Buckeye Roadhouse
American restaurant · Marin County ·

Buckeye Roadhouse

American restaurant · Marin County ·

Upscale American comfort food in circa-1937 lodge surroundings

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15 Shoreline Hwy, Mill Valley, CA 94941 Get directions

$50–100

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15 Shoreline Hwy, Mill Valley, CA 94941 Get directions

+1 415 331 2600
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•Usually a wait
•Reservations required
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•Popular for lunch
•Popular for dinner
•Cozy
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"This Mill Valley favorite has been open for almost 90 years. The dining room is both comfortable and stately in its dimly-lit, lodge-esque way, but grab a table on the patio for the full summer-in-NorCal experience. Pair a glass of chardonnay with their oysters “bingo,” similar to oysters Rockefeller, and don’t miss the s’more pie, which is an institution in and of itself." - Vox Creative

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17 Essential Restaurants in Marin County

"This former hunting lodge with a cozy bar and a stirred, never-shaken Manhattan has gemütlichkeit in spades. Diffused light from horn-shaped chandeliers and a kindled fire in the hearth reflects off burnished wood panels. Chef Robert Price stamps the time-honored American menu with an updated, seasonal style. Start with Oysters Bingo and smoked chicken wings, then choose a meaty protein (braised lamb shank or barbecued baby back ribs perhaps), before finishing off an epic meal with a slice of s’more pie, a.k.a. Marin’s favorite dessert." - Christina Mueller

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Where To Eat Pie for Pi Day

"Road-trippers and Mill Valley locals have been flocking to this whitewashed Craftsmen Bungalow since 1937 for California-influenced American fare—think Oysters bingo over spinach, topped with garlic aïoli. The restaurant's dessert menu is short and sweet: slices of a lofty s'more pie or Key lime with a granola crust, or butterscotch crème brûlée." - Sophie Friedman

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Shash K.

Google
Waited 15 min to bring us the water. This place is nice. Love the vive . I ordered grilled liver. It was small and taste ok. There's other restaurants that taste better. I just want to try this restaurant. Im sure the fried onion taste good a lot of people order them

Jozze F.

Google
Charming Spot with Great Vibes and Tasty Food! We stopped by Buckeye Roadhouse without a reservation and were lucky to get a seat in the lounge/bar area — and honestly, it was perfect! The atmosphere is cozy and stylish, with a touch of historic charm. The old building has so much character, and the food was delicious. From the decor to the service, everything felt thoughtfully put together. Even without a table in the main dining room, we had a great experience.

eric W.

Google
I have only been there twice, but they are two of the highest quality, most memorable meals I have ever had. The service has been top-tier, the seats and tables are comfortable, the booths are thoroughly gangster, and the dessert menu is off the chain. Now that they are serving brunch, I can see myself traveling up there from Half Moon Bay at least once a month. It is so darn good. I must ask what the heck you are doing reading this review when you could be eating at the Buckeye Roadhouse?

Matt P

Google
I was really surprised by the amazing hospitality and quality of the food at Buckeye Roadhouse. Definitely recommended if you’re looking for traditional American cuisine. Try the onion rings!

Ararat M.

Google
Incredible smoked meat dishes and the best brisket I’ve had so far. The mac and cheese was also outstanding. I’ll definitely be coming back and highly recommend it to anyone looking to enjoy some truly delicious meat.

Brian

Google
Incredible restaurant with an old school vibe. Classic American comfort food done at a high level. Very popular so i do recommend reservations. Great experience.

merton P.

Google
Our first time at the Buckeye Roadhouse was a wonderful experience... Food was delicious! Service was attentive. Food was served in a timely manner. Oysters Bingo are fantastic! Similar to Oysters Rockefeller, these are a notch up in my opinion... Sorry my picture of the oysters was after they were eaten. They were so good I forgot to take a before picture!

Benny K.

Google
Great quality consistent dishes! Okay, wine by the glass selection. Bottle wine starts at around $100. Good services and locally known for several decades. Living wage 4% charges. We adjusted our tips accordingly.
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Jessica A.

