Spending the day exploring the beautiful old-growth grove of redwoods is one of the greatest outdoor adventures in the Bay Area for all ages. No matter if you stop at the park during a tour or you spend the whole day exploring Muir Woods, you are sure to have a wonderful experience hiking.
After working up an appetite from hiking one of the many trails at Muir Woods, be sure to grab a bite to eat at any of these restaurants that are in, or near the park!
If you want to enjoy a delicious meal, but don’t want to venture too far from Muir Woods, stop for food at The Muir Woods Trading Co Cafe. This Muir Woods treasure serves delicious meals and snacks throughout the day. All the food served at the cafe is made with products from local vendors. You can enjoy hot, or cold sandwiches, chili, fresh baked goods, soups, coffee, natural soda, and more. The cafe also has a Jr. Ranger’s menu that is perfect for your little ones. This certified green cafe is located right by the entrance of Muir Woods National Park.
Finish your day at Muir Woods with a delicious Mexican meal from Joe’s Taco Lounge. Located about 2 miles from Muir Woods, Joe’s Taco Lounge will make a great lunch or dinner option for your whole family. Enjoy appetizing Mexican classics, like burritos, enchiladas, and quesadillas, as well as pizzas, burgers, and sandwiches made with a Mexican twist.
If you’re short on time and looking for a place to grab a tasty meal, you can enjoy the selection of hot and cold foods from the deli at the Mill Valley Market. This market is about a mile and a half away from Muir Woods and serves fresh, high-quality meals. The Mill Valley Market is one of the highest-rated eateries on TripAdvisor that is near the park. You can order a hearty sandwich, gourmet salads, and ready-to-eat entrees.
After spending time admiring the California redwoods, escape to a southern Italy-inspired restaurant and enjoy an authentic Italian meal. Piazza D’Angelo Restaurant serves a variety of pasta dishes, pizzas, seafood, fine wines, and more. To make sure that you can be seated make a reservation in advance. Piazza D’Angelo Restaurant is about a mile and a half away from Muir Woods National Monument.
Another tasty restaurant about 3.5 miles from Muir Woods is Buckeye Roadhouse. This cozy, lodge-like restaurant is the perfect place to refuel and relax after a day of hiking. Buckeye Roadhouse has been one of the best California fine dining experiences since 1937. No matter if you partake in their famous oysters, house-smoked BBQ ribs, or s’more pie, all their dishes will have you wanting more. The Buckeye Roadhouse also has a delectable list of cocktails and wines.
