SEE WHO’S BEEN VOTED THE BEST Automotive • Dining & Drinking • Entertainment & Travel Health & Wellness • House & Home - Retail House & Home - Services • Personal Services Pet Care • Professional Services • Retail - Food & Beverage Retail - Specialty • Sports & Recreation
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WHERE IT’S AT Arts, Entertainment & Travel.........................4 Automotive............................................................9 Dining...................................................11, 14, 16, 18 Employment........................................................ 19 Health & Wellness...................................23 & 24 House & Home......................................... 25 & 28 Personal Services.............................................30 Pet Care................................................................32 Professional Services.....................................35 Retail..................................................39, 40, 42, 44 Sports & Recreation.................................42, 44
ON THE COVER The staff of Konrad’s Bakery Thea Hoffman, (from left) Christina Harris, Beata Kochmanski, Nicole Parka and Konrad Kochmanski in the Lake in the Hills shop. Georgio’s Chicago Pizzeria owner James Coli serves a deep dish pizza to guests at the Crystal Lake location. Pearl Street Music owner Dave Putnam has owned the McHenry shop since 2007. The store opened in 1999. Bartender fixes up a drink for a customer while working at Lucky Lulu’s in Crystal Lake. Best of the Fox Nancy Merkling at the entrance to the Starline Factory Gallery and Studio.
Best of the Fox winners revealed McHenry County is chock-full of outstanding and unique businesses, from companies with offices and employees around the globe to mom-and-pop outfits that provide unparalleled customer service from downtown stores or even their homes. Whether they are traded on Wall Street or located on Main Street, these local businesses help make McHenry County a great place to live. So do the people who run them and the employees who make them stand out. Many of these local businesses go above and beyond to give customers excellent products and services. Each year, the Northwest Herald asks its readers to name the best of the best in the newspaper’s annual Best of the Fox readers’ choice contest. Through our online survey, readers once again have picked out their go-to businesses in more than 150 different categories, from favorite
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place to eat to favorite bike shop and nearly everything in between. This is a task our readers take on with serious dedication. Each year before we open the floodgates to voters, our Crystal Lake office is inundated with calls from people eager to cast ballots for businesses they care about deeply. Our readers always come through – in fantastic numbers – for these special companies. Today, we are pleased to announce winners in the 2017 Best of the Fox contest. In the following pages, you’ll find the businesses that our readers care about the most. As always, the favorite food category was the most popular category. More than 22,000 votes were logged in this category for individual winners in categories such as favorite burger, ice cream/frozen custard, pizza, breakfast, doughnut shop and place to watch the game. In addition to the categories we offered, readers submitted 900 ideas
for a new category that should be included in 2018. On Thursday, the Northwest Herald hosted a Best of the Fox award-winners celebration at Park Place in Crystal Lake. Thank you to Algonquin Sub Shop, Georgio’s Chicago Pizzeria & Pub, Konrad’s Bakery, Bonefish Grill and Duke’s Alehouse & Kitchen for catering the event. We offer our congratulations to all who placed in the 2017 Best of the Fox contest. And we thank our readers for taking the time to honor the businesses that they are so passionate about supporting. We look forward to seeing 2017 Best of the Fox banners proudly displayed all around McHenry County. • Brett Rowland is the news editor for the Northwest Herald. He can be reached at 815-526-4630 or browland@shawmedia.com.
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ARTS,ENTERTAINMENT&TRAVEL Art Gallery The Best
Starline Factory
Fundraising Event by a Non-Profit The Best
Live Theatre
Music lessons
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Raue Center For the Arts
Pearl Street Music
One of the Best
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Woodstock Opera House Spotlight Youth Theater
The Player’s Bench Dr. Woods
Movie Theater
Travel Agency
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Lupus, Downtown Crystal Lake One of the Best
Lakeside Legacy Arts Park Woodland Art Gallery
Best Festival The Best
Lakeside Festival
One of the Best
Gavers Community Cancer Foundation Sage YMCA Corporate Challenge
Listen to Live Music The Best
Broken Oar Marina-Bar & Grill
One of the Best
One of the Best
Fiesta Days Johnny Appleseed Festival
One of the Best
AMC Lake in the Hills McHenry Outdoor Theater
Crystal Lake Travel Worldwide Traveler LTD.
