Marinitas

4.0

845 Reviews

$30 and under

Mexican

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2 people

Mar 15, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 2 times today

About this restaurant

Neighborhood gem
Kid-friendly
Good for groups

Marinitas features a menu inspired by dishes found throughout Mexico and Latin America using local and seasonal products. Through the collaboration of Heidi Krahling and Frank Villa, Marinitas delivers Latin focused lusciousness that is an exciting blend of the new and the familiar. The wine list mainly draws from the expansive selections of the best wine makers from Argentina and Chile. Cocktails focus on the silver and gold liquors of Central and South America. The bar is dedicated to classic cocktail preparations including citrus juice squeezed to order, house made sweet and sour made from unrefined cane sugars, along with the highest quality mixers. Beers include a full Mexican selection from light Lagers to dark regional Latin micro-brewed Ales.

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Mexican, Latin American
Hours of operation
Mon–Fri 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Wed 11:30 am–9:45 pm Thu 11:30 am–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–11:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm
Phone number
(415) 454-8900
Website
http://www.marinitas.net/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Juan Herboso
Catering
Carta Marinitas available for events at your home.
Private party facilities
We offer private dining for 15-50 people seated or 100 people for cocktails. More information and menu descriptions available on our website.

Location
218 Sir Francis Drake Boulevard, San Anselmo, CA 94960
Neighborhood
San Anselmo
Cross street
Bank Street
Parking details
Street parking is available for brunch and dinner.
Entertainment
Join us Saturday Febuary 11, 2012 9pm-Midnight for our 3-year Anniversary Party with live musical performance by Pride & Joy! Tickets are on sale for $10 (nonrefundable, but are transferable). Tickets can be purchased over the phone or in Marinitas. Buy your tickets now before this event sells out! Hope to see you there! *Reservation Notes: Any reservations booked for 6:30PM or later have a two hour time slot. All tables are reserved at 9:00PM for Musical performance
Additional
Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Sopa del Dia$8.00
Guacamole$9.95
made daily, house made salsa fresca
Tostaditas$11.00
two crispy corn tortillas, grilled salmon, tomatillo, avocado sauce, nopales salad
Chile Relleno**$10.95
roasted poblano chile stuffed with squash, leeks, epazote, pumpkin seeds, almonds, queso Oaxaca
Camarones con Chipotle$11.00
gulf prawns sautéed with cilantro crema, chipotle chile, rajas, shallots, orange, served with grilled bread
Queso Fundido$10.95
three cheeses, chorizo, crushed potatoes, pumpkin seeds blended with smoky chili sauce, cilantro crema, warm tortilla chips

Ceviche

$10.95 each, 2 for $19

Classic*
crab, shrimp, squid, scallops, avocado, tomato, lime
Tuna Crudo*
avocado, radish, lime-serrano vinaigrette
Peruvian*
cumin spiced salmon, aji amarillo, citrus, chili water, onions, cilantro

Enchiladas

Enchiladas Vegetarianas$14.95
seasonal vegetables with pipian verde (Vegan Option Available)
Enchiladas de Pollo$15.95
chicken with ancho chile, roasted tomatoes, jack cheese
Enfrijoladas$14.50
black bean and cheese enchilada, avocado, salsa fresca, cilantro, chipotle crema

Ensaladas

Add to any salad: Chicken or Carnitas $5.75; Shrimp, Steak or Salmon $9.95

Mexicana**$10.50
chopped romaine and cabbage, radish, jicama, green onions, red onions, queso fresco, fresh oregano, crispy tortilla ribbons, almonds, cumin citrus vinaigrette
Marinitas$10.95
little gem lettuce with avocado, pumpkin seeds, queso fresco, cilantro, creamy lime vinaigrette
Salmon y Verduras$19.95
grilled salmon, rainbow carrots, radish, kale, chayote squash, queso fresco, chipotle citrus vinaigrette
Beet and Jicama Salad$9.95
kale, carrots, chayote squash, radish, pumpkin seeds, queso fresco, chipotle citrus vinaigrette

