Just alright cocktails, good pastrami but needed a bit more to make it special. Service also a little slow. Cocktails: Purple Talk and El Diablo. Neither was outstanding and both were higher priced. I did appreciate the bartender subbing in mezcal for me in the El Diablo though. Dinner: Pastrami sandwich and coleslaw. Coleslaw just wasn't my style; I like mine sweeter and this was more vinegar based and didn't have enough dressing. Sandwich had great bread and super tender pastrami and cheese...but that was about all I tasted. If they just added a few more veggies and a savory sauce, I think this could be amazing. Just a little bland as is, but good quality. My brother got the bahn mi tacos which he really enjoyed. I had a bite and liked it more than my dinner! Give them a try. Service was a little slow even sitting at the bar, had to ask for everything I needed. Overall it was an alright experience, but wouldn't go out of my way to come back. read more

The Banshee - Purple Talk - Bars Near Me - Chico, California

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My husband loved the fish tacos! My son eats there frequently. I can't wait to go there myself

We decided to give this place a try on the way home from a vacation. We were pulled in after looking at their unique menu and great reviews. The feeling that you get once you walk in the door is- dive bar with a twist! I could definitely see my self drinking a lot here and feeling really comfortable. The service was pretty nice. We sat in the back because we had two little kids. Our server was traditional and hit all of the marks. Might make it a traditional to stop here as often as we can. read more

After TRIPLE-D.... Taco banh mi was good. And banh mi sandwich dip was alright. DO NOT get their coleslaw it have no flavor and I'm a little disappointed about that. They should really recreate their coleslaw recipes cause that shouldn't be too hard. If they are able to combine vietnamese fusion in their menu. Its was pretty much thinly chop bowl of cabbage and pitch of black pepper sprinkle on top of it. Sorry no picture. Service: I went during lunch time around 1pm and there was this very young nice lady. She served me immediately after I sat down. And was very prompt. read more

The Banshee - The banh mi sandwich. - Bars Near Me - Chico, California

Good looking pub in the heart of downtown Chico. Convenient parking is an issue. Nice selection of brews. Very good service, middle of the day, early in the week and it was busy. Obviously popular with the locals, always a good sign. CSUC alum and I was not disappointed in re-visiting Chico charm and good food. My build a burger and sides (slaw) were excellent! read more

Just amazing!! Love that there is options but it's not a huge menu. Fish tacos, Mac n cheese and wings hit the spot!! Was wanting to try the pho but it's not available during the summer. Our server was sweet and it was great that you could seat yourself. The atmosphere was nice, could make for a great date night, spot to hang with friends or wanting to grab a drink! read more

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Taste is fresh and quality, service was good and 8nside has character. I wish I could have brought in my dog but takeout was worth eating here read more

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This is a bar first so the service is self seated which took us a while to figure out... overall really impressive bar food, innovative and diverse menu! First visit: My boyfriend got the Pho which was incredible. We were very impressed by the presentation and the flavors, spot on. I got a burger which was delicious too. The Pho french dip was out so we had to come back to try... Second visit: Split the pho french dip and it was insane! Pork was so flavorful and what a unique concept. It was a bit rich but I still liked it. read more

Stay away with the bartender with the blonde eyebrows another employee that hates her job the guys were cool

Food is really great! Had the pastrami sandwich, Mac and cheese, and the Cajun fries all really good choices!

Great food and atmosphere! Only complaint, the main bartender was on his phone the whole time. Would take our order and then go text rather than make our drinks. Maybe I sound like a Karen, but after working in the industry it's just not cool. read more

The Banshee is my going-out-go-to. This might seem like a paid review, but I really am just a long-time enthusiastic fan and customer of 10+ years and after all the good times and great food, I think I should speak up (despite not wanting them to be any busier than they can get, lol). Whether friends or family visiting from out of town or just wanting a treat, the food is amazing and their beers on tap are rotated semi-frequently, so there's always something new to try but your mainstay will likely always be cold and ready for you. The food... you can't go wrong. Will knows what he's about and he designed a great menu. From hand-made burgers - both build-your-own and the chef-crafted - taste great, to awesome fish tacos, tasty pho and don't you dare skip the baked mac n cheese which is customizable with various fillings like bacon, jalapenos, mushrooms, etc. It's classic bar food but done beautifully. Their fries... oof, perfectly cut and fried with Cajun seasoning as an option. Of course, it is a bar first and foremost, so seating (first come, first served) can be a bit of an issue for bigger groups. In fact, I would recommend NOT coming here with a big group unless you're just drinking, its just going to be stressful waiting for seating since guests will linger to enjoy their drinks and the atmosphere. Check their hours and show up 30+ mins early to secure a table for your party if you need to sit more than 3-4, especially if there is a game on. They have two big "community-seating" tables up front by the tv's to hang with 6 (ideally) to 8 (snug) people plus sitting at the long bar (where you can also order food, just ask the friendly bartenders). Not much more to know besides that. The staff has always been great (unless you're being an overly drunk a-hole), but always professional and fair. I hope the Banshee is here to stay for a very long time. Oh and if you're looking for something a bit more upscale/less "sports-bar", check out their sister-bar around the corner, B Street Public House. Thanks for all the good times Banshee! read more

