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1. Sushi Ran
4.8
Exceptional(2328)
Price: Expensive
• Sushi • Sausalito
Booked 46 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.
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2. Poggio
4.7
Exceptional(6222)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Sausalito
Booked 79 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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3. Luna Blu - Tiburon
4.7
Exceptional(2600)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Tiburon
Booked 15 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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4. Scoma's Sausalito
4.7
Exceptional(2617)
Price: Expensive
• Seafood • Sausalito
Booked 76 times today
At Scoma’s Sausalito, Chef Escobar's menu is as lively and colorful as the daily catch . Proudly ranked TripAdvisor’s #1 seafood restaurant in Sausalito, Scoma’s delights with steaming whole crabs, rich hearty chowders, perfectly grilled seasonal fish and house specialties like the lobster risotto , cioppino and scallops parmigiano. Raw bar selections, steaks, and pasta, plus wine and cocktails round out their classic menu. Visit Scoma’s Sausalito family-owned waterfront restaurant for the ultimate in “pier to plate” dining. The warm, personal ambiance and incredible bay views will bring you back time and time again.
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5. The Spinnaker - Sausalito
4.5
Awesome(5417)
Price: Expensive
• Seafood • Sausalito
Booked 49 times today
INDOOR AND OUTDOOR DINING ( MAY NOT BE AVAILABLE WHEN REQUESTED) WITH WATER VIEWSOPEN EVERYDAY FROM 11 AM0 AM
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6. The Bungalow Kitchen by Michael Mina Tiburon
4.6
Exceptional(209)
Price: Expensive
• Californian • Tiburon
Booked 16 times today
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.
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7. Ditas
4.0
Excellent(162)
Price: Expensive
• Californian • Sausalito
Booked 2 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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8. A16 - San Francisco
4.6
Exceptional(5034)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Marina / Cow Hollow / Presidio
Booked 55 times today
A16 is a Michelin rated and James Beard Award Winning Italian restaurant, known for its lively Campania traditions. It's a favorite spot for celebrations like date nights and early mother's and father's days, as stated in the reviews. The menu features wood oven-fired Neapolitan pizza, braised meatballs, vibrant salads, pasta and local meats and seafood dishes. The restaurant is praised for its amazing food, sophisticated atmosphere, and outstanding service.
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9. The Trident
4.5
Awesome(2114)
Price: Expensive
• Seafood • Sausalito
Booked 15 times today
The Trident Restaurant is located "on the water" in historic Sausalito, CAOur heated outdoor decks provide a sensational dining experience with spectacular San Francisco bay views. Our outdoor deck is also dog friendly. Inside is an incredible recipe of art and architecture, complemented with a resemblance of an old yacht. The ceiling mural was original to the Trident and painted by Dave Richards, creator of Janis Joplin’s infamous 1965 Porsche Cabriolet. On the outside deck, discover one of the most stunning restaurant waterfront views on the west coast, which boasts the skyline of San Francisco, Angel Island and Alcatraz. Join us for brunch, lunch or dinner
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10. Angelino Restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(1027)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Sausalito
Booked 10 times today
We are open for indoor and outdoor seating and curbside pickup Tuesday - Sunday 5:00 - 9:00 pm. To view our full menu and daily specials, visit our website at www.angelinorestaurant.com. Please call us at (415) 331-5225 to place an order or order online for curbside pickup.Angelino Restaurant strives to give each customer a peek into Italy's spirit: delicious food, world-class wine, and unforgettable memories with family and friends. Experience the rich culture of Italy through the superb cuisine, friendly atmosphere, and warm hospitality of the Ancona family and the staff of Angelino Restaurant. Executive Chef Alfredo Ancona excels at blending traditional Italian flavors with high-quality local ingredients. Chef Alfredo crafts our menu to highlight the freshest ingredients each season has to offer. Freshly baked bread, house-made pasta, and locally caught seafood are among the highlights of what new and old customers love to enjoy with us.

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  • Patolsen2VIP
    San Francisco Bay Area •37 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Another wonderful meal at Poggio. Very busy on Christmas Eve yet everything was perfect and timely. Our server, Daniela, made the evening better. Pappardelle pasta was outstanding and the featured Langhe Nebbiolo wine was delicious with it. Best restaurant in Marin.
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    PoggioPrice: Expensive• Italian• Sausalito
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    4.7
  • CAROL
    San Francisco Bay Area •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    I always have a wonderful experience at Luna Blu. The food is exceptional and the ambiance is fabulous. I feel very fortunate to live 5 minutes minutes away from Luna Blu. Crystal is a very warm and a wonderful host.
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    Luna Blu - TiburonPrice: Expensive• Italian• Tiburon
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    4.7
  • Dylan
    San Francisco Bay Area •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    The miso cheesecake is fireeeee. So was the bottle of Tarusake that we ended up pairing with all four courses we had
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    Sushi RanPrice: Expensive• Sushi• Sausalito
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    4.8
  • Michael
    Dallas - Fort Worth •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    This was an incredible experience for my wife’s birthday dinner. The staff was outstanding. The management team even found the birthday cake my wife loved. And the food was delicious Could not have been a better night. Thank you
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    Scoma's SausalitoPrice: Expensive• Seafood• Sausalito
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    4.7
  • DonnaVIP
    San Francisco Bay Area •16 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    We ordered the lite lunch, soup n salad. Just enough for small eaters. Great place food & of course the view of the bay, even on a cloudy day it’s fantastic
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    The Spinnaker - SausalitoPrice: Expensive• Seafood• Sausalito
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    4.5

Discover best special occasions restaurants in Sausalito

Discover the perfect blend of ambiance and cuisine in Sausalito, Marin, for your special occasions. Nestled in the San Francisco Bay Area, Sausalito offers a vibrant dining scene that catifies both the eye and the palate. The restaurants in this location are renowned for their expert fusion of local Northern California ingredients with global culinary traditions, creating an unforgettable dining experience. Each establishment provides an ideal setting for celebrations, whether it's an anniversary, birthday, or any significant milestone, ensuring every meal is not just eaten but celebrated. Guests can expect top-notch service, breathtaking views of the Golden Gate Bridge and the surrounding bay, and a menu that features everything from sophisticated cocktails crafted with small-batch distillers to exquisite desserts. These eateries not only promise a meal but an experience that resonates with the charm and elegance of Sausalito, making every special occasion memorably delightful.

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