Recent Marin IJ dining reviews
Amélie Cafe
Address: 71 Broadway, Fairfax
Phone: 628-253-5161
Website: ameliefairfax.com
Cuisine: French bistro
Noise level: Comfortable
Seating: Indoor and front patio
Liquor selection: Wine and beer
Gluten-free selections: Yes
Vegetarian selections: Yes
Vegan selections: Yes
Dog-friendly: Yes
Parking: Street
Hours: 5 to 8:30 p.m. Mondays; 7:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. Wednesdays, Thursdays and Sundays; 7:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays; closed Tuesdays
Prices: $11 to $32
Reservations: Yes
Summary: A lively café offering organic farm-to-table French bistro fare
Paseo Bistro
Address: 17 Throckmorton Ave., Mill Valley
Phone: 415-888-3907
Website: paseobistro.com
Cuisine: Modern seasonal bistro
Noise level: Comfortable
Seating: Indoor and back patio
Liquor selection: Full bar
Gluten-free selections: Yes
Vegetarian selections: Yes
Vegan selections: Yes
Dog-friendly: Yes
Parking: Street
Hours: 5 to 10 p.m. Tuesdays through Fridays; 9 a.m. to 10 p.m. weekends
Prices: $6 to $56
Reservations: Yes
Summary: A contemporary bistro with locally sourced, seasonal menu.
Menya Shono
Address: 908Fourth St., San Rafael
Phone: 415-295-7112
Website: mensho.com
Cuisine: Japanese ramen bar
Noise level: Comfortable
Seating: Indoor
Liquor selection: Beer and sake
Gluten-free selections: Yes
Vegetarian selections: Yes
Vegan selections: Yes
Dog-friendly: Yes
Parking: Street
Hours: 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. and 5 to 8:30 p.m. Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays; 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. and 5 to 8:30 p.m. weekends; closed Tuesdays
Prices: $2 to $21
Reservations: No
Summary: Casual ramen bar in a modern industrial setting.
Phone: 415-569-4984
Website: hookfishco.com
Cuisine: Sustainable seafood
Noise level: Low
Seating: Indoor and back patio
Liquor selection: Wine and beer
Gluten-free selections: Yes
Vegetarian selections: Yes
Vegan selections: Yes
Dog-friendly: Yes
Parking: Free lot
Hours: 11:30 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. daily
Prices: $3 to $22
Reservations: No
Summary: Casual fare with the emphasis on sustainable seafood.
Kientz Hall
Address: 625 San Anselmo Ave., San Anselmo
Phone: 415-991-1502
Website: kientzhall.com
Cuisine: Casual Mediterranean
Noise level: Medium/low
Seating: Indoor, front patio and upstairs back patio
Liquor selection: Full bar
Gluten-free selections: Yes
Vegetarian selections: Yes
Vegan selections: Yes
Dog-friendly: Yes
Parking: Street
Hours: 11:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Sundays; 11:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays; closed Mondays
Prices: $7 to $29
Reservations: Yes
Summary: Live fire cooking in a spacious, welcoming, neighborhood restaurant with amazing views from the rooftop dining area.
Wrap N Kabob
Address: 811Fourth St., San Rafael
Phone: 415-785-7167
Website: wrapnkabob.com
Cuisine: Persian street food
Noise level: Moderate
Seating: Indoor
Liquor selection: N/A
Gluten-free selections: Yes
Vegetarian selections: Yes
Vegan selections: Yes
Dog-friendly: No
Parking: Street
Hours: 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. daily except 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sundays
Prices: $2.99 to $18.99
Reservations: No
Summary: Authentic Persian street food in a casual setting.
Address: 850 Lamont Ave., Novato
Phone: 415-944-2066
Website: ayawaskasf.com
Cuisine: Authentic Peruvian cuisine
Noise level: High
Seating: Indoor and back patio
Liquor selection: Full bar
Gluten-free selections: Yes
Vegetarian selections: Yes
Vegan selections: Yes
Dog-friendly: Yes
Parking: Free valet, lot
Hours: Noon to 9 p.m. Mondays through Thursdays; Noon to 10 p.m. Fridays; 9 a.m. to 10 p.m. weekends
Prices: $11 to $36
Reservations: Yes
Summary: A fun place to enjoy well-made cocktails and delicious Peruvian appetizers.
Gravity Tavern
Address: 38 Miller Ave., Mill Valley
Phone: 415-888-2108
Website: gravitytavern.com
Cuisine: California
Noise level: Comfortable
Seating: Indoor and covered patio
Liquor selection: Full bar
Gluten-free selections: Yes
Vegetarian selections: Yes
Vegan selections: Yes
Dog-friendly: Yes
Parking: Metered street, lot
Hours: Noon to 8 p.m. Wednesdays and Thursdays; noon to 9:30 p.m. Fridays; noon to 9:30 p.m. Saturdays; noon to 8 p.m. Sundays; closed Mondays and Tuesdays
Prices: $12 to $36
Reservations: Yes
Summary: Updated tavern food with locally sourced ingredients in a romantic setting.
