36 Best Dog Friendly Restaurants Novato

“perfect balance of spice and flavor.

I ordered the medium heat level, which had a great kick but wasn’t overpowering. For those looking for a real challenge, they have hotter options too, but beware – it’s not for the faint of heart! The sides were a nice complement, especially the creamy mac and cheese and tangy coleslaw, which helped cool things down.

The atmosphere was casual and laid-back, making it a great spot for a quick bite with friends or a casual lunch. The staff was friendly and happy to explain the menu for first-timers. One small downside was the wait time during peak hours, but it’s worth it for fresh, made-to-order food.

Overall, if you’re a fan of hot chicken or just looking to spice up your meal, Faces Hot Chicken is the place to be. Just make sure you come prepared for the heat!

Rating: 4.5/5

Feel free to tweak this based on your experience!“

“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!!!“

“* Returned in October 2025, and bringing up the Star rating. Broth was tasty in the tonkatsu ramen and very filling. Chicken Curry dish was good. They turned off some of the overhead lights to help with a “not so bright room” Good call! *

Review when they first opened:
Do you ever find yourself craving ramen or something Asian? I am so happy that this spot opened up in Novato! We had the edamame (glad they serve it warm), the curry chicken katsu don and tonkatsu miso ramen. You can control the spiciness in your dish by adding their homemade chili oil!“

“Awesome Food and kind staff!“

“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!“

“stellar grub weather it's the weekday or weekend“

“Italian Delite Submarine Sandwiches Thank you 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“

“First timers here, but it won't be my last. Absolutely one of the freshest and most tasteful sushi restaurants I have been to in a long time. I ate 6-7 dishes (try the scallops special off-menu), and everything was fantastic. The owner and her staff are very gracious making the dining experience even more pleasant. Go try it. You won't be disappointed.“

“Great down to earth staff A very chilled spot to hang out and enjoy craft beer Has music & Tvs watch sports Delicious craft beer“

“Only popped in for a quick coffee during our drive but had to right a review! I got a dirty chai and it was MAGICAL!!! Absolutely delicious! My boyfriend got a black coffee and it was very good as well! Great place to stop for coffee! Didn't get a chance to try the food - next time! :)“

“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“

“Very nice restaurant with plenty of room for indoor/outdoor gatherings. The food and service was excellent. I will be returning soon! 😊“

“Wonderful dining experience. The food, service and ambiance was outstanding. What a jewel on the hill.“

“Great vibe, good beer and wine, fun venue for live music.“

“pistachio crusted salmon was excellent. service was spot on. wine was excellent.“

“We had a delicious breakfast this AM at Sam’s Place Service fantastic.. everything was fresh .. Will be back again for sure !!“

“Best Italian food in town“

“This boba place just opened up. The owners are very lovely! Shout out to Lee and his wife.
The aesthetic is so simple and cutesy! They have a lot of varieties! And would be a great place to go on a nice date with your partner. In this photo I got a the house boba. I love citrus things so this one is the way to go! I personally haven't tasted their honey boba yet but I bet they are delicious! I got their house lemonade with lychee boba! I say try it with the lychee jelly, it won't disappoint! Highly recommend! (Made my husband pose for the picture)“

“Love Henhouse and was stoked to try this new addition to their fleet of vibey taprooms.

The space is broken out into two areas, a food court with Hot Boys Chicken (awesome local fried chicken chain) on one side, and next door the namesake record room/bar.

We got a few beers in the record room, as the name suggests they've got the servers also making selections on the 1's and 2's which was a fun dynamic. Overall the atmosphere was good and the beers were solid per usual.

-1 star for our server being a little rude and pushy when we asked for a simple recommendation from the tap list.“

“Excellent flexible and happy to work with you. During this time of physical distancing- they made it easy to gather sweets for home bound treats! #shopNovatoLocal“

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

“Eclectic restaurant in the old part of Hamilton field. Inside and outside seating. Really good and fresh calamari, where you can actually taste the squid. Fish tacos are excellent, fresh fish perfectly cooked and good value. Shrimp tacos were also good. Fettuccine jambalaya had a well developed sauce with a good mix of proteins. Finished with a Snickers cheesecake and strawberry pavlova, both excellent. Service was good with very friendly staff. Only downside was the smell of the deep fat fryer, probably should have sat outside. Recommended and will return.“

“Fast to order and deliver to the table. Young lady taking the order was efficient and kind. Lots of parking and seating. All level ground. Clean restrooms. I got the teriyaki salmon on the fried rice with veggies. Outstanding!“

“Always appreciate organic healthy vegan food that is delicious as well! If you're vegan, however, be constantly aware that they have dairy. The staff is quite knowledgeable, which helps, and always willing to ask the kitchen if they don't know. The metal chairs scraping on the concrete floors are ear piercing. Try to sit outside away from the noise.“

“Lockdown YUM- Thank you! 😷😋“

“Todo esta súper Rico la verdad 💯 recomendable“

“Made a lunch stop with good friends. We had the restaurant almost to ourselves. Great decor and great service. I’ll be sure to go back if I’m ever in Novato!!“

“Excellent food in cozy atmosphere.“

“Good beer, tasty food and live music...what's not to love? Can't wait to get back in!“

“What a wonderful experience it's our second time going to this restaurant and it does not disappoint. The food was wonderful. The service is excellent. All the staff is so friendly and accommodating. I couldn't say enough nice things about our evening. I'm so thrilled that we found this place and it will be our favorite Italian restaurant in the North Bay! If you haven't showed up there, you should give it a shot. You will not be disappointed.“

“a family favorite and regular go to. today the meal was exceptional and the horchata was a real treat. we've been coming here for years if not decades and will keep coming as the food is so fresh and the salsas are very flavorful and perfect spice levels. ♡wayne“

“I had a super steak burrito on three separate occasions and throughly enjoyed the burrito every time. Top 5 burritos I've ever tried and I've tried most of them from the bay, says a lot. The meat has a nice smoky flavor and the hananero salsa was on point“

“I enjoy going by this shop for my smoothie. The Kids work hard to make your drink. I appreciate all that you do for our community Brad Beedle“

“Great food :) and good service“

“I had never heard of this restaurant (or been in downtown Novato) and didn't realize it had multiple locations. The entire menu sounded delicious. I got the ahi salad and was so happy with it. Staff was super friendly and the atmosphere was chill. I will absolutely be going back.“

“I was there with 11 other people and we all got our food within about 10 minutes of ordering which was surprising and I was expecting it to effect the food quality but it just might be the best Mexican food I have ever had and the workers were super kind and the best lemonade I’ve ever had as well, was maybe a tiny bit too sweet but that’s fine I’d highly recommend it, it’s so worth the money“