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MORE THAN 500 LOCAL FAVORITES

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DECEMBER 19, 2010

WINNERS SECTION16TH ANNUAL EDITION


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INDEX

AUTOMOTIVE

4 Auto body work4 Auto parts4 Auto window tinting4 Boats4 Tires4 Campers4 RV/motor homes

4 Transmission services4 Oil changes4 Vehicle repair5 Trucking equipment5 Vehicle servicing5 Vehicle wash/detail5 Wrecker service

ENTERTAINMENT

5 Bingo5 Local tourist attraction5 Dancing5 Live music

5 Local hotel8 Golf8 Local band8 Sports bar8 Pool/billiards

FINANCING

8 Banking8 Financial planning/investment advice8 Check cashing8 Credit union8 Insurance8 Tax service

FOOD

9 Baked goods9 Catering services9 Convenience store9 Cookies9 Grocery9 Meat market9 Produce/fruits & vegetables11 Seafood market

HEALTH/FITNESS

11 Aerobic/exercise class11 Childrens health clinic11 Chiropractic care11 Health club/gym11 Home health care11 Hearing aids11 Hospice care11 Hospital11 Martial arts lessons14 Laser/medical spa14 Massage therapy14 Medical supplies14 Minor emergency care

14 Ophthalmologist/optometrist care14 Physical therapy14 Radiology services14 Rehabilitation services14 Retirement home/assisted living14 Weight loss program

HOME

16 Apartment condo complex16 Carpet cleaning

16 Concrete & wood sealing16 Electricity provider16 Environmental/green products/

services16 Fence building/repairs16 Foundation repairs16 Heating/air conditioning17 Glass installation/repairs17 Home building

17 Interior designing17 Moving company17 Lighting17 Mortgage lending20 Pest control20 Plant nursery20 Plumbing20 Real estate agency20 Self storage facility20 Spa/swimming pool installation/

repair20 Title company20 Window (covering/hurricane)

MEDIA

21 Caller-Times writer21 Local cable provider21 Local radio station21 Local sportscaster21 Local talk show host21 Local TV anchor21 Local TV station21 Meteorologist/weathercaster21 Radio personality

PETS

21 Pet store & supplies22 Pet services22 Veterinarian

RESTAURANTS

22 Asian food22 Breakfast22 Breakfast tacos22 Bar & grill22 Barbecue22 Buffet Dining22 Chicken27 Happy hour

27 Fine dining27 Catfish27 Chicken-fried steak27 Beer selection27 Coffee27 Dessert27 Doughnuts27 Fajitas28 Lunch28 Salad bar28 French fries28 Hamburger28 Hot dogs

28 Ice cream28 Italian food28 Margarita28 Mexican food29 Seafood29 Fruit cups29 New restaurant29 Pizza29 Sandwiches29 Sushi

29 Smoothies

29 Steaks

29 Wine selections

29 Wings

RETAIL

32 Appliances

32 Arts & crafts

32 Antiques33 Athletic apparel

33 Audio/video equipment

33 Carpet/tile

33 CDs

35 Clothing

35 Consignment store

35 Computers

35 Cosmetics

35 Electronics

35 Eyewear

36 Fitness equipment

36 Building materials36 Floral arrangements

37 Golf equipment/supplies

37 Pharmacy/drug store

37 Office supplies

37 Shoes

38 Bridal gowns/accessories

38 Formal wear

38 Furniture

38 Sporting goods

38 Gift shop

38Hardware supplies

38 Jewelry

38 Mattresses

38 Musical instruments

38 Pawn shop

SERVICES

41 Adult day care

41 Business/office equipment

41 Child day care

41 Computer repair

41 Equipment rental

41 Favorite elementary school41 Favorite middle/junior high

41 Favorite high school

41 Funeral home

41 Hair coloring

41 Hair extensions

42 Dry cleaning

42 Tanning salon

42 Key/Lock Services

44 Mailing services

44 Shoe repair

44 Haircuts

44 Nail salon44 Photo processing

45 Taxi service

45 Portrait/photography

45 Sign making

45 Motorcycle sales/service

45 Travel agency

45 Watch repair

45 Wireless phone service

Thank you or your votes! Another year haspassed and the votes have been counted. Aterweeks o sorting, counting and veriying thousandso ballots in 183 categories, the 16th annual readerspoll is complete.

Readers hadtwo ways to voteor their avoritebusinesses in 2010.Ballots were avail-able at the Caller-Times Best othe Best Show-case in Octoberat the AmericanBank Center andthrough ballots

placed in three is-sues o the Caller-Times in late Sep-tember and earlyOctober.

The top voterecipient in eachc a t e g o r y h a sbeen selected asthe Caller-Times Best o the Best No. 1 andthe next highest vote-getters have been namedReaders Choice and are listed in alphabeticalorder.

We have added some new categories andeliminated some that d id not get enough voterattention. Remember, the Best o the Best win-ners are selected by our readers, not by the stafo the Caller-Times.

We are always looking or new and excitingcategories to add in next years contest.

We continue to take the necessary steps todisqualiy ballot stu ng by businesses that tryto win a particular category unairly. It is impor-tant to remember that this is a reader un con-test. It does not have any bearing on the success

o a business, nor does it have any endorsementby the Caller-Times. These are businesses thatreaders have chosen, and the results are final.This is a readers poll or entertainment valueand nothing else.

This section contains all the names o win-ners in each category. We encourage you to sup-port ALL businesses in the Corpus Christi area,not just the winners in this section.

We thank you or your votes and your contin-ued support o this annual poll.

Readerspick theirfavoritebusinesses

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AUTOMOTIVE


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AUTOMOTIVE

AUTO BODY WORK

American CollisionRepair Center Address: 3043 S. Padre Island Drive Phone: 814-4560

hy do you think readers votedor you to be the best?

ith more than six years of beingin business most of your readershave experienced our serviceseither directly or indirectly throughomeone they know. Our convenient

location and hours of operation toinclude Saturdays is appealingo most people and fits their busychedules.

Readers Choice: Champion Auto-motive, Maaco, Texas Collision Repair

AUTO PARTS

OReilly Auto PartsReaders Choice: Auto Zone, Cham-pion Automotive, Pep Boys

AUTO WINDOW TINTING

Far Beyond Tint & Alarm

Readers Choice: Mo Tint, SafeliteAuto Glass, Z Tech Auto Rustproofing

BOATS

Gunderland Boatland Address: 917 S. Staples St. Phone: 881-8982


e provide quality service andtraight-forward answers.

Readers Choice: Huff Marine,Majek Boat Works, Ronnies Marine

TIRES

Discount Tire Co. Address: 4040 S. Padre Island Drive Phone: 857-8090Website: www.Tires.com


Because we offer low prices andmore choices and our trusted expertsprovide unexpected experiences withcan-do attitude.

Readers Choice: Delta Tire &heel, Firestone Tire & Service Cen-

ers, Truckers World

CAMPERS

CCRV Address: 8045 State Highway 37 Phone: 289-5400Website: www.ccrv.net

Why do you think readers voted for you to be the best?Customer service! That is the reason CCRV is voted Caller-Times Best of the Bestyear after year. CCRV still believes to not only meet our customers expectationsbut to exceed them. Because of that belief CCRV now has a new bigger, betterlocation to serve out customers at 8045 State Highway 37 and Suntide Road.

Readers Choice: CC Camper Corner, Camper Clinic, Pleasureland RV &Campers

RV/MOTOR HOMES

CCRV Address: 8045 State Highway 37

Phone: 289-5400Website: www.ccrv.net

Why do you think readers voted for you to be the best?Customer service! That is the reason CCRV is voted Caller-Times Best of the Bestyear after year. CCRV still believes to not only meet our customers expectationsbut to exceed them. Because of that belief CCRV now has a new bigger, betterlocation to serve out customers at 8045 State Highway 37 and Suntide Road.

Readers Choice: Bishop Mobile Center, Colonia Del Rey RV Sales, Del AirCompany & RV

TRANSMISSION SERVICES

Greatstate Transmissions Address: 3487 S. Padre Island Drive Phone: 855-4637Website: www.Greatstatetransmissions.com

Why do you think readers voted for you to be the best?We want to thank our customers for choosing Greatstate Transmissions

Caller-Times Best of the Best again. We believe we have won year after yearbecause we run an honest business and our customers know this and refereveryone they know that has a transmission problem.

Readers Choice: AAMCO Transmissions, Champion Automotive, Fast KatAutomotive

PAUL IVERSON/SPECIAL TO THE CALLER-TIMES

CCRV won No. 1 for RV/motor homes and campers categories.


Champion Automotive has 11 locations in South Texas. Pictured aboveare Jeff Kolls, customer relations manager, Todd Wison, parts andservice director, and Robbie OQuinn, assistant service manager forChampion Toyota. The company won in the oil changes, and vehiclerepair categories.

OIL CHANGES

Champion Automotive GroupMultiple locationsWebsite: www.championcorpuschristi.com

Why do you think readers voted for you to be the best?

