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Best Restaurants for Outdoor Dining in Novato

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A photo of El Dorado Kitchen restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(6118)
$$$$
• Californian • Sonoma
Booked 54 times today
ElDorado Kitchen never disappoints me. The paella was delicious and the cocktails are always innovative. The Buzz Off n/a cocktail was amazing!
A photo of Wild Goat Bistro - Petaluma restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(2464)
$$$$
• American • Petaluma
Booked 19 times today
Fabulous, friendly service. Excellent food with terrific vegan options. Loved it & eating leftover now!
A photo of the girl & the fig - Sonoma restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(9923)
$$$$
• French • Sonoma
Booked 76 times today
very nice lunch , good service, portion generous and ambience super fun
A photo of Greens Restaurant restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(11193)
$$$$
• Vegetarian / Vegan • Marina / Cow Hollow / Presidio
Booked 74 times today
Dinner at Greens was a wonderful experience. The meal was delicious in every detail, and our server was a friend we have known at Greens from previous occasions. My friend and I try to dine at Greens as frequently as we can, which is not nearly as frequently as we would like! It's always an adventure!!!
A photo of Perry's on Magnolia restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(2383)
$$$$
• American • Larkspur
Booked 30 times today
Everything, other than the parking, is so perfect here. Great food, great drinks, and excellent service.
A photo of Layla at MacArthur Place restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(1714)
$$$$
• Californian • Sonoma
Booked 32 times today
excellent experience. Delicious food, great service, and a beautiful setting for our luncheon.
A photo of Marché Restaurant restaurant
4.4
Awesome(1730)
$$$$
• Farm-to-table • Ross
Booked 2 times today
Every dish was perfect. First time for 3 of my guests and they raved about the food
A photo of Sakura Sushi restaurant
4.3
Awesome(38)
$$$$
• Japanese • San Rafael
Hubby and I think Sakura has the best sushi in town. We’ve been coming here for many years.
A photo of Salt & Stone restaurant
4.5
Awesome(2141)
$$$$
• Californian • Kenwood
Booked 38 times today
As always we thoroughly enjoyed ourselves. The food, service and outside seating is all we can ask for from a restaurant. We will be back again and again.
A photo of The Club Restaurant restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(637)
$$$$
• American • San Rafael
Booked 5 times today
Food always good. I had the Special meal for Fridays - fish, rice and vegetables. It was delicious, and a half of a salad.

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  • Joey
    Sacramento / Sacramento Valley •5 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    ElDorado Kitchen never disappoints me. The paella was delicious and the cocktails are always innovative. The Buzz Off n/a cocktail was amazing!
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    El Dorado Kitchen$$$$• Californian• Sonoma
    •
    4.7
  • richard
    San Francisco Bay Area •5 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    excellent experience. Delicious food, great service, and a beautiful setting for our luncheon.
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    Layla at MacArthur Place$$$$• Californian• Sonoma
    •
    4.7
  • Abbey
    San Francisco Bay Area •4 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 7 days ago
    Fabulous, friendly service. Excellent food with terrific vegan options. Loved it & eating leftover now!
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    Wild Goat Bistro - Petaluma$$$$• American• Petaluma
    •
    4.6
  • MichaelangeloGold
    San Francisco Bay Area •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Oct 29, 2026
    Last week, I had the pleasure of visiting Farm Restaurant, and it was an exceptional experience from start to finish. The atmosphere was warm, welcoming, and beautifully designed, creating the perfect setting for a relaxing meal. The food was fresh, flavorful, and clearly prepared with high-quality ingredients. Every dish was thoughtfully presented, and you could really taste the care that went into the preparation. The farm-to-table approach shines through in every bite, making the meal feel both wholesome and memorable. What truly stood out was the outstanding service. The staff was attentive, friendly, and knowledgeable about the menu, offering great recommendations and ensuring a seamless dining experience. Whether you're looking for a casual lunch, a special dinner, or simply a place to enjoy fresh, delicious food, Farm Restaurant is definitely worth a visit. I left impressed and already looking forward to my next meal there. Highly recommended!
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    FARM Restaurant + Bar$$$$• Italian• Napa
    •
    4.5
  • BillGold
    San Francisco Bay Area •10 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Oct 5, 2026
    Every dish was perfect. First time for 3 of my guests and they raved about the food
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    Marché Restaurant$$$$• Farm-to-table• Ross
    •
    4.4
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