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12th Annual Best of San Clemente People’s Choice Ole Awards

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The W inner of the G olden O le is … Awards season is here! The votes have been tallied and the people of San Clemente have spoken. The honors for the best local eateries, professionals, iconic landmarks and businesses have been chosen for the 12th annual Best of San Clemente People’s Choice Ole Awards. Golden Ole’s were awarded to businesses with the most votes, while a Silver Ole was awarded for second place. This locals-driven guide highlights the best of the best in dining, shopping and exploring the city of San Clemente in 2018. SAN CLEMENTE TIMES | 3

12th Annual Best of San Clemente People’s Choice Ole Awards

CO NTE NTS E ateries, W atering H olE s and M ore Best...

Best surf Break

Best J E W E L RY

Best BRE A K FA ST

Appetizers Bagel Bar Bartender Beer Selection Breakfast Breakfast Burrito Burger Coffee Donut Family Restaurant Happy Hour International Eats Lunch Margarita Menu for Healthy Choices New Restaurant Overall Restaurant Pizza Restaurant for a Date or Romantic Evening Restaurant for Outdoor Dining Sandwich Sports Bar Spot to Cure a Sweet Tooth Sushi Taco Take-Out Food Wine Selection

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Best H A I R SA L O N

Antiques Arts and Crafts Supplies Beauty Supply Clothing Footwear Home Décor and Furnishings Home Improvement Store Jewelry Kids’ Apparel and Toys Place to Buy Flowers Place for Viewing or Buying Art Specialty Grocer Store to Buy the Perfect Gift Surfboard Shaper Surf/SUP Shop

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Acupuncturist Alternative Health Care Provider Auto Repair Auto Body Shop Banking Institution Barber Shop Catering Company Chiropractor Dental Health Care Provider

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Beach Billiards Camp for Kids Golf Course Local Annual Event Lodging Park Place to Take Out-of-Towners Special Event/Wedding Venue Surf Break Surf School Venue for Live Music

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12th Annual Best of San Clemente People’s Choice Ole Awards

E ateries and W atering H oles and more

Best New Restaurant GOLDEN OLE

Caf é H ermosa

979 Avenida Pico, Ste. D, 949.481.9550

Jamie Madison and her husband, Joe, opened this all-natural-food café in mid-2017, and the local responses have been positive. “All of our produce is organic. We have every salad you could think of, along with green juice smoothies. It’s a really pretty café, designed by a local designer. Food is prepped daily, and the salads have been a fan-favorite,” said Jamie. S I LV E R O L E

The L ocal

207 S. El Camino Real, 949.545.7006

The Local opened early in 2017 and offers a variety of late-night eats and local drinks. The establishment is the latest in El Camino Real developments. Chef and owner Hooman oﬁdi focuses on making dishes simple, and a bottomless brunch menu is expected to be offered in the near future. NOMINEES: Broke Da Mouth Poke • JD’s Kitchen and Bar • Kiki Hawaiian BBQ • Malulu Sushi • South Swell Ice Cream 2016 WINNERS: Gold: H.H. Cotton’s; Silver: The Shwack Cantina

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12th Annual Best of San Clemente People’s Choice Ole Awards

Best Breakfast GOLDEN OLE

A ntoines Caf E

218 S. El Camino Real, 949.492.1763, www.antoinescafe.com

For more than 25 years, Antoines Cafe has been a local destination for early risers. The air of a Parisian café wafts out of the storefront, and a plethora of dishes are lovingly crafted by the cafe’s staff. Once a year, the owner, Veronique Price, hosts students of San Clemente High School’s French classes to come by and order breakfast in French, her native language.

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Caf é Rae

1421 N. El Camino Real, Ste. D, 949.492.8480, www.caferae.com

Terry Shapiro, co-owner of Café Rae, is a selftaught chef, according to the café’s website. In his career, he has personally catered to high profile performers such as The Rolling Stones, Yanni, Neil Diamond and more. NOMINEES: Active Culture Natural Foods Cafe • Avila’s El Ranchito Mexican Restaurant • Bear Coast Coffee • Bella Collina San Clemente • Bowlology • Café Calypso • Café Hermosa • Café Mimosa • Calypso’s Sunrise Café • Captain Mauri’s • Carl’s Jr. • Denny’s Restaurant • Ellie’s Table at North Beach • Surfin’ Donuts Coffee Houses • H.H. Cotton’s • Humphry’s • IHOP • La Galette Creperie • Las Golondrinas Mexican Food • La Siesta Restaurant • La Tiendita • Bloom’s Irish Sports Bar & Restaurant • Pete’s Burger • Nick’s San Clemente • North Beach Nutrition • Panera Bread • Pierside Kitchen and Bar • Pipes Café • Poche Burger & Kitchen • Red Fox Lounge • Rose Donuts & Café • Rose’s Sugar Shack Café • Ruby’s Diner • S.C. Caf • SC Donuts • South of ick’s • Starbucks • Surfin’ Donuts Coffee Houses • The Bagel Shack • The Cellar • The Fisherman’s Restaurant & Bar • The Shwack Cantina • Tommy’s Family Restaurant • Zebra House Coffee 2016 WINNERS: Gold: Antoines Cafe; Silver: Café Rae

Best Breakfast Burrito GOLDEN OLE

P edro’s Tacos

2313 S. El Camino Real, 949.498.5904; 550 N. El Camino Real, 949.498.5908, www.pedrostacos.com

Pedro’s Tacos became famous more than 30 years ago when surfers came up from the famed breaks of Trestles and T-Street, hungrier than ever after an epic session for ﬁsh tacos. But surfers who catch the day’s ﬁrst wa es understand the egg, bacon and peppers combination with a choice of steak, chorizo or beans is hard to resist.

Best Cup of Coffee or Tea GOLDEN OLE

Bear Coast Cof f ee

618 ½ Avenida Victoria, 949.482.0618, www.bearcoastcoffee.com

One of the most popular social gathering places in San Clemente, Bear Coast Coffee rolled into its current location across from the Pier in 2016. The business has cut no corners in its exploration for the perfect bean. Jeffrey Clinard, the owner of Bear Coast, said he tries to ﬁnd the best coffee bean roasters in the area, samples them and the ﬁnest make the cup. S I LV E R O L E

Z eb ra H ouse Cof f ee

1001 S. El Camino Real, 949.218.6976, www.zebrahousecoffee.com

Coffee is served in an eclectic environment within Zebra House. Local music and other events are also hosted in the coffee house.

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The G rill at Surf in D onuts 202 N. El Camino Real, 949.492.8450

The breakfast burritos at The Grill at Surﬁn’ Donuts all have cheese, egg and potato in them. It’s up to you to combine your favorite choices of meat with these delectable dishes. NOMINEES: Active Culture Natural Foods Cafe • Adele’s at the San Clemente Inn • Adolfo’s Mexican Food • Antoines Cafe • Avila’s El Ranchito Mexican Restaurant • Bear Coast Coffee • Bella Collina San Clemente • Biggie’s Burgers • Café Calypso • Café Del Sol • Café Hermosa • Café Mimosa • Café Rae • Captain Mauri’s • Carl’s Jr. • Chronic Tacos • Del Taco • Denny’s Restaurant • Ellie’s Table at North Beach • Hanson’s Market • H.H. Cotton’s • Humphrey’s • Jack in the Box • Kelly’s Donuts • Knuckleheads Sports Bar & Grill • La Colombiana • La Galette Creperie • La Siesta Restaurant • La Tiendita • Las Golondrinas Mexican Food • Bloom’s Irish Sports Bar & Restaurant • Mr. Pete’s Burger • Mulligans Bar & Grill • OC Grill • Pipes Café • Ralphs • Rose Donuts & Café • Ruby’s Diner • S.C. Café • Sancho’s Tacos • South of Nick’s • Sunrise Café • Tommy’s Family Restaurant 2016 WINNERS: Gold: Pedro’s Tacos; Silver: The Grill at Surﬁn’ Donuts

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NOMINEES: Antoines Cafe • Café Calypso • Café Mimosa • Café Rae • Calypso’s Sunrise Café • Captain Mauri’s • Donut House • Ellie’s Table at North Beach • Kelly’s Donuts • La Colombiana • La Galette Creperie • Lavender Lounge Tea Company • McDonald’s • Panera Bread • Peet’s Coffee & Tea • Pipes Café • Rapport Coffee by Café Smith • Rose Donuts & Café • SC Donuts • Shoreline Church • Starbucks • Surﬁn’ Donuts Coffee Houses• The Bagel Shack • The Cellar 2016 WINNERS: Gold: Bear Coast Coffee; Silver: Zebra House Coffee

Best Donut GOLDEN OLE

Surf in’ D onuts Cof f ee H ouses

1822 S. El Camino Real, 949.492.1249

Surﬁn’ Donuts has been ser ing some of the best donuts in San Clemente for more than 20 years. “We have the best tiger tail; everybody knows cinnamon and chocolate. Everybody in the whole family is in the donut business,” said Lei Chang, the mother of the business owner, Allen Chang. Tiger tails are donuts that are twisted and infused with other ingredients.

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Rose D onuts & Caf é

624 Camino De Los Mares, 949.493.9200, www.rosecafesanclemente.com

Since 1984, Rose Donuts & Café has left its mark on one of America’s favorite treats. With donuts served in their famous pink boxes, the establishment continues to be not just a local, but a regional favorite. NOMINEES: Albertsons • Antoines Cafe • Bear Coast Coffee • Donut House • Ellie’s Table at North Beach • Kelly’s Donuts • Panera Bread • Zebra House Coffee 2016 WINNERS: Gold: Surﬁn’ Donuts Coffee Houses Sil er SC Donuts

Best Bagel GOLDEN OLE

The Bag el Shack

777 S. El Camino Real, 949.388.0745, www.thebagelshack.com

With a name like The Bagel Shack, you know you’re in for quality bagels. “It’s about the quality of service and the quality of food. We make 28 different types of bagels and we’re making a new gluten-free bagel this year. They’re all pretty popular,” said Broc Meserve, owner of The Bagel Shack. In addition to bagels, the restaurant offers lunch items and more named after popular surf spots in South Orange County. S I LV E R O L E

A ntoines Caf E

218 S. El Camino Real, 949.492.1763, www.antoinescafe.com

Antoines Cafe doesn’t just stop at coffee and other delights; the well-established eatery provides some of the most sought-after bagels in San Clemente.

Bear Coast Cof f ee

NOMINEES: Active Culture Natural Foods Cafe • Albertsons • Bear Coast Coffee • Board & Brew • Café Calypso • Café Hermosa • Café Rae • Ellie’s Table at North Beach • Kelly’s Donuts • Panera Bread • Rose Donuts & Café • Rose’s Sugar Shack Café • SC Donuts • Starbucks • Surﬁn’ Donuts Coffee Houses • Zebra House Coffee 2016 WINNERS: Gold: The Bagel Shack; Silver: Panera Bread

12th Annual Best of San Clemente People’s Choice Ole Awards

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Best Lunch Spot GOLDEN OLE

A ntoines Caf E

218 S. El Camino Real, 949.492.1763, www.antoinescafe.com

Although it’s mostly known for its breakfast in San Clemente, ntoines Cafe ﬁlls out its lunch menu for just about anyone’s palate. A quick breeze through their menu shows a number of fresh sandwiches and soups along with many other typical lunch provisions. The restaurant also hosts cooking classes. Try the Country Fresh Salad! S I LV E R O L E

A ctiv e Culture Natural Food Caf é

111 S. El Camino Real, 949.276.4625, www.activeculturecafe.com

Take your vegan friend here. No if’s, and’s or but’s. Active Culture promotes healthy vegetarian and vegan dishes galore, with flavorful concoctions to boot. NOMINEES: 9 Style Sushi • Adele’s at the San Clemente Inn • Adolfo’s Mexican Food • Avila’s El Ranchito Mexican Restaurant • Baja Fresh Mexican Grill • Banzai Bowls • BeachFire Bar and Grill • Bear Coast Coffee • Bella Collina San Clemente • Biggie’s Burgers • Billy’s Meat Seafood & Deli • Blaze Pizza • Board & Brew • Bowlology • Bread Gallery • Brick Restaurant • Café Calypso • Café Hermosa • Café Mimosa • Café Rae • Calypso’s Sunrise Café • Captain Mauri’s • Carl’s Jr. • Cassano’s Pizza • Denny’s Restaurant • Del Taco • Ellie’s Table at North Beach • Guicho’s Eatery • H.H. Cotton’s • Hapa J’s • Humphry’s • La Colombiana • La Galette Creperie • La Siesta Restaurant • La Tiendita • Las Golondrinas Mexican Food • Bloom’s Irish Sports Bar & Restaurant • Mongkut Thai Restaurant • MRK Public • Mulligans Sports Bar • Muse Sushi Restaurant • New Mandarin Garden • Nick’s San Clemente • Nomads Canteen • North Beach Nutrition • OC Tavern, Grill & Sports Bar, Grill & Sports Bar • Panera Bread • Pedro’s Tacos • Pho Thanh Binh • Pierside Kitchen and Bar • Pizza Port Brewing Company • Poke + Roll 808 • Ralphs • Red Fox Lounge • Rocco’s Restaurant • Ruby’s Diner • Sancho’s Tacos • S.C. Café • Selma’s Chicago Pizzeria and Tap Room • Slapﬁsh • Sonny’s Pizza and Pasta • South of Nick’s • Sundried Tomato American Bistros and Catering • Surﬁn’ Chicken • Taka O Restaurant • Thai Paradise SC • The Cellar

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• The isherman’s Restaurant & Bar • The Grill at Surﬁn’ Donuts • The Habit Burger Grill • Rider’s Club Café • The Shwack Cantina • Tina & Vince’s Italian Delicatessen • Wahoo’s Fish Tacos • Zebra House Coffee 2016 WINNERS: Gold: The Fisherman’s Restaurant & Bar; Silver: Active Culture Natural Food Café

Best Sandwich GOLDEN OLE

Board & Brew

979 Avenida Pico, 949.498.2739, www.boardandbrew.com

Almost 40 years ago in Del Mar, Calif., Board & Brew began a mission to not only develop its own sandwich prominence, but also take suggestions from locals. They seek out the best beer to accompany the mouth-watering meals. According to its website, Board & Brew aims to keep its menu simple with ingredients people enjoy and to keep its service consistently above board (no pun intended). S I LV E R O L E

Billy ’s M eats, Seaf ood & D eli 111 Avenida Del Mar, 949.498.5924, www.billyssanclemente.com

New owners took over Billy’s Meats, Seafood & Deli in the summer of 2016, and locals continue to flock for super tasty sandwiches and legendary fresh meats and poultry. NOMINEES: Active Culture Natural Foods Café • Adele’s at the San Clemente Inn • Antoines Cafe • BeachFire Bar and Grill • Bread Gallery • Burger Junkies • Café Calypso • Café Hermosa • Café Mimosa • Café Rae • Calypso’s Sunrise Café • Captain Mauri’s • Cassano’s Pizza • Ellie’s Table at North Beach • Guicho’s Eatery • H.H. Cotton’s • Humphry’s • Jimmy John’s • Bloom’s Irish Sports Bar & Restaurant • Mr. Pete’s Burger • MRK Public • Mulligans Sports Bar and Grill • Nick’s San Clemente • Nomads Canteen • Panera Bread • Philly’s Best • Ralphs • Ruby’s Diner • Sonny’s Pizza and Pasta • Sprouts Farmers Market • Subway • Sundried Tomato American Bistro and Catering • The Bagel Shack • The Cellar • The Fisherman’s Restaurant & Bar • The Habit Burger Grill • The Grill at Surﬁn’ Donuts • The Shwack Cantina • Tina & Vince’s Italian Delicatessen • Zebra House Coffee 2016 WINNERS: Gold: Board & Brew; Silver: Billy’s Meats Seafood & Deli

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Best Menu for Healthy Choices

9 Sty le Sushi

GOLDEN OLE

A ctiv e Culture Natural Foods Caf é

111 S. El Camino Real, 949.276.4625, www.activeculturecafe.com

Active Culture has a menu that incorporates as much health and nutrition information as possible. clean and delicious way to ﬁt in essential meals of the day, the restaurant serves primarily meat-free dishes. Taking a sustainable approach even further, the business provides cutlery that is all biodegradable. S I LV E R O L E

Cap tain M auri’s

149 Avenida Del Mar, 949.498.8098, www.captainmauris.com

Captain Mauri’s dishes blend a formidable list of healthy ingredients into savory lunch and breakfast items. Check out some of their famous wraps. NOMINEES: 9 Style Sushi • Antoines Cafe • Banzai Bowls • Bear Coast Coffee • BeachFire Bar and Grill • Bella Collina San Clemente • Billy’s Meats Seafood & Deli • Board & Brew • Bowlology • Bread Gallery • Brick Pizzeria • Café Calypso • Café Hermosa • Café Mimosa • Café Mint • Café Rae • Calypso’s Sunrise Café • Ellie’s Table at North Beach • Flame Broiler • Guicho’s Eatery • Hapa J’s • Juice My Heart • Juice Stop • La Galette Creperie • Mongkut Thai Restaurant • MRK Public • Muse Sushi Restaurant• Nekter Juice Bar • Nick’s San Clemente • Nomads Canteen • North Beach Nutrition • Panera Bread • Pedro’s Tacos • Pho Thanh Binh • Pierside Kitchen and Bar • Pizza Port Brewing Company • Poke + Roll 808 • Red Fox Lounge • Rubio’s Coastal Grill • South of Nick’s • Sonny’s Pizza and Pasta • Sprouts Farmers Market • Sundried Tomato American Bistro and Catering • Super Bowl Express • Taka-O Restaurant • The Cellar • The Fisherman’s Restaurant & Bar • The Habit Burger Grill • The Shwack Cantina • Tina & Vince’s Italian Delicatessen • Village Mediterranean Rim • Vine Restaurant & Bar • Wahoo’s Fish Taco • Zebra House Coffee • zpizza 2016 WINNERS: Gold: Active Culture Natural Foods Café; Silver: Captain Mauri’s

P edro’s Tacos

Sancho’s Tacos

1013 S. El Camino Real, 949.218.0488, www.sanchostacos.com

The newcomer on the block for tacos, Sancho’s Tacos puts street tacos into another echelon. From caramelized chicken and savory spices, the vibe of Sancho’s has been quickly welcomed by locals. NOMINEES: Adolfo’s Mexican Food • Antoines Cafe • Avila’s El Ranchito Mexican Restaurant • Baja Fresh Mexican Grill • Barnoa Wine Company • BeachFire Bar and Grill • Bella Collina San Clemente • Bloom’s Irish Sports Bar & Restaurant • Café Del Sol • Chipotle • Chronic Tacos • Del Taco • El Jefe Café • El Mariachi Restaurant & Bar • H.H. Cotton’s • Hapa J’s • Jack in the Box • La Colombiana • La Siesta Restaurant • La Tiendita • Las Golondrinas Mexican Food • Los Patios • Mulligans Sports Bar and Grill • Nomads Canteen • OC Tavern, Grill & Sports Bar • Pierside Kitchen and Bar • Rubio’s Coastal Grill • Ruby’s Diner • Slapﬁsh • South of ick’s • Taco Bell • The Grill at Surﬁn’ Donuts • The Fisherman’s Restaurant & Bar • The Shwack Cantina • Wahoo’s Fish Taco 2016 WINNERS: Gold: Pedro’s Tacos; Silver: La Siesta Restaurant

Best Pizza GOLDEN OLE

P iz z a P ort Brew ing Comp any

301 N. El Camino Real, 949.940.0005, www.pizzaport.com

Upstairs and downstairs, Pizza Port is a favorite of families and late-night gatherings in San Clemente. The brew pub and pizzeria, situated in the heart of El Camino Real, has been making pies in town for decades with California-inspired ingredients. The location can accommodate large parties, and it’s worth taking a second look at the “antiwimpy gourmet pizzas.”