Convenience is our commitment to you. With 11 Champion locations, alloffering convenient service hours, we ensure your experience in any of ourservice drives will be a pleasan t one. Quick, quality service wi th a smile isour signature.

Readers Choice: Firestone Tire & Service Centers, Fast Kat Automotive,Minit Man 10 Minit Oil Change

VEHICLE REPAIRS

Champion Automotive GroupMultiple locations

Website: www.championcorpuschristi.com

Why do you think readers voted for you to be the best?Convenience is our commitment to you. With 11 Champion locations, alloffering convenient service hours, we ensure your experience in any of ourservice drives will be a pleasan t one. Quick, quality service wi th a smile isour signature.

Readers Choice: Fast Kat Automotive, Firestone Tire & Service Centers,Romays Auto Service


AUTOMOTIVE/ENTERTAINMENT


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LOCAL TOURIST ATTRACTION

USS Lexington Museumon the Bay Address: 2914 N.Shoreline Blvd. Phone: 888-4873Website: www.usslexington.com

Why do you think readers voted for you tobe the best?Lexington offers family fun for the best price intown. From airplanes and big guns to walkingthe plank and enjoying a film in the MEGA The-ater we have something for everyone. Theresalways a new adventure.Readers Choice: South Texas Botanical Gar-dens & Nature Center, Selena Memorial, TexasState Aquarium

DANCING

The Dance Studio Address: 5925 Patton St. Phone: 851-9694Website: dancestudio73.com

Why do you think readers voted for you to

be the best?For 37 years Sandra Jones and The Dance Studiohas brought the joy of dancing to students fromage 3 to adult. Dance is controlled structuredmovement that builds strength, discipline andconfidence of mind, body and soul. Studentsperform in annual fast paced, high energyBroadway style shows.

Readers Choice: Ropers, Tejanoville, WhiskeyRiver

TRUCKING EQUIPMENT

Truckers World Address: 5721 Ayers St., Suite C Phone: 225-2215Website: www.truckersworldllc.com

Why do you think readers voted for you to be the best?Truckers World LLC was selected Caller-Times Best of The Best because

we take care of our customers, giving them the best quality product andservice with competitive pricing. We strive to exceed the customersexpectations and be better than the rest and offer the latest in automo-tive accessories.

Readers Choice: Dash Truck & Equipment Sales, South Texas 4x4Truck Accessories, Truckers Equipment, Inc.

VEHICLE SERVICING

Fast Kat Automotive Address: 9825 S. Padre Island Drive Phone: 937-5115

Why do you think readers voted for you to be the best?Constant training, accurate diagnosis, the latest equipment and infor-mation, superior customer service and a pride of workmanship attitudeunmatched by any are the keys to gaining our customers trust, loyaltyand votes for Best of the Best.

Readers Choice: Champion Automotive, Eddie Yaklin Ford, Z-TechAuto Rust Proofing

VEHICLE WASH/DETAILING

Carisma WashMultiple locations

Why do you think readers voted for you to be the best?Our company prides itself in customer service. From start to finish, ourprofessional staff guarantees each customer personal attention to not onlythem but their vehicle. We offer a variety of package deals to fit anyonesbudget. We are pleased to offer a free service wash with every oil change.

Readers Choice: Fancy Pants, Ricks Detailing, VIP Car Wash

WRECKER SERVICE

Texas Wrecker Address: 621 Mohawk St. Phone: 883-3948Website: www.TexasWreckerCC.com

Why do you think readers voted for you to be the best?Texas Wrecker has been providing towing services for more than 45years. Texas Wrecker is the most established towing company in thecity. We tow 18-wheelers, cars, boats & boat trailers and equipment andmuch, much more.Readers Choice: Apollo Towing Service, Easy Rider Wrecker Service,Statewide Wrecker Service

BINGO

El Mercado Bingo Halls Address: 6046 Ayers St. Phone: 851-0505

hy do you think readers voted for you to be the best?Because we provide a service that treats our customers like family.

Readers Choice: All Saints Bingo, Saratoga Bingo, Weber Bingo


Employees Iris Garcia, Liz Boyd, Lt. Lex (Rocco Montes ano), Cynthia Garcia and Debbie Crites on the flight deckof the USS Lexington Museum on the Bay, which is the winner of the local tourist attraction category.

LIVE MUSIC

Brewster Street Icehouse Address: 1724 N. Tancahua (across from Whataburger Field) Phone: 884-2739Website: www.BrewsterStreet.net

Why do you think readers voted for you to be the best?Brewsters offers an open and intimate setting for some of the bestlive music in the state of Texas. Family friendly, a show at BrewsterStreet is more than just a concert, its an event. With delicious food,friendly service and a fun atmosphere, we are the bes t place in townto see a show.

Readers Choice: American Bank Center, Concrete Street Amphithe-ater, House of Rock

LOCAL HOTEL

Omni Hotels Address: 900 North Shoreline Blvd. Phone: 887-1600Website: www.omnihotels.com

Why do you think readers voted for you to be the best?Known for its award-winning, perso nalized service, Omni leaves alasting impression with every customer interac tion, with a height-

ened level of recognition and rewards delivered through its SelectGuest loyalty program and the companys Power of One associateempowerment program. The brand is frequently reco gnized by topconsumer research organizations such as J.D. Power and Associates,which ranked Omni as Highest in Guest Satisfaction Among UpscaleHotel Chains in its 2010 North America Hotel Guest SatisfactionIndex Study.

Readers Choice: Holiday Inn - Emerald Beach, Holiday Inn-SunspreeResort, La Quinta Inn & Suites


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BANKING

American Bank Address: 800 N. Shoreline Blvd., Suite 100 South Phone: 653-5006Website: www.americanbank.comWhy do you think readers voted for you to be the best?At American Bank, our philosophy is simple: build personal relationships with customers, delight them with our Yes,we can service and provide a full range of up-to-date products and services to meet their financial needs and goals.We believe our customers are the best, and we want the best for them. By getting to know them and what makes theirfinancial needs unique, were better prepared to find the solution thats the best fit. Its not unusual to find our bankersmeeting with customers wherever and whenever its most convenient for the customer. And customers know they have

the convenience of a wide range of electronic services yet theres always a person to talk to, when they need it. As oneof our customers recently said: Banking with American Bank will change your life. Thats a huge statement to live upto, but we give it our best every single day.

Readers Choice: First Community Bank, IBC Bank, Prosperity Bank

FINANCIAL PLANNING/INVESTMENT ADVICE

American Bank Address: 800 N. Shoreline Blvd., Suite 100 South Phone: 653-5006Website: www.americanbank.com

Why do you think readers voted for you to be the best?At American Bank, our goal is to help customers achieve their dreams. Financial planning and making investments arecritical elements in achieving home ownership, a comfortable retirement, growing a successful business and manyother facets of life. By really getting to know our customers, were better prepared to offer them the right financialproducts and services to help them achieve their goals. With a wide range of products and experienced professionals,we help our customers create investment plans that meet their growth objectives. Plus our customers know that werebuilt on conservative, traditional community banking principles. American Bank is strong and stable, and with morethan 40 years in the Corpus Christi area, they can count on us being here for them as their financial plans and invest-ment needs change.

Readers Choice: Merrill Lynch, Waddell & Reed, Wells Fargo Advisors, LLC


Al Jones (above) is the chief executive officer of American Bank, which won in best bank and financial plan-ning/investment advice this year.

CHECK CASHING

First Community BankReaders Choice: Ace Cash Express,Cash & Go, Money Box

CREDIT UNION

NavyArmy FederalCredit Union Address: 5725 Spohn Phone: 986-4500Website: www.navyarmyfcu.com

Why do you think readers votedfor you to be the best?NavyArmy has a long history in thiscommunity more than 55 years. Wehave more than 80,000 members whodepend on us for their financial needs

every day. We offer all consumerfinancial products and services withexceptional service, outstandingrates and low fees. Thank you for thisrecognition.

Readers Choice: Coastal Communi-ty and Teachers Credit Union, Home-port Federal Credit Union, MembersFirst Credit Union

INSURANCE

State FarmMultiple locations, agentsWhy do you think readers votedfor you to be the best?First, wed like to thank the CorpusChristi Caller-Times readers for thistremendous honor. We take specialpride in being recognized directly by thecommunities we serve. At State Farm,our mission is to help people manage therisks of everyday life, recover from theunexpected, and realize their dreams.Our agents and employees make it theirbusiness to be like a good neighborto the citizens of Corpus Christi. Webring diverse talents and experiencesto our work of serving the State Farmcustomer and the community at large.Our success is built on a foundationof shared values quality service andrelationships, mutual trust, integrityand financial strength. In the future, ourcustomers needs will continue to deter-mine our path. Our values will continueto guide us.

Readers Choice: Borden Insurance,Farmers Insurance, ProgressiveInsurance

TAX SERVICES

H & R BlockReaders Choice: Imboc IncomeTax & Accounting Services, JacksonHewitt Tax Service, Neal Tax Services

GOLF

Corpus ChristiCountry ClubReaders Choice: Gabe Lozano Sr.Golf Course, Oso Golf Course, PadreIsland Country Club

LOCAL BAND

Southern Scarred Address: 542 West Richard,

Kingsville Phone: 361-455-8422Website: w ww.facebook.com/

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hy do you think readers votedor you to be the best?outhern Scarred Band is a local,

hard working band who believes in

he music we play. Our fans witnessour genuine love of music at everyhow. Recruiting new fans, and keep-

ing those faithful ones, is what makesour band a success. Young, old, andeveryone in between will have a blastat our shows.

