Best Dog Friendly Restaurants in Marin

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Cuisine

AmericanItalianSeafoodFrenchMexicanComfort Food

Regions

East BayMarinSan Francisco

Neighborhoods

Corte MaderaFairfaxFinancial District / EmbarcaderoMarina / Cow Hollow / PresidioMission DistrictNoe Valley

Top Rated

CharmingDog-friendlyGood for groupsGood for special occasionsGreat for brunchGreat for fine wines

Dining Options

All dining options

Delivery only

Takeout only

Seating Options

BarCounterStandardHigh TopOutdoor

Accessibility

Wheelchair access

23 restaurants available nearby

How are Featured results ranked

A photo of Flores - Corte Madera restaurant

1. Flores - Corte Madera

4.6

Exceptional(1077)

$$$$

• Mexican • Corte Madera

Booked 18 times today

Step into the heart of Mexican tradition at Flores Corte Madera. Flores is a three-time Michelin Bib Gourmand winning restaurant serving unique dishes that celebrate the diversity and complexity of Mexico's 31 states. We feature traditional Mexican cuisine in a relaxed and vibrant setting that transports you to the beachside resorts of Mexico. Our bar features more than 50 rare and small-batch tequilas & mezcals, which we serve in handcrafted margaritas & creative cocktails. We offer complimentary tequila tastings every Thursday led by Luis Flores himself. Perfect for weekday lunches, happy hour, dinner date nights and weekend brunch, our vibrant dining room features a beautiful private dining room. Our large outdoor patio is sundrenched, with umbrellas to shade from the heat & heaters to warm you when it's chilly. Come in for a meal, or host your next event with us at Flores! We'll make it memorable and celebratory with our authentic Mexican hospitality and bold flavors.

2. Poggio

4.6

Exceptional(6516)

$$$$

• Italian • Sausalito

Booked 55 times today

Poggio is a classic Italian trattoria with comfortable neighborhood charm and destination-caliber cuisine. Created by Larry Mindel, who also founded numerous other restaurants in the Bay Area and beyond, Poggio has been ranked among the very best Italian restaurants since it opened. Led by Executive Chef and Partner Ben Balesteri, Poggio’s daily changing menus use the best available local ingredients including dishes inspired by the seasonal bounty of our local farmers, ranchers and fishermen and the traditional methods of Italy, including wood-fired ovens, house made pastas and a wide variety of Northern Italian dishes serving guests breakfast, lunch, and dinner. We’re honored to have been awarded a Bib Gourmand distinction by the Michelin guide in 2017 and 2018 along with being named Best Italian restaurant in Marin County by Marin Magazine in 2025.

3. XICA SF

4.5

Awesome(78)

$$$$

• Mexican • North Beach

Booked 36 times today

Chef Maria E and Ignacio Perez, started the Chicana concept in 2014. The wife and husband duo of the infamous take out window on Green street CHICA SF (2015-2020) and six-year-old Oakland-based CHICA (2016), closed the doors of their small beloved neighborhood establishment in 2022 as they geared up for their new full service restaurant XICA, along the Embarcadero at Levi's Plaza. XICA is a Chicana style restaurant serving Mexican flavors with a Bay Area-influence for brunch and dinner, along with specialty cocktail beverages.

A photo of Pacific Catch - Corte Madera restaurant

4. Pacific Catch - Corte Madera

4.5

Awesome(1280)

$$$$

• Seafood • Corte Madera

Booked 19 times today

Pacific Catch is a WestCoast Fish House dedicated to delivering high quality sustainable seafood with a unique perspective. From the day we opened we've been mindful about where our ingredients come from and how to bring to life the vibrant flavors and feeling of the Pacific. It's our commitment to our guests to keep things interesting, innovative, wholesome and thoughtfully sourced. That's why we've formalized our relationship with the Monterey Bay Seafood Aquarium's Seafood Watch, James Beard Foundation's Smart Catch and the Surfrider Foundation by becoming a partner and bringing on a director of sustainability to help steward these efforts.Rest assured all of our restaurants will be following the most stringent protocols on cleaning, sanitization, social distancing, and protections for employee health including temperature taking and the use of protective masks and gloves.

5. Waterbar

4.7

Exceptional(11489)

$$$$

• Seafood • Financial District / Embarcadero

Booked 99 times today

Waterbar is a seafood-centric restaurant located on the waterfront with spectacular panoramic views of the bay and city skyline, exceptional design, and a menu of the freshest sustainable fish and seafood. Featuring stunning outdoor (dog-friendly) dining on the waterfront patio, a relaxed atmosphere and floor-to-ceiling circular aquariums filled with an eye-catching array of fish and marine life from the Pacific Ocean. Waterbar is not to be missed.Please note, we only accept reservations 30 days in advance.

