Basque Norte

Brittany Flanagin

Attended our company Christmas Dinner here, they were able to accommodate our large group (with reservations far ahead of time). We had excellent service and phenomenal food! Dinner was served family style in multiple courses, everything was great! My husband and I ordered the porterhouse and it was perfectly cooked medium rare, so flavorful and tender! My sister in law ordered the lamb, I tried a bite and it was amazing as well! Would definitely go again!

Arthur Mercado

The best family style, 7 course, comfort food feeling experience I've had!!! This place is awesome, most bang for your buck, and supremely delicious! The steaks are simply perfect, no sauces necessary, and the sides take you home!

Allison Beane

Food was delicious with the exception of the garlic tomato soup. I feel like it needs more of a tomato base to it. It's very garlic forward. Otherwise, everything was so, so yummy! Our server has worked there 16 years. And she was amazing. You can tell she can run circles around the others.

Huey Holweger

We came in as party of 3 with a reservation. We were seated right away, and server took our drink order. We all got basque style dinner with Sauteed Shrimp, Calamari, and Chicken Breast. Course comes with excellent soup, salad, baked beans, green beans, garlic pasta, potatoes, and ice cream. Was little salty but very rich, very good food. All the sides can be ordered more for free! Sauteed Shrimp was fantastic. Great wine, garlic and butter flavor with succlent shrimps. Chicken breast was way over seasoned and well done. Was dry. Pilaf rice on the bottom was good. Calamari was what you would expect. Lightly battered, seasoned well. Pilaf on the bottom as well. Our server was amazing, we asked lots of questions and she was more than happy to answer with a big smile. Attentive as well. $100 for the 3 of us with great quality food and service.

John Horning

My friends have asked me, "Why haven't you reviewed Basque Norte?" I tell them the same thing... "Why continue to detail perfection?" It's now time. After suffering through 2 bouts of COVID19, I NEEDED an outstanding meal to get my taste buds back on track. Date night and reservations for 2. My wife started off with a Sangria, and I ordered an Old Fashioned (best in town) then made our way to the menu to choose our entree. 1st course was the Tomato & Garlic Bisque, which was sheer perfection and full of tomato puree and garlic chunks. 2nd course was the salad, pasta, and beans... ALL perfectly prepared and full of flavor, especially the beans which included spicy sausage. The pasta had plenty of butter and seasoning to ensure nothing went home. 3rd course consisted of the seasoned green beans and potatoes. We did ask for a second round of the green beans, as they were THAT GOOD. Main Course was next. My wife ordered the Ribeye (rare), and I ordered the Lamb Chops (rare). To even speak ill of the preparation/seasonings/ and cooking would be blasphemy. Fresh garlic butter was piled on my chops, and Her steak was prepared better than just about ANY steakhouse in Chico can provide. This is THE place to take a date, your spouse, or a party just for the Tapas. Pricey... but SO worth it!! There's not enough high praise to give this restaurant, the servers, bartenders, or owner. Just eat here once for the truth!! Did I forget the free small bowl of ice cream? Enjoy... and believe!!

Sheldon J Plankton

Cozy family setting. The char and seasoning on my New York steak is perfect. Our server is friendly.

Ashlee Bruce

Delicious food, huge portions, great service! My steak was dine to perfection and the Sangria was amazing!

A great place for a celebratory dinner. The food was very good and plentiful. The atmosphere is lively and intimate but not overwhelming. The wait for the food is not too long and appetizers come out quickly to satiate your appetite. The only tradeoff is it is a pricey restaurant. But still, for that price I don't think you can get a better place in Chico for a bountiful, special meal.