Mamita Cocina Mexicana
Address: 340 Ignacio Blvd., Novato
Phone: 415-883-0901
Website: mamitamarin.com
Cuisine: Mexican with Oaxaca and Puebla specialties
Noise level: Loud if busy
Seating: Indoor and covered patio
Liquor selection: Full bar
Gluten-free selections: Yes
Vegetarian selections: Yes
Vegan selections: Yes
Dog-friendly: Yes
Parking: Free lot
Hours: 11:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. Mondays through Thursdays; 11:30 a.m. to 10 p.m. Fridays; 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Saturdays; 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Sundays
Prices: $10 to $22
Reservations: Yes
Lao Sausage at Laos Kitchen in San Rafael.
Summary: Delicious alta cocina Mexican food in a lively setting.
Mamahuhu
Address: 173 Throckmorton Ave., Mill Valley
Phone: 415-888-3266
Website: eatmamahuhu. com
Cuisine: Chinese American cuisine
Noise level: Comfortable
Seating: Indoor
Liquor selection: Wine, beer and cider
Gluten-free selections: Yes
Vegetarian selections: Yes
Vegan selections: Yes
Dog-friendly: No
Parking: Street
Hours: 11:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. daily
Prices: $5 to $17
Reservations: No
Summary: Casual Chinese American restaurant with organic and locally sourced ingredients.
Farley
Address: 602 Murray Circle, Sausalito
Phone: 415-339-4751
Website: eatatfarley.com
Cuisine: California bistro
Noise level: Comfortable
Seating: Indoor and outdoor terrace
Liquor selection: Full bar
Gluten-free selections: Yes
Vegetarian selections: Yes
Vegan selections: Yes
Dog-friendly: No
Parking: Street, valet
Hours: 7 to 11 a.m., 11:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. weekdays; 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. weekends; brunch 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. weekends
Prices: $9 to $44
Reservations: Yes
Summary: American-style bistro showcasing local ingredients in the food and drinks.
504 Alameda del Prado, Novato
Phone: 415-883-7793
Website: thespeakeasynovato.com
Cuisine: American bistro
Noise level: Comfortable
Seating: Indoor
Liquor selection: Full bar
Gluten-free selections: Yes
Vegetarian selections: Yes
Vegan selections: Yes
Dog-friendly: No
Parking: Free lot
Hours: 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. weekdays; happy hour 3:30 to 6:30 p.m. daily; 5 to 9 p.m. daily
Prices: $15 to $56
Reservations: Yes
Summary: A mid-century supper club style with a lively bar, mellow dining room and affordably priced, interesting wine list.
Sula
Address: 602 Murray Circle, Sausalito
Phone: 415-339-4751
Website: dineatsula.com
Cuisine: California seasonal with Mediterranean influences
Noise level: Comfortable
Seating: Indoor
Liquor selection: Full bar
Gluten-free selections: Yes
Vegetarian selections: Yes
Vegan selections: Yes
Dog-friendly: No
Parking: Valet
Hours: 5 to 9:30 p.m. Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays; closed Sundays through Wednesdays; the lounge is open 4 to 10 p.m. daily, subject to change
Prices: $16 to $56
Reservations: Yes
Summary: Fine dining in a warm, inviting yet excitingly designed setting.
Yes
Vegetarian selections: Yes
Vegan selections: Yes
Dog-friendly: No
Parking: Free lot and street
Hours: Lunch is from 11:30 a.m. to 2p.m. Wednesdays through Fridays; happy hour from 4to 6p.m. Tuesdays through Fridays; dinner from 5to 8p.m. Tuesdays through Thursdays and 5 to 9 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays
Prices: $7 to $28
Reservations: Yes
Summary: Friendly, familyowned and -run neighborhood restaurant with a mostly traditional Italian American menu.
Farmshop
Address: 2233 Larkspur Landing Circle, Larkspur
Phone: 415-755-6700
Website: farmshopla.com
Cuisine: California cuisine featuring local producers
Noise level: Comfortable on patio; can get loud inside and at the bar
Seating: Indoor and covered patio
Liquor selection: Full bar
Gluten-free selections: Yes
Vegetarian selections: Yes
Vegan selections: Yes
Dog-friendly: Yes
Parking: Free lot
Hours: 11:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. Mondays through Thursdays; 11:30 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. Fridays and Saturday; 10:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. Sundays
Prices: $16 to $45
Reservations: Yes
Summary: Fresh and creative menu celebrating California's agricultural abundance in a relaxed environment.
Perry's Novato
Address: 255 Alameda del Prado, Novato
Phone: 415-506-4212
Website: perryssf.com/location/novato
Cuisine: Traditional American
Noise level: Loud when full; traffic noise on patio
Seating: Indoor and covered patio
Liquor selection: Full bar
Gluten-free selections: Yes
Vegetarian selections: Yes
Vegan selections: Yes
Dog-friendly: No
Parking: Free lot
Hours: 11:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. daily
Prices: $9 to $45
Reservations: Yes
Summary: Traditional, casual American with a lively bar.
Banh Mi Zon
Address: 256 Shoreline Highway, Mill Valley
Phone: 415-521-5289
Website: banhmizonus.com
Cuisine: Vietnamese with a couple of twists