Marin Joe's Restaurant

I'm not sure what makes you feel like you've stepped into a time machine more, the decor, the menu, or the servers. Regardless, it's a quaint place. The food though doesn't match the price. The bread on the chicken sandwich was very stale and hard to chew through (similar to the table bread). The side of meatballs were incredibly soft and lacked all texture. They had decent flavor but the texture was hard to get past. The pasta dishes were actually very good and my family thoroughly enjoyed the fettuccine and ravioli, both with a white cream sauce We ordered garlic bread as an appetizer and never received it. All in all it was a fine experience. Overall disappointed with the food but it was fun stepping into a time machine for a meal.

- Dan Smitley -

We ordered two steaks, well done! It was one of the best steaks I ever ate in my life. Well cooked, still juicy and no burnt sides. The steak portion was very large, almost double size of the other restaurants. Very police serverse, great customer service. I will defiantly go back to this place over and over.

- Elaheh Aria -

OK if you wanna feel of the 1960s original Joe’s this place has it the food‘s amazing the servings are gigantic. The desserts are fantastic. One of the only three places I know that do a true Zabaione!! let’s make sure the owner knows we love the place. Please don’t change it. That’s the reason. The parking lot is full every single night.

- george lang -

Marin Joe's is one of those restaurants that I have seen on the side of the 101 freeway for literally as long as I can remember. I didn't realize that it is a Marin County institution and good restaurant until I sat in the lively waiting area of the restaurant waiting for a salad Joe's had donated for me to take to a charity event. I promised myself I'd eat there soon. Soon, turned out to be last night. My three companions and I got lucky and were able to sit in a large comfortable booth right away. It was 6:00pm on a Monday night. I've been told that the restaurant is quite crowded on weekends with long waits. Reservations are for parties of seven (7) or more. We enjoyed the easy going 50s ambiance, good martinis, the chefs in their toque hats cooking where we could see them and of course, the delicious food. Our waitress was attentive and friendly. She recommended to the two of us who had the steak special that the chefs tended to under cook meat, so we ordered the steaks "medium" and got the Medium Rare we really wanted. They were perfect actually. The Cherry Pie was fresh and good. All in all, this is a fine place to eat.

- Laura Peters -

This place is great!! The food was perfect. The atmosphere was super cool and the wait staff was top notch!!

- Mike -

You cannot get the dining experience you get at Marin Joe's anywhere in San Francisco or the Bay area. It's pure old school class.. all the waiters. the valet guy .the owner greet you ..and are friendly.. the food is top notch. The waiters remember you.. The atmosphere is amazing.. There's no place like it. It's a wonderful dining experience. That doesn't exist anymore. This place has history and a well-oiled machine and backbone that a lot of restaurants don't have.

- Bridgette Slattery -

If you are craving prime rib, this is your place! I happened to be on crutches and when we arrived I was treated like royalty! The valet parked our car right in front of the restaurant. We were quickly seated in a corner booth where I was able to elevate my leg. They were so wonderful I felt like I was coming home to family! Super fun atmosphere with great energy! I wish we lived closer and could visit more often but for sure I will be back. The prime rib was so delicious! I could give 10 stars I would!

- Robin Dimiceli -

So we went on the busiest day... Valentine's! The service was stellar! Bread water and details to attention was immaculate! We sat in the back room it was a flashback in time kept well! The kids had Shirley temples that were enormous! I loved our wine glasses...so adorable - Now the food quality was robust! Be hungry when you come because you will want it all. We did the Cesar salad/ shrimp L. Salad Mushroom Omelette/ spaghetti with meat sauce/ fettuccine and/ classic cheese burger - Bravo to the cooks for excellent dependable food that warm the heart and make our bellies full!

- Diana Lopez Kakar -