Best of La Jolla 2011

2011 · 13TH ANNUAL EDITION

LA JOLLA’S ORIGINAL READERS POLL pictured are just a few of the first place winners

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Here are the results of La Jolla Light’s online Readers Poll for the 13th annual Best Of election for favorite local businesses, restaurants and people. You’ll find some of the same names listed as in years past, as well as some new places on the La Jolla scene, and some who took honors in more than one category.

Congratulations to all the winners and the second-place and third-place finishers — and thanks to all our readers who took the time to vote.

As you peruse the list, remember the merchants, restaurateurs, hoteliers and professionals listed here are what make The Jewel a great place to live, work and visit. Please support them by shopping and dining at and frequenting their establishments.

BEST: new restaurant breakfast brunch lunch

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BEST: burger family restaurant restaurant outdoor restaurant dessert american chinese

Kathy Day Editor

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BEST: sushi cafe seafood mediterranean mexican

Voted Best Seafood

and one of the best take out and sandwiches Serving La Jolla treats from the deep for over 35 years 627 Pearl Street 858.456.CLAM (2526) Open 7 Days

Market & Seafood Cafe

www.elpescadorfishmarket.com

Thank You La Jolla

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BEST: french coffee shop italian thai bakery

BEST: hair salon yoga day spa men’s formal wear shoes

BEST: pharmacy rugs take out ice cream/ frozen yogurt catering wedding venue health club

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BEST: insurance agents travel agency hotel grocery furniture

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BEST: men’s apparel eyewear/ sunglasses women’s boutique jewelry

PAGE 18 BEST: dry cleaner art gallery florist bank housekeeping

BEST: senior living contractor dentist

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BEST: cosmetic surgeon dermatologist financial planner trainer

THANK YOU for voting us

BEST PIZZA

617 Pearl · pizzaonpearl.com

WE DELIVER 858.729.0717

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Thank You La Jolla!

Gratitude

in the language of flowers the bellflower stands for

Voted Best Burger and Voted Best Take Out

A

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Thank You La Jolla for voting us “Best Florist” Year over Year!

www.burgerlounge.com

DELICIOUS. GOOD FOR YOU. GRASS-FED BEEF.

7766 Girard Avenue | La Jolla | 858.454.0146 | adelaides.com

80+ classes/week | experienced & inspiring teachers

Thank you to our wonderful community for your enthusiasm, appreciation, and presence supporting us.

UPCOMING EVENTS: Fall Restorative Series with Roger Cole

Now through - December 19 | newcomers welcome

Raja Yoga Immersion & Teacher Training

January 7 - August 12, 2012 | one weekend/month

It has been so meaningful to share this vision of heart-filled community, health, serenity, and beauty with all of you.

Anusara Yoga Teacher's Training with Michael Fukumura

Jeanie Carlstead

Restorative Yoga Teachers’ Course with Roger Cole, Ph.D.

La Jolla Yoga Center Founder/Director

January 14 - November 4, 2012

Level I: Feb 10-12, 2012 | Level II: Feb 24-26, 2012

Classes & Workshops for All

The Core Conversation with David Whyte

beginners | meditation | restorative

February 17 & 18, 2012

prenatal | kids | high school | silver age

Power Yoga Master Class with Bryan Kest

all welcome | no experience needed

March 17, 2012

7741 Fay Avenue | 858.456.2412 | www.lajollayogacenter.com

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new restaurant

breakfast

photo by alicia santistevan

1

Crab Catcher Market Café

2

Panera Bread

Thank you La Jolla Light readers for voting for our new Market Café.

Stop in and visit our gift shop, fresh fish counter, or have a quick lunch.

BEST

3

Rubio’s Fresh Mexican Grill

photo by alicia santistevan

1

Harry’s Coffee Shop

2

The Cottage

Thank you La Jolla for voting us Best Breakfast. We have enjoyed being part of the community for over 50 years.

BEST

brunch

3

lunch

photo by pearl preis

1

La Valencia Hotel

2

Beaumont’s

On the behalf of the La Valencia family we would like to say thank you to the community for voting us Best Hotel, Best Wedding Venue and Best Brunch!

We are honored by your show of support and look forward to creating many more memories with you.

3

Brockton Villa

Brockton Villa

photo by pearl preis

1

Aroma Café

2

George’s at the Cove

Thank you La Jolla! We appreciate your votes and will continue to provide the community with delicious food and excellent service.

