2026 Voting Is Open!
- Voting starts now through May 29th
- Each business needs 10 votes to stay on the list
- The most votes in each categories wins Readers’ Choice
- The Best of the County Party will be July 31st — stay tuned for tickets!
Is your business on the list? Click here for marketing assets to help get the word out!
About Best of the County
Every year, Marin Magazine’s editorial team curates and updates its annual Best of the County, a trusted guide celebrating the standout businesses, people, and experiences that define Marin County.
Featuring hundreds of businesses across eight categories — Arts & Entertainment, Beauty & Wellness, Dining, Fitness, Home & Design, Philanthropy, Services, and Shopping — Best of the County highlights the people behind the companies that make Marin one of the best places to live in the world.
To keep the guide fresh and relevant, readers vote each year for their favorite businesses, helping determine which ones remain on the list. Businesses receiving a minimum of ten votes are eligible, and the one with the most votes in each category earns the coveted Readers’ Choice designation. This process ensures that every listing is a reliable recommendation, whether you’re searching for a comedy venue, auto repair, or anything in between.
Marin Magazine has proudly served the county for over 20 years, and Best of the County has been a signature feature since 2014. You can read more about its origins here.
If you know a business that should be considered for next year’s list, or you have an idea for a new category, we’d love to hear from you. And if your business is currently listed and you’d like to update your description or photo, please contact us here.
A Look at 2025’s Best of the County
We received a record-breaking 21,800 votes this year! Below, find the 900+ businesses that make Marin the best place to live. From top Thai restaurants and must-shop jewelry stores to standout spin classes and the best venues for live music it’s all here. Jump to a section below:
Arts & Entertainment | Beauty & Wellness | Dining | Fitness | Home & Design | Philanthropy | Services | Shopping
Readers’ Choice = the most votes in a category.
Rest of the Best = all businesses who have gotten at least ten votes this year.
*lists are updated every year.
Want to have a look back through history at past Best of the County issues? Read about it here!
Arts & Entertainment
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Below is Best of the County selections for the best art galleries, children’s activities, comedy venues, community events, film festivals, music festival, live music venues, museums and community theaters.
The Best Art Galleries in Marin County
Our guide to where to find Marin’s best art galleries.
The Best Children’s Activities in Marin County
Our guide to where to find Marin’s best children’s museum.
The Best Comedy Venues in Marin
They say laughter is the best medicine, and we prescribe comedy. Stay healthy at the best comedy venues in Marin County.
The Best Community Events in Marin County
Our guide to where to find Marin’s best community event.
The Best Community Theaters in Marin County
Our guide to where to find Marin’s best community theaters.
The Best Live Music Venues in Marin
Our guide to where to find Marin’s best live music venue.
The Best Music Festivals in Marin County
Our guide to where to find Marin’s best music festivals.
The Best Outdoor Adventures in Marin
Marin is an outdoor lover’s paradise – here are the best places to visit.
The Best Community Events in Marin County
Our guide to where to find Marin’s best community event.
Beauty & Wellness
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The Best Barbershops in Marin
Look for that special stylist? Here are the best barbershops in Marin.
The Best Cosmetic Dermatologists in Marin
Cosmetic surgeons have flocked to the Bay Area over the years, providing the finest of care to Marin County and offering a wide variety of specialities. Here are our favorites.
The Best Facials in Marin County
For a relaxing experience that’s sure to leave your face glowing, look no further than the best doctors and spas in Marin County.
The Best Haircut/Salon Service in Marin
Between color and cut, treatments and products, there’s a lot that goes into choosing the hair salon you trust. Here are our favorites in Marin.
The Best Integrative/Alternative Medicine in Marin County
In need of a unique treatment? Use our guide to find the best integrative/alternative medicine in Marin.
The Best Massages in Marin County
Nothing cures sore muscles like a long massage. Here are our picks for top spots to get a massage in Marin.
The Best Massage Therapists in Marin County
Relieve that tension in your body at the hands of one of Marin’s best massage therapists; here are our picks.
The Best Med Spas in Marin
For those not interested in intensive cosmetic surgery, a med spa is the right way to go.
The Best Nail Salons in Marin
For Marin Magazine‘s Best of Marin County Nail Salon picks see below.
The Best Spas in Marin
Have an indulgent afternoon and let the stress melt away at one of Marin Magazine’s Best of Marin County Spa picks.
