Guidebook for Kentfield
Food Scene
MARCHE AUX FLEURS
23 Ross CommonFor Al Fresco dining and Thursday's Burger Night
Local favorite for exquisite, unfussy California dining. Reservation required!
80 locals recommend
Picco Restaurant
320 Magnolia AveLocal favorite for exquisite, unfussy California dining. Reservation required!
Wonderful Locals Only cafe with delicious coffee and even better pastries. Come for the croissant, stay for the scene.
77 locals recommend
Rustic Bakery
2017 Larkspur Landing CirWonderful Locals Only cafe with delicious coffee and even better pastries. Come for the croissant, stay for the scene.
Perry's on Magnolia
234 Magnolia AveLocal spot to catch the game and a few beers.
Cowgirl Creamery
80 4th StBecause cheese.
Incredible farmers market and so much more. Take the ferry in early, sample everything, drink the decadent hot cocoa.
95 locals recommend
Ferry Plaza Farmer's Market
1 Ferry PlazaIncredible farmers market and so much more. Take the ferry in early, sample everything, drink the decadent hot cocoa.
The views of San Francisco and the entire bay, always an entertaining mix of tourists and day-partiers.
76 locals recommend
Sam's Anchor Cafe
27 Main StThe views of San Francisco and the entire bay, always an entertaining mix of tourists and day-partiers.
A Marin staple: rooted in Puerto Rican tradition, this 100% organic haven has been a staple in Marin for years! Menu caters to carnivores and vegetarians alike.
226 locals recommend
Sol Food
903 Lincoln AveA Marin staple: rooted in Puerto Rican tradition, this 100% organic haven has been a staple in Marin for years! Menu caters to carnivores and vegetarians alike.
Best brunch in Marin, just a short drive away. Incredible Bread!
60 locals recommend
M.H.Bread and Butter
101 San Anselmo AveBest brunch in Marin, just a short drive away. Incredible Bread!
Part Pizza, part Bocce court. The protected nook in the harbor of the Sausalito-San Francisco Bay serves as the perfect backdrop for post hike/bike/kayak lunch or dinner.
129 locals recommend
Bar Bocce
1250 BridgewayPart Pizza, part Bocce court. The protected nook in the harbor of the Sausalito-San Francisco Bay serves as the perfect backdrop for post hike/bike/kayak lunch or dinner.
Fairfax Scoop
63 BroadwayBest Ice Cream - get the Honey Lavender. Cash Only.
Make sure to get here early - this BYOB picnic spot is first come first serve. Opt to shuck your own or order them prepped by the best guys around if you don't want to deal with the mess (or the injury potential).
118 locals recommend
Hog Island Oyster Co
20215 Shoreline HwyMake sure to get here early - this BYOB picnic spot is first come first serve. Opt to shuck your own or order them prepped by the best guys around if you don't want to deal with the mess (or the injury potential).
Madcap
198 Sir Francis Drake BlvdBest new fine dining, just a short 3 min drive away.
Chinese Chicken Salad - a Marin staple. Great place to grab delicious pre-made food for large groups - take home or to the beach.
53 locals recommend
Comforts
335 San Anselmo AveChinese Chicken Salad - a Marin staple. Great place to grab delicious pre-made food for large groups - take home or to the beach.
Insalata's
120 Sir Francis Drake BlvdFantastic Mediterranean food.
Table Top Farm
33 Cypress RdGreat farmstand
Most extensive Farmers Market in the area. Only the best of the best local produce.
37 locals recommend
The Sunday Marin Farmers Market
3501 Civic Center DrMost extensive Farmers Market in the area. Only the best of the best local produce.
Sushi Ran
107 Caledonia StBest Sushi in Marin. Reservation required.
Parks & Nature
Like a good hike? This is our secret spot. Tucked away from the Muir Woods crowds, you have a wonderful fire road weaving through Redwoods and wildflowers with an incredible, up close view of Mt Tam. Great for families. If you're up for something more thrilling, veer off the fire road to one of the marked trails. Just be sure to watch our for Mountain Bikers!
Crown Road Fire Road trailhead
Like a good hike? This is our secret spot. Tucked away from the Muir Woods crowds, you have a wonderful fire road weaving through Redwoods and wildflowers with an incredible, up close view of Mt Tam. Great for families. If you're up for something more thrilling, veer off the fire road to one of the marked trails. Just be sure to watch our for Mountain Bikers!
Phoenix Lake
Love a good lake stroll - great for little ones.
Beautiful stretch of protected public land; ample opportunity to see wild life, from migratory birds to Tule Elk.
273 locals recommend
Point Reyes National Seashore
Beautiful stretch of protected public land; ample opportunity to see wild life, from migratory birds to Tule Elk.
Stinson Beach
Favorite on a hot day - always bring layers!
Dipsea Trail Head
98 Cascade WayPanoramic, iconic trail.
Tennessee Valley Trailhead
591 Tennessee Valley RoadOcean vistas galore. Perfect for a mountain run.
Drinks & Nightlife
BACKSTAGE wine tasting room
295 Magnolia AveGreat little tasting room in the heart of Larkspur.
Expansive restaurant and bar with nightly live music: be sure to check the calendar for appearances by owner Phil Lesh (of the Grateful Dead) who plays with his friends weekly.
98 locals recommend
Terrapin Crossroads
100 Yacht Club DrExpansive restaurant and bar with nightly live music: be sure to check the calendar for appearances by owner Phil Lesh (of the Grateful Dead) who plays with his friends weekly.
Famed brewery in a rustic-chic barn setting. Great flights featuring seasonal favorites.
140 locals recommend
Lagunitas Brewing Company
1280 N McDowell BlvdFamed brewery in a rustic-chic barn setting. Great flights featuring seasonal favorites.
Casual little wine - perfect on a rainy afternoon or after a day at the beach.
12 locals recommend
123 Bolinas Rd
123 Bolinas RoadCasual little wine - perfect on a rainy afternoon or after a day at the beach.
Essentials
Fantastic local market with impressive wine, cheese and pastry selection. Also a wonderful place to grab groceries or a pre-made meal, if you don't feel up to cooking.
53 locals recommend
Woodlands Market
1550 Tiburon BlvdFantastic local market with impressive wine, cheese and pastry selection. Also a wonderful place to grab groceries or a pre-made meal, if you don't feel up to cooking.
Sightseeing
Battery Spencer
Conzelman RoadBest view of the Golden Gate and San Francisco.
Arts & Culture
During a trip to the Golden Gate Park area and museums, be sure to stop at this beautiful Victorian-era glass greenhouse home to more than 2,000 species of plants & flowers.
232 locals recommend
Conservatory of Flowers
100 John F Kennedy DrDuring a trip to the Golden Gate Park area and museums, be sure to stop at this beautiful Victorian-era glass greenhouse home to more than 2,000 species of plants & flowers.
Shopping
Marin Country Mart
2257 Larkspur Landing CirSunday Farmers' Market and tons of boutiques and bakeries