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    Maya Palenque

    3.4 (252 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 2:00 AM (Next day)

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    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for groups
    Good for kids

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    Lisa D.

    Great Mexican restaurant that's been around for ages. Finally made it in and ate a lovely meal. I had prawns in a wine sauce with garlic., rice, beans and tortillas. Had plenty of chips with two types of salsa. The tequila flowed and everyone had a great time. Go it doesn't disappoint. What I liked the most was the service . Outstanding!

    Pozole! It brings a side of cilantro, Radishes, Lime, onion, and tostadas!
    Raton G.

    I loved there Pozole best Pozole in town! The service is wonderful and very attentive, always a smile on the servers faces, the place has a very Mexican feel it reminds me of actual Mexico! And the restaurant itself is very authentic.

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    Pedro T.

    Maya Palenque hay discriminación llegan los americanos y le quitan volumen a las rocola donde pagaste para la canción lo único que dicen los meseros es que ( no te diste cuenta q apagamos el volumen no debes poner música) no saben cómo tratar el problema. Maya Palenque hay discriminación llegan los americanos y le quitan volumen a las rocola donde pagaste para la canción lo único que dicen los meseros es que ( no te diste cuenta q apagamos el volumen no debes poner música) no saben cómo tratar el problema. Sierro Asies No recomiendo cervicitis

    Andy S.

    The Conchinita pibil tacos at Maya make it a destination spot. 5 stars. Carlos and Velia make it like family. Love this place! Thank you maya!!

    Camarones a la Diabla perfect heat, will up it next time.  Fried shrimp tacos were light and tasty!
    Kevin L.

    Always Santiago and Carlos take care of us. Drinks come refilled and put in no time. They the best. Love this place for being real. Old school real deal hard working folks of all race. Margaritas grand , 2-3 will f**k you up. Love these guys and will be back. Much as gracias para todos!!

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    JoAnn S.

    We stopped to get a little bite, to keep us safe. When our bodies run low on fuel, a we are in a small space with someone, we can get irritable with each hour. I had never been here before. I lobe their deco!!! Totally cool!!! We each had a Margarita. Pretty good for $7 we also gotfree chips and salsa (nothing to write home about. We had the Calamari for $7. Tasted like fresh oil on the Calamari. There were some yummy vegies, too. Now we will be able to travel to onward without screaming at eachother.

    The best grilled fish tacos in Marin. I subbed rice and beans for fried plantains. I love the spicy mayo and the margaritas too!
    Tanya W.

    A friend and I just went here for lunch for the first time (I have been for happy hour many times) and it was perfection on a beautiful day. We sat on the well shaded patio with my friend's dogs on leashes and had THE best service including unsolicited water for the doggies, *delicious* grilled fish tacos, steak quesadillas, plantains, and spicy margaritas. Literally, an ideal Thursday lunch break. The owner and servers treated us like friends (better than royalty). I'm so happy to have a local place like this.

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    John O.

    Enjoyed this, sat outside. Good service. Bottle of Modelo was high at $5 but not outrageous. Dos tacos, carne asada and pollo. Yum. Chips and salsa were good.

    Vikki G.

    Great place to stop right off the high way! Has indoor and patio seating! Allows pets outside! Super clean inside and out! We chose to sit outside and was greeted immediately for the table to be wiped down and menus served to us! Great menu options with a little elevated prices! We ordered fajitas and other family ordered the shrimp cocktail and tacos. The shrimp cocktail was really good just a little small for 18$ the fajitas came out literally sizzling they were served with yummy rice and beans with guacamole and sour cream on a separate dish! Everything tasted very yummy

    My wife and I loved this beverage! OOH, I think I'll go back for another!

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    I ordered the chile relleno and have never seen yellow cheese on top. My son enjoyed his flautas. But the chile rellenos were so so

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    my favorite mexican restaurant for many years, tried most everything on menu and all delicious

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    Best Mexican restaurant in Novato food is delicious and there is a ton to choose from friendly staff

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    Haven't been for quite a few years, had the ceviche which was really good, as was the service. Will definitely be back.

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    Super nice, quick, delicious , kid friendly and veggie fajitas had avocado slices on top, nice touch!

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    The Board Room

    The Board Room

    4.4
    (183 reviews)
    0.2 mi
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    What an exquisite time we have every time we visit. This review is for when we visited in March for…read morea small birthday celebration. The food was amazing. I chose the Lamb Papardelle, which was earthy and savory with gloriously wide noodles. My companions had the grilled salmon and rigatoni. Jessica, the adjacent Speakeasy restaurant manager, made my custom cake. It was amazing. She made a gluten-free, fluffy chocolate cake with fresh raspberries between the layers--slightly sweet and tangy. Soooo delicious. She added red roses to match the roses on the tables. And they honor your celebration of birthdays and anniversaries with an adorable (Scrabble) sign on your table. And those exciting candles...feel free to check out the lovely photos. What an absolutely delightful memory we made for my birthday. The service is always accessible, attentive, welcoming, and friendly. It's a cozy space, so be sure to make reservations. The ambience is so elegant--at any point, you expect a member of the Rat Pack or some performer to be dining there. They have excellent live piano music I believe on Fridays and Saturdays.