Yelp
Perfect for a company dinner... and definitely a date night spot We came here for a company dinner and I honestly couldn't have asked for a better experience. Buckeye Roadhouse has such a classic, cozy vibe that immediately feels special--you can tell it's a place people come back to. First things first: make a reservation. This place is popular for a reason. The food absolutely did not disappoint. I ordered the chicken dish, and it was hands-down my favorite--perfectly cooked, flavorful, and comforting in the best way. The tuna tataki was another standout: fresh, beautifully presented, and light but satisfying. Every plate that hit the table felt thoughtful and well-executed. And then... the s'more pie. Wow. Easily one of the best desserts I've had in a long time and the perfect way to end the meal--rich, nostalgic, and totally indulgent without being overwhelming. Between the atmosphere, the service, and how solid every dish was, this place instantly went on my "come back soon" list. Already planning to return for a date night because it just has that romantic, timeless feel. Highly recommend if you're looking for great food, a polished experience, and a spot that feels like a treat every time.
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David H.

Yelp
The Buckeye Roadhouse serves up savory dishes that stand the test of time with the inimitable "Brick Chicken,"!Ribeye steak, favorite Oysters Bingo: recipe but dint try this @ home: Onions, Celery, Carrots, Garlic, White Wine, Thyme, Bay Leaves, Parsley, Tomato, Chicken Stock, Garnished with Shaved Pecorino Cheese and Micro Celery. The deserts just exquisite!
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Karina M.

Yelp
I came here for dinner with a friend while staying in Larkspur. Parking is a bit odd/tricky. There's a lot across the street but it's not the easiest to access and there are no lights so it can be a little odd to cross. We were only able to get a pretty late reservation time so we were excited and hungry when we sat down. Our server was not the best, for example, the table next to us got told the specials...we did not and I absolutely would have ordered one! We ordered the crispy onion rings to share which were good but super unusual. I got the salmon while my friend got the bacon wrapped petit filet. We both liked our meal but wouldn't necessarily go out of our way to go back.
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Michelle S.

Yelp
Food was amazing. Tried the bingo oysters for the first time and it did not disappoint. It was creamy and cheesy! The dessert was worth waiting for at the end even though I was stuffed from all the apps and main course.
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Michelle H.

Yelp
Date of Visit: 9/27/2025 We visited the Buckeye Roadhouse in Marin County after our afternoon hike at the Muir Woods. Buckeye Roadhouse was opened back in 1937, offering contemporary American cuisine at the rustic dining room with warm ambiance. We didn't make a reservation beforehand and waited for about 20 minutes. We ordered two cocktails at the bar and waited at the seating area in front of the register. Aperol Fizz $16 Husband ordered the Aperol Fizz with Hendricks gin, aperol, lemon, and aquafaba. Pearfection 16 I got the Pearfection with Pear Vodka, Elderflower liquor, fresh lemon juice, and rosemary. Sweet with the smell of pear and rosemary. Barbecued Baby Back Ribs $31.5 For the main course, I ordered the smoking barbecued baby back ribs, and on the side with grilled corn on the cobb, and cole slaw. 12oz Brandt Ribeye Steak $49 Husband got the medium rare ribeye steak with blue cheese and bacon stuffed mini baked potatoes. There were green basil sauce on top and red chili sauce in a separate bowl. 2022 Robert Craig Cabernet Sauvignon $19 Husband got another glass of red wine. This 2022 Cabernet Sauvignon "Le Fleur Craig" is from Napa Sonoma County.
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Janice T.

Yelp
Our party of 4 went on a weeknight. Parking lot was full even before 6pm. We were not able to book a reservation ahead of time so we were told there was a 20 minute wait for a booth by the bar. We ended up waiting almost 40 minutes. As expected, the bar was loud...but at least we were able to order from the full menu. We ordered a salad, chicken wings and crispy shrimp and calamari for appetizers. Our entrees were rib eye, filet mignon, barbecue ribs, and brisket. We would have loved to try their calf liver but they were out. We had toffee cake and coconut cream pie for dessert. Service was okay considering the place was jam packed. Wait time for the food was reasonable. Taste and quality of food justified the cost. We probably would have had a better dining experience in the main dining room as there's more room and less noise. Next time, we will make sure to reserve a table ahead of time and maybe come earlier than 6pm so we won't have problem with parking.
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Travis N.

