Came here on a Wednesday at 5:30 PM with a reservation and had a great dinner overall. The interior is super cute and has a cozy, inviting vibe. We took advantage of the $1 oyster happy hour and ordered six. They were fresh, and I especially loved the mignonette. We also got the complimentary bread, truffle fries, Caesar salad, mac and cheese, fried chicken, and short ribs. The chicken is just okay. The mac and cheese and truffle fries were definitely the standouts. Our server seemed a little all over the place throughout the meal, but they were still friendly and made sure we were taken care of. Overall, the food and atmosphere made it a great experience, and I'd definitely come back. read more

Bungalow 44 - Osyters Truffle Fries Caesar - New American Near Me - Mill Valley, California

This place is just ok. The food is fine but they have a front-of-the-house problem. We had a rushed and hasty server who basically processes customers in and out the door. Plus a meal runner who had a terrible attitude and unpleasant manner. He wore the chip on his shoulder like a badge of honor. Outdoor seating is, in good weather, far superior to indoors. So consider this when making your reservation because you can't switch to outside. Fully booked. I'm not in any rush to come back. Not terrible. Not great. read more

Bungalow 44 continues to create tasty and creative drinks and dishes no matter what the season. Drinks - King Thai'd just right, spicy and not too sweet, lovely to start with a meal but also could double as dessert. My partners margarita was good as well. Enjoyed a glass of of the Walter Hansel Chardonnay which is more of a locals kind of wine and nice to see on the list. Food - we both have enjoyed the steak frites in the past and my partner did so as well last night, subbed out the arugula salad for Caesar and it was just right. My salmon with market succotash and corn puree was a lovely combination of what spring here has to offer. The pickled maitake mushrooms added the perfect amount of acid and umami to offset the richness and keep flavors fresh. Desserts - the sticky pudding and berries never disappoint. Ambiance - please do not ever change (much), we love dining here whether it's a casual meetup with friends or a special date night. The high top bar tables could use a sanding and re sealing but you can tell they are well loved by diners :) Service - Monday night, a few delays and missteps surprising as restaurant was not bustling. But the food is so good. read more

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Had an amazing meal here. It was a busy evening but I managed to get a seat at the bar and service was still attentive. I ordered the hamachi poppers, filet, and a dessert. Everything was perfect- great flavors and cooked just right. read more

Bungalow 44 - Hamachi Poppers - New American Near Me - Mill Valley, California

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Over the years, Bungalow 44 has become my favorite place in Mill Valley for a celebration meal -- which is funny, because when I first moved back to the area, it wasn't. Coming back to the Bay Area after living for years in a foodie town with innovative chefs like Renee Erickson and Rachel Yang and their stellar restaurants, Marin felt much quieter and smaller, and the food scene, too traditional. But consistency is an asset here, and Bungalow 44 delivers time after time. It ultimately won me over. It's now our go-to celebration spot. It's consistently good: good food, atmosphere, buzzy and celebratory on weekends, and has friendly, professional, timely service. We like coming occasionally during the week for oyster happy hour and we always reserve ahead to sit inside in the main room. Last night's meal: ahi starter, braised short rib, pork chop with wild mushrooms, good wines, and sticky pudding and a glass of tawny port were all spot on. Always delivers. read more

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First off, the service here was amazing! The staff was incredibly attentive and did a phenomenal job throughout our visit. I have celiac disease, and they were very knowledgeable about the gluten-free options. They even have a dedicated gluten free fryer for the fries, which made me feel so comfortable eating here. The vibe felt upscale yet still casual. It was raining, so we sat inside, but they also have cozy outdoor seating with fire pits that would be perfect for drinks with friends. Food-wise, the truffle fries (gluten free!) were fantastic and we loved the Cali-groni cocktail. The only downside was that the short ribs were a bit tough which is why I'm giving four stars instead of five. read more

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My lamb shank was was a good size portion, and the beer selection was very good, but bit pricy, which I guess is normal for restaurants like this. The steak frites was also very good, and I loved the seasoning on the sides. The service was great with friendly people who seemed more genuine and eclectic than most restaurants. read more

