Service was great. Employees were really nice and funny. Food was amazing. Brownies dessert 10/10…read more Vibe is great. Would definitely come back! ‍‍

We sat outside on the sidewalk. It was nice but occasionally noisy. A large group of people walked…read moreby talking very loudly. I ordered the orecchiette made with ground feel and prosciutto with a creamy tomato sauce. I loved it. It was very, very tasty. It came with the Davide salad. The salad had walnuts, greens, feta cheese, golden raisins, and a vinaigrette dressing. It also was very very tasty. My friend had veal served with vegetables and pasta. She said it was delicious but the veggies were a little on the cool side. The staff was friendly.

LOVE this place!! My husband doesn't like pizza and even he loves it! First of all the dough is…read moredelicious. Then they put wonderful ingredients on it - the most delicious cheeses and meats. The ambience is great... I want their playlist!!! We come as a family with my loud kids pretty early, but I think it would be a cute date spot too. They have good drinks. Don't forget the gelato!!! Oh and service always welcoming and kind

I had a pleasant experience at Hot Italian in downtown San Rafael. My husband and I came in on a…read moreFriday night, and even though it started to get a little busy as the evening went on, we were seated right away, which was a nice. We ordered the Caesar salad and it was absolutely delicious, definitely something I would recommend with fresh cracked pepper YUM. We also tried an arugula based pizza, which was fresh, flavorful, and really well done. We enjoyed the meatballs as an app too. Overall, the food and service were both very good, and the atmosphere was chill without being overwhelming. We look forward to coming back again soon.

It's been a minute since we visited our neighborhood Italian favorite, La Toscana…read more It was a busy Thursday night, but luckily we made a reservation. Highly recommend a reservation. Juan S. was our server for the night. Very knowable about the menu and the dishes. We started with a classic Caesar salad that we shared. It was plenty enough for us. I ordered the Petrale Sole special and my husband had the Pollo Pomodoro with vodka tomato sauce. Both were excellent choices. The fish was fresh and perfectly cooked, as were the mixed veggies. My husband loved the pasta as well. For 2 entrees, 2 glasses of wine, 1 Caesar salad, 1 bruschetta and a cannoli for later, our bill was $152, before tip. Well worth it.

First I'd like to start off by saying, we made dinner reservations an hour and a half in advance…read morefor 8 pm on a Friday night and showed up to the restaurant at our reservation time, where we were forced to wait an extra 15 min because our table still wasn't ready-- which we would normally understand and be fine with, but we witnessed a walk-in customer come in and get seated before us. After we were finally seated and put in our order for drinks, appetizers and main dishes, we waited quite a long time to get our food served. Quality-- not sure if we ordered the wrong things or went in on an off night, but for some reason everything we ordered was underwhelming and lackluster, from the: -drinks (cucumber mojito and strawberry balsamic mocktails) -bruschetta was average -meatballs were sort of flavorless -spinach ravioli with pesto was bland -parpadelle was also bland and portion was oddly small Overall, the food and service was unsatisfactory for the price we paid for the bill. We were excited to come here to celebrate our anniversary and left the restaurant feeling super unfulfilled with our meals. Safe to say we won't be coming back to this establishment, nor will we be suggesting this restaurant to friends and family.

We came here for our anniversary and had such a great experience! The service was fast, our drinks…read morewere delicious, and the food was absolutely exquisite. It was our first time visiting, and we were really impressed by how prompt and attentive our server was throughout the meal. The desserts were definitely the highlight for me--the tiramisu was incredible, made in-house, and so good we had to take one to go! We'll definitely be back.

They catered our wedding for about 100 people and we couldn't have asked for better service! The…read morefood and pasta was made ON SITE and they provided all the service, plates and needs we could have asked for to make one happy bride/ groom. Everyone was well fed, with options for all dietary needs. We went back for a nice dine in experience and everything was delicious. I'd recommend the red wine Halibut, butternut squash or the chicken parm. Well done to this restaurant for making authentic Italian, great services and great cost. Blessings, Mr. And Mrs Santos We love you!

