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Bidwell Perk
664 E 1st Ave, Chico, CA 95926, United States
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Hu
Review №1

What a lovely place! The staff is so wonderful, friendly, and thorough. I loved every drink I tried!

Ed
Review №2

The Coffee ☕ was GREAT !! 👍 But the Wait Time ✋ 😴 For Our Coffee To Be Made Was SO0o LONG : - ( ... ... ...It was a really long wait... ...

B.
Review №3

Always busy. Expensive. Great coffee and food, worth prices. Beautiful interior and outside dining area.

Or
Review №4

Nothing special to me... just a run of the mill coffee house. Staff was courteous accommodating.Orlando

Th
Review №5

Super delicious blended coffee flavors and free wifi. Staff is usually pretty polite. Can get get little busy sometimes but there is plenty of seating inside and outside. Only 4 stars cause their food is way too pricey. Other than that top quality place. Would recommend it over some other places in town for sure.

Ka
Review №6

Great coffee! Love the vibe, and our barista was so friendly and freaking adorable! If we lived here, wed be regulars. So glad we didnt stop at a chain!

Ji
Review №7

Loved this little gem of a cafe. I could spend my whole morning here drinking coffee and working on a laptop. Great service.

Sh
Review №8

This place has great drinks including wine. The price is reasonable, but they do close early as we were told at 4pm. They have tables inside and outside so we just moved outside. They also have WiFi

Ja
Review №9

Really nice outside. They didnt have anything left in their pastry cases at 11:00 😏 but coffee was good! A bit overpriced for food items.

Aa
Review №10

Enjoyed lunch on a rainy day. The chicken salad was very good. Liked the green tea coconut mimosa.

Sh
Review №11

Great atmosphere and plenty of seating inside and out! Plenty of drink options and there are breakfast options as well in the morning. I got a ham and cheese croissant and cup of fruit with a chocolate banana blended espresso drink! The only thing is it is a tad on the pricey side these three cost me $14.50.

Am
Review №12

I love Bidwell Perk! Absolute best Mochas to ever exist👌❤️

Ro
Review №13

Great local coffee shop! Cute and clean. They offer beer and wine in addition to good coffee. Theres a great brunch and lunch menu along with a collection of homemade sweets.

To
Review №14

Looking for the perfect local coffee shop in Chico? Look no further. Great Coffee with a friendly staff and relaxed atmosphere. Cant really ask for more from a coffee shop

Mi
Review №15

I work across the street from The Perk (thats what me and the staff call it, because were very hip with our slang.) We love The Perk! Everybody there is so friendly. They have excellent salads. Their lattes are just the best. And last fall they had this pumpkin spice latte that was so good that sometimes Ill be drinking coffee I brewed at home, and I will weep, because the drink Im drinking isnt that latte I had last fall.

Ch
Review №16

When in doubt, opt for the biscotti. Best around!

Ka
Review №17

My daughter and I had lunch there today. The chicken salad crescent sandwich was delicious and the hard cider drink was very good. I recommend it. The staff was pleasant and helpful.

Br
Review №18

Im not sure what I love more, the drinks or the food. Organic produce is use to make the foods. Its always a pleasant experience.

St
Review №19

Great coffee. Awesome Place to get it to go and/or enjoy Very Clean Social Setting On the Patio Area ample parking, Muffins and more Food avaliable. I really enjoyed the Staff and the service and Coffee was Great. Many many choices.

Ge
Review №20

A good quiet place to drink good coffee and study.

Li
Review №21

Delicious food, wonderful service, and a safe environment. Highly recommend!

ab
Review №22

Lovely workers, and a consistent product. One of my favorite drinks is the green tea chai. It can come either hot or iced—depends on your preference.I appreciate the efforts the business and employees have put towards social distancing, like curbside pickups and calling to order. I’m glad we have local businesses that value keeping our community safe.

Ma
Review №23

Tasty salad on the patio with my aunt

Bi
Review №24

Always a favorite! Great coffee and great service.

CC
Review №25

Cute environmentally friendly cafe;) good for studying !

S.
Review №26

Excellent food! (And good coffee.) Generous portions.

Jo
Review №27

Best white mocha in Butte County, not to mention Chico.

Di
Review №28

Quite a few mix ups

Dy
Review №29

Best coffee shop in Chico. Lovely environment!

