Sol Food began by selling their food at the San Rafael's Farmers Market in 2003. In 2004, Sol Food opened their first restaurant on 4th street (at Lincoln). Although it was only 280 square feet with i...
Sol Food began by selling their food at the San Rafael's Farmers Market in 2003. In 2004, Sol Food opened their first restaurant on 4th street (at Lincoln). Although it was only 280 square feet with indoor seating for six, the tiny location thrived, as customers were content to eat at the planter box in the parking lot- often the only seating available. This is because Sol Food is incredibly fresh Puerto Rican Food with unique and delicious flavor combos, also known for their homemade sauces. You can buy a bottle in the restaurant to have at home- Pique Hot Sauce and Lemon Garlic Sauce. The business grew as pick-up and delivery became popular, but the little kitchen was unable to keep up. So, in 2007, a second location opened a block away. The larger kitchen was able to do the prep work for the "little place" as it was affectionately called, in addition to serving its own dining room for 49 people and a frequent line that continues to form on the sidewalk at dinner time. The Little Place has an outdoor patio hidden behind the building. Ultimately, however, it was also unable to keep up with the orders that came in from the expanded delivery area. In 2010, a third location, "La Bodega" was opened adjacent the big green place. Come visit one of these three locations! Sol has a passion for her Puerto Rican culture and a love of food, evidenced by the interior design of the restaurants and the quality of each item on the menu. 901 Lincoln Avenue, San Rafael 903 Lincoln Avenue, San Rafael 811 4th Street, San Rafael 401 Miller Ave., Mill Valley