The Junction Beer Garden

We came here after a grueling 55-mile bike ride to get some food and were amazed at how friendly, welcoming, and amazing the staff was. The atmosphere and the people, not so much. From getting dirty looks to people just not being aware of their surroundings. I understand being a coach, but to be honest, it isn't a good look when your coach is giving a speech, drunk, and proceeds to say, "I'll be at the bar." It felt like the parents or coaches made it more about the beer than it was for the ceremony that was going on. Overall, you aren't setting a good example. To the very rude lady as we were leaving with our bikes who just wouldn't move, we asked you kindly, and it's not that hard to see two giant bikes trying to get by you! It's not that hard to step aside and be aware that someone is trying to get by you. I'm sorry, but these Marin people just feel like wannabe Hamptons. To the staff, y'all were amazing and professional!! S/O to the guy with the Goku shirt, you were amazing, and the people running food, taking our order, appreciate y'all. To the people that come in… let the entitlement go and go touch some grass. 🥱 Stop pushing alcohol on kids too, coaches.

Love it here! Perfect way to end a long run over the bridge and along the trail. 🙌 Also, I dream about the Italian chop salad - it’s so good!

Great atmosphere welcoming to families with kids and dogs in particular. Lots of seating and ample parking behind the restaurant. Bar and restaurant are separate entities but orders go through the same QR code at the table. Food and drinks came out incredibly fast for how busy it was when we were there. The pizza is thon crust with a fired crust. Some of the flavor combos weren't for me but it was still tasty. Great selection of local beers on tap. Kale Cesar salad was yummy.

This is such a nice , cool place to eat and hangout. Food is delicious with amazing ambience. It’s hard to decide pizzas or sandwiches that’s why we order them all

Excellent pizza (crust in particular), the staff is always incredibly friendly, the family focused accommodations are ideal. My wife and I had our engagement party here and now we bring our daughter every weekend or two.

Best pizza we have ever had. We got the OHIO. Beer was great. Fun tasting different beers. Super fun atmosphere, play games while you hang out. Even a kids playground. Which is amazing. Only complaint was we have never been there and figuring out how to order separately from the beer section and pizza section was very confusing but once you figure it out it was great. Can’t wait to go back! Five stars for sure!

The pizza, salad and drinks are amazing! We enjoyed the outdoor space and energy of the crowd. The service is friendly and efficient. Must go to place after a great hike!!

Had a great time and the staff are the bomb. The pizza is excellent and the place is clean and comfortable.

Great pizza, beer and soft serve!! If you're child-free maybe not the place to hang. Lots of children!

I visited the Junction for a birthday party and absolutely loved it. Great space (both indoor and outdoor), nice beer selection, tasty pizzas and an overall fun vibe. There's even a play area for kids (and enough space for those allergic to kids to sit at a distance). If I lived closer, I would definitely visit all the time. The Junction is simply a beer-lover's gem in the Bay Area.

Cute spot for a lunch in an outdoor space! Very family (and dog) friendly. Saw lots of bikers here so must be a popular spot after a bike ride! We got a kale pizza to share and it was good! I liked the sausage and the chewiness of the crust. The outdoor space is awesome -- it feels super relaxed and the vibe is great. Service is pretty minimal (water is self serve and you order on via QR code on the table) but the pizza came out pretty fast.

The Junction in Mill Valley is a community space with social activities and events. Parking can be tricky, but be patient. There are lots along the way (look for spots near in dirt lots at the Junction or next to the pottery store. There are events like bingo and music, a playground, fire pits, and best of all - pizza and beer. Service is quick and very efficient. Scan the QR code on the table or grab a drink at the bar/window. You'll have a great time!

Beer and pizza! What's not to like about that? They also have salads. We ordered the Get A Room pizza and a Kale Caesar. This was enough for 3 lighter eaters. Both items were very tasty. The Caesar was a touch too fishy for me, but I'm not a fish eater. The pizza was a touch spicy (chorizo) and the crust was also worth eating :) . They had a nice list of draft beers. If you can't find what you like on this list, they also have bottled beers. They have a large parking area and large outdoor seating area. They have quite a few seats inside also. I thought I saw a foosball table. I will probably be back here one day. Next time, though, I'm creating my own pizza and I'm going to check out the list of bottled beers.

