Guidebook for San Rafael

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Guidebook for San Rafael

Food Scene

A must! Great food at very reasonable prices - a San Rafael institution. There's usually a line, but it moves fast.
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Sol Food
903 Lincoln Ave
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A must! Great food at very reasonable prices - a San Rafael institution. There's usually a line, but it moves fast.
Very cool French restaurant in downtown San Rafael. It's upscale but not pretentious. The food is amazing, a must!
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Le Comptoir
1301 4th St
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Very cool French restaurant in downtown San Rafael. It's upscale but not pretentious. The food is amazing, a must!
This awesome coffee shop is hidden away in an industrial neighborhood, close to our studio. The coffee is great and the service amazing. They even have a hang-out lounge in the back where you can relax.
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Red Whale Coffee
169 Paul Dr
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This awesome coffee shop is hidden away in an industrial neighborhood, close to our studio. The coffee is great and the service amazing. They even have a hang-out lounge in the back where you can relax.
Don't judge a book by its cover! This unpretentious place, tucked away in the bottom floor of an office building, probably serves some of the best sushi in Marin - very popular with locals!
Sakura Sushi
100 Smith Ranch Rd
Don't judge a book by its cover! This unpretentious place, tucked away in the bottom floor of an office building, probably serves some of the best sushi in Marin - very popular with locals!
This places makes amazing salads & sandwiches - not to mention the most incredible baked goods. Located in the outskirts of downtown Novato, which is a cute little town. There is another location at Marin Country Mart in Larkspur. Definitely worth a visit!
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Rustic Bakery
1407 Grant Ave
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This places makes amazing salads & sandwiches - not to mention the most incredible baked goods. Located in the outskirts of downtown Novato, which is a cute little town. There is another location at Marin Country Mart in Larkspur. Definitely worth a visit!
No trip to West Marin would be complete without a stop at the Nicasio Valley Cheese Company. Located right by the tiny town of Nicasio, and on the way to Point Reyes Station, this local gem makes some amazing cheeses. Best of all, you can try them all!
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Nicasio Valley Cheese Company
5300 Nicasio Valley Rd
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No trip to West Marin would be complete without a stop at the Nicasio Valley Cheese Company. Located right by the tiny town of Nicasio, and on the way to Point Reyes Station, this local gem makes some amazing cheeses. Best of all, you can try them all!
This is a contemporary Mexican eatery and cocktail bar in downtown Fairfax - one of the best Mexican places in Marin. They serve familiar dishes with a modern, culinary twist.
tamal
23 Broadway
This is a contemporary Mexican eatery and cocktail bar in downtown Fairfax - one of the best Mexican places in Marin. They serve familiar dishes with a modern, culinary twist.
I love Gestalt Haus; it's one of Fairfax's most iconic spots. Very popular with locals - in particular the cyclist community. They specialize in beer and sausages. VERY casual atmosphere.
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Gestalt Haus
28 Bolinas Rd
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I love Gestalt Haus; it's one of Fairfax's most iconic spots. Very popular with locals - in particular the cyclist community. They specialize in beer and sausages. VERY casual atmosphere.
Amazing tacos and a fantastic outdoor seating area. What more is there to say? If you like Mexican food, make sure to check out this place. It's in Downtown Fairfax.
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Más Masa
31 Bolinas Rd
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Amazing tacos and a fantastic outdoor seating area. What more is there to say? If you like Mexican food, make sure to check out this place. It's in Downtown Fairfax.
This is a great place for lunch, dinner and/or drinks. Many delicious options, good beer and terrific staff. It's right on 4th street in downtown San Rafael close to many shops and other restaurants.
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The State Room
1132 4th St
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This is a great place for lunch, dinner and/or drinks. Many delicious options, good beer and terrific staff. It's right on 4th street in downtown San Rafael close to many shops and other restaurants.
Don't let the funky decor / layout fool you. If it's good Mexican food you crave, hit this spot. Best part... it's within walking distance of our studio apartment!
Sonora Market & Taqueria
649 Del Ganado Rd
Don't let the funky decor / layout fool you. If it's good Mexican food you crave, hit this spot. Best part... it's within walking distance of our studio apartment!
Another local favorite spot within walking distance of our studio. Not the best ambiance, but the sushi is really good! Check it out!
IKOI SUSHI
601 Del Ganado Rd
Another local favorite spot within walking distance of our studio. Not the best ambiance, but the sushi is really good! Check it out!
This is one of San Rafael's newest offerings. It serves gourmet pub fare and a ton of beers on draft. It's a bit loud at times and service can be less than stellar on occasion. But the food is great and the space is welcoming.
Tam Commons Tap Room & Kitchen
1300 4th St
This is one of San Rafael's newest offerings. It serves gourmet pub fare and a ton of beers on draft. It's a bit loud at times and service can be less than stellar on occasion. But the food is great and the space is welcoming.
Awesome new restaurant and beer hall within walking distance of our place. They have tons of yummy beers on draft + burgers, sandwiches, salads, and more!
The Monk's Kettle Terra Linda
655 Del Ganado Road
Awesome new restaurant and beer hall within walking distance of our place. They have tons of yummy beers on draft + burgers, sandwiches, salads, and more!
Awesome coffee shop in downtown San Rafael that's very popular with locals. A bit pricey, but they make great coffee drinks!
Pink Owl Coffee
1100 Second St
Awesome coffee shop in downtown San Rafael that's very popular with locals. A bit pricey, but they make great coffee drinks!
One of the newest restaurants in the area... casual atmosphere and a simple but great menu. They have an awesome rooftop seating area with great views of downtown San Anselmo
Kientz Hall
One of the newest restaurants in the area... casual atmosphere and a simple but great menu. They have an awesome rooftop seating area with great views of downtown San Anselmo