I love the food here especially their eggplant parmesan. I ran out of the house today with no…read morebreakfast or lunch. All I could think about while traveling home, was my fav dish (eggplant parmesan). Oh happy day, Gaspare's in San Rafael is now OPEN FOR LUNCH! Service is always friendly and professional, and it was this afternoon as well. Thank you Philip . Portions are generous here, so I went home with dinner. The ambiance is relaxed casual. Sports channels were on, but the pop jazz music set a warm cozy afternoon vibe. I recommend. My husband went back in the evening and brought home a BBQ chicken pizza. Uh oh! A new favorite!

Love that this location has ample parking. That is the only downside of the Geary location. The…read moreservice was nice, but a bit on the slow side and our food came extremely late with one item forgotten. That was ok because we were full and they gave us a comp bruschetta because it was made by mistake. The pasta was good, but we always order the Bruce and it didn't taste as good as the Geary location. It was just ok. Overall, nothing beats the original location, our hearts are always loyal to them growing up in the Richmond district, but here is good as well.

Walt from Walt's Adventures adventuring in Fairfax, California at the Sorella Caffe…read more This restaurant appears small but it will deceive you. The eatery has inside and outside dining with the inner dining smaller than the outside area. The extended dining area has both heat and covers available. Street parking is available so be warned but the this task is worth your effort. We chose to dine outside for the inner area was at capacity... a good sign. The customer service was outstanding beyond measure. We never saw our cups empty and at the end of our meal when we were selecting desserts, they packaged our leftovers. This gesture had never been performed in all of my experiences... bravo. The food was not simply made and put on our dishes but was created with the upmost heart. Our meals were outstanding and the desserts... the literally best we ever had to consume. If you want a great Family Italian meal, then go to Fairfax, California and seek out the Sorella Caffe. A master chef and a team of professionals await you.

This was our second time coming through Fairfax visiting friends, and we had to stop back at our…read morefavorite place Sorella Cafe. It reminds us of one of those old hometown Italian restaurants where everything feels authentic, welcoming, and comfortable. The food and service were amazing from start to finish. Heather was a fantastic waitress and took the time to walk us through the menu and explain everything. We originally stopped in for drinks and appetizers, but once again it turned into one of the best dining experiences we've had in a long time. A special shoutout to Soyara, the owner, who came by our table and treated us to tiramisu for dessert. Honestly, it was probably the best tiramisu I've ever had. If you're driving through or visiting Fairfax, California, this place is a must-stop. Great food, great people, and an atmosphere that keeps bringing us back. Way to go, Soyara and team!

I didn't know what to expect driving up to this spot, which is tucked next to an older motel near…read morethe freeway. Entering through the back, I passed a fully stocked bar and chose a table in the adjoining dining room. It is spacious and comfortably arranged--no sitting elbow-to-elbow with strangers here! The service is exceptionally warm and accommodating. I arrived at 5:30 p.m. for their Wednesday prime rib special, but they were already sold out due to online pre-orders. Luckily, they offered me an end cut. It was the most tender prime rib I've ever tasted--melt-in-your-mouth, soft, full of flavor and absolutely amazing. The clam chowder was just as spectacular. It was rich, creamy, and loaded with large clams and thick bacon instead of being padded out with cheap potato filler. I left full and highly impressed. Even the leftovers I ate for lunch the next day were just as delicious 18 hours later. I will definitely be back. What a great gem hidden in San Rafael!

We agree with all the other 5 star reviews. Food is a great value. Happy Hour, both food and…read moredrinks is likely the best in Marin. Keep in mind, it's not fancy décor or pretentious in any manner. Just a solid neighborhood Café that is attached to a motel. Pro Tip: The Prime Rib on Wednesday always runs out. It is wise to reserve your Wednesday table on Monday or Tuesday and indicate that you want the prime rib and indicate how many people in your party want it a portion reserved. That way, they will hold it for you. If you can't show, cancel so that they know to release your Prime Rib for others. Robbie at the bar and bar tables is solid.

