Lovely atmosphere and delicious food. Pastries are top notch. Waiters are polite. It feels like you…read moreare sitting in a cafe in Europe.

PEOPLE LOVE THIS PLACE...WHY??? Food:…read more Overall, I find their baked goods too dry and sooo overpriced. I'm sorry, but I just can't get behind paying $75 for a tiny fruit tart. Service: My experience is that they're apathetic or snooty. Once in a while, you get a friendly clerk, but that's more the exception than the norm. Ambiance: They have a lot of outdoor seating which is nice and good for people watching. Inside is OK.

Le Marais Cafe is one of the few spots in my regular rotation because it consistently hits every…read moremark. The Castro location is beautiful with its clean, ocean-blue French decor and relaxing, cozy vibe. It is always busy on the weekend, but the quality makes it worth the wait. Everything I have tried there is top-notch, from the perfect croissants and lattes to the savory mushroom crepes, French onion soup, and grilled tuna sandwich. The Larkspur location in the Marin Country Mart has a slightly different, less urban feel that I really enjoy. It feels a bit more intimate, cozy and has a much bigger outside seating area. It seems to have an even wider selection of great entrees. Whether you are grabbing a quick salad or sitting down for a full meal, both locations offer an authentic French experience that is hard to beat. Highly recommended.

It was so cold and damp on Saturday and I was driving north from SFO craving a warm beverage. Marin…read moreCountry Mart and Le Marais Bakery to the rescue. The long line was a good sign. As I waited inside I admired their beautiful decor (especially that green wall!), and peeped all the equally-beautiful pastries on display. Oh la la! It took all my post-Thanksgiving self-control to resist a sweet treat (next time!). I satisfied my craving with a hot latte. I ordered and paid at the counter/register and was greeted with a lovely French accent. I assumed that my order would take awhile given the bustling crowd inside and outside. But it was ready within minutes - a hot, smooth latte hit the spot and powered me for the remaining drive north. Le Marais is easy to find at the far end of the Marin Country Mart - abundant parking is all around. Before I got back in the car, I took a quick walk through the shopping center. A must-stop if you're in the area, whether you need to shop, to eat, or to simply grab a drink. So charming and can't wait to return!

I have been stopping by Rustic Bakery the last couple of mornings for coffee and a pastry, and it…read morehas been a solid choice. The place is clean, with plenty of seating both inside and outside, and there is a large selection of pastries, scones, breads, and grab-and-go items. My go-to has been the ham and cheese croissant, which was fresh both mornings. The coffee was also nice and hot, which I always appreciate. The staff is professional and efficient, though clearly busy, so do not expect a lot of chit-chat. I also picked up a box of Cheese Coins, which turned out to be dangerous because I loved them and ate the whole box. Good coffee, fresh pastries, easy seating, and enough tempting extras to make you buy more than you planned. I will probably stop by again tomorrow morning before leaving the area.

I picked up a turkey club sandwich, cinnamon roll, and ice tea to go for my husband. It was after…read morethe lunch rush, so the wait was reasonable. I'm not a regular and was unfamiliar with the process but it seemed disorganized. I was given a number. I noticed an ice tea on the counter and asked if it was for me. A little later, the pastry was bagged and on the counter in a different place. Finally, I saw a bag and asked. Yep. The sandwich. I felt like a dummy for not understanding how the system worked, but also was annoyed that I tipped 20% for a takeout order and it was delivered piecemeal with no way for me to carry it. A kind person who watch the whole thing offered me her bag. If not for her, I would have had a sandwich in a loose paper wrap, a bun in a small bag, and a cup. The sandwich was okay. It had two slices of bread, not the traditional three. The turkey was clearly deli meat, not fresh roasted, the lettuce was wilted immediately, the tomato slice was good, and the avocado slice was good. The bacon was sparse, as was the deli meat. My husband didn't eat much of it. He liked the cinnamon roll. But for the money, he didn't want to have food from there again.

They have AMAZING coffee. I still think about the latte with orange syrup I tried from there it is…read moreso good. DO NOT ORDER THE MATCHA, I've found that places with really good coffee almost punish you with terrible matcha for having the audacity to not order their coffee. Anyway coffee was amazing, matcha not so much....

