Giaco's Valley Roadhouse

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.

We really like Giaco's however we find the service and food are better on Friday and Saturday. We have gone 3 times on weekends and had the staff get our order wrong, only put in part of the order or complete forget an item. We were there last night for a dinner with guest from out of town. We ordered the polenta fries, salads, eggplant and pizza. The young man taking the order didn't write anything down. Well the polenta fries never came. The salads came out very quick, followed quickly by my wife's eggplant. She was still working on the salad while her main dish was getting cold. The order got mixed up so the pizzas came out 30 minutes after my wife's dinner. The waiter gave up free wine and mixed drink while we waited. Anyway this is the third time so we will likely just stick with Saturday evening when the more experienced staff is there. It's nice to have the casual road house feel but it's better when your dinning experience is good as well.

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.

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.

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.

Fabulous west county roadhouse, amazing food, friendly servers and even live music! A special appetizer of halibut and scallop ceviche with avocado, cucumber and plantain chips — then the most amazing eggplant parmesan topped with crispy kale and perfectly cooked broccolini while the hubby had tagliatelle with bolognese. Great wine selection, $20 corkage if you supply your own and loads of cocktails. Rustic, comfortable atmosphere, lovely patio among the redwoods and comfy feels all around.

Make a Rez for dinner as it fills up fast during busy times. Inside, outdoor and bar seating. Live music on the weekends. Delicious food and a nice variety of menu options. Attentive service and nice mix of locals and tourists.

I had the most extraordinary experience at this wonderful restaurant and I would highly recommend it to everyone. It was my first time there, and we had just finished a very steep beautiful 6 mile hike in the nearby peaks overlooking a reservoir and we were quite hungry. The place reminded me of one of our favorite restaurants in Portola Valley which boasted a beautiful outdoor eating area. I'm a vegetarian, so I naturally looked at the salads and chose the one that our waitress recommended, and asked about the soup. She informed us that they were making the soup and it probably would take another twenty or so minutes. We both greatly enjoyed our dishes. I offered my husband a taste of mine, because it was delicious and very unusual, a warm salad with roasted vegetables, quinoa, braised kale, pistachios, pomegranate, served warm with a mustard dressing. I was still a bit hungry, though, and I knew that my husband would want dessert, so I asked, again about the soup, and was informed that it would probably be done in 5 minutes. Well, I explained very briefly to our waitress that I stopped eating sugar when i found out that I had cancer, and I was going in for surgery the next day, so I would like to have the soup at the same time that she served dessert to my husband. Soup and dessert arrived. I loved the soup; it was excellent! We were both delighted with our meal, but what touched me the most was afterwards, when my husband informed me that our kind waitress comped us the meal, when she realized that I had cancer and was going in for surgery. I almost cried and I hugged the waitress and was embarrassed, but had to tell her the details and assure her that it was just skin cancer and that I was going to be fine. Then she told me about her family and their experience with cancer and how she knew how scary it could be... The next day when I drove 2 1/2 hours to get the surgery, I kept thinking of her and her goodness, empathy, kindness, generosity and, in turn, of the deep goodness of humanity, how wonderful it is that one of the greatest drivers of all is simply the heartfelt love that inspires people to help one another. It filled me with joy and helped me get through the surgery and make my way home, and I am sure that it helped me to heal. I also know that we will return again, and again, to Giaco's Valley Roadhouse, not just for the great food, but because the folks who work there have great hearts and I will be forever grateful to our extraordinary kind, gracious waitress.

I've dined here several times over the last few years. It's nowhere near home, but worth the drive always. This is a very down home-style kind of location - tucked away among the trees in Woodacre / San Geronimo. With an inviting family-like dining room, along with a fireplace, a bar for the locals up front (we can ALL be locals here!), and a spacious back patio, where you can bring your dog if you'd like, but just a gorgeous deck under the trees -- Giaco's Valley Roadhouse provides an idyllic setting for a relaxing dining experience. But wait, there's more! The food! It's absolutely outstanding. There is nothing on the menu that I've tried yet, but I don't fully enjoy. The last couple of times I have, it has been for brunch. It made such an impression on me the last time that I had to bring my kids this time. Among the many jewels on the menu is an incredible Maple Pear French Toast - obviously seasonal, but it hits the exact perfect notes. Covered in a generous dollop of ricotta, these dense custard-soaked French toast slices are covered with warm pear bits -- and candied walnuts... plus pure maple syrup. It's worth the trip by itself. Other brunch items were well received - two eggs breakfast, huevos rancheros, and a special omelet boasting cheddar, bacon and spinach. Add a wine list - by the glass - that doesn't disappoint.... Amazing brunch! But it's not just brunch, this place is open for dinner and has a delicious looking menu that I've sampled once before. Come for the inviting setting, get rewarded by the amazing food, and top it all off with attentive friendly service...all at a very reasonable price. You will not be disappointed.

