Marché Restaurant

Marché is situated in the quaint town of Ross and is named for the farmer's markets of southern France where chefs, locals and tourists visit seeking inspiration and ingredients for the meals they will prepare each day. The menu spans Italian, French and the greater Mediterranean diaspora, an exploration of European flavors translated through the lens of California Cuisine. 

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To kick things off, a “snack” of Boquerones with grilled bread or Burrata served with nectarines, pistachios and hot honey. A BLT Salad tastes even better when summer’s tomatoes are at their peak. That can be followed by a classic Italian “primi” of house made gnocchi with foraged mushrooms and white corn. In-season proteins may change (salmon swapping for halibut) but the crisp Duck Confit with toasted farro, toasted hazelnuts, and fresh figs, is a signature dish all year round.

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Fans flock to the restaurant for the house’s weekly specials: Tuesday is Fried Chicken with fresh cornbread and cilantro-cabbage cole slaw, Wednesday means Baby Back Ribs with waffle fries and bok choy salad, while Thursday brings Burger Night (grass-fed, of course) and Belgian fries. 

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The menu boasts a huge half-bottle wine list – more than 25 options enable guests to experience French, Italian, Spanish and other regional wines.

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But perhaps the best part of Marché is its charming patio which is open March through October. Tucked under western magnolias and just enough sparkling lights, the setting is dreamy, enhanced by cushy pillows on the chairs. 

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Happy Hour (Wednesday through Friday, 4-5:30 p.m.) means $10 spritzes, $15 meatball sandwiches, and glasses of wine and beer for $9. Live music runs on Wednesdays until 8pm. In fact, late afternoon is probably your best bet to snag one of the much-coveted outdoor seats.