We had a lovely meal outside here on an unseasonably warm spring evening. My salad was delicious, and the cocktail was spot on. Although the service was slow due to a mistake in the kitchen, they made it up to us. Street parking was easy, and the close proximity to other entertainment venues downtown is perfect. I'd return! read more

One of our favorite restaurants now in Marin. Menu is awesome, food is delicious, atmosphere is excellent and if you're going to Sweetwater after it's even more perfect. Staff is very accommodating and ultimately it's that extra mile that makes every experience terrific. read more

Recently visited Bungalow 44 on a Thursday night. We got there in time to enjoy some of their happy hour oysters (Miyagi). We ordered a tray since there were a few of us. They were mostly good - but mediocre shucking. I'd rather pay more and have them served clean. We had a few cocktails while were there, and I found most of them pretty underwhelming. We shared them for tasting purposes, and I don't think any of us were overwhelmed. Not particularly creative (for the price) nor well executed. I will give a shout out for Irish Coffee though - that was among the best I have ever had - so keep that in mind. It is on the desert menu. Food was good. We tried a range of dishes, family style, so we could try a wider range of plates. We had cauliflower, hummus, fried chicken, and a few other dishes. Fortunately the food was better than the cocktails! Everyone enjoyed the food, but I think the fried chicken was the winner winner! Overall a pretty good experience! Sorry, only managed to get one photo - was too busy with the socializing! read more

Bungalow 44 - Cauliflower dish was enjoyed by all! Special praise for using the Romanesco! - New American Near Me - Mill Valley, California

When I seen they had $1 oysters for happy hour I had to make it a point to stop by while I was staying in Mill Valley! Also my favorite number is 44, deal was sealed! I sat at the bar and was immediately help by the bartender. I put my order for 6 oysters in while I checked out the menu. I had dinner planned elsewhere, I wanted to kill some time and hang out until then. Socializing at this bar with strangers was easy, everyone was so friendly and wanted to talk one another, I appreciate that! I met Barbra who said she goes every day and I witnessed dates, friends catching up, and men watching the game. It was a fun environment! They oysters were good. Mine didn't come with mignonette sauce, I had to ask the bartender for it. Unsure if that's normal or not. I also got a lesson in Oregon wine from the bartender so that was interesting. I left to dinner elated from meeting new friends, just like it should be! read more

Bungalow 44 - New American Near Me - Mill Valley, California

HORRIBLE DINNER Ordered bucket of chicken,mashed potatoes,spinach, corn bread,and a sundae. -Chicken, overcooked,dark brown,very dry meat -Potatoes, over salted-trash -Spinach,delicious Muffin/Ice cream,ok VERY Disappointing even when tried to salvage to make chicken salad the next day-$96.00 read more

B44 is the place to go in Mill Valley on a Monday for a quick happy hour because it's open and you can usually grab a seat at the bar, inside in a booth, or outside on their redone patio with heat lamps. There is a great bar inside with helpful tenders. There is an open kitchen so you can watch the chefs do their thing. The menu pretty much stays the same and has seasonal specials like a summer green gazpacho. Everything is tasty and while not original it's just fine. The hamachi poppers are like a twist on sushi. The Brussels are yummy. They definitely stepped up their service and expectations during quarantine and sold such awesome take out buckets, to go drink kits, and more. They don't really have much of a happy hour other than oysters for a buck, but still that's not nothing. On this visit, we had the kicken chicken, oysters, and salad. read more

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:Warm and welcoming staff :Cocktails were tantalizing :Decor, ambiance, delicious food, and the vibe made this a perfect setting for get-together. :Most of all, they serve the freshest and the best happy hour oysters we've eaten of all time! Unbelievable quality at a very happy hour price- OhhhMyyy! So Love this place!! read more

The filet mignon was cooked PERFECTLY. And Seasoned so well. The peppercorn sauce was good but glad it was served on the side bc the filet was so good on its own that I alternated bites with and without sauce. The mushrooms served with it were magical. Spinach was perfect. Overall really nicely balanced dish and so delicious. The hummus app was also so good. I thought it might have been a wasted opportunity in the appetizer section but my mom wanted it so we got it. I'm so glad we did! The hummus was interesting and pickled veggies were fantastic. Pita was not your ordinary pita. It's a huge portion. The butterscotch pudding was good but I wish it had no toffee or chocolate and a lot less whipped cream. I can't wait to come back here to try more things. So happy. read more

wow this edgy California cuisine restaurant , once I walk into this place I feel elegant , service right on point and the food was great. read more

