Sweet, casual, cute Italian restaurant downtown Larkspur! So…read moreglad we decided to eat here. Service was amazing! Their wine by the glass, delicious! Food was very good! Their purple cabbage slaw & focaccia were the best to me, and the wine of course! We had: focaccia, branzino, calamari, cappuccino, ravioli, smoked trout, sausage pizza, fried chicken & coconut sorbet! Whew, yep only 3 of us! I will be back for the staff; ambiance, focaccia, glass of red & the purple cabbage slaw

Such a cute little spot tucked away in the redwoods of Larkspur. I am in love with this area, it…read morefeels like I'm back in summer camp with the towering trees and the ease of stargazing in the night sky, there's little light pollution in the. My husband and I decided to give this spot a try after getting many rave reviews not only on yelp but on Eater SF (or maybe it was SFGate?). Anyway, we arrived around an hour before close, most places in this area close at 9pm btw. We were greeted by the host who walked in from near the kitchen area. We decided to sit outdoors since the weather was pleasant. We found a table for two near the projector showing a muted black and white film on the brick wall. The chairs had blankets over them just in case it gets chilly at night. It was very thoughtful. I decided to order their special 3 course meal including a white wine ($45!). It was like they had their own restaurant week specials like SF but I don't believe that exists in Marin. The 3 course meal included a beet salad, pasta (it was the screw shaped kind) with Bolognese and a tiramisu which was my fav of all 3. The white wine was a bit on the sweet side. My husband had the pappardelle pasta with oxtail. That was a treat! I liked his dish more than mine but all of it was so much we had to take half home! The complimentary focaccia really pushed us over the edge. I would definitely come back to try their pizzas!

We had super quick service when we came in for lunch and loved how they attended to the tables so…read moreour glasses of water were never empty throughout our lunch. My partner and I shared the mushroom and short rib pizzas, and both were super rich and creamy. I found the pizzas were way more filling than the margherita pizza that I've tried here in the past. I find that this mushroom pizza is heavy on that umami mushroom taste. In my opinion, the crust was perfection. The ONLY reason that it's 4 stars instead of 5 is because the pizzas were a little too rich for me.

After walking around the plaza, I wanted some lunch before heading home, so I decided to try Boca…read morePizzeria. Unfortunately, I didn't have a great food experience. When I walked in, the host was nice and asked how many were in my party. I told him one, and he seated me in a spot where I could see the TV, which I appreciated. I ordered the short rib pizza and a salad with salmon. Sadly, the pizza didn't taste good. It had almost no flavor. I was hesitant about ordering it but decided to try something different instead of my usual pizza choice. When I took a bite, the cheese and meat slid right off, leaving me with just the bread which was really disappointing. The salmon salad was okay. It came with plenty of vegetables, which I liked, but the salmon had a strange taste. I'm a big fan of salmon, and I was expecting it to be the highlight of the salad, but it just wasn't. Maybe I'll give this place another try in the future, but overall, I left feeling pretty disappointed.

Came here - again! - for quick lunch, and as always, had great food and a nice lunch…read more The place was busier than expected at lunch, a good sign for a change. We were seated quickly, and the four of us quickly settled into our routine. Our server, Francisco, took some initial drink orders while we decided on appetizers. We finally settled on pickle fries, Korean fried cauliflower, and crispy fried cheese. I am seeing "fried" as a common denominator here! The appetizers showed up hot and tasty, and were quite a bit, so we delayed our entree orders as we all pivoted to new options, given out sudden fullness. However, we did go for a chicken Katsu bowl, two little house salads (like a typical simple side salad, but a bit larger in size), and a chopped salad, which is my personal go-to favorite. The food was tasty and fresh, and with a reload of the bread and butter, we could only order some desserts to take home - no sharing a piece today! The food was good, the service was friendly, although a bit absent at times - we did see him helping other tables across the dining room, and didn't see a lot of servers today, so perhaps a one-off, but we did wait a while between the appetizers and ordering the entrees, but not a typical service lapse here. Still, a good time, and good food!

