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A photo of The Spinnaker - Sausalito restaurant
4.5
Awesome(5418)
Price: Expensive
• Seafood • Sausalito
Booked 48 times today
INDOOR AND OUTDOOR DINING ( MAY NOT BE AVAILABLE WHEN REQUESTED) WITH WATER VIEWSOPEN EVERYDAY FROM 11 AM0 AM
A photo of Scoma's Sausalito restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(2620)
Price: Expensive
• Seafood • Sausalito
Booked 51 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.
A photo of The Bungalow Kitchen by Michael Mina Tiburon restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(210)
Price: Expensive
• Californian • Tiburon
Booked 14 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.
A photo of Poggio restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(6229)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Sausalito
Booked 73 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.
A photo of Piatti - Mill Valley restaurant
4.5
Awesome(2711)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Mill Valley
Booked 35 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.
A photo of The Trident restaurant
4.4
Awesome(2114)
Price: Expensive
• Seafood • Sausalito
Booked 20 times today
The Trident is a waterfront restaurant located in Sausalito, CA. It offers stunning views of the San Francisco Bay, as per reviews, with the skyline of San Francisco, Angel Island, and Alcatraz visible from its outdoor decks. The restaurant is described as having a 'beautiful view of the bay' and being 'right on the water', making it a popular spot for waterfront dining.
A photo of Ditas restaurant
4.0
Excellent(162)
Price: Expensive
• Californian • Sausalito
Booked 6 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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  • Barbara
    San Francisco Bay Area •3 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    We had a wonderful dinner with friends visiting from Seattle. We had a lovely table with a view of the bay and San Francisco. We had cocktails to sit and enjoy the view and talk. I had the macadamia nut crusted petrale which was delicious and my husband had fish and chips, which he said were good. Our friends enjoyed their meals and we ended the evening sharing a hot fudge sundae with coffee. It was a fun night and the service was excellent. Another great thing is the valet parking which made an everything so easy. I highly recommend The Spinnaker.
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    The Spinnaker - SausalitoPrice: Expensive• Seafood• Sausalito
    4.5
  • Peter
    Washington, D.C. Area •1 review
    4.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    For Christmas dinner, we showed up on time and waited 45 mins for a table for the prix fixe djnner. Dinner was good. Enjoyed the pasta with crab sauce. All good but not special.
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    The Bungalow Kitchen by Michael Mina TiburonPrice: Expensive• Californian• Tiburon
    4.6
  • Peter and DeborahVIP
    San Francisco Bay Area •46 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    Wow! We greatly enjoyed our Christmas Eve meal. We had a late seating and is typical during the Holidays. reservations were running a little late. No problem, our host walked us to the bar and saw that we were comfortably seated and introduced us to our bartender Jim -- who was great! Our dinner was excellent, all of our courses arrived in a timely manner and were well prepared. All the staff were both friendly and professional and added to our dining experience. The dining is beautiful any time of year, but especially for the Christmas Holiday.
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    The Waterfront Restaurant and CafePrice: Expensive• Californian• Financial District / Embarcadero
    4.6
  • Patolsen2VIP
    San Francisco Bay Area •37 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 5 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
    4.7
  • Michael
    Dallas - Fort Worth •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 6 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
    4.7
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