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Reporter-Herald readers have spoken. When it comes to living in Northern Colorado, there’s a lot to like. More than 1,000 readers sent in ballots identifying the best the area has to offer. From where to find the best steak to where to take the kids for a fun family day, it’s all inside. Categories include best people, places and events, best food and drink and best in business. Some were blowouts and some came down to the last vote. Regardless, congratulations to all of the top picks of this year’s Reporter-Herald Readers’ Choice awards.
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People, places & events BEST THING ABOUT LOVELAND The people Not to be conceited, but Lovelanders are pretty great. What’s not to like about a group of people who celebrate corn, statues and Valentine’s Day? Plus, we are just plain good lookin.’ Other favorites: The art The small town feel
BEST PLACE TO PEOPLE WATCH The Promenade Shops at Centerra People watching is an ancient sport created by husbands waiting on their shopping wives. It has since caught on with both genders, and is best practiced from a bench or a leaning position against a shop wall. Sunglasses are recommended for those wishing for maximum stare time, but remember, pointing and whispering are considered poor sportsmanship. Other favorites: Lake Loveland 4th Street in Loveland
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MOST ROMANTIC SPOT/BEST VIEW/ BEST PLACE TO WALK A DOG Lake Loveland If there’s one thing Loveland does right, it’s romance. Case in point: Lake Loveland. The mountains in the backdrop, the sound of the water splashing against the shore, boats sinking into the sunset ... this is the most romantic spot since make-out point. Oh yeah, bring the dog too. Other romantic favorites: Benson Sculpture Garden Estes park MOST SCENIC STREET 4th Street Home to historic downtown Loveland, 4th Street offers several locally owned gems and the small town charm that Loveland is known for. Stroll past the Rialto Theatre, the downtown shops and restaurants, the Library and Civic Center Park. Keep your eye out for squirrels, statues and art along the way. Other favorites: Eisenhower Boulevard near Lake Loveland Mountain Avenue
Other best view favorites: Devils Backbone Horsetooth Reservoir Other best place to walk a dog favorites: Fairgrounds Park Loveland Bike Trail BEST PLACE TO TAKE A VISITOR/ BEST SCULPTURE Benson Sculpture Garden One of the most impressive elements of Loveland is its art scene. Leading the show-
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case is Benson Sculpture Garden, located at 2908 Aspen Drive in Loveland. There you’ll find 130 pieces of sculpture on permanent display. Other visitor favorites: Estes Park Rocky Mountain National Park Other best sculpture favorites: Triangle Kids on a log BEST CHURCH Crossroads Church 5420 N. Taft Ave Loveland, 970-203-9201 Crossroads reaches thousands of people each week, and focuses on teaching the workings of Jesus Christ through powerful worship and a life-changing message. The church is known for its passionate methods of celebrating God, often using music, video, dance and drama. Other favorites: First United Methodist Church St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church
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BEST LOCAL EVENT Sculpture in the Park For a truly unique Loveland experience, visit Sculpture in the Park in August. It is heralded as one of the finest outdoor juried exhibitions of three-dimensional artwork in the United States, and features the work of more than 200 sculptors from around the world. It is held at Benson Sculpture Garden. Other favorites: Corn Roast Festival Loveland Loves BBQ
Other favorites: North Lake Park Benson Sculpture Garden
Other favorites: Estes Park Devil’s Backbone
BEST CAMPGROUND Boyd Lake State Park 3720 N County Road 11-C, Loveland 970-669-1739 If a good old fashioned camping trip is in order, try Boyd Lake. With 148 paved sites, Boyd lake is set up to handle a large number of campers. The popular destination also hosts boating, fishing and swimming in the summer and ice fishing and lakeside hiking in the winter. Other favorites: Carter lake Riverview
BEST PLACE TO WATCH WILDLIFE Rocky Mountain National Park 970-586-1206 Whether you’re interested in camping, hiking or spotting wildlife, this park has it all. RMNP ranges in elevations from 8,000-foot grassy valleys to weather beaten mountain tops at 14,259 feet.
BEST PLACE TO HIKE Devil’s Backbone Located off Hidden Valley Drive, approximately two miles west of the intersection of Wilson Avenue and Eisenhower Blvd. in Loveland. Devil’s backbone is a great place to take a hike. With seven miles of trails, three loops and rolling hills, visitors are sure to enjoy this scenic area. Other favorites: Rocky Mountain National Park Estes Park/ Horsetooth Reservoir
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BEST PARK Fairgrounds Park Fairgrounds Park, located at the former site of the Larimer County Fairgrounds, is nothing if not fun. Large picnic areas, a spray park, sports areas and access to the Big Thompson river make Fairgrounds Park a winner.