My mom and I live out of town and after a long day of travel, we arrive to our Airbnb late and decided to try Giacos because it was nearby. we arrived at the restaurant late (close to closing) and the staff graciously sat us anyway (at their last available table). They apologized in advance for the wait (due to a full restaurant and being understaffed) and left us with menus. Our waitress Greer greeted us right away, who was an absolute joy; she was not only professional but made us feel right at home. We ordered the Hamachi crudo, cesar salad and Short rib pappardelle & chocolate mousse. Everything was absolutely amazing. I absolutely would go back, just for the Crudo and the service. 10/10 experience thanks mostly to Greer and the delicious food.

We stopped here for lunch on the way back from the beach. I think it was the day that they were closing up for the Christmas / holiday break. They were trying to clear the kitchen so they were out of some items on the menu. This was the first time I'd been here. I love the setting and the feel of the restaurant. I ordered the fried chicken sandwich and I would give it 5 stars. It was the perfect amount of meat and trimmings. It was probably one of the best fried chicken sandwiches I've had. Unfortunately, my daughter's breakfast burrito wasn't so good. Her favorite version of breakfast burrito comes from the Garden Cafe over the hill in San Rafael. This version, though, was very poor. It actually does matter how you distribute the ingredients in a burrito. It can the difference between good and bad. Also, she had asked for crispy bacon and it was barely cooked. My 4 star review is an average between 1 star for the burrito and 5 stars for the chicken sandwich.

Lovely cozy ambience and delicious food! Kids loved the pizza and we had great pasta dishes.

We used to go when it was TwoBird all of the time since we live close by. Once the new owners came on the scene, the vibe was no longer nice. The community spirit and kindness are gone. We went once and will never return. We went for a child's birthday, and they did not want to seat us despite plenty of open tables and a reservation. The hostesses and wait staff were rude and unfriendly. The food was overpriced. They asked us to pay the bill before we were even done eating bringing some machine to the table. They then tried to hustle us out. Fine for tourists, I guess. Local, Don't bother.

It's a tragic shame to have such a great rustic building, awesome location, fireplace, atmosphere and beautiful setting only to serve barely edible food. They messed up both of our orders. The huevos rancheros was unrecognizable. It was a bowl of slop. Over cook eggs on one burnt flour tortilla, barely any beans, with a can of enchilada sauce poured over it and an inch of half melted pizza mozzarella cheese. It was like chewing on a giant wad of cheese gum in a soup bowl. The avocados were sadly drowned deep under this sea to the point where I had to fish them out from the depths. Most of the waitresses looked like they just rolled out of bed. Very overpriced.

Had the most delicious huevos rancheros paired with a latte- by far the best in Marin! Friendly staff & quick service. Check them out, you won't be disappointed.

Head west over White's Hill and you're in the Valley, where Giaco's Valley Roadhouse is located. You might be a mere 40 minutes away from San Francisco but things are different out here as my experience clearly demonstrated. The staff seemed ample and kind but basically clueless in the art of service. Coffee and cream were served without any silverware on the table. Five separate requests for silverware were made of multiple workers and still, the only way I got a spoon with which to stir my (now cold) coffee was by going inside and getting a spoon myself. I watched as a nearby table's plates were served and observed several minutes elapse before they were given tableware with which to begin eating. It was cold outside and getting a working space heater took time, effort, and finally, masking tape. A beer arrived, but it was just that, not the IPA that had been ordered. While experiencing all of this, my party had observed two separate menu notations: First, a "5% Marin mandate" is added to all bills. A "mandate" is an official order and Marin County has no such mandate in effect. So prices are actually 5% higher than the stated menu price. The menu also mentioned a 20% service fee for parties of 6 or more. Though not unheard of for large parties, a 20% mandatory tip for poor-to-middling service felt egregious and while we waited for the silverware to materialize after those repeated requests it became somewhat of a sore subject amongst those at my table. Food arrived, colorful, mostly tasty, and ample in portion, but foreshadowed by the service issues we'd already experienced. We were thankful to see that the 20% service fee had not been included and we tipped well regardless so I guess this is my way of telling these folks: your service levels seriously impacted my enjoyment of your restaurant. With the cost of dining out at an all time high the expectation is that food and service should be worthy of the prices being paid. Giaco's missed the mark on this visit.

Great food and service. Well priced. Homey atmosphere. Fun location. Happy to recommend.

