"We had reservations for Friday at 7:30 pm. The restaurant was not packed - I saw several open tables - but the decibel level in the room was HIGH, and it was just from other diners. Seems everyone was in a Friday night mood, and a couple of tables had some loud talking/laughing. My party of 4 had to pretty much shout at each other throughout the entire meal - very unpleasant. There seem to be some noise abatement structures on the ceiling, but they were inadequate. The garage door was up, and I wonder if that contributed to the high noise level. If I return to this restaurant, it will be at an off-peak time of day. I enjoyed the food, and the service was superior, but the noise had a negative impact on the quality of the meal."
Dined on 5/10/2013
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"You can never go wrong with Le Garage, whether with friends or a date. A must-try to everyone in the bay area, easily the best french restaurant I've ever tried."
Dined on 4/25/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, notable wine list, romantic, neighborhood gem, hot spot, special occasion
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"A good French restaurant that serves escargot and sweetbreads breaded and deep fried???? We didn't think so! They were both awful. The main entrees were okay but not good."
Dined on 5/02/2013
Special Features: scenic view
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"Unfortunately we were unable to get a table at 9:00 and left at 9:30 without eating. I wouldn't recommend le garage for a party of 6 as it appears they cannot accommodate a party that size."
Dined on 5/03/2013
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"Le Garage never ceases to amaze me. The setting is idyllic, right next to the nicest marina in sausalito. The ambience is energetic, but romantic at the same time. The food is the best french cuisine in the SF Bay Area. I would recommend any of the dishes, but personal favorites are the duck and roast chicken."
Dined on 2/22/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, romantic, scenic view, neighborhood gem, hot spot, special occasion
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"We brought our friend's here for the first time. Pretty much every thing we shared was a hit. Mussels prepared both with chorizo and marinieres were fresh and big. Both preparations did not disappoint. Crispy sweetbreads nothing left on the plate enough said. Duck confit flavorful rich, roasted monkfish moist and cooked to perfection. Fries never disappoint and the french bread is one of the best in the Bay Area. Dessert the passion fruit creme brulee was tart and sweet made us feel like we were on vacation the fondant au chocolate was decadent as well. Wines very good ,service was overall good even a French waiter. It's a casual fun place. Our friends who are serious foodies loved this restaurant!"
Dined on 4/30/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, romantic, scenic view, hot spot, great for lunch, special occasion
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"I have had lunch here many times, but never dinner – fabulous choice, especially on a balmy evening Had the pork chop with fennel, succulent, perfectly cooked – you could taste all the individual flavors Delicious frisée salad with brie, and also a pear tart to finish – everything was mouth watering The service is energetic and the view is very pleasing!"
Dined on 04/27/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem
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"The noise level was so high that we could hardly hear each other from across the table. It was also hard to hear the waiter. Couldn't wait to get out of there. My veal was rare instead of medium (which I had ordered). The soup, bread, butter, were great!"
Dined on 04/26/2013
2010
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"One of the best restaurants in Marin; not at all like the standard touristy Sausalito restaurants. We will certainly come again, and have been here a number of times before for both lunch and dinner."
Dined on 04/20/2013
2004
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, scenic view
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"Have had 30 to 40 meals here over the years. This was disappointingly bad. The soups are usually the best flavors on the menu. Salty lobster and truffle oil was terrible. My halibut was in a broth that was so acidic it ruined the well prepared fish. One never comes for the quiet intimate setting with attentive service --- wrong place. That has been consistent. I tasted my wife's beef filet--- perfectly prepared and very tasty. I do not give up to easy. Will try again. Hope the staff is not spread too thin by opening a third restaurant. I miss Natalie and Jacqueline and their warmth and charm."
Dined on 04/19/2013
2007
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"The service was very pleasant but SLOW and poorly timed. After waiting 40 minutes for our first course (which the waiter explained was so late because we had taken so long to order! as we lingered over a glass of wine and talked), our second course arrived almost immediately after the first, before we had finished the first. The main course arrived shortly after we had finished the 2nd course, which was just fine."
Dined on 04/09/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion, hot spot
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"My wife and I went to Le Garage for our anniversary and while it was crowded and the noise level was "energetic", the energy came across as lively and the feeling was of being the place to be. The service was prompt and attentive though not overbearing. We both enjoyed our food and wine immensely , the prices were moderate, I considered them low for the quality of food and service that we received. Despite the fact that this was a Saturday evening we never felt rushed, we liked the fact that we were allowed to linger over a last glass of wine. We will certainly return."
Dined on 04/06/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, special occasion, scenic view, great for lunch
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"The food is wonderful, the service is excellent. Well priced and interesting menu. The noise is unbearable. We were seated at the edge of the room but were unable to hear the waiter or our friends across the table. By far the noisiest restaurant ever. Try to go at the slowest time of day if you want to relax and enjoy the great food."
Dined on 04/06/2013
2002
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, scenic view
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"So very loud. Come prepared to have a hard time hearing. Food has been better. Mussels were overcooked and sauce on duck was overwhelming. Maybe this was a bad night as other timed have been better."