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BEST CHANGE IN LOVELAND Centerra With 3,300 acres dedicated to business, natural areas and living communities, Centerra has made a dramatic impact on Loveland. The McWhinney development was built as “a community designed to enhance all aspects of life,” according to the Centerra Web site.
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BEST GOLF COURSE Mariana Butte Golf Course 701 Clubhouse Drive, Loveland 970-667-8308 Eighteen holes never looked so good. Mariana Butte has been rated at four-and-a-half stars by “Golf Digest” and is repeatedly chosen as one of Colorado’s favorite courses.
BEST PLACE FOR FREE ENTERTAINMENT Foote Lagoon Amphitheater Lovelanders have long enjoyed the concerts and other free entertainment presented at Foote Lagoon Amphitheater.
Other favorites: The Olde Course Cattail Creek Golf Course BEST PLACE TO SKATEBOARD Loveland Sports Park 950 N. Boyd Lake Ave., Loveland With bowls, lips, dips, steps, ramps and ledges, this park is not for the tentative, but is a great place to get your ollie on. If you’re not quite ready to do the tricks, or sure what the term ollie means, relax, it’s still a great place to take in the action.
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Other favorites: Rocky Mountain National Park Trail Ridge Road BEST FISHING SPOT Big Thompson River Trout is the name of the game in this Front Range river. Starting in Rocky Mountain National Park and flowing through Lake Estes, Big Thompson is a scenic stretch held dear to fly fishermen. Find calm pools under rushing rapids
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BEST DAY TRIP Estes Park The drive from Loveland to Estes Park is a sight to behold, winding through some of the prettiest parts of the Rocky Mountains. Once in Estes Park, fill your day with shopping, dining, hiking and much more.
and some wide open stretches of calm water to test your casting and snagging abilities. Other favorites: Lake Loveland Boyd Lake BEST KIDS EVENT Corn Roast Festival Happens every August at Old Fairground Park in Loveland Starting the day with a colorful parade, it is not hard for the kids to enjoy free candy and a community spectacle of clowns, cars and local smiling businesses. Then let them eat their fill of corn and participate in all kinds of family activities in an event fit for the whole city to come out and enjoy. Other favorites: Larimer County Fair Fishing Derby
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BEST PLAYGROUND Fairgrounds Park 700 S. Railroad Ave., Loveland Featuring two playground areas, covered picnic spots, flush restrooms, drinking fountains, a dog park, a skate park, river access and a spray park, the Fairgrounds Park is the perfect outlet to exercise the little kiddos, not to mention the entire family. Or venture out for a quick trip into the wild from one of their recreational trail passes. Other favorites: North Lake park Dwayne Webster Park
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BEST MEXICAN FOOD/MARGARITA Adelitas Fine Mexican Food 414 E. 6th St., Loveland 970-669-9577 After recovering from a fire, Adelitas came back stronger than ever in 2009. The restaurant specializes in delicious Mexican cuisine and mouth watering margaritas. Other best Mexican food favorites: 3 Margaritas El Pueblito Other best margarita favorites: 3 Margaritas Rio Grande Mexican Restaurant
BEST PIZZA Papa Murphy’s 986 East Eisenhower Blvd., Loveland; 970-667-9700 1131 Eagle Drive, 970-669-7272 With 1,100 Papa Murphy’s locations in North America, suffice it to say this pizza is popular. The reasons are plentiful: Each pizza features fresh ingredients, including 100 percent all-natural, whole-milk mozzarella, cheddar and provolone cheeses. Plus, there are real meat toppings with no fillers, including Canadian bacon and premium salami, pepperoni, Italian sausage and ground beef. Other toppings abound. Other favorites: Justine’s Pizza Arte Pizzeria
BEST CHINESE FOOD Asian Café & Grill 1323 Eagle Dr., Loveland 970-622-0688 For the second year in a row, Asian Cafe & Grill has won for best Chinese food. Regulars especially love the sesame and orange chicken entrees. The restaurant also offers sushi, Thai and Vietnamese dishes.
BEST BAKERY/DESSERTS Schmidt’s Bakery & Delicatessen 808 14 SW, Loveland; 970-667-9811 Once again, Schmidt’s has taken the honors for best bakery and best desserts. The beloved Loveland bakery specializes in cakes and delicious pastries, and is also a great place to have Sunday brunch. Other bakery favorites: Perkins Donut Haus/Panera Bread Other desserts favorites: Fireside Café Applebee’s
BEST ITALIAN FOOD Carino’s Italian 1455 Rocky Mountain Ave. 970-203-9900 Carino’s Skilletinis, Five Meat Tuscan Pasta, Timballo and Grilled Chicken Bow Tie Festival are sure to satisfy Italian food enthusiasts. When you’re finished with the main course try an Italian dessert or a signature Italian beverage.
