champagne brunch.

Open Wednesday through Sunday. www.leonbistro.com $$$ CC ATM • OWNER ANN LEON VOTED BEST CHEF 2011

Monks Wine Lounge & Bistro

128 W. Second St., 343-3408 Long known for its excellent, extensive wine list, Monks has become a destination for scrumptious fine dining. A seasonal menu features locally sourced, organic ingredients as well as a delicious array of appetizers and tapas.

Check out Mafioso Mondays (all-youcan-eat spaghettini and house-made meatballs) and Tapas Tuesdays. $$ CC ATM • VOTED BEST SMALL BITES (APPS/TAPAS) AND BEST PLACE FOR A GLASS OF WINE 2011

Nash’s Restaurant

1717 Esplanade, 896-1147 Fresh, creative, California cuisine with casual and fine-dining options, all beautifully presented by our chefs.

Breakfast weekdays, brunch weekends.

Lunch weekdays, dinner nightly (except Sunday). www.nashsrestaurantchico.com $$ CC ATM DINING LIST continued on page 15

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BLUE FLAME STEAKHOUSE & SEAFOOD GRILL

Longtime fine dining destination gets a new,stylish makeover

cued ribs and seafood served familystyle in a rustic Basque atmosphere.

Full bar and tapas as well. Familyowned since 1975. www.basquenorte.com $$$ CC ATM

Blueflame Steakhouse & Seafood Grill

fed beef and wild-caught fish. Other menu highlights include Maine lobster tail on wild rice topped with champagne dill butter sauce and the massive, 36-ounce porterhouse steak topped with cabernet butter. The porterhouse is a portion “so tender, you can cut it with a fork,” Jones says.

Delicious desserts include dark chocolate mousse and tiramisu, an Italian coffee cake surrounded by ladyfingers.

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t only 28 years old, Chico native Gary Jones is an accomplished, third-generation chef who’s been perfecting his art since age six. After a stint as Sous-chef with the prestigious Las Vegas Delmonico Steakhouse and overseeing food and beverage services at Heavenly Ski Resort in Lake Tahoe, Jones took the reigns of Chico’s Gooney Bird Bar and Grill in June 2012.

“I wanted to run my own restaurant in Chico and I had fond memories of it from my high school prom,” Jones said.

Under Jones’ direction, the longtime fine dining destination is getting a major facelift with menu improvements and a new name—Blue Flame Steakhouse and Seafood Grill.

But regulars need not worry; the Blue Flame still offers Gooney favorites like prime rib, crab cakes and chicken Marsala and Jones emphasizes that all menu items are prepared with fresh (never frozen) ingredients like organic, locally-grown produce, grassNoelle Miller

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Warm, inviting ambience The restaurant features stylish décor throughout two large dining rooms, a glass-enclosed garden room, a bar with expanded seating and a myriad of beers, wines and martini options and a spacious outdoor patio with seating enough for large parties and wedding receptions.

However, the real gem will be the chef’s private table room, which Jones says will be perfect for marriage proposals or other intimate celebrations. Jones will personally serve guests at the chef’s table, incorporating their favorite ingredients into a custom four-course meal with paired wine.

As for the service, the staff has a distinctly familial quality—Jones’ father, Gary Jones, Sr., adds an experienced touch in the kitchen and his energetic sister Noelle Miller wears multiple hats as floor manager and server. Together, they take the greatest care to prepare and serve Chico the highestquality meals.

Jones recommends making reservations as the restaurant is often filled to capacity, but notes the new waiting room for overflow will allow patrons to wait for a table in comfort.

3312 Esplanade, Chico 892-9534 Open Tu-Sa at 4:30pm, closed Su-Mo

3312 Esplanade, 892-9534 Serving steaks, seafood, prime rib, pasta and chicken, along with gourmet burgers and sandwiches. Eat inside or dine on the shady outdoor patio. Full bar, too. $$$ CC ATM

Christian Michaels Ristorante

192 E. Third St., 894-4005 Featuring a California-style, Mediterranean and Italian menu, with a full bar and extensive wine list. Happy hour 4-6 p.m. daily. Reservations recommended. $$$ CC ATM

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Johnnie’s Restaurant

220 W. Fourth St., 895-1515 Located inside the historic Hotel Diamond, Johnnie’s offers seafood, steaks and tapas, and is known for its handmade cocktails and unique innovation cuisine. The restaurant offers social dining with elegance. Lunch and dinner daily, Sunday brunch. www.johnnies restaurant.com $$$ ATM

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Leon Bistro

817 Main St., 899-1105 Freshly prepared California bistro cuisine, made from locally sourced and organic ingredients. Menu items include steaks, fish, poultry and vegetarian options. Weekend champagne brunch.

