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Diners' Choice: Innovative restaurants in Marin

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Updated 05 January 2025

Looking for the best restaurants that are fit for foodies in Marin? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyses nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favourite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you book, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!


A photo of Show de Carnes Brazilian Steakhouse restaurant
5.0
5 (72)
$50 and over
Brazilian Steakhouse
Sausalito
About the restaurant
Bringing the national barbecue of Brazil, where the meat has been raised to the level of art.
Top review
Kathy
Dined on 9 Jan 2025
Mateo’s was our server, he was excellent. good variety of meats! the lamb chops and rib eye and top sirloin were very tasty. salads are fresh, nice variety
A photo of The Caviar Co. restaurant
4.9
4.9 (57)
$50 and over
Seafood
Tiburon
About the restaurant
The Caviar Co. Champagne Lounge is nestled in charming downtown Tiburon. Our menu features caviar flights, light bites, and an extensive champagne list to indulge in. Whether you are new to caviar or a seasoned connoisseur, our tasting room has offerings for every palate!

Our tasting room is currently licensed for guests 21+.

Top review
kathleenVIP
Dined on 26 Dec 2024
Afternoon tea was amazing. Delicate petite sandwiches with caviar and delicious sweets. We ordered a half bottle of champagne and enjoyed the experience!
A photo of Sushi Ran restaurant
4.8
4.8 (2348)
$31 to $50
Sushi
Sausalito
About the restaurant
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.

Top review
Deana
Dined today
My boyfriend treats me to a Birthday dinner every year at my restaurant choice, and this year was great! We chose many different sushi rolls, sushi and sashimi choices, and boyfriend had the chicken entree. The Poke Roll was a favorite for both of us, as was the Shrimp Tempura. We tried their house Pinot Noir wine and enjoyed that, as well as Port with desserts. The staff was aware it was my Birthday and made it special, as did the restaurant owner, who came over for a chat with us. Such an enjoyable evening! I am a Sausalito local, and my boyfriend works in Sausalito - we will return more frequently. I am so happy that this restaurant has had so many very successful years in Sausalito!
A photo of Insalata's restaurant
4.7
4.7 (4104)
$31 to $50
Mediterranean
San Anselmo
About the restaurant
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.

Top review
LisaVIP
Dined 1 day ago
Insalata is a gem! We had a fabulous birthday luncheon (2 persons). Kicked off with Mezze Plate (Hummus, Pita, falafel), Squid Ink Pasta, and Mussels (no room for desert)! Every dish was delicious and beautifully plated. Olivia, our server and other staff members were attentive and friendly. We will be back!
A photo of RH Rooftop Restaurant at RH Marin restaurant
4.7
4.7 (3196)
$31 to $50
American
Corte Madera
About the restaurant
The RH Rooftop Restaurant resides on the third floor of RH Marin, a 60,000-square-foot design gallery that blurs the lines between residential and retail, indoors and outdoors, home and hospitality. We invite you to enjoy our menu of timeless classics for brunch and dinner, and a selection of wines from esteemed vintners in the United States and Europe. Guests dine in a year-round skylit garden escape amidst trickling fountains, heritage olive trees and glimmering chandeliers.

For group dining inquiries, please email: marinhospitality@rh.com

Top review
Christian
Dined 1 day ago
This is a very beautiful restaurant, the scenery at night is just breathtaking with comfortable lights and a beautiful sound of a waterfall. Food quality is rich you can taste the freshness behind these delicious courses. Customer service is A1 top tier, outstanding! Very acknowledgeable and polite. Would definitely recommend this place to friends and family. Although people have complained about the prices of food, it’s a fancy sit down restaurant what do you expect? Food and wine is definitely worth the money!
A photo of The Bungalow Kitchen by Michael Mina Tiburon restaurant
4.6
4.6 (215)
$31 to $50
Californian
Tiburon
About the restaurant
The Bungalow Kitchen by Michael Mina presents a dynamic new social dining experience and vibrant community clubhouse in the heart of Tiburon – Marin County’s charming waterfront neighborhood along the San Francisco Bay. Award-winning chef Michael Mina and hospitality veteran Brent Bolthouse joined forces with renowned interior designer Martin Brudnizki to create a lively bohemian atmosphere with bold cuisine, five-star service, and thoughtful touchpoints that pay homage to Tiburon’s storied past. The menu presents elevated California cuisine options for dinner, late-night and weekend brunch, as well as a robust wine list and inventive craft cocktails.