Other favorites: Canton Palace PF Chang’s China Bistro
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Other favorites: Cipoletti’s Italian Restaurant Monaco Trattoria BEST PLACE TO TAKE A DINNER DATE/BEST STEAK 4th St. Chophouse 125 E. 4th St., Loveland 970-613-8287 If you’re really looking to impress your date, treat him or her to dinner at 4th Street Chophouse. The restaurant is known for its fresh entrees and extensive wine list. For a special treat, order a cut of Loveland’s most popular steak. 4th St. offers several flavorful cuts including a bacon-wrapped filet minon and a 12ounce New York strip steak.
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Other dinner date favorites: Henry’s Pub Cipoletti’s Italian Restaurant Other steak favorites: Black Steer Lone Star
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The Best Food & Drink BEST CINNAMON ROLL Johnson’s Corner 2842 SE Frontage Road 970-667-2069 The only things in life that you can count on are death, taxes and Johnson’s Corner winning for best cinnamon roll. The restaurant’s rolls have a national following, as about 185,000 of them are sold every year.
BEST RESTAURANT FOR KIDS McDonalds 209 East 29th Loveland, 970-669-8250 1809 West Eisenhower Loveland, 970-669-4211 RH photo
BEST LATTE The Coffee Tree 422 E. 4th St., Loveland; 970-663-1885 It’s no wonder The Coffee Tree won for best latte. The business uses only the finest, fairly traded, shade-grown coffee and hormone-free milk. The Coffee Tree is located inside the Anthology Book Company and offers amazing pouring latte art.
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Other favorites: Loveland Coffee Fireside Café
Other favorites: Country Junction Restaurant Schmidt’s Bakery & Delicatessen
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BEST PLACE TO GET AN ADULT BEVERAGE Henry’s Pub 234 E. 4th St., Loveland 970-613-1896 With several beers on tap and bottled varieties ready to serve, Henry’s is the perfect place to enjoy a few cold ones. The pub is designed to handle both large parties and quiet dinners. Other favorites: McGraff’s Restaurant Old Chicago
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The Best Food & Drink BEST ALL YOU CAN EAT Country Buffet 118 W. Troutman Parkway, Fort Collins; 282-8294 Enjoy grilled carved steak, seafood salad, creamy mac and cheese, and much more at Country Buffet, and feel free to go back for seconds and thirds. Just don’t forget to save room for Dessert Central. Other favorites: Great Wall Buffet Red Dragon BEST ICE CREAM Penguins Homemade Ice Cream 1518 N. Madison, Loveland 970-292-8178 If premium ice cream is on your to-do list, visit Penguins Homemade Ice Cream in Loveland. The business carries 36
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McGraff’s American Grill 1602 E. Eisenhower Blvd., 669 8847 Lovelanders have long taken their burgers and nachos seriously, which is good, because so does McGraff’s American Grill in Loveland. Try the half-pound McGraff’s Burger and the Lean & Mean Buffalo Burger. Or do like Bill Cairo of Loveland RH photo/Jenny Sparks (above with the trophy), who recently ate his 500th Portobello Burger. Or go with the Nachos Grande, Loveland’s favorite for cheesy chips. It comes with black beans, scallions, tomatoes, jalapenos and beef or chicken. And once again, McGraff’s American Grill has taken the honors for best happy hour. The blue-roofed establishment has won over Lovelanders with happy hour deals on well drafts, wine and appetizers.
Other favorites: Dairy Queen Dairy Delight BEST SEAFOOD Bonefish Grill 4920 Thompson Pkwy, Johnstown; 970-663-3474 Bonefish Grill is located near the 25/34 development (just south of the Promenade Shops at Centerra). The popular seafood restaurant specializes in Bacon Wrapped Atlantic Sea Scallops, Imperial Longfin, Chilean Sea Bass and Singapore Calamari.