Always heard the fish tacos were amazing. They're not that amazing. Average at best. A small piece of deep fried fish stick with some kind of Mayo-based sauce (cole slaw? I dunno) on small street taco tortillas. That's it. Tasty but tiny and overpriced. read more

Best pastrami sandwich I've ever had in my life. Vibe was super cool for a Saturday night and not too busy since we went after graduation. Will definitely be back. read more

Life-changing experience and flavor explosion that I almost didn't get a chance to experience. The Banshee made a comeback post-apocalyptic COVID. I got to hear about their Fish Tacos for 2 years before experiencing it myself. I would like to underline and highlight the word " experience". For me, this is actually an understatement. Since the Banshee Fish taco experience. I have introduced family members and also come up with any excuse to get to Chico and get my fish taco fix. Do yourself a favor, go get a damn fish taco. The only thing I must warn you about, is fish tacos are not created equal. You've been chasing a white buffalo your whole life until you experience the Banshee fish taco. I literally will never order a fish taco anywhere ever again. Peace, Love, Tacos read more

The Banshee - Best Fish Taco you ever slammed - Bars Near Me - Chico, California

Best Food in town!!! The service and options on the menu you can't order wrong! Knowing the bar staff can pour any drink you possibly want with perfection! The loudness of the banchee's atmosphere is perfect for a night out in Chico! read more

Nice quiet pub. I had the banh mi tacos. Servers were nice and food came out on a timely manner . Great place to have a drink or two.

After coming here after visiting B street..this clearly should have been my first stop! It was my first time here and I definitely will be back. The bartenders were super friendly and attentive, also patient as my friend and I wanted to order food but also wanted to have a few drinks first. There are a few TVs that had NFL playing which was nice and both bar and table seats. We did come on a Monday during the Xmas holidays, so it was pretty busy for a weekday! I got two drinks that were yummy, a dragon fruit cider and a spicy margarita and I loved both! After looking at reviews, I decided to get the Baja style fish tacos and they were amazing! I ordered two and was definitely stuffed after the two! My friends got the house salad that looked delicious and an order of fries. I was visiting just for the day from LA but I definitely will be back here when I visit chico again! read more

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Got the Bahn Mi and the Fish Tacos. Though the helpings were large (regular tortilla size not small street taco size) the flavor was VERY meh. Got a side of garlic fries, those were better than both tacos. Kids ordered burgers and the enjoyed them. Service was prompt, our waiter was nice. It was pretty dark inside, even for being daylight outside. Some more lighting on the dining side would have been nice. Wouldn't visit again, wouldn't recommend friends to come, at least not for the price ($104 after tax, included 3 fountain drinks and one mixed drink). What we got I wouldn't consider a good value. Will be trying somewhere else next time. read more

Classic Pub vibe Guinness pour was excellent Fish taco was very good! staff was nice. Over all great experience. read more

Service was very bad today, was surprised to get such bad service from such a nice looking bar. A "manager" (Liz) tried to give me a huge platter of food that was obviously meant for more people than me and argued with me about it. Then the party of four next to me chimed up and claimed it. No apology, in fact Liz doubled down, so I left. Went back a few days later and a bartender I didn't remember told me I wasn't welcome. Obviously I won't be back. The woman has problems. read more

Should've heeded yelpers saying the service was bad. Work dinner so not my choice. The first server was hopeless, I get it. The second server was seasoned but couldn't be more jaded. This is her world and we unfortunately stumbled into it. Her attitude soured all twelve of ours. Food was fine/good. read more

Great food. The garlic parmesan fries are definitely a share for the table size. The roasted veggie quesadilla was "Absolutely delightful" -Chloe, 2024 read more

The Banshee - Roasted vegetable and goat cheese quesadilla - Bars Near Me - Chico, California