This was the perfect place for our entire family to get together. It was about a 20 minute drive from where we are in Berkley and very simple. Once you get off the Freeway you make your way over to their very large outdoor parking lot along the side and behind The Junction. The entrance come up quickly so be ready, especially at night. First we fed the kids Pizza then as they ran off to their play area in the Junction, we ordered many different types of pizza, We had this along with delicious craft beer. There is a huge outdoor open space with benches, nice lighting and heaters. The play structure for kids was terrific and they really enjoyed alll being together. There is a huge outdoor open space with benches, nice lighting and heaters. It was the perfect place for us all to be at while the kids were playing. Overall, this is a wonderful spot to have a family gathering. KUDOs to the team at The Junction.

We stopped here for a bite showing a visiting family member around the area. We ordered a few different pizzas (the shroomer, the Ohio, and a classic cheese), when we arrived it was a bit of a madhouse but people were having a good time. We ordered our pizza with some drinks from the QR codes provided on the table, after a bit of a wait (which obviously going to be a wait they are making fresh pizzas and it was extremely busy) our drinks and then shortly after food arrived. The pizzas were delicious, the mushroom pizza being my ultimate favorite from here. The restaurant itself is really cool there is indoor and amazing outdoor seating (if the weather isn't too chilly) inside can get a bit crazy and loud but overall a it's a decent stop for some pizza and a beer.

Nice spot with an excellent beer selection, with many options from local Bay Area breweries, and a cute outdoor space. Very bike friendly just off the Mill Valley-Sausalito path. Only improvement would be that Pizza Hacker should offer slices or halves rather than just full pies.

Great place for a casual, family-friendly meal. Seating is open with plenty of options indoors and out. There seemed to be plenty of space heaters for the patio seating but, unfortunately, very limited shade so slather on the sunscreen and pack your Asian mom visor. There's a small pirate ship play structure that's perfect for entertaining the little ones, and the outdoor space is dog-friendly as well. You can order and pay for food (a variety of wood-fired pizzas, salads, or a meatball appetizer) and drinks (~20 beers/kombuchas/ciders on tap) via the QR code at each table and your order will be brought out to you. Just a side note that staff for PizzaHacker and the drinks are separate if you need additional assistance. You can also order inside at the counter. There's also a fridge inside offering a different selection of canned beverages in addition to those on tap that's definitely worth checking out. Overall a great place to hang out over some adult beverages where your kids can still be entertained.

Several choices on tap and they have several options for pizza as well, only came here for the beer and the ambiance We chose a spot in the corner by the fire pit, sampled their 7% dry cider for next time I will have to pass. Sample few other drinks but the beer with mango and peach hit my sweet tooth I will definitely have to come back and grab a liter of this stuff Sat by the fire with some close friends and chatted for bout an hour or more then headed to our next spot, asked the staff to turn on the firepit and enjoyed the warmth as well as the conversations with old friends You can bring your kids here and there was seating brightly lit inside as well I will have to come back for that mango peach beer and sample more of their offerings and maybe a pizza to share with the kids Drinks **** Price $$ Service **** helpful Ambiance **** clean, roomy, open, bright inside, heater and firepit outside

The pizza is Italian style thin crust and great for sharing. My favorite pizza is the margarita pizza topped with arugula. The service is easy (self seat, scan, pay, pizza delivered to your table). There is a game playing and bar if you should want to partake as well as a playground and outside seating - so everyone is happy. It is dog and kid and date and group friendly. I have not been for music yet, but there is a stage for music. It can be crowded and loud but that kind of adds an element of fun. Try it - there is something for everyone :)

3.5. very subpar margherita pizza and limited menu (it's basically just pizza and drinks) but chill vibes, ample seating (indoor and outdoor), fast service, easy ordering (directly from table; makes it easy to split since each person orders and pays for what they want beforehand.) glad they at least had some salad and a trio of meatballs for the low-carb-inclined.

Things have changed I think! We hadn't been back for some time and gave it another try for a group outing recently. The pizzas were great - not charred, fresh toppings, all delicious. It's a whole fun and crowded scene there. A couple recs would be - those plates and bowls should go! Weird metal camping type dishes that are super chipped and worn. And the heat lamps outside could use attention - maybe there's too many or some leak? It kind of smells of propane throughout the outdoor seating area.