Readers Choice: Latin Talk, ReelyRotnz, Scarecrow People

SPORTS BAR

Big Sams Grill & Bar Address: 10514 C Leopard St. Phone: 241-1234Website: www.bigsamsgrill.com


Big Sams Grill & Bar is not only thelargest sports bar and grill in Southexas, it has something for every-

body. Besides our great menu, wehave arcades, pool tables, a full barand 55 TVs including seven 120-inchbig screens so you can catch all thebig games and UFC events.

Readers Choice: Codys Sports Bar,ack Ashs Drinkery, Rack Daddys

POOL/BILLIARDS

Paradise Pool &Billiards Address: 5141 Oakhurst Drive Phone: 852-9252

hy do you think readers voted

or you to be the best?s one of the best upscale billiard roomsin the country, we are pleased to beoted No. 1. Our staff is eager to make

certain all customers get the most fromevery visit. The staff is the very best.

isit our new 1,100-square-foot outdoorpatio and chill out. Great food, drinks,pool, sports, karaoke and parties.

Readers Choice: Rack Daddys,Rascals, Theos Billiard Saloon


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NORTHWEST

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PORTLAND

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FOOD

BAKED GOODS

H-E-BMultiple locationsWebsite: www.heb.com

hy do you think readers votedor you to be the best?our readers chose H-E-B No. 1for

Baked Goods because of our fresh

breads, pastries, cakes, cookies,and the ability to create personal-ized baked goods for our customerspecial events and occasions. The

quality, taste and price of our bakedgoods is what keeps our customerscoming back for more.

Readers Choice: Janets Cakery,La Michoacana Bakery, My FavoriteMuffin

CATERING SERVICES

Centerplate atAmerican Bank Center Address: 1901 N. Shoreline Blvd. Phone: 826-4738Website: www.centerplate.com


e are one of the largest hospital-ity companies in the world and arededicated to delivering Craveable

experiences with raveable results.e attribute our success in Corpus

Christi to unwavering client satisfac-ion. We go beyond client promiseso provide extraordinary guest expe-

riences.

Readers Choice: H-E-B. SalinasCatering, Inc., Water St. Banquet

ervices

GEORGE TULEY/SPECIAL TO THE CALLER-TIMES

The produce departmentat the H-E-B plus! on Sara-toga Boulevard


The Stripes store at Interstate 37and Water Street.

GROCERY


Why do you think readers voted for you to be the best?H-E-B is well known for our Meal Deals, Combo Locos and low prices. We workhard to bring low prices to the community, while offering the largest assort-ment of grocery items in the Coastal Bend. A strong commitment to offerquality items at great prices is at the heart of our grocery department.

Readers Choice: Sun Harvest Farms, Walgreen Drug Stores, Wal-Mart

MEAT MARKET

H-E-BMultiple locations

Website: www.heb.com

Why do you think readers voted for you to be the best?The H-E-B meat market has a wonderful selection of high quality, hand-cutmeats. Our meat market managers ensure that our customers get only thebest quality meat, and H-E-B keeps the prices low so our customers and theirfamilies can enjoy steaks, chicken and many other great selections.

Readers Choice: Moodys Quality Meats, Robstown Meat Market & Cater-ing, Inc., Staples Street Market & Diner

COOKIES

Janets Cakery Address: 5880 Everhart Road Phone: 991-6212Website: www.janetscakery.com

Why do you think readers voted for you to be the best?Janets Cakery has a large selection of yummy cookies & desserts, as well ascakes, pies and pastries.

Readers Choice: H-E-B, Starbucks Coffee, Yolandas Specialty Cakes

CONVENIENCE STORE

StripesMultiple locationsWebsite: www.susser.com

Readers Choice: SnappysFoods, Times Market, ValeroCorner Store

PRODUCE/FRUITS & VEGETABLES


Why do you think readers voted for youto be the best?H-E-B has the largest selection of the fresh-est, juiciest and tastiest fruits and vegeta-bles in the Coastal Bend. Our large selectionand our organic options ensure that we havesomething for everyone, and our ability tobuy from local growers helps us keep ourprices low and our quality high.

Readers Choice: CC Produce Company,Inc., Fruit King, Sun Harvest Farms


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Our fish market is brimming with thereshest shrimp, fish, and shellfishrom the Texas coast and around theorld. Our stores receive fresh deliv-

eries seven days a week to offer ourcustomers the quality they deserve.

e even have a dedicated fleet ofhrimp boats that bring fresh catcheso H-E-B.

Readers Choice: Morgan Streeteafood Market, L-Head Seafood &

Bait, Staples Street Market & Diner

AEROBIC/EXERCISE CLASS

Corpus ChristiAthletic Club Address: 2101 Airline Road Phone: 992-7100Website: www.ccathleticclub.com


Corpus Christi Athletic Club was

chosen Best of the Best Aerobicsor several reasons . We haveun, energetic and compassion-

ate instructors that cater to ourmembers needs. We offer over 115classes a week, with more than

0 different varieties. Without adoubt, we have a class to fit every-ones style.

Readers Choice: Bay Area AthleticClub, Golds Gym, YWCA

CHILDRENS HEALTH CLINIC

The ChildrensHealth Clinic Address: 3435 S. Alameda St. Phone: 855-7346Website: www.thechildrensclinic.com


he Childrens Clinic has served thecommunity for more than 50 years.Our experienced and dedicated teamof doctors, nurses and staff are com-mitted to providing the best medi-cal care possible to t he children of

outh Texas.

Readers Choice: ABC Pediatrics,Driscoll Childrens Urgent Care, Pedi-atric Clinic of South Texas

CHIROPRACTIC CARE

Beacon Chiropractic Clinic Address: 9450 S. Padre Island Drive, Suite 5 Phone: 937-9550

Why do you think readers voted for you to be the best?Weve been here five years, and this is our third straight Best of the Best.Our patients benefit from our dedication to constant training on current top-

ics. They appreciate being listened to and understood. Our practice serves abroad range from family wellness to personal injury expertise.

Readers Choice: Corpus Christi Chiropractic Associates, John Dulak Chiro-practic, Santa Fe Chiropractic

HEARING AIDS

A&B Hearing Aid & Audiology Center Address: 1570 La Palmera Mall Phone: 993-5093Website: www.abhearingaid.com

Why do you think readers votedfor you to be the best?Our professional staff provides ourpatients with the very best hearingcare services available. We providethe latest technology and best qual-ity hearing aids at affordable prices.Our goal is to give our patients betterhearing. We have been providing bet-ter hearing to Corpus Christi for morethan 26 years.

Readers Choice: Beltone HearingCenter, Hear Again Hearing, HearingAid Company of Texas

HOSPICE CARE

VistaCare Address: 4320 S. Padre Island Drive Phone: 854-1540Website: www.vistacare.com

Why do you think readers voted for you to be the best?

VistaCare Hospice is a leading provider of hospice care services. Big hearts.Better care. The passion of the interdisciplinary team providing hospice careare the driving force behind VistaCares ability to sustain it s reputation as ahospice of choice for our patients and their family.

Readers Choice: Angel Bright Home Health, Inc., Christus Spohn Hospice,Legacy Home Health, Inc.

HOSPITAL

Christus Spohn HospitalMultiple locationsWebsite: www.christusspohn.org

Why do you think readers voted for you to be the best?The reason readers voted Christus Spohn Hospital Best of the Best is becauseof our associates, volunteers and physicians. Without their talent and commit-ment to our mission to extend the healing ministry of Jesus Christ, our work incaring for the people of the Coastal Bend wouldnt be possible.

Readers Choice: Corpus Christi Medical Center, Driscoll Childrens Hospital,Padre Behavorial Health Hospital

MARTIAL ARTS LESSONS

Kicks Family Martial Arts Address: 4730 Schanen Blvd.

Phone: 857-5425Website: www.kickstkd.com

Why do you think readers voted for you to be the best?Since 1980, Kicks has been a nationally recognized and awarded Martial ArtsAcademy in Corpus Christi. We are proud of all our outstanding students andfamily. Thank you for voting Kicks Best of the Best over the past 15 years.Come visit Kicks and see why were the best.

Readers Choice: Arts of Defense, Chois Tae Kwan Do, Weapons at HandMartial Arts Academy


Margo Vice, a personal trainer, helps Debbie ODonnell, an employee,with one of the machines at the Corpus Christi Athletic Club, winner ofBest of the Best for best health club/gym.

HEALTH CLUB/GYM

Corpus Christi Athletic Club Address: 2101 Airline Road Phone: 992-7100Website: www.ccathleticclub.com

Why do you think readers voted for you to be the best?The Corpus Christi Athletic Club caters to all fitness levels. We have programsfor tots to seniors. We specialize in customer service, trying to make eachmembers experience with our club a fun and comfortable one. Our membersare our family and we treat them as such.

