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publisher’s note I want to thank the thousands of people who voted for their choices in the 2015 Elevate Lifestyle Awards “THE BEST OF THE CITY” online voting poll at ElevateLifestyle. com. The voting began on December 15, 2014 and ended February 15, 2015. We will be presenting over 425 winners in the following seven categories: culture, dining, entertainment, fashion, fitness, lifestyle and nightlife in this issue.

Peruse through this issue to familiarize yourself with some of the juiciest restaurants, hottest nightlife spots, and hippest boutiques, as well as other gems of the Queen City. Then on Saturday, April 11 at LABEL (NC Music Factory), join us for the 2015 Elevate Lifestyle Awards “The Best of the City” Celebration. The festivities will begin at 7 pm and continue until 11 pm.

Please head over to EventCombo.com/ELAwards2015 and enter in promo code ELEVATE to RSVP for free. For all those who do, you will be entered in our raffle for some great prizes. You will also be able to enjoy some great entertainment, a fashion show with some of Charlotte’s BEST boutiques, salons and make-up artists, hors d’oeuvres, and cocktail and beer specials.

So remember to keep this issue handy, and whether you’re looking for the best pizzeria in Charlotte, or looking for that perfect pair of tennis shoes, or where to grab the coldest microbrew; allow this issue to be your guide to “The Best in the City.” Just say thank you Elevate Lifestyle!

Have a great month, Steve Caldwell

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NEW KISS MORNING SHOW I’m sitting down with the new crew of the KISS Morning Show, Maney, LauRen and Roy. I’m getting the inside scoop on how the three of them are getting along and what makes the show tic. If you haven’t tune in you should TODAY, everyone will be VOTING it the BEST morning show next year for our BEST OF THE CITY 2016!

How long have you each been in the business?

MANEY: My first morning radio job was in Little Rock in 1998. I have been waking up at 4:30 am ever since. Tucson, Sacramento, Memphis, and now Charlotte.

LAUREN: Collectively about four years. I started in radio with The Finsiders (a Miami Dolphins/ NFL based sports talk show in Miami) on 940WINZ. We did an afternoon drive show Monday - Friday from 5-7 pm. Here in Charlotte I did a short stent on ESPN730 Saturday mornings with Jeff Reed on

“Just Kicking It” and now here I am on KISS Mornings with Maney and Roy. ROY: I began dabbling into the business in 2009, but didn’t get my first on-air gig until 2010.

What did you each do before?

MANEY: When I was in college I did a bunch of small jobs, I worked at MTV, interned for Howard Stern, worked for UPS, landscaped and was even a ball boy at the US Open Tennis Tournament.

LAUREN: Well I have been dancing for the Charlotte Bobcats and Hornets for the last 3 years, while working with my Pageant Coaching Company, PR Pageant Coaches, so this is a new and exciting charter in my life.

ROY: Before I got into radio I was working as a server and attempting College. I had this whole dream of pursuing law or anything criminal justice related. I kind of fell into radio and I have loved it ever since. Before I came to KISS I was working at K92 (WXLK) as a Night Show Host.

What’s the strangest conversation you have had with a radio caller?

MANEY: The strangest conversation, would be when I was in Memphis some guy called in as Elvis and stated he wasn’t dead. Right on my show!! It was a huge ratings grabber!

LAUREN: I love confession Wednesdays, one in particular stands out in my mind. We received a call from a man who had found a great deal of money, but hadn’t turn it in or spent it. I remember thinking to myself “ how strange that someone who call and confess that”, but it becomes flattering to know that our listeners consider us friends and that the are comfortable enough to know that we are a judgment free zone!

ROY: Probably the strangest conversations I had was back in Roanoke, Virginia. The military was conducting exercises and their airplanes had some weird lights. So I was getting UFO reports from

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hundreds of listeners. My show turned quickly into “Where are the UFO’s?”

How are the dynamics with the three of you?

MANEY: I love working with Roy and LauRen, it has been effortless from day one - which was yesterday LOL! Seriously I love these two! It’s a group of friends talking on the radio, who each have their own unique point of view.

MANEY

LAUREN: We’ve taken 3 completely different people from 3 completely different back grounds and meshed that into a show. Somehow it just works, I think the it’s because we genuinely love working together and we make each other laugh! I guess it’s like that old saying “opposites attract”. It’s so much fun to see a topic through someone else’s eyes.

ROY: We have a great mix between all of us. I’m the youngest, not well traveled and innocent. You have LauRen who has been to really cool places (Like India) and Maney who is the oldest who brings the family perspective into play. All of us combined works really well together. Just about every day I learn something new from those two.

ROY

What is your biggest phobia?

MANEY: My biggest phobia is heights, not on a plane I’m fine with that. More like on a ladder or a rooftop.

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LAUREN

LAUREN: Honestly, I try not to be afraid of things. If I have a fear I try to concur it head on. I’ll try almost anything, but the one thing I am afraid of ironically is needles. I have a panic attack and pass out every time. lol ROY: SNAKES. Don’t like them. When I was younger I almost got bit by one, ever since I stay clear of those things. Even the ones that aren’t poisonous freak me out.

Who is your favorite musical artist?

MANEY: My favorite artist of all time is probably Sting or Phil Collins (ok insert chuckles), they both have awesome songs I can actually sing LOL but currently I’m really into Maroon 5 (I mean It’s Adam Levine@ #HAWTIE LAUREN: I love all genres of music. My favorite is to hear a Top 40 artist collaborate with a dubstep DJ. ROY: I could never just list ONE artist! I’m very passionate about music and love multiple genre’s, so artists like One Direction, Billy Joel, Lil Wayne and Luke Bryan can be found on my iPod. Tell us one of your favorite things about one of your co-host?

MANEY: LauRen is an awesome person, she is smart, caring, and always on her game! I will tell you what surprised me the most about her, she’s freaking funny and makes me laugh all morning!

LAUREN: I love Roy’s innocence. He grew up in a small town in Virginia and it’s fun to watch him explore the world and his new “big” city ROY: Favorite thing about Maney would be his comedy. He’s a funny guy, I’m literally in tears laughing before 6am every day. I also love hearing his radio stories. He’s been in the business, I think, for almost 20 years so he always has a great story about something.

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BEST Artist Owned Gallery

SHAIN GALLERY 2328 Selwyn Ave., Ste 104 Charlotte | 28209 | 704 334.7744 ShainGallery.com FAVORITE Big Shot Photographer JIM MERRILL, JMT PHOTOGRAPHY JMT Photography delivers quality services to both corporate and individual customers in areas such as editorial and commercial photography. His work can be seen in local advertising, magazines, billboards and countless model and actor portfolios.

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BEST Charity Event in 2014 PURSES WITH A PURPOSE PursesWAP.org BEST Creative Gathering in 2014 CHARLOTTE FILM COMMUNITY CharlotteFilmCommunity.com BEST Cultural Event or Festival in 2014 48 HOUR FILM PROJECT 48HourFilm.com BEST Film Series AYRSLEY RETRO HORROR SERIES Ayrsley Grand Cinemas 910 Kings Parade Blvd.

Charlotte | 28273 | 980.297.7540 AyrsleyCinemas.com

BEST Funnest Outdoor Event QUEEN’S CUP STEEPLECHASE The Queen’s Cup is like no other sporting and social event in the Charlotte region. A Saturday afternoon in the Piedmont countryside each spring is greeted with great anticipation. This year’s event celebrates twenty years and will be held on Saturday, April 25 2015.

6103 Waxhaw Hwy. Mineral Springs | 28208 704.843.7070 QueensCup.org BEST Historic Site HEZEKIAH ALEXANDER MUSEUM 3500 Shamrock Dr. Charlotte | 28215 | 704.568.1774 CharlotteMuseum.org FAVORITE Hottest Female Athlete of 2014 MISTY ROLLINS About Face Boot Camp 117 Center St. Cramerton | 28032 | 704.879.4105 About-Face-Boot-Camp.com

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FAVORITE Hottest Male Athletic of 2014 GREG OLSEN, CAROLINA PANTHERS 800 S. Mint St. Charlotte | 28202 | 704.358.7000 Panthers.com FAVORITE Local Actor KEVIN J. O’CONNOR 336. 255.0832 IMDB Profile: Kevin J. O’Connor (II) 800Casting.com | ID# 101389 FAVORITE Local Actress VANESSA ORE IMDB Profile: Vanessa Ore 800Casting.com | ID# 48912 FAVORITE Local Artist BEST Visual Artist MATT MOORE IG: @puckmcgruff ASheepishDisguise@gmail.com FAVORITE Local Author JASON LATOUR Writer and Artist at Image Comics and Marvel

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BEST Local Charity PROJECT HALO Charlotte | 28266 projhalo@bellsouth.net ProjectHalo.net BEST Most Relevant Art Gallery TWENTY-TWO 1500 Central Ave. Charlotte | 28205 | 704.334.0122 BEST Museum To View THE MINT MUSEUM 500 S. Tryon St Charlotte | 28202 | 704.337.2000 MintMuseum.org BEST On-Stage Performance HEDWIG & THE ANGRY ITCH Actor’s Theatre of Charlotte 650 E. Stonewall St. Charlotte | 28202 | 704.342.2251 ATCharlotte.org/Hedwig

BEST Performing Arts Group THE ACTOR’S LAB 1212 E 10th St. Charlotte | 28204 | 310.621.3900 TheActorsLab.com BEST Photography Gallery HART WITZEN 136 E 36th St. Charlotte | 28206 | 704.334.1177 HartWitzenGallery.com FAVORITE Sexiest Local Man of 2014 KELLY MELERINE Model with Carolina Talent Personal Training at Heroic Fitness Facebook.com/Kelly.Melerine FAVORITE Sexiest Local Woman of 2014 ALEXIS GREENE Twitter.com/AlexisLovesMe IG @AlexisLovesMe BookAlexiGreene@Gmail.com BEST Sketch Comedy Group DYSFUNCTIONAL FIGURINES DysFunctionalFigurns @ YouTube.com

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BEST The Best Seat In The House (Theatre Venue) BELK THEATRE 130 N. Tryon St. Charlotte | 28202 | 704.372.1000 BlumenthalArts.org BEST Theatre Company CAROLINA ACTORS STUDIO THEATRE 2424 N. Davidson St., Ste 113 Charlotte | 28205 | 704.455.8542 Facebook.com/CASTCharlotte FAVORITE Upcoming Female Model JAYA MULDREW Facebook.com FAVORITE Upcoming Male Model DREW BATCHELOR DrewBatchelor@yahoo.com Facebook.com/DrewBatchelor11

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VOTED BEST “Asian” Restaurant

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ZEN HAPPY HOUR MENU Sunday: ½ Price Any Bottle of Wine Under $45 Monday: ½ Price Import & Domestic Beers Tuesday: ½ Price Glasses of Wine or Select Bottles Wednesday: ½ Price Sangria & Live Music With Robert Fernandez* Thursday: ½ Price Zen Signature Martinis & Cocktails Friday & Saturday: 1/2 Price Tapas/Appetizers from 5:00PM - 6:30PM * Except major Holidays and not combine with other offers

1716 Kenilworth Ave. Charlotte 28203 704.358.9688 | ZenAsianFusion.com

BEST All Wrapped Up (Wrap) PICANTE MEXICAN GRILL At Picante, their mission is simple.

We provide our valued customers with an upbeat and friendly environment, using 100% fresh ingredients, lower prices, and great customer service 1500 W. Morehead, Ste SA Charlotte | 28208 | 704.375.6000 PicanteMexicanGrill.biz BEST Any Night Of The Week Spot NAN AND BYRON’S 1714 South Blvd.

Charlotte | 28203 | 980.224.7492 NanandByrons.com BEST Any Way You Slice It (Pizza Place) BEST Whole Pizza LIBRETTO’S PIZZERIA CHARLOTTE Charlotte’s only AUTHENTIC NYC pizzeria & Italian Kitchen serving to customers at three local Charlotte locations. Libretto’s offers family dining, catering and the best in pizza in Charlotte! A private party room is also available.

