Very traditional authentic Italian bakery and coffee house. From their apple crostata to their…read morepanettone (fruit cakes). They have a variety of pastries and desserts. All made in house and some that are imported. We love their true espresso(s) and Americano that are just fabulous. This is a very local spot in Larkspur which is a quant and very Europe inspired businesses. Our wives loved it of course. There are plenty of places to eat and drink at a cafe. We were lucky it was a very nice and warm day. Enjoy!

Came in for coffee and pastry on a lovely morning. We sat outside, very pleasant…read more A few things could be improved: 1. The tables are not cleaned thoroughly or regularly. There are sticky residues and crumbs. You have to clean that yourself. 2. Most pastries are good. However the croissant is not. It is sticky on top, too crusty, and not buttery enough inside. It tastes cheap. Rulli's, you are an Italian pastry shop, not French. If you cannot make a good croissant, do not make it. Keep up the good job with Italian style pastry though. Merci beaucoup . Grazie.

Le Marais Cafe is one of the few spots in my regular rotation because it consistently hits every…read moremark. The Castro location is beautiful with its clean, ocean-blue French decor and relaxing, cozy vibe. It is always busy on the weekend, but the quality makes it worth the wait. Everything I have tried there is top-notch, from the perfect croissants and lattes to the savory mushroom crepes, French onion soup, and grilled tuna sandwich. The Larkspur location in the Marin Country Mart has a slightly different, less urban feel that I really enjoy. It feels a bit more intimate, cozy and has a much bigger outside seating area. It seems to have an even wider selection of great entrees. Whether you are grabbing a quick salad or sitting down for a full meal, both locations offer an authentic French experience that is hard to beat. Highly recommended.

It was so cold and damp on Saturday and I was driving north from SFO craving a warm beverage. Marin…read moreCountry Mart and Le Marais Bakery to the rescue. The long line was a good sign. As I waited inside I admired their beautiful decor (especially that green wall!), and peeped all the equally-beautiful pastries on display. Oh la la! It took all my post-Thanksgiving self-control to resist a sweet treat (next time!). I satisfied my craving with a hot latte. I ordered and paid at the counter/register and was greeted with a lovely French accent. I assumed that my order would take awhile given the bustling crowd inside and outside. But it was ready within minutes - a hot, smooth latte hit the spot and powered me for the remaining drive north. Le Marais is easy to find at the far end of the Marin Country Mart - abundant parking is all around. Before I got back in the car, I took a quick walk through the shopping center. A must-stop if you're in the area, whether you need to shop, to eat, or to simply grab a drink. So charming and can't wait to return!

I have been stopping by Rustic Bakery the last couple of mornings for coffee and a pastry, and it…read morehas been a solid choice. The place is clean, with plenty of seating both inside and outside, and there is a large selection of pastries, scones, breads, and grab-and-go items. My go-to has been the ham and cheese croissant, which was fresh both mornings. The coffee was also nice and hot, which I always appreciate. The staff is professional and efficient, though clearly busy, so do not expect a lot of chit-chat. I also picked up a box of Cheese Coins, which turned out to be dangerous because I loved them and ate the whole box. Good coffee, fresh pastries, easy seating, and enough tempting extras to make you buy more than you planned. I will probably stop by again tomorrow morning before leaving the area.

Came by on a Sunday around 11 for a quick bite and got the breakfast burrito. The burrito by itself…read morewas quite small, a bit bland, dry and overall just plain. It could have used a lot more filling. I did appreciate the salsa on the side that it came with, which was tomato-y, garlicky, and overall very flavorful. It took around half an hour for me and 4 of my friends to get our orders, which was frustrating because we were on the go. Definitely a very busy spot! The place is a grab-and-go establishment where you order at the cashier and grab your food once ready (or they'll bring it out to you if dining in). I loved the outdoor seating on a sunny day but all the tables were unfortunately taken when we were there. The inside also has a couple of seats and refreshing cucumber water was offered.

Well needed bakery in MV Breads great had a sandwich also…read morevery good Definitely be back

Super cute bakery spot! My friends got cappuccinos and were very pleased. We also shared a slice of…read morebanana bread which I appreciated was more banana flavored than sugary - a tad bit dry but maybe that's the style. My matcha was okay... it was made wrong at first, with regular milk instead of almond. I went up to get it fixed and the guy (today) who was fixing my order looked very irritated (maybe he was having a bad day?) because I asked him to fix it and irritated even when I went back and asked if the drink on the counter was my remake. He was clearly not happy to be there.... Bad customer experience there! Would be willing to try it out again because the pastries were good - hopefully I get a different barista :) my matcha remake was okay.

The Pain Suisse is delicious. The best pastry in Marin County, hands down. Formidable!read more

So many choices on this inspired menu! I finally chose the Deux Saumons gluten-free buckwheat crepe…read morewith spinach in the folded-over crepe--fun surprise, dill, and créme. One companion raved about her French onion soup and affogato for desert. Another companion enjoyed the thick French toast and fruit. Another raved about the Croque Monsieur--that it was the best he's ever had! It's a sandwich of ham, aged comté cheese, gruyère, and béchamel. We dined outside, which was lovely. The atmosphere was calm. Service was attentive and pleasant. Everyone commented that we'd go again to try other things.

