Opening hours
Closed · opens tomorrow 7:00 AM
| Monday | 7:00 AM – 1:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:00 AM – 1:00 PM |
| Wednesday | Closed |
| Thursday | 7:00 AM – 1:00 PM |
| Friday | 7:00 AM – 1:00 PM |
| Saturday | 7:00 AM – 1:00 PM |
| Sunday | 7:00 AM – 1:00 PM |
Local time in Chico: 2:38 PM (PST). Holiday hours may differ – call (530) 892-1281 to confirm.
About The Roost Cafe
The Roost Cafe is an American restaurant located at 817 Main Street in Chico, California. Our Chico guide covers 128 food and drink spots, and this is one of them.
The Roost Cafe is open 6 days a week, usually 7:00 AM – 1:00 PM (closed Wednesday). Early risers are covered too: doors open at 7:00 AM most days.
Service options include dine-in. Offerings include vegetarian options.
Accessibility features: wheelchair accessible. For questions or orders, call (530) 892-1281.
Quick facts
- Category
- American Restaurant
- Address
- 817 Main Street, Chico, CA 95928
- Phone
- (530) 892-1281
- Hours
- Open 6 days a week, usually 7:00 AM – 1:00 PM (closed Wednesday)
- Listing updated
- · Suggest an edit
Popular times
Usually busiest around 12 PM on Fridays; one of the quieter times is around 9 AM on weekdays.
Based on typical visit patterns for American restaurants and this venue’s opening hours.
How the hours compare
We compared The Roost Cafe’s weekday schedule with 5 other American restaurants in Chico. On a typical weekday it opens at 7:00 AM, earlier than 60% of them (the typical opening time is 11:00 AM) and closes at 1:00 PM, earlier than most (typical closing time: 8:30 PM).
In total it is open about 36 hours a week, 22 hours fewer than the local median of 58. 80% of American restaurants in Chico open on Sundays, and The Roost Cafe is one of them.
Compared with 5 other American restaurants in Chico that list their hours in our guide.
Typical prices for American restaurants in California
Based on 167 menus with 11,706 priced items from American restaurants in California, the median menu item costs $13.99, and half of all items are priced between $7.25 and $18.50.
We don’t have The Roost Cafe’s own menu on file yet, so use these figures as a guide to what American restaurants in California typically charge.
| Item | On menus | Typical price |
|---|---|---|
| Caesar Salad | 24% | $14.00 |
| Grilled Cheese | 22% | $8.99 |
| Onion Rings | 22% | $7.79 |
| Patty Melt | 20% | $16.99 |
| French Fries | 19% | $5.95 |
| Cobb Salad | 19% | $18.99 |
| Coffee | 19% | $3.99 |
| Tuna Melt | 19% | $14.09 |
Calculated from 167 menus in our guide. Prices vary by location and change over time.
Features & amenities
Service options
- Dine-in
Offerings
- Vegetarian options
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible
Amenities
- Air conditioning
The neighborhood
Within a 10-minute walk (half a mile) of The Roost Cafe there are 29 other places to eat and drink in our guide, and 42 within one mile. By type, the places within a mile include Mexican & Tex-Mex (8), Burgers & Fast Food (5), Cafes & Coffee (5), and Pizza (4).
Competition is healthy: 3 other American restaurants are within a mile and 7 within three miles. The closest is Jack's Family Restaurant, 0.2 mi away.
11 places within a mile stay open until 10 PM or later on at least one night a week.
Nearest places of other kinds
- Mexican & Tex-MexAmigos De Acapulco< 0.1 mi
- SeafoodBig Hot Crab< 0.1 mi
- Bakeries & DessertsShubert's Ice Cream & Candy< 0.1 mi
- Cafes & CoffeeTender Loving0.2 mi
- Burgers & Fast FoodJack in the Box0.2 mi
What to expect at an American restaurant
American restaurants cover a lot of ground: the neighborhood diner with a counter and bottomless coffee, the family restaurant with a long laminated menu, the gastropub doing elevated comfort food, and the “New American” kitchen that builds a short seasonal menu around local farms. What ties them together is a menu built on familiar staples – burgers, sandwiches, salads, steaks, fried chicken and pasta – plus regional favorites that change as you cross the country.
What to order
- Cheeseburger – the benchmark dish; a good one tells you how seriously the kitchen takes its basics
- Chicken-fried steak or fried chicken – a comfort classic, especially in the South and Midwest
- Mac and cheese – often a house side that doubles as a main
- A regional specialty – look for anything named after the town or state on the menu
Good to know
- Portions are generous; sharing a starter or ordering a half portion is common and rarely frowned upon.
- Weekday lunch specials and early-bird dinners often cost noticeably less than the regular menu.
- Tipping 18–20% on table service is standard across the US.
Reviews
Write a reviewNo visitor reviews yet. Been to The Roost Cafe? Share your experience to help other diners.
Frequently asked questions
What are The Roost Cafe's opening hours?
Open 6 days a week, usually 7:00 AM – 1:00 PM (closed Wednesday). Monday: 7:00 AM – 1:00 PM; Tuesday: 7:00 AM – 1:00 PM; Wednesday: Closed; Thursday: 7:00 AM – 1:00 PM; Friday: 7:00 AM – 1:00 PM; Saturday: 7:00 AM – 1:00 PM; Sunday: 7:00 AM – 1:00 PM.
Is The Roost Cafe open on Sunday?
Yes, The Roost Cafe is open on Sundays: 7:00 AM – 1:00 PM.
Where is The Roost Cafe located?
The Roost Cafe is located at 817 Main Street, Chico, CA 95928.
What is the phone number of The Roost Cafe?
You can call The Roost Cafe at (530) 892-1281.
Does The Roost Cafe offer delivery or takeout?
Delivery is not listed for The Roost Cafe. Listed service options: dine-in.
Is The Roost Cafe wheelchair accessible?
Listed accessibility features: wheelchair accessible.
Is The Roost Cafe open late?
No, The Roost Cafe usually closes before 10 PM.
What else is near The Roost Cafe?
There are 42 other places to eat and drink within a mile of The Roost Cafe. Nearby options include Amigos De Acapulco (< 0.1 mi), Big Hot Crab (< 0.1 mi), and Shubert's Ice Cream & Candy (< 0.1 mi).
Are there other American restaurants near The Roost Cafe?
3 other American restaurants within a mile. The closest is Jack's Family Restaurant, 0.2 mi away.
How much do American restaurants in California cost?
Based on 167 menus with 11,706 priced items from American restaurants in California, the median menu item costs $13.99, and half of all items are priced between $7.25 and $18.50.
Nearby places
All in Chico
Listing data © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL. Details may have changed – please verify with the business.