Other burger favorites: Red Robin Gourmet Burgers Grandpa's Cafe
Other favorites: Red Lobster Fish
Other nachos favorites: Qdoba Applebee's On the Border
Other happy hour favorites Doc's Applebee's
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The Best Food & Drink BEST PLACE FOR A CHEAP DATE McDonalds/Subway Multiple locations throughout Loveland Let’s face it, there are times in everyone’s life when money is tight, but you still want to go out. Thankfully there are sandwiches and salads from fast food restaurants such as McDonalds and Subway. Get her a meal with a prize for extra points. Other favorites: Lake Loveland Applebee's Neighborhood Grill & Bar BEST MEAL UNDER $5 Wendy's 1200 Eagle Dr., Loveland; 970-669-1280 1519 W. Eisenhower Blvd., Loveland; 663-3830 1405 Rocky Mountain Ave., Loveland; 461-9175 For a meal under $5, visit Wendy’s, home of the Super Value Menu. You can get Jr. Bacon Cheeseburgers, Double Stacks, wraps, Crispy Chicken Nuggets, fries and a drink — each for just a dollar. Other favorites: Fireside Café Subway
BEST BREAKFAST Egg & I 2525 N Lincoln Ave., Loveland 970-635-0050 For a delicious breakfast, look no further than the Egg & I. You’ll find a ton of selections on the menu, including the famous Cordon Bleu Skillet — which has diced chicken, ham, Swiss cheese, hollandaise sauce on a bed of ranch potatoes with melted cheese and two eggs. Other favorites: Breakfast Club Fireside Café
BEST SPORTS BAR Sports Station 409 N. Railroad Ave., Loveland 970-461-2735 This former train station makes a perfect venue for a sports bar. For the third year in a row Sports Station has won for best sports bar, which is impressive because its only been open since 2006. Come in and enjoy the big screen TVs, beer on tap and delicious appetizers and entrees. Other favorites: Old Chicago McGraff’s American Grill
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BEST BARBECUE Nordy's Bar-B-Que & Grill 4360 St. Cloud Dr., Loveland 970-461-9227 For those who love good barbecue, Nordy’s Bar-B-Que & Grill is the place to go. Whether you’re in the mood for fall-offthe-bone ribs, smoked brisket or fried catfish, Nordy’s has it. The new restaurant provides dining, take-out and catering. Other favorites: Biggins BBQ BBQ Bob's
BEST WINGS 29th St. Wing Shack 158 E 29th St, Loveland 970-669-3929 Once again 29th Wing Shack has taken the title of Best Wings. The restaurant specializes in rich, flavorful wing sauces ranging from garlic hot to buffalo BBQ, and offers both take out and dine in. Wings are available bone in and boneless, and come with celery and dressing for dipping. Other favorites: Hooters Jim’s Wings BEST COFFEE HOUSE Starbuck’s 1317 Eagle Dr., Loveland 970-613-8600 Starbucks has revolutionized the coffeehouse industry, and provides flavorful, unique blends to the masses in a unique, hip atmosphere. Stop in for a vanilla latte or a Pumpkin Spice Frappucino. Other favorites: The Coffee Tree Loveland Coffee
BEST SANDWICH Heidi’s Deli 532 N. Lincoln Ave., Loveland 970-624-7940 This New York-style deli provides a taste of old school Americana — try the Reuben or a Philly Steak Sandwich to get the idea. From pastrami to corned beef to prime rib sandwiches and tasty wraps, to fresh salads and healthy smoothies, to mouth-watering cheesecake and other delectable desserts, you’ll want to keep coming back to try something new. Other favorites: Daddy O’s Green Onion Panera Bread BEST PATIO DINING/ BEST NEW RESTAURANT/ BEST SUNDAY BRUNCH Aspen Leaf Grill 1480 Cascade Ave., Loveland 970-622-8008 Aspen Leaf Grill showed up big in this year’s Readers’ Choice awards, garnering three impressive awards. The new restaurant, owned by the same owners of the Black Steer in downtown Loveland, has generated a lot of excitement thus far in Loveland, and with good reason. Give the prime rib a try the next time you dine out. The restaurant is located next to the La Quinta hotel.
