48 Best Cafes near Fairfax

“I love the genuine service and the system they implement to try and give customers fast service without sacrificing quality. I love to order a Caramel Macchiato (not on the menu but they can make similar) with extra toasted blueberry bagels and cream cheese :)“

“My go-to when I'm in town! Fantastic food and service. Highly recommend!“

“Split rock just dropped Thai inspired smash pork tacos and they are incredible. I’m not a fan so I get it without that, but I had Sriracha and the flavor is just mind blowing best thing in Marin right now. Also if you come before five, Sterling’s serving beer and his knowledge of beer is amazing. He offers you testers to see if you’d like it and knows what everything tastes like. Definitely me and my wife’s favorite place right now.“

“Great food and service. Great presentation“

“This was my first time visiting Oddcha while heading home from San Francisco, and it definitely caught my attention because of the great reviews.
We ordered the Coconut Bomb and the Thai Twister, and both drinks were excellent. They weren’t overly sweet and had a really refreshing flavor. The boba also tasted fresh, which made the drinks even better.
Ordering was easy using their kiosk system. One thing to note is that parking is located behind the shop. It was a bit confusing at first since the store is on a very busy road, but once you find the back parking area, it’s much more convenient.
Overall, a great stop for refreshing drinks—I’d definitely come back!“

“The best cappuccino in Marin hands down! Been going there for years -- the service has been consistently excellent and the pastries and cakes are quintessential Italian delicacies! Gary and Jeannie Rulli are the dedicated hands-on proprietors -- wonderful people and a blessing to our Larkspur community🥰!“

“Sanaa Cafe offers an excellent selection of coffee, desserts, and delicious Fatayer. The atmosphere is truly unique, featuring authentic Yemeni architecture and Coffee. It is a perfect environment for productivity; it’s inviting, bring your laptop and work while enjoying a Sanaa Adani Chai or a Pistachio Mocha. I also highly recommend trying our delicious pistachio cheesecake.“

“The moment we checked in we felt welcomed and excited to celebrate National Caviar Day. We came to celebrate a friend's birthday and first time at the lounge. Svetlana was our host and was so welcoming and charming. Our friend got to pick her own bottle from the champagne vending machine thanks to her. We were seated outside with warm cozy weather, noise level was enjoyable. The food, drinks and service were all great. Svetlana even surprised our friend with a birthday sundae with caviar and candle on top. Thank you so much for making her feel special on her birthday.“

“All the in-house made items are amazing! Love this place! There is no day that isn’t made better by stopping here! 💗☕️“

“Great outdoor dining. Great food ! Great service !“

“Thank you Marin Coffee Roasters for supporting the Lucky Run this past Sunday to benefit Novato High School's Safe & Sober Grad Night. We appreciate you! Safe and Sober Grad of Novato“

“I really like this cafe which sells authentic Yemeni snacks and drinks addition to the usual fare you would expect in any good coffee shop. The ambience is very open and welcoming with a few sofas to sit on if you want to feel extra comfortable. It's located in a vibrant area of downtown San Rafael.“

“One of the most inspired chicken sandwiches I’ve had in my life…

This place is hanging in there despite being the only tenant in a now defunct medical building. What that means for you is:
✅ ample parking
✅ beautiful outdoor seating
✅ quality food / service“

“I love San Korean’s food! Their bibimbap is delicious (on the phot: added a over easy fried egg to it). I tried the new Korean Chicken wings and they were delicious too. Very happy that their new hours included dinner 😀“

“My husband and I came here for breakfast before our hike in Muir Woods. Husband got the huevos rancheros with house potatoes which was really good! I got the Mexican scramble with hash browns and I think this was literally the best omelette I’ve ever had. I was so full for hours afterwards (and yes, even after the hike I barely had any room for anything else). Would highly recommend!

Also, the man and lady behind the counter were also very nice!“

“This place has been a community bedrock for 20+ years. Always here for us. During covid lock downs, they set up their own food pantry (with the fridge getting electricity from the shop).