Readers Choice: Freedom Fitness, Snap Fitness, YMCA

HOME HEALTH CARE

USA Uresti Senior Assistance Address: 5959 S. Staples St., Suite 204 Phone: 985-1700

Website: www.urestiseniorassistance.com

Why do you think readers voted for you to be the best?The Corpus Christi readers picked our business for the Best of the Bestbecause our employees provide quality health care in the comfort of thepatients home. Besides the excellent health care the employees of UrestiSenior Assistance provide, we also stress the importance of patient satistfac-tion.

Readers Choice: Legacy Home Health, Inc., Santa Fe Home Health Care,VistaCare


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Dugan Eye Institute Address: 1333 Third St., Suite 100 Phone: 884-8878

Why do you think readers voted for you to be the best?Our doctors and staff strive to provide our patients the latest high-tech eyehealth care in a compassionate and personalized manner. At Dugan Eye Insti-tute we specialize in cataract, Lasik, and laser surgery as well as treatingpatients with diabetes and glaucoma. Thank you for voting us Best of the Bestfor the last 10 years.

Readers Choice: Dr. Aynn Upton, Drs. McIntyre, Garza, Avila & Jurica, Dr.Diane Nhan


Dr. John Dugan (right) with employees Martin Munoz and VeronicaRosales at the Dugan Eye Institute, which won Best of the Best in theopthamologist/optometrist care category.

MASSAGE THERAPY

The WoodhouseDay Spa Address: 6000 S. Staples St., Suite 410 Phone: 985-8488Website: www.corpus.

woodhousespas.com

hy do you think readers votedor you to be the best?e exceed our guests expectations at

he Woodhouse Day Spa, and love pam-pering each and every guest that visitshe spa. Our caring staff truly loveshat they do for the guests. It gives us

all a sense of accomplishment when ourguests leave relaxed and stress free.

Readers Choice: Anthonys Avedaalon Day Spa, Corpus Christi Ath-

letic Club, Salon Salon

MEDICAL SUPPLIES

Medical RehabSupply, Inc. Address: 1701 S. Staples St. Phone: 887-1877Website: www.CorpusChristi

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Medical Rehab Supply stands out notonly for our unmatched customerervice but also because we respondo our customers needs. We have an

expanded showroom where productsare displayed and demonstrated socustomers have the opportunity toouch and try out items before they

purchase them.

Readers Choice: Alameda Medicalupply & Uniforms, Hope Medicalupply, South Texas Medical Supply

MINOR EMERGENCY CARE

Bay Area Quick Care Address: 9929 S. Padre IslandDrive, No. 109 Phone: 937-2121Website: www.bayareaquickcare.com

hy do you think readers votedor you to be the best?t Bay Area Quick Care, we work

diligently to provide our patients withaffordable, accessible and high qualityhealth care. Our clinic is open extendedhours, including weekends, so ourpatients wont have to take time from

ork to be seen by a health care pro-ider. Thank you for voting us No. 1.

Readers Choice: Bayside MedicalCenters, Calallen Minor EmergencyCenter, The Doctors Center

LASER/MEDICAL SPA

A Better You Cosmetic Surgery Center Address: 1102 Ocean Drive Phone: 881-9999Website: www.tolookgreat.com

Why do you think readersvoted for you to be the best?We love what we do each day andwe take pride in helping peoplefeel and look better. We striveto provide the highest quality ofservice. Dr. Herve Gentile also waselected by his peers for inclusionin the Best Doctors in America for2009-2010 in the subspecialty ofBody Cosmetic Surgery.

Readers Choice: Body ConceptsMedical Laser & Skin Care, DesireLaser & Medical Spa, Future FocusFamily Medicine & Medical Spa

REHABILITATION SERVICES

Padre Behavioral Hospital Address: 6629 Wooldridge Road Phone: 986-9444

Website: www.padrehospital.com

Why do you think readers voted for you to be the best?Padre is committed to excellence in patient care. We have a passion forimproving peoples lives one day at a time. We feel our patients and familiesknow we are dedicated to the education, prevention and treatment of addic-tive and behavioral disorders. We define the problem and find a solution.

Readers Choice: Cimarron Place Health & Rehab, Corpus Christi Nursing &Rehabilitation Center, Mental Health & Mental Retardation Center of NuecesCounty (MHMR)

RETIREMENT HOME/ASSISTED LIVING

Esplanade Assisted Living Address: 5813 Esplanade Drive Phone: 991-9600Website: www.esperanzaseniorliving.com

Why do you think readers voted for you to be the best?We pride ourselves on delivering a higher class of care. We realize that each ofus are unique; this uniqueness is what gives Esplanade its own style and senseof family. Our passionate employees are committed to serving each resident inthe comfort, safety and security of our community, their home.

Readers Choice: Corpus Christi Nursing & Rehabilitation Center, GardenEstates, Trinity Towers

WEIGHT LOSS PROGRAM

Thin & Healthy Total SolutionsReaders Choice: Jenny Craig, Texas Bariatric Specialists, Weight Watchers


Dr. Herve Gentile with his staff (left to right) Norma Cardenas, MaryAnn Todd, Jeanie Davila, Colleen Maden and Elissa Molina. The officewon the laser/medical spa category.

PHYSICAL THERAPY

Humpal Physical Therapy Address: 5026 Deepwood Circle Phone: 854-2278Website: www.HumpalPhysicalTherapy.com

Why do you think readers voted for you to be the best?A big thanks goes out to our past and present patients and the medical com-munity for voting us No. 1. Since 1989, we have put our emphasis on highquality care and have been able to find and retain top notch employees whoconsistently provide great care and produce excellent results. Our patientsmost likely voted us No. 1 because of our attention to detail and our excellentrehabilitation outcomes.

Readers Choice: Alameda Fitness & Rehab Center, New Stride PhysicalTherapy, Shea Physical Therapy

RADIOLOGY SERVICES

Radiology & Imaging Address: 3226 Reid Drive Phone: 853-4503

Why do you think readers voted for you to be the best?Radiology & Imaging has great customer service. Our radiologists are special-ized in different subspecialties. We have been in business more than 50 years.

Readers Choice: Corpus Christi Radiology Center Inc., Radiology Associ-ates, LLP



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Saratoga Cove Apartments Address: 5757 Wooldridge Road Phone: 991-9184Website: www.saratogacoveapts.com

Why do you think readers voted for you to be the best?Saratoga Cove strives to provide the ultimate in customer service. Our com-munity, with a touch of art, is unique and attractive. Its not just your home,but a great living experience. Convenience and care is what you find at Sara-toga Cove.

Readers Choice: The Beach Club Apartments, Harbour Landing, San MarinApartments

CARPET CLEANING

Stanley Steemer Carpet Cleaner Address: 1959 Saratoga Blvd., Building No. 5 Phone: 814-8369Website: www.stanleysteemer.com

Why do you think readers voted for you to be the best?With our 10-day satisfaction guarantee, we truly believe that Quality people,Quality service and Quality equipment have helped set us apart from thecompetition. The core of our business is our technicians, who are all welltrained and versed in carpet, upholstery, and tile and grout cleaning.

Readers Choice: Advanced Carpet Cleaning, Citrus Solutions Carpet Clean-ing, Steamatic of Corpus Christi

CONCRETE & WOOD SEALING

Seal South Texas Address: 745 Cantwell Lane

Phone: 882-0222

Why do you think readers voted for you to be the best?Our company was picked to be the Best of the Best in concrete and wood seal-ing because our customers were satisfied with our products and services thatwas on our contract agreement.

Readers Choice: Concrete Crafters, Home Depot, Lowes

ELECTRICITY PROVIDER

CPL Retail EnergyWebsite: www.cplretailenergy.com

Why do you think readers voted for you to be the best?CPL Retail Energys goal is to be the most recommended electricity providerin South Texas. Clearly, we cant accomplish that goal without focusing ondelivering high-quality customer service and competitive prices to our cus-tomers. Were proud to be selected as Best of the Best again this year.

Readers Choice: Nueces Electric Cooperative, Reliant Energy, TXU Energy

ENVIRONMENTAL/GREEN PRODUCTS/SERVICES

City o Corpus Christi Gas Department

Address: 4225 S. Port Ave. Phone: 885-6910Website: www.cctexas.com/gas

Why do you think readers voted for you to be the best?We were selected because we bring a green source of energy to our commu-nity that is reliable, clean and produces jobs for area residents. We are bothhonored and proud to receive this award two years in a row.

Readers Choice: Allied Waste Services of Corpus Christi, Champion Toyota,Turners Gardenland

FENCE BUILDING/REPAIRS

D & C Fence Company Address: 5441 Interstate Highway 37 Phone: 289-8277Website: www.dcfence.com

Why do you think readers votedfor you to be the best?Our great dedication to service. We

have been servicing Corpus Christifor more than 17 years and the cus-tomer is what matters most to us. Westrive to have integrity and always dowhat is right. Our faith in God is ourguide.