3

Girard Gourmet

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Frank Marshall’s Independence Day It may not have been the 4th of July, but for this former U.S. Navy Lieutenant, the day he discovered Casa de Mañana’s oceanfront retirement living was truly liberating.

Now he’s just steps from the sea in La Jolla, and Casa affords him the freedom to enjoy everything he loves, like walks along Coast Boulevard and devouring the latest news in science, business and world events. You can read more of Frank’s story at casademanana.org.

To schedule a visit, please call 800.959.7010, or drop by 849 Coast Blvd., La Jolla, CA. Historic landmark Ocean view villas 1 & 2 bedroom and studio residences Care on site European-inspired courtyards Ocean view dining

We’re an equal opportunity housing provider.

License 374600801

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BEST

burger

1 2 3

George’s at the Cove The Steakhouse at Azul NINE-TEN

BEST

photo by © Ramsay Photography

1

Burger Lounge

2

Smashburger

All of us at Burger Lounge are humbled by your vote. We thank you for your gracious support.

BEST

3

Bubba’s Smokehouse BBQ

family restaurant

1 2 3

AR Valentien at The Lodge at Torrey Pines Brockton Villa

The French Gourmet Girard Gourmet

1

Beaumont’s

2

Barbarella’s

We are very honored to have been chosen as the Best Family Restaurant and Best American Food. My husband and I are so grateful for the continual support we receive from friends, family and our community as a whole.

3

The Cottage

1 2 3

american

Beaumont’s Harry’s Coffee Shop Karl Strauss

BEST photo courtesy of Beaumont's

dessert

Michele Coulon Bakery

BEST

1 2 3

outdoor restaurant

George’s at the Cove

BEST

1 2 3

restaurant

chinese

Mandarin House China Chef Fugu’s

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THANK YOU La Jolla!

We are honored to be voted amongst the best... thank you!

Best Cafe Now offering

Homemade Soups, Fresh Salads, Sandwiches & Entrees Fine Coffees & Pastries Outdoor Patio

12-6pm EVERYDAY $3 beer & wine $5 well drinks & margaritas

Ocean View Full Bar and Wine Bar Cigar Lounge

Happy Hour Specials!

$5 off any wine bottle hundreds of bottles to choose from

Lunch Specials · Happy Hour · Open 7 days 11 am-10 pm

LA JOLLA’S DESSERT HEADQUARTERS

www.basilthaisd.com BIRDROCK-LA JOLLA · 858-456-7889 5525 La Jolla Blvd. · SD, CA 92037

International Bistro - French, Italian and Middle Eastern 1010 Prospect Street : 858.459.1187 : livingroomcafe.net Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner & Latenight - Open 6am til 2am

PACIFIC BEACH · 858-270-8424 · 1315 Garnet Avenue · SD, CA 92109 LA MESA · 619-460-8424 · 8680 Navajo #104 · SD, CA 92119

THANK YOU LA JOLLA FOR RECOGNIZING US!

Chateau La Jolla Inn offers an excellent choice of spacious studio, one or two bedroom apartments for today’s independent seniors, 55 years of age or better looking for an exceptional living environment.

Amenities include: fine dining, weekly housekeeping, free parking, 24-hour concierge, courtesy transportation Lease a one bedroom apartment before Dec. 31, 2011 and receive $1,000 off your 12th month’s rent, plus 1 month FREE meal plan ($1,375 value!)

No “buy-in” or entrance fees ever!

Call Kimberlee today to see what real senior living should be! 858-459-4451 233 Prospect Street : La Jolla 92037 : www.chateaulajollainn.com

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BEST

margarita

pizza

photo by alicia santistevan

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Alfonso’s

Thank you, La Jolla, for your support over the past 40 years. We'll continue to provide quality food and service in the community.

3

Su Casa

BEST

Jose’s Court Room

photo by alicia santistevan

1

Pizza on Pearl

2

Extreme Pizza

What a great second anniversary present! Everyone at Pizza On Pearl would like to thank you for voting us Best Pizza in La Jolla.

BEST

sandwich

3

steak

photo courtesy of Fleming's

photo by alicia santistevan

1

Girard Gourmet

2

El Pescador

We love La Jolla and its residents. We are happy to be voted No. 1. We are committed to providing fresh organic produce from our garden to your table.

3

Bubba’s Smokehouse BBQ

Carino’s

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Fleming’s

Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar is an exceptional dining experience featuring the finest prime steak and 100 wines by the glass.