As a teenager in Southern California I used to listen to a radio show with Elmer Dills, "The Dining…read moreDoctor". Mr. Dills always said that the first thing he did when entering a restaurant was use the restroom. If it was a mess he'd leave; the state of the bathroom, he argued, accurately reflected the state of the kitchen. Elmer Dills would have walked out of The Cheesecake Factory. On the evening of my visit, which began on a Friday around 5:40 p.m., I entered the women's restroom to what can only be described as an enormous mess. Trash receptacles were overflowing and each restroom had toilet paper and paper towels strewn all over the floors. If I wasn't meeting a friend here - who'd suggested the place - I'd have left. When I emerged I wanted to alert someone to the state of things. Not only was there nobody manning a host/hostess station, but there was nobody to greet guests or seat guests. When my friend arrived, we made our way into the bar area and as we did, I flagged down a server to tell him of the status of the women's restroom. At our table, we had to again flag down someone to take our order. A different person subsequently became our server and things were smoother from there on. Before leaving though, I again used the women's restroom only to find that it was still an utter mess. The food and drinks that arrived at my table were fine but the service levels and restroom cleanliness here render that observation moot. I recognize that The Cheesecake Factory is no longer in its heyday but based on this visit I'd surmise that they're close to expiration.

Holly is very helpful and she showed us all of the new coffee machines. She's absolutely…read moredelightful! I want to order the grain cooker online so I don't have to carry it home. It's a beautiful store in a great area!!

I love Williams-Sonoma!…read more We had a wedding registry with the Palo Alto location and it was a positive and fun experience. This location is also bright, inviting, clean, and well-stocked. I stopped in quickly to grab a jar of their Gravy Base - we use it every year for Thanksgiving. Staff greeted me soon after I entered, asking if I needed any assistance. I didn't, but appreciated the offer. The gravy and other Thanksgiving items are conveniently and beautifully displayed near the entrance. I did quickly tour the store - fun to shop with the eyes! Over the years we've purchased pots and pans, wine glasses, dish towels, and more kitchen/dining items from them. That reminds me...my dish towels need a refresh! We've also purchased foodie gifts: gourmet pastas and tomato sauces, olive oils, bread mixes... The quality products and customer service keep us coming back.

I love this store. the employees are always very nice and helpful. We volunteer at the marin…read morehumane and always go there afterwards. Their deli and bread selections are top notch. We also love their wine selection and the meat counter is the best. They have grass fed, and regular beef, chicken, and fish. They are also happy to select the best piece of fish or meat for you. I also love their bulk spices and bulk nuts and rice. And, they have a nice selection of coffee, and local bulk coffee. 100% recommended!

I usually shop at an all organic grocery store in Fairfax which we love and I give 12/10 stars to,…read morebut Nugget is in the rotation for when we need some items that our usual place doesn't carry. In that sense, it's a good clutch market for those items. The store itself is small but laid out well. I really like the produce that they have outside, it gives small town vibes. Where Nugget lacks is in customer service. I have yet to meet a friendly or happy looking employee. I feel like this is something I've noticed more lately. On my trip today, the man stocking the produce had his cart in the middle of the produce section, so there was really no way to get anything. I asked him if I could slip in and quickly grab a few things, and he made a really off putting comment about if I could see he was working, etc. Yikes. I've also been rung up before where the cashier just is on auto pilot, no hello, no small chit chat. Nugget, you carry things we like, and you're close to our home. Can you please give your employees some customer service training, or some reasons to feel joyful? TIA!

Penne for Your Thoughts…read more Cal-Italian restaurant in the quaint town of Larkspur that's celebrating its twentieth anniversary this year. Picco blends the best of California with locally sourced and fresh produce with classic and modern takes on Italian dining. They are also Michelin recognized, as they've been Bib Gourmand winners ('21-23) in the past, and are currently "Recommended." The Good: * Reservations via OpenTable * Free street and City-owned lots available but there are time limitations, so check the signage. * They also run a pizzeria (Pizzeria Picco) literally right next door if you'd rather have a pie than pasta. * Outdoor dog-friendly seating * Waitstaff was fantastic and friendly. * Also has a bar if you just want to come in for a drink or three. * Local brews on tap, as well as a full oeuvre of alcoholic beverages. * They're known for their changing seasonal risotto, and after one bite, it was easy to see why! It was simply fantastic, as the rice was cooked perfectly and the fresh spring flavors in ours shone. * Carissa loved her King Salmon and veggies, as the fish was cooked perfectly. I ordered a daily special with house-made pappardelle noodles and smoked beef short ribs, and while it looked like a hot mess, it was fantastic. The noodles were thick and held up well to the assertive smoke and flavor of the beef--just a perfect dish in my opinion.. The Meh: * The Polenta-Crusted Artichoke Hearts appetizer was just OK. I liked the crunch and how they tried to present them as chicken wings, but they ate a little dry and the coating needed more seasoning. Fortunately, their concomitant aioli was able to save the day. The Ugly: * Not the biggest restaurant, and with the brick walls, it can get raucous in there fairly easily, especially if a large post-wedding party shows up to the bar to get sauced. Conclusion: Fantastic spot for a date night or any other occasion with great ambiance, service, and, most importantly, food. Highly recommended.

