Best Restaurants for People Watching in Mill Valley

10 restaurants available nearby

1. Poggio

4.7

Exceptional(6222)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Sausalito

Booked 88 times today

Poggio is a classic Italian trattoria with comfortable neighborhood charm and destination-caliber cuisine. Created by Larry Mindel, who also founded numerous other restaurants in the Bay Area and beyond, Poggio has been ranked among the very best Italian restaurants since it opened. Led by Executive Chef and Partner Ben Balesteri, Poggio’s daily changing menus use the best available local ingredients including dishes inspired by the seasonal bounty of our local farmers, ranchers and fishermen and the traditional methods of Italy, including wood-fired ovens, house made pastas from scratch and a wide variety of dishes serving guests breakfast, lunch, and dinner. We’re honored to have been awarded a Bib Gourmand distinction by the Michelin guide in 2017, 2018, and along with being named Best Italian restaurant in Marin County by Marin Magazine in 2021.

2. Osteria Divino

4.7

Exceptional(292)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Sausalito

Booked 13 times today

Osteria Divino offers authentic Florentine cuisine inspired by the finest local, organic, seasonal produce, meat & fish available. We serve an extensive selection of artisan pasta. Located in the local's district offering old world & modern atmosphere. We serve breakfast, lunch and dinner with live music nightly and Sunday Brunch. We are a proud member of Marin Organics.

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3. Angelino Restaurant

4.7

Exceptional(1027)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Sausalito

Booked 13 times today

We are open for indoor and outdoor seating and curbside pickup Tuesday - Sunday 5:00 - 9:00 pm. To view our full menu and daily specials, visit our website at www.angelinorestaurant.com. Please call us at (415) 331-5225 to place an order or order online for curbside pickup.Angelino Restaurant strives to give each customer a peek into Italy's spirit: delicious food, world-class wine, and unforgettable memories with family and friends. Experience the rich culture of Italy through the superb cuisine, friendly atmosphere, and warm hospitality of the Ancona family and the staff of Angelino Restaurant. Executive Chef Alfredo Ancona excels at blending traditional Italian flavors with high-quality local ingredients. Chef Alfredo crafts our menu to highlight the freshest ingredients each season has to offer. Freshly baked bread, house-made pasta, and locally caught seafood are among the highlights of what new and old customers love to enjoy with us.

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4. Little Original Joe's -- Marina

4.9

Exceptional(58)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Marina / Cow Hollow / Presidio

Booked 56 times today

Welcome to Little Original Joe's -- an Italian-American neighborhood eatery featuring pizza, pasta, and parmigiana in San Francisco's Marina neighborhood! Limited reservations are available for up to 6 guests -- we look forward to seeing you soon!

5. Cultivar

4.8

Exceptional(239)

Price: Expensive

• Californian • Marina / Cow Hollow / Presidio

Booked 5 times today

Mo-Sat: Food until 9pm, Wine until 10pm Sun: Food until 8:45pm Wine until 9pmSat/Sun: Brunch: 11am-3pm Cultivar San Francisco is an wine-centric farm to table restaurant by Cultivar Wine. The menu is inspired by locally-sourced seasonal ingredients including from our culinary garden at Caspar Estate. The menu complements hand-crafted wines from our Cultivar Winery and boutique wines from California and beyond. Cultivar Wine club flights are available. Cultivar Wine Club members get 20% off their Cultivar wine and Cultivar food. Join our Cultivar Wine Club!Our back patio has a fireplace, heaters and festive lighting, perfect setting for a private dinner or a celebration. Sidewalk tables on Chestnut have heaters, great for people watching and guests with dogs. Seasonal dishes and Cultivar Wines available for take out and to go.Our location is near the Lyon St. entrance to the Presidio, near the Palace of Fine Arts and in the Marina District of San Francisco.

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6. Flores - Union Street

4.6

Exceptional(567)

Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Marina / Cow Hollow / Presidio

Booked 50 times today

Flores is San Francisco’s Mexican restaurant serving traditional Mexican food and contemporary cocktails. At Flores, we stay true to our roots, finding inspiration in Mexico’s food, landscape and culture. We’re serious about our food, but we’re even more serious about having fun.5% surcharge will be added to all guest checks for employee benefit, including health insurance, commuter benefit, sick days, and minimum wage ordinance.