Entradas

not available after 10 pm

Plato Vegetariano$16.95
chile relleno stuffed with parsnip and queso Oaxaca, chipotle, quinoa, rice, chick peas, sautéed chard with poblano crema, roasted hen of the woods mushrooms, roasted cauliflower, cherry tomato relish, pumpkin, sesame seeds (Vegan Option Available)
Pescado Grillado$21.95
grilled salmon, squash, leeks, red pepper mulato, green apple salsa
Grilled Snake River Farms Wagyu Bavette Steak***$27.00
baby broccoli, papas villa, chimichurri
Carnitas$19.95
slow braised pork, black beans, house made tortillas (3), serrano chile salsa fresca, pickled onions, queso cotija

Tacos

$2 each. Add black beans and green rice $3.50

Tacos of the Month$14.95
pinto beans, green rice
Tacos de Verduras$11.95
seasonal vegetables, guacamole, three seed cabbage slaw, served on house made corn tortillas
Tacos Dorados de Verduras$11.95
crispy tacos with seasonal vegetable, potatoes, queso Oaxaca, cascabel sauce
Tacos Dorados de Pollo$12.50
crispy tacos with chicken, potato, watercress, queso Oaxaca, cascabel sauce
Tacos de Pescado$14.95
grilled cod, guacamole, three seed cabbage slaw, tabasco crema, served on house made corn tortillas
Tacos de Carne Asada$14.95
grilled sirloin, avocado, grilled onions, queso cotija. Chipotle salsa, served on house made corn tortillas
Tacos de Shrimp al Pastor$14.95
grilled achiote-spiced prawns, roasted garlic salsa, grilled pineapple, watercress radish salad, house made corn tortillas

Especiales Fin de Semana

Thursday - "Tinga"$19.95
braised pork, tomatillos, purslane, cumin, coriander, sweet corn polenta
Friday - Sopa de Mariscos$19.95
in the style of Vera Cruz with wild gulf prawns, mussels, clams, cod, squid, served with grilled bread, roasted poblano aioli, lime
Saturday - Lamb Birria$26.00
(while available) braised lamb shank, ancho guajillo chilies, roasted squash, corn polenta

Al Lado

Frijoles Negros$3.95
black beans
Frijoles Pintos$3.95
pinto beans
Arroz Verde$3.95
green rice
Fresh Handmade$1.50
corn tortillas (2)
Verduras$5.00
sautéed chard with poblano crema
Third Basket of Chips$1.95

Dulces

Churros$7.95
with canela sugar, warm chocolate and cajeta sauce
Marinitas Flan**$7.95
with toasted almonds, vanilla and dark caramel
Tres Leches Cake$8.95
with seasonal fruit
Budino$8.95
warm chocolate cake with mocha-caramel sauce and vanilla bean ice cream

Margaritas

Why they're so good: We use only high-quality Cointreau or Grand Marnier, with 100% Blue Agave Tequila, and squeeze limes daily…no preservatives!

The Big Three

Casa
Silver Tequila, Cointreau, house made sweet & sour
- Glass$9.95
- Pitcher$43.00
Deluxe
Monte Alban Reposado, Cointreau, house made sweet & sour
- Glass$10.95
- Pitcher$49.00
Supremo
Hornitos Anejo, Cointreau, house made sweet & sour
- Glass$11.95
- Pitcher$54.00

Top Shelf

Plata
Patron Silver, Cointreau, house made sweet & sour
- Glass$12.95
- Pitcher$58.00
Especial
Don Julio Reposado, Grand Marnier, house made sweet & sour
- Glass$13.95
- Pitcher$63.00
Elegante
Tres Generaciones Anejo, Cointreau, house made sweet & sour
- Glass$13.95
- Pitcher$63.00

Fruit & Spice

Fierro
Silver Tequila, Cointreau, house made sweet & sour, jalapeño
- Glass$11.95
Seasonal
Silver Tequila, Cointreau, house made sweet & sour
- Glass$11.95
Pineapple
Silver Tequila, Grand Marnier, fresh pineapple, agave, spicy salt
- Glass$12.75

