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.
Paulina Perrault Interiors
Best Kitchen Design
Best kitchen design! We are honored and grateful. As a full-service interior design firm, we work hand-in-hand with our clients to create environments that fit their lifestyle. Wired for relationships, committed to process and masters of detail, we are team players with a practice built upon trust, communication and care.
85 Liberty Ship Way, Suite 112, Sausalito, CA 415.941.5860
Citrine
Best Women’s Clothing
Citrine is a beautifully curated retail boutique and holistic wellness studio, a sanctuary where fashion meets wellness.Our upscale retail boutique showcases women’s clothing, accessories, gifts, and hand-selected natural crystals. At the back of the store, our adjoining fitness studio and Salt Sanctuary offer a diverse collective of teachers and practitioners.
Our mission is to align with our customers’ desire to feel, look, and be beautiful from the inside out.
We believe that beauty is an energy that emanates from many sources, flowing from within and pouring outward. Our philosophy is rooted in the vision to not only dress people in beautiful clothing but also to offer services that nourish, nurture, and cultivate a holistic, healthy lifestyle.
489D Magnolia Avenue, Larkspur, 415.755.4027
Folio
Best Gifts
“Life is better when you’re laughing.” Step inside our shop and be delighted by our laugh out loud greeting cards, stylish gifts and beautiful stationery/ invitations -We have been entertaining customers for 30 years- The highest compliment we receive is that Folio is their happy place!
489C Magnolia Avenue, Larkspur, 415.927.1096
Now Power Yoga
Best Yoga
Thank you, NOW power yoga community! Your support and dedication have helped us win “readers choice” Best of Marin 2024! We are incredibly grateful for your commitment and energy. Together, we have created something truly special. Here’s to many more inspiring moments on and off the mat!
59 Tamal Vista Blvd, Corte Madera, 415.891.3764
Aubree Hill, The Business of Beautiful
Best Haircut / Salon Service
All About GOOD F*CKING HAIR
Powering women’s confidence and honoring beauty through award-winning hair color and extension transformations. We can be so “in our heads” about our hair that we miss out on an entire world. Reveal the woman you know you are meant to be: confident, powerful, and connected.
BEAUTY CANNOT WAIT
At The Business of Beautiful, we exclusively use Great Lengths Extensions, known for being ethical, natural, comfortable, long-lasting, and invisible. Proudly B Corp Certified.I can’t wait to meet you, XOXO Aubree
Mill Valley, 619.241.9266
Zand Dermatology
Best Cosmetic Dermatologist
CONSERVATIVE. SCIENTIFIC. BEAUTIFUL. LOVING. Zand Dermatology is Marin’s leading boutique dermatology practice, specializing in aesthetic, holistic, and medical dermatology. We excel in treating skin cancer, acne, rashes, and performing cosmetic procedures like fillers, liquid facelifts, Botox, Xeomin, Daxxify, and Ultherapy non-surgical facelift lasers. With degrees from Harvard, MIT, Johns Hopkins, and UC Davis, we are natural educators who love to listen to our patients’ concerns and explain all treatment options in depth.
Dr. Zand believes in a ‘less is more’ approach to facial beauty, achieving natural age-appropriate results without an overdone appearance. Our patients comment that our loving providers treat them like family, with honest impactful advice on maximizing beauty through nutrition, hormones, fitness, self-care, and purposeful living.
Oscar-nominated actress Naomi Watts (King Kong, The Impossible) chose our own Dr. Zand as Dermatologist Advisor for her beauty and wellness brand, Stripes. Pictured above, Dr. Zand and Naomi are on a mission to empower and educate women transitioning through menopause to reclaim their beauty and best skin health.
Explore Dr. Zand’s 2023 articles in Forbes, Glamour, Elle, Washington Post, and Women’s Health, and see why Zand Dermatology has earned over 600 five-star reviews. Thank you for awarding us “Best Cosmetic Dermatologist” in 2022 and 2024!
655 Redwood Highway Frontage Road, Suite 246, Mill Valley, 415.301.5000
Nestadu
Best Builders
Proudly based in Mill Valley, Nestadu designs and builds high-quality ADUs, custom homes, and renovations across the Bay Area. With decades of construction expertise, our team seamlessly blends expert craftsmanship withinnovative design. We are dedicated to delivering exceptional quality and ensuring a smooth, stress- free experience from start to finish. Our sincere thanks to Marin County for this esteemed honor. We invite you to contact us today to schedule a free consultation and bring your next home project to life.
