The bright yet cozy indoor space and warmly lit back patio create ideal environments for enjoying authentic Italian dishes made with local ingredients. The menu changes daily but often features delights like carpaccio of beef, pan-seared Pekin duck, and chef Valenti’s famous tower of triple chocolate love for dessert. A seat at the chef’s table offers a prime view of the open kitchen. The back patio, shaded by Japanese maples and bright red umbrellas during the day, transforms into a Mediterranean-like oasis at night, illuminated by strings of Edison bulbs. Best of all, the entire menu, including the free-range veal with gremolata and risotto with house-made sausage, tastes even better in Marin’s fresh air.