wanted to support local. However $15 for a chorizo breakfast burrito and small cafe americano is…read morepretty pricey. Burrito tasted fine. Americano was very average.

Mount Joys, Jitters, Video Droid Cart. You have seen it driving into or out of Tam Junction across…read morefrom the Dipsea Cafe. If you've never stopped, only experiencing what the Doppler Effect does to a loud reggae beat, you might say to yourself or your passenger "what's up with that place? He is there only half the time?" if you do stop then you know it is easily the best coffee in Marin, and you may say "thanks be to the lord above, he is here today!" ...see it's a "glass is half full" kind of place...

I normally don't write reviews, but a few days ago I visited this location and was greeted by the…read moremost wonderful employee, Kristin. She was courteous, incredibly friendly, and took the time to have a genuine conversation with me, which made my experience even more enjoyable. This place is lucky to have someone like her on the team! The drinks were delicious, and my first interaction was so amazing that I'll definitely be coming back. Five stars all the way!

While Cafe Del Soul does make satisfying and flavorful food, the price hurts the appeal. The…read moredressings are delicious but otherwise the ingredients could be easily acquired from a market for a fraction of the cost. The greens, proteins and vegetables are raw and don't justify $20 for a salad. While some of the prices seem reasonable on the menu, once you add tofu or more substantive fixings, it looks pretty steep. Therefore, it's a good place to refuel after a hike or to stop by if you're in the area but not worth a trip given that you could recreate these dishes at home. They offer a solid meal, but in the grand scheme of things, there are better healthy bowl joints to eat at that offer more unique options for a fairer price.

Well needed bakery in MV Breads great had a sandwich also…read morevery good Definitely be back

We drove to Mills Valley in the early morning and decided to check out this local bakery. There is…read morestreet parking available and we luckily got a spot right across from the bakery. The bakery was decently busy with locals going in and out. I ordered the Resurrection Morning Bun, which had an almond and citrusy flavor. It was a delicious morning treat that wasn't too sweet and made for a filling breakfast. All in all, Madrona Bakery is a good option to grab pastries and coffee if you're planning to be in the area.

"Avocado toast... I have to have this recipe!" I…read moreappropriated that from an old New Yorker cartoon... And here you find a nice value which includes scrambled eggs sitting on top of rustic bread with a smashed avocado and a radish garnish, delightful. Accompanying this dish I had one single buttermilk pancake with what appeared to be fresh maple syrup. Good stuff! I'd like to point out that there is a pleasant, clean restroom, which is a testament to customer service and integrity. Something that I always appreciate.. This is a roadside diner feel located near the Good Earth grocery store, which is also deserving of a visit when you're in the area. (Check out the "proof lab" facility, or shall I say "campus" across the street -a very interesting spot. Google it and check it out online.) The Shoreline Cafe has a very competent, efficient, and friendly staff that knows what they're doing. There are lovely outdoor seating tables with nice umbrellas, as well as ample seating indoors in a comfortable atmosphere. Now that my belly is full until my lunch hour later today, I can contemplate clever epicurean/trendy dishes. How about some Tartine Butyrum ? OK, now I got you scrambling for a definition....

Even though this place is tucked away in a hidden parking lot area, it gets pretty crowded on…read moreweekends. I went early Saturday morning with a friend, and we were pleasantly surprised by how quickly everything moved we were seated right away! The staff was so kind and welcoming, and they gave us great recommendations. I had a breakfast salad that I absolutely loved I enjoyed every "leaf" of it My friend ordered the chilaquiles divorciados, and we both had coffee to go with our meals. I'm really glad we decided to try this spot. It has such a friendly, family-oriented vibe, the prices are fair, and the food is delicious. Thank you for such a great experience!

Wow wow wow - the coffee is delicious!…read more Loved the vibe of this cute coffee cafe. It was busy and buzzing during the morning hours and we had great service from an older gentleman who took his time to ensure we got exactly what we were looking for. They have a cute backyard patio space with additional seating (and maybe a pup or two!) Drinks: the Iced Vietnamese coffee and the Iced Churro latte. Both were strong and delicious!

