Cities & Towns

San Geronimo Valley, Nicasio, Olema, Point Reyes Station, Inverness, Marshall & Tomales West Marin North Top 5 1 Point Reyes Books The community’s intellectual center. Owners Steve Costa and Kate Levinson not only sell books, they helped sponsor the West Marin Review and produce a nationally recognized literary conference as well as numerous other local […]

Muir Beach, Stinson Beach & Bolinas West Marin South Top 5 1 Coast Cafe Fresh fish and chips. Salads with greens from Paradise Valley. Burgers with Niman Ranch beef (from just up the road). Sit in the sunny courtyard or inside by the fireplace. bolinascafe.com 2 Bolinas Museum Coastal culture on display in restored waterfront […]

Novato Top 5 1 Mara A diva’s dream: Donald J. Pliner and Aquatalia shoes; Versace and Cavalli apparel; European belts, scarves and jewelry. Most of the inventory is in the back, and if you bring in pieces from your wardrobe, owner Roya Tabrizi will coordinate it. 415.892.3732 2 Rickey’s Restaurant Enjoy lunch poolside, and your […]

San Anselmo Top 5 1 Comforts is a shoe-in for best Chinese chicken salad, but the restaurant’s catering menu, with favorites like the bite-size panko-crusted chicken or tofu okasan, shouldn’t be overlooked. comfortscafe.com 2 Kismet Shoes Seasoned retail veterans Erica Miller and Barbara Dryden’s newest boutique is all about the feet, with trendy selections from […]