Equator Coffees in Larkspur is located in such an adorable downtown area. There's a Boichik Bagels,…read moreice cream spot, park across the street, and Perry's/other eateries next door. It's the perfect spot sandwiched in between all of the above for truly any time of day. Arriving mid-morning, we wanted to try something unique and different from their seasonal menu. Continuing on my search for trending happiness in a cup, we ordered the Banana Cream (cold brew topped with banana cold foam). Banana is having a moment, and we're here for it! It's so refreshing and delicious. I love banana, so this was right up my alley! Looks like other banana flavored drinks offered are the Banana Matcha Cloud and the Iced Caramelized Banana Latte. Def recommend if banana is in your top five rotation of the summer too. We also grabbed a pack of their seasonal beans for home, the Super Bloom blend ~ a light roast for the spring season! To note, there is a super cool kickback of proceeds of this blend. Find more about it in-store or on their website. Overall, this would be my go-to spot if I was in the area more. Friendly and quick service, and a fun menu also filled with tasty treats for brekky, snack, lunch, the in-between, to-go, and more.

The coffee is decent, but they take forever. They get a lot of online orders and if you are…read morestanding in line when a large online order comes in you will go to the back of the line, even if you were there first, even if you only have one small espresso. So you can go ahead and order online instead. Except I always bring my own cup so that won't work. Oh well. This policy has been confirmed to me by JP, their CEO, who did have the courtesy of responding to me. Thanks JP!

Very traditional authentic Italian bakery and coffee house. From their apple crostata to their…read morepanettone (fruit cakes). They have a variety of pastries and desserts. All made in house and some that are imported. We love their true espresso(s) and Americano that are just fabulous. This is a very local spot in Larkspur which is a quant and very Europe inspired businesses. Our wives loved it of course. There are plenty of places to eat and drink at a cafe. We were lucky it was a very nice and warm day. Enjoy!

We have Been going here for years. The last 3 times, well the food has been going downhill…read moresomewhat. The server was on a run as being the rudest. She stated her name as Diana. This woman should not be in the food industry. At one point we asked for the table to be wiped, as it was very sticky she brought us a rag? Seriously. It was not busy so a little confused as to why she had us wipe it ourselves. Very snippy, cold worker. She Does not do justice for this place as the staff in the past has always been very pleasant. She said her mom owns a restaurant so she knows how to run a restaurant. Well this is a bakery not a restaurant and customers should be treated with respect or you loose them. We're done there until she leaves. And maybe try to keep the tables and restroom cleaner so customers feel comfortable. Thank you

Endless Coffee is outstanding! Their coffee is rich, flavorful, and expertly crafted. Pair it with…read morethe incredible pastries from Fire Swamp Provisions, and it's easily the best coffee-and-pastry combination in town. I also love that they roast in small batches, which shows in the quality of every cup. On top of that, the crew is always friendly, welcoming, and professional. It's the kind of place that keeps you coming back.

Quick stop on a day trip. Has the basic coffee offering and specialty drinks at reasonable pricing…read more Ordered the Miso Caramel latte with almond milk. Great flavor and balanced coffee. No bitterness and smooth finish. Not overly sweet. Only con was the drink temperature could be hotter. Service was efficient, yet friendly. Short wait for my drink and was soon back on the road. Definitely adding to my list for rest stops as this has plenty of parking and a restroom.

A traditional feeling Italian bakery in the heart of a more modern, hip shopping plaza. Lots of…read morevariety among cake slices, cupcake flavors, and cookies + pastries priced by the pound. I went to try to get a slice of their Chocolate Truffle cake, but since they were sold out by Sunday afternoon, I opted for their version of a hostess cupcake, and their butter cookies with chocolate icing blossoms. ------ FOOD: Hostess Cupcake (3.5/5) I personally found the cupcake to be a bit dry and the whipped cream to be too airy. The chocolate ganache topping on the cupcake was fantastic though, but wasn't enough to save this dessert. Butter cookies with Chocolate Icing (3/5) It wasn't bad but the butter cookie wasn't as rich and melt-in-your mouth as I would have liked. The chocolate icing was a bit too sweet and didn't have a deep chocolate flavor. I'm sure there are some delicious treats here as well that I'll need to try eventually if I'm ever in the area. ------ SERVICE: I spoke with a lady on the phone who was very kind and helpful, but the gentleman at the counter unfortunately wasn't able to provide any recommendations and couldn't manage the line well. The lady on the phone also told me they had the chocolate cake available which is the only reason why we drove out of our way to come here. ------ ENVIRONMENT: There are a few tables inside, outside, and nearby if you'd like to enjoy your treats nearby. The bakery itself is relatively spacious inside.

Great little Italian bakery - fantastic selection, friendly staff …read more.. So many excellent choices!

This place is an absolute hidden gem! I stopped in while traveling and had the best iced mocha…read morelatte--perfectly balanced, rich, and so refreshing. Between the quality of the coffee and the outside atmosphere, this spot completely made my day. So glad I found it--highly recommend if you're passing through!

This spot is a tricky to find as it's tucked in behind an office complex, but well worth the hunt…read more Delicious coffee drinks, avocado toast and breakfast sandos with a gorgeous view

I have been stopping by Rustic Bakery the last couple of mornings for coffee and a pastry, and it…read morehas been a solid choice. The place is clean, with plenty of seating both inside and outside, and there is a large selection of pastries, scones, breads, and grab-and-go items. My go-to has been the ham and cheese croissant, which was fresh both mornings. The coffee was also nice and hot, which I always appreciate. The staff is professional and efficient, though clearly busy, so do not expect a lot of chit-chat. I also picked up a box of Cheese Coins, which turned out to be dangerous because I loved them and ate the whole box. Good coffee, fresh pastries, easy seating, and enough tempting extras to make you buy more than you planned. I will probably stop by again tomorrow morning before leaving the area.

