There are some dishes that define a place. In Sausalito, broadly speaking, it's seafood – naturally for a community nestled between the waters of the San Francisco Bay and the Pacific Ocean. In particular, people love to search for fish & chips in Sausalito, though I'm not sure why! Maybe because it's cheap and delicious, maybe because it's easy to eat and walk around during a short visit, maybe because everyone loves it (kids included!)...

Sausalito may be a small town, relatively speaking, but you can't deny it: Sausalito is home to some incredible restaurants to enjoy ethnic cuisine. From rich Indian to comfort-food Chinese and world-class sushi to other more familiar flavors like Italian and Mexican, there is no shortage of ways to travel the world on a plate in this charming city...

Sausalito is known for many things. Colorful, hillside houses. Fresh seafood and fish tacos. Famous residents like Carlos Santana and Shel Silverstien. And, for those who believe the story, as the birthplace of the Tequila Sunrise. (This is what The Trident claims!)...

If you're looking for ethnic food in Sausalito, there is a surprising range of choices for a town of fewer than 10,000 residents. We've got Italian, French, and Mexican, of course; you can also find more foreign flavors like Indian, Japanese, and even Chinese food in Sausalito too...

Maybe it's the proximity to water, or the distinctly Mediterranean vibe you get, but there's something about Sausalito that makes everyone want seafood. From fresh catches to sushi, fish and chips to fish tacos, people love to enjoy those flavors of the nearby Pacific while exploring my favorite seaside town – and I am one of those people too...

Food is one of the best ways to experience culture, which is why it's so important to try new cuisines and dishes when you travel. While Sausalito might not be a foreign culture for you, there are some incredible opportunities to eat really well during your visit. From Indian to Italian to Mexican, you can go beyond the American-style food (not that there's anything wrong with pizza and burgers!) and franchises (we don't have any of those anyway) to try something new and have an experience while dining in Sausalito...

If you ask which type of cuisine I'd be willing to eat forever, I have a really hard time choosing. My three favorites – Korean, German, and Mexican – are very different! While Sausalito lacks Korean food, there are a few decent German dishes at Joinery, and actually several Sausalito Mexican restaurants to enjoy...

While the Bay Area isn't known for the warm weather of Southern California, we've been known to have a great day here and there. Warm days in Sausalito are a treat, as the sun shining on the palms, sparkling water, and hillside homes take on an even more European essence. These are also the best days to stop for a cool treat when walking around, and there are some great spots for ice cream in Sausalito...

From the minute you step off the ferry or cross the Golden Gate Bridge, it's easy to see that there's something special about Sausalito. This waterfront town sits at the southern tip of the Marin peninsula, near the mouth of the San Francisco Bay, and has decidedly European vibes; many people compare it to Cinque Terre in Italy – high praise for a small town in California! As you might guess, Sausalito has great seafood, like most waterfront communities...

Is there anything better than a warming plate of fresh spaghetti with tomato sauce, a slice of piping hot and meaty lasagna, or the delightful combination of flavors in a bowl of cioppino? Italian food is beloved globally for its comforting flavors and filling dishes. And for a town like Sausalito that already feels and looks a bit like Cinque Terre, it's no surprise that there are some great Italian restaurants in Sausalito...