Best Restaurants for Outdoor Dining in San Rafael

19 restaurants available nearby

1. Insalata's

4.7

Exceptional(4070)

Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • San Anselmo

Booked 20 times today

Insalata's Restaurant is moving into it's 28th year of the community minded restaurants in San Anselmo. Insalata's receives Bib Gourmand from Michelin for it's 15th year in a row. Our goal at Insalata's has always been to bring luscious Mediterranean food, gracious service and a warm atmosphere to our diners. For over 28 years we have shared this experience of intimate dining and joyful celebrations in a variety of ways. First and foremost as a fine dining restaurant with our beautiful private Siena room in which to sit and relax and enjoy a meal. We also offer take out dining for those days when time is of the essence, or catered affairs where we bring great food and staff into your home or venue. Our guests have become family and we have grown together in the community in which we all live and work. Everyone at Insalata's is extremely proud to be a part of this extended "village" family.

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2. Perry's on Magnolia

4.6

Exceptional(2156)

Price: Moderate

• American • Larkspur

Booked 13 times today

Perry’s on Magnolia brings Larkspur an outpost of the Union Street original, following the same combination of all-American favorite fare and comfortable, welcoming service that Perry’s first made a San Francisco hallmark in 1969. The décor is warm – featuring the trademark blue and white checked table cloths, framed memorabilia and rich mahogany bar. Perry’s is known today, as much as ever, for its classic American food, its warm personable service and its fun, bustling bar. Perry’s traditional yet innovative menu includes a wide variety of sandwiches, salads, pastas, steaks and grilled fresh fish.

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3. Left Bank Larkspur

4.5

Awesome(4522)

Price: Moderate

• French • Larkspur

Booked 16 times today

Inspired by the birthplace of the original Parisian brasseries along the Left Bank of the Seine River, Left Bank Brasserie is an authentic Parisian-style brasserie by Chef Roland Passot. Left Bank pays homage to the joiede vivre that is synonymous with the Left Bank neighborhood in Paris. Guests are invited to step intoFrench culture, in a vibrant, social atmosphere that captures all the charm of traditional brasseriesand iconic alfresco dining of France. An all-day menu features authentic French cuisine utilizingseasonal, local and organic ingredients, and consists of iconic lighter fare such as oysters, tartare andprawns provençal, in addition to heartier classics like coq au vin and beef bourguignon. Inspired by theParisian-style Bar Américain, an extensive cocktail menu features classics of a bygone era, along with awide range of rotating taps, seasonal drafts and bottled beer, and an expertly-curated wine selection.

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4. La Toscana Ristorante

4.7

Exceptional(1540)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • San Rafael

Booked 6 times today

We are centrally located off Hwy. 101 in San Rafael, across for the famous Frank Lloyd Wright Marin Civic Center. La Toscana is a family owned and operated Italian restaurant and bar located in Marin County. It was established in 1985 by Paolo Mori, his wife, Marilyn, and Michele Quilici. The owners all grew up in Lucca, Italy and immigrated to the U.S. in the late 1950s. They wanted to create an atmosphere that reminded them of home – a place where locals would gather to eat, meet friends and family and celebrate with food and wine as every Italian family does. Chef and co— owner Giovanni Racanello joined La Toscana in 1986. Paolo and Marilyn’s daughter, Laura Mori Riella, and youngest son, Michael Mori, joined the La Toscana team in 1992 and 2002, respectively. Paolo loved to make people feel welcome and, just like all the Moris, enjoyed his food and wine and loved to see others do the same. This is the proud tradition that La Toscana carries on.

5. Marché Restaurant

4.6

Exceptional(1686)

Price: Expensive

• Farm-to-table • Ross

Booked 3 times today

Marché is situated in the quaint town of Ross in the heart of beautiful Marin County. We are named for the farmer's markets of southern France where chefs and restauranteurs visit seeking inspiration and ingredients for the meals they will serve each day. We are a French/Italian inspired, California contemporary farm-to-fork restaurant and feature produce, meat and seafood from local purveyors to help us create our delicious seasonal dishes. We have a diverse wine and beer selection sourced from local and international small production wineries to accompany your meal. Dining is available inside the cozy dining room and on our charming open-air patio.Reservations are recommended. For parties of 7 or more people, please contact the restaurant by emailing info@marchemarin.com or by calling 415-925-9200. We look forward to seeing you!

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6. Paseo: A California Bistro

4.0

Excellent(234)

Price: Expensive

• Californian • Mill Valley

Booked 3 times today

Enjoy seasonal New American recipes, using ingredients from the best local artisans, growers, and producers, in our elegant and iconic setting.

7. Piazza D'Angelo

4.7

Exceptional(2076)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Mill Valley

Booked 5 times today

Piazza D’Angelo is a family run Italian trattoria located in the heart of downtown Mill Valley. With a bustling bar scene and a natural light-soaked dining room, Piazza D'Angelo evokes a Southern Italian dining experience with a unique sense of home comfort. Enjoy a variety of fresh pastas, wood-fired pizzas, antipasti, as well as fresh fish, prime meats and our signature tiramisu.We offer two patios for al fresco dining, a wood-burning pizza oven, a full service bar, and private dining spaces for your social or business gathering.Named after the restaurant's location right on the piazza of downtown Mill Valley, Piazza D'Angelo is an ode to Southern Italian trattorias - family owned, rustic neighborhood restaurants that serve fresh, unassuming, locally-sourced delicious food.Grazie!