First time we came to Giaco's, we stumbled upon it after a hike. Food was superb, great environment, and service was excellent. It's become a family favorite - birthdays, special occasions, a night out we love it. Jahmil has taken care of our family each time, and he does it up to the 9's. Pasta, pizza, salads are all clean, simple, and delicious!

If your love nature this is the place for you. We had outdoor seating which was amazing it wasn't to hot nor too cold. The service was pretty good and quick! The drinks definitely hit the spot and the food was pretty tasteful! Highly recommend this place ! Cute outdoor seating!

What an incredible dinner dining experience. The food and service were phenomenal. Appetizer of polenta fries was great. Caesar salad was incredible- one of the best Caesar dressings I've had, obviously house made. Beet salad also fantastic, and I don't typically like beets. Pork shank over polenta was a great entree- large serving and enough for me to have left overs. And finished with the tiramisu which was also great.

The best Italian Cuisine I've ever went to. The food was great and the customers were very friendly.

Love this place, we come all the time with our kids for breakfast and is consistently fantastic. Great cofffee, good handmaiden bread. Such a cozy and comfortable atmosphere. Worth the trip and a great place to go after a hike. Service is always excellent and friendly too.

Great staff. Excellent chef. Owner knows and supports the community. Great centering place for the valley.

Stopped in for dinner on a Friday evening and were seated right away. The interior was cozy and clean, and the staff were very friendly. Our food came out quickly but was pretty "meh". We ordered a salad and a pizza, and were pretty uninspired by both. Don't think I'd come back again.

Always amazing food. One of my favorites. Nice deck to hang out in as well. Sometimes they have music. The staff is nice. You can't go wrong here.

We visit Giano's once a year when on a vacation in Pt. Reyes. While the food is always superb, the service is completely lacking. This year the affable young man had a hard time remembering our orders, had to check with the bar several times to find out if they could make the standard drinks we ordered (they apparently could not), and spent a lot of time talking in a loud voice with the cooks while we were trying to have a conversation in the dining room just a few feet away from all of them. Nor did he know how to place the plates on the table or clear them between courses. It would be great if your waitstaff was nearly as good as your menu, chef, and ambiance. Perhaps training someone before they begin interacting with diners?

We had a wonderful dinner here yesterday. They had live music which was great. The food and service were excellent as well. Everything we ate from the burrata to arancini to the pork medallions to pizza to pot de creme was very good. We will come back if we are in the area for sure.

The best meal I have ever had in Marin! Incredible pizza and the appetizers are superb.

Olive Garden quality. nothing else to say. They don't even bother using the stuff they give you to put on the pasta.. it's fake store bought "Parmesan".. and at $30 for a plate of pasta, you'd expect actual aged parmigiano at least as a topping. Let's not even start with the fake premade pizza crust and the crappy shredded mozzarella. Just absurdly bad

Consistently great food. And the outdoor patio is lovely. Ever since we discovered Giaco's several months ago we have been a few times for Sunday brunch, and several return trips for dinner. We haven't been disappointed by anything on the menu yet.

Came back for brunch today and I was again amazed by the food! The Crab Benedict was absolutely delicious. It was just the right amount of the flavorful hollandaise sauce and the egg was poached so perfectly. The crab meat was tasty and it went so well with the Brickmaiden sourdough bread (now I have to make a visit to this bakery). We also ordered the trout and eggs and the fish was well seasoned and thinly battered. This is now my go-to when I'm in the area!

This place had some of the best pizza i've ever had. Amazing service plus some of the most kind servers. And they even made us something that wasn't even on the menu which was pesto bread sticks. They all have such great ambiance

Absolutely love Giaco's Roadhouse where you really feel like part of the family. brunch is absolutely off the charts, huevos rancheros for breakfast (add chorizo!), and fried chicken sandwich are favorites Dinner is spectacular as well, my favorite here is the carbonara and the frito mixto (skramps & squids ) Staff are super friendly, live music often, great stuff all around I recently checked in with a statistician who informed me that I will likely visit around 500 times over the next 20 years - you should join me

For us the service at a restaurant makes a big difference. MICAH greeted us with warmth and friendliness and took us to our table and served us water and made sure we were comfortable. Then our server, CHARLOTTE, took our order and brought our food and made sure all was well with us. Both of these people made our experience at this restaurant feel special. We recommend this comfortable, neighborhood restaurant with good outside dinning options.

Someone wanted to come here for their birthday. It's out in the middle of nowhere which is kinda cool. It was a nice night so we were able to sit outside with our dog. The food was good and the service was great. It was a perfect destination dinner.

