The Bay Area Restaurants

The Bay Area is home to popular, innovative restaurants such as Chez Panisse in Berkeley and Commis in Oakland—for which reservations must be made well in advance. Expect an emphasis on locally grown produce, hormone-free meats, and California wines. Many Marin cafés don't serve dinner, and dinner service ends on the early side. (No 10 pm reservations in that neck of the woods.)

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  • 1. Luna Blu

    $$$

    Friendly, informative staff serve Sicilian-inspired seafood in this lively Italian restaurant just a stone's throw from the ferry. Enjoy views on the expansive heated patio overlooking the bay, or cozy up with friends on one of the high-sided booths near the bar. Weekend brunch and lunch menus feature paninis, burgers, and organic omelets. The impressive wine list is almost exactly half Italian and half Californian, and there's an interesting selection of a half dozen sparkling cocktails.

    35 Main St., Tiburon, California, 94920, USA
    415-789–5844

    Known For

    • Sustainably caught seafood and local, organic ingredients
    • Homemade pastas
    • Rock crab bisque

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed Tues. No lunch weekdays
  • 2. Sam's Anchor Cafe

    $$

    Open since 1920, this beloved dockside restaurant is the town's most famous eatery, and after 99 years, a bright remodel includes floor-to-ceiling sliding-glass doors and an 80-foot heated bench for deck views on cool days. Remnants of Sam's history are evident in some vintage decor, the hamburger and Champagne specials, and the free popcorn. Most people flock to the deck for beers, views, sunsets, and exceptionally tasty seafood. Ask about the old trapdoor used to haul in whiskey during Prohibition. No deck reservations means you can expect a wait for outside tables.

    27 Main St., Tiburon, California, 94920, USA
    415-435–4527

    Known For

    • Excellent raw bar
    • Pink lemonade and margarita "bowls"
    • Dungeness crab Louie
  • 3. Bungalow Kitchen

    $$$

    Tiburon's low-key, mostly casual dining scene received a jolt of energy when celebrity chef Michael Mina and partner Brent Bolthouse opened this hip restaurant right next to the ferry dock in 2021. It's certainly a scene and a place to dress up, yet it's also a compelling destination for terrific eats that don't adhere to many rules or cuisines other than high-quality ingredients. There's jalapeño shrimp toast and sweet potato pancakes topped with gravlax, and then there's also Mina's signature lobster potpie and a cacio e pepe pasta with shaved truffles. It's a restaurant that's hard not to love and have fun at.

    5 Main St., Tiburon, California, 94920, USA
    415-366–4088

    Known For

    • Tuna tartare and yellowtail sashimi preparations
    • Festive, prix-fixe weekend brunch
    • The rare Marin restaurant with food on weekends until midnight

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed Mon. and Tues. No lunch weekdays
  • 4. Salt & Pepper

    $$

    Bright and welcoming, this American bistro on Ark Row is known for its seafood starters (oyster poppers, crab stacks, scallops, and steamers) and salads as well as shareable dishes and burgers, chops, and ribs. The airy, rustic space has a pleasant café-like atmosphere that makes it easy to stay and even consider returning for a breakfast of Dungeness crab omelet or ricotta pancakes.

    38 Main St., Tiburon, California, 94920, USA
    415-435–3594

    Known For

    • Clam chowder
    • Kabocha squash and vegetable curry
    • Mongolian pork chops and rib-eye steaks
  • 5. Waypoint Pizza

    $

    A nautical theme and a tasty "between the sheets" pizza-style sandwich are signatures of this creative pizzeria, which is housed in the 19th-century landmark building that was once home to the Pioneer Boathouse. Indoor deck chairs and a picnic table complete with umbrella add a playful air.

    15 Main St., Tiburon, California, 94920, USA
    415-435–3440

    Known For

    • Pizza-style sandwiches
    • Wild shrimp pesto pizza
    • Soft-serve organic ice cream
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  • 6. Guaymas

    $$
    Closed Permanently

    This festive restaurant, steps from the ferry landing, has an expansive deck with a knockout view of the bay. The large open kitchen churns out fairly authentic Mexican dishes such as ceviche, carnitas uruapan (slow-roasted pork with salsa and black beans), and spicy seafood, though some complain the service isn't what it should be.

    5 Main St., Tiburon, California, 94920, USA
    415-435–6300

    Known For

    • Banderillas (meat skewers, guac, and cactus)
    • Chipotle-glazed prawns
  • 7. New Morning Cafe

    $ | Coffee
    Closed Permanently

    Omelets, scrambles, and pancakes are served all day long at this homey triangular bay-side café with sunny outdoor seating. If you're past morning treats, this locals' go-to brunch spot offers many soups, salads, and sandwiches, best enjoyed at picnic tables.

    1696 Tiburon Blvd., Tiburon, California, 94920, USA
    415-435–4315

    Known For

    • Hearty American breakfast fare
    • Fresh-squeezed orange juice
    • Sour cream waffles

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: No dinner
  • 8. Servino Ristorante

    $$
    Under Renovation

    This family-owned eatery specializes in southern Italian recipes, including lobster agnolotti, seafood stew, pork sausage fondue, house-made pastas, and pizza made with local, sustainable ingredients. With spacious indoor and outdoor seating and waterfront views, the scene is cozy and welcoming even in cooler weather, when there's heated patio dining. Friday and Saturday evenings get festive with live music. Gluten-free options are available.

    9 Main St., Tiburon, California, 94920, USA
    415-435–2676

    Known For

    • Alfresco waterfront dining
    • Wines from Italy and California
    • Black truffle raviolacci
  • 9. The Caprice

    $$$
    Under Renovation

    For more than 50 years this Tiburon landmark that overlooks the bay has been the place to come to mark special occasions with local wines and European-American comfort food. The views are spectacular, and soft-yellow walls and starched white tablecloths of this converted historic home help to make the space bright and light.

    2000 Paradise Dr., Tiburon, California, 94920, USA
    415-435–3400

    Known For

    • Seared sea scallops
    • Shellfish risotto
    • Rack of lamb

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: No lunch

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