I really liked this place. We were visiting Chico, and seeing what yelp had to say, and the pub-plus-Magners-on-tap-plus-fun-looking-sandwiches made it a winner. We had kids with us, so we got there an hour before it became 21+. Everyone was friendly, the food came pretty quick relative to how hopping it was. We ordered: Pho-rench dip (w/fries)--I think this was a DDD sandwich, so it's not some hidden gem, but it was super tasty. You cannot go wrong. The slight lime-iness of the dipping broth really kicked it into turbo. Also, we all likes the steak fries--a note on that later. Chicken Cheese Steak (w/fries)--my wife loved it. I tried a bite, and it was great--a little mushroom-forward, but we like that. Mac and Cheese--do not be fooled by the slightly smaller bowl, it is very filling. My son can eat his birth weight in pasta, and he had to tap out! I tried a bite--it was creamy (not grainy at all), and was just the right amount of salty and cheese-funky. Grilled cheese and tomato soup (w/fries)--perhaps the least successful for my family, but only because my daughter prefers a smoky/spicy tomato soup, and this was more on the sweet side. The griled cheese was of the "crispy cheese on the outside" ilk, which my daughter thought was really good. So, totally would go again. IMPORTANT NOTE (to people traveling through Chico, or who don't want to take leftovers)--the sandwiches are pretty big, and the add-on fry order is also sizeable. If we were going again tomorrow, we would either order 1 fry instead of 3. Or split a sandwich. Very very good pub. read more

Let me start off by saying how much I really enjoyed the food here! Excellent menu! Yesterday was my first time here, came in from out of town and really wanted to check this place out. 100% on the food. Ordered the tuna melt and had a delicious coconut cocktail. I would come back for that and sit at the bar! Service- absolutely awful. Our server, Hadley, was very cold, unwelcoming, unhospitable, never once smiled or even tried to fake excitement for having a guests. As someone who has been in the service industry for 20 years, I know first rule is drop your attitude at the door and be nice to the patrons spending their money. We came in to unwind and shake off some recent stresses in our life, she did a great job trying to spoil that for us. read more

Love the Baja Fish Tacos, service and atmosphere. Each taco is $8. Delicious. So many food items to choose from. The bar staff were great and very helpful! read more

The Banshee - Baja Fish Tacos - Bars Near Me - Chico, California

Came in on a Monday night and were seated right away, though the bar itself was fully packed. The playlist was peak elder-millennial: 90s alt rock, just the right kind of nostalgic. You know when you can taste whether a place cleans their lines? The Banshee cleans their lines. Or they go through enough Guinness that it never has time to go stale. Either way, the pour was flawless: perfect temp, perfect head, perfect timing to the table. My partner's a little heartbroken now, knowing he'll be chasing this pour for a long time. As a Vietnamese girl, I was skeptical of the Viet fusion items, but they were done really well with respect to the the original flavor profiles. The tomato soup that came with the grilled cheese was a little tart for me, but my partner loved it. Solid spot. Good food. Excellent beer. Great energy. No wonder it's a staple. read more

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Complete gem in the heart of downtown Chico! I found this place by luck while walking around downtown and can't wait to go back. The staff was incredibly helpful and kind. The place almost feels like a cross between a sports bar and dive bar. What blew my away was they menu items, food and cocktails! read more

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Great food, vibe & service. Always good, clean, considerate staff. We love The Banshee

okay, just had the Steak & Bleu Cheese Quesadilla... holy "words I can't say" Batman! friggin' life changing... keep up the great work and Go Pats :D read more

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Our waitress was very helpful and really kind. I wish I remembered her name because it was just the 4 of us and we had a great first time experience. She recommended good choices to us too. I had a sandwich burger and it was so delicious! She memorized our order without writing anything down and everything came out perfect. She was also very attentive the whole time. I don't really write reviews but as a server, I was really impressed! We definitely will be back! read more

1000% biased review but this place already has my vote of confidence because within 10 minutes of being here they played Kaytranada and Masego on the sound system. Now I will try to be objective for the rest of this review: Ambiance has a good chill vibe on a Saturday night around 11, which sounds late but the night crawlers are still getting dressed so there's that. Came in for an order of wings and staff was cool to let me place the order close to kitchen closing time. Good spot to catch up on ESPN late night before moving on. Food came out quick for late night. Definitely get the sauce for your wings on the side if you like your wings crispy. Yum. Got the classic burger as well. This was pretty damn good with a great size patty and fresh condiments. Solid to wash down with a beer from their various options. Bonus this place has a regular bar as well for cocktails but still gives more brewery vibes. Definitely worthwhile to come check out. read more

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The dark wood, the curtains in the little front windows, the vibe and the food is lovely. Went yesterday for food to go and sat at the bar while we waited. Service was prompt, perhaps some folks complaining haven't worked in service themselves because I've never had a bad experience outside of them being slammed (where a wait is to be expected) The Mac and cheese is bomb and grateful for NA beer selection. Always a favorite when passing through town, been visiting irregularly since they opened and highly recommend. read more

The pho was amazing! Beautiful broth and crisp bean sprouts and fresh herbs. So fun to have it at an Irish Pub in downtown Chico too.