So everyone's pizza looked excellent but mine was burnt. Not the best pizza. They have lots of outdoor seating but if you want to custom your pizza you have to go up and order it with a table number which really didn't work out because by the time you go to your table your seat is taken.

Huge beer garden with plenty of seating. Family friendly and dog friendly. Great selection of craft beers! They even have some special collabs on the menu. Parking can be tough on a busy weekend. Their lot is in back. Food was also very good! We ordered a half and half pizza and the kale salad. Would definitely return!

Southern Marin's go to beer garden, heck, all of Marin's! Synonymous w/the city Pizza Hacker their pies are the best this side of the Mississippi hands down. Beer selections also amaze; none better!

BYOU, being your own umbrella! We came on a warm June day and there was almost 0 shade. The food was amazing, the beer list was great, and the breeze was refreshing, but the sun and temps were brutal! It was a super kid-friendly spot with a cute playground for the kids! My toddler loved the pizza, and we did too! The benches were a bit dated and wobbly. I almost fell twice which was concerning but I learned to avoid the wobble quickly! Overall a great spot but wish they would add a few sun sails. The sun was not pleasant.

Literally run, don't walk, away from this place! Like most people I brought my hungry family here at dinner time, ready for a quick casual dinner (that also costs $118 for four people). I put in our order at 5:15, with their online system and waited. After about 45 minutes when everyone around us had gotten their orders we asked a waiter about our food and he said "it's a long wait right now" so we kept waiting. After another 15 minutes we went and asked the inside team what's up and they said "15 more minutes". So we waited. By 6:30pm we went in and asked if we could get our money back and literally no one could find our order (even with our online receipts) and they also couldn't refund our order because they DIDN'T KNOW HOW. We had to wait until 7:15 for a manager to arrive to refund our order which she did and was super rude about it. Thanks Jessica! Overall I spent 2 hours with two hungry kids and had the worst experience ever. Beware.

Our new go-to restaurant, with something for everyone: a play structure for the kids, wood fired pizza for the grownups, and outdoor dining area for the dog. Plus views of Mt Tam, Coyote Creek, and looming fog (which I love). Pizza hacker pizza is so good. The Charles E Cheese is perfect for kids. I want to try the Margherita, but my regular dining partner (Mr. Susan S) has already compromised down from meat lovers' pizzas to only slightly meat-laden choices. So far, my favorite is the Get a Room, then Short Bridge. I love the intermezzo salad, although the second time I got it, I didn't love the chili powder sprinkled on it. I do not recommend the local brand diet cola. Ordering is very modern--done by QR code, and then delivered to your table. But despite this fairly impersonal process, the servers I've interacted with have been particularly friendly. The Junction gets busy! We got the second to last parking space in the fairly large parking lot on a summer Monday night.

Nice hangout area, especially after hiking Almere Falls. Ordered beers and pizza in separate areas. Pizza was delivered to table. There's some seating inside, but way more outside. We visited on a Sunny day in January, high 50's temps,and we were fine sitting outside since the seating area was protected from the wind. This is coming from someone who's usually cold.

Great spot for sporting events or a good hangout for larger groups. The Junction has a spacious outdoor beer garden, a modern indoor setting, fast service, large beer/drink selection, and delicious pizza! You order with the table QR code and can browse the extensive drink menu and Pizza Hacker menu for pizza, salads, etc. We ended up getting the Intermezzo Salad and sharing their Yo Vinny! pizza, which was delicious. They have a parking lot at their main side entrance. We came on a rainy day and sat inside but hope to return when the weather is nice and sunny and we can enjoy the outdoor space.

Great taste of pizza! This is my third time visiting this place. I like the style how you order and its open seating and just order on the qr code. The pizza is soooo good! Nice selection of non alcoholic beer! It was actually good. We went on a NEW YEARS DAY!! There are people but not too crowded and parking lot is okay but during weekends, oohh goodluck. It gets tight. Dog and kid friendly

A friend recommended this spot, so we gave it a try. Drink service is relatively quick and there's a decent variety of food and pizza menu items to choose from. Definitely order your pizza first as this service takes a little longer than expected. You might even want to order two just to be safe. We were delighted that there were hard kombucha options as well as non-alcoholic options too. It's a family friendly area with indoor and outdoor dining and what looked like a small play area for kids. It was pretty windy when we came, so definitely have a jacket with you - the outdoor heaters are not available at each outdoor table.

