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1. Insalata's
4.7
Exceptional(4142)
Price: Expensive
• Mediterranean • San Anselmo
Booked 27 times today
Insalata's, a Mediterranean restaurant in San Anselmo, is a special spot for celebrations. As one reviewer put it, it's a 'fantastic destination for a special evening with friends, a romantic setting for a date or a celebration with your favorite people'. Others mentioned celebrating special occasions like birthdays, anniversaries, and reunions. The restaurant's excellent food, thoughtful service, and warm atmosphere make it a perfect choice for memorable dining experiences.
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2. Valenti & Co. Ristorante
4.9
Exceptional(858)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • San Anselmo
Booked 5 times today
Welcome to Valenti & Co, Northern Italian Restaurant and Wine Bar in San Anselmo. Farm-fresh Italian Cuisine, thoughtfully sourced local ingredients and wines.
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3. La Toscana Ristorante
4.7
Exceptional(1557)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • San Rafael
Booked 16 times today
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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4. Left Bank Larkspur
4.5
Awesome(4574)
Price: Moderate
• French • Larkspur
Booked 23 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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5. Marché Restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(1688)
Price: Expensive
• Farm-to-table • Ross
Booked 7 times today
Marché is situated in the quaint town of Ross in the heart of beautiful Marin County. We are named for the farmer's markets of southern France where chefs and restauranteurs visit seeking inspiration and ingredients for the meals they will serve each day. We are a French/Italian inspired, California contemporary farm-to-fork restaurant and feature produce, meat and seafood from local purveyors to help us create our delicious seasonal dishes. We have a diverse wine and beer selection sourced from local and international small production wineries to accompany your meal. Dining is available inside the cozy dining room and on our charming open-air patio.Reservations are recommended. For parties of 7 or more people, please contact the restaurant by emailing info@marchemarin.com or by calling 415-925-9200. We look forward to seeing you!
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6. Il Fornaio - Corte Madera
4.3
Awesome(3213)
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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7. Luna Blu - Tiburon
4.8
Exceptional(2626)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Tiburon
Booked 6 times today
Renzo and Crystal would like to welcome you to Luna Blu. The home of Sicilian seafood with an English accent!Daily menu using seasonal, fresh & organic produce.A true taste of our homelands exquisite cuisine in a comfortable intimate environment.We are partnered with the Monterey Bay Aquarium Seafood Watch, which means all our seafood is sustainable. 2014 was a great year for us at Luna Blu as our diners voted us one of the Top 100 Neighborhood Gem restaurants in America. An honor our team were proud to receive.
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8. Sushi Ran
4.8
Exceptional(2369)
Price: Expensive
• Sushi • Sausalito
Booked 48 times today
WE ARE OPEN FOR TAKEOUT FROM 5:00PM - 9:30PM. LET US JOYFULLY NOURISH YOUR BODY AS WELL AS YOUR SPIRIT. Sushi Ran is a longstanding Japanese restaurant located in Sausalito, California that specializes in sushi. The restaurant prepares menu items utilizing fresh fish delivered from Tokyo daily and features a casual, family friendly dining atmosphere.Sushi Ran serves lunch and dinner daily and features an extensive menu offering of moriawase, maki, nigri and sashimi, vegetables, soup, cool plates and hot plates. Cool and hot plate options at the restaurant include Hokkaido scallop crudo, miso Wagyu beef, big eye tuna tartare, asari clam, braised beef tongue and organic chicken. Nigri and sashimi options featured at Sushi Ran include tuna, yellowtail, white fish, beef, mackerel, eel salmon, shellfish, caviar, toro tataki and more.
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9. Poggio
4.7
Exceptional(6280)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Sausalito
Booked 41 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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10. Scoma's Sausalito
4.7
Exceptional(2659)
Price: Expensive
• Seafood • Sausalito
Booked 32 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.

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  • Randall
    New York City •10 reviews
    5.0
    Dined today
    Our waiter was exceptional in his attention, timely service, friendly but professional welcoming manner, respectfull and excellent service. Highly recommend left bank!
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    Left Bank LarkspurPrice: Moderate• French• Larkspur
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    4.5
  • RobertVIP
    San Francisco Bay Area •172 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    Four of us arrived, I use a walker and we were accommodated to a comfortable table immediately and handed menus, given water and asked if we wished bread which arrived almost immediately. Waitstaff was very attentive and well prepared drink orders were taken arriving 5-10 minutes later. Waiter was very knowledgeable and took our preferences (lactose intolerant) into consideration. Food portions of split salad, calamari dore, prawns, penne pesto, eggplant Parmesan were excellent quite substantial leaving enough for a light lunch the next day. Prices were in line with the portion sizes and quality of the excellent dishes. The bar is quite lively- get a table in back for quieter conversation. Definitely a neighborhood gem!
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    La Toscana RistorantePrice: Moderate• Italian• San Rafael
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    4.7
  • JamieVIP
    San Francisco Bay Area •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Great food and service. Just a bit noisy, but then we chose to go on a Saturday night. Will definitely go back
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    Valenti & Co. RistorantePrice: Expensive• Italian• San Anselmo
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    4.9
  • CaroleeVIP
    Tahoe / Reno Area •26 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    As always, delicious. Service was uneven but they were very busy.
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    Insalata'sPrice: Expensive• Mediterranean• San Anselmo
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    4.7
  • carolVIP
    San Francisco Bay Area •11 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    Hamburger Thursday is THE BEST!!! It never disappoints.
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    Marché RestaurantPrice: Expensive• Farm-to-table• Ross
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    4.6

Discover best special occasions restaurants in San Anselmo

Discover the perfect dining destinations for special occasions in San Anselmo, nestled in the scenic Marin area of the San Francisco Bay Area. San Anselmo offers a variety of restaurants that cater specifically to making your celebrations memorable, from intimate anniversaries to vibrant gatherings. Each establishment prides itself on delivering exceptional service, inventive menus, and a warm, inviting atmosphere that enhances any festive event. Whether you're in the mood for the rich flavors of Mediterranean cuisine or the innovative offerings of Californian fare, San Anselmo's dining scene will not disappoint. The area is renowned for its culinary creativity and the ability to provide a personalized dining experience, making each visit uniquely special. Dive into the heart of Marin's restaurant scene, where every meal is prepared with passion and every visit promises something delightfully unexpected for your special occasions.

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