Multiple Locations LibrettosPizzeria.com

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BEST Asian (Other Than Chinese) ZEN ASIAN CUISINE This urban, trendy and upbeat lounge is one of Charlotte’s hottest fusion restaurants. With a menu inspired by a variety of cuisines including Vietnamese, Chinese, Thai, Japanese, Spanish and Latin, guests will experience a nirvana of exotic flavors.

1716 Kenilworth Ave. Charlotte | 28203 | 704.358.9688 ZenAsianFusion.com BEST Assortment Of Condiments TIJUANA FLATS 1608 East Blvd.

Charlotte | 28203 | 704.417.5700 TijuanaFlats.com BEST BBQ Place ELWOOD’S BALLANTYNE Charlotte | 28277 | 980.819.7711 ElwoodsBBQ.com BEST Bed & Breakfast 803 ELIZABETH’S BED & BREAKFAST 803 Elizabeth Ln. Mathews | 28105 | 704.841.8900 803Elizabeth.com

BEST Biscuits BEST Sweet Tea TUPELO HONEY CAFÉ 1820 South Blvd.

Charlotte | 28203 | 980.225.9167 TupeloHoneyCafe.com BEST Blended And Chilled (Smoothies) CAROLINA SMOOTHIE 1408 E. Blvd., Ste D Charlotte | 28203 | 704.358.0006 BEST Brazilian Steakhouse CHIMA BRAZILIAN STEAKHOUSE 139 S. Tryon St. Charlotte | 28202 | 980.225.5000 ChimaSteakhouse.com BEST Breakfast Nook TOAST CAFÈ Multiple Locations ToastCafeOnline.com

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BEST Buffalo As In Wings DILWORTH NEIGHBORHOOD GRILLE What started as an idea for a small family restaurant/bar quickly became a hot gathering spot for all things Charlotte. Their unique space allows them to host multiple, large events in addition to our everyday lunch and dining hours.

911 E. Morehead St., Ste 200 Charlotte | 28204 | 704.377.3808 NeighborhoodGrille.com BEST Caribbean Soul ANNTONY’S CARIBBEAN CAFÈ 2001 E. 7th St. Charlotte | 28269 | 704.342.0749 Anntonys.com BEST Catering Your Affair THE CHROME TOASTER Food Truck | 602.619.7467 ChromeToasterTruck.com BEST Chips and Salsa VIDA CANTINA 210 E. Trade St., Ste 104A Charlotte | 28202 | 704.971.8432 VidaCantina.com

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BEST Chocolates Heaven THE SECRET CHOCOLATIER 2935 Providence Rd., Ste 104 Charlotte | 28211 | 704.323.8178 TheSecretChocolatier.com BEST Coffee House To Kick Back RUSH ESPRESSO 14815 Ballantyne Village Way, Ste 140 Charlotte | 28277 | 704.369.5120 RushEspressocafe.com BEST Comfort Food MERT’S HEART & SOUL 214 N. College St. Charlotte | 28202 | 704.342.4222 MertsCharlotte.com BEST Cupcake Shop FUMANCHU CUPCAKES 826 Lamar Ave. Charlotte | 28205 | 704.817.4134 FuManChuCupakes.com

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BURRITOS * BOWLS * TACOS 1500-A West Morehead St. Charlotte, NC 28208 ph: 704.375.6000 | fx: 704.375.6002 www.PicanteMexicanGrill.biz

BEST Deep Fried With Out The Hole (Doughnuts) MJ DONUTS 325 S. Polk St. Pineville | 28134 | 704.889.5427 BEST Dining On A Budget LITTLE VILLAGE GRILL 710 W. Trade St., Ste G Charlotte | 28202 | 704.347.2184 BEST Down In The Bayou - Cajun and Creole BOUDREAUX’S LOUISANA KITCHEN 501 E. 36th St. Charlotte | 28205 | 704.331.9898 BoudreauxsNoDa.com

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BEST Endless Options (Buffet) PISCES SUSHI BAR & LOUNGE 1100 E. Metropolitan Ave., S120 Charlotte | 28204 | 704.334.0009 PiscesSushi.com BEST Favorite Restaurant For Groups NIKKO JAPANESE RESTAURANT & SUSHI BAR 1300 South Blvd.

Charlotte | 28203 | 704.370.0100 NikkoSushiBar.net

BEST Dressed-Up Lemonade BEST Finger Licking Good (Chicken) LEROY FOX 705 S. Sharon Amity Rd. Charlotte | 28211 | 704.366.3232 LeroyFox.com

BEST First Date Night To Dine BEST Group Outing BEST To Die For Desserts CRAVE DESSERT BAR Crave Dessert Bar represents a new breed of Charlotte evening entertainment. A progressive dessert boutique that evolves nightly into an upscale lounge catering to the desires of Charlotte’s late night enthusiasts.

500 W. 5th St., Ste 120 Charlotte | 28202 | 704.335.0588 CraveDessertBar.com

BEST Drive Through - Best Fast Food COOK-OUT RESTAURANT Multiple Locations EatCookOut.com

BEST Fish and Chips VALHALLA PUB & EATERY 317 S. Church St. Charlotte | 28202 | 704.332.3273 ValhallaPub.com

BEST Foodie Event Feast Food Tours & Culinary Events Charlotte | 980.258.9992 FeastFoodTours.com

BEST Frozen Yogurt CHERRYBERRY YOGURT BAR 1100 Metropolitan Ave., Ste 160 Charlotte | 28204 | 704.375.9999 CherryBerryYogurtBar.com

BEST Foot Long (Sub Sandwich) PENN STATION EAST COAST SUBS Multiple Locations Penn-Station.com

BEST Gnocchi DOLCE RISTORANTE 1710 Kenilworth Ave., Ste 230 Charlotte | 28203 | 704.332.7525 DolceRistorante.net

BEST French Cuisine LUMIERE FRENCH KITCHEN 1039 Providence Rd. Charlotte | 28207 | 704.372.3335 LumiereMyerspark.com

BEST Gourmet Restaurant WOODEN VINE WINE BAR & BISTRO 231 N. Tryon St. Charlotte | 28202 | 704.376.8463 TheWoodenVine.com

BEST French Fries THE LIBERTY 1812 South Blvd.

Charlotte | 28203 | 704.332.8830 TheLibertyCharlotte.com BEST Fresh As Can Be (Delicatessen) OWEN’S BAGEL & DELI Owen’s is Charlotte’s HOME of the steamed bagel sandwich. Authentic NY bagels, Boar’s Head meat, house-made cream cheeses, local coffee.

2041 South Blvd.

Charlotte | 28203 | 704.333.5385 OwensBagelAndDeli.com

BEST Greek Opal GREEK ISLES RESTAURANT Virtually everything on the menu is prepared in-house; from the bread to the mouthwatering desserts. The fresh herbs grown in the front patio, including oregano, basil, rosemary and mint, provide the distinctive scent of the Greek mountains and the delectable tastes and presentation of the dishes.

200 E. Bland St. Charlotte | 28203 | 704.444.9000 GreekIslesRestaurant.com

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BEST Guacamole CANTINA 1511 4721 B-Park Rd. Charlotte | 28209 | 704.331.9222 7708 Rea Rd. Charlotte | 28277 | 704.752.9797 Cantina15Eleven.com BEST Health Food Market 7TH STREET MARKET 224 E. 7th St. Charlotte 28203 7thStreetPublicMarket.com BEST Hot Dog JJ’S RED HOTS 1514 East Blvd.

Charlotte | 28203 | 980.225.8880 JJsRedHots.com BEST Ice Cream STICKS & CONES ICECREAM Mint Hill | 28277 | 704.545.7823 SticksAndConesIcecream.com BEST Indian Cuisine BOMBAY GRILLE 8706 Pineville-Matthews Rd., Ste 170 Charlotte | 28226 | 704.542.3933 BEST Kingdom Of Thai BASIL 210 N. Church St. Charlotte | 28202 | 704.332.7212 7800 Rea Rd., Ste A Charlotte | 28227 | 704.900-6522 EatAtBasil.com

BEST Korean THAI ORCHID RESTAURANT 4223 Providence Rd., U7 Charlotte | 28211 | 704.469.4465 ThaiOrchidRestaurantCharlotte.com BEST Lakeside Dining NORTH HARBOR CLUB RESTAURANT & BAR 100-D N. Harbor Pl. Davidson | 28036 | 704.896.5559 NorthHarborClub.com BEST Late Night Eats SKYLARD FAMILY RESTAURANT 4544 South Blvd.

Charlotte | 28209 | 704.522.6522 SkylardRestaurant.com BEST Latino (Other Than Mexican) SABOR LATIN STREET GRILL 415 Hawthorne Ln. Charlotte | 28204 | 980.237.0308 SaborCharlotte.com BEST Little Known Restaurant THE FLIPSIDE CAFÈ 3150 US-21 Fort Mill | 29715 | 803.802.1711 TheFlipSideSC.com BEST Local Grown Produce BACKYARD PRODUCE & MARKET 963 N. Harrison Ave., Ste 106 Cary | 27513 | 704.451.5526 ByProduce.com

BEST Lots Of Noodles (Italian) LUCIANO’S RISTORANTE ITALIANO 2137 South Blvd.

Charlotte | 28203 | 980.819.9984 LucianosItaly.com BEST Low-Carb Lunch TROPICAL SMOOTHIE CAFÈ 1111 Metropolitan Ave., Ste 110 Charlotte | 28204 | 980.237.4813 5349 Ballantyne Commons Pkwy., Ste 400 Charlotte | 28277 | 704.246.8993 TropicalSmoothie.com BEST Middle Eastern KABOB GRILL 1235 East Blvd.

Charlotte | 28203 | 704.371.8984 7828 Rea Rd., Ste B Charlotte | 28277 | 704.543.1234 KabobGrill.com

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BEST Most Inviting Ambiance BONTERRA DINING & WINE ROOM 1829 Cleveland Ave. Charlotte | 28203 | 704.333.9463 BonterraDining.com BEST No Flesh (Vegetarian) LUNA LIVING KITCHEN 200 South Blvd., Ste 300 Charlotte | 28203 | 704.333.0008 LunasLivingKitchen.com BEST Overall Menu BEST Worth Tipping - Best Service In Town DOGWOOD SOUTHERN 4905 Ashley Park Ln., Ste D Charlotte | 28210 | 704.910.4919 DogwoodSouthernTable.com BEST Pizza on Four Wheels (Delivery) FUEL PIZZA Multiple Locations FuelPizza.com

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DRESSLER’S RESTAURANT 1100 E. Metropolitan Ave., S125 Charlotte | 28204 | 704.909.6295 8630 Lindholm Dr. Huntersville | 28078 | 704.987.1779 DresslersRestaurant.com FAVORITE Restaurant In (Ballantyne) ILIOS NOCHE RESTAURANT 11508 Providence Rd. Charlotte | 28277 | 704.814.9882 XeniaHospitality.com FAVORITE Restaurant In (Dilworth) SUMMIT ROOM 1531 East Blvd.

Charlotte | 28203 | 980.237.2227 TheSummitRoom.com FAVORITE Restaurant In (Lake Norman) RUSTY RUDDER 20210 Henderson Rd., Ste 101 Cornelius | 28031 | 704.892.9195 TheRustyRudder.net FAVORITE Restaurant In (Matthews) GRO GREEK 3335 Siskey Pkwy.

Mathews | 28105 | 980.245.8818 GroGreek.com

FAVORITE Restaurant In (Myers Park) BEST Mexican (South of the Border) RU RU’S TACO’S 715 Providence Rd. Charlotte | 28207 | 704.332.7933 RuRuTacos.com FAVORITE Restaurant In (NoDa) AMELIES FRENCH BAKERY 2424 N. Davidson, Ste 102 Charlotte | 28205 | 704.376.1781 AmeliesFrenchBakery.com FAVORITE Restaurant In (Plaza Midwood) PINT CENTRAL They feature Argentinian, American, and European-influenced tapas and entrées, custom crafted desserts, and beer-inspired cuisine. The majority of their products are organically and locally grown, and prepared in house! They have 34 taps , over 40 bottled beers, custom cocktails, and excellent selection of wine.

