The Bungalow Kitchen

Address: 5 Main St., Tiburon

Phone: 415-366-4088

Website: bungalowkitchen.com/tiburon

Hours: 5 to 10 p.m. Wednesdays and Thursdays; 5 p.m. to midnight Fridays; 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. and 5 p.m. to midnight Saturdays; 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. and 5 to 10 p.m. Sundays; closed Mondays and Tuesdays

Prices: $11 to $195

Summary: California cuisine in a relaxed but chic atmosphere.

Amélie Cafe

Address: 71 Broadway, Fairfax

Phone: 628-253-5161

Website: ameliefairfax.com

Cuisine: French bistro

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

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

Hours: 5 to 10 p.m. Tuesdays through Fridays; 9 a.m. to 10 p.m. weekends

Prices: $6 to $56

Summary: A contemporary bistro with locally sourced, seasonal menu.

Menya Shono

Address: 908 Fourth St., San Rafael

Phone: 415-295-7112

Website: mensho.com

Cuisine: Japanese ramen bar

Liquor selection: Beer and sake

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

Summary: Casual ramen bar in a modern industrial setting.

Hook Fish Co. at Proof Lab Beer Garden

Address: 254 Shoreline Highway, Mill Valley

Phone: 415-569-4984

Website: hookfishco.com

Cuisine: Sustainable seafood

Hours: 11:30 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. daily

Prices: $3 to $22

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

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

Summary: Live fire cooking in a spacious, welcoming, neighborhood restaurant with amazing views from the rooftop dining area.

Wrap N Kabob

Address: 811 Fourth St., San Rafael

Phone: 415-785-7167

Website: wrapnkabob.com

Cuisine: Persian street food

Liquor selection: N/A

Hours: 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. daily except 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sundays

Prices: $2.99 to $18.99

Summary: Authentic Persian street food in a casual setting.

Ayawaska Hilltop

Address: 850 Lamont Ave., Novato

Phone: 415-944-2066

Website: ayawaskasf.com

Cuisine: Authentic Peruvian cuisine

Noise level: High

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

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

Seating: Indoor and covered patio

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

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

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

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

Seating: Indoor

Liquor selection: Wine, beer and cider

Hours: 11:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. daily

Prices: $5 to $17

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

Seating: Indoor and outdoor terrace

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

Summary: American-style bistro showcasing local ingredients in the food and drinks.

Novato Speakeasy/Board Room Restaurant

Address: 504 Alameda del Prado, Novato

Phone: 415-883-7793

Website: thespeakeasynovato.com

Cuisine: American bistro

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

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

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

Summary: Fine dining in a warm, inviting yet excitingly designed setting.

Café Villa Trattoria & Bar

Address: 1602 Lincoln Ave., San Rafael

Phone: 415-459-6161

Website: cafevilla.net

Parking: Free lot and street

Hours: Lunch is from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Wednesdays through Fridays; happy hour from 4 to 6 p.m. Tuesdays through Fridays; dinner from 5 to 8 p.m. Tuesdays through Thursdays and 5 to 9 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays

Prices: $7 to $28

Summary: Friendly, family-owned 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

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

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

Hours: 11:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. daily

Prices: $9 to $45

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

Parking: Lot

Hours: 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Tuesdays through Saturdays; 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sundays; closed Mondays

Prices: $2 to $16

Summary: Vietnamese-inspired, efficient café with healthful foods and limited seating.

Locanda Marin

Address: 286 Magnolia Ave., Larkspur

Phone: 415-234-5024

Website: italianrestaurantlarkspur.com

Cuisine: Italian

Noise level: Can get loud when full

Seating: Covered patios and indoor dining

Parking: Lot and street

Hours: Noon to 9 p.m. Sundays through Thursdays; noon to 10 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays

Prices: $8 to $28

Summary: Locanda Marin is an Italian-style, neighborhood restaurant with a friendly staff, a menu that would appeal to the whole family and easy parking.

Laos Kitchen

Address: 887 Fourth St., San Rafael

Phone: 415-456-4490

Website: laoskitchensanrafael.com

Cuisine: Thai and Laotian

Hours: 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. and 4:30 to 9 p.m. daily

Prices: $8 to $20

Summary: Marin’s first Laotian restaurant offers freshness, lovely presentations, textures and lively flavors in a welcoming environment.