Best Taco

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L a Rocco’s P iz z E RI A

113 S. El Camino Real, 949.366.8890

San Clemente’s slice of New York-style pizza is thin but ﬁlling, and runs the gamut on all kinds of toppings. NOMINEES: Antoines Cafe • Ball Park Pizza • BeachFire Bar and Grill • Blaze Pizza • Board & Brew • Brick Pizzeria • Cassano’s Pizza • Domino’s Pizza • Fratello’s Italian Restaurant • Italian Cravings • OC Tavern, Grill & Sports Bar • Papa John’s Pizza • Pizza Hut • Rocco’s Restaurant • Romanos Pasta & Pizzeria • Round Table Pizza • San Clemente Pizza Company • Selma’s Chicago Pizzeria and Tap Room • Sonny’s Pizza and Pasta • Stuft Pizza • Surfside Pizza • Tina & Vince’s Italian Delicatessen • T ’s oodﬁre Pizza • zpizza 2016 WINNERS: Gold: La Rocco’s Pizza; Silver: Pizza Port Brewing Company

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Best Burger GOLDEN OLE

P edro’s Tacos

2313 S. El Camino Real, 949.498.5904; 550 N. El Camino Real, 949.498.5908, www.pedrostacos.com

Decades of consistency and practice have made Pedro’s Tacos an icon of San Clemente. nown for its ﬁsh tacos which it claims are the best in the world Pedro’s also features a full menu of Mexican and Southern California fusion, including a fried chicken taco. If you’re looking for a quick bite to eat, check out Pedro’s. Odds are you’ll ﬁnd someone either coming from or going to surf who will tell you their favorites.

TH E Riders Club Caf é

1701 N. El Camino Real, 949.388.3758, www.ridersclubcafe.com

When you grind your own beef, good things happen. Such is the case at The Riders Club, which has been selected as the best burger of San Clemente for multiple years. The local establishment features a simple menu with unmatched taste, and beers are available in bottle or draft form. People are only stymied by whether to have their onions served grilled or raw. S I LV E R O L E

Big g ie’s Burg ers

1017 S. El Camino Real, 949.492.9182, www.biggiesburgers.com

Biggie’s is as American as it gets. From the

Rockabilly music to the chocolate and vanilla shakes, this old-school burger joint has people turning back the clock to the 1950s. NOMINEES: Active Culture Natural Foods Café • Adele’s at the San Clemente Inn • Antoines Cafe • Barnoa Wine Company • BeachFire Bar and Grill • Bella Collina San Clemente • Board & Brew • Burger Junkies • Café Mimosa • Carl’s Jr • Duke’s • Firehouse Ribs & More • H.H. Cotton’s • Knuckleheads Sports Bar & Grill • Bloom’s Irish Sports Bar & Restaurant • Mr. Pete’s Burger • MRK Public • Mulligans Sports Bar and Grill • Nick’s San Clemente • OC Tavern, Grill & Sports Bar • Pierside Kitchen and Bar • Pipes Café • Poche Burger & Kitchen • Rose Donuts & Café • Ruby’s Diner • S.C. Café • Smashburger • Sundried Tomato American Bistro and Catering • The Cellar • The Fisherman’s Restaurant & Bar • The Grill at Surﬁn’ Donuts • The Habit Burger Grill • The Shwack Cantina • Tommy’s Family Restaurant • Vine Restaurant & Bar 2016 WINNERS: Gold: The Rider’s Club Café; Silver: Biggie’s Burgers

Best Sushi GOLDEN OLE

9 Sty le Sushi

102 Avenida Victoria, 949.366.3669, www.ninestylesushi.com

9 Style Sushi is a perennial champion in the San Clemente sushi industry. The slogan on the restaurant’s website is, “Happiness is a sushi date. e bring in uality ﬁsh, and we are an authentic Japanese style restaurant,” said manager Shoko Yamaguchi. “We have a head chef who is Japanese and we try to serve the most authentic Japanese food.” S I LV E R O L E

Taka- O Restaurant

425 N. El Camino Real, 949.498.7111, www.taka-orestaurant.com

Taka-O goes to great lengths to give its customers the dining experience they desire with a hearty selection of sushi. Dine in traditional Western booths or at the sushi bar. NOMINEES: Aha! Sushi • Full Moon Sushi • Hapa J’s • Miyako Japanese Restaurant • Malulu Sushi • Muse Sushi Restaurant • Nobu Sushi • Poke + Roll 808 • Ralphs 2016 WINNERS: Gold: 9 Style Sushi; Silver: Taka-O Restaurant

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Best Appetizers GOLDEN OLE

Nick’s San Clemente 213 Avenida Del Mar, 949.481.2200, www.scnicks.com

Seasons dictate the menu of Nick’s San Clemente appetizers and entrees. But the chefs are in charge when it comes to elevating their flavor. An artisanal cheese board is always available, and this winter the restaurant offers tuna tartare, grilled artichoke and shrimp taquitos, just to name a few. S I LV E R O L E

The Cellar

156 Avenida Del Mar, 949.492.3663, www.thecellarsite.com

The Fisherman’s Restaurant & Bar

No one in town dominates the charcuterie plate like The Cellar. With its premium meats and cheeses, partygoers will enjoy what The Cellar has to offer. NOMINEES: Active Culture Natural Foods Café • Antoines Cafe • Avila’s El Ranchito Mexican Restaurant• Barnoa Wine Company • BeachFire Bar and Grill • Bella Collina San Clemente • Bloom’s Irish Sports Bar & Restaurant • Brick • Cassano’s Pizza • El Jefe Café • Ellie’s Table North Beach • Fratello’s Italian Restaurant • H.H. Cotton’s • Hapa J’s • Inka Mama’s • Italian Cravings • Iva Lee’s Restaurant and Lounge • Knuckleheads Sports Bar & Grill • La Colombiana • La Siesta Restaurant • Mongkut Thai Restaurant • MRK Public • Nomads Canteen • OC Tavern, Grill & Sports Bar • Pho Thanh Binh • Pierside Kitchen and Bar • Pizza Port Brewing Company • Poke + Roll 808 • Rocco’s Restaurant • Ruby’s Diner • Selma’s Chicago Pizzeria and Tap Room • Sonny’s Pizza and Pasta • South of Nick’s • Sundried Tomato American Bistro and Catering • Taka-O Restaurant • The Fisherman’s Restaurant & Bar • Village Mediterranean Rim • Vine Restaurant & Bar 2016 WINNERS: Gold: The Cellar; Silver: Nick’s San Clemente

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Best Restaurant for Outdoor Dining GOLDEN OLE

The Fisherman’s Restaurant & Bar

611 Avenida Victoria, 949.498.6390, www.theﬁshermansrestaurant.com

It’s hard not to be the best when you have an up-close view of the Pacific Ocean and its magnificent sunsets at your disposal. Pair all that with a selection of fine wines and fresh fish, and it makes for a memorable outing. People who visit San Clemente make the Pier and The Fisherman’s Restaurant & Bar their top stop.

Nomads Canteen

102 Avenida Cabrillo, 949.481.4153, www.stayatnomads.com

It may be wise to book a room after gorging outside on Nomads’ patio. Nomads also operates a hotel with cool surf décor rooms. NOMINEES: Active Culture Natural Foods Café • Antoines Cafe • Avila’s El Ranchito Mexican Restaurant • Baja Fresh Mexican Grill • BeachFire Bar and Grill • Bear Coast Coffee • Bella Collina San Clemente • Blaze Pizza • Bread Gallery • Brick Pizzeria • Café Calypso • Café Hermosa • Café Mimosa • Captain Mauri’s • Cassano’s Pizza • Ellie’s Table at North Beach • H.H. Cotton’s • Inka Mama’s • Iva Lee’s Restaurant and Lounge • JD’s Kitchen and Bar • La Colombiana • La Gallette Creperie • MRK Public • Nick’s San Clemente • Pho Thanh Binh • Pierside Kitchen and Bar • Pizza Port Brewing Company • Romanos Pasta & Pizzeria • Ruby’s Diner • Sancho’s Tacos • Slapﬁsh • Sonny’s Pizza and Pasta • South of Nick’s • Sundried Tomato American Bistro and Catering • The Cellar • The Grill at Surﬁn’ Donuts • The Local • The Shwack Cantina • Vine Restaurant & Bar • Zebra House Coffee 2016 WINNERS: Gold: The Fisherman’s Restaurant & Bar; Silver: Nomads Canteen

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Best Restaurant for a Date/Romantic Evening GOLDEN OLE

V ine Restaurant & Bar 211 N. El Camino Real, 949.361.2079, www.vinesanclemente.com

Exposed-brick walls lit by candles or the outdoor patio at Vine will make quite the impression on your date. The intimate setting along with top-quality dishes all but ensures a night you’ll be able to enjoy away from the turnstiles of everyday life. Get cozy with a glass of wine and enjoy the atmosphere.

NOMINEES: 9 Style Sushi • Active Culture Natural Foods Café • Aldolfo’s Mexican Food • Antoines Cafe • Avila’s El Ranchito Mexican Restaurant • Bloom’s Irish Sports Bar & Restaurant • Bowlology • Brick • Café Mimosa • Café Mint • Café Rae • Cassano’s Pizza • China Well Restaurant • Fratello’s Italian Restaurant • Guicho’s Eatery • Hapa J’s • IHOP • Inka Mama’s • Italian Cravings • Iva Lee’s Restaurant and Lounge • La Galette Creperie • La Siesta Restaurant • La Tiendita • Little Thai Hut Restaurant • Las Golondrinas Mexican Food • Malulu Sushi • MRK Public • Muse Sushi Restaurant • New Mandarin Garden • Nick’s San Clemente • Nomads Canteen • Pho Thanh Binh • Poke + Roll 808 • Rocco’s Restaurant • Romano’s Pasta and Pizzeria • Rubio’s Coastal Grill • Sonny’s Pizza and Pasta • South of Nick’s • Super Bowl Express • Taka-O Restaurant • Thai Palace • Thai Paradise SC • Tina & Vince’s Italian Delicatessen • Village Mediterranean Rim • Vine Restaurant & Bar • Wahoo’s Fish Taco 2016 WINNERS: Gold: Mongkut Thai Restaurant; Silver: La Colombiana

Best Family Restaurant

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Nick’s San Clemente

Sonny ’s P iz z a and P asta

213 Avenida Del Mar, 949.481.2200, www.scnicks.com

Nick’s San Clemente offers many different dishes for that perfect date. Check out their dessert menu before heading home. NOMINEES: Antoines Cafe • BeachFire Bar and Grill • Bear Coast Coffee • Bella Collina San Clemente • Brick • Café Mimosa • Cassano’s Pizza • H.H. Cotton’s • Italian Cravings • Iva Lee’s Restaurant and Lounge • JD’s Kitchen and Bar • La Colombiana • La Rocco’sPizza • McDonalds • Mongkut Thai Restaurant • MRK Public • Nomads Canteen • Ole’s Tavern • Pho Thanh Binh • Pierside Kitchen and Bar • Pizza Port Brewing Company • Poke + Roll 808 • Rocco’s Restaurant • Ruby’s Diner • San Clemente Wine Company • Sonny’s Pizza and Pasta • South of Nick’s • Sundried Tomato American Bistro and Catering • Taka-O Restaurant • The Cellar • The Fisherman’s Restaurant & Bar • Village Mediterranean Rim 2016 WINNERS: Gold: Vine Restaurant & Bar; Silver: Nick’s San Clemente

Best International Eats GOLDEN OLE

M ong kut Thai Restaurant 212 Avenida Del Mar, 949.492.3871, www.mongkutthaisc.com

A longtime staple of the San Clemente restaurant scene, Mongkut Thai has served some of the most authentic Thai food available in Southern California. The 30-yearowned establishment also offers options for vegetarians and vegans. Special dishes include the drunken noodles and Kai-Kua noodles, and they make an emphasis on the variety of curries available. S I LV E R O L E

L a Colomb iana

1640 N. El Camino Real, 949.441.7656

A Colombian journey of the senses, La Colombiana has a vast menu of dishes of the native country. The friendly staff will guide you through the experience.

429 N. El Camino Real, 949.498.2540, www.sonnys.com

For 37 years, Sonny’s Pizza and Pasta has provided a warm atmosphere for families. Co-owner Julie Ragenovich said the business “goes the extra mile.” “It’s a family-run business, and we’ve seen the same kids grow up here for generations and hired some of them,” Ragenovich said. “Our atmosphere is perfect for families.” With generous portions for reasonable prices, the business has put together a winning combination for guests. S I LV E R O L E

P iz z a P ort Brew ing Comp any

301 N. El Camino Real, 949.940.0005, www.pizzaport.com

Who doesn’t love a big ol’ slice of pizza for their birthday or after winning a little league game Pizza Port is large enough to ﬁt the whole team. NOMINEES: 9 Style Sushi • Active Culture Natural Foods Café • Adele’s at the San Clemente Inn • Antoines Cafe • Avila’s El Ranchito Mexican Restaurant • Ball Park Pizza • BeachFire Bar and Grill • Bear Coast Coffee • Bella Collina San Clemente • Blaze Pizza • Board & Brew • Brick • Café Del Sol • Café Mimosa • Café Rae • Captain Mauri’s • Cassano’s Pizza • China Well • Chipotle • Denny’s Restaurant • Dukes• Ellie’s Table at North Beach • Firehouse Ribs & More • Fratello’s Italian Restaurant • H.H. Cotton’s • Hapa J’s • iHOP • Inka Mama’s • Italian Cravings • Iva Lee’s Restaurant and Lounge • JD’s Kitchen and Bar • La Colombiana • La Gallette Creperie • La Rocco’s Pizzeria • La Siesta Restaurant • Los Patios • McDonalds • Mongkut Thai Restaurant • MRK Public • New Mandarin Garden • Nick’s San Clemente • Nomads Canteen • OC Tavern, Grill & Sports Bar • Pho Thanh Binh • Poke + Roll 808 • Romanos Pasta & Pizza • Rocco’s Restaurant • Ruby’s Diner • Sancho’s Tacos • S.C. Café • Selma’s Chicago Pizzeria and Tap Room • South of Nick’s • Sundried Tomato American Bistro and Catering • Taka-O Restaurant • Thai Palace • The Cellar • The Fisherman’s Restaurant & Bar • The Habit Burger Grill • Rider’s Club Café • The Shwack Cantina • Tina & Vince’s Italian Delicatessen • Tommy’s Family Restaurant • Wahoo’s Fish Taco • Vine Restaurant & Bar • Zebra House Coffee 2016 WINNERS: New Category

Sonny ’s P iz z a and P asta

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Best Spot to Cure a Sweet Tooth GOLDEN OLE

South Sw ell I ce Cream

137 Avenida Del Mar, 949.388.4984, www.southswellicecream.com

This is a dessert, not just an ice cream. From the vanilla, chocolate or gluten-free frozen banana base to the milk-dark chocolate hybrid dip and local baked goods toppings, South Swell is a gourmet experience. Opening in March of 2017, owner Christine Rubadou’s “crazy dream” has become the spot on Avenida Del Mar to take a dip. S I LV E R O L E

Schmid’s of San Clemente Fine ChocolateS

99 Avenida Del Mar, 949.369.1052, www.schmidschocolate.com

Indulge in the best blends of Belgian chocolate as well as owner Kim Maya’s own custom blends with the handcrafted and high-quality confections of Schmid’s Fine Chocolates.

