Floating out over the bay, Scoma's of Sausalito is an enchanting and romantic destination that's popular with both locals and visitors alike. Family owned for almost forty years, Scoma's is rich in history, but modern in its approach, serving fresh seafood daily in one of the most endearing and charming spots in the entire Bay Area. It's the Italian Riviera, right here in Sausalito!
Scoma's delights with steaming whole crabs, rich hearty chowders, perfectly grilled seasonal fish and house specialties, like the Shellfish Sauté, brimming with crab legs, prawns, scallops and clams. Seasonal fresh offerings and perennial favorites keep the menu as lively and colorful as the daily catch.
Don't Miss: Dungeness Crab Fettuccini, Alaskan Halibut, Porcini & Crimini Mushroom Soup, Lime Panna Cotta
Executive chef Benjamin Balesteri changes the Italian menu daily, providing space to feature seasonal and local fish such as grilled Half Moon Bay sardines with Poggio garden-sourced favas or pretrale sole with butter beans and fines herbs. Tuscan gnudi with beef ragù is a long-running favorite, as is the confit of duck leg salad with the day’s lettuces. Poggio’s broad arched entryways and heated patio permit great people watching. Inside, wide booths the color of saddle leather make conversations seem private.
Be sure to spend a moment at the bar. Whether or not famed bartender Tony Diiorio is in the house, the go-to order is a Toni Negroni. You can thank us later.
Don’t Miss: Vitello Tonnato, Tajarin Pasta, Maiale, Wood-fired Flat Bread
Situated on a spit of land jutting into Richardson Bay, the views – yes, of spinnakers, but also of the San Francisco skyline – are fantastic, helped by the floor-to-ceiling windows. Indulge in a peach Bellini and a seafood Caesar with scallops and shrimp and marvel at your good fortune to be seated here. For land lubbers, there’s chicken parm and a bone-in pork chop with polenta and asparagus but pay attention to the seafood-focused menu. Thick with halibut, clams and mussels, bouillabaisse arrives with remoulade and garlic bread, crab mac and cheese is run under the broiler to crisp the parmesan and bread crumb topping, and clam chowder whispers of Boston with a touch of whole milk. When the sun hits the bay on its way down, the light in the room is simply magical.
Don’t Miss: Dungeness Crab Louie, Linguini with Clams, Angel Island Chocolate Lava Cake
Even before Steve Jobs famously made a reservation here during a 2007-ish
product demo, the perennial Michelin Bib Gourmand winner and top restaurant in any number of lists (Bay Area, sushi, Japanese, etc.) was beloved in the Bay Area. The restaurant’s attention to craft, seasonal sushi, innovative flavors, and balance between sushi and Pacific cuisine makes it a must-visit since it opened in 1986.
We almost always favor whatever is on the omakase menu but if you’ve never been, don’t miss the miso-glazed black cod and ikura chawanmushi. We urge you to make a reservation or risk the line.
Don’t Miss: Omakase, Zuke Chu Toro, Kasugodai, Bafun Uni, Hon Maguro
Steeped in rock n’ roll royalty lore, this historic waterfront restaurant and bar — once owned by The Kingston Trio — is the birthplace of the Tequila Sunrise - a cocktail created by bartender Bobby Lozoff for Mick Jagger of The Rolling Stones one crazy night. The drink continued to gain in popularity with the Stones’ “Cocaine and Tequila Sunrise” world tour.
With panoramic views of the Bay like these, you better believe the seafood is fresh and delicious. Diners gravitate to their famous Cioppino, but the kitchen also serves an array of sandwiches, shrimp Louie, and surf & turf dishes. In keeping with its musical roots, the restaurant hosts Trident Fridays with live music + happy hour specials (5pm - 8pm). We can't think of a better way to end the day than sipping on a tasty Trident Sunrise while enjoying a Sausalito sunset.
Don't Miss: Cioppino, Shrimp Po' Boy, Dungeness Crab Louie, Salmon Hash & Eggs