Flights

Mezcal$14.00
Union, Vago, Casamigos
Blanco$12.00
Casamigos, Magave, Casa Dragones
Reposado$14.00
Siete Leguas, Fortaleza, Clase Azul
Añejo$16.00
Don Julio 70, Gran Centenario, Chamucos
Extra Añejo$24.00
Cazadores, Asombroso, Casa Noble

Mezcal

Union$10.00
Vago$11.50
Casamigos$13.00

White Wine

half price bottle wednesday

Light

House Chardonnay
changes monthly
- Glass$8.50
- Bottle$34.00
Black Stallion, Sauvignon Blanc, Napa Valley
- Glass$8.75
- Bottle$35.00

Medium Full

Ramón Bilbao, Albarino, Spain
- Glass$8.95
- Bottle$35.00
Ferrari Carano, Fume Blanc, Sonoma
- Glass$9.95
- Bottle$38.00
Rodney Strong, Chardonnay, Sonoma Coast
- Glass$9.95
- Bottle$39.00
Odisea Cochon Old Vine Rosé 2016
- Glass$9.95
- Bottle$39.00
Textbook Chardonnay, Napa Valley
- Glass$12.50
- Bottle$50.00

Cava

Segura Viudas, Brut Reserva NV
- 187ml$9.00
- 750ml$33.00

Red Wine

half price bottle wednesday

Medium

House Red
changes monthly
- Glass$8.50
- Bottle$34.00
Llama, Malbec, Mendoza, Argentina
- Glass$8.95
- Bottle$35.00
Rodney Strong, Pinot Noir, Russian River Valley
- Glass$10.00
- Bottle$40.00

Full

Liberty School, Cabernet Sauvignon, Paso Robles
- Glass$9.00
- Bottle$36.00
Terrazas, Reserva Malbec, Mendoza, Argentina
- Glass$10.00
- Bottle$40.00
Frank Family Zinfandel, Napa Valley
- Glass$13.50
- Bottle$54.00

Bebidas Latin Specialties

Cucumber Lemonade$11.95
Pearl Cucumber Vodka, St. Germain Elderflower liquor, soda and fresh lemonade
Grand Manhattan$13.00
Bulliet Bourbon, Grand Marnier, Carpano Antica Vermouth and a dash of bitters
Marin Mojito$11.50
Silver Rum, mint, sugar, soda and lime
Marinitas Paloma$11.75
Silver Tequila, Grand Marnier, fresh grapefruit juice and lemon-lime soda
- Sub Tres Generaciones Silver$11.95
Caipirinha$10.50
Cachaca, muddled sugar and lime
Sangria$9.95
Red, By the glass or pitcher

Non Alcoholic

Citrus-Mint Cooler$3.95
House Made Lemonade$3.95
Jarritos Strawberry$3.95
Jarritos Lime$3.95
Stewart's Rootbeer$3.95

Beer

16 oz Draft

Sculpin IPA$7.00
XX Amber$5.50
Modelo Especial$5.50
Negra Modelo$5.75
MT Tam Pale Ale$5.75
Lagunitas IPA$5.75
Mini Draft Beer$2.00

Bottles

Coors Light$4.50
Corona$5.00
Corona Premier$5.00
Pacifico$5.00
Clausthaler NA$5.50

Tequilas

Blanco

Corralejo$8.75
Hornitos$8.75
Magave$8.75
Lunazul$8.75
Mi Campo$9.00
Gran Centenario$9.00
Espolon$9.00
Cazadores$9.25
Tres Generaciones$9.25
Herradura$9.25
Milagro$9.25
Casamigos$11.00
Codigo$11.00
Chinaco$11.00
Partida$11.00
Patron$11.00
7 Leguas$11.00
Casa Noble$11.50
Chamucos$12.00
Don Julio$12.00
El Tesoro$12.00
Fortaleza$12.00
Volcan$12.00
El Mayor$12.00
Milagro Single Barrel$13.00
Ocho$14.00
Casa Dragones$19.00

