As a reminder, I contact small businesses directly with suggestions when the service and/or food is…read morein need of improvement. I do not use Yelp to express my less than stellar opinions because small business operation is challenging and can be unfairly adversely affected by "a bad day." During the three visits to Longway for coffee beverages with three different baristas, the coffee products have been stellar! Rarely, have I tasted espresso derived beverages as good as those served by Longway. They have selected a fruit forward flavored espresso that is balanced by milk which that has been stretched correctly with care. Often third wave coffee shops have an upcharge for this particular flavor profile blend. My perception is that the requisite skill for brewing excellent espresso derived drinks requires dedicated training and an aptitude for "dialing in" the coffee - akin to a trained and talented chef vs a line cook simply following a recipe. Admittedly, I am a particular about coffee. I would like to give a shout out to the owner and staff who strive to consistently serve among the very best I have sampled globally!.

Super cool hidden coffee shop. Excellent coffee even better staff. My wife and I stop here every…read moretime we come to San Anselmo.

Great place. The…read moretomato-basil soup is reasonably priced and delicious, served with a nice garlic bread. Cheerful, friendly staff. Great ambience. The missing star is for the prices. Maybe they are economically justified by inflation, but they seem extreme even accounting for inflation. Makes one think of gasoline prices, which "go up like a rocket and come down like a feather." We have not had extreme inflation for a few years now. Well, I guess that's what the market will bear in this affluent little town. In any case, management takes a bit of the sting out of the high prices by offering several modestly priced sides.

This is one of my favorite coffee places in Marin. Unlike the Novato locations this one has a full…read moremenu with breakfasts, sandwiches, salads, and Mexican food in addition to pastries. I always get the tomato soup which is really good. This location has lots of space for seating, including an outdoor parklet. It can get quite busy in the summertime with all the mountain bikers. I wish they were open later; they used to be open until 6 now it's 5. In the summertime when it's still sunny out that seems so early which is a shame.

After years of dreaming about it, I finally returned for the Green Couscous salad. Every bit as…read moregood as I'd remembered! My daughter enjoyed the croissant waffle. We devoured both at a picnic table in a nearby park and it made for a stellar Sunday.

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.

The matcha was very solid! Vibrant green and with great grassy notes. I appreciate that it was…read moreunsweetened as well so I could add just a tiny pump of syrup. Upon arriving I realized the namesake is because parents are welcome to bring their kids for a communal play area (which does have an entry fee). It looked like a lot of kids were having a blast, so I already have recommended this cafe to parent friends!

This place is such a neat place for coffee, tea, light food and kids can play! The drinks were top…read morenotch! I had the hojicha and it was great - definitely can taste the tea and was not overly sweet. The light food of breakfast sandwich and breakfast burrito is alright. Not the best considering that it is premade. The kids play space is contained, safe and just variety of things to play with. Throughout the time we were there, it was well controlled and never overcrowded.

Decent coffee. Terrible service. We were hoping to find a new coffee roaster and were…read moredisappointed w a staff that didn't know anything about their product. Left with only a cup of coffee and no beans. Disappointing but service matters.

Early morning in Fairfax lead me here. They were pretty busy for having just opened but there was…read moreno wait. They had a little band on the inside singing sweet soft songs. The place is honey, menu is big, I wanted to try food but not awake enough yet (weird for me to even say). I got a decaf mexican mocha with oat milk. It tastes little like burnt chocolate and cinnamon. It could be me but not sure I would order it again. Staff was courteous.

A little expensive and out of the way, but absolutely a powerful, balanced, and delicious drink!…read moreStopped in while on a walk and my iced latte was perfect.

We arrived to be thrown off the scent when we saw a sign that said Wild Card Coffee. But I'm sure…read morewe mapped ourselves for Weaver's Coffee. We were comforted upon entry with TONS of Weaver's Coffee branding everywhere, including the 32 varieties of coffee that they roast. Alberto was maintaining shop when he greeted us. It was great to meet Renee and John, and have Alberto create our lattes. We enjoyed their exquisite roast in their Secret Garden! Luisa was our barista upon our second visit.

Such a quaint shop! The owner is so friendly and the coffee is just as INCREDIBLE! I almost wish…read morethat they accepted alternate payments besides cash but I'm not one to complain since I always carry cash on me anyways.