Spacious, dog friendly brewery with lots of yummy pizza options. The back area is super cute! Easy to order online via their QR code. The food took a bit to come out, by the time the ranch came out, we were already done eating. Pizza was really hot and fresh, beers were a great treat, post hike. We sat in the front area (near Main Street) so it was blazing hot/no shade/tree coverage. It was pretty busy when we came. Did enjoy the music coming from the opened windows by the kitchen tho!

Perfect for: Yummy pizza. Delicious craft beer and wine. Play structure for kids. Online service. It's a lovely place if you want all those things. There is a huge outdoor open space with benches, nice lighting and a fire pit. It gets crowded, so come early! Oh, and there's ample parking but a tricky entrance so take it easy.

Great food, love music, and beers! Love the space & vibe. Parking was tricky! Watch out for the crazy potholes!

We came here on the weekend. Service was fast, parking was easy and available- was busy but not too busy. Good pizza, and good beer and ice cream. Love the children's play area. 4/5 because it could use more shade at the outdoor seating area.

This place is one of my favorite breweries to come to after a nice hike in mt. Tam. The place has a bunch of tvs to watch whatever sports game is going on and has an amazing selection of beers and pizza. Everyone is usually really nice and attentive to us. Love the back patio as it's a great place for everyone to chill and have a good time.

I won't be back to The Junction, and I wouldn't recommend it to anyone who values decent service. The pizza was actually very good--but that's where the positives end. When we were seated, the cup holding our napkins and silverware was smeared in marinara sauce. It was gross and clearly hadn't been cleaned. We were a group of six (four adults and two kids), and they only brought out four plates. I had to ask three times before someone finally brought more. Then came the food--out of order and handled carelessly. The pizzas arrived first, and a few minutes later, a server slammed the meatballs and salad on the table and managed to spill a beer right in my lap. No apology. Nothing. Just walked away like it didn't happen. We ordered five ice creams: two chocolate with rainbow sprinkles, two swirl, and one vanilla. They brought all vanilla. When we pointed this out, the server argued with us and claimed that's what we had ordered. After speaking with the manager, he said he'd fix it. The replacements came--still wrong. No sprinkles. And when I asked, the server told me I could "go to the kitchen if I wanted sprinkles." Really? It's completely absurd that they expect a 20% tip when they can't provide even basic, courteous service. The food doesn't make up for the experience. We're not coming back.

After a family hike in the area we decided to stop by here for lunch. It was a beautiful day and the place was super crowded. After eating here we know why. The pizza is delicious and has some creative combinations. The kale salad was also yummy. Although this is also a beer garden, none of us were drinking but still enjoyed it. Next time I'm up in the north bay I'll be back!

Located just off the side of the CA-1 highway lies the unpretentious beer garden and hidden gem, the Junction. They boast an extensive beer selection which perfectly highlights the carb-loaded array of unique pizzas that perfectly sop up any alcohol you order. While beer is The Junction's bread and butter, the pizza is pretty sensational. My boyfriend and I suspect that they use some form of sourdough starter in their pizza crusts as the crusts are multidimensional and slightly tangy. We ordered the Rocket Man which came with a jammy egg and a generous heap of arugula atop the cheese. The peppery arugula perfectly contrasted the ooey gooey mozz and every bite was an acidic, savory, and ultra rich flavor bomb. If you're ever in Mill Valley, check this place out! With great ambiance and awesome food, what's not to like?

The pizza and salads are really good. Also we can always get a table and the service is good. They bring the food pretty quickly. There is a fun playground to entertain kids and there are a lot of TV's with sports that are always fun to watch.

I am hosting a fundraiser here later this month and booking the event was an absolute breeze. The fees were completely transparent, no hidden costs. Liz made everything so easy! I was really stressed about the event and the event space but booking it here took all that anxiety away. I can't wait for the event, I know The Junction will do a great job!

