Neighborhood gem!…read more Lovely small business downtown. Parking can be tricky but it's worth it. The premade bento boxes, sushi, and onigiri are worth coming before lunchtime to ensure you get the tastiest most popular picks but if you cannot manage it, afternoon options are still worth it. The little store also has your favorite Japanese beverages, snacks, ice creams, and mochi. The shelves have a variety of ramen which my husband of course has to pick his favorites and some new to him options. He picked a wafer filled green tea ice cream that I wanted to taste but accidentally ate the entire thing so we I'll be back. Oh completely random - they have kimchi. I buy the white one here (we already have the red one and cucumber and radish plant ones at home) I love this store for their bentos, onigiri, mochi, and getting Asian grocery items I use for everyday meals. Check it out!

So happy I found this spot in downtown San Rafael! Their onigiri and hand rolls are only $4-5, and…read morethey've also got bento boxes and sandwiches for $6-12--great prices for all the options. I got the tuna hand roll and salmon onigiri, and the rice-to-fish ratio was perfect. The shop is clean & easy to find. Definitely coming back for more snacks and hand rolls!

I've wandered into many olive oil and balsamic places, but somehow this one was far more welcoming…read moreand enthusiastic. They got me to try so many different things. I especially loves the sparkling water with flavored balsamic two bottle combination, which they obviously sell a lot of. It was quite reasonable, and really does make a nice non-alcoholic treat. They have four different size bottle to fill and take home, including the largest marked "don't judge me." But really, it was the happy feeling that the employees had, which got The Wife and I interested in trying so many things. They had their favorites, and were excited to share with us.

I'd walked past for years, but when friends came for So Cal and asked if I knew anyplace that might…read moresell an excellent hot pepper olive oil, I took them here. It lived up to the great reviews and more. My friends bought two bottles of olive oil and took photos of the menu so they could order more. I had my dog along and the owner brought a sample of the most delicious white balsamic vinegar for me to try. I bought a bottle of it and will be back for one to send to my friend. He said he often has people with dogs and is happy to bring samples to the door. The store looks beautiful and my friends loved looking around and learning about his business. I will be back.

I don't know why I gave 4 stars previously. Definitely deserves 5 stars. Great local market!read more

This is a gem of a neighborhood market. They're deli section is amazing and their sandwiches are…read morethe best in san raffel. Their homemade cookies are also amazing. And their wine section, it's pretty decent.

It feels like you're being treated to a brilliant, home cooked gourmet meal. Le Comptoir is a truly…read moreauthentic French restaurant. We love to order the tasting menu which includes appetizers main courses and dessert. Each time we are delighted by rich, perfectly balanced flavors, charming service and delicious wine pairings. The atmosphere is elegant and modern. It's a wonderful place for a romantic dinner or a family and friends night out.

Just making sure people are aware of the pricing practices here…read more Long story short - they don't tell you until the bill at the end which is over priced.

im one of those freaks who buys sliced cheese and then pairs it with weird things like beef jerky…read more Their mozzarella is pretty solid and goes quite well with carne secca! Next on the list is the brie, camembert and bleu. They also carry a line of many other producers of fromage so you can definitely die of cholesterol/fat intake here :)

This place is amazing!!! You can picnic, order food and taste cheese. The girls at the cheese area…read morewe're amazingly sweet & very accommodating. I was so happy when I left. I will be back!!! Not expensive at all.....brie, truffle brie and a fig jam spread ohh and a cooler bag to keep my stuff on point lol. 27.00!!! YEEEEEEEEEeEEE!!!!! hahahaha I love it there.

I love coming here after eating at Sol. If I didn't come to eat at Sol on a Sunday to have their…read morespecial with pernil and a pastel, then I come over to their bodega to buy half a dozen frozen Pasteles. I love getting these, they remind me of my childhood family reunions, and these are so delicious with rice and beans.