Other patio dining favorites: McGraff’s Restaurant Fireside Café Other Sunday brunch favorites: Schmidt’s Bakery & Delicatessen Country Junction Restaurant Other best new restaurant favorites: Stone Ridge Grille Nordy’s Bar-B-Que & Grill BEST VEGETARIAN FOOD/BEST LUNCH Fireside Café 1515 Cascade Ave., Loveland 970-292-4494 Located in the lobby at Group Publishing, Fireside Cafe is a down-to-earth, welcoming, and charming place to have breakfast, lunch or a midday snack. Relax in the beautiful lobby, warm up by the fire, sip a hot cup of coffee and be refreshed by the inviting atmosphere and down-home dining experience. Other vegetarian favorites: Henry’s Pub Asian Grill Other lunch favorites: Henry’s Pub Mimi’s
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BEST AUTOMOTIVE REPAIRS Triad Automotive 135 SE 12th St., 663-5503 When those car wheels come to a crashing halt, trust a repair business with 35 years of experience. Triad Automotive is family owned and operated. They give honest quality service for an honest price and don’t sell people what they don’t need. Other favorites: Metric Motors T&T Tires BEST DAY CARE The Children’s Workshop Early Learning Centers 1425 Diana Drive, Loveland; 970-663-3146 4601 Sunview Drive Loveland, 970-613-9424 The Children’s Workshop Early Learning Centers offer enriching programs for children of all ages. Some classes include science, crazy science days, literacy, music, art and histor y. Other favorites: Kindercare Learning Services/United Daycare BEST BICYCLE SHOP Peloton Cycles 1310 E. Eisenhower Blvd, Loveland, 970-669-5595 Goat heads are the bane of existence to bicycle tires, and Peloton Cycles has replaced innumerable tubes and tires since 1992. Once a customer buys a cycle at Peloton they get free tune-ups for life. Other favorites: Loveland Cycle ‘n Fitness Breakaway Cycle
BEST FLOWER SHOP Rowe’s Flowers and Gifts 863 N. Cleveland Ave. Loveland, 970-667-2300 For 24 years, Rowe’s Flowers has built a loyal customer base. Owner Bill Rodgers knows how regular customers like their orders and will never push more sales on them. He even helps the men who only know about roses pick out stunning arrangements to coax a girl out on a date. Rowe’s thrives because of the generosity of the people of Loveland as they care for each other. Other favorites: Earle’s Flowers & Gifts Flowerama BEST BANK Home State Bank Multiple locations in Northern Colorado Home State Bank repeatedly takes the top award with their variety of services. They are a home-owned independent community bank that has offered competitive rates and straight talk since 1950. Visit their new Community Banking Help Center for a huge online glossary of banking and financial terms and clear answers for all matters financial. Other favorites: Advantage Bank Long’s Peak Credit Union BEST BRAKE SHOP Brakes Plus Complete Auto Service Orchard Shopping Center, 3190 N. Garfield, 667-3100 When mountain driving takes a toll, the folks at Brakes Plus offer the quickest service around. One big reason Lovelanders stop by is to
fix pulsation, a problem that RH Photo / Rhema Muncy happens when breaks heat up Rowe’s Flowers and Gifts owner Bill Rodgers arranges flowfrom driving up hills, causing ers. the steering wheel to vibrate. Brakes Plus fixes mechanical and personal jitters by proOther favorites: BEST HOTEL moting 100 percent customer House of Spirits La Quinta Inn & Suites satisfaction. Get a brake Wilbur’s Liquor 1450 Cascade Ave check-up before screeching to Loveland 970-622-8000 a halt. BEST ANTIQUE STORE At the gateway of the road Other favorites: to Estes park is Loveland’s La Canyon Collectibles T&T Tire Quinta Inn and Suites, an out5641 W US Highway 34 The Brake Shop standing hotel rated the best Loveland, 970-593-9227 because of their rooms, Canyon Collectibles offers friendly service and amenities. three floors of antiques, colBEST CARPET CLEANER lectibles and flea market Professional Carpet CleanOther favorites: items ready for scoring the ers, Inc. Embassy Suites next big deal. The store car220 12th St SW Unit 113 Best Western ries 100 dealers, a credit to Loveland, 970-669-4911 their business success, and Keeping homes and busithe staff is friendly too. There BEST LIQUOR STORE nesses shiny is the name of is a large variety of products the game for Professional CarLiquor Max from antique furniture, vinpet Cleaners, and they play 1497 E Eisenhower Blvd, tage clothing and jewelry to the best. They operate mainly Loveland, 970-461-5885 modern house-hold goods, not by word of mouth and treat Think picking a wine at a to mention collectible dolls upholstery, tile, grout and restaurant is a challenge? Try from across the decades. ceilings. wading through a whole room Other favorites: Other favorites: of wine bottles. But the staff North Fork Antiques Sears Carpet & Upholstery at Liquor Max is more than Stanley Steemer Carpet willing to assist in making A&J Antique Mall/ Cleaner that perfect pairing. Funky Monkey
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The Best in Business BEST DRY CLEANERS Amy’s Green Dry Cleaning 540 N Jefferson Ave, Loveland, 970-669-2505 and 273 E 29th St # D, Loveland, 970-667-1177 Zooming around town, it is impossible to not spot the Amy’s Green Dry Cleaning vans. They offer pick-up and drop-off services. And every aspect of their dry cleaning is green. Instead of dumping harmful excess chemicals back into the environment, they use sand to clean clothing, a re-usable resource. They also offer in-house tailoring.
BEST GROCERY STORE King Soopers 1275 Eagle Drive, 663-4125 253 East 29th Street, 669-6222 Today’s grocery stores offer a world’s worth of cuisine. Wander Loveland’s favorite, the King Soopers chain for weekly money saving deals, fresh produce and fresh ideas for dinner. Other favorites: Safeway Albertsons BEST CAR WASH Wash Me 2300 N Lincoln Ave 1033 South Lincoln 3100 West Eisenhower, 970-663-3100 Loveland’s favorite 20-year old Wash Me now has three stores. Each location offers an addictive and reasonable way to wash often. Wash Me pre-paid cards help save 25-30 percent on each wash.
