Looking for something new to do with the family? Perhaps something new to eat? How about some self-care options?
This list of 2021 Best of St. Augustine winners is here to help.
These local businesses were chosen by readers who voted in the annual contest in categories including best bakery, best gym, best dentist and more. The full list is below.
Best of St. Augustine celebrates and recognizes the best our community has to offer, and readers get to nominate and then vote on the finalists in each category. The contest will be held in 2022, too, so stay tuned.
Thank you to all the readers who participated in this year’s contest.
Acupuncture: Gordana Smith, DAOM - Phoenix Rises
Barber Shop: Price’s Barber Shop
Chiropractor: Jason Bailey, DC - Bailey Health Solutions
Cosmetic Surgery Practice: Facial Rejuvenation Centre
Counseling Service: Liz Villanueva, MS, LMHC - Enhancing The Human Experience
Day Spa: Spa Life Skin & Laser
Dental Practice: Morse Family Dentistry
Dermatology Practice: David Gross, MD – Gross Dermatology
Family Practice: Flagler Family Medicine & Wellness
Health Club/Gym: Amp Hardcore Gym
Hearing Aid Professional: Joe Pezak - Beltone in St. Augustine
Imaging Center: Flagler Health & Imaging Center
Medical Spa: Coastal Foot and Ankle Wellness Center
Ophthalmologist: Drs. Octavic – Krepley & McLeod San Augustin Eye Foundation
Optometrist: Todd Hockett, OD – Eye Center of St. Augustine
Orthodontist Practice: Smiles by Glenos & Hadgis Orthodontists
Orthopedic Practice: Orthopaedic Associates of St. Augustine
Personal Trainer/Fitness Instructor: Kristy Lee Wilson – ROAR Fitness Studio TRX STA
Physical Therapist: Ryan Hemelt - Orthopaedic Associates of St. Augustine
Podiatric/Foot Comfort Center: Coastal Foot and Ankle Wellness Center
Urgent Care: CareSpot Urgent Care of St. Augustine
Vision Center: The Eye Center of St. Augustine
Yoga Studio: Pilates Yoga Loft
Bakery: Crème de la Cocoa
BBQ: Smokin D’s BBQ
Breakfast: The Blue Hen Café
Coffee Shop: The Kookaburra Coffee
Dessert: Crème de la Cocoa
Family Restaurant: Ned’s Southside Kitchen
Fish Tacos: Mojo’s Tacos
Food Truck: Fried Chicken Kitchen
Hamburger: One Twenty Three Burger House
Ice Cream Shop: Cold Cow
Italian Restaurant: Amici Italian Restaurant
Local Datil Sauce: Dat’il Do-It
Outdoor Dining: Cap’s on the Water
Restaurant Overall: The Black Molly Grill
Seafood Restaurant: St. Augustine Fish Camp
Shrimp: O’Steen’s Restaurant
Bed & Breakfast: Carraige Way Inn
Guided Tours: Old Town Trolley Tours
Live Music Venue: St. Augustine Amphitheatre
Local Attraction: St. Augustine Distillery
Local Festival/Event: Rhythm & Ribs
Local Fine Arts Artist: Kimberly Grace Rembrandtz Gallery
Assisted Living Community: Allegro St. Augustine
Attorney/Lawyer: Patrick Canan – Canan Law
Bank/Credit Union: VyStar Credit Union
Banker: Lori Brandel – VyStar Credit Union
Certified Public Accountant: Randy Jones – CPA Jones CPA & Associates
Financial Planner: VyStar Credit Union
Home & Auto Insurance Agent: Lauren Howington – Herbie Wiles Insurance
Home Builder: MasterCraft Builder Group
Insurance Agency: Herbie Wiles Insurance
Insurance Agent: Don Lohr – Herbie Wiles Insurance
Property Management Company: Coldwell Banker Premier Properties
Real Estate Agency: Coldwell Banker Premier Properties
Real Estate Agent/Team: Bill Miller - Coldwell Banker Premier Properties
Real Estate Broker: Steve Ladrido - Coldwell Banker Premier Properties
Daycare: Memorial Lutheran Chapel School
Martial Arts: North Florida Martial Arts
Air Conditioning/Heating Service Company: Steve Chapman’s All American Air
Carpet Cleaning: Oxi Fresh Carpet Cleaning
Cleaning/Housekeeping Service: Last Chance Maid Service
Handyman Services: Ace Handyman Services
Landscaping/Lawn Service Company: Leonardi’s Nursery Landscaping
Moving Company: Two Men and a Truck
Paving Company: Fidus Roofing and Construction
Pest Control Company: Baker Pest Control
Roofing Service Company: Fidus Roofing and Construction
Travel Agency: AAA St. Augustine Insurance and Travel
Veterinary Practice: St. Augustine Animal Clinic
Antique Shop: A Step Back in Time
Floor Covering Store: Hester’s Abbey Floorcoverings
Jewelry Repair: Blue Water Jewelers
Local Clothing Boutique: Rochelle’s
Local Consignment Shop: Fifi’s Fine Resale Apparel
Local Furniture Store: Leather by Design
Local Health Food Store: Diane’s Natural Market
Local Jewelry Store: Nettles Fine Jewelry
Nursery/Garden Center: Leonardi’s Nursery
Pawn Shop: Florida Cash Inc.
St. George Street Shop: Kilwins
Brewery/Distillery: St. Augustine Distillery
Liquor Store: Broudy’s Fine Wine & Spirits
Sports Bar: Hurricane Grill & Wings
Wine List: Carrera Wine Cellar
Wine Specialty Shop: Tim’s Wine Market and Wine Bar
Auto Body Shop: Greg’s Auto Collision Center
Auto Repair Shop: Sargeant Service Center
Boat/Marine Dealer: St. Augustine Marina
Car Salesperson: Rick and Kelly Gates – Highline Auto
New Car Dealership: Beaver Toyota
RV Dealer: Gander RV & Outdoors of St. Augustine
Small/Independent Car Dealership: Ultimate Motor Cars
Tire Store: Ray’s Tire Pros