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ou, the voters, are who make Best of Chico a real community celebration. It’s your choices for favorite businesses, services, people and events that allows the CN&R to champion—with you—everything that makes Chico so special. Thanks to all our readers who voted and helped make this year’s contest a great success. This special Winners’ Issue is a follow-up to the 2021 Best of Chico issue that the CN&R called “The Comeback,” and it gives our winners a chance to thank the community for their support during these trying times. Look for them in this special pull-out section. Even though we were not able to celebrate with the winners at an in-person party this year, each first place finisher did receive a personalized 2021 Best of Chico plaque!
INSIDE: SPOTLIGHT ON THE WINNERS . . . . .4 READERS’ PICKS 2021 . . . . . . . .16 EDITORS’ PICKS 2021 . . . . . . . .19
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Celestino’s New York Pizza 101 Salem St., 896-1234
First Place: Best Pizza Celestino Gencarelli and Enzo Perri are the boys from Jersey who had a simple plan: Make the best authentic New York thin-crust pizza for the people of Chico. They did, and on April Fools’ Day in 1997 Celestino’s Pizza opened for business. Luckily for Chicoans it was no April Fools’ joke. There’s a reason they’ve been voted No. 1 Best Pizza in Chico by CN&R readers 17 times! The recipes are authentic and time-tested.
Almendra Winery & Distillery 925 Midway, Durham, 343-6893
First Place: Best Chef – Ann Leon First Place: Best Local Winery Bringing their wines and spirits together with delicious food and a great family friendly atmosphere, Almendra Winery & Distillery is less than 15 minutes from the heart of Chico. With award-winning chef, Ann Leon, Almendra offers a menu of their staple customer favorites, along with specially curated seasonal dishes featuring a variety of local ingredients. Almendra has a selection of red and white wines available. These wines are made with locally grown, hand-picked grapes, that are crushed and aged right in the winery. You may even see some of the process in action during your visit. Don’t worry, they have spirits too! Almendra’s collection, Monkey Face Spirits, includes bourbon, gin, vodka, brandy and whiskey—all made with Northern California ingredients and distilled in Almendra’s unique copper still, imported from France. Whether you want to try a tasting flight or enjoy one of Chef Leon’s delicious creations, Almendra has something for everyone.
Favorites include fresh salads, salad/ slice combo, chicken parmigiana hot sandwiches, homemade lasagna, calzones and of course spaghetti with Meatballs. Dine-in, take-out, order by phone or online at Celestinos.com. Planning an event? Call ahead for pick-up or delivered to you. Celestino’s downtown Chico business hours: Monday-Friday, 11 a.m. to 8:30 p.m.; Saturday-Sunday, 4 p.m.-8:30 p.m. Pick it up, fold it, eat it. That’s the New York way!
Ginno’s Kitchen & Appliance Center 2505 Zanella Way, 342-2182
First Place: Best Appliance Store For the third year in a row, Ginno’s has been voted by CN&R readers as the Best Appliance Store in Chico. Ginno’s was started in 1952 by John and Claudia Ginno. They built their business on quality, service and reliability and it has grown into the largest builder distribution center north of Sacramento. To meet the needs of both contractors and retail customers, Ginno’s carries the name brands most trusted in the appliance industry: GE, Whirlpool, Kitchen Aid, Amana, Maytag, Frigidaire, Electrolux, Samsung, Bosch, SubZero, Wolf, Viking and many more. As the North Valley’s largest inde-
pendent appliance dealer, Ginno’s can offer customers low prices, a complete service department, knowledgeable sales consultants, delivery and competitive financing. Whether your current appliance stopped working, you’re looking to update your old appliances, or you need help designing your kitchen, trust the people who have been serving the needs of Butte County for 67 years: Ginno’s Kitchen & Appliance Center. MORE
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Sabrina Chevallier (RE/MAX) 1834 Mangrove Ave., 718-9115
First Place: Best Real Estate Agent Sabrina is a five-time consecutive first-place winner for Best Realtor in CN&R! She is a second generation realtor, following her mother who is also a local real estate broker. Sabrina has her master’s degree and bachelor’s degree from Chico State in English and is a Chico native. Married to a local Chico Unified high school teacher, and parent to two shiba inu boys (Yuka and Moon), Sabrina both lives in and loves Chico, and is so grateful
Sol Mexican Grill 3269 Esplanade, 342-4616
First Place: Best Mexican Cuisine for your support and vote! When she’s not with her clients or negotiating a deal, she’s in the garden, walking the dogs or reading a good book!
Located in North Chico, Sol Mexican Grill is the go-to place for authentic and affordable Mexican food. At Sol, it is truly what’s inside that counts. The menu offers simple yet varied choices that are guaranteed to please every taste bud! Menu items are made with only the best fresh and local
ingredients. They also offer many vegetarian and gluten-free items. The staff at Sol are another key ingredient to the success of the restaurant. With such a warm and welcoming atmosphere it is easy to see why Sol has been voted the best Mexican cuisine six times. The next time you are looking for a great tostada salad for lunch, or a place to take the family for dinner, come to Sol. You won’t be disappointed!
