Top 15 Budget-Friendly Restaurants Near You in San Rafael, CA

Suraj Sanyal The food was so good that I had to visit here 2 days in a row! Monica, the owner, was helpful and patient as we asked about the various menu options available. We had kimchi soup with banchan & a protein rice bowl with spicy pork, and both were excellent. The beverage options were great as well, including everything from Aloe Vera juice and Korean soft drinks to classics like coffee & boba tea.

B A I cant give this place enough praises . Every one of the staff is friendly and attentive . The food is savory , you have a lady making fresh and hot tortillas all day . We go on the weekends , buffet is our go to. Pozole is off the hook and you have all the ingredients to enhance your pozole experience. I noticed some people walk by the pozole curious about it , maybe Ill do a little video on how to pick your fixings like cilantro , onions , dried parsley , lime , cabbage , and maybe a little dried chilis if you like it spicy . I have to also suggest a maragarita or the micheladas. 5 stars all the way!!!

Luca Revelli Nice ambiance and decoration, well run restaurant thats paying attention to details. Waitress was very nice and friendly. Calamari fritti was really good, a light batter, and soft meet. Cioppino was great too, I cleaned out the plate. Easy parking behind the restaurant.

No Name This is absolutely delicious! Rich and flavorful food variety, naan is "perfectly fluffy and soft", all dishes are balanced combination of ingredients and spices.

John Monaco This is the best pizza I’ve had in California. As an Italian and CT native (where they have the best pizza in the country), this was absolutely delicious and authentic to the core. I hope this business does very well.

Michael Witt Excellent food, excellent service, every time. We’ve been here at least 10 times and have consistently enjoyed it. We’ve brought friends and relatives, and each one has loved the place. Menu is varied: noodle bowls, wood fired pizzas, crunchy chicken sandwich, calamari…and they take a “burger” to a whole new level (our family unanimously says it’s the best burger we’ve ever had). And if you like beer they have a great selection there as well. I recommend the altered state - but at 9% only one! We also love the vibe: you can come casual or polish up! High ceilings, wise lighting, strategic booth walls and level changes make the place seem larger than it is, yet cozy at the same time. My wife and I had the pleasure of meeting the owner Matt today. It was clear where the customer service culture comes from - he’s done a great job setting the tone. We’ll be back…again…and can’t recommend it enough.

0 0 I had the burger today. I have been eating here since they opened in the 1990s & this isnt the kind of place I generally order a burger; as they are known for their Italian food which is always delicious. My wife wanted bruschetta for her lunch which is always excellent but I wasnt in the mood for anything Italian so I had the burger. I can honestly say its one of the best in Marin County. The meat they use must be ribeye??? The bread is awesome they use too! I should have taken a picture of the burger & bruschetta to post.

Anna Butuzova I think their pancakes are nice, and I have been here twice and ordered the same sweet breakfast combo. They also have special drinks from Guatemala, a different typical drink every day. They also have oatmeal, if you are into that kind of thing. The menu is big.

Katy Cervantes We recently hosted a corporate event for Birkenstock here, and everything was absolutely fantastic! The food was delicious—I received multiple raves from our team about how good everything was. The service was excellent; the servers were attentive and made sure everyone’s drinks were always full. Planning the event was so easy thanks to Jon and Carroll. They catered to all our needs and communicated with us every step of the way. Whether you’re planning a corporate event or just looking for a great place to have dinner, this is the perfect spot. Highly recommend!

Juliette Isles We are regulars, as many are, and the staff always graciously greets us! Every time if asked for any dietary specifics, they kindly meet our needs. We have enjoyed the quality and flavour of our meals, and especially appreciate nothing being overly bearing. Our out-of-town guests enjoy it too!

Steve Ionescu What a wonderful spot in San Rafael. The food was absolutely fantastic. I had the seafood plate and it was incredible. The mozzarella fritta was crispy. Paired with two different sauces. The cheese ravioli with carbonara sauce and meatballs was a hit. Took some leftovers for lunch. If you get a chance to stop in. Make yourself at home and enjoy the wonderful flavors of Italy. Service was on point. Didn’t disappoint.

Baxley Emily (Wendland) This place is AMAZING! The food was absolutely delicious- I had salmon with mango salsa (I think called Salmon Marin). The food came out so fast and the staff was so kind and helpful. The atmosphere of this cafe feels like sitting on a friend’s porch. Very lovely and cozy. Definitely would recommend coming here.

Wendy Pierson Such a great place! I was really craving clam chowder and didn’t want to drive across the bridge to San Francisco, so I found this on Google with good reviews. It was a hidden gem, everything we ordered was delicious. The bruschetta, the clam chowder, the chicken Parmesan and the fettuccine bolognese were fantastic, our server was so friendly and fun! I definitely recommend, don’t judge a book by its cover, we will be back.

LY A canal staple. Never had a bad meal here. Staff was attentive and always so friendly. Try the breakfast burrito and sandwich on croissant (+$1.75) w/ their perfect crispy fries

_anj _n Great comfort food..plaintains are the hero here..the green plaintain dish mofongo had such a pleasant garlic punch...and the maduros as usual are always good..the chicken salad was fresh.