Perry's Novato

"When we lived in the City, we'd go to Perry's on Union Street for burgers and the jolly, friendly atmosphere. Moving to Marin we'd go to Perry's in Larkspur occasionally; we were not eating out as much then with a young family but always enjoyed it when we did. Retiring in W Marin our eating out is primarily in Petaluma and I've been meaning to try Perry's in Novato ever since I read about its opening. With its central location and Perry's reputation it seemed a good choice for lunch with an old friend. We were not disappointed; a little tricky to find, the place has the full Perry's style with white tiled floor in the bar, mahogany furniture, friendly attentive service. We were seated in the back room with a high ceiling and looking out onto a hillside. Convivial atmosphere,busy with several large group tables. Perry himself came over to say hello and was unhurriedly working the room; a nice touch. His daughter who works there also came by. For me the food at Perry's is ok, not special and so it was that day. I had fish & chips and my friend a chicken salad. It was however the perfect rainy day to linger over lunch and enjoy the atmosphere."

"Good food and good atmosphere. I ate several meals here while staying in the area. The menu is fairly simple. I never had a bad meal during the 6 or 7 times i ate there. They have a decent beer selection and experienced bartenders making some great cocktails."

"Food was fine, not bad but not knock-your-socks-off either. Parking and restaurant was surprisingly packed at ~ noon on a Tuesday? Very odd to me but what do I know? Atmosphere was very cozy, it was pouring rain outside, the restaurant was comfortable, with interesting things on the wall, a roaring fireplace. Service was pretty good as well."

"I had the grill chicken sandwich and it tasted great but it seemed to be missing something like a type of sauce. The waitress took a good minute to take our drink order and another long minute to take our order. I would go back but probably not for awhile and I would seldomly tell others to go eat there."

"Seems like a pretty popular spot. Wasnt any open tables or spots at the bar. Had a drink at the bar while waiting for our table. Bartender was quick and friendly. Once seated we had a few appetizers which were good. I'd recommend the ahi poke and the potato skins. For the main course I got the pot roast which was tender and juicy and delicious. Wasn't a big fan of the Brussel sprouts so maybe ask what the vegetable is before ordering since it doesn't specify on the menu. Overall I was happy and I would go again."