Dining
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The Best Al Fresco Dining in Marin
The word “Al Fresco” originates in Italy and directly translates to “in the cool”. Here are the best Al Fresco Dining spots in Marin.
The Best Bakeries in Marin
That leaves only one question that needs answering: which town in the county boasts the best croissant or batard?
Best Bar Dining in Marin
Enjoy cocktails, beers and wine at any of our favorite bars in Marin.
The Best Breakfast/Brunch in Marin
Whether its old fashioned eggs and bacon or gourmet pastries, breakfast is big in Marin.
The Best Breweries and Taprooms in Marin
There are more well-crafted brew in Marin than ever and Marin beer brands are getting creative. Here’s what’s hot this year.
Where to Find the Best Burgers in Marin County
When you’re craving a burger nothing else will suffice. Here are the best burger spots in Marin.
The Best Chinese Restaurants in Marin
Savor the flavors and tastes from different regions of China at these Marin restaurants.
The Best Coffee and Coffee Shops in Marin
Here’s where to find your new favorite coffee shop in Marin.
The Best Dive Bars in Marin
Here are our favorite Marin dive bars from south to north, ending with a West Marin bar that is one of the oldest in the state.
The Best Fine Dining in Marin
Here is our guide to the top rated fine dining restaurants in Marin.
The Best French Restaurants in Marin
French restaurants in Marin County bring together the elevated nature of French cuisine with the region’s fresh, local ingredients.
The Best Ice Cream/Frozen Yogurt in Marin
Ice cream makes the best refreshing treat on a hot day, partner in binging your favorite show, or ending to a delicious dinner out on the town. Here are the best spots in Marin
The Best Indian Restaurants in Marin
Whether you’re after piping-hot naan or a steaming curry, here’s where to find the best Indian cuisine in Marin.
The Best Italian Restaurants in Marin County
Here is our guide to the best Italian in Marin.
The Best Middle Eastern & Mediterranean Food in Marin
Here are our favorite Middle Eastern and Mediterranean restaurants in Marin.
The Best Pizza in Marin County
Deciding the place is the hardest part; We’ve made it easy as pie. From thin crust wonders to traditional Neapolitan, this is your guide to pizza in Marin.
Where to Find the Best Ramen in Marin
Good ramen is easy; great ramen is hard. Here are a few places that make the cut.
The Best Sandwiches in Marin County
Nothing quite beats a classic sandwich. Here are the best places in Marin County.
The Best Seafood in Marin
Whether you prefer a perfectly broiled pink salmon, shrimp cocktail, oysters, or another ocean-originating dish these are the best seafood restaurants in Marin.
The Best Steakhouse Restaurants in Marin County
When we think of a steakhouse, we may picture a juicy red steak charred to perfection and paired with a big, bold red wine.
Where to Find the Best Sushi in Marin
Made from fresh fish, veggies, and rice, sushi is one of our favorite Japanese delicacies. Here are our go to sushi restaurants in Marin.
The Best Thai/Southeast Asian Restaurants in Marin
Here is our guide to the best Thai Food restaurants in Marin.
The Best Places in Marin to Get Vegetarian and Vegan Food
Here is our guide to the best vegan and vegetarian places Marin County.
The Best Wine Bars in Marin
The best wine bars in Marin County offer a sophisticated selection of local and international wines.
Fitness
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The Best Gyms in Marin
Whether into weight lifting, pilates, or cycling, these are the best gyms in Marin to help you get moving.
The Best Health and Wellness Coaches in Marin
There are few better places than Marin to revitalize yourself; mind, body, and soul. Here are some people who can help you do that.
The Best Personal Trainers in Marin
A good personal trainer helps you reach your fitness goals with the exercise that is tailored to your needs. Here are our favorites.
The Best Pilates Studios in Marin
Looking to tone, strengthen, and sweat, we’ve got you covered. Check out the Best Pilates classes in Marin.
The Best Spin Studios in Marin County
For your cardio fix, stationary bike workouts get your heart pumping. Here are the best spin studios in Marin.
The Best Yoga Studios in Marin
Relax, destress, strengthen, and tone at one of our top pick Yoga Studios in Marin.
