Panama Bar Cafe Menu (2025 Update)
Welcome to Panama Bar Cafe, a vibrant gem located in the heart of Chico, California. Known for its inviting atmosphere and friendly staff, this cafe has carved a niche for itself among locals and visitors alike. As you step in, you'll be greeted by an eclectic menu that promises to excite your palate.
The culinary offerings range from bold Bowls like the Mango Habanero with its spicy kick, to hearty Burritos stacked with flavorful ingredients, all priced at a budget-friendly $15. Families need not worry as the Kids Menu provides delightful options for the little ones, ensuring they leave satisfied.
Don't forget to try one of their famous beverages, especially the Long Island Iced Teas, which have become a signature of the cafe. With rave reviews about everything from succulent burgers to the exceptional service, Panama Bar Cafe promises a memorable dining experience you'll want to revisit.
BURGERS
Classic
Lettuce, tomato, onions, and pickle.
Inferno Burger
Frank's red-hot sauce, fresh jalapeno, pepper jack, lettuce, bacon, and onion fritz
Bacon Ranch
Bacon, Swiss, onion rings, lettuce, tomato, pickles, and ranch dressing
Bacon Peanut Butter
Bacon, Monterey jack, peanut butter, lettuce, and tomato
Mushroom Swiss
Sauteed mushrooms, Swiss, lettuce, tomato, onion
BOJJ
Bacon onion jalapeno jam, Monterey jack, onion fritz
Teriyaki
teriyaki sauce, pineapple, red bell peppers and broccoli over white rice
Sesame Ginger
Jalapenos, bell peppers, cilantro, sesame ginger sauce served over white lime rice. Garnished with sesame seeds and fresh citrus
Mango Habanero
Mango habanero sauce, spicy mayo, green onions, cilantro, bean sprouts
Burrito
White onions, onion fritz, jalapenos, red sauce, crema, cilantro, avocado topped with cotija cheese
BOWLS
MISC.
Mac 'n Cheese
Elbow macaroni in creamy queso. Baked with melted cheese.
2 Big Street Tacos - Traditional
cotija cheese, white onion, cilantro, salsa, red sauce and choice of chicken, tri tip, ground beef, roasted pork or vegetarian
2 Big Street Tacos - Island style
Roasted pork, mango habanero sauce, pineapple, and cabbage
Shrimp Diabla
Rice paper wrapped prawns, cabbage, cilantro, cotija, sweet garlic red sauce.
Chicken Strips
(6) All white meat chicken tenders
Strips and Chips
(3) All white meat chicken tenders with regular or seasoned fries
Nachos
White queso, jalapenos, red pepper sauce, crema, cilantro and salsa.
Mozzarella sticks
Served with ranch or marinara
World of Wings
(8) Flour battered wings tossed in sauce of your choice: Buffalo - BBQ - teriyaki, Mango habanero - hot honey
BBQ Pork Quesadilla
Monterey Jack and cheddar cheeses, roasted pork, BBQ sauce and pineapples. Garnished with jalapeno
Traditional Quesadilla
Monterey Jack and cheddar cheeses, green onions, tomatoes, jalapenos, served with sour cream and salsa.
Bacon wrapped jalapeno
(5) Jalapeno halves stuffed with cream cheese. Served with raspberry sauce, ranch or hot honey
APPETIZERS
SANDWICHES OR WRAPS
Chicken Bacon Chipotle Ranch
Grilled marinated chicken breast, bacon, lettuce, tomato, and chipotle ranch dressing
California Philly
Sliced tri tip, caramelized onions, mushrooms and bell peppers with our white queso cheese
Club Supreme
A crispy triple decker featuring bacon, ham, turkey, cheddar, lettuce, tomatoes, and mayo served on sliced sourdough
Tri Tip
Marinated tri tip, melted Monterey jack cheese, lettuce, tomato, and onion
The Dip
Tri tip with caramelized onions and melted Swiss cheese. Served with a side of au jus for dipping
Turkey Pesto
Turkey breast, pesto, tomato, and mozzarella cheese with a parmesan toasted bread
Chicken Caesar
Grilled chicken, tomato, parmesan, and Caesar dressing with a parmesan toasted bread
Hot Honey Butter Chicken
Crispy chicken strips tossed in hot honey butter, topped with cucumber, tomato and onion fritz
Chicken Caesar
Romaine, grilled chicken, parmesan, croutons, and Caesar dressing
Hot Honey Chicken
Crispy chicken strips tossed in hot honey butter on top of romaine, tomatoes, pickled onion, and cucumbers
Bleu Cheese Chicken
Mixed greens, candied walnuts, bleu cheese crumbles, dried cranberries, and grilled chicken
Mexicali
Romaine, salsa, onion fritz, avocado, shredded cheese, red sauce, tortilla strips and sour cream. Choice of grilled chicken, tri tip, roasted pork or ground beef
SALADS
SIDE SALADS
Luncheon
Romaine, tomatoes, cucumbers, onions, shredded cheese, and croutons
Caesar
Romaine lettuce, parmesan, herb croutons and Caesar dressing
Bleu Cheese
Spring mix, dried cranberries, bleu cheese crumbles and candied walnuts
Steak Fries
Regular or Seasoned
Side salads
Tater tots
ON THE SIDE
BEVERAGES
Iced Tea, Pepsi, Diet Pepsi, Starry, Lemonade, Ginger Ale
Chicken Strips
2 Chicken strips with side
Grilled Cheese
Sourdough bread and chedder cheese with side
Cheese Burger
Beef patty and cheddar cheese with side
Quesadilla
Cheese. Add chicken or beef 5
KIDS MENU
BRUNCH ENTREES
Brunch Burger
Grilled burger patty with cheese skirt, bacon strips, spicy mayo, arugula and fried egg. Choice of side.
Breakfast Burrito
Hash browns, eggs, cotija cheese with red sauce and sour cream. Choice of bacon, sausage or shredded pork. Served with a side of salsa and a pickled jalapeno.
Avocado Toast
Sourdough toast with avocado, red sauce, crema, cotija and cilantro. Topped with egg, pickled onion and arugula
Biscuits & Gravy
Biscuits, gravy, eggs. With bacon or sausage
Chilaquiles
Fried tortilla strips, scrambled eggs, shredded pork, red sauce, crema, cotija cilantro. Add bacon 2
Eggs Benedict
Open face english muffin toasted with ham, eggs and hollandaise sauce. Choice of side.
Breakfast Sandwich
Toasted butter croissant with eggs, green onion, cheddar and choice of bacon, ham or sausage. Choice of side.
Chicken & Waffle
House made waffle with mascarpone cheese, hot honey butter chicken, served with 2 eggs.
French Toast
Classic sourdough french toast slices with berry compote, whipped cream and powdered sugar.
Traditional breakfast
2 eggs, bacon or sausage, choice of side. Served with english muffin, sourdough or biscuit.
(2) eggs
Hash browns
Bowl of fruit
Arugual salad
Toast or English muffin
Biscuit & Gravy
2 slices of bacon/I sausage patty
A LA CARTE
KIDS BRUNCH MENU
Waffle
House made waffle with whipped cream and berry compote
French Toast
1 slice french toast and powdered sugar with an egg
Traditional
1 egg, 1 slice of bacon and choice of one side