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    FairFix Cafe

    3.8 (170 reviews)
    Open 7:00 am - 7:00 pm

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    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Dogs allowed
    Good for working

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    Ashley C.

    The flavor of the food was good however it was very hard to eat. I got the half chicken gyro and a side of soup. The gyro was very awkward and hard to form into a wrap. I would like to come back to try something else. As of right now this was just okay for me.

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    Ed U.

    After tackling a fairly ambitious hike (at least for me) at Tomales Point (22,000+ FitBit steps...impressive no?), I was driving back on Sir Francis Drake Blvd feeling quite famished. I really had no destination in mind, but I noticed Fairfax had a lot of options in one concentrated area. Besides, there was a convenient parking lot which I could enter and exit quite easily. It didn't take me long to decide on this casual Mediterranean cafe. As I look at their website now, it appears they've done some renovation work, expanded their menu, and changed their name to Lord Fairfix Cafe & Tap. I noticed they still offered what I had, the $17.95 Mediterranean Plate though mine was two dollars cheaper. It was a mighty full plate with all the standard components - falafel balls, hummus, tabouli, dolmas, feta cheese, tzatziki, toasted pita wedges as well as a small salad of romaine, tomato slices, peperoncini and red onions. I had no complaints about the quantity, and I found it pretty fresh (photo: https://bit.ly/3D6V6d2). I just thought the service was pretty curt and selective. The owner appeared to favor regulars, but the speaking for the rest of us, I felt like I was in a chow line at state prison. Not that I know that feeling firsthand. Maybe I smelled of tule elk poo from the hike. Oh well, maybe I'll try Lord Fairfix if I pass by town again. Hopefully I'll feel more welcome then. FOOD - 4 stars...pretty full plate of expected delectables AMBIANCE - 3 stars...pretty bare bones when I was there SERVICE - 2.5 stars...not feeling the love TOTAL - 3 stars...a middling experience even though the food was good enough RELATED - Exploring north of San Francisco? Here's a collection of places I've visited and reviewed: http://bit.ly/2tIHlkV

    Garcia Sandwich  5. Jerry Garcia Sandwich 5 My new favorite!

    I had the jerry Garcia sandwich with chicken, bacon, avocado and onion. The bread fresh and crunchy, full of fresh ingredients and very filling. Definitely my new favorite sandwich of Fairfax! Service very nice and fast, ambiance beautiful and fresh. Definitely coming more often!

    Nicolas M.

    My friend and I wanted to go out for breakfast somewhere with a nice indoor-outdoor setup. We settled on the beautiful and very dry back patio of Fairfix! What a lovely spot. The falafel wrap was loaded and very tasty. My cappuccino was high quality. There are so many items on this menu which look incredible! Will definitely come back to use the wifi and eat soon. The staff was great! Really friendly and welcoming.

    Sha G.

    I stopped at Fairfix Cafe before heading out to Point Reyes. Before a hike, I need a big breakfast sandwich. The restaurant was quiet compared to the other breakfast spots but that didn't scare me. The sandwiches were good, but nothing to brag about with the price point. I liked the casual picnic tables out front to eat. Maybe I should have ordered something else. I would give it another shot.

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    Good coffee, good location, outdoor seating is really nice. And the staff is great too

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    the restaurants is very clean and the food it is made freshly. The chicken sandwich and the Mediterranean plate are my favorite!

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    Love the lunch choices, the service, and chatting with a friend outside and laughing out loud!

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    Love. One of the best cafes in Marin. My favorite is the grilled chicken sandwich on focaccia bread. Also love the avocado salad.

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