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Huckleberry’s brings Southern-style comfort food to Redding
Stacked chicken and waffles. Fried green tomatoes. Cajun eggs Benedict. Bayou hash browns. Mardi Gras beignets. Those are some of the signature dishes at the new Huckleberry’s restaurant in Redding, which opened in December at the former IHOP pancake house. With a name like Huckleberry’s, the tangy fruit stands out as an ingredient for the diner’s muffins and as a topping for waffles, crepes and French Quarter french toast. The Southern-inspired menu also features N’Awlins sandwiches that include shrimp or catfish po’ boys. There’s chicken fried steak, chicken gumbo and another Southern staple, fried okra. Huckleberry’s joins the hub of Hilltop Drive eateries close to Interstate 5 that offer breakfast and lunch fare such as Black Bear Diner, Denny’s and Country Kitchen. Other close-by spots are Lumberjacks, The Brunch House and Jeff’s California Cattle Co. farther down Cypress Avenue. Huckleberry’s evokes a swampy, Bayou theme as soon as you pass through the doors. A custom-made weeping willow tree stands by the register as a replica alligator nicknamed Mad Dog is suspended in his cage above. “Somebody walks in, they see the tree and they see the gator right there,” general manager Kash Deol said. Three wall murals add to the
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More changes coming to downtown Redding, 2 iconic restaurants for sale
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Anthony’s Mediterranean Bar & Grill opens hidden speakeasy with secret entrance
REDDING, Calif. — A hidden speakeasy with a secret entrance is now open inside Anthony’s Mediterranean Bar & Grill in Redding, offering guests a throwback-style drinking experience behind a bookshelf door. Owner Amin Wahbi said the idea came to him two years ago when he first bought the...
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This Northern California Town Blends Gold Rush History With Cozy Cafés And Small-Town Charm
Tucked into the rugged terrain of Trinity County sits a place where brick storefronts and weathered wood shake hands with modern coffee shops and galleries. Weaverville carries the weight of California Gold Rush stories while offering the kind of unhurried rhythm that draws visitors looking for something quieter than the usual tourist circuit.
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Redding's 'The Park' food truck hub returns Feb. 27, open seven days a week
REDDING, Calif. — The Park in Redding is opening soon and expanding hours for the coming months. The food truck hub is going to be open seven days a week in March, April and May. There have been some recent food closures in the area of restaurants like Pasta...
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Redding council could approve money to raze nuisance bar building
The Redding City Council is primed to approve an abatement order and the needed money to demolish the former Bert & Ernie’s bar building, which authorities have said has been a nuisance, and a safety and health hazard for several years. At the Tuesday, Feb. 17, meeting, council members will be asked to approve a resolution that appropriates $40,000 toward the demolition of the 825 Industrial St. building. The money would come from salary savings from the city’s building division. Also, the council will be asked to approve the abatement order that was handed down by the city’s Administrative Hearings Board at its Dec. 17 meeting . The item is on the consent agenda, which includes a list of routine issues and usually does not involve discussing individual items on the list. However, the council typically allows public comment on consent agenda items. Tuesday’s resolution comes after Code Enforcement Supervisor Seth Dressler at the Jan. 20 council meeting asked for $40,000 from the city’s general fund reserves to pay for the demolition. The council instead directed Dressler to come back and propose utilizing salary savings and code enforcement department funds to pay for the demolition. Neighboring businesses have lost patience
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Redding city council meeting Tuesday on demolishing fire-damaged bar
The Redding City Council is set to discuss the future of the abandoned "Bert and Ernie's Bar" today. The council will consider a resolution to use personnel savings to demolish the property located on Industrial Street.
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This Train-Themed Restaurant In California Turns Dinner Into A Storybook Experience
Imagine stepping into a dining room where vintage railroad cars have been transformed into intimate spaces for memorable meals. At the Jubilee Railroad Wilderness Lodge in Dunsmuir, California, the Dining Car offers guests a chance to enjoy dinner inside beautifully restored train cars that once traveled America’s rails. This...