Members 1st Credit Union Two Chico locations: 969 East Ave. & 550 Salem St., 222-6060
Third Place: Best Bank/Credit Union Thank you, Chico, for all your continued love and support! We are honored to be recognized by you as a leading financial institution in the North State. Our mission is to make banking as easy and convenient as possible for Northern California residents, and we thank our members and the Chico community who voted us one of the best! With so many worthy institutions in our community, we feel humbled to be included in the top three. From all of us at Members 1st, we thank you for all your votes and support. With 85 years of business in Northern California, we are continually expanding to better serve you and your community. Check out our newest branch at 969 East Avenue in Chico, opening soon! Credit union membership is available to all residents of Butte, Glenn, Shasta and Tehama Counties. Come see why we were voted one of the best!
Japanese Blossoms 2995 Esplanade, Ste. 104, 891-9022
First Place: Best Sushi Our whole crew here at Japanese Blossoms would like to thank each of you for continuously voting us Chico’s Best Sushi restaurant! We are so fortunate to live where we do and have such a supportive community, bountiful crops and amazing farmers literally in our backyard.
All of our rice and much of our produce is grown within 20 miles of Chico and we love seeing our customers and farmers each week at the local Farmers’ Market. We have set many goals as a local business leader and because of your immense support, we have been able to see those dreams become reality. Thank you so much for all your support Chico!
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For almost 10 years Wine Time has been delighting palates with libations from Vina to the Andes. And thanks to Chef Lisa Sereda, there’s always something fresh and innovative from our seasonal menu to accompany our extensive wine list. All can be enjoyed outside by our garden and babbling brook or fireside in our renovated, historic Chico barn. We’re here for your date night or ladies night, work party or wedding. Wine Time has been family owned and operated from conception to the present. The James family thanks you, Chico, for all your support and for helping make our businesses a part of the local community. Cheers!
Altum Wealth Advisors 1074 East Ave., Ste. T-1, 924-0110
First Place: Best Financial Planner Miste and Steve Cliadakis help clients achieve their individual financial goals— from retirement plans and investments to risk management and insurance—with objective, unbiased advice. Their team sets itself apart from large firms with a nopressure approach that’s not beholden to proprietary products. The team also works with local companies and organizations to establish effective employer-sponsored retirement plans such as 401(k), 403(b), and 457 plans. They simplify the process for plan sponsors and educate plan
participants to help them make more informed decisions. Altum Wealth Advisors serves individuals, families, business owners and entrepreneurs throughout Northern California. Team credentials include
Certified Financial Planner, Accredited Investment Fiduciary, and Certified Wealth Strategist. Altum Wealth Advisors is proud to serve as financial fiduciaries to their clients. www.altumwealth.com
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Spotlight on the Winners S&S Organic Produce and Natural Foods 1924 Mangrove Ave., 343-4930
First Place: Best Grocer We are truly grateful and honored to be voted No. 1 grocer for the 7th year running. It has been a trying year for our store with the passing of our beloved owner Richard Lee Stewart. Words cannot describe the massive loss we feel without him. We could not have made it through this difficult time without the overwhelming support of our amazing crew and wonderful customers. It has been a privilege to serve this community the past 53 years and we look forward to many more. We areproudtohavethirdandfourthgeneration family members and such a dedicated team to continue S&S’s legacy. Rich lived by the motto, “Work hard, play hard,” and we strive to follow in his footsteps. Thank you again from the bottom of our hearts for all the love and support. Locals supporting locals. It works!
Chico Creek Animal Hospital 3449 Highway 32, 343-3516
First Place: Best Veterinarian To be named the best veterinary clinic in Chico is a magnificent honor. Since its inception,ChicoCreekAnimalHospitalhasbeendedicatedtoprovidingthebestcare possible for both our clients and their pets, and this accomplishment reflects the trust this community has placed in our care. Of course, this wouldn’t be possible without an incredible staff that’s worked tirelessly to serve our community, all while traversing the challenges of a global pandemic. Thank you for putting your faith in this clinic and its staff, and for supporting us through a monumentally difficult period of time. Being chosen by the very community we are committed to caring for is a tremendous recognition, one that we won’t soon forget.
Perfect Union 311 F St., Marysville, 763-4826, perfect-union.com
First Place: Best Cannabis Dispensary (delivery or within driving distance of Chico) A big hearty thanks to our friends and customers in Chico. We’re humbled andgratefulthatyoutrustourMarysvilledispensaryforqualitycannabisproductsandone-on-onecustomerservicefromourhighlytrainedteam.FromsupportingamazinglocalnonprofitslikeFromtheGroundUpFarms,wehaveloved our time in your community. We pledge to continue to treat the community like family, with partnerships, investments and donations that keep Chico a great place to live, work and play. We hope to open a new dispensary in Chico soon, and in the meantime, we look forward to serving you in Marysville.