Readers Choice: Bell Fence Manu-facturing, Hinojosa Fence Company,Rollins Fence Company

FOUNDATION REPAIRS

On the LevelFoundation Repair Address: 805 S. Staples St. Phone: 881-9616Website: www.onthelevel

foundation.com

Why do you think readers votedfor you to be the best?We were chosen again this yearbecause of our honesty, integrity and

commitment to service in providingour customers with a quality product.Thank you Corpus Christi and thesurrounding areas for voting us No. 1and for allowing us the opportunity toserve you.

Readers Choice: Advanced Founda-tion Repair LP, CC Foundation RepairCo. Inc., Du-West Inc.

HEATING/AIR CONDITIONING

Mathews Heating & AirConditioning Address: 5001 Allen Place Phone: 853-4630Website: www.mathews-

serviceexperts.com

Why do you think readers votedfor you to be the best?Our employees. We made the com-mitment to make a positive impact on

our customers lives every day. Goodcustomer service means we havesomeone answering the phone 24/7.And we show respect to our custom-ers by tending to the details, such aswearing booties when we enter thehome. Our employees are the Best ofthe Best.

Readers Choice: CCAC, Rapid Air,Wendland Air Conditioning & Heating



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Morgan Buildings & Spas Address: 3313 S. Padre Island Drive Phone: 854-1803Website: www.morganusa.comWhy do you think readers voted for you to be the best?Because we have a great product and a warranty which is second to none.We also have a staff that executes great customer service, which makes our

customers feel valued.Readers Choice: Associated Pools of Corpus Christi, Leslies Swimming PoolSupplies, Tropical Pools & Spas

TITLE COMPANY

First American Title Insurance Company o Texas Address: 5402 Holly Road, Suite 2202 Phone: 993-2033Website: www.firstamcorpuschristi.com

Why do you think readers voted for you to be the best?First American Title Company of the Coastal Bend has the most experi-enced, hardest working escrow team in South Texas. First American TitleCompany is more involved in the community than other title companiesand gives the best customer service. We are very proud of this honor threeyears in a row.

Readers Choice: Nueces Title Services, San Jacinto Title Services,Stewart Title

WINDOW (COVERINGS/HURRICANE)

Academy Window Coverings Company Inc. Address: 4303 S. Padre Island Drive Phone: 852-6088Website: www.academywindowcoverings.com

Why do you think readers voted for you to be the best?Academy Window Coverings is a truly family owned business. We have threegenerations working for the company. We have worked our hardest to give ourcustomers the best quality and service for the past 50 years. We have the lat-est trends, samples and selection of window coverings.

Readers Choice: Advantage Hurricane Shutters, Gulf Coast Hurricane Shut-ters, Paradise Sun Screens

PEST CONTROL

Elite Exterminating Address: 3742 Apollo Road Phone: 853-8370Website: ww w.eliteext.com


Its really very simple. Elite Extermi-nating, Inc. has the best service, useshe best products, has the best war-

ranties and the very best people. Eliteis the home of the National Termidor

ll-Star Technician and Elite is staffedby certified entomologists. Our staff is

professional and very courteous.

Readers Choice: Esparza Pest Con-rol, Pest Fog Inc., Pest Patrol Inc.

PLANT NURSERY

Turners Gardenland Address: 6503 S. Padre Island Drive Phone: 991-9002Website: www.turnersgardenland.

com

hy do you think readers votedor you to be the best?urners has taken pride in its level of

customer service and selection since1972. Customers continue to rely onurners for a variety of services such

as landscaping, nursery plants andproducts and floral arrangements.

Readers Choice: Fox Tree & Land-cape Nursery, Gills Landscape Nurs-

ery, H-E-B

PLUMBING

Lamar Plumbing Inc. Address: 910 Cantwell Lane Phone: 882-7272

Why do you think readers voted for you to be the best?We offer quality service at a competitive price.

Readers Choice: Graf Plumbing Inc., Shoreline Plumbing, Smart Plumbing

REAL ESTATE AGENCY

Coldwell Banker Pacesetter Steel Realtors Address: 5034 Holly Road Phone: 992-9231

Website: www.corpuschristi-homes.com

Why do you think readers voted for you to be the best?Coldwell Banker Pacesetter Steel Realtors promotes honesty and integritywhen representing our clients and customers. Our agents and staff supportare fully trained with the most current tools of the real estate industry. Cold-well Banker Pacesetter Steel Realtors services the entire Coastal Bend.

Readers Choice: Century 21 (multiple locations), eHomes, ReMax MetroProperties

SELF STORAGE FACILITY

AAA StorageMultiple locations Phone: 857-8480Website: www.aaa-storage.com

Why do you think readers voted for you to be the best?Mutual appreciation between AAA Storage and our customers is at the root ofour success. Our patrons tell us they appreciate the value and convenience weoffer, and we respect the fact that in the midst of many fine local self-storagechoices, they often turn to us first. Thank you, Corpus Christi.

Readers Choice: Budget Self Storage, Available Self Storage, U-Stor Self Storage


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DeniseMalan Address: 820 N.Lower Broadway Phone: 884-2011Website: www.caller.com

hy do you thinkreaders votedor you to be the

best?My goal is to enter-ain and teach the readers something

new each week. I started the RunningBuddy column to show that you donthave to be a superstar athlete to behealthy. I hope Ive inspired readerso take control of their fitness and

lifestyles.

Readers Choice: Mike Baird, GregRajan, David Sikes

LOCAL CABLE PROVIDER

Time Warner Cable Address: 4001 Saratoga Blvd.

No. 106 Phone: 800-222-5355Website: www.timewarnercable.

com

hy do you think readers votedor you to be the best?t Time Warner Cable were all about

connecting people with information,entertainment and each other. Thats

hy we bring you the latest innova-ions for your home from HDTV, to

Enhanced TV features, to broadbandand Digital Phone services. Ourcustomers appreciate local service,

alue and quality.

Readers Choice: Charter Cable,

DirectTV, Grande Communications

LOCAL RADIO STATION

KRYS-K99 Address: 501 Tupper Lane Phone: 289-0111Website: ww w.k99country.com


K-99s music is family friendly. The

tation has a positive impact on ourlocal community charities. DriscollChildrens Hospital,Toys For Tots, TheMS walk, and supporting our localroops fighting for our freedom are

just a few of the many inititives thate support.

Readers Choice: KSAB 99.9, Jake107.3, Oldies 93.9

LOCAL SPORTSCASTER

Dan McReynolds KIII-TV3 Address: 5002 S. Padre Island Drive Phone: 986-8300Website: www.kiiitv.com

Why do you think readers voted for you to be the best?I like to think that we share a love of the variety of sportsand recreation opportunities available to all of us living in

South Texas.

Readers Choice: Tyler Garrett (KRIS-6),Roland Rodriguez (KZTV-10), Chris Thomasson (KIII-TV3)

LOCAL TALK SHOW HOST

Jim Lago (KKTX 1360) Address: 501 Tupper Lane Phone: 289-0111

Why do you think readers voted for you to be the best?The Lago in The Morning radio program on KKTX provides

a unique insight into the inner workings of our city, state andfederal government, as well as the industries that are vitalto our economic well-being. Listen to the show you may notagree with Lago, but you will be educated and entertained.

Readers Choice: Scott Howe (Sports Radio 1230), RudyTrevino & Barbi Leo (KIII-TV3), Eric Von Wade (Sports Radio 1230)

LOCAL TV STATION

KIII-TV 3 Address: 5002 S. Padre Island Drive Phone: 986-8300Website: www.kiiitv.com

Why do you think readers voted for you to be the best?KIIITV has earned the respect and trust of South Texas for decades, and withthe opportunity to provide local news, weather and sports, comes a great

responsibility to the community and our viewers. KIIITV has a strong passionfor making a difference, that we believe people recognize and appreciate.

Readers Choice: KORO 28, KRIS-TV, KZTV-10

METEOROLOGIST/WEATHERCASTER

Bill Vessey (KIII-TV3) Address: 5002 S. Padre Island Drive Phone: 986-8300Website: www.kiiitv.com

Why do you think readers voted for you to be thebest?I would like to think because people like us and trust us. Ibelieve we have the most accurate weather forecasts. Itmight also have to do with the additional information weprovide that you find interesting. Were serious when wehave to be, but we can also show our sense of humor whenappropriate.

Readers Choice: Dave Cochran (KIII-TV3), Caitilin Espinosa (KIII-TV3), DaleNelson (KRIS-6)

RADIO PERSONALITY

Jesse & Bessie (Oldies 93.9) Address: 501 Tupper Lane Phone: 361-289-0111Website: www.939online.com

Why do you think readers voted for you to be the best?Jesse & Bessie have a fun and entertaining morning radio program targeted toadults living in and around the Coastal Bend. The service that we provide ourlisteners and advertisers remains our highest priority.

Readers Choice: CoCo & Wintrow (K-99), Dan & Barbi (KSAB 99.9), Rex &Gino (C-101)

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PET STORE & SUPPLIES

Petco Address: 6418 -B S. Staples St. Phone: 986-9222Website: www.petco.com

Why do you think readersvoted for you to be the best?At Petco we strive to deliver

exceptional customer servicewhile portraying our philosophythat animals always come first.We feel that every animal shouldbe given the best possible qual-ity of life. Through educating petparents we are helping to ensurethis happens in our community.

