Shanachie Pub - Willits, California

Zac T.

Best unseen back alley pub in Northern California. Venture down a brief walkway past a wall of flags from around the world, and you enter into a private oasis from the sounds and hustle of downtown Willits. Secluded and quiet, this location has great brews on tap, a comfy laid back vibe, with prices that aren’t wallet bending. You can order from restaurants close to the area, and bring your grub back to have an enjoyable bite while relaxing in the cool shade of the overhanging trees. Passing through Willits? Make this stop and you won’t regret it

Neil C.

I just saw a sign saying ‘Pub’. That’ll do for me I thought after smashing in 6 hours driving. That was Wednesday. It’s now Saturday and I haven’t moved!

Turns out Willets is a friendly, close-knit, liberal community and the Sanachie Pub seems to be the epicentre.

The pub is geared up for live music and Wednesdays are known far and wide for a good time at open mic night.

The community spirit is so strong and outsiders like me are welcomed like long friends. Pete the owner is genuinely interested in people, he owns the pizza place over the road so food was never a problem either. The Times UK has even written an article based on the pub. I thank Pete, Kai and Ambria as well as others for being them. The kindness of strangers!

Donald M.

Nice bar, great open mic every Wednesday
Stop here for a mellow evening of good music, people and beer
This little bar is tucked in behind the storefronts on S. Main just in from E. Commercial. This is an area in need of some new business, but the Shanachie Pub is doing its part to make the neighborhood attractive. You get to it by walking between two buildings with a fresh sign painted by a local artist. That gets you to the patio garden and behind the garden is the small bar and stage / dance floor sharing a building.
Behind the bar is good service, a great selection of beer and wine worthy of their region that produces it.
Some people behind the bar putting glasses into the wash and clearing tables do not work there.
They are regular patrons lending a hand.
It is that kind of friendly, local place where someone from out of town can be very welcome.
There is a fuzzy spectrum that blends regular patrons, regular performers and staff.
I got positive reactions when telling people that I am from Oakland.
A man from San Diego took the stage and also got a warm welcome.

Like everyone who took the stage, the guy from San Diego could really hold his own.
The whole of Open Mic Night did not have a single performer who did not belong on stage.
Unlike so many places, the in house sound system was well built and well managed.

One can check ahead by email and they answer promptly, for a bar.
If coming to or through Willits, four nights a week this is a good place for music if you can wait for the 8pm showtime.
Any night it is a great place for a beer or glass of wine outside in the garden.

Brandon J.

Promt, very friendly service, friendly regulars too. No liquor here which is the only reason I didn't leave 5 stars. Excellent regional and local craft beer selection. Indoor seating with very charming outdoor seating also. Arguably best place in town if you are a beer drinker. 💙

Marek R.

Small pub.very cozy in and out.each day different format of music.
On Friday Jan. 26 th. was played Psychedelic rock by Cosmic Family Band.
On Saturday, Jan.27th.Pick & Pull.
Played Blue Grass and traditional jazz.
Photos made by Marek Rosicki.

Kim R.

This is a hidden gem in downtown Willits. Great and personable service is matched by a great local beer selection. You have to look for the pub sign on the street and make your way back to the patio and the bar. Beer and wine only and bring cash.

Jordan H.

Best spot in Willits..this is the place to meet the locals and they have a fantastic selection of beer!
Greatest live music in NorCal!

Liana V.

We stopped here on a whim on our way down to SFO. The owner, Peter, is a local legend. Such incredible hospitality, wonderful atmosphere, and just a cozy lovely place. If Pete’s around, tell him Long Island and Annapolis says hi!