The Best Steakhouse Restaurants in Marin County

by Marin Staff
Buckeye Roadhouse, Steak, Best Steakhouse Marin
Photo: Buckeye Roadhouse Facebook

When we think of a steakhouse, we may picture a juicy red steak charred to perfection and paired with a big, bold red wine. The first iterations of the steakhouse originated in London during the 1690s and were called chophouses. They specialized in serving portions of meat called “chops.” The 2023 readers’ choice Best of the County winner is Buckeye Roadhouse (pictured above). For the rest of the Marin Magazine‘s Best of Marin County Steakhouse picks see below.

Our 2023 Dining category sponsor is Rodney Strong.

We’ve broken it down by region: Southern and Central Marin.

Southern | Central

Southern Marin

Buckeye Roadhouse

Mill Valley

Buckeye Roadhouse, Mill Valley, Steak, Best Steakhouse Marin
Photo: Buckeye Roadhouse

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. 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 moments respite with a fresh espresso and breakfast burrito from the weekday Buckeye Joe Coffee Kiosk out front.

15 Shoreline Hwy, Mill Valley, 415.331.2600

Gravity Tavern

Mill Valley

Gravity Tavern, Mill Valley, Steak, Best Steakhouse in Marin
Photo: Gravity Tavern

With ingredients suited to reflect modern tastes, American classics like grilled chicken Waldorf salad with pickled grapes, lobster roll with toasted challah and veggie slaw, and a land and sea pasta with house-made egg pasta, pork belly and crab, may have also been familiar fare for passengers of the Mt. Tam gravity car for which this saloon was named. Enjoy them on the popular patio.

38 Miller Ave Suite 1, Mill Valley, 415.888.2108

Central Marin

Marin Joe’s

Corte Madera

Marin Joes, Corte Madera, Steak, Best Steakhouse Marin
Photo: Marin Joes

A mainstay for over 50 years for a reason: the menu calls to you with garlic bread, a calamari sandwich and mesquite-grilled prime rib. Sautéed classics of the Italian-American cannon (I”m looking at you, chicken livers and mushrooms and veal piccata) and oysters doré and a mix and match menu of pasta shapes and pastas have withstood the test of time.

1585 Casa Buena Dr, Corte Madera, 415.924.2081

San Rafael Joe’s

San Rafael

A Marin institution famous for sophisticated yet casual Italian fare since 1947. The dining room, with a friendly atmosphere and seating for 240, is great for large parties, and the roast sirloin of beef and Fettuccine Joe’s are sure to please.

 931 4th St, San Rafael, 415.456.2425

Sponsor

Rodney Strong: 2023 Best of the County Dining

Rodney Strong was an acknowledged visionary who understood the potential that Sonoma County’s soil and climate held for producing world-class wines and was one of the first to plant Pinot Noir in Russian River Valley and the first to produce a Chalk Hill appellation Chardonnay.
How do you cater to both oenophiles and newbies?
At our winery, we pride ourselves on creating an exceptional experience that caters to both connoisseurs and newbies alike. We offer a diverse range of offerings and services that accommodate the varied preferences and knowledge levels of our guests and are committed to providing a custom experience.
What sets you apart from other wineries?
Our winery has achieved national recognition for its exceptional craftsmanship, with our wines consistently earning high scores and accolades from esteemed critics and competitions.
How do you cater to both oenophiles and newbies?
At our winery, we pride ourselves on creating an exceptional experience that caters to both connoisseurs and newbies alike. We offer a diverse range of offerings and services that accommodate the varied preferences and knowledge levels of our guests and are committed to providing a custom experience.


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