Best Restaurants that are Worth The Drive in San Rafael

14 restaurants available nearby

1. Insalata's

4.8

Exceptional(4041)

Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • San Anselmo

Booked 37 times today

Insalata's Restaurant is moving into it's 28th year of the community minded restaurants in San Anselmo. Insalata's receives Bib Gourmand from Michelin for it's 15th year in a row. Our goal at Insalata's has always been to bring luscious Mediterranean food, gracious service and a warm atmosphere to our diners. For over 28 years we have shared this experience of intimate dining and joyful celebrations in a variety of ways. First and foremost as a fine dining restaurant with our beautiful private Siena room in which to sit and relax and enjoy a meal. We also offer take out dining for those days when time is of the essence, or catered affairs where we bring great food and staff into your home or venue. Our guests have become family and we have grown together in the community in which we all live and work. Everyone at Insalata's is extremely proud to be a part of this extended "village" family.

2. Marché Restaurant

4.7

Exceptional(1685)

Price: Expensive

• Farm-to-table • Ross

Booked 3 times today

Marché is situated in the quaint town of Ross in the heart of beautiful Marin County. We are named for the farmer's markets of southern France where chefs and restauranteurs visit seeking inspiration and ingredients for the meals they will serve each day. We are a French/Italian inspired, California contemporary farm-to-fork restaurant and feature produce, meat and seafood from local purveyors to help us create our delicious seasonal dishes. We have a diverse wine and beer selection sourced from local and international small production wineries to accompany your meal. Dining is available inside the cozy dining room and on our charming open-air patio.Reservations are recommended. For parties of 7 or more people, please contact the restaurant by emailing info@marchemarin.com or by calling 415-925-9200. We look forward to seeing you!

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3. Perry's on Magnolia

4.7

Exceptional(2152)

Price: Moderate

• American • Larkspur

Booked 35 times today

Perry’s on Magnolia brings Larkspur an outpost of the Union Street original, following the same combination of all-American favorite fare and comfortable, welcoming service that Perry’s first made a San Francisco hallmark in 1969. The décor is warm – featuring the trademark blue and white checked table cloths, framed memorabilia and rich mahogany bar. Perry’s is known today, as much as ever, for its classic American food, its warm personable service and its fun, bustling bar. Perry’s traditional yet innovative menu includes a wide variety of sandwiches, salads, pastas, steaks and grilled fresh fish.

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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.

5. Marinitas

4.4

Awesome(840)

Price: Moderate

• Mexican • San Anselmo

Booked 1 time 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.

6. Chalet Basque

4.7

Exceptional(1062)

Price: Expensive

• Basque • San Rafael

Booked 4 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.

7. Sushi Ran

4.8

Exceptional(2307)

Price: Expensive

• Sushi • Sausalito

Booked 37 times today

WE ARE OPEN FOR TAKEOUT FROM 5:00PM - 9:30PM. LET US JOYFULLY NOURISH YOUR BODY AS WELL AS YOUR SPIRIT. Sushi Ran is a longstanding Japanese restaurant located in Sausalito, California that specializes in sushi. The restaurant prepares menu items utilizing fresh fish delivered from Tokyo daily and features a casual, family friendly dining atmosphere.Sushi Ran serves lunch and dinner daily and features an extensive menu offering of moriawase, maki, nigri and sashimi, vegetables, soup, cool plates and hot plates. Cool and hot plate options at the restaurant include Hokkaido scallop crudo, miso Wagyu beef, big eye tuna tartare, asari clam, braised beef tongue and organic chicken. Nigri and sashimi options featured at Sushi Ran include tuna, yellowtail, white fish, beef, mackerel, eel salmon, shellfish, caviar, toro tataki and more.

8. Poggio

4.7

Exceptional(6183)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Sausalito

Booked 54 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.

9. Sula

4.7

Exceptional(210)

Price: Expensive

• American • Sausalito

Booked 30 times today

Sula is a must-visit for its exquisite American cuisine with Asian influences and stunning views of the Golden Gate Bridge. As one reviewer mentioned, it's 'flavor, texture, originality' are all 'spectacular'. The restaurant's ambiance and service are consistently praised, with one customer saying, 'The food, service, decor and ambiance are outstanding'. It's definitely worth the drive!

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10. Show de Carnes Brazilian Steakhouse

4.7

Exceptional(66)

Price: Very Expensive

• Brazilian Steakhouse • Sausalito

Booked 5 times today

Bringing the national barbecue of Brazil, where the meat has been raised to the level of art.

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5.0
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California Central Coast •3 reviews
5.0
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5.0
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4.7
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Hanzel
San Francisco Bay Area •6 reviews
5.0
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14 restaurants available nearby

1. Insalata's

2. Marché Restaurant

3. Perry's on Magnolia

4. Valenti & Co. Ristorante

5. Marinitas

6. Chalet Basque

7. Sushi Ran

8. Poggio

9. Sula

10. Show de Carnes Brazilian Steakhouse

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