Open Wednesday through Sunday. www.leonbistro.com $$$ CC ATM • OWNER ANN LEON VOTED BEST CHEF 2011

Monks Wine Lounge & Bistro

128 W. Second St., 343-3408 Long known for its excellent, extensive wine list, Monks has become a destination for scrumptious fine dining. A seasonal menu features locally sourced, organic ingredients as well as a delicious array of appetizers and tapas.

Check out Mafioso Mondays (all-youcan-eat spaghettini and house-made meatballs) and Tapas Tuesdays. $$ CC ATM • VOTED BEST SMALL BITES (APPS/TAPAS) AND BEST PLACE FOR A GLASS OF WINE 2011

Nash’s Restaurant

1717 Esplanade, 896-1147 Fresh, creative, California cuisine with casual and fine-dining options, all beautifully presented by our chefs.

Breakfast weekdays, brunch weekends.

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C A F É C O DA

Great food,great music

Eric Danielli with wife Alyssa and son Owen

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hen seeking inspiration for menu items, Cafe Coda owner Eric Danielli is grateful to call California his home.

“Culinarily speaking, I feel like we can get away with just about anything,” Danielli said.

“California’s unique cultural and geographical diversity gives us access to so many quality ingredients and our customers are always willing to try something new.”

Coda’s menu offers an eclectic blend of both traditional and unique recipes with influences ranging from Mexican to Mediterranean food. Many customers regard the Coda Benedict—two poached eggs on toasted parmesan foccacia bread with baby spinach and smoked ham smothered in Bearnaise sauce—as the best Eggs Benedict in town.

“We strive to provide excellent, unpretentious food in a casual, comfortable environment,” Danielli said. “If dining at Cafe Coda feels more like dining at home with friends and family than dining in a

typical restaurant, then I believe we’ve done just that. This is a special place to me and my staff. I’m so happy that so many loyal customers agree.”

Coda also enjoys a reputation as one of the best local music venues in town, with an everchanging lineup of talented local and touring musicians performing two or three nights a week.

Go online for a regularly updated show schedule.

265 Humboldt Ave., Chico 566-9476, www.cafecoda.com Breakfast 7am-2pm daily, lunch 11am-2pm

B ROA DWAY H E I G H T S

A step above in California cuisine and service W

ith dozens of delicious meals made fresh and artichoke rosemary salmon, chicken cordon blue served in a casual to fine-dining setting, it’s and pork ribs, to name a few. clear why locals and visitors alike consider down“We wanted to join the traditional black-and-white town Chico’s Broadway Heights a step above in vision of the old-world style to modern, energetic California cuisine. and colorful foods of the California cuisine,” Paul said.

Owned by third-generation Chicoan Shannon To compliment the food, Shannon has added her Lavery and her husband of 17 flair for design in the large dining years, Paul, Broadway Heights is room, but she credits their customers currently celebrating its 10-year and employees as the key ingredianniversary. ents in the restaurant’s success.

Chef Paul, who has an exten“It’s the locals, the college stusive background in the gastrodents, those little old ladies who nomic arts (including serving a like their corner table, and our prime minister and a president), employees, who are all like family to took the restaurant to new us, that make this a pleasant place,” heights by developing a menu she said. featuring 15 fabulous Focaccia sandwiches, a dozen brick-oven 300 Broadway, upstairs pizzas, a host of soups and sal899-8075 ads and an evening menu comOpen Mon-Th, 11 am-8:30pm, prised of popular entrees like Fri-Sat 11 am-9 pm, Sun 11 am-5 pm Paul and Shannon Lavery 14 DINING GUIDE

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506 Ivy St., 898-9947 Locally owned for 19 years. Delivery through Entree Express. Happy hour 4-6 p.m. Monday-Friday. www.frankyschico.com $$$ CC ATM

Red Tavern

1250 Esplanade, 894-3463 A seasonal menu specializing in locally grown produce and artisan ingredients. Full bar, eclectic wine list and bocce ball. www.redtavern.com $$$ CC ATM

Italian Cottage Restaurant

Ricardo’s Mexican Restaurant

Sicilian Café

1020 Main St., 345-2233 A Chico favorite since 1983, featuring the freshest local ingredients. Our menu includes a variety of antipasti, seafood, pastas, chicken, veal and beef, decadent desserts and an extensive wine list. www.siciliancafe.com $$$ CC ATM

Sierra Nevada Taproom & Restaurant

1075 E. 20th St., 345-2739 Bistro fare, award-winning ales and an excellent wine list. www.sierra nevadabrew.com $$$ CC ATM • VOTED BEST LOCAL RESTAURANT 2011

Spice Creek Café

230 W. Third St., 891-9951 An exotic food mecca featuring seasonal, local ingredients and spicy, powerful flavors from around the world. The menu includes fresh seafood, steak, breads, fresh desserts and an exciting wine list. www.spicecreekcafe.com $$$ CC

Wine Time

26 Lost Dutchman Dr., 899-9250 A renovated early 1900’s pig barn is home to Chico’s newest wine bar serving small, farm-fresh Northern California plates.