Dined on 04/06/2013
2004
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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"We thought the place and food were very very goog and would be happy to return however the noise level was the only thing that would prevent us from coming back.Wish you could lower the music and do something about the noise.Really loved the place and food was terrific"
Dined on 03/23/2013
2003
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, scenic view
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"for every course it was the same situation: the server never remembered who ordered what. when each course came, we had to redirect the waiter so that each person would get what they ordered. it was crazy. and the noise kept escalating to a point where it became unpleasant to be there. i think we'e writing it off. too bad: it's a beautiful location and the food is good."
Dined on 03/18/2013
2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, scenic view
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"Le Garage is a nice change from most of the typical seafood restaurants in Sausalito. The ambiance and menu are fun and different. It was a little hard to find something on the menu without mushrooms or seafood (I don't eat either) but the kitchen accommodated me. They were very busy, but with our reservation they seated us right away and accommodated our request for a view. This restaurant seems very popular with the locals--it is a little tricky to find but well worth it. Our only complaint is that it is so loud we could barely hear the waiter or each other."
Dined on 03/22/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, scenic view
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"Can't believe this place was recommended by some of our "friends"! The noise was overpowering, I am an older rock n roller so I am used to noise. This place was loud. Somewhat like the Bird's Nest at the Phoenix Open or whatever it's called now. Service was very good, food was average.
What a disappointment for an anniversary selected place to dine. We decided to do our anniversary the next nite at another place."
Dined on 03/16/2013
2011
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"Good food, great wine list 95% of the time the food is great - I got a bad tenderloin cut -- these things happen, I'll order something else next time - Le Garage is typically a very good out to dinner spot in Sausalito"
Dined on 03/13/2013
2009
Special Features: great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, romantic, scenic view
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"Alway's fantastic! Thank you for another great night at Le Garage - our out of town guest thoroughly enjoyed his meal and your lovely setting. See you soon..."
Dined on 03/14/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, scenic view, great for lunch, hot spot
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"The food and service was wonderful. It was our anniversary and we had never been there before. They seated us in the outer area against a closed door. Literally felt like I was in a garage, was cold, had to wear my coat all evening. They turned on the heaters, but they really didn't make much of a difference. So I would specifically ask to be seated in the main dining room if I ever return. Especially on a cool night."
Dined on 03/14/2013
2007
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"Too noisy inside! Otherwise, I love the place and would go more often. I'm not a Foodie but the man I took there is. He didn't think he was served enough scallops but he's the most critical person on earth."
Dined on 03/13/2013
2013
Special Features: great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem
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"Our meal for four was outstanding. The food was great. However, I would not return to this restuarant because it was impossible to hear our friends at the table due to the noise level in the restaurant. Our waiter had to shout at us to provide the day's specials (I couldn't make out what he said). I left the restaurant with a sore throat from having to yell to make myself heard. Eating out should be an enjoyable experience, a combination of good food, good service and a positive ambience, not a vocal workout. Provide some soundproofing and I'll return."
Dined on 03/09/2013
2004
Special Features: fit for foodies
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"The food was good. The hovering wait staff was oppressive and annoying, unnecessarily interrupting our conversation. We felt rushed and did not enjoy the dining experience. If you want to have a relaxing meal this is not the place."
Dined on 03/08/2013
2005
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"A casual "mechanic's garage theme" with high end french cuisine at a decent price on the waterfront. My date and I were cery lucky to find this little gem in Sausalito when dinner plans fell through. Go online to book reservations fast because this place gets full fast."
Dined on 03/02/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, scenic view
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"Food tasted wonderful with some good flavor and not so adventurous that it was outside my palate. The Risotto cake was fabulous. A soup special missed a bit. Their bread was spectacular and the beef tenderloin brought back memories of Chicago steak houses-great! This is a lively marina restaurant."
Dined on 03/02/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, hot spot
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"We've eaten at Le Garage many times and every time there is at least one dish that surprises us in a very very good way. This time it was the mushroom soup. We had tried ordering it on another occasion when it was supposed to be available and then wasn't. It was fantastic!! Lovely evening and of course we'll be back."
Dined on 02/28/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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"Great Service very thoughtful to small child awesome food"
Dined on 02/23/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion, scenic view, great for lunch
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"I love love LOVE this place! The food is so well done. I highly recommend the cheese platter to start with. This place is great for NICE food without the fancy decor. The desserts are so well made and delicious. The wine was great - it was a fantastic meal. A wee bit hidden in Sausalito, small place, so hard to get reservations, but well worth the trouble! We just went to Chez Panisse cafe, and I have to say, the food was BETTER here!"
Dined on 02/23/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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"Nestled in schoonmaker point marina, Le garage is one of the best in Marin. Great warm staff and unique garage / industrial setting. On warm evenings and sunny day there are very few places that can beat the hustle and bustle of the marina life and coming and going of yachts. While waiting for your reservation you can drink outside or promenade the many beautifull sailing boats right under your nose. There is even a Sony beach 2 minutes from the restaraunt."
Dined on 02/22/2013
2005
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, scenic view, great for lunch, hot spot
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"I had a great Valentines at Le Garage with my lady.I didn't care for the set menu but my girl loved it!Awesome service! Great ambiance! Perfect date spot people."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion
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"Nice Place for dinner. Very friendly and wonderful hospitality."
Dined on 02/18/2013
2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly, late-night find, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, scenic view, great for lunch, hot spot
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