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1. Insalata's
4.8
Exceptional(4041)
Price: Expensive
• Mediterranean • San Anselmo
Booked 39 times today
Insalata's is the perfect spot for a romantic evening. Reviewers consistently praise the 'warm atmosphere' and 'great ambiance'. One reviewer even mentioned it as their 'favorite date night restaurant'. The 'luscious Mediterranean food' and 'excellent service' create a truly intimate dining experience. The 'sophisticated dishes' and 'elaborate prep' with 'quality ingredients' make every meal a memorable one. The 'cozy dining room' and 'outdoor seating' in the 'spring/summer' enhance the romantic setting.
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2. Paseo: A California Bistro
4.3
Awesome(226)
Price: Expensive
• Californian • Mill Valley
Booked 6 times today
Enjoy seasonal New American recipes, using ingredients from the best local artisans, growers, and producers, in our elegant and iconic setting.
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3. Marché Restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(1685)
Price: Expensive
• Farm-to-table • Ross
Booked 3 times today
Marché Restaurant is a romantic spot due to its intimate ambiance and beautiful setting. Reviewers highlight the 'pleasant and romantic setting', 'intimate setting', and 'charming patio'. The farm-to-table cuisine and creative menu add to the romantic feel.
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4. Valenti & Co. Ristorante
4.9
Exceptional(842)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • San Anselmo
Booked 5 times today
Welcome to Valenti & Co, Northern Italian Restaurant and Wine Bar in San Anselmo. Farm-fresh Italian Cuisine, thoughtfully sourced local ingredients and wines.
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5. Chalet Basque
4.7
Exceptional(1062)
Price: Expensive
• Basque • San Rafael
Booked 5 times today
The Chalet Basque restaurant is a family style restaurant serving dishes inspired by the Basque regions of France and Spain. Located in San Rafael, California, the owner and proud staff would like to invite you to come join us for our delicious cuisine, full bar and outdoor patio. In keeping with traditional Basque culture, our restaurant has an old school, comfy feel. We serve hearty Basque dishes and make a different fresh soup each day. Dishes such as escargot, frog legs and rack of lamb keep us anchored to our deep Basque and French roots. While our vegetarian plate, and similar dishes, show our influence by Northern California. Join us for a romantic first date, a night out with the guys, a relaxing end to a stressful day at work or a wedding rehearsal and everything in between. Our restaurant is also available for Banquets and parties upon reservation.
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6. Le Marais Mill Valley
4.4
Awesome(4)
Price: Expensive
• French • Mill Valley
Tastes of France in Mill Valley, join us for romantic dinners, family meals, and special occasions in our charming, French-inspired California bistro. Chef Emmanuel's classic French dishes made with local and organic ingredients — fondue gougères, rillettes de saumon, entrecote aux trois poivres, moules frites, bouillabaisse marseillaise, saint-jacques scallops, poulet a l'estragon, soupe à l'oignon, salade niçoise, et plus! Owner Patrick Ascaso has curated a list of his favorite, affordable French wines, offering some unique profiles from the Southern part of France with spicier, fruitier profiles, and also from the Northern Rhone region with earthier finishes, along with many organic wines with less and less nitrates to bring the natural flavors forward.
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7. Poggio
4.7
Exceptional(6183)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Sausalito
Booked 50 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.
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8. Luna Blu - Tiburon
4.7
Exceptional(2586)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Tiburon
Booked 13 times today
Renzo and Crystal would like to welcome you to Luna Blu. The home of Sicilian seafood with an English accent!Daily menu using seasonal, fresh & organic produce.A true taste of our homelands exquisite cuisine in a comfortable intimate environment.We are partnered with the Monterey Bay Aquarium Seafood Watch, which means all our seafood is sustainable. 2014 was a great year for us at Luna Blu as our diners voted us one of the Top 100 Neighborhood Gem restaurants in America. An honor our team were proud to receive.
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9. Ditas
4.0
Excellent(161)
Price: Expensive
• Californian • Sausalito
Booked 4 times today
Ditas is Sausalito’s newest culinary gem. Since its opening in 2023, the destination restaurant has garnered rave reviews for its attentive service, and awe-inspiring views. Occupying the former principal yacht club of San Francisco, Ditas offers the most breathtaking bay and city vistas in Sausalito, making it the perfect choice for those seeking a memorable upscale dining experience. We bring the authentic California Coastal Cuisine on the table. Dining is offered on our heated patio that over looks the bay, in the dining room, in our private dining room as well as in our lounge. In addition to great food in the lounge you can enjoy the finest cocktails served just for you!
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10. Sula
4.7
Exceptional(210)
Price: Expensive
• American • Sausalito
Booked 30 times today
Sula is a romantic restaurant that provides a stylish, yet elegant setting for a memorable dining experience. The dimly lit ambiance, as noted in several reviews, enhances the romantic feel. Coupled with excellent service, delicious food, and an array of sweet desserts, it's an ideal place for a celebration or a romantic evening.
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