Readers Choice: H-E-B, PetSmart, Wal-Mart


Desiree Rodriguez grooms Lola aYorkshire Terrier at PETCO.

LOCAL TV ANCHOR

Joe Gazin & Katia Uriarte KIII-TV3 Address: 5002 S. Padre Island Drive Phone: 986-8300Website: www.kiiitv.com

Why do you think readers voted for you to be the best?In our line of work, its impossible to be successful over the long term without

the support of an outstanding team of professionals. I believe our reporters,photographers, producers and anchors give us that winning edge. Its a teamthat strives every day to earn the confidence of our viewers. - Joe Gazin

I hope readers voted for us because they enjoy watching our newscast andtrust us as their local TV source. Its an honor to be voted Best of the Best, sothank you kindly, from the bottom of my heart. - Katia Uriarte

Readers Choice: Katy Kiser (KIII-TV3), Lee Sausley & Jennifer Lira (KRIS-6),Rudy Trevino (KIII-TV3)

PET CARE/RESTAURANTS

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PET SERVICES

Lost Pet Hotline Phone: 850-8212


Lost Pet Hotline is a 501c3 non profitorganization that started in 1986 witha goal of reuniting all lost animals

ith their families. We have accom-plished that goal each year and willcontinue to excel with that goal.

Readers Choice: Animal Hospitalof Padre Island, Brunos Bath House,Gulf Coast Humane Society

VETERINARIAN

Animal Hospital oPadre Island Address: 14802 Compass St. Phone: 949-8200


Its an honor to be voted Best of theBest for the fourth year in a row. Myclients understand that I love thecareer path I have taken and that Iruly care about all animals. I wanthe best for my patients. My staff is

constantly training and we are theleaders in technology and customer

ervice.

Readers Choice: Doddridge AnimalClinic, VCA Oso Creek Animal Hospi-al, PetSmart

BREAKFAST

IHOPReaders Choice: Andys Kitchen,Cracker Barrel Old Country Store, Kikos

Mexican Food Restaurant & Cantina

ASIAN FOOD

Jins Asian Bufet Address: 4938 S. Staples St.,

Suite B7 Phone: 991-5888Website: www.jinsasianbuffet.com

hy do you think readers votedor you to be the best?ins Asian Buffet offers many dif-

erent varieties of Asian foods. Aninternational culture mix of Chinese,apanese, Mongolian and more. Din-

ing in Jins Asian Buffet is fun as thereis always something for everyone. Agood place for family gathering withour two special party rooms.

Readers Choice: China BearRestaurant, China Garden, GoldenKitchen, Takeniwa

BREAKFAST TACOS

Kikos Mexican Restaurant & Cantina Address: 5513 Everhart Road Phone: 9 91-1211Website: www.kikosmexicanfood.comWhy do you think readers voted for you to be the best?Here at Kikos we only use the freshest ingredients. Our flour tortillas aremade from scratch and are soft and full of flavor. When you place an order,the taquitos are made, wrapped and finished quickly. Thats why we are votedBest of the Best every year.

Readers Choice: Eddies Bakery & Restaurant , La Bahia, Taqueria Garibaldi

BAR & GRILL

Brewster Street Icehouse Address: 1724 N. Tancahua (across from Whataburger Field) Phone: 884-2739Website: www.BrewsterStreet.net

Why do you think readers voted for you to be the best?Brewster Street Icehouse has delicious food, ice-cold beer, hot music andthe best happy hour in Corpus Christi. Located in the center of all the action,Brewsters is the perfect spot before and after baseball, a concert or justabout any other downtown event. Brewsters: Cold Beer...Big Deck

Readers Choice: Big Sams Grill & Bar, Chilis Grill & Bar, Nikos Steakhouse

BARBECUE

Silverado Smokehouse Address: 4522 Weber Road Phone: 855-6464

Why do you think readers voted for you to be the best?The Caller-Times readers picked the Silverado Smokehouse as No. 1 Bar-B-QueAgain for the same reasons: The amazing quality of the food as well as the ser-vice one would expect. Customers are amazed at the cleanliness, att itude, por-tions, prices and of course ta ste. Consistency + quality + affordable = No. 1.

Readers Choice: Howards Bar-B-Q, Millers BBQ, Rudys Country Store & BBQ

CHICKEN

Petes Chicken-N-More Address: 338 44th St. Phone: 882-1177Website: www.peteschicken.comWhy do you think readers voted for you to be the best?Readers choose our fried chicken and tenders as Best of the Best for the qual-ity and freshness. We prepare and serve a product that is a notch above thefood you come to expect from fast food chains. Thats what sets us apart fromthe rest. Thank you for supporting local business.

Readers Choice: Good-N-Crisp Chicken, Kentucky Fried Chicken (KFC),Popeyes Famous Fried Chicken


Employees of Petes Chicken-N-More, which won in the Caller-TimesBest of the Best chicken category.

BUFFET DINING

Jins Asian Bufet Address: 4938 S. Staples St., SuiteB7

Phone: 991-5888Website: www.jinsasianbuffet.com

Why do you think readers votedfor you to be the best?Jins Asian Buffet simply has the bestbuffet in town with a low buffet priceof over hundreds of food items. Greatfood that keeps our customers comingback for many years. No other buffet intown offers the quality and service weprovide.

Readers Choice: China Bear, China

Garden, Golden Corral Restaurants


Fandy Fardlaz and Himawan Ismanto work at Jins Asian Buffet, which won in two categories this year.


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AUTOMOTIVE

AUTO BODY WORKChampion Automotive; Maaco;

Texas Collision Repair

AUTO PARTSAuto Zone; ChampionAutomotive; Pep Boys

AUTO WINDOW TINTINGMo Tint; Safelite Auto Glass;

Z Tech Auto Rustproofing

BOATSHuff Marine; Majek Boat Works;

Ronnies Marine

CAMPERSCC Camper Corner;

Camper Clinic; Pleasureland RV& Campers

OIL CHANGESFirestone Tire & Service Centers;

Fast Kat Automotive;Minit Man 10 Minit Oil Change

RV/MOTOR HOMESBishop Mobile Center;

Colonia Del Rey RV Sales;Del Air Company & RV

TIRESDelta Tire & Wheel;

Firestone Tire & Service Centers;Truckers World

TRANSMISSION SERVICESAAMCO Transmissions;Champion Automotive;

Fast Kat Automotive

TRUCKING EQUIPMENTDash Truck & Equipment Sales;

South Texas 4x4 TruckAccessories;

Truckers Equipment, Inc.

VEHICLE R EPAIRSFast Kat Automotive;

Firestone Tire & Service Centers;Romays Auto Service

VEHICLE SERVICINGChampion Automotive;Eddie Yaklin Ford;

Z-Tech Auto Rust Proofing

VEHICLE WASH/DETAILINGFancy Pants; Ricks Detailing;

VIP Car Wash

WRECKER SERVICEApollo Towing Service;

Easy Rider Wrecker Service;Statewide Wrecker Service

ENTERTAINMENT

FOOD SERVICES

BAKED GOODSJanets Cakery; La Michoacana

Bakery; My Favorite Muffin

CATERING SERVICESH-E-B; Salinas Catering, Inc.;Water St. Banquet Services

CONVENIENCE STORESnappys Foods; Times Market;

Valero Corner Store

COOKIESH-E-B; Starbucks Coffee;Yolandas Specialty Cakes

GROCERYSun Harvest Farms; Walgreen

Drug Stores; Wal-Mart

MEAT MARKET

Moodys Quality Meats;Robstown Meat Market &

Catering, Inc.; Staples StreetMarket & Diner

PRODUCE/FRUITS &VEGETABLES

CC Produce Company, Inc.;Fruit King; Sun Harvest Farms

SEAFOOD MARKETMorgan Street Seafood Market;

L Head Seafood & Bait;Staples Street Market & Diner

HEALTH/FITNESSAEROBIC/EXERCISE CLASS

Bay Area Athletic Club;Golds Gym; YWCA

CHILDRENS HEALTH CLINICABC Pediatrics; DriscollChildrens Urgent Care;

Pediatric Clinic of South Texas

CHIROPRACTIC CARECorpus Christi Chiropractic

Associates; John DulakChiropractic; Santa Fe

ChiropracticHEALTH CLUB/GYM

Freedom Fitness; Snap Fitness;YMCA

HEARING AIDSBeltone Hearing Center;

Hear Again Hearing; Hearing AidCompany of Texas

HOME HEALTH CARELegacy Home Health, Inc.; SantaFe Home Health Care; VistaCare

HOSPICE CARE

HOME SERVICES

APARTMENT/CONDO COMPLEXThe Beach Club Apartments;

Harbour Landing;San Marin Apartments

CARPET CLEANINGAdvanced Carpet Cleaning;

Citrus Solutions Carpet Cleaning;Steamatic of Corpus Christi

CONCRETE & WOOD SEALINGConcrete Crafters; Home Depot;

Lowes

ELECTRICITY PROVIDERNueces Electric Cooperative;Reliant Energy; TXU Energy

ENVIRONMENTAL/GREENPRODUCTS/SERVICES

Allied Waste Services of CorpusChristi; Champion Toyota;

Turners Gardenland

FENCE BUILDING/REPAIRSBell Fence Manufacturing;Hinojosa Fence Company;

Rollins Fence Company

FOUNDATION REPAIRSAdvanced Foundation Repair LP;CC Foundation Repair Co. Inc.;

Du-West Inc.

