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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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2007New
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2008Steaks
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2005New Restaurant
2005Bar-B-Que
2006Lunch
2007Bar-B-Que
2006Bar-B-Que
2008Bar-B-Que
2009Bar-B-Que
2008Lunch
2009Lunch
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2009Happy Hour
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2009Bar &Grill
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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
hy do you think readers votedor you to be the best?
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
hy do you think readers votedor you to be the best?
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.
PAUL IVERSON/SPECIAL TO THE CALLER-TIMES
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
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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
PAUL IVERSON/SPECIAL TO THE CALLER-TIMES
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
PAUL IVERSON/SPECIAL TO THE CALLER-TIMES
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/
southernscarredband
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
hy do you think readers votedor you to be the best?
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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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
hy do you think readers votedor you to be the best?
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
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GEORGE TULEY/SPECIAL TO THE CALLER-TIMES
The Stripes store at Interstate 37and Water Street.
GROCERY
H-E-BMultiple locationsWebsite: www.heb.com
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
H-E-BMultiple locationsWebsite: www.heb.com
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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H-E-BMultiple locationsWebsite: www.heb.com
hy do you think readers votedor you to be the best?
Our fish market is brimming with thereshest shrimp, fish, and shellfishrom the Texas coast and around theorld. Our stores receive fresh deliv-
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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
hy do you think readers votedor you to be the best?
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
hy do you think readers votedor you to be the best?
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
PAUL IVERSON/SPECIAL TO THE CALLER-TIMES
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
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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
Medical.com
hy do you think readers votedor you to be the best?
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
PAUL IVERSON/SPECIAL TO THE CALLER-TIMES
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-
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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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SPA/SWIMMING POOL INSTALLATION/REPAIR
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
hy do you think readers votedor you to be the best?
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
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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.
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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,
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Readers Choice: Charter Cable,
DirectTV, Grande Communications
LOCAL RADIO STATION
KRYS-K99 Address: 501 Tupper Lane Phone: 289-0111Website: ww w.k99country.com
hy do you think readers votedor you to be the best?
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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)
Denise Malan Dan McReynolds
Jim Lago
GEORGE TULEY/SPECIAL TO THE CALLER-TIMES
Local TV anchor category winners are Joe Gazin and Katia Uriate.
Bill Vessey
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
GEORGE TULEY/SPECIAL TO THE CALLER-TIMES
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
hy do you think readers votedor you to be the best?
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
hy do you think readers votedor you to be the best?
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
PAUL IVERSON/SPECIAL TO THE CALLER-TIMES
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
PAUL IVERSON/SPECIAL TO THE CALLER-TIMES
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
HAPPY HOUR
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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
PAUL IVERSON/SPECIAL TO THE CALLER-TIMES
Customer Marvin Alexanderrecently ate a chicken-fried steakat Nolans Original Poorboys, whichwon in that category this year.
PAUL IVERSON/SPECIAL TO THE CALLER-TIMES
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.
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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