Giaco's Valley Roadhouse

“Truly a Valley gem! Wonderful food and service for lunch and dinner. The core menu always hit those necessary cravings and the specials are always an amazing treat. You couldn’t find a more welcoming, and considerate staff. The full bar has a quality selection and they have excellent craft cocktails for everyone. Don’t even get me started on the tap beer! 100% the best Guinness on tap in Marin county, and if you think otherwise your dead wrong. Giaco’s is never the wrong choice for a family gathering, date, get together with friends, or a chill lunch or brunch. Oh and they have live music sometimes! Enjoy.”

“This is my father in law’s favorite place to eat. The place says it is a roadhouse, but it has the feeling of a cabin in the woods. There is a bar and two dining rooms inside, but everyone was eating outside in the back patio, side porch, and in a small yard. The food was delicious. I had steak and eggs. Other people had the Cobb salad, the Steak sandwich, and the peach stuffed French toast. The beer and cocktails were very nice.”

“I had the pleasure of stumbling upon Giaco’s while taking a random drive outside of downtown SF where I was staying. The restaurant is unassuming and downright charming. The staff were all beyond kind, and my pizza/beer were both simply mouth watering. I would return to the area for no other reason than to enjoy a cool breeze and a lovely meal on the peaceful patio.”

“I used to work at this spot many years ago, so it was great to finally come back and see what Giacco has done with the place since taking over about three and a half years ago. This was my first time trying it under the new ownership, and it absolutely holds onto that classic San Geronimo charm while feeling fresh and welcoming. It’s a fun stop whether you’re heading out to the beach or just want to get a little farther out of town. The outdoor seating is a standout…surrounded by trees and open air, it really feels like you’re tucked into nature. Staff were friendly, service was great, and the brunch menu had a wide range of options. I went with the crab and shrimp omelette topped with hollandaise, and it was a solid choice. Rich, flavorful, and exactly the kind of hearty brunch you want in a place like this. A great return visit and a spot I’ll definitely keep on my list whenever I’m in the valley.”

“I liked the down-to-earth, local vibe. It seemed like a place where weary travelers had been stopping for warm hospitality for decades. The food was pretty good. The kids liked the waffle sticks and French toast with mango. I only ever return food when I get very runny eggs after asking for very hard. I did this and unfortunately received equally runny eggs.”