Update! Very good as always, and they're open a little bit…read morelater than everybody else till 10:00 PM for us night owls they give whoooooot! Excellent service as always, nice environment and terrific elevated Bar cuisine! And it's always time for tater tots!

We came here during the Brazil and Norway game and were lucky we were able to snag the last two…read moreseats at the bar as two patrons were leaving. The service was super friendly and I appreciated how attentive and quick the servers were for such a packed and busy restaurant. I ordered the wedge salad, which was tasty, but I feel like the lettuce could have been fresher as there were a couple of wilted parts. I enjoyed the addition of the crispy onions, and it had the perfect amount of dressing. My friend ordered the burger and said it was flavorful and the Gouda paired well with it. I stole some of their fried and we both agreed they were a solid fry. All in all a nice spot to stop for lunch, or to watch a sports game with some good food and drinks.

Great friendly customer service. They seemed very happy we stopped in. This place seems a bit…read morehidden even though it's on 4th street downtown. I just never noticed it until walking by and looking. So I went and super friendly and got the order with the Large combo 24 wings and two large sides. Large fries and Large chips. The fries were delicious and so were the chips. The chips are basically thin sliced crispy friends. So good! I got half mild Buffalo wings and Half Lemon pepper. The Lemon pepper was good but the buffalo was a bit sweet and greasy. I'll definitely come back but get a different flavor of wings. This place is a hidden gem!

One of the highest compliments I can give to a local restaurant like this is that the owner is…read morepassionate and cares about the food experience you have while you're dining there. Another is that the food always has really good texture, making everything so eminently satisfying to eat. Enter this small place in downtown San Rafael. As a wing guy, it's always nice to find a new solid wing place. And here, the attention to the customer experience is impossible to miss. You're going to be treated well, and the food has immensely satisfying crunch. Everything here that I've tried so far is made from scratch, and it's obvious. The chicken, despite being doused in sauce, isn't soggy at all, rather the wings just pop into your mouth. The fries are not to be outdone and taste fresh and crisp. I ate far too much here. It's clear that the owner has a passion for making delicious food and it's easy to see that love going into the quality you get. One of the best classic buffalo wings I've ever had.

Was looking for a place that does a good Chicken or Pork Katsu so decided to try Mauna Loa Hawaiian…read moreBBQ. I went in off hours, 230 pm in the afternoon. The inside was clean but dated, Upon Entry I was immediately seated, The hostess was very was nice and was able to answer my questions on the menu. Ordered the dinner portion of the Chicken Katsu with rice and macaroni salad, Egg Rolls, and the Fried Gyoza. The Gyoza's came out first, These were really good as they weren't deep fried but pan fried with slightly crispy bottom with chewy top. The sauce that they give you with the Gyoza's went well along with the green onions. The Egg Roles came out next, They were good as well and freshly fried. The sweat and sour sauce went well with the rolls, wasn't too sweet but had a bit of spice as well. The Chicken Katsu plate we next, the Katsu was freshly fried which perfect as it keeps the breading from getting hard or to crunchy and the chicken juicy. The Katsu sauce went well with the chicken rice and macaroni salad as well. Overall I enjoyed my experience and will come back to try other items on the menu in the future. A bit of advice, parking is tough in downtown San Rafael, If you go during prime dining hours expect to have to look for parking if you're driving.

You know what they say, "mom & pop" have best food. There's ample amount of tables and room for…read moreparty under 10. The service and food were very generous. There's plenty parking next to the cafe. Just saying, there's a wait for freshly cooked food! Please call ahead for takeout if you in hurry!

I live nearby and had always seen this restaurant, but had never tried it. My husband tried it…read moreabout 3 weeks ago, and we absolutely loved it! Now we come back every week we usually get the sandwich, the tender, salad, and fries, and everything is always delicious. Without a doubt, it has become one of our favorite places!