1226 Central Ave. Charlotte | 28204 | 980.237.9108 Pint-Central.com

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FAVORITE Restaurant In (South End) CRISPY CREPE 1436 South Blvd.

Charlotte | 28203 | 704.332.4440 CrispyCrepe.com FAVORITE Restaurant In (SouthPark) TREEHOUSE WHISKEY & FORK Treehouse’s whimsical atmosphere will take you back to your childhood.

Rustic cedar walls, vintage tables, and reclaimed wood from Kentucky Whiskey cellars offer a warm environment. Their enormous patio is an ideal place to enjoy dining with your friends.

4423 Sharon Rd. Charlotte | 28211 | 980.207.0949 Treehouse-Restaurant.com FAVORITE Restaurant In (University) THE PRESS BOX BAR & GRILL 9609 N. Tryon St., Ste A Charlotte | 28202 | 704.717.2727 ThePressBoxNC.com

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FAVORITE Restaurant In (Uptown) BLUE 206 N. College St. Charlotte | 28202 | 704.927.2583 BlueCharlotte.com FAVORITE Restaurant In A Strip Mall BARRINGTON’S RESTAURANT Charlotte | 28226 | 704.364.5755 BarringtonsRestaurant.com FAVORITE Restaurant That Opened in 2014 BEST Outdoor Dining With A View FAHRENHEIT Situated above the Skye Condos on the 24th floor, Chef Rocco’s restaurant features amazing, unparalled views of the Queen City and inventive American cuisine. The wine list is extensive, cocktails are creatively crafted and draft beers are local.

222 S. Caldwell St. Charlotte | 28202 | 980.237.6718 ChefRoccoWhalen.com

FAVORITE Restaurant To Network In RUTH CHRIS STEAK HOUSE UPTOWN 222 S. Tryon St. Charlotte | 28202 | 704.338.9444 6000 Fairview Rd., Ste 109 Charlotte | 20210 | 704.556.1115 RuthsChris.com BEST Roll It Up (Sushi) ENSO CHARLOTTE 210 E. Trade St., Ste 108A Charlotte | 28202 | 704.716.3676 EnsoCharlotte.com BEST Romantic Restaurant BERNARDIN’S FINE DINING 435 S. Tryon St. Charlotte | 28202 | 704.332.3188 BernardinsFineDining.com

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BEST Sake Selection AKAHANA ASIAN BISTRO 1308 The Plaza Charlotte | 28205 | 704.817.9365 940 Market St., Ste 124 Fort Mill | 29708 | 803.548.0036 AkahanaAsianBistro.com BEST Serbian INTERMEZZO CAFÉ 1427 E. 10th St. Charlotte | 28204 | 704.347.2626 IntermezzoPizzeria.com BEST Served On A Tortilla (Tacos) THREE AMIGOS MEXICAN GRILL & CANTINA Multiple Locations ThreeAmigosCharlotte.com BEST Soul Food NANA’S SOUL FOOD 2908 Oak Lake Blvd., Ste 106 Charlotte | 28208 | 704.357.3700 NanaSoulFoodKitchen.com

BEST Spanish MIROS SPANISH GRILLE 7804 Rea Rd., Ste A Charlotte | 28277 | 704.540.7374 MiroSpanishGrille.com BEST Special Occasion ZEBRA RESTAURANT & FINE CATERING 4521 Sharon Rd., Ste 100 Charlotte | 28211 | 704.442.9525 ZebraRestaurant.net BEST Steak - Meat and Potatoes BEEF ‘ N BOTTLE STEAKHOUSE 4538 South Blvd.

Charlotte | 28209 | 704.523.9977 BeefAndBottle.net

BEST Sunday Brunch ZADA JANE’S CORNER CAFÉ 1601 Central Ave. Charlotte | 28205 | 704.332.3663 ZadaJanes.com BEST Surf’n’Turf UPSTREAM SEAFOOD 6902 Phillips Place Ct. Charlotte | 28210 | 704.556.7730 UpstreamSeafood.com BEST Take Out K.O. SUSHI 230 S. Tryon St. Charlotte | 28202 | 704.372.7757 ExpressKosushi.com BEST Tall Glass Of Milk (Milkshakes) SMASHBURGER 4400 Randolph Rd. Charlotte | 28211 | 704.626.1110 SmashBurger.com

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BEST Tapas BAKU RESTAURANT The Japanese cuisine is prepared in the open kitchen on Robata and Yakitori grills. The sushi and sashimi are of the highest quality and are served in exquisite plate presentations. The restaurant has an extensive array of premium sakes, in addition to cocktails, the wine list and beers on tap – all selected to pair perfectly with the cuisine.

4515 Sharon Rd. Charlotte | 28211 | 704.817.7173 Baku-Restaurant.com BEST Tastiest Bar Food ALL AMERICAN PUB Popular Southend Bar & Restaurant open seven Days a Week from 11am to 2am. Whether you’re stopping in for their weekly “Happy Hour” from 4pm to 6pm with half price appetizers or daily and monthly drink specials, you’re sure to have a great time with friends.

200 E. Bland St. Charlotte | 28203 | 704.370.2000 AllAmericanPubClt.com

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BEST Tasty Side Dishes MAC’S SPEED SHOP Multiple Locations MacSpeedShop.com BEST Tasty Toppings (for pizza) MELLOW MUSHROOM Multiple Locations MellowMushroom.com BEST The Freshest Catch (Seafood) LURE OYSTER BAR SEAFOOD RESTAURANT & BAR & GRILL 8420 Rea Rd. Charlotte | 28277 | 704.544.5268 LureCharlotte.com BEST The Other Wrap (Burrito) PHAT BURRITO 1537 Camden Rd. Charlotte | 28203 | 704.332.7428 PhatBurrito.com BEST Thing Between Two Buns (Hamburger) COWBELL BURGER & WHISKEY BAR 201 Tryon St., Ste 1010 Charlotte | 28202 | 980.224.8674 EatMoreCowbell.com

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BEST Traditional Diner MATTIE’S DINER 915 Hamilton St. Charlotte | 28206 | 704.376.1020 BEST Vietnamese LANG VAN 3019 Shamrock Dr. Charlotte | 28215 | 704.531.9525 LangVanVietnamese.com BEST Wok On The Wild Side (Chinese) SAIGON PALACE 5215 South Blvd.

Charlotte | 28217 | 704.529.0098 SaigonPalace.us

BEST Your Best Dough (Bagel) POPPY’S BAGELS & MORE 2921 Providence Rd. Charlotte | 28211 | 704.366.8146 PoppysBagelsAndMore.com BEST Your Local Lunch Spot VIVA CHICKEN 1617 Elizabeth Ave. Charlotte | 28204 | 980.335.0176 12206 Copper Way Charlotte | 28277 | 704.341.8174 VivaChicken.com

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If you are crazy about knitting or crocheting or want to learn how, stop by and visit our warm and friendly yarn store located in the heart of Dilworth.

CHARLOTTE YARN

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PURCHASE OF $25 OR MORE

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Classes are excluded. Cannot be combined with other offers. EXPIRES JUNE 4, 2015

M – F 10-6 / Tue 10 – 7 / Sat 10 – 5 1st Sunday of each month from 12-4 1235 EAST BLVD., STE D | KENILWORTH COMMONS 704.373.7442 | CharlotteYarn.com

FAVORITE Adult Contemporary Station 107.9 THE LINK 1 Julian Price Pl. Charlotte | 28208 | 704.570.1079 1079TheLink.com BEST Arcade DAVE & BUSTERS 8361 Concord Mills Blvd.

Concord | 28027 | 704.979.1700 DaveAndBusters.com BEST Beer Festival (Indoors) ALL ALE TO THE QUEEN Silver Hammer Studios 817 Hamilton St. | Charlotte | 28206 AllAleToTheQueen.com BEST Beer Festival (Outdoors) NORTH CAROLINA BREWERS & MUSIC FESTIVAL 4431 Neck Rd. Huntersville | 28078 | 704.875.3113 NCBrewsMusic.com

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BEST Best Value In Entertainment STRIKE CITY 210 E. Trade St., Ste 100C Charlotte | 28202 | 704.716.9300 StrikeCityCharlotte.com BEST Bowling Alley TEN PARK LANES BOWLING ALLEY 1700 Montford Dr. Charlotte | 28209 | 704.523.7633 RollTen.com BEST CD Store LUNCHBOX RECORDS 1419 Central Ave. Charlotte | 28205 | 704.331.0788 LunchBoxRecords.com FAVORITE Club DJ CHAD “DIRTY” ROBBINS Facebook.com/DirtyUSA BEST Concert Venue That Holds Less Than 400 People THE EVENING MUSE 3227 N. Davidson St. Charlotte | NC 28205 | 704.

377.6874 EveningMuse.com

BEST Concert Venue That Holds More Than 400 People THE FILMORE 1000 NC Music Factory Blvd.

Charlotte | 28206 | 704.916.8970 FillmoreCharlotteNC.com FAVORITE Country Station 103.7 THE NEW COUNTRY, WSOC-FM 1520 South Blvd., Ste 300 Charlotte | 28203 | 704.319.9369 TheNew1037.com BEST Cue And Ball (Pool Hall) SLATE BILLIARDS Located in the same building as Oak Room and All American Pub they are open seven days a week 4 pm to 2am, They have drink special every day, always lots of special events going on and three levels of memberships are available.

200 E. Bland St. Charlotte | 28203 | 704.372.5255 SlateBillardsCLT.com

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BEST Designated Driver YELLOW CAB Yellow Cab of Charlotte, a premier taxi company, is privileged to have an opportunity to serve local Charlotte area residents and those visiting our wonderful city.

Our drivers constantly strive to incorporate the latest technology into our taxis in order to provide the best possible service to you, our customer.

704.444.4444 YellowCabOfCharlotte.net BEST Dining With Entertainment BEST Thing In Charlotte To Show Out of Town Guests U.S. NATIONAL WHITEWATER CENTER 5000 Whitewater Center Pkwy.

Charlotte | 28214 | 704.391.3900 USNWC.org FAVORITE Drive Home Radio Show THE O SHOW, KISS 95.1, WNKS-FM 1520 South Blvd., Ste 300 Charlotte | 28203 | 704.319.9369 Kiss951.com BEST Electronics Store QUEEN’S CITY AUDIO VIDEO APPLIANCES Multiple Locations QueenCityOnline.com

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BEST Event On Wheels COCA COLA 600 Charlotte Motor Speedway 5555 Concord Pkwy.

Concord | 28027 | 800.455.3267 CharlotteMotorSpeedway.com BEST Hear Live Jazz DOUBLE DOOR 1218 Charlottetowne Ave. Charlotte | 28204 | 704.376.1446 DoubleDoorInn.com BEST Limousine Company JOHNNY B’S LIMO 3624 Tilley Morris Rd. Mathews | 28105 | 704.649.3068 LimoJohnny.com FAVORITE Local Band About To Hit It Big HEROES AT LAST Charlotte | 814.558.4838 Facebook.com/HeroAtLast FAVORITE Local Female TV Anchor MAUREEN O’BOYLE, WBTV 1 Julian Price Pl. Charlotte | 28208 | 704.374.3500 WBTV.com

Photography By: Jim Merrill JMT Photography, JMTFOTO.COM Clothing: Lipp Boutique Dress - Some Days Lovin $82 Bangles - Blue J Beads $24-$54 Necklace - Blue J Beads $88 Crop Top - $55 Skirt - Charlie Jade $198 Necklace - Kendra Scott $80

FAVORITE Local Female Vocalist CAM-RAHN Cam-Ranh’s strong voice that is carrying her to the top of the local market will be her springboard to national attention. With a background of judo and dance, and her unique voice she is a brilliant star whose rise is just beginning.