Yelp
My wife and I came here due to it being under Resy reservations and the Amex Gold Card perk. It helps us find new and fun places we wouldn't normally go to! We ended up going here on our way up to Dillon Beach and we both really enjoyed it. They take their NA drinks seriously and had great options which included zero-proof liquor. My wife had an NA whiskey sour and I had a regular, great to see more and more places give some love to their mocktails. Food was good but not incredible, the ribs had good flavor but not enough flavor in my opinion. They were a bit dry too unfortunately and didn't fall off the bone as much as you'd like. In any case this place is great and we would definitely come back, we also love the vibe!
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Susan B.

Yelp
We are visiting from Texas and this restaurant was highly recommended. The parking is a nightmare but worth it! We actually parked across the street. The restaurant was very busy and we did not have a reservation but were seated in about 30 minutes. The pearfection cocktail was just sweet enough. The rolls were amazing. The kale and mushroom ravioli was scrumptious! Dim lights, white tablecloths set the ambience.
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Charles W.

Yelp
After a long day of bump'n around Marin, going on hikes, we came to the ever so popular Buckeye Roadhouse for some delicious food. Thankfully, I had made a reservation weeks in advance, but parking was kind of stressful as we had to park across the road. Like the rest of the bay, while it looked fancy, Buckeye Roadhouse had very casual vibes, so there wasn't that much of a dress code. Food was very delicious and they were super accommodating to splitting up the entree by doing it themselves! Definitely highly recommended if you find yourself on this side of the Golden Gate Bridge.
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Elena C.

Yelp
We went to Buckeye Roadhouse on a Friday night around 630pm without a reservation. The place was already very busy but we got a table in the bar area after 30-40 minutes. We ordered the oysters bingo and the Buckeye smoked chicken wings as appetizers, we then shared the skirt steak and the butter lettuce salad. For dessert we tried the S'more pie (very light and fluffy). Despite the restaurant being very busy our waitress Christy was very attentive and the food came relatively fast. The restaurant is tucked away at the exit of the highway. There's a small parking lot in front of the restaurant and more parking space across the street near the underpass. Highly recommend this place if you're visiting the area.
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Gabriela G.

Yelp
Buckeye Roadhouse is heaven on earth for me. Plain and simple. I've been thinking about the crisp martinis with blue cheese olives (quite literally, the best I've ever had), the skirt steak with chimichurri (the best thing on the menu IMO), and the baked lemon pudding (this is the only correct dessert option - the recipe went viral online for a reason) for days now! It's all SO good! And don't get me started on the ambiance! It's just perfect. For a date. Anniversary. Birthday. Breakup. Celebration. Regular/shmegular day. This place is perfection. No notes!
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Tina W.

Yelp
Having dined there for at least one family members birthday celebration over the last 10 years, I apologize for not reviewing until now. Positives - the strong bar program, classic and creative cocktails well poured and a well curated offering of wines by the glass. Oysters Bingo (didn't have last night but reliably delicious), butter lettuce gem salad with blue cheese and the salmon and the ribs and the burger all are satisfying. That said - the special last night was the filet mignon beef stew ladled over Parmesan risotto and it was sublime, well suited to another cold and dreary evening. Our wait staff was professional and efficient and we enjoyed watching the bartenders in their element managing the long bar so efficiently, it's fun to watch when it's done well. Negatives - when I made the reservation on Open table, I put in comments that it was my partner's birthday and we'd never eaten at a table in the bar/lounge all these years, and could I please make a reservation there. I guess I should have called instead to confirm and secure, when we arrived, we were told those tables were all full (they were not, we could see that, no reserved signs either) and we were instead seated at a two top in the main dining room which would have been fine for any regular weekday dinner but for my partner's birthday request. We waited a few minutes and they were able to honor our request, but only after my partner intervened. Rare that we do that. We will return, but I guess we will need to call next time to make sure we can get a table in the bar instead of using an online service.
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Brian K.

Yelp
Nice spot we keep driving by but never stop. Inside feels like an old school tavern with a nice warm feel, even though the fans blowing on the tables in the bar were a bit too high (and cold). Tried the calamari, pork chop, special cod (from Monterey bay). The overcooked, and somewhat chewy calamari had a nice crispy coating and that green chimichurri was excellent. The pork chop was spectacular as was the super tender and well executed cod. Almost like Chilean seabass! The sticky toffee pudding was also excellent. And we especially enjoyed the additional 4% "living wage" add-on to the bill. I personally feel this should be the restaurants responsibility to take care of and NOT the customer.
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Russell R.

