Basque Norte 3355 Esplanade, Chico, CA 95973

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

"Great local steakhouse, served family style w/sides. Got the porterhouse, full rack of ribs and breast of chicken. It was all very tasty, especially the steak and ribs. The chicken was good too, grilled, juicy. The sangria and sides were a hit. Great place to celebrate. Our waitress was really great, very attentive and experienced as she had run her own restaurant before. I will definitely be returning to Basque Norte in the near future"

"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."

"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."

"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!!"