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The Buzz over new grocery store in Redding, latest at ex-Jindra's
It’s almost like Jennifer Guarino never left the building. Guarino is manager of the new Val-U MART that opened inside the former Rite Aid early in February in Westwood Village in south Redding. She has worked in retail for about 30 years and her most recent job prior to Val-U MART was managing the Rite Aid in Westwood Village before it closed last year. “I was able to bring back several of my former Rite-Aid employees,” Guarino said. Moreover, Guarino gets a kick when a customer will see her or another ex-Rite Aid employee and say, ‘Oh my god, you’re back.’“ Val-U Mart opened Thursday, Feb. 5, and plans to celebrate its grand opening at 10 a.m. on Feb. 27. “We are going to do a ribbon cutting and we will have a lot of our vendors to talk about their items. We have a lot of fun activities planned,” Guarino said. Store hours are 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. daily. Val-U Mart fills a much-needed niche in that area of south Redding, a neighborhood grocery store. That shopping center was without one after SAV-MOR Foods closed last February . “It’s been really well-received by the community,” Guarino said. The
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Grand opening of Bonus Round Arcade Bar in downtown Redding
REDDING, Calif. - Downtown Redding is gearing up for a fun-filled time with the grand opening of Bonus Round, an arcade-themed bar, on Friday, February 13. The new venue, located at 1665 Pine Street, promises to bring retro gaming vibes combined with a modern bar experience. According to Bonus Round,...
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That's Amore. Nello’s Place to host hundreds of Valentine’s Day diners
Romance is in the air at Nello’s Place in Redding. Redding’s renowned Italian dining spot is gearing up for another busy Valentine’s Day this Saturday, Feb. 14. Jim Dad, who owns Nello’s with his wife, Rosa, had to stop taking reservations for the special night when the booking list swelled to 300. Reservations filled fast, within about three weeks. “That’s probably the quickest we’ve ever sold,” Dad said. “You open those doors up and (customers) just start coming in here," the long-time restaurateur said; "We’ll have a 35-table rotation to do 300 people.” Couples who couldn’t snag a Saturday slot were being squeezed in for Friday, which also was selling out. Nello’s popularity on Cupid’s day shouldn’t be a surprise considering it once again was voted the top romantic restaurant in the latest Best of North State Community’s Choice Awards. The Bechelli Lane location also took three other best-of honors for premier dining experience, fine dining and best Italian food in 2025. “I always tell them, thank you very much,” Dad said. Setting the mood at Nello's Place Don’t be surprised if there’s already a line of customers when the doors open at 5 p.m., especially on the weekends. The
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What's being built at former Popeyes on Lake Boulevard?
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Hidden speakeasy opens inside this downtown Redding restaurant
Amin Wahbi realized a dream when he relocated his Anthony’s Mediterranean Cuisine to downtown Redding nearly two years ago to the Cascade Square building near the corner of California and Placer streets. Now the restaurant has opened a new chapter with The Speakeasy. Wahbi spent about six months converting a backroom in the restaurant to a classic throwback to Prohibition times when patrons would hang out at a top-secret location and imbibe. Of course, alcohol is no longer illegal, but the nostalgia lives on. The Speakeasy inside Anthony’s is behind a door that from the restaurant looks like a bookshelf on a back wall. “This is the real speakeasy. No one has a hidden a door like that,” Wahbi said. Inside is a dimly lit bar with a few tables. The spot is small by design because Wahbi said he wanted a sort of intimate ambience. No membership is required, rather customers can text 530-201-1801 to reserve a seat. The Speakeasy is open 4 to 11 p.m. Thursday, Friday and Saturday. And bourbon is a big part of the experience. Wahbi said he has about 900 different types. “We have been building the inventory for almost two years. This is
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DeVine opening soon at former View 202 spot in Redding
