Best Neighborhood Gem Restaurants in Mill Valley

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1. Perry's on Magnolia

4.7

Exceptional(2151)

Price: Moderate

• American • Larkspur

Booked 44 times today

Perry’s on Magnolia brings Larkspur an outpost of the Union Street original, following the same combination of all-American favorite fare and comfortable, welcoming service that Perry’s first made a San Francisco hallmark in 1969. The décor is warm – featuring the trademark blue and white checked table cloths, framed memorabilia and rich mahogany bar. Perry’s is known today, as much as ever, for its classic American food, its warm personable service and its fun, bustling bar. Perry’s traditional yet innovative menu includes a wide variety of sandwiches, salads, pastas, steaks and grilled fresh fish.

2. Piazza D'Angelo

4.7

Exceptional(2063)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Mill Valley

Booked 30 times today

Piazza D’Angelo is a family run Italian trattoria located in the heart of downtown Mill Valley. With a bustling bar scene and a natural light-soaked dining room, Piazza D'Angelo evokes a Southern Italian dining experience with a unique sense of home comfort. Enjoy a variety of fresh pastas, wood-fired pizzas, antipasti, as well as fresh fish, prime meats and our signature tiramisu.We offer two patios for al fresco dining, a wood-burning pizza oven, a full service bar, and private dining spaces for your social or business gathering.Named after the restaurant's location right on the piazza of downtown Mill Valley, Piazza D'Angelo is an ode to Southern Italian trattorias - family owned, rustic neighborhood restaurants that serve fresh, unassuming, locally-sourced delicious food.Grazie!

3. Sushi Ran

4.8

Exceptional(2305)

Price: Expensive

• Sushi • Sausalito

Booked 49 times today

Sushi Ran is a local gem located in Sausalito, known for its fresh fish from Tokyo and extensive sushi menu. The reviews rave about its 'high quality fish', 'relaxed and classy environment', and 'subdued and charming ambiance'. The service is consistently praised as 'gracious', 'attentive', and 'welcoming'. The food is often described as 'amazing', 'delicious', and 'fresh'. It's a favorite spot for locals and visitors alike, consistently exceeding expectations.

4. Scoma's Sausalito

4.8

Exceptional(2598)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Sausalito

Booked 54 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.

5. Poggio

4.7

Exceptional(6182)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Sausalito

Booked 57 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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6. Left Bank Larkspur

4.6

Exceptional(4497)

Price: Moderate

• French • Larkspur

Booked 56 times today

Inspired by the birthplace of the original Parisian brasseries along the Left Bank of the Seine River, Left Bank Brasserie is an authentic Parisian-style brasserie by Chef Roland Passot. Left Bank pays homage to the joiede vivre that is synonymous with the Left Bank neighborhood in Paris. Guests are invited to step intoFrench culture, in a vibrant, social atmosphere that captures all the charm of traditional brasseriesand iconic alfresco dining of France. An all-day menu features authentic French cuisine utilizingseasonal, local and organic ingredients, and consists of iconic lighter fare such as oysters, tartare andprawns provençal, in addition to heartier classics like coq au vin and beef bourguignon. Inspired by theParisian-style Bar Américain, an extensive cocktail menu features classics of a bygone era, along with awide range of rotating taps, seasonal drafts and bottled beer, and an expertly-curated wine selection.

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7. Piatti - Mill Valley

4.5

Awesome(2692)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Mill Valley

Booked 29 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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8. Il Fornaio - Corte Madera

4.6

Exceptional(3162)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Corte Madera

Booked 41 times today

Il Fornaio means "the Baker" in Italian. This award-winning restaurant offers an authentic and unique Italian dining experience. Specialties include wood-fired rotisserie and grilled meats, poultry and game; housemade pastas; pizzas from an oak wood burning oven; fresh salads and housemade soups; a wide variety of desserts; and fresh baked bread made daily from scratch. Winner of the annual Wine Spectator Award of Excellence since 2002.

9. The Trident

4.5

Awesome(2112)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Sausalito

Booked 3 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

10. Marché Restaurant

4.7

Exceptional(1685)

Price: Expensive

• Farm-to-table • Ross

Booked 8 times today

Marché Restaurant is a true neighborhood gem, as per the glowing reviews. The owners' dedication to creating a welcoming atmosphere and serving delicious food has earned them a reputation in Ross. Customers praise the cozy dining room, charming patio, and excellent service. One reviewer described it as 'a neighborhood gem' and another as 'our go-to weekly date spot.'

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Sharon
Hawaii •10 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Oh! My! GOODNESS! 55th Wedding Anniversary dinner + 10 food loving, boisterous, love-filled, happy family members+ Scoma’s incredible food, wine list, cocktails, wait staff, bartenders, bussers, ambience, service = an experience far beyond expectations!!
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Scoma's SausalitoPrice: Expensive• Seafood• Sausalito
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4.8
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Haggai
San Francisco Bay Area •13 reviews
4.0
Dined 1 day ago
The angel hair didn’t have enough sauce and lacked flavor, In general this was a disappointing meal. The chocolate desert was the only excellent dish.
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PoggioPrice: Expensive• Italian• Sausalito
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4.7
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Charles
San Francisco Bay Area •1 review
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Monday night was the time to experience the great service, food, and ambience at the D'Angelo Pizza. Both the bar and table service were excellent. The seafood was perfectly seasoned and the pizza Something to write home about.
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Piazza D'AngeloPrice: Expensive• Italian• Mill Valley
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4.7
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Tina
New York City •10 reviews
5.0
Dined on Nov 15, 2024
Been a steady customer since Yoshi opened its doors, and still am! The food is sublime, the service attentive without being intrusive, the manager was kind and accommodating but the food remains the star! Thank you, Yoshi, for proving a restaurant opened before its time, can keep up with popular demand and offer creativity, freshness, and the most delicious sushi in the Bay Area!
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Sushi RanPrice: Expensive• Sushi• Sausalito
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4.8
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Julian
San Francisco Bay Area •1 review
5.0
Dined on Nov 12, 2024
The food was excellent, splendid, and exquisite. The scenery was magnificent and warm. The service was very very very good 10/10 would come back again.
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Perry's on MagnoliaPrice: Moderate• American• Larkspur
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4.7

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73 restaurants available nearby

1. Perry's on Magnolia

2. Piazza D'Angelo

3. Sushi Ran

4. Scoma's Sausalito

5. Poggio

6. Left Bank Larkspur

7. Piatti - Mill Valley

8. Il Fornaio - Corte Madera

9. The Trident

10. Marché Restaurant

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