Other favorites: Burke’s Van’s
Other favorites: Sage Moon Originals Loveland Museum
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Other favorites: Speedy Sparkle Mountain Wave Car Wash
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The Best in Business BEST OUTDOOR / REC STORE AND NEW BUSINESS Jax Outdoor Gear Ranch & Home 950 E. Eisenhower Loveland, 970-776-4540 Opened in September of 2008, Jax caters to Colorado outdoor hobbies, sports and style needs. From camping gear to baseball gloves, Jax has it all. Jax has served the Northern Colorado area for more than 50 years.
BEST FITNESS CLUB Gold’s Gym 910 E Eisenhower Blvd, 593-9111 Gaining some muscle mass has never been easier with one of Loveland’s newest workout centrals. Gold’s Gym features cardio machines, weights, trendy bicycle room and yoga room.
Other favorite outdoor stores: REI-Recreational Equipment Dick’s Sporting Goods
BEST TRAVEL AGENCY Travel Leaders 610 E 29th St., 800-393-4040 Travel Leaders has been under the same ownership for 25 years. They offer corporate and leisure travel. The staff cares about what they are doing and offer world traveling experience.
Other favorite new businesses: Noble House True Colours Day Spa
BEST HAIR SALON Trendz Salon and Day Spa 1417 Cleveland Ave Loveland, CO 80538 970-663-0455 The welcoming trendy atmosphere of Trendz Salon and Day Spa is the best place in town to receive royal beauty treatment. Their most requested service is hair design. Their pedicure room boasts two massage chairs, relaxing music and a soft ambiance away from the business of life. Their nail technician specializes in funky nail art and colors to add twinkle to the appearance.
Other favorites: Orchards Athletic Club Chilson Recreation Center
Other favorite: Travel King
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The Best in Business BEST WEIGHT LOSS CENTER BEST HOME IMPROVEMENT STORE Weight Watchers Home Depot Meetings held at Orchards Medical & 1100 Nickel Dr, 970-461-9406 Professional Center Bursting with home improvement 295 E 29th St., 1-800-651-6000 ideas at every turn of the head, Home Weekly support meetings are the Depot makes gearing up for household life-blood of this weight loss support projects a blast. group, and yet again this year, Weight Other favorites: Watchers takes the Loveland’s favorite Lowes award. The curriculum provides Ace hardware recipes, support and motivations. BEST HEALTH FOOD STORE Whole Foods Markets 2201 S College Ave Fort Collins, 970-267-9200 Lovelanders are willing to trek the extra miles to Fort Collins’ Whole Foods market, an organic and natural food center bursting with color, light, fresh food, flowers, vitamins and samples. Other favorites: Vitamin World Sunflower Farmers Market
Other favorites: Golds Gym Curves/Slim 4 Life BEST DENTIST Dr. Theodore E. Mioduski Jr, DDS 2975 Ginnala Drive Suite 100, Loveland, 970-663-1000 The quality care and compassion Dr. Mioduski Jr. of Implants and General Dentistry of Northern Colorado provides for patients keeps Lovelanders bringing their smiles to his capable hands. Mioduski has
been in the practice for nearly 25 years. Other favorites: Dr. Howard Dr. Dildine BEST VETERINARIAN North Shore Animal Hospital 3041 North Taft Ave Loveland, 970-663-0220 When Fido takes a fall or the kitty eats too many mice, North Shore Animal Clinic was voted Loveland’s Best Veterinarian for their healing touch and care. Open since 1981, the hospital provides full services, including orthopedic surgery and in-house soft tissue surgeries. Other favorites: Blue Sky Animal Clinic Orchard’s Animal Hospital/Dr. Butts
BEST PHYSICIAN Dr. Peter Smith 1808 Boise Ave, 970-278-1862 Once again Dr. Peter Smith takes the cake for best doc around (or should we say apple?). For the past decade, Dr. Smith has put patients first in his practice. Other favorites: Dr. Danforth Dr. Bohm BEST MORTGAGE LENDER Home State Bank/Wells Fargo Various locations in N. Colorado Tied for first place, Home State Bank and Wells Fargo offer the best mortgage lending programs around, standing as solid rocks. For support in real estate selling or buying, Loveland turns to these companies. Other favorites: Freedom Home Loans First National Bank
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The Best in Business BEST PLACE TO BUY TIRES T&T Tire 1203 N Lincoln Ave Loveland, 970-667-1030 Once again T&T Tire rolls out the best rubber in town. From pesky nails causing flats to snow-ready replacements, this third generation family owned business offers some of the best pricing in town.
