Nobby's — Restaurant in Chico

Nobby's: King of the Grease. If you want a unique and delicious burger that has established itself as a hometown must-try, Nobby's is the greasy burger joint for you.

The plain burgers, which run about $5.50 and since the cheese is a MUST HAVE it will be another $1.25 on top. The fries are additionally extremely well, and with the cheapest burger on the smaller side it's usually another must have attaching an additional $2.00, with any dipping sauce like ranch constantly an extra 25 cents for every small container. At first glance you think a sub-6 dollar burger is a slamming deal, but when all is said in done you're amounting closer to a $10 purchase. Honestly isn't the worse price yet, but with the sauce and refill drink system it can be a bit off-putting.

The reason people go to Nobby's is the cheese. There's really no other reason to go here, the seating is extremely cramped, the service is pretty good but is coupled with a small staff and busy lines, and the burger itself is nothing to praise on its own. But when you add the cheddar or swiss cheese skirt....it becomes next level. It case you don't know the image it's like a cheese-fried umbrella covering the entirety of the burger and sticking out past the bun. It's best experienced first hand or try and find a photo online. Overall, the burger is fantastic, but not for the weak of heart. The grease coming off those things is enough to knock you out for the day or keep a stomach aching later. Likewise, Nobby's doesn't keep well once the fresh hotness wears off; nothing's worse than cold greasy cheese.

Overall, I highly recommend Nobby's for it's unique presentation and taste. Several people will give this place a 5/5 without second guessing for the flavor alone, but all factors included, a 4/5 seems...

My burger was as good as can be, with good presentation. I prefer a char/flame grilled burger though.

The garlic dip for the fries was very good, and appears to be made in house.

For some reason, they do not offer combo meals, so everything is ordered ala carte - and reflected in the price. They have no fountain machine, so you buy all sodas - by the can.

My friend had the steak sandwich and fries, and was very happy with that meal.

The restaurant is small, with only 4 or 5 tables, and appears to be a former gas station that provides a unique character.

It's not well lit, and slightly cramped. However, if you like cozy, or order to go - this place will be perfect.

The day I was there, the homeless people were abundant outside, and were camping in front of the other doorways, across the driveway. I was concerned with the safety of my vehicle parked outside, and felt slightly guilty eating in front of the homeless population.

Overall, if my burger was flame grilled, and there was a fountain for drinks - I would personally rate 5 stars. This is my reason for a 4 star review.

The staff was friendly, and helpful - hence the 5 star rating for service.

The atmosphere is something that can't be easily changed at this area of town, due to the visible homeless population.

Overall, if you'd like a really good steak sandwich, or a cheeseburger with a large melted skirt around it, and some tasty onion rings with really good garlic sauce - you won't be...

"Nobby's...home of the Famous Cheese Skirt". As much as I enjoy a cheese skirt, and a good burger, that's about it for this eatery. My wife and I went for lunch on a Friday and found out to be pleasantly slow, so we ordered, sat down, and waited. From the menu, we both chose the Nobby burger with cheese, an order of onion rings, and an order of deep-fried mushrooms, with 2 cans of Coke. After about 10 minutes our order was brought to our table, and we proceeded to take stock of what arrived. The burgers were very good with the oversized cheese skirt... but it was the other items that were of discussion. #1... we received 6 (six!!) onion rings on our order for $4.99. A paltry amount for the money spent. #2...a single side of Ranch dressing cost EXTRA to receive and dip our rings, which is usually a free accompaniment with onion rings anywhere. #3... the onion rings were apparently fried in the SAME oil as the Jalepeno poppers, giving them a spicy kick. Not a bad thing, but my wife can't eat peppers of any kind, so it was a little cross-contamination that caused an upset stomach for her. #4...the sodas are pricey per can, so be prepared to either ration your soda, or shell out extra for another drink. The BEST part of the meal, you ask!? The CHEESE SKIRT, of course. Flavorful, cooked to perfection on the burger, and really the only reason to go. If Nobby's sold cheese skirts alone... I'd order 4 and call it a meal. Next time, just a...