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We have traveled every year for at least the past 5 years over 500 miles for the chicken dinner, never again! Chicken was just okay but the mashed potatoes appeared to be instant potatoes, the coleslaw was not even edible, (what was it??), the cornbread used to be a large moist piece with a honey butter, now a dried up small muffin and some sort of chili/honey sauce. Very disappointing! read more

Bungalow is always excellent. Always a superb experience. Great staff, great food, great meal prep. Always look forward to recommending and it's one of my favorite places to go with family. read more

We had a reservation for 7:30, arrived and were seated immediately at the counter as we had requested. It's been at least 3 years since we have dined here. We both ordered a cocktail and we were asked if we wanted still or sparkling water. I asked for sparkling water...I didn't ask, nor was it offered that we would be paying for a large bottle so that was slightly annoying. Plenty of restaurants offer in house sparkling water. We ordered the corn ribs. So incredibly delicious. Seriously. The quail was a VERY small portion. While I realize they are not chicken sized by any rate-we estimated there were probably 6-7 bites. Flavor was good. The salmon was also flavorful with a nice peppery arugula salad plus the starch. We shared the sticky toffee cake which was yummy. 3 cocktails, 2 dessert wines and it came to $220.00. Expected in Marin. Yes it was good, service was kind and prompt. I just have a hard time paying that much for a meal these days. read more

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This is my surprise meal of the year! This is an absolute 10/10. From the service, to the location to the food, all flawless. It mine and my wife's anniversary today and we just wanted to keep it simple. We wanted good food and a nice experience, we weren't after a Michelin star level experience. Well we found exactly that at Bungalow 44. As soon as we were greeted by our server Tony (who I highly recommend asking for), I knew we were in the right place. After ordering a dozen oysters (1$ each 5-6 PM!!) we let our server know that it was our anniversary and we wanted to take our time eating a drinking as much as we could. He was more than happy to facilitate that and also give great advice. Tony was one of the best servers I've had. He could have been straight out of French Laundry. Even taking the temperature outside into account for our orders. He guided us into some amazing starters like the Hamachi Poppers and the Crazy Corn. Both were grand slams. So good. We also tried the shrimp and grits and it stole the show. For entrees we tried the Filet and the Fried Chicken. As a southerner, fried chicken is gospel to me, and this is the best fried chicken I've had in the Bay Area. Not to mention the more than generous amounts of food. This is a true hidden gem. Even their mocktails were loved by my wife. And their cocktails even better by me. Hate I didn't take enough pictures but food was too good. Must try!! read more

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Family took a trip to Mill Valley for a Mother's Day weekend getaway. Our vacation spot was directly across the street from Bungalow 44 so we had to give it a try (also recommended by rental owner). Ambiance was amazing, low but sufficient lighting and though a bit fancier of a restaurant they had crayons and a menu activity for the kids (2 and 4) to keep them entertained while we decided what to eat. The staff was friendly and helpful, immediately being greeted and served water with an option of sparkling (added cost). We ordered veggies for the kids, which were healthy with a wonderful dipping sauce. To try some new things we ordered three entrees and split them. Burger, lamb shank, and short ribs were all amazing. Preference here was the lamb shank and burger, though the short ribs were only last due to the high quality of the others. We ended the meal with dessert, the ice cream and beignets went amazing together and the entire family had an enjoyable and very filling adventure to this recommended spot. read more

The food was incredible and manager found a way to get us seated without a reservation. Now, that's excellent service The atmosphere was second to none. read more

Phenomenal! One of our very favorite spots in Mill Valley to dine out. Good service, outstanding and creative cocktails and great food. It's a slam dunk! read more

The food was very tasty and the staff were very friendly. From 5 to 6 PM oysters are only $1 and they were incredibly delicious. I especially liked the oyster sauce. Overall, the atmosphere was great. Definitely recommend! read more

