Aspire is surrounded by a variety of superb food options, making it easy to enjoy a scrumptious lunch in Northridge. Whether you need a quick bite to eat or are searching for a new favorite lunch spot, here are three restaurants that you can walk to from our apartments near CSUN.

California Chicken Cafe

The California Chicken Cafe in Northridge has been serving the community since 2002. Residents can enjoy flavorful rotisserie chicken, salads, wraps, family-size meals, sides, soups, and beverages that are all made in-house. Fill up on a half chicken meal for only $6.25, which includes four pieces of chicken and white or whole wheat pita bread. They are open for lunch beginning at 10:45 a.m. from Monday through Saturday, and at 11:30 a.m. on Sundays. Order online for takeout or drive up.

Pita Pockets

Rated at 4.5 stars on Yelp, Pita Pockets is the go-to spot for residents that enjoy Middle Eastern cuisine. Their menu consists of gyros, chicken shawarma, a variety of kabobs, salads, veggie plates, and an assortment of sides. You can expect to find authentic recipes that come in hearty portions as a pita wrap, on laffa bread, or as a plate dish. Pita Pockets is currently open on Mondays through Saturdays, beginning at 11:00 a.m. Order through Yelp for delivery or takeout.

Fishbowl Poke Co.

Fishbowl Poke Co. is a popular sushi alternative that is located at only a stone's throw away from our Northridge apartments. They follow the build-your-own-bowl concept, offering a wide range of ingredients to choose from for a truly customized meal. Begin your bowl with sushi rice, brown rice, spring salad, or kale noodles, then add your choice of fresh seafood followed by as many toppings and sauces as you want. Fishbowl Poke Co. is open for lunch 7 days a week, beginning at 12:00 p.m. and you can order online for delivery or takeout.

If you’re craving something sweet after your lunch in Northridge, be sure to check out these great local dessert shops. For more information on Aspire Northridge, contact us today.