D & E Auto Repair 3328 Esplanade, Ste. D, 343-9703
Second Place: Best Auto Repair Shop D&E Auto Repair treats customers like family and provides services that will help extend the lifetime of your vehicle, help avoid costly repairs, and give you a more safer and reliable vehicle. The D&E Code of Ethics: •Excellenceineverythingwedo •Commitmenttoourcustomers;without you, there is no us. •Accountability—notafraidtotake responsibility for a problem.
•Qualitywork,sowhenpeoplethinkof D&E it’s the first thought. •Honestybuildstrust,thegreatest foundation for any relationship. Weareyourdependable,one-stopshop for auto repair and service in theChicoarea.OurASE-Certifiedauto mechanics are ready to assist you with everything from the smallest service to complicatedrebuilds,withfriendlyservice that you can trust, time and time again. Let Aaron and his family treat you as one of the family at D&E Auto Repair. MORE
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Nelsen Family Dentistry 1307 Esplanade, Ste. 4, 898-8511
2053 Montgomery St., Oroville, 693-4388
First Place: Best Dental Care
First Place: Best Local Restaurant – Oroville
Chico has voted Nelsen Family Dentistry Best Dental Care in Chico for 12 straight years now! Doctors John and Missy Nelsen opened Nelsen Family Dentistry more than 21 years ago, grounding their business in quality care. Dr. Tommy Farris joined them in 2007, and together they have built an amazing, dedicated and compassionate team that cares for their patients, not just their mouths. You will find that everyone at Nelsen Family Dentistry is committed to excellence. They successfully blend technology, science, art and compassion while managing everything from children’s checkups to cosmetic dentistry, implants, sleep apnea devices and Invisalign! Their office uses the latest in dental technology and prioritizes your safety above all else. They have earned the coveted Patient Safety Certification Award because of their adherence to hospital sterilization standards. Nelsen Family Dentistry is an exceptional place to be. Go see for yourself.
Union Patio Bar and Grill is honored to have our community choose us as Best Local Restaurant in Oroville. We strive not only to create a welcoming environment, but a truly unique experience. Our venue has brought new and diverse entertainment to the surrounding area, providing performances every weekend and monthly events like Tap Takeovers. Union has become the local go-to spot with a classic menu offering guest favorites like our
“Crack Bread” appetizer and signature cocktails. At the core of Union is our love for our town. The owners take great pride in doing everything they can to better our community. We are constantly hosting events with local nonprofits to raise funds and awareness, and offer help and participation in all downtown events. A special thank you to our staff and customers who have helped us navigate the last year and half, and grow into what we are today. Follow us on social media for our live music lineup, daily updates, and more!
Janet Lombardi Blixt – Chico Art School & Gallery 261 E. Third St.
First Place: Best Visual Artist Third Place: Best Instructor/ Professor I, Janet Lombardi Blixt, on behalf of Chico Art School & Gallery, would like to thank the community of Chico for the past 14 years of support. My passion has always been for creating, and having the opportunity to share it with my community makes every day a treasure. I have been painting and drawing since I was a young child and my college education was focused on fine arts. My professional career in the arts has been very fulfilling, encompassing a wide range including graphic design, jewelry making, interior design, and now teaching art lessons for both children and adults. Instructing my students in painting and drawing has
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become the most rewarding aspect of my career. Class sizes are limited to allow individual attention and are tailored to all ability levels and ages, from 7 to 87. Parents or grandparents can create alongside their children. Home-school and after-school lessons for children, and day or evening classes for adults are available. Follow us on Facebook or visit our website for more details. Contact janet@chicoartschool for more information and to register today!
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Dear Chico, When we first began serving Chico in 2016, we had no idea what to expect. We had no idea that 5 years later you would vote to bestow us the award of Best Local CBD Source. “Thank you” barely describes the gratitude that we feel! You are the reason that we do everything we do—meeting you all at the Thursday Night Market and hearing your stories, seeing your families grow with the community and coming together as neighbors in times of tragedy. We could not be more proud to call Chico home. Our solemn promise to you is this: We shall continue to hold your best interest as our top priority, above anything else. It is truly an honor to serve you, to do all that we can to help you live your best life. Love eternally, The Humans at Serenity
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Da Capo Style House 1925 Market Place, Ste. 130, 717-0260
First Place: Best Hair Salon With over 14 years for styling experience, Danielle Dietz, a first time business owner, opened up shop in Chico’s newest neighborhood Meriam Park. After working at Dimensions Salon for about a decade, her dream came true by creating an atmosphere where anybody can feel comfortable coming in and a space where it’s fun to hang out for a couple of hours. Da Capo [da (k)ˈkaːpo]: an Italian musical term that means “from the beginning” (literally, “from the head”). It is often abbreviated as D.C. And D.C. might occur after one or more repeats of small sections, indicating a return to the very beginning. Life is more colorful with the right stylist. Come find yours at Da Capo Style House. Book today at dacapostyles.com, or by calling 530-717-0260.