Reservations recommended. Closed Mon-Su. www.winetimechico.com $$ CC ATM

Homestyle

Free wi-fi. www.cozydinerchico.com $ CC ATM

Jack’s Family Restaurant

540 Main St., 343-8383 Home-style food at reasonable prices in a family atmosphere. $ CC ATM • VOTED BEST GREASY SPOON 2011

Kalico Kitchen

2396 Esplanade, 343-3968 Enjoy Kalico’s breakfast skillets and breakfast burritos in the morning, club sandwiches and crispy chicken salad for lunch, and chicken-fried steak and homemade meatloaf for dinner. Homemade pies and soups. Free wi-fi. www.kalicokitchenchico.com $$ CC ATM

Russell’s Family Restaurant

185 Cohasset Road, 343-5543 Featuring breakfast, lunch and dinner specials, beer and wine. $$ CC ATM

Italian Angelo’s Cucina Trinacria

407 Walnut St., 899-9996 Serving delicious signature Italian dishes, such as veal scallopini marsala, chicken piccata, fettuccine alfredo and calamari. $$$ CC ATM

Caffe Malvina

4365 Ocean Drive, 343-1901 Order a gourmet burger, the barrelsmoked tri-tip sandwich or the hot-pastrami. Open Monday-Saturday for breakfast, lunch and dinner. $$ CC ATM

234 W. Third St., 895-1614 Top-notch Italian cuisine, featuring delicious homemade minestrone soup, house cannelloni, fresh seafood and veal, yummy desserts and an excellent list of wines. Closed Sunday and Monday. $$$ CC ATM

Country Morning Bakery & Café

California Pasta Productions

CJ’s Last Chance Diner

2625 Aztec Drive Cozy breakfast and lunch restaurant featuring delicious home-baked breads, pies, muffins and cinnamon rolls.

Hearty, frozen takeaway items include pizzas and casserole dishes. Open Tuesday through Saturday for breakfast and lunch. $ CC ATM

Cozy Diner

1695 Mangrove Ave., 895-1195 Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner every day. Cozy favorites: crepes, Cobb salad, prime rib burger, broasted chicken, steak, espresso, bear and wine. Outside patio and meeting room available.

118 W. East Ave., 343-6999 Serving Italian lunches and dinners, such as pasta, seafood, chicken, soups and salads. $$ CC ATM

Crush Italian Cuisine & Lounge

201 Broadway, 342-7000 Crush Italian Cuisine & Lounge is a restaurant beyond any local experience, specializing in a combination of traditional and contemporary flavors mixed with fresh, local and seasonal ingredients. chicocrush.com $$$ CC ATM • VOTED BEST DATE-NIGHT DINING 2011

2234 Esplanade, 343-7000; 2525 Dominic Drive, 342-7771 Family-owned and -operated since 1965, serving local favorites: sandwiches, pizza, pasta, salads and breakfast. www.TheItalianCottage.com $$ CC ATM • VOTED BEST ITALIAN CUISINE 2011

Panighetti’s Eatery

2760 Esplanade, 809-1640 Big portions of Italian food, moderately priced. www.panighettis.com $$ CC ATM

Pete’s Restaurant and Brewhouse

2495 Carmichael Drive, 891-0611 Serving the same gourmet pizza, pastas and salads made popular by Original Pete’s in Sacramento. www.originalpetes.net $$ CC ATM

Mexican Aca Taco

133 Broadway, 894-0191 Authentic Acapulco-style food, including tacos, burritos and housemade enchiladas. $ ATM • VOTED BEST BURRITO 2011

Amigos De Acapulco

820 Oroville Ave., 898-8488 Mexican favorites include the special enchiladas and chile rellenos. $ CC ATM

Arsenio’s

969 East Ave., 893-2767 Serving up carnitas, burritos and other traditional Mexican cuisine. arseniosmexicanfood.com $$ CC ATM

Burrito Bandito

2485 Notre Dame Blvd., 342-2584 Chico’s newest Mexican joint. www.juanmeanburrito.com $ CC

Casa Ramos

216 W. East Ave., 894-0119; 2490 Fair St., 893-5050 Specializing in borrego (lamb shank) and fresh fajitas: steak, chicken and shrimp. www.casaramos.net $$ CC ATM • VOTED BEST MEXICAN CUISINE 2011

Chronic Tacos

119 W. Second St., 895-8226 Authentic third-generation Mexican recipes served in a casual atmosphere in the heart of downtown. Burritos, tacos, tostada bowls, enchiladas and nachos.

Fresh chips and salsa, too. Open daily. www.chronictacos.net $ CC ATM DINING LIST continued on page 17 Fall 2012/Winter 2013 DINING GUIDE

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R E D TAV E R N

New owners strive to preserve special touch Kelly Vadney

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n order to ensure the continued success of Red Tavern, a Chico institution for 15 years, new owners Kelly and Michael Vadney committed to keeping things largely as they are when they assumed ownership in mid-August.