Reposado

Monte Alban$9.00
Magave$9.25
Hornitos$9.25
Cazadores$10.00
MI Campo$10.00
Gran Centenario$10.00
Milargo$10.00
Corralejo$10.00
Espolon$10.00
Herradura$11.00
Jose Cuervo Tradicional$11.00
Tres Generaciones$11.00
Partida$12.00
Chinaco$12.00
Patron$12.00
7 Leguas$12.00
Casamigos$12.50
Chamucos$13.00
Don Julio$13.00
El Mayor$13.00
El Tesoro$13.00
Fortaleza$13.00
Casa Noble$13.00
Milagro Single Barrel$15.00
Codigo$15.00
Ocho$15.00
Clase Azul$22.00

Anejo

Hornitos$11.50
Corralejo$11.50
Magave$11.50
Milagro$11.50
Cazadores$11.50
Espolon$11.50
El Mayor$13.00
Casa Noble$13.00
Tres Generaciones$13.00
Cazadores Extra$13.00
Casamigos$13.00
Patron$13.00
7 Leguas$13.00
Herradura$14.00
El Tesoro$14.00
Gran Centenario$14.00
Chamucos$16.00
Partida$16.00
Chinaco$16.00
Don Julio$16.00
Ocho$17.00
Don Julio 70$17.00
Fortaleza$19.00
Patron Extra$19.00
El Tesoro Paradiso$19.00
Codigo$24.00
Cuervo Reserve$24.00
Casa Noble Single Barrel 5yr$24.00
Ocho Extra$24.00
Milagro Single Barrel$24.00
Asombroso$31.00
Don Julio 1942$31.00

What 845 people are saying

Marinitas reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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4.0

4 based on recent ratings

4.1Food
3.7Service
4.3Ambience
3.9Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

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Kid-friendly
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Good for groups
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Neighborhood gem

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Marinitas offers "great service" with a warm atmosphere complemented by "amazing chips and salsa" and "delicious food." Highlights include "great margaritas, salads, and fish tacos." Despite some service inconsistencies, the staff's friendliness and the flavorful menu are noteworthy. Ideal for those seeking a lively dining experience with a taste for Mexican cuisine.

845 Reviews

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Kate
San Francisco5 reviews
3.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 4
Very slow service,
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Caryl
San Francisco67 reviews
2.0
Dined on February 26, 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
Disappointing. The guacamole and salsas were good but we were never asked if we wanted more chips. The most expensive margaritas were mostly ice and overly sweet -- too much Grand Marnier. My husband had the chicken enchilada, which he said was just ok. I had the shrimp tacos which were piled with a salad (watercress I think) that was very bitter and added nothing to the flavor. The tacos needed a fresh crema or something other than the salad. And while they serve dessert, they don't serve coffee. We have eaten here a few times in the past several months and each experience was just ok but we wanted to support this restaurant. This time was so disappointing, we won't be returning unless we learn that the food has improved.
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Charlotte
Chicago1 review
1.0
Dined on January 11, 2025
1. Overall 1
2. Food 2
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 2
No one was at the hostess stand for nearly 15 minute. Finally we were seated and never had a server show up - left after 20 minutes of never seeing a server and sitting at the table with no one checking on us. Seems they are highly understaffed.
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Erin
New York City10 reviews
5.0
Dined on December 27, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing service and great food! Sad to see Marinitas close. Too bad
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Deborah
San Francisco5 reviews
5.0
Dined on December 25, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great margaritas, salads, fish tacos. Love sitting in their booths.
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ColetteB
San Francisco41 reviews
5.0
Dined on December 19, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
I have to say the service was very slow. My sister arrived before my husband and I did an order a margarita by this time we sat down at the table. She’d already been there for about 10 minutes. We actually got our drinks before she did and had to ask twice when she’d be getting her Mar. That was not appropriate I know they were busy, but they should’ve handled that differently. Food was great though.
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John
San Francisco18 reviews
5.0
Dined on December 15, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We arrived to fine s bunch of people lined up but let the hostess know we had the OT reservation. She found it and sat us as soon as possible showing remarkable patience and grace while smiling all the time. We had Carnitas and the Pribil which were both delicious. Given how crowded it was all service was great.
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Michele VIP
San Francisco13 reviews
3.0
Dined on December 7, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
Our evening here was disappointing. It took about 30 mins to get our order taken after being seated and another 30+ mins to be served. The mojito and sangria were very disappointing, would not recommend. We were a party of 4. One dish was lukewarm, one was dry (carnitas), the other 2 were fine. Our table was never cleared of our appetizer plates and 6 bowls of salsa so the table was crowded and messy. We were never offered, or had a chance to ask, for more water.
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Beverly
San Francisco18 reviews
3.0
Dined on September 7, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 2
Very disappointing. I made the reservation in advance and made note that it was our anniversary and we would like one of the better tables. It’s a huge restaurant so not a big ask. We were seated at a bar top along the pathway between the bar and the restaurant. Despite having waiters brush past us constantly, service was incredibly slow and non-attentive. Children running around everywhere. It was generally very loud. Took forever to get her food. This place is definitely a shadow of its former self.
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yunk VIP
San Francisco43 reviews
5.0
Dined on July 27, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great drinks , food and fantastic service . Nice neighborhood Gem . Lively bar
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FAQs