GLASS INSTALLATION/REPAIRS

Affordable Glass & Detail;Mo Glass; Scott Glass

HEATING/AIR CONDITIONINGCCAC; Rapid Air; Wendland Air

Conditioning & Heating

HOME BUILDINGBraselton Homes; Gulf Coast

Equities; Live Oak Construction

INTERIOR DESIGNINGBuddy Walker Home Furnishings;

Ethan Allen Home Furnishings;Lindas Drapery & Interiors

LIGHTING

Home Depot; Lowes;Randolph Door & Lighting

MORTGAGE LENDINGAmerican Bank; Global Mortgage;Navy Army Federal Credit Union

MOVING COMPANYA-1 Affordable Movers;

All My Sons Moving;Pena Brothers Moving

PEST CONTROLEsparza Pest Control;

Pest Fog Inc.; Pest Patrol Inc.

PLANT NURSERY

RADIO PERSONALITYCoCo & Wintrow (K-99);Dan & Barbi (KSAB 99.9);

Rex & Gino (C-101)

PET CARE

PET SERVICESAnimal Hospital of Padre Island;

Brunos Bath House;Gulf Coast Humane Society

PET STORE & SUPPLIESH-E-B; PetSmart; Wal-Mart

VETERINARIANDoddridge Animal Clinic;

VCA Oso Creek Animal Hospital;PetSmart

RESTAURANT

ASIAN FOOD

China Bear Restaurant;China Garden; Golden Kitchen;

Takeniwa

BAR & GRILLBig Sams Grill & Bar; Chilis Grill

& Bar; Nikos Steakhouse

BARBECUEHowards Bar-B-Q; Millers BBQ;

Rudys Country Store & BBQ

BEER SELECTIONH-E-B; Longhorn Steak & Ale;

Specs

BREAKFASTAndys Kitchen; Cracker BarrelOld Country Store;

Kikos Mexican FoodRestaurant & Cantina

BREAKFAST TACOSEddies Bakery & Restaurant;La Bahia; Taqueria Garibaldi

BUFFET DININGChina Bear; China Garden;Golden Corral Restaurants

CATFISHThe Bayou Grill; Railroad

Seafood Station; U&I RestaurantCHICKEN

Good-N-Crisp Chicken;Kentucky Fried Chicken (KFC);Popeyes Famous Fried Chicken

CHICKEN-FRIED STEAKBrewster Street Icehouse;

Bubbas Icehouse; U&I Restaurant

COFFEEAgua Java; My Favorite Muffin;

Stripes

DESSERTMy Favorite Muffin; Outback

SANDWICHESHesters Caf; Jasons Deli;Nolans Original Poorboys

SEAFOODRailroad Seafood Station;

Red Lobster; SnoopysSMOOTHIES

Jamba Juice; La Paletera;Sonic Drive-In

STEAKSLonghorn Steak & Ale; OutbackSteakhouse; Texas Roadhouse

SUSHIAka Japanese Restaurant;

H-E-B; Takeniwa

WINE SELECTIONH-E-B; Specs; World Market

WINGSHooters; Wings & More;

Wingstop

RETAIL

ANTIQUESAuvils Sweet Nothings;

Bettys Trash to Treasures;Gatherings

APPLIANCESBest Buy; Conns; Sears

ARTS & CRAFTS

Gatherings; Jo-Ann Fabricand Craft Store; Michaels

Art & Crafts

ATHLETIC APPARELAcademy Sports + Outdoors;

Champs; Fleet Feet Sports

AUDIO/VIDEO EQUIPMENTGuitar Center; Radio Shack;

Sound Vibrations

BOOKSHalf Price Books; H-E-B;

Mardels

BRIDAL GOWNS/ACCESSORIESBridal Boutique & After 5;Vanessas Bridal & Accessories;

Youngs Bridal

BUILDING MATERIALSLowes; McCoys Building

Supply; Sutherlands

CARPET/TILEAlexanders Floors & Interiors

Home Depot; McCoys BuildingSupply

CDsDisc Go Round; H-E-B; Target

PAWN SHOP

Cash America Pawn; EZ Pawn;Modern Pawn & Jewelry

PHARMACY/DRUG STORE

CVS Pharmacy; H-E-B;

Wal-MartSHOES

Academy Sports + Outdoors;Shoe Carnival; Williams Shoes

SPORTING GOODS

Hest Fitness Products;Miras Sports N More; Wal-Mart

SERVICES

ADULT DAY CARE

Corpus Christi Adult Day Care;Mental Health & Mental

Retardation Center of NuecesCounty (MHMR);

Trinity Adult Day Care

BUSINESS/OFFICE EQUIPMENT

A & W Office Supply, Inc.;Business Interiors of Texas;

FedEx Office

CHILD DAY CARE

Alameda School & Child Care;First Christian Church Day

School; YWCA

COMPUTER REPAIR

Ace Computer Service; Dr. NerdComputers; The Laptop Shop

DRY CLEANING

A-1 Dry Cleaners; Carr Cleaners& Laundry, Inc.; Dons Cleaners

EQUIPMENT RENTALButler Signature Events;

Home Depot; United Rentals

FAVORITE ELEMENTARYSCHOOL

Dawson Elementary; MirelesElementary; Webb Elementary

FAVORITE MIDDLE/JR.HIGH

Baker Middle School;Kaffie Middle School;

South Park Middle School

FAVORITE HIGH SCHOOL

Calallen High School;Flour Bluff High School;

Richard King High School

FUNERAL HOME

Cage Mills Funeral Home;Memory Gardens Funeral Home &Cemetary; Trevino Funeral Home

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AUTOMOTIVE

AUTO BODY WORK

American CollisionRepair Center

AUTO PARTS

OReilly Auto Parts

AUTO WINDOW TINTING

Far Beyond Tint & Alarm

BOATS

Gunderlands Boatland

CAMPERS

CCRVOIL CHANGES

Champion Automotive

RV/MOTOR HOMES

CCRV

TIRES

Discount Tire Co., Inc.

TRANSMISSION SERVICES

Greatstate Transmissions

TRUCKING EQUIPMENTTruckers World

VEHICLE REPAIRS

Champion Automotive

VEHICLE SERVICING

Fast Kat Automotive

VEHICLE WASH/DETAILING

Carisma Wash

WRECKER SERVICE

Texas Wrecker Service

ENTERTAINMENT

BINGO

El Mercado Bingo Halls

DANCING

The Dance Studio

GOLF

Corpus Christi Country Club

LIVE MUSIC

Brewster Street Icehouse

PRODUCE/FRUITS & VEGETABLES

H-E-BSEAFOOD MARKET

H-E-B

HEALTH/FITNESS

AEROBIC/EXERCISE CLASS

Corpus Christi Athletic ClubCHILDRENS HEALTH CLINIC

The Childrens Health ClinicCHIROPRACTIC CARE

Beacon Chiropractic ClinicHEALTH CLUB/GYM

Corpus Christi Athletic ClubHEARING AIDS

A&B Hearing &Audiology Center

HOME HEALTH CARE

USA Uresti Senior AssistanceHOSPICE CARE

VistaCare

HOSPITAL

Christus Spohn HospitalLASER/MEDICAL SPA

A Better YouCosmetic Surgery Center

MARTIAL ARTS LESSONS

Kicks Family Martial Arts

MASSAGE THERAPY

The Woodhouse Day Spa

MEDICAL SUPPLIES

Medical Rehab Supply, Inc.MINOR EMERGENCY CARE

Bay Area Quick CareOPHTHALMOLOGIST/OPTOMETRIST CARE

Dugan Eye Institute

PHYSICAL THERAPY

Humpal Physical Therapy

RADIOLOGY SERVICES

Radiology & Imaging

PLANT NURSERY

Turners Gardenland

PLUMBING

Lamar Plumbing Inc.REAL ESTATE AGENCY

Coldwell Banker PacesetterSteel Realtors

SELF STORAGE FACILITY

AAA Storage

SPA/SWIMMING POOLINSTALLATION/REPAIR

Morgan Pool & Spas

TITLE COMPANY

First AmericanTitle Insurance Company

of Texas

WINDOW (COVERINGS/HURRICANE)

Academy Window CoveringsCompany Inc.