The Steakhouse at Azul

3

AR Valentien at The Lodge at Torrey Pines

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Thank You =

for recognizing Season’s at La Jolla

CARE FOR E V E RY S E A S O N . . .

Alzheimer’s Care - The leader in Dementia related care & assisted living 6211 La Jolla Hermosa Avenue · La Jolla, California · (858) 456-8619 · www.seasonsatlajolla.com Lic. #374601248

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BEST

sushi

seafood

photo by alicia santistevan

1

Sushi on the Rock II

2

Zenbu

Thanks to the La Jolla Light readers and to everyone in the community for voting Sushi on the Rock Best Sushi in La Jolla. You Rock!

BEST

3

Aloha Sushi

photo by alicia santistevan

1

El Pescador

2

Crab Catcher

Thank you to the community for making El Pescador a La Jolla tradition for more than 35 years.

BEST

cafe

1 2 3

photo by alicia santistevan

1

Brick & Bell Café

2

The Living Room Café

The Marine Room

mediterranean

Marketplace Grill Piatti Marrakesh

BEST

1 2 3

3

mexican

Alfonso’s Su Casa Don Carlos

Super nice. Thanks!

3

Come On In Café

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Thank you La Jolla for voting us one of the best!

Men’s Formal Wear

Men’s Apparel

Congratulations to all the winners!

A BETTER DEAL TUXEDOS & SUITS Sales & Rentals

858.551.6044 369 Birdrock Ave. @ La Jolla Blvd. www.abdtuxedo.com

toast of the town toast the town family ownedof & operated since 1960

family owned & operated since 1960

toast of the town

family owned & operated since 1960

Serving Breakfast & Lunch Serving Breakfast Lunch to La Jollans for Over&50 Years! to La Jollans for Over 50 Years!

Winner of BEST BREAKFAST Thank you La Jolla!

Serving Breakfast & Lunch to La 7545 JollansGirard for Over 50 Years!

Avenue La Jolla, California 92037 7545 Girard Avenue La 7545 Jolla, California 92037 Girard Avenue

858.454.7381

harryscoffeeshop.com La Jolla, California 92037 858.454.7381

harryscoffeeshop.com 858.454.7381 OPEN DAILY 6AM - 3PM harryscoffeeshop.com OPEN 6AM 3PM FREE DAILY Parking in –back FREEDAILY Parking6AM in back OPEN – 3PM FREE Parking in back

7545 Girard Avenue La Jolla, California 92037

858.454.7381

Challenging Markets Demand the Best... harryscoffeeshop.com

OPEN DAILY 6AM – 3PM FREE Parking in back

Thanks La Jolla for recognizing us as #1 for a 3rd year running!

Specializing in Hedging Portfolios • Options • Commodities • Shorting • Active Trading

Call today to find out why Coastwise has been voted The #1 Financial Advisor…again.

(858) 454-6670 • WWW.COASTWISEGROUP.COM

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BEST

french

italian

photo by alicia santistevan

1

The French Gourmet

2

Tapenade

Thank you for voting for us! Even as culinary trends come and go, we are so lucky to still be a local favorite after all of these years!

BEST

3

Maitre D'

photo by alicia santistevan

1 2

Piatti Ristorante

Piatti Ristorante is La Jolla’s favorite Italian trattoria. Our rustic, flavorful cuisine, extensive wine list and welcoming atmosphere, make Piatti the perfect gathering place for friends and family.

La Dolce Vita

BEST

coffee shop

1 2 3

photo by alicia santistevan

1

Bird Rock Coffee Roasters

2

Pannikin

Café Milano

thai

Spice & Rice La Basil Thai Chedi Thai

BEST

1 2 3

3

bakery

The French Gourmet Brick & Bell Café Girard Gourmet

This is an honor not only for us but for our direct trade farming partners who work tirelessly all year to provide us with exquisite coffee.

3

Brick & Bell Café

LIKE US ON FACEBOOK

www.facebook.com/lajollalightnews

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Voted La Jolla’s Best Insurance Agent

INSURANCE Home & Auto · Business · Life · Long Term Care

Terry Hudkins INSURANCE AGENCY

858.454.0409

www.terryhudkins.com 8110 La Jolla Shores Drive La Jolla, CA 92037 Agent Lic# OC43790

Thank You for Caring About Us...

