Larkspur, CA
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Magical Larkspur, nestled at the eastern edge of Mount Tamalpais, enjoys the finest weather in Marin County. The wooded canyons were once favorite hunting grounds of Spanish settlers, for bears, wild cats, and so on. In the late 19th century, subdivisions offered ideal sites for vacation homes, plus homes for permanent residents.
In the last 15 years, homebuyers have discovered quiet, sunny Larkspur homes with diverse architectures, including log cabins, Victorians, Spanish, mission-style, New England, Tudor, and modern. Settings range from deep canyons lined with Redwood, Bay, and Madrone trees (on the west side of Magnolia Ave.) to level creek-side settings on the east side of Magnolia. Thirty years ago, Larkspur was the poor man's Mill Valley; now it is equal in lifestyle and property values.
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Larkspur is a great place to own a home. It's listed on the National Register of Historic Places, featuring a small downtown with charming, historic shops, homes, and landmarks. Stroll down Magnolia Avenue and enjoy dining in world-renowned restaurants, shopping in high-quality specialty stores, or a latte in an intimate coffeehouse. The Lark Theater, a late art deco movie house in the heart of town is under restoration, adding to the charm of Magnolia Ave.
The old railroad tracks are now converted to a beautiful, level walking path that extends from Corte Madera to Kentfield and out across the marsh toward the Bay.
The meandering town limits of Larkspur include part of Greenbrae and the Larkspur Ferry terminal to the east---for luxurious commuting to San Francisco---and the Larkspur Landing Shopping Center with bustling restaurants.
Baseball fans: Special service from the Larkspur Ferry Terminal delivers you on weekends directly to AT&T Park for San Francisco Giants home games.
Larkspur offers a wide variety of activities from hiking on the winding trails of Mt. Tamalpais, windsurfing in the Bay, tennis, or swimming at a convenient club.
Larkspur Landing Shopping Center and the Larkspur Ferry Terminal
East of Larkspur and Greenbrae is the Larkspur Ferry Terminal and, across the street, the Larkspur Landing Shopping Center and a Marriott Courtyard Hotel.
Larkspur Community Information
- City of Larkspur
- Larkspur Chamber of Commerce
- Larkspur City Data
- Larkspur Historical Society
- Larkspur Ferry
My Favorite Places in Larkspur
- Jim Corbet's Hardware is a complete, old-fashioned hardware store. They have everything, including a very good kitchen section. 1155 Magnolia Avenue-near Kentfield. (415) 461-5330
- Coquelicot, a French import shop in the downtown, with unique linens, tableware, and antiques. Always a fun place to stop. (415) 924-0279
- The old Lark Theater has been renovated with comfortable seating. It screens first run Hollywood, independent, and art films. You can purchase wine and snacks in the lobby. (415) 924-5111.
- Pearl at 1020 Magnolia Ave (north from downtown) offers high-end women's clothing. (415) 464-1808.
- The Silver Peso, right downtown, is one of the oldest, funky neighborhood bars in Marin, complete with pool tables and shuffleboard. It's a good place to meet long-time Marinites. (415) 924-3448.
Larkspur Restaurants
- E & O Trading Company in Larkspur Landing Shopping Center is just across from the Larkspur Ferry Terminal on east Sir Frances Drake Blvd. In a warm and attractive dining room, they serve interesting and flavorful Asian-American dishes. Check out the other restaurants and shops in this center.
- Emporio Rulli is the best for people watching and to taste the sweetness of Italy – an authentic Italian pastry shop--offering a wide variety of pastries, cookies, coffees, gelato, wines, Italian foods, and interesting kitchen pottery. You'll think you are in Bologne.
- Lark Creek Inn is in a Victorian building among the redwoods at 234 Magnolia Avenue. The loveliest dining is on the patio on a warm afternoon. Just renovated and revised in June 2009. (415) 924-7767
- Left Bank has French bistro food in a charming atmosphere. Good burgers, Salad Niscoise, and other French standards. Very popular. (415) 927-3331
- Picco in downtown Larkspur has very fine food--probably the most elegant in town. You can't go wrong with anything on the menu, with the possible exception of the risotto. The pizzeria next door gets rave reviews, the flavors are exquisite, but the crust may be soggy. Interesting wine selections. (415) 924-0300
- Ristorante Fabrizio is a great down-home Italian Restaurant. It is open from lunch till after dinner. If you dine outside on a warm day, you'll be in Italy. Across from the city hall at 455 Magnolia Ave. (415) 924-3332
- Tabla Cafe is hidden away at 1167 Magnolia Ave., just to the right of Corbett's Hardware (corner of Estelle St.). The food is exceptional: fresh, thoughtfully prepared, and light. They are open for lunch and dinner till 7:30. (415) 461-6787.