The Bump Bar

Hidden gem of Sausalito! It’s a small scale restaurant where the chef if cooking in front of you simply amazing Michelin-3-star-level food. Don’t come here just for caviar that you can simply buy at a store. Come for the chef’s amazing cooking!

I had the opportunity to share in this experience with my Twin foodie. We started off with the Caviar Quintet and then proceeded to order the ENTIRE small plates menu. It was a culinary journey rooted in love for fresh foods and a passion for food that tastes good. I enjoyed the intimate setting and being able to watch the culinary chef in action as he prepared our dishes. This is a must if you enjoy dining experiences, good food, and good company. The menu changes seasonally so I will be back to experience more unique and flavorful dishes.

Newly reopened, Chef Lance Dillard's gorgeous creations are delicate yet packed with flavor. Absolutely gorgeous plates. A tiny very cool lounge that is one of those places you take to surprise friends.

This is a wonderful spot! Wow I was blown away by how delicious this place is. Everything was phenomenal to the food, ambiance, and service. This is not your typical snooty caviar spot- it’s fun and a great atmosphere to meet with friends for a enjoyable dining experience. I loved being able to see the chefs cooking right at the counter. Chef Mathieu was incredibly talented serving us works of literal art. 5 stars!!!

Amazing food, service and ambiance! Chef Callan and his team delivered a memorable and exquisite experience. The chefs tasting is the best way to go but if you opt out of that make sure to try Chef Borelli’s Smoked Egg Custard and his take on Steak Tartare. Thank you for such an amazing meal Chef!

Exceptional food. The caviar was top notch but the a la carte menu blew us away.

We had a wonderful and intimate dining experience at The Bump Bar last night. I loved being able to watch chef Lance as he cooked and plated each dish with so much care. The dishes were works of art and the flavors were exquisite! We left the meal feeling full but not heavy since the food was so clean. Highly recommend for anyone looking to slow down and enjoy a beautiful meal!

What a gem 💎. Thanks for a lovely dinner Chef Lance and Yo 💕. The meal was delicious

A wonderful space. Meticulous attention to detail from the chef/owner Lance, who is a friendly and knowledgable host -- and caviar expert! We shared the Golden Osetra and crudo and will be back for more!

Incredible place with friendly, knowledgeable and absolutely delightful staff and a superstar for a chef. I won't even rave about the caviar - it's clear it's the star of the show but the product can only get you so far and the ambience, experience and people make the equation and that's exactly what we enjoyed. I just wish we were closer and could frequent more often because we'd be regulars. Thank you guys for making our anniversary caviar bite stop into an entire memory and truly cannot wait to be back! Oh and before I wrap - fantastic, notable wine list as well, huge thumbs up to everything you're doing!

Came on Sunday afternoon at 4:30pm for a quick appetizer before our main dinner. Beautiful restaurant in a beautiful town. Group of 4, we were immediately greeted and seated at the bar area. Ordered the Maine Scallop Crudo and the Domestic Caviar Flight. Everything was beautifully prepared and presented. Staff were very knowledgeable and we loved that they gave us the backstory on every item. I'll keep this short. Scallop crudo was good and topped with fermented sauce that we were familiar with in other cuisines. The flight consisted of three different caviar varieties which are accompanied by an egg mixture, crème fraiche, shallots, herbs, and the most amazing butter toasted brioche. Basically, come here and get your mind blown by a great experience and great food.

Thank you fellow Yelpers for recommending Bump! Had such a great experience here! Classy, intimate, cozy, and delicious. This eight seat Chefs' counter is quite the experience. Personable Chefs and associates puts you at ease, and ensure that you're enjoying every moment of your tasting. To start, I'd recommend starting w some bubbles (one or FEW bottles of champagne) of course. Try as much on the menu as possible! We did! Creative dishes with and of Caviar created by these amazingly talented Chefs. Cheers! We started off w complimentary Heirloom tomato gazpacho. Refreshing deep flavor! Followed by Caviar Flights: 1) Domestic 2) CCC Each 'Flight' consists of three different types of Caviar accompanied by egg, crème fraiche, shallots, fine herbs, and toasted brioche (buttery yummy goodness by the way ). Plates (we ordered all of it!): -Smoked egg custard w citrus yolk jam, maple, and bacon trout roe. -steak tartare w daikon, shiso, and Hackleback. -Mt Lassen trout crudo w brown butter vinaigrette and sake trout roe. -Mt Lassen trout w summer squash and salmon roe. -Semmifreddo (dessert) brown sugar, sake, royal white sturgeon. Every dish was delicious! However two plates that really stood out were the smoked egg custard, and trout crudo. So much so we ordered additional plates. The custard was a party in your mouth experience, w various flavors and textures, smoky/creamy/sweet/salty/savory/smooth/popping of the roe. The trout crudo so aromatic/fresh/sweet/salty/vinegary/popping of roe infused w sake. Oh my... and wow! Needless to say, I highly recommend Bump. Thank you Chefs and the entire team at Bump for a memorable experience! Keep up the amazing work!