Susie Cakes is always such a treat. Either DoorDash or walk-in. The staff is always super nice and…read morethe location is clean and has that retro tech vibe which I love. To my surprise, the flourless chocolate has become my favorite! It's like a fudge cupcake!

Super nice staff!…read more Redeemed my free birthday cake slice here and it was delicious as usual. Cute interior and moist sweet celebration cake and they even offered a complimentary marble cake slice which was very tasty. Location is in a plaza and next to Gott's where you can get lunch or dinner then come here for dessert!

Adorable shop and selection of treats, snacks, and cookies. Mostly known for their selection of…read moreMacaroons, toffee candy, and small portion desserts that makes a powerful statement after a perfect dinner.

We stopped in right before closing as I'd been to their San Ramon location…read more Unfortunately while I enjoyed the candies, I got sticker shock when it turned out our three small bags of candy had an almost a $30 price tag. Yes they were delicious, but all the prices were blacked out on the bottom and after being run up the register suggested I leave an extremely high tip. I personally don't think telling customers they have one minute to buy something then telling other customers they can't come in because you're closed really warrants a 20%+ tip. The shop door could have simply been closed and the sign turned to let everyone finish browsing and let potential customers outside know you are closed in a polite and professional way, so this was our first and absolutely final visit to this location of Miette as we will not be coming back.

Last weekend I celebrated my nephew's birthday in the City with his friends and our family, and…read moreJane's cupcakes were such a special extra treat! Custom made according to dietary restrictions, the chocolate one was unlike anything I've ever tasted! Not too sweet and SO fresh. And it was seamless to arrange to have them delivered to the birthday party location. It's wonderful to have both a considerate and gourmet style dessert service option per se for even our little ones that require it!

Pass. Kids and I are huge chocolate fans so we ordered three chocolate items. The chocolate magic…read morecake was dry. The chocolate chocolate cookie looked like charcoal and didn't taste much better than charcoal. The brownie was probably the best out of the three but was still mediocre. It was fudgy but had a dark chocolate flavor profile.

Authentic Croque Monsieur -- one of the best I've had in the States (just oversized!)…read more Stopped by Le Marais Bakery (Buvette du Marais) at Marin Country Mart in Larkspur for a sunny outdoor lunch. Ordered the Croque Monsieur with side salad and a Maison Perrier sparkling water. This is a proper French-style Croque Monsieur executed beautifully. House-made pain de mie toasted to golden perfection with crisp edges, quality ham, plenty of melted aged Comté and Gruyère, and a light touch of béchamel that binds everything without any heavy, saucy overload (I didn't even spot a thick layer in the cross-section, but the rich, nutty flavor came through perfectly). It arrived piping hot, which made all the difference -- gooey cheese and satisfying crunch throughout. Flavor-wise, it tasted more authentic than most versions I've tried elsewhere in the U.S.: balanced, comforting, and not greasy at all. The simple mixed greens salad on the side kept it fresh and prevented it from feeling too rich. Paired with the crisp sparkling water, it was an ideal light-but-satisfying lunch. The only non-authentic thing? The size -- I've never seen a Croque Monsieur this large! It's generous (in true California fashion), but everything held up well without getting soggy or overwhelming. The outdoor setting is pleasant -- brick pavement, dappled sunlight, relaxed vibe. Their bread and pastries clearly shine here, and this savory dish holds its own. Highly recommend if you're craving a genuine French bistro classic in Marin. I'll definitely be back -- probably for one of their famous croissants or a crêpe next time.

The good: The moules were excellent - tasty and in a well-flavored milky broth. My wife's branzino…read morewas very good - nicely cooked with crispy skin. The bad: A real galette is paper-thin and most of it is crispy. The Deux Saumones galette was thick enough to be spongy and it was only une saumone. The menu said "wild & smoked" salmon but it only had smoked, and a monochrome flavor. The only authentic French part was the waiter's attitude when I asked. He just said there was only smoked today, and of course no apology, let alone a warning when I ordered. The chocolate crepe likewise had no pretense of crispness, and the valrhona chocolate was wasted on it. It was excellent chocolate too, as we discovered only when we scraped it off and ate it separately. But on the crepe we couldn't tell.

Excellent bakery café! Great food great service nice…read moreambience. I like the avocado toast. It's nice and thick with a lot of olive oil. Add a couple buttery, scrambled eggs and you are complete. Now to top it off, have yourself a lovely pastry. Oh yes, and I'm anxiously awaiting the new one to open on fourth Street in San Rafael - and you should be too!!!

MH Bread and Butter continues to be a solid bakery and casual brunch/lunch stop (before 3 pm) in…read moreMarin. The bread and baked goods are excellent, and the breakfast offerings and salads are fresh. It is an easy, reliable choice for a fast casual cafe meal. A new location is planned for 4th Street in San Rafael. The bakery changed ownership in 2021, and while quality remains high, it no longer feels as special as it once did when ex-Tartine alums established the cafe. The menu stayed the same, the dining space is a bit more worn, and bathrooms could use more frequent attention. Service is friendly, but can be slow. I still enjoy stopping in, particularly on a sunny day to enjoy the outdoor space, but things haven't felt quite as special since the original owners moved on.