Guidebook for Novato
Food Scene
Great winery with views of Carnaros and the Infineon Raceway. Full kitchen for great pairings make for a great relaxing afternoon.
36 locals recommend
Ram's Gate Winery
28700 Arnold DrGreat winery with views of Carnaros and the Infineon Raceway. Full kitchen for great pairings make for a great relaxing afternoon.
Great sparking house still owned by same group as Moët & Chandon and the famous Dom Pérignon.
Étoile is a GREAT restaurant. Save your times and money, skip the fancy spots nearby and Étoile
31 locals recommend
Domaine Chandon
1 California DrGreat sparking house still owned by same group as Moët & Chandon and the famous Dom Pérignon.
Étoile is a GREAT restaurant. Save your times and money, skip the fancy spots nearby and Étoile
The LAMB BURGER is AWESOME. Its a butcher / meat shop - but there is a short menu of items to eat on-premises on a collection of small tables inside - or eat outside. Duck fat fries - YUM!
10 locals recommend
Marin Sun Farms
10905 Shoreline HwyThe LAMB BURGER is AWESOME. Its a butcher / meat shop - but there is a short menu of items to eat on-premises on a collection of small tables inside - or eat outside. Duck fat fries - YUM!
Fresh oysters right out of the water, local and fresh. Eat raw or bbq'd on the beach, it's an experience you simply must enjoy.
118 locals recommend
Hog Island Oyster Co
20215 Shoreline HwyFresh oysters right out of the water, local and fresh. Eat raw or bbq'd on the beach, it's an experience you simply must enjoy.
Pub that has some of the best food in Novato. Great drinks, the Irish Poppers are a must try, and fish specials never disappoint.
18 locals recommend
Finnegan's Marin Restaurant & Bar
877 Grant AvePub that has some of the best food in Novato. Great drinks, the Irish Poppers are a must try, and fish specials never disappoint.
If you want a casual yet upscale brunch, lunch, or dinner - this is the spot. Remodeled a few years ago, new chef and great menu options. Sit at a window, or on the patio for a great view.
8 locals recommend
Hilltop 1892
850 Lamont AveIf you want a casual yet upscale brunch, lunch, or dinner - this is the spot. Remodeled a few years ago, new chef and great menu options. Sit at a window, or on the patio for a great view.
Boca Pizzeria
454 Ignacio BlvdIf you like Italian pizza, go. Nice staff and tasty menu.
Arts & Culture
Great collection of racing events; Motorcycle, NHRA, Sonoma Drift, World Touring Championship, Drag Racing, and Racing School
35 locals recommend
Sonoma Raceway
29355 Arnold DrGreat collection of racing events; Motorcycle, NHRA, Sonoma Drift, World Touring Championship, Drag Racing, and Racing School
Sightseeing
Some great wine and the best in-vineyard tasting room around. You can view the vines that produced almost each glass.
12 locals recommend
Cuvaison Estate Wines
1221 Duhig RdSome great wine and the best in-vineyard tasting room around. You can view the vines that produced almost each glass.
One of our favorite wineries. Get a cheese plate and sit on the outdoor patio, views of the valley, hills, and the bay - on a clear day you can see Oakland and more.
52 locals recommend
Artesa Vineyards & Winery
1345 Henry RdOne of our favorite wineries. Get a cheese plate and sit on the outdoor patio, views of the valley, hills, and the bay - on a clear day you can see Oakland and more.
GO! There is a great collection of modern art, lots of post-wwII impressionist that is moving. Wines are all premium. Ask me about pairings available.
26 locals recommend
The Hess Collection Winery & Art Museum
4411 Redwood RdGO! There is a great collection of modern art, lots of post-wwII impressionist that is moving. Wines are all premium. Ask me about pairings available.
Cute little town, and good launch spot to all kinds of places in west marin.
156 locals recommend
Point Reyes Station
Cute little town, and good launch spot to all kinds of places in west marin.
Famous Frank Lloyd Wright designed campus, the unique features reflect the Marin County uniqueness. Visit inside and out to see this jewel in Marin. Walk from the hillside right onto the roof!
Civic Center Drive
Civic Center DriveFamous Frank Lloyd Wright designed campus, the unique features reflect the Marin County uniqueness. Visit inside and out to see this jewel in Marin. Walk from the hillside right onto the roof!
Trek Winery
1026 Machin AveWinery located a short walk away. Evening entertainment.
Great hiking trails, beautiful views. Low impact to high impact spots to pick from - something for everyone.
Indian Tree Open Space Preserve
Great hiking trails, beautiful views. Low impact to high impact spots to pick from - something for everyone.
Rush Creek Preserve
Mostly flat hiking trail - take your camera, you will want pictures.
Shopping
Downtown Novato Shopping Center
Great collection of little shops and cafes. Nice short walk (7mins).