It's currently 1:25pm went in to the formerly " California Caviar" all the way from Santa Rosa hoping to get caviar. Walked in boxes everywhere the lady tells me they are closed. I then tell them ok Yelp does say you close at 3pm just so you are aware she then responds" yeah we are closed"., unprofessional, fix your hours..

Really fun caviar bar with an intimate atmosphere. Upbeat vibes and food (small plates and 'vars are all excellent). Try the caviar sampler as a nice introduction and the crudo (if avail).

What a fabulous way to end the year with the luxury of luxuries at a caviar bar. Deborah Keane and her staff have created a unique experience that you might say you'll only experience once, but you'll find yourself going back to especially if you love caviar. The intimate 12 seater bar fits in nicely on Bridgeway parallel to the Caledonia street shops and only takes reservations and a deposit online or via phone. The staff is led by Dani, who was the perfect hostess for the evening, and she was supported by Fernando and Nate who helped provide descriptions and instructions for our caviar and roe based meal. To say it is a theme meal is to put it lightly. The ambiance actually is accentuated by the people eating or celebrating around you. Whether it is a group moms talking their new G-Wagons they got for Christmas or a family introducing their 10 year old daughter to caviar, the place is great for Marin people watching. In fact their New Year's Eve $195 celebration sounds perfect. In fact I think the place would be ripe for a small holiday party, closing dinner, or restaurant takeover. If it is your first time I highly recommend the tasting Prix Fixe menu and then maybe come back for a la carte style. Our menu started with croquets which had our first and only meat of the evening. They were a good starter and we had no idea about what was yet to come! Then came the sturgeon we were waiting for. It did not disappoint. Then the fluke crudo followed by my surprise dish of the evening, the trout! This was followed by a crispy skinned sea bass and finally the lobster with lobster salad. As I was driving, I only had a glass of Champagne while my companion had a flight of champagne to go with her meal which she clearly enjoyed. I laugh because the meal never seemed to end as I finished with a Four Seasons pot of tea from Song Tea, my companion had another glass of champagne. Can't wait for my 2020 visit here.

I first heard about this place during my attendance at Quail A Motorsports Gathering. The Caviar here is by far the best I've had in America. And I will go on to explain why. And why I gave this place 5 stars as well. Moving on. I've posted a picture of the menu here so you can get an idea of what they offer. And what I'll be talking about. Firstly this place is by reservation ONLY. They do not open till 4pm. Upon walking in I was greeted immediately. I was then asked to verify my reservation. Once verified I was able to sit down. The first thing I noticed right away is that the place is smaller. But in a good way. This place would be far to crowded and loud which would diminish the experience here. The decor here is very upscale, clean and new. The atmosphere is very rich and elegant. Whats there to expect? this is a caviar bar lol. Although I ordered the domestic flight. I have tried ALL the caviar they do offer here. I will list some of my favorites. Trout bacon infused ROE ( not so much caviar. It's definitely a roe ) Is a fun and tasteful roe. Yes it's the most basic it gets. But the flavor is there and you cannot go wrong with it. Next my favorite is the hackleback. One nice thing to know is that this one is in house. They use a local farm. With just the right amount of aging into this one it goes a LONG way for smooth flavor. Another to try is the Siberian sturgeon. Just WOW. It is absolutely amazing. Just be aware if you don't like rich flavor this wouldn't be the one for you. They also have small plates with Wagyu beef and Lobster etc. I would highly recommend the Wagyu. It's cooked absolutely perfect. With all that said I will finish it off with this. The display of what you ordered is on POINT. 5 star display! This place will definitely satisfy your caviar crave. And leave you with a smile on your face and a soul filled with happiness. This is truly a great experience and I'm so happy they've opened up a front caviar bar. I will definitely be returning! Decor: New, updated and elegant. The silver wear and plating is amazing. Customer service: Absolutely amazing. Food: FAR above average. Bathrooms: Very clean. Perfect.

My family and I visited the Bump Bar this week for a private experience. What we had was incredible. Deborah, John, and Ellen were amazing hosts. They gave us an education, and presented us with some incredible memories that I won't forget. Thank you so much for a beautiful Tuesday afternoon.

Champagne and caviar, need i say more!!! This is a hidden gem in Marin. A chef's counter with an incredible chef team. It was special being able to watch the chefs preparing the dishes right in front of me and having them share their passion of caviar of local ingredients with me. The dishes and caviar was insanely delicious. The owner Deborah, "The Caviar Queen", and Chefs Callan and Matt are providing an experience here I have only seen at very high level Michelin starred restaurants. Thank you for an amazing meal!

I really enjoyed our dinner on Feb 11. Loved the house caviar flight and the ambiance and coziness of the restaurant. We had the trout and beef along with the potato started (I wouldn't have ever guessed it was potato based if they hadn't told me.) Parking was easy, very close, no problem for my wife's heels. We will be back. I'm happy we found it.