Churros are always a hit. Good coffee.
Come and enjoy.“

“Had my espresso machine serviced here, and it was an extremely helpful experience.Food choices are a little old school. Haven't seen piroshki for a while, but they have em.Geared to serving the local business employees, since they're in the warehouse district.“

“Enjoyable outside setting; I have enjoyed the food and mocha. 🙂“

“Great coffee great service most of the time. People working there need to learn to communicate and let customers know when they are backed up so when they make an order, they understand how long it will take instead of letting them know after the fact.“

“Very nice ambiance and affordableeeeeee!“

“Got the Da Kine Greens which was full of flavor and healthiness and kale. While it was also a million dollars, being in this pseudo-hippie town full of reclusive wealthy people, it still was worth the snack. Would stop by again if back to charming Bolinas.5 stars!!!“

“Once again, I had a wonderful experience shopping at Sweetwater. Many thanks to Sales Engineer Mitch Dazey who did a great job. I'm glad that he was able to get a Korean made instrument. Competitive pricing, good discounts, excellent customer service, items thoroughly and carefully packed. I will definitively recommend anyone to shop at Sweetwater.“

“If I could give 6 stars, I would.Fabulous little hole in the wall restaurant, outdoes any chain and several other small restaurants.If you order any dish that comes with tortillas, I highly recommend the corn tortillas. They are handmade and slightly thick, which is typical for Mexican or Guatemalan fare. They are extremely tasty and pair well with the chorizo and eggs combo, which is what I ordered.I got the rice and beans option which consisted of refried black beans and a Guatemalan rice that is similar to Mexican rice but has peas and tiny chopped carrot pieces along with the onion and tomato based sauce. I'm not really a big rice fan, but I would recommend this rice to those who are. It is not a heavy tomato sauce but rather colors it mildly red and adds just a little flavor.The refried black beans were a perfect consistency and had no chunks of beans. Definitely must try.The plate also had a generous side of crema, which a Latin style sour cream that is a little thinner than American sour cream and went well with my chorizo "tacos" that I made with the tortillas.A wonderfully mild Mexican cheese chunk was served on the side and lastly a restaurant made salsa that was mild in hotness and delicious in flavor was also served with the dish.The gentleman that served me was the proprietor and he was very gracious in his service to me. EXCELLENT customer service!The prices are in keeping with most restaurants, not overpriced, and the portions were a good size. Great value for money!I highly recommend dining at this restaurant when you're in San Rafael.“

“I picked up a sandwich to go. When I got home, I noticed the lunch was a chicken salad. I called the Cafe to let them know, Amy, the kitchen supervisor, was most gracious: she told me the next time I come in, the meals on them. To that I say cheers!“

“This is a charming cafe with a sweet outdoor patio! What a hidden gem! The baked goods are amazing and homemade by Armida! They do homemade sandwiches to order, have savory and sweet baked goods! Try the bacon/egg/maple syrup bun or the veggie pocket! There is ample indoor space to sit and sip. There are also books and puzzles for bringing your child, and with the outdoor space, an ideal child friendly cafe for a bite to eat.
What a great neighborhood gem!!“

“Lovely service; easy to find table; tasty food and juices and nice clean amenities. Would recommend and would go back if we were in the area. Also next to the floating houses in Sausalito - nice area and ambience.“

“Servers are fun to talk with and to learn about the best treats!“

“It was an amazingly flavourful brunch that my husband I shared for his birthday. We have both visited places in Los Angeles as well as Vancouver, Canada and this place is 2nd to none! A must check out! We will be back David and the crew! Cheers Aaryan and Nadya“

“Thank you Marin Coffee Roasters for supporting the Lucky Run this past Sunday to benefit Novato High School's Safe & Sober Grad Night. We appreciate you! Safe and Sober Grad of Novato“

“One of my favorite spots for breakfast burritos, my go to is usually the California but the Southwest is really good as well. One thing to note though is the burritos used to be huge and would keep me filled until dinner but as of lately they have been noticably smaller. Guestimated around 2/3 of the original size but nonetheless, I still recommend them.