    Hmmm...I'm going to err on the side of overrating this hidden gem…read more Tucked away in a strip mall, it's very much how I imagine New Jersey Italian eateries frequented by made men. Food was decent but the emphasis was on meaty dishes, and I'm more of a fish and veggies gal. This normally would mean I'd order the eggplant parmigiana, but I went for the salmon, and it was okay... Decor is very TJ Maxx adjacent with lots of Sinatra velvet paintings. Would come back for martinis.

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    The Speakeasy

    The Speakeasy

    4.2
    (238 reviews)
    0.2 mi
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    Fun new beverage menu! I tried Papaya Don't Preach: papaya vodka, limoncello, prosecco, and papaya…read more(!) cotton candy (that melts when you combine it with the liquid ingredients--fun!) The staff is always so friendly and welcoming--you feel like family. We enjoy having small bday parties with themes. Good times. 6.6.26: updated menu!!

    My wife and I had the occasion to stop by The Speakeasy a few days ago. We were just looking to…read morehave kind of hors d'oeuvres and a cocktail and just hang out together, because we found ourselves with a rare four-hour window where the kids were occupied and we could just do whatever we wanted. This was a nice way to spend a few hours. The space is neat. It's as small, somewhat dark ambiance with the windows blacked out. So, you do loose your sense of time a bit inside. That's actually nice as it feels like you went somewhere/somewhen else for a while. We had a Manhattan and a Kentucky Mule, and, additionally, we had three different shareable appetizers. First thought, we ordered and devoured a really exceptional cheese plate. I know cheese plates seem a little meh sometimes, but this was really good! I would absolutely order it again. In fact, I would definitely go there just to have the cheese plate again with a drink, a glass of wine. We also had the three tacos shareable. There were three tacos that were stunningly good. Lastly a dish with some little steak medallions and a shrimp. Each of these was about two bites and the flavor and texture was excellent. All three of the shareables and the drinks were exceptional. I have to call out that, with the cheese board, came a little loaf of bread. That bread was really good all on its own. I would definitely want to eat it. I can still taste it. It was really good, but my wife, she's gluten intolerant. They offered, because she couldn't eat the bread, they offered to also bring her out some gluten-free crackers, so she got to enjoy the cheese board just the same without the bread. They gave her the crackers, and do you know, they just gave her those extra. They didn't ask for something more. They didn't do anything. They just took care of her. I really appreciate that. I have to also give a shout out to the Jessica. I don't know how she did it, but she was taking care of the whole room of tables I think. Nice. We ordred all three shareables at the same time and she thoughtfully said, 'do you mind if I course these out for you?' We said yes and she did. I don't think anybody felt like they didn't have everything they needed, so a shout out to you, Jessica, really well done. We're grateful for the service and the high quality dining experience that you gave us on a moment's notice. I hope we can visit again soon. And, especially we want to check out The Boardroom soon. NOTE: This is in a kind of older looking strip mall. Don't be concerned about that at all! It threw us off a little at first and we did wonder when we pulled in though if we were in the right place. Happily, we were!

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    Finnegan's Marin

    Finnegan's Marin

    3.8
    (550 reviews)
    3.2 mi
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    We were in the area looking for a late dinner and were so glad to find Finnegan's Marin. Some pub…read morefood sounded really comforting after what had been a long day for us with little food in our stomachs. It was a Friday night and they had live music going on. I really liked the cozy pub atmosphere. They even have a table in the back of the restaurant with a sign saying "Worst Seat In The House," haha! Service was quick and friendly. We started off with the arugula and beet salad since we were starving, and we devoured it. We also ordered the pot roast and the bangers and mash. Both were delicious and comforting. The pot roast was fork tender and I really enjoyed the savory, tart sauce it came with. I also really enjoyed the gravy on the bangers and mash. We had a good first impression of this pub and will keep it in mind when we're in the area.

    Literally just walked out at 10:45am!It's a shame because we were excited to try this restaurant…read morefor the very first time for breakfast. From the moment we sat down and the server came to our table she was completely unpleasant and had a major attitude. Very condescending but with a smile. It was as if she didn't want us to be there and took it out on us. If I were the owners I would seriously be concerned with this server taking care of customers. Unfortunately, we weren't able to try the food, but we weren't willing to spend our money in a place where we're not welcomed. So, we walked a few minutes down the road and went to the Grazie restaurant. Amazing experience. Amazing customer service. Don't spend your money in places where you get poor service. There are too many choices out there! ***I can't reply to the owners reply (there's no option in Yelp) to my post so I'm adding my reply here. I do hope the owner sees it. What's a shame is that owners like you don't take accountability for your servers providing poor service. If you were so-called only 10 feet away then you would have noticed that we walked out and you would have noticed that your server was rude and condescending when we asked her simple questions about the menu. If you were so-called only 10 feet away and you were such a great owner then why didn't you care that we were leaving? How about you take accountability for your establishment and your employees... you know what's really sad about this... as an owner this is how you respond? What kind of owner are you? After your response , why would I ever want to discuss this face to face with you? You called me a liar. If you don't care, and you want to respond unprofessionally, well, that sounds like a you problem. I was in the food and service industry managing multiple restaurants for many years. I know how to treat customers and when I need to have a conversation with my employees for their poor behaviors. I would definitely never go to a restaurant where the owner doesn't care about their customers experience. Good luck with everything!

