Larkspur’s two hubs, downtown and the Marin County Mart, provide an impressive array of fine dining, trendy hot spots, wine bars, and al fresco dining. Popular mainstays such as Restaurant Picco and Rustic Bakery make Larkspur a dining destination for locals and out of towners.
Be sure to check each restaurant’s website or social pages to confirm its most current hours of operation and services.
Bakery | Bar | Breakfast | Burger | Coffee Shop | Chinese | Ice Cream | Italian | Mediterranean | Mexican | Pizza | Seafood | Sushi | Tea, Juice, Smoothies & Açai | Thai
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Al Fresco Dining
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Tavola Rustica
Larkspur welcomes, SF-based Tavola Rustica CAL-Italian cuisine and expertly-curated wine list into the indoor, outdoor sunny space on Magnolia Avenue.
2025 Best of the County for Al Fresco Dining.
Free Wi-Fi | Good for Groups | Outdoor Seating
286 Magnolia Ave, 415.891.3096
Bakery
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Boichik Bagels
In March, 2021, New York Times food writer Tejal Rao famously called California’s bagels better than New York’s. The article put Emily Winston’s Berkeley bagel shop on the map and she’s never looked back. The freshest shop in the burgeoning Bay Area sandwich chain landed in downtown Larkspur with all the lox and schmears. There’s even Sanka for the diehard Boomer New Yorkers among us.
238 Magnolia Ave, 415.891.3327
Meals under $20 | Outdoor Seating | Breakfast
Emporio Rulli
During the holiday season, panettone Milanese is a highlight of a bakery dedicated to the Italian pastry cannon. The rest of the year, you’ll just have to settle for tartufo, tiramisu, apricot almond torta and pastries like sfogliatelle and cassata siciliana.
2025 Best of the County for Bakery and Coffee/Coffee Shop.
Good for Working | Dogs Allowed | Outdoor Seating
424 Magnolia Ave, 415.924.7478
Loveski Deli
A “Jew-ish” deli from chef Christopher and Martina Kostow updates traditional favorites — matzo ball soup is flavored with lemongrass and chiles, kimchee and gochujang step in for sauerkraut and Thousand Island in the Reuben — with plentiful cheffy touches. Sourdough bagels, pickles, cured and smoked meats are all house made. The all-day café has indoor-outdoor seating, a grab-n-go fridge, and even an ice cream float with Dr. Brown’s cream soda.
New Hot Spot | Meal Under $20 | Outdoor Seating
1813 Larkspur Landing Cir, Suite 18
Rustic Bakery
The Marin-grown bakery is known and loved the world over: Pope Francis famously requested Rustic Bakery flatbread and crostini when he visited the U.S. in 2015. Organic bread, croissants and pastries baked fresh each morning and salads, sandwiches, and soups for lunch make Rustic a local staple at the Marin Country Mart or a second Larkspur location on the town’s west side.
2025 Best of the County for Al Fresco Dining and Bakery.
Dogs Welcome | Grab ‘n Go | Kid-friendly | Meal Under $20 | Outdoor Seating
2017 Larkspur Landing Cir, 415.461.9900
Bar
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Internos Wine & Beer Bar
After years of running a now-closed wine and beer bar by the same name in San Francisco, owner and Larkspur resident Adnan Abudaken, along with co-owner Tony Martinez, opened on a stretch of Larkspur’s Magnolia Ave, just before it turns into College Ave, in January. A C-shaped bar sports tall stools and ample room to enjoy a glass of wine or beer alongside a charcuterie board, salad or flatbread, while a sleek wood wall holds bottles available for takeaway.
2025 Best of the County for Wine Bar.
Date Spot | Worth the Hype
1110 Magnolia Ave, 707.347.9599
Perry’s on Magnolia
Perry’s on Magnolia has the same classic American cuisine, bustling bar and warm service and personality the San Francisco original has always been famous for. Plentiful outdoor dining options – the patio, the front garden or the redwood grove – are in addition to the three cozy indoor dining spaces. It’s bar is a perennial best of the county winner.