...We Care About You! Howard G. Milstein MD

& Associates

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THANK YOU FOR VOTING US AMONG THE BEST! Bird Rock Dental Philip Burgess, DDS H. Kent Reed, DDS Creating

BEAUTIFUL SMILES

for generations

Bird Rock Dental Advanced Laser Dentistry

La Jolla Dermatology & Cosmetic Surgery Center

Philip A. Burgess, D.D.S. and H. Kent Reed, D.D.S.

7334 Girard Avenue, La Jolla, CA • 858.454.8811 email: info@drmilstein.com

5731 La Jolla Blvd., La Jolla, CA 92037 Call Today: 858-459-0229 · www.birdrockdental.com

Thank you.

Best Hotel •

Best Wedding Venue •

Best Brunch

www.lavalencia.com 1132 Prospect Street La Jolla, CA

•

858.454.0771

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BEST

pharmacy

1 2 3

Burger Lounge Bubba’s Smokehouse BBQ El Pescador AND Girard Gourmet

BEST

photo by pearl preis

1 2

Burns Drugs

All of us at Burns feel the community is our family. We are proud to be part of your health care team and sincerely appreciate your support and loyalty to Burns Drugs.

3

CVS

BEST

Pharmaca

rugs

1 2 3

Froglander’s Cold Stone Creamery

Giuseppe Girard Gourmet

1

San Diego Rugs

2

Aja

We are so grateful and appreciative of the continued support from the community of La Jolla. Thank you for voting us Best Rugs.

3

Prospect Rug

1 2 3

wedding venue

La Valencia Hotel Darlington House Cuvier Club AND The Lodge at Torrey Pines

BEST photo by brittany comunale

catering

The French Gourmet

BEST

1 2 3

ice cream/frozen yogurt

Baskin Robbins

BEST

1 2 3

take out

health club

24 Hour Fitness La Jolla Sports Club Bird Rock Fit

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tHAnK You LA JoLLA for your votes for Best Insurance Agent

Nigel Mallett, Agent Auto · Home · Business

the only Farmers Agent in La Jolla

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THANK YOU FOR

VOTING US BEST CAFE

AND YOUR VOTES FOR

BEST BAKERY AND BEST COFFEE

Call for a free insurance quote, & receive a Farmers Auto Accident Kit (one per household) 858-454-3225 · www.farmers.com/nmallett 7946 ivanhoe Avenue, #211 · La Jolla, CA 92037

WoooHooo!

Thank You, La Jolla!

Unique Jewelry & More...

A treasure hunt!

Prices from $5-$5,000 • Estate and Vintage • Local Artists • Silver, Gold & Copper • Colored Gems

• • • • •

Ornaments Gift Items Souvenirs Custom Design Repairs

858.344.5928

YOU are the best!

See ya at the Holidays,

xoxox - LindaJ

1237 Prospect St. • Suite B • La Jolla 92037 · jewelsbythesea.biz · 858.459.5166

928 Silverado Street

WE SOLD OVER

120,000 SCONES LAST YEAR!

IN-HOUSE ALSO: B A K E R Y SANDWICHES, LATTES, MOCHAS

& CAPPUCCINOS

SALADS

& SOUPS

Thank You for Voting for Us! Best Men’s Apparel & Best Men’s Formal Wear

Voted one of the

BEST BrEakfaST and

BEST faMILY

restaurants in La Jolla Voted THE BEST 10 Years in a Row!

Thank you for your continued support!

We appreciate you!

Patio & Cottage Dining In La Jolla Open for Breakfast & Lunch Everyday 7:30am to 3pm

858-454-4222 | 7750 Girard Ave | La Jolla, CA 92037 | www.ascotshop.com

7702 Fay Avenue · 858.454.8409 · www.cottagelajolla.com

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BEST

men’s apparel

women’s boutique

photo by alicia santistevan

1

Ascot Shop

2

Armani

We are very grateful and appreciative for all the support from our wonderful friends and clients who keep coming back after all these years.

BEST

3

A Better Deal

eyewear/sunglasses

photo courtesy of Kerut

1

Kerut

2

Sigi’s Boutique

Thank you for voting KERUT No. 1 Women’s Boutique! Your support means the world to us. KERUT continues to innovate so to provide you with the best, most unique shopping experience!

BEST

3

jewelry

photo by alicia santistevan

1

La Jolla Optique

2

Dr. Trainer

The next best thing to the gift of sight is being voted La Jolla's Best Optical.

Thanks to La Jolla Light readers and our clients.

