This little retail area badly needed something new besides boutique, hair/nail salon, beauty salon,…read morejewelry salon, lifestyle designer, clothing consignment store or studio for a better YOU. Just a bit different, no need to overdo things in this little area behind the small Menke Park / Piccolo Pavilion area in Corte Madera. Hiding in plain sight as it were, there have always been salons of one stripe or another along the block, essentially a salon of salons. For a time I did find something here for myself, way back when vhs rental movies were a thing. This was in a fairly large retail space, almost like a separate little cottage at the far east end, around the corner and somewhat hidden from view from the parking lot. Ironic then that this is the very place I find myself going again today. Zonda Meats is the addition to this area that's especially timely now as grocers nearby are closed, and premium quality butcher shops almost nonexistent. I happened on Zonda the other day while biking down the little side street of Montecito that forms the east side of the small park. The owner in residence, Alberto Lataliste, is from Argentina but has been in the USA for many years. I worked in northern Argentina for more than a decade and developed a great appetite for the beef raised there, and the way cuts of meat often follow muscle groups rather than slicing through them as is done here. Alberto's focus on meat quality is to identify and import quality producers there and delivering without freezing or addition of preservative. The selection is extensive so you'll benefit from making your own quality comparisons. In addition to the meat counter, there are excellent sandwiches and in near future my own favorite, empanada. The sandwiches are very generous and outside is a pleasant courtyard with tables for lunch. I'm glad to see an assortment of imported preserved meat, and another favorite of mine, Dulce de Leche from Argentina, which is much superior to the few brands made here. So here's to a great reception for Zonda Meats, arriving just in time for summer grilling in my backyard parrilla.

Marin has been without a great standalone butcher shop since Paoli's in Tiburon closed years ago…read more (Many of the butcher counters in supermarkets are just staffed with glorified clerks to give the impression of a real butcher shop.) We have been pleased with all of the products we've purchased from Zonda - ribeye steaks, pork chops, bacon, and a variety of sausages. The quality is top notch - tender, flavorful, and worth the drive. (And occasional difficult parking.) I especially want to call out the chicken apple sausage. It actually tastes of apple. So many don't. The staff has always been exceptionally helpful. They're always ready to make recommendations and to help you select the perfect cut of meat. The shop itself is clean and bright.

I've been here over a dozen times in the last year and it's one of my go-to spots. The vibe is what…read morereally keeps me coming back--casual with a laid-back, almost dive bar energy. It feels like a true locals' place where people come to relax, and I always have a great time here. Sitting at the bar is the move. Justin is the best--if you have a sense of humor, you probably won't leave without a few good laughs. Every interaction I've had with the staff has been friendly and easygoing. The owner is also awesome and clearly cares about the place. Food has always been solid in my experience, and the house-made pickles are a must. Great food, drinks, people, and atmosphere. I'll definitely keep coming back!!

About 30-35 minutes north of Union Square San Francisco, Pig In a Pickle is located in a mall in…read morethe city of Corte Madera. Parking is easy as the mall parking lot is plentiful. The restaurant is also facing the street, so it's easily accessible. They are across from Starbird. They probably had really long lines before (or learned from their other location that always has lines). They now have kiosk ordering for take-out and QR code menu on the table. The only time you saw a server was them bringing food to your table. There is a water station next to the entrance. Pay with credit card if you order on the QR code (Apple Pay accepted). If you pay with cash, you get 4% discount and you have to waive down a server. Brisket was good. Baby back ribs were fall off the bone. We had a party of two, which we noted in the order, and we ordered a small size, which comes with three bones. They gave us four ribs! The sides here are so flavorful. The potato salad was great. The mac n cheese was so cheesy and creamy with white cheddar from Wisconsin. The dill pickle was sour. The B&B pickles were sweet. I would love to try the beef brisket chili next time. The sauces here are definitely lacking. Only the spicy BBQ sauce was good and actually had a spice kick. The eastern carolina and white alabama are not even worth tasting imo. The public restroom is across the entrance, on the same side as Starbird.

I love this store. the employees are always very nice and helpful. We volunteer at the marin…read morehumane and always go there afterwards. Their deli and bread selections are top notch. We also love their wine selection and the meat counter is the best. They have grass fed, and regular beef, chicken, and fish. They are also happy to select the best piece of fish or meat for you. I also love their bulk spices and bulk nuts and rice. And, they have a nice selection of coffee, and local bulk coffee. 100% recommended!

Nugget staff are knowledgeable, helpful and if they don't have something are always willing to try…read moreto get what you need.