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Other favorites: Discount Tires Big O Tires BEST BOOKSTORE The Anthology Book Store 422 East 4th Avenue 970-667-0118 Creating community makes a business, according to The Anthology Book Store. For the past two decades, Anthology’s reputation as the best half-price book resource has been firmly established.
BEST EYE CLINIC Kirk Eye Center 3650 E 15th St Loveland, 970-669-1107 Whether some sweet new shades are in order or a serious eye surgery is needed, Kirk Eye Center has an eye on Northern Colorado. The experienced eye physicians perform a
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wide range of services from routine eye exams to treating more serious conditions like glaucoma, macular degeneration, cataracts and presbyopia. Other favorites: Dr. Cecil Dr. Osius BEST INVESTMENT CENTER Edward Jones Investments Various investors around Loveland — see www.edwardjones.com. Navigating murky financial waters takes professionals with community rapport and clean track records. Loveland voted Edward Jones as the wisest economist in town. Other favorites: The Investment Center Wells Fargo
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with quality and service. Their BEST HEARING CLINIC (TIE) Audiology & Hearing Aid Center windshield repairs will restore the structural integrity of a windshield. 909 E Eisenhower Blvd # 101, Loveland, 970-593-9137 Other favorites: Hearing Health Anchor Auto Glass & Tint 2902 Ginnala Dr, Ste 3, Loveland, Elite Auto Glass 970-593-1509
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BEST JEWELER Noble House Precious Investments 425 E. Eisenhower Blvd. Loveland, 970-622-9443 One of the newest Jewelers in town, Noble House Precious Investments has been up in running for six months. The company trades in all aspects of the noble metals — gold, silver and platinum. Other favorites: Jared Galleria of Jewelry Custom Goldworks
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Tied for first place, Audiology & BEST PET GROOMER Hearing Aid Center and Hearing Classy Pup Grooming Salon Health topped the list for this year’s 1540 W Eisenhower Blvd best in ear health. They both work Loveland, 970-667-2766 to improve the quality of communication of their patients. Mentoring the future groomers of America is the goal of Classy Other favorites: Pup, a Loveland-based grooming Alpine Ear, Nose Throat/ school. Students learn the art of Hearing Rehab Center dog anatomy, safety and handling, parasites and 94 bath and brush BEST CAR WINDOW REPAIR breed training. Bring dogs in for treatment by instructors or star SOS Glass students for a discount. 200 12th St SW # 114 Loveland, 970-663-4040 Other favorites: With a 25-year history of gallantly Pet Smart fighting the Loveland glass chip Boyd Lake Veterinary Center war, SOS Glass won’t mess around
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The Best in Business BEST PLACE TO BUY MEN’S AND WOMEN’S APPAREL Kohl’s 1340 Sculptor Drive Loveland, 970-669-0930 Load up and take the whole family shopping — Kohl’s again took Loveland’s favorite apparel hot spot. With seasonal sales and other gift items, streaming through those department store doors fits Northern Colorado style. Other favorites: Jax Outdoor Gear Ranch & Home Macys BEST PLACE FOR A BARGAIN Goodwill Industries 935 E Eisenhower Blvd Loveland, 970-593-1032 Giving has never been easier.
Goodwill in Loveland offers vintage clothing as well as modern for deep pocket discounts. Proceeds go on to help local families and lighten the load of back to school shopping. Other favorites: Ross Canyon Collectables BEST PAWN SHOP Friendly Pawn 200 N Lincoln Ave, Loveland, 970-663-1389 Friendly Pawn is friendly and professionalism and they feature products ranging from gold and diamonds to fire arms, tools and a lot of guitars. They are picky about what they take on. Other favorites: Mister Money Loveland Pawn
BEST LAWN & GARDEN NURSERY Loveland Garden Center & Nursery 1801 S Lincoln Ave Loveland, 970-669-3577 Right outside of Loveland, the first glimpse of life when coming into town on north bound Highway 287 is the extensive grounds of Loveland Garden Center. They proudly grow every plant in Loveland and they also offer a nursery with trees and shrubs in addition to their 14 acres of green houses. Other favorites: Gateway Garden & Home Center Gulley Greenhouse RH photo / Rhema Muncy
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The Best in Business BEST CRAFT STORE Hobby Lobby 3133 N. Garfield Avenue 970-593-0077 With weekly sales and enough inspiration to keep the whole town buzzing, Hobby Lobby offers gift and hobby ideas for all walks of life. Watch for frequent mark downs.