What a wonderful experience! Amazing food, and impeccable…read moreservice! We will be back, and will send friends from all over the bay area.

Came in for dinner Great wine list, lots of new, carefully…read morecurated wines to try. Really appreciate that Raviolo wasnt as good as I remembered it to be, likely because it seemed to be a bit too al dente Fries also weren't as how I remembered them to be, they came hot and crunchy, but some were almost dry with no fluffy potato interior Swordfish special was teriffic, peas, onions and friends were properly dressed 10/10pts Carbona pasta gad great texture, but may have been oversalted a little. Service super nice

Amazing Italian spot. We both had great meals, awesome service, and overall great cozy experience…read more You likely need a reservation as it can be busy, but worth planning for it!

First it feels cozy and elegant at the same time. The kitchen is visible from the dining room. Chef…read moreDuilio is masterful at creating delicious dishes. I have gone three times recently and every time there is what feels like a special occasion to try an amazing special or dessert. Do not skip dessert. These are worth it in every way. Our servers were both excellent and attentive in the right way. My favorite dish is the pappardelle. I had the sea bass the last time which is my favorite dish. This is one of my favorite places to eat. Highly recommend.

I hadn't been here in years so was pleased to have the chance to dine there today. First, we were…read moregreeted by the owner, who noted my father using a walker and seated us close to the door (and also the fireplace which was nice since it was a rainy day). No sooner did we sit down then we were served water, warm bread, and butter. Nice. The waiter was very attentive, told us about the crab benedict special (dad ordered it), and we ordered drinks and perused the menu. Just by the way the coffee they serve here is really delicious, full-bodied as I like it and of course bottomless. I ordered the open-faced steak sandwich, my wife ordered a salad (no judgement, but WTF?). I was kind of surprised when the waiter asked me how I liked my roast beef cooked - it was a sandwich after all - but I was to be pleasantly surprised when it arrived. It looked like a slab of perfectly cooked prime rib served on a slice of bread, with mashed potatoes, veggies, au jus, and horseradish on the side. Amazing. Perfection on a plate. Dad's benedict was just as impressive, and my wife's salad... it was great, but really honey? A salad HERE? Anyway, I am really looking forward to coming back here to try some of the other indulgences on the menu. Truly a five-star experience.

When I arrived, I had to look for someone to figure out how to be seated. I asked a server how I…read morecheck in, and he stated I needed to go almost to the back of the restaurant. In retrospect, there was a sign indicating such as well but somehow it didn't register to me! The gal who greeted me at the desk and then seated me seemed a bit rushed--not very personable. There was an accordion player singing songs in Italian, which was a nice, unexpected touch. I'd been here a few times over the years, and my experience of the food was the same as tonight. It's traditional Italian but American-ized cuisine. Very old school. Like it had its heyday at one point, perhaps. Our 4-top table had the scallops, mixed seafood; two of us had the broiled salmon special. The gal who had the scallops twice said she wished they weren't breaded--just olive oil and garlic would have been great. You get a choice of carb of rice, mashed potato, and I chose the baked potato--can't remember the last time I had a baked russet potato. It was a bit overdone, and served with a ramekin of sour cream and chives. Mixed veggies side was thin small pieces of green beans, one small broccoli floret, one slice of carrot, 4 small quarters of zucchini. Bland, as was my slightly-overdone broiled salmon. Could have been worse. I wish I could understand the positive reviews this restaurant gets. Many reviews say the prices are great, but my dish with a Pellegrino and tip was $50. The restaurant's been in business since 1947. Honestly, overall uninspired and a bit tired by today's standards, in my experience.