Krista's Guidebook
Food scene
Love the extensive list of medicinal elixirs and teas here. There’s often wonderful live music on Fridays and Saturday nights. Be prepared to get cozy...this place is usually packed on weekends.
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Wu Wei Tea Temple
1820 Sir Francis Drake BlvdLove the extensive list of medicinal elixirs and teas here. There’s often wonderful live music on Fridays and Saturday nights. Be prepared to get cozy...this place is usually packed on weekends.
Wonderful menu and phenomenal views right on the water. Love the Henriot champagne served with their daily selection of fresh oysters. Must try the BBQ oysters!!
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Tony's Seafood Restaurant
18863 Shoreline HwyWonderful menu and phenomenal views right on the water. Love the Henriot champagne served with their daily selection of fresh oysters. Must try the BBQ oysters!!
Excellent Indian food and a cozy atmosphere adorned with authentic Indian art.
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Lotus Cuisine of India
812 4th StExcellent Indian food and a cozy atmosphere adorned with authentic Indian art.
Love the skirt steak! Cozy atmosphere with fireplace. Top notch ingredients.
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Buckeye Roadhouse
15 Shoreline HwyLove the skirt steak! Cozy atmosphere with fireplace. Top notch ingredients.
Incredible Italian dishes with charming atmosphere. Feels like Little Italy in NYC. Favorites: local red wine blend, Pasta primavera & cheesecake.
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Fradelizio's Ristorante
35 BroadwayIncredible Italian dishes with charming atmosphere. Feels like Little Italy in NYC. Favorites: local red wine blend, Pasta primavera & cheesecake.
Farmshop
2233 Larkspur Landing CirElegant atmosphere, a true foodie spot.
Wonderful Puerto Rican food...a fun local spot. Be prepared to wait in line at least 10 minutes for dining in. Otherwise go for take out!
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Sol Food
903 Lincoln AveWonderful Puerto Rican food...a fun local spot. Be prepared to wait in line at least 10 minutes for dining in. Otherwise go for take out!
This place has phenomenal flavors...it’s always packed. Recommend getting there close to 5pm when they open , otherwise be prepared to stand in line 10-15 minutes.
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Burmatown
18 Corte Madera AveThis place has phenomenal flavors...it’s always packed. Recommend getting there close to 5pm when they open , otherwise be prepared to stand in line 10-15 minutes.
Entertainment / music
So much fun! Local live music almost every night. A great stop on the way back from a day trip to Tomales Bay.
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Papermill Creek Saloon
1 Castro StSo much fun! Local live music almost every night. A great stop on the way back from a day trip to Tomales Bay.
The old stomping grounds of the Grateful Dead. Wonderful outdoor/indoor bar along the canals in San Rafael. Live music almost every night.
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Terrapin Crossroads
100 Yacht Club DrThe old stomping grounds of the Grateful Dead. Wonderful outdoor/indoor bar along the canals in San Rafael. Live music almost every night.
Sweetwater Music Hall
19 Corte Madera AveFun venue for live music...
Hiking
Some favorite hikes....
Tennessee Valley Trailhead
591 Tennessee Valley RoadThe trail for San Pedro mountain is just a 5-7 minute walk down the road from our place. The trailhead is at the intersection of Highland Drive and Margarita Drive. A lovely meander through Eucalyptus trees to reach stunning views of the valley and of Mount Tam. There are both moderate and advanced trail options from the main trail.
San Pedro Ridge Fire Road
San Pedro Ridge Fire RoadThe trail for San Pedro mountain is just a 5-7 minute walk down the road from our place. The trailhead is at the intersection of Highland Drive and Margarita Drive. A lovely meander through Eucalyptus trees to reach stunning views of the valley and of Mount Tam. There are both moderate and advanced trail options from the main trail.
Big Rock Trail
Big Rock TrailGorgeous views of the Bay & valley. Just a 10 minute drive from Veritas Vista.
Rodeo Beach
Mitchell RdGorgeous beach hike.
Brunch / Breakfast
Woodlands Cafe
799 College AveGreat brunch spot with indoor/outdoor seating.
Wonderful views of the bay and tasty brunch options. Love the mushroom omelette here.
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Barrel House Tavern
660 BridgewayWonderful views of the bay and tasty brunch options. Love the mushroom omelette here.
Fabulous for brunch & lunch....the owners are locals are put lots of love into everything they do.
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Farm House Local
25 Ward StFabulous for brunch & lunch....the owners are locals are put lots of love into everything they do.
M.H.Bread and Butter
101 San Anselmo AveDelicious pastries and other breakfast goodies.
Rustic Bakery
2017 Larkspur Landing CirBest espresso, delicious pastries, soups, sandwiches etc
Vineyards / Wine tasting
Navarro Vineyards & Winery
5601 CA-128