Oshio - Korean restaurant in Chico - 501 Main St, USA

This one of the best restaurants in Chico. I've been in Chico for many years, following Kim from Broadway St to the food truck and now to their Main St location. Their food is truly delicious. The added sushi rolls recently. I look forward to more new dishes in the future. What I love even more is their facility – it's incredibly clean, from the transparent kitchen to the dining area, and even the restroom is spotless.

I was surprised that the food was pretty authentic in flavor. It wasn't Korean fushion. It is cafeteria style where you order at the counter and they bring the food out. The soondubu hit the spot after a long trip from Oregon. A couple of improvements. The rice was served on a plate with the other banchan--side dishes. This is not traditional, and the amount was rice was very small. The rice wasn't cooked to perfection either, so this is an area of improvement. We were a party of 9 and some dishes came out faster than others so some of us were done by the time the other foods came. They also didn't really know what kind of utensils were needed for which foods. For example we were given only chopsticks for bibimbap when a spoon was required. They accidentally burned their last serving of sesame chicken, so one of the people in our party had to order something else. He paid the difference, but it should have been comped. The place was warm and a fan was running, which isn't so great in 100-degree weather. The other negative is that the two spouses were arguing and fighting. If you aren't Korean, it probably wouldn't bother you, but we understood everything that was said. I would come back if I'm in the area again despite all that was mentioned.

Authentic Korean cuisine food impressed me & I’m an international student. Unfortunately, American prices but worth it. They need to turn up the AC during summer because the heat is unbearable, especially if you’re having spicy food.

I can’t recommend this place enough! It might seem pricey at first, but that’s because you haven’t experienced the quality of the food yet. Really decent portion too. I asked if it was possible to order a side of my favorite vegetable and they said it wasn’t. but they were sweet enough to add a little extra on the side anyway. The service was so amazing! The atmosphere is also really nice, it’s awesome sitting by the window and the music is calm. Very clean also.

I’m so happy to see that Chico has an authentic Korean restaurant with flavors better than many of the authentic sit-downs I’ve been to in the Bay Area. The food is delicious and there are great options for both vegetarians and meat-eaters. The only downside to this location is its atmosphere leaves a little to be desired. The seating area is somewhat rudimentary - definitely more of a casual lunch place than a fancy dinner spot. Please visit this place! It deserves more love.

Fantastic korean food. Yes, average of $15-$20 a dish might turn some people away but for authentic Korean food, it was worth it. All the food was good, especiqlly the Japchae. Jjajangmyeon was good but tasted similar to what I buy at Asian store for instant ones. Will come again to try different things.

Best vegetarian Japchae I have had. Absolutely killer vegetarian Bibimbap. My husband had to Pork Bulgogi and said it was very good. We will be eating here again anytime we’re in. Chico.

Love the entrees and so many varieties! Very homey feel and love the kimchi!! I was craving kimchi. Now i dont have to go to another town to get my craving fix of korean food. Thanks for being local! Can't wait to try more. I'm going to keep coming back to get my love for korean food! Kimchi is so BOMB!