The flavors of Japan by way of Peru is at the heart of the new restaurant in the historic El Paseo space in downtown Mill Valley. Grab a seat on a cushy coach in the buzzy bar and order a Paseo Sour dressed with black sesame syrup, or a pineapple-forward Mika Punch. The drinks, designed to pair with Peru’s famous ceviches and hand rolls of crab or crispy pork belly, taste just as good inside by the fireplace or outside at a table in one of the restaurant’s numerous nooks and crannies, perfect for a moment’s pause or an intimate canoodle.
Pop in after a movie for a plate of gyoza or a Matcha Mille-Feuille. Heartier appetites can be sated with Lomo Saltado, Peru’s most-famous dish, Shrimp Fried Rice, a 12-ounce Wagyu NY Strip, or a mini-robata topped with anticuchos of your choice – salmon, octopus, and mushroom are just a few of the options. You’re in good hands with Lima native Wilmer Anaya (San Francisco’s La Mar Cebichería Peruana), who leads the kitchen.
Paris Baguette brings a delicious taste of neighborhood bakery culture to Novato! This inviting bakery café, which has multiple locations across the country, has taken over the old Moylan's Brewing Co. location, and is a sweet spot for everything from your morning coffee and pastry to a leisurely lunch or afternoon pick-me-up.
Step inside and discover an irresistible assortment of freshly baked breads, buttery croissants, decadent pastries, beautifully handcrafted cakes, and savory grab-and-go sandwiches and salads. Pair your favorite treat with a rich Lavazza coffee, creamy cappuccino, or refreshing iced latte.
Whether you're catching up with friends, grabbing a quick bite, celebrating a special occasion, or simply satisfying your sweet tooth, Paris Baguette serves up fresh flavors in a warm, welcoming atmosphere. It's a little slice of bakery heaven, right in the heart of Novato!
A beloved San Rafael institution is serving up a fresh new chapter. Tucked away in the charming Gerstle Park neighborhood, the historic Panama Hotel Restaurant has reopened with longtime chef Hiram Diaz at the helm, bringing new energy to a gathering place known for nearly a century of hospitality and small town charm.
The refreshed menu leans into California coastal cuisine with global influences, pairing colorful, thoughtfully prepared dishes with longtime Panama favorites. Highlights include Maria’s Pueblo Chicken Tortilla Soup; Mini Diver Scallop Tostadas with smashed avocado, red radishes, and pico de gallo;
the Ahi Tuna Ceviche with avocado, red onion, cucumber, cilantro, serrano-lime juice; and a Grilled Pork Chop served with risotto cake, seasonal vegetables, and apple salsa.
With its cozy historic dining rooms and intimate garden patio, the Panama feels both lively and romantic—an inviting spot for date night, dinner with friends or a special celebration.
There’s a new reason to stay out late in downtown Novato. The former Viking Cocktail Lounge has been reborn as Greystones Lounge, a family-run neighborhood watering hole bringing fresh energy—and plenty of live music—to the local nightlife scene.
Named after the small coastal town in Ireland where the owners’ family story began, Greystones mixes a little Irish soul with a distinctly Marin vibe. Think handcrafted cocktails, local craft beer and wine, billiards, art-covered walls and a stage showcasing local and touring musicians every Friday and Saturday, from acoustic sets to full bands.
And if you’d rather be the one holding the mic, Wednesdays are Karaoke Night with DJ Purple from 7–11 p.m., complete with live sax, no slow songs and no cover.
Whether you’re looking to catch a band, shoot some pool or simply settle in with a well-made cocktail, Greystones is pouring some welcome new life into downtown Novato’s after-dark scene.
New ownership, a refreshed dinner menu and new lunch service are among the highlights of changes enacted at the waterfront restaurant.
Brunch has morphed into an any day opportunity with an Adult Happy Meal that includes a BK Smash Burger, skinny fries, and a top shelf martini. The easy-breezy energy rolls through the lunch menu where lobster rolls, fish tacos, and fish & chips are accompanied by a “Full Sail” spritz menu and plentiful zero-proof options (a.k.a. “Dry Dock”).
Under Scottsdale-based Clive Collective, the dinner menu may be even more seafood-forward than before. New dishes like Hamachi Crudo or Herb Crusted Sea Bass with maitakes and pea puree are right at home alongside Jumbo Lump Crab Cakes, a Seafood Tower and Local Sole Meunière.
The wrap-around bar, expansive deck, and laid-back coastal seating arrangements remain intact.
