Mantra Wines
Novato
This gallery-like tasting room pairs sustainable wines with rotating local art and live music. Cozy nooks, outdoor blankets, and zero pretension make it Novato's favorite place to linger.
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Tam Junction PizzaHacker/BagelMacher
Almonte • $$
Wood-fired pies with crunchy, bubbly crusts served at a lively outdoor spot with 30+ beers on tap. The Rocket Man Pizza comes topped with a farm-fresh egg.
PAPER MILL CREEK SALOON
Forest Knolls • $
This 1907 saloon keeps it real: no pretense, just cold beer, live tunes, and the same unpretentious spirit that drew Janis Joplin. Perfect for warming up by the fire after a West Marin hike.
Blazers Smokehouse & Beer Garden
Novato • $$
A smokehouse that actually caters to vegetarians and carnivores alike, with smoked cauliflower and corn ribs sharing menu space with brisket and ribs. The covered patio buzzes with live bands and families.
Ounces Outdoors
San Rafael • $$
Kick back with local craft beer and cider around a fire pit while your pup makes friends and you dominate at bocce ball. This laid-back outdoor garden brings together live music, lawn games, and a dog-loving crew that makes everyone feel like a regular.
Ranch Water
San Rafael • $
Ranch Water shakes up downtown San Rafael with tequila-forward cocktails, nightly karaoke, open mics, and live bands, all without a cover charge. The back lounge, local art, and a Bartender Hall of Fame pedigree make it feel like a neighborhood secret worth sharing.
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Sat Nov 14, 5pm
Live Music Saturdays
Pond Farm Brewing Co. · San Rafael
$$
Sun Nov 15, 3pm
The Speakeasy's Daily Happy Hour
The Speakeasy Novato · Novato
Free
Mon Nov 16, 6pm
Music & Events
Pond Farm Brewing Co. · San Rafael
$$
Mon Nov 16, 3pm
Boca Pizzeria's Weekly Happy Hour
Boca Pizzeria · Corte Madera
$$
Mon Nov 16, 4:30pm
Blue Mondays Piano Bar Blues Jam
Mac's at 19 Broadway · Fairfax
$
Tue Nov 17, 7pm
Traditional Irish Music Night
The Burren House Irish Pub & Kitchen · San Rafael
Tue Nov 17, 8pm
Open Mic Night
Ranch Water · San Rafael
$
Tue Nov 17, 6pm
Tacos and Tunes Tuesdays
Red Oak Craft Bar and Rotisserie · San Rafael
Free
Tue Nov 17, 8pm
Live Music at Ranch Water
Ranch Water · San Rafael
$
Tue Nov 17, 6pm
Tacos and Tunes Tuesdays at Red Oak Craft Bar and Rotisserie
Red Oak Craft Bar and Rotisserie · San Rafael
Free
Tue Nov 17, 8pm
Live Music, Open Mic, and Karaoke
Ranch Water · San Rafael
$
Tue Nov 17, 7pm
Traditional Irish Music
The Burren House Irish Pub & Kitchen · San Rafael
Wed Nov 18, 4pm
Wednesday Wind Down at Farley
Farley · Sausalito
Wed Nov 18, 5pm
Live Music at Farley with John Vicino
Cavallo Point Lodge · Sausalito
Wed Nov 18, 8pm
Karaoke Night
Ranch Water · San Rafael
$
Thu Nov 19, 6pm
Evening of Live Music with Audrey Moira Shimkas & John Hoy
Mog Asu Wine Bar & Bottle Shop · Belvedere Tiburon
Free
Thu Nov 19, 7pm
Live Music at Finnegans
Finnegan's Marin Restaurant & Bar · Novato
$$
Thu Nov 19, 6pm
Evening of Live Music with Patrick Leveque & Paul Wright
Mog Asu Wine Bar & Bottle Shop · Belvedere Tiburon
Free
Thu Nov 19, 6pm
Live Music, Drinks and Food
Mog Asu Wine Bar & Bottle Shop · Belvedere Tiburon
Free
Thu Nov 19, 6pm
Evening of Live Music with Homestead!
Mog Asu Wine Bar & Bottle Shop · Belvedere Tiburon
Free
Thu Nov 19, 6pm
Live Music ~ Mog Asu
Mog Asu Wine Bar & Bottle Shop · Belvedere Tiburon
$$
Fri Nov 20, 4pm
Live Music
Travis Marina Bar · Sausalito
Fri Nov 20, 4pm
Live Music Friday and Saturdays
Travis Marina Bar · Sausalito
Fri Nov 20, 4pm
Live Music Fridays and Saturdays
Travis Marina Bar · Sausalito
Sat Feb 6, 7pm
A Night at the Piano Bar with Brandon James Gwinn
THE STUDIO | Yoga & Pilates · Mill Valley
Live Music
Smitty's Bar · Sausalito
$
Live Music and Wine Tasting
Trek Winery · Novato
Live Music at Peri’s Tavern
Peri's Tavern · Fairfax
Locals Night with live music and great deals on food and drinks
Mountain Home Inn · Mill Valley
$$
Live Music at Smiley’s Schooner Saloon
Smiley's Saloon, Hotel & Kitchen · Bolinas
Live Music Nights at Peri's
Peri's Tavern · Fairfax
Live Music
No Name Bar · Sausalito
$
Live Music Shows
Smiley's Saloon, Hotel & Kitchen · Bolinas
Live Jazz on the Patio
Paseo: A California Bistro · Mill Valley
$$$
Sinatra Birthday Dinner
The Board Room · Novato
Live shows at Smiley’s Saloon & Hotel
Smiley's Saloon, Hotel & Kitchen · Bolinas
DJ Night
Ranch Water · San Rafael
$
Big Rock Deli
San Rafael
Tiburon Tavern
Belvedere Tiburon
$$
Perry's Novato
Novato
$$$
Margaret Todd Senior Center
Novato
Terrapin Crossroads
San Rafael
THE VENUE by Ghiringhelli's
Novato
Station House Cafe
Point Reyes Station
$$
Mill Valley Beerworks
Mill Valley
$$
The Burren House Irish Pub & Kitchen
San Rafael
Fairfax
Fairfax
Lord Fairfix Cafe & Tap
Fairfax
$
Marin Brewing Company
Larkspur
$$
Mac's at 19 Broadway
Fairfax
$0-$10
Marin Joe's Restaurant
Corte Madera
$$
Yet Wah Restaurant
San Rafael
$$
Zinz Wine Bar
Corte Madera
$$
Osteria Divino
Sausalito
$$
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