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FAVORITE Local Male TV Anchor WILSON’S WORLD, WCCB-TV 1 Television Pl. Charlotte | 28205 | 704.372.1800 WCCBCharlotte.com FAVORITE Local Male Vocalist TOMMY DEE, BELOW THE BELT BAND Facebook.com/BelowTheBeltBand FAVORITE Local News Station WCNC, NBC 6 WCNC-TV 1001 Wood Ridge Center Dr. Charlotte | 28217 | 704.329.3636 WCNC.com

FAVORITE Local Songwriter RANDY PAUL RandyPaulMusic.com FAVORITE Local TV Meteorologist LARRY SPRINKLE, NBC 6 WCNC-TV 1001 Wood Ridge Center Dr. Charlotte | 28217 | 704.329.3636 WCNC.com FAVORITE Local TV Newscast WCCB NEWS RISING, WCCB-TV 1 Television Pl. Charlotte | 28205 | 704.372.1800 WCCBCharlotte.com FAVORITE Local TV Sportscaster DELANO LITTLE, WBTV 1 Julian Price Pl. Charlotte | 28208 | 704.374.3500 WBTV.com

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FAVORITE Mid Day Radio Show CATHERINE LANE, 103.7 THE NEW COUNTRY, WSOC-FM 1520 South Blvd., Ste 300 Charlotte | 28203 | 704.319.9369 TheNew1037.com FAVORITE Morning Radio Show ACE & T.J. SHOW, 96.1 801 Wood Bridge Center Dr. Charlotte | 28217 | 888.41.ACETJ AceTJ.com BEST Movie Theatre CAROLINA CINEMAS CHARLOTTE 9630 Monroe Rd. Charlotte | 28270 | 704.847.2024 CarolinaCinemas.com BEST Neighborhood Festival PLAZA MIDWOOD CHILI COOK-OFF Facebook.com/PlazaChiliCookOff

BEST Non Concert Venue to Hear Live Music GIN MILL 1411 S. Tryon St. Charlotte | 28203 | 704.373.0782 GinMillCharlotte.com BEST Open Mic Night BRADSHAWS SOCIAL HOUSE 8440 Rea Rd. Charlotte | 28277 | 704.543.7351 BEST Party Boat Company RAGIN’ UPTOWN LUXURY YACHTS 704.451.7433 RaginUptown.com BEST Party Bus Company CHARLOTTE PARTY CHARTERS 6712 Freedom Dr. Charlotte | 28214 | 704.399.9393 PartyBusCharters.com

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FAVORITE Party DJ MATT BOLICK Facebook.com/Matt.Bolick BEST Place To Drop A Grand…Fast UPTOWN CABARET 108 E. Morehead St. Charlotte | 28202 | 704.344.0802 UptownCabaretClubs.com BEST Racing School RICHARD PETTY DRIVING EXPERIENCE 5555 Concord Pkwy.

Concord | 28207 | 800.237.3889 DrivePetty.com FAVORITE Radio Station Personality BIG SEXY, 103.7 THE NEW COUNTRY, WSOC-FM 1520 South Blvd., Ste 300 Charlotte | 28203 | 704.319.9369 TheNew1037.com BEST Ritziest Gala to Attend GUYS & DOLLS AUCTION BENEFITING CYSTIC FIBROSIS Hilton Hotel Uptown Charlotte 222 E. 3rd St. Charlotte | 28202 | 704.377.1500 GuysAndDollsCharlotte.com

FAVORITE Rock Station 106.5 THE END 801 Wood Bridge Center Dr. Charlotte | 28217 | 704.570.1065 1065.com BEST Sporting Event FIGHT LAB, MIXED MARTIAL ARTS FightLabPros.com FAVORITE Sports Radio Personality FRANK GARCIA SPORTS RADIO 610AM, WFNZ THE FAN 1520 South Blvd., Ste 300 Charlotte | 28203 | 704.319.9369 WFNZ.com FAVORITE Sports Radio Show THE MAC ATTACK, SPORTS RADIO 610AM, WFNZ THE FAN 1520 South Blvd., Ste 300 Charlotte | 28203 | 704.319.9369 WFNZ.com

FAVORITE Sports Station SPORTS RADIO 610AM, WFNZ THE FAN 1520 South Blvd., Ste 300 Charlotte | 28203 | 704.319.9369 WFNZ.com FAVORITE Talk Radio Show

BRETT JENSEN, 1110 WBT AM 1 Julian Price Pl. Charlotte | 28208 | 704.570.1079 1079TheLink.com BEST The Know It All - Place for Trivia FITZGERALD’S IRISH PUB Fitzgerald’s Irish Pub is located in uptown Charlotte and is open seven days a week from 11 a.m. to 2 a.m., They will provide the perfect atmosphere to enjoy spirits and great food. Lively and festive anytime of the day, Fitzgerald’s is the perfect place to gather with friends or to meet new people.

201 E. 5th St. Charlotte | 28202 | 704.900.8088 FitzgeraldsCharlotte.com BEST The Last Laugh (Comedy Club) COMEDY ZONE, NCMF 900 NC Music Factory Blvd.

Charlotte | 28206 | 980.321.4702 CLTComedyZone.com

BEST The Place To Pimp Your Ride SOUND ON WHEELS 515 S Anderson Rd. RockHill | 29730 | 803.329.3400 SoundonWheels.net FAVORITE Top 40 Station KISS 95.1, WNKS-FM 1520 South Blvd., Ste 300 Charlotte | 28203 | 704.319.9369 Kiss951.com FAVORITE Urban Station POWER 98, WPEG-FM 1520 South Blvd., S300 Charlotte | 28203 | 704.319.9369 Power98FM.com BEST Video/DVD Rentals VISART VIDEO 1945 E. 7th St. Charlotte | 28204 | 704.343.3031 VisartVideo.org

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LASH EXTENSIONS + BROW SPECIALIST XTREME CERTIFIED LASH BOUTIQUE 704.366.LASH (5274) | LalaLashesCharlotte.com 841 Baxter Street, NO. # 114 Charlotte 28202 @Lala Lashes

@LALACR2013

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The Bayne Brewing Company is a family-owned nano brewery based out of Cornelius, NC. Our taproom is open Thursday - Sunday with a variety of beers on draft. Our avors range from the traditional to the unique, and each beer is brewed with only the highest quality ingredients.

Taproom Hours

Thu: 4-10 Fri: 4-10 Sat: 2-10 Sun: 12-8

19507 W Catawba Ave Cornelius NC | Baynebrew.com

BEST Accessories Store For Her PETAL 1315 East Blvd.

Charlotte | 28203 | 704.817.8871 ShopPetal.com BEST Accessories Store For Him JUICIEST Jean Selection For Him SILVERFLY SILVERFLY is a specialty men’s shop with a fresh, sophisticated take on urban living and the only all men’s clothing retailer of its kind in Charlotte.

1111 Metropolitan Ave., Ste 150 Charlotte | 28204 | 980.819.7216 SilverflyBrands.com BEST Alterations To Fit ANNA’S ALTERATIONS Multiple Locations AnnasAlterationsCharlotte.com BEST Always on Time (Watch Selection) WINDSOR JEWELERS 6809 Phillips Place Ct. Charlotte | 28210 | 704.556.7747 Windsor-Jewelers.com

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BEST Barber Shop For Him CITY BARBERS 100 N. Tryon St., Ste 275 Charlotte | 28202 | 704.887.9736 CityBarbersAtUptown.com BEST Bath Products THE BOULEVARD AT SOUTH END 1447 S. Tryon St., Ste 100 Charlotte | 28203 | 980.219.7526 BlvdAtSouthEnd.com BEST Below Freezing (Winter Clothing) ALPINE SKI CENTER 1501 East Blvd.

Charlotte | 28203 | 704.332.2824 AlpineSkiCenter.com BEST Blow Out Bar BLO BLOW DRY BAR 2850 Selwyn Ave. Charlotte | 28209 | 704.375.7110 BloMeDry.com BEST Boutique For Her BEST Everyday Jewelry LOTUS BOUTIQUE 1111 Metropolitan Ave. Charlotte | 28204 | 704.335.8884 LotusLook.com

BEST Boutique For Her That Opened in 2014 VESTIQUE 1532 East Blvd.

Charlotte | 28203 | 704.910.6426 Vestique.com BEST Boutique for Him ONWARD RESERVE 4149 Park Rd., Ste 160 Charlotte | 28209 | 980.237.6111 OnwardReserve.com BEST Boutique For The Price BLUSH BOUTIQUE 1504 Camden Rd. Charlotte | 28203 | 704.375.7585 BlushDolls.com BEST Boutique On Wheels CIRCA 360 If there is a penchant for timeless apparel and accessories, explore premium collections within the premier mobile fashion boutique of the Carolinas. Accessibility of Circa360 will not only revitalize your fashion intuition, it will stimulate your senses.

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BEST Bridal Boutique NEW YORK BRIDE & GROOM 4618 South Blvd.

Charlotte | 28209 | 704.529.6400 NYBrides.com

BEST Coolest Kick Selection FRESH EXCLUSIVE SNEAKER BOUTIQUE 2001 Commonwealth Ave. Charlotte | 28205 | 704.335.0202 FreshExclusive.com

BEST Buy Makeup THE LALA GIRL 4123 Park Rd. Charlotte | 28209 | 704.521.5266 TheLalaGirl.com

BEST Costume Jewelry RITU SELECTS Concord | 28027 | 704.858.0782 RituSelects.com

BEST Casual Men’s Clothing OLE MASON JAR Charlotte | 980.202.2173 OleMasonJar.com FAVORITE Chicest Local Designer LUIS MACHICAO, MACHICAO COUTURE LLC LuisMachicao.com BEST Consignment Shop (Men) BEST First Rate Vintage Clothing BEST Top If Off - Hat Store REVOLVE CONSIGNMENT STORE 1222 East Blvd.

Charlotte | 28203 | 704.817.7845 RevolveCharlotte.com BEST Consignment Shop (Women) J.T. POSH CONSIGNMENT 2400 Park Rd., Ste 2A Charlotte | 28203 | 704.375.1334 JTPosh.com

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BEST Custom (To You) Clothing WILLIAM WILSON CLOTHING 109 W. Morehead St. Charlotte | 28202 | 704.269.8869 WilliamWilsonClothing.com BEST Cutting-Edge Fashion Boutique JUICIEST Jean Selection For Her BEST Sure Fire Bet (Place You Can Always Count On) LIPP BOUTIQUE As a contemporary women’s boutique, carries both clothing and accessories, which includes jewelry, makeup, purses, and shoes. The selection with varied price points encompasses all aspects of a wardrobe and makes Lipp Boutique a one-stop shop.

1111 Metropolitan Ave., Ste 160 Charlotte | 28204 | 704.370.2440 16836 Birkdale Commons Pkwy., Ste E Huntersville | 28078 | 704.655.1243 LippBoutique.com

Facials Waxing Threading chemical Peels iT is The smallesT momenTs ThaT revive The sPiriT and recaPTure your gloW.

“aWarding Winning sPa” voted Best Waxer, Facial, and esthetician in charlotte.

6324 Fairview Road, Suite 101 | Directly Across From SouthPark Mall Charlotte, NC 28210 | 980.406.3269 | lepetitspacharlotte.com call now to schedule your appointment

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BEST Designer Shades SALLY’S OPTICAL 1419 East Blvd., Ste C Charlotte | 28203 | 704.342.0123 SallysOptical.com BEST Dressing Up Your Pooch ALL PAWS GROOMING SALON 8475 Charlotte Hwy. Fort Mill | 29707 | 804.548.1001 BEST Dry Cleaners DRY CLEAN CITY Multiple Locations DryCleanCityCharlotte.com BEST Eye Brow Waxing BEST Facials To Die For LE PETIT SPA Le Petit Spa uses the best products possible; Priti will transform your face and your soul in just one visit.

6324 Fairview Rd., Ste 101 Charlotte | 28210 | 980.406.3269 LePetitSpaCharlotte.com BEST Fashion T-Shirt JOHNNY FLY CLOTHING 888.987.5359 JohnnyFlyClothing.com

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BEST Hair Color for the Price SALON M2 At Salon M2, we provide people a planet friendly atmosphere, while providing an excellent customer experience. They are a salon of professionals dedicated to raising the bar in our city.