Keiko Fish

Address: 250 Magnolia Ave. Larkspur

Phone: 415-891-8395

Website: keikofish.net

Cuisine: Sushi

Noise level: Moderate to loud

Liquor selection: Sake, beer and wine

Parking: Street and lot

Hours: Noon to 2:30 p.m. and 4:30 to 8:30 p.m. Tuesdays; noon to 2:30 p.m. and 4:30 to 9 p.m. Thursdays and Fridays; 4:30 to 9:30 p.m. Saturdays; 4:30 to 8 p.m. Sundays; closed Mondays

Prices: $7 to $95

Reservations: Yes

Summary: Keiko Fish offers the freshest fish artfully presented by a knowledgeable chef in a casual, unfussy atmosphere.

La Gastronomia di Porchetta

Address: 123 Bolinas Road, Fairfax

Phone: 415-419-5465

Website: lagastronomiadiporchetta.com

Cuisine: Traditional Italian

Noise level: Comfortable

Seating: Indoor and front patio

Liquor selection: Beer and wine

Gluten-free selections: Yes

Vegetarian selections: Yes

Vegan selections: Yes

Dog-friendly: No

Parking: Street

Hours: 5 to 9 p.m. Mondays and Wednesdays; 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. and 5 to 9 p.m. Thursdays; 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. and 5 to 9:30 p.m. Fridays and Sundays; 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. and 5 to 10 p.m. Saturdays; closed Tuesdays

Prices: $16 to $68

Reservations: Yes

Summary: A modern trattoria you would find in Tuscany.

Malibu Farm

Address: 9 Main St., Tiburon

Phone: 628-226-1222

Website: malibu-farm.com/tiburon

Cuisine: California fresh

Noise level: Moderate

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: 11 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. weekdays; 9 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. weekends

Prices: $15 to $48

Reservations: Yes

Summary: Malibu Farm serves the freshest ingredients artfully presented by a knowledgeable chef and presented in a comfortable, uncluttered space with iconic views.

Marché

Address: 23 Ross Common

Phone: 415-925-9200

Website: marchemarin.com

Cuisine: California fresh

Noise level: Moderate

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: 5:15 to 8:30 p.m. Tuesdays and Wednesdays; 5:15 to 9 p.m. Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays; closed Sundays and Mondays

Prices: $10 to $40

Reservations: Yes

Summary: Comfortable, unpretentious, independent restaurant with well-prepared food in an attractive setting with warm service.

Ounces Outdoors

Address: 5800 Northgate Drive, San Rafael

Phone: 877-747-0383

Website: ouncesoutdoors.com

Cuisine: California fresh pub food

Noise level: Moderate

Seating: Outdoor

Liquor selection: Beer, wine and hard cider

Gluten-free selections: Yes

Vegetarian selections: Yes

Vegan selections: Yes

Dog-friendly: Yes

Parking: Easy curbside or in free lot

Hours: 4 to 8 p.m. Wednesdays and Thursdays; 4 to 9 p.m. Fridays; noon to 9 p.m. Saturdays; noon to 8 p.m. Sundays; closed Mondays and Tuesdays

Prices: $3 to $45

Reservations: No

Summary: Casual, fun spot to catch up with friends and maybe meet some new ones.

Mi Casa Cafe

Address: 85 Woodland Ave., San Rafael

Phone: 415-482-6581

Website: micasacafegrillsr.com

Cuisine: Mexican

Noise level: Moderate

Seating: Indoor and back patio

Liquor selection: Full bar

Gluten-free selections: Yes

Vegetarian selections: Yes

Vegan selections: Yes

Dog-friendly: Yes

Parking: Street/lot

Hours: 9:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. Mondays through Thursdays; 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays; 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sundays

Prices: $3.99 to $36.99

Reservations: Yes

Summary: A casual neighborhood restaurant featuring Mexican regional food with some north-of-the-border twists.

Pupuseria Blankita

Address: 48B North San Pedro Road, San Rafael

Phone: 415-785-3443

Website: pupuseriablankitasanrafael.com

Cuisine: Salvadoran

Noise level: Low

Seating: Indoor

Liquor selection: No alcohol

Gluten-free selections: Yes

Vegetarian selections: Yes

Vegan selections: Yes

Dog-friendly: Service dogs

Parking: Yes, free in lot

Hours: 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Tuesdays through Sundays; closed Mondays

Prices: $2 to $19

Reservations: Call

Summary: A casual restaurant with Salvadoran food to eat in or take out.

