Playa

Since opening in 2016, Mill Valley's Playa has become a North Bay favorite, earning accolades such as a three-star review from the San Francisco Chronicle and recognition on the Michelin Guide’s Bib Gourmand list in 2024 & 2025. Chef Michael Siegel's menu celebrates bold, vibrant flavors and honors the Mexican tradition of shared meals. 

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The menu consists of Antojitos (snacks); Mariscos (seafood)

Platos Fuertes (main dishes) and Masa (corn-based dishes). Highlights include spicy Albondigas with pork and beef meatballs with chipotle-tomato salsa; vegetarian Chile Relleno with ancho chile, potato, plantain, tofu “chorizo” with black beans and a cashew crema; and the indulgent Molcajete—a sizzling volcanic rock bowl of skirt steak, prawns and house made chorizo topped with panela cheese, nopales and roasted tomato chipotle salsa. A handful of refreshing Mariscos range from ceviche and Hamachi crudo to ahi tostadas and jumbo shrimp with grilled jalapenos and lime butter. Standouts in the Masa section include the Tlacoyo, stuffed with delicata squash and salsa, and the Suadero, a crispy jalapeño tortilla filled with brisket, salsa de chilaca peppers, purple daikon and avocado. 

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Complementing the menu is a vibrant cocktail program. Signature drinks include the Santa Madre with mezcal and pineapple syrup, and the Smokin’ Mirror, a Mexican twist on a Manhattan. Classic margaritas, Palomas, and Chihuahuan Sotol-inspired cocktails round out the offerings. Tasty non-alcoholic beverages are also available.