About Us

Our Story

In 1980, the Finnegan family opened a neighborhood pub in northern New Jersey. Named for family patriarch Patrick Finnegan, it became a welcoming place where locals could eat, drink, and gather.

Years later, Patrick’s grandson and longtime Novato local Henry Hautau brought that same spirit to Marin. Inspired by the neighborhood pub he loved visiting back home in New Jersey, Henry opened Finnegan’s Marin in Downtown Novato in 2006.

Today, Finnegan’s begins its next chapter under Patrick Odenthal. After years of leading the restaurant’s daily operations, Pat is proud to carry forward the traditions established by Henry and his family.

Finnegan’s remains a comfortable neighborhood gathering place where regulars are greeted by name, new guests quickly feel at home, and generations of Novato families come together.

Come in, sit back, and get comfortable. Welcome to Finnegan’s Marin.

Open 365 Days Per Year

Daily Lunch & Dinner Service

Sunday Brunch

Beautiful Full Bar

HD TVs at the Bar for Sports Viewing

Outdoor Dining Patio on Tree Lined Street

Bar Open Late

Private Parties

Entertainment Nightly

Kids Eat Free All Day Sunday

Finnegan’s Marin, Downtown Novato’s favorite restaurant & bar opened in early 2006 to rave reviews. Garnering awards for Best Burger in Marin (Marin IJ), Best Bar/Restaurant Bar in Marin (Pacific Sun), and more along the way, Finnegan's brings a warm and wonderful space in Old Town Novato where all can gather to enjoy wonderful food, spirits, and a community-oriented nightlife.