“We kept all of the staff, they’re pretty much what makes the restaurant run,” Kelly said. “We still communicate with the old owners [Craig Thomas and Maria Venturino, who also own Farm Star Pizza] almost daily, and they’ve been a great help during the transition.”

“It’s been relatively easy for us to take over

because everything was in place,” Michael said.

“We will continue Red Tavern’s tradition of buying local, high-quality seasonal ingredients and having our excellent, creative kitchen staff transform them into delicious dishes.”

The newlywed couple recently relocated to Chico from Huntington Beach. Mike grew up in the Vina area and wanted to get back to his roots and Kelly has 13 years experience in the restaurant business.

The Red Tavern is known for its ever-evolving menu focused on fresh, local ingredients and highend American and Mediterranean cuisine. One of the few changes the Vadney’s have instituted is the addition of several small, $8 to $10 dishes; Kelly said she hopes this will make the Red Tavern more than a special occasion destination, but also a place to grab a glass of wine and a bite on any day.

These new additions include bacon-wrapped prawns, baked brie and a tomato tart creation from Thomas’ original Red Tavern menu.

1250 Esplanade, Chico 894-3463 Open Mon-Sa at 5pm

B E L L A’ S S P O RT S P U B

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hen Josh Snider attended Chico State several years ago, he felt downtown Chico’s bar scene left plenty to be desired in the realm of customer service.

“You were always treated like you owe them when you walk in, they’re bending your ID, they’re questioning you, they’re treating you like part of the masses,” he said.

So when Snider and fellow bartender Josh Marks purchased Bella’s Sports Pub a little over three years ago, they committed to creating a welcoming atmosphere.

“We try to be the friendliest bar in Chico,” Marks said.

The pair tended the bar at Bella’s through their college careers and shared managerial duties shortly before becoming owners. Since the purchase, Snider and Marks have made some notable design changes—namely, replacing the carpet with hardwood floors—and overhauled the menu.

“I worked with S&S Produce to help build our menu with local products and our own touch,” Snider said.

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Their efforts have resulted in arguably the best chicken wings in Chico and also a fantastic array of gourmet burgers. For Snider, the food is what sets Bella’s apart in the downtown bar scene, which often settles with “throwing some frozen stuff in the deep fryer.”

Bella’s attracts a mix of college students and local sports fans typically between 21 and 35 years old, but the crowds never reach a fever pitch. The bar offers 10 beers on draft and a full selection of liquor.

134 Broadway St. 893-5253 Open 11am-2am Tu-Sa, 11am-midnight Su-Mon

Josh Snyder and Josh Marks

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El Patron Taqueria

1354 East Ave., 343-9779; 2454 Notre Dame Blvd., 891-8888 (El Patron II) Authentic Mexican food in a casual atmosphere. $

El Rey Mexican Grill

465 E. 20th St., 342-4121 Affordable and delicious Mexican food fare, serving breakfast, lunch and dinner. $ CC ATM

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Gordo Burrito

1295 E. Eighth St., 809-1211 Giant tacos, burritos and other authentic Mexican food fare served up quickly. Open daily. $ CC ATM

La Cocina Economica

905 Wall St., 809-0370 Affordable and authentic Mexican breakfast, lunch and dinner, conveniently located in downtown Chico.

Locals eat here and widely recommend the establishment. www.lacocinachico.com $ CC

La Comida

954 Mangrove Ave., 345-2254 Mexican-style food served up fast in a friendly atmosphere. $ ATM • VOTED BEST CHEAP EATS 2011

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La Familia Restaurant

1008 W. Sacramento Ave., 898-9029 Serving a variety of Mexican food, such as fajitas, carnitas and burritos. $ CC ATM

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2635 Esplanade, 893-8270 Traditional and contemporary Mexican cuisine. $$ CC ATM 2365 Esplanade, 895-9607 Specializing in fresh, delicious Mexican food, prepared from scratch and served in a cozy atmosphere. $$ CC ATM

Serrano’s Mexican Grill

645 W. Fifth St., 343-2828 Customize-’em-yourself, authenticstyle burritos made with fresh ingredients. Conveniently located near the university. $

Sol Mexican Grill

3269 Esplanade, 342-4616 Tacos, burritos, tostada salads, chili rellenos, tortas, enchiladas, chimichangas and churros. New expanded seating area. Beer, wine and margaritas.

