Love Lynn and her staff. They have a great wine selection and everything is reasonably priced. This is my go to spot to relax and enjoy a glass of wine. They have both indoor and outside seating and allow dogs on the patio. Great ambiance and music too. You can't go wrong going here! read more

We had some delicious wines and played bingo for charity. They pick a different local charity each week. The prizes were very generous, and crowd was friendly. Definitely worth a return visit! read more

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A great place to relax and meet friends , the service is exceptional

Ok, I've been there again several more times.... *different bartenders (Emily, Kelly and Dana--LOVE) *different patrons from before *different music selections (Nelly Furtado, some Brit pop...), *chatted with the bar's super-friendly owner, Lynne (LOVE) *actually ate food there this time (cheese platter--copious amounts of damn good cheese to go with your damn good wine): ALL WONDERFUL!!! It's official. I'm hooked. PS Highly recommend the Hey Mambo meritage--luscious, garnet-red, and well, it's almost sexy. $7/glass. PPS They have way more beer selections than I first thought--like 20+, including what they have on tap. read more

My fiancé and I met here for our first date back in 2015. We try to go back every year on the anniversary of our first date for a few glasses of wine. Great little wine bar and nice people. read more

Came in last night for the first time. Cool little spot we have in Benicia and the name for the place is perfect. Service was good and the atmosphere at first was really chill and relaxed. A group came in getting pretty loud and was sounding all "yuppie'ish". They have a cool chill spot right in the front that can get kinda crammed. Gotta keep alcohol within a 12x12 roped off area or move it back inside. Would be nice if that space was bigger. I thought the prices were very fair. I would have to pay double in SF for what we had. All in all it was a good experience and im sure once we get the kids out of our hair again we'll come back if we stay local. read more

Beautiful little wine bar with outdoor seating in good weather. Elegant interior. Great, friendly service. Shannon, behind the bar, even remembered my name when I came back the next time and brought a friend. Easily one of my favorite places. Be sure to get the cheese and fruit platter. --David Portrait Painter: DarrowArt DOT com read more

*Deep breath in, deep breath out.* There now, don't we feel better? :) Just the name of this place calms me down! The Chill is a "go-to" spot for us Benicia-natives; especially when the goal of the evening is to talk, relax, and enjoy- rather than forget our names, location, and common sense. The bartenders are extremely friendly and the atmosphere is inviting. I especially like sitting up front at the round table and chairs. They always serve something I'm bound to like! The only "negative" I can think out is the layout over all. With the extremely long counter space, this place is more rectangular- less square, which really seems to bother me. If you aren't sitting at the front or the back, it gets a little squished! read more

Chilling at The Chill, Taryn is AWESOME she always makes us feel right at home! After just coming here a couple times she knows our names and what we like. She also has great tips on new wines from time to time. Great place to hang out with friends and relax. Also very dog friendly. read more

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The name is perfect for this place because it's a cool place to just come and chill and have a glass of wine or beer. I don't know who is in charge of the music but they have great taste the few times I've gone it's been oldies playing and oldies never disappoint and music really sets the tone so great job whoever puts that on. The ladies that work behind the bar are often really nice too and great customer service is a must. If you just want to chill and enjoy a nice glass of wine or beer this is your place ! read more

I'm forever reminded of the night I received a phone call from a family friend telling me that my step father was dancing on the bar here playing his harmonica! This is the place to do just as the name suggests, CHILL. The bartenders are friendly, and quick. They like to start-up conversations, and remember your drink! I could go on and on, but really, it would be too long of a post. Give it a try, I'm sure you'll enjoy more than the wine! read more

A wine and Beer bar, great little place to Chill :o) Small, yet perfect for a double date or just a great place to go with a friend to unwind. The service is amazing, they're really on top of it. It has this beautiful copper bartop, which is long and faces mirrors to give the feeling that the space is larger. Good wine and beer selection. I love this place! read more