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The Raue Center For the Arts Chain O’Lakes Brewing Company
One of the Best
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Sage YMCA One of the Best
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Plum Garden
Julie Ann’s Frozen Custard
One of the Best
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Brunch Cafe Andy’s Restaurant
The Breakers Chop Suey Hut
Burger
Fish Fry
The Freeze Manny’s Handcrafted Gelato & Cafe
The Best
The Best
The Tracks
Rusty Nail Saloon
One of the Best
One of the Best
Benedict’s La Strata Duke’s Alehouse & Kitchen
The Tracks Cary Country Club
Chicken Wings
Hot Dog
The Best
The Best
Wings Etc. Grill & Pub
Tommy’s Red Hots
One of the Best
One of the Best
Buffalo Wild Wings The Tracks
Portillo’s Gianelli’s Drive-Thru
One of the Best
BBQ King Smokehouse The Texan Bar-B-Q
Bloody Mary The Best
Italian Beef The Best
Benedict’s La Strata
Portillo’s
One of the Best
The Tracks The Cottage
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One of the Best
Mr. A’s Gianelli’s Drive-Thru
THANK YOU FOR VOTING US ONE OF THE BEST IN THE CHICKEN WINGS AND BEST PLACE TO WATCH THE GAME CATEGORIES! WEEKLY SPECIALS
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Thanks to Our Loyal Customers & Friends for Voting us Best Gift Store 7 Years in a Row!!! We are proud to serve you and grateful for your support! Come in and see why we are the BEST!
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YOU’RE MAKING US BLUSH. The Sage YMCA has been voted Best of the Fox in 5 categories and One of the Best in 2 categories in 2017! Best Yoga Best Birthday Party Venue Best Preschool Best Swim Lessons Best Employer over 50 Employees One of the Best Health Clubs One of the Best Fundraisers: Sage YMCA Corporate Challenge Thank you McHenry County for voting for your Sage Y AGAIN in 2017. Take a tour and discover why everyone loves the Sage Y, or visit us at
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Pizza
Sushi
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Pablo’s Restaurant and Cantina
Georgio’s Chicago Pizzeria & Pub
Kyoto Japanese Steak House & Sushi Bar
Benedict’s La Strata
One of the Best
One of the Best
Mixteca Mexican Grill & Tequilla Bar El Niagara Mexican Restaurant
Lou Malnati’s Pizzeria Nick’s Pizza & Pub
Martini
One of the Best
Kumi Sushi Bistro Wasabi
Seafood
Thai
The Best
Port Edward Restaurant
The Best
Expressly Leslie Vegetarian Specialties Duke’s Alehouse & Kitchen
One of the Best
The Best
Cucina Bella
Green Peapod One of the Best
Jameson’s Charhouse Bonefish Grill
One of the Best
Bistro Wasabi Cary Ale House
Steakhouse
Omelette
One of the Best
Krystal Thai Bangkok Thai & Sushi
The Best
Jameson’s Charhouse
The Best
Benedict’s La Strata One of the Best
Texas Roadhouse Montarra
One of the Best
Brunch Cafe Tony’s Cafe
Sub Sandwich
Pancakes
The Best
Epic Deli
The Best
Benedict’s La Strata One of the Best One of the Best
Brunch Cafe Richard Walker’s Pancake House
Algonquin Sub Shop Jersey Mike’s Subs
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Maggie Hamilton Antonio Delosrios Kyle Myers Hunter Douglas Joe Martino
Thank You for Voting us the Best in Fine Dining
Randall Szmanesky Sarah Jenkins Jonathan Lazzara Jacob Carr
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Patty Huhn, Rusty Nail Saloon
Conscious Cup Coffee Roasters
1776 Restaurant
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D’Andrea Banquets & Conference Center Old Towne Hall Banquets
Sam Weter, Cary Ale House Kelsey, da Baffone Cucina Italiana
Taste of Benedict’s Manny’s Handcrafted Gelato & Cafe
Benedict’s La Strata Jameson’s Charhouse
Barista
Caterer on Site
Deli
First Date The Best
Pablo’s Restaurant and Cantina
The Best
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Tammy, Taste of Benedict’s
31 North Banquets & Catering
Epic Deli
One of the Best
One of the Best
One of the Best
Coleman’s Meals Like Mom
Butcher on the Block Joseph’s Marketplace
Cucina Bella Cary Ale House Chop Suey Hut
Chinese Restaurant
Donut Shop
Italian Restaurant
The Best
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Plum Garden
Country Donuts
da Baffone Cucina Italiana