South Sw ell I ce Cream

NOMINEES: Active Culture Natural Foods Café/Velvet Yogurt • Adele’s at the San Clemente Inn • Antoines Cafe • Banzai Bowls • Baskin-Robbins • BeachFire Bar and Grill • Bear Coast Coffee • Billy’s Meats, Seafood & Deli • Blackbird Artisan Pie • Brick • Café Mimosa • Café Rae • Ellie’s Table at North Beach • Golden Spoon rozen ogurt • H.H. Cotton’s • La Gallette Creperie • enchie’s Plaza Paciﬁca • Nick’s San Clemente • Ole’s Tavern • Panera Bread • Rite Aid • Rocket Fizz Soda Pop & Candy Shop • Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory • S.C. Donuts • Selma’s Chicago Pizzeria and Tap Room • Sensitive Sweets • South of Nick’s • Sugar Blossom Bake Shop • The Cellar • The Fisherman’s Restaurant & Bar • The Grill at Surﬁn’ Donuts • Village editerranean Rim • ogurtland • Zebra House Coffee 2016 WINNERS: Gold: Ellie’s Table at North Beach; Silver: Active Culture Natural Foods Café/Velvet Yogurt

12th Annual Best of San Clemente People’s Choice Ole Awards

G uichos E atery

Best Spot for Take-Out Food

Best Overall Restaurant

GOLDEN OLE

G uichos E atery

Nick’s San Clemente

Italian cuisine is easy to pick up and carry out at Guicho’s Eatery. If you’re strapped for time during your lunch hour, call ahead to pick up a hot pasta dish or gourmet sandwich. With a location on each side of town, it’s fresh and convenient.

A premium restaurant in San Clemente, Nick’s seasonal choices of seafood and steaks has put it at the top of the restaurants in town. “Nick’s is dedicated to perfecting the dining experience through continuous innovation, offering the highest quality of food and beverages and executes impeccable standards of hospitality,” a statement from Nick’s read.

1110 S. El Camino Real, 949.481.1070; 440 Camino De Estrella, 949.248.1910, www.guichos.com

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P edro’s Tacos

2313 S. El Camino Real, 949.498.5904; 550 N. El Camino Real, 949.498.5908, www.pedrostacos.com

A quick-and-easy way to take care of lunch, Pedro’s Tacos doesn’t make you wait long for those sought after fish tacos. NOMINEES: 9 Style Sushi • Active Culture Natural Foods Café • Adolfo’s Mexican Food • Antoines Cafe • Avila’s El Ranchito Mexican Restaurant • Bear Coast Coffee • Biggie’s Burgers • Billy’s Meats Seafood & Deli • Blaze Pizza • Board & Brew • Brick • Burger Junkies • Café Calypso • Café Del Sol • Café Hermosa • Café Mint • Café Rae • Captain Mauri’s • Carl’s Jr. • Cassano’s Pizza • China Well • Chipotle • Chronic Tacos • Del Taco • Domino’s Pizza • El Pollo Loco • Ellie’s Table at North Beach • Firehouse Ribs & More • Fratello’s Italian Restaurant • Hapa J’s • Inka Mama’s • Italian Cravings • La Siesta Restaurant • La Tiendita • Las Golondrinas Mexican Food • La Rocco’s Pizza • Little Thai Hut • McDonalds • Mongkut Thai Restaurant • Mr. Pete’s Burger • MRK Public • New Mandarin Garden • Nomads Canteen • OC Tavern, Grill & Sports Bar • Ole’s Tavern • Panera Bread • Pho Thanh Binh • Pick Up Stix • Pizza Port Brewing Company • Poke + Roll 808 • Romano’s Pasta & Pizza • Rocco’s Restaurant • Rubio’s Coastal Grill • Ruby’s Diner • San Clemente Pizza Company • Sancho’s Tacos • S.C. Café • Selma’s Chicago Pizzeria and Tap Room • Sonny’s Pizza and Pasta • South of Nick’s • Stuft Pizza • Sundried Tomato American Bistro and Catering • Super Bowl press • Surfin’ Chicken • Taco Bell • Thai Palace • Thai Paradise SC • The Bagel Shack • The isherman’s Restaurant & Bar • The Grill at Surfin’ Donuts • The Habit Burger Grill • Rider’s Club Café • The Shwack Cantina • Tina & Vince’s Italian Delicatessen • Vine Restaurant & Bar • Wahoo’s Fish Tacos • Wing Stop • Zebra House Coffee • zpizza 2016 WINNERS: New Category

213 Avenida del Mar, 949.481.2200, www.scnicks.com

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V ine Restaurant & Bar 211 N. El Camino Real, 949.361.2079, www.vinesanclemente.com

Vine’s ultimate wine selection and premium dishes have put it on the map as one of San Clemente’s ﬁnest dining locations. NOMINEES: 9 Style Sushi • Active Culture Natural Foods Café • Adele’s at the San Clemente Inn • Antoines Cafe • Avila’s El Ranchito Mexican Restaurant • BeachFire Bar and Grill • Bear Coast Coffee • Bella Collina San Clemente • Blooms Irish Bar & Restaurant • Brick • Café Mimosa • Café Rae • Cassano’s Pizza • China Well Restaurant • El Mariachi Mexican Restaurant • Ellie’s Table at North Beach • Fratello’s Family Italian Restaurant • Full Moon Sushi • Guicho’s Eatery • H.H. Cotton’s • Hapa J’s • Inka Mama’s • Iva Lee’s Restaurant and Lounge • JD’s Kitchen and Bar • La Colombiana • La Gallette Creperie • La Rocco’s Pizza • La Siesta Restaurant • La Tiendita • Mongkut Thai Restaurant • MRK Public • Muse Sushi Restaurant • Nomads Canteen • Panera Bread • Pedro’s Tacos • Pho Thanh Binh • Pierside Kitchen and Bar • Pizza Port Brewing Company • Poke + Roll 808 • Rocco’s Restaurant • Romano’s Pasta and Pizza • Ruby’s Diner • S.C. Café • Selma’s Chicago Pizzeria and Tap Room • Slapﬁsh • Sonny’s Pizza and Pasta • South of ick’s • Sundried Tomato American Bistro and Catering • Taka-O Restaurant • The Cellar • The Fisherman’s Restaurant & Bar • Rider’s Club Café • The Shwack Cantina • Vine Restaurant & Bar • Village Mediterranean Rim • Wahoo’s Fish Tacos • Zebra House Coffee 2016 WINNERS: Gold: Nick’s San Clemente; Silver: South of Nick’s

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Best Bar GOLDEN OLE

Red Fox L oung e

220 S. El Camino Real, 949.492.3403

The Red Fox Lounge, also known as the RFL, keeps it mellow. “It’s a talking bar,” owner Antoiné Price said. “No neon, not all of that bright, rowdy, louder stuff.” The RFL takes to its name of being a lounge where patrons can relax, take a load off and have a drink with friends. S I LV E R O L E

O le’s Tav ern

127 S. El Camino Real, 949.498.9400, www.olestavern.com

Right in downtown San Clemente, Ole’s Tavern is the perfect place to start the night with a game and continue it with libations. NOMINEES: Artifex Brewing Company • Avila’s El Ranchito Mexican Restaurant • Barnoa Wine Bar • BeachFire Bar and Grill • Bella Collina San Clemente • Big Helyn’s Saloon • Blooms Irish Bar & Restaurant • Cassano’s Pizza • Duke’s • Fratello’s Italian Restaurant • Goody’s Tavern • H.H. Cotton’s • Hapa J’s • Inka Mama’s • Iva Lee’s Restaurant and Lounge • JD’s Kitchen and Bar • Knuckleheads Sports Bar & Grill • Left Coast Brewing Co • Lost Winds Brewing Company • Mulligans Sports Bar and Grill • Nick’s San Clemente • Nomads Canteen • OC Tavern, Grill & Sports Bar • Outrigger • Pierside Kitchen and Bar • Pizza Port Brewing Company • Poche Burger and Bar • San Clemente Municipal Golf Club • Shorecliffs Golf Club • San Clemente ine Company • Slapﬁsh • South of ick’s • Sundried Tomato American Bistro and Catering • Taka-O Restaurant • The Cellar • The Shwack Cantina • Vine Restaurant & Bar 2016 WINNERS: Gold: The Cellar; Silver: Red Fox Lounge

Red Fox L oung e

12th Annual Best of San Clemente People’s Choice Ole Awards ern, Grill & Sports Bar • Ole’s Tavern • Pierside Kitchen and Bar • Poche Burger & Kitchen • Red Fox Lounge • The Fisherman’s Restaurant & Bar • The Shwack Cantina • Vine Restaurant & Bar • Wahoo’s Fish Tacos 2016 WINNERS: Gold: South of Nick’s; Silver: La Siesta Restaurant

Best Beer Selection Best Happy Hour GOLDEN OLE

The Cellar

156 Avenida Del Mar, 949.492.3663, www.thecellarsite.com

Grab a glass of wine with an experience as comfortable as your own living room at The Cellar. “It’s a welcoming vibe. Customers can come in and plop down,” owner Dawn Provence said. The Cellar pairs wines with delicious cheese plates to let you relax and unwind at your next afterwork gathering. S I LV E R O L E

The Fisherman’s Restaurant & Bar

611 Avenida Victoria, 949.498.6390, www.theﬁshermansrestaurant.com

Taking in the sunset from San Clemente Pier is great on its own, but it’s only enhanced by quality drinks and food at The Fisherman’s Restaurant and Bar for happy hour. NOMINEES: Antoines Cafe • Artifex Brewing • Avila’s El Ranchito Mexican Restaurant • Barnoa Wine Bar • BeachFire Bar and Grill • Bear Coast Coffee • Bella Collina San Clemente • Blooms Irish Bar & Restaurant • Café Hermosa • Cassano’s Pizza • Duke’s • Fratello’s Family Italian Restaurant • H.H. Cotton’s • Hapa J’s • Inka Mama’s • Iva Lee Restaurant • JD’s Kitchen and Bar • Knuckleheads Sports Bar & Grill • La Colombiana • La Siesta Restaurant • Lavender Lounge • Los Patios • MRK Public • Mulligans Sports Bar and Grill • Nick’s San Clemente • Nomads Canteen • OC Tavern, Grill & Sports Bar • Ole’s Tavern • Pierside Kitchen and Bar • Pizza Port Brewing Company • Poke + Roll 808 • Red Fox Lounge • Rocco’s Restaurant • San Clemente Wine Company • Selma’s Chicago Pizzeria and Tap Room • Shorecliffs Golf Club • South of Nick’s • Sundried Tomato American Bistro and Catering • Taka-O Restaurant • The Rider’s Club Café • The Shwack Cantina • Vine Restaurant & Bar 2016 WINNERS: Gold: The Fisherman’s Restaurant & Bar, The Cellar; Silver: H.H. Cotton’s

Best Margarita GOLDEN OLE

South of Nick’s

110 N. El Camino Real, 949.481.4545, www.n c srestaurants.com

With 10 different margaritas listed on its menu, including one frozen and three by the pitcher, South of Nick’s has every option to suit your ﬁ . This hot spot also pro ides boundless varieties and brands of tequila to infuse your margarita. South of Nick’s margaritas are made with fresh ingredients and are crafted for quality. S I LV E R O L E

L a Siesta Restaurant

920 N. El Camino Real, 949.498.3094, www.lasiestasanclemente.com

Cadillac, chile cucumber, spicy watermelon or the traditional house margarita, La Siesta has plenty of choices to liven up taste buds. NOMINEES: Adele’s at the San Clemente Inn • Avila’s El Ranchito Mexican Restaurant • BeachFire Bar and Grill • Blooms Irish Bar & Restaurant • Dukes • H.H. Cotton’s • Hapa J’s • Iva Lee’s Restaurant and Lounge • JD’s Kitchen and Bar • Los Patios • Nick’s San Clemente • Nomads Canteen • OC Tav-

GOLDEN OLE

P iz z a P ort Brew ing Comp any

301 N. El Camino Real, 949.490.0005, www.pizzaport.com

With well over 30 beers on tap at any time, Pizza Port’s San Clemente location is a beer lover’s bonanza. Head brewer Kane Christensen selects a variety of outside and local beers as well as crafts some of Pizza Port’s own award-winning beers. Lagers, ales, ciders and more are all available. Try the Sharkbite Red Ale. S I LV E R O L E

Nomads Canteen

102 Avenida Cabrillo, 949.481.4153, www.stayatnomads.com

Nomads Canteen offers 32 draft beers on tap and a deck with a clear view of the Pacific Ocean to kick back and en oy your choice of suds. NOMINEES: Antoines Cafe • Artifex Brewing Company • Barnoa Wine Bar • BeachFire Bar and Grill • Beach Front Liquor • Billy’s Meats, Seafood & Deli • Blooms Irish Bar & Restaurant • Board & Brew • Cassano’s Pizza • Duke’s • H.H. Cotton’s • Hapa J’s • JD’s Kitchen and Bar • Left Coast Brewing Co • Lost Winds Brewing Company • MRK Public • Mulligans Sports Bar and Grill • Nick’s San Clemente • OC Tavern, Grill & Sports Bar • Ole’s Tavern • Outrigger • Pierside Kitchen and Bar • Red Fox Lounge • Ruby’s Diner • San Clemente Wine Company • Selma’s Chicago Pizzeria and Tap Room • Slapfish • South of ick’s • The Cellar • The Fisherman’s Restaurant & Bar • Rider’s Club Café • T ’s oodfire Pizza • Vine Restaurant & Bar 2016 WINNERS: Gold: Pizza Port Brewing Company; Silver: Nomads Canteen

Best Wine Selection GOLDEN OLE

The Cellar

156 Avenida Del Mar, 949.492.3663, www.thecellarsite.com

The Cellar’s collection of wine is large, aried and ﬁnely tuned. ith wine buyer im Prieto at the helm, The Cellar is ready for any palate. “She’s constantly switching it out and tasting new wines. The selection is not the same for long,” owner Dawn Provence said. Prieto has the selection always evolving and keeping up with the latest trends in the world of wine. S I LV E R O L E

V ine Restaurant & Bar 211 N. El Camino Real, 949.361.2079, www.vinesanclemente.com

With over 100 bottles available, including more than 25 with a by-the-glass option, Vine has a full selection of wine for any occasion or pairing. NOMINEES: Antoines Cafe • Barnoa Wine Bar • Bob’s Fine Wines • Café Mimosa • Cassano’s Pizza • Fratello’s Italian Restaurant • H.H. Cotton’s • Iva Lee’s Restaurant and Lounge • MRK Public • Nick’s San Clemente • Pierside Kitchen and Bar • Red Fox Lounge • Rocco’s Restaurant • Ruby’s Diner • San Clemente Wine Company • Sonny’s Pizza and Pasta • South of Nick’s • Sundried Tomato American Bistro and Catering • The Fisherman’s Restaurant & Bar • The Shwack Cantina • Trader Joe’s • Vine Restaurant & Bar 2016 WINNERS: Gold: The Cellar; Silver: San Clemente Wine Company

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O C Tav ern, G rill & Sp orts Bar

Best Sports Bar GOLDEN OLE

O C Tav ern, G rill & Sp orts Bar

2369 S. El Camino Real, 949. 542.8877, www.octavern.com

Three 100-inch projection screens and 20 flat screen TVs put you in the middle of the action at OC Tavern. The restaurant also offers a dedicating horse racing room with over 30 flat screen TVs, wagering stations and a separate bar. OC Tavern also boasts an outdoor cigar lounge. With live music on weekends, OC Tavern is the place for sports, entertainment, food and drinks. S I LV E R O L E

O le’s Tav ern

127 S. El Camino Real, 949.498.9400, www.olestavern.com

Best Bartender GOLDEN OLE

J ay lene W eav er The Cellar

156 Avenida Del Mar, 949.492.3663, www.thecellarsite.com

With the array of drink options The Cellar provides, Jaylene Weaver makes the connection to get the right selection for her guests. “I love to make people feel like they’re coming into our house,” Weaver said. “It’s asking questions, making it be about them and not being rooty-tooty about how much I know. It makes it a personal experience.” S I LV E R O L E

G ab e W horely

Vine Restaurant & Bar

211 N. El Camino Real, 949.361.2079, www.vinesanclemente.com

Ole’s Tavern proclaims itself as “the original sports bar in the heart of San Clemente” and one of the best places in town for football.

Gabe Whorely’s passion and energy for his craft alone has produced a cocktail program that he serves with a unique style to provide a signature experience.