Came in after having a rough day and Giaco's was a much needed respite. The atmosphere is lovely, it looks like a cabin inside. Super nice staff and excellent food. I cannot stress enough how delicious the pork chop special was. If you are stopping by and you enjoy pork, this plate is for you! The sauce was so rich, it kinda tasted like wine. Keep in mind, it was a special so it may not be there later! We also had the eggplant parm, prosciutto pizza, olives, and calamari. All of it was very well seasoned and delicious. Be aware: Marin county charges tax, so that will appear on your bill.

Eggs Benedict is delicious! Staff is so friendly and the atmosphere is quaint. Love it here.

Kudos to the patient staff at Giaco's especially Joshua who was so gracious in accommodating our party. Fewer than expected showed up for the breakfast reservation until we were seated and then several late stragglers arrived-one at a time.. Much table rearranging was handled with good humor...and the food was delicious. It was a great beginning to an annual traditional gathering. We'll be back(a few at a time). Anne M.

They have good food and the ambiance is great. The service is seriously lacking. This has happened twice. Ordering eggplant Parmesan means you will wait up to one hour for your food. They don't tell you this and they don't apologize. Your friends may get their food but you will still be waiting. Or your friends won't get their food until you do and their food will be lukewarm. They need to improve their service and their kitchen timing. Want to like this place but after this happened twice I won't be coming back.

My wife and I have been here a few times and the food has been excellent and it's always a cozy destination to bring guests from out of town.

We came to Giaco during their Sunday brunch and were blown away. We sat on the patio in the sun and had an amazing meal. We had the roasted salad and the trout plate and both were genuinely a 10/10. So excited to have discovered this spot. Can't wait to come back!

Had a delicious midweek lunch on the back patio while visiting in the area. It wasn't crowded and appeared to be mostly locals (off season). Blue Salad was on point! Everything fresh and tasty and a decent size portion as things go these days. BLT with fries was good and not much you can do wrong on an order like that. I held back on the fifth star only because my order was so basic that it's hard to really assess a place. But I'd come back for sure next time I'm in the area, for the salad alone! San Francisco prices. Service was more low key and the waitperson I had was a bit timid but nothing to complain about.

This roadhouse is just adorable, it's tucked away in a little side street in the middle of nowhere. I've never been here before and I heard it was remodeled. It's classy, but not super classy, so you don't have to worry about being super dressed up. The service was exceptional, the bartender was so nice and friendly, as well as everyone else, food is yummy, heard they have great live band nights, deducted a star only because food is a little overpriced for smallish portions, i'll definitely try to make it for the lunch menu next time and be back for more drinks at the full bar

Never consistent. Never consistent. Front of the house staff is really kind. Kitchen staff is not consistent. I have favorites I ordered here out of desperation because I didn't have a place to cook and needed to eat! The frying is always overcooked...I asked if I could substitute my fries for onion rings and I was told yes, but I was charged the $7 onion rings price... So I paid for no fries and burnt onion rings that I ate one and threw away, shucks Also, I've ordered the carbonara at least 6x and only found out from the bar tender an egg is supposed to be placed on top? Not my experience.... Not that I want the egg, but the bacon on this dish can go from yummy to terrible. Each time I've had it the bacon had been from almost raw to charred, large to small, .... Just no consistency. I wish I could keep eating at this local place since we are in the same valley and I really want to support local businesses, but I've given Giacco's hundreds and hundreds of dollars and tried many things on the menu, but unfortunately I see no consistency here and I am sorry I won't be a patron any longer. I give up!

NOTE: This used to be Two Bird's Cafe. Quick recap: We had outstanding service! The food and drinks were all delicious! To start with, the hostess and waitress were extremely nice and accommodating. We arrived with a party of 7 right before they were about to close and they were so welcoming, asking us to come in. (We had planned to arrive earlier, but the road is windy.) Now that I know how great the place is, I would definitely make the drive again to come here. We came for brunch, and I'd love to come for dinner as well. I honestly can't stress enough how amazing the service was. The food was delicious all around and it came out really quickly. We had the regular Benedict and the Gravlax (smoked salmon Benedict). They actually smoke the salmon in house! We also had the breakfast sandwich, omelette, and burger and everything was spot on. The burger was juicy with a fresh brioche bun. Adding avocado and bacon is highly recommended! You pay extra of course, but they give you half an avocado, and delicious bacon. We subsequently decided to order an extra side of bacon! They also recently got a liquor license and the drinks were very tasty. I recommend the Passion Stormy (surprisingly good twist on a Dark & Stormy) and the Ramous Fizz. They also had a good local beer list and some wines. We sat outside and had beautiful sunny weather. Absolutely come here if you are in the area!