One of the Best
One of the Best
One of the Best
The Breakers Chen Chinese Cuisine
Riverside Bake Shop Roll N Donuts Cafe
Cucina Bella Bimbos Italian Restaurant
The Best
One of the Best
Michael, Taste of Benedict’s Riley Long, Grounds Coffee Bar
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Japanese Restaurant
Local Craft Brewery
Outdoor Beer Garden
Tavern/Pub
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Kyoto Japanese Steak House & Sushi Bar
Crystal Lake Brewing
Duke’s Ale House & Kitchen
Cary Ale House
One of the Best
One of the Best
One of the Best
Chain O’Lakes Brewing Company Scorched Earth Brewing Company
The Tracks The Cottage
The Tracks The Cottage
Mexican Restaurant
Outdoor dining
Visit by Boat
The Best
The Best
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Pablo’s Restaurant and Cantina
Benedict’s La Strata
Broken Oar Marina-Bar & Grill
One of the Best
One of the Best
One of the Best
Mixteca Mexican Grill & Tequilla Bar El Niagara Mexican Restaurant
The Tracks Duke’s Alehouse & Kitchen
The Snuggery Vickie’s Place
Restaurant that uses local
Watch the Game
The Best
The Best
Lucky Lulu’s
Duke’s Alehouse & Kitchen
Cary Ale House
One of the Best
One of the Best
The Tracks The Cottage
Cary Ale House 1776 Restaurant
One of the Best
Bistro Wasabi Kobe Japanese Steak House Sakura
Kids Menu The Best
Pablo’s Restaurant and Cantina One of the Best
Benedict’s La Strata Duke’s Alehouse & Kitchen
Neighborhood Bar
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Law Office of Loizzo & Loizzo
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Serving Mchenry County for 40 YEARS!
"The Best" Attorneys
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Employment Agency The Best
Working World Inc.
The Best
Sage YMCA
One of the Best
Aerotek Express Employment Professionals
One of the Best
Black Diamond Plumbing & Mechanical Medela
Most Charitable Company The Best
Best Employer Under 50 Employees
Black Diamond Plumbing & Mechanical
The Best
Paul Hyland Salon & Day Spa
One of the Best
One of the Best
Sage Products La Pizza Via
Most friendly staff The Best
Chazio’s Hair Colour Salon One of the Best
Paul Hyland Salon & Day Spa Benedict’s La Strata
THANK YOU! “Over 50 Years of Reliability”
Quality Tire Service is a Full-Service Facility
Family Owned & Operated 2420 Hiller Ridge • Johnsburg, IL 815-344-2573 www.GoFastTires.com SM-0429281Z
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THE BEST AUTO BODY REPAIR COMPANY
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Award winning… ✔Auto body repair & refinishing ✔Collision repair with care
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for Home Decor and Interior Design! For 7 years we have been creating beautiful homes from our Downtown Crystal Lake location, and we couldn’t do it without you. Thank you for your continued support of our business!
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If you haven’t seen all that we have to offer at YOURS & Meyn, Simply Designed, stop by soon!
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RE/MAX PLAZA 1120 N. Rand Road, Suite D Wauconda, IL 60084 (847) 487- 3232
RE/MAX PLAZA 4005-H Kane Avenue McHenry, IL 60050 (815) 385-6770
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FLOORING AND MORE We wish to extend a heartfelt thank you for, once again, taking the time to vote for us this year. We would also like to thank our valuable employees who’s tireless work ethic helps us provide the very best service to this community. They help make us “THE BEST”!
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Premier Wellness Care Chiropractic
Lifetime Vision & Contact Lens Center
Centegra Health Bridge Fitness Center
Paul Hyland Salon & Day Spa One of the Best
One of the Best
Crystal Lake Family Wellness Malooley Chiropractic
One of the Best
One of the Best
Coventry Eyecare Associates Sears Optical
Sage YMCA Life Time Fitness
Natural Therapy Wellness Center Journeys Healing & Wellness Center
Cross-Fit
Fitness Studio
Health Food Store
Orthodontics
The Best
Crossfit Phoenix 815
The Best
The Best
The Best
Y Weight and Tri
Nature’s Cornucopia
One of the Best
Conlon & Thompson Orthodontics, Ltd.