Free wi-fi. Call ahead for to-go orders. www.solmexicangrill.com $ CC ATM

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Speedy Burrito Mexican Grill

1031 Nord Ave., 896-0141 Great-tasting, healthfully prepared Mexican cooking. Delivery available. www.chicospeedyburrito.com $ CC ATM

Tacos Cortés

1530 Park Ave., 342-3797 Inexpensive, authentic and generous amounts of Mexican food. $ CC ATM

Tacos Mary

429 Ivy St., 892-8176; 1141 Forest Ave., 343-2935 Home of the biggest burrito in Chico. $ CC ATM

Tacos Tijuana

Baskin-Robbins

241 W. East Ave., 891-1131; 668 Mangrove Ave., 895-0731; 2009 Forest Ave., 345-7331 Ice cream, smoothies, shakes and cakes. www.baskinrobbins.com $ CC

Chili’s

1908 E. 20th St., 345-1687 Everything from steaks and margaritas to its famous baby-back ribs. $$ CC ATM

Chipotle Mexican Grill

620 Mangrove Ave., 343-8707 Fast, made-to-order gourmet burritos and tacos with “endless” combinations of fillings. www.chipotle.com $ CC ATM

Cold Stone Creamery

1441 Park Ave., 343-6762 Tacos, combination plates and breakfast burritos. Birria, posole and menudo on weekends. Exquisite homemade flan for dessert. Open daily for lunch and dinner. $ CC

146 Broadway, 891-3331 Premium ice cream, sorbet and cakes made fresh daily with your choice of fruit, candy, nuts or syrup “mix-ins.” Shakes, smoothies and banana splits, too. www.coldstonecreamery.com $ CC ATM

Tacos Tonaya

Denny’s

244 Walnut St., 893-8972 Tacos, burritos, nachos, enchiladas, sopes and more. $ CC ATM

Tacos Villa Acapulco

1141 Forest Ave., 892-2858 An authentic taste of Mexico, serving traditional tacos, burritos and special combos. $ CC ATM

Taqueria Los Amigos

3524 Highway 32, 342-9113 Delicious family-style Mexican food on the way to Hamilton City. Closed Sundays. $ CC ATM

Teddy Malibu’s

1002 W. Fifth St., 894-8226 Famous for their fresh grilled fish, chicken and steak tacos, burritos and salads. Also featuring chicken fajitas, carnitas, full salsa bar and $1 Coronitas. $ CC

Tortilla Flats

2601 Esplanade, 345-6053 Patio, full bar and banquet room. $ CC

Tres Hombres Long Bar & Grill

100 Broadway, 342-0425 Fajitas, seafood tacos, pasta, grilled fresh fish, steaks and more than 100 premium tequilas. Lunch and dinner daily. Full bar. $$ CC • VOTED BEST OUTDOOR PATIO AND BEST MARGARITA 2011

Names you know Applebee’s Grill and Bar

2030 Business Lane, 343-6888 Famous for barbecue riblets, grilled steaks and Oriental chicken salad. Open daily. www.jafoods.com $$ CC ATM

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675 Manzanita Court, 345-1146 Favorite meals served in a retro diner, family atmosphere. Always open. $ CC ATM

Domino’s Pizza

324 Walnut St., 891-5888 Hot, fresh, made-to-order pizzas, salads, breadsticks and Buffalo wings.

Delivery and takeout available. www.dominos.com $$ CC ATM

Dutch Bros. Coffee

480 E Park Ave., 893-0634; 2393 Cohasset Road; 1733 Esplanade Convenient drive-through featuring mochas, lattes, smoothies, the “Dutch Freeze” and various baked treats. $ CC ATM

Great Harvest Bread Co.

237 W. East Ave., 566-9605; 1141 Forest Ave., 345-7155; 1223 Mangrove Ave., 899-7273 Several fresh-baked breads and pastries served daily. Serving sandwiches, panini, salads and soup. Peet’s Coffee with full espresso bar. Closed Sunday. $$ CC ATM

Hometown Buffet

2021 Drive Martin Luther King Jr. Parkway, 899-1507 All-you-can-eat buffet serving an array of food fare, such as steak and seafood. Drink and dessert included. www.hometownbuffet.com $$ CC ATM

International House of Pancakes

2040 Business Lane., 893-4988 Breakfast served all day, plus lunch and dinner featuring sandwiches and burgers. www.ihop.com $$ CC ATM

Jamba Juice

201 Broadway, 345-5355; 2027 Forest Ave., 891-5901; 855 East Ave., 891-9340 Fresh juices and smoothies with vitamin enhancers, plus nutritious breads and wheat grass. www.jambajuice.com $ CC ATM

Java Detour

1055 Mangrove Ave., 893-2828; 2519 Esplanade, 566-9556 Drive-through espresso and coffee drinks, smoothies and Italian sodas. $ CC ATM

Little Caesar’s Pizza

118 W. East Ave., 894-570; 598 E. Eighth St., Chico, 894-8300 “Pizza! Pizza!” specials, great lunch specials. www.littlecaesars.com $$ CC ATM

Logan’s Roadhouse

1900 E. 20th St., 891-1098 Throw peanut shells on the floor as you wait for your steak, sandwich, burger, salad or a variety of other food fare. Open daily. www.jafoods.com $$$ CC ATM