NOMINEES: Artifex Brewing Company • Avila’s El Ranchito Mexican Restaurant • Ball Park Pizza • Big Helyn’s Saloon • Blooms Irish Bar & Restaurant • Dukes • Goody’s Tavern • H.H. Cotton’s • Hapa J’s • JD’s Kitchen and Bar • Knuckleheads Sports Bar & Grill • Left Coast Brewing Company • Mulligans Sports Bar and Grill • Nick’s San Clemente • Nomads Canteen • Outrigger • Pierside Kitchen and Bar • Pizza Port Brewing Company • Poche Burger and Bar • Rex Fox Lounge • Shorecliffs Golf Club • Slapﬁsh • Sundried Tomato merican Bistro and Catering • The Fisherman’s Restaurant & Bar • The Cellar • Vine Restaurant & Bar 2016 WINNERS: Gold: OC Tavern, Grill & Sports Bar; Silver: Ole’s Tavern

NOMINEES: Antoine Price/Red Fox Lounge • Barb Logan/ Goody’s Tavern • Brittany Clark/BeachFire Restaurant • Brittany Anderson/Dukes • Brooke Juarez/Vine Restaurant & Bar • Stephanie Merrill/Red Fox Lounge • Casey Hendrix/ Pizza Port Brewing Company • Casey Sousa/Artifex Brewing • Elena Noel/H.H. Cotton’s • Frankie Tombini/Poche Burger • Geoff Kint/Blooms Irish Sports Bar and Restaurant • Justin Shapliah/H.H. Cotton’s • Kim Morris/Barnoa Wine Bar • Nate Duffy/Pierside Kitchen and Bar • Shannon Eckelberger/Pizza Port Brewing Company • Westley Grant/Iva Lee’s Restaurant and Lounge • Yvonne Kimball/Ole’s Tavern 2016 WINNER: Gold: Jaylene Weaver at The Cellar; Silver: Gabe Whorely at The Vine

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A t the Shop s Best Arts and Crafts Supplies GOLDEN OLE

San Clemente A rt Sup p ly & Custom Framing

1531 N. El Camino Real, 949.369.6603, www.scartsupply.com

It’s one thing to have supplies, but it’s another to have staff who can teach you how to use them. “It’s not like math where there’s one answer. We try to offer a lot of options,” San Clemente Art Supply general manager Lisa Zacharie said. “Being next to the ocean, be it surfers or professional artists, they come here to get their supplies to express themselves.” S I LV E R O L E

M ichaels

937 Avenida Pico, 949.940.0465, www.michaels.com

Whatever crafting item you need, big or small, bright or subdued, glitter or matte, Michaels and its wide selection is likely to have what you’re looking for. NOMINEES: FAM Resale Store • Fired Up • Gift Boutique • Missy’s on Del Mar • Russell Stationers • Salvation Army Family Store • Strands Knitting Studio • Target • The Third Eye 2016 WINNERS: Gold: Michaels; Silver: San Clemente Art Supply & Custom Framing

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12th Annual Best of San Clemente People’s Choice Ole Awards

Best Home Décor and Furnishings

Best Place for Buying and Viewing Art

GOLDEN OLE

Tuv alu

100 S. El Camino Real, 949.542.8242, www.tuvaluhome.com

Tuvalu provides unique products and collections to liven up the homes of all of its customers and its community. A keen eye for design from owner Laurie Alter and the Tuvalu staff keeps the variety of the offerings fresh and true to its coastal and eclectic roots. From the furniture, artwork, decorations, accessories and more, Tuvalu continues to stand out. S I LV E R O L E

M elrose in the O C L if esty le 150-D Avenida Del Mar, 949.366.0561, www.melroseintheoc.com

Branched off from its fashion parent store up the street, Melrose in the OC Lifestyle offers trendy home and lifestyle goods. NOMINEES: Angel Wings • Backstreet Home Décor • Bamboo & Beyond • Chestnut & Fig • Christopher-Lee Ltd • Consignment Design Concepts • Cottage Bliss • DeNault’s True Value Hardware • ERBA • FAM Resale Store • Gift Boutique • Jill’s Adobe • Just B’Cuz • La Casa Verde de Grande • Lowe’s Home Improvement • Luxe Home Furnishings • Michaels • Peppertree Lane • Pier 1 Imports • San Clemente Antiques • San Clemente Florist • Sofas by Design • South Coast Furniture & Mattress • Stanford Court Antiques • Target • The Pac-Rat • The Warehouse on Del Mar • TJ Maxx 2016 WINNERS: Gold: Tuvalu; Silver: Backstreet Home Décor, Melrose in the OC, The Warehouse on Del Mar

Adobe • La Casa Verde de Granada • La Tienda Thrift Store • Icons of Surf • Melrose in the OC • Paradise Jewelers • Plum Precious Antiques • Reclamation • ReFinds Consignment Shop • Salvation Army Family Store • Sweeet Repeeet Consignment • The Pac-Rat • The Warehouse on Del Mar • Tuvalu 2016 WINNERS: Gold: Stanford Court Antiques; Silver: La Casa Verde de Granada, San Clemente Antiques

San Clemente A rt G allery

Best Home Improvement Store

San Clemente Community Center, 100 Seville 949.492.7175, www.paintsanclemente.com

Nestled into the San Clemente Community Center, the San Clemente Art Gallery opens up the world of art. The gallery hosts numerous and varied works of art from local artists as it molds and cultivates San Clemente into a center of art. The San Clemente Art Gallery hosts demonstrations, competitions and an annual arts and crafts show. S I LV E R O L E

Z eb ra H ouse Cof f ee

1001 S. El Camino Real, 949.218.6976, www.zebrahousecoffee.com

Zebra House showcases a new artist every month and encourages patrons to experience its unique design, live music and great coffee. NOMINEES: BeachFire Bar and Grill • C’Siren Day Spa • Casa Romantica Cultural Center and Gardens • Delanty Fine Art • Body Art Studio • FAM Resale Store • Geoff Glenn • Gift Boutique • House of Trestles • Larry Beard Fine Art • Living Art Gallery Tattoo Lounge • OC Contemporary Gallery • Paul Gavin Fine Art • Peppertree Lane • San Clemente Art Supplies • San Clemente Farmers Market • San Clemente Library Gallery • Son of the Sea Inc. • Southern Roots • Tuvalu • Village Art & Craft Faire 2016 WINNERS: Gold: San Clemente Art Gallery; Zebra House Coffee; Silver: BeachFire Bar and Grill; Drew Brophy Art Studios

GOLDEN OLE

Best Antiques GOLDEN OLE

San Clemente A ntiq ues

214 Avenida Del Mar, Ste. B, 949.498.2992

San Clemente Antiques offers a variety of uni ue ﬁnds to spruce up your home. Located in the heart of San Clemente on Del Mar, the business has something for everyone at great prices. San Clemente Antiques specializes in treasures that will bring a life and personality to any space in any home. S I LV E R O L E

Stanf ord Court A ntiq ues 106 Avenida Del Mar, 949.366.6290, www.stanfordcourtantiques.com

Stanford Court is one of the largest antique stores in the county and is sure to house that special piece or collectible you’re looking for. NOMINEES: Christopher-Lee Ltd • Consignment Design Concepts • ERBA • FAM Resale Store • Gift Boutique • Jill’s

D eNault’s TrueV alue H ardw are

535 N. El Camino Real, 949.492.3801, www.denaults.com

DeNault’s in San Clemente is the heart of a South County family enterprise. “It’s where it all started for us in 1956,” co-owner Tom DeNault said. “It’s everything to us to be the hometown hardware store. You don’t get too much of that these days. Nothing has changed too much for DeNault’s over the years and that includes a commitment to great customer service.” S I LV E R O L E

L ow e’s H ome I mp rov ement

907 Avenida Pico, 949.369.4644, www.lowes.com

Lowe’s Home Improvement off Pico provides tools and other items for any task around the home, pool and backyard no matter the size. NOMINEES: Bamboo & Beyond • Melrose in the OC Lifestyle • Michaels • Tuvalu • Walmart 2016 WINNERS: Gold: DeNault’s TrueValue Hardware; Silver: Lowe’s Home Improvement

12th Annual Best of San Clemente People’s Choice Ole Awards E y eland L ash

Best Beauty Supply Store GOLDEN OLE

E y eland L ash

99 Via Pico Plaza, 949.391.0670, www.eyelandlash.com

Eyeland Lash isn’t the typical eyelash extension business, they provide in-depth, group and private trainings for local lash professionals across the South County region. “We offer services in three different areas, including being an eyelash extension administer, offering product and training,” said owner Christine Petrun. “We conduct the trainings here at our shop and plan on continuing to grow these services along with our product lines this year.” S I LV E R O L E

U lta Beauty

510 Camino De Estrella, 949.489.1841, www.ulta.com

Ulta is one of the largest beauty retailers in the nation, offering customers dozens of brand names across multiple categories and price ranges in cosmetics, fragrance, skin care and hair care. NOMINEES: Beauty Source • C’Siren Day Spa • CosmoProf • CVS Pharmacy • Del Mar Beauty Supply • Distinctive Body Art • ERBA • Melrose in the OC Lifestyle • Missy’s on Del Mar • Planet Beauty • Sally’s Beauty Supply • Salon Bamboo • Salon Zinnia & Lifestyle Boutique • Seaside Skin Care • Southern Roots • Target • Walmart • Wheeler Davis Salon 2016 WINNERS: Gold: Ulta Beauty; Silver: Planet Beauty

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P aradise J ew elers

166 Avenida Del Mar, 949.361.6661, www.paradisejewelers.com

Rick Dunning, husband of Debbie, makes up the other half of this Del Mar dynamic duo with his impeccable understanding of the jeweling industry. NOMINEES: Angel Wings • Christy Quiggle Design • COVE • Daisy Shoppe • Different Take Jewelry • Distinctive Body Art • Em & Tess Clothing & Accessories • ERBA • FAM Resale Store • Hobie Surf Shop • Institute Liberal Clothing • Isabelle’s Cabinet • Jewelry Forever • Kindred • Melrose in the OC • MermaidCharms • Missy’s on Del Mar • On The Rocks Jewelry and Rare Coins • Outlets at San Clemente • Plum Precious Antiques • Rascal’s Ladies Boutique • Ritual Boutique • Salon Zinnia & Lifestyle Boutique • San Clemente Antiques • San Clemente Art Gallery • Stein Mart • Sunny Days • Sweeet Repeeet Consignment • Swirl Boutique • The Pac-Rat • The Third Eye • The Warehouse on Del Mar • Variant • Zales 2016 WINNERS: Gold: Paradise Jewelers; Silver: ERBA

Best Footwear Store GOLDEN OLE

Sam’s Shoes & Shoe Rep air 135 Avenida Del Mar, 949.492.3495

Service to country and community have fastened Sam’s to the local fold. When Sam Tiberi, a young Marine, trailed his father’s trade to take a shoe repair into his own hands, he sparked a 60-plus year ride of ﬁnding the right ﬁt for locals. e couldn’t do what we’ve been doing for all these years without our loyal customers,” said son Mike Walker, who has also followed in his father’s footsteps. S I LV E R O L E

Best Jewelry

Tootsies Shoe Boutiq ue

GOLDEN OLE

The proof is in the fairytale: A pair of shoes could change your life. From the toe up, Tootsies stylists can complete any look with their lineup of trendy footwear, handbag and jewelry collections.

P aradise I I J E W E L RY BO U TI Q U E

210 Avenida Del Mar, 949.361.6662,

Debbie Dunning goes to great lengths to ﬁnd the items that would be perfect for that special someone. The selections at Paradise II Jewelry Boutique are vast, and Dunning can help you with your purchases. Ask about the items and you’ll receive a detailed background about each unique purchase. 24 | SAN CLEMENTE TIMES

162 Avenida Del Mar, 949.441.7343, www.tootsiesboutique.com

NOMINEES: Asics Outlet • Bass Factory Outlet • Clark’s Outlet • Converse • FAM Resale Store • Icons of Surf • Jack’s Surfboards • Lovey Dovey Boutique • Luxury Mall • Melrose in the OC • Missy’s on Del Mar • New Balance Factory Store • Nike Factory Store • Rainbow Sandals • Rip Curl • Run More • Sketchers Factory Outlet • TJ Maxx • Vans Outlet 2016 WINNERS: Gold: Sam’s Shoes & Shoe Repair; Tootsies Shoe Boutique

12th Annual Best of San Clemente People’s Choice Ole Awards

Best Clothing GOLDEN OLE

M elrose in the O C

144-A Avenida Del Mar, 949.366.0561, www.melroseintheoc.com

The generational duo behind Melrose in the OC cultivate a cutting-edge style. “We are not shopping for a current trend or age,” said owner Kristina Sitzmann. “Melrose in the OC is for all.” A globetrotting fashion forecaster before settling down in her hometown, Sitzmann said Melrose has been blessed with the best team, customers and community. S I LV E R O L E

E m & Tess Clothing & A ccessories

220 Avenida Del Mar, Ste. B, 949.547.0463, www.emandtess.com

Day to night, plunging neckline or cozy sweater, co owners mily Shoenig and Tesse Canﬁeld ha e created a laid back, one-stop boutique where San Clemente’s mothers and daughters can shop with ease.

M elrose in the O C

NOMINEES: Angel Wings • Bear Coast Coffee • Calvin Klein • Catalyst Shop • Chico’s • CJ’s Closet • Columbia • COVE • Cindy’s Swimwear • Daisy Shoppe • Delanty Fine Art • Distinctive Body Art • Eddie Bauer • ERBA • Express • FAM Resale Store • Free Bird • H&M • Heavenly Couture • Hobie Surf Shop • Hurley • Icons of Surf • Isabelle’s Cabinet • Izod • Jack’s Surfboards • Kindred • Missy’s on Del Mar • Novella Royale • Oui Boutique • Outlets at San Clemente • Owl and Fish • Rascal’s Ladies Boutique • Republik of Kalifornia • Rip Curl • Ritual Boutique • Salon Zinnia & Lifestyle Boutique • Salt Life • Salvation Army Family Store • Sam’s Shoes & Shoe Repair • Stein Mart • Studio 1220 • Styles for Less • Sun Diego • Sunny Days • Sweeet Repeeet Consignment • Swirl Boutique • Target • The Loft • The Pac Rat • Tilly’s • T a • Tommy Hilﬁger • Trestles Surf Outlet • Van Heusen • Walmart • Whiskey Lane Woman 2016 WINNERS: Gold: Melrose in the OC; Silver: Em & Tess Clothing & Accessories

12th Annual Best of San Clemente People’s Choice Ole Awards P etit Bonhomme

Best Kids Apparel and Toys GOLDEN OLE

P etit Bonhomme

147 Avenida Del Mar, 949.361.3651

When it comes to trends, everything comes full circle. Petit Bonhomme owner Karin Michielsen has seen crazes come and go, but in 27 years of business, the most important item topping this mom of four’s list is the loyalty of local customers who have grown up before her very eyes. Once tots themselves, they are now returning to shop for their children. “It has been rewarding to see them come back,” Michielsen said. S I LV E R O L E

vibrant floral arrangements from his funky, North Beach roadside stand for any and every occasion. NOMINEES: Albertsons • Beach City Florist • Downtown Flower Design • Enchanted Fine Florals • Kimberly’s Flowers • Organic Roots at The San Clemente Florist • Ralphs • San Clemente Farmers Market • Shore Gardens Retail Plant Nursery • Target • Trader Joe’s • Tina Marie Designs 2016 WINNERS: Gold: Wildflower of San Clemente; Silver: Flowers and Friends

Best Store to Buy the Perfect Gift GOLDEN OLE

Targ et

P aradise I I J E W E L RY BO U TI Q U E

With its affordable, stylish Cat & Jack brand, designer collaborations and line of adaptive, sensory friendly clothing to ﬁt the needs of all kids (also available online), Target hit the bullseye on youth fashion.

Like a rare gem, Paradise Jewelers II is an inimitable ﬁnd. Debbie and Rick Dunning (also owners of Paradise Jewelers) have cultivated a duo of Avenida Del Mar muststop shops, bursting with one-of-a-kind sterling silver pieces from across the globe and sure-to-be-treasured gifts at affordable prices. “That’s what it’s all about, keeping our customers happy and coming back,” Debbie said.

990 Avenida Vista Hermosa, 949.456.8668, www.target.com

NOMINEES: 99 Cents Only Stores • Carter’s • Cottage Bliss • FAM Resale Store • GAP Outlet • H&M • Hobie Surf Shop • Jack’s Surfboards • Lovey Dovey Boutique • Missy’s on Del Mar • OshKosh B’gosh • Republik of California • SoCal Surf Shop • Swirl Boutique • Tilly’s • Tuvalu • Vans Outlet 2016 WINNERS: Gold: Petit Bonhomme; Silver: Target

Best Place to Buy Flowers GOLDEN OLE

Wildﬂower of San Clemente 1001 S. El Camino Real, 949.498.3454, www.wildflowersanclemente.com

Weaving together opulent colors and fun textures, Wildflower artists harness the power of flowers to bring some joy into the world. “The job can be tough and a little dirty but we love it,” said owner Meredith Matranga. “We get to celebrate with our customers.” Big moments and small, the happiest and saddest of times, “We get to be a part of people’s stories,” she said. S I LV E R O L E

Flowers and Friends

1844 N. El Camino Real, 949.366.9150, www.flowersandfriendssanclemente.com

Since 1991, Keith Jones has crafted fresh, 26 | SAN CLEMENTE TIMES

210 Avenida Del Mar, 949.361.6662

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M elrose in the O C

144 Avenida Del Mar, 949.366.0561, www.melroseintheoc.com

The mother-daughter team behind Melrose in the OC have fashioned a retail trifecta of perfection: effortless fashion trends, reasonable prices and unparalleled customer service. NOMINEES: Angel Wings • Bamboo and Beyond • Bear Coast Coffee • C’Siren Day Spa • Christopher-Lee Ltd • Columbia Outlet • COVE • Daisy Shoppe • DeNault’s True Value Hardware • Designs by Nature • Distinctive Body Art • Em & Tess Clothing & Accessories • ERBA • Eyeland Lash • FAM Resale Store • Gift Boutique • H&M • Hobie Surf Shop • Jill’s Adobe • Just B’Cuz • La Casa Verde de Granada • Luxury Mall • Missy’s on Del Mar • Murf Electric Bikes • Nike • Outlets at San Clemente • Owl Fish • Paradise Jewelers • Pier 1 Imports • Ritual Boutique • Rocket Fizz Soda Pop & Candy Shop • Russell’s Stationers • Salon Zinnia & Lifestyle Boutique • San Clemente Antiques • San Clemente Art Gallery • San Clemente Art Supply • Saturday Morning Pancakes • Schmid’s of San Clemente Fine Chocolate • Seaside Skin Care • SoCal Surf Shop • Target • The San Clemente Florist • The Third Eye • The Warehouse on Del Mar • TJ Maxx • Tuvalu • Wildflower of San Clemente 2016 WINNERS: Gold: ERBA; Silver: Missy’s Pop Up Shop

12th Annual Best of San Clemente People’s Choice Ole Awards

Best Specialty Grocer GOLDEN OLE

Trader J oe’s

638 Camino De Los Mares, 949.240.9996, www.traderjoes.com

An impressive lineup of specialty housebranded items with seasonal flair means there’s always something new to try at Trader Joe’s. Luckily, the happiest, Hawaiian-shirt clad grocers around dish out a daily tasting menu highlighting the latest, might-fly-off-the-shelf-soon crazes and international fares. Tiny shoppers, too, will ﬁnd mini carts, stickers and the occasional lollipop to keep grocery outings fun. S I LV E R O L E

H anson’s M arket

415 E. Avenida Pico, 949.218.1690, www.hansonsmarket.com

This Avenida Pico mainstay was San Clemente’s go-to purveyor of regional, organic produce, craft beer, sushi, sandwiches, juices and health supplements until closing its doors in December of 2017. NOMINEES: 99 Cents Store • Albertsons • Billy’s Meats Seafood & Deli • Ralphs • SC Ranch Market • Sprouts Farmers Market • Stater Bros. Market • Tina & Vince’s Italian Delicatessen 2016 WINNERS: Gold: Hanson’s Market; Silver: Sprouts Farmers Market

Best Surf/SUP Shop GOLDEN OLE

H ob ie Surf Shop

151 Avenida Del Mar, 949.542.3402, 167 Avenida Del Mar, 949.542.3355, www.hobiesurfshop.com

The Hobie name is tantamount to innovation. With the revolutionary use of polyurethane foam forever altering surfboard manufacturing to the founding of Southern California’s ﬁrst surf shop rooted in commu nity and its surrounding environment, Hobie Alter shaped a culture. Hobie’s craftsmanship, quality and lineup of hand-crafted surfand SUP-boards, ocean apparel, gear and accessories has continued resonating with locals for over 60 years.

