Chico’s plant-based dining scene bursts with flavor, offering vegan food lovers a delectable journey through local culinary creativity. From downtown hotspots to hidden neighborhood gems, plant-powered options transform traditional California cuisine into exciting, sustainable meals.
Local favorites like Aonami, Pizza Riot, Live Life Juice Company, and Chada Thai showcase the region’s commitment to innovative, animal-friendly dining. These restaurants prove that vegan cuisine in Chico isn’t just a trend—it’s a delicious lifestyle.
Discover Chico’s tastiest vegan dining destinations now!
Featured Vegan Restaurants in Chico
Aonami
What to Expect
Locally sourced, environmentally conscious sushi preparation
Description
Aonami crafts sustainable sushi with local, responsibly sourced ingredients. Their menu features innovative rolls that balance traditional Japanese techniques with California-inspired creativity, emphasizing seafood sourcing transparency and environmental consciousness.
Where: Chico | More Info: Aonami
Chada Thai
What to Expect
Full dedicated vegetarian menu alongside standard Thai offerings
Description
Chada Thai offers an extensive vegetarian menu alongside traditional Thai cuisine. Their dishes showcase fresh, made-to-order Thai classics with multiple vegetarian options, including curries, noodle dishes, and salads that cater to plant-based diners seeking authentic flavors.
Where: Chico | More Info: Chada Thai
Live Life Juice Company
What to Expect
House-cracked coconuts and in-house almond milk production
Description
A vegan juice and wellness spot specializing in organic, house-made products like fresh juices, vegan soft-serve, and signature pies. Their menu features creative fruit and vegetable combinations, with all-organic ingredients crafted from scratch. Standout offerings include their vegan soft-serve made with almond milk, cashews, and coconuts, and their gluten-free, refined sugar-free pies.
Where: Chico | More Info: Live Life Juice Company
Pizza Riot
What to Expect
Artisan vegan pizza with inventive topping combinations
Description
Pizza Riot serves fully vegan pizzas with creative, plant-based toppings that reimagine classic pizza styles. Their signature pies feature house-made vegan cheese blends and innovative ingredient combinations like cashew ricotta and roasted vegetable medleys. Each pizza celebrates bold flavors without animal products.
Where: Chico | More Info: Pizza Riot