2025 Best of the County Readers’ Choice for Bar Dining and Best of the County for Al Fresco Dining and Burger.
Brunch | Date Spot | Full Bar | Outdoor Seating | Private Party Room
234 Magnolia Ave, 415.927.1877
Silver Peso
The building that houses the Silver Peso opened in 1905 as a blacksmith shop, and it wasn’t until the 1930s that the space was transformed into a bar. The Silver Peso came into being after World War II when a former GI bought the building with — wait for it — silver pesos.
2025 Best of the County readers’ choice for Dive Bar.
Full Bar | Watch the Game | Worth the Hype
450 Magnolia Ave, 415.924.3448
Breakfast/Brunch
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Farm House Local
A downtown Larkspur gem that is sure to please with simple, healthy food in a warm, cozy atmosphere, both indoors and on the covered patio. The seasonal menu, inspired by American classics, includes biscuits and gravy; a “BLAT” (with avocado) sandwich; and a daily fluffy omelet stuffed with local meats, vegetables, and artisanal cheeses.
2025 Best of the County for Breakfast/Brunch.
Brunch | Date Spot | Meal Under $20
25 Ward St, 415.891.8577
Burger
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M&G Burgers
Looking for a classic burger, fries, and shake? M&G serves up quality without the frills at their Larkspur and Fairfax locations.
2025 Best of the County for Burger.
Kid-friendly | Meal Under $20 | Grab ‘n Go
989 Magnolia Ave
Shake Shack
Burgers and shakes are the name of the game at the second Bay Area outpost of the New York burger restaurant. California- sourced Angus beef is amped up with white cheddar cheese, pickles and smoked garlic aioli on a potato bun and the only-in-Marin Mount Tam Graham and Larks-brr shakes are perfect for sipping on the bi-level patio.
2025 Best of the County for Burger.
Dogs Welcome | Grab ‘n Go | Kid-friendly | Meal Under $20 | Outdoor Seating
1401 Larkspur Landing Cir, 628.212.2050
Coffee/Coffee Shop
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Equator Coffees
The downtown Larkspur location of Equator features their iconic drinks like the shakerato (coffee shaken with cream) and rotating, seasonally-focused beverages. Satiate your hunger any day with a fan favorite breakfast sandwich and Austin style breakfast tacos from Mill Valley based Early Bird Tacos and goodies from Cibo Bakery.
2025 Best of the County Readers’ Choice for Coffee/Coffee Shop.
Dogs Welcome | Grab ‘n Go | Kid-friendly | Meal Under $20 | Outdoor Seating
240 Magnolia Ave, 415.720.5701
Chinese
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DJ’s Chinese Cuisine
The not so secret back patio is a scene stealer for its cozy, cheerful vibe where regulars hang out with a plate of kung pao chicken or Hong Kong-style pan-fried noodles. After 34 years in business and counting, the Mongolian beef still attracts a following for its crispy, saucy, hot and spicy hit of happiness.
2025 Best of the County Readers’ Choice for Chinese.
Dogs Welcome | Kid-friendly | Meal Under $20 | Outdoor Seating
435 Magnolia Ave, 415.924.0717
Fine Dining
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Restaurant Picco
Popular since its inception, Picco has a seasonally driven menu featuring items such as risotto (made every half hour), ahi tuna tartare, avocado bruschetta & gnocchi with house made sausage that keep attracting return visits. The warm wood and brick interior is fronted by a popular, ten seat bar.
2025 Best of the County for Fine Dining.
Date Spot | Full Bar | Watch the Game
320 Magnolia Ave, 415.924.0300
French
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Le Marais Bakery
Le Marais, renowned for its French pastries and baked goods, has expanded to a new location in Larkspur at the Marin Country Mart. “Buvette” refers to a cozy place to get a drink or two — a petit bar, if you will — and this establishment accordingly adds a wine bar component to its baked goods and crepe menu. Stop by for a Parisian afternoon with a glass of white alongside a savory galette Bretonne.