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The food has always been great but the last few times I've gone the service is soooo horrible! The servers seem like they hate their life and they hate you! Last two times I went they didn't even give the tables menus or take drink orders she just came up to the table as asked what we wanted. Then didn't give utensils. I wish I could say this was a one time occurrence but it's happened a handful of times now read more

Food is amazinggg . I moved to LA years ago but everytime I come back this is my first stop ! Brisket Pho sandwich is the BEST read more

The Banshee - Brisket Pho sandwich - Bars Near Me - Chico, California

My husband and I decided to stop in and eat here last minute. Service was surprisingly fast due to how busy it was. We was in and out in 30-40 min if that, which for chico is awesome. Both bartenders very nice. We sat in an awkward spot by the dish room cause nothing else was available but the food and service made it worth it! I got fish & chips and my husband got one of the bartenders favorite burgers and both were delightful. Probably one of our new favorite spots read more

Good food. EVERY TIME. Consistent delicious food. Get the Bahn Mi Pork Tacos. They are sooo good. You probably only need two. read more

The Banshee - Bars Near Me - Chico, California

Had the Pho bowl. Delish! Husband had the pastrami sandwich which he loved. We will be back!

First time in Chico and saw that this bar had some pretty strong ratings. It also helps that this establishment is open later and has a pretty laid back vibe. Bartenders were very helpful and friendly. The person helping me took the time to review the menu and go over which items were popular. Decided to order one of their double IPA's and Philly Cheese Steak with fries. I believe there was an additional charge for the fries, but if you went with coleslaw, it would have been less costly. The food was actually good, I went with the half size and it was very sizable as well as filling. It was really hot, which tells you everything is made very fresh and this plate came with a pickle slice. Cost wise, I was in the $14-$16 area with tip, which is not bad at all. Overall, I will probably return to try their other popular options. read more

The Banshee - Bars Near Me - Chico, California

Stopped in with a friend for a drink on Wednesday night. I have always walked past this place but never stopped to give it a try. There is a long bar to sit at but only a few tables. I don't see this as a place to go for a sit down dinner but more of a place to stop for drinks and have a good time. I ordered the Kentucky Halo. It was very good and both bartenders were very kind & polite. I want to come back to try their food but I had come in around 9:30pm and the kitchen was closed (totally understandable). Thank you for creating a welcoming atmosphere for me and my friend the other day! See you guys soon! read more

The Banshee - Kentucky Halo - Bars Near Me - Chico, California

I love the fish tacos more than anything. I eat in downtown Chico. They always taste perfect. The service was five star and I can always count on the staff even if they're super busy which usually they are. Cheers. read more

Saw this place on Diner's, Drive In's and Dives and had to give it a try. The 1.5 hour drive was worth it. Hubby ordered Pho-rench Dip and I had the Bahn Mi tacos. Both were super delicious and they do not skimp on portions. The next day, my brother went and had burger, fries, and mac n cheese and sent me pics. We'll be back for sure! read more

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Their Pho is literally the best I have ever had and I'm extremely picky. Great quality food!

The food is semi fancy if the cook does it right, that's the problem. Great atmosphere and Chico vibes read more

The Banshee - Unsatisfactory - Bars Near Me - Chico, California

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One of or thee, best burger in town. If I was younger I would enjoy the music and an active looking social scene. The service is almost always pleasant and proficient. read more

Went at opening time at 11am. It got packed quick. Best Caesar salad I've had in ages. Great burgers, but Bacon Onion jam was very sweet (too sweet for my personal taste). Burger buns are yummy. Cajun fries were well seasoned steak fries. Great experience overall! read more

This is a bar with food, not a restaurant with a bar. We sat in the back because even at 3PM on a Saturday, the place was packed. Husband got fish & chips. They were so so. Nothing to write home about. I had the brisket french dip w/ Pho broth. IT was good but fatty. Oh yeah, a glass of beer was $7 bucks. Over priced food that was just ok. The waiter and staff were excellent and the best part of the meal. read more

Had a nice Reuben sandwich and a cold beer. My niece loved their hamburger. Great service and atmosphere. read more

Pho and Bahn mi tacos- really excellent pub food. Great spot in downtown Chico. The staff does good job with quick service -we love it there. read more

I went last night to dine in, I'm a much older lady in my 60s plus!! The man that was seating me asked for my ID stating that no one can come in unless they see an ID I'm clearly 3 times 21 I laughed thinking he was joking but no he was insisting that I show him my ID and I had left my purse in the car because I don't like carrying a purse down town at night, I understand about checking ID for college students but a senior and not allowing me to get a table, I'm flabbergasted! read more