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8. The Club Restaurant

4.6

Exceptional(611)

Price: Moderate

• American • San Rafael

Booked 1 time today

A highlight of The Club Restaurant is the top-notch food prepared by Chef Chris Harman, served in our spacious dining room-or garden terrace, ideal for business or family pleasure.Under the creative guidance of Food and Beverage Director, Erick Jensen the Club bustles everyday during lunch and dinner, with limited brunch being served Saturdays and Sundays. From small plates to full-course dinners, you'll be delighted with various menu selectionsand hospitality awaiting you. Indoor seating hosts 120 guests comfortably. Relax in the ambient glow of the fireplace during the fall and winter months. The Bar offers a wide variety of fine spirits, decadent wines, and local draft beers.The Terrace accommodates 100 guests for al fresco dining in a charming all weathered patio covering. Come by for lunch or dinner after a round of golf or before a night out at the Marin Symphony to be served by award winning staff.

9. Sakura Sushi

4.2

Awesome(29)

Price: Moderate

• Japanese • San Rafael

Weekday happy hour 5pm-6pm 1/2 off draft beer and large hot sake. You can find us in the same parking lot with the movie theater. On the first floor of the office building. Don't miss out because you can't find us. We are there!

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10. Barrel House Tavern

4.6

Exceptional(1254)

Price: Expensive

• Californian • Sausalito

Booked 9 times today

Barrel House offers a unique farm to table experience in downtown Sausalito which celebrates local seasonal ingredients and sustainability in a beautiful setting. Barrel House focuses on letting the ingredients shine. To this end, Barrel House supports local farmers and organic practices due to their amazing quality as well as being harvested at their peak of ripeness.Barrel House will feature barrel aged and classic cocktails. Its wine menu highlights California winemakers. Barrel House will have rotating local micro brews on tap as well as wines on tap. Additionally, we will be hand crafting our own sodas with seasonal fruits.Barrel House features furniture and woodwork that was handcrafted using reclaimed black walnut and curly maple trees. Every seat in the Barrel House has sweeping views of the Bay and an outdoor deck that sits right over the water.***Please note: Pets are not allowed in the dining room or patio.

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Gary
San Francisco Bay Area •21 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
We celebrate all our special occasions at Insalata, including using the banquet room for a major birthday party, bemuses of the total experience which includes the food, wait service and atmosphere of the restaurant. It's our favorite restaurant in Marin.
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Insalata'sPrice: Expensive• Mediterranean• San Anselmo
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4.7
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Linda
San Francisco Bay Area •29 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Our food was so delicious. We all had something different and tasted each other’s. From oysters to mussels to prime rib to beef bourgignon, the food was stupendous. The service was good and the general manager Kevin was great! We will be back. It was a lovely Christmas Eve.
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Left Bank LarkspurPrice: Moderate• French• Larkspur
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4.5
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Casey
San Francisco Bay Area •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
We had a wonderful waiter!!! He just made the whole experience so enjoyable. That feeling actually started st the front when we checked in. As always, Perry’s looked festive and beautiful. I took my 6 year old granddaughter and the crayons and coloring menu were a big hit.
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Perry's on MagnoliaPrice: Moderate• American• Larkspur
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4.6
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juliaVIP
San Francisco Bay Area •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Cozy Outdoor Dining with Excellent Food & Service We had a wonderful dinner here before a show at the Marin Civic, and I couldn’t have been more pleased with the experience. Although it was a busy night and we made a last-minute reservation, we were lucky enough to get a table on the patio. Despite it being December, the outdoor heaters made the space incredibly cozy and comfortable — we didn’t mind the chill at all. The atmosphere was perfect for a pre-show dinner, and the staff, as always, provided excellent service. The food was delicious, and we appreciated the consistent quality that this place is known for. I’d happily dine outdoors again, even on a chilly night, as the heaters and the ambiance made it more than pleasant. Highly recommend for a casual, yet quality dining experience!
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La Toscana RistorantePrice: Moderate• Italian• San Rafael
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4.7
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MarieVIP
San Francisco Bay Area •5 reviews
4.0
Dined on Dec 15, 2024
Charming neighborhood restaurant in Ross. Dan Baker’s food is absolutely outstanding, top notch! Love the patio during good weather…it’s the best one in Marin County!
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Marché RestaurantPrice: Expensive• Farm-to-table• Ross
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4.6

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19 restaurants available nearby

1. Insalata's

2. Perry's on Magnolia

3. Left Bank Larkspur

4. La Toscana Ristorante

5. Marché Restaurant

6. Paseo: A California Bistro

7. Piazza D'Angelo

8. The Club Restaurant

9. Sakura Sushi

10. Barrel House Tavern

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