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First Place: Best Plumber Earl’s Plumbing celebrates 23 years serving the North State by being voted No. 1 Plumber by Chico News & Review’s readers in the Best of Chico contest for the third year in a row! For complete plumbing service and repair of your home or business, including, tank and tankless water heaters, filtration systems, toilets, showers, sinks, faucets, garbage disposals, well pumps and systems, and septic pumping, you can trust Earl’s. Schedule online, test, or call today and see why Earl’s Plumbings was voted best plumber in Chico three years in a row.
5th Street Steakhouse 345 W. Fifth St., 891-6328
First Place: Best Fine Dining First Place: Best Local Restaurant – Chico At 5th Street, you’re special. Just by virtue of being there, you’re treating yourself, or
When you need a plumber, Earl’s plumbing pros will come with a truck neatly filled with enough supplies to fix your problem! With Earl’s, it’s fixed right, right now.
being treated. And that’s fantastic. Whether you’re grabbing a few drinks and appetizers, celebrating a birthday on the patio, sitting down for a romantic dinner for two, or enjoying a group event in the banquet room, 5th Street has you covered—and then some.
Azad’s Martial Arts Center 313 Walnut St., Ste. 150, 892-2923
First Place: Best Martial Arts Studio Third Place: Best Local Personality – Grandmaster Farshad Azad Third Place: Best Volunteer – Farshad Azad Farshad Azad has dedicated his life to studying martial arts, fighting arts, philosophy, history, science, psychology and art. Mr. Azad has achieved the prestigious rank of Supreme Grandmaster and 10th Degree Black Belt by Ji Han Jae, who is the highest rank authority of Korean martial arts and the late Bruce Lee’s instructor. Azad is the founder of Sinmoo Jongshindo taught to kids, adults and to members of law enforcement including the Secret Service. In 2010 Mr. Azad was promoted to the rank of Grandmaster in the Chinese system of Shaolin Tai Chi Chuan. He is the recipient of two Hall of Fame Awards as the Martial Arts Master of the Year, and a martial artist for over 45 years. Of all his amazing achievements Grandmaster cherishes positively impacting the lives of tens of thousands of people through Azad’s Martial Arts Center in North State and around the world!
Creating a Sustainable You 811 E. Fifth Ave., 521-7328
First Place: Best Alternative Care Provider Being in a profession that allows us to help others through physical, mental and emotional pain is why we’re here. We work together to take care of our clients and ourselves. Knowing we have the ability to ease a person’s back pain to help them sleep better, the ability to alleviate the stress in their shoulders so they can be more present in their daily lives, or the ability to show them how to take better care of themselves overall, is the greatest reward we could ask for. Being dedicated to our craft and learning new skills to become better massage therapists is what brought us together. We share the same passion for healing and love for people. We are honored to be voted Best Alternative Health Care Provider. Thank you for letting us take care of you!
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FIRST Place: Hubbs & Co. SECOND Place: Made in Chico THIRD Place: Little Red Hen
Grocer
Car Dealership
FIRST Place: Northern Star Mills SECOND Place: AG Mart THIRD Place: Tractor Supply Co.
Antiques Store FIRST Place: Eighth & Main Antique Center SECOND Place (tie): Country Squyres’ Antiques SECOND Place (tie): Little Red Hen Vintage
Appliance Store FIRST Place: Ginno’s Kitchen & Appliance Center SECOND Place: Hudson’s Appliance Center THIRD Place: Collier Hardware
Attorney FIRST Place: Michael Rooney SECOND Place: Nikki Farris THIRD Place: Aaron J. Stewart
FIRST Place: Chico Nissan Hyundai SECOND Place: Chuck Patterson Toyota THIRD Place: Courtesy Automotive Center
FIRST Place: S&S Organic Produce and Natural Foods SECOND Place: Trader Joe’s THIRD Place: Chico Natural Foods Co-Op
Car Wash
Hair Salon
FIRST Place: Surf Thru Express Car Wash SECOND Place: Scrubbs Car Wash & Detail Center THIRD Place: California Car Wash
FIRST Place: Da Capo Style House SECOND Place: The Hair Company THIRD Place: Salon Diamond
Convenience Store
FIRST Place (tie): C&A Cleaning FIRST Place (tie): Cleaned to Perfection THIRD Place: Helping Hands Cleaning Services
House Cleaning Service
FIRST Place: Power Market SECOND Place: Sierra Market THIRD Place: Spike’s Bottle Shop
House Painter FIRST Place: Hawkes Painting SECOND Place: SM Painting THIRD Place: Bestway Painters Inc.
