50 Best American Restaurants near Sausalito

“We had a great experience! We were walking and randomly came in. They have a happy hour Monday-Friday from 12 to 9 with a cocktail of the day for $10. They have some appetizers most for $10. The ceviche is a must! Chloe was amazing! Made reservations for dinner later!“

“food was very good. good location for big groups“

“This place is an awesome neighborhood cafe. The food is seriously good!!! I bet 90% of the business is local.

We checked google maps for 4.5 star or better and this place was on the list. The menu looked interesting. We were visiting from Phoenix and had been eating really heavy for the past few days (I think we gained 5lbs!). We wanted something light and different.

I had the turkey club with clam chowder. Very yummy, chowder was not as creamy as you would expect but was very fresh tasting, very good!!

Wife had the lobster and crab melt. Normally I would avoid this, I immediately think of a frozen old tasting seafood mix with cheese on toast. This sandwich was delicious!!!!!! Seafood was very fresh!!

The oldest had the Ultimate Breakfast, fluffy pancakes and everything cooked perfectly!!

The youngest had the Angus cheeseburger. He said it was very good and finished his meal before everyone else!!!

This place is a great neighborhood cafe with delicious food!!“

“Excellent place to try! Great staff and great food“

“Outstanding restaurant. My husband was in a wheelchair and they were extremely accommodating! The scallops were perfectly prepared and sat upon the best risotto I have ever had! The cocktails were refreshing and beautifully presented. They surprised us with a delicious complimentary crème brûlée for our Anniversary! Again...this is a MUST go to restaurant for foodies who want a gorgeous view of ocean on top of amazing food and drink!“

“We were driving through saucalito and stopped for some breakfast, ordered some orange juice, eggs benedict, pancakes, and smoked salmon open faced sandwich. Eggs benedict were delicious and poached perfectly, sauce was delicious as well. OJ was delicious and freshly squeezed, fruit was fresh, pancakes were delicious. Cute atmosphere and comfy casual tables.
Definitely recommend!“

“Elizabeth is a wonderful waitress who catered to our every need and gave us a taste of every sauce on the menu that went with our delicious burgers, fries & onion rings! We stopped in on 11/2 during a cruise stop.“

“Was strolling through the Sausalito neighborhood and decided to stop here for a quick lunch. The location is fantastic, overlooking the bay!

Parking can be a bit tricky, especially on weekends. There are a few public lots nearby, but they can fill up quickly. I went on a weekday so I got street parking in a walkable distance.

As for the food, I ordered fish and chips and a beer. The portions are generous, making it great value for the price.“

“Great atmosphere, nice servers, amazing view, can bring your pup to the outdoor seating area!“

“We had dinner there and the food was delicious…. The fried quail was the star. The starters were excellent. Very recommended restaurant“

“Last time I went to Liholiho was pre covid and the food and atmosphere is of the same caliber! Exceptional food and service. Loved the playlist it truly added to the ambiance because. Overall great experience.

Parking: Parking lot right across the street

Kid-friendliness: We had our 5 yo and she enjoyed dinner.“

“We liked it much more than State bird next door!
Loved the vibe and decor. Short-ish menu but everything was good. Yes get the duck and yes it’s huge. Brown butter seaweed noodles was another highlight.
Overall solid spot, we weren’t disappointed although might not come back as nothing was too impressive either.“

“Great food and ambience here!“

“My friend, Mike, who lives nearby with his wife, raved about it so much that my BF and I decided to come after a short trip to Marin. It was everything that he described and more. It was fantastic! Excellent food and atmosphere. Will definitely add to my list of favorites and will recommend to my Palo Alto friends!“

“A great way to experience a four course meal at an affordable price, with delicious food. We will definitely be back.“