8430 Rea Rd., Ste 140 Charlotte | 28277 | 980.939.1983 Salon-M2.com BEST Hair Salon PLATINUM HAIR BAR Whether you are a highly driven professional, super mom, academic all-star, struggling artist, businessman or sassy senior Platinum Hair Bar is the place.

Platinum Hair Bar is dedicated to providing the best services, experience and atmosphere.

13631 Providence Rd. Weddington | 28104 | 704.849.8069 PlatinumHairBar.com BEST Hair Salon That Opened in 2014 SALON 1226 Salon 1226 is located in the heart of Plaza Midwood. Edward Brown is Owner and head Stylist, he is Certified Hairdreams Extension Specialist and Color Whiz.

1226 Central Ave. Charlotte | 28204 | 980.237.4021 Salon1226.com

BEST Handbags To Hold BEST Shoe Lovers Heaven SHU 1426 S. Tryon St. Charlotte | 28203 | 704.372.6223 ShuSalon.com BEST Jeweler with the Brightest Bling DIAMONDS DIRECT 4521 Sharon Rd., Ste 101 Charlotte | 28211 | 704.532.9041 Diamonds-Direct.com BEST Leisure Loungewear BEST Lingerie Shop I.C. LONDON Great selection of comfy and sexy sleepwear. Extensive selection of bras including sizes from 30-46 and cup sizes A-M. Professional fitters will assist in finding the bra that will make you feel great and look stylish in your clothes.

4310 Sharon Rd., T13 Charlotte | 28211 | 704.377.7955 ICLondon.com

BEST Lovely Lashes LALA LASHES La La Lashes Eyelash Boutique is a high-end beauty boutique specializing in Xtreme semipermanent eyelash extensions.

They provide a full variety of Xtreme Lash Extensions, Natural Lash Lifts, customized brow shaping, waxing and threading techniques.

841 Baxter St., Ste 114 Charlotte | 28202 | 704.366.5274 LaLaLashesCharlotte.com FAVORITE Makeup Female Artist ANGIE COTTONE, SMASHBOX COSMETICS Facebook.com/Angie.Cottone FAVORITE Makeup Male Artist ARTHUR VENEGAS, RE SALON & MED SPA Arthur Venegas originally from San Francisco has been transforming and beautifying Charlotte for the last two years. His philosophy is: no matter what your style, you can’t go wrong with black lashes, solid lash-line, well groomed brows and fresh glowing skin.

1212 South Blvd.

Charlotte | 28203 | 704.334.8087 ReSalonAndMedSpa.com

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BEST Men’s Grooming FRESH SALON Fresh Salon Charlotte is a professional yet inviting Charlotte hair salon dedicated to providing clients with beautiful, healthy hair and quality products in a positive enjoyable atmosphere.

5349 Ballantyne Commons Pkwy., Ste 800 Charlotte | 28277 | 704.841.2100 AFreshSalon.com BEST Men’s Casual Friday Clothing BEST Neighborhood Boutique REVOLUTION If you are looking for the freshest fashion in the heart of Charlotte look no further than Revolution.

Knowledgeable staff will help you find the perfect outfit for every occasion.

227 East Blvd.

Charlotte | 28203 | 704.971.1990 ShopRevolution.com BEST Men’s Clothing THE SPORTING GENT 2848 Selwyn Ave. Charlotte | 28209 | 704.896.5600 TheSportingGent.com BEST Men’s Suits ABBEYDALE 116 W. 4th St. Charlotte | 28202 | 704.737.4274 HouseOfAbbeydale.com

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BEST Most Relaxing Spa CAROLINA AGE MANAGEMENT INSTITUTE (CAMI) CAMI provides Comprehensive Age Management by combining the most technologically advanced equipment and techniques in the most experienced and compassionate hands.

8712 Lindholm Dr., Ste 302 Huntersville | 28078 | 704.997.6530 CarolinaAgeManagement.com BEST Nail Salon POLISHED NAIL SALON Polished Nail Bar Charlotte is committed to delivering services that promote health, well-being, comfort and beauty. Sit back and enjoy a cool beverage while the professionals at Polished pamper you.

7864 Rea Road, Ste E Charlotte | 28277 | 980.819.8330 605 Providence Rd. Charlotte | 28207 | 704.375.3488 2041-F South Blvd.

Charlotte | 28203 | 704.954.0004 6700 Fairview Road Charlotte | 28210 | 704.643.9199 IPolished.com

BEST Nightlife Attire CHEZELLE 532 Governor Morrison St., Ste 120 Charlotte | 28211 | 704.365-4680 ShopChezelle.com BEST Out-Of-The Ordinary Finds B.D. JEFFRIES 720 Governor Morrison St., Ste 110E Charlotte | 28211 | 704.364.4004 BDJeffries.com BEST Place for Organic Brands of Clothing POOLE SHOP Poole Shop is Charlotte’s number one place to find organic clothing in Charlotte. If you are seeking something unique and environmentally friendly to add to your collection look no further than Poole Shop.

4010 Sharon Rd. Charlotte | 28211 | 704.553.8868

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BEST Place To Find Something You Didn’t Know You Needed SWEET REPEATS 300 East Blvd., Ste 2 Charlotte | 28203 | 704.372.0002 SweetRepeatsBoutique.com BEST Place to Get Framed (Optician Store) MY EYE DR. MyEyeDr. offers superior vision care using the latest technology and the highest quality lenses. We also have the area’s largest selection of value, designer and luxury eyewear and provide expert evaluation, fitting and follow-up care for contact lenses.

1960 Randolph Rd. Charlotte | 28207 | 704.716.2020 2550 W. Arrowood Rd., S130 Charlotte | 28273 | 704.522.8000 114 S. Tryon St. Charlotte | 28202 | 704.943.5115 MyEyeDr.com

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BEST Place To Learn (Beauty School) PAUL MITCHELL THE SCHOOL CHARLOTTE Backed by an expert staff with over 150 years of experience, Paul Mitchell offer industry-leading education, in the form of our cosmetology and cosmetology instructor programs.

1516 Elizabeth Ave. Charlotte | 28204 | 704.335.0060 Charlotte.PaulMitchell.Edu BEST Pregnant People Need Clothes Too ONE HOTT MAMA MATERNITY CONSIGNMENT 8514 Park Rd. Charlotte | 28210 | 704.421.5610 OneHottMamma.com BEST Running Shoes CHARLOTTE RUNNING COMPANY 1412 East Blvd., Ste G Charlotte | 28203 | 704.377.8786 CharlotteRunning.com BEST Shoe Repair DEAN’S SHOE REPAIR 2925 Selwyn Ave. Charlotte | 28209 | 704.334.8985

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BEST Smoothest Skin (Waxing) NUE WAX & BRAZILIAN NUE’ takes waxing to another level by catering to the exclusive needs of the modern waxed woman and man. The wax associates are professionally trained and provide a convenient solution to an everyday inconvenience.

1315 East Blvd., Ste 160 Charlotte | 28203 | 980.335.0000 NueBrowsToBrazilians.com FAVORITE Snippiest Female Stylist MICHELLE PELCMAN, PLATINUM HAIR BAR 13631 Providence Rd. Weddington | 28104 | 704.849.8069 PlatinumHairBar.com FAVORITE Snippiest Male Stylist JESSE SOPER, RE SALON & MED SPA Jesse Soper doesn’t just offer a one of kind haircut. He creates a hybrid of shapes and textures that show off each guests best features; while creatively hiding the ones they dislike.

1212 South Blvd.

Charlotte | 28203 | 704.334.8087 ReSalonAndMedSpa.com

Charlotte’s Premier waxing lounge, for the modern waxed woman and man.

Where GOING BARE is a necessity!

The Most Comfortable Wax Semi-Permanent Hair Reduction Services Vajazzling & Other Secret Services Brow Shaping & Restoration 3D Eyebrow Embroidery Organic Manicures & Pedicures 1315 East Blvd.

S160 Charlotte 28203 Located In The Heart Of Dilworth At Latta Pavilion 980. 335.0000 NueBrowsToBrazilians.com nuebrowstobrazilians @nuebeautebar

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BEST Spa for Body Treatments THE MED BOUTIQUE Med Boutique’s mission is to beautify Charlotte! Their team of ladies, led by Dr. Ashley, specializes in everything from medical skincare to injectables. They have complimentary consults.

980-237-1627 beautifycharlotte.com BEST Specialty Store BRIEF 1426 S. Tryon St. Charlotte | 28203 | 704.376.6612 ShopBrief.com BEST Sun Seeking Swimwear E MARTINI FINE LINGERIE & SWIMWEAR 532 Governor Morrison St., Ste 130 Charlotte | 28211 | 704.442.5535 BEST Tanning Salon ULTRATAN Multiple Locations www.UltraTanToday.com BEST Tanning Salon (Spray Service) BOTANICAL TANS 6324 Fairview Rd., Ste 112 Charlotte | 28210 | 704.299.6612 BotanicalTans.com

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BEST Tattoo Parlor FU’S CUSTOM TATTOOS 3200 N. Davidson St. Charlotte | 28205 | 704.376.4556 FUsCustomTattoo.com BEST That Little Black Dress (Where To Buy It) THE CHEEKY BEAN 14815 Ballantyne Village Way, Ste 105 Charlotte | 28277 | 704.543.8773 TheCheekyBean.com BEST Thrift Store BUFFALO EXCHANGE 1521 Central Ave. Charlotte | 28205 | 704.372.2300 BuffaloExchange.com BEST Unisex Boutique LUNA’S AT THE LAKE 19732 One Norman Blvd., Ste 340 Charlotte | 28031| 704.892-1004 LunasAtTheLake.Blogspot.com BEST Women’s Clothing KK BLOOM 2823 Selwyn Ave., Ste E Charlotte | 28209 | 704.919-1142 KKBloomBoutique.com BEST Workout Gear TRY SPORTS 9816 Rea Rd., Ste I Charlotte | 28277 | 704.544.4626 TrySports.com

FRESH SALON LON AT THE PROMENADE ON PROVIDENCE 5349 BALLANTYNE COMMONS PKWY + SUITE 800 + CHARLOTTE www.AFRESHSALON.com

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BEST Alternative Fitness POLE DANCE CHARLOTTE 1127 S. Mint St., Ste B Charlotte | 28203 | 704.334.4448 PoleDanceCharlotte.com FAVORITE Ass Kicking Female Personal Trainer EMILY BREEZE ROSS, MOGA CHARLOTTE 2108 South Blvd., Ste 202 Charlotte | 28203 | 980.224.7172 MogaCharlotte.com FAVORITE Ass Kicking Male Personal Trainer JAY JOHNSON, MUSCLE LAB PERFORMANCE Jay Johnson is an award winning personal trainer, fitness model and writer based out of Charlotte, NC. Training for ten years, Jay has bettered the bodies of a wide variety of clientele from Miss USA pageant contestants, to competitive bodybuilders (bodybuilding/ physique/bikini/figure), to top strength and endurance athletes.

JayJohnsonMLP.com

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BEST Bicycle Shop UPTOWN CYCLES 1432 W. Morehead St. Charlotte | 28208 | 704.632.7440 UptownCyclesCharlotte.com BEST Biking Trails BEST Ride The Rapids U.S. NATIONAL WHITE WATER CENTER 5000 Whitewater Center Pkwy.

Charlotte | 28214 | 704.391.3900 USNWC.org BEST Body Treatment VOCISPA 7808 Rea Rd., Ste F Charlotte | 28277 | 704.752.8030 VociSpa.com BEST Boot Camp For Females MOGA CHARLOTTE 2108 South Blvd.

Charlotte | 28203 | 980.224.7172 MogaCharlotte.com

BEST City Park FREEDOM PARK 1900 East Blvd.