7. Chouquet's

4.8

Exceptional(1714)

Price: Moderate

• French • Pacific Heights

Booked 18 times today

A couple enjoying each others company tucked into a banquette late in the evening…a group of girlfriends people-watching from the sidewalk tables over brunch…two neighbors stopping by to grab lunch at the bar. These people all have one thing in common as they enjoy a meal here on Fillmore Street in Pacific Heights- Chouquet's. Whether inside our dining room or outside under the heated protection of our large awning, diners come to Chouquet’s to enjoy fresh, seasonal French bistro fare in a casual yet refined environment. Join us for lunch, brunch, or dinner and let us satisfy you with signature dishes such as our boeuf bourguignon, duck confit, onion soup or with bistro classics such as steak frites, moules marinière, and our famous crème brûlée for dessert. To complement your meal, we offer over 20 wines by the glass from our eclectic wine list of smaller producers.

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8. Ace Wasabi Rock-N-Roll Sushi

4.8

Exceptional(258)

Price: Moderate

• Sushi • Marina / Cow Hollow / Presidio

Booked 30 times today

Ace Wasabi—the ultimate sushi hotspot in San Francisco. For an incredible 28 years, we've been serving up mouthwatering sushi that's not only delicious but also visually stunning. Join us for happy hour, Mon-Fri, 5-6PM. Indulge in half-price sashimi platters + try our sake of the month special, the perfect companion to your sushi feast. Then, stay every Wednesday and Thursday at 6PM for an epic bingo game—some friendly competition, prizes, and more delicious sushi.Ready to join the party? Visit our website for our full menu + make a reservation to dine with us. Whether you're a sushi aficionado or just looking for a rockin' good time, Ace Wasabi is the place to be.

9. Marinitas

4.2

Awesome(845)

Price: Moderate

• Mexican • San Anselmo

Booked 12 times today

Marinitas features a menu inspired by dishes found throughout Mexico and Latin America using local and seasonal products. Through the collaboration of Heidi Krahling and Frank Villa, Marinitas delivers Latin focused lusciousness that is an exciting blend of the new and the familiar. The wine list mainly draws from the expansive selections of the best wine makers from Argentina and Chile. Cocktails focus on the silver and gold liquors of Central and South America. The bar is dedicated to classic cocktail preparations including citrus juice squeezed to order, house made sweet and sour made from unrefined cane sugars, along with the highest quality mixers. Beers include a full Mexican selection from light Lagers to dark regional Latin micro-brewed Ales.

10. Abrazo

4.9

Exceptional(509)

Price: Expensive

• Spanish • Russian Hill

Booked 6 times today

Welcome to Abrazo! We are a neighborhood restaurant nestled in the historic and beautiful Russian Hill neighborhood. Chef/Owner Michael Pawliks menu features contemporary Spanish-Californian inspired cuisine, sourcing only the freshest and most traditional ingredients. Abrazo features a lofty 18ft ceiling, a cozy bar, and a private dining room that seats 16. The wine list features the best of Spain's legendary wine regions alongside Napa Valley classics. We hope to see you soon!

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AudreyVIP
Los Angeles •26 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
The roasted tomato burrata with pesto starter was amazing. I had the kale salad with salmon and my husband had the chicken pot pie. It was all delicious. Servers (we sat at the bar) were very attentive. Seems to be a neighborhood spot as all the customers seem to know each other, which is nice. We’ll definitely be back.
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Little Original Joe's -- MarinaPrice: Moderate• Italian• Marina / Cow Hollow / Presidio
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4.9
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Patolsen2VIP
San Francisco Bay Area •37 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Another wonderful meal at Poggio. Very busy on Christmas Eve yet everything was perfect and timely. Our server, Daniela, made the evening better. Pappardelle pasta was outstanding and the featured Langhe Nebbiolo wine was delicious with it. Best restaurant in Marin.
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PoggioPrice: Expensive• Italian• Sausalito
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4.7
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San Francisco Bay Area •1 review
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
Wonderful as always! Loved our waiter. Merry Xmas! Susan
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Osteria DivinoPrice: Expensive• Italian• Sausalito
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4.7
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LilyVIP
New York City •1 review
5.0
Dined on 15 Dec 2024
The pop music wasn’t amazing but the brunch and mulled wine were delicious as always
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CultivarPrice: Expensive• Californian• Marina / Cow Hollow / Presidio
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4.8
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NancyVIP
San Francisco Bay Area •5 reviews
5.0
Dined on 14 Dec 2024
Angelinos was beautifully decorated for the holidays and very welcoming on a wet, blustery night. The staff is always friendly and the food was delicious with many fall flavors. And don’t miss out on the incredible pumpkin cheesecake!
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Angelino RestaurantPrice: Expensive• Italian• Sausalito
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4.7

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10 restaurants available nearby

1. Poggio

2. Osteria Divino

3. Angelino Restaurant

4. Little Original Joe's -- Marina

5. Cultivar

6. Flores - Union Street

7. Chouquet's

8. Ace Wasabi Rock-N-Roll Sushi

9. Marinitas

10. Abrazo

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