Taji and her adorable pom run this busy little stand next to the Stinson Beach Market. Though it…read morewas a hot day we had a sweet shady spot to sit and enjoy not being in traffic and entertained by the crowd going by. Our Americano was hot and well done. Taji works hard to take care of all who come by, regulars and tourists, even telling someone that the market sells cups of regular coffee if they just want that. If you want just a simple walk by place or a place to rest your buns without fuss while waiting for your other half to grocery shop, this is it. And she has some pastries too! Open mostly during good weather season. Sole proprietor so give her a shout!

"Can I get something started for you?" Avoid that familiar…read morephrase from the corporate coffee giant and step into the whale. Wonderful single origin coffees available -pour over style as well as a variety of various espresso drinks, and tea. In the back is the master roaster machinery, and a nice lounge with pinball machines to hang out in and create conversation with other patrons. The staff is real knowledgeable and real personable and frequently make me laugh, and they know their product very well and will share information with the consumer. It's OK to ask a question and they won't yell at you if you want cream in your coffee. They do keep it behind the counter in the refrigerator, by request only. For some reason, coffee always taste better to me on site than at home. Maybe it's the temperature of the water, maybe it's just the ambience and the brief conversation? I don't know but I prefer to have my cup outside of the home. I'm a rather social being. The owner has a knack for hiring, competent, talented and friendly staff! Truly the BEST coffee anywhere, seriously...... maybe that's why they won so many awards?! Beans are available daily and frequently with half-price sale on your second bag. A great gift to send somebody in a different city, throw in a T-shirt or other swag while you're at it. I found that relatives and friends really dig stuff from the Bay Area. There are a variety of "at home barista"accoutrements available for sale to include the lovely Chemex glass coffee maker. Grinders, scales, etc. A coffee paraphernalia shop- "legal speed". Check out the pastry case with some local favorite bakeries representing. In closing, five stars throughout*****! Now get over there, I hope I got something started for you......

This was my first visit to Red Whale Coffee, and I was really looking forward to it. I loved the…read moreatmosphere, especially the pinball machines, and I was excited to recommend this place to my friends. Unfortunately, my experience was disappointing. I ordered an iced mocha with oat milk during a busy time and waited about 20-30 minutes. While I was waiting, I noticed several customers who ordered after me received their drinks. I went up to the counter to ask about my order, and the cashier seemed confused. The barista remembered making my drink and believed someone may have accidentally taken it since there had been a drink sitting on the pickup counter for a while. The barista told me he would remake my drink and even offered the drink to another customer instead of discarding it. However, he continued making other orders before remaking mine. Just as I was about to ask for a refund, I finally received my coffee. I understand that mistakes happen, especially during busy periods, but better communication and order tracking would have made a big difference. Unfortunately, my first experience left a bad impression. As much as I liked the atmosphere, I won't be returning, and I can't recommend this coffee shop based on the service I received.

People who move to Marin from the city love to complain about the Marin food scene. When I hear…read morethat, I ask if they have been to RS2Go. I don't know what magic Ryan and his team use to turn out such a wide range of incredible options from such a small space. Fried chicken sandwich? Banger. Huevos rancheros. Banger. The pastrami cured tri-tip. Banger. Chocolate chip cookies? Two snaps and a twist. The flavors are creative, the portions are on point, and there are plenty of options the kids will love. Thanks to Ryan and his team for building community through awesome food and great vibes on this little corner of San Anselmo. My only request would be for more Ryans.

What a local institution. Chef Ryan and team (Violeta, Cher, chef Marco, everyone) are the best…read morepeople who make the best food. Brunch, lunch, dinner, they do it all. From loaded fries to fish sandwiches to lamb neck, what cant they do?! Pull up, hang out, enjoy good company. I will miss weekly rituals to the trailer.

Everything about this place, these people! Great coffee,…read morecool staff, lovely environment and the avocado toast...

I can't even bring myself to give this place one star. If you like mediocrity accompanied with…read moreunnecessary attitude from employees and lack of accountability or efficiency, this is the place for you. First time, I thought it might've been a fluke... Unfortunately, the second visit only proved to be worse than the first. All around I'd give them negative 5 stars.