Naked Lounge

Category:	Coffee Shop
Address:	118 W 2nd St, Chico, CA 95928, USA
Site:	facebook.com
Rating:	4.4
Working:	7:30AM–8PM 7:30AM–8PM 7:30AM–8PM 7:30AM–8PM 7:30AM–10PM 7:30AM–10PM 7:30AM–8PM

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Jordann Hale

I have never had a good experience here. Over the past three years Ive been in, and as the owners have changed around a few times in that period, I feel the quality and customer service has gotten worse. Just one experience: I ordered a vanilla latte and they put condensed milk in it (by mistake Im assuming because the next time I came in and asked if they put that in there and she rudely answered me that "no, we wouldnt do that" - well, you did) and when I went to correct the drink it took forever to get their attention at the bar and the Batista straight up gave me the stink eye when the girl running the register told him near the back to remake my drink. Not okay! The customers hear and see FAR more than you think, guys! They also recently painted over the amazing mural of John Bidwell to allow a rotation of artists to come in and paint on the walls. That was my last straw because it was so charming and brought in a Chico feel. The facade doesnt blend in well with downtown anymore and the business does not have that "Chico charm" - warm and welcoming atmosphere with good customer service. They act so snooty to me every time Im in there yet theyve never given me a good enough cup of coffee for me to justify their behavior. Ugh- sorry. This is long and vent-like but Ive been avoiding reviewing them for so long because I really wanted to leave a good review the past few years and Ive been so disappointed by them because theyre supposed to be the artisan/hipster place in town, and they really just arent.

Christopher Tavolazzi

Im a little biased: I work here. Voted Best Barista of 2017 (by my mom). Naked Lounge is a great place to hang out for homework, reading, or to chat with some of Chicos downtown locals. Some people have been coming here every day for over six years. The coffee has improved exponentially in the past year and I say confidently that we have some of the best in town. The owners are the roastmasters and they only source high quality, organic, single origin, beans. Fair trade whenever available. Every month we have a local artist hang their work. For many, its the first time their work has been displayed publicly. Art openings and receptions are a regular affair. On top of all that, we now serve beer. During the weekly live music events, the beer flows and the house is alive. Everything from punk rock to hip hop, acoustic jazz to experimental synth looping on a vibraphone, with local and touring acts from as far as Seattle and LA. The Lounge is more than my workplace. Its the living room of Chico. Its my home.

Gabriel Kerr

Its one of the few authentic atmospheres for the connoisseur of the modern hipster genre. Theres actually naked art on the walls fairly often, if you like naked art. I do get quite sleepy every time I come in here, much to the detriment of my reading plans. But the coffee is tasty and the hot chocolate...well, lets just say this is the best place to get hot chocolate in Chico. The wood flooring, antique furniture, low lighting, and friendly staff make it a fun experience.

John Poteet

This is Chicos late-night hipster hangout. The coffee is burnt. Dont even think of getting tea and there arent any snacks worth mentioning. The lighting is dim with couch seating and little table nooks with hanging spots and bad modern art on the wall. On the sidewalk are the goth tables. They probably arent really reserved for goths but theres always a few sitting there smoking. The staff makes an effort. Ill give them that.

John Harry

Great local coffee shop in the Downtown Chico area. I enjoy when they play music such as Minus the Bear, Jurassic 5, and Broken Social Scene. It is a great environment to do homework, especially group work! The peppermint mocha is worth a try as well around the holiday season. One thing I see as a downfall is how quickly the seats will be taken, make sure to show up around a good time!

Leland Whitlock

A great local coffee shop where they take care of their customers. I just love the way they hand craft each drink and make them look very decorative while providing much needed caffeine. Much nicer than the chain shops in town.

Kevin Coleman

A wonderful espresso, created with care. The staff are friendly and the atmosphere is enjoyable. I would like to try more drinks here to truly test the baristas, but thus far I have every reason to believe they’d do quite well.

Kyle

Great, locally roasted coffee and organic milk, however SUPER expensive! Expect your drink to cost at least $5. Eclectic interior, hipster vibes, great music, fun to sit with a friend and chat or get some studying done.

Jesse Boyd

Classic coffee house, ecclectic in style with great art and unique un-matched furniture, a warm vibe, cool chill music, pretty people and a delicious perfectly made mocha worth waiting 30 minutes but mine came in 7 :-)

brett charles

Its a typical coffee shop. A magnet for lame 50+ year old hipsters. The only reason Im giving it 4 stars and not less is because of the journals they allow people to write in at the coffee table next to the couch

A Private User

Best espresso in Chico. If youre tired of chain coffee houses, this is the place to go. The ambience is local, the coffee is excellent, and the milk-foam designs always makes me enjoy the coffee a little more.

Kat Ka

Get a Bowl of Soul here. Just do it. Its a great place for teens and college students to hang out/study. Now that Im a little older I wouldnt really hang out here, but their coffee is great.

Eric Chisler

Love the people and place, but it loses a star for closing so early and frequently closing early with no warning for events, disrupting its reliability for long work sessions.

Raul Estrada

Very rad and grunge vibe. The iced matcha latte is very good and the black coffee is very good. Baristas were very kind and answered questions about coffee. Good music.

Stef Baldivia

While a little pricey for coffee, the espresso is WORTH it!! I had the turmeric chai and it was DELICIOUS. Ambiance is laid back and the décor is cozy.

A Private User

Consistantly the best coffee in chico. Atmosphere is awesome plus all the staff are super friendly and make great drinks. Thanks NL

Luis Eduardo González Ramirez

The place is nice and the food is good. However, I paid for one coffee and te almost $12. Which is quite much for those drinks.

John Perkins

First and last time there... Not sure how some of these local businesses stay afloat with the staff they choose to hire...

Jared Chesebro

Best coffee shop in town. They just make it right. Love that I can grab freshly roasted coffee beans any day of the week.

Kevin Myers

By far the best coffee in chico.great atmosphere too. If your serious about your coffee this is where you want to go

Victoria Davis

Staff was not very nice and looked down at me when I asked for sweeten low. I was rudely told they had stevia.