Marie Callender’s

1910 E. 20th St., 345-8800 Breakfast specials Monday-Friday.

Sunday brunch, cocktails and fresh pies served in a casual atmosphere. www.jafoods.com $$ CC ATM

Olive Garden

2020 Business Lane., 898-8075 Serving pasta and other Italian specialties, including drinks. www.olive garden.com $$ CC ATM

Outback Steakhouse

1990 E. 20th St., 899-8112 Fresh steaks, seafood and chicken. www.outback.com $$ CC ATM

Panda Express

2443 Cohasset Road, 345-7389 Traditional Chinese favorites and other creations served up fast. Drivethrough available. Open daily. $ CC ATM

Papa Murphy’s Take ‘n’ Bake Pizza

1305 Mangrove Ave., 345-6403; 2485 Notre Dame Blvd., 898-1560; 14 W. Eaton Road, 343-3993 Gotta love that take-and-bake! www.papamurphys.com $$ CC ATM

The Pita Pit

240 Broadway, 899-2847 From falafel to Philly cheesesteak, they roll pitas with your choice of meats, fresh veggies, cheeses and sauces. $ CC ATM

Pizza Guys

2471 Cohasset Road, 894-8888 Take-out or delivery. $$$ CC ATM

Quiznos Sub Shop

2471 Cohasset Road, 891-9500 Oven-toasted sandwiches made with quality meats, cheese and fresh produce. Open daily. www.quiznos.com $ CC ATM

Red Lobster

2010 Business Lane, 893-5595 Fresh fish, steak, pasta and seafood in a fun, family environment. www.red lobster.com $$$ CC ATM

Round Table Pizza

964 Mangrove Ave., 343-4254; 2201 Pillsbury Road, 891-1200; 2027 Forest Ave., 342-7265 Famous pizza and salad bar served in a cozy atmosphere, or have it delivered (where available). www.roundtable pizza.com $$$ CC ATM

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Sbarro

1950 E. 20th St. (inside Chico Mall), 345-7266 Serving pizza, calzones, rolls and pasta salad. www.sbarro.com $ CC ATM

Starbucks

246 Broadway, 343-8182; 1910 Esplanade, 892-8569; 2009 Forest Ave., 894-7533; 2471 Cohasset Road, 894-1323; 995 Nord Ave., 343-8586; 146 W East Ave., 343-3434 Wireless Internet at some locations. www.starbucks.com $ CC ATM • VOTED BEST CHAIN COFFEE HOUSE 2011

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1000 W. Sacramento Ave., 342-9777; 2485 Notre Dame Blvd., 893-4782; 1947 E. 20th St., 343-5803; 1398 East Ave., 894-8757; 240 W. East Ave., 8946779; 722 Mangrove Ave., Chico Eat fresh! www.subway.com $ CC ATM

Togo’s

241 W. East Ave., 891-1131; 2009 Forest Ave., 345-7331 Sandwiches, soups and salads. Catering, too. $ CC ATM

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Celestino’s New York Pizza

101 Salem St., 896-1234; 1354 East Ave., 345-7700 (Celestino’s Pasta & Pizza) Award-winning New York-style pizza.

Whole pizza and by-the-slice available.

Fresh salads, hot sandwiches, lasagna, calzones and more! www.celestinospizzachico.com $$ CC ATM •VOTED BEST PIZZA 2011

Domino’s Pizza

324 Walnut St., 891-5888 Hot, fresh, made-to-order pizzas, sal-

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Delivery and takeout available. www.dominos.com $$ CC ATM

Farm Star Pizza

2359 Esplanade, 343-2056 Delicious handmade craft pizzas. www.farmstarpizza.com $$ CC ATM

Fatte’s Pizza

1380 East Ave., 892-1122 Preparing pizza, subs, family and party deals. Pick-up and delivery daily ’til 11 p.m. www.fattespizzaofchico.com $$ CC ATM

Woodstock’s Pizza

702 W. Fifth St., 343-7459 Happy hour, $1 sliders, daily thigh Thursdays, all-you-can-eat two-for-one burgers on Mondays. Locally owned for 25 years. $ CC ATM

Pub Grub

Tackle Box Bar & Grill

The Banshee

132 W. Second St., 895-9670 Serves up burgers and a variety of other pub eats. $$ CC • VOTED BEST DRUNK MUNCHIES 2011

Bella’s Sports Pub

Grana

198 E. Second St., 809-2304 Artisan pizzas downtown. $$$ CC

Left Coast Pizza Co.