Yelp
I really like the service. Can't say enough good things about Katherine. Helped us navigate the menu, told us about the specials, and paced the meal appropriately. It had been a few years since my last meal here, and I forgot how cool the place is in terms of vibe. I had a flank steak perfectly cooked. Medium rare to order. My friend had the burger and loved it The fries were also very good -- crispy and plenty in number. The red wine by the glass was a nice pour. Spanish, Tempranillo. Will return to Buckeye when in the area. Check it out. -- Workingman's Gourmand
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Ben M.

Yelp
All the hallmarks of excellence, but as time passes the classic roadhouse has faded. The idea of higher level service has all but fallen apart at this establishment. Severs interrupt, reach over the table with no regard. No finesse and no class. It's unfortunate. It's a rush to get you seated. It's a rush to get your order. It's a rush to get you out the door. Maybe it was just the night I was there, I'm certainly not taking family back here for a relaxing meal. The food is as it should be, the kitchen hasn't changed. We always get an Artichoke and Oysters. The Brisket is huge, we split it. Past visits have always been enjoyable, the service has always been amazing in the past. Gone are the old days. Bloody Marys are basic at best, they are strong. The Beer menu is sad, however, The wine list is tip top.
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Christina C.

Yelp
Revisiting another classic steakhouse our family would frequent for special occasions. An early dinner (5P) on a recent Saturday as a party of 4 and everything was just as we remembered, a lively bar area and the elegant, lodge-y dining room. Friendly and attentive service, tasty cocktails, and delicious food. Special shoutout to the perfectly fried calamari; my entree, the juicy and tasty ribeye; and my HUGE and totally appropriate for sharing, key lime pie. We were there for a birthday and the comp dessert for the birthday gal was the smore pie; birthday gal enjoyed it! We had also put our orders in for dessert cakes and pies with our server and unfortunately, a power outage killed the ordering system before she could add in our after dinner drinks. Next time, we'll get 'em! Service really ramped up after that, especially since the dining room was filling up with the next wave of diners. Staff handled the snafu well and gave us contact information for when they would be able to run our bill, which would be the next day. Overall, a pleasant experience, even after the lights went out.
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Debbie P.

Yelp
Lovely, historic old steakhouse atmosphere with terrific food!! Grand main dining room with huge stone fireplace. We ate in the bar as we had no reservations for Saturday afternoon dining. GREAT cocktails!!! We had Osysters Bingo (their delicious version of oysters Rockefeller) and Mac and Cheese for appetizers. My rib eye steak was perfectly coooked with herbed butter on top! DELICIOUS!!! STAFF WAS FANTASTIC! Highly recommend! Sorry no food pictures - we were hungry and gobbled up the food before the camera snapped!
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Lane G.

Yelp
Fabulous Thanksgiving dinner. Yes, Yes, Yes Food, service and ambience were all wonderful.
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Bill G.

Yelp
Our go to place for a fine meal. Best restaurant in Marin County. The oysters bingo is not to be missed.
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Grant C.

Yelp
I had been here many times as a child with family, but it's been years. Old school kind of restaurant with a lodge vibe. Classic American tavern style place. Good service. Very attentive. Decent wine options. Ordered the oysters bingo which are oysters covered in something like a bechamel sauce, spinach, and cheese. It's rich, heavy, and tasty. What's not to like? I ordered the brick chicken, which is chicken mostly deboned and cooked under a brick to be flat with a Mexican roadside chicken seasoning. It was pretty good. The chile relleno on the side was fantastic. Grilled chile that still had a good bite and stuffed with cheese. Came with guacamole and polenta fries. We also had a further which was excellent. Juicy, fatty, classic burger with a pile of fries and aioli. Lemon pudding cake dessert was fantastic. Light, custardy, lemony. Solid place. Good place for a special occasion or a casual night out.
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Lily Z.

Yelp
Stopped by Buckeye Roadhouse for lunch and even without a reservation, we were seated quickly. Started with the black cod, then the smoked chicken wings - absolutely incredible with their homemade bbq sauce. The atmosphere was warm and welcoming!

Lisa A.

Yelp
What an amazing place to eat! I was recently there for a belated birthday lunch and the ambience, service and the food was outstanding. If you're looking for upscale, comfort food, this is your place It's a historical building with wonderful people.
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Natalie R.

