Marin County Thanksgiving: A Local’s Guide to the Best Eateries

Thanksgiving dinner is a tradition shared by many, a time to be grateful for good food and even better company. 

Marin County has a wide variety of restaurants and eateries offering prixe fixe menus to mark the special occasion. Ranging from high end, to cozy family spots not unlike your living room, these eateries bring the joy of a shared meal with none of the stress.

Compiled below is a list of our personal favorite restaurants in Marin County offering unique culinary experiences this Thanksgiving.

Insalata’s

Voted one of Marin County’s Best Restaurants by the Chronicle, Insalata’s has been bringing its signature Mediterranean taste to San Anselmo for nearly 30 years. Their 4-course $78 Thanksgiving menu offers modern fare such as a fruit speckled treviso salad and a baklava cheesecake, as well as familiar favorites. Insalata’s promises to bring fusion and variation to the typical holiday spread, including vegan and children’s options on the day.

Insalata’s is also offering Thanksgiving take out to be picked up by November 22nd. 

Buckeye Roadhouse

With an emphasis on fresh, local ingredients, Buckeye Roadhouse elevates fine dining to suit contemporary Californian tastes. The picturesque Marin County spot guarantees the utmost quality in their $95 Prixe fixe Thanksgiving menu. You can choose to soak in surrounding views from their patio seating, or get cozy in their welcoming dining room. 

Le Garage

This Sausalito waterfront haunt, also commended by SF Chronicle, offers the most budget-friendly Thanksgiving menu on our list. The 3-courses at $55 per person includes some rich french bistro flavors added to classics such as turkey and salmon. Le Garage is extremely accessible, being only a twenty minute walk from the ferry.

Paseo Bistro

After 75 years in Mill Valley, this Californian bistro has mastered the culinary arts. Their Thanksgiving menu is a straightforward 3-course affair encompassing the typical fall vegetables, all locally sourced. At $90, this is one of the pricier options in Marin County, but considering the emphasis placed on artisanal ingredients, it is guaranteed to be a luxurious experience.

Left Bank

Finally, there is Left Bank’s Larkspur location. This is a hub for Southern French cuisine, emulating the creativity and vibrancy of Parisian dining. This year’s 4-course menu utilizes seasonal fruit and vegetables, with a highlight being their sweet but savory vegetarian Panisse. There is also a 2-course option for kids 12 years and younger for a budget-friendly $15.00.