Spanning nearly 12,000 square feet across two floors with 5,000 square feet of outdoor waterfront space on its expansive patios, The Bungalow Kitchen by Michael Mina boasts spectacular views of the San Francisco Bay, San Francisco skyline, Tiburon Marina, Angel Island and beyond.

Top review
DavidVIP
Dined 4 days ago
We are local, but haven’t been in for a while other than for drinks. The food was really good. We had the tuna tartare and a beautiful pear and endive salad for apps, then split a cheeseburger w truffle fries, the phyllo encrusted petrale sole, and the carrots with yogurt and honey between three people. It was all good, and the carrots were awesome! Service was top notch (as always). And kudos to the management for continuing to work ontve menu to make it approachable.
A photo of Pacific Catch - Corte Madera restaurant
4.5
4.5 (1228)
$30 and under
Seafood
Corte Madera
About the restaurant
Pacific Catch is a WestCoast Fish House dedicated to delivering high quality sustainable seafood with a unique perspective. From the day we opened we've been mindful about where our ingredients come from and how to bring to life the vibrant flavors and feeling of the Pacific. It's our commitment to our guests to keep things interesting, innovative, wholesome and thoughtfully sourced. That's why we've formalized our relationship with the Monterey Bay Seafood Aquarium's Seafood Watch, James Beard Foundation's Smart Catch and the Surfrider Foundation by becoming a partner and bringing on a director of sustainability to help steward these efforts.

Rest assured all of our restaurants will be following the most stringent protocols on cleaning, sanitization, social distancing, and protections for employee health including temperature taking and the use of protective masks and gloves.

Top review
Hope
Dined today
The food is delicious and our server, Milton, is away, is personable and provide great service, and really makes it a great experience.
A photo of Farmshop restaurant
4.4
4.4 (2118)
$31 to $50
Californian
Larkspur
About the restaurant
Farmshop Marin is Jeff Cerciello’s second outpost which opened in 2013 in the heart of the Marin Country Mart in Larkspur. It follows in the footsteps of Farmshop Los Angeles, the acclaimed restaurant and artisan market that opened in the Brentwood Country Mart in 2010. Farmshop Marin features pristine California-centric ingredients and refined yet comforting dishes.
The impressive 6,500 sq foot space features a comfortable and elegant dining room, outdoor patio, expansive full-bar area seating 50 people, lounge, private dining room seating 60, and an open-hearth wood-burning oven and grill. A gathering space for Marin locals & ferry commuters, the restaurant offers the impeccably-sourced, seasonal California fare Farmshop has come to be known for, with additional pizza, fish and meats fresh from the wood-burning oven and grill.

Please note that reservation of 7 or more require a credit card. Cards will be charged $25 per guest for parties that do not arrive for their reservation.

Top review
VirginiaVIP
Dined 2 days ago
Delicious! Service very good Special occasion dinner
A photo of Flores - Corte Madera restaurant
4.4
4.4 (1016)
$31 to $50
Mexican
Corte Madera
About the restaurant
From the Gulf to the Pacific, we bring the heart and soul of Mexico to your table through our favorite family recipes. Flores serves up traditional Mexican cuisine in a relaxed and vibrant setting that transports you to the beachside resorts of Mexico. Our bar features more than 50 rare and small-batch tequilas and mezcals, which we serve in handcrafted margaritas and creative cocktails.

Our patio is not covered therefore we will not be able to honor outdoor reservations in case of rain.

To make a reservation or place an order, please visit our website at floressf.com, or find us on Toast, Uber Eats and Doordash for delivery. 4% surcharge will be added to all guest checks for employee benefit, including health insurance, commuter benefit, sick days, and minimum wage ordinance.

Top review
MiriamVIP
Dined 4 days ago
Great service, ambience and food. Love their vegan menu (be sure to ask for no cheese on the guacamole if you’re vegan). The churros (likely not vegan) are served hot, and are the perfect consistency.
A photo of Ditas restaurant
3.8
3.8 (164)
$31 to $50
Californian
Sausalito
About the restaurant
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!
Top review
sandra
Dined on 28 Dec 2024
Ditas has a nice view of the city, unfortunately our group got sick from their oysters.
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