What a great spot for some food and drink. Good options has far as beers and ciders. I was happy…read moreto see they had a Brewery X Seltzer but sad to find out they were out. We only ordered sweet potato fries. They were very good and the portion size was amazing. The main reason for the five stars is the bartender. I did not get his name but he was great. Younger guy that was very kind, respectful and made sure we were taken care of. Good spot to hang out. Restaurant was busy and a lot of the food we saw go out looked very good.

If you're rolling through Chico and looking for a place that actually lives up to the name, Burgers…read more& Brew doesn't just talk a good game... it delivers for us! From the moment you walk up, it's got that classic brick and wood feel that says you're about to eat well. Step inside and you're greeted by a wall of taps that feels like a beer lover's playground. The place hums... great music, good energy, and a staff that's clearly in rhythm with it all. We didn't mess around with the order. My daughter went with the blue cheese burger special, her boyfriend took on the bacon jalapeño burger, and I went straight for the pastrami burger. Every one of them came out looking like a culinary masterpiece. The blue cheese had that perfect balance... bold but not overpowering as they are want to be. Her boyfriend said the bacon jalapeño brought just enough heat to keep things interesting without stealing the show, probably too weak for me ;). My pastrami burger was a heavyweight... stacked, savory, and the kind of messy you don't even try to clean up until you're done. Think Katz deli melding with a west coast hip scene burger. Now let's talk onion rings... because these deserve it. Golden, crispy, and just the right crunch when you bite in. Not greasy, not soggy, just dialed in exactly how they should be. Add the garlic sauce and now you're playing a different game altogether. That sauce is not optional, it's essential and fabulous on everything. The beer selection is deep, the kind where you stand there for a minute pretending you're making a thoughtful decision when really you just want to try everything. Service was on point from start to finish. No waiting around, no chasing anyone down... just attentive, easy, and done right. Only downside, and it's not really their fault, is parking. Downtown Chico can make you work a little for it. But once you're inside, with a cold beer in hand and a burger staring you down, you won't care how far you walked. I will be back, it is well worth the money.

The Bear - Downtown Chico My husband, my brother, and I…read morestopped at The Bear after a morning hike one weekend. We were starving, and the food hit the spot. I especially loved the curly cheese fries, and the fried chicken sandwich was good too. The place is steeped in history. I'm not really a bar person and the energy isn't quite my vibe, but there's a lot to appreciate--especially the wild ceilings packed with random items. It's unique and full of character, even if it isn't perfectly aligned with my usual preferences. My husband, a local who grew up in Butte County, shared some great stories about his Chico State days, back when this was still a quieter town of wealthy families with unpaved roads. Those little pieces of local history made the visit even more interesting. A solid, character-filled stop if you enjoy the Bar vibe, you're hungry after a hike and open to a place with real personality.

I was visiting my son in Chico and had heard that "The Bear" was a must-do for Chico…read more The restaurant itself is very vibe-y. It is a lot! Loads of TVs with a variety of sports events playing. We ordered at the counter and then sat down at a table. We only waited about 15 minutes to get our food. My son and I ordered the Great Bacon Burger and specialized it to our liking. I ordered the side salad and he got curly fries. His roommate ordered the Near Burger with curly fries. When we got our food, the boys' burgers were not the way they had ordered them (one had cheese and the other had tomatoes). And it wasn't clear was whose was whose. My side salad was basic basic fare. I should have ordered the curly fries. I probably won't be back, but it was fun to visit the iconic Chico restaurant.

Best bbq in town hands down. Love the brisket plate. Great atmosphere, service and people!read more

The burgers and fries are huge and tasty. There are many customizations you can do in regards to…read moresauce and toppings. But the chicken sandwich was extremely dry and didn't have much flavor apart from just being spicy. The service is awful, we were in an empty restaurant and the hostess visited us twice the entire meal. No refill on our waters which were empty almost our entire visit, we asked for silverware for the table and she brought us only 1 set (we were a table of 5). I asked for ranch for the table, and she brought us 2. There was zero urgency to bring us our bill once we finished eating. I wouldn't return solely for the lack of service.

A very inviting pub with an extensive list of beers; great food and service...highly recommend.read more

I really liked this place. We were visiting Chico, and seeing what yelp had to say, and the…read morepub-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.

Everything is made fresh here from the bun being baked on site to their fries being cut and…read moreprepared. I wasn't sure what to expect because it's different than conventional burgers (the ingredients are stuffed inside. Every time I've gotten my food it is piping hot with the sautéed mushrooms and cheese melted to perfection. The fries are perfectly crispy and come out super hot too. Lastly they have a pretty good selection of locally brewed craft beer. I appreciate that they have vegetarian options since but every establishment in Chico does. The restaurant is always clean and the owner is super friendly and attentive. 10/10 recommend!

Stopped in on a Wednesday for a late lunch and there was no wait. You place your order on a kiosk…read moreand it's very easy to navigate. Food is made-to-order and it took ~15 minutes for our order for two to arrive. Burgers are basically baked in a crispy bun. The owner stopped by and was very friendly and attentive!

We liked the atmosphere and enjoyed the outside seating for our little one. Food was insanely…read moredelicious! Be prepared for a bit of a wait so don't go crazy hungry! They appeared to be short staff as there was only one of each team member. But, we will definitely be back to try more of the food in hopes it's as delicious as the Poutine and Trashy Fried Chicken Tavo

The age old statement of not judging a book by its cover applies to this place. The outside does…read morenot begin to tell the story that is about to unfold. Once you enter through the door you immediately catch the friendly and cool vibe of this place. The beer and drink list is deep so take your time. The food was incredible I highly recommend the Brussels sprouts, the crispy pork bowl and the trashy tacos. Our server was quick, as well as very friendly and accommodating. The prices are fair as well.

The farm burger was one of the best burgers I've ever had. So good we went back 2 nights in a row…read more Fried green beans were delicious too. First night service was quick, 2nd was a little slower.

Great burger, beers and cocktails. Really enjoyed the wood paneled vibe and sultry music. Will…read moredefinitely go again!

Great service. Fresh burgers, quality meat that you can taste, fries perfectly salted. 10/10…read morehonestly. 100% recommended.

OK -- let me shoot you $traight. I grew up on "Burger Hut" which is now closed forever. "Big Chico…read moreBurger" has the same formula as the O.G. -- make a fresh burger over open flame and then you add all the produce and condiments as you see fit (lettuce, tomato, onion, two kinds of pickles, relish, hot peppers, and all the classic spreads like ketchup, mayo, mustard and "house sauce"). It's a wonderful concept and I support them now more than ever, especially since they are the only game in town for this format. The prices are reasonable, especially with their combos, the buns are top shelf... the *only* thing that I miss from O.G. Burger Hut? Their "secret sauce" -- it was like a Thousand Island dressing minus the pickle bits. The "house sauce" at Big Chico Burger is a little more garlicky and doesn't quite nail it the way Burger Hut did, but this is just my opinion, not even close to being a "deal breaker", and I can live with the way it is without complaining because the "house sauce" is still very adequate and enjoyable, I just like the O.G. sauce from the 1980s better. Bottom line, Big Chico Burger gets two thumbs up, we love and support them as a staple, locally owned business, and invite them to open up another location if they think they can handle it (you can!).