Guesthouse Marin - Kentfield, California

Isabel McGraw

The ambiance was nice, and the food was really good. The ahi tuna tartare was especially delicious, our favorite appetizer. The steak was perfectly cooked, and the service was excellent and friendly. They change their menu occasionally, which is nice because you can try different dishes. I prefer seating outside when available because there's more space and it's not as loud. Seating inside is also nice, but when it's crowded, you get too close to the person sitting next to you, if seating at the two-person tables.

Porschephilia

Food excellent as always. Service was a bit off in regards to timing - 35 minutes to get drinks ordered and not due to perseveration or delays on our part. Server was very friendly though and everything else came relatively directly. Place can get quite noisy in the main dining room when busy.

Burstock

Great all round experience. Excellent service, quick and very professional. Food was very good if a little under seasoned. Disappointed there was no bread offered, and the toast pieces with the tuna tartare looked like they were out of a packet. Steak was properly medium rare, and delicious. A little pricey but, you have to pay a bit more for quality these days, so not unreasonable.

Georgia Thunes

After a recent (our 5th?) dinner here, I had to come drop a review to give the team kudos. Eating out is expensive these days, but I always feel like our meals at Guesthouse are worth it. The food and cocktails are consistently great, and the staff is truly stellar. They operate this restaurant like a top notch city destination.

Mike Ackerman

An awesome meal where our server made helpful suggestions, which were out of this world. The miyake mushroom appetizer was amazing to share for three of us. Then our main dishes; roasted pumpkin bisque, radiatori bolognese, shrimp & sausage spaghettini were plentiful - followed by the flourless chocolate cake and three spoons a perfect finish. The restaurant's acoustics were great allowing for conversation without shouting across the table. Truly a special evening with neighbors.

Josef Aukee

Finally had a chance to try this wonderful addition to the Marin dining scene. Everything working on all cylinders. Great host nabbed us a prime table in the lively dining room. Service spot on for stellar martini (Plymouth), oysters (Canadian), Caesar salad, saffron rice balls, followed by wild salmon with beans and mashed potatoes, and dazzling chicken sandwich with crisp fries. Took cookies to go. Compelling wine list. Ready to return soon. Reservations best bet.

Erik Jones

You could make an entire meal from the appetizers alone. The inspired menu is eclectic and yet simple. The dishes key ingredients speak for themselves. The wine list features many selections for those just waiting a glass and offers superior variety above and beyond the ubiquitous California Zinfandel or Napa Cabernet Sauvignon that we see in almost every restaurant in northern California.

Superior service rounded out the experience with personal contact with the owner and GM. It didn't feel overdone and we felt that everyone and everything was well orchestrated.

Had the crab stuffed lobster and my mom had the King salmon for mains. Appetizers included oysters, the smoked trout bites, mushrooms and arancini. We still had room for the special dessert: peach cobbler.

We can't wait to return!

R. A.W.

This is a beautiful restaurant. Great ambiance. Great menu. Great service. Great food. All around great. I went for dinner and it was a packed house. Everyone in the room were enjoying their food and drinks. Chatter from all corners. It was a bit loud.. but I was still able to have my own conversations with my husband and daughter. It was a lovely evening/dinner. I will be back!!