Thursday, March 31, 2011

Dinner with Music in San Rafael

Dine while listening to music
If you are new to Marin, vacationing in our area, or just a local  looking for an evening of dining with great entertainment, head to the Panama Hotel.

On Tuesday and Thursday evenings the hotel's restaurant offers up sumptuous menu items to accompany eclectic music for all types of night seekers! Wednesday evening performances are on the first and third Wednesday of each month, and can showcase music anywhere from a solo acoustic guitar to a Latin Jazz band.


The ambiance is casual and warm with just the right amount of elegance; and there is ample opportunity to sit close to the performers.

David Brewer playing Flamenco

The weekly music usually varies from jazz and blues to Swing Fever and Brazilian bosa nova. Make sure you check out the musical lineup on  their calendar before heading out since it changes each month.

Dinner at the Panama restaurant is served from 5:30 to 9:30 p.m., and music is from 7:00 to 10:00 p.m. Reservations are recommended if you want a table with the best view, otherwise there is usually space at the bar for eating if the room is full.
4 Bayview Street, San Rafael
www.panamahotel.com

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