6. Wildseed

4.7

Exceptional(351)

$$$$

• Vegan • Marina / Cow Hollow / Presidio

Booked 67 times today

We're bringing San Francisco a 100% plant-based restaurant with a menu of fresh, flavorful and hearty food full of all the ingredients you need and none of the ones you don't - to satisfy all your cravings and keep you feeling good. Because every meal is an opportunity to choose better. Better for you, better for the planet.

7. Chouquet's

4.7

Exceptional(1872)

$$$$

• French • Pacific Heights

Booked 29 times today

A couple enjoying each others company tucked into a banquette late in the evening…a group of girlfriends people-watching from the sidewalk tables over brunch…two neighbors stopping by to grab lunch at the bar. These people all have one thing in common as they enjoy a meal here on Fillmore Street in Pacific Heights- Chouquet's. Whether inside our dining room or outside under the heated protection of our large awning, diners come to Chouquet’s to enjoy fresh, seasonal French bistro fare in a casual yet refined environment. Join us for lunch, brunch, or dinner and let us satisfy you with signature dishes such as our boeuf bourguignon, duck confit, onion soup or with bistro classics such as steak frites, moules marinière, and our famous crème brûlée for dessert. To complement your meal, we offer over 20 wines by the glass from our eclectic wine list of smaller producers.

8. The Patio

4.8

Exceptional(312)

$$$$

• Contemporary American • Marina / Cow Hollow / Presidio

Booked 11 times today

Although we try to accommodate every request for the back patio, we are experiencing high demand and have limited seating in order to observe social distancing. We also offer outdoor seating on the sidewalk and new parklet, as well as limited indoor seating. Thank you for understanding and we look forward to seeing you soon!We are following the health guidelines to keep our guests and staff safe. Due to these circumstances, we kindly ask that you do not show up early or late, and honor a 1.5 hour maximum duration to your reservation. .

9. Sula

4.5

Awesome(448)

$$$$

• American • Sausalito

Booked 30 times today

**Please Note: On Monday, June 15, Sula will be closed for a private event beginning at 2pm. From 2pm until 10pm, we invite you to join us at Farley on a walk-in basis. Breakfast and Lunch service will continue at Sula as normal. **Sula, Cavallo Point’s signature restaurant, offers exquisite dining in an elegant, yet stylish, setting, which melds the property’s heritage with an inspired, modern feel alongside an ingredient-driven menu featuring Asian cooking influences blended with the restaurant’s own Northern California flair. The dessert menu offers an array of sweet delights to conclude every meal. Beautifully complementing all culinary selections are carefully crafted cocktails that highlight small batch distillers along with classic wines from all regions of the world. Offering a thoughtful balance of regional flavors, enjoy a transportive culinary journey set amidst the beautiful backdrop of the Golden Gate Bridge and San Francisco Bay while dining at Sula.

10. Cultivar Chestnut

4.6

Exceptional(305)

$$$$

• Californian • Marina / Cow Hollow / Presidio

Booked 13 times today

Cultivar San Francisco is a farm to table restaurant by Cultivar Wine that now featuring craft cocktails. The menu is inspired by locally-sourced seasonal ingredients including from our culinary garden at Caspar Estate. The menu complements hand-crafted wines from our Cultivar Winery and boutique wines from California and beyond. Our back patio has a fireplace, heaters and festive lighting, perfect setting for a private dinner or a celebration. Sidewalk tables on Chestnut have heaters, great for people watching and guests with dogs. Seasonal dishes and Cultivar Wines available for take out and to go. We also offer off site catering.Our location is near the Lyon St. entrance to the Presidio, near the Palace of Fine Arts and in the Marina District of San Francisco.

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SimonaGold
California Central Coast •27 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
Armando was amazing. Best waiter ever! He made our meal that much more enjoyable. We love Poggio when we’re in the area. We love the food, drinks and the atmosphere.
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Poggio$$$$• Italian• Sausalito
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4.6
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Caroline
San Francisco Bay Area •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
I rarely say this anymore, but this place makes it worth eating out! I had a beautiful birthday dinner here. The food was so good, every single plate and the drinks matched! Super memorable dining experience, beautiful ambiance and great service. I can’t wait to come back here.
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XICA SF$$$$• Mexican• North Beach
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4.5
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Thomas
San Francisco Bay Area •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 31, 2026
Everything about the lunch was fantastic... especially the food!
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Pacific Catch - Corte Madera$$$$• Seafood• Corte Madera
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4.5
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Michelle
San Francisco Bay Area •1 review
5.0
Dined on May 16, 2026
Hands down the best Mexican restaurant- we make a point to stop here to and from the City - easy on/off 101 and parking, beautiful indoor or outdoor seating, extremely fresh and flavorful meals, excellent cocktails, large portions and very friendly and attentive service. Nothing not to love!
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Flores - Corte Madera$$$$• Mexican• Corte Madera
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4.6
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Michael
Washington, D.C. Area •5 reviews
4.0
Dined on May 10, 2026
My family went here for Mother's Day and the bottomless mimosas were such a hit!
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Cultivar Chestnut$$$$• Californian• Marina / Cow Hollow / Presidio
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4.6

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