Marin Magazine - April 2020

LOS MOLES Mexican

Nestled centrally on Lincoln Avenue, Los Moles offers traditional pueblo Mexican cuisine, with — you guessed it — a variety of different moles to enhance your dish. Offering brunch, lunch, dinner and party options, Los Moles’ menu includes enmo-ladas, tacos, pollo al horno, carne asada, flan and much more. Don’t miss Taco Tuesday night for all-you-can-eat tacos. 912 Lincoln Ave, 415.453.5850, losmoles.com

s $$ LD BR º
MCINNIS PARK GOLF
CLUB RESTAURANT

American Grab a meal
prepared by chef Chris
Harman before or
after hitting the driv-
ing range (or even
without picking up a
club). Outdoor seating
is popular, as is the full
bar, with a selection
of premium Scotches,
small-batch bourbons
and more than 50 wines
from California vine-
yards. McInnis Park,
415.491.5959, mcinnis
parkgolfcenter.com
s $$$ Í C LD

MULBERRY STREE T
PIZZERIA Italian

Chef Ted Rowe won first place in the Food Network Television Pizza Challenge with his For the Love of Mushroom pizza — sautéed mushrooms in a creamy garlic sauce and a red wine reduction atop a fresh crust. Be sure to try other unique pies, like the spicy Three Beer pizza. 101 Smith Ranch Road, 415.472.7272, mulberry streetpizzasan rafael.com b $$ S LD

POND FARM BREWING

American The new microbrewery in the West End from husband and wife team Trevor and Stephanie Martens has a rotating list of beers on tap from brewer Trevor,

pop-up food from local businesses in the beer garden, and snacks at the bar. Stein parking is available. 1848 Fourth St, 415.524.8709, pond farmbrewing.com b $ Í D

RANGE CAFE American The cuisine is local, seasonal, made with naturally raised ingredients and served in a casual, comfortable and refined setting, with floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the grand Peacock Gap lawns. An inviting cafe at lunch with ice-cold lemonade and refreshing chardonnays makes a great dinner spot once the sun sets. 333 Biscayne Drive, 415.454.6450, rangecafe.net s $$ S Í C BLD º

REVEL & ROOST

Californian The sun-
flower-bedecked tables
hint at the Spanish and
French flavors to come
from the seasonally
driven, locally sourced
menu at this corner
spot in downtown San
Rafael. Artichoke salad
with grilled radicchio
casts an eye to Italy
while a diver scallop
with red curry and Thai
basil looks far beyond
the Mediterranean.
901 B St, San Rafael,
415.870.9946, revel
roostkitchen.com
b $$ S LD

SHANGRI-LA ORGANIC KITCHEN Indian/Himalayan The cute Nepalese dumplings known as momos come in vegetarian, vegan and sweet versions and spinach pakoras are just one of many gluten-free options on the menu. Other dishes, like a bento box with chicken or paneer tikka, New York–style pizzas, and Shangri-La veg thali, bridge the Indian diaspora. A small bar at the front of the slim space serves beer, wine and sake. 869 Fourth St, 415.459.3315, shangrila organickitchen.com b $$ LD

SHIRO KUMA Japanese Shiro Kuma, which means polar bear, takes its inspiration from chef Yasuo Shigeyoshi’s childhood in a small rural town in the south of Japan and offers traditional-style sushi and wagyu A5 and Kobe beef to cook over ishiyaki grilling stones. Popular weekly specials include hama-chi jalapeño and the omakase (chef’s choice) dinner. 1518 Fourth St, 415.295.7464, sushishirokuma.com b $$ S LD

SUSHI TO DAI FOR
Japanese Snagging a
seat in this popular
Fourth Street spot
can be a challenge, but
patience is rewarded
with tasty and fresh
sashimi, unique
sushi rolls and great
prices. 816 Fourth St,
415.721.0392, sushi
todaifor.net
b $$ S LD

TAM COMMONS TAP ROOM & KITCHEN American Pub grub like karaage “popcorn” chicken, French bread pizza, and big meaty plates of ribs and tri-tip with all the fixin’s define the menu from chef Chris Lyon at this brewpub in a National Historic Landmark building in downtown San Rafael. A pull from one of the 34 taps yields a hand-crafted beer, cider or kombucha from local and global breweries. 1300 Fourth St, 415.521.5770, tam commons.com b $$ LD º

TERRAPIN CROSSROADS American This waterfront restaurant and music venue presents fresh food and local talent. The menu offers salads, savory dishes and wood-fired pizzas plus a wide selection of beer, wine and cocktails. Come for the food, stay for the music. 100 Yacht Club Drive, 415.524.2773, terrapin crossroads.net s $$ Í C D BR º

THERESA & JOHNNY’S
COMFORT FOOD

American A favorite with both the kids and the foodie set, this charming eatery serves food like Mom used to make. Drop by for eggs Benedict, tuna melts, coffee and some of the best milkshakes around. 817 Fourth St,

415.259.0182, theresa-and-johnnys.com b $$ S Í BL BR

UCHIWA RAMEN Japanese When owners Benson Yang and Kevin Fong decided to open Marin’s first ramen shop in 2014, they weren’t sure what to expect. Three years later, Uchi wa remains loved by ramen enthusiasts for its rich broths, fresh noodles and wide assortment of appetizers. Vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options available. 821 B St, 415.991.3693, uchiwaramen.com b $$ LD

VN NOODLE & GRILL Vietnamese Located in Montecito Plaza, the restaurant has a robust menu of standard Vietnamese fare, including a wide selection of rice plates, pho and of course, iced coffee. 421 Third St, 415.306.8299

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WHIPPER SNAPPER RESTAURANT Caribbean Owner/chef Bill Higgins serves tapas, sangria and reasonably priced organic dishes. The California-Caribbean lunch and dinner cuisine blends local farm-fresh ingredients with Latin flavors. Be sure to try the popular fish tacos, Cuban “cigars” and chocolate bread pudding. Available for parties and special gatherings, plus a back patio for alfresco dining. 1613 Fourth St, 415.256.1818, whipsnap.biz b $$ S Í C LD º

YE T WAH Chinese Named for the founder’s wife (“Yet” refers to the moon, “Wah” to brightness), this beloved mainstay has a traditional Chinese menu and daily dim sum. Expect live music in the