I went into Madrona Bakery for a pastry because I missed breakfast. This is a single item review;…read moretheir cheddar biscuit with caramelized onions is amazing. I got their right when they opened so I was the first person in the door. Service was fast and efficient, and the whole store smelled like delicious bread. The best part was being passed the biscuit. It was warm. When I took my first bite... it was warm, slightly crunchy on the outside and buttery on the inside. Heaven. I will definitely come back next time I am in Mill Valley to try their other items.

I usually love this restaurant. But I ordered eggs Benedict and egg yolks were hard. I told the…read moreperson at the ordering station just so they would know. She was very rude and told me I should tell them how I want the eggs cooked. I told her nobody asks how you want your eggs cooked for eggs Benedict cause (snd the didn't) cause it's assumed. She acted like what I said was crazy. So fair warning. If you order it here tell them you want the egg yolks to run. If you want classic eggs Benedict

My friend and I eat here weekly after our Saturday morning run. Love the pastries, lattes... and…read moreespecially Fifi who usually takes our order, and David who waits on us!! There's a line out the door but it moves quickly and is worth the little wait!

Susie Cakes is always such a treat. Either DoorDash or walk-in. The staff is always super nice and…read morethe location is clean and has that retro tech vibe which I love. To my surprise, the flourless chocolate has become my favorite! It's like a fudge cupcake!

Super nice staff!…read more Redeemed my free birthday cake slice here and it was delicious as usual. Cute interior and moist sweet celebration cake and they even offered a complimentary marble cake slice which was very tasty. Location is in a plaza and next to Gott's where you can get lunch or dinner then come here for dessert!

We stopped in right before closing as I'd been to their San Ramon location…read more Unfortunately while I enjoyed the candies, I got sticker shock when it turned out our three small bags of candy had an almost a $30 price tag. Yes they were delicious, but all the prices were blacked out on the bottom and after being run up the register suggested I leave an extremely high tip. I personally don't think telling customers they have one minute to buy something then telling other customers they can't come in because you're closed really warrants a 20%+ tip. The shop door could have simply been closed and the sign turned to let everyone finish browsing and let potential customers outside know you are closed in a polite and professional way, so this was our first and absolutely final visit to this location of Miette as we will not be coming back.

I am a fan of Miette! I have been to several of their locations and was happy to see one in…read moreLarkspur and we had to stop after taking the ferry into the city. The macaroons are awesome and so are the other goodies.

Last weekend I celebrated my nephew's birthday in the City with his friends and our family, and…read moreJane's cupcakes were such a special extra treat! Custom made according to dietary restrictions, the chocolate one was unlike anything I've ever tasted! Not too sweet and SO fresh. And it was seamless to arrange to have them delivered to the birthday party location. It's wonderful to have both a considerate and gourmet style dessert service option per se for even our little ones that require it!

Twice as nice, Jane at the Cove has taken over and expanded the original Sweet Things space,…read moreleaving some favorite treats, increasing its bakery offerings and doubling its store footprint. You'll still find a lot of their "old school" Sweet Things original baked goods, alongside new breads and treats. Jane's is relatively close to the freeway, so worth a venture if your sweet tooth is calling. Today I needed a cafe with internet access but with actually good desserts (no thanks Starbucks) and solid tea and espresso drinks, so I came to Jane's and grabbed a lemon blueberry slice, an oat milk chai, and got some work done. I found my cake chilled and needing time to sit out and soften, but although not the perfect temperature, it was moist, sweet and flavorful. The new remodel at Jane's bakery has modernized the original space, but left some of the qualities and desserts that made the former Sweet Things sweet and nostalgic.

Authentic Croque Monsieur -- one of the best I've had in the States (just oversized!)…read more Stopped by Le Marais Bakery (Buvette du Marais) at Marin Country Mart in Larkspur for a sunny outdoor lunch. Ordered the Croque Monsieur with side salad and a Maison Perrier sparkling water. This is a proper French-style Croque Monsieur executed beautifully. House-made pain de mie toasted to golden perfection with crisp edges, quality ham, plenty of melted aged Comté and Gruyère, and a light touch of béchamel that binds everything without any heavy, saucy overload (I didn't even spot a thick layer in the cross-section, but the rich, nutty flavor came through perfectly). It arrived piping hot, which made all the difference -- gooey cheese and satisfying crunch throughout. Flavor-wise, it tasted more authentic than most versions I've tried elsewhere in the U.S.: balanced, comforting, and not greasy at all. The simple mixed greens salad on the side kept it fresh and prevented it from feeling too rich. Paired with the crisp sparkling water, it was an ideal light-but-satisfying lunch. The only non-authentic thing? The size -- I've never seen a Croque Monsieur this large! It's generous (in true California fashion), but everything held up well without getting soggy or overwhelming. The outdoor setting is pleasant -- brick pavement, dappled sunlight, relaxed vibe. Their bread and pastries clearly shine here, and this savory dish holds its own. Highly recommend if you're craving a genuine French bistro classic in Marin. I'll definitely be back -- probably for one of their famous croissants or a crêpe next time.