BEST SKI/SKATE SHOP Mountain Rentals 401 E Eisenhower Blvd Loveland, 970-6672922 Mountain Rentals works hard to satisfy every customer’s need, and this year they have everything it takes for a person to have the best possible time possible out on the snow-packed hills of Colorado. Stop by and oogle and the rows of rentable snow boards, skis and boots, not to mention their rainbow or colors outer wear offerings.
Other favorites: JoAnn’s Fabric Michaels BEST LOCALLY OWNED BUSINESS (TIE) Canyon Collectibles/Noble House See previous entries for both stores Not only do these businesses offer the newest and best in collectibles and all noble resources, their management staff impressed the people of Loveland as well.
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Other favorites: Almosta Mercantile The Anthology Book Store/ Jax Outdoor Gear Ranch & Home
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The Best in Business BEST PLACE TO BUY GIFTS Almosta Mercantile 343 E 4th St., 970-663-2626 With hard-to-find items, unique cards and other gifts, Almosta Mercantile tops Loveland’s gift wish list for another year. The store often boasts sidewalk sales beckoning people to bargains on seasonal and apparel items. Other favorites: Jax Outdoor Gear Ranch & Home Canyon Collectibles BEST PLACE FOR FUEL Sam’s Club 1200 E. Eisenhower Blvd. Loveland, 970-669-6100 Sam’s Club offers cheaper prices on gas than many other establishments around town. Loveland favors this stop before heading up to the mountains and drivers appreciate the discounts. Other favorites: King Soopers Western Convenience
BEST WI-FI SPOT The Coffee Tree 422 E 4th St Loveland, CO 80537 970-663-1885 Nestled right inside Anthropology book store, the Coffee Tree is Loveland’s favorite spot to sip a coffee beverage and peruse the Internet. Any given day will find their cozy customer base engaged in conversation, discussion hot topics or working on homework with their lap tops. Check them out for an Internet experience with smart ambiance and down-town charm Other favorites: Starbucks Dazbog Coffee BEST YOGA PLACE Monk Yoga 202 E. 4th St., Loveland 970-685-2344 Owner Jennifer Monk doesn’t mess around when it comes to relaxation and wellness. Her studio offers several
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community outreach programs to extend yoga to all ages in Loveland. The instructors tailor classes to all skill levels and generations. For some downtown rest, attend a class or schedule a private session to start down the road to good strong health. Other favorites: Golds Gym Chilson Recreation Center BEST TANNING SALON Color U Tan 1487 W Eisenhower Loveland, 970-669-0194 Keep the summer glow up all year with Color U Tan, Loveland’s pick for staying colorful even in the winter. In addition to traditional tanning beds, Color U Tan offers air brush tanning, teeth whitening services, lotions, skin care products and make-up. Other favorites: Endless summer Club Maya
BEST PEDIATRICIAN Dr. Michael Quintana Loveland Youth Clinic 2021 N Boise Ave., 970-669-3298 Dr. Quintana knows how to make kids smile. With 32 years of experience, he repeatedly takes Loveland’s best pediatrician award and keeps his patients through college. Other favorites: Dr. Andrea Mead Dr. Wright
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The Best in Business BEST PLACE FOR BACK-TOSCHOOL SHOPPING Walmart Supercenters 1325 North Denver Ave Loveland, 970-669-3640 250 W 65Th Loveland, 970-667-3331 Going back to school is a complicated deal these days. Kids don’t need just clothes — they need the coolest folders, backpacks and 128 colors of crayons. They also need the newest technology gadgets and high powered calculators. Look no further than Walmart, Loveland’s back to school central of choice. Other favorites: Target Kohl's
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of exciting entertainment. In 10,000 square feet, Bounce has eight large inflatables including two giant slides, one obstacle course with a slide, two bouncers with slides, two traditional bouncers and one toddler bounce. Adults can play with their children or hang out in The Corner Lounge, a large area with windows, seating and free Internet. Bounce also accommodates birthday parties with a table for cake and food to keep the kids bouncing all afternoon.
Other favorite places to BEST PLACE TO TAKE KIDS take kids: AND BEST PLACE FOR KIDS Fairgrounds Park BIRTHDAY Lake Loveland Bounce Other favorite birthday 1020 S Lincoln Ave party venues: Loveland, 970-593-1800 Chuck E Cheese Loveland’s indoor inflatable playground offers a new kind Fairgrounds Park
BEST CHIROPRACTIC Coberly Chiropractic Since 1999, Dr. Guy Coberly has been serving Lovelanders. Coberly and his Loveland patients know the power of chiropractic adjustments and the role they serve in a person's overall health and wellbeing. Other favorites: Dawson Chiropractic Gateway Chiropractic
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