MEDIA

CALLER-TIMES WRITER

Denise Malan

LOCAL CABLE PROVIDER

Time Warner CableLOCAL RADIO STATION

KRYS-K99

LOCAL SPORTSCASTER

Dan McReynolds KIII-TV3LOCAL TALK SHOW HOST

Jim Lago (KKTX 1360)

LOCAL TV ANCHORJoe Gazin & Katia Uriate

KIII-TV3

LOCAL TV STATION

KIII-TV 3METEOROLOGIST/WEATHERCASTER

Bill Vessey (KIII-TV3)

RADIO PERSONALITY

Jesse & Bessie (Oldies 93.9)

FRUIT CUPS

La Paletera

HAMBURGERS

Whataburger

HAPPY HOUR

Nikos Steakhouse

HOT DOGS

Wienerschnitzel

ICE CREAM

Baskin Robbins

ITALIAN FO OD

Carinos Italian RestaurantLUNCH

Jasons Deli

MARGARITA

Kikos MexicanRestaurant & Cantina

MEXICAN FOOD

Kikos MexicanRestaurant & Cantina

NEW RESTAURANT

PF ChangsPIZZA

Pizza Hut

SALAD BAR

Jasons Deli

SANDWICHES

Subway Sandwich Shop

SEAFOOD

Water Street Restaurants

SMOOTHIESSmoothie King

STEAKS

Nikos Steakhouse

SUSHI

Imperial Caf & Sushi Bar

WINE SELECTION

Liquid Town

WINGS

Buffalo Wild Wings

GIFT SHOP

GatheringsGOLF EQUIP./SUPPLIESEdwin Watts Golf

HARDWARE SUPPLIES

Home Depot

JEWELRY

Susanns Custom Jewelers

MATTRESSES

Chubbys Mattress

MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS

Sound VibrationsOFFICE SUPPLIES

Office Depot

PAWN SHOP

First Cash Pawn

PHARMACY/DRUG STORE

Walgreen Drug Stores

SHOES

Dillards

SPORTING GOODSAcademy Sports

& Outdoors

SERVICES

ADULT DAY CARE

Texas Adult Day Care

BUSINESS/OFFICE EQUIPMENT

Office Depot

CHILD DAY CARE

Bay Area Child DevelopmentCenter

COMPUTER REPAIR

Best Buy

DRY CLEANING

Peerless Cleaners

EQUIPMENT RENTAL

B&T Rents

FAVORITE ELEMENTARY SCH.

2010WINNERS

RESTAURANT S

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Nikos Steakhouse Address: 5409 Saratoga Blvd. Phone: 992-2333Website: www.nikossteakhouse.com

hy do you think readers voted for you to be the best?Nikos Steakhouse prides its happy hour reputation on providing guests withhappy hour seven days a week from 4-7 p.m. in Reflections Lounge inside the

teakhouse. Happy hour includes great drink specials, 25 cent oysters andings and great daily drink specials that go on until 2 a.m. every night.

Readers Choice: Brewster Street Icehouse, Executive Surf Club, On TheBorder Mexican Grill & Cantina

FINE DINING

Nikos Steakhouse Address: 5409 Saratoga Blvd. Phone: 992-2333Website: www.nikossteakhouse.com

hy do you think readers voted for you to be the best?Nikos Steakhouse believes that fine dining does not always mean traditional

hite table cloths. Nikos acknowledges the relentless economic pressureand the demand for increasingly casual upscale customer preference. Nikostrives to give quality, casual upscale atmosphere and reasonable prices.

Readers Choice: Katz 21 Steaks & Spirits, Republic of Texas Bar & Grill,ater Street Restaurants

CATFISH

Catfish Charlies Address: 5830 McArdle Road, Suite 16 Phone: 993-0363

hy do you think readers voted for you to be the best?ince February 1979, we have provided the same great food and service to ouronderful city that locals and visitors alike have come to rely on and expect.

Our motto has always been: Come on in and enjoy some really good food andmeet some of the friendliest people youve run into in a long time.

Readers Choice: The Bayou Grill, Railroad Seafood Station, U&I Restaurant

CHICKEN-FRIED STEAK

Nolans OriginalPoorboys Address: 2330 Airline Road, 14101Northwest Blvd. No. 117 Phone: 985-2697Website: www.nolansfamouspoor-boy.com

Why do you think readers votedfor you to be the best?We have the best chicken-fried steakin Corpus Christi because we stillprepare it the old-fashioned way. Wetake high quality meat, bread it our-selves and make our own gravy. Weare proud of the food we serve andbelieve our customers truly enjoy it.They continue to come back.

Readers Choice: Brewster StreetIcehouse, Bubbas Icehouse, U&IRestaurant

BEER SELECTION

B & Js Pizza Address: 6335 S. Padre Island Drive

Phone: 992-6671Website: www.bandjspizza.com

Why do you think readers voted for you to be the best?We have won best beer selection every year since the voting began. We havethe largest selection of import, micro-brewed, and specialty beer in SouthTexas. Our customers are the reason for our success and we thank them bymaking sure we keep a fresh selection of different beers on hand to try.

Readers Choice: H-E-B, Longhorn Steak & Ale, Specs

COFFEE

StarbucksMultiple locationsWebsite: www.starbucks.com

Why do you think readers voted for you to be the best?It has always been, and always will be, about quality. Our partners are pas-sionate about always providing the highest quality coffee and products. Weare honored that we are able to engage with our customers here, even if onlyfor a few moments, enhancing that human connection, one cup at a time.

Readers Choice: Agua Java, My Favorite Muffin, Stripes

DESSERT

Janets Cakery Address: 5880 Everhart Road Phone: 991-6212Website: www.janetscakery.com

Why do you think the readers voted for you to be the best?We do custom cakes including a variety of tiered, shaped, and 3-D cakes.Some of the latest trends are shaped cakes like Legos, dinosaurs, princesscakes. Photo cakes are very popular. We also have cheesecakes, pies and pas-tries to take care of your sweet-tooth. We look forward to your visit.

Readers Choice: My Favorite Muffin, Outback Steakhouse, Sandras Cakes

DOUGHNUTS

Shipley Donuts Address: 3113 S. Staples St.,

5625 Saratoga Blvd. Phone: 991-1125

Why do you think readers votedfor you to be the best?We are No. 1 because we focus onmaintaining the quality of our prod-ucts. We provide our customers withthe best services. On behalf of the fran-chises owner, we thank Corpus Christifor voting for us. Come and see us.

Readers Choice: Gates Donut Shop,H-E-B, Krispy Kreme Doughnuts

FAJITAS

Fajita Junction Address: 5717 Saratoga Blvd. Phone: 994-9090Website: www.fajitajunction.com

Why do you think readers votedfor you to be the best?Readers chose our fajitas becausethey are flavorfully marinated,tender, juicy and mesquite grilled.We use fresh certified Angus, trimour own meat, tumble with savoryseasonings and grill over a fire ofmesquite wood. This seems to be theperfect combination to produce bestof the best fajitas.

Readers Choice: Caf Maya, KikosMexican Restaurant & Cantina, OnThe Border Mexican Grill & Cantina


Customer Marvin Alexanderrecently ate a chicken-fried steakat Nolans Original Poorboys, whichwon in that category this year.


Nikos Steakhouse employees Richard Kipp, Gene Caballero and Mario Fimbre s stand behind the bar at theeatery, which won in the fine dining, steaks and happy hour categories.


RESTAURANTS

ITALIAN FOODLUNCH


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HOT DOGS

WienerschnitzelMultiple locations

Website: www.wienerschnitzel.com

Why do you think readers voted for you to be the best?Our customers are more like family. They are loyal, true-blue hot dog lovers.They also know there is not a better hot dog to be found. Oh, and they love ourchili. Our team members are also the best and really try to make our custom-ers feel like family.

Readers Choice: Nathans Famous Hot Dogs, Sonic Drive-In, Stripes

ICE CREAM

Baskin Robbins Address: 4701-H S. Padre Island Drive Phone: 852-0945Website: www.baskinrobbins.com

Why do you think readers voted for you to be the best?We have been serving up Americas favorite ice cream in Corpus Christi since1970. We are the only national ice cream chain to serve both hard scoop andsoft serve and continue to develope new and innovative products for the nextgeneration of ice cream lovers. New flavor of the month each month.

Readers Choice: Dairy Queen, Marble Slab Creamery, Sonic Drive-In

Carinos Italian Restaurant Address: 1652 S. Padre Island Drive Phone: 854-7373Website: ww w.carinos.com

Why do you think readers voted for you to be best?At Carinos Italian, our seasoned managers, servers, host and bartend-ers all aim to make each diners experience a memorable one. Our cooks

take pride in cooking each meal fresh, and even show off a bit in ouropen kitchen. Thank you Corpus Christi, we look forward to serving youfor years to come.

Readers Choice: Franks Spaghetti House, Olive Garden Restaurant,Rigatonis Italian Ristorante

MARGARITA

Kikos Mexican Restaurant & Cantina Address: 5513 Everhart Road Phone: 991-1211Website: www.kikosmexicanfood.comWhy do you think readers voted for you to be the best?Our margaritas are made with Sauza Gold and Juarez Triple-sec.We have used Sauza tequila for more than 20 years. The color doesnot make an excellent margarita; its the smooth, rich flavor of thetequila that makes it so. Special priced during happy hour is why

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