The Best of the Northwest is Right Here in Marana
If you’re looking for your next weekend adventure, delicious meal or family outing—Marana has some of the best spots in town. Don’t just take our word for it—these local businesses were all recently named “Best of the Northwest” by readers of the Marana News and Explorer newspapers.
Here’s a rundown of the winners and readers recommendations for 2024.
Best Place to Escape the Summer Heat
Reader Recommended: Town of Marana splash pads. The coolest place in town on a hot summer day (open seasonally).
Reader Recommended: Elevate Trampoline Park (also the winner of Best Place for a Kids Birthday Party and Best Game and Entertainment Center)
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Best New Business
Winner: Jeremiah's Italian Ice in Marana! In addition to being a great new business in the community, Jeremiah's is the perfect place to grab a treat after a hike or a summer day!
Reader Recommended: The Pasta Shop! This local spot is a crowd-pleaser and even the pickiest kiddos will find something on the menu!
![Jeremiahs ice, ice cream, and gelati on display in Marana, Arizona](https://marana.imgix.net/images/jeremiahs_ice_ice_cream_and_gelati_from_website_-_resized_2023-10-19-195008_qtlt.jpg?auto=compress%2Cformat&fit=max&position=50%2050&q=80&w=320&s=fb3edf28f2dc0d2695cf8d7818fb63db 320w, https://marana.imgix.net/images/jeremiahs_ice_ice_cream_and_gelati_from_website_-_resized_2023-10-19-195008_qtlt.jpg?auto=compress%2Cformat&fit=max&position=50%2050&q=80&w=540&s=f6df13653d6018b3acf18577e98c36cd 540w, https://marana.imgix.net/images/jeremiahs_ice_ice_cream_and_gelati_from_website_-_resized_2023-10-19-195008_qtlt.jpg?auto=compress%2Cformat&fit=max&position=50%2050&q=80&w=768&s=95d3da29cc3e0c3da635570b83b93fdd 768w, https://marana.imgix.net/images/jeremiahs_ice_ice_cream_and_gelati_from_website_-_resized_2023-10-19-195008_qtlt.jpg?auto=compress%2Cformat&fit=max&position=50%2050&q=80&w=1024&s=7f138e688edaa369f22436f45c0c7d53 1024w, https://marana.imgix.net/images/jeremiahs_ice_ice_cream_and_gelati_from_website_-_resized_2023-10-19-195008_qtlt.jpg?auto=compress%2Cformat&fit=max&position=50%2050&q=80&w=1200&s=264f9e233564ac1b0a3d0410de6f2039 1200w, https://marana.imgix.net/images/jeremiahs_ice_ice_cream_and_gelati_from_website_-_resized_2023-10-19-195008_qtlt.jpg?auto=compress%2Cformat&fit=max&position=50%2050&q=80&w=1440&s=8b54ac877f12610aa494b9a201bb53b8 1440w, https://marana.imgix.net/images/jeremiahs_ice_ice_cream_and_gelati_from_website_-_resized_2023-10-19-195008_qtlt.jpg?auto=compress%2Cformat&fit=max&position=50%2050&q=80&w=1920&s=cc30d4ac6f675cc837b77d186fbf7c00 1920w)
Best Place to Grab a Cocktail
Winner: Grumpy's Grill
Reader Recommended: Dominick's Real Italian (also the Reader Recommended for Best Happy Hour!)
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Best Barbecue
Winner: Li’l Abners—a Marana legacy and a great place to take your out of town visitors to experience an old west steak house.
Reader Recommended: Barnfire Mesquite Grill
Best Restaurant Delivery
Winner: Baggins at Arizona Pavilions
Reader Recommended: Twin Peaks Pizzeria
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Best Breakfast
Winner: Bisbee Breakfast Club on Sandario (two years in a row!)
Reader Recommended: Catalina Café and Grumpy's Grill
Best Indian Food
Winner: Persian Room
Reader Recommended: Spice Garden Indian Cuisin
Best Marana Restaurant:
Winner: Nana’s Kitchen (also our Taste of Marana winner for 2023!)
Reader Recommended: Grumpy's Grill and Dominick's Real Italian (Dominick's also won Best Pizza AND Best Italian Food!)
Best Beer on Tap
Reader Recommended: Dove Mountain Brewery and Grumpy's Grill
Best Asian Food
Winner: Asian Spice Restaurant
Reader Recommended: Sushi Cortaro (also winner for Best Sushi!)
Best Hotel/Resort
Reader Recommended: The Ritz-Carlton Dove Mountain the jewel of Marana is both a 5 Star Hotel AND spa!
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Best Movie Theater
Winner: Harkins Theatres at Arizona Pavilions Drive (second year in a row!)
Best Mom and Pop Business
Winner: Donut Wheel on Ina Road is another Marana legacy stop. They've been serving up fresh donuts for decades! They even have a drive-thru to get your donut fix on the go. (Also Reader Recommended for Best Bakery!)
Reader Recommended: Grumpy's Grill and Dominick's Real Italian
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Best Park
Winner: Tangerine Sky Park—another Town of Marana gem wins for the second year in a row!
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