Papermill Creek Saloon

in response to the bad reviews. .those 3 are from the same family, same event. so its really only one review.
please take the time to read the rest of the reviews as well. You will see that is the only negative thing EVER written about the bar.
All I’ll say is believe me there are two sides to every story

Awful old lady– don’t waste your money here. She chased my family out of the door. All we needed was a cup of coffee.

Zero! Don’t waste your money on this place. Disgusting and dirty. Service was the worst!

We caught the end of the 49ers game here. Good crew, good staff, good drinks. Definitely a place to come back to.

Just came from hiking Roys Redwoods at San Geronimo and stopped in. Last stand to grab one for the road. or, one for the ditch if the case may be. In all seriousness though this is a nice little spot. They have cool vintage items decorating it and its small and cozy. theres one small TV to maybe catch a game but its not overly obnoxious like a sports bar. Really nice friendly female bartender that was happy to make some suggestions about where else was good to check out in the area. I wouldn’t mind coming on for a beer and conversation again in the future. only downside is they dont take cards, but a lot of small bars dont so you almost expect that.

What can I say. This is One of My Fave Spots on The Planet. VERY Welcoming, Staff are Fab. Love Love Love It. So Full of Charm and Character. Its Off The Hook Magic. Hope to be stopping in again real soon. Its a Must stop

Best in the west
Lovely friendly people
If u around in west marin on sir Francis drake
This is the place to be
Great spot @ free parking

My favorite bar in Marin! I love it because the bartenders and patrons are among the coolest people ever with whom to enjoy some adult beverages. There are a number of regulars, but I seem to meet new people each time I visit. Never a shortage of great conversation and it is a fun place to watch the game.

My husband and I were on our way to the coast and stopped in along our way. We found it to be a very friendly and fun environment. The bartender was welcoming and nice to all those who came through the doors, as were the patrons. It felt as if we had known these people for years. We enjoyed the environment and people so much that we stopped in on our way back home to partake in a couple more drinks and enjoy the comradery. This will most definitely be a stop we make whenever we go to visit the coast!

Great place to stop on the way back from the coast. Good prices, friendly bartender. Nice patio in the back.

Cozy, low-​ceilinged little hobbit hole of a pub. Wonderful furniture and bric-​à-​brac. Excellent pool tables. Everything you need.

The Papermill Creek Saloon is a painting reminiscent of the impressionist era, by Mott, a great painter who haunts many of the energy vortexes of Marin. Blending colors together in great swirls amassing around bright lights it is not unlike the style of Van Gogh’s starry night, borders between objects blur and then all things become one. The bar is located in the In the beautiful San Geronimo Valley where many travelers have known many paths, Samuel Taylor state park is just down the road, and the coho salmon know the waters that run through hallowed red woods, and rolling bluffs. Truly a beautiful area surrounds the Papermill Creek Saloon, and an understood setting for a Mott painting. Just like the painting, I’ve heard the inside of the bar is also impressionist, and holds; great bartenders, friendly people and an internet jukebox. It just proves that once in a while you can find a great bar in great art, or great art in a great bar, if you look at it right.
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P. S. David Nelson of the New Riders of the Purple Sage and «Banana» of The Youngbloods have created a band named, The Papermill Creek Rounders

This is the best bar in Marin… And if you are lucky enough to go there while Jared is working then you found the best Bartender in the best bar in Marin.

Woody, Veronica, and Masha… you are the best.
My friend and I stopped in here after a valiant battle with a tent. We lost. We needed beer. Marsha, the bartender and part owner and her brother Woody, another owner, were there to cheerfully guide us to a «Big 5» and another awesome campground in Guerneville. The next morning, I ran in to Woody at the local deli/​grocery store/​wierd kid toy store and not only did he remember me but struck up a conversation with me and gave me his sisters number-​which I proptly lost…
Thanks again guys! We’ll see you next year!

This place got me so excited, I spilled my margarita!
After a hearty hike, my friend and I stopped at this establishment perfectly located about mid-​way back to civilization. He liked his beer, I liked my marg, but these were fairly inconsequential when assessed alongside weightier matters such as:
— the abounding character-​laden décor, including: kewl retro clock, dusty house piano, extremely distressed trumpet hanging on rafter, wood-​burning oven for chilly rainy evenings, photos of 50s stars… k, pretty proud I remembered that much but there is so much more!
— the absolutely chill clientele. 4pm on a Saturday and the bar is ²⁄₃ full with 50-​something locals watching dirt biking, shooting the breeze, and just smiling.
— the great staff: the bartendress was distraught and immediately took care of the tequila-​pool in front of me. And big bonus with me: they immediately accepted my Facebook friend request! I’m a cheap date, I know.
— *POOL* tables. There was no need to partake yesterday, but if I go back at night, I’ll be surprised if I don’t dive (pardon the pun) in.
Wants to go back!

I 1^st visited here years ago when we were camping nearby. The place literally beckoned us from the road & a fabulous evening was spent here. I’ve since told people about this little gem & since a friend is living nearby in Nicasio, we decided to finally make a return visit. I was a bit nervous, since I’d really talked this place up to my friend, that perhaps it was one of those mysterious cases in which the memory is fonder than reality. Well — thankfully this was not the case. We spent another fabulous night here this weekend & since I now have a friend living nearby — I have a reason to venture out there for more evenings well spent. The jukebox has an eclectic mix which added a unique soundtrack to the evening as well. Cash only — so come prepared.

We live in Oakland and love to go on weekend drives, rooting out funky little places off the beaten path. It’s one of the best things about living in the Bay Area — our back yard is filled with treasures, waiting to be discovered. Papermill Creek Saloon is a true gem. It’s the sort of place that, from the moment you see it, you know you’ll feel at home. There’s no shortage of interesting quirky stuff to check out inside, and all the people were so friendly. The hour we spent relaxing there at dusk felt like a mini-​vacation. Top-​notch. We’re definitely going back!

I had the pleasure of living within a mile of this place for a few short months, and I’m so glad I did.
Maria and Jared are awesome and very friendly bartenders, the drinks are well priced, stiff, and tasty. The juke box is internet based so you can find almost any song you can think of, and here is the best kept secret. They have the best conditioned pool tables in all of marin. Almost brings a tear to my eye.
Enjoy!

Get ready for yet another BIG GUNDOWN… Yes it’s on again at the «P.M.C.». My «Sidekick» DJ YR LTTL PWNY and I will be at it again playing «Tag Team DJ’s» with a posse of special guest DJ’s. Spinning a wonderous assortment of party traxxx. SATURDAY JULY 19^th 2008. Showdown starts at 9pm. LONG LIVE THE WILD WILD WEST!!! AS Always Western Disco Dress Code in Full Force and Effect! POSSE UP! & Remember… DJ Willow from Paris Loves You.

The place looks so appealing from the outside that I had to stop in on a ride back to SF last night. Inside is beautifully rustic with a tiny outdoor patio, two pool tables, and J-​shaped bar. OK, five stars is a bit premature but you can just tell this place rocks. Gonna go back on a Fri or Sat night to verify. With a bit of a crowd this is probably a pretty fun place.