Yelp
It was just alright. Not terrible. But I'd never go back. Service was just standard. Flat. Brisket was dry. Mashed potatoes were great. Pork chop was great, cauliflower was not good. Weird over seasoned, turmeric taste. Spicy pork sandwich was good, but the potatoes were again, over seasoned with some all spice type. Reported to taste kinda like a Doritos chip. Beautiful room but meh, obviously a tourist spot.
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Evangeline L.

Yelp
Amazing vibes and drinks. Service is super attentive. Food is above average. This is definitely a great place to go for all occasions - date night, celebratory dinner, girls night out, etc. Love the interior design of this place. Taking off one star since we have never been seated on time with reservations so expect to wait for your table. It doesn't bug us too much since we just go to the bar and wait around. Overall, it's a nice place to go when in Marin

Mark R.

Yelp
We used to frequent this establishment pretty often for special occasions, but the pricing has gotten way out of whack. Upstairs VERY loud. Food and service were very good as always, but government costs being passed on as well as costs in general are steep. Parking has become challenging.
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Elaine F.

Yelp
Wow. This place is a classic. We had a great dinner this evening. The main room where we sat has a big stone fireplace and plenty of windows. We shared the Oysters Bingo, which are like a very rich version of oysters Rockefeller or Florentine. My husband ordered the pork chop and I had the brick chicken. The sides were interesting (polenta sticks, cauliflower) & they were as tasty as the main dishes. Well worth a stop.
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Ariel R.

Yelp
Love this place. Food is great. Friendly staff. Oysters bingo are a must along with the artichoke. Excellent!!
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Tim K.

Yelp
Had an early Wednesday night dinner at The Buckeye with my mom this week. She had the halibut special. Over sweet corn polenta, with shishito and Jimmy Nardelli peppers. I went marinated skirt steak with chimichurri, sub mash for the truffle fries. We split a Ceaser and the onion (st)rings. 3 Old Fashioneds between the two of us. Then we got the (5) beignets, each had one, and she brought home the rest. The waiter was an awesome dude, they packaged up all the leftovers for us, and we took all the time we wanted to talk and relax. Honestly one of the best Marin restaurant meals I've ever had.
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John C.

Yelp
The bacon wrapped petite filete mingon was great, and for a side I highly recommend the scalloped potatoes. It's a bit loud in the corner on the upper level, next time I'd like to try the main dining hall if it's available. Across the street in the big bus lot, under the freeway is lots of parking, check it out to see if it's totally legal to park there. I did at night.
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Sophia L.

Yelp
We stumbled upon this gem while driving by, drawn in by the smoke coming from the chimney. A quick search showed great reviews, so we decided to give it a try--and I'm so glad we did! The food was absolutely delicious. For appetizers, we ordered the calamari and bingo oysters. The calamari was perfectly fried, and the oysters were packed with flavor--no slimy texture at all! The spinach on the oysters was balanced and didn't overpower the taste. I would definitely order them again. For entrees, we tried the filet with potatoes and spinach, ribs, brisket, and sweet potatoes. The filet was cooked exactly to preference tender and not overdone. The spinach was delicious, and the ribs were crispy with a perfectly glazed finish. The brisket was melt-in-your-mouth tender, and the sweet potatoes had just a hint of maple, offering flavor without being overly sweet. We all enjoyed every bite, and the service was fantastic it's a shame I didn't catch our waiter's name. If we're ever in the area again, we'll definitely stop by.
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Niki R.

Yelp
Make a reservation, it's pretty easy to do and will save you waiting 1.5 hours for a table. This is a fun place to come. The ambience is sort of urban Ahwahanee, fire going in the fireplace, antlers on the wall, the crowd seems to skew a bit older but is lively and relaxed. Some people were dressed up, we had sweatshirts and sneakers, it was all accommodated equally. Ask for a downstairs table if you can, upstairs is still fine but not as grand as the first level. We were split on our food satisfaction. Skirt steak, Wedge salad, Pork sandwich were all loves. Chicken wings and Filet mignon were good. Our waiters were efficient, if not especially personable. My water glass was never less than half full. The appetizers came out very quickly but it was a rather long wait for mains. The parking lot was self parking but apparently sometimes there is required valet, which seems odd as we do not live in LA. Everyone wanted to come back again. We were too full for dessert but they looked tempting and big enough to share.
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Scott A.