Day Spa FIRST Place: Angels Nails & Spa SECOND Place: Urban Medspa THIRD Place: Renew Float Spa
Auto Paint/Body Shop FIRST Place: Concours Elite Collision Center SECOND Place: Knockout Collision Repair THIRD Place: JP’s Paint & Body Works
Auto Repair Shop FIRST Place: Affordable Automotive SECOND Place: D & E Auto Repair THIRD Place: Superior Auto Clinic
Insurance Agent FIRST Place: Heritage Insurance Agency SECOND Place: Eddy Rodriguez, State Farm THIRD Place: Brad Jacobsen, Farmers Insurance
Dry Cleaner FIRST Place: 3rd Generation Cleaners SECOND Place: Flair Custom Cleaners THIRD Place: Chico Express Cleaners
Jeweler
Esthetician/Waxing Studio
FIRST Place: Kirk’s Jewelry SECOND Place: Olde Gold Estate Jewelry THIRD Place: Julianne’s
FIRST Place: The Eyebrow Goddess SECOND Place: Silhouette Studio THIRD Place: Esthetics by Elizabeth
Baby/Kids’ Clothier FIRST Place: Apple Blossom Baby SECOND Place: Once Upon A Child THIRD Place: Kat’s Meow
Liquor Store
Feed Store/Farm Supply
FIRST Place: Spike’s Bottle Shop SECOND Place: Star Liquor THIRD Place: Mangrove Bottle Shop
★FIRST Place: Northern Star Mills SECOND Place: C Bar D Feed THIRD Place: Wilbur’s Feed and Seed
Bank/Credit Union FIRST Place: Tri Counties Bank SECOND Place: Sierra Central Credit Union THIRD Place: Members 1st Credit Union
Barbershop FIRST Place: Liberty Barber Co. SECOND Place: Danny’s Barbershop THIRD Place: Gearhead Barbershop
Bike Shop FIRST Place: Pullins Cyclery SECOND Place: Greenline Cycles THIRD Place: North Rim Adventure Sports
FIRST Place: Taxi Dave SECOND Place: Chico Yellow Cab THIRD Place: G-Ride Pedi-Cab & Trolly
Gift Shop
FIRST Place: Perfect Union (Marysville) SECOND Place: Zente Farms THIRD Place: SHÉ
Ag/Growing Supplies
Cab Company
Cannabis Dispensary (delivery or
Local Pet Store
Financial Planner FIRST Place: Miste & Steven Cliadakis, Altum Wealth Advisors SECOND Place: Barrett O. Benson, Benson Wealth Management THIRD Place: Renée Michel & Joe Sweeney, Sweeney & Michel Financial Planning & Investment
Florist FIRST Place: Flowers By Rachelle SECOND Place: Christian & Johnson THIRD Place: Little Red Hen Plant Nursery
General Contractor FIRST Place: Proframe Construction SECOND Place: Birchard Construction THIRD Place: Conroy Construction
FIRST Place: TrailBlazer Pet Supply SECOND Place: Chico Pet Works & Pet Salon THIRD Place: Northern Star Mills
New Business (non-food service, open in last year) FIRST Place: SkyLab Nails & Spa SECOND Place: Plant Love THIRD Place: Vang’s Plants and Succulents Hub
Nursery FIRST Place: The Plant Barn & Gifts SECOND Place: Magnolia Gift & Garden THIRD Place: Little Red Hen Nursery
Outdoor Living (patios, pergolas, pools, etc.) FIRST Place: Patio Pros
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SECOND Place: Lowe’s Home Improvement THIRD Place: Perfection Pools & Spas
SECOND Place: Birkenstock THIRD Place: Beck’s Shoes
Pet Groomer
Solar Company
FIRST Place: Carol’s Dog Grooming SECOND Place: Mutt Cuts THIRD Place: Coature Pet Spa
FIRST Place: Alternative Energy Systems SECOND Place: Urban Design Plumbing, Solar, Electrical THIRD Place: Chico Electric
Place for a Mani/Pedi
1 FIRST Place: Angels Nails & Spa SECOND Place (tie): SkyLab Nails & Spa SECOND Place (tie): Tammy Nails
Place for Electronics/ Computer Repair FIRST Place: Best Buy SECOND Place: Chico Computer Clinic THIRD Place: PCI Computer Services
Place to Buy Books
Sporting Goods FIRST Place: Sports Ltd. SECOND Place (tie): Big 5 Sporting Goods SECOND Place (tie): Dick’s Sporting Goods
Tattoo Parlor FIRST Place: Eye Of Jade Tattoo SECOND Place: Red Room Tattoo THIRD Place: Tanner Drake Art Gallery and Body Art Studio
★FIRST Place: The Bookstore
Thrift Store
SECOND Place: Barnes & Noble Booksellers THIRD Place: ABC Books
FIRST Place: The Arc Store SECOND Place: Goodwill THIRD Place: Thrifty Bargain
Place to Buy Clothes FIRST Place: 2econd Life SECOND Place: For Elyse THIRD Place: Anika Burke
Place to Buy Home Furnishings FIRST Place: The Address SECOND Place: Esplanade Furniture THIRD Place: Finds Design & Decor
Place to Buy Outdoor Gear FIRST Place: Mountain Sports SECOND Place: Sports Ltd. THIRD Place: Sportsman’s Warehouse
Plumber FIRST Place: Earl’s Performance Plumbing SECOND Place: Accurate Plumbing THIRD Place: Able Plumbing & Electrical
Professional Photographer FIRST Place: Diane Nicole Photography SECOND Place: Mark Thau Photography THIRD Place: Park Avenue Photography
Real Estate Agent FIRST Place: Sabrina Chevallier (RE/MAX) SECOND Place: Kelsey Wakefield (RE/MAX) THIRD Place: Danielle Branham (Century 21)
Roofer FIRST Place: Powell Roofing SECOND Place: Baird Roofing THIRD Place: Johnson Roofing Co.
