This is my new favorite bar in San Rafael…read more So my wife has been wanting to explore San Rafael more and we recently stumbled across this place. The interior is really cool. It's got the Prohibition speakeasy feel but with just a hint of casual to it. We got here right when they opened and it seemed a family had the same idea. Great minds think alike. All the drinks we ordered tasted amazing. They all had the complexity you would inspect with the kind of decor you see. I can't wait to come back and try more drinks. Definitely a must try for cocktail enthusiasts.

I wasn't sure what to expect when I walked in but I was pleasantly surprised. The bar is beautiful,…read morewell-kept and they have an unbelievable alcohol selection. I ordered the Dealer's Choice with vodka and I was served a Polo Cup, I'm not a fan of cucumber or mint but I didn't give the bartender any restrictions when I ordered and it was light and refreshing.

From the live music, local personality, and amazing bar experience, there is nothing you can miss…read moreat this bar. Every day of the week you can find something you love. I personally have been there during the luls of a week day, but it still feels like the best hyped place to be. Catch yourself on a friday night there? Pop a squat and learn how our bartnenders do. You will be treated right and treated well. This place values it's patrons and continuously values them every week day and end. From the front of house to behind counter, there isn't a second of lack of consideration. Have your ID ready for Tito and shout to Bri when you need a marg or let Ryan know you need a beer refill and you are straight at home. Ranch Water is THE spot.

Best atmosphere ever, the bartender was the sweetest ever and she made us feel so comfortable and…read morewe genuinely had so much fun. Amazing drinks. Will definitely be coming back :)

Just went for a drink while waiting for the train. The views are great from the rooftop. Drinks…read morewere very good!

Above Fifth is the rooftop bar of the AC Hotel in San Rafael, CA. The hotel is part of the Marriott…read morehotel franchise. Yes, a franchise hotel is in downtown San Rafael. Times are a changin'. Anyways, the bar is open 4pm-11pm Wednesday-Sunday, closed on Monday - Tuesday. The hotel is about 54 feet tall so it is not particular tall, but tall enough for some awesome views of downtown, surrounding hills, and Mount Tam. The seating area ,like the hotel, has modern upscale aesthetics with relaxed vibes. The views are gorgeous. The staff are sweethearts, five star service. The drinks and tapas menu price points are of course pricey. But what was up with the stained paper menus. Eww. Anyways, the fam ordered drinks (cocktails and non-alcoholic drinks) and tapas of olives, hummus and pita, and fingerling potatoes. The olives were delicious and it was a good medley of various kinds. The fingerling potatoes were a bit boring tasting, it could use more seasonings for added zing. Not sure how the green hummus tasted, I snoozed on that one. Overall, the drinks are good, ambiance fantastic, and the food is meh. This is a type of place I would go for special occasions and not on a regular basis, my wallet cannot sustain it.

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.

This review is for the service only, not the food or drinks, which we never got to try. My husband…read moreand I arrived around 4:30 or 5 pm on a Saturday and said we wanted a quick bite. The hostess pointed towards the back and said, "Grab a seat!" This was friendly and normal. So we walk towards the back and start to sit in a booth with four seats. Mind you, the place was EMPTY except for one other table and a waitress folding napkins at another table. Immediately upon us trying to sit down in the booth, and jumped up and asserted: "You can't sit there!! We need that table for four people! Take one of our two-tops." Now, if a place is busy, of course we will do that. But my husband is a larger man and much more comfortable in a wider booth, which is partly why we came early. We asked nicely but the waitress demanded to know who told us we could sit there, then went up to the front to fact check our claim with the hostess. It was so offensive and off putting, we just left. It was embarrassing and rude. Too bad they hire staff that have no manners. They chase away long term business this way because you can definitely believe we told all our friends about this terrible experience.

This place was such a fun surprise. The location is really accessible, with street parking…read moreavailable, which made getting there easy. I honestly didn't realize how much I'd enjoy playing pinball until coming here--there aren't many spots that have that kind of unique feature anymore, and it really added to the experience. I went for a Yelp Elite event, and it was great. The owner was there and super welcoming, and his staff were genuinely nice and attentive. We were given bracelets that gave us access to two drinks, which was a fun self-pour experience. That said, it would've been helpful to get a quick tip on pouring (like tilting your glass) beforehand--foam can sneak up on you fast , especially with so many people around. Because it was busy, we were also given a card that allowed unlimited access to the games, which was awesome and made the night even better. I definitely enjoyed my time here. The owner also mentioned that you can rent individual tables or even the whole venue for events, which is something I'd absolutely consider in the future. I'll definitely be back.