Yelp
This place is legendary! You walk into the Buckeye and you're instantly thrown back into a cozy lodge from 100 years ago! The staff are top notch professionals and treat you like guests in their own home. My last visit Christy took care of us and my group had a wonderful time. The steaks are all great but I love the ribeye and the smoked brisket is special! They have a house made BBQ sauce which does great with the skinny cut onion ring hay stack. They have so many dishes to choose from and I haven't had a bad experience yet. Their potatoes side are all amazing. The scalloped potatoes are my favorite but last time I went with the mashed potatoes instead and they were creamy and delicious. Try one of their signature cocktails or have a Pliny the Elder. And make sure to save room for dessert!! If you live within 100 miles from Mill Valley get yourself a reservation to the Buckeye!
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Chelsea T.

Yelp
We came back for another birthday dinner exactly one year later and sadly both dishes we ordered were completely different than they were the year before. My fiancé had the chicken and when we came here in 2024 it was SO GOOD. Super flavorful and moist. This time it was all fat and chewy, not flavorful at all, and quite dry. The Petrale Sole last year came in a delicious white wine sauce and capers (and maybe mashed potatoes?) and this time it tasted bland and dry and was served with boring veggies. Did the chef change? We were super disappointed after having such a great experience before. They're always busy, but it was a little frustrating to sit down and wait 15 minutes before our server came over and all she had managed to ask us at that point was if we wanted water to start. In that time we were ready to order more than water but so it goes. Also not sure why they asked the occasion when we made the reservation because they don't (or at least didn't for us) do anything for the birthday.
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Keyla L.

Yelp
Food,service, hospitality was great. I forgot to take a picture of the Polenta sticks YOU NEED to try them now ive had chimchurri on my steak plenty of times but the one they have in house is truly like No Other. If you come i need to remind you GET/ORDER the Polenta sticks you will not regret it, unless ypur lactise i dont really know ingredients in them then take a lactose pill thats how good they are youll miss out. Cant wait to come back here! P.s shout otlut to jordan coming in for our first time ever he was very helpful on what we should order.

Kat T.

Yelp
Excellent service!! Jordan is an amazing server and the food is delicious. We stopped there for lunch and would definitely go back when visiting California. Just ask for Jordan. Very warm and welcoming restaurant. The decor is warm and inviting.
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Olive R.

Yelp
I had a good time here. The Moscow mule was zesty and it actually came in a copper cup. The atmosphere can be loud, but this restaurant is popular. It was busy here, so it did take a little longer for the waiter to take our order or even to give me some water. The ahi tuna was quite good and very filling. I highly recommend the artichoke dip.
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Dulce M.

Yelp
My husband & I hadn't been to Buckeye Roadhouse in years due to a poor experience with a waiter. But then we got a gift card from our daughter & we returned to one of our favorite restaurants in July 2025. We sat at the bar & had dinner. Jeff, the bartender, made our experience positive from the get-go. He smiled & he was pleasant & attentive not just with us but with the other customers as well. We had the baby-back ribs, corn on the cob & perfectly cooked crispy fries & awesome cocktails. All so delicious. The ambiance at the bar also lent itself to a wonderful time overall. In these challenging times, great service & delicious food are more important than ever.
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Angelica O.

Yelp
Came here after work to celebrate a friend/coworkers birthday. I reserved our dinner reservation on line from "open table" and it was so easy to set that up. I got a reminder email about my reservation and that's was really nice. We came right after work and I felt as if we were under dressed, but none of the staff made us feel like that. As soon as we walked in we got welcomed and seated immediately. We had a super nice waitress that gave us all great food recommendations. She was so patient with us. The location of the restaurant is so nice, it's almost hidden and almost a very pretty secret. Inside it's an almost completely different world. As soon as you walk in it's the bar (a bit louder and a bit more crowded) then you can go left and that's the restaurant more space and quieter. There's an upstairs part of the restaurant. The food was delicious and I loved being there and enjoying it with my friends. I can't wait to come back
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Steve G.

Yelp
The manager did acknowledge our disappointing evening and provided a $200 credit on our meal. That was above and beyond. We were also invited back to rewrite this experience. We have not done so yet, but will give them another try. Peter: you continue to go beyond making things right. We'll absolutely be back again. Thank you for the personal reach out and response to my overdue updated review.
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Tyler S.

