Itinerary - Mill Valley, CA.

Planning to visit Mill Valley? Below is a curated list of recommended restaurants to consider during your stay.

As a fifth-generation resident of Mill Valley, I can confidently say I’ve put in my time and can recommend some of the best spots in town. Below is a list of my favorite breakfast, lunch, and dinner spots in Mill Valley—whether you're looking for a bite after a Dipsea Trail hike or a place to grab food before heading to SweetWater Music Hall for some late-night tunes. While the list could go on and on, these are my go-to spots whenever I’m in Mill Valley.

Breakfast:

• Equator Coffee

  • My go-to: almond milk cappuccino with their grain bowl—add avocado

  • They also have the best blueberry scone

  • Their waffles are amazing as well!

• The Depot

  • A must-visit if you want to enjoy breakfast outdoors in the heart of Mill Valley.

• Le Marais Bakery

  • The avocado croissant toast is a must-try.

• Shoreline Coffee Shop

  • Great hangover breakfast

• Flour Craft

  • All gluten free! They sell great pastries & loafs of bread as well

• New York Bagels

  • My favorite bagel spot in Marin.

• Juice Girl

  • The Hannah Banana smoothie is definitely my favorite. I always try to recreate it at home, but it never tastes as good as when I get it from there.

  • Acai bowls are great, along with their italian avocado toast.

• Madrona Bakery

  • Great pastries, wood-fired bread and coffee!

Lunch:

• Mill Valley Market

  • Casual, quick, and perfect for grabbing a bite on the go.

  • They have amazing sandwiches and it's truly one of my favorite grocery stores!

• Mamanettes

  • Need a quick spot for a killer chicken Caesar wrap? Mamanette’s is your new go-to place! A fan favorite in San Francisco, it’s now conveniently located in the heart of Mill Valley!

• Grilly’s

  • Try the chicken taco salad wrap - you will thank me later!!

• Sol Food

  • A must-try! If you go, make sure to get the Bistec Sandwich or their Pollo al Horno, along with a refreshing limonada fresca.

  • I love picking up sol food and driving up to Bo Ridge to enjoy the meal while watching one of the most breathtaking sunsets you'll ever see.

• Café Del Soul

  • Chipotle Sunrise is a staple, but I love the Curry Soul Good rice dish.

  • A great spot for a bite after a hike.

• Hook Fish

  • Their poke plate is always on my mind—it lives rent-free!

  • They also serve hard kombucha and beer.

• Playa

  • Upscale Mexican with strong margaritas.

  • Great tacos, but their homemade chips are unmatched. Pair them with the guacamole, and you’ll be in heaven!

  • It’s also a great option for dinner!

• Watershed

  • Their hangar steak salad and thick cut fries are my favorite!

  • Great for dinner as well!

Dinner:

• Buckeye

  • An upscale steakhouse, perfect for celebrations.

    • A must-try: their Oysters Bingo and S'mores Pie.

    • Personal favorites: ahi tuna salad, brick chicken, and Oysters Bingo.

• Bungalow 44

  • Definitely try their Hamachi Poppers and Kicking Fried Chicken!

    • Pro tip: Ask for all dark meat with the fried chicken!

• Piazza D’Angelo

  • The go-to restaurant for big family dinners.

    • My go-to is the Contadina with creamy tomato sauce. If I’m in the mood to be healthier, I skip the pasta and ask for extra chicken instead.

• La Ginestra

  • If you go, do me a favor and order the Ravioli Ginestra—a must-try!

• Tamalpie

  • A great spot to grab delicious pizza with kids.

• Harmony

  • Some of my favorite dim sum—everything’s organic, and you don’t feel gross after eating it.

• Tam Junction

  • A delicious pizzeria with a beer garden!

    The outdoor seating is great, with plenty of space for your kids to hang out and play!

• Corner Bar

  • An upscale bar with great food and drinks, ideal for light bites and cocktails.

    • Surprisingly, they also have one of the best burgers!

• Floodwater

  • A great spot for watching sports games.

Hope you enjoy, and let me know if you'd like more Marin recommendations!

xx

Lauren