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    Beso Bistro And Wine Bar

    Beso Bistro And Wine Bar

    3.9
    (376 reviews)
    1.3 mi
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    My colleagues and I had lunch together here recently - service was fantastic and I loved the…read morelandscape of the restaurant. They offer both indoor and outdoor dining options which is always a plus for me. I had the open faced crab sandwich and it was delicious! Others had tacos, salmon, and sandwiches.

    I have been dining at Beso Bistro since it first opened and have always appreciated the excellent…read morefood prepared by the chef. My two friends and I recently had dinner there on Friday, May 29, 2026, and once again, the quality of the food did not disappoint. All three of us ordered the Shrimp Chef Salad, and each salad was fresh, flavorful and beautifully prepared. We arrived at 6:00 p.m. and were seated immediately. Unfortunately, the table service throughout the evening was unexpectedly slow. We ordered an appetizer that never arrived, and no one checked back with us regarding its status. At the end of our meal, we waited for someone to pick up our bill and payment at our table, as usual. But eventually we had to go to the cash register ourselves to settle the bill. What made the experience more surprising was that the restaurant did not appear particularly busy, especially for a Friday evening. While the outstanding food remains a strong reason to return, I hope the service issues we experienced were simply an off night and not indicative of a broader trend.

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    El Rey Mexican Bar and Grill

    El Rey Mexican Bar and Grill

    3.9
    (226 reviews)
    3.5 mi
    $$

    I tend to be very repetitive with the menu items I choose; today, however, my husband and I decided…read moreto try something different, and we were pleasantly surprised--the seafood was absolutely delicious! Thank you; El Rey will continue to be one of our favorite places. Great service and friendly staff, drinks

    Over a week ago, we were driving south to San Francisco through Novato when we decided to have…read moredinner, and Mexican food won the majority vote! We chose to try a new place, and El Rey caught our attention. We arrived around 7:30, and the restaurant wasn't busy since it was a Sunday evening. Looking at the menu, I was drawn to their ceviche. We decided to start with guacamole and chips, share a ceviche, and have a Quesadilla con Carne Asada. The guacamole was fresh and well-made, the ceviche was exceptionally delicious, and the quesadilla was very well prepared and tasty. Our server was very friendly and helpful with our questions, and we even shared a few good laughs. The service was excellent. El Rey has been a local spot in Novato for many years, family-owned and known for serving traditional Mexican dishes in a welcoming setting. It has built a reputation in the community as a reliable place for a hearty meal, and many locals have been coming here for decades. The restaurant is a standalone building in a shopping center and offers a large seating area. They also have an outdoor seating area, which I imagine would be especially nice on a warm evening. As a first-time visitor, I left impressed. The food, service, and relaxed atmosphere made for a very enjoyable stop on our drive. We would definitely come back again the next time we're in Novato.

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    So much soggy mess in these overpriced "nachos" and my Happy Hour margarita was all ice and filler.
    So much soggy mess in these overpriced "nachos" and my Happy Hour margarita was all ice and filler.
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    HopMonk Tavern - Novato

    HopMonk Tavern - Novato

    3.6
    (884 reviews)
    1.6 mi
    $$

    I've always passed by here since it's a great shopping center. And I finally stopped in! I went in…read moreon a Monday afternoon with my sister, mom and our little ones who are too young for kids menus. We had a great experience with our waiter. He was super kind, patient, and welcoming. The entire staff were very sweet & we had a beautiful time. We tried the Juno mocktail. It was delicious. Usually they can be too sweet but it wasn't! It was so good! And a Shirley temple to keep it light which was also very delicious. We decided to go with the onion rings and egg roll appetizers. The onion rings were fried perfectly, salted just right and not oily at all. The egg rolls had enough spice to pair with the aoili sauce they gave us. Would order again! My mom is usually a picky eater.. and she LOVED the fish & chips. They looked really good, I would've snatched one off her plate but I don't think she would've shared this one lol My sister and I both had the Nashville chicken sandwiches. Soo good. Only side not I have, the lettuce it came with, could've done without. The chicken spoke for itself with the Caesar salad or fries. Spot on perfect. And if you like pickles.. those pickles were crunchy & delicious! 100/10! Would go again :)

    When you want good pub food, this is the place!…read more My family enjoyed calamari,fish tacos, Reuben sandwich and burger. I enjoyed not having to cook while everyone ate what they wanted. It's the little things in life.

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