Diners' Choice: Great for fine wines restaurants in Marin

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Updated October 05, 2024

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Valenti & Co. Ristorante

4.9

4.9 (826)

$31 to $50

Italian

San Anselmo

About the restaurant

Welcome to Valenti & Co, Northern Italian Restaurant and Wine Bar in San Anselmo. Farm-fresh Italian Cuisine, thoughtfully sourced local ingredients and wines.

Top review

Michaelvip

Dined 7 days ago

We went to Valenti with our friend. Cristiano pleasantly greeted us and seated us at a table for four. . Duilio said he just received a shipment of fresh matsutake mushrooms. He said he would cook something for us if we would like. We started with the delicious home grown tomatoes in their panzanella salad and the radicchio and apple salad. We then enjoyed one order of their fabulous costletto and three orders of fettuccini with matsutake mushrooms. The pastas were out of this world because of the quality and fresh matsutake button mushrooms. After we were stuffed, we still enjoyed the home made gelato with fresh slices of strawberries and raspberries. Overall, it was a 12/10 dinner experience. The matsutake mushrooms ate very seasonal and if they don’t have a supply Duilio would make other home made pasta dishes! You would not be disappointed with ANY meal at Valenti!

The Speakeasy/Boardroom Novato

4.8

4.8 (17)

$31 to $50

American

Novato

About the restaurant

Situated in Novato, The Boardroom harks back to the Old Chicago Restaurants, serving as a favorite spot for locals to dine, drink, and socialize. Our menu, crafted from the freshest ingredients, promises to introduce bold and inspiring flavors to your palate. Join us today.

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Alana

Dined on Sep 28, 2024

This is a little gem here in Novato! Really enjoy going there. There's a piano man, which is really nice. Food is yummy, there are also some nice little touches at the table, I won't tell though. It's a small place. Makes for a good night out.

Poggio

4.7

4.7 (6149)

$31 to $50

Italian

Sausalito

About the restaurant

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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maryvip

Dined on Oct 1, 2024

I haven’t lunched at Poggio for more than four years, and I loved it then…and even more now! On this very hot day in October, the restaurant along the Sausalito waterfront was cool and inviting. Our waiter Carlo was funny and attentive and knowledgeable . I and my lunch companion are both estimable home chefs, and my friend Jane declared this was the best meal she had had in months! She started with the corn timbale (sformatino?) which is like a flan custard baked in a ramekin, I tried a bite and it was exceptional. We are both going to try to make it at home. I had the chicken liver mousse on crostini, decorated with pistachio nuts, marinated red onions and plum slices…absolutely fabulous. The duck leg confit salad Jane had was beautifully done and tasty, and my pappardelle with duck and beef ragu was scrumptious. No room for dessert although the menu looked good. Going to go back more often.

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Tagliatelle

Amélie Café and Wine Bar

4.7

4.7 (43)

$30 and under

French

Fairfax

About the restaurant

the Marin edition of Amelie
with large patio, enjoy our baked organic French goods: croissant baguette tarte
our french chef prepares a farm to table brunch, lunch and dinner
and a wine list curated by French sommelier and winemaker offering many options by the glass and bottle with a focus on French wine

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Gerardvip

Dined today

Enjoyed the delicious family-style roasted chicken dinner - vegetables, mac+cheese, green salad, warm bread, french fries. Enough for family of 3-4. Had also ordered the ravioli which was an excellent surprise. Dessert was the warm & tasty tart tartin. Glasses of wine were perfect. Service was attentive and friendly. A most enjoyable outdoor midweek meal.

Piazza D'Angelo

4.6

4.6 (2045)

$31 to $50

Italian

Mill Valley

About the restaurant

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!

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Richvip

Dined on Sep 19, 2024

We have been coming here for 24 years and love it!

Angelino Restaurant

4.6

4.6 (1011)

$31 to $50

Italian

Sausalito

About the restaurant

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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LaurenMvip

Dined 5 days ago

Get the Fusili! So delicious!!!! Great food and drinks.

The Trident

4.6

4.6 (2104)

$31 to $50

Seafood

Sausalito

About the restaurant

The Trident Restaurant is located "on the water" in historic Sausalito, CA
Our 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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Trish

Dined 2 days ago

Trident is by far my favorite restaurant in Sausalito. Being local, I like to introduce friends to the best places. Trident never disappoints! I appreciate the vegan/vegetarian items on the menu. And I always explain the restaurant’s rich history dating back to the sixties. Most people don’t know. I miss seeing your sign that gives a little blurb about Janis, Jim, and Otis, etc. whatever happened to it?

La Toscana Ristorante

4.6

4.6 (1515)

$30 and under

Italian

San Rafael

About the restaurant

We are centrally located off Hwy. 101 in San Rafael, across for the famous Frank Lloyd Wright Marin Civic Center. La Toscana is a family owned and operated Italian restaurant and bar located in Marin County. It was established in 1985 by Paolo Mori, his wife, Marilyn, and Michele Quilici. The owners all grew up in Lucca, Italy and immigrated to the U.S. in the late 1950s. They wanted to create an atmosphere that reminded them of home – a place where locals would gather to eat, meet friends and family and celebrate with food and wine as every Italian family does. Chef and co— owner Giovanni Racanello joined La Toscana in 1986. Paolo and Marilyn’s daughter, Laura Mori Riella, and youngest son, Michael Mori, joined the La Toscana team in 1992 and 2002, respectively. Paolo loved to make people feel welcome and, just like all the Moris, enjoyed his food and wine and loved to see others do the same. This is the proud tradition that La Toscana carries on.

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Shana

Dined 4 days ago

Noise level elevated because we were outside by choice. Beautiful night and dinner!

The Bungalow Kitchen by Michael Mina Tiburon

4.5

4.5 (191)

$31 to $50

Californian

Tiburon

About the restaurant

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.

Top review

OpenTable Diner

Dined 4 days ago

The entire staff was wonderful as usual! If you want great food, stellar service and beautiful ambiance, go!

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Experience

Thanksgiving at The Bungalow Kitchen

Paseo: A California Bistro

4.5

4.5 (216)

$31 to $50

Californian

Mill Valley

About the restaurant

Enjoy seasonal New American recipes, using ingredients from the best local artisans, growers, and producers, in our elegant and iconic setting.

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Kathy

Dined 4 days ago

The venue was very pretty and romantic. The perfect place for a warm night of outdoor dining. It was quite and peaceful. The food was good and the service was great. Easy parking near by

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