2025 Best of the County for Bakery and French.
Outdoor Seating
2201 Larkspur Landing Cir
Left Bank Brasserie
Meet the Team
This authentically Parisian-style brasserie by Chef Roland Passot has been serving the Larkspur community for more than two decades. Whether on the patio, at the European-style bar or in the casually elegant main dining room with a huge fireplace, it’s a fun and French downtown experience. An all-day menu features authentic French cuisine utilizing seasonal, local and organic ingredients, along with an extensive cocktail menu, a wide range of beer options, and an expertly-curated wine selection.
2025 Best of the County for Burger, Fine Dining and French.
Date Spot | Full Bar | Kid-friendly | Outdoor Seating | Private Party Room
507 Magnolia Ave, 415.927.3331
Ice Cream/Frozen Yogurt
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Mag’s Local Yogurt
Mag’s Local Yogurt specializes in Fro-yo. Serving up the community of Larkspur for over a decade, stop by for a refreshing soft serve on a hot day, cool night, or whenever you get the hankering for something sweet.
2025 Best of the County for Ice Cream/Frozen Yogurt.
Kid-friendly | Grab ‘n Go | Dogs Welcome
467 Magnolia Ave, 415.891.3012
Frankie & Jo’s
A plant-based scoop shop launched in 2016 in Seattle landed at Larkspur’s Marin Country Mart in late June. Renowned for creamy, decadent vegan creations without the help of animal products, GMOs, soy or dairy, the brand creates up to 30 new ice creams and novelty products each year that are sustainably sourced. Be sure to try California Cabin, a flavor inspired by the Sierra Nevada mountain range. “The chance to open in Marin Country Mart was a unique opportunity, and we couldn’t pass it up,” says co-founder Autumn Martin.
Kid-friendly | Grab ‘n Go
2231 Larkspur Landing Cir
the shack.
Waffle cones, smooth ice cream and everything you need from a classic ice cream parlor. The Shack is a sleek but homey shoppe on Magnolia Ave, equipped with plenty of indoor and outdoor seating nestled among towering redwoods. Great for birthday parties, scoops after a game or just a sweet treat on a warm afternoon.
Kid-friendly | Grab ‘n Go | Outdoor Seating
236 Magnolia Ave, 415.886.8136
Middle Eastern/Mediterranean
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Souvla
The all-day Greek cafe known for roast pork, lamb, sweet potato, and chicken wrapped in a pita or atop a salad is now at the Marin Country Mart in October. Enjoy fries tossed with parsley and Mizithra cheese, frozen yogurt from Straus topped with wildflower honey from Crete or a glass of wine, retsina or beer from the all-Greek beverage menu inside or on the shaded patio.
New Hot Spot | Date Spot | Meal Under $20 | Outdoor Seating
1805 Larkspur Landing Cir, Ste 14, 415.660.9500
Mexican
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El Huarache Loco
Known for dishes that are authentic Mexico City dishes, especially the sandal-shaped huaraches (filled corn masa cakes) and tlacoyitos served solo or with toppings ranging from nopales to ham, the kitchen also turns out familiar north of the border fare like quesadillas and tacos. The expansive outdoor patio at the Marin Country Mart is a must.
Dogs Welcome | Kid-friendly | Meal Under $20 | Outdoor Seating
1803 Larkspur Landing Cir, 415.925.1403
Pizza
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Backstage
The U-shaped bar makes a comfortable, sociable setting for wine tasting, light appetizers (warmed nuts, artichoke dip) and small plates (avocado toast, charcuterie boards) in downtown Larkspur. Or nab a seat on the patio to enjoy the warmth of the fire pits and flights of exclusive picks from small-scale California vineyards.
Brunch | Date Spot | Dogs Welcome | Outdoor Seating
295 Magnolia Ave, 415.898.6778
Farmshop
Located in the Marin Country Mart, Farmshop Marin is a top spot for people-watching and earns raves for its avocado hummus and Neapolitan style pizzas pulled from the beehive oven. Indoor and outdoor seating available.
