There's a reason Marin's nightlife is so authentic: It's home to several famous musicians and the birthplace of many more.

Classic rockers like Sammy Hagar, Phil Lesh and Huey Lewis as well as local legends Carlos Santana and Tony Bennett have had a huge impact on the music community in Marin spurring a medley of restaurants, lounges and live music venues that honor these famous musicians who continue to inspire us.

Known for house-made microbrews like the Hopmonk IPA and refreshing Hopmonk Hefeweizen, Hopmonk Tavern in Novato is a great place to get your groove on. The live music venue features several genres you won't find elsewhere in Marin, such as reggae, beat music and punk, as well as popular varieties like classic rock, R&B and acoustic tribute bands. // 224 Vintage Way (Novato), hopmonk.com/novato

If there's one place in Marin that you can count on for live music day or night, it's Sweetwater Music Hall—a community gathering place, complete with dining options and cocktails, and now open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Bob Weir (a former member of The Grateful Dead) is a Marin native who has dedicated his life to music. Thanks to investments from Weir and other local supporters, the once run-down music hall got a second chance in Mill Valley at its grand reopening back in 2012. // 19 Corte Madera Ave (Mill Valley), sweetwatermusichall.com

Speaking of The Grateful Dead, Bob Weir isn't the only famous guitarist with a trendy music venue in Marin. Phil Lesh, the band's bass guitarist, also celebrates his roots in Marin County at a place he opened with his family called Terrapin Crossroads. Lesh and his gang of local musicians can be seen performing at this swanky restaurant/lounge located near the water in San Rafael nearly every night of the week. He plays for happy hour guests and weekend brunchers (the brunch menu, by the way, is nothing short of amazing). // 100 Yacht Club Dr. (San Rafael), terrapincrossroads.net