3

Optical Shop of Aspen

La Donna

photo by alicia santistevan

1

Bowers Jewelers

2

Jewels by the Sea

We would like to express our gratitude. It is an honor to be an award-winning business, however it is more important to us that we are a part of this community.

3

CJ Charles

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Our clients are also our neighbors and friends.

We would like to thank them all for the opportunity to be of service.

Thank you La Jolla for voting us

Best Insurance Agent

7855 Ivanhoe Ave., Ste. 317 • La Jolla, CA 92037

858.456.2266

BEST ITALIAN & BEST MEDITERRANEAN

OUR

E M E R T THANKS EX

We’ll Cheers to That!

FOR VOTING US ONE OF THE BEST!

Award-Winning Pizzas

Fresh Salads · Monster Subs · Beer & Wine

Thank you for voting Piatti

858.729.1910 834 Kline Street

SCAN WITH YOUR SMARTPHONE TO LIKE US ON FACEBOOK

Next to The Cottage Let us cater your next event!

: Extreme Pizza La Jolla : Extremepizzalj

www.lajollaextremepizza.com

2182 Avenida De La Playa, La Jolla, Ca 92037 858.454.1589 | www.piatti.com

Voted Best Jewelry Store in La Jolla Thank you La Jolla for 25 great years, and for voting for us the best sandwich, bakery, catering and deli. ups s & So d la a S s Fabulou & Pies s e k a us C Delicio ng Cateri y a d li Ho t ake-ou T y s a E

The Staff of Bowers Jewelers thanks you for your continued support

Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner Catering • Custom Cookies

• Larry & Sheila Combe

• Gabrielle Gonzalez

• Joel Studer

• Nancy Gonzalez Manero

• Martha Sanchez

• Rita Schipper

Open Mon - Sat 7am-8pm and Sunday 7am-7pm

• Christopher Janke

• Ron Laseak

• Michael Gonzalez

• Erik Mertz

• Grace Witteman-Bragg

• K-ann Montante

7860 Girard Avnue | La Jolla, CA 92037 | 459-3678

7837 Girard Avenue 858.454.3325 www.girardgourmet.com

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BEST

dry cleaner

florist

photo by alicia santistevan

1

Margaret’s

2

La Jolla Cleaners

We are honored to be acknowledged by the residents of La Jolla. The owners, management and staff are grateful for the continued support.

BEST

3

Lele’s

photo by alicia santistevan

1

Adelaide’s

2

Bridget’s Blooms

Adelaide’s is proud again to be Best Florist as we take such pride in all we do.

Thank you to our customers who are the best we could ask for. We are filled with gratitude for you!

BEST

art gallery

1 2 3

photo by alicia santistevan

1

Contemporary Fine Art

2

Alcala Gallery

Bloomers

bank

Wells Fargo Bank of America Chase

BEST

1 2 3

3

housekeeping

Merry Maids Rene’s of La Jolla The Maids

Thanks to our many loyal clients who have honored us by voting us Best Gallery in La Jolla. We invite you to stop by and say hi and see what's new.

3

Quint Gallery

La Jolla Light lajollalight.com in print weekly

online daily

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THANKS La Jolla

for voting us one of the BEST!

EST. 1983

737 Pearl Street La Jolla Next to Dick’s Liquor 858.456.0462

eataburrito.com

Thank You La Jolla for voting us Best Rugs!

~ Urgent Sale

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Special Offer Bring this ad for an additional

10% OFF

any rug purchase through 11/30/11.

858.456.1647 1030 Wall Street, La Jolla, CA 92037

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Market

Cafe

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1298 Prospect Street La Jolla, California 92037 (858) 454-9587 www.crabcatcher.com

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BEST

hair salon

day spa

photo by alicia santistevan

1

Alessandro

2

Cristina Q

1

All our love to our clients!

BEST

photo by alicia santistevan

3

Model Call

2

SK Sanctuary

Thank you for selecting us again for the Best Day Spa! We are honored and will continue to do our best to live up to this special distinction!

The Lodge at Torrey Pines

BEST

yoga

1 2 3

photo courtesy of La Jolla Yoga Center

1

La Jolla Yoga Center

2

Bikram

Estancia La Jolla Hotel & Spa

men’s formal wear

Ascot Shop Armani A Better Deal

BEST

1 2 3

3

shoes

Euro Comfort LJ Shoe Gallery Rangoni

Thank you all who voted for us and who support us by being a part of LJYC. We are honored to be chosen by the community we hold so dear.

