There are so many great local businesses we’re celebrating with this year’s Best of the County — here are a few of our favorites we put in the spotlight!
For a more comprehensive overview, see our Best of the County 2024 guide.
Changing Places
Best Home Organization
Thank you, Marin Magazine readers! For 31 years, our award-winning team has expertly guided clients through the unique journey of organization and relocation. Our high touch concierge service includes project managers, expert organizers, designers, architects, and stagers, ensuring a seamless experience.
4340 Redwood Hwy, Suite F-100, San Rafael, CA 415.461.6257
Marin CASA
Best Educational Nonprofit
MARIN COURT APPOINTED SPECIAL ADVOCATES (CASA) ensures every child has a safe, permanent, and supportive home. CASAs advocate for abused, neglected, or abandoned children in the Marin County court system. Volunteer as a CASA or donate today to help transform children’s lives in our community.
1401 Los Gamos Drive, Suite 130, San Rafael, CA 415.785.3862
Cue the Core
Best Fitness Class
San Rafael’s newest haven for self-care is here! Cue the Core offers athletic Pilates, to sculpt your body and boost your energy. We have all kinds of fun at the studio! Join workshops, our monthly book club, or unwind on Fridays with our themed Barre & Bounce class – it’s the perfect way to end the week!
Our supportive community fosters holistic wellness through integrative workshops and health coaching. Visit us in downtown San Rafael and discover your path to well-being today!
1327 4th Street, San Rafael, CA 415.889.0854
Turning Point Spa
Best Spa
Laurence McKee opened Turning Point Spa in 2018 after spending 20 years working for the Institute For Health and Healing at California Pacific Medical Center. Her extensive experience in the medical field provided her with a strong foundation in holistic and integrative health practices.
Being French, Laurence specializes in cellulite treatments, lymphatic drainage, oncology massage and skin care, bringing unique European techniques to her practice.
In 2020 she extended her professional qualifications by becoming a skin diagnostic technician. This role involves using specialized tools and techniques to assess and analyze skin conditions, allowing her to provide more precise and personalized skin care recommendations and treatments. With additional expertize, Turning Point Spa can address a wider range of concerns and offer more targeted, effective solutions to her clients.
655 Redwood Hwy, Suite 275, Mill Valley, CA 415.902.0197
Internal Fire Pilates
Best Pilates Studio
Discover the transformative power of authentic Pilates at Internal Fire Pilates. Located in Mill Valley, our boutique studio offers private lessons and small group classes (max 4-5), emphasizing refined movement and mindful practice. Experience expert guidance and a supportive environment to enhance your strength and flexibility.
457 Miller Avenue, Mill Valley, CA, 415.360.3008
FI Flooring Design
Best Flooring
Thanks Marin for voting us as one of the Best Flooring Stores this year. We are honored and committed to continue delivering the best service and top flooring materials to you.
3767 Redwood Hwy, San Rafael, CA 415.289.0465
Ground
Best Nursery
Set in a former nursery in Tiburon, Ground features 10,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor space styled with gorgeous plants, unusual gifts and home goods, including textiles, ceramics, apothecary, and tableware curated with an emphasis on natural materials, local and international makers, and ethical sourcing.
Women-owned (by Beth LaDove and Caitlin McVarish), Ground also offers an impressive selection of hand- knotted and handwoven rugs and quality outdoor furniture, featuring a wide variety of sustainable options from the iconic French furniture line Fermob.
Photo credit: Louise Carrasco
1520 Tiburon Boulevard, Belvedere Tiburon, CA 415.797.6057 IG: @ground.goods groundgoods.com
Morpheus Med Spa
Best Cosmetic Dermatology
Harmonizing Inner Vitality and Outer Beauty
True wellness includes inner vitality and outer beauty. We spoke with Dr. Marisha Chilcott about their wellness approach. Hormone Optimization
Q: Dr. Chilcott, can you explain how hormones affect wellness?
A: Hormone optimization is crucial for maintaining health. Biote is a naturally-derived, science-based formulation for men and women to optimize hormone levels. It restores hormonal balance improving energy levels, mental clarity, and overall vitality.
Weight Loss
Q: How do you approach wellness?
A: We use functional medicine to address hormonal imbalances, metabolic issues, and lifestyle factors. We also combine nutritional guidance with Semaglutide (Skinny Shot) to help patients achieve their healthy weight.
Enhancing Beauty
Q: Let’s talk about beauty! What do you offer?
A: Our services include Injectables, Fillers, Lasers, and more. Sculptra is popular as it stimulates collagen, restores facial volume, and smooths wrinkles for a youthful look. We aim for natural, long-lasting results.
5 Bon Air Rd. Suite 107, Larkspur, CA 415.924.1330
MBS Salon
Best Hair Salon
Experience the luxury of MBS Salon, located downtown in the heart of Mill Valley. Led by Sara Pinckney, MBS Salon excels in Marin County’s Beauty scene. Specializing in chic blondes, vibrant brunettes, and seamless extensions. Established in 2020, MBS offers an unparalleled beauty experience!
