Restaurants near Forest Knolls

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

“There’s a reason this bar just won ‘Best Bar in Marin.’ Small-town charm, incredible live music scene, tasty drinks, fantastic bartenders, some rowdy locals who like to have a good time, and a fun stop for folks passing through. LGBT friendly. This is a very loving place. Come for a drink & stay a while. This bar is a social hub for the valley, and the new owner has done a nice job keeping the spirit of the Paper Mill alive.”

“The food, the presentation, the service.”

“Great Food Great Vibe😀”

“Highly recommend this hidden gem!
We had a wonderful Father’s Day dinner here, and everything exceeded our expectations. The waitstaff and the friendly girls at the door who seated us were all fantastic—warm, attentive, and genuinely welcoming. Everyone took the time to explain the specials and answer questions, which made the experience feel personal and special. 
The portions were generous and the food was incredibly fresh and flavorful. As a nice touch, they even took a Polaroid picture of us with their own camera to commemorate the occasion—what a thoughtful gesture!
This was a great dinner overall, and we’ll definitely be back. Perfect spot for a memorable meal with family. Thank you to the whole team!”

“woah. i dont really say real deal but real f***** deal. well balanced. superb quality. exceptional service and presentation. clean flavors. first time I have actually been left utterly speechless. 5 stars. 5 forks. whatever. this place is the jam......”

“The food was absolutely delicious, and I genuinely enjoyed every bite. Everything was flavorful and well prepared, and I had a great dining experience overall.

That said, I found the price to be very high compared to the portion and what you actually get. The food was definitely good, but at this price point, I’m not sure the value is there for me.

I really enjoyed the meal, but I’ll have to think twice about whether I would come back again because of the price.”

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

“I had their scones and they were incredible one savory and one sweet fabulous! The photo is of the cherry chocolate scone”

“Amazing place all the way around 🙌🏼”

“marvelous! Everything was superb. The brussel sprout salad was delicious. the main courses fantastic. I had the clams they were delicate and perfectly cooked. service was super friendly. prices are very reasonable. I would frequent this place if I lived here. you should go!!”

“Good atmosphere Great food and service”

“I love this place. Best cocktails in Marin, new items on the menu often and I’ve yet to have something I didn’t love. The staff have a bright and welcoming energy and I’ve met quite a few interesting people sitting at the bar. Great place to start or finish the night!”

“What a hidden gem! We stopped in for a few small plates and dessert. The Buffalo Cali wings are the best!”

“The food and wine are fantastic!”

“Ordered the mini Tortes during the Covid-19 stay time and got them in 24 hours at home and they were incredible! Well with it. Recommend for those gluten free and they have vegan friendly items!!”

“Talked myself into trying something different today... Fried chicken thighs and it wasn't up to par as the pork belly is. The chicken may have been over bribed as I found it real salty :-(”

“The food was amazing! The chicken was crispy and had the perfect amount of spice. Everything tasted fresh, and the service was great too. Definitely one of my favorite spots for chicken.”

“Great food…..great service….over the top….”

“Why don't the cookies taste amazing? The snickers cookie didn't taste very peanuty. I tried a couple other flavors that were okay. What is the hype about?”

“Thank you to Tien and team for a wonderful breakfast and even better service! You were so accommodating to our daughter’s allergy and we felt so well taken care of. Even our dog had her own water dish. We’re so glad you’re part of the Novato community!”

“Such fresh good food. I made my own scramble it was beyond delicious!!!”

“Perfect Bolinas experience! Loved the clam chowder, sourdough from their bakery, and fish and chips with fresh salmon. Great food, lovely patio, friendly people - I'll be back!”

“Awesome Food and kind staff!”

“Love most of all is its quiet ,clean , friendly ,cozy ,country ambience . Having early breakfast or brunch there is a big treat for me, every time. It is also a perfect place for intimate get together with friends or family alike to unwind or just relax. It goes without saying , I love their menu offerings.Muy delicioso!!!”

“love love love it here! my mom and I stayed in fairfax for a whole week and we ate here several times. food is amazing, atmosphere is amazing, staff is amazing. special shout out to our main man Ty who remembered us by name and was always super fun and friendly every time we came in. he may even play you a few songs on his guitar if you’re lucky. this place was definitely a highlight of our trip and i’ll miss going there when we leave. we could also tell that this place is a huge hit with the locals which is always nice to see. thanks for all of the great food, drinks, conversations, and songs Barefoot Cafe! until next time! -Ebony”

“This has been the hot spot since I was a baby and is still phenomenal! Even after all my travels and taste testing of different types places, I always return here. I also love that it is all homemade and love to support this little local treasure ✨”

“Finnegan's Marin Thank you for supporting the Lucky Run to benefit Novato High School's Safe & Sober Grad Night. We appreciate you! Safe and Sober Grad of Novato”

“A lovely organic vegetarian Italian trattoria on charming Ross Common. It is in a nice old building with lots of light. Many vegan options and deserts. Has a separate dedicated vegan pizza menu. Updated from previous review on 2026-04-08”

“Great place to have a delicious dinner, friendly staff and amazing food.”