Shoe Store FIRST Place: Heel & Sole Shoes
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Tree Service FIRST Place: Tree of Eden Tree Service SECOND Place: M&S Wesley Tree Service THIRD Place: About Trees
Window Treatments FIRST Place: Budget Blinds SECOND Place: Kathie’s Draperies, Blinds & Shades THIRD Place: Nantucket Design & Home
Food & Drink New Eatery (opened in last year) FIRST Place: Drunken Dumpling SECOND Place: Stoble Coffee Roasters THIRD Place: Deja Vu Breakfast Company
Bakery FIRST Place: Upper Crust Bakery & Cafe SECOND Place: Tin Roof Bakery THIRD Place: Lovely Layers Cakery
Barbecue FIRST Place: Smokin’ Mo’s BBQ SECOND Place: Kinder’s BBQ THIRD Place: Bootleg BBQ & Catering
Breakfast FIRST Place: Cafe Coda SECOND Place: Sin of Cortez THIRD Place: Mom’s Restaurant
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Brunch
Food Server (name and location) Lunch
FIRST Place: Nash’s Restaurant SECOND Place: Cafe Coda THIRD Place: Mom’s Restaurant
FIRST Place: Christina Souza – Kalico Kitchen SECOND Place: Doliver Adkins – Sierra Nevada Brewing Co./The Rawbar THIRD Place: Pablo Trenado – Tres Hombres Long Bar & Grill/Parkside Tap House
Burger FIRST Place: Nobby’s SECOND Place: Burgers and Brew THIRD Place: Burger Hut
Burrito FIRST Place: Aca Taco SECOND Place: Gordo Burrito THIRD Place: La Cocina Economica
Asian Cuisine
Ice Cream/Frozen Yogurt FIRST Place: Shubert’s Ice Cream & Candy SECOND Place: Jon & Bon’s Yogurt Shoppe THIRD Place: La Flor De Michoacán Paletería y Nevería
FIRST Place: Tea Bar & Fusion Cafe SECOND Place: Broadway Heights THIRD Place: OM Foods
Mexican Cuisine FIRST Place: Sol Mexican Grill SECOND Place: La Hacienda THIRD Place: El Guayacan Mexican Restaurant
Munchies FIRST Place: Midnite Munchies SECOND Place: Insomnia Cookies THIRD Place: Crumbl Cookies
FIRST Place: Drunken Dumpling SECOND Place: Happy Garden Restaurant THIRD Place: Cocodine Thai Cuisine
International Cuisine
Patio
FIRST Place: Priya Indian Cuisine SECOND Place: Cocodine Thai Cuisine THIRD Place: Drunken Dumpling
SECOND Place: La Salles THIRD Place: Parkside Tap House
Caterer
Italian Cuisine
Pho
FIRST Place: Bacio Catering, Takeout & Eatery SECOND Place: Butte Creek BBQ Co. THIRD Place: Roots Catering
FIRST Place: Sicilian Cafe SECOND Place: Italian Cottage THIRD Place: Crush Italian Cuisine & Lounge
FIRST Place: Pho C&C SECOND Place: Vietnam Bistro THIRD Place: Everyday Vietnamese Cuisine
Cheap Eats
Local Brewery - Regional
Pizza
FIRST Place: La Comida SECOND Place: Aca Taco THIRD Place: La Cocina Economica
FIRST Place: Sierra Nevada Brewing Co. SECOND Place: Secret Trail Brewing Co. THIRD Place: Farmers Brewing Co.
FIRST Place: Celestino’s New York Pizza SECOND Place: Farm Star Pizza THIRD Place: Woodstock’s Pizza
Chef FIRST Place: Ann Leon (Almendra Winery & Distillery) SECOND Place: James Taylor (Sicilian Cafe) THIRD Place: Lisa Sereda (Wine Time)
Local Coffee House FIRST Place: Stoble Coffee Roasters SECOND Place: Naked Lounge THIRD Place: Daycamp Coffee
Craft Beer Selection
Local Restaurant - Chico
FIRST Place: The Commons Social Empourium SECOND Place: Sierra Nevada Brewing Co. 1THIRD Place: Secret Trail Brewing Co.
FIRST Place: 5th Street Steakhouse SECOND Place: Drunken Dumpling THIRD Place: Grana Wood Fired Foods
Delivery
FIRST Place: Union Patio Bar & Grill SECOND Place: Tong Fong Low THIRD Place: Feather Falls Brewing Co.