This place has delicious and ~tender~ tenders. I love the crunchy breading with sesame seeds for…read moreextra crunch. You can choose some sauces depending on the how many tenders you order. I like the honey mustard and the house sauce. They have good sides too like garlic fries. Can't go wrong with this place for great chicken tenders!

First time walking into Pete's 881 Club and the vibe grabbed me instantly . My boyfriend came to…read moreplay poker, so I figured I'd sit at a table alone and mind my business... but nope! Within minutes, Brian the bartender came over with a menu, broke down the specials, and made me feel like a regular . I told him it was my first time, and he welcomed me right in -- plus another gentleman at the bar literally gave up his seat so I didn't have to sit alone . The regulars here? Super friendly, zero weird energy, just pure good vibes all around . I ordered the meatball soup special , fried calamari , mozzarella sticks , and chicken strips -- everything came out hot, fresh, and WAY better than bar food has any right to be . And then I wrapped it up with a brownie + ice cream that was honestly dangerous because it was THAT good ‍. And after Monday Night Football was over, the music vibe was on point -- the kind of playlist that makes you want to stay for "just one more song." If you want a spot with great food, good music, warm people, and service that makes you feel taken care of, Pete's 881 Club is it .

This is definitely not a girly girl bar, but definitely feels like a masculine man cave with…read moredelicious food and activities on site. My boyfriend likes going here with his friend and I came along one day to hangout out. For the most part, everyone's chill but a little random. Overall vibe of the place is relaxed and laid back.

This is my newest obsession! It's SO good, and their menu is really diverse in that you can choose…read morehealthier options like salads and wraps or more indulgent options like chicken tenders and fries. But why not do both? We got the Nashville tenders, fries, and a chicken Caesar wrap and it was all great. Their chicken is super tender and the breading is crazy crispy. Plus, we had our selection of sauces (truffle, ranch, etc) - what's not to love?

Not for me. I finally gave Starbird a try for lunch…read more Ordering is easy. I ordered chicken nuggets. Then I waited about 10 minutes for my order which isn't too bad during a busy time of day. Nuggets arrived as a to-go order in a box inside a huge bag. That was a waste of paper. I never said I wanted it to-go & the person taking the order never asked. If I ever were to go again I'd be sure to state dine-in. Anyway, the real issue is the nuggets. Dry, over-cooked & nearly tasteless. Too much breading although it was crunchy. I'm not a sauce person so I didn't order any. If that is what is supposed to turn these into chicken goodness then it's a fail. They should be tender, juicy & flavorful on their own. The restaurant is bright & clean. The noise level is unpleasantly loud. Nothing in the design of the interior is soaking up the horrible screeching sound of every metal chair that slides on the tile floor as people move around. Everyone working here is friendly & helpful.

This is my second visit here, but this is my first review (I forgot to review my last visit!). But…read morethis time there were more of us! This place is very nice all around. Good location, plenty of parking across the street in a public garage, nice décor and ambiance, wonderful staff, and a good menu, although it is light on vegetarian options; but if you are not a picky vegetarian, you can still leave happy and fed. There is plenty of indoor seating, and even a nice side patio protected from sun and wind; however, being alongside 3rd Street, a rather busy street, it can be a bit noisy. As nice as the day was, we opted to dine inside so we could chat. They have some good appetizers, and we chose the onion rings and the must-try Ooey Cheesy Balls (5 fried potato balls, mozzarella, parmesan, parsley, house-made smoked jalapeno aioli). The onion rings are plentiful and not at all greasy, a great start to the meal, but the anchor of the apps (for me at least!) are the Cheesy balls. They are different: basically mashed potato balls with cheese inside, deep-fried, and delicious! The house-made smoked jalapeño aioli is awesome too, and it's my preferred dip for the onion rings. For the entrees, I tried a pizza for once, after seeing many good reviews. I tried the Blue pizza (Garlic & herb olive oil, mozzarella, blue cheese, spinach, artichoke, mushroom, red onion). We also had the Buttermilk Fried Chicken sandwich (Butter lettuce, tomato, fresh slaw, pickle slices, house- made smoked jalapeno aioli (mild), brioche bun), the Chicken Salad Sandwich (Poached chicken, celery, parsley, dill, lettuce, tomato, pickled red onion, mayonnaise, focaccia bread) with an added mashed potatoes for a side, and a Chicken Pesto Panini (Pesto, roasted bell pepper, spinach, provolone, mayonnaise, focaccia bread). All the meals were very fresh, and the food was great! The Buttermilk Fried Chicken Sandwich was a tower to look at, with two breasts as the main feature. The other sandwiches were well liked as well, but I know I was the lucky one with the pizza for lunch. If you like blue cheese, this is a great pizza you don't often find elsewhere. The toppings were just right, though I wouldn't have minded a bit more blue cheese, and the olive oil base instead of a red sauce was perfect for letting the flavors really come through, with the cheese, meaty chunks of mushrooms, and onions all balancing each other. The crust was a separate delight, a very thin sourdough type with a crust worthy of eating on its own - and it was! Sadly, between the appetizers and the entrees, there was no room for a dessert, and we all took home some of our lunches, and two of us brought home food for others! Always share the goodness . . . Can't wait for the next visit!

