From classic cocktails, original creations, juicy beers and quality wines, these watering holes have it all. Bring a friend, group or just your own self on an outing to enjoy a drink and lively atmosphere at one of our favorite bars in Marin.

The 2025 readers’ choice Best of the County winner is Perry’s on Magnolia (pictured above). For the rest of the Marin Magazine‘s Best of Marin County bar dining picks see below.

Our 2025 Dining category sponsor is Rodney Strong. View the rest of the Dining category here.

Because there are so many great ones, we’ve broken it down by region: Southern, Central and Northern Marin.

Southern Marin

Buckeye Roadhouse

Mill Valley

The warm dark-wood bar with red leather booths is a popular spot for cocktails, conversations or a light meal. Heated patio seating offers a moment’s respite with a fresh espresso and breakfast burrito from the weekday Buckeye Joe Coffee Kiosk out front. Feeling hungry? Oysters Bingo, baby back ribs and chili-lime “brick” chicken are a few of the satisfying comfort-food menu items that have made this classic roadhouse a favorite since the ’30s.

15 Shoreline Hwy, Mill Valley, 415.331.2600

Corner Bar

Mill Valley

Corner Bar is a small bar and restaurant serving up handcrafted cocktails and Mediterranean-inspired bites. It’s a go-to spot for locals and visitors looking to unwind.

106 Throckmorton Ave, Mill Valley, 415.888.8001

Gravity Tavern

Mill Valley

The inviting bar of Gravity Tavern still allows customers to partake in all of the delightful choices the Mill Valley staple has to offer from grilled chicken Waldorf salad with pickled grapes to a lobster roll with toasted challah.

38 Miller Ave Ste 1, Mill Valley

Watershed

Mill Valley

Gather ’round the fire pit in front of the restaurant at the Lumber Yard or hang out at the long bar for a pre-dinner glass of wine from their extensive list, craft cocktail or draft beer. If you’re looking to eat, the Stemple Creek Ranch burger and fresh pastas are matched with a bevy of simply prepared, easy to share dishes (like spicy rock cod lettuce cups or lamb riblets) that reflect chef Kyle Swain’s careful sourcing and focus on local flavor.

129 Miller Ave, Mill Valley, 415.888.2406

Central Marin

Flatiron

San Rafael

The remodeled Flatiron is where refined American bar food lives happily in its ideal environment — with a selection of craft beers. Owned by the Strickers, a husband-and-wife duo, this polished sports bar serves noshes like chili lime cauliflower, classic sandwiches and truffle and waffle fries in a space that also features classic arcade games.

724 B St, San Rafael, 415.453.4318

Perry’s on Magnolia

Larkspur

The multiple TVs playing all the games that matter,decades of menu-mastery and Marin’s finest coming and going, just might be what has put Perry’s in the Readers’ Choice spot for the last few years. You’ll have to check it out for yourself. 234 Magnolia Ave, Larkspur, perryssf.com

234 Magnolia Ave, Larkspur, 415.927.1877

Red Rooster Brick Oven

San Rafael

Red Rooster Brick Oven is a longtime San Rafael dining spot. Known for its welcoming atmosphere and quality food, the restaurant offers both lunch and dinner with a focus on classic, memorable dishes.

901 B St, San Rafael, 415.234.8414

The Burren House

San Rafael

An authentic Irish pub serving classic dishes like shepherd’s pie and corned beef Reuben. Featuring handcrafted Irish decor and a lively atmosphere, it’s a favorite for hearty meals, craft beers, and live music.

925 4th St, San Rafael, 415.690.1222

Northern Marin

Finnegan’s Marin

Novato

The dark wood paneled booths and high backs on bar stools mean it is easy to linger over Irish-inspired meals like corned beef and cabbage or nachos made with waffle fries instead of corn chips. They taste just as good on the heated outdoor patio.

877 Grant Ave, Novato, 415.899.1516

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