Visited a friend in San Rafael and her first recommendation was State Room! Nothing like an ice…read morecold hazy IPA on a hot summer day. Staff was friendly and reservations were easy to make. They had huge tvs playing sports which entertained the kiddo quite a bit. Breakfast Bravas ($19): The crispy potato coins + pork + runny egg + avocado + chipotle cream = elite combo!!! Stateroom Burger ($20): Cheese is not included and is an extra $2 (???). It was stacked though and hubby could only eat half before he was stuffed! I will absolutely be back for the bottomless mimosas ($25) and I'm curious about the dirty iced chi tea ($14). My daughter also loved all the magnets on the fence in their mini play area :)

Bummer - change of ownership 6 months or so ago and soda glasses are smaller, burger and fries…read moresmaller, ranch dressing bad.. prices are much higher.. had a coupon for 2 burgers for the price of 1 with purchase of 2 drinks. Cola was $7/ea. Burger and fries $20/ea!!

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!

When I first arrived it was a wine only establishment but then they enticed me with their craft…read morecocktails and "mexican" food. The cocktails are imaginative, well balanced and simply delicious. The food crafted from a NY transplant is inventive and a pleasant nod to tex mex cuisine. From the brisket burrito to the salsa and chips it makes one crave the experience that they had in TX. I applaude the creativity and am so happy to see that the tex mex, regardless of the chefs origins, are here to stay! P.S. The cocktails are in play.

this place was nice and cozy. It was my first time here but I love a dimly lit bar. The drinks and…read morefood were so yummy. I had the chile Colorado beef burrito and the queso & chips. I would def come back. It's a perf bar where you just want a chill night and a drink w/ the girls.

Good service, friendly and the atmosphere is very inviting. Not much food at the time but there are…read moreplenty of snacks if you're looking for little bites. There is a community block party that they host every Friday, that's definitely something worth checking out. Highly recommend this place.

chill bar asked if they had the Humbolt Cherry Cider but…read morethey didn't so they offered me the Humbolt Blueberry Cider instead... Little did I know the ABV was 10.8% instead of the usual 6.5-7.0%(may i add the percentage wasn't even listed on the menu), and the official name of the cider is not blueberry it's actually "Blurberry". Messed me up real bad. Wouldn't have accepted it if I knew it was so high in percentage.

Delighted to stumble upon this fairly new brewpub in downtown San Rafael. Small with a clean,…read moremodern feel. We sat outside in their sturdy and attractive sidewalk parklet,. They have a luscious array of tap beers, including several vintage English "cask" taps. An outstanding feature of the place is the friendly bartender. We bought packaged chips and nuts, but I don't believe they have a food menu at this point.

We tried their beer at a Yelp Elite Event and really enjoyed it, so have been wanting to check out…read moretheir tap room for awhile. We had a flight of the lime radler, Peaches & Paws, amber ale, and Jamaican nitro stout and loved them all! Our friends had full pours of the light lager and kolsch and were also very content. Service was helpful and it was a pleasant way to spend the afternoon with cold beer catching up with friends.

I had my 30th birthday party at Pixels the other day and had such a great time. It was the perfect…read morespot for all ages because there's something for everyone. Kids are allowed before a certain time and there are drinks for anyone that's 21+. They have beer and cider on tap and you can also order food from Red Rooster Brick Oven from a QR code at the front. The service was great and they were very helpful and friendly. We had a mix of kids and adults 21+, and everyone had a blast playing the games. They had a mix of pinball, classic arcade games like PacMan, console games, and some board games. It was such a fun way to celebrate my birthday and I'd definitely recommend Pixels for a party or just a fun night out!

My family of four really enjoyed our Sunday spent at Pixels. We've also been to the pinball museum…read morein Alameda so I figured this would be a similar experience. In comparison to the pinball museum, Pixels had more video games and I think it fit our interests more. We each got a drink from the place, the kids picked out soft drink / juice, and the husband and I each got an alcohol beverage. I like that there were many local brews they are serving. I like the idea of supporting local businesses. My son was a little shy to go play the video game station set up with gaming chairs. But we pretty much tried all the other free games. There are a few machines not included in the package cost, they are clearly labeled and close to the entrance, you will need cash coins to play those, if you want to play them. The bathroom was clean. There were so many bottles of anti-bacterial solutions lining up near the entrance and inside the facility. I'm a bit of a clean freak after the Covid-19 pandemic, so seeing this made me happy that the owner cares about protecting people. We spent about 3 hours here. I saw some lady some in with a bunch of kids. It was kind of interesting to watch them because she was working on her laptop while the kids ran around and played games. It's like a cheap daycare! I wish the had one of these arcades closer to where I live, I can just let my kids loose while I do my own thing for a couple hours!