“Amazing dining experience. Worth the price“

“I cannot say enough good things about this restaurant. I am a business owner a few doors down and I wandered in with a friend after work one night about a month ago. We were met with such incredible warmth from the staff and the environment itself, even without a reservation. We sat at the bar and were greeted by Josh, only to find out later that he is the owner. He made excellent recommendations on everything from our drinks to dessert. The bar didn’t feel isolated from the rest of the restaurant and guests, but rather was lively hub frequented by kitchen and serving staff and warmed by a smoldering wood fire. The coziest. We swooned for the poke appetizer, complete with house-made toasted, but not crisp, blue corn tortillas. The pork shoulder tacos—also to die for. I have to say though, that the star on the sidelines was the beans. I honestly didn’t know I could feel this way about beans…but I digress. Josh bounced around from table to table all night, never letting a single ball drop, making every guest feel like *his* guest. A pot de crème sealed the evening in perfect bliss. I’m back a month later with the same friend, eating different and somehow even more incredible entrees: ribeye, halibut and a rhubarb crisp for dessert. I scarcely ever take the time to write a review as I prefer to vote with my $ and my feet, but I simply couldn’t eat here again without taking the time to sing it’s praises. Eat here.“

“Very nice dining environment“

“Amazing food and service. Love this place!“

“Highly recommend! Great food“

“I work on the island and my xo workers and I go to mersea every Friday for some great drinks and delicious fish and chips and pizza. The fried broccoli appetizers are awesome as well! To top it off the owner always comes and says hi and I’m the staff is very pleasant!“

“Everything top to bottom was amazing! We were seated immediately and our server Steven was very knowledgeable about the menu and made amazing recommendations. We ordered the fried chicken sandwich was fantastic, so good. Hot and fresh, ask for some hot sauce on the side. You can tell they use fresh ingredients and things are cooked to order. The aesthetic is beautiful, and everything feels high end. Lastly, Nino visited our table and topped off our amazing experience! He was kind and extremely generous. I'll definitely be back, it's the perfect dinner location in the city with good food and amazing vibes. The views from the rooftop are hands down the best in the city.“

“Delicious food, wonderful atmosphere good service. Friendly staff.“

“just lovely! vegan friendly but the fried chicken was tops!“

“Food was absolutely amazing. First time in San Francisco and this was a great place to eat for the first time! Our server, Wes, was great as well and the food was served at the most perfect times.“

“Last Saturday we ordered a lot of food from the melt. The whole crew was working overtime and we all ordered multiple items and the crew absolutely killed it. Lady working the cashier was absolutely amazing. Sweetest lady ever. The cooks were amazing and they have a very good crew working. The only names I received were Mar, Janeka, Dom and Tone but everyone was incredible and we definitely will be back.“

“Really amazing dishes. Did not overly full. The meal started light and refreshing and a few heavy dishes at the end. It progressed really nicely. I would definitely consider coming back again. Some very creative dishes. Easy to find parking. It was a Sunday so free parking around.“

“Such a fun, iconic spot! I loved the atmosphere and it was really easy to find parking. The food was fantastic also, and I'd recommend in particular the bouillabaisse and the shrimp scampi.

The service, however, was lackadaisical. It took nearly an hour to get our food, and the server didn’t bring the appetizer first (in fact it didn't even arrive with the main meal). He seemed unconcerned about our experience.“

“Cocktails plus nibbles (oysters, onion rings)“

“The food in this restaurant is delicious, I hope you have time to try it.“

“I can’t recommend the Garden Cafe enough! I had a wonderful first experience here today having lunch. The food was delicious & nutritious- I got the Salmon Greek Salad (comes with garlic bread) and the “San Rafael Sunrise” drink, which is a juice including veggies and chia seeds. Lots of seating options indoors and outdoors with good lighting. Free wifi for those looking for a good study spot.
The service was AMAZING and contributed to creating such a friendly, inviting atmosphere. I have to give a special shout-out to Miguel, who was so gracious and apologetic about my juice being made wrong the first time. They were out of beets and I believe Miguel called someone and had more beets brought in while I was eating lunch so that I had a corrected juice with beets to enjoy before I finished eating! To be clear, I told Miguel it was completely fine that they were out of beets but he insisted it wasn’t fair to not get what I ordered and made sure I got my beet juice. I can vouch for how much the Garden Cafe values each customer there! I will be recommending to friends and coming back.“

