San Rafael, the county seat of Marin County, offers a diverse culinary scene with emphasis on fresh, local ingredients.

1. Sol Food

• Cuisine: Puerto Rican
• Vibrant restaurant known for authentic Puerto Rican flavors
• Must-try: Pollo al horno and plantains

2. Il Davide

• Cuisine: Italian
• Upscale Italian dining with a focus on Northern Italian cuisine
• Recommended: Homemade pasta and osso buco

3. Lotus Cuisine of India

• Cuisine: Indian
• Known for its extensive menu of traditional and modern Indian dishes
• Popular choices: Tandoori specialties and vegetarian options

4. Le Chalet Basque

• Cuisine: French, Basque
• Charming restaurant offering a taste of the Basque region
• Try the cassoulet or rack of lamb

5. Vin Antico

• Cuisine: Mediterranean, California cuisine
• Farm-to-table restaurant with an excellent wine list
• Must-try: Wood-fired pizzas and seasonal specials