One of the Best
One of the Best
Tactical Mixed Martial Arts Edge Fitness & Performance
Crystal Lake Health Food Store Fresh Thyme
Cross Fit Prevail CrossFit AMRAP
Dr. Gregory F. Kubik, DDS, MS Hoffman Orthodontics
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Dentist Office
One of the Best
The Best
Cary Dental Associates LLC One of the Best
Ridgeview Family Dental Crystal Lake Dental Arts PC
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Your Natural Source for Pet Food, Dog Training and More!
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“Family Owned and Operated” Funeral Home and Cremation Services 591 Ridgeview Drive, McHenry, Illinois 60050 (815) 385-0063
"One of Best"
In 1882, Nicholas J. Justen Founded N.J. Justen Undertaking in the rear of his furniture store on Main Street in McHenry, IL In 1939, Peter M. Justen, his son, erected a funeral home on Elm Street and dedicated it to the memory of his father. In order to meet the needs of a growing community, we moved to a new facility at 591 Ridgeview Drive at the corner of Bull Valley Road in McHenry on September 15, 2001. We have dedicated this building to the memory of the late Daniel A. Justen, the founder’s grandson, whose kindness and generosity made this all possible for us. The building may have changed through the years, but one thing will never change and that is our dedication to serving you with dignity, competence and compassion. Robert Mrachek President/Funeral Director SM-CL0411429
Maggie Mrachek Mowimy Po Polsku Funeral Director
• Pre-Need Funeral Trusts
Cecelia Anderson Christopher Cepela Funeral Director
• Traditional Funerals
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James Szendel Funeral Director
• Cremation Services
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Pediatric Specialists
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Senior Facility/ Memory Care The Best
Shepherd Premier Senior Living One of the Best
Children’s Medical Group Pediatric Associates of Barrington
Physical Therapy The Best
One of the Best
Valley Hi Nursing and Rehabilitation Fox Point Manor
Yoga
Smith Physical Therapy + Running Academy
Sage YMCA
One of the Best
One of the Best
Athletico Physical Therapy Cary Physical Therapy & Sports Rehab
The Best
Sweet Feet Yoga Akasha Yoga
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Appliance Repair
Furniture
Home Decor
Paint
The Best
The Best
The Best
The Best
Gulgren Appliance
Donahue Furniture
Yours & Meyn
Lloyd’s Paint ‘N Paper, Inc
One of the Best
One of the Best
One of the Best
One of the Best
Wickham Interiors Crystal Lake Furniture & Mattress
Wickham Interiors Mueller Interiors, Inc.
Sherwin-Williams CT Design Concepts
Ehrke’s Appliances Lint Pros Inc.
Appliance Store The Best
The Best
Gulgren Appliance
Countryside Flower Shop, Nursery and Garden Center
One of the Best
Ehrke’s Appliances Grand Appliance and TV
One of the Best
The Barn Nursery Kolze’s Corner Gardens
Flooring Howell’s Flooring and More Murphy’s Flooring Ken Pearson Floor Co., Inc.
One of the Best
Ziegler’s Ace Hardware Menards
THANK YOU Best
(847) 639-6064
Black Diamond Plumbing & Mechanical
One of the Best
One of the Best
Loud Brothers McHenry Heating & Air Conditioning
D & D Plumbing Co. All-Pro Plumbing, Inc
Mattress
Pool Care and Sales
Burger
One of the Best
Fish Fry | Neighborhood Bar Outdoor Beer Garden Outdoor Dining | Tavern/Pub Chicken Wings | Watch the Game Bloody Mary
Tracksbarandgrill.com
The Best - TIE: Arvidson Pools & Spas Novotny Sales
The Best
Verlo Mattress
The Best
For voting for us! Cary, IL 60013
Black Diamond Plumbing & Mechanical
Hardware Store
To our loyal customers
108 W Main St,
The Best
Bjorkman’s Ace Hardware
One of the Best
BAR & GRILL
Plumber
One of the Best
American Mattress Windy City Furniture Direct
One of the Best
Prestige Pool Services, Inc.
Thank You McHenry County for Voting us #1 BEST Grocery Store Deli BEST Locally Owned Grocery Store One of the Best Deli’s Our Customers new and old are the reason for our success. We will continue to work at a great levels to keep you as loyal patrons today and well into future! With deep appreciation, God Bless!
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HVAC The Best
Garden Center
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Dreaming Up the Ideal Retirement Is Your Job. Helping You Get There Is Ours. To learn more about why Edward Jones makes sense for you, call or visit a financial advisor today.
