Posts Tagged ‘Marin Restaurants’
Sweetlife Bakery & Café just opened a couple weeks ago in San Anselmo and it’s a fun place to have a casual lunch or dinner. Their pastries are super yummy and the kids will love the pizza. We went for lunch the other day and it was very busy, the food was very good, and the service was excellent. I love the light and bright design of the restaurant, and they have large windows that allow you to peak in and see the fresh breads and pastries being made. Looking through the glass is like getting a behind the scenes peek at Willy Wonka’s factory, without the Oompa Loompas…our kids loved it. They also have a parking lot and there is also a lot of street parking out front, a rarity in downtown San Anselmo. We look forward to many more yummy meals there.
Sweetlife Bakery & Café. 101 San Anselmo Avenue San Anselmo, CA 94960-2800. Phone: 415-456-4580 www.sweetlifebakerycafe.com
Stopped by Ponsford’s Place on Shaver Street in San Rafael for their Wednesday pizza night this week, where they had live music and super tasty and healthy pizza. They also make yummy breads and treats. The menu changes daily and they have cooking classes as well. More info at www.ponsfordsplace.com.
I can’t believe I haven’t written about the Half Day Cafe in Kentfield before. The Half Day Cafe is one of my absolute favorite spots to meet friends for breakfast, lunch or brunch. Half Day is located on College Avenue just across the street from the College of Marin. It has been a Marin County staple for more than 20 years. The restaurant is tucked into a charming brick building built in the 1930′s. It was originally the Kentfield Garage. Half Day is bright and cheery with tall ceilings and huge windows. On a warm, sunny day, it has a great outdoor patio for leisurely dining.
I have never had anything I didn’t like on the menu. Half Day Cafe has phenomenal omelettes, huevos rancheros, and french toast for breakfast. Most of the breakfast options come with a choice of homemade pastry- their scones, cinnamon rolls and muffins are to die for! For lunch, there are many options. I typically go the lunch omelette route unless I am craving a burger and fries. My lunch companions often enjoy delicious homemade soups and tasty salads. Everything on the menu is fresh. The service is always good, and they happily oblige my coffee addiction with frequent refills. This restaurant is tops for me in terms of service and menu.
- Where: The Half Day Cafe
- Address: 848 College Avenue, Kentfield, CA 94904
- What: Breakfast, Lunch & Brunch
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Looking for a great burger and fries in Marin? Fifi’s Diner in Greenbrae’s Bon Air Shopping Center is a great little find. The tiny restaurant is located near Peet’s Coffee and Mollie Stones in the Bon Air Shopping Center. I first started going there for frozen yogurt but soon found that it is a great spot for a burgers, chicken and even a great caesar salad. I have been told breakfast is excellent too.
The atmosphere is very casual and kid friendly. Seating inside is limited but there are ample tables and chairs outside- a great spot for lunch on a sunny day in Greenbrae! This is definitely a great neighborhood spot in Marin for casual fare.
This isn’t a healthy stop (more of a greasy spoon type place), but it sure tastes good!
Try it out:
Fifi’s Diner
284 Bon Air Shopping Center
Greenbrae, California
415-461-3247