Charlotte | 28203 CharMeck.org BEST Disc Golf REEDY CREEK PARK 2900 N. Rocky River Rd. Charlotte | 28215 | 704.323.9102 CharMeck.org BEST Fitness Center For The Money BEST Gym To Socialize FITNESS CONNECTION Multiple Locations FitnessConnectionUSA.com BEST Golf Course (Private) QUAIL HOLLOW COUNTRY CLUB 3700 Gleneagles Rd. Charlotte | 28210 | 704.552.1800 QuailHollowClub.com BEST Golf Course (Public) TEGA CAY GOLF CLUB 15083 Molokai Dr. Tega Cay | 29708 | 803.548.3500 TegaCayGolfClub.com

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FAVORITE Golf Pro CAMI BERHER, TEGA CAY GOLF CLUB 15083 Molokai Dr. Tega Cay | 29708 | 803.548.3500 TegaCayGolfClub.com BEST Gym that opened in 2014 PURE BODY CHARLOTTE 2102 South Blvd.

Charlotte | 28203 | 704.375.9891 PureBodyStudios.com BEST Gym With Best Equipment CHARLOTTE ATHLETIC CLUB 550 S. Tryon St., Ste 170 Charlotte | 28202 | 704.360.5234 101 N. Tryon St. Charlotte | 28280 | 704.440.4626 CharlotteAthleticClub.com BEST Intramural Sports SPORTS LINK 2131 Ayrsley Town Blvd., S200 Charlotte | 28273 | 704.449.9160 SportsLinkUS.com BEST Martial Arts CAMP ROCK MMA & FITNESS CENTER 105 Parr Dr. Huntersville | 28078 | 704.875.9501 TheRockMMA.com

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FAVORITE Nutritionist/Diet Coach CRISTINA GILLESPIE, MADABOLIC MADabolic Inc’s lead trainer and the Queen City’s most sought out Nutrition and Lifestyle consultant.

2610 South Blvd.

Charlotte | 28209 | 980.949.7263 MADabolic.com BEST Off The Ground (Place To Rock Climb) INNER PEAKS 9535 Monroe Rd., Ste 170 Charlotte | 28270 | 704.844.6677 InnerPeaks.com BEST Picture Worth a Thousand Words (Scenic Park) ROMARE BEARDEN PARK 300 S. Church St. Charlotte | 28202 | 704.432.4280 CharMeck.org

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BEST Pilates Studio Xtend Bar 1100 Metropolitan Ave., Ste 190 Charlotte | 28204 | 704.989.4777 XtendBar.com BEST Place To Jog SUGAR CREEK GREENWAY CharMeck.org BEST Place To Take Dance Lessons METROPOLITAN BALLROOM 2935 Providence Rd., Ste 200 Charlotte | 28211 | 704.364.1871 Metropolitan-Ballroom.com BEST Sporting Goods Store REI Multiple Locations Rei.com BEST Sports Facility VELOCITY SPORTS PERFORMANCE 10345 Nations Ford Rd. Charlotte | 28273 | 704.588.1770 VelocitySP.com

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BEST Sweat-Worthy Gym MADABOLIC INC. MADabolic Inc. is specifically designed to compliment any athletic lifestyle. This is the philosophy behind their brand and this confidence in their own program is what will continue to distinguish us them among a competitive pack.

2610 South Blvd.

Charlotte | 28209 | 980.949.7263 MADabolic.com BEST Swim Worthy (Best Pool Inside) HARRIS YMCA 5900 Quail Hollow Rd. Charlotte | 28210 | 704.716.6800 YMCAcharlotte.org BEST Take A Hike (Hiking Trails) CROWDER’S MOUNTAIN Kings Mountain | 28086 704.853.5375 | NCParks.gov

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BEST That Special Touch Massage RE SALON & MED SPA Re combines innovation in salon services with distinctive med spa services that exert the newest technology in facial resurfacing and laser treatments all the while providing an experience like no other.

1212 South Blvd.

Charlotte | 28203 | 704.334.8087 ReSalonAndMedSpa.com BEST Unique Fitness Center ULTIMATE GYM 401 E. 35th St. Charlotte | 28205 | 704.333.0071 Ultimate-Gym.com BEST Women’s Gym MADABOLIC INC. Not actually a ‘women’s only’ gym but is wildly considered Charlotte’s favorite among the high performing female fitness enthusiast.

2610 South Blvd.

Charlotte | 28209 | 980.949.7263 MADabolic.com

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BEST Yoga Clothing ENLIGHTEN YOGA 9852 Rea Rd., Ste D2 Charlotte | 28277 | 704.543.8000 EnlightenYogaCLT.com BEST Yoga Studio ARRICHION HOT YOGA 125 Winona St. Charlotte | 28203 | 704.201.4586 Arrichion.com FAVORITE Zumba Instructor STACY ANDERSEN CURRIE, FITNESS CONNECTION Charlotte | 704.361.6048 StacyCurrieFitness.com

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Ashton mixes classic design with upbeat modernism. It’s an emerging “it” spot – the ideal locale for the urban sophisticate who thrives on energy and seeks out the unique and intriguing. Here, just south of Uptown Charlotte, South End’s distinguished galleries, shopping, entertainment and dining district are just outside your door.

BEST BIG SPLASH (POOL) 2012 & 2015 BEST HIPPEST APARTMENT COMPLEX 2013, 2014 AND 2015 FAVORITE THE ONE WHO TAKES CARE OF IT ALL (CONCIERGE)

COME SEE WHAT EVERYONE IS TALKING ABOUT.

SOCIAL SPACES Start your day at the coffee bar or with a workout in the fitness club.

In the evening, entertain friends on the outdoor terrace or relax by the fire on the rooftop Sky Lounge.

• UNPARALLELED VIEWS OF UPTOWN • PRIVATE HDTV SCREENING ROOM • SPORTS LOUNGE WITH BILLIARDS • PREMIER RESIDENT SERVICES • GOURMET CATERING KITCHEN • ONE BLOCK FROM THE LYNX LIGHT RAIL

866.864.3247 125 W. TREMONT AVENUE // CHARLOTTE, NC 28203 // ASHTONSE.COM

BEST Antique Store THE SLEEPY POET 4450 South Blvd.

Charlotte | 28217 | 704.529.6369 SleepyPoetStuff.com BEST Art Supplies CHEAP JOE’S ART STUFF 1848 Galleria Blvd., Ste D Charlotte | 28270 | 704.845.2527‎ CheapJoes.com BEST Auto Body Repair WILBURN AUTO BODY SHOP Multiple Locations WilburnAB.com BEST Bed & Bath Linens COTTAGE CHIC 1232 East Blvd.

Charlotte | 28203 | 704.375.1888 CottageChicStore.com BEST Beer Brewing Supplies ALTERNATIVE BEVERAGE 4450 South Blvd.

Charlotte | 28209 | 704.527.2337 EBrew.com FAVORITE Business School WAKE FOREST MBA 200 N. College St., Ste 150 Charlotte | 28202 | 704.365.1717 WFU.edu

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BEST Cigar Store CHARLOTTE CIGAR CLUB 105 E. Morehead St. Charlotte | 28203 | 704.371.4000 CharlotteCigars.com

BEST Computer Repair PC DOCTOR’S COMPUTER REPAIR 3309 Eastover Ridge Dr., Apt 136 Charlotte | 28211 | 704.953.5645 NCPCDoctors.com BEST Cooking School JOHNSON & WALES UNIVERSITY 801 W. Trade St. Charlotte | 28202 | 980.598.1000 JWU.edu BEST Do It Yourself (Home Landscaping) LOWE’S HOME IMPROVEMENT Multiple Locations Lowes.com BEST Dog Supplies CANINE CAFÈ 125 Remount Rd. Charlotte | 28203 | 704.588.3647 CanineCafe.net BEST Electrician ANDREW ROBY ELECTRIC 2401 W. Morehead St. Charlotte | 28203 | 704.334.6447 RobyElectric.com BEST Exotic Florist ELIZABETH HOUSE 1431 South Blvd.

Charlotte | 28203 | 704.342.3920 ElizabethHouseFlowers.com

BEST Exterminator BLACK PEST PREVENTION 605 Springbrook Rd, Charlotte | 28217 | 704.522.9222 BlackPest.com BEST Fabric Store MODERN FABRICS 1504 Camden Rd., Ste 300 Charlotte | 28203 | 704.740.9675 Modern-Fabrics.com BEST Furniture Store INTERIOR MOTIVES Interior Motives is the premier location to seek Fresh and modern furniture and Interior Design Services.

They offer a wide range of products such as wallpaper, rugs, lighting, fabrics, home decor accessories, outdoor furniture and statuary, cowhides, home scenting oils, and unique gift and novelty items.

2425 South Blvd.

Charlotte | 28203 | 704.523.0935 InteriorMotives.ws BEST Gallery To Purchase Art CHARLOTTE ART LEAGUE 1517 Camden Rd. Charlotte | 28203 | 704.376.2787 CharlotteartLeague.org

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BEST Garden Supplies PIKE’S NURSERY 12630 N. Community House Rd. Charlotte | 28277 | 704.341.7453 PikesNursery.com BEST Hardware Store BLACKHAWK HARDWARE 4225 Park Rd. Charlotte | 28209 | 704.525.2682 BlackhawkHardware.com BEST Heating and Air Condition Service MORRIS JENKINS 1530 Center Park Dr. Charlotte | 28217 | 704.731.5557 MorrisJenkins.com BEST Hippest Apartment Building In South End BEST The Big Splash ( Pool In Charlotte) BEST The One Who Takes Care Of It All (Concierge) ASHTON SOUTH END At Ashton you can enjoy spectacular views from the 11th floor Sky Lounge complete with pool and sun deck.

Work out in the spa-inspired fitness club, and take advantage of the clubhouse, which features billiards, a screening room, and coffee bar with free Wi-Fi and so much more!

125 W. Tremont Ave. Charlotte | 28203 | 980.939.7468 AshtonSE.com

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BEST Hippest Apartment Building In SouthPark RESIDENCE AT SOUTH PARK 4300 Sharon Rd. Charlotte | 28211 | 704.930.0949 TheResidenceLiving.com BEST Hippest Apartment Building In Uptown THE VUE CHARLOTTE 215 N. Pine St. Charlotte | 28202 | 704.374.0089 VueCharlotte.com BEST Home Accessory Store BLACKLION 10635 Park Rd. Charlotte | 28210 | 704.541.1148 9751 Sam Furr Rd. Huntersville | 28078 | 704.895.9539 ShopBlacklion.com BEST Host/Hostess Gifts THE BOULEVARD AT SOUTH END 1440 S. Tryon St., Ste 100 Charlotte | 28203 | 980.219.7526 BlvdAtSouthend.com BEST Independent Bookstore PARK ROAD BOOKS 4139 Park Rd. Charlotte | 28209 | 704.525.9239 ParkRoadBooks.com BEST Knick Knacks (Unique Gift Store) RUBY’S GIFTS 3204 N. Davidson St. Charlotte | 28205 | 704.900.2389 RubysGift.com

Club Fetch is located in the heart of Charlotte’s Historic Southend and is proud to offer an upscale, exclusive, sanitary environment that will ensure your dog is pampered and content.

Your pup will be cared for as a member of the Club Fetch Family and will be showed the same love and care that they receive as a member of your family.

Play land and boarding highlights: *Play groups are set according to size and temperament, and we follow strict capacity limits *Rubberized flooring for your pups paw safety *Climate controlled *50” LED TV’s and music in all play and boarding areas for the music lovers and couch potatoes.

1710 Camden Rd., Charlotte, NC 28203 980.237.7778 | info@ClubFetch.com | ClubFetch.com Hours of operation: M-F 7AM to 7PM | Sa-Su 9AM to 6PM

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BEST Knitting Classes CHARLOTTE YARN 1235 East Blvd., Ste D If you are crazy about knitting or crocheting or want to learn how, stop by and visit their warm and friendly yarn shop located in the heart of Dilworth. You certainly will be inspired and encouraged, regardless of where you are in your craft.