We ordered Fiesty calamari, Red Rooster Balls, The mustache, Caesar salad with buttermilk fried…read morechicken, and Penne norcina. The breading on the calamari is very light which was great since some places over bread it. The meatballs was really good when eaten with the bread, loved dipping the bread in the sauce. The pizza was very good, love all the meats and it's freshly made. The salad was simple, I should've asked for a side of dressing. I felt it was not enough. The penne was cooked to al dente, love the creamy porcini sauce.

They have the BEST food in San Rafael. When we walked in another patron told my husband, "You'll…read morenever have a bad meal here" and he was absolutely right. We enjoyed the jumbo pub wings in the jerk dry rub and sweet chili flavors, a rueben sandwich with hand cut fries, and a burren burger with hand cut fries. Our favorites were the wings and the hand cut fries, but the sandwich and burger are solid options. We visited during a world cup soccer game and the atmosphere was that of a pub or sports bar with lively cheering fans and regulars. I highly recommend trying it if you're in the area.

A nice Irish bar, and wow! the staff was actually Irish. I had a spice bag, which was breaded…read morechicken tenders (basically) with fries and sauteed onions and fresh jalapeños. It was tossed in a curry sauce and served in a paper bag (but they gave me a plate too), and a side of more curry sauce. There was a crazy amount of food in the bag. I couldn't even eat half of it before I was stuffed. I made a comment to the waitress, and she said they have big servings there. While the food was good, I did think it was way too much, which I couldn't even take with me because I was going to the movies and then taking the train home. I wish establishments like these served less food, and lowered the prices. The spice bag was $23 or $25. If you're not a big eater, or not super hungry, you might share a plate rather then get two entrees. Ask how much food you'll get.

I love this place. One of the best spots in downtown San Rafael. The Prawn Spring Rolls are amazing…read moreand they have great noodles and curry. Kind staff as well :). A must visit if you are in DTSR

4.6 rounded up How…read morewonderful such a good Thai place in San Raphael and wish was in east bay! The tom yum and pad kee mao were excellent and comparable to the red chili in Hayward. Thai iced tea is on par will very good ones. The spring rolls were filling and fresh and green curry filled w contents w less sauce Above would probably be rated as minor spicy Would go back if closer and pleasantly surprised at the good quality

Stopped by for a quick bite and drink. My friend and I shared an order of steak nachos and buffalo…read morewings. Everything was delicious and made with fresh ingredients. I had a margarita and of course it was delicious!

The perfect place in San Rafael to come and play some pool and have a few drinks! The staff there…read moreis so considerate and fun and accessible! The place has like a hundred televisions there upstairs and downstairs! The place is comfortable to come in and sit down and have a drink bring your computer and sit down and have a cup of coffee or to even have a hundred people coming and having a party! I go there two or three times a week and I love the place!