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Had an hour or two to burn before meeting up with someone, so I went here with my girlfriend to grab a quick drink. I had a pint and she had a glass of wine. The tap selection was limited, but not unexpected as this really is a wine bar. Prices were fair, if not slightly high given the area. We were there on a Thursday night and the only people under the age of probably 40 were the female bartenders. There were a LOT of boozey divorcees enjoying themselves. Overall, a decent spot, best if one is older and looking for a glass of wine. read more

The Chill is as a few have eluded "chill." Something unexpected in in the quiet little bedroom community that aspires to the tourist heights of Sausalito or Carmel where the local fair is a mix of dive bars, cute tourist shops and coastal themed dining. The Chill. Why are you in Benicia? You live there, you work there? Passing through, maybe visiting family? An easy setting, low lighting, casual yet upscale feel. An excellent wine and beer selection served up by friendly, accommodating staff (maybe the owner or the owners family?) The Chill is perfect for relaxing on the way home from the office, with friends/guests, and I'd say even to bring clients. Some great beers and dynamite wine list make this a necessary downtown Benicia destination. [end] read more

Great place to go. I've taken all my first date there! Lol The barmaids are always good and know what they're talking about, It's a shot gun saloon, But the ambience of benicia, So give it a try and relax:-) read more

Can't believe I've never reviewed this place before. I've been here many times. They've got great sangria! It's a good place to meet up with some friends, but it can get really crowded. read more

I absolutely love this place. Bartenders are always very friendly. Make you feel like family. The owner Lynne is always there with a smile really makes you feel loved. Only place in Benicia to go get a glass of wine. Regulars are just like one big happy family. I've never tried it but hear it has the best sangria in the west. read more

The Chill is one of the places I ALWAYS go when we're in downtown Benicia. It's laid back, but usually fairly busy. The wine list is fair enough, but the crowd is a little mellower than at some of the other places we frequent on First Street. I love the option to sit inside or outside. it's not super cheap but it's always a great place to start the evening or to go for just one drink on a mellow night. read more

I've been in here a few times. Note that you can have a totally different experience here depending on what day you show up. But the wine is always great. My favorites are the white blend Obsession and 7 Deadly Zins Zin. On thursdays it is totally and completely crowded! Wall to wall, back to front, people loud and laughing, getting soused and having a great time doing it. They were mostly middle age-rs (such as myself) very casually dressed. Mostly singles in groups but also some guys hanging out to watch the sports with no sound, and some couples. 2nd time was on a weekend and there was NOBODY inside - deserted and very quiet. Weird. Decided that it must be the Thursday farmer's market that brings them in here - people shop the market on the street out front and then wander in for a glass or two before wandering back home with their freshies. Definitely worth a visit even if just to have one great glass of wine. read more

A wonderful spot that embodies its name "The Chill". Stop by for a cool glass of wine on the patio on a hot summer evening or cozy up inside with a group of friends. Excellent service, nice wine selection - perfect for locals and visitors alike! read more

When I lived in Benicia for 3 years, I loved afternoon delights here with their Sangria! The staff is incredibly sweet, know their regulars, fantastic attention to detail, and conversation is always fun with perfect strangers chillin (pun intended) and the bartenders! The owner is a doll and I gotta tell ya their Sangria is like medicine to my soul after only 2 lol! Go to the Chill to relax with their wine selection, cheese plate, the ambience, the people watching, and especially, that Sangria!! Love, love! Shoutout to my girl, Michele, who works there now! She's an amazing addition to that sweetheart of a team at the Chill! read more

I don't normally go out in downtown Benicia. There is just much left to be desired. I have gone to The Chill on more than one occasion, and I like it. It's a small place, but they have a nice wine selection, and the staff is always very friendly and helpful. If you're looking to have a drink or two and just unwind, this is the perfect place. I don't go very often, but if I do decide to go grab a drink in Benicia, this is normally the top of my list. read more

perfect place for a night out with your man very nice service love the place very much

