Red Tavern

1250 Esplanade, Chico
(530) 894-3463

Recent Reviews

Ryan Adams

It's a nice place I'd recommend making reservations. About $65/ person with drinks.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Erik Owens

Finally made it to one of the top 5 restaurants in town according to the local foodies. Wish the locals had a little more class and had more in their wardrobe besides blue jeans.Moved here in July, and chose it for my birthday dinner. Could never have sat outside in Michigan this time of year. Unfortunately because of all the rain the mosquitoes were worse than a spring in the upper peninsula.Sydney was an excellent waiter.Appetizer was substantial and delicious, l recommend.Beat salad was unique, my late father would have loved.Scallop special was a must, should become a standard.Filet Oscar was larger than expected and perfectly cooked. Bernaise sauce tasted more like hollandaise. Lobster claw was dry, and Oscar is usually crab. Why smash asparagus into whipped potatoes to make a tower? Try laying them like a lean-to.Lava cake and Gelato that tastes like ice cream is to die for. Only noteworthy dessert item by far.Will be back.Parking: In back off the alley. Back door sticks

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

J

Amazing food!!!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

J Hidalgo

Very good food the

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Teri Nichols

Everything was good food was excellent. Very happy with the experience.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Grilled Lamb Chops

Tyler Gates

Took my boyfriend here for his birthday dinner, and it did not disappoint! I arranged for some chocolates and a card that I bought to be left at our reserved table, which made the evening super romantic. The food is easily some of the best in all of Chico! I had the Filet Mignon Bordelaise, and he had the Coq Au

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Jeff Waldschmidt

Dinner was exquisite. We had a variety of appetizers that were all excellent, and my New York Strip was fantastic. Service was top-notch.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Crispy Brussels Sprouts, Warm Btead and Butter, 10 0unce Steak

Jeneen Thacker

Went on New Year’s Eve great meal and service. Everything was perfect!!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Eric Weatherbee

Very tasty fare. Prices are competitive for a high level of quality. Service is wonderful.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Pan Seared Duck Breast, Mushroom Pasta, Tavern Caesar Salad, Crispy Brussels Sprouts, Grilled Lamb Chops, Grilled Salmon Fillet

Mary P

Good food and cozy atmosphere! Located in the heart of chico is this unpretentious building where the Red Tavern is located. They open at 430pm and happy hour specials are available until 6pm. The place is somewhat small but they were packed by 530 pm today (december 20). We ordered the 10 ounce steak and the 11 dollar happy hour shrimp. The shrimp was awesome with butter and garlic. We split the steak but it was too rare for me. Dessert was a eggnog cheesecake which was delicious! Shae (our waitress) was friendly and attentive. The owner came by a few times to check on us which i thought was a very kind gesture. They have a full bar and outdoor seating with heaters. Overall a good experience and would definitely come again! See receipt for pricing.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 5

Lady C

The service was amazing Rio the bartender knows his craft. He can probably make anything you want to drink and super friendly. Mike our waiter was just as awesome and attentive also The Manger was very friendly and attentive. And the food was delicious. It is definitely a place I would put on my regular rotation if I was not moving. But my friends will be frequenting there now for sure. Even the nice date night or girls night out spot.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 4

Service: 4

Jonathan Zadra

Exceptional food, amazing service. I highly recommend the Oaxaca old fashioned - it is deeply smokey and perfectly balanced.Parking: Big lot behind that is a little hard to find but has tons of spaces.Wheelchair accessibility: First floor, no issue with wheelchair accesibility.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Portuguese Seafood Stew

Dianna Fallon

We each had a different entry and all 4 were amazing. Veggie couscous was perfection.Vegetarian options: Clearly developed recipe for a vegetarian main dish. Lots of flavor and texture.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Mushroom Pasta, Duck Confit

Rick Van Vooren

This place is top notch everything. Food, drinks and atmosphere. I highly recommend anything on the menu.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Salmon with Asparagus, Tavern Caesar Salad, Portuguese Seafood Stew, Crispy Brussels Sprouts, Pan Seared Halibut

Tim Gannon

I was at a large party. It was mostly outside. Lovely patio area. Delicious food buffet style. Nice wines. Friendly helpful staff. No good views of the Interior.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 5

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