Best Restaurants for Foodies in San Rafael

We eat here all the time both for lunch and dinner and it is always superb! We have eaten here for 25+ years and I’ve never had a bad meal. The service is always wonderful. It’s like coming home even if you get it to go it’s absolutely amazing. You cannot go wrong.

The separate bar located across a brick enclosed pathway was quaint and the drinks were done well. The reservation was right on time and service was really nice. Our waitress was a gem, and checked in just enough. The meals (4) total, were all as ordered, came out nicely timed (following starters and salads/soups), and prepared/plated well. Definitely a spot to recommend and return to.

We enjoy 2-3 special meals per year at Valenti. Service and food is always spectacular!  Great wine list.

Ditas has a nice view of the city, unfortunately our group got sick from their oysters.

I was a little surprised at the clam chowder, which is shellfish in a broth, not the creamy kind I am used to. It was good, but it is a lot of work to separate the clams from their shells, dispose of the shells, then dig out the clams from withinthe broth. Interesting experience! The shrimp risotto was excellent, the Dry Creek Sauvignon Blanc accompanied it well, and to finish, the affogato was really nice. Mency was attentive and professional. And we had a perfect table, in the corner overlooking the water. The weather was drizzly and foggy, which the restaurant can't control (I'm sure they wish they could), so I'll try to be back when I can enjoy the view.