It was a wonderful experience. I enjoyed the night with my friends. Great service, great food

Basque Norte isn’t just a restaurant for us—it’s a full-blown family tradition. This is the kind of place that becomes part of your life story without you even realizing it. I grew up coming here with my family, and now I get to carry on that same tradition with my own. Every time we walk through the doors, it feels like stepping into a warm hug. The atmosphere is cozy, classic, and full of character. There’s something about the dim lighting, the rustic wood, and the friendly staff that instantly makes you feel at home. You can tell the people who work here care about what they do, because the service is always kind, attentive, and welcoming—never rushed, never cold. It’s the kind of hospitality you don’t find just anywhere. And the food… absolutely incredible, every time. Their steaks are consistently cooked to perfection—tender, flavorful, and exactly what you hope for when you’re splurging on a true steakhouse meal. The sides, soups, and salads are just as delicious, and everything tastes like it’s made with intention and pride. Even the cocktails feel like they’re crafted, not poured. What I love most, though, is how Basque Norte has this magical ability to bring people together. We’ve celebrated birthdays, anniversaries, homecomings, and ordinary Wednesday nights here. We’ve had loud tables full of laughter, and quiet dinners where we just enjoyed being together. No matter the occasion, the experience is always special. If you’re looking for somewhere that feels like a memory waiting to happen, somewhere with amazing food and a genuine family atmosphere, Basque Norte is that place. It’s more than a restaurant—it’s a piece of Chico history, and a place our family will always cherish. We’ll keep coming back for as long as they’ll have us. ❤️🍷🥩✨

The food was so delicious. The steaks were so tender and every time we come it has never disappointed us. We will keep coming back.

Laurie Kimble

The food was so delicious. The steaks were so tender and every time we come it has never disappointed us. We will keep coming back.

Torri Mallon

Basque Norte isn’t just a restaurant for us—it’s a full-blown family tradition. This is the kind of place that becomes part of your life story without you even realizing it. I grew up coming here with my family, and now I get to carry on that same tradition with my own. Every time we walk through the doors, it feels like stepping into a warm hug. The atmosphere is cozy, classic, and full of character. There’s something about the dim lighting, the rustic wood, and the friendly staff that instantly makes you feel at home. You can tell the people who work here care about what they do, because the service is always kind, attentive, and welcoming—never rushed, never cold. It’s the kind of hospitality you don’t find just anywhere. And the food… absolutely incredible, every time. Their steaks are consistently cooked to perfection—tender, flavorful, and exactly what you hope for when you’re splurging on a true steakhouse meal. The sides, soups, and salads are just as delicious, and everything tastes like it’s made with intention and pride. Even the cocktails feel like they’re crafted, not poured. What I love most, though, is how Basque Norte has this magical ability to bring people together. We’ve celebrated birthdays, anniversaries, homecomings, and ordinary Wednesday nights here. We’ve had loud tables full of laughter, and quiet dinners where we just enjoyed being together. No matter the occasion, the experience is always special. If you’re looking for somewhere that feels like a memory waiting to happen, somewhere with amazing food and a genuine family atmosphere, Basque Norte is that place. It’s more than a restaurant—it’s a piece of Chico history, and a place our family will always cherish. We’ll keep coming back for as long as they’ll have us. ❤️🍷🥩✨

Nancy Kimberly

10 stars. The garlic soup is the stuff dreams are made of. You can order all the sides and no entree if you want.

David Mitchell

I just had the best experience at Basque Norte. Not only was the service and the food awesome , I had also seen the before and after from their summer hiatus. Any company that’s willing to put back the time to refresh and deep clean regularly as they do, truly cares about all aspects of the dining out event

Dannette Marquez

It's my favorite special place to eat. I've been going here for over 20 plus years. Before here they were in Paradise and I also went there too. Great people, great service and food. I highly recommend this restaurant 👌 I will never stop going here. You must love garlic, tho Lol ...😆 ENJOY ❣️

Bill Wooden

This was my Wife and I first time here. It was wondering food. Wife had shrimp and I had the New York steak. The Tomato and garlic soup was amazing. Our service was great. She was there immediately to take away plates when we were done and refill drinks and bread when it was needed. We will definitely be coming back.

Haven't been to Basque Norte for years. My parents came to town and suggested it and we said absolutely. Had a wonderful meal. For those who may not know, your meal is served family style and you select your entrée. I had the beer battered shrimp which were huge and delicious. I didn't need to eat them all but I couldn't stop. Dad got the steak, mom got the veal and the hubs got the fish. Our waitress was wonderful and the owner stopped at our table to check on things. Neither the hubs or I brought our readers but we were both shocked to see there was nothing under $50 for an entrée. Or at least from what we could tell.

