salads, incredible soups
and fresh juices. The
specialty of the house
is dosa, filled with a
variety of ingredients
and served with savory
homemade chutneys. 1167 Magnolia
Ave, 415.461.6787,
table-cafe.com
THE MELTING POT
French This round brick
haven for fondue fans
is just across the street
from the Larkspur
Ferry terminal. Share
the “Big Night Out”
feast featuring chef’s
specialties, or design
your own meal with
cheese fondue, salad,
meat entrée and chocolate fondue dessert. 125
E. Sir Francis Drake
Blvd, 415.461.6358,
themeltingpot.com
YANKEE PIER American
This family-friendly,
casual clam shack is
harbored in a quaint
house built in 1924.
Known for beer-bat-tered fish ‘n’ chips, clam
chowder and tasty salads, Yankee Pier serves
fresh seafood delivered daily from both
coasts. 286 Magnolia
Ave, 415.924.7676,
yankeepier.com
MILL VALLEY
AVATAR’S PUNJABI
BURRITOS Indian A
small and friendly
place with only a few
tables, but myriad
Indian-inspired bur-rito dishes to choose
from. Try the curry
chicken or Jamaican
jerk wrapped in warm
naan. Cash only, but
well worth the trip to
the A TM. 15 Madrona
St, 415.381.8293,
enjoyavatars.com
BALBOA CAFE MILL
VALLEY California The
San Francisco institution has already become
a place to see and be
seen in Mill Valley,
especially after the 142
Throckmorton comedy
nights. Menu items
include Niman Ranch
flat iron steak, braised
beef brisket risotto
and classic burgers. 38
Miller Ave, 415.381.7321,
balboacafe.com
BOO KOO Asian
Authentic Asian street
food is now available
for $10 or less. The res-
taurant offers options
for every eater—vegans,
gluten-frees, vegetar-
ians and carnivores
alike. Menu items
include chicken pho,
vegan summer rolls,
pad thai and five-spice
pork satay, all made
with organic, locally
sourced veggies and
proteins. 25 Miller
Ave, 415.888.8303,
eatbookoo.com
BUCKEYE ROADHOUSE
American Oysters
Bingo, baby back ribs
and the Chili-Lime
“Brick” Chicken are a
few of the satisfying,
comfort-food-style
menu items that have
made this classic roadhouse a favorite since
the ’30s. The warm,
dark-wood bar with
red leather booths is a
popular spot for cocktails, conversations or a
light meal. 15 Shoreline
Hwy, 415.331.2600,
buckeyeroadhouse.com
CAFE DEL SOUL
California Healthy
options become addict-
ing ones at this Tam
Valley eatery. Once
you stop in for the deli-
ciously fresh Hummus
Yummus wrap, you’ll
have to return to sam-
ple the Chipotle Sunrise
Rice Bowl. A casual
lunch spot and great
for takeout, Café del
Soul now offers a
selection of quinoa
options. 247 Shoreline
Hwy, 415.388.1852,
cafedelsoul.net
CAN TINA Mexican
The popular family
restaurant offers traditional Mexican fare
including soups, salads,
sandwiches and sizzling fajitas at lunch
portions and prices. An
outdoor fire pit provides
the option of alfresco
dining, while the lively
atmosphere indoors
makes for a fun outing.
Stop by for happy hour
from 4 to 7 p.m. M-F for
drinks and appetizers
$5 and under. 651 E.
Blithedale, 415.381.1070,
thecantina.com
DIPSEA CAFE Comfort
This longtime breakfast
spot has been serving up tasty pancakes
and egg dishes with
homemade biscuits
since 1986. Try a biscuit
with a poached egg
and sausage — or just
plain butter. Lunch
specialties include
BLTs, tuna melts and
generous Cobb salads;
enjoy Greek-inspired
dinners in the later
hours. 200 Shoreline
Hwy, 415.381.0298,
dipseacafe.com
EL PASEO American
This Marin chophouse
continues to impress
as the years pass — the
restaurant itself has
been around since
1947. The menu speaks
to the restaurant’s
elegance, with offerings
like roasted bone marrow, crispy duck wings
and the El Paseo short
rib. 17 Throckmorton
Ave, 415.388.0741,
elpaseomillvalley.com
EXTREME PIZZA
American Pizza by the
slice or pie — including
gluten-free options.
Come up with your
own creation or choose
one of the restaurant’s
favorites, like the Mr.
Pestato Head: homemade pesto sauce,
potatoes, red onions,
feta, fresh basil and
mozzarella. 393 Miller
Ave, 415.569.4134 ,
extremepizza.com
FRANTOIO
RISTORANTE
ITALIANO Italian
Known for its in-house
olive press, superior
olive oil and excellent
Italian cuisine, this
spot is a great choice
for an intimate dinner,
celebration and any-
thing in bewteen. For
special occasions and
private parties, reserve
the olive-press room.
The popular weekday
happy hour starts at
4: 30 p.m. 152 Shoreline
Hwy, 415.289.5777,
frantoio.com
GIRA POLLI Italian Not
in the mood to cook?
Pick up a wood-fired
rotisserie chicken or
family dinner from
this hot spot, or stick
around for the specialty
pasta and a glass of
wine. 590 E. Blithedale
Ave, gira-polli.com
415.383.6040
GRILLY’S RES TAURAN T
Mexican Both the Mill
Valley and Fairfax locations offer quick and
healthy Mexican fare
like grilled chicken,
steak or veggie-filled
burritos with gluten-free and vegetarian
options. 493 Miller Ave,
415.381.3278, grillys.com
HARMON Y Chinese
Enjoy a lighter take
on Chinese at this restaurant, nestled in the
Strawberry Village.
The barbecue pork bun
is filled with house-made roasted meat in a
savory sauce, and fresh
mussels are accented
with red chili and Thai
basil. Pair your pick
with wine, beer or tea.
Be sure to check out
the weekday lunch
special for an excellent deal. Strawberry
Village, 415.381.5300,
harmonyrestaurant
group.com
INDIA PALACE Indian
Known as “that great
restaurant in the
Travelodge,” India
Palace is a favorite
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CREEK American The
next chapter in the 1888
Victorian Murphy House,
formerly known as Lark
Creek Inn, is being written
by chef Aaron Wright. Try
menu items such as lamb
fusilli, Alaskan halibut
and vegetable rigatoni a la
carte, or opt for the prix
fixe menu. 234 Magnolia
Ave, 415.924.7766,
tavernatlarkcreek.com