2025 Best of the County for Pizza.
Date Spot | Full Bar | Outdoor Seating | Private Party Room | Watch the Game | Worth the Hype
2233 Larkspur Landing Cir, 415.755.6700
Pizzeria Picco
This family-friendly parlor next door to Picco in downtown Larkspur offers California-influenced Neapolitan pizzas cooked in a wood-burning oven. Fresh mozzarella is pulled in-house and the menu also features organic salads, antipasti and Straus Dairy soft-serve ice cream. Heated outdoor seating is available.
2025 Best of the County for Pizza.
Dogs Welcome | Kid-friendly | Meal Under $20 | Outdoor Seating
316 Magnolia Ave, 415.945.8900
Red Boy Pizza
Home of the famous sourdough crust since 1969 – is a family-owned, local favorite serving up top-quality food made with the finest ingredients. More than just pizza, they offer a great selection of pastas, soups, salads, and more.
2025 Best of the County for Pizza.
Good for Kids | Good for Groups | Dogs Allowed | Outdoor Seating | Free Wi-Fi
580 Magnolia Ave, 415.924.3131
Seafood
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Hog Island Oyster Co.
The full-service Marin Country Mart location features a full bar with seasonal cocktails, beer and wine and the same bay-to-bar philosophy as the Tomales Bay original. Sit inside or at one of the picnic tables facing the bay before satiating that oyster craving; then check the day’s menu to see what was most recently pulled from Marin’s waters before deciding what else to eat.
2025 Best of the County for Seafood and Sandwiches.
Date Spot | Dogs Welcome | Full Bar | Kid-friendly | Outdoor Seating
2401 Larkspur Landing Cir, 628.253.5905
Sushi
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Keiko Fish
Chef Yobi Abe’s traditional style brings out the best flavors of the fresh, high-quality fish used in his delicious sushi creations.
2025 Best of the County for Sushi.
Outdoor Seating | Kid-friendly | Date Spot
250 Magnolia Ave, Ste B, 415.891.8395
Sushi Ko
A Japanese restaurant offering high-quality nigiri, sashimi, maki, and vegetarian sushi. The menu also features tempura, teriyaki, donburi, and noodles, all served with cheerful hospitality by expert chefs.
2025 Best of the County for Sushi.
Vegan Options | Free Wi-Fi | Good for Kids | Good for Groups | Heated Outdoor Seating
1819 Larkspur Landing Cir, 415.461.8400
Tea, Juice, Smoothies & Açai
World Green Açai Bowl & Juice
Come for the bowls — with real açai sourced from Belém, Brazil — and stay for the authentic Brazilian bites, blended juices and friendly faces. Try the popular Yanomami bowl, or the Barry Bonds special (named after a favorite customer). Gluten-free options abound, like tapioca crepes and pão de queijo cheese bread.
Dogs Welcome | Grab ‘n Go | Kid-friendly | Outdoor Seating
546A Magnolia Ave, 415.886.8476
Thai/Southeast Asian
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R’noh Thai
This cozy place with a patio by the Corte Madera Creek has a reputation for fresh flavors. It’s all here, from curries and Thai barbecue to noodle dishes and the classic tom kha (coconut lemongrass soup). For an indulgent treat, try the fried sweet potato appetizer.
2025 Best of the County Readers’ Choice for Thai.
Dogs Welcome | Kid-friendly | Meal Under $20 | Outdoor Seating
1000 Magnolia Ave, 415.925.0599
Wine Bar
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Internos Beer and Wine Bar
After years of running a now-closed wine and beer bar by the same name in San Francisco, owner and Larkspur resident Adnan Abudaken, along with co-owner Tony Martinez, opened Internos on a stretch of Larkspur’s Magnolia Avenue, just before it turns into College Avenue. An L-shaped bar sports tall stools and ample room to enjoy a glass of wine or beer alongside a charcuterie board, while a sleek wood wall holds bottles available for takeaway.
2025 Best of the County for Wine Bar.
Free Wi-Fi | Classy | Outdoor Seating | TV | Bike Parking | Beer & Wine Only
1110 Magnolia Ave