Jarid K Brockman, CFP®, AAMS®, Financial Advisor 1493 Merchant Dr Algonquin, IL 60102 847-854-2331
Member SIPC
Michael K Coldwell, CRPC®, Financial Advisor 9 Crystal Lake Rd., Suite 200 Lake In The Hills, IL 60156 847-854-5948
Brad Groth, Financial Advisor
2207 N US Highway 12 Suite D Spring Grove, IL 60081 815-675-6859
Danny L Hampton, AAMS®, Financial Advisor 40 North Williams Suite M Crystal Lake, IL 60014 815-459-1035
Cheryl Kranz, Financial Advisor
650 E Terra Cotta Ave Suite 107 Crystal Lake, IL 60014 815-459-6518
David D Lammers, AAMS®, Financial Advisor 3538 Waukegan Rd Mchenry, IL 60050 815-344-2925
Amber Luczak, Financial Advisor
1011 II Route 22 Suite 1e Fox River Grove, IL 60021 847-462-0346
Steve Middaugh, Financial Advisor
8505 Redtail Dr Suite K Lakewood, IL 60014 815-356-5401
Russ Olsen, AAMS®, Financial Advisor
1114 North Seminary Ave. Woodstock, IL 60098 815-337-0777
Eric N Thornburg, AAMS®, Financial Advisor 102 East Brainard St. Harvard, IL 60033 815-943-0721
Jim Wresch, Financial Advisor
407 E Terra Cotta Ave Suite B Crystal Lake, IL 60014 815-479-0248
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HOUSE&HOME • SERVICE Carpet Cleaner
Electrician
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Home Builder
Landscape Design
The Best
The Best
The Best
The Best
Howell’s Carpet Cleaning
Black Diamond Plumbing & Mechanical
Gerstad Builders
The Barn Nursery
One of the Best
One of the Best
One of the Best
Dream Gardens Countryside Flower Shop, Nursery and Garden Center
Lawn Care Maintenance
One of the Best
Clean Bee Flooring and Upholstery Care Evans Carpet Cleaning Plus
Loud Brothers Independent Electric
Suran Built Scholl Construction Company, Inc.
Computer Repair
Fence
Home Remodeler
The Best
The Best
The Best
Echelon Computers, Inc.
Fence Factory Family
True Home Exteriors
One of the Best
One of the Best
One of the Best
Corporate IT Department CSI Technical Services, Inc.
Woodmaster Fence Hearth and Home Construction, Inspection Services
Deck Builder
Suran Built Innovative Home Concepts
Interior Designer
The Best
The Best
Rock Solid Builders, Inc.
Yours & Meyn
One of the Best
One of the Best
MasterCut Strait Renovations
Wickham Interiors Mueller Interiors
The Best
A Cut Above Lawn & Landscape, Inc. One of the Best
Dream Gardens Harms Farm & Garden Center
The Best Computer Repair in McHenry County
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PERSONAL SERVICES
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Barber
Dry Cleaner
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Preschool
Tattoo Shop
The Best
The Best
The Best
The Best
Joe’s Barber Shop
Mr. Don’s
Sage YMCA Preschool
Area 51 Tattoo
One of the Best
One of the Best
One of the Best
One of the Best
Slim’s Barber Shop O’Grady’s Barber Shop
CD One Price Cleaners Vogue Cleaners
St. Barnabas Christian Preschool Friendship House
Full Moon Tattoo Dark Heart Tattoo
Cosmetic Enhancements
Hair Salon
The Best
The Best
Journeys Healing & Wellness Center
Chazio’s Hair Colour Salon One of the Best
One of the Best
Paul Hyland Salon & Day Spa Mario Tricoci Hair Salon & Day Spa
Cosmetic Skin Care The Best
Paul Hyland Salon & Day Spa International Hairways
Hair Stylist The Best
Charles Nelson, Chazio’s Hair Colour Salon
Chazio’s Hair Colour Salon One of the Best
Paul Hyland Salon & Day Spa Journeys Healing & Wellness Center
Paul Hyland, Paul Hyland Salon & Day Spa Claudia Heinz, International Hairways
Day Spa
Nail Salon
The Best
The Best
Paul Hyland Salon & Day Spa
Paul Hyland Salon & Day Spa
One of the Best
One of the Best
One of the Best
Blush Salon & Spa Mario Tricoci Hair Salon & Day Spa
Profile Salon + Spa Salon Cora
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for voting us One of the Best Chiropractic Offices!
