Krista's Guidebook

Krista
Krista's Guidebook

Food scene

Love the extensive list of medicinal elixirs and teas here. There’s often wonderful live music on Fridays and Saturday nights. Be prepared to get cozy...this place is usually packed on weekends.
22 locals recommend
Wu Wei Tea Temple
1820 Sir Francis Drake Blvd
22 locals recommend
Love the extensive list of medicinal elixirs and teas here. There’s often wonderful live music on Fridays and Saturday nights. Be prepared to get cozy...this place is usually packed on weekends.
Wonderful menu and phenomenal views right on the water. Love the Henriot champagne served with their daily selection of fresh oysters. Must try the BBQ oysters!!
37 locals recommend
Tony's Seafood Restaurant
18863 Shoreline Hwy
37 locals recommend
Wonderful menu and phenomenal views right on the water. Love the Henriot champagne served with their daily selection of fresh oysters. Must try the BBQ oysters!!
Excellent Indian food and a cozy atmosphere adorned with authentic Indian art.
33 locals recommend
Lotus Cuisine of India
812 4th St
33 locals recommend
Excellent Indian food and a cozy atmosphere adorned with authentic Indian art.
Love the skirt steak! Cozy atmosphere with fireplace. Top notch ingredients.
103 locals recommend
Buckeye Roadhouse
15 Shoreline Hwy
103 locals recommend
Love the skirt steak! Cozy atmosphere with fireplace. Top notch ingredients.
Incredible Italian dishes with charming atmosphere. Feels like Little Italy in NYC. Favorites: local red wine blend, Pasta primavera & cheesecake.
29 locals recommend
Fradelizio's Ristorante
35 Broadway
29 locals recommend
Incredible Italian dishes with charming atmosphere. Feels like Little Italy in NYC. Favorites: local red wine blend, Pasta primavera & cheesecake.
Elegant atmosphere, a true foodie spot.
52 locals recommend
Farmshop
2233 Larkspur Landing Cir
52 locals recommend
Elegant atmosphere, a true foodie spot.
Wonderful Puerto Rican food...a fun local spot. Be prepared to wait in line at least 10 minutes for dining in. Otherwise go for take out!
226 locals recommend
Sol Food
903 Lincoln Ave
226 locals recommend
Wonderful Puerto Rican food...a fun local spot. Be prepared to wait in line at least 10 minutes for dining in. Otherwise go for take out!
This place has phenomenal flavors...it’s always packed. Recommend getting there close to 5pm when they open , otherwise be prepared to stand in line 10-15 minutes.
20 locals recommend
Burmatown
18 Corte Madera Ave
20 locals recommend
This place has phenomenal flavors...it’s always packed. Recommend getting there close to 5pm when they open , otherwise be prepared to stand in line 10-15 minutes.

Entertainment / music

So much fun! Local live music almost every night. A great stop on the way back from a day trip to Tomales Bay.
13 locals recommend
Papermill Creek Saloon
1 Castro St
13 locals recommend
So much fun! Local live music almost every night. A great stop on the way back from a day trip to Tomales Bay.
The old stomping grounds of the Grateful Dead. Wonderful outdoor/indoor bar along the canals in San Rafael. Live music almost every night.
98 locals recommend
Terrapin Crossroads
100 Yacht Club Dr
98 locals recommend
The old stomping grounds of the Grateful Dead. Wonderful outdoor/indoor bar along the canals in San Rafael. Live music almost every night.
Fun venue for live music...
166 locals recommend
Sweetwater Music Hall
19 Corte Madera Ave
166 locals recommend
Fun venue for live music...

Hiking

Some favorite hikes....
103 locals recommend
Tennessee Valley Trailhead
591 Tennessee Valley Road
103 locals recommend
The trail for San Pedro mountain is just a 5-7 minute walk down the road from our place. The trailhead is at the intersection of Highland Drive and Margarita Drive. A lovely meander through Eucalyptus trees to reach stunning views of the valley and of Mount Tam. There are both moderate and advanced trail options from the main trail.
San Pedro Ridge Fire Road
San Pedro Ridge Fire Road
The trail for San Pedro mountain is just a 5-7 minute walk down the road from our place. The trailhead is at the intersection of Highland Drive and Margarita Drive. A lovely meander through Eucalyptus trees to reach stunning views of the valley and of Mount Tam. There are both moderate and advanced trail options from the main trail.
Gorgeous views of the Bay & valley. Just a 10 minute drive from Veritas Vista.
Big Rock Trail
Big Rock Trail
Gorgeous views of the Bay & valley. Just a 10 minute drive from Veritas Vista.
Gorgeous beach hike.
58 locals recommend
Rodeo Beach
Mitchell Rd
58 locals recommend
Gorgeous beach hike.

Brunch / Breakfast

Great brunch spot with indoor/outdoor seating.
12 locals recommend
Woodlands Cafe
799 College Ave
12 locals recommend
Great brunch spot with indoor/outdoor seating.
Wonderful views of the bay and tasty brunch options. Love the mushroom omelette here.
45 locals recommend
Barrel House Tavern
660 Bridgeway
45 locals recommend
Wonderful views of the bay and tasty brunch options. Love the mushroom omelette here.
Fabulous for brunch & lunch....the owners are locals are put lots of love into everything they do.
20 locals recommend
Farm House Local
25 Ward St
20 locals recommend
Fabulous for brunch & lunch....the owners are locals are put lots of love into everything they do.
Delicious pastries and other breakfast goodies.
60 locals recommend
M.H.Bread and Butter
101 San Anselmo Ave
60 locals recommend
Delicious pastries and other breakfast goodies.
Best espresso, delicious pastries, soups, sandwiches etc
77 locals recommend
Rustic Bakery
2017 Larkspur Landing Cir
77 locals recommend
Best espresso, delicious pastries, soups, sandwiches etc

Vineyards / Wine tasting

24 locals recommend
Navarro Vineyards & Winery
5601 CA-128
24 locals recommend