8 Best Romantic Restaurants in Marin

8 restaurants available nearby

1. Insalata's

4.8

Exceptional(4041)

Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • San Anselmo

Booked 46 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.

2. Chalet Basque

4.8

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.

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 10 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. 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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6. Piatti - Mill Valley

4.5

Awesome(2692)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Mill Valley

Booked 18 times today

Established in 1987, Piatti offers finely crafted fresh Italian cuisine. The soul of the menu is our housemade pasta that we roll, cut and cook by hand everyday. Offering a fresh take on the neighborhood Italian trattoria, Piatti combines a warm, inviting atmosphere, seamless service and an immersive market experience so you can enjoy Piatti at home. Whether dining in or taking home, Piatti brings friends and family together.

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7. Le Marais Mill Valley

4.4

Awesome(3)

Price: Expensive

• French • Mill Valley

Booked 2 times today

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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8. Chianti Cucina - Novato

4.8

Exceptional(903)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Novato

Booked 9 times today

Chianti Cucina, an Italian restaurant in Novato, welcomes you to our family, where great food, service and atmosphere await you Italian style. We invite you to our table, offering a casual & memorable experience. At Chianti Cucina, you'll feel like a neighborhood regular, even if you're just visiting us for the first time. Our restaurant is a family friendly venue where you can feel equally at home as a solo diner, as a family, or as a small or large group of friends.

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8 restaurants available nearby

1. Insalata's

2. Chalet Basque

3. Marché Restaurant

4. Valenti & Co. Ristorante

5. Paseo: A California Bistro

6. Piatti - Mill Valley

7. Le Marais Mill Valley

8. Chianti Cucina - Novato

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