Great place to regroup, recharge, and grab a quick bite while you strategize what store to go to…read morenext. It's great that they have outdoor seating so you can get some sunshine on the nice days. Also, they never seem to be too busy/ service is always quick. My go to is always the Big Star Sandwich. You get a giant, crispy piece of fried chicken, what's not to love? I also ordered a side of elote which is also a favorite of mine. It's so good! If I could order a large bowl of it, I would.

We stopped by for lunch! The place wasn't too busy when we came, but more people started coming in…read moreafterwards. You can place your order at the counter or at a kiosk (which we opted for). It was really easy and the food came out fast! The inside had plenty of seating. I opted for one of their salads and my partner got a sandwich and fries. The service size of my salad was great and well worth the money. I really enjoyed the dressing that came with it. The chicken was crispy and the toppings tasted fresh. My partner really enjoyed his sandwich and especially loved how crispy the chicken was. We both shared the fried which were pretty good. I forgot my purse and didn't realize until about 20 minutes after we had left. I called the restaurant and they were able to locate my purse and safely store it for me. I was so grateful to them for getting it back safely! Overall, the food was good and service was excellent!

Love these dogs! The buns are outstanding and the way they cook the hot dogs is perfection. It's so…read morenice to have a casual option and sit outside. Wish they would open a spot in downtown Tiburon!!

This place is a "lifesaver" in that the area doesn't really have food food. My family and I were…read moresuper hungry and didn't want to drive to the other side of Corte Madera for food. It was the holiday season and parking was hard to begin with. There is Boudin's and I believe maybe cafe type food... but yeah, happy there were at least hot dogs. The menu has a variety of hot dogs and drinks/chips. Price is a bit pricey but at least they add the toppings for you. I guess compared to the other food around, I can't complain. Make sure to know what toppings you want when you order. There's plenty of seating and even though there is a line sometimes, it's pretty efficient. I enjoyed my hot dog.

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.

Came by on a Sunday around 11 for a quick bite and got the breakfast burrito. The burrito by itself…read morewas quite small, a bit bland, dry and overall just plain. It could have used a lot more filling. I did appreciate the salsa on the side that it came with, which was tomato-y, garlicky, and overall very flavorful. It took around half an hour for me and 4 of my friends to get our orders, which was frustrating because we were on the go. Definitely a very busy spot! The place is a grab-and-go establishment where you order at the cashier and grab your food once ready (or they'll bring it out to you if dining in). I loved the outdoor seating on a sunny day but all the tables were unfortunately taken when we were there. The inside also has a couple of seats and refreshing cucumber water was offered.

Advertises itself as a "Jew-ish" deli, and that's about accurate: the food is pretty good, but not…read morequite there as real NY-style deli cuisine. I had what I always get at delis: matzo ball soup and a pastrami sandwich. The matzo balls were hard and thick, which is one of the two ways to make matzo balls, the other being soft and fluffy. This way isn't wrong, but the other is better. The broth is good, but there was no shredded chicken in it, just tiny cubes of inconsistently cooked vegetable, celery and onion and I'm not sure what all else. The pastrami was quite lean but managed to be fairly juicy. I'm pretty sure it was made from brisket, which is not the canonical pastrami cut. The important part is that it tasted like pastrami and not like brisket, which a lot of would-be pastramis can't manage. Get it "tradition" style on rye with deli mustard. Small place in a yuppie shopping center. Order at the counter, wait (a very short time) for your food to be brought to your table or counter spot. Daily newspapers for you to read.

We went to the new San Francisco location.Very creative design…read more The staff was nice. Jewish Deli? I don't think so. Pastrami Sandwich....$25. 1/4 " slices of "pastrami". No Fat No peppered edges. Call it what you like BUT not A Jewish Deli Like Pastrami Sandwich.

I haven't been to this Boudin location in forever. We walked in and were handed a menu right away…read moreand was told to stand in line. But we didn't know which line so we walked around inside and then realize the line was on the other side, outside of the cafe. We ordered clam chowder in a cup, I didn't want the bread bowl. He ordered a sandwich. My clam chowder was better than expected. It came with two pieces of bread which was delicious dipped in the soup. We found a table outside to sit. The staff was efficient and nice. I needed help with the water fountain and someone helped me, he used a packet of sugar in front of the sensor- which I couldn't get the water to come out, lol. We both laughed when I was like oh that's the trick!

Service is always quick when you come in. My order was taken quickly and efficiently. As…read moreeverything is prepared, there is a bit of a wait. The employees are very helpful and tables are cleaned immediately. Today I have half a grilled cheese sandwich with a side of soup. Ambiance on a Saturday afternoon is bright and clean dining room'