800 Bruce Road, 892-9000 Hand-rolled gourmet pizza (including gluten-free), chicken wings, salad bar, beer and wine. Live music on Thursday nights. $$ CC

Mad Dash Pizza

2391 Cohasset Road, 899-1010 Drive-through eats. Features personal pizzas, wings with specialty sauces and fresh-squeezed orange juice. $ CC ATM

Main Street Pizza

331 Main St., 345-6246 Late-night pizza. $

Mama Celeste’s Stone Baked Pizzeria

1008 W. Sacramento Ave., 345-1510 Serving signature Italian sandwiches, “Cracker Crust” Pizza, and build-yourown calzones. To go, take-out, dine-in. $ CC

Monstros Pizza & Subs

628 W. Sacramento Ave., 345-7672 Pizza and subs. $

Mountain Mike’s Pizza

1722 Mangrove Ave., 893-1923; 1105 W. Fifth St., 899-9115 Salad bar and sandwiches, plus pizza. $$$ CC ATM

Riley’s

166 E. Second St., 893-1500 Award-winning pizza, cold beer on tap, fresh salads, appetizers, desserts and new sandwiches. Dine-in, take-out and delivery. Free WiFi. $$ CC ATM

134 Broadway, 893-5253 Great pub food, huge beer selection and sports on big-screen, high-definition TVs. $ CC ATM

The Down Lo

319 Main St., 892-2445 Enjoy traditional pub grub and occasional live music at this downtown basement hangout. $ CC ATM

The End Zone

250 Cohasset Road, 345-7330 A sports bar serving up more than a dozen appetizers, along with burgers, sandwiches, salads and weekend brunch. Open daily with late hours. $$ CC ATM

Oasis Bar & Grill

1007 W. First St. 343-4305 Great burgers, dogs and sandwiches.

Pool, ping-pong, shuffleboard and 15 flatscreen TVs. Daily drink specials. $ ATM

Panama Bar & café

177 E. Second St., 895-8817 Appetizers and American pub food, including 31 burgers. Full bar. $ CC

Park Avenue Bar & Grill

2010 Park Ave., 893-3500 Features half-pound, ground-prime burgers and fresh-cut French fries. Full bar. Catering available. $ CC ATM

375 East Park Ave., 345-7499 South Chico hot-spot featuring alligator, frog legs and burgers. Breakfast, lunch and dinner. Daily specials. Full bar, live music. Happy Hour 1-7:30 p.m. $$ CC ATM

Specialty Drinks & Desserts Brain Freeze Yogurt

2760 Esplanade, 636-4525 Frozen yogurt. $ CC ATM

The Cookie Shoppe

1600 Mangrove Ave., 899-3385 Featuring gourmet cookies and gift items. Open weekdays. $

Cupcake Crusader

752 East Ave., 899-1100 Delicious cupcakes—in unique flavors as well as childhood favorites— made fresh daily and to order. Also serving coffee and tea. $ CC ATM

Donut Nook

958 East Ave., 342-2118 Donuts, muffins, Danish, scones, cookies and espresso. Closed from 18:30 p.m. Sunday, Monday and Tuesdays. $ CC

Donut Rising

1008 Sacramento Ave., Ste. A1, 894-7847 Family-operated Donut Rising brings the local donut scene to a whole new level.

This artisan shop features handcrafted specialty donuts, such as the gummy-beartopped Terr Bear and the bacon-topped O’Canada Bar. www.donutrising.com $

Donut Wheel

2404 Esplanade, 345-4528 Delicious donuts. $

Gelayo Frozen Yogurt & Gelato

1380 East Ave., 345-7626 Frozen yogurt and gelato. $

Helen’s Donut Nook

807 Main St., 343-4031 Fresh donuts and coffee. Daily ’til 2 p.m. $

Jon & Bon’s Yogurt Shoppe

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300 Broadway, 899-9580; 1722 Mangrove Ave., 899-0484 Delicious frozen yogurt, smoothies, ice cream, frozen coffee drinks and Hawaiian snow. $ ATM

Kiwi Blast Frozen Yogurt

645 W 5th St., 343-2828 A frozen yogurt shop in the heart of college land. $ CC ATM

La Flor de Michoacán Palatería y Nevería

1080 W. Sacramento Ave., 893-9999 A Mexican ice cream shop of colorful abundance, with so many flavors and toppings decisions are most difficult. Open daily. $ CC ATM

Orange Julius

1950 E. 20th St., 894-8304 Julius drinks, fruits, smoothies, pita sandwiches, hot dogs and nachos. www.orangejulius.com $

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Powell’s Sweet Shoppe

121 W. Third St., 332-9866 An old-fashioned candy store with more than 5,000 treats, including gelatos and sorbettos. $ CC ATM

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178 E. Seventh St., 342-7163 This local favorite has produced ice cream and confections for more than 70 years. Enjoy banana splits or root beer floats on the benches and tables out front! Open daily. www.shuberts.com $ CC • VOTED BEST ICE CREAM AND BEST PLACE TO SATISFY YOUR SWEET TOOTH 2011

Spoons

Thursday Night Market, 513-1599 Gourmet ice creams and treats. Vegan and lactose-free options available and pints are for sale online. www.spoons chico.com $

Synergy Health & Wellness

225 Main Street, inside Garden Walk Mall, 570-1707 A nutritional club serving healthful three-part meals—aloe, teas and smoothies. $ CC ATM

Top Spot Yogurt and Crepes

1947 E. 20th St., 894-2400 Frozen yogurt and crepes. $

Top This Frozen Yogurt

201 Broadway, 879-9100 Organic self-serve yogurt. 100 toppings to choose from. $

Wine Creekside Cellars

250 Vallombrosa, 894-7696 Wine and cheese shop offering wine tasting with complimentary hors d’oeuvres and outdoor seating. Store open Tuesday-Saturday, 11 a.m.-7 p.m.

