Our Mission

Great Wine, Right Here

Monks believes everyone should enjoy great wine. We offer our customers a chance to take a global wine adventure without having to get on a plane.

Our staff is knowledgeable and passionate and will be delighted to help you explore regions and their varietals. Monks wine list is constructed so that a wide range of palettes and wallets can find wines to enjoy.

The menu takes traditional dishes and gives them a twist. This allows each dish to pair well with a broader selection of our wines. We make an effort to use seasonal and local produce as well as fish and meats. The cuisine explodes with flavor in every dish.

Our patio is great for couples or larger groups, for private events and wine dinners. If you are interested in hosting an event, notify your server who can provide you with more information.

Enjoy a gourmet meal

Chef Koy serves it up hot

Our kitchen is proud to offer tasty entrees, appetizers and tapas prepared fresh and with the best quality organic ingredients. We grow much of our produce in our own garden at home, and are happy to be able to share it with our customers.

Throughout the week we feature specials, such as Mafioso Mondays (all you can eat spaghetti with real meatballs) and Tapas Tuesday. Our menu changes seasonally with the ingredients, giving you a good reason to come back often.

We really like wine...

300 bottles to try

The first rule to enjoying wine is to keep it simple: just enjoy it. With over 300 bottles and many varietals in stock, you'll find something to enhance your evening.

For those just beginning to jump into the world of wine, don't be intimidated. You don't have to know anything about wine to enjoy it. Frankly, sometimes it's better that way. Our happiest customers are often the ones who order "something you'd recommend."

For those looking to develop their palettes, we only carry wines by small boutique wineries, which means you'll try something here that won't find at a grocery store.

...and Beer too.

We carry a variety of beers on tap, with many more by the bottle.

Specializing in Belgiums, we carry many brands you're unlikely to find anywhere else locally, making Monks a must try for beer enthusiasts.

New: In Home Wine Tasting

We are aware of people's busy schedule and have developed a program that can enable a group of friends or family a chance to experience world class wine tasting in the comfort of home.

There are many options for the host, but we are always willing to customize a party to your preferences and budget.

Wine Tasting Class

If you are a novice or seasoned vet this class is meant to teach and remind people of the intracacies of wine tasting and the attributes of various wines.

Our sommeleier will put you at ease and allow you to ask all of the questions that you have been too shy to ask.

Vine Traveling

This is meant for the more adventerous. Your personal guide will take you through your favorite wine regions explaining the climate and varietals in detail. We can pair the wine with local cuisine to create a true travel experience.

Bourdoux vs. Rhone

Compare the old world favorites and see which you prefer. It's also a great way to learn about the region's varietals and peculiarities.

Napa vs. Mendoza

How do new world regions stack up to each other?

For information or questions, contact our events coordinator Dustin at (530) 591-5391 or by email at hello@monkswinelounge.com

Delivery Anyone?

Wine and Cheese Pairings

Have you always wanted to know what cheese goes with each wine? We will offer you your favorite style cheeses and match them with perfect wine accompaniment, the perfact way to start your party.

We can either stay and present the pairing or simply package them for you and deliver to your door to ease the strain of serving hors d'oeuvres to your guests.

Lori Escobar

Currently Showing

Lori graduated the Maryland Institute College of Art with a BFA in illustration in May of 2004. Currently she resides in Chico.

These pictures are poor renditions of the real thing, we encourage you to come and give them a look.

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Upcoming Live Shows

In an intimate environment

Kezirah

Valentine's, February 14, 7-9

On stage Fuzzy rojas sings "Celebrate." When she points her microphone into the dancing crowd, they respond by singing the lyrics with her. Judging from the smiles, laughter and infectious energy, no one is thinking about their troubles tonight. "It's magic when you touch someone through song," says this local Diva after the show at Bambu Jam in Manuel Antonio. Wherever she performs, she attracts a full house. Some miracles are born from magic.

Join us for a very special romantic holiday with one of the best shows you'll find in Chico.

Jonathan's Jazz Tribute

Wednesday, February 18, 8-10

You're treated to an evening of Jazz Classics.

Kenny Williams, Jr. and Mike Pascale

Wednesday, February 25, 8-10

Kenny Williams Jr. is a multi-talented musician born and raised in Pembroke, NH. Starting with the piano, Kenny quickly realized that he possessed quite a musical gift. t was shortly after high school that he began writing lyrics to songs and thinking of guitar a primary instrument. In 2005 Kenny left for Europe finish his studies and gain inspiration for song writing. Since then he has been in involved with a numerous amount of projects, including Group Therapy and Tony Briefcase, KWJr. Trio. New Kings of Rhythm Gravybrain and musicians, Gary Harrington, Jim Vannest and Papa Style and Baldis Lenny Kriems. His music is solid as a rock and has the voice of a dear friend. His compelling unique style is one appreciated by generations young and old.

Mike Pascale is a music lover since early childhood, Mike picked up the guitar sometime around 1983 and never put it down. He has played in a wide variety of musical projects covering a broad range of styles. As founding member and lead guitarist of Mountain of Venus, he toured the US with MOV from 1999 - 2005, meeting and playing with many of the bands on the "jamband" circuit at the time. Mike has played several gigs with guitarist Steve Kimock, his son John Morgan Kimock, and has performed with Vince Wellnick, Stanton Moore, Mike Travis, Earl Cate, Willie Waldman, Railroad Earth members Tim Carbone, John Skehan, & Andy Goessling, Vince Herman, Zen Tricksters, Rev. Jeff Mosier, Ryan Montbleau, Max Creek members Scott Murawski & Mark Mercier, Tea Leaf Green and C.R. Gruver among others. Mike is currently living in Chico, CA, and can be seen playing regularly with both Kenny Williams Jr. and Swamp Zen.

Happy Hour

Everyday 4-6pm

$2 off wine $1 off beer and 15% off Bottles of wine

Valentine's Day

February 14th

Join us for a very special celebration of our favorite romantic holiday.

We've created a special menu for the occasion, with a fixed price of $45.

Meet Your Winemaker

Indian Peeks Vineyard, Wednesday February 18th, 6-8pm

Wine tasting with Indian Peeks Vineyard Only Ten Dollars for Wine and Nibbles 6pm to 8pm

From their website:

Indian Peak Vineyards is a small family owned and operated winery in the little town of Manton in Northern California.

Our goal is to produce the very best quality wine possible from our unique location. We are currently producing Cabernet Sauvingon, Merlot, Petite Sirah, Port, Chardonnay, and Sauvingon Blanc.

Our vineyards are at 2200ft elevation on the western slope of Mount Lassen in Northern California. Our soils are red volcanic and well drained and they slope to the west. Our summertime temperatures usually reach 100 degrees and our night time temperatures drop to the mid 60's.

Downtown Chico

123 2nd St, Chico, CA

Hours: everyday from 4:30 until close.

Address: 123 2nd St, Chico, CA. View a Map

Phone: 530-555-5555

Email: hello@monkswinelounge.com