The food, the service, the vibes of this establishment was best! My wifes' burger/fries was top notch! My Pho, been to Vietnam twice, took me back there...1st time there - not the last! 5 stars! read more

The fish tacos and fish and chip plate were super good... my family is from Ireland so I know a good fish and chip when I taste one!!! Highly recommend!!! The staff in here is very friendly and the place offers a chill and comfortable ambiance read more

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Great pub vibe and service. Tried the Steak and Blue Quesadilla for the first time. Not my favorite. For steak and blue cheese it was just too gooey cheesy for my taste. I think I would like it a lot less gooey. BUT, I'll definitely be back to continue exploring the menu. So far, the fish & chips is 5 star. read more

The Banshee - Steak & Blue Quesadilla - Bars Near Me - Chico, California

Out for a nice dinner on Chavez Day. Went out to The Banshee and got the fish and chips... The portion was out of this world! Came with 4 pieces of fish and a ton of fries! The fish was pretty well fried and the fries were super crispy. Came with a huge bowl of tartar to dip and an amazing side of slaw. Im not usually a big fan of cole slaw but this one was one id eat again. The fries although were supper crispy and a large amount, had a little took much salt on them, no biggie tho. I went at 4pm and there were plenty of spaces open. Ordered from the bar after getting our seats. It must have not been dinner time as there weren't any waiters or much other staff other than the bartenders. The whole place was cool, a kind of darker ambiance that really brings a chill vibe. read more

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We got the Braised Brisket Phorench Dip sandwich, the Baja Fish Tacos, and the Pastrami on Rye (not pictured), with Cajun fries on the side. Everything was absolutely delicious. It has a pub vibe which is more small and quaint but everything was great. read more

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A must stop whenever you are in Chico. We walked in on a busy Saturday night and were lucky enough to grab two seats at the bar. We were immediately welcomed with menus and water. Everyone was so attentive and friendly. We were lucky enough to have Liz take care of us all evening. She recommended the Bahn mi tacos. Fire! Made my experience. All the staff was super attentive as well. Well done. Don't skip this place! read more

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Definitely a bar with plenty of seating!! Very casual as well!! I'm happy I got there before they closed the kitchen!! The staff was also very nice :)). Yes a brought a squishmallow to the bar lolz. To be fair he is my travel buddy :)). The food was spectacular for bar food!! BOJ 9/10 who would've thought onion jam was a thing. Sounds weird but that's a reason I got it lolz. But doesn't disappoint either. Didn't take a pic sadly but also very good in presentation Mac and Cheese with Bacon 100/10 was very creamy and had burnt cheese on top! I heard they are know for their mac and cheese and I can see why. Old fashion 7/10 (not my review on this) but said it was an acquired taste for some. read more

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We had a brisket sandwich and a bbq pork sandwich and are more satisfied with the food than our previous visit, however it is presumptuous to list 25%, 20% and 18% tips after the CA Restaurant Association went against the state minimum wage for servers and lost. All your employees now start at the minimum wage or higher. read more

Cool spot to hang and grab a brew but man I was really not stoked with the burger. Ordered it medium and it came back well-done, like really well-done read more

Staff was great, sat at the bar. I wish I could give high marks for the meal. The burger and fries were sooooooo salty. Like the fries were white from the salt. Disappointed! Drinks were good though. Friend had the Ruben. She like it, the side salad had a drizzle, when I say drizzle I mean barely any dressing. Sorry forgot to take a picture. Just trust me read more

Best lunch in town hands down. I have not had anything that wasn't great. Portions are big, share with a friend. If you're hungry, just add an app. Service is also amazing. The people are friendly and helpful. Just do it. read more

The Pho-rench dip was amazing! My drink was delicious and strong. Great atmosphere with great food and excellent service. read more