100 Shoreline Highway, Mill Valley, 415.429.5599
Japan Auto Repair
Best Auto Repair
We very much appreciate the trust from our Marin County community with the repair of your vehicles. We provide service for everything, from oil changes to engine rebuilding. Our goal every day is to get your car problems fixed, your car serviced, safe, and back on the road asap. From easy to hard to fix problems, we are here to help with any questions you might have, even if you are out of town. Thank you very much for your vote for the Best of Marin County! We do our best and really appreciate the recognition!Thank you, Marin!
48 Front Street, San Rafael, CA, 415.258.9376
Buckeye Roadhouse
Best Steakhouse
Thank you for naming us “Best Steakhouse” in Marin! It’s been our privilege serving Bay Area diners for 30+ years. We hope you join us soon for oysters bingo, a juicy steak, and a classic martini!
15 Shoreline Hwy, Mill Valley, 415.331.2600
Bungalow 44
Best Al Fresco Dining
We are honored to be awarded “Best al Fresco Dining” in Marin! Thanks to all the loyal diners who have supported us over the years. We invite you to come in soon for mouthwatering cocktails, Hamachi Poppers, and our famous Kickin’ Fried Chicken. Here’s to more great food and al fresco fun in the year ahead. Cheers!
44 Miller Aveue, Mill Valley, 415.381.2500
Corner Bar
Best New Restaurant
We’re honored to be voted Marin County’s “Rookie of the Year.” Thanks to all of you who have embraced Corner Bar with open arms and hearts. We’re so proud to be serving Marin County. We hope you come in soon for delicious cocktails, bites, and community camaraderie!
106 Throckmorton Aveue, Mill Valley, 415.888.8001
Poet and/The Bench
Best Jewelry
Discover unique finds from our more than 60 artists. Custom jewelry for bride, groom and special occasions by in-house designer and curator Jeffrey Levin are complemented by thoughtfully curated indy designer collections of jewelry, art and home goods. Curator Bonnie Powers tells the stories that dip into the playful, fierce and sublime.
11 Throckmorton Avenue (at El Paseo Lane), Mill Valley
Madcap
Best Fine Dining
Chef Ron Siegel is owner and operator of this upscale, yet casual dining spot located about 25 minutes north of San Francisco in the small town of San Anselmo in Marin County. Using only the freshest ingredients, Chef Siegel consistently brings out the best in whatever he is preparing. Through his tasting menu, he provides diners with a wonderful experience. Madcap opened in 2017 and we enjoy providing our guests a unique, and intimate experience. We appreciate being voted best fine dining in Marin County. To make reservations, please visit us on exploretock.com/madcapmarin
198 Sir Francis Drake Blvd, San Anselmo, CA 415.453.9898
Stella’s Fine Consignment
Best Consignment / Thrift Shop
Thank you, Marin, for this honor! For over twenty years, Stella’s has been a beloved fixture in San Anselmo. Laura and her sister Anna operated it for thirteen years before Anna opened SeeSaw, a popular kids’ consignment shop down the street, fulfilling a community need and becoming another local favorite.
224 Greenfield Ave, San Anselmo, CA 415.453.6191
Cafe del Soul
Best Vegan/Vegetarian
We love our community, thank you for this honor and your vote for Best of Marin!
We love Marin and we love making great tasting, nutrient rich dishes for everyone to enjoy! Our wraps, rice dishes, salads, soups, quinoa dishes and yes, even our nachos should dance on your taste buds while our smoothies, juices, teas and coffee should practically sing, I feel good!
With online ordering it’s easy to order. With locations in Mill Valley and San Rafael (both just off the 101) we’re easy to get to and if you can’t get out, no worries, we deliver!
415.388.1852 247 Shoreline Highway, Mill Valley, CA 415.457.5400 1408 4th Street, San Rafael, CA
Insalata’s
Best Mediterranean
Insalata’s is honored to be recognized as Best Mediterranean Restaurant in Marin County. Thank you for your continued support of our 28 years serving luscious food and drink.
120 Sir Francis Drake Blvd, San Anselmo, CA 415.457.7700
MarinArts
Best Arts Nonprofit
Let MarinArts guide you to the Arts in Marin. MarinArts.org is an online calendar that makes it easy to discover and participate in creative and cultural events throughout our community, including art, stage, screen, music, literary, and more. Bringing Audiences to the Arts in Marin!
