01
Best overall pick
Union
Downtown Oroville • Modern American Restaurant • Local Favorite For Dinner And Drinks
A stylish but relaxed New American spot that anchors downtown Oroville’s modern food scene.
Union feels like the kind of place locals bring out-of-town friends to show off what Oroville can do. The menu leans into hearty, well-executed comfort food with seasonal touches, and the bar keeps things interesting with rotating cocktails and local-friendly pours. It’s lively on weekends but still comfortable enough for a laid-back weeknight meal.
02
Historic downtown standby
Tong Fong Low
Robinson Street Corridor • Classic Chinese Restaurant • Best For Big Portions And Sharing Plates
A long-running Chinese restaurant known for generous portions, no-nonsense service, and reliably satisfying favorites.
Tong Fong Low is the place Oroville families point to when they talk about growing up here. The dining room is unpretentious, the menu is sprawling, and the plates come out fast and piled high. From chow mein to house specialties, it’s ideal for groups who want to order a spread and pass everything around the table.
03
Best brewhouse experience
Feather Falls Casino Brewing Co.
Feather Falls Casino Area • Craft Brewery And American Grill • Best For Beer Lovers And Live Music
A spacious brewpub inside Feather Falls Casino pouring house-made beers alongside a crowd-pleasing American menu.
Feather Falls Casino Brewing Co. pairs its on-site brewery with a menu built for hungry concertgoers and casino regulars. Expect burgers, pizzas, and hearty mains sized to match the generous beer flights and pints. With frequent live music and plenty of seating, it’s an easy choice for groups looking to make a whole evening of it.
04
Upscale night out
Safire
Gold Country Casino & Resort • Upscale Steakhouse And Lounge • Date-Night And Special-Occasion Pick
A polished steakhouse at Gold Country Casino that delivers white-tablecloth steaks, seafood, and cocktails without leaving town.
Safire is where Oroville dresses up a bit, with dim lighting, plush seating, and a menu centered on steaks, seafood, and composed appetizers. Service is attentive without being stuffy, and the cocktail list helps turn a dinner reservation into a longer night at the resort. It’s a smart choice when you want something more refined than a casual grill but still close to home.
05
Casual crowd-pleaser
The Boss Burger
Montgomery Street Corridor • Casual Burger Joint • Best For A Quick, Satisfying Bite
A relaxed counter-service spot turning out stacked burgers, fries, and shakes with a local, no-frills vibe.
The Boss Burger keeps things straightforward: juicy patties, plenty of topping combinations, and sides that hit the spot after a day on the lake or around town. Seating is informal and turnover is quick, making it easy to swing by with kids or friends. It’s the kind of place where regulars get greeted by name and the menu rarely needs more than a glance.