After months of work repurposing the former View 202 in Redding, DeVine expected to celebrate its grand opening Saturday, Feb. 7. The restaurant, at 202 Hemsted Drive, will be open from 5 to 9 p.m. Ahead of Saturday’s premiere, the restaurant opened its doors to first-responders on Thursday, Feb. 5, serving them a complimentary meal. “This private event is our way of saying thank you for your dedication and bravery in keeping us safe every day,” the restaurant posted on its Facebook page. View 202 closed last September after being in business more than a decade in Redding. The former restaurant opened in 2012. Prior to that, it had been Rivers, which was built and opened after the Hatch Cover restaurant burned down in 2006. Hatch Cover operated there for 28 years. The building was sold last September to 202 Hemsted, a limited partnership, for $1.7 million, according to Shasta County property records. The building’s new owner does not own and operate DeVine, restaurant representatives have said. The Hemsted Drive building went on the market after former owner Joe Wong died in 2024 . The same ownership group that operates DeVine bought the former Dry Creek Station in Bella Vista
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DeVINE restaurant in Redding offers free meals to first responders at soft opening
REDDING, Calif. — First responders got a chance to eat for free on Thursday at a Redding restaurant that's set to open soon. The restaurant is called "DeVINE," located where View 202 was previously. Thursday marked a soft opening, to ensure that everything is running smoothly when they fully open. Operations manager Shannel Delaloza says this helps the restaurant and they can give back to people who give so much.
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'Peace, love and pizza' rules Goodtimes pizzeria in Palo Cedro
Palo Cedro pizza makers Troy and Cinnamon Parrott raise the bar high when it comes to pizza parlors. The Parrotts own Goodtimes Pizza & Things , which recently was voted first place for pizzas – once again – in the Best of North State Community’s Choice Awards for 2025. Goodtimes has dominated the pizza category in the online contest that’s sponsored each year by the Record Searchlight. The Parrotts’ winning streak dates back to 2019 as testimony to their reputation. (In case you’re curious, the two finalists that trailed Goodtimes for 2025 were Cinders Wood Fired Pizza and Fratelli’s Pizza Parlor.) The couple recently shared their thoughts on what it takes to remain a consistent fan favorite. Here are six takeaways. 1. Quality pledge “Consistency, customer service and I think we have a very strong following because of our community and how involved we are with the community,” Troy explained. “We have a super great crew and I think we have a really great product,” he added. Troy points to freshness and a commitment for quality ingredients. “I do make my dough fresh every day. I do make my sauce fresh every day. … We don’t get another product because
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TURTLE BAY TUESDAY: Chocolate After Dark returns for two nights of indulgence
REDDING, Calif. — Chocolate lovers are in for a treat as the Turtle Bay Museum hosts its annual "Chocolate After Dark" event on Thursday and Friday, Feb. 5-6. The after-hours event, exclusively for those 21 and older, promises an array of wine tastings and chocolates from local makers. "It's...
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Redding mural is 'Buzz'-ing, Siskiyou County brewery closes
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Buffalo Wild Wings is a GO at this Redding spot. Retro arcade opens
About a decade ago, construction actually started on a Buffalo Wild Wings in the Target shopping center parking lot between Blimpie Subs and the old Sports Authority. But work stopped after the shopping center’s owners discovered Sports Authority had a clause in its lease that said a restaurant can’t be closer than 300 feet from its front door. Sports Authority ended up closing, and the rumors started flying that Buffalo Wild Wings was getting a new lease on life in Redding. In the ensuing years, Redding’s restaurant market has become saturated with fast-casual chicken restaurants. But no Buffalo Wild Wings. That's about to change. Work has started on a Buffalo Wild Wings on the northwest end of the Target center in a space between Blimpie and Sweet Fitness Kickboxing. But this will not be the Buffalo Wild Wings you might be familiar with. No big screen TVs. No bar. This is the restaurant’s to-go concept, which it launched in 2020. Called Buffalo Wild Wings GO, the Redding location essentially will be for to-go orders only. From my research, it sounds like there could be some dine-in business, but the driver here will be takeout and delivery orders. And no drive-thru.