Charlotte | 28203 | 704.373.7442 www.CharlotteYarn.com BEST Lighting Store LIGHTING & BULBS UNLIMITED 1300 S. Tryon St. Charlotte | 28203 | 704.602.0150 LightingAndBulbsUnlimited.com BEST Local Blog CHARLOTTEONTHECHEAP.COM CharlotteOnTheCheap.com BEST No Tobacco Here (Smoke Shop) HIGH LIFE SMOKES Multiple Locations HighLifeSmokes.com BEST Not Your Daddy’s Ride (Automobile Dealership) METROLINA AUTO GROUP 6010 Kenley Ln. Charlotte | 28217 | 704.705.2570 MetrolinaAutoGroup.com

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BEST Park For Men’s Best Friend FRASHIER DOG PARK 1201 W. 4th St. Ext Charlotte | 28202 | 704.432.4280 BEST Pearly Whites (Dentist) SOUTHEND DENTISTRY 1520 South Blvd.

Charlotte | 28203 | 704.335.8266 SouthendSmiles.com BEST Pet Grooming THE DOG SALON 1318 Central Ave. Charlotte | 28205 | 704.248.0991 TheDogSalon.com BEST Protect This House (Home Security) CPI SECURITY Multiple Locations CPISecurity.com FAVORITE Real Estate Agency THE MCDEVITT AGENCY The McDevitt Agency is Charlotte’s firm of top producing residential real estate brokers. The firm represents both buyers and sellers of existing and new construction properties as well as having a focus on luxury properties, developer services, and giving back to the community.

237 S. Tryon St. Charlotte | 28202 | 704.333.2475 TheMcDevittAgency.com

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FAVORITE Real Estate Agent (Female) JULIE TACHE, HOMES WITH CACHET With great experience as a Charlotte Realtor and servicing all areas in Mecklenburg County, Julie help’s both buyers and sellers meet their real estate objectives. She has extensive knowledge of each of the communities located in and around Charlotte, and she will work tirelessly on your behalf to make your next home buying or home selling experience a pleasant and successful one.

Charlotte | 28226 | 704.236.7536 HomesWithCachet.com FAVORITE Real Estate Agent (Male) SHANE MCDEVITT, THE MCDEVITT AGENCY Shane is broker and owner of The McDevitt Agency, which is located in the Center City near the square. With his vast experience and knowledge of the real estate market in Charlotte and surrounding areas he is the one to call when you are ready to make your move.

237 S. Tryon St. Charlotte | 28202 | 704.333.2475 TheMcDevittAgency.com

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BEST Running Wild (Doggie Day Care) CLUB FETCH All Doggie Concierge at Club Fetch have been carefully selected based on one important standard, the love of dogs. Each Doggie Concierge always has the safety and care of your furry family member in mind. They are passionate, professional and caring.

Each Doggie Concierge are certified in Pet First Aid and CPR to ensure the safety and health of your furry friend.

1710 Camden Rd. Charlotte | 28203 | 980.237.7778 ClubFetch.com BEST Stationery Store THE BUTTERCUP 343 Providence Rd. Charlotte | 28207 | 704.333.0544 TheButterCupCharlotte.com

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FUN NEIGHBORHOOD BAR AND PATIO CHECK OUT THE SIP CELLAR HOT AND OUTSTANDING BARTENDERS LIVE MUSIC ON TUES AND WED, DJ’S THU THROUGH MON NIGHTS! 200 NORTH TRYON STREET, S100 SIPcharlotte.com | 704.334.3315

BEST The Flyest Travel Agency MANN TRAVELS 4400 Park Rd. Charlotte | 28209 | 704.556.8311 MannTravels.com BEST Total Eye Care (Ophthalmologist) EYE CARE CENTER Multiple Locations EyeCareCenter.com BEST Traditional Home Stores HIGH COTTON HOME COMPANY 2137 South Blvd.

Charlotte | 28203 | 704.335.1220 HighCottonHomeCompany.com BEST Unclog The Drain (Plumber) AAA CITY PLUMBING 5362 Southhampton Rd. Charlotte | 28217 | 704.544.1909 AAACityPlumbing.com BEST Used Book Store THE LAST WORD 230 E. WT Harris Blvd., Ste 11 Charlotte | 28262 | 704.966.9673 TheLastWordCharlotte.com BEST Walk The Dog (Dog Walker) LITTLE FRIENDS PET SITTING 1516 Kenilworth Ave. Charlotte | 28203 | 704.340.8102 LittleFriendsPetSitting.com

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BEST Wax Job (Car Wash) AUTOBELL CAR WASH Multiple Locations Autobell.com BEST Wedding Designer J. MAJORS BRIDAL BOUTIQUE 2400 Park Rd. Charlotte | 28203 | 704.372.0082 JMajors.com FAVORITE Wedding Planner FARRAH PURSER, THE VINEYARD 160 W. Franklin Blvd.

Gastonia | 28052 | 704.547.1555 EventsAtTheVineyard.com BEST Where To Say I Do (Besides a Church) THE DAIRY BARN 288 Dairy Barn Ln. Fort Mill | 29715 | 803.548.7252 DairyBarn.com

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BEST 20% Or More (Best Service) RUTH CHRIS STEAK HOUSE UPTOWN 222 S. Tryon St. Charlotte | 28202 | 704.338.9444 Ruths-Chris.com BEST After Hours Hot Spot AMELIES FRENCH BAKERY & CAFE 2424 N. Davidson St. Charlotte | 28205 | 704. 376.1781 157 E. Main St. Rock Hill | 29730 | 803.403.9409 AmeliesFrenchBakery.com BEST Around The World (Place With International Vibe) BEST Dance Club OAK ROOM Oak Room open next to All American Pub, located in the heart of vibrant South End, with convenient access to the light rail.

Music, Dance, VIP and cocktails!

200 E. Bland St. Charlotte | 28203 | 704.779.6773 OakRoomCLT.com

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BEST Bachelor Party (The Place To Be) BEST Boys Night Out BEST On The Pole (Strip Club) MEN’S CLUB Voluminous, intoxicating beauty and a polished environment set the stage for business or pleasure; whether closing the deal or out for a Boys’ Night On the Town. Watch the big game on the big screen TVs, or stop by for a high class victory celebration.

444 Tyvola Rd. Charlotte | 28217 | 704.525.8525 MensClub.com BEST Bachelorette Party (The Place To Be) SLATE BILLIARDS Located in the same building as Oak Room and All American Pub they are open seven days a week 4 pm to 2am, They have drink special every day, always lots of special events going on and three levels of memberships are available, 200 E. Bland St. Charlotte | 28203 | 704.372.5255 SlateBilliardsCLT.com

BEST Bar Crawl Of The Year RICH & BENNETT’S ST. PATRICK’S DAY BAR CRAWL RichAndBennett.com BEST Bar That Open in 2014 DRAUGHT CHARLOTTE 601 S. Cedar St. Charlotte | 28202 | 704.375.7566 DraughtCharlotte.com BEST Bar To Meet Singles BEST Get The Night Started VBGB BEER HALL & GARDEN Charlotte’s Beer Hall and Garden/ Restaurant. There are over 30 craft and import beers on draft, full bar and amazing food. With spring in full bloom the perfect tim to enjoy Charlotte’s largest patio.

920 Hamilton St. Charlotte | 28206 | 704.333.4111 VBGBuptown.com

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BEST Beer Bar DUCKSWORTH GRILL AND BAR Multiple Locations DuckworthsGrillAndBar.com FAVORITE Brew Master ERIC MITCHELL, HEIST BREWERY HEIST BREWERY has quickly become one of Charlotte’s greatest destinations for craft beer, creative cocktails, and twisted eats. A Belgian centric brewpub located in the heart of NoDa, the Heist Brewery experience begins the moment you walk through the door.

They offer a modern yet rustic atmosphere, where new flavors of beer, wood-fired specialties and contemporary cuisine blend perfectly.

2909 N. Davidson St., Ste 200 Charlotte | 28205 | 704.375.8260 HeistBrewery.com FAVORITE Brewery (Charlotte Area) BEST Just Visiting (Place To Take You’re Out Of Town Friends) OLDE MECKLENBERG BREWERY 4150 Yancey Rd. Charlotte | 28203 | 704.525.5644 OldeMeckBrew.com

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FAVORITE Brewery in Lake Norman D9 BREWERY A craft microbrewery with the purpose of brewing and sharing outstanding beer that unites people.

First envisioned in July 2009 over a pot of boiling water, their founders believed every person – and beer – has a story and decided to start a brewery where both could be shared.

11138-C Treynorth Dr. Cornelius | 28031 | 704.457.9368 D9Brewing.com FAVORITE Brewery In NoDa BIRD SONG BREWERY 2315 N. Davidson St. Charlotte | 28205 | 704.332.1810 BirdSongBrewery.com FAVORITE Brewery In South End TRIPLE C BREWERY 2900 Griffith Rd. Charlotte | 28203 | 704.372.3212 TripleCBrewing.com

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FAVORITE Brewery That Opened In 2014 SYCAMORE BREWERY 2161 Hawkins St. Charlotte | 28202 | 704. 910.3821 SycamoreBrew.com BEST Club For Music LABEL BEST VIP Lounge THE IVY LOUNGE, LABEL 900 NC Music Factory Blvd., Ste B6 Charlotte | 28206 | 704.281.2612 LabelCharlotte.com BEST Club With Most Attractive Crowd BEST Girl’s Night Out BEST Private Club LARGEST Selection of Cocktails BUBBLE CHARLOTTE 210 E. Trade St., Ste 200A Charlotte | 28202 | 704.733.9427 BubbleCharlotte.com

FAVORITE Amber Beer BUCKSHOT AMBER ALE, NATTY GREENE NattyGreenes.com FAVORITE Brand Of Beer BUDWEISER Budweiser.com FAVORITE Import Beer STELLA ARTOIS StellaArtois.com FAVORITE IPA Beer HOP, DROP “N ROLL FAVORITE Porter Beer COCO LOCO NODA BREWERY NoDaBrewery.com FAVORITE Light Beer BUD LIGHT BudLight.com

BEST College Hangout BLIND PIG 453 E. 36th St. Charlotte | 28205 | 980.819.9942 TheBlindPigNODA.com

FAVORITE Marzen MECKTOBERFEST FAVORITE Pilsner CAPTAIN JACK PILSNER OLDE MECKLENBERG BREWERY OldeMeckBrew.com

BEST Dive Bar THE THIRSTY BEAVER 1225 Central Ave. Charlotte | 28204 | 704. 332.3612

FAVORITE Pale Ale JALAPENO PALE ALE BIRDSONG BREWERY BirdSongBrewery.com

FAVORITE Stout Beer CROSS POLEN NATION, HEIST BREWERY HeistBrewery.com FAVORITE Wheat Beer 312 URBAN WHEAT ALE, GOOSE ISLAND BREWERY GooseIsland.com FAVORITE Bourbon JACK DANIELS JackDaniels.com FAVORITE Gin HENDRICK’S GIN HendricksGin.com

FAVORITE Rum KRAKEN KrakenRum.com FAVORITE Scotch DEWARS Dewars.com FAVORITE Shot FIREBALL WHISKEY FireballWhisky.com FAVORITE Tequila DON JULIO TEQUILA Diageo.com

FAVORITE Vodka TITO’S Vodka TitosVodka.com BEST Gay/Lesbian Spot CATHODES AZURE CLUB 1820 South Blvd., Ste 106 Charlotte | 28203 | 704.823.6066 CathodeAzure.com BEST Hookah Lounge ISTANBUL HOOKAH LOUNGE 138 Brevard Ct. Charlotte | 28202 | 704.333.5175 HookahIstanbul.com BEST Hotel Bar URBAN SIP WINE & SCOTCH BAR, RITZ CHARLOTTE 201 E. Trade St. Charlotte | 28202 | 704.547.224 RitzCarlton.com BEST Karaoke JACKALOPE JACKS RESTAURANT & BAR 1936 E. 7th St. Charlotte | 28204 | 704.347.1918 JackalopeJacks.com

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BEST Lounge Lizard SOUL GASTROLOUNGE 1500-B Central Ave. Charlotte | 28205 | 704.348.1848 SoulGastrolounge.com BEST Magical Martini Menu SYDNEY’S MARTINI AND WINE BAR 401 N. Tryon St., Ste 104 Charlotte | 28202 | 704.503.9060 SydneysMartiniAndWineBar.com BEST Margarita Menu VIDA VIDA 210 E. Trade St., Ste 104A Charlotte | 28202 | 704.971.0762 TheVidaVida.com BEST Most Smoke Worthy (Cigar Lounge) CHARLOTTE CIGAR CLUB 105 E. Morehead St. Charlotte | 28202 | 704.371.4000 CharlotteCigars.com FAVORITE Neighborhood Bar (Ballantyne) BRADSHAW SOCIAL HOUSE 8440 Rea Rd. Charlotte | 28277 | 704.543.7351 BradshawSocialHouse.com

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FAVORITE Neighborhood Bar (Dilworth) BAKERSFIELD EAST BLVD Serving up authentic, Mexican street fare, and a selection of over 100 tequilas and American whiskeys. Bakersfield is a spot where the food is simple, the service is warm and the atmosphere is alive.