Parks & Nature

Beautiful State Park with great views of the bay! Whether you love hiking, mountain biking, or you just want to enjoy the bay, this is a great spot!
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Državni park China Camp
101 Peacock Gap Trail
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Beautiful State Park with great views of the bay! Whether you love hiking, mountain biking, or you just want to enjoy the bay, this is a great spot!

Essentials

Scotty's is our beloved local supermarket. Small but with a great selection of products. They have lots of prepared food options for nights in which you don't feel like cooking. They also have great salads and sandwiches.
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Scotty's Market
620 Manuel T Freitas Pkwy
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Scotty's is our beloved local supermarket. Small but with a great selection of products. They have lots of prepared food options for nights in which you don't feel like cooking. They also have great salads and sandwiches.

Entertainment & Activities

This is probably the largest and nicest movie theater in Marin. It has 15 screens and has been recently renovated. if you want to see a blockbuster, this is the place to go.
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Century Northgate
7000 Northgate Dr
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This is probably the largest and nicest movie theater in Marin. It has 15 screens and has been recently renovated. if you want to see a blockbuster, this is the place to go.
Great local movie theater that specializes in artsy movies - not for blockbusters. It's clean and well run!
Century Regency
280 Smith Ranch Rd
Great local movie theater that specializes in artsy movies - not for blockbusters. It's clean and well run!
Nice movie theater with lots of screens and large, reclinable seats. The largest theater in the area. We love that you can reserve seats ahead of time!
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Cinemark
44 Rowland Way
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Nice movie theater with lots of screens and large, reclinable seats. The largest theater in the area. We love that you can reserve seats ahead of time!

Sightseeing

Really interesting Frank Lloyd Wright building that makes great use of the hills surrounding it and blends into the landscape. Worth visiting!
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County of Marin
3501 Civic Center Dr
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Really interesting Frank Lloyd Wright building that makes great use of the hills surrounding it and blends into the landscape. Worth visiting!

City/town information

Petaluma is a beautiful town located about 30 minutes drive from our studio apartment. Great place to spend a day exploring antique stores, art galleries, and independent stores. They also have great restaurants!
Historic Downtown Petaluma
100 Petaluma Boulevard North
Petaluma is a beautiful town located about 30 minutes drive from our studio apartment. Great place to spend a day exploring antique stores, art galleries, and independent stores. They also have great restaurants!
Another quaint downtown area for you to explore near our studio apartment. Beautiful and with lots of great restaurants
Novato
Another quaint downtown area for you to explore near our studio apartment. Beautiful and with lots of great restaurants