Efficient, delicious, friendly and full of fun stuff is how I would describe Sol Food's La Bodega…read more Instead of heading into a long wait and line at the main location, try getting a to go order here. You can even take it to the old back patio up the street and down the alley where they have seating and some basic facilitation like trash and sometimes water. There are menus up front in a basket right by the doors if you don't know what you want. Specials are posted up on cars in several areas. I really appreciate the speed they get well cooked food out once you place an order (remember that other people have placed orders over the phone and may seem like they are getting food faster than you). I get chicken in about 10 minutes since they have a lot of people on hand to handle each step of the process of cooking and boxing the meal. The staff up front have always been friendly (or not there long). Sodas and other drinks available cold, along with t-shirts, magnets, drums and a ton of other cool stuff on the racks to the side and everywhere else. Check out my Sol Food review for what the food is like (exact same as the restaurant). Head over to La Bodega if you don't want to wait for that delicious Puerto Rican fare, and donate to recovery efforts while you are at it.

Excellent food. Excellent and fast service. They build the…read morebowls right in front of you. I love that they have their gluten free options very clearly labeled on the menu and that they had 2 gluten free sauces. I chose both. This was some really good poke!

A regular lunch stop on a busy teaching day, when I make my way to TL High School from College of…read moreMarin. Very Japanese way of ordering - when you walk in, you can try the self-service touch screen ordering system (although it was having software issues when I tried it), or fill out the paper slip with your desired options with a provided pen. Then you hand your order slip to the cashier and pay. A lot like a ramen joint in Shibuya... The poke is wonderful (photo below) - generous portions means a very filling lunch. Service is polite and friendly (for me, at least, I see the other reviews...perhaps it's a "reserved Asian" thing). For me it's a go to if I'm in the mood for a big lunch.

A great store with all kinds of toys, decor, candy/treats, school supplies, make-up / beauty etc…read more They're always stocking with new things too so it's a fun place to explore. The store is super clean and there is lots of parking. Restrooms are clean too. I'm happy Marin has a Five Below, as the dollar tree is no longer a dollar, and sometimes can cost $5 or upwards...so I'd rather go to a Five Below as the quality is often better.

Went in for the first time with my preteen. What a fun store! We were welcomed immediately as we…read morewalked in. The store was super clean and had great inventory. Loved the international treats! Sadly no squishy dumplings but we did manage to find some other fun items. Big shout out to Sherry at the register! She was friendly, helpful and a great representative for this store! We will be coming back regularly!

I was amazed and truly loved this local Spicery with the unique tea and spices options…read more The staff is amazing. The prices are a bit higher than the market, but at the same time it is a special tea options from green tea till herbal tea with some flowers that makes it blue in the cup! There are good options for a gift or a present for a special occasion. Parking is limited and only street parking is available in front. But if you park near by you will have an opportunity to walk around the area, which is itself a nice experience.

Visiting family near this waterfront gem recently, I discovered the most amazing spices! There are…read moreso many uniquely blended spices to choose from here. Upon walking in, the woman at the counter was friendly and helpful in asking how she could help find the exact one I was looking for that day. My Mom accompanying me, she ended up guessing which one too, the Baker's Cinnamon. The shop has such a comforting, welcoming vibe too no matter what spice you're looking for or are curious about. This should be Marin's go to spice shop no doubt.

OK, this must be Terra Lindas hidden gem, who knew the hidden between the structures of Northgate…read moreMall is this oasis! A completely outdoor venue where the staff works out of a series of cargo containers is a very cool concept. I went here today because Samantha from Club Pilates a neighbor nearby had a Pilates and pints event ! I'm so happy she organized this and I'm pleased with myself I showed up. After our outdoor workout next-door on the Astroturf, we were invited to appetizers! I looked over the menu, which had some wonderful pint choices from all around the region, but I ended up choosing the rosé slushy ! Yes, it's an adult icee and it's superb ! Never pretty good variety of items on their menu their wedge fries come with an chipotle, awesome dish dipping sauce and the hummus and the olives, especially on the Mediterranean platter were outstanding! Super Duper bonus you can bring your pups along so maybe the next one should be a pups and pints ! Also live music you can check their website for the calendar. I am so grateful to Samantha for turning me and some fellow Pilates practitioners to this lovely laid-back libation station !

DannFest 2024 brought me here and what a fun little local venue…read more Food was tasty. Beer options were sufficient. Service friendly. Fun little spot in the Northgate Mall.