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Love the food, hate feeling unwelcome by the staff. Particularly Liz. Assuming that's her name by the many other negative reviews describing her, as well as other friends and family around town having similar experiences with her. On several occasions she has been incredibly rude, spiteful, and unwelcoming. I genuinely do not understand why someone hasn't given her an attitude adjustment, or let her go. Plenty of other servers here that do a wonderful job-- sad when one apple spoils the whole bunch. Used to love this place and would go almost every week. Will not be returning. read more

I heard lots of good reviews about this restaurant, so I finally got a chance to check it out. There is a nice old, rustic, feel to this place. When you walk in the bar is to the left and the kitchen, to the right. There are lots of seatings all around the restaurant: at the bar, in front of the kitchen and on the side / back of the house. The portions are pretty big for bar like food! I ordered the fish and chips. Got lots of fries, 3 pieces of fish and two decent size servings of coleslaw and tartar sauce. The fish were delicious! Crispy and flaky! The fries were steak cut fries, thick and kind of over salted / salty. ($20) One of my friends got the quesadilla and the other got the 1/2 portion size Philly cheesesteak with fries- they both enjoyed it too! The service was great.! I was asking for things left and right and our server was very helpful. I was told the bowl of pho was delicious and seasonal ?? Soooo - maybe when it gets colder, I'll come back and try it! But I do want to try their French dip with pho broth ! Sounds delicious! read more

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The Banshee was highly recommended by locals. Stopped in for lunch on a Friday and was able to find a table immediately. The Garlic Parmesan Fries are very garlicky (be warned!), but their Pho-Rench Dip was definitely the star entree! read more

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Food is good lots of choices for anyone. Also lots of beer options as well. The inside is cool and has a unique flow to it. Sometimes the service is spotty so I wouldn't go if you were in a rush. read more

The food was pretty decent, a server by the name Liz B was very rude since we arrived. Very passive aggressive. The ambiance is fine . But I felt as if me and my party was racially profiled. read more

They don't have a big menu, but their food is pretty good. As a vegetarian I usually get they their quesadilla or impossible burger (usually pretty good, but it's been a bit on the salty side lately). Their quesadilla is a healthy portion and it's my favorite meal to get from there. Their fries are bomb and they have a great selection of craft beers! Service is always friendly and fast too! read more

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Loved this place for years. The bahmi French dip is so good. Enhanced with the garlic parm fries and you are in for a treat. Watermelon spicy margi and any number of their taps is good for pairing. Great location near the school and wonder bar tenders. Can't go wrong here. Enjoy. read more

The Banshee - Bahmi French dip - Bars Near Me - Chico, California

Came into Chico to visit my son and we came to Banshee for lunch. Older Bar atmosphere but the food was very tasty My pastrami was great lots of flavor and very soft bread. Caesar salad was perfect. My son had the patty melt. It was huge. He said he really enjoyed it. I recommend this place. read more

I love banshee! One of the best places to eat in the area. There's a large selection of beer and various types of food. The fish tacos are my absolute favorite and I crave them. The Mac and cheese is a close second. I've heard great thing about the burgers but haven't had one yet! read more

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What a fun atmosphere and great drink selection. Excellent customer service, Had a fantastic Philly Cheestake, definitely coming back! read more

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was turned away at 7pm for dinner as it's only 21 and over after 7pm and had our 20 year old with us. it's crazy they're turning college kids away with family for dinner. it's 7pm should he 21 and older after dinner hours.. read more

I won't hesitate to give this place 10 STARS! The Banahee could easily become an addiction. First time there was when I fell in love! The many vegan and vegetarian options were impressive to see. I first and foremost wanted to thank this establishment for the phenomenal service, the surprisingly diverse menu, and most of all for the kitchen staff! The folks in the kitchen seemed able to accommodate virtually any kind of food issues. I'm allergic to all pork products (not an easy food to avoid) and the kindness and sincere care I received was indescribable. The only thing better was the integrity of their food! I am thrilled to have found this gem in downtown Chico! read more

The fish tacos are the best! When in season, try their Pho! It is spectacular! Great environment, great workers, great food! It's good to come for a solo lunch, a date, or gathering with friends and family! read more

The food, service, and ambiance is the best! But the FOOD is what it's ALL about. Ask for the disco ball ;)

Food is amazing, service is nice and friendly ambiance it's probably the best bar in Chico for mellow vibes

My favorite place downtown! A great selection of beer, excellent food that never disappoints & just the right amount of dark & dingy for an pleasant atmosphere read more

We had a great time and great food, love Chico Go Wildcats! Keep it real Chico! Some much fun! See you soon! read more

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