34 Sunnyside Avenue, Unit B, Mill Valley, CA 415.895.8778 IG: @manesbysara
Ashley Morgan Designs
Best Jewelry
Experience the excitement of shopping fine jewelry at Ashley Morgan Designs. A Ross-based jewelry designer, Ashley works with you to redesign heirloom jewelry and create custom jewelry pieces that are an homage to your individual style as well as the embodiment of your personal history.
23 Poplar #2, Ross, CA 415.205.6228
Dorman Associates
Best Architects
We at Dorman Associates are thrilled to be recognized in the “Best of the County” section of Marin Magazine. Our dedication to innovative design and sustainable architecture is fueled by the vibrant community we serve. This recognition reflects our commitment to creating spaces that connect with the natural beauty of Marin County and contribute to developing a sense of place here.
Thank you to our clients, partners, and our many friends for your trust and support. We look forward to continuing our journey and building a better, more inspiring environment for everyone. Here’s to many more years of excellence and collaboration!
229 Flamingo Road, Mill Valley, CA 415.380.7914
J. Roland Salon
Best Hair Salon
The team at J. Roland Salon is extremely appreciative of our clients for recognizing our dedication to making them look and feel their very best. Receiving the “Best Hair Salon” in Sausalito is a great experience. We look forward to continuing to bring you the very best in hair.
36 Caledonia Street, Sausalito CA 628.300.2969
North Marin Community Services
Best Community Services
Rooted in the community for 52 years, we provide life-changing services that ensure individuals and families have access to basic needs (food, housing, childcare, and more). We are grateful to our dedicated supporters who share our vision of a strong community with opportunities for all.
680 Wilson Avenue, Novato, CA 415.892.1643
Milvali Salon
Best Hair Salon
Cut and Color. Body waxing.
Hair extensions. Lash extensions. Full Brow Bar. Lash Lifts. Facials.
3 E Blithedale Avenue Mill Valley, CA 415.388.0988
X’Core Modern Pilates Studio
Best Pilates Studio
Located in San Anselmo, X˙CORE Modern Pilates Studio specializes in low- impact, high-intensity slow resistance training. Our expert instructors and cutting-edge equipment guarantee effective workouts suitable for all fitness levels. Discover the power of X ̇CORE by joining our signature 40-minute xBURN or xBURN (basics) class.
21 San Anselmo Avenue, San Anselmo CA [email protected]
Salon Elle
Best Hair Salon
At Salon Elle we listen carefully to clients so you always look your best. Our stylists are like family, and from balayage to the perfect shag haircut we have you covered. Salon Elle carries hair products that are sure to be your next favorite.
647 East Blithedale, Mill Valley, CA 415.381.9291
ExtraFood
Best Food Insecurity
Thank you for voting for ExtraFood!
At ExtraFood, our volunteers and staff drivers rescue excess fresh food from any Bay Area business, school, backyard, or farm and immediately deliver
it to organizations like homeless shelters, food pantries, low income housing, and after school programs. By preventing perfectly good food from going to waste, we not only feed our community but also combat the significant impact that food waste has on our environment.
Hunger. Wasted Food. Climate Change. You can help us fight all three as a food donor, volunteer, or financial supporter.
907 Sir Francis Drake Blvd, Kentfield, CA 415.997.9830 IG: @extrafooddotorg
Bodywise Massage
Best Middle Eastern / Mediterranean
We’re honored to have won Best of Marin! We love serving our community. Experience all 18 of our specialized modalities and become a massage connoisseur.
1435 4th Street, Suite F, San Rafael CA 415.459.6333
Mamahuhu
Best Chinese
Mamahuhu is the Chinese-American food we grew up eating, made with ingredients we’re proud to serve. Mostly organic, but always yummy first. We pick picky ingredients because they taste good, and because we don’t know any other way to do it. Thank you, Marin County!
173 Throckmorton Avenue, Mill Valley, CA 415.888.3266
North Coast Tile and Stone
Best Tile Showroom
North Coast Tile and Stone, Inc. provides a one stop shop for homeowners, builders, contractors, designers and architects.
Here you will find the most comprehensive selection of natural stone and quartz materials available on the market along with a beautiful hand curated selection of indoor and outdoor tiles.
Their well seasoned team of designers is on hand to help homeowners or assist professionals. Installation and fabrication of all stone and tile is done by their in-house team. Your job begins and ends with North Coast Tile and Stone.
Voted Best of County in Sonoma 8 years in a row for Flooring, Countertops and Stone, Kitchen and Bath Remodel. Make the short trip north to see why. They look forward to working with you.
3854 Santa Rosa Avenue, Santa Rosa, CA 707.586.2064