Got it. I'll turn this into a polished Yelp Elite-style narrative: observant, balanced, a little…read morewitty, and clearly written by someone who actually spends time here--not a fly-by latte tourist. This spot feels like the other side of Sausalito--in the best way. If Sausalito Bakery is the pressed-linen, weekend-brunch version of town, this place is where the everyday locals land. Same essence, very different energy. Cozy, familiar, and quietly charming without trying too hard. The space itself is warm and inviting, with a lived-in feel and a glowing sign in the back that somehow makes the whole room feel softer. There's a large communal table, plenty of indoor seating, and a steady hum of conversation that creates excellent white noise. It's a solid place to get work done--as long as you're not recording audio, because it does get a little loud--but for emails, planning, or a casual work session, it absolutely works. Now, the matcha. This is the real headline. I'll be honest: I used to actively avoid ordering matcha here. It was mediocre at best. About five months ago, they changed it--slight improvement, but still not there. I know the ownership was proud of that update, but something clearly changed again since then, because today's matcha was genuinely impressive. Like, stop-what-you're-doing impressive. At this point, I'm comfortable saying this is the best matcha in Sausalito. Egg Lady's is fine, but it doesn't come close. Sausalito Bakery is lovely to hang out in, and their pastries are great--but their matcha is forgettable. This one isn't. (The only matcha I've had locally that competes was at an ERIA Events gathering, but that's not exactly a walk-in situation, so it doesn't count.) If you're in Sausalito specifically looking for matcha, this is the place. They're also great with substitutions, service is quick, and the owner has a genuinely warm, welcoming presence--lots of friendly back-and-forth with regulars, which adds to the atmosphere rather than distracting from it. I didn't try the pastries or sandwiches this time (not much of a pastry person), though everything looked solid. Outdoor seating exists, but with the weather being a bit unpredictable lately, indoor is the move. Fair warning: parking is a hassle. I parked in the lot near Trident, and while it worked, the valet experience was... unpleasant enough that I probably wouldn't do it again. Plan accordingly. All in all, this is a comfortable, local-feeling café with excellent matcha, good energy, and enough seating to make it a reliable go-to. It may not be the "scene," but it's exactly the kind of place you end up recommending when someone asks, "Where do you actually like to go?"

