Best Dive Bars in Marin
Here are our favorite Marin dive bars from south to north, ending with a West Marin bar that is one of the oldest in the state.
Smitty's Bar
Learn more about Smitty’s Bar.
2AM Club
Learn more about the 2AM Club in Mill Valley.
Silver Peso
Learn about the Silver Peso, a great dive bar, in Larkspur.
Matteucci's
Learn more about San Anselmo’s Matteucci’s.
Pete's 881
Learn more about the dive bar Pete’s 881 in San Rafael.
Pier 15
Learn more about Pier 15 in San Rafael.
Papermill Creek Saloon
Learn about the Marin County dive bar, Papermill.
Smiley's Schooner Saloon & Hotel
Learn about the Marin County dive bar Smiley’s Schooner Saloon & Hotel.
Pete's 881
Executive Editor Mimi Towle dives into more detail about Pete’s 881 Club, the local dive bar in Central San Rafael.