Terry Senate Surf b oards

cades of shaping, Senate thought he’d seen everything. But recent requests are taking Senate back to his roots, back to cruising Southern California’s coastline with his brother. “Kids are wanting retro styles,” he said. “I’m going back to my original designs. It is blowing my mind.” S I LV E R O L E

M att “ M ay hem” Biolos …Lost Surfboards by Mayhem

1030 Calle Sombra, Ste. D, www.lostsurfboards.net

Pros worldwide turn to …Lost Surfboards for high-performance designs from one of the biggest, most recognizable surf-industry names on the planet. NOMINEES: Arenal Surfboards • Ashton Pickle/Pickle Stix • DONO Surfboards • Barrett Miller/Barrett Miller Surf Craft • Basham’s Factory & Surfshop • Bill Stewart/Stewart Surfboards • Brian Bulkley • Breno Basilio/Muleke Surfboards • Chris Kaysen/Kaysen Surfboards • Chris Slick/Slick Surfboards • Cole Simler/Cole Surfboards • Damian Brawner/Brawner

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U sed Surf

216 Calle de Los Molinos, 949.310.6602, www.usedsurf.com

ew or used, ﬁnd your perfect board here. Not in the warehouse? Shop experts will stay on the hunt. NOMINEES: Album Surfboards • Basham’s Surf Shop • BC Surf Shop • Brawner Boards • Catalyst Shop • Catch Surf • eBodyboarding • Hurley • Icons of Surf • Jack’s Surfboard Outlet • ...Lost Surfboards • Noll Surfboards • Republik of Kalifornia • Rip Curl • Riviera Paddlesurf • Salt Life • SoCal Surf Shop • Stewart Surfboards • Sun Diego • T. Patterson Surfboards • Terry Senate Surfboards • Trestles Surf Outlet • Used Surf 2016 WINNERS: Gold: Hobie Surf Shop; Silver: Catalyst Shop

Best Surfboard Shaper GOLDEN OLE

Terry Senate

Terry Senate Surfboards

208 Calle de Los Molinos, 949.361.1740

Wearing resin in his nails, Terry Senate shaped his ﬁrst board at age . n his de 28 | SAN CLEMENTE TIMES

H ob ie Surf Shop

Boards • Donald Brink/Brink Surfboards • Edit Surfboards • Hamish Graham Designs • Hobie Surf Shop • Jed Noll/ Noll Surfboards • Jimmy Nudo • Josh Martin/Hobie Surf Shop • Loska Surfboards • Mark Ellis/Ellis Surfboards • Matt Parker/Album Surfboards • Maurice Agnello/Edit Surfboards • Outcast Surf Co. • Paul Carter/Paul Carter Surf Art • Rumaner Surfboards • Ryan Engle/Nation Surfboard Manufacturing • Sun Diego • Timmy Patterson/T. Patterson Surfboards • Taylor Rambo/Riviera Paddlesurf • Used Surf 2016 WINNERS: Gold: Terry Senate/Terry Senate Surfboards; Silver: Matt “Mayhem” Biolos/…Lost Surfboards by Mayhem

Best Tattoo Shop GOLDEN OLE

L iv ing A rt G allery Tattoo L oung e

3107 S. El Camino Real, 949.292.9669, www.sclivingartgallery.com

Monte Livingston, owner of and tattoo artist at Living Art Gallery Tattoo Lounge, said his shop’s peaceful and inviting atmosphere,

along with the close-knit team he’s built over the past seven years, is what sets his business apart. “The energy that we have performing beautiful tattoos and the drive we have is what I enjoy most,” Livingston said. “That passion is important in this business.” S I LV E R O L E

San Clemente Tattoo 117 Avenida Granada, 949.498.8487, www.sanclementetattoo.com

San Clemente Tattoo is conveniently located in downtown San Clemente, and specializes in American traditional, portrait, black and gray, Japanese and custom design tattoos. NOMINEES: Black Sparrow Tattoo • Distinctive Body Art Studio • Freddy V’s American Tattoo • Ink Gallery Tattoos & Fine Art • Missing Ink Tattoo • Pier View Tattoo • Renaissance Studios • The Vault 2016 WINNERS: Gold: Living Art Gallery Tattoo Lounge; Silver: San Clemente Tattoo

12th Annual Best of San Clemente People’s Choice Ole Awards

Serv ices O n the To- D o L ist Best Overall Customer Service GOLDEN OLE

E y eland L ash

99 Via Pico Plaza, 949.391.0670, www.eyelandlash.com

According to owner Christine Petrun, eyelash extension providers are so common that she could “throw a baseball across the street and another provider would catch it.” Being able to differentiate themselves with offering private rooms, their own music preferences and universal training is what sets her business on the metaphorical pedestal. “We cater to the needs and wants of our clients and make sure they leave our store happy.” S I LV E R O L E

Shoreline D ental Studio 122 Avenida Cabrillo, 949.245.6045, www.shorelinedentalstudio.com

Shoreline Dental ensures all staff members are trained in a variety of services. Their attention to detail in customer service even includes offering items like noise canceling headphones during treatment for patients. NOMINEES: AAA • Active Culture Natural Foods Café • Adjust Back to Health • Albertsons • Angle Wings • Antoines Cafe • Asana FIT • Backstreet Home Décor • Barefoot Bliss Massage • Barnoa Wine Bar • Bear Coast Coffee • Bella Collina San Clemente • Billy’s Meats, Seafood & Deli • Bonded Cleaners • Bonnie’s Skin Care • Bow Wow Beautiful Pet Spa • Brandon Peters/San Clemente Gym • Brick • C’Siren Day Spa • Casino San Clemente • Cassano’s Pizza • Chris Dolkas/State Farm Insurance • Coastal Postal • Costa Lifestyle Medicine • Crunch Fitness • Dave Wert Automotive • DeNault’s True Hardware • Echo Design • Eden’s Garden Essential Oil • Elite Spine and Body Chiropractic and Sports Therapy • Ellie’s Table North Beach • Em & Tess Clothing & Accessories • ERBA • Erini P. Redmond, D.D.S. • European Tailor • Fam Resale Store • Foundation Fitness • Four Star Plumbing • Frank’s Auto Collision • Guillobel Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Academy • H.H. Cotton’s • Holley’s Tire Service • Hybrid MD Urgent Care • Hurley • Jen Padtra/Adjust Back to Health • John Redmond/Redmond Orthodontics • Just B’Cuz • Kade Restoration • Kevin’s Computer Service • Knuckleheads • Mathnasium • Mathom House Bookstore • MedHero Advanced Urgent Care and Telemedicine • Melrose in the OC • Mike’s Pet Care • Missy’s on Del Mar • Modest Spot Salon • Nick’s San Clemente • Nina Basti, D.D.S. • Orange Theory Fitness • Paradise Jewelers • Paradise II Jewelry Boutique • Pierside Kitchen and Bar • Pizza Port Brewing Company • Prickly Pear Wax Studio • Puma • pure. love. yoga. • Ralphs • Republik of Kalifornia • Salon Zinnia & Lifestyle Boutique • Sam’s Shoes & Shoe Repair • San Clemente Art Supply & Framing • San Clemente Grooming & Pet Spa • San Clemente Gym • San Clemente Inn • San Clemente Smile • San Clemente Veterinarian Hospital • Sandy & Rich Real Estate • S.C. Café • SC Rider Supply • San Clemente Wine Company • Schmid’s of San Clemente Fine Chocolate • Seaside Skin Care • Shadetree Automotive • Shine Bodyworks • SoCal Surf Shop • South Coast Furniture and Mattress • South Swell Ice Cream • Southern Roots • Sprouts Farmers Market • Target • The Ark • The Fisherman’s Restaurant & Bar • The UPS Store • The Warehouse on Del Mar • Three Dog Bakery • Tootsie’s Shoe Boutique • Trader Joe’s • Tuvalu • Unleashed by Petco • Usedsurf • VIP Pet Spa • Wheeler Davis Salon • Wildflower of San Clemente • Zebra House Coffee 2016 WINNERS: Gold: Eyeland Lash; Silver: Shoreline Dental Studio

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Best New Business GOLDEN OLE

Southern Roots

638 Camino de Los Mares, 949.481.3499

In a short time, Southern Roots owner Cheryl Hoss and a staff of seasoned, talented, always-on-the-cutting edge stylists have crafted a hair salon with that home-awayfrom-home feeling. No laundry to do, grass to cut or meals to cook here. Just familiar faces and an array of beauty services that keep their clients coming back for more. S I LV E R O L E

unwavering commitment to detail across the food, beverage, service and rental spectrums, Iva Lee’s smooth, full-service approach to party planning sets the event-bar high. “We try to make it a super easy, onestep process so clients can enjoy the most important day of their lives,” said co-owner Eric Wagoner. S I LV E R O L E

J ay ’s Catering / E llie’s Tab le at North Beach 120 Avenida Pico, 714.636.6045, www.jayscatering.com

Once in a lifetime events deserve flawless

South Sw ell I ce Cream 137 Avenida Del Mar, 949.388.4984, www.southswellicecream.com

The new kid to San Clemente’s gastronomic sweet scene serves up wacky, indulgent, chocolate-dipped ice cream creations with sprinkles, cereals, drizzles and cakes on top. NOMINEES: Aloha Salon • Broke Da Mouth Poke • Café Hermosa • Conservatory of Performing Arts OC • Drift Distillery • Elephant Cooperation • FAM Resale Store • Free Bird • House of Trestles • Hurley • JD’s Kitchen and Bar • Juice My Heart • Lost Winds Brewing • Melrose in the OC Lifestyle • Murf Electric Bikes • Nobu Sushi • Ocean Dry Cleaners • Owl Fish • Peppertree Lane • Prickly Pear Wax Studio • Qet Botanicals • Rapport Coffee by Café Smith • Salty Dogs Pet Styling • Sancho’s Tacos • Slapﬁsh • SoCal Surf Shop • The Golfer’s ournal • The Local • The Volare 2016 WINNERS: Gold: MedHero Advanced Urgent Care and Telemedicine; Silver: Missy’s Pop Up Shop

Best Catering Company GOLDEN OLE

I v a L ee’s Restaurant and L oung e

555 N. El Camino Real, 949.361.2855, www.ivalees.com

From intimate “I do” ceremonies, lavish soirees and backyard get-togethers, with an

Southern Roots

fare and hospitality. Imaginative culinary twists and engaging, thoughtful service have kept Jay’s at the top of the catering chain for 50 plus years. NOMINEES: Antoines Cafe • Bear Coast Coffee • Billy’s Meats Seafood & Deli • Café Del Sol • California Fresh • Cassano’s Pizza • Chipotle • Donut House • Food Obsession • Fratello’s Italian Restaurant • Guicho’s Eatery • Humphry’s • Jeff the Silent Chef • Kiki Hawaiian BBQ • La Siesta Restaurant • Las Golondrinas Mexican Food • MRK Public • Nick’s San Clemente • No Small Potatoes Catering and Events • Panera Bread • Rocco’s Restaurant • Ruby’s Diner • Sancho’s Tacos • SC Donuts • Sonny’s Pizza and Pasta • South Swell Ice Cream • Sundried Tomato merican Bistro and Catering • Surﬁn’ Donuts Coffee Houses • The Cellar • Tina & Vince’s Italian Delicatessen • Zebra House Coffee 2016 WINNERS: Gold: Iva Lee’s Restaurant and Lounge; Silver: Jay’s Catering/Ellie’s Table at North Beach

12th Annual Best of San Clemente People’s Choice Ole Awards

Best Hair Salon GOLDEN OLE

Salon Z innia and L if esty le Boutiq ue

Best Barber Shop

PIC

641 Camino De Los Mares, 949.429.2020, www.salonzinnia.com

From the latest color techniques like balayage or ombre to Brazilian blowouts and wedding up-do’s, Salon Zinnia’s creative team of stylists will leave clients beaming with conﬁdence. The salon’s highly trained team of professionals participate in ongoing education as well to constantly provide clients with the hottest in demand trends.

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The Señ or Barb er

401 S. El Camino Real, 949.361.0762, www.thesenorbarber.com

Although barber shops are popular in military towns like San Clemente, The Se or Barber caters to all modern men. The old fashioned atmosphere shop located in Presidio Plaza offers a variety of cuts and fades as well as additional services like shaves and beard trims at an affordable price for all ages.

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Salon Bamb oo

150 Avenida Del Mar, Ste. A, 949.361.3348, www.salonbamboo.com

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Salon Bamboo features Kérastase, Aveda and Bare Minerals hair brands on their shelf of high-end products for all levels of service for their local clientele.

Ray ’s Barb er P lace

400 S. El Camino Real, 949.361.6626, www.raysbarberplace.com

Ray’s Barber specializes in cuts as short as for a military man to a long surfer cut. Offer ing hot towel shaves with a straight razor too, they accommodate the haircutting needs of all ages and styles. NOMINEES: A Cut Above Barber Shop • Alicia’s Barber and Hair Styling Salon • Beach Cities Barbershop • Brush & Blade Hair Studio • Downtown Barber Shop • Headgames Salon • Jerry’s Barber Shop • Neptune’s Den Mens Hair Salon • Popeye’s for Hair • Salon Zinnia & Lifestyle Bouti ue • Shark Tank Barbershop • Shore Cliff Barber Shop • Sport Clips • State of the Art Barber Shop • Supercuts • V’s Barbershop 2016 WINNERS: Gold: Ray’s Barber Place Sil er The Se or Barber

The Señ or Barb er

NOMINEES: A Cut Above Barber Shop • Aloha Salon at San Clemente • Beach Waves Salon • Brush & Blade Hair Studio • Clips ‘n Curls • Ermanno DeVito Hair Studio • Hair Affair • Hair by Tiffany lores • Hair Sculptors Beauty Salon • Hairwa es • Headgames Salon • Janelle Marcoe Studio • Ma Jolie Salon • Modest Spot Salon • Phenix Salon Suites • Poetry of Hair • Revival • Rtistic Salon • Salon 221 • Salon Bamboo • Salon Bleu • Salon Incognito • Salon Real • Salon Rendez-Vous • Saloon Salon • Sanctuary Salon by Cha • Shake t Design • Share Tank Barbershop • Shear Charm • Southern Roots • Sport Clips • Studio B Salon • Supercuts • Syrens Hair Parlor • Tradewinds Hair Salon • Ulta • Vibe Hair Studio • Wheeler Davis Salon 2016 WINNERS: Gold: Clips n’ Curls; Silver: Salon Zinnia and Lifestyle Boutique

12th Annual Best of San Clemente People’s Choice Ole Awards

Baref oot Bliss M assag e

Best Specialty Beauty Service GOLDEN OLE

E y eland L ash

99 Via Pico Plaza Ste. 104, 949.391.0670, www.eyelandlash.com

Eyeland Lash owner Christine Petrun opened the doors of her store in 2012, eventually outgrowing the initial space and demands of her clientele. The current store in Pico Plaza is now able to serve as a “one stop shop for eyelash extensions” as well as provide even more privacy for clients in separate rooms, said Petrun. S I LV E R O L E

M icrob lading b y H ay ley 3107 S El Camino Real, 949.292.9669, www.sclivingartgallery.com

Stationed out of Living Art Gallery Tattoo Lounge, Haley rmstrong specializes in ﬁne line work in both regular tattooing and the cosmetic side of eyebrow microblading to offer clients a broad spectrum of expertise. NOMINEES: Bonnie’s Skin Care • Brow Boutique • C’Siren Day Spa • Coat of Bronze • Final Touch Nails & Spa • Ho’ala Skin & Oils • Lashes by Carrie • Lashes on Broadway • Lux Nail Spa • The Lash Lounge • Mingees Nails and Spa • Nails by Karen Dispenza • New Leaf Esthetics • Ocean View Nails • Prickly Pear Wax Studio • Pure Skin Science • Salon Bamboo • Salon Bleu • Salon Zinnia & Lifestyle Boutique • SC Wax Boutique • Seaside Skin Care • Shine Bodyworks • Simple Touch Skin Care • Smooth Waxing Salon • Southern Roots • Sugaring Studio • Sweet Escape • Talega Day Spa • The Brow Boutique • The Green Room • Zia Threading 2016 WINNERS: Gold: Eyeland Lash; Silver: The Wax Boutique

Best Manicure and Pedicure GOLDEN OLE

Bellag io Nail Sp a

1041 Avenida Pico, Ste. C, 949.369.1626, www.bellagionailspaca.com

Bellagio Nail Spa’s dedication to the health of your nails while maintaining the quality aesthetics is one of the reasons it’s a favorite in local nail care. The warm, artistic manicurists and modern facility located off of Avenida Pico make getting a mani/pedi a relaxing experience for all.