3

Prana

LIKE US ON FACEBOOK

www.facebook.com/lajollalightnews

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Thank You

CRISTINA O

LA JOLLA

VOTED ONE OF THE BEST SALONS IN LA JOLLA

CQ Salon 7592 Fay Avenue · La Jolla · next to Tapenade · 858-456-2602 Open Tuesday-Sunday · Walk-ins always appreciated

“many thanks.” (eleven to be exact) Our wonderful staff and nurses join us in thanking our dedicated spa and clinic clients for choosing us again and again for the last eleven years.

We are so grateful that you have recognized SK Sanctuary as the best medical day spa.

And we are also honored that Dr. Stephen M. Krant of SK Clinic is again the best plastic surgeon.

Thank you. Thank you. Thank you. Thank you. Thank you. Thank you.

Thank you. Thank you. Thank you. Thank you. And thank you.

CLINIC

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528 Nautilus Street La Jolla, CA 92037 858.454.3161 sk-clinic.com

SANCTUARY

6919 La Jolla Blvd.

La Jolla, CA 92037 858.459.2400 sk-sanctuary.com

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insurance agents

photo by alicia santistevan

1

La Jolla Insurance Services

Our clients are also our neighbors and friends. We would like to thank them all for the opportunity to be of service.

BEST

1 2 3

1

Nigel Mallett - Farmer's

Thank you for supporting my agency over the past 10 years. I look forward to working with the residents and businesses of La Jolla on all of their insurance needs.

travel agency

Worldview Travel Chayet Travel

1 2 3

La Valencia The Lodge at Torrey Pines Estancia

THANK YOU LA JOLLA!

for voting us one of the

BEST CHINESE FOOD!

CHINA CHEF Dine In • Take Out • Delivery

623 Pearl Street • La Jolla Phone: 858-454-7597 Fax: 858-454-1368 lajollachinachef.com Mon-Fri 11-9:30 · Sat 11-10

photo by alicia santistevan

1

Terry Hudkins - State Farm

My staff and I are honored to be recognized by our customers. We would like to thank them for voting us the Best in La Jolla.

grocery

Vons Jonathan’s Whole Foods

BEST

hotel

Now Offering a Gluten-Free Menu!

BEST

1 2 3

Cadence

BEST

1 2 3

photo by alicia santistevan

furniture

Seaside Home Roche-Bobois Etceteras

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Voted One of the Best Breakfast, Brunch & Outdoor Restaurants

a Jolla L u o Y k Than erous n e g r u o for y tion! apprecia

Brockton Villa R E S TA U R A N T

1235 Coast Boulevard www.brocktonvilla.com 858.454.7393

Breakfast & Lunch Daily 8am-3pm

Voted Best Family Restaurant and Best American Food We also have a pretty awesome bartender...

GAVIN

5662 La Jolla Blvd.

858-459-0474 beaumontseatery.com

Luxury Wardrobe Storage & Valet Service

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It is an honor and a privilege to be voted as La Jolla’s Best Dentist.

My staff and I take great pride in providing the best possible care to our wonderful family of patients.

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K a Alici ennedy K DDS (858) 454-6148 7334 Girard Ave · Suite 101 La Jolla 92037 www.AliciaKennedydds.com

Thank You La Jolla

Thank You

La Jolla Light Readers for Again Selecting Us

Best Dry Cleaner The Horst Family & our team of dedicated employees

We are honored to be chosen as La Jolla’s BEST PHARMACY again this year!

BurnsDRUGS & Home Health Care

“Pharmacy the way you remember it”

(866) 454-2375 • www.margarets.com San Diego • Orange County • Los Angeles • Las Vegas

Serving La Jolla Since 1952

7824 GIRARD AVENUE • LA JOLLA, CA 92037 (858) 459-4285 • burnsdrugs.com

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BEST

senior living

dentist

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Casa de Mañana

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Seasons at La Jolla

Casa de Manana would like to thank the readers of the La Jolla Light for their continued support in voting us Best Retirement Community for several years in a row.

BEST

3

Chateau La Jolla

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Dr. Alicia Kennedy

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Dr. Joseph D’Angelo

Dr. Kennedy and her entire staff are extremely honored to have been chosen as the best. Thank you.