Ditas

Address: 562 Bridgeway, Sausalito

Phone: 628-261-9267

Website: ditasmarin.com

Cuisine: California cuisine

Noise level: Comfortable

Seating: Indoor and back patio

Liquor selection: Full bar

Gluten-free selections: Yes

Vegetarian selections: Yes

Vegan selections: Yes

Dog-friendly: No

Parking: Valet and street

Hours: Lunch service is from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.; happy hour is from 2:30 to 5 p.m.; and dinner service is from 5:30 to 9 p.m. Wednesdays through Sundays; closed Mondays and Tuesdays

Prices: $15 to $68

Reservations: ditasmarin.com; opentable.com

Summary: A fine-dining spot with fantastic views.

Souvla

Address: 1805 Larkspur Landing Circle, suite 14, Larkspur

Phone: 415-400-5458

Website: souvla.com

Cuisine: California-Greek cuisine

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: Open lot

Hours: 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. daily

Prices: $4 to $58

Reservations: No

Summary: Take a trip to enjoy the flavors of Greece without the jet lag.

Nick’s Cove

Address: 23240 Highway 1, Marshall

Phone: 415-663-1033

Website: nickscove.com

Cuisine: Seafood

Noise level: Comfortable, could get loud if full

Seating: Indoor, deck and patio seating

Liquor selection: Full bar

Gluten-free selections: Yes

Vegetarian selections: Yes

Vegan selections: Yes

Dog-friendly: Yes

Parking: Open lot

Hours: Noon to 7 p.m. Mondays through Thursdays; 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays; 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Sundays

Prices: $12 to $69

Reservations: For 10 or more

Summary: No matter the weather, you can relax and enjoy the Northern California coastal experience at Nick’s Cove.

Zalta Mediterranean

Address: 39 Caledonia St., Sausalito

Phone: 415-887-9047

Website: zalta.us

Cuisine: Mediterranean

Noise level: Mild to noisy if full

Seating: Front patio

Liquor selection: Full bar

Gluten-free selections: Yes

Vegetarian selections: Yes

Vegan selections: Yes

Dog-friendly: Outside; service dogs

Parking: Street

Hours: 5 to 8:30 p.m. Mondays through Thursdays; 5 to 9 p.m. Fridays; noon to 9:30 p.m. Saturdays; noon to 8:30 p.m. Sundays

Prices: $10 to $36

Reservations: Online or call

Summary: An attractive, casual restaurant with Mediterranean flair.

SAN Korean Cafe

Address: 2165 Francisco Blvd. E, unit C, San Rafael

Phone: 415-306-7093

Website: sankorean.com

Cuisine: Korean

Noise level: Moderate

Seating: Indoor and front patio

Liquor selection: None

Gluten-free selections: Yes

Vegetarian selections: Yes

Vegan selections: Yes

Dog-friendly: Yes

Parking: Lot/street

Hours: 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays; 8:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. Wednesdays; 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Saturdays; closed Sundays

Prices: $5 to $14

Reservations: No

Summary: A quick-service spot in an underserved eating area of San Rafael with flavors and food beyond the usual.

Emma’s Restaurant

Address: 817 Francisco Blvd. West, San Rafael

Phone: 415-492-1638

Website: emmasrestaurants.com

Cuisine: Chinese

Noise level: Moderate

Seating: Tables

Liquor selection: Wine, sake and beer

Gluten-free selections: Yes

Vegetarian selections: Yes

Vegan selections: Yes

Dog friendly: No

Parking: Free lot

Hours: 11:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. daily

Prices: Mostly $12 to $18

Reservations: Call

Summary: Enjoy some lighter-style Chinese food favorites in a family-friendly surrounding with attentive service.

Himalayan Kitchen

Address: 227 Third St., San Rafael

Phone: 415-526-3161

Website: himalayankitchenmarin.com

Cuisine: Himalayan

Noise level: Moderate

Seating: Tables

Liquor selection: Beer and wine

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. and 4:30 to 9 p.m. daily

Prices: $3 to $24.95

Reservations: Call

Summary: A cozy restaurant with comforting flavors and a sweet dose of hospitality.

Red Rooster Brick Oven

Address: 901 B St., San Rafael

Phone: 415-234-8414

Website: Redroosterbrickoven.com

Cuisine: Italian American

Noise level: Moderate

Seating: Tables

Liquor selection: Full

Gluten-free selections: No

Vegetarian selections: Yes

Vegan selections: No

Dog friendly: In parklet

Parking: Validated at B Street lot across from the restaurant

Hours: 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. daily

Prices: $15 to $32

Reservations: Call

Summary: Welcoming restaurant in downtown San Rafael with a menu to please all.

— Compiled by Daniel Bromfield