This was our first time dining at this restaurant, and unfortunately, it was a very disappointing…read moreexperience from start to finish. The whole place was confusing. We wanted to order pizza, but we were told we had to go to a different side of the building. Then we were offered a completely different menu, which made the experience even more confusing. Our waiter was rude and didn't seem to know much about the menu or the dishes. The prices were extremely high, and for a party of five, our bill came to over $400--almost $500. To make matters worse, the food did not justify the price. The salmon was undercooked, the portions were incredibly small, and the overall quality was disappointing. We actually had to go somewhere else to eat afterward because we were still hungry. Overall, this was a terrible dining experience. We will never come back, and I would not recommend this restaurant to anyone. Hopefully, none of us gets sick after eating there.

We've visited this restaurant several times over the years and it's always been a great experience…read more This time my wife and I split a veggie calzone (sorry, no photos). It's long, about a foot, and was steaming hot and crispy with great flavors. I like how it was garnished with fresh arugula. Maybe because we also shared a Bruschetta with our friends, but even two of us couldn't finish it. We also got to sample the pizza our friends ordered. Both were excellent. The only issue was the noise level. At 6pm on a Sunday, it started out energetic, but by the time we left 90 minutes later, my ears were ringing!

really wanted to like this place. I love supporting local, family-run businesses, and I came in…read morewith genuinely good intentions. Unfortunately, this was one of the worst café experiences I've had. From the moment I arrived, the service felt off. I was greeted, but also noticeably stared at in a way that felt judgmental and unwelcoming--never a great first impression in a hospitality setting. Their Wi-Fi was down, and the area has very poor cell service, which essentially made it impossible to work. While outages happen, there was no acknowledgment or apology, and it's a major issue for a café that appears to position itself as a place to sit and work. Ordering was another problem. I asked for a matcha latte, and no follow-up questions were asked--no hot or iced, no milk preference. I had to track the barista down myself to clarify. The drink itself was honestly terrible: extremely bitter, grassy, and undrinkable. I left most of it untouched. At nearly $10, it was also the most expensive (and worst) matcha I've ever had. The biggest issue, however, was how payment was handled. Their POS system was down, and I was asked to pay in cash. I didn't have cash, which is normal in 2026. Instead of apologizing or offering a solution, I was bluntly told to "sit down" and wait--despite explaining that I had a scheduled meeting and needed to leave. At one point, I was told the only way I could leave was by handing over my credit card information to be written down and kept behind the counter. That is completely inappropriate and unsecured, and I refused. The situation became uncomfortable enough that other customers visibly noticed, and at least one couple left because of how rudely staff were speaking to guests. Eventually, I had to call a friend to bring cash just to resolve a $10 charge, which still took unnecessary time due to confusion between staff. I fully understand that small businesses have bad days. Systems go down. Things happen. But hospitality is about how you handle those moments. There was no apology, no accommodation, and no respect for customers' time or boundaries. I hate leaving negative reviews for local businesses, but I cannot recommend this place in good faith--especially when there are nearby cafés that offer good service, functional systems, Wi-Fi, and basic courtesy.

This Safeway is understaffed at times which really isn't the workers faults. I seen this lady tweak…read moreout on the cashier cause no one could open a case for her she seemed extremely impatient. The staff available helped her out as soon as they could but she was just being super annoying and passive aggressive towards them. BE NICE TO THE STAFF AS$WIPE

Yestarday I bought the last carrot juice bottle, I buy up to 3/wk. There were none, so i aske a…read moreperson stocking produce if he would possibly check stock. He told me they hadnt gad that particular carrot juice "in two weeks." UNACCEPTABLE. I told him him I had just bought one the day before. Now hes treating me like dirt as im walking away disgusted wirh the Safeway service. Now i might see it. This Safeway appears to suffer from blatant racism. The bakery workers speak no english. There are ONLY two Caucasian people employed here and both are mentally challenged! The hate now oozes from within the store. I went to customer service and the person there said he is the manager. Though I have spoken to the actual store manager multiple times in the past. Vrry nice person, though i dont believe he will say anything to the actual manager, or, as i adked, say anything to the employee who LIED TO ME. Ill get pictures next time.