5800 Northgate Mall #250, San Rafael, CA 415.578.3856
Lifehouse Agency
Best Disability Service
Thank you for honoring our 70th Anniversary of providing support services to people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) in our community by voting Lifehouse ‘Best Disability Service’. Your support is vital to ensuring they have the opportunity to lead full lives with dignity, joy and respect. Our organization started as a small parent led effort in 1954 and we are now proud to offer the highest quality and consistent support services to people with I/DD in the Bay Area.
18 Professional Center Parkway, San Rafael, 415.526.5300
Creekside Pizza & Taproom
Best Pizza
Creekside Pizza & Taproom is honored to receive Marin Magazine’s Best Pizza in Marin award year over year. Our commitment to service, welcoming dining experience, premium ingredients, and Creekside’s “wow-factor” pizzas are the hallmarks of our legacy.
Open seven days a week (including all holidays), lunch service begins daily at 11AM with our signature salads, sandwiches, pasta dishes, and Creekside’s iconic gourmet pizzas, plus vegan and gluten free options. Enjoy local wines and our unmatched craft beer taproom selection with over 25 craft breweries on 40 taps.
We invite you to visit San Anselmo for casual shopping, award-winning restaurants, special events, and enjoy our family-friend town here in the Heart of Marin.
638 San Anselmo Avenue, San Anselmo, CA 415.801.3265
Sol Food
Best Latin American
Thank you Marin Magazine readers for the years of continued support and overwhelming loyalty! Our team serves up authentic Puerto Rican comfort food, using fresh ingredients, with vegan and gluten- free options. Visit Sol Food at one of our 3 locations, and enjoy a delicious and SOL satisfying meal.
903 Lincoln Avenue, San Rafael, CA 415.451.4765
401 Miller Avenue, Mill Valley, CA 415.380.1986
151 Petaluma Blvd. South, Petaluma CA 707.347.5998
Playa Mill Valley
Best Mexican
Thank you for naming Playa “Best Mexican Restaurant” in Marin two years in a row! We’ve been proud to serve Marin for over 9 years. We look forward to hosting you soon for tacos, carnitas, ceviche, and our famous Kill Bill Margarita. Let’s keep the fiesta going!
41 Throckmorton Ave, Mill Valley, CA 415.384.8871
Evo Spa
Best Massage
Thank you for voting EVO SPA Best Massage. It is an honor to serve you for the past 20 years! We sincerely appreciate your loyalty and support. ~ The EVO Spa Team
800 Redwood Highway Frontage Road, Suite 216, Mill Valley, CA 415.383.3223
Bare Skin Marin
Best Medspa
Thank you, Marin County, for voting Bare Skin Marin “Best Medspa” and a preferred destination for Cosmetic Dermatology!
Our proprietary approach, the Bare Skin Method, delivers nonsurgical facial enhancements as impactful as they are undetectable – physically and emotionally. As one client recently shared, “it’s changed everything for me— I joined my local gym, improved my eating habits, and am even painting in color.”
If you are ready to invest in your face, but better, text 415-639-4864.
We look forward to meeting you soon!
980 Magnolia Ave, Building 1, Suite 4, Larkspur, 415-639-4864
Fernwood Cemetery and Funeral Home
Best Funeral Home
We at Fernwood are deeply honored by your trust and support. Our vision blends simplicity with a strong commitment to conserving nature. Operating on 37 acres, 75% of which is a certified wildlife habitat, we provide burials, cremations, and beautiful end-of-life services. Thank you for supporting more environmentally sustainable end-of-life practices. Sincerely, Fernwood.
301 Tennessee Valley Road, Mill Valley, 415.329.3466
Sweetwater Music Hall
Best Live Music Venue
Sweetwater Music Hall is the legendary music venue est. in 1972 in Mill Valley. Known for hosting the best in live music across all genres, Sweetwater is a nonprofit arts organization. For more information on tickets, dinner reservations and private events, visit sweetwatermusichall.com.
19 Corte Madera Avenue, Mill Valley
MAS Design
Best Interior Design
Thank you, Marin, for this honor! MAS Design works in a variety of styles, driven by their clients’ personalized goals. They deliver spaces that are fresh, elegant, and approachable, with accessible customer care and expert control over their processes. Featured in Architectural Digest, Elle Decor, and more.
