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Argus Bar + Patio
The patio is the town's most reliable outdoor bar; live music most weekends and a calendar worth bookmarking.
Drink
35 places, 28 with a photograph of the place itself.
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Duffy’s Tavern
Black Pine Revival's live video shoot tonight makes Duffy's the most interesting 7pm option if the concert halls feel like a commitment.
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Naked Lounge
The downtown cafe that's been around long enough to be an institution; good for a slow morning before the markets.
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Sierra Nevada Brewing Co.
The Big Room brings touring acts to a town that couldn't otherwise support the bill; the calendar is worth checking every week.
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The Maltese
The serious cocktail option downtown — no live music, which on a night this busy is exactly the point.
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Madison Bear Garden
A fine patio bar in October; in 103-degree heat you will want a ceiling.
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La Salles
Good patio bar — better in October than June; revisit when the heat breaks.
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Beer Lobo Lager House
New downtown taphouse at 800 Broadway specializing in lagers; opened 2026 by local twin brothers.
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Farmers Brewing Co.
Farm-to-table gastropub and taproom at Meriam Park with 46 taps, live music, and locally sourced food.
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Secret Trail Brewing Company
Locally-praised craft brewery in Chico specializing in small-batch beers with outdoor seating.
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The BrickWorks
Downtown Chico venue specializing in electronic music, raves, and themed dance events.
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Discovery Bar & Kitchen
Queer-friendly neighborhood bar with 28 rotating craft taps, seasonal cocktails, outdoor patio with live music and games.
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Hotel Katerina - Rooftop Music Mondays
Rooftop music series featuring live performers in an intimate setting above downtown Chico.
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Lassen Cidery
Local cidery hosting pop-up markets and community events in Chico.
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Parkside Tap House
Downtown bar and community venue hosting trivia nights, fundraisers, and social events.
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Roselle Bar & Lounge
Craft cocktail bar at 1920 Market Place with vinyl-spinning DJs on weekends and dog-friendly patio.