Unique business, amazingly talented and super cute chef and team. Best New Year's Eve dinner ever. Only place I buy caviar, selections and quality not comparable to what I've found previous.

What a team! Matt and Weston were all over it. We had an amazing night with some of the best food I've ever had. Caviar isn't everything, chef Matt is a whizz in the kitchen and everything he served was delicious. The setup is cozy, the place is super clean, and the whole experience was wonderful from start to finish. I can't wait to go back again!

Giving 5 stars as I don't want to hurt their ratings due to my displeasure over a policy of the bar. The place is sharp, clean and professional. We stopped in on a whim as we were walking past to have dinner downtown. Sat at bar, there were two other patrons in the seating area. We ordered two glasses of the Sauvignon Blanc. Unfortunately we were told they didn't have any chilled( which was strange as they are open Thursday-Saturday and this was Thursday ?) . We were offered an alternative white that was great. Upon leaving and paying check, there was an auto gratuity of 20% and a cost of living tax as well put on our check. I'm sorry but 6.50 tip because it's auto on two glasses of wine is a bit much, even for this area. With the costs going through the roof at every level around us it just did not sit well with me that this was at all reasonable Two glasses of wine with tip livable wage and Ca tax gets you out the door for about 45.00 Too rich for my blood

Took my girlfriend here for her birthday back in February, and we had a great time. We did a few la carte dishes, domestic caviar flight and traditional Champagne flight for her. Highlight: fresh hot mini pancake (blinis) that kept coming with the caviar. They were very generous with those! Waygu was tender, medium rare with their fanciest caviar and garlic alongside. The small crew working here was super friendly also.

Oh, what a night! I took my fiance to Bump Bar as an early start to our Christmas revelry and I'm so, so glad I did. Every dish was fantastic and the service from Nate, Fernando, and Dani was top notch. Get the tasting and the pairing and prepare for a truly remarkable evening.

The best caviar experience we've ever had. The team is knowledgeable and very very fun to hang out with. We will definitely be back. Such amazing product and the beignets with Caviar are to die for!

What a great evening! The food was spectacular, innovative, and perfectly portioned. The wines by the glass are unique and delicious. The team was friendly and knowledgeable. I can't wait to return when they begin their Sunday night tasting menu.

What an amazing dinner! Came for the Valentine's Day tasting menu and it was absolutely excellent. The staff are amazing as well. Will definitely be returning for dinner in the near future!

There are so many places where you can go for a great meal, but the Bump Bar is a culinary adventure. The food is creative, beautiful and delicious and I got a caviar education. The friendly staff helped me learn about the differences between the various caviars including the wonderful ones that California Caviar produces. The champagne was a really nice touch too.

Feel like a gourmet restaurant with street food pricing, Great atmosphere, the food is amazing. The drinks are very good we going there every Friday and keep going

@msmichellearce and I had date night at @californiacaviar in Sausalito. Growing up, I viewed caviar as one of the ultimate signs of the wealthy. You had to be rich to eat caviar I thought. It wasn't until being in Moscow, that I got a chance to experience caviar, and I became hooked. The Bump Bar, inside of California Caviar is like being at a nice dinner party. The place laidback, yet intimate. We had a caviar flight with an order of trout caviar, ham croquets, and lobster dish. I drank some fantastic champagne and ate and ate Bellinis along with our meal. The staff, including the fab Dani was helpful. The soundtrack of restaurant was also on point, with Thundercat playing in the background. Bump Bar is a good experience, a place that I would recommend anyone to check out.

Went to the Bump Bar for the first time last night. The staff was friendly, and let our party of 4 order the tasting menu, even though we hadn't booked it 24 hours in advance like they usually request (wasn't aware of this at the time I made the reservations). Super happy we did the tasting menu, all the food was absolutely fantastic and the caviar base of the dishes made them very interesting, fresh, and absolutely delicious. Loved the staff, the atmosphere, the food, and the wine/champagne. Will definitely be back, can't wait to try out another seasonal tasting menu when the season changes! If you're in Sausalito for dinner, I can't recommend this place highly enough.

I hate writing these kinds of reviews as I know in a short time, my secret find will be all booked up, but the dinner was so outstanding that I need to share this amazing place. I stopped in right when they opened several weeks ago. I was so excited to see them open I sat at the bar and enjoyed some caviar and champagne. While sitting there I made a dinner rez for Xmas break. It came as close to perfect as any meal I've had, and I've had quite a few. I ordered the tasting menu and each course was as a delight. Each very different from the one before but managed to include a bit of caviar in each course. The service was impeccable as well. My only wish is that there was a small desert selection that matched the grandeur of the meal. I will be back for sure. I hope I can get in next time!!

What a great experience and delicious food by rock star chefs. Intimate setting at the bar where you can watch the chefs prepare the dishes, talk to and interact with them during your dining experience. The tasting menu is a great deal and caviar or roe comes w each course. Can't wait to go back and try more dishes!