Came by on a Sunday around 11 for a quick bite and got the breakfast burrito. The burrito by itself…read morewas quite small, a bit bland, dry and overall just plain. It could have used a lot more filling. I did appreciate the salsa on the side that it came with, which was tomato-y, garlicky, and overall very flavorful. It took around half an hour for me and 4 of my friends to get our orders, which was frustrating because we were on the go. Definitely a very busy spot! The place is a grab-and-go establishment where you order at the cashier and grab your food once ready (or they'll bring it out to you if dining in). I loved the outdoor seating on a sunny day but all the tables were unfortunately taken when we were there. The inside also has a couple of seats and refreshing cucumber water was offered.

Love, love their smoothies!!!…read more Reminds me of so cal! We need more locations in the Bay Area.

This has to be one of the sexiest smoothie bowls I have ever ordered…read more.. This place can get super busy on weekends yet the workers are always kind & friendly. They take the time to make your order feel special with cute hearts or smiley faces. I came in on a weekday & they took their time crafting this beautifully executed bowl & it was fantastic. I enjoyed every bite! Prices are a bit high but I do not mind paying extra for higher quality ingredients. Probably the best smoothie spot in Marin. 9.5/10

Located on the exterior of the Marin Country Mart, to the left of Hog Island Oyster (or even closer…read moreleft of Le Marais), is Johnny Doughnuts. With its spacious seating, glass enclosed doughnut display, walk up wall menu on the exterior and its open concept register counter it is truly inviting. With a menu of unique flavors and those same flavor options beautifully displayed behind a glass window, we had to order a few to try. Flavors available were coffee cake, blueberry lime, lime poppyseed, vegan guava, and chocolate chip cronut - these five we ordered, Other flavors included brown butter glaze, strawberry, chocolate vanilla crème, raspberry jam, cinnamon glaze and sprinkles. Lemon blueberry was very lemon forward with subtle notes of blueberry. The doughnut itself was crusty and soft at the same time. We enjoyed the pairing and texture.The coffee cake was just that, a crusty soft dough with the crumbly topping of coffee cake goodness and all those spices too. The lime poppyseed was light, soft and airy with a citrusy zing of lime. It was the most refreshing of them all and this is coming from someone who is not a big fan of lime. The guava was like biting into the fruit, not too sweet on an airy, soft dough. The chocolate chip cronut was a flaky layered croissant like dough that tasted like a chocolate chip cookie with a decadent chocolate frosting. It was quite the pleasurable treat, our daughter loved it. The staff, compiled of two women at the front, were friendly with smiles. Our treats were packaged in a beautiful white and gold box, it looked elegant when presented to us. There is the availability of drinks to order like tea and coffees. We would most certainly return for me. I'm curious to see what other flavors and combinations Johnny Doughnuts presents to us.

The classic glazed donut and classic old fashioned (not glazed) was amazing and I'm not a doughnut…read moreperson whatsoever.. Thats all I really came to say here. The freshness and texture was bomb. I know with specialty food businesses its not cost effective to have other coffee roast options brewed like a medium roast.. Thats what coffee shops are for... I just like to dip my sweets in medium roast coffees. I'm not special. Anywhosies, I'll be back soonsies to get a dozen for the familia! Gracias!!

Le Marais Cafe is one of the few spots in my regular rotation because it consistently hits every…read moremark. The Castro location is beautiful with its clean, ocean-blue French decor and relaxing, cozy vibe. It is always busy on the weekend, but the quality makes it worth the wait. Everything I have tried there is top-notch, from the perfect croissants and lattes to the savory mushroom crepes, French onion soup, and grilled tuna sandwich. The Larkspur location in the Marin Country Mart has a slightly different, less urban feel that I really enjoy. It feels a bit more intimate, cozy and has a much bigger outside seating area. It seems to have an even wider selection of great entrees. Whether you are grabbing a quick salad or sitting down for a full meal, both locations offer an authentic French experience that is hard to beat. Highly recommended.

It was so cold and damp on Saturday and I was driving north from SFO craving a warm beverage. Marin…read moreCountry Mart and Le Marais Bakery to the rescue. The long line was a good sign. As I waited inside I admired their beautiful decor (especially that green wall!), and peeped all the equally-beautiful pastries on display. Oh la la! It took all my post-Thanksgiving self-control to resist a sweet treat (next time!). I satisfied my craving with a hot latte. I ordered and paid at the counter/register and was greeted with a lovely French accent. I assumed that my order would take awhile given the bustling crowd inside and outside. But it was ready within minutes - a hot, smooth latte hit the spot and powered me for the remaining drive north. Le Marais is easy to find at the far end of the Marin Country Mart - abundant parking is all around. Before I got back in the car, I took a quick walk through the shopping center. A must-stop if you're in the area, whether you need to shop, to eat, or to simply grab a drink. So charming and can't wait to return!

Great coffee and pastries. Love the ambiance of this coffee shop. Customer service was…read morealright...not as friendly and welcoming, just meh. The almond croissant was yummy and the bacon onion pretzel croissant was pretty good too.

came in because I received a gift card. $7.50 for a beverage - am I crazy to think that's a lot?…read more got the mint mojito which I've had before but today it seemed really bitter. cashier who took my order was friendly and nice. my drink took forever. almost 20 minutes. it's clean and simple decor inside but not cozy like you want to hang out or really work here but people are...dichotomy of barista vibe and sterile hospital vibe. the outdoor floor tile needs a deep scrub. the tables and chairs outside need a solid sipe down and the comfy chairs all the cushions are beat and wore down Philz needs to get new inserts and do a deep clean.