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O cean V iew

Nails

638 Camino De Los Mares, 949.388.7218, www.oceanviewnails.com

A small, family-run shop co-owned by Glenn Hamasaki, Ocean View Nails aims to provide a great atmosphere, and is known for its skilled technicians and manicures. NOMINEES: Allure Nails & Spa • Beach Cottage Nail Salon • Beauty Nails • Best Nails • Dianne Tracey/Salon Rouge • Final Touch Nails & Spa • Lux Nail Spa • Massage Envy • Michelle Ly/ Hairwaves • Mingee’s Nails • Nails by Karen Dispenza • Natural Nails by Edith • Prickly Pear Wax Studio • Professionail & Spa • Salon Rouge • Salon Zinnia & Lifestyle Boutique • SC Nail Lounge • Serenity Nail Salon • Studio B • Sunset Glow Nail Spa • Sweet Escape • Talega Nails Lounge • The Perfect Ten • V Nails Boutique 2016 WINNERS: Gold: Ocean View Nails; Silver: Bellagio Nail Spa

Best Spa for Massages GOLDEN OLE

Baref oot Bliss M assag e 111 W. Avenida Palizada, 949.208.0200, www.barefootblissmassage.com

Barefoot Bliss owner and therapist Aimee Phillips opened her business two years ago after discovering the power of ashiatsu massage. “Once I received the massage, I fell in love with (the technique) and how it felt and how much easier it is as a therapist to provide the work with your feet,” she said. “I decided then that I was going to specialize in it. Nowhere else around here offers (this service).” S I LV E R O L E

Thai Body W orks

317 N. El Camino Real, 949. 369.9714, www.thaibodyworks.net

Originally founded around the concept of authentic Thai massage, the family-owned business, with 15 years of experience, later transformed into an upscale massage service with multiple South County locations. NOMINEES: Apure Natural Healing • Bellagio Nail Spa • C’ Siren Day Spa • Jung’s Acupuncture Center • Costa Lifestyle Medicine • Energy Touch Massage • Eyeland Lash • Ma Jolie Salon • Massage Envy • Mingee’s Nails • Mizokami Advanced Circulatory Sports Therapy • Ocean Massage • Rejuvenation Massage • Salon Zinnia & Lifestyle Boutique • San Clemente Wellness • Seaside Skin Care • Shine Bodyworks • Simple Touch Skin Care • Studio K Skincare • Sunset Glo Nail Spa • Talega Day Spa • Thai Retreat Massage & Spa • The Green Room • The Soul Intention • Time Out Massage 2016 WINNERS: Gold: Eyeland Lash; Silver: Barefoot Bliss Massage

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Best Spa for Facials

“We have the best interest of our patients in mind, and we are the only ofﬁce in San Cle mente that accepts every insurance except for Memorial Care.”

GOLDEN OLE

Seaside Skin Care

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212 N. El Camino Real, 949.234.7809, www.sanclementemedspaservices.com

D r. Cy nthia Costa/ Costa L if esty le M edicine

Rather than travel to Newport Beach, clients in need of medically-based facial services and beauty treatments can ﬁnd what they need at Seaside Skin Care right at home on El Camino Real. “We’re a small, family-run business and all of our employees work and act as one team. I believe that unity makes everyone feel comfortable when they step through our doors,” said Kiley Jones, marketing director for Seaside.

181 Avenida Vaquero, 949.218.4750, www.costalifestylemedicine.com

A family chiropractor, Dr. Cynthia Costa’s practice conducts soft tissue work along with adjustments, and focuses on a four-system model for the most effective alignment.

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E y eland L ash

99 Via Pico Plaza, 949.391.0670, www.eyelandlash.com

Skin care shouldn’t be limited to one routine or formula of products, which is why Eyeland Lash offers clients a multitude of facial treatment options to ﬁt all skin care needs. NOMINEES: Bonnie’s Skin Care • C’Siren Day Spa • Facial Esthetic Concepts • Ho’ala Skin & Oils • Jophiel’s Light & Skincare • Massage Envy • Mingee’s Nails • Mizokami Advanced Circulatory Sports Therapy • New Leaf Esthetics • Pure Skin Science • Salon Bamboo • Salon Zinnia & Lifestyle Boutique • Simple Touch Skin Care • Skin to Skin • Social Butterfly Beautique • Southern Roots • Studio K Skincare • Talega Day Spa • The Green Room 2016 WINNERS: New Category

Best Alternative Health Care Provider GOLDEN OLE

D r. Cy nthia Costa/ Costa L if esty le M edicine 181 Avenida Vaquero, 949.218.4750, www.costalifestylemedicine.com

With over 23 years of experience practicing in the health and wellness industry, Cynthia Costa, D.C., believes in a holistic approach to care, including allergy testing, food intolerances and fuel analysis. “I create a customized treatment program prioritizing the health objectives (that) both myself and the patient set up,” said Dr. Costa. The individualized attention and homecare programs is what patients love about Costa Lifestyle Medicine the most.

Seaside Skin Care

Best Acupuncturist GOLDEN OLE

D r. L uke J ung / J ung ’s A cup uncture Center 415 N. El Camino Real, 949.361.2046, www.jungsacupuncture.com

Jung’s Acupuncture Center provides the most effective treatment options based on traditional Asian medicine and diagnosis. The acupuncture specialist offers individualized treatment with consultations, customized analysis and assessment. Herb therapy is also a common ancillary option with Dr. Luke Jung’s practice, restoring the balance of both mind and body. S I LV E R O L E

D r. E mily K . V alenz uela/ A P oint of H ealth A cup uncture 224 Avenida Del Mar, 949.310.4044, www.apointofhealth.com

Located on Avenida Del Mar, A Point of

D r. J en P adrta/ A dj ust Back to H ealth

655 Camino De Los Mares, Ste. 120, 949.496.9355, www.adjustbacktohealth.com

Dr. Jen Padrta has over 14 years of experience serving South Orange County communities and is a third-generation chiropractor, combining science, functional wellness and clinical nutrition for overall well-being.

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NOMINEES: Amy Choi• Asia America Acupuncture and Herb Institute • Granada Acupuncture • Jennifer Cannestra/Island Wellness Remedies • Matthew Green/Serene Qi Acupuncture • Michael Coppola • New Hope Acupuncture Center • San Clemente Acupuncture • Tiffany Atkinson • Xu’s Chinese Healing 2016 WINNERS: New Category

Best Chiropractor GOLDEN OLE

D r. Russell Thomp son/ Thomp son Chirop ractic

629 Camino De Los Mares, Ste. 104, 949.240.1334, www.thompson-chiro.com

Dr. Russell Thompson said his practice aims to heal patients as quickly as possible without the pressures of unnecessary appointments. “Some patients need longer treatment plans, but with most it’s a matter of seeing them initially,” said Dr. Thompson.

Best Dental Health Care Provider GOLDEN OLE

Shoreline D ental Studio Kristen Ritzau, D.D.S.; Colby Livingston, D.D.S.

122 Avenida Cabrillo, 949.245.6045, www.shorelinedentalstudio.com

The expertly-trained dentists at Shoreline Dental Studio believe patient satisfaction is of the utmost importance in their practice in San Clemente. “Going above and beyond is an appreciation that our patients receive and the reason why they come to us for dental care,” said Kristen Ritzau, D.D.S, coowner and dentist. “We want to treat people the way they want to be treated, beyond just a patient-to-doctor relationship.” S I LV E R O L E

E rini P . Redmond, D . D . S.

181 Avenida Vaquero, Ste. A, 949.361.1124, www.sanclementedentist.com

Erini Papandreas Redmond, D.D.S., Family & Cosmetic Dentistry focuses on treating their San Clemente patients like family while educating them on the best dental care with state-of-the-art technology.

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NOMINEES: A Point of Health Acupuncture • Allen Jahroumi/ OptumCare Medical Group • Asia America Acupuncture and Herb Institute • Barefoot Bliss Massage • DCS Performance Physical Therapy • Jeremy La Motte/Seapointe Medical Group • Jophiel’s Light & Skincare • Kim Lee Thorp/San Clemente Wellness • Medhero Advanced Urgent Care and Telemedicine • Michael Coppola • Orange Coast Women’s Medical Group • Russell Thompson/ Thompson Chiropractic • San Clemente Physical Therapy • Serene Qi Acupuncture • Signature Physical Therapy • The Soul Intention • Tyler Johnson/San Clemente Chiropractic 2016 WINNERS: Gold: Jung’s Acupuncture Center; Silver: Jophiel’s Light & Skincare

Health specializes in treating the whole body. The trained acupuncturists will conduct extensive physical examinations with muscle testing for individualized treatment options.

NOMINEES: Adjust Back to Health • Amy Choi • Burton Wagner/San Clemente Chiropractic • Chiropractic Center • Dand Chiropractic • David Sales/Next Level Rehab • Elite Spine and Body Chiropractic & Sports Therapy • Erika Bonilla/Elite Spine and Body Chiropractic & Sports Therapy • Frederick Richardson • Howard Fox/Fox Chiropractic Sports Rehab Center • Jen Padrta/Adjust Back to Health • John Virag • Jude Calomino/Calomina Family Chiropractic • Michael Coppola • Michael Kreutz/ San Clemente Chiropractic Center • Richard Roth/South Coast Chiropractic Clinic • Michael Coppola • Robert Demoss/San Clemente Chiropractic • Ryan Anderson/Trestles Chiropractic • Sepi orstie Paciﬁc Coast Chiropractic • Spinal Vitality • The Joint Chiropractic • Tim Swift/Swift Health Chiropractic • Tyler Johnson/San Clemente 2016 WINNERS: New Category

Costa L if esty le M edicine

NOMINEES: Alice P. Moran, D.M.D. • Allen Schultz, D.D.S. • Amir H. Nikraz, D.D.S./Artistic Dentistry • Anmar Obaidi, D.D.S. • Asil Arash, D.D.S./Smile Design Dental Group • Brandon Curfew, D.D.S./San Clemente Smiles • Bronson Bassir, D.D.S./Seascape Cosmetic and Implant Dentistry • Cheryl E. McDonough, D.M.D., A.P.C • Collin Harrell, D.M.D./San Clemente Smiles • Dana Ghorab, D.D.S., P.C. • David A. Buchan, D.D.S • David J. Hinrichs, D.D.S. • Darin Reagan, D.S.S./San Clemente Dental Group and Orthodontics • Diana Craft D.D.S. • Donald L. Muir, D.M.D. • Eric Johnson, D.D.S. • Frederick Johnson, D.D.S./Talega Coast Dentistry • Garrett Rubio, D.D.S./Ocean View Dental Care • Jacob K. Lee/Pediatric Dentistry of San Clemente • John Castillo, D.D.S. • John Redmond/Redmond Orthodontics • Jon Draper, D.D.S./ Draper Family Dentistry • Joseph Shilkofski, D.M.D./San Clemente Dental Group and Orthodontics • Kent C. Sanders, D.D.S. • Kim Diep Dang D.D.S./City Dentistry • Lawrence Eckl, D.D.S./ Dr. Eckl Family Dentistry • Mike W. Shannon, D.D.S. • Mona Solomon, D.D.S./San Clemente Dental Group and Orthodontics • Nhu Q. Tran, D.D.S. • Nicholas C. Salvati, D.D.S. • Nina Basti, D.D.S. • Norman B. Crow, D.D.S. • Paul M. Reischl, D.D.S./Reischl Dentistry • Sachiko V. Fukuman, D.D.S. • Shoreline Dental • Wallace D. Thune, D.D.S. • William J. Brownson, D.D.S. • William J. Capobianco, D.D.S. 2016 WINNERS: Gold: Erini P. Redmond, D.D.S.; Silver: Kristen Ritzau, D.D.S./Shoreline Dental Studio

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Rick D unning P aradise J ew elers

Best Medical Health Care Provider GOLDEN OLE

M edhero A dv anced U rg ent Care and Telemedicine Greg Moreno, M.D.; Sarah Peterson, M.D.; Elizabeth Reischl, P.A.; Kristen Bynon, P.A.

905 Calle Amanecer, Ste. 115, 949.207.3603, www.medherosc.com

Two years ago, MedHero started as a “telemedicine app” to get emergency advice and urgent medical care from a smartphone. Christina Moreno, co-founder of MedHero, said she realized the area needed a stateof-the-art, walk-in urgent care too. “With on-site x-ray, lab, pharmacy and emergency room-trained providers, we can take care of just about every non-life-threatening emergency out there, without the emergency room wait and expense,” Moreno said. S I LV E R O L E

O p tumCare M edical G roup

Allen Jahroumi, M.D.; Yelena Wood, M.D.; Marienida Boehn Patam, P.A.; Theresa Wilson, RN, FNP-BC 724 S. El Camino Real, 949.493.6113, www.optumcare.com

OptumCare Medical Group has the best interests of San Clemente’s health in mind, including primary care and pediatric care, amongst other specialties. NOMINEES: Candace M. Basich, M.D./Memorial Care Medical Group • Colin X. Jairam, M.D./Hybrid MD Urgent Care • Cynthia Costa/Costa Lifestyle Medicine • Edward Bestard, M.D. • Elizabeth Johnson, M.D./Orange Coast Women’s Medical Group • Eva F. Gentile, M.D./Seapoint Medical • Farrokh Alemzadeh, M.D./Heal Medical Clinic • Greg Brown, M.D. • Gus Gialamas, M.D./Sea View Orthopaedic Medical Group • James Johnson, M.D. • Jeremy La Motte, M.D. • Katherine Teeple, M.D./Sea View Pediatrics • Kenneth L. Rexinger, M.D. • Lauren Dwinell, M.D./

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South County Pediatrics • Lawrence Chang, M.D. • Lori L. Clark/ Senior Care Medical Associates • Maryam Yazdanshenas, M.D./Memorial Care Medical Group • Mission Heritage Medical Group • Nav Gujral, M.D. • Nick Karahalios, M.D./ San Clemente Internal Medicine Group • Ocean Breeze Medical Group • Ocean Physical Therapy • Orange Coast Women’s Medical Group • Paulina Avendano, M.D. • Ricardo Davalos, M.D./Ocean Breeze Medical Group • Sara Shokouhi, M.D./Heal Medical Clinic • Sea View Pediatrics • Southern Orange County Pediatric Associates • Tortsen J. Kruse, M.D. 2016 WINNERS: Gold: Greg Moreno, M.D./MedHero Advanced Urgent Care and Telemedicine; Silver: Ricardo Davalos, M.D./Ocean Breeze Medical Group, Colin Jairam, M.D./Hybrid MD Urgent Care

Best Jeweler GOLDEN OLE

Rick D unning

Paradise Jewelers

166 Avenida Del Mar, 949.361.6661, www.paradisejewelers.com

Rick Dunning brings his 34 years of experience to Paradise Jewelers and is a frequent title holder of the “Best Jeweler” category. Paradise Jewelers will do same-day service as often as possible with repairs done on-site. One of their jewelers is a master jeweler, which can take about 10 years of training to obtain, and staff members are certiﬁed by the Gemological nstitute of America. S I LV E R O L E

M ehrdad M og hadam Jewelry Forever

161 Avenida Del Mar, 949.361.6929, www.jewelryforever.net

Mehrdad Moghadam, the owner and founder of Jewelry Forever, has a wealth of experience and knowledge in the jeweling industry. Just about anything can be repaired at his shop. NOMINEES: Del Mar Watch & Clock Shop • Em & Tess Clothing & Accessories • ERBA • Henry Nguyen/Paradise Jewelers • Jamie McCarthy/Different Take Jewelry • Just B’Cuz • Melrose in the OC • Paradise Jewelers II • Plum Precious • Zales 2016 WINNERS: Gold: Paradise Jewelers; Silver: ERBA

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Best Auto Repair GOLDEN OLE

A uto M edic

103 Rincon Court, 949.498.7323

Owner Oscar Ortiz believes you have to give back in order to succeed. “We believe that if you take care of San Clemente, San Clemente takes care of you,” Ortiz said. With free rides home and special offers throughout the year, Auto Medic does its part of taking care of the automotive needs of the community. S I LV E R O L E

Shadetree A utomotiv e

1635 N. El Camino Real, 949.498.6470, www.shadetreeautorepairsanclemente.com

Shadetree Automotive’s trained service technicians have been servicing San Clemente locals since 1971, and continue to help with anything from minor tune-ups to engine repairs. NOMINEES: Advanced Automotive & Tire Services • Big O Tires • Bobs Auto Repair • Caliber Collision • Carlos Auto Repair • Coastline Automotive • Dave Wert Automotive • El Camino Automotive & Tire Center • Franks Auto Collision • Full Tilt Offroad-Equipment • Holley’s Tire Service • Jay’s Car Repair • Jimmy’s Tire Center • Klink’s Auto Repair • Littlepage Autoworks • OC German Car Service • Ocean Breeze Automotive • Pep Boys Auto Service & Tire • Performance Specialist • Preferred Towing • Ramona Tire & Automotive Service Center • RSC Automotive Repair Center • San Clemente Auto Care • San Clemente Auto Center • SC Rider Supply • Startech Auto Repair • Streamline Automotive • Valvoline Instant Oil Change • Victoria Auto Repair • West Coast Automotive Specialists 2016 WINNERS: Gold: Auto Medic; Silver: Shadetree Automotive

