Although San Anselmo is small, you do not have to go all the way to San Francisco for nightlife. While the town is generally very quiet at night, it has its fair share of bars and taverns for entertainment. Whether you enjoy a laid back bar for hanging out with friends or want to go somewhere a little more upscale, there are several options for you in San Anselmo.
American Legion Log Cabin Dugout Bar
120 Veterans Place
Memorial Park
San Anselmo, CA 94960
(415) 456-0834
The Log Cabin Dugout Bar is a local watering hole for community and American Legion members alike. Built by veterans, volunteers and Boy Scouts in 1934, the bar provides a casual place to drink, hangout and play some games. Offering an outdoor patio, jukebox, free shuffleboard, darts, pool and board games, in addition to large screen TVs, the bar is open Wednesday through Saturday from 6 p.m. to 2 a.m. and serves beer, cocktails, tequila, vodka, wine and scotch. Its specialty drinks are Pink Cooters, Hypshakers and all sorts of beers and shots.
Matteucci's
114 Greenfield Avenue
San Anselmo, CA 94960
(415) 456-3614
A local sports bar with domestic and imported beers and microbrews, Matteucci’s is a casual place to drink amidst American nostalgia. With Marilyn Monroe and James Dean posters on the wall and a large statue of Elvis in the bar, the scene is set for fun. A jukebox and two pool tables add to the atmosphere, while mixed drinks and shots of whiskey, rum, tequila and brandy will help you and your friends let loose. The bar also has a menu of favorite bar foods, including hot dogs. Matteucci’s is open Monday through Friday, from 11 a.m. to 2 a.m., and Saturday and Sunday, from 6 a.m. to 2 a.m.
Pizzalina
914 Sir Francis Drake
San Anselmo, CA 94960
(415) 256-9780
Website: www.pizzalina.com
A pizzeria and wine bar, Pizzalina is a place to gather in the neighborhood and eat authentic, Neapolitan pizzas cooked in a wood oven. The wine bar is relaxed and unpretentious, allowing community members and visitors to come and relax while sipping California and Italian wines on tap, local and Italian esoteric wines and microbrews. The restaurant and bar is open Sunday through Thursday, from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m., and Fridays and Saturdays, from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.
La Loggia
500 San Anselmo Avenue
San Anselmo, CA 94960
(415) 234-8698
Website: www.laloggiasa.com
A café and wine bar, La Loggia draws its inspiration from the lifestyle of Italy, specifically from the “enoteca” culture, which is one that celebrates local artisan products and good wine. Providing a place for the community to gather over good food and vino, La Loggia supports the community wholeheartedly, buying their produce and other ingredients from local farmers and other artisans. The restaurant and bar are open on Tuesdays and Wednesdays, from 7:30 a.m. to noon and then 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. On Thursdays through Saturdays, it is open from 7:30 a.m. to noon and then 5 p.m. to 11 p.m. On Sundays, it is open from 7:30 a.m. to noon and then 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. It is closed Mondays.