Jennifer Hoglund

Haven't been to Basque Norte for years. My parents came to town and suggested it and we said absolutely. Had a wonderful meal. For those who may not know, your meal is served family style and you select your entrée. I had the beer battered shrimp which were huge and delicious. I didn't need to eat them all but I couldn't stop. Dad got the steak, mom got the veal and the hubs got the fish. Our waitress was wonderful and the owner stopped at our table to check on things. Neither the hubs or I brought our readers but we were both shocked to see there was nothing under $50 for an entrée. Or at least from what we could tell.

Great service! The food was great, although the spicy sausage beans side tasted like they were plain beans seasoned with water and a whole bottle of dried spices. Not our favorite side. Steak was beautifully cooked and the ribs were fall off the bone perfect. Atmosphere was kinda dim and very loud, but nothing wrong with that. Just something to be aware of. Loved giving this place a try and having the experience, not sure if it’s a place we will frequent but have recommended to many friends to try!

Kimberly Lyter

Great service! The food was great, although the spicy sausage beans side tasted like they were plain beans seasoned with water and a whole bottle of dried spices. Not our favorite side. Steak was beautifully cooked and the ribs were fall off the bone perfect. Atmosphere was kinda dim and very loud, but nothing wrong with that. Just something to be aware of. Loved giving this place a try and having the experience, not sure if it’s a place we will frequent but have recommended to many friends to try!

We had a reservation for 5 and we were placed right next to the kitchen. Too loud. Only half of our meals (sides etc.) Came out to us. A disappointment for sure. Amazing food of what we did get.

I’m convinced people love this for the novelty of the experience. The food is not remarkable and certainly not worth the price versus other similar range options.

M H

I’m convinced people love this for the novelty of the experience. The food is not remarkable and certainly not worth the price versus other similar range options.

Katie Ash

We had a reservation for 5 and we were placed right next to the kitchen. Too loud. Only half of our meals (sides etc.) Came out to us. A disappointment for sure. Amazing food of what we did get.

It's hard to want to promote this restaurant. On one end, I am basque, and love to enjoy the atmosphere and cooking. But, it also feels incredibly overpriced. While you do get a variety of free sides, I feel the price of the meats is way over market. Their special, a braised lamb shank, had little to no flavor. It doesn't help their menu hasn't changed in over 20 years. It's not the worst restaurant, but it's certainly one I wouldn't want to spend $50+ at in Chico

James From

It's hard to want to promote this restaurant. On one end, I am basque, and love to enjoy the atmosphere and cooking. But, it also feels incredibly overpriced. While you do get a variety of free sides, I feel the price of the meats is way over market. Their special, a braised lamb shank, had little to no flavor. It doesn't help their menu hasn't changed in over 20 years. It's not the worst restaurant, but it's certainly one I wouldn't want to spend $50+ at in Chico

We were excited about the full course meal but it was easy to see after the soup that it was not worth it. The main entre (lamb,steak etc was great) but the sides it comes with is so tasteless. I was so surprised at how soup can go so wrong. The sides were not tasty at all. The best side was the salad. I would just not order the family meal as they don't give much even for 2 people or 4 people. It might be more in the taste for older people maybe due to low flavor and low sodium on everything.

What are you all talking about? This place is terrible! The atmosphere is super weird. All their food is soft except for their meat which is tougher than the Salty Spitoon. Their “7 course meal” is just the sides that should be on the regular plate but served as their own course. Their ravioli is just Chef Boyardi. It’s all disgusting. You wanna go sit with a bunch of old people eating bland food and pay 200$ for it then be my guest.

Tom H

What are you all talking about? This place is terrible! The atmosphere is super weird. All their food is soft except for their meat which is tougher than the Salty Spitoon. Their “7 course meal” is just the sides that should be on the regular plate but served as their own course. Their ravioli is just Chef Boyardi. It’s all disgusting. You wanna go sit with a bunch of old people eating bland food and pay 200$ for it then be my guest.