Best Tire Shop GOLDEN OLE

H olley ’s Tire Serv ice

1225 N. El Camino Real, 949.492.4733, www.holleystireservice.com

“Customers of Holley’s Tire Service can always expect to get their vehicles back the same day and rest easy knowing they will not be sold a bill of goods,” said Ron Strickland, who started as an employee in 1976 and now owns the business. “I hear quite

H olley ’s Tire Serv ice often that it’s the timely service aspect that keeps people coming back. Our slogan here is ‘service is our best product,’” Strickland said. S I LV E R O L E

J immy ’s Tire Center 911 Avenida Pico, 949.492.4500, www.jimmystirecenters.com

Jimmy’s Tire Center offers high-quality

tires with numerous major brands and their expert technicians provide services including flat repairs, low proﬁle tire instal lations, wheel alignment, and balancing and rotation. NOMINEES: Big O Tires • Coastline Automotive • El Camino Automotive & Tire Center • Fonseca Jr. Tires • Franks Auto Collision • Pep Boys Auto Service & Tire • Ramona Tire & Automotive Service Center • SC Rider Supply • West Coast Automotive Specialists 2016 WINNERS: Gold: Holley’s Tire Service; Silver: Jimmy’s Tire Service

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Best Auto Body GOLDEN OLE

Fix A uto San Clemente

127 Calle de Los Molinos, 877.648.4636, www.ﬁ autousa.com

With a four-and-a-half-star review on Yelp, Fix Auto San Clemente prides itself on its customer satisfaction. “We have a lot of returning clients and I think it’s due to our customer service,” said General Manager Bryan Mercado. “It’s a small shop that really listens to our customer’s requests and concerns.” S I LV E R O L E

Franks A uto Collision . am no ea . . www. ran sautoco s on.com

Family owned and operated, Franks Auto Collision assures quality paint and body repairs. NOMINEES: Advanced Automotive & Tire Services • B&M Auto Body Shop • Bobs Auto Repair • Caliber Collision • Carlos Auto Repair • Coastline Automotive • Dave Wert Automotive • El Camino Automotive & Tire Center • Freeway Auto Restoration & Sales • Jay’s Car Repair • Pep Boys Auto Service & Tire • San Clemente Auto Collision • Shadetree Automotive • Streamline Automotive • West Coast Automotive Specialists 2016 WINNERS: New Category

Best Dry Cleaner GOLDEN OLE

Bonded Cleaners . am no ea . . www. on e c eaners.com

Family owned and operated for 36 years,

Bonded Cleaners has won the Golden Ole Award every year since the awards debut. It’s no mystery why this dry cleaner has consistently won, according to owner Scott English. “We offer consistent quality with competitive prices,” English said. Not to mention Bonded Cleaners’ same-day service with all items in by 9 a.m. S I LV E R O L E

K & S Cleaners

. am no ea . . www.sanc emente r c eaners.com

K&S Cleaners has been a fan favorite when it comes to special attention and care for military uniforms. NOMINEES: Celebrity Cleaners • El Camino Cleaners • Grant Plaza Cleaners • Luckys Dry Cleaners • Nelson’s Cleaners • Ocean’s Cleaners • Pico Cleaners • Premiere Cleaners • Presidio Cleaners • Sea Pointe Cleaners • Silver Cleaners • Sunny Fresh Cleaners • Talega Cleaners 2016 WINNERS: Gold: Bonded Cleaners; Silver: K & S Cleaners

Best Banking Institution GOLDEN OLE

Chase Bank

am no ea . . . .

. . en a am no e os ares te. www.chase.com

Treating customers well while staying on top of the latest trends in the banking world make Chase’s three San Clemente locations a favorite amongst residents. Patrons can expect to receive quality customer service when they stop in to ask questions about prepaid cards, car buying and loans, mortgage

Bill’s P ool Sup p lies and home equity, and commercial banking. S I LV E R O L E

W ells Farg o

. am no ea . . a uerte te. . . am no e os ares . . www.we s ar o.com

Wells Fargo’s three locations in San Clemente allow the national branch to provide optimal banking services on a regional level.

most trusted by pool owners. Bill services anything from replacement parts to scheduled cleanings. “We are honest with our clients and never sell unneeded supplies or services,” said owner Bill Bouman. Enjoy a service that is personalized to your needs and schedule visits around a time that works for you. S I LV E R O L E

NOMINEES: Bank of America • California Bank & Trust • Citi Bank • Farmers & Merchants Bank • Schools First Credit Union • Sun West Bank • U.S. Bank • Union Bank 2016 WINNERS: Gold: Chase Bank; Silver: Wells Fargo

L eslie’s Sw imming P ool Sup p lies

Best Pool Supply/Service

A trusted pool supply chain, Leslie’s Pool Supplies offers an array of accessories and services for both pools and saunas.

GOLDEN OLE

NOMINEES: Three Generations Pool Service • A&M Pool Service • Aquaman Swimming Pool & Spa Service • Clear Image Pools • Left Coast Pool and Spa Service • Plumeria Pools • Radiant Pool & Spa Service • SC Pool & Spa Works • Scott’s Pool & Spa Services • Sparkle Tyme Pool Service • Suncoast Pool and Spa Service • Tahiti Blue Pool & Spa Services 2016 WINNERS: Gold: Bill’s Pool Supplies; Silver: Sparkle Tyme Pool Service

Bill’s P ool Sup p lies .

With over 35 years of service in San Clemente, Bill’s Pool Supplies is the service

a co a a . . www. es es oo .com

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Best Gym San Clemente G y m

GOLDEN OLE

San Clemente G y m

123 S. El Camino Real, 949.361.1007, www.sanclementegym.com

Jean-Claude Boushh of San Clemente gym is proud of the historic ﬁtness traditions his gym has upheld for 40 years. “The charm of this local gym is that it has strived over the years to keep the simplistic approach to weight lifting,” Boushh said. “We don’t follow the footsteps of mega gyms where everyone is a blur.” Part of San Clemente Gym’s charm is the relationships that are built within the community of its four walls. S I LV E R O L E

O rang etheory Fitness 802 Avenida Pico, 949.485.4885, www.oran etheor ﬁtness.com

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Foundation Fitness 1001 Calle Negocio, 949.388.8664, www. oun at onﬁtsc.com

Coining the acronym H.I.I.P., which stands for high intensity interval playing, Foundation Fitness strives to break-up the classic gym experience into fun group games. NOMINEES: 24 Hour Fitness • Asana FIT • Barre 3 • Bikram Yoga San Clemente • CB CycleBarn • Crunch Fitness • Fight Strong MMA • FIT4MOM• Fitness 19 • Gracie Bara San Clemente Martial Arts • Guillobel Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Academy • Hangar 18 Indoor Rock Climbing Gym • Jazzercise • JKuluris Training • LAB Sports Training • MPower Pilates & Fitness • OC thleti • Paciﬁc Strength • Pure Barre • pure.lo e.yoga. • California State Coastal Conservancy • San Clemente Senior Center • SkateFit • So Cal Boot Camp 2016 WINNERS: Gold: Orangetheory Fitness; Silver: Foundation Fitness

Named Best One-Hour Workout by Shape Magazine, Orangetheory Fitness specializes in interval training classes to help stimulate your metabolism. NOMINEES: 24 Hour Fitness • Anytime Fitness • Asana FIT • Barre 3 • Bikram Yoga San Clemente • CB CycleBarn • Crunch Fitness • Curves • DSC Performance Physical Therapy • Fight Strong MMA • Fitness 19 • Foundation Fitness San Clemente • Gracie Barra San Clemente Martial Arts • Guillobel Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Academy • Hangar 18 Indoor Rock Climbing Gym • JKuluris Training • LAB Sports Training • North Beach Kettlebell • OC thleti • Paciﬁc Strength • Pure Barre • pure.lo e.yoga. • So Cal Boot Camp 2016 WINNERS: Gold: 24 Hour Fitness; Silver: Orangetheory Fitness

Best Group Workout GOLDEN OLE

O rang etheory Fitness 802 Avenida Pico, 949.485.4885, www.oran etheor ﬁtness.com

Orangetheory Fitness offers an intimidationfree en ironment for all ﬁtness le els. hat sets us apart is our community vibe. It’s about coming in and working out with old friends or new friends regardless of your ﬁtness le el, said studio manager Heidi Smith. Orangetheory is more than a gym membership; it offers one-on-one attention to its clients without the expense of a personal trainer. 40 | SAN CLEMENTE TIMES

Best Yoga Studio GOLDEN OLE

sta

A sana FI T .

www.asanaﬁt.com

Family owned and operated by Bruce and Jessilynn Gilbank, Asana FIT has brought a wide variety of heated and non-heated yoga and meditation classes to San Clemente locals. Daughter and manager, Ashley Plummer, ensures that their wide array of classes is bound to excite any yogi. “There is not one person who could walk through our doors and not ﬁnd something they like, Plummer said. S I LV E R O L E

p ure. lov e. y og a.

415 E. Avenida Pico, 949.492.5048, www.pureloveyogasc.com

Focusing on the original traditions of yoga, pure.love.yoga’s mission is to offer the highest quality teachers in Orange County. NOMINEES: Barre 3 • Bikram Yoga San Clemente • Casa Romantica Cultural Center and Gardens • CB CycleBarn • Crunch Fitness • Fitness Elite for Women • Foundation Fitness San Clemente • Guillobel Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Academy • Hangar 18 Indoor Rock Climbing Gym • Left Coast Brewing (Yoga On Tap) • OceanaFit Yoga • Vinyl Yoga • ZenBomb Yoga 2016 WINNERS: Gold: pure.love.yoga.; Silver: Asana FIT

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Best Pilates Studio GOLDEN OLE

M P ow er P ilates & Fitness

302 N. El Camino Real, Ste. 106, 949.482.4396, www.m ower atesﬁtness.com

great fitness alternati e to the monoto nous gym routine, MPower Pilates & Fitness offers guided pilates classes for clients of all skill levels. With a perfect Yelp rating of fi e stars, Power has been a growing fit ness destination due to their knowledgeable instructors and welcoming atmosphere. Check out their website for available classes. S I LV E R O L E

FI T P ilates Studio

1001 Avenida Pico, Ste. H, 714.421.2127, www.ﬁt atesstu o.com

As San Clemente’s only licensed pilates studio to use the Megaformer and Lagree ethod, T Pilates Studio guarantees a full body workout in just 50 minutes. NOMINEES: sana T • Barre • Bella Pilates • Crunch itness • Pure Barre • Signature Physical Therapy 2016 WINNERS: Gold Power Pilates & itness Sil er T Pilates Studio

Best Martial Arts Studio GOLDEN OLE

G uillob el Braz ilian J iu- J itsu A cademy

621 N. El Camino Real, Ste. A, 949.366.2107, www.guillobelbjj.com

Sensei Paulo Guillobel has led Guillobel Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Academy to its fourth straight Golden Ole Award through leadership and discipline. “Besides teaching discipline and martial arts, try to teach my students how to help the community and how to work on self-development,” Guillobel said. O er the years of teaching, Paulo has always strived to create relationships that last beyond the walls of the academy. S I LV E R O L E

G racie Barra San Clemente M artial A rts 225 Calle Pintoresco, 949.361.9411, www.gbsanclemente.com

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M P ow er P ilates & Fitness

classes for community members, including law enforcement personnel. NOMINEES: Fight Strong MMA • National Taekwondo Academy • Orange County Martial Arts • Peaceful Warrior Martial Arts & Healing Center • San Clemente Self Defense • Sunrise Tae Kwon Do • USSD Martial Arts 2016 WINNERS: Gold: Guillobel Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Academy; Silver: Fight Strong MMA

Best Pet Store GOLDEN OLE

P ets P lus

415 Avenida Pico, Ste. O, 949.361.8907; 638 Camino De Los Mares, Ste. A-140, 949.496.8400, www.petsplusca.com

Pets Plus is a family-operated chain that spans throughout Southern California. Their knowledgeable and committed staff takes the time to assist all customer questions and concerns. Carrying a wide array of brands and supplies, pet owners rest easy knowing Pets Plus will carry exactly what they’re looking for. With two locations in San Clemente, it is no mystery why Pets Plus has become the most trusted pet store.

Best Grooming/Pet Care GOLDEN OLE

San Clemente G rooming & P et Sp a

801 Via Suerte, Ste. 101, 949.391. 7297, www.ocgroomer.com

inner of ﬁ e Golden Ole wards, San Clemente Grooming and Pet Spa has been taking home medals since their opening in . credit our groomers for being friendly, experienced and hands on with their customer service by explaining home care techniques,” said owner Tamara Muslin. “We make sure all the fur-babies look great for their owners.” With a wide array of

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Three D og Bakery

174 Avenida Del Mar, 949.218.3364, www.threedogsc.com

Aside from providing pet supplies and accessories, Three Dog Bakery breaks the mold by offering a full doggie bakery. Complete with dog cakes, pastries and baked treats, you are sure to ﬁnd something to give your pup an unforgettable experience. NOMINEES: Bow Wow Beautiful Pet Spa • Mike’s Pet Care • Paciﬁc Coast Veterinary Hospital • The aked Dog Protein for Pets) • Salty Dogs Pet Styling • San Clemente Grooming & Pet Spa • nleashed by Petco • V P Pet Spa • almart 2016 WINNERS: Gold: Pets Plus; Silver: Three Dog Bakery

San Clemente G rooming & P et Sp a

grooming options, pet owners are bound to ﬁnd the right style for their fa orite pet. S I LV E R O L E

M ike’s P et Care

949.246.3835, www.mikespetcare.com

Registered veterinary technician Mike Russell offers both healthy and sick pets the ability to receive care in the comfort of their own homes. His services include anything from pet sitting and walking to injections and medication administration. NOMINEES: Bow Wow Beautiful Pet Spa • Camp Bow Wow • Critters Mobile Pet Grooming • Hilary’s Mobile Grooming • Paciﬁc Coast Veterinary Hospital • Paws Pet Resort • Pets Plus • Salty Dogs Pet Styling • San Clemente Veterinary Hospital • Seashore Pet Spa and Grooming • Talega Animal Hospital • The Pet Palace • nleashed by Petco • V P Pet Spa 2016 WINNERS: Gold: San Clemente Grooming & Pet Spa; Silver: Mike’s Pet Care

12th Annual Best of San Clemente People’s Choice Ole Awards

Best Veterinarian

Best Camp for Kids

GOLDEN OLE

P acif ic Coast V eterinary H osp ital

Dr. Steve Scibelli, Dr. Sarah Gertmenian & Dr. Bridget Holden

Ninj a Summer Camp

Guillobel Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu .

am no ea te. . www. u o e .com

t Paciﬁc Coast Veterinary Hospital, clients are sure to ha e a personalized e perience. ith zero doctor turno ers since their opening, the same three doctors attend to and care for each of their clients. e ha e the most cutting edge medical care, but we are focused on pre ention, said Ste e Scibelli, D.V. .

Sensai Paulo Guillobel puts on a week long martial arts and self growth camp called in a Summer Camp. t’s all about respect and lo e for the community, Guillobel said. try and teach that if your mind is open, you can always learn something. This summer camp includes martial arts training, ser icing the community and plenty of team building acti ities such as laser tag.

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1242 Puerta Del Sol, 949.429.1555, www. ac ﬁccoast eter nar .com

San Clemente V eterinary H osp ital

Dr. John Agostini, Dr. Sarah Dodd, Dr. Jaqueline Heller, Dr. Fred Brewer & Dr. Randall Fitch .

am no ea . www.sc et.com

Operating out of the same location since , San Clemente Veterinary Hospital has won the trust of locals with their e perience and passion for our community’s pets. NOMINEES: mir Liaghat Pico Veterinary Hospital • rsalan Liaghat Pico Veterinary Hospital • enida nimal Hospital • Camino Veterinary Clinic • risty Surbida Talega nimal Hospital • Laura Searle Barnes strella Veterinary Clinic • atthew Brady Veterinary Housecalls • agy min enida nimal Hospital • Pico Veterinary Clinic • Ryan Bloeser strella Veterinary Hospital • Robert Stone Talega nimal Hospital • Scott Diehl Camino Veterinary Clinic • Stephen hipple Talega nimal Hospital • Talega nimal Hospital • endi Browne s trella Veterinary Hospital 2016 WINNERS: Gold San Clemente Veterinary Hospital Sil er Paciﬁc Coast Veterinary Hospital

Family A ssistance M inistries

K id’s Summer G olf Camp Bella Collina San Clemente

en a a ata . . www. e aco nasanc emente.com

rom une until ugust, Bella Collina San Clemente hosts id’s Summer Golf Camp, a week long summer camp designed to de elop unior golfers and promote fun. ges ﬁ e and up are welcome. NOMINEES: loha Beach Camp • Boys & Girls Club of the South Coast rea • Casa Romantic Cultural Center and Gar dens • City of San Clemente • Crook’s Surf ssentials • merald Co e Day Camp • ndless Summer Surf Camp • oot Plant Skate • oundation itness • P’s Surf Camp • OC Conser atory of Performing rts • unior Lifeguards • athnasium • Paciﬁc Coast Church • San Clemente Dance & Performing rts Center • San Clemente Gymnastics Club • Summer Soul Surf Camp • Tammyland d entures • The rts Pro ect OC • aterbabies Swim School • C 2016 WINNERS: Gold in a Summer Camp Guillobel Brazilian iu itsu Sil er ndless Summer Surf Camp

tance inistries. e en oy the support of the community, Perdue said. ithout our olunteers, donors and local law enforce ment, all of this would not be possible. ith o er weekly olunteers, has been able to launch ﬁ e new programs in order to answer the community’s e er changing needs. S I LV E R O L E

P et P roj ect Foundation en a a r cante . . www. et ro ect oun at on.or

ith o er , hours of donated olunteer time, Pet Pro ect oundation has cared for lost and abandoned pets for almost years.