Home & Design
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The Best Builders in Marin
Just moved into a house with the world’s ugliest kitchen tiles? Suspicious structural issues in the basement? Or just need to rebuild from the ground up? Here are Marin’s best builders.
The Best Home Building Resources in Marin
Make your home yours with the help of these home building resource experts in Marin.
The Best Home Organization Company in Marin
Our guide to where to find Marin’s best home organization company.
The Best Interior Designers in Marin
Our guide to where to find Marin’s best interior designer.
Best Kitchen and Bath Designs in Marin
Arguably the kitchen is the most important room in the house. Make sure yours fits your needs with Marin’s best kitchen designers.
The Best Landscape Design in Marin
Our guide to where to find Marin’s best landscape design.
The Best Lighting Services in Marin
Here is our guide to best electricians and lighting providers in Marin.
The Best Movers in Marin
Nobody likes to deal with the stress and fuss of moving house, but fortunately Marin has some amazing movers that are here to help.
The Best Painters in Marin
From a fresh coat of paint on your house to an entire office building re-work, Marin painters have your back.
The Best Tile Showrooms in Marin
Marin County is blessed with merchants and craftspeople offering beautiful and unique tile designs.
Philanthropy
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The Best Community Services in Marin
Our guide to where to find Marin’s best community services.
The Best Disability Care in Marin
For those suffering from a disability or who have a family member struggling with one, you’re probably going to need assistance.
The Best Educational Nonprofits in Marin
Our guide to where to find Marin’s best educational nonprofit.
The Best Environmental Nonprofits in Marin
Our guide to where to find Marin’s best environmental nonprofits.
The Best Food Insecurity Nonprofits in Marin
Our guide to where to find Marin’s best food insecurity nonprofit.
The Best Fundraising Events in Marin
Our guide to where to find Marin’s best fundraising event.
Services
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The Best Caterers and Food Delivery in Marin County
If you need food brought to you for an event or large gathering, we’ve got the people to contact.
The Best Auto Repair Shops in Marin County
Our guide to where to find Marin’s best auto repair.
The Best Chiropractors in Marin County
Our guide to where to find Marin’s best chiropractors.
The Best Funeral Homes in Marin
When it’s time to lay a loved one to rest, these funeral homes are professional, experienced, and supportive through every step of the process.
The Best Jewelry Repair in Marin
For all your last minute jewelry repairs or longed for upgrades, your search is over. Here are our favorite spots in Marin.
The Best Photographers in Marin County
Our guide to where to find Marin’s best photographer.
The Best Tutors in Marin County
Have a student that needs some help? Here’s our guide to where to find the best local tutors.
Shopping
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The Best Bike Shops in Marin
Find the perfect bike to help you explore Marin’s winding roads.
The Best Bridal Shops in Marin
For Marin Magazine‘s Best of Marin County Bridal Shop picks see below.
The Best Cannabis Dispensaries and Delivery Services in Marin
Whatever you’re looking for Marin’s various dispensaries and delivery service can help.
The Best Consignment Shops in Marin
Next time you go shopping, consider one of these incredible Marin consignment stores.
The Best Eyewear Stores in Marin
For flattering frames and perfect prescriptions, look no further than Marin County for the best eyewear picks.
The Best Gift Stores in Marin
Looking for the perfect surprise for a special someone? We’ve got you covered. Here are the best Gift Stores in Marin County.
The Best Home Furnishing/Accessories Stores in Marin
Looking to re-vamp your living spaces? Here are the best home furnishing stores in Marin.
The Best Jewelry Stores in Marin
Who hasn’t desired a big, blingy diamond at some point in their life? Here are Marin Magazine‘s Best of Marin County jewelry stores.
The Best Kids’ Clothing Stores in Marin
Want to make sure your kid has comfy, long-lasting clothes? Marin children’s stores have got you covered.
The Best Men’s Clothing Stores in Marin County
Who says men can’t be stylish, too? Check out Marin Magazine‘s Best of Marin County Men’s Clothing picks.
The Best Surf Shops in Marin
If you’ve always wanted to learn how to surf, Marin is the place to do it. Here are the best surf shops in the county.
The Best Women’s Clothing Stores in Marin
There are dozens of boutiques in every corner of the county; here are our favorite women’s clothing store in Marin.
The Best Pet Stores in Marin
It’s up to us to buy only the best for our pets. Here are our favorite pet stores in Marin.