Tiburon, 415.231.0240
10,000 Degrees
Best Education Nonprofit
Thank you, Marin! 10,000 Degrees is unlocking student success at scale by giving more students equitable opportunities for a college education and career success. Founded in Marin in 1981, we’ve worked with 60,000+ Bay Area students from low-income backgrounds, awarding $100M+ in scholarships.
1401 Los Gamos Drive, Suite 205, San Rafael, 415.459.4240
The Baan Thai Cuisine
Best Thai
If Thai food is what you’re craving, look no further than The Baan Thai Cuisine in San Anselmo. This local gem serves up amazing dishes made with love and care. Fresh and seasonal ingredients are used to create a truly unforgettable Thai flavor and an exceptional dining experience. They even won the ‘Best Thai Restaurant in Marin’ award at the Best of the County 2024!
Not only is the food fantastic, but The Baan Thai Cuisine also offers a warm and inviting atmosphere. This place is ideal for both casual lunch and special dinner out. They also care about the environment by using compostable containers for takeout. Head out and experience the taste of Thailand! Don’t miss out their a fantastic special house beer “Tom Yum Beer” and “Tom Kha Beer”
26 San Anselmo Ave, 415.457.9470
Align Chiropractic Studio
Best Chiropractic Studio
Last year we were recognized as one of Marin’s best places for Massage Therapy and Chiropractic.
This year we won Best Chiropractor and were again recognized for our excellent massage therapists. And we owe it all to you. Thank you, Marin County, for voting for us.
Align Chiropractic Studio is female owned and operated. We’ve been in Marin County for over 20 years and experts at Chiropractic and Massage Therapy. “Our mission statement is simple,” says Dr. Reitz, “relax in our modern office where you are the focus. Whether you need to be adjusted, have a deep- tissue session or a session concentrating on stretches, we tailor the visit to what your body needs.”
147 Lomita Drive, Suite B-1, Mill Valley, 415.388.2214
Left Bank Brasserie
Best French Restaurant
Left Bank Brasserie is celebrating our 30th anniversary! Our menu features authentic French cuisine utilizing seasonal and local ingredients, along with an extensive cocktail menu, a wide range of beer options, and an expertly- curated wine selection. Thank you for voting us Best of Marin County!
507 Magnolia Avenue, Larkspur, CA 415.927.3331
Bodyrok North Bay
Best Pilates Studio
BODYROK North Bay has two Marin locations in Corte Madera and Mill Valley, offering high-intensity, low-impact sculpt workouts to tone and redefine
your body and mind in 40 minutes. With heart-pumping music, energetic instructors, and a beautiful studio, muscles will be pushed to the limit.
47 Tamal Vista Blvd Suite E, Corte Madera, CA
459 Miller Avenue, Mill Valley, CA
Mill Valley Swirl
Best Ice Cream / Frozen Yogurt
Organic hand-crafted ice cream made in-store using local Straus Family Dairy products, bringing a unique sense of style and creativity to each flavor with meticulous attention to detail. And don’t forget everyone’s favorite Self-Serve Frozen Yogurt with a 50+ Toppings Bar to create your perfect treat.
We also offer Vegan and Gluten-Free options as well as a No-Sugar-Added frozen yogurt. We’ve got something for everyone: Milkshakes, Root Beer Floats, Chocolate Covered Frozen Bananas and even Puppy Yogurt!
Need a cake?? We got you covered. Our fresh made ice cream cakes are the perfect way to celebrate any occasion. Come by and grab one from our display case or want something special?? Call ahead for a custom order.
Come see our new Hip, Vibrant, Retro Vibe and remember…Ice Cream Solves Everything!
417 Miller Avenue, Mill Valley, CA 415.388.2636
Lifehouse Agency
Best Annual Gala
Great Chefs and Wineries 2024 was a success! It was our first year at our new home at the Festival Pavilion, in Fort Mason. We were able to raise over
$800,000 to ensure people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) will have the opportunity to reach their full potential now and in the future. We want to thank you for voting us ‘Best Annual Gala’. Your support acknowledges the important support services that Lifehouse provides, as well as our community partners that make this amazing event possible. We hope you’ll join the party next year! Save the Date, April 5, 2025!
18 Professional Center Parkway, San Rafael, CA 415.526.5300
