The Handle Bar

specialty Beer for the adventurer

Chico's First Specialty Beer Bar

[28 taps] [20 wines] {Spirits} [be adventurous]

The Handle Bar opened in 2012, and quickly became a local favorite for good beer, good food, and great company. 28 taps of the finest specialty and craft beers, an excellent assortment of wines by the glass, full spirits and a modest, yet tasty, German-inspired pub menu. Our mission is to provide a welcoming, casual environment while providing exceptional product and service!

We feature a beautiful patio where you can park your bike and enjoy the afternoon with friends. You're welcome to bring your dog (provided it plays well with others and is on a leash).

We also offer four high-definition televisions to enjoy a game, ample parking and a friendly, knowledgeable staff, whom have all been trained in proper beer service.

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Phone

(530) 894-BEER

Location

2070 E. 20th Street
Suite 160
Chico, CA 95926

Hours

Mon - Thur 11:30am - 10pm
Fri-Sat 11:30am - 10pm
Sunday 11:30am – 10pm

On Tap Bottled Beer Wine

Our tap list is updated frequently, so we apologize if this menu isn't 100% current...You can also take a Brews Cruise if you're not sure what to drink - Four, 4-ounce samples starting at just $9.

On Tap

Bottled Beer

ABV 5%

Allagash White

Delicately balanced, with a crisp, refreshing taste and hints of spice.

ABV 5%

Big Sky Moose Drool Brown Ale

Malty, with enough hop presence to keep it balanced.

ABV 5%

ABV 8%

Boulevard Tank 7 Farmhouse Ale

A flavorful surge of fruity aromatics and hoppy, grapefruit notes, this straw-colored ale finishes long, dry and spicy.

ABV 8%

ABV 7%

Brouwerij Affligem Blonde

Classic blonde abbey ale, with a gentle roundness.

ABV 7%

ABV 5%

Crispin Original Hard Cider

Fruit forward, with a fresh, crunchy apple nose and a deliciously creamy, refreshingly crisp mouthfeel.

ABV 5%

ABV 9%

Dogfish Head 90 Minute IPA

"Perhaps the best IPA in America" - Esquire Mag; a big beer with a great malt backbone that stands up to the extreme hopping rate.

ABV 9%

ABV 4%

Lagunitas Daytime Session IPA

Heavy on the hops, light on the ABV!

ABV 4%

ABV 9%

North Coast Brother Thelonious

Like a Belgian "Dark Strong Ale," this beer is rich and robust, and every bottle helps the Monk Institute of Jazz (www.monkinstitute.org).

ABV 9%

Omission Pale Ale or IPA

Bright, hop forward and gluten free!

ABV 6%

Oskar Blues Dale's Pale Ale

Delivers a blast of hop aromas, a rich middle of malt and hops, and a thrilling finish.

ABV 6%

Saison Dupont Vieille Provision

A classic Belgian farmhouse ale. This is a beautifully balanced, complex beer that has a refreshing fruitiness and a long, dry finish.

ABV 6%

ABV 5%

Sessions Black Lager

Short, dark and totally drinkable; an elegant, sessionable beer.

ABV 5%

ABV 7%

Uinta Hop Nosh IPA

Wonderful, complex flavors; simply a great tasting IPA!

ABV 7%

ABV 9%

Victory Storm King Imperial Stout

More flavor than words can describe; rich and substantial, it will warm your heart.

ABV 9%

ABV 5%

Pabst Blue Ribbon

Standard American lager.

ABV 5%

ABV 0.5%

Clausthaler N/A

Easy drinking non-alcoholic lager.

ABV 0.5%

By the glass or by the bottle

Wine

House White or Red

Chamisol Chardonnay (Central Coast)

At the forefront of the trend for refreshing wines that let the fruit shine without any oak influence.

Famega Vinho Verde (Portugal)

This dry, spritzy wine is refreshingly light-bodied and is wonderfully easy drinking. Perfect for any occasion!

Terra Noble Sauvignon Blanc (Chile)

This most enjoyable sipping wine is crisp and fresh, and a delicious expression of the Sauvignon Blanc grape.

Charles Smith KungFu Girl Riesling (Washington)

Bright and vibrant, with apple, lime and citrus, persisting enticingly as the off-dry finish lingers against natural acidity.

New Clairvaux Syrah Rosé (Vina, CA)

This dry rosé is medium-bodied and dark scarlet in color, with cherry and berry flavors. Candied cherry and toasted cedar aromas.

Bertani Velante Pinot Grigio (Italy)

Aromas of ripe pear, golden apple and peach carry the nose; full-bodied with a crisp, dry finish.

Gnarly Head 1924 Double Black (California)

Jet black in the glass, while delivering rich aromas of blackberry, cocoa, raspberries and caramel.

Castle Rock Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley, OR)

Dark purple in color with a lot of old vine character aromas; blackberry, black pepper, plum and coriander.

Plungerhead Old Vine Zinfandel (Lodi, CA)

Dark purple in color, with a lot of old vine character aromas; blackberry, black pepper, plum and coriander.

Diora Pinot Noir (Monterey, CA)

Deep garnet with aromas of black cherries, brown sugar and mocha. Layers of black cherry, dark chocolate, spice and coffee bean unfold on the palate.

