Best Casual Restaurants in San Rafael

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1. Farmshop

4.5

Awesome(2195)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Californian • Larkspur

Booked 53 times today

Farmshop Marin is Jeff Cerciello’s second outpost which opened in 2013 in the heart of the Marin Country Mart in Larkspur. It follows in the footsteps of Farmshop Los Angeles, the acclaimed restaurant and artisan market that opened in the Brentwood Country Mart in 2010. Farmshop Marin features pristine California-centric ingredients and refined yet comforting dishes.The impressive 6,500 sq foot space features a comfortable and elegant dining room, outdoor patio, expansive full-bar area seating 50 people, lounge, private dining room seating 60, and an open-hearth wood-burning oven and grill. A gathering space for Marin locals & ferry commuters, the restaurant offers the impeccably-sourced, seasonal California fare Farmshop has come to be known for, with additional pizza, fish and meats fresh from the wood-burning oven and grill. Please note that reservation of 7 or more require a credit card. Cards will be charged $25 per guest for parties that do not arrive for their reservation.

A photo of RH Rooftop Restaurant at RH Marin restaurant

2. RH Rooftop Restaurant at RH Marin

4.8

Exceptional(3350)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Corte Madera

Booked 79 times today

The RH Rooftop Restaurant resides on the third floor of RH Marin, a 60,000-square-foot design gallery that blurs the lines between residential and retail, indoors and outdoors, home and hospitality. We invite you to enjoy our menu of timeless classics for brunch and dinner, and a selection of wines from esteemed vintners in the United States and Europe. Guests dine in a year-round skylit garden escape amidst trickling fountains, heritage olive trees and glimmering chandeliers.For group dining inquiries, please email: marinhospitality@rh.com

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3. Perry's on Magnolia

4.6

Exceptional(2212)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Larkspur

Booked 40 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.

A photo of Left Bank Larkspur restaurant

4. Left Bank Larkspur

4.5

Awesome(4613)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• French • Larkspur

Booked 41 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.

5. Hot Italian

4.0

Excellent(4)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • San Rafael

Our pizzas were designed to create the perfect blend of both local and Italian ingredients. A European-styled "fast bar", HOT ITALIAN is a place designed to be a meeting point where people gather for lunch, dinner, or late-night snack or a glass of wine while enjoying a comfortable, modern, urban space. HOT ITALIAN features a focused menu with pizza, panini, gelato, espresso, wine and beer selections, weekend brunch, curbside take-out

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6. Flores - Corte Madera

4.5

Awesome(1047)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Mexican • Corte Madera

Booked 12 times today

Step into the heart of Mexican tradition at Flores Corte Madera. Flores is a three-time Michelin Bib Gourmand winning restaurant serving unique dishes that celebrate the diversity and complexity of Mexico's 31 states. We feature traditional Mexican cuisine in a relaxed and vibrant setting that transports you to the beachside resorts of Mexico. Our bar features more than 50 rare and small-batch tequilas & mezcals, which we serve in handcrafted margaritas & creative cocktails. We offer complimentary tequila tastings every Thursday led by Luis Flores himself. Perfect for weekday lunches, happy hour, dinner date nights and weekend brunch, our vibrant dining room features a beautiful private dining room. Our large outdoor patio is sundrenched, with umbrellas to shade from the heat & heaters to warm you when it's chilly. Come in for a meal, or host your next event with us at Flores! We'll make it memorable and celebratory with our authentic Mexican hospitality and bold flavors.

7. Buvette du Marais

3.8

Excellent(7)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• French • Larkspur

Booked 2 times today

Please join us for dinner at our new Buvette du Marais wine bar, nowserving at the Marin Country Mart on Thursday, Friday, and Saturdaynights from 5 to 9 pm. We are delighted to bring the flavors ofCalifornia and France together in Chef Kosta's kitchen. Everything onhis menu is absolutely delicious and well executed. The flavors arebright and the ingredients market fresh, classic French dishes madelocal and organic — crab croquettes, rillettes de saumon, saladed’endives, pommes purée made the traditional way with crème fraîche,filet mignon, market fish au feu de bois, soupe à l'oignon, house madepastas, and more. One of our favorite dishes is a vegetarian hachisparmentier made with mushrooms, the perfect seasonal meal that can beenjoyed with a courgette marinated zucchini starter and a lovelybottle of Chateau Neuf du Pape. The magic of the night at the Martcreates a Parisian setting in this gem of a bistro with great wineselections from France and beyond.

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8. Il Fornaio - Corte Madera

4.5

Awesome(3216)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Corte Madera

Booked 19 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.

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9. Paseo: A California Bistro

4.5

Awesome(261)

$$$$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.

10. Cafe Villa

4.6

Exceptional(21)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • San Rafael

Cafe Villa is a family-owned restaurant serving fresh, homestyle, Italian food.We're located on the same property as the Villa Inn at 1602 Lincoln Avenue in San Rafael.Come by and check us out - we look forward to seeing you!

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ColleenVIP
San Francisco Bay Area •3 reviews
4.0
Dined 1 day ago
I go to left bank every couple of months. They have solid food and good wine selection. The servers are really nice.
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Left Bank LarkspurPrice: Moderate• French• Larkspur
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4.5
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Catherine
San Francisco Bay Area •53 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Lovely elegant space with very good food and service but a bit overpriced, very on brand for RH
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RH Rooftop Restaurant at RH MarinPrice: Expensive• American• Corte Madera
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4.8
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Linda
San Francisco Bay Area •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Wonderful service, nature as ambience, and 10/10 food.
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Perry's on MagnoliaPrice: Moderate• American• Larkspur
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4.6
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Haydee
New York City •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Great pizza and food! Service was great. Sat outside in patio which was perfect for our group.
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Hot ItalianPrice: Expensive• Italian• San Rafael
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PhilipVIP
Hawaii •12 reviews
5.0
Dined on Jun 10, 2025
Our office is across the street from Farm Shop. It is a consistently excellent venue for a business or social meal. Comfortable environment, great food, prompt service.
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FarmshopPrice: Expensive• Californian• Larkspur
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4.5

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