BEST

contractor

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Dr. H. Kent Reed AND Dr. Philip Burgess

delivery service in La Jolla

photo courtesy of Beacham Construction

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Beacham Construction

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Dewhurst & Associates

We would like to thank the La Jolla community for voting us The Best Contractor in La Jolla. We are honored to receive your recognition and support and look forward to working with you in the future.

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Four by Four

1

United States Postal Service

YOU ARE ALWAYS NUMBER ONE !

Thank you to the men and women of the United States Post Office for their continued service of delivering the La Jolla Light to every household in La Jolla... through sun, rain, sleet, fog and high surf.

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Margarita & Mexican Food M U C H A S G R AC I A S

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Thank you for your votes!

THANK YOU LA JOLLA

– 3rd Consecutive Year –

for voting us one of the best!

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A NEW Luxury Optical Boutique

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Rene’s of La Jolla Experts in House Cleaning 858.455.0729 www.renesoflajolla.org

Mention this ad & receive a

20% DISCOUNT

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YOU ROCK La Jolla!

thank you for voting us

innovative

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creative

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traditional

BEST SUSHI “Thank-You La Jolla for voting us number one Sushi. It is because of our Loyal following and amazing staff that we are able to do what we love. The continued support and faith in us means so much.”

– Paul, Celeste and Ashley

Come visit Sushi on the Rock in The Ranch coming in December

Happy Hour 5:00-6:30pm Everyday

In Del Rayo Village 16089 San Dieguito Rd Rancho Santa Fe, 92067

1025 Prospect Street · La Jolla, CA · 858.459.3208 · www.sushiontherock.com

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plastic surgeon

financial planner

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Dr. Stephen M. Krant

I am honored to be voted the Best Plastic Surgeon for the past 11 years.

I believe that what sets us apart is the excellent patient care from our entire office and from SK Sanctuary, our award-winning medical day spa.

Dr. Robert Singer

BEST

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Dr. John Smoot

dermatologist

Dr. Susan Stuart

Voted one of the Best Health Clubs in La Jolla

Superior fitness classes, a superbly attentive professional staff, unmatched services and amenities, and the convenience of being in the heart of the village.

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THIS ONE'S ON US!

7-DAY PASS

to experience La Jolla Sports Club for yourself for a week.

First time local residents only. Special restrictions may apply. Must be 18 years or older. Offer expires 11/15/11.

CALL TODAY 858.456.2595

7825 Fay Ave, Suite 160, La Jolla 92037 www.lajollasportsclub.com

Scott Kyle - Coastwise Capital Group LLC

At Coastwise we are dedicated to providing world class, personalized investment services to our clients. Thank you for voting us the Best in La Jolla for the third consecutive year.

Frank Pedace Morgan Stanley Smith Barney

BEST

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Dr. Howard Milstein

Josh Liberty, LJSC Voted one the Best Trainers in La Jolla.

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Dr. Scott Boughton

Thank You for your support.

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Avelini Cortina III AND Matt Murphy JP Morgan Chase

trainer

Brandie Sharpe - Crossfit La Jolla/Sharpe Fitness AND Catherine Cox - Crossfit La Jolla/Sharpe Fitness Ethan Kopsch - Bird Rock Fit Josh Liberty - La Jolla Sports Club

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Thanks

for making our first 6 months so fun and special!

Thank you La Jolla for voting Beacham Construction

The Best Contractor in La Jolla.

We look forward to taking care of all of your construction needs and working with you in the future.

BEACHAM CONSTRUCTION INC. Lic #634238

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We thank our friends and neighbors, brides and grooms for voting Darlington House one of the Best Wedding Venues in La Jolla.

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Consider us for all your special events

VOTED BEST Bakery, Catering & French Restaurant & 2nd for Best Dessert

$25 3-COURSE PRIX FIXE DINNER MENU Served Tuesday - Saturday

Order your

Thanksgiving dinner today!

(858) 488-1725 · www.thefrenchgourmet.com Breakfast & Lunch Daily 8am - 3pm · Dinner Tues. - Sat. 4pm - Close 960 Turquoise Street · San Diego, CA 92109

Photo courtesy of Jim Stelluti

(858) 454-7625 · www.darlingtonhouse.com 7441 Olivetas Avenue · La Jolla · California 92037

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Fleming’s features the finest prime steaks and an award-winning list of 100 wines by the glass.

Join us for an evening with family and friends in our lively, relaxed atmosphere.

Thank You La Jolla Light Readers For Voting Us “Best Steak”

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