I first tried these juices a couple years ago at a farmers market and was instantly hooked! Live Life Juice Co. just fits into the feeling of Chico. They have two locations, Downtown and Meriam Park, which is great for convenience no matter where you are. I tend to hit up the Meriam Park one because it's close to my office and easy to drop into. I also grab a few bottles when they're set up at Chico's Farmers Markets.
Most people find them at the farmers market first. Then they show up at the shop and wonder why it took them so long.
Walk in and look up. The chalkboard menus cover most of the wall. Cold-pressed juices, refreshers, immunity shots, nut milks, daily specials. Everything is 100% organic and vegan. A lot of it is gluten-free too. They source local produce when they can.
It's mostly a grab and go spot. People pop in, pick up their bottles, and head out. There's a picnic table outside if you want some fresh air while you drink yours and when you're done with your bottles, bring them back. They rinse, sterilize, and reuse them, which helps the environment too!
If it's your first time in and you don't know what to order, just ask the employees behind the counter. They'll definitely give you suggestions based on the flavors you like most. Don't be afraid to try something that sounds a little unusual either. I never thought beet juice mixed with fruit would be something I'd fall in love with, but now I'm hooked. It looks almost too pretty to drink and then it tastes even better than it looks.
The menu goes beyond juice too. They make organic açaí bowls in-house with granola, fresh bananas, strawberries, blueberries, coconut, and chia seeds. There are sweets and savories, plus cleanse packages if you want to reset after a rough week. One stop, a lot of good options.
The Meriam Park store opens at 8 am on weekdays, which works great before work or after a morning loop through Bidwell Park. Weekends it's 10 am to 6 pm. The Downtown spot opens at 9 am on weekdays with the same weekend hours. Good to know if you move between both sides of town.
They also deliver Monday through Friday, 10 am to 4 pm, if you order online. Stop into the Meriam Park location, grab something from the case, and let the folks behind the counter point you in the right direction. You can also catch them at the farmers market or order online for delivery. Visit Live Life Juice Co. online to see the full menu or place an order.
I'm telling you, it's worth a visit!