One of my favorite local spots is the Left Bank restaurant in the historic Blue Rock Inn building in downtown Larkspur. The Blue Rock Inn (originally called Hotel Merwin) was built in 1895. During the railroad era, Larkspur was a popular weekend destination where San Franciscans would come to dance and picnic under the stars. During Prohibition, the Blue Rock Inn was one of many speakeasies operating in Larkspur. The local landmark now houses the popular Left Bank restaurant.