PizzaHacker at The Junction Beer Garden probably best pizza in Marin County. Love the atmosphere at the junction and selection of beers. Service could be a bit better- although it does seem more like a help "yourself kind spot". One feedback, I was excited to take my daughter there and when she found out they had gluten free pizza she was stoked. Unfortunately the gluten pizza fell short. Way short of her expectations. Weren't expecting a loaf of gluten free bread with toppings. With the level of quality of the other pizzas, I was expecting her to be blown away. She was a bit disappointed and said in her teenage jargon "Mid". Step it up team, can't be letting this out the kitchen. The best pizza joint in Marin County. All that said, I loved my pizza.

Came here after a long hike in the Tamalpais mountains for a carb re-load. Parking easy to find on a Sunday afternoon, and I was able to grab a seat outdoors really easy. This space is super kid friendly with a playground tucked in the back, as well as dog friendly with a lot of outdoor space! Ended up getting one pizza, and I was slightly disappointed. While the flavors were great and I fully enjoyed it - the crust was rather thin and the bottom of the pizza was burnt a little more than I liked (this is coming from someone who enjoys some burnt parts of my pizza). My girlfriend had come here before for a work event and had said herself that this pizza was not as good as the last time she came, so the hopes are that The Junction will redeem themselves the next time I come! While I'd give the pizza a 3/5, the outdoor space, ambiance, and parking availability make this a solid 4/5. Looking forward to reviewing this and making it a 5/5 in the near future!

Lovely, kid-friendly spot. Around 3:30pm on a Sunday, there was plenty of space, a live band was just warming up, and our kids enjoyed the pirate ship play structure. More groups showed up throughout the evening, but it never got crowded. Our friends come here all the time and can vouch that they've never had to wait for a table. It's also almost always warm here, even when chilly in SF. But this past Sunday it did get chilly, though the heat lamps and fire pits helped. Handy to be able to order on your phone (both drinks and the pizza). As a non-beer-drinker, I liked the many non-beer options (hard kombuchas, ciders). My husband (the beer drinker) says they have a kind of a limited beer collection but he did like the ones he ordered. * Mint/basil Kombucha - 3.5 stars I expected a little more pop in flavor from all the herbs listed, but this was mild. Still enjoyable. * Alvarado Street Brewery Escape From Here Hazy IPA - 5 stars A "perfect" beer, according to my husband.

Crowded, so get there early. Parking is limited. The drinks were good, the pizza was OK. I've had better pizza in the Bay. We had the Romeo, Bridge, Shroomers, Rocket Man, and Margherita pizzas. Nothing too special. The Rocket man was the better of the lot ordered. Dog friendly and lots of kids running around.

This is our favorite spot to visit after a hike. The beer garden space is perfect way to continue to enjoy the outdoor while refueling on pizza. The forbidden fruit is our favorite perfect mix of sweet and savory, sweet pineapple and hearty slices of Canadian bacon. Service is quick and friendly. Each table has a QR code scan and place your order without leaving your seat. Pizza and drinks are out within minutes. I can't say enough about the service here, we accidentally tipped our pizza over knocking our last few slices on the ground (totally our fault). Before we could finish picking them up someone came over grabbed them and said he would have another one right out. He was so nice cleared our table, and within minutes a whole pizza was brought to our table. We already loved this place but this kind of service they'll forever have a customer in me.

Cool area with lots of outdoor seating. It can get windy so I recommend bringing a jacket! There's a fire pit as well as a playground for little kids. Their beer selection is vast with lots on tap and bottled. Their pizza looks delicious, but the one we picked (Get a Room) was a little salty for my liking. I like that there is an option to make the pizza extra crispy.

So, my family and I were very excited to try this spot out since the reviews were very good but was let down do to service. Parking was a complete nightmare. Plan ahead, have a lot of patience, and don't be hangry. We arrived around 1:30pm and the place was jumping. We were told by the sweet hostess we had to find available seating on our own which was fine. After waiting and eagle eyeing every table for about 30 minutes we ended up scoring one. We ordered 2 beers, water, an Italian salad and a cheese pizza and it all came out in a timely manner. When we got the beers I asked the server if we can get a glass of water for our son and he said okay. He seemed irritated we asked. He brings the jug of water and puts on the table and storms off. We couldn't even ask for a glass he took off so quickly. Our salad and pizza come and I asked a different server for a glass and some plates since we were all sharing it and she tells us they ran out of plates that when she gets some she'll bring. Well that never happened so we ate on top of napkins. I felt the vibe was a little chaotic and they were lacking when it came to preparedness and customer service skills. On a positive note, the Italian salad was delicious. The pizza was perfect the right amount of sauce, cheese and crust was delish. They even make their own ranch sauce which super creamy and tasty. I'd give this spot another try since the food was an A+ I'm just hoping next time the customer service is a little better.