815-788-7504
4777 Northwest Hwy Suite C • Crystal Lake, IL 60014
Thank you for voting us BEST HOT DOG
Visit One of Our 5 Locations Today
Crystal Lake - 815-455-4966 • Lake in the Hills - 847-658-4088 Woodstock - 815-337-7244 • McHenry - 815-385-8817
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Animal Shelter Rescue
Feed and Seed
Pet Store
The Best
The Best
The Best
Helping Paws
Nature’s Feed
Thomas’ Tails
One of the Best
One of the Best
One of the Best
On Angels’ Wings Animal House Shelter
Blain’s Farm & Fleet Woodstock Farm & Lawn Center
Nature’s Feed Bentley’s Pet Stuff
Dog Trainer
Pet Groomer
Veterinarian
The Best
The Best
The Best
Alden’s Kennel
Paws on Pingree
Fox Valley Animal Hospital
One of the Best
One of the Best
One of the Best
Fur the Love of Dogs Camp Bow Wow
Fur the Love of Dogs Charlie’s Dog House
Richmond Veterinary Clinic Wonder Lake Veterinary Clinic
Doggie Day Care
Pet kennel
The Best
The Best
Paws on Pingree
Paws on Pingree
One of the Best
One of the Best
Fur the Love of Dogs Charlie’s Dog House
Alden’s Kennel Fur the Love of Dogs
We wish to thank our wonderful customers and great staff for making us BEST
Breakfast • Omelette Pancakes • Outdoor Dining Bloody Mary Vegetarian Dining
ONE OF THE BEST
Most Friendly Staff Kid’s Menu• Burger • Fine Dining
THE MOST AWARDED RESTAURANT IN MCHENRY COUNTY
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Rock Solid Builders
Builders
for the 7th year in a row DECKS • PERGOLAS • GAZEBOS • SCREEN ROOMS
Rock Solid Builders, Inc. McHenry • Phone 815-363-7133 • Fax 815-363-9956
www.RockSolidBuildersInc.com “Largest Trex Builder in McHenry County” SM-CL0419006
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Lakeside Arts Park At The Dole
Thank you for voting! One of the BEST Art Galleries
thank you for voting us the
BEST Festival
IN MCHENRY COUNTY!
Dole & Sage Galleries L A K E S I D E A R T S PA R K AT THE DOLE
Lakeside Legacy Foundation, a 501(c)3 charitable organization.
Lakeside Festival
LakesideArtsPark.org 401 Country Club Road, Crystal Lake, IL 60014 | 815.455.8000
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CRYSTAL LAKE | 815-459-8888 | S. BARRINGTON | 847-844-1988
Thank You
From our Family to Yours for voting us One of the Best Flooring Stores! 2104 S. Eastwood Dr. (Rt. 47) • Woodstock, IL 815-334-5985 SM-CL0411405
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Accountant
Insurance Agent
The Best
The Best
AJE Associates, PC
Cris Bimbi, State Farm Insurance
One of the Best
One of the Best
Glanz and Associates John Huff, CPA
Linda Wagner, Allstate Mike Lindsey, American Family Insurance
Attorney
Printing and Signage
The Best
The Law Offices of Loizzo & Loizzo
The Best
Minuteman Press One of the Best
Fast Signs Signs By Fry
Financial advisor
Real Estate Company
The Best
The Best
Edward Jones
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One of the Best
The Waggoner Law Firm, P.C. Roth Melei Attorneys at Law
One of the Best
Brad Buffington Weyers McKeever Financial Partners Dorian Gray Retirement Planning
One of the Best
Decker Realty Group RE/MAX Plaza
VOTED THE BEST SUB/SANDWICH SHOP & DELI IN McHENRY COUNTY
Funeral Service The Best
Davenport Family Funeral Homes and Crematory
Sandwiches of Epic Proportions
One of the Best
Justen Funeral Homes Colonial Funeral Home & Creamatory
Thank You for Voting Helping Paws BEST Animal Shelter/Rescue “Our dedicated staff and volunteers strive to go above and beyond for our four-legged friends.”
Your Love & Support Means Everything To Us!
Fox Valley
Helping Paws
Subs • Paninis Hot Dogs • Wraps Sides & Desserts
Animal Welfare Association Serving McHenry County for 48 Years!