1301 East Blvd.

Charlotte | 28203 | 980.938.8565 BakersfieldTacos.com FAVORITE Neighborhood Bar (Lake Norman) HICKORY TAVERN Their unique brand of casual dining, lively bar atmosphere, and sports enthusiasm provides the perfect destination no matter what time of day. Plus, with numerous area locations, there is sure to be one close by!

9526 Birkdale Crossings Dr., Ste 30 Huntersville | 28078 | 704.897.8490 TheHickoryTavern.com FAVORITE Neighborhood Bar (Matthews) TILTED KILT 1625 Windsor Square Dr. Matthews | 28105 | 704.845.2211 TiltedKilt.com

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FAVORITE Neighborhood Bar (Myers Park) BRAZWELL’S PREMIUM PUB Brazwell’s was named in loving memory of William Braswell “Braz” as he was known,. He lived everyday to the fullest, surrounded by good friends while enjoying life and toasting each other’s blessings. They hope that you can enjoy moments like that just like the “Braz” did at Brazwell’s Premium Pub! 1627 Montford Dr. Charlotte | 28209 | 704.523.3500 BrazellsPub.com FAVORITE Neighborhood Bar (NoDa) GROWLERS POURHOUSE 3120 N. Davidson St. Charlotte | 28205 | 704 910.6566 GrowlersPourhouse.com FAVORITE Neighborhood Bar (Plaza Midwood) PINT CENTRAL They feature Argentinian, American, and European-influenced tapas and entrées, custom crafted desserts, and beer-inspired cuisine. The majority of our products are organically and locally grown, and prepared in house!

1226 Central Ave. Charlotte | 28204 | 980.237.9108 Pint-Central.com FAVORITE Neighborhood Bar (South End) GIN MILL 1411 S. Tryon St. Charlotte | 28203 | 704.373.0782 Twitter.com/TheGinMill

FAVORITE Neighborhood Bar (SouthPark) TREEHOUSE WHISKEY & FORK Treehouse’s whimsical atmosphere will take you back to your childhood.

Rustic cedar walls, vintage tables, and reclaimed wood from Kentucky Whiskey cellars offer a warm environment.

Their enormous patio is an ideal place to enjoy dining with your friends.

4423 Sharon Rd. Charlotte | 28211 | 980.207.0949 Treehouse-Restaurant.com FAVORITE Neighborhood Bar (University) BAR LOUIE 8760 JM Keynes Dr. Charlotte | 28262 | 704.285.7010 BarLouieAmerica.com FAVORITE Neighborhood Bar (Uptown) FITZGERALD’S IRISH PUB Fitzgerald’s Irish Pub is an American sports bar with an Irish twist.

201 E. 5th St. Charlotte | 28202 | 704.900.8088 FitzgeraldsCharlotte.com BEST Nightspot For Celebrities SPORTS ONE LOUNGE & BAR 521 N. College St. Charlotte | 28202 | 704.733.9962 SportsOneCLT.com

BEST Place To Dance Your Booty Off ROXBURY NIGHTCLUB From the Creators of Breakfast Club, Roxbury is your 80s & 90s Nightlife HQ with two levels, beautiful heated patio, retro game room, VIP room with pool table with an awesome atmosphere!

116 W. 5th St. Charlotte | 28202 | 704.374.1982 RoxburyNightclub.com BEST S.I.N. Night SIP SIP is a two level establishment with the upstairs bar with a garage roll up door; the perfect place to do some people watching. Take the stairs down and you will find a lounge like no other, the perfect place to relax after a long week at work.

200 N. Tryon St. Charlotte | 28202 | 704.334.3315 SIPCharlotte.com LARGEST Selection Of Bottled Beer (Establishment) MAC’S SPEED SHOP Multiple Locations MacSpeedShop.com LARGEST Selection Of Bottled Beer (Retail) WHOLE FOODS 6610 Fairview Rd. Charlotte | 28210 | 980.213.2400 WholeFoodsMarket.com

LARGEST Selection Of Draft Beer CRAFT TASTING ROOM AND GROWLER SHOP 1320 S. Church St. Charlotte | 28203 | 980.207.3716 CraftGrowlerShop.com FAVORITE Sports Bar (Ballantyne) HICKORY TAVERN Hickory Tavern is the perfect place for a business lunch - or - lunch with the girls. It’s perfect for dinner after the kids’ baseball game - or - date night with that special someone.

12210 Copper Way, Ste 212 Charlotte | 28277 | 704.295.9009 TheHickoryTavern.com FAVORITE Sports Bar (Dilworth) DILWORTH NEIGHBORHOOD GRILLE What started as an idea for a small family restaurant/bar quickly became a hot gathering spot for all things Charlotte. Their unique space allows them to host multiple, large events in addition to our everyday lunch and dining hours.

911 E. Morehead St., Ste 200 Charlotte | 28204 | 704.377.3808 NeighborhoodGrille.com FAVORITE Sports Bar (Lake Norman) RUSTY RUDDER 20210 Henderson Rd., Ste 101 Cornelius | 28031 | 704.892.9195 TheRustyRudder.net

FAVORITE Sports Bar (Matthews) KRISTOPHERS SPORTS BAR 250 N. Trade St. Matthews | 28105 | 704.845.6200 Kristophers.com FAVORITE Sports Bar (Myers Park) BRAZWELL’S PREMIUM PUB Brazwell’s was named in loving memory of William Braswell “Braz” as he was known,. He lived everyday to the fullest, surrounded by good friends while enjoying life and toasting each other’s blessings. They hope that you can enjoy moments like that just like the “Braz” did at Brazwell’s Premium Pub! 1627 Montford Dr. Charlotte | 28209 | 704.523.3500 BrazellsPub.com FAVORITE Sports Bar (NoDa) SOLSTICE TAVERN 3221 N. Davidson St. Charlotte | 28205 | 704.342.2556 SolsticeTavern.com FAVORITE Sports Bar (Plaza Midwood) WHISKEY WAREHOUSE 1221 The Plaza, Ste A Charlotte | 28205 | 704.334.7005 WhiskeyCharlotte.com

FAVORITE Sports Bar (South End) BEST “In Crowd” Bar BEST Big Screen Sports Bar ALL AMERICAN PUB This pub takes traditional bar food to a new level by integrating the freshest ingredients into Classical Southern fare. Open for lunch, dinner, late night and features one of the area’s best Sunday Brunch Menus.

200 E. Bland St. Charlotte | 28203 | 704.370.2000 AllAmericanPubClt.com FAVORITE Sports Bar (SouthPark) TACO MAC 4625 Piedmont Row Dr., Ste 115 Charlotte | 28210 | 704.972.0503 TacoMac.com FAVORITE Sports Bar (University) BOARDWALK BILLY’S RAW BAR & RIBS 9005 J M Keynes Dr., Ste 2 Charlotte | 28262 | 704.814.7427 FAVORITE Sports Bar (Uptown) BLACKFINN AMERIPUB SALOON 210 E. Trade St., Ste 120B Charlotte | 28202 | 704.971.4440 BlackFinnCharlotte.com

FAVORITE Sunday Night Place BEST After-Dinner Drinks BEST First Date Night To Hang CRAVE DESSERT BAR Crave Dessert Bar represents a new breed of Charlotte evening entertainment. A progressive dessert boutique that evolves nightly into an upscale lounge catering to the desires of Charlotte’s late night enthusiasts.

500 W. 5th St., Ste 120 Charlotte | 28202 | 704.335.0588 CraveDessertBar.com FAVORITE Monday Night Place BUBBLE 210 E. Trade St., Ste 200A Charlotte | 28202 | 704.733.9427 BubbleCharlotte.com FAVORITE Tuesday Night Place BEST Riding The Bull (Country Saloon) WHISKY RIVER 210 E Trade St., Ste 208A Charlotte | 28202 | 704.749.1097 TheWhiskyRiver.com

FAVORITE Wednesday Night Place SUITE 210 E. Trade St., Ste 300A Charlotte | 28202 | 704.971.7878 SuiteCharlotte.com FAVORITE Thursday Night Place BAKERSFIELD EAST BLVD Serving up authentic, Mexican street fare, and a selection of over 100 tequilas and American whiskeys. Bakersfield is a spot where the food is simple, the service is warm and the atmosphere is alive.

1301 East Blvd.

Charlotte | 28203 | 980.938.8565 BakersfieldTacos.com FAVORITE Friday Night Place LEROY FOX 705 S. Sharon Amity Rd. Charlotte | 28211 | 704.366.3232 LeroyFox.com

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FAVORITE Saturday Night Place PROHIBITION 200 N. Tryon St. Charlotte | 28202 | 704.358.4244 ProhibitionCLT.com BEST The Scene (Place To See All Your Friends) ALIVE AFTER FIVE, ROOFTOP 210 210 E. Trade St., Ste 300B Charlotte | 28202 | 704.526.0848 AliveAfterFives.com BEST Uptown Bar MORTIMER’S CAFÉ & PUB 210 E. Trade St., Ste 148C Charlotte | 28202 | 704.688.0366 MortimersPub.com FAVORITE Wine Night Out To Save a Buck (Ballantyne) D’VINE WINE 14815 Ballantyne Village Way, Ste 240 Charlotte | 28277 | 704.369.5050 DVineWineCafe.com

FAVORITE Wine Night Out To Save a Buck (Dilworth) CU COOPER WINE BAR, 131 MAIN 1315 East Blvd.

Charlotte | 28203 | 704.499.9824 131-Main.com FAVORITE Wine Night Out To Save a Buck (Lake Norman) CORKSCREW Huntersville | 28078 | 704.987.0011 TheScrewCrew.com FAVORITE Wine Night Out To Save a Buck (Matthews) GRAPES WINE BAR 2233 Matthews Township Pkwy.

Matthews | 28105 | 704.845.0524 GrapesWineBar.net FAVORITE Wine Night Out To Save a Buck (Myers Park) REID’S FINE FOODS 2823 Selwyn Ave. Charlotte | 28209 | 704.377.1312 Reids.com

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FAVORITE Wine Night Out To Save a Buck (NoDa) DOLCE VITA 3205 N. Davidson St. Charlotte | 28205 | 704.334.1052 DolceVitaWines.com FAVORITE Wine Night Out To Save a Buck (Plaza Midwood) THE WINE PALETTE 1308-C The Plaza Charlotte | 28205 | 704.334.3111 TheWinePalette.com FAVORITE Wine Night Out To Save a Buck (South End) WINE LOFT 2201 South Blvd.

Charlotte | 28203 | 704.919.0222 WineLoftCharlotte.com

FAVORITE Wine Night Out To Save a Buck (SouthPark) J. SAM’S 4625 Piedmont Row Dr. Charlotte | 28210 | 980.406.3761 JSamsPlace.com FAVORITE Wine Night Out To Save a Buck (University) WINE VAULT 9009 J M Keynes Dr., Ste 1 Charlotte | 28262 | 704.548.9463 HeadWino.com FAVORITE Wine Night Out To Save a Buck (Uptown) THE WOODEN VINE 231 N. Tryon St. Charlotte | 28202 | 704.376.8463 TheWoodenVine.com

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