Bungalow 44 - Grilled salmon - New American Near Me - Mill Valley, California

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I had high hopes for carry out here. The carry out portion sizes I was told are much smaller than in the restaurant yet the prices are just as high. I ordered cauliflower as a main course for $18 and I only got 3-4 little pieces which didn't cut it for that price. Why would I eat in the restaurant when the carry out experience was so disappointing? The buns and cornbread were extremely dry on top of everything else. read more

Came here once in 2012. Food was good. Came back this week. Food was great! Can't wait to come back. Loved the vibe and the service. read more

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What an awesome dining experience! Amazing food, incredible service, everything was excellent! And huge kudos to Jordan behind the bar. What an incredibly kind person and so very personable. We can't wait to go back! read more

Came here just for oysters and they did not disappoint. We ordered a total of 84 oysters for a party of 4 and all of them were fresh. The flatbread we used as "chaser" for the oysters were also good. Staff were quick, attentive and polite. read more

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3.5 stars TL;DR - Great and friendly service from Zakery! Food was ok with some hits and misses. Clean bathroom, lively and busy atmosphere. Went on a Friday night at around 6:30p and though we did not have reservations our party of 3 was seated right away at a fire pit outside. Our waiter Zakery was super nice and even though it was busy would occasionally come and check on us, which was perfect bc me and my girlfriends were busy catching up after some time of not being together. What we ordered: Hamachi poppers - our favorite of the night, flavorful and the crispy rice cake added a nice crunch Roasted cauliflower - very tasty! Charred rainbow carrots - cooked right and the goat cheese gave it a nice tang Shrimp and grits - pretty good Kickin' fried chicken - least favorite as the chicken was very dry I also ordered a cocktail (fo shizzle mai swizzle) which was not bad. My 2 friends ordered mock tails. Overall, a solid experience with a great ambience for me and my friends to reconnect. read more

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Everything about this establishment was wonderful but the only reason I didn't give it 5 stars was because the food wasn't anything special. First- the venue is really pretty. Located in downtown Mill Valley, they have an outdoor tent lit up with sparkly twinkle lights and heat lamps scattered throughout for warmth and comfort. We were seated indoors in a smaller room away from the main dining room with a wood burning fireplace. Dark wood and leather made the room feel warm and inviting. The drinks were definitely a highlight. I love a good hand crafted cocktail and the drinks did not disappoint! I had the Blue Crush and the Fo Shizzle My Swizzle, both of which were delicious. The service was great, and the food all came out fresh and hot. But the food to me lacked that "Oooomph". Everything tasted good, but it wasn't amazing. I had high hopes for the hamachi poppers based on reviews but those were just ok. We also had the steak tartare, Brussels sprouts, barramundi, and the bucatini and everything was good but nothing special. I would go back for the drinks and the ambiance and maybe I'll try different dishes next time. But this is definitely a solid spot to try if you're in town! read more

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Excellent food and a great location in downtown Mill Valley that is conveniently dog friendly outside. Try the hamachi appetizer or the mushroom Mac and cheese! read more

This place was amazing. We had a celebratory meal here and every dish was absolutely stellar. The sunset from this restaurant was a great way to end the evening too. Definitely coming back!! read more

Kampachi poppers are wow The pork chop is amaze balls with the sauted cabbage and Brussels . There aren't a lot of bad options here - I've had most of them ! The above is most recent . read more

I had the best lamb shanks I've ever eaten in my life here. I've always had good food and incredible service at B44 - best burgers, scallops, fried chicken, but these lamb shanks last week were over-the-top phenomenal! A rich sauce with roasted interesting vegetables laced with a deep umami harissa spice that was spicy without overwhelming the succulent and tender lamb, falling off the bone. I'm sort of an Osso Buco (shanks) connoisseur. I've ordered it all over the world as a pet hobby of mine - kind of like Johnny Depp in "Once Upon A Time In Mexico" searching for the perfect Puerco Pibil. These were the best shanks in over 40 years of searching. Hands down. A beautiful restaurant too. read more

Fantastic meal. I went here today with my husband and his grandmother. I had the short ribs, he had the lamb, and she had the fried chicken. I would have licked my plate if it wasn't frowned upon in public. It's my new go-to meal for Bungalow 44. Finished with the chocolate mousse and sticky toffee pudding. The chocolate mouse was very good. The sticky toffee pudding was honestly one of the best desserts I've ever had. 10/10. read more