FIRST Place: Entree Express SECOND Place: Door Dash THIRD Place: Ginger’s Restaurant
Diner FIRST Place: Cozy Diner SECOND Place: Morning Thunder Cafe THIRD Place: The Roost Cafe
Fine Dining FIRST Place: 5th Street Steakhouse SECOND Place: Red Tavern THIRD Place: Crush Italian Cuisine & Lounge
Local Restaurant - Oroville
Local Winery - Regional FIRST Place: Almendra Winery and Distillery SECOND Place: New Clairvaux Vineyard THIRD Place: Gale Vineyards
Locally Produced Food - Regional FIRST Place: GRUB CSA Farm SECOND Place: Live Life Juice Co. THIRD Place: Chico Chai
★FIRST Place: The Pour House
Sandwich FIRST Place: Spiteri’s Deli SECOND Place: Fast Eddie’s Sandwich Shop THIRD Place: Kona’s
Street Food
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Sushi FIRST Place: Japanese Blossoms SECOND Place: Big Tuna Sushi Bistro THIRD Place: The Rawbar
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Taco FIRST Place: Aca Taco SECOND Place: Gordo Burrito THIRD Place: Aztlan
Takeout/Curbside FIRST Place: Bacio Catering, Takeout & Eatery SECOND Place: Ginger’s Restaurant THIRD Place: La Hacienda
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READERS’ PICKS 2021 SECOND Place: Gateway Science Museum THIRD Place: Chico Children’s Museum
Vegetarian Cuisine FIRST Place: OM Foods SECOND Place: Live Life Juice Co. THIRD Place: Pizza Riot
Place to Buy Art FIRST Place: Chico Paper Company SECOND Place (tie): 1078 Gallery SECOND Place (tie): Chico Art Center
Nightlife & The Arts
Place to Dance FIRST Place: The Beach SECOND Place: Duffy’s Tavern THIRD Place: Madison Bear Garden
Art Space FIRST Place: 1078 Gallery SECOND Place: Museum of Northern California Art (MONCA) THIRD Place: Chico Art Center
Place to Drink a Glass of Wine FIRST Place: Wine Time SECOND Place: Unwined Kitchen & Bar THIRD Place: Grana Wood Fired Foods
Bloody Mary
Theater Company
FIRST Place: Duffy’s Tavern SECOND Place: Mom’s Restaurant THIRD Place: Joe’s Bar
FIRST Place: Chico Theater Company SECOND Place: California Regional Theatre THIRD Place: Theatre on the Ridge
Casino - Regional
To-Go Cocktail or Bar Service
FIRST Place: Feather Falls Casino & Lodge SECOND Place: Rolling Hills Casino & Resort THIRD Place: Gold Country Casino Resort
FIRST Place: Argus Bar + Patio SECOND Place: Duffy’s Tavern THIRD Place: Tres Hombres
FIRST Place: Sierra Nevada Big Room SECOND Place: Secret Trail Brewing Co. THIRD Place: Argus Bar + Patio
Watering Hole for Townies
FIRST Place: Janet Lombardi Blixt SECOND Place: Ama Posey THIRD Place: Christine Mac Shane
SECOND Place: The Handle Bar THIRD Place: Studio Inn Lounge
FIRST Place: Scott Barwick, Duffy’s Tavern SECOND Place: Stephanie Sosa, Argus Bar + Patio THIRD Place: Wendy Reid, Studio Inn Lounge
Museum FIRST Place: Museum of Northern California Art (MONCA) 18
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Acupuncture Clinic FIRST Place: Chico Community Acupuncture SECOND Place: Amy Dawson THIRD Place (tie): Acupuncture Center of Chico THIRD Place (tie): American Chi Center for Health
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FIRST Place: Chico Eye Center SECOND Place: North Valley Eye Care THIRD Place: Family Eye Care
Gym
Virtual Local Show (during COVID)
Physical Therapy Office FIRST Place: Coast Physical Therapy & Sports Medicine SECOND Place: Avail Physical Therapy THIRD Place: Enloe Rehabilitation Center
Veterinarian FIRST Place: Chico Creek Animal Hospital SECOND Place: Evers Veterinary Clinic THIRD Place: Erickson Veterinary Hospital
Eye Care Specialist
SECOND Place: Stuart Mishelof, PA-C THIRD Place: Dr. Randall Williams
Local Visual Artist
Mixologist (name and location)
FIRST Place: Dr. Kafele T. Hodari SECOND Place: O. Jay On THIRD Place: Argyll Skincare Center
★FIRST Place: Dr. Julie Archer
Venue for Live Music
Health & Wellness
FIRST Place: Nate Carlascio, Basis Health & Performance SECOND Place: Joey Lopez, OrangeTheory Fitness THIRD Place: Elaina Zinko, Orangetheory Fitness
General Practitioner
FIRST Place: Astronaut Ice Cream SECOND Place: The Yule Logs (Chico Virtual Voices at Laxson Auditorium & Log-O-Vision at Chico Women’s Club) THIRD Place: Stonewall Chico Pride 2020