Best Local Nonprofit Organization GOLDEN OLE

Family A ssistance M inistries a e e oc o . . www. am ass stance.or

ecuti e Director ary Perdue credits the community to the success of amily ssis 44 | SAN CLEMENTE TIMES

NOMINEES: merican Red Cross • ssistance League of Capistrano Valley • ssisteens • Beach ngels • Boys & Girls Club of the South Coast rea• Casa Romantica Cultural Center and Gardens • Center for nno ati e Public Health Research • Community Outreach lliance • Coral Thrift Shop • lephant Co operation • ish for Life • oundation for His inistry • San Cle mente riends of the Library • Goodwill • reedom etwork • iHOP • nno ation Center for arly Childhood • ohn ayne Cancer oundation • nights of Columbus • La Tienda Thrift Store oshua House • Laura’s House • ational Charity League • OC Special Spokes • Orange County cademy of Sciences and rts • Sal ation rmy • San Clemente rt ssociation • San Clemente change Club • San Clemente Garden Club • San Clemente Historical Society • San Clemente unior omen’s Club • San Clemente Little League • San Clemente ilitary amily Outreach • San Clemente Sunrise Rotary • San Clemente Village ssociation • San Clemente Dana Point nimal Shelter • San Clemente High School ducation oundation • Sheckler oundation • Shoreline Church • Small Steps for Compassion • Socks for Heroes • Splash oundation • Surfers Healing • Surfrider oundation • The rk Church • ellness & Pre ention Center • oung Life 2016 WINNERS: Gold amily ssistance inistries Sil er Pet Pro ect oundation

12th Annual Best of San Clemente People’s Choice Ole Awards

Best Surf School GOLDEN OLE

or lodging on site, check their website for week-long sessions available throughout the summer. S I LV E R O L E

E ndless Summer Surf Camp 949.498.7862, www.endlesssummersurfcamp.com

For over 26 years, owner Jason Senn has created a world-renowned surf camp that caters to surfers of all le els. Se enty ﬁ e percent of our customers are international surfers who are looking for a new cultural experience,” Senn said. “The passion our staff puts into our camp carries onto the students and we all share our love of surfing.” Whether you are commuting each day

J P ’s Surf Camp

647 Camino De Los Mares, 949.547.2088, www.jpssurfcamp.com

JP’s Surf Camp strives to create a safe, instructional environment for students of all levels. With a three-to-one, studentto-instructor ratio, you are sure to get a personalized class. NOMINEES: Aloha Surf Camp • Cola’s Surf Camp • Crook’s Surf Essentials • Girl in the Curl • Lucid Surf • Nugget Surf • Paskowitz Surf Camp • Summer Soul Surf Camp • Vert Performance 2016 WINNERS: Gold: Endless Summer Surf Camp; Silver: JP’s Surf Camp

G E TTI NG O U T

Best Place to Take Out-of-Towners GOLDEN OLE

San Clemente P ier en a

ctor a ac ﬁc cean

A staple in the San Clemente experience, the Pier appeals to all types of beach goers. Whether you want to enjoy a nice day of ﬁshing, or stop by The isherman’s Restaurant and Bar for happy hour and a sunset, the San Clemente Pier never disappoints. S I LV E R O L E

The Fisherman’s Restaurant & Bar

611 Avenida Victoria, 949.498.6390, www.theﬁshermansrestaurant.com

Located right on the San Clemente Pier, The

San Clemente P ier Fisherman’s Restaurant and Bar encompasses the perfect San Clemente experience, whether you are coming from across the country or across the county. NOMINEES: Antoines Cafe • Avenida Del Mar • Barnoa Wine Bar • Banzai Bowls • BeachFire Restaurant • Bear Coast Coffee • Bella Collina San Clemente • Blooms Irish Sports Bar and Restaurant • Bonnie’s Skin Care • C’Siren Day Spa • Calaﬁa State Beach • Casa Romantica Cultural Center and Gardens • Casino San Clemente • Cassano’s Italian Restaurant • Courtney’s SandCastle Universal Playground • Ellie’s Table at North Beach • ERBA • H.H. Cotton’s • Iva Lee’s Restaurant and Lounge • JD’s Kitchen and Bar • La Colombiana• Lost Winds Brewing • Melrose in the OC • Missy’s on Del Mar • MRK Public • Murf Electric Bikes • Muse Sushi Restaurant • Nick’s San Clemente • Nomads Canteen • North Beach • Outlets at San Clemente • Outrigger • Paradise Jewelers • Park Semper Fi • Pier Bowl • Pierside Kitchen and Bar • Pizza Port Brewing Company • Red Fox Lounge • Rocket Fizz Soda Pop & Candy Shop • San Clemente Beach Trail • San Clemente Art Gallery • Schmid’s Fine Chocolates • Sonny’s Pizza and Pasta • South of Nick’s • South Swell Hand Dipped Ice Cream • Southern Roots • Surﬁng Heritage & Cultural Center • T Street • Three Dog Bakery • Tuvalu • Vine Restaurant & Bar • Zebra House Coffee 2016 WINNERS: Gold: San Clemente Pier; Silver: The Fisherman’s Restaurant & Bar

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12th Annual Best of San Clemente People’s Choice Ole Awards the sand. Entrance to the beach is located in between homes in Plaza a La Playa.

Best Venue for Live Music

NOMINEES: s • Calaﬁa State Beach • Churches • Cotton’s Point • Lasuens Lost inds • Linda Lane • orth Beach • Old an’s San Onofre State Beach • Poche Beach • San Clemente ain Beach San Clemente Pier • San Clemente State Beach • San Onofre State Beach • Trestles 2016 WINNERS: Gold: T Street Sil er Ri iera Beach

GOLDEN OLE

I v a L ee’s Restaurant and L oung e

Best Golf Course

555 N. El Camino Real, 949.361.2855, www.ivalees.com

a Lee’s Restaurant and Lounge is the venue of choice for most musical acts. “We have been hosting live music for 12 years now, which allows us to have quality bands come through here,” said co-owner Eric Wagoner. “Artists will tell me that they love performing here because of the fan base and the small, intimate setting.” S I LV E R O L E

The Cellar

156 Avenida Del Mar, 949.492.3663, www.thecellarsite.com

The Cellar’s slogan is “Wine, music and amazing food es, hea en is real. ou know they put an emphasis on their live music when it is listed before their food. Stop by Tuesday through Sunday for piano sing-alongs and live performances.

GOLDEN OLE

San Clemente M unicip al G olf Course

150 E. Avenida Magdalena, 949.361.8384, www.sanclementegc.com

Head golf professional Vinnie Poncino credits three factors to the success of San Clemente Municipal Golf Course. “You can’t beat our location, our pricing and our yearlong [weather] conditions,” Poncino said. With each of the 18 holes having an ocean view and pricing under $80 any day of the week, it’s hard to argue Vinnie’s case. S I LV E R O L E

Bella Collina San Clemente

200 Avenida La Pata, 949.498.6604, www.bellacollinasanclemente.com

s the ﬁrst Gary Player signature course on the est Coast, Bella Collina San Clemente’s 27 holes are inspired by the Scottish seaside. NOMINEES: Shorecliffs Golf Club • Talega Golf Club 2016 WINNERS: Gold: San Clemente Municipal Golf Course; Silver: Talega Golf Club

Best Surf Break GOLDEN OLE

Trestles/ L ow ers Trestles

San Onofre State Beach, Old Highway 101, 949.492.4872, www.parks.ca.gov

When surfers look for consistent breaks, Trestles is always at the top of their list. Previously home to the Hurley Pro, Trestles caters to surfers of a higher skill level. Don’t be discouraged though, there is plenty to do and see around the State Park, including bird watching and plenty of hiking trails that cut through South County’s beautiful ecosystem. S I LV E R O L E

O ld M an’s

NOMINEES: dele’s at the San Clemente nn • Barnoa ine Bar • Beach ire Restaurant • Bella Collina San Clemente • Casa Romantica Cultural Center and Gardens • Casino San Clemente • Goody’s Ta ern • H.H. Cotton’s • nuckleheads Sports Bar & Grill • OC Ta ern, Grill and Sports Bar • Outlets at San Clemente • Paciﬁc Coast Church • Pier Bowl • Pierside itchen and Bar • San Clemente Beach Concerts • Zebra House Coffee 2016 WINNERS: Gold a Lee’s Restaurant and Lounge Sil er The Cellar

San Onofre State Beach, Old Highway 101, 949.492.4872, www.parks.ca.gov

A great way for beginners to test their surf skills, Old an’s offers consistent breaks along with olleyball courts and fire pits to en oy after a long day of surfing. NOMINEES: s • Barbed ire • Calafia State Park • Cotton’s Point • Dog Patch • Lasuens Lost inds • iddle Trestles • orth Beach • Poche Beach • Ri iera Beach • San Clemente ain Beach San Clemente Pier • San Onofre State Beach • T-Street • Upper Trestles 2016 WINNERS: Gold Trestles Lower Trestles; Silver: T-Street

Blooms I rish Sp orts Bar

Best Park GOLDEN OLE

L inda L ane P ark

400 Linda Lane, 949.361.8264, www.san-clemente.org

San Clemente M unicip al G olf Course

GOLDEN OLE

O le’s Tav ern

127 S. El Camino Real, 949.498.9400, www.olestavern.com

Best Billiards ( TI E )

GOLDEN OLE

Blooms I rish Sp orts Bar and Restaurant

2391 S. El Camino Real, 949.218.0120

After their remodel in May, this bar is not what it used to be. “This isn’t your dad’s olly Bloom’s, owner Jeffrey Provance Jr. said. “We have a rock star staff and have replaced the restaurant with ping-pong tables and free pool. Rest assured, Blooms rish Sports Bar and Restaurant still upholds its traditional Irish roots. 46 | SAN CLEMENTE TIMES

Known as the original sports bar in San Clemente, Ole’s Ta ern does not disappoint when it comes to entertainment and watching sporting events. With both foosball and pool tables, there are plenty of activities to keep you busy between enjoying an IPA and rooting on your favorite team. Ask about horse betting, too. S I LV E R O L E

M ullig ans Sp orts Bar 1401 Calle Valle, 949.492.4400, www.mulligansbarsanclemente.com

Do you know what’s better than si pool tables Si free to play pool tables. ul ligans Sports Bar is the perfect destination for a burger and a round of pool at an affordable price. NOMINEES: Big Helyn’s Saloon • Dukes • Goody’s Ta ern • nuckleheads Sports Bar & Grill • OC Ta ern, Grill and Sports

Bar• Outrigger • Pizza Port Brewing Company • Red o Lounge 2016 WINNERS: Gold ulligans Sports Bar Sil er Ole’s Ta ern

Best Beach GOLDEN OLE

T- Street

North El Camino Real/Avenida Pico

One of the most popular beaches in San Clemente, T-Street attracts visitors from around the globe. Situated just south of the San Clemente Pier, T-Street offers both consistent surf and a safe beach for those who lo e to en oy a dip in the Paciﬁc. Shaded picnic tables offer the perfect setting for a lunch. S I LV E R O L E

Riv iera Beach

San Clemente Beach Trail, South of San Clemente Pier

hard to ﬁnd beach spot, Ri iera Beach makes for a perfect beach day whether you are hiking the beach trail or sunbathing on

One of the few children’s parks with an ocean iew, Linda Lane Park is complete with picnic tables, swings and a jungle gym. After your picnic and afternoon watching trains roll down the coast, the park has easy access to the San Clemente Beach Trail for an enjoyable walk. Parking is free after 5 p.m., making the park a popular sunset destination with the kids. S I LV E R O L E

V ista H ermosa Sp orts P ark

987 Avenida Vista Hermosa, 949.429.8797, www.san-clemente.org

Equipped with an aquatic center and football, baseball and soccer ﬁelds, Vista Hermosa Sports Park is a one-stop shop for all things sports and fun in the sun. NOMINEES: Bonita Canyon Park • Calaﬁa Park • Courtney’s SandCastle ni ersal Playground • orster Ranch Community Park Pirate Park • Leslie Park • Liberty Park • arblehead Park • a Berg Park • ira Costa Park • Park Semper i • Par ue Del ar • Ralphs Skate Park • Rancho San Clemente Park • Richard T. Steed emorial Park • San Clemente Beach Trail • San Clemente Dog Park • San Gorgonio Park • San Luis Rey Park • San Onofre State Park • Talega Park • Tierra Grande Red Barn Park • Verde Park 2016 WINNERS: Gold Linda Lane Park Silver: Vista Hermosa Sports Park

12th Annual Best of San Clemente People’s Choice Ole Awards Casino San Clemente

San Clemente I nn

Best Special Event/ Wedding Venue GOLDEN OLE

Casino San Clemente 140 Avenida Pico, 949.369.6600, www.thecasinosanclemente.com

With two Wedding Wire Couples’ Choice Awards, Casino San Clemente is loved for its history, elegance and committed staff. Family owned and operated, Casino San Clemente personalizes your special day to ﬁt your tastes. There are four areas within the casino, including an ocean view patio, a Spanish flavored west wing and a grand ballroom that can accommodate up to 300 people.

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Casa Romantica Cultural Center and G ardens 415 Avenida Granada, 949.498.2139, www.casaromantica.org

Perched above the San Clemente Pier, Casa Romantica Cultural Center and Gardens is encompassed by Spanish architecture and two and a half acres of California native gardens. Exchanging vows in a garden with so much beauty and history is the perfect way to start your future. NOMINEES: Bella Collina San Clemente • Iva Lee’s Restaurant and Lounge • Ole Hanson Beach Club • Paciﬁc Coast Church • San Clemente Historic Cottage/California State Parks • San Clemente Municipal Golf Course • San Clemente Presbyterian Church • Serra Plaza • Talega Golf Club • Wedgewood Wedding & Banquet Center 2016 WINNERS: Gold: Casa Romantica Cultural Center and Gardens; Silver: Casino San Clemente

Best Lodging GOLDEN OLE

San Clemente I nn

2600 Avenida del Presidente, 949.492.6103, www.sanclementeinn.com

Constantly evolving, San Clemente Inn has made many renovations over the past few years including a $1.5-million-dollar renovation to their recreation room and check-in building. “Our biggest attraction has to be all the amenities we offer,” said General Manager Lisa Francesconi. “We have mini golf, tennis courts and basketball courts.” After a day out sunbathing pool side, head into their rec room to enjoy air hockey and a few games of pool.

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The V olarÉ

111 S. Avenida De La Estrella, 949.361.3000, www.volareresorts.com

The Volaré’s slogan is “Where luxury meets nature,” and they mean that literally. Walking distance from the ocean and downtown San Clemente, The Volaré uses sustainable materials and renewable resources while still upholding a sense of luxury and elegance. NOMINEES: Always Inn San Clemente Bed & Breakfast • Beachcomber Motel • Best Western Plus Casablanca Inn • Hampton Inn & Suites Hotel • Holiday Inn Express • Holiday Inn San Clemente • Hotel Miramar • House of Trestles • Nomads Hotel • Oceanfront Hacienda • Rodeway Inn • San Clemente Cove Resort • San Onofre State Beach Campground • Sea Horse Resort 2016 WINNERS: Gold: Nomads Hotel; Silver: Beachcomber Motel

12th Annual Best of San Clemente People’s Choice Ole Awards

Best Local Annual Event GOLDEN OLE

San Clemente O cean Festiv al www.oceanfestival.org

Rooted within the lifeguard community, the San Clemente Ocean Festival invites the community to participate in a day of friendly competition and fun in the sun. With activities ranging from SUP surﬁng competitions to the Great Rubber Duck Race, it’s no mystery why the San Clemente Ocean esti al is called The Greatest Show on Surf. S I LV E R O L E

Fiesta Street Festiv al www.scchamber.com

The San Clemente Chamber of Commerce has been hosting the iesta Street esti al for o er years on the historic enida Del ar. ery year, the San Clemente community joins in a day of great food and live music. NOMINEES: Annual Art & Craft Fair/San Clemente Art Association • Barks & Brews • Carni al Colossal • Christmas at the Casa • Clam Chowder Cook off San Clemente Sea est • Golfapalooza • Good riday Beach Ser ice at the Pier • H.H Cotton’s arine eed • Hoptoberfest • Hunger alk amily ssistance inistries • uly th ireworks Show San Clemente Pier • ayor’s Prayer Breakfast • orth Beach rt alk • Ofﬁce Chair Races • Paint San Clemente • Puttin’ on the Glitz Downtown Business ssociation • Rotary Swing ight • Salsa Challenge iesta Street esti al • San Clemente Beach Concerts at the Pier • San Clem ente Car Show • San Clemente armers arket • San Clemente icro Brew esti al • San Clemente Oktoberfest • Shopping tra aganza • Splash Bash • St. Patrick’s Dinner Dance • Star ars Day at Pizza Port Brewing Company • Taste of San Clemente • Toast to the Casa • Tree Lighting/Outlets at San Clemente • Village Art Faire 2016 WINNERS: Gold San Clemente Ocean esti al Sil er iesta Street esti al

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San Clemente O cean Festiv al