2500 Harding Ln., Woodstock, IL
Phone: (815) 338-4400
www.helpingpaws.net
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Monday-Thursday 11-9 Fri and Sat 11-10 and Sunday 11-8
815-271-5649 • www.epicdeli.com SM-CL0419013
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Our best work begins with great customers. astonishing living environments from suran built At SURAN BUILT we understand that award winning design and craftsmanship begins with great clients. From the first handshake to finished construction, our helpful staff and skilled tradesmen know that great renovations are more than a construction project. Commitment, integrity and attention to detail fuel our ability to create breath-taking living environments that are a reflection of your personality and lifestyle. If you are thinking about a home
renovation project we encourage you to schedule a FREE consultation to discuss your remodeling ideas and options. Of course, every home and project is uniquely different. We pride ourselves on our problem solving process that will help transform your dreams into a living reality. To secure your spot in our project calendar, visit our Crystal Lake showroom or call SURAN BUILT at 815-444-1293 to schedule an appointment.
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Bakery
Grocery Store Deli
The Best
The Best
Riverside Bake Shop
Joseph’s Marketplace
One of the Best
One of the Best
Locally-owned Grocery Store The Best
Wine Shop The Best
Garfield’s Beverage Warehouse
Joseph’s Marketplace Konrad’s Bakery Swiss Maid Bakery
Angelo’s Fresh Market Fresh Thyme
Butcher
Liquor Store
The Best
One of the Best One of the Best
Angelo’s Fresh Market Van’s Super Market
Binny’s Beverage Depot Tapas Calpé/ Orchard Prime Meats
The Best
Kalck’s Butcher Shop
Garfield’s Beverage Warehouse
One of the Best
One of the Best
Butcher on the Block Orchard Prime Meats
Binny’s Beverage Depot Armanetti Beverage Marts
Chocolate, Candy
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The Best
Mellie’s Chocolate & Co. One of the Best
Riverside Chocolate Factory Ethereal Confections Morkes Chocolates
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Bloomingdale Bl i dl 94 Stratford Dr. (630) 671-9090
1001 W. 75th St. (630) 910-9700
2601 Navy Blvd. (847) 832-9000
Open for Lunch & Dinner
Open for Lunch & Dinner
Open for Lunch & Dinner
Open for Dinner Only
5016 Northwest Hwy. (815) 459-4800
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9525 Skokie Blvd. (847) 673-9700
12860 Del Webb Blvd. (847) 515-7675
Open for Lunch & Dinner
Open for Lunch & Dinner
Open for Lunch & Dinner
www.jamesons-charhouse.com
Thank you McHenry County for Voting Us “One of the Best ” Orthodontists! Stop in for your FREE Consultation today to see why we were chosen “One of the Best .”
521 Devonshire Lane Crystal Lake, IL 60014
(815) 459-3434
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Thank You
Office Hours By Appointment
• Medicine • Surgery • Acupuncture • Laser Therapy
Thank You For Voting Us One Of The Best Veterinary Clinics In McHenry County
For recognizing Cris Bimbi, State Farm Insurance as “THE BEST” Insurance Agent.
920 Main Street 9202 Richmond, IL 60071 Richmo Phone: (815) 678-4700 (8 Fax: (815) 678-7202 (8
Cris Bimbi
3425 W. Elm Street McHenry, IL 60050
815-344-6444
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Physical Therapy + Running Academy Thank You To Our Patients And Clients For Voting Us As Best Of The Fox
WE VALUE OUR ONEONONE TIME WITH YOU. Concierge Physical Therapy Running Technique Training Return-to-Play Services
Crystal Lake, IL SM-CL0429313
Injury Prevention Training Concussion Testing & Rehabilitation Headache & Dizziness Management
815.893.9075
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Bridal Shop
Florist
The Best
The Best
Twisted Stem
Twisted Stem
One of the Best
One of the Best
Kathryn’s Bridal Creatively Yours Wedding & Event Planning
Countryside Flower Shop, Nursery and Garden Center Locker’s Flowers Greenhouse & Gifts
Clothing Boutique (ladies) The Best
Wear Did U Get That
Gift Shop The Best
Out of the Box One of the Best
The Clothes Gallery Shay for You and Your Home
One of the Best
Thank you McHenry CCounty t ffor voting ti us:
Taste of Benedict’s Elated Boutique
Many thanks to all of our wonderful customers who made