This is one of those places that just kind of feels like home…read more I've been stopping by this market for as long as I've been hiking in the Golden Gate Area, which is over a decade. Some of Good Earth's items are on the super pricy side, but some are also reasonable. The deli and bakery items are usually pretty good. This was the first place I ever found Sjaak's chocolate. Sadly, they no longer exist, but I used to always stop by for their Hearts of Cherry after hiking around Mt Tam. Today I stopped by for whatever looked good enough to buy, which happened to be a pesto chicken calzone from the hot deli case, a slice of chocolate cake that looked too good to be $5, some roma tomatoes, and a blueberry banana water. The pesto chicken calzone had decent flavor, but it literally had like half a cup of grilled onions on it. Like, there was an entire opaque layer of grilled onion. Adding onions to compensate for less meat is one of the oldest Italian tricks in the book, and is the basis of many great recipes. In this case, it was a little much. Also, the crust didn't have any flavor, but for $10, for this area, it wasn't bad. The chocolate cake was the worst chocolate cake I've ever had in my life. It should have been labeled "iced biscotti," because that's about how dry it was. After a few bites, I had to double check to make sure I didn't accidentally grab an expired piece. It was so dry!! Okay, so, the cake was a mistake, but everything else was good. Their fresh deli pizzas looked AMAZING, but I did not take one home. Overall, the store is very clean, well lit, and merchandised nicely. My only issue is the twinkie sized stall in the ladies room, with a door that opens inward, trapping anyone who is greater than four inches in diameter between the toilet and the door. Sometimes you seriously have to wonder what kind of psychopath designed women's public restrooms. It's like, if you are larger than an actual Barbie doll, good luck getting in and out without touching the public toilet! So, I actually made two separate purchases. First, I purchased the calzone, and took it back to my car to eat. Noticing that I was surrounded by Teslas and eating disorders, I put up my sunshades so that I could eat in peace, without becoming a TikTok reel. After I finished eating, as I was lowering my sunshade, I caught the man parked next to me in the act of taking a video of me, anyway! My car is ugly enough to make a classist person assume that I'm a homeless person, which I'm sure is what happened in this case. Maybe he was planning to post it on social media as an example of how homeless people were ruining his life. When he saw a nicely dressed woman in a brand new, pretty dress (me) he looked shocked. I looked back and forth between him and his phone which was pointed at me, and glared. He lowered the phone and stared at me, wide eyed and jaw dropped, as if he wanted to explain. I glared at him as hard as I could. Classist rich people harass me like this all the time. As a formerly homeless person, I know that in reality, there's no such thing as "looking homeless." People who "look homeless" are usually housed and struggling with mental health issues, while homeless people who live in shelters are usually very well-groomed. But tell that to the classist rich person who thinks it's funny to take videos of other people and post them on the internet to mock them. I wish it was illegal to do that, but it's not. So if I'm posted on "homeless people of Marin" or something, that's what's up, even though I'm very much housed and employed. A calzone with a side of classism. Not the store's fault. But irritating none the less.

RE: Holly in the Deli…read more Exceptional, caring and fast service. Holly also takes time to provide personal customer service (she took me to Customer Service to find my lost sunglasses). Holly recognizes her repeat del customers! She could be "in charge"!

We visited this shop due to other positive reviews (and an addiction/passion for coffee) and had a…read moregreat experience. Coffee is solid and delivered with beautiful foam artwork. We ordered avocado toast which was served on the most delicious thick slice of homemade sourdough. The shop is located on the Main Street which can make for challenging parking, but the service is quick and the view of the water is wonderful.

I was excited to come across a new coffee shop to try. The coffee and atmosphere were solid, and…read moreeven late morning on a weekday it was pretty packed. Don't assume you'll grab a place to sit, especially if you're visiting peak hours. The toast was good, but at $9 I expected something more memorable, so I'd skip that next time. I also overheard an issue at the register where a customer was told their ham croissant was no longer available because it had been given to someone else after they'd already ordered it. The staff offered to substitute something else but couldn't process a refund, and there weren't many other options. I would have been so disappointed if that were me! Overall, it was a decent experience, but not somewhere I'd go out of my way to visit again.

A friend has been raving to us about Bob's donuts for a while and when we tried their Nob Hill…read morelocation, we were underwhelmed. This time around, we came bright and early and got a handful to try. This is what everyone's talking about with the best soft and chewy texture, so much fluffiness in every bite and some donuts are quite decadent. This place is a must visit! It's also better than their other location in terms of vibes. I like all the art and how open the area is. Happy we gave Bob's a second try!

Coming home from Muir Woods and OMG I saw there's a Bobs Donuts in Mill Valley!! I love the Bobs…read moreDonuts in SF and try to stop in whenever we're in the city. I wasn't sure if the one in Mill Valley was the same/related until I saw the logo. Yes! So we stopped in around 4pm. I bought 4 donuts. Got into the car and my kid is like... WHY ARE THEY ALL COLD?? Weird. I've had bad donuts but never ever have I gotten a cold donut from a donut shop. Like the texture and temperature is what you'd expect from a donut you just pulled out of the refrigerator. We ate all four donuts anyway cuz donuts and hungry. But we won't be back. And if you're unsure, don't waste your time or money. Unless of course you like cold donuts. Or maybe call ahead to ask first. I dunno. I'm just confused why they were cold. There was a steady stream of customers at that time too.