Tender Loving Coffee

Tender Loving Coffee

365 E 6th St, Chico, CA

★★★★★4.6(190 Google reviews)

Crema's Take

Tender Loving Coffee is a sun-soaked gathering spot where in-house roasted espresso meets inventive comfort food—think legendary breakfast burritos and surprisingly excellent vegan grilled cheese, all prepared right before your eyes. The whole operation feels genuinely personal, from the welcoming energy that draws dogs and lingerers alike to the meticulous pour-overs and house-made pastries that reveal real care in every detail. It's the kind of place where a caramel latte tastes better because you can sense the intention behind it, even if the espresso bar occasionally gets beautifully overwhelmed by its own popularity.

What to expect

Espresso-focused, with a pour-over program. A slow-sit spot, good for meetings. Full breakfast, pastries, and light food on the menu. Dog friendly.

PastriesPour overDog friendlyCraft espressoTraditional drinksFull breakfastSlow sitMeetingsLight foodSpecialty drinks

Google Reviews

Amy K.
★★★★★2 months ago

Wonderful environment and my caramel latte was so yummy. Perfect portions of avocado toast for our group and super dog-friendly!

Nicole Coffield
★★★★★2 months ago

Their Greek wrap and breakfast burritos are the stuff of legend. Everything is house-made and cooked right in front of you, which makes the experience feel extra special. Add in their in-house roasted coffee and espresso plus the cozy atmosphere, and you’ve got one of Chico’s…

Allen
★★★★★4 months ago

Upon a recent morning, finding myself possessed of both leisure and a modest desire for refreshment, I ventured into an establishment bearing the gentle and affectionate title of “Tender, Loving Coffee Shop.” I confess, dear reader, that I anticipated nothing more extraordinary…

Rebecca Walton
★★★★★4 months ago

I love a vegan cafe and I love the vibe of this place. However, they really need to work on their service. There should not be one person manning the espresso machine and taking orders, and chatting it up with customers. There was a second person there working who was just…

Kyle Mueller
★★★★★5 months ago

Pleasant staff, good espresso, and a culinary magician behind the counter. I didn't know a vegan grilled cheese could be this good. It's a bit of a walk for me, but always worth it.

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