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Sam's Anchor Cafe

Sam's Anchor Cafe

Seafood Restaurant, Café, and American Restaurant$$$$
Tiburon
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    Jason K.
    "beautiful view of the marina with San Francisco in the background."(5 Tips)
    David O.
    "watch out for those aggressive seagulls, tho!"(8 Tips)
    Shawn K.
    "best place to enjoy a weekend afternoon"(3 Tips)
    Bachelor10
    "Gorgeous views of the Bay, Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz, and SF."(18 Tips)
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  • Markus S.
    Markus SpieringApril 9, 2013
    Cover your (fried) food if you sit on the deck or the seagulls will take it.
  • Kenny L.
    Kenny LongAugust 18, 2012
    Ride your bike over the bridge to Sausalito, stop at Sams for a drink and ride the ferry back to SF
  • Carla M.heart icon on user image
    Carla MurrayJuly 15, 2012
    Try the short ribs. They are AWESOME!!
  • Kim S.
    Kim StrebelJanuary 19, 2014
    Don't go for the food, stick to the drinks and scenery.
  • Zethus S.
    Zethus SuenOctober 27, 2014
    Cyclers beware: No bicycles allowed inside!
  • Sumner W.
    Sumner WeitzApril 27, 2014
    Cioppino on point.
  • Daniel S.heart icon on user image
    Daniel SimmonsFebruary 22, 2016
    Patio seating is a must!
  • Sherryl T.heart icon on user image
    Sherryl TzJune 24, 2016
    Ribeye. Truffle fries. Chardonnay.
  • Duncan K.heart icon on user image
    Duncan KimeJanuary 11, 2013
    So Sams does not validate for the parking opposite. At these prices too! Cheapskates!
  • Alan R.
    Alan RDecember 24, 2019
    Been here 5+ times
    With a view
  • Joe C.
    Joe CMarch 31, 2011
    Rent a sailboat and sail over from the east bay. They have public mooring for ~12 boats or so
  • Paul S.
    Paul SolisJanuary 5, 2014
    The Bloody Mary is bloody great!
  • Kirstie M.
    Kirstie MaryottJuly 4, 2013
    Calamari is legit. Bring sunscreen!
  • Danny S.
    Danny SkarkaMay 20, 2012
    Enjoy the Chilled Prawns. 4 prawns. $16. Do the math.
  • Mike M.
    Mike MichonJune 18, 2011
    Come before 11 on the weekend and your experience shall be relatively douche-free!
  • Jennifer R.
    Jennifer RJuly 5, 2011
    One of the best Fish & Chips I've ever had. A must try!
  • Adriana F.
    Adriana FreitasApril 24, 2011
    Calamari is my favorite and the Ahi sandwich is just great
  • Kate S.
    Kate SchnepelMay 4, 2013
    Crab cocktail was delicious
  • Markus F.heart icon on user image
    Markus FrankSeptember 7, 2014
    Body Mary Spicy.
  • Kevin J.
    Kevin JSeptember 11, 2013
    $5 pinot from 4-7, u r welcome
  • Amy J.
    Amy JMarch 30, 2013
    Try the Kale Salad
  • Carla M.heart icon on user image
    Carla MurrayJuly 15, 2012
    The place is best with a BFF
  • John C.
    John CurryJuly 6, 2023
    Been here 10+ times
    The usual Sam’s visit
  • Tania M.heart icon on user image
    Tania M.January 2, 2013
    crab cakes!
  • Shawn K.
    Shawn KormondyJune 13, 2010
    The best place to enjoy a weekend afternoon on a beautiful day in Marin
  • Renee L.
    Renee LincksJune 1, 2010
    Sam's has a huge bottle of community sunblock. Who would've thought. Now u don't have to bring your own.
  • Mbwana A.
    Mbwana AlliyNovember 30, 2009
    Really good brunch if it's not too crowded and you can sit outside on a nice day
  • Christopher M.
    Don't forget your sunblock.
  • :)
    :)August 5, 2011
    Been here 5+ times
    Drink and have fun, just don't miss the last ferry home!
  • Vernon R.
    Vernon RauchAugust 8, 2011
    best Dark and Stormy in the Bay Area
  • Phillip K.
    Phillip KidwellApril 29, 2011
    Been here 25+ times
    The $18 crab salad sandwich is really good!
  • Cassandra L.
    Cassandra LightSeptember 19, 2014
    Do drinks, not necessarily food ;)
  • Tim W.heart icon on user image
    Tim WarrenJune 3, 2016
    Good times!
  • Jed S.
    Jed SingerJune 4, 2013
    Enjoy the view; fight the seagulls.
  • Priscilla M.
    Priscilla MorganMarch 24, 2013
    Crab sandwich and friends!!
  • Tanya A.heart icon on user image
    Tanya Anthony-CurryJune 2, 2013
    Been here 5+ times
    Great Bloody Mary's
  • Shay F.
    Shay FanAugust 9, 2010
    Definitely get the crab cakes eggs benedict. Never disappoints.
  • Best of Bay Area w.
    One of the best places to hang out on a sunny day.
  • Raffi K.
    Raffi KhatchadourianAugust 4, 2012
    The marina extends into Tiburon!
  • Buck S.
    Buck SmithApril 9, 2012
    Crab Louie. Get it.
  • Ricardo L.heart icon on user image
    Ricardo LamasApril 7, 2015
    They are getting out of touch
  • Tommy P.
    Tommy PayneFebruary 21, 2011
    Watch out for dive bombing seagulls!
  • Lisa P.
    Lisa PetersonFebruary 15, 2010
    Avoid rogue seagull attacks by keeping your bread close and your shiny butter pats covered. Consider wearing a hat and layers just in case.
  • Tristan
    TristanMay 11, 2012
    bloody Mary. Yup.
  • Monica M.
    Monica MillerOctober 25, 2009
    if it's sunny, wear your sunblock & sunglasses - no umbrellas on the deck
  • Steve H.
    Steve HallApril 18, 2010
    Have the onion rings. So good!
  • Foodspotting
    FoodspottingNovember 20, 2010
    Try the Veggie Plate w/ Samosa
  • Jon P.
    Jon PappasMarch 27, 2010
    Been here 5+ times
    Order a dark and stormy beer
  • Lauren T.heart icon on user image
    Lauren TownsendApril 25, 2017
    Food is so gross
  • Adam S.
    Adam SmithJuly 7, 2012
    Roll up on a boat and don't even go in
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