Tasting room open Thursday-Saturday, 4-7 p.m www.creeksidecellars.com $$ CC ATM

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Index 100th Monkey Café & Books ............................8 5th Street Steakhouse.......10 Aca Taco..........................15 Amigos De Acapulco .........15 Angelo’s Cucina Trinacria...15 Aonami Sustainable Sushi....4 Applebee’s Grill & Bar .......18 Arsenio’s ........……………15 Bacio Catering & Carry Out .........................10 The Banshee........................20 Baskin-Robbins....................18 Basque Norte ...................10 Beach Hut Deli...................7 Beatniks Coffee House & Breakfast Joint ...............7 Bellachino’s Espresso & Panini Café ........8 Bella’s Sports Pub .............20 Bidwell Perk ......................8 Big Al’s Drive In .................7 Big Chico Burger ................7 Big Tuna Sushi Bistro .........4 Blue Flame Steakhouse & Seafood Grill…………. ..13 Brain Freeze Yogurt .……..20 Breakfast Buzz...................7 Broadway Heights California Cuisine .............10 Broadway Market and Deli…………………….4 Brooklyn Bridge Bagel Works.......................7 Burger Hut ........................7 Burgers & Brew ..................7 Burrito Bandito ................15 Bustolini’s Deli & Coffee House ..................7 Cabana Café.......................8 Café Coda .............................7 Café Flo.............................9 Caffé Malvina ...................15 Cal Java Coffee Roasters......9 California Pasta Productions .....................15 Casa Ramos......................15 Celestino’s New York Pizza.................19 Chada Thai Cuisine .............4 Chan Pheng’s Mandarin Cuisine ...............4 The Cheesesteak Shop.........8 Chicoichi Ramen ................4 Chico Locker & Sausage Co. ....................8 Chili’s..............................18 Chipotle Mexican Grill.......18 Christian Michaels Ristorante .......................13 Chronic Tacos...................15 CJ’s Last Chance Diner.......15 Cocodine Thai Cuisine.........4 The Coffee Corner...............9 Cold Stone Creamery .........18 The Cookie Shoppe ...........21 Country Morning Bakery & Cafe .............................15

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La Flor de Michoacan…… .21 La Hacienda.....................17 Left Coast Pizza Co. ..........20 Leon Bistro......................13 Leonardo’s .......................10 Little Caesar’s Pizza ..........18 Logan’s Roadhouse ...........18 Mad Dash Pizza ................20 Madison Bear Garden ..........8 Main Street Pizza .............20 Mama Celeste’s Stone Baked Pizzeria .................20 Marcelli’s Sandwiches & More..............................8 Marie Callender’s ..............18 Mekkala Thai Cuisine ..........6 Mom’s ...............................7 Mondo’s Café......................9 Monks Wine Lounge & Bistro ...............13 Monstros Pizza & Subs ......20 Morning Thunder Café ........7 Mountain Mike’s Pizza.......20 Naked Lounge Tea and Coffeehouse… .............9 Nash’s 7th Avenue Omelette House..................7 Nash’s Restaurant .............13 Nobby’s .............................8 Noodle House ....................6 Oasis Bar & Grill ...............20 Ojiya Japanese Steakhouse & Sushi Bar .......................6 Olive Garden ....................18 Orange Julius……………..21 Outback Steakhouse .........18 Panama Bar & Café ...........20 Panda Express ..................18 Panighetti’s Eatery............15 Papa Murphy’s Take ‘n’ Bake Pizza ...........18 Paradise’s Place.……………7 Park Avenue Bar & Grill.....20 Peeking Chinese Restaurant.........................6 Peet’s Coffee & Tea .............9 Pelican’s Roost Chowder House.................10 Peter Chu’s Mandarin Cuisine ...............6 Pete’s Restaurant and Brewhouse ...................…15 Petra Mediterranean Cuisine............................10 Pho C & C ..........................6 The Pita Pit......................18 Pizza Guys .......................18 Pluto’s.............................10 The Pour House ..…………10 Powell’s Sweet Shoppe.......21 Priya Indian Cuisine..........10 Quiznos Sub Shop.............19 Rawbar Restaurant & Sushi Bar…....................6 Red Lobster .....................19 Red Tavern ......................15 Ricardo’s Mexican Restaurant .......................17

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