Awesome pizza! Portnoy would give it a high 8! Super thin crust, well done. Great pizza sauce. I'm a Philly boy but in CA for 45 years. Yeah, they put an bunch of stupid shit on the pie....... But so good. .

Stopped in here with my friends for a quick bite after riding motorcycles near Stinson beach this weekend. It's a beer garden with a full taproom of local drafts with pizza provided by Pizzahacker. There's a small bar inside and indoor seating. They also have a huge, beautiful outdoor patio space with large communal fireplaces, which were a major blessing after freezing on the bikes lol. Ordered a pepperoni + pepperoncini for $24 OTD. Prices were surprisingly cheap for the area. The pizza was splendid! The dough tasted fresh and had a perfect undercarriage. High-quality sauce, cheese, and toppings. Nice little spice to balance it out. Very impressive! I didn't drink any beer (personal rule when I'm riding) but will definitely return to try some. It's the perfect spot to hit after a long day hiking around Muir woods or hitting the beach.

Our go to spot after hiking in the area. We enjoy a craft beer and wine and a great slice of pizza. We usually order a Margherita pie but decided to do half and half this time... would say it's best to just order 1 selection per pie. The flavor just wasn't all there like it was when we had the full. Definitely a good spot for young families. Starts to get lively around 4pm on Fridays.

Cool vibe with lots of outdoor seating, bike racks, a play area for kids. Great environment. The pizza took a half hour to come out though. When it did it was quite good, light pizza despite having a sausage and egg on it. Always love an egg pizza but was it worth the price and the wait? ehhh maybe not. Would probably still return given the extensive beer menu though. One of the fewer places in northern California to have Cali Creamin' which I always try to seek out while I'm out west.

Love their beer selection and their pizza and salads are bomb; make this a regular place to visit on your mill valley list! Small playground for kids outside...lots of cyclists, families, and couples.

I came for a work gathering and I honestly wasn't expecting much and expected a small pizza place but I was so surprised how much space this location has! There are multiple both indoor and out door reservable spaces for large groups and parties. We had ours outside to be COVID safe and it was awesome! They had lots of heat lamps for us so i wasn't cold at all. As for the pizza, it was delicious! We ordered a ton (15+ pizzas) so I lost track but my favorite was definitely the Hawaiian one with ham and pineapples. The salads were also delicious! I was mostly so impressed by the awesome out door spaces though and how much lights they had. The decorations were amazing and I loved the large fire pit. Overall, definitely would be back! Food, ambiance, service were all great. Parking was a bit rough though but other than that I had a great time.

This is my new favorite place in Mill Valley! I love that they've got a full menu of not just pizza but great salads and other apps as well - they also have gluten free pizza options. They have a fantastic beer selection of not only beers on draft but you can get a 4-pack of tall boys to go. They have long picnic tables making it great for large groups though seating is first come first serve.

The Junction is the perfect place to stop for a beer or hard kombucha, especially after a hike, bike ride, etc. or to just hang out with friends! My fiancé and I happened to be up in Mill Valley for a hike and stumbled upon The Junction. They have a huge variety of beer and hard kombucha and they serve wine too. There was a wait outdoors so we technically sat inside we they have huge doors open so we felt like we were outside. They have QR codes on the table so you can order without getting up (safety measures for COVID). We ordered beers from The Junction and enjoyed a pizza from PizzaHacker (separate business but they work together so you can order from both). We'd definitely come back next time we are in the area!

Chill place to kick it with friends. Variety of beers, hard kombuchas, & sours. They carry barrel house which I was happy about! Pizza is spot on. Plenty of seating inside and out. Such a chill place to hang during the summer and warm weather. Friendly staff. Parking lot in back, can get full quick on a weekend. Nice staff!