O V E R A L L Honestly there's not too many intriguing…read moreplaces here... and this and maybe one other place was prob where foodies will go check out. This place has tons of potential with minor fixes... everything tastes good but it just needed to be reheated. It tasted like we were eating left over pastries from the night before --- at the cost I would have hoped to have had it heated up. O R D E R **rating knocked down because everything was cold and tasted like left overs** Roasted Asparagus $8.00 (3.5/5) -- First off all, this would taste so amazing if it was hot and toasty. HOWEVER, they do not remove the tough end of the asparagus so I felt like I was chewing through rubber. Kouign Amman Special $6.00 (3.5/5) -- This would have tasted so much better fresh... essentially I'm imagining the viral flattened croissant except that's just the crust and the core is still very croissant like? Pain Perdu Fruit Almond $8.00 (3.5/5) -- This was really good but I like some more texture or crispy or crunchy edges? Again, this would have tasted so good fresh. Salmon Eggs Benedict $20.00 (4/5) -- This was good~ I felt like the smoked salmon portion could have been a bit more generous. S E R V I C E Nothing extra to highlight~ nice people. I was surprised they didn't give us water since we did order food from the kitchen. O T H E R Either offer to reheat or toast... or have a sample visual in the front and pull the fresher toasted pastries from the back.

Love this place -- hands down my favorite…read more Parking was surprisingly easy. There's street parking, but we parked across the street in the lot by the music shop (it's closed on weekends, which makes it even easier). Zero stress before carbs -- we love to see it. It has that super local, neighborhood energy where everyone clearly knows exactly what they're ordering before they even walk in. Always a good sign. The bread basket? Unreal. The soup was divine -- comforting, flavorful, and exactly what you want on a cozy day. And the bread somehow manages to feel indulgent and wholesome at the same time. Warm, hearty, and clearly made with care. The space itself is just as inviting -- warm, relaxed, and effortlessly charming. And the pastries... they looked dangerous in the best way. I didn't even get one this time, which honestly just means I'm definitely coming back for round two. Already planning my next visit.

Good lord. I'm going to try to find the right words...I told a friend on the phone, lets say that…read moreyou put an HVAC salesman in front of a stove with a recipe and asked him to make you breakfast...that's what it seemed like they did today. My "Soft Scramble" was a pile of astonishment. It was so unrefined that it was an insult the the ingredients. There was nothing soft about the eggs, they were overcooked. The only thing soft on the plate was the watery run-off from the vegetables they heaped into the eggs: Too many chewy mushrooms and HUGE. Too many cherry tomatoes. I had to dig to find the eggs. The leeks were strips of inedible ribbon. The toast? I think it had been toasted yesterday and left on the top of their oven overnight and then reused today. I had to get up from the table and ask for butter to make it edible and still I worried whether I was going to break a crown. The pickled vegetables? Again, HUGE, hard and barely pickled. I will refrain from criticizing the service because they are all unaware of the nightmare in which they are working. Bless their hearts. I was so sad and annoyed. People think they can buy a restaurant with recipes and wholesale accounts and staff and just run it, "business as usual" but they are wrong. I went in and asked if they had sold the restaurant and was told, "yes." I imagine some tech-bro's wife or some hedgefund community doodler wanted a pet project with zero idea about food or food quality or how to treat and retain employees because what happened to MHBB is astonishing. It's rude and insulting to anyone who opened this restaurant and put in their best to keep the name and claim to be catering to the same people. But then again, this is par for the course or, from my vantage point, everything wrong with what's happened in Marin in a nutshell. Faux authenticity. Zero care. This is now all about the money. I will never bother with it again.