DINING continued from page 47 large portions. Dine-in option as well. 1354 East Ave., 898-8424 $
Pho C & C
Tong Fong Low Offering authentic Chinese cuisine that locals can’t stop raving about. 2072 E. 20th St., 898-1388, tongfonglow.com $$
Windy’s Chinese Restaurant Serving a variety of Asian favorites, beer and wine. 1000 W. Sacramento Ave., 343-1788 $
Wok ‘n’ Roll Serving popular Chinese entrees and the only Hawaiian barbecue in town. Fast and delicious combos to keep your wallet and belly full. Sushi rolls starting at less than $5. 1008 W. Sacramento Ave., 892-1868, $
Breakfast Nooks Beatniks Coffee House & Breakfast Joint
Serving breakfast every day—with an assortment of Benedicts, omelets, scrambles and excellent huevos rancheros—and a weekday lunch menu of salads, sandwiches and daily specials. 1387 E. Eighth St., 894-2800, www.chicobeatniks.com $
Breakfast Buzz Breakfast burritos, omelets, French toast and more in a college atmosphere. 208 Cedar St., 343-3444, www.breakfast buzzchico.com $
Brooklyn Bridge Bagel Works Offering 25 types of New York-style bagels and 11 flavors of cream cheese, as well as deli sandwiches, smoothies and espresso. 117 W. Second St., 345-3443, www.brooklynbridgebagel.com $
Café Coda Locally owned eatery serving breakfast including scrambles, omelets, burritos and more; lunch served weekdays. Frenchpress coffee, espresso, beer and wine. Occasional live music. 265 Humboldt Ave., 566-9476, www.cafecoda.com $$
Country Waffles Specializing in waffles. Breakfast and lunch daily. 2485 Notre Dame Blvd., 345-9905 $$
Farmer’s Skillet Classic breakfast and lunch menu, served 6 a.m.-3 p.m. daily. 690 Rio Lindo Ave., 345-1149 $$
Italian Cottage Restaurant Serving delicious omelets since 1970. Also: eggs Benedict, cottage potatoes, fresh-cooked spinach, French toast, 48 DISCOVER CHICO Fall 2016/Winter 2017
homemade biscuits and gravy, Belgian waffles, blueberry pancakes and hash browns. 2234 Esplanade, 343-7000; 2525 Dominic Drive, 342-7771, www.theitaliancottage.com $$
Beach Hut Deli
Mom’s
Big Al’s Drive In
Satisfy cravings for Mom’s homecooked specialties morning, noon or evening. Featuring breakfast favorites, fresh salads and sandwiches and delicious supper creations. Conveniently located near campus. 209 Salem St., 893-3447, www.momschico.com $$
Morning Thunder Café Chico’s popular breakfast (and lunch) café at the foot of Bidwell Park. 352 Vallombrosa Ave., 342-9717 $$
Nash’s 7th Avenue Omelette House Unique omelet selections made with fresh and local ingredients, as well as traditional breakfast fare. 1717 Esplanade, 896-1147, nashsrestaurantchico.com $$
The Roost Café
A variety of specialty sandwiches served up in a casual, beach-themed atmosphere. 146 W. Second St., 893-0633, www.beachhutdeli.com. $ Milkshakes are a triple-thick treat at this longtime Chico favorite. 1844 Esplanade, 342-2722 $
Big Chico Burger A casual restaurant serving fresh chuck patties, hot dogs, sandwiches and salads. 1550 East Ave., 891-6100, www.bigchicoburger.info $
Burger Hut Burgers Serving fresh ground beef with no hormones and no antibiotics. All food is cooked to order and basted with Burger Hut signature barbecue sauce, paired with piping hot fries or onion rings and thick, hand-dipped milkshakes. 3211 Cohasset Road, 342-4555; 2451 Forest Ave., 891-1430, www.burgerhut.com $
Specialties include eggs Benedict, corned beef hash and roost burgers. Full espresso bar. Real food, real butter and real good home cooking. Where the locals go! Open daily 6 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Serving breakfast all day and lunch at 11 a.m. 1144 Park Ave., 892-1281 $$
Burgers & Brew
Sin of Cortez
Philly-style cheesesteak sandwiches made with rib-eye steak. Chicken options, too. 995 Nord Ave., 345-2565, www.cheesesteakshop.com $
Enjoy specialty coffees or teas at one of Chico’s favorite breakfast and lunch places. 2290 Esplanade, 879-9200, www.sinofcortez.com $$
Burgers, Delis & Dogs
Alpaca Bob’s Sandwich Adventures Unique sandwiches and other menu items, such as Thai dogs, Italian-style paninis, Soviet sauce and Cajun hotlinks. 672 Mangrove Ave., 342-3456 $
Grass-fed beef burgers and world-class brews in a modern downtown setting with a great outdoor patio. 301 Broadway, 879-9100, www.burgersbrew.com $$
The Cheesesteak Shop
Chico Locker & Sausage Co. Check out this full deli with a variety of sandwiches and salads, and pick up some traditional handmade sausage and specialty meats. 196 E. 14th St., 343-7370, www.chicolockersausage.com $
The Dog House Serving charcoal-grilled gourmet hot dogs and sausages, as well as burgers and sandwiches. Two locations. 1008 W. Sacramento Ave., 894-3641; 1354 East Ave., 894-2242, chicodoghouse.com $