Love, love, love The Chill! Such a cute, comfy, perfect little spot for a glass of wine with the hubby. Great bartenders, lovely little wine and beer list, Sangria that is second to none, great music, and an atmosphere that instantly makes you feel at home makes for a local spot that rocks! Things really get hopping on Thurday nights during the Farmer's Market, when it can get crowded, but if you get there a little early and stake out your space, you're set. Stop in and enjoy a glass of Rombauer Zin...we did tonight, and had a splendid time! read more

I love thisnplace. The bar tenders are very friendly and attentive. My favorite is Taryn. Nice relaxed place to kick back. read more

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The people here are super friendly. The wine is average priced around $6-8 a glass. They also have other cocktails like Moscow Mule and the like. It's clean and the ambience is nice but also casual. They do a Bingo fundraiser about once a month and donate all the bingo proceeds to charity. They also seems to attract a decent crowd. read more

Perfect little date spot! Always great service, and music! This local wine bar is by far my favorite in Benicia! Not that there are that many to choose from however always a great place to be. Appetizers would be a great thought to think about, a bit to much wine and you almost always need a little salty treat ;0~ read more

I like The Chill. Just like The Rellik Tavern, I don't see myself coming here more than once a month, if that. However, it's a place I know I can take some friends who like wine and want to hang out, be able to hear each other talk, and get great service from behind the bar. I like that there are tables out front, but I forgot to check if you can drink outside or not. read more

One of the best bars in Benicia. Good wine, good people. Taryn and Dana are awesome! Owner Lynne is amazing! prices are very resonable

So we've been back there and I had a great time. Yes, it's not 100% upscale and yes there was someone eating pizza at the bar. But so what. It's still one of the nicest places in Benicia to get a drink. The staff was super nice and attentive and the drinks were good. You can get Sangria there FYI. I know I said the vibe was strange but I get it now. It's Benicia. read more

Nice place to unwind with good company and a glass of wine or beer. Good prices, nice decor, friendly staff, doesn't get too crowded like the other local bars and btw there is outdoor seating available which is really nice especially on warm evenings. read more

This is my go-to spot to have a cold beer or a nice glass of wine. The servers are friendly and personable. The owner Lynne Parella is the best! She greets customers with a warm smile and a hearty, "What can I get you?" The Chill rocks! read more

A good place to relax and have a good draft beer or if you fancy wine they have a very broad selection. The bartenders are very friendly and remember you name and the type of drink when you walk in which is a definite plus in my book. Two thumbs up and a cart wheel ha ha.... read more

I was pleasantly surprised by the wine selection. I went here with a bunch of long time friends to catch up over a few drinks. The staff was friendly and the prices were reasonable. I paid $10 for a nice pour of the 7 deadly Zins. FYI - the bathrooms are outside. People go out back and in the front to smoke. It can be hard to form conversational groups because the main path is between the bar seats and the tables - but somehow we managed! read more

This place is pretty cool and a good place to go and have a glass of wine for sure. It's really small though so when it gets crowded it's really crowded. read more

Small place, but when you are there, you are family! The bartenders are very personable. They pay attention and actually ask how you are doing. Not a great place for a date, it is louder, maybe date #2. read more

This is my favorite place to go. It really is chill. The owner Lynne is awesome and she always has a smile on her face and the staff is amazing, especially Michelle. read more

Great place in downtown for a chill drink. Nice lighting, and bar. Lots of seating. I've gone there with my wife on several occasions and it never disappoints. -Great selection of local and imported wines -Nuts to eat at the bar -Fresh Sangria (always worth a glass) read more

Wine selections are really good, and when I bring my beer drinking hubby, he likes the beer selections. The wine pourers are very nice and attentive, especially when it is not busy. 4/5: When it is busy, it is very loud and quite bar-like. read more

I was reminded again today how much I Love the Chill! It is always nice to frequent places where the owner (Lynn ) takes the time to stop and chat with her guests and even remembers your name. It reinforces why we like to support our small business. The warm and welcoming environment and the relaxed atmosphere make it great place to sip on a glass of wine prior to attending Farmers Market or after a dinner out. We personally had a fantastic experience with the Chill when they hosted my baby shower. Stop by and enjoy! read more