I've been half a dozen times, and there's always something to enjoy - and to vex. The team behind Bungalow 44 have an apparently insatiable appetite for opening restaurants in Mill Valley, and whilst I don't hold any of them in particularly high regard, a lovely commonality between all of the restaurants in the group, including Bungalow 44, is that they unfailingly recruit and, more importantly, *empower* talented bar staff. Service at the bars is always friendly, the pours are generous, and the cocktails are invariably a delight. This isn't happenstance: the ownership team either has real chops in this area, or delegates it to someone who does. And happily, unlike their other joints, Bungalow 44 has some dishes I've genuinely enjoyed eating. Perhaps the best example is the fried chicken - which is so-so, but elevated enormously by the phenomenal accompanying mashed potato. I sincerely consider it to be second only to Joël Robuchon's, anywhere in the world. Alas, the service here is turgid. During one visit, a member of our party ordered a medium rare steak, only to be served a dense brick of seemingly roasted beef. When he politely showed the waitress and reminded her that he had ordered it medium rare, she - in front of six other people at the table - flatly told him that he was mistaken, and that he had asked for it to be well done. After some back and forth (during which everyone else at the table was exchanging puzzled looks at the open hostility on display), she returned with a better attempt, and threw in a sarcastic jibe for good measure. Not for the first time at a restaurant in the Playa/Buckeye Roadhouse/Corner Bar/Bungalow 44 quadrifecta, I had to be talked out of simply leaving immediately. On another visit, I was served bone marrow without the marrow: a solid piece of bone, overcooked to the point of being impenetrable: the medullary cavity as solid as the bone surrounding it, where instead there ought to be gelatinous oozing marrow. Despite the inarguable evidence in front of her, a waitress squinted at my plate and wondered aloud how she would know if I had simply eaten the marrow, before reluctantly bringing me something Fergus Henderson would recognize as bone marrow. It's so strange. Each time I've been, without fail, I've encountered a member of staff who says something oddly sharp to our party, or their colleague, or another patron. And then each time I've had a good drink, and some decent food, and almost - but not quite - forgotten about the hostility. All of which is a shame, because there are signs of something worthwhile here: the new patio area is much improved, there's a coherence of brand and menu and ambience not seen at other outposts from the same team, and the dishes occasionally impress. Maybe Bungalow 45 or 46 will be the one? read more

Wow , just wow , everything is what you need for your dining experience , service was up to standard that all customers will expect , thumb up read more

Bungalow 44 - Chuck was amazing , great hospitality - New American Near Me - Mill Valley, California

Still Amazing After All These Years! It had been years since I last visited Bungalow 44, and I'm happy to say it's still as great as ever! The food is excellent, the service is top-notch, and the atmosphere has such a great vibe--warm, lively, and welcoming. Whether you're stopping by for a casual night out or a special occasion, this place never disappoints. So glad I came back, and I won't wait so long for my next visit! read more

My wife and I dined at Bungalow 44 on Monday, September 8, 2025. Our review of this restaurant is a mixed bag of great and disappointing. On the great side, we received excellent service from the maitre d and bar employees. The maitre d was able to seat us on time and changed upon our request, our seating from indoor to the patio. On the disappointing side, we received poor service from our server and the meal (short rib) I ordered was very bland. Our server, a young female with dark hair never introduced herself and was less than helpful when we requested assistance with my wife allergies. The maitre d was the person who took the time with us and helped my wife to make a safe decision regarding her order. Given an almost equal amount of the good and the bad, I rated this restaurant only three stars. read more

Bungalow 44 - Short Rib - New American Near Me - Mill Valley, California

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What a gem. Bungalow 44 is so cute! Maybe it's the Christmas decorations. The outdoor seating is warming and actually warm with all the heat lamps. I love it. The food was good. My friends order 3 appetizers and 5 entrees for 4 people. My favorite was the hamachi poppers. Wooooahhh I can have an order myself. Well each order comes with only 3. Haha! It burst with flavors and texture. I just love it. My favorite item eaten at the restaurant. I really like the mushroom gnocchi. Normally I'm not a huge fan. The cocktails were good too. I really like the well-rested. Refreshing and not too sweet. Service was a bit slow but they were nice. Will definitely come back when in Marin. read more

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