Sparkling Wine

Seasonal selection

Appetizers

Beer Cheese & Pretzels

House dip made with white cheddar and Moose Drool Brown Ale, served with grilled, hand-made soft pretzel bites.

Sausage Sampler

A collection of 3 exquisite sausages served with sides of curry ketchup, sauerkraut and savory chimichurri.

Artisanal Plate

A selection of fine cheese and cured meats, served with rosemary crackers. Perfect for two.

Chili - Seasonal

Our house-made stout chili is perfect for those colder days, and goes great with beer & football!

Sausage Crostini

Sliced sausage sautéed with house-made sauerkraut, served with a crostini and spicy mustard.

Currywurst

Sliced sausage smothered in our house-made curry ketchup, served with a crostini. A German pub favorite!

Chicken Strips

Juicy, hand-cut and breaded strips of chicken breast with a side of our crispy french fries.

Spätzle

Spätzle Mac & Cheese

Our take on a German specialty combines house-made Spätzle (pronounced shpet-zel) noodles, white cheddar and Gouda cheeses with sautéed mushrooms, garnished with chives and bacon crumbles.

Black Forest Spätzle

House-made spätzle noodles tossed with white cheddar and gouda cheeses, Llano Seco ham, spinach, mushrooms and roasted red bell pepper.

Chicken Curry Spätzle

House-made spätzle noodles and curried chicken breast, tossed with spinach, roasted rell bell peppers and topped with white cheddar and green onion.

Chili Cheese Spätzle

Our Spätzle Mac & Cheese combined with our incredible house-made stout chili....a perfect match!

Short Rib Spätzle Stroganoff

House-made Spätzle noodles tossed in a cream sauce with mushrooms, shallots and dill. Topped with tender braised short rib.

Salads

Add grilled or chripy chicken to any salad for additional charge

Side Salad

1500 House Salad

Fresh spinach, topped with bleu cheese crumbles, toasted almonds, red peppers, and fresh pear slices, tossed with a house-made Champagne vinaigrette (with Drakes 1500 Pale Ale

Caesar Salad

Hearts of romaine, tossed with our hand-made, tangy Caesar dressing, topped with croutons and shredded parmesan cheese…the classic salad!

Greek Salad

Mixed greens, cucumber, tomato, artichoke hearts, Kalamata olives, and feta with a tangy vinaigrette.

20th Street Salad

Mixed greens, grilled asparagus, grape tomatoes, feta, sliced chicken breast; tossed in a balsamic vinaigrette and garnished with mixed berries.

Sandwiches

Served with a side of German Potato Salad, sauerkraut salad or fries. Substitute sweet potato fries ($1) or side salad or cup of chili ($2.5)

Polish Sausage or Bratwurst

Grilled Polish or Bratwurst in a warm pretzel roll, topped with onion and sauerkraut, served with a roasted garlic aioli.

Brewben

Our twist on the classic Reuben: thick slices of hot pastrami, smothered in beer cheese and sauerkraut on grilled pumpernickel.

Roasted Turkey Sandwich

Oven-roasted turkey, smoked gouda, fresh tomato and arugula with avocado mayonnaise on pumpernickel (served hot or cold).

Grilled Cheese on Rye

White cheddar and Bavarian Emmentaler with bacon, tomato, grilled onion and garlic aioli. Add Bacon (add'l charge)

Serrano Chicken Sandwich

Juicy chicken breast, layered with Swiss cheese, spinach, tomato, sauteed mushrooms and caramelized onions with a serrano aioli and served on a toasted hoagie roll.

Dill-icious Clucker

Crispy fried chicken breast topped with Swiss cheese, bacon, tomato, dill pickle chips, cucumber dill slaw, mayo & a squeeze of lemon on a brioche bun.

Portobella Muffaletta Sandwich (Vegan)

Hearty grilled portabella mushroom with a savory olive tapenade, Daiya® Swiss cheese, and spinach.

Burgers

Served with a side of German Potato Salad, sauerkraut salad or fries. Substitute sweet potato fries ($1) or side salad or cup of chili ($2.5)

HB Burger

Fresh, ground beef topped with house-made beer cheese, pepper bacon and fried shallots on a toasted brioche bun.

Pepperoncini Pastrami Burger

Fresh, ground beef patty, topped with thin-sliced pastrami, melted Swiss cheese, chimichurri, pepperoncini and mayo on a toasted brioche bun.

Basic Burger

Fresh, ground beef patty topped with lettuce, tomato, red onion and pickles on a toasted brioche bun.

Vegan Classic

Portabella mushroom cap, Daiya® cheese, lettuce, pickle and vegan burger sauce.

Black & Blue Burger

Seasoned, fresh ground beef topped with a healthy dose of blue cheese, pepper bacon slices, lettuce, tomato and onion.

Apple of My Eye

Fresh, ground beef topped with house-made apple bacon jam, sharp cheddar, crispy shallots & mayo on a brioche bun.

Sweet Plates

Dark Chocolate Mousse

This silky dark chocolate is rich in flavor, and pairs well with dark beers like stouts and porters.

Cheesecake

Artisanal, hand-made cheesecake from Heirloom Kitchen.

The Handle Bar

specialty Beer for the adventurer

Chico's First Specialty Beer Bar

[28 taps] [20 wines] {Spirits} [be adventurous]

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