Marinitas offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (415) 454-8900.

Marinitas is rated 4 stars by 845 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Mar 15, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 2 times today

Order delivery or takeout

218 Sir Francis Drake Boulevard, San Anselmo, CA 94960

Additional information

Cross street
Bank Street
Neighborhood
San Anselmo
Hours of operation
Mon–Fri 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Wed 11:30 am–9:45 pm Thu 11:30 am–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–11:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Mexican, Latin American
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Street parking is available for brunch and dinner.
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Juan Herboso
Entertainment
Join us Saturday Febuary 11, 2012 9pm-Midnight for our 3-year Anniversary Party with live musical performance by Pride & Joy! Tickets are on sale for $10 (nonrefundable, but are transferable). Tickets can be purchased over the phone or in Marinitas. Buy your tickets now before this event sells out! Hope to see you there! *Reservation Notes: Any reservations booked for 6:30PM or later have a two hour time slot. All tables are reserved at 9:00PM for Musical performance
Additional
Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.marinitas.net/
Phone number
(415) 454-8900
Catering
Carta Marinitas available for events at your home.
Private party facilities
We offer private dining for 15-50 people seated or 100 people for cocktails. More information and menu descriptions available on our website.

Marinitas

Make a reservation

About this restaurant

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Antojitos

Sopa del Dia$8.00

Guacamole$9.95

Tostaditas$11.00

Chile Relleno**$10.95

Camarones con Chipotle$11.00

Queso Fundido$10.95

Ceviche

Classic*

Tuna Crudo*

Peruvian*

Enchiladas

Enchiladas Vegetarianas$14.95

Enchiladas de Pollo$15.95

Enfrijoladas$14.50

Ensaladas

Mexicana**$10.50

Marinitas$10.95

Salmon y Verduras$19.95

Beet and Jicama Salad$9.95

Entradas

Plato Vegetariano$16.95

Pescado Grillado$21.95

Grilled Snake River Farms Wagyu Bavette Steak***$27.00

Carnitas$19.95

Tacos

Tacos of the Month$14.95

Tacos de Verduras$11.95

Tacos Dorados de Verduras$11.95

Tacos Dorados de Pollo$12.50

Tacos de Pescado$14.95

Tacos de Carne Asada$14.95

Tacos de Shrimp al Pastor$14.95

Especiales Fin de Semana

Thursday - "Tinga"$19.95

Friday - Sopa de Mariscos$19.95

Saturday - Lamb Birria$26.00

Al Lado

Frijoles Negros$3.95

Frijoles Pintos$3.95

Arroz Verde$3.95

Fresh Handmade$1.50

Verduras$5.00

Third Basket of Chips$1.95

Dulces

Churros$7.95

Marinitas Flan**$7.95

Tres Leches Cake$8.95

Budino$8.95

Margaritas

The Big Three

Casa

Deluxe

Supremo

Top Shelf

Plata

Especial

Elegante

Fruit & Spice

Fierro

Seasonal

Pineapple

Flights

Mezcal$14.00

Blanco$12.00

Reposado$14.00

Añejo$16.00

Extra Añejo$24.00

Mezcal

Union$10.00

Vago$11.50

Casamigos$13.00

White Wine

Light

House Chardonnay