Must-see restaurants in Marin County

  • Cowgirl Creamery

    Marin County

    Perhaps the best cheeses made in Northern California, Marin, and probably beyond. Reserve in advance for an artisanal cheesemaker’s demonstration and…

  • Sunday Marin Farmers Market

    Marin County

    Nowhere else in Marin County do as many farmers, ranchers, fishers and gourmet-food makers gather than at this Sunday-morning farmers market, happening…

  • Avatar’s

    Sausalito

    Boasting a cuisine of ‘ethnic confusions,’ the Indian-fusion dishes here incorporate Mexican, Italian and Caribbean ingredients and will bowl you over…

  • Hog Island Oyster Company

    Marin County

    Ten miles north of Point Reyes Station you’ll find the salty turnout for Hog Island Oyster Company. There’s not much to see: just some picnic tables and…

  • Village Sake

    Marin County

    Open in 2015 to immediate acclaim, San Franciscans drive over the bridge for the izakaya (Japanese pub-style fare and tapas-like small dishes) paired with…

  • The Siren Canteen

    Marin County

    This beach-chic canteen with bench seating and a chalkboard menu sits just under the lifeguard tower. Order quality, fresh tacos, nachos, fish and chips,…

  • Burmatown

    Marin County

    Exquisite Burmese fusion fare as good as you'd find in a major city – or better. Run by a mother and daughter of Burmese heritage, there's a warm, family…

  • Mama's Royal Cafe

    Marin County

    For a taste of old-school Mill Valley, head to this breakfast joint that feels like a cross between a tropicana nostalgia shop and a garage sale. This is…

  • Sol Food

    Marin County

    Lazy ceiling fans, tropical plants and the pulse of Latin rhythms create a soothing atmosphere for delicious dishes such as a jíbaro sandwich (made with…

  • Scoma's

    Sausalito

    Equal parts old-school Marin and tourist magnet, Scoma's has an enviable setting on stilts, right over the bay. Few places do seafood (all sustainable)…

  • Joe's Taco Lounge

    Marin County

    This quirky place takes a 1950s diner and fills it with Mexican religious statuettes, bright floral tablecloths and sparkling crystal chandeliers. The…

  • Parkside

    Marin County

    Famous for its hearty breakfasts and lunches, this cozy eatery next to the beach serves wood-fired pizzas and excellent coastal cuisine such as Tomales…

  • Marin Sun Farms

    Marin County

    Locally raised, grass-fed meats are the specialty of this whole-animal butcher committed to sustainable agriculture and family farms and ranches…

  • Hummingbird

    Marin County

    This bustling, warm and friendly breakfast cafe with a N'awlins-style Cajun and creole menu draws crowds, not just for addictive, fluffy beignets dusted…

  • Pelican Inn

    Marin County

    The oh-so-English Pelican Inn lures in visitors almost as much as the beach itself. Hikers, cyclists and families come for pub lunches inside its dark,…

  • Taqueria San Jose

    Marin County

    This scruffy joint hiding under Hwy 101 is where local Latinos go for cheap, authentic Mexican fare. The tacos are tasty, burritos huge and the stews –…

  • Caprice

    Marin County

    Book a romantic table at sunset for riveting views of Angel Island, the Golden Gate Bridge and San Francisco. Caprice mostly features mediocre surf ‘n’…

  • Nick’s Cove

    Marin County

    At this vintage 1930s roadhouse perched over Tomales Bay, trophy heads are mounted on knotty-pine walls and there's a roaring fireplace. Book a window…

  • Saltwater Oyster Depot

    Marin County

    A chef-run roadside restaurant with a sophisticated menu and decor, Saltwater's offerings change with the seasons; savor roasted quail with rhubarb…

  • Barrel House Tavern

    Sausalito

    You can practically dangle your legs out over the water on the sunny back deck, which has spectacular bay views. It's a short dash from the ferry terminal…

  • Fish

    Sausalito

    Chow down on seafood sandwiches, BBQ oysters or a Dungeness-crab roll at redwood picnic tables facing Richardson Bay. A local leader in promoting fresh…

  • Sand Dollar

    Marin County

    Stinson Beach's oldest establishment isn't on the beach but there's a great outdoor patio, local vibe, live jazz every night of the week and live…

  • Cafe Reyes

    Marin County

    Enjoy the best pizza in town (wood-fired, crispy, thin but perfectly risen crust with locally sourced toppings) in the best setting in town (a convivial…

  • Tap Room

    Marin County

    Stop at this sweet spot for sandwiches, burgers and noodle bowls alongside beer on tap and some decent wines by the glass. It's the kind of place where…

  • Side Street Kitchen

    Marin County

    Order at the counter for quick bites that are as good as what you'd get after a long wait in a restaurant. The specialty here is slow-cooked local meat…

  • Marshall Store

    Marin County

    Catapulted to fame by peripatetic chef and TV host Anthony Bourdain, this ramshackle, often-packed country store lets you slurp down Tomales Bay oysters …

  • Mill Valley Beerworks

    Marin County

    With hard-to-find bottled brews and a few of its own (from Fort Point Beer Company in San Francisco) among the dozen or so on tap, beer-lovers can pair…

  • Murray Circle

    Marin County

    At Cavallo Point lodge, dine on locally sourced meats, seafood and produce – perhaps grass-fed organic beef burgers or Dungeness-crab BLT sandwiches – in…

  • Copita Tequileria y Comida

    Sausalito

    Upscale fresh Mexican with a Mediterranean twist is served in bright, modern, lively surrounds. The ceviches and slow-cooked meats are especially yummy…

  • Eleven Wharf

    Marin County

    This chic 'backyard-to-table' restaurant offers delicious yet simple pizza and salads and a yummy wine list. You can also stay in one of the two small,…

  • Buckeye Roadhouse

    Marin County

    Originally opened as a roadside stop in the 1930s, the Buckeye is a Marin County classic, and it always feels festive here. Stop off for upscale American…

  • Angel Island Café

    Marin County

    Casual snack bar near the ferry dock at Ayala Cove sells 'notorious' nachos, salads, sandwiches and ice cream. From June to October, there's live music…

  • Sir & Star at the Olema

    Marin County

    At the former Olema Inn, a creaky 1876 building, this local chef's dining room delights with Marin-sourced seasonal bounty such as Tomales Bay oysters,…

  • State Room

    Marin County

    Wood-fired pizzas, fresh market salads and create-your-own burgers stacked hands high will sate your grumbling stomach at this downtown brewery, bar and…

  • Inverness Park Market

    Marin County

    There's no better stop for picnic lunch supplies than this roadside deli and grocery store, which sells handcrafted sandwiches, as well as local cheeses…

  • Sushi Ran

    Sausalito

    Many Marin residents claim this place is the best sushi spot around and it's hard to argue. If you didn't reserve ahead, the wine and sake bar next door…

  • Coast Cafe

    Marin County

    Everyone in town jockeys for outdoor seats among the flower boxes for fish and chips, barbecued oysters, or buttermilk pancakes with damn good coffee…

  • Rustic Bakery

    Marin County

    Stop by this chic, bright bakery-cafe to pick up fresh loaves of bread, plus salads, sandwiches, pastries and strong coffee. There are other locations in…

  • Sam's Anchor Cafe

    Marin County

    Sam’s has been slinging seafood and burgers since 1920, and though the entrance looks like a dive bar (it is), the area out back has fantastic waterfront…

  • Farm House Local

    Marin County

    This rustic-chic downtown culinary shop and cafe makes a yummy brunch stop for potato-celery root pancakes, huevos rancheros (fried eggs atop corn…