La Gastronomia di Porchetta - Fairfax, California

Joe B.

Some of the best Italian food I've had outside of Italy. Very authentic dishes and flavors. We dined with a party of 5 so got to try many dishes and even those that were a tad lacking were still excellent.
The fresh baked focaccia is marvelous. The creamy polenta with mushrooms was excellent! The original Italian varietal wine selection was refreshingly different than most restaurants and the quality was spot on. Our friends love the roasted Cauliflower, and fought over the remainder that they shared. The pappardelle looked, smelled and tasted hearty and authentic. They also had a burrata and citrus salad with orange slices, blood orange slices, mint and micro greens was an amazing combination of flavors and textures.

Several of us had the signature porchetta. I enjoyed it and found it moist and tender. Served with with the potatoes in the pork drippings were wonderful, sauteed chard could handle a little more garlic.

The desserts were the best gelato I've had outside of Italy (we tried the pistachio and the rum raisin (OMG!). We also tried the orange olive oil cake served with yogurt gelato (the combination of the two together was mind blowing!)

Highly recommended and we will be back as often as possible. A tad on the pricey side but understandable based on the service, quality, and authenticity of the food.

Elena and staff to be lauded for such a wonderful experience of Italy in Fairfax.

Dean M.

It has always been a mystery how nearly any small trattoria in Italy can serve magical food but even the priciest Italian restaurants in the US offer up insipid imitations. I am happy to report that you no longer need to fly to Italy for a proper meal. La Gastronomia is the equal of anything you will find in the old country, magnifico. Also, as in Italy, wines are priced reasonably.

Hailey H.

Best Italian food in Marin! The flavors were unique and absolutely delicious. Portions are perfect, wine list is phenomenal and service is attentive, professional and very friendly. They did a great job with the interior, feels cozy and modern. Will be making this a regular go to!

Colleen M.

We celebrated a 70th birthday brunch here with my family. The servers were lovely and made the experience cozy and special. We each ordered something different and all agreed it was the best breakfast we've had in ages (if ever)! Can't wait to return.

Daniel B.

This family shares their delightful Italian cuisine with a carefully chosen menu of options that you know they would eat at home if they weren't at work.

Seasonally appropriate foods, homemade with love, and an engaged staff make this restaurant perfect for date night or any special occasion.

Delene W.

Four of us had a lovely dinner here on a quiet Sunday night. Staff is welcoming & helpful -- gave us tastes of the two wine recommendations so we could decide. Everything was DELICIOUS, especially anchovy-stuffed zucchini blossoms & ravioli with porcini and truffle (& no skimping on these expensive ingredients), but all of the pastas were divine. If we lived in Marin, we'd be regulars.

Brigette T.

So delighted when The SF Chronicle named them as a Top 25 Restaurant in the Bay Area! Well deserved!! The local owners and staff are such a delight and always make my experience wonderful. The food is always, always good and there is something for everyone. The Italian wines are perfect and the staff make great recommendations. My pup and I always sit outside so we can people watch while looking across at the redwoods. What a wonderful and perfect addition to Fairfax!

Christian D.

One of the few places open on a Monday. Sat outside because it was a beautiful late summer evening (Looking forward to dining inside!). Service was prompt, friendly, and professional. Complementary focaccia was to die for! We couldn't resist the two papardelle offerings, one with mushrooms and cream sauce, the other with summer veggies. Perfect portions, super delicious. The wine offerings were reasonably priced and high quality. The chef and her crew is doing everything right. Will be back!