If you’ve ever stopped at Hog Island in Marshall but wished to take your provisions to another picnic spot, the Tomales Bay oyster and shellfish grower has you covered.
In a 125+ year-old building on the farm property that once housed the Marshall Post Office and Marshall Store, find shuck-your-own oysters, clams, mussels, and the catch of the day, and fresh condiments to go with ‘em. Alongside the fresh seafood, look for cured meats, cheeses, smoked black cod dip, and poke bowls, among other treats.
Other picnic essentials, like blankets from local artisans and a selection of shucking gloves and knives, and a sun hat or two are also available.
Best of all, the store is open daily (except for Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day), from 9am. to 5pm.
For years, chef and restaurateur Lacey Sher sold her vegan chocolate cake to Tony Tutto’s longtime owner, Greg (Tony) Digiovine. When Tony retired, Sher stepped in, ably picking up the 100% organic thread to craft pizzas in Tony’s Neapolitan-adjacent style. After closing for a few months, Sher reopened in September with chef-partner Massimo Covello (Trattoria Servino).
The vegetarian and vegan pizzas (gluten-free option available) remain at the heart of an the menu. Though Covello is partial to a new-to-the-menu pizza topped with chanterelle mushroom, leek, and mozzarella, Tony’s three-cheese with Calabrian chile and thyme is back, and a spinach, mushroom, cheese, and garlic tomato calzone is undeniably delicious (pssst! It’s vegan!), among other options.
Rounding out the menu are seasonal soups like Butternut squash, red lentil and Meyer lemon crema, salads like crispy quinoa-topped baby kale and arugula with roasted carrots, green lentil and tahini, and Tony’s famous lasagna. Sher also expanded the dessert menu. Alongside her famous chocolate, there’s tiramisu and Tony’s famous pizzelle ice cream sandwich ($8) and Magic cookies ($3.25).
Owner and San Anselmo resident Marco Franceschini opened an Italian deli in downtown San Anselmo with a focus on Italian flavor in mid-October. “Simple, authentic, Italian food,” says Franceschini. “No mash-ups.” Custom-built sandwiches ($16) are at the heart of the deli menu. Built atop house made focaccia, meats such as prosciutto cotto, mortadella or tacchino can be layered with bufala mozzarella or stracciatella, plus veggies like marinated artichokes or bell peppers and pistachio cream, spicy sauce or pesto.
Franceschini, who used to run Trattoria Fresco in Ross, wanted to do something different while utilizing his training and history as a chef. His opening menu includes pinsa – Roman-style pizza made with a blend of rice and wheat flours – a few simple salads, and desserts such as chocolate cake, cream puffs, and his signature tiramisu. Specialized Italian products such as olive oil, sauces, and pastas, will grace the shelves. “If it is not from Italy, it is not in the store,” Franceschini says.
Paseo Bistro has reopened its doors with a reimagined, globally inspired menu they’re excited for you to come taste. Chef Angelica Duarte's cuisine celebrates bold flavors and faraway influences — from Korean Fried Chicken Lollipops to Hamachi Crudo with mango and lemongrass, Garlic Lamb Riblets with smoky romesco, and the ultimate Smashburger.
Paseo Bistro’s mains are guaranteed to take your taste buds on a journey:
🇮🇹 Wild Mushroom Pappardelle and Ragu Bolognese
🇪🇸 Crispy-skinned Branzino with peperonata
🇵🇪 Chicken a la Mattone with aji verde
🇲🇦 Lamb Loin Kabobs with mint chermoula
🇯🇵 Braised Beef Short Ribs with pumpkin miso
Don’t skip dessert — from Matcha Panna Cotta to Ube Mochi Donuts, there’s sweetness from every corner of the globe.
Whether you’re here for shareables with friends, a date night dinner, or simply to rediscover an old favorite — Paseo Bistro is back, and the world is waiting for you at their table.
Brothers and Mill Valley residents Mitch and Steven Rosenthal have ditched San Francisco to bring their famous flavors a little closer to home. The chefs, recognized for their work at San Francisco’s Town Hall, Anchor & Hope, and Salt House sought a business opportunity they could walk to. When a pop-up opportunity presented itself at Shoreline Coffee Shop, the brothers crafted a classic Town Hall menu with fried chicken, jambalaya, tuna tartar and biscuits. An 1800’s-era beefsteak dinner at Mill Valley’s Depot Café followed, as did a Spanish-Mediterranean pop-up at Paseo Bistro.
The brothers have now established themselves with a name, location, and rotating $65 menu. On Tuesdays and Wednesdays, from 2pm -6pm, Caravan will be operating out of Rock & Rye at Sweetwater Music Hall. Place your order now for their November 6th pop-up. Down the road, look for Town Hall favorites like meatloaf with hickory-smoked bourbon BBQ sauce with sage-flecked mashed potatoes and roasted Romano beans with lemon & shallot, and pumpkin snickerdoodle.
For now, Caravan is available every other week but the Rosenthals are considering a weekly schedule. In keeping with the name, the menu will constantly change – this week’s Italian may be next week’s vegetarian. Be on the lookout for Town Hall’s famous butterscotch-chocolate pot de crème.
Bill Higgins (Buckeye Roadhouse, Bungalow 44, Corner Bar) and East Brother Beer Co. have teamed up to create Mill Valley’s new gathering place — a lively restaurant, sports bar, and beer garden where craft, comfort, and community meet.
Chef Michael Siegel’s Beer House menu is designed to pair with every pint and cocktail: Bavarian pretzels, bratwurst and schnitzel, beer-battered fish & chips, smash burgers, fried chicken, hearty sandwiches, crisp salads, and wood-fired pizzas. Guests can choose from 10–15 rotating taps featuring German and English-style brews, crisp Bo Pils and Mexican lagers, rich Oatmeal Stouts, bold IPAs, and dark Bavarian lagers. For those seeking something beyond hops, the full bar serves up inventive takes on classic cocktails, a curated selection of wines by the glass, and refreshing non-alcoholic options.
With multiple big screen tvs, Tam Tavern's indoor space is the ultimate destination for sports fans to cheer on their favorite teams together. A dedicated game room with shuffleboard, a pool table, and foosball adds to the fun, while the beer garden—enhanced with fire pits & heat lamps—offers a cozy retreat for families, date nights, and lovers of the outdoors.
Whether you’re craving a casual night out, a hearty meal, or a perfectly poured beer after a day running the Dipsea or biking in Tennessee Valley— Tam Tavern is Marin’s new trail-to-table hangout!