Yelp
This is a bit belated as a review. I'm from the Tiburon this was a-go-to place for the best hamburgers. The ambience is also top Notch rustic like you'd expect so close to the marsh land next-door. Valet parking or park across the street but if you park across the street you better be able to run on a green light. I'm headed back home pretty soon. One of the second places. I'll stop is the buckeye to enjoy a burger or Bingo! In town I meet there with my brother, which makes it extra special but the food is great. The bar is great. The staff is wonderful. I've been going here with family and friends for about 25 years. I made a mistake relocating to San Diego. Here is wish I was there to savor good food. Everything in San Diego County is like eating whatever, is, as of a trend. A terrible smash burger I don't want my hamburger smashed. If I did. I'd run over it first. Pizza is terrible here unless you go to an upscale Italian restaurant and still maybe, not the best so back on the Buckeye. I'm headed back home pretty soon. One of the second places I'll stop is the Buckeye. I have wonderful memories. Enjoy.
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John H.

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Food service and ambiance all 5 star! From our perfectly crafted classic cocktail to the attentive service to the to our satisfying meal ... ALL met and exceeded expectations! Haven't been there in years and the return trip did not disappoint this San Franciscan and fellow Californians!
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Frances B.

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After passing by on the freeway my while life, I decided this was the place I wanted to go to celebrate my 65th birthday with my brothers and a friend. It's a beautiful restaurant, with a nice warm ambience. I ordered the steak with a side of spinach. Service was excellent and attentive. Cooked perfectly the steak was accompanied by little Bleu cheese stuffed potatoes. Everyone else enjoyed their meals. For my birthday treat, I was presented with a slice of their Smores Pie...Graham cracker crust with rich chocolate, topped with meringue that was toasted on top. I'll definitely be back!
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Elizabeth S.

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Beautiful Christmas dining experience. The Buckeye Roadhouse knows how to make a girl feel like royalty, serving up steak perfection after a day of holiday shopping and girl therapy. Open since 1937, Buckeye Roadhouse is the best Marin County and is as historic as the Golden Gate bridge. It's a magical mix of old World charm and modern American cuisine make it a wonderful and memorable dining experience. . We enjoyed the: Polenta Sticks, Portobello Mushroom Crostini, Wedge Salad, Artichoke dish, Marinated Skirt Steak, and Smoked beef Brisket. -Wonderful and welcoming service. -Private Parking lot.

Isabel Y.

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Our server was so so kind. We had a truly incredible and perfect meal for my man's 40th. The wines, the wings-truly special, the special salad was heirloom tomatoes, grilled watermelon slices and pecorino! It was incredible. Then our mains were perfection too. We had the brisket and the ribeye. No better way to end it than the coconut pie. It was a beautiful night. Thanks to everyone at Buckeye!
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Wac H.

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Been to this place a few times since it opened years ago. Very good when it first opened. Just went back and now just ok. Since all of the good restaurants in Marin are gone since the 70's 80s 90s, it is prob better than most. Onion rings ok, ceasar ok, pork chop ok, chicken above ok, skirt steak not ok, too thick for skirt steak which is norm tough anyway so it needs to be cut thinner and I ordered it medium and it was rare. Lemon pudding thing was very good. Service just ok, room is very nice. My guess is the 4 or 5 stars are from people that are too young to know a really good restaurant. A 5 out of a 10 so I would not go back.
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Renee G.

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Does it get better than this . The Ambience is off the chain and or the bar . Even if you get the food to go , it sets the standard for the best fine dining at home in Marin . They never drop the ball . The brisket is Wowzers .the Mac n cheese with ham dreamy . The split pea soup best ever ever made. You can't top any of their desserts. Top restaurant in southern Marin .
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Jaw J.

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I returned to this restaurant on a Friday night. I received great service; the bartender remembered my drink, and I did not have to pack my to-go bag. Thanks for a great service! Sincerely, Janet

Paul M.

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Delicious food it was super busy but they got us a table fast bread & butter was bomb I love that butter started with the calamari and 3 dips also got their ipa some of the best ipa I had in awhile got the skirt-steak with garlic fries and finished off with the key lime pie the s'mores was good but had too much almonds service was great so I will be saving this for next time

Anthony C.

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Atmosphere is classy. Food is outstanding. Service is worthy. Awesome experience. Been dining here for years, during holidays, and other times. Never disappointed.