Staff are very friendly and you can call in ahead of time to place an order in. There are also plenty of drink options that seem to be switched out every so often. And lots of seating if you enjoy a quiet calm place to relax before heading about your day.“

“WOW! Just ate here while our car was being serviced at Mercedes of Marin. (Quick Uber Ride) 2012 Prices 1950's portions and Service. Just got back from LA and ate breakfast at some Luxury Hotels for twice the price and half the everything else. Wish we didn't live so far away in Alameda or would definately come more often!“

“Love this coffee shop. Nice sandwiches, easy ordering online. Quick in and out.“

“I came in today randomly for the first time today from the pet store nearby. I was really hungry but didn't know what to do because I had my dog with me. I called and told the lady over the phone told her if I could place the order and if they could bring it out for me because I had my dog. She said, no don't worry, you come in and pay and leave it's okay. They have tile floor so it made sense and really I appreciated that I didn't have to go hungry. My tuna melt was tasty, but what really made my day was their freshly baked breads in different flavors sold by the slice, I got pumpkin, zucchini, and banana for my partner. Best store bought bread ever! Soooo delicious! I will be returning.I had a good experience with customer service.Anyway, I am a happy customer.“

“Best pancakes in Marin. Got to be one of the inspirations for American Graffiti, it is so classic.“

“Came in on a Sunday afternoon to escape the cold winds of Novato and was greeted with a friendly hello and had a hot holiday-seasoned mocha. Appreciate the fast and quality service. Great place to have lunch or just coffee. Highly recommend“

“Such a great place! We had chicken pesto with avocado sandwich on sourdough and BBQ pulled pork sandwich, both fantastic! Incredibly friendly and welcoming place with our little one and dog-friendly patio seating including umbrellas. Right near the bay. Only open on weekdays and we already can’t wait to go back!“

“the most wonderful coffee I've ever had & was lucky to help at the roastary for a while until i had some shoulder issues doing production. besides that i still support Equator 500% they have the best coffee I've ever drank & continue to recommend their excellent coffee all the time & have subscriptions ☕“

“Excellent food and drinks, healthy, creative dishes, high quality ingredients, delicious coffee and bakery. Casual and friendly atmosphere.“

“Loukas is the best - an integral part of the community . Without Kosmos - we would be left with Boring Corporate Coffee .“

“Seriously is there a 12 Step Group available for your cookies? I’m addicted! As I live outside Seattle I haven’t as yet visited your delicious bakery, but believe me I’m doing my part by consuming the boxes of cookies stocked by #townandcountrymarketbainbridge Yummy🥰“

“(Translated by Google) The staff is very attentiveWith me they get a 10Everything about the food is very good except the pupusasI think it is something that they should improve or not sell pupusasEverything else is super good(Original)El personal es muy atentoConmigo obtienen un 10De la comida todo es muy bueno excepto las pupusasCreo que es algo que deben mejorar o no vender pupusasLo demás todo esta super bien“

“We ordered several items for breakfast. Lemon croissant was great, and the breakfast burrito was cheesy and delicious. The avocado on toast was cold, as was the bacon on top. Carlos asked how everything was and when i suggested these improvements he was all ears and quick to report to the kitchen. He then returned with kitchen apologies and offered me a complementary pastry which I thought was total class. His service alone made it an enjoyable experience.“

“Yesterday, my family and I visited Sausalito, and had a chance to eat in this restaurant. The stuff was professional, attentive, friendly, and helpful. I needed to charge my 5% dying phone, and one of the waitress helped me with that kindly. I really appreciated it! The restaurant is in a good location with an ocean view, and San Francisco on the other side. The day was sunny and beautiful, so all the atmosphere just reminded us about our past trips in Greece. We ordered 3 dishes, a hamburger(including fries), spring salad, and a crab Benedict with baked I believe so potatoes. Everything was delicious, no complaints at all. We spend a good branch time there, and left with full tummies, and good mood! Thank you 😊
1 thing that might bother some people, is that the restaurant is next to the road, and tables are on a pedestrian’s side walk, so if you hate people looking at you, while you eat, you can sit inside.“

“I ordered Spice tuna salad 🥗 so delicious 😋 and very fresh 100% recommended❤️“

“Best fish and chips I’ve had in a long time. Really cute place to stop. Would definitely recommend it!“

“Ordered a lemon poppyseed cake and iced latte. The latte was very smooth and perfect. While the texture of the cake was good with the poppyseeds adding great crunch, the lemon flavor of it was missing. Could have added more lemon zest and juice to it. As for the icing, it’s sugar icing. So there is nothing to complain about.“

“The quality of their baked goods were superb and only exceeded by the care and attention of the staff. Loved this place!“

“I absolutely love Muir Woods. So beautiful and peaceful. A trip to California must include a trip to this park.“