Beautiful new Giaco's restaurant in Woodacre! This new establishment is a must to destination. Hamburger 10/10 pancakes 10/10 steak 10/1011 Oh and the owner Dante 10/10

Dropped in for dinner right at opening after hiking with the dogs at Roy's Redwoods. Cute place, loved the ambience. Within 45 minutes the place was filling up fast. The outdoor patio looked great. If we're in the area again during lunch service we'd happily sit there. Service was good, Cristina checked in regularly to see how everything was going. Read some reviews where folks mentioned plates not being cleared but we didn't have that issue. Dinner menu had a lot of tempting items but we went with a few appetizers, the sausage pizza and shared tiramisu with cappuccinos each for dessert. It was perfect. The polenta fries with jalapeno and accompanying garlic aioli were delicious. The aioli was perfect. The fried calamari was tasty with the cocktail sauce and the tartar sauce. We ordered the steamed mussels in wine sauce with a hit of red chili flakes. The broth was one of the best we've had and we've had a lot. We let the grilled bread soak up the goodness, used it with the calamari too. The pizza with homemade sausage was tasty and rounded out dinner. Big piece of tiramisu was plenty for two, not overly sweet and the cappuccinos completed the meal. They had live bluegrass type music which was cool but we were done so only caught a couple of songs. We were right next to the band so it was pretty loud in the main dining room. Overall great dinner, enjoyed the vibe and we will return next time in the area.

Amazing food and service! Would recommend and go again! Great experience and knowledgeable staff!

The atmosphere is great, it's a bit out of the way but that's what makes it unique. I usually order a salad but today I ordered a fried chicken sandwich. It was good but I felt like something was off. My husband ordered fish and chips and took some of it home. After we were home for awhile I smelled something really awful. I think it might be that the oil for the fish and chips hadn't been changed for sometime. I realize the price of oil has quadrupled but I'm already paying double what I paid two years ago at restaurants.

Lovely place for a late morning breakfast. Definitely sit on the patio if it's warm enough. Portions are perfect, service is friendly, and food comes out quick and hot. Great spot to meet the neighborhood locals.

Saturday evening around 7:30. We enter to loud singing around a piano. Good grief. We ask for the patio. Still kinda loud but better. Order fried calamari with a couple of shrimp for app. So over fried that we couldn't even taste the calamari. Lots of crunchy crumbs. For entrees we ordered vegetable parmigiana. Quite tasty accompanied by nice broccoli rabe. Then..wild mushroom personal pizza with truffle oil. Way too much crust/bread. So chintzy with the mushrooms that they were difficult to even taste. Couldn't detect the promised truffle oil..$20. The trout, overdone and dry. So, very mediocre food experience. Nice service though.

Second time we went to Giaco's. Last time was good, this time was great. Started with arancini balls. Omg. Slice into this gorgeous ball and out comes rice and cheesy goodness. It came in a tomato sauce that was delicious. I had the king salmon - possibly the best salmon I have ever had. My husband had swordfish. Both so yummy. We will definitely be back.

Randomly stopped by Giaco's and I was highly impressed. Very cute location, love the ambiance, food was verryyy tasty and the service was on point. I will be coming back soon!

Giaco's pride in what they serve. They specialize in local produce, dairy, meats and seafood..I've come 4 times for lunch. I hear the garlic prawns and Osso Bucco on the diner menu are fabulous . An overlooked West Marin choice for breakfast lunch or dinner. They are committed to building on the legacy of excellent cuisine and Warm hospitality of the previously named Two Bird Cafe, If you order a Caesar salad. You can add fresh salmon, hot off the grill. same with the Gulf Prawns, locally farmed chicken or steak. Christina the primary waitress is efficient, perky and welcoming. They have a full bar and espresso. The restaurant is owned by the Giacomini famiy move to West Marin in the 30's They also own Tony's Feed Barn in Point Reyes Station. Their may not be a be a family more staunchly protectiive of the farmlands, ranches and the pristine coastline.

This place deserves a second try. I think I just got a bad piece of chicken. It was predominantly skin, slightly overdone, and tasted like fish. Fries were good! Aperol Spritz was delightful. The service and atmosphere is worth returning for!

Went to Giaco's for my birthday. It's really amazing what they're doing with the place. Always loved Two Bird, but the new vibe is wonderful. Had the Huevos rancheros and it was something special. Staff is great and the manager Alejandro is a blast. Thanks Christina who served us! 10/10

Good food and ambiance. we ate the eggplant parmesan, polenta fries, and burrata cheese with sourdough bread. everything tasted great. this place is worth a visit!