The North Bay is known for being a food lover’s heaven – with world-class dining options in Marin and Sonoma counties including Michelin star recipients French Laundry in Yountville (the only three-star), Cyrus in Healdsburg, The Restaurant at Meadowood in St. Helena, and Murray Circle in Sausalito, just to name a few of the crème-de-la-crème. The North Bay also offers some of the most amazing scenery in the world – golden rolling hills and mountains, the sparkling bay and priceless San Francisco cityscapes. So it’s no surprise that there are also several dining options that bridge delicious cuisine with one-of-a-kind views. Whether celebrating an anniversary, birthday or milestone, it’s not difficult to find a place that will satisfy all your senses.

Once the site of US army barracks, Cavallo Point at Fort Baker is now a complete resort facility located at the base of the Golden Gate Bridge, offering captivating views of the Bridge, the bay and the San Francisco skyline. The restaurant at Cavallo Point, Murray Circle, also just happens to be one of Northern California’s top dining destinations – and the proud recipient of a Michelin-star rating. The dining room is elegant and inviting with large, paned windows looking out over the water. Outside, there’s porch seating for a more intimate view of the Golden Gate. You can also visit Farley’s Bar at Cavallo Point if you prefer to enjoy just a glass of wine or a cocktail while you drink in the view.

The town of Sausalito has several other restaurants which boast views, just head to Bridgeway for a sampling. Our other Sausalito favorite, however, is Le Garage, which is tucked off the main drag. Serving fabulous French bistro-style fare, Le Garage opens to an outdoor patio which overlooks the harbor. Who knew eating in a garage could be such an appealing experience?

Like Sausalito, Tiburon’s waterfront location serves up stunning vistas. Strolling along Main Street in downtown Tiburon you can choose from Guaymas, Caprice, Servino, and Sam’s Anchor Café, a local institution. Each of these restaurants overlooks Raccoon Straits and beyond to Angel Island and San Francisco.

For a more secluded, rustic feel, visit the Mountain Home Inn atop Mt. Tamalpais. This mountain lodge is described as a “bird’s nest” and boasts a large view deck where you can sit amongst the Redwoods. Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner, and offering full bar service, you can pop in before or after a hike or make a dinner reservation for a quiet romantic evening.

For more fine dining options in the North Bay, check out the San Francisco Chronicle’s annual list of Top 100 Restaurants.

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Posted by:  Frank Howard Allen Realtors