FIRST Place: Tres Hombres Long Bar & Grill SECOND Place: La Hacienda THIRD Place: Sol Mexican Grill
Personal Trainer
FIRST Place: Sweet Fitness Kickboxing SECOND Place: Basis Health & Performance THIRD Place: Orangetheory Fitness
Dermatologist
FIRST Place: Smokey the Groove SECOND Place: Hot Flash THIRD Place (tie): Decades THIRD Place (tie): Max Minardi
Margarita
Boutique Gym
FIRST Place: Nelsen Family Dentistry SECOND Place: Kremer Dental Care THIRD Place: Willow Creek Dentistry
FIRST Place: Bella’s Sports Pub SECOND Place (tie): Buffalo Wild Wings SECOND Place (tie): Riley’s Bar & Grill
★FIRST Place: Duffy’s Tavern
FIRST Place: Lindsay Briggs (Chico State) SECOND Place: Sanjay Dev (Butte College) THIRD Place: Janet Lombardi Blixt (Chico Art School)
Dental Care
FIRST Place: Duffy’s Tavern SECOND Place: Argus Bar + Patio THIRD Place: Riley’s Bar & Grill
Local Music Act
Instructor/Professor
FIRST Place: Dr. Ejaz Ahmed SECOND Place: Dr. Patrick Tedford THIRD Place: Dr. James Logan
FIRST Place: Preference Chiropractic Clinic SECOND Place: Chico Chiropractic Center THIRD Place: Joyce Family Chiropractic
Sports Bar
FIRST Place: Pour House SECOND Place: Crush Italian Cuisine & Lounge THIRD Place: La Salles
Pediatrician
FIRST Place: Creating a Sustainable You SECOND Place: Chico Community Acupuncture THIRD Place: Vital Functional Medicine
Chiropractor
Bar
Happy Hour
Alternative Health Care Provider
FIRST Place: In Motion Fitness SECOND Place: Chico Sports Club THIRD Place: Sweet Fitness Kickboxing
Hearing Aid Specialist FIRST Place: Costco Wholesale SECOND Place: Chico Hearing Aid Center THIRD Place: Bartlett’s Hearing Aid Center
Local CBD Source FIRST Place: Serenity CBD SECOND Place: S&S Organic Produce and Natural Foods THIRD Place: Fresh Twisted Café
Community Charitable Cause FIRST Place: Chico Housing Action Team (CHAT) SECOND Place: Butte Humane Society THIRD Place: Catalyst Domestic Violence Services
Community Event FIRST Place: Thursday Night Market SECOND Place: Stonewall Chico Pride THIRD Place: Saturday Farmers Market
Dance Studio FIRST Place: Hype Dance Studio SECOND Place: North State Ballet THIRD Place: Chico Creek Dance Centre
Farmers’ Market Vendor FIRST Place: GRUB CSA Farm SECOND Place: Live Life Juice Co. THIRD Place: Chico Chai
Local Zoom Workout (COVID)
Golf Course – Regional
FIRST Place: Basis Health & Performance SECOND Place: Kaia Fit Chico THIRD Place: Yoga Center of Chico
FIRST Place: Bidwell Park Golf Course SECOND Place: Butte Creek Country Club THIRD Place: Canyon Oaks Country Club
Massage Therapist
Local Personality
FIRST Place: Bodywork by Nikki SECOND Place: Babette Maiss THIRD Place: Candi Williamson
★FIRST Place: Mike “G-Ride” Griffith SECOND Place: Linda Watkins-Bennett (Action News Now) THIRD Place: Grandmaster Farshad Azad
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Martial Arts Studio FIRST Place: Azad’s Martial Arts Center SECOND Place: Morning Sun Martial Arts THIRD Place: Americana Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
Place for Family Fun FIRST Place: Bidwell Park SECOND Place: FunLand/Cal Skate Chico THIRD Place: Rare Air Trampoline Park
Place to Pray/Meditate FIRST Place: Bidwell Park SECOND Place: Center for Spiritual Living Chico THIRD Place: Sky Creek Dharma Center
Radio Station FIRST Place: KZFR (90.1 FM) SECOND Place: North State Public Radio, KCHO (91.7 FM) THIRD Place: 103.5 FM The Blaze (KHSL)
Teacher (K-12) FIRST Place: Jennifer Rossovich (Hooker Oak Elementary School) SECOND Place: Erin Hall (Inspire School of Arts & Sciences) THIRD Place: Jim White (Inspire School of Arts & Sciences)
Volunteer FIRST Place: Christian Hammond - Unofficial Butte County COVID-19 Dashboard (BC19.live) SECOND Place: Lisa Currier, Crisis Care Advocacy & Triage THIRD Place: Farshad Azad
Yoga Studio FIRST Place: Yoga Center of Chico SECOND Place: Hot Yoga Club of Chico THIRD Place: In Motion Fitness
Youth Organization FIRST Place: Boys and Girls’ Clubs of the North Valley SECOND Place: Chico Area Recreation and Parks District (CARD) THIRD Place: 6th Street Center for Youth
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