“Read atmosphere increases wonderful, outdoor patio“

“The food, the presentation, the service.“

“Its been a while since I have been here. Loved it before, still loving it now. Food was excellent! Enjoyed the tuna tartare and the shrimp&lobster risotto! Shared the special apple bread pudding with cream! Service was attentive and thoughtful! The space beautiful in its natural light. Would always recommend.“

“awesome place to enjoy a great taste, great service and excellent menu, came over and give to your paladar a inolvidable delicious experience. Impresionante lugar para disfrutar de un gran sabor, un gran servicio y un excelente menú, ven y dale a tu paladar una deliciosa experiencia.“

“Delicious Breakfast at Pat's Café

I had a chance to stop by Pat's Cafe for breakfast during the work week. Even though I wasn't very hungry, the Polk Street Omelet caught my eye, so I ordered it along with a cup of regular coffee. The omelet is made with bacon, ham, bell peppers, onions, and cheddar cheese, and it comes with home fries and your choice of toast.

The coffee was still great! I loved its flavor, just as I did on my last visit a few years back. The omelet was as good as I hoped it would be. While sitting and sipping my coffee, I noticed how the staff interacted with other customers. I was so impressed with their attention to every table that I had to compliment Ricardo, who served my table, and the young lady who seemed to be the manager. They were both so attentive that it made me wish I could hire them if I were a restaurant owner!

The place is cozy and well-maintained. The service is excellent, the coffee is awesome, and the food is delicious.“

“What an amazing culinary experience! We had a three course meal. The waiter was very helpful, friendly and had great recommendations! I highly recommend this place if you're in San Francisco!“

“Great entertainment and hosts!!!“

“Celebrated my husband’s birthday at the Chocolate Factory Dinner. Really fun, interactive, very tasty and sooo inventive. Loved the food and wine pairing. We will be back!“

“Fab bar with a great range of booze and really friendly and helpful staff. Took the time to discuss UK vs USA measures and jiggers with me - fascinating!“

“Everything top to bottom was amazing! We were seated immediately and our server Steven was very knowledgeable about the menu and made amazing recommendations. We ordered the fried chicken sandwich was fantastic, so good. Hot and fresh, ask for some hot sauce on the side. You can tell they use fresh ingredients and things are cooked to order. The aesthetic is beautiful, and everything feels high end. Lastly, Nino visited our table and topped off our amazing experience! He was kind and extremely generous. I'll definitely be back, it's the perfect dinner location in the city with good food and amazing vibes. The views from the rooftop are hands down the best in the city.“

“Been to Hotel Mac many many times and never ever been disappointed. The menu often varies with excellence across the board. Just celebrated my 70th birthday there. Wonderful evening in a great atmosphere.“

“This is the perfect neighborhood restaurant, but also so much more than a neighborhood restaurant. The vibe is incredible - perfectly lit for a cozy, romantic evening. The food is incredible and the wine list is unmatched in SF. Not to be missed!“

“Holy Schnike!!! The food is incredibly delicious, the non-seafood versions I am getting are the most amazing tastes. The Wines paired with the dishes are inspired and spot on.“

“Excellent dining experience. Food and service were superb!“

“Food was good! Atmosphere was fun!“

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

“Loved loved the atmosphere and food“

“Visited this place with my family during our vacation in SF. Great place, food and friendly service. Very clean! Recommended and definitely would come again next time we visit the city.“

“We stopped here for breakfast last week. It was absolutely delicious. I had the veggie omelette with hash browns and my partner had the hot dogs with eggs and home fries. We both shared the biscuits and gravy and fresh squeezed orange juice. Highly recommend this place as it's one of the only brunch spots on this side of the city.“