Ta
Review №30

Great coffee, such nice decor and vibe. Really nice outdoor seating area too. Had a special they had with maple syrup and oat milk. So smooth ... I didnt need to add sugar and Im usually ridiculous with sugar.

St
Review №31

Its better than Dutch bros covid in a cup

Ro
Review №32

Great drinks and pastries in a nice coffee shop. Some comfortable chairs and decent outdoor seating. Definitely worth a visit!

Sc
Review №33

Delicious

Pa
Review №34

Wonderful, outstanding, friendly, excellent, coffee, food, wine, all fantastic.

ro
Review №35

Cool little spot. Good coffee, good food too. Clean environment, and very chill atmosphere. The girls are very nice at the counter. Always a pleasure going there with my wife and I.

st
Review №36

My favorite coffee shop in town! The flavor is so good here, and all the food is delicious as well! The coffee is just amazing, such a treat to go here!

Ca
Review №37

Absolutely, hands down, the best iced coffee ever! The panini sandwiches were fantastic, too! The staff is very friendly and the atmosphere is very relaxed.

Al
Review №38

I absolutely love the atmosphere, the windows that let in great natural lighting, the indie tunes, and of course, amazing coffee. They tend to have more darker roasts, but their Guatemalan roast is delicious and perfectly paired with a homemade crumb cake donut. Bidwell Perk also has a great lunch menu if you’re looking for more than a yummy pastry. The owner, Michele is so sweet and checks on tables, delivers food, makes coffee and even hosts champagne tastings. I can’t rave about this place enough; it’s my favorite spot in Chico.

Ma
Review №39

Bidwell Perk Up Coffee shop is a cool place to hang out and either meet with a friend, catch up on work, or just chill. Very friendly staff, coffee all day long, wine in the afternoons, and the usual array of snacks and pastries. What I like best is the variety of seating. You can find yourself a private nook, you can hang out in the main space, or you can sit outside in the filtered light -- either in full sunlight, under a tree or in the shade of an umbrella. The location is very convenient on 1st Ave on the south side of town.

bi
Review №40

First time at this coffee shop and I will be going back next time Im in town. My husband doesnt drink coffee option and is what you might call a beginning coffee drinker. I told the staff this and they made him a drink he really loved which is rare for him when it comes to coffee. I asked for a steamed almond milk for my 7 year old daughter and they went above and beyond by including whip cream and sprinkles. Party style she loved it! They wernt busy and brought our drinks out to us on the porch. Certainly a customer wow kind of place with a quality product and nice atmosphere

Ch
Review №41

Good coffee. Nice staff. Yummy quiches. Not enough parking during peak hours.

Mr
Review №42

Nice place friendly staff and well dressed friendly customers so it was a clean nice enviroment

Si
Review №43

STRONG Stars Hollow Gilmore Girls vibes. Service was fast and very polite, the first place Ive found in chico that offers mulled wine, great essay-writing environment, and theres even gender neutural bathrooms! Perfect place to eat good food and get a little buzzed on a warm drink while working.

Li
Review №44

They can make the beautiful velvety foam. Mmm. The snacks are good too

Bi
Review №45

Great vibes, chill atmosphere and awesome bevs. I visited Chico CA for a short period of time, and found myself gravitating back to this spot almost every morning of my stay. Simply lovely!

Ju
Review №46

The coffee is great and the employees friendly, but I had to wait 18 minutes for a coffee-to-go.

Mi
Review №47

This is a really nice little place. The food is delicious, the drinks are tasty, and the staff is really friendly. In the summer, try the strawberry lemonade!

Li
Review №48

I wish to picnic areas along the creek were still there but its still a beautiful park.

De
Review №49

Great service and atmosphere. Coffee is of highest quality, and there are a great many tea and non-coffee options as well. The owner and staff really care about customer service.

ch
Review №50

This place has great food and drinks as well as being a beautiful mini paradise.

Da
Review №51

Best peppermint mocha ever. I also love the sip and shops and other events that Michelle puts on. It is a very cozy environment. Oh and the turkey sliders are to die for. Yummmmmmmm.

St
Review №52

Loose leaf Rishi teas, awesome salads, super sweet ambience.

Ga
Review №53

Good coffee, good snacks, Bidwell perk is great; everyone in Chico knows that! If your passing through, this location is right off the freeway. The turn into the parking lot can be a little be a little difficult to spot so keep your eyes open and drive slow.

Re
Review №54

Great sandwiches, female staff were really cold, zero charisma and stiff, but otherwise, food was great.

Al
Review №55

I love coffee and this is by far my favorite place to get it. The godiva mocha is my favorite. It is a bit more expensive but I am willing to pay a few cents more to have a good quality coffee. They also have books for my son to look at and comfy seating in the back. The workers are always friendly. Plus, they have coffee cards to get one free cup of coffee. So happy I gave this place a try.

De
Review №56

5 stars for ambiance and friendliness. 3 stars for price and volume (it can get loud due to the acoustics), so 4 total.

Ro
Review №57

Not my favorite coffee, but its a great place to study and have a nice talk with friends. If the coffee was cheaper I would give it 4 stars if the coffee was better I would have given it 5 stars.

Mr
Review №58

Above average coffee shop! I was really glad I made the decision to stop in there. Super nice staff and very clean inside and out. The parking is the only downside, lol

Y
Review №59

Great ambience. Best french toast. Wonderful place to get together or to be by yourself and read. Anytime I am in Chico, this is my favorite place to visit.

Na
Review №60

The staff is really friendly and the owner is down to earth. I enjoy coffee here weekly with friends. They now serve wine and small bites too.

Be
Review №61

The cashier today was awesome, clean environment, good product.

Ma
Review №62

The Apple Orchard salad was sooo tasty, crisp lettuce, yummy dressing, wow! Looking forward to coming back and trying the coffee. Very clean and nice atmosphere.

Pa
Review №63

Before this month, I had never been here and now, its my favorite coffee shop. The vanilla lattes are incredible and all of the breakfast is amazing.

La
Review №64

Great coffee and teas. The service there is fast and friendly. There is a little patio outside where you can sit with your dog!

Ka
Review №65

This is a great place for an afternoon pick-me-up. Good coffee and good food. Cute seasonal drinks too.

Me
Review №66

Everytime I have gone to Bidwell Perk it has been such a joy! Their staff is incredibly friendly and they know how to make a amazing latte!

Da
Review №67

Great place, coffee fresh and made your way and bagel sandwich was stunning.

Da
Review №68

3$ high test house blend coffees with free fast wifi

Ju
Review №69

Good food and drink. Nice folks. Cozy.

An
Review №70

Friendly and Happy Service....A really Good place for a Great cup of Coffee!Conducive for sitting and chatting forLong periods of time.

Ja
Review №71

Bidwell Perk is a nice hotspot for Chico Locals. The interior design and atmosphere makes this a very inviting and friendly spot. Some excellent drinks and chai teas, as well as some good pastries. Drinks served in nice glasses and mugs. Overall great stop for coffee with good staff. Does become very crowded at times with the some seating being very close together and parking a bit of a challenge.If the price was a bit lower and they were able to handle large lines a bit better it would be worthy of a 5-stars. Nice blends and good drink options.

Ch
Review №72

Went for the first time. Loved it!

Jo
Review №73

Lovely Chico coffee stop. A little pricy, but the quality is great and the staff is very friendly ans welcoming. Nice seating options as well.

Hu
Review №74

I usually go to this place in the morning I always ask for one coffee, and kids drink. My past experience with this place was that there was no any customer in front of my. I place my order and 8 minutes passed by and the order was in front of the server and nothing happen. She was more focused on talking to someone else. I have to stand up tell the cashier that I wanted my drink done ASAP. Then the cashier told the person who makes the coffee to make it. That was when she decide to look down and take the order slip and took. It her another 4 minutes to get the drinks done. 12 minutes to get two drinks done. I would suggest to go somewhere else if you want real and fast customer service.

Ya
Review №75

Wonderful service. Their seasonalndrinks are not to be missed, Hot Cider, Gingerbread Fogs.

Ka
Review №76

Better than Starbucks. Bidwell Perk: their tea is acctually tea, not bagged herbs! Staff is kind and nice, and I enjoy the familiar aditude between co workers and also with the patrons.Where has this place been? Ill recomend it forever.

Be
Review №77

Amazing food and coffee. Such a welcoming and calm environment.

MK
Review №78

Get the London fog.

Ja
Review №79

The hot chocolate is really good, so is the quiche, fruit is a little squishy though.

Jo
Review №80

Great for morning get together with coffee and breakfast or even to hang after hard day and chill out with a glass of wine . If I lived in Chico I would definitely go more often.

El
Review №81

Delicious food! I always get the BlackBerry Chiller and a lemon croissant. Parking can be a pain, but its worth it. My go to cafe!

To
Review №82

I always get a Chai Tea when I meet my friend there but their coffee is great too. I do love there chai it has such a nice flavor with and great spice taste.

ms
Review №83

Friendly staff, great selection. One of my favorite black teas in Chico. 😊

Ja
Review №84

Good quality tasty pastries & coffee enjoyable atmosphere to get a small bite to eat and chat with friends or do some research on your laptop.

Da
Review №85

Popular place for coffee and pastries.

Ka
Review №86

This is my favorite hangout in Chico. Thanks for the great service, the great atmosphere and the incredible sense of belonging that the Perk offers those of us who are regulars. Yes, I will age myself by suggesting that Bidwell Perk is my Cheers.

Pa
Review №87

Great coffee. Love that the coffee is organic. Love the patio, the service and the rewards card.

St
Review №88

Support local small business! This is a great place to get coffee and drinks and any little snack for the day.

Sh
Review №89

This is the best coffee shop to enjoy an iced coffee with your dog on the patio.

Re
Review №90

I was able to make it to a clean restron time. Its likable...

Mi
Review №91

Good coffee, nice employees. Great place for a small informal business meeting, light menu, usually pretty busy!

ci
Review №92

Love this placeGood coffe and yummy food choices

Mi
Review №93

Love this place. Its great to have a independent gem like this in Chico.

Mo
Review №94

Dismissive cashier taking our order, rushing the person I was with because there was a line. Then quickly went on to the people behind me, when I said, I still wanted to order something, she just looked at me and continued taking their order. I said I guess I just wont order my food, thanks. While Im 7 mo. Pregnant and hungry!! Wont be going back to that place!! Rude staff! Bad service

Br
Review №95

My wife and I enjoyed the coffee and atmosphere. Staff is friendly.

Ka
Review №96

Amazing. Food was just amazing. Highly recommend.

Ch
Review №97

Good coffee and the bagel sandwiches are a local favorite. Great place to work.

Wi
Review №98

Good venue for a little business meeting, or social get together, or just to relax over a tasty mocha or two for just yourself.

De
Review №99

A little pricey, but a nice atmosphere and friendly service. I give it a 4 for 2 reasons the price and location of the sugar and creamers (close to the back).

Di
Review №100

Little expensive but lovely atmosphere, great place to catch up with friends.

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  • Address:664 E 1st Ave, Chico, CA 95926, United States
  • Site:http://bidwellperk.com/
  • Phone:+1 530-899-1500
Categories
  • Coffee shop
  • Cafe
  • Tea house
Working hours
  • Monday:7:30AM–3PM
  • Tuesday:7:30AM–3PM
  • Wednesday:7:30AM–3PM
  • Thursday:7:30AM–3PM
  • Friday:7:30AM–3PM
  • Saturday:7:30AM–3PM
  • Sunday:7:30AM–3PM
Service options
  • Outdoor seating:Yes
  • Curbside pickup:Yes
  • Takeout:Yes
  • Dine-in:Yes
  • Delivery:No
Highlights
  • Fast service:Yes
  • Great coffee:Yes
  • Great dessert:Yes
  • Great tea selection:Yes
  • Great wine list:Yes
Popular for
  • Breakfast:Yes
  • Lunch:Yes
  • Solo dining:Yes
  • Good for working on laptop:Yes
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible entrance:Yes
  • Wheelchair accessible parking lot:Yes
  • Wheelchair accessible restroom:Yes
  • Wheelchair accessible seating:Yes
Offerings
  • Alcohol:Yes
  • Beer:Yes
  • Coffee:Yes
  • Quick bite:Yes
  • Small plates:Yes
  • Vegetarian options:Yes
  • Wine:Yes
Dining options
  • Dessert:Yes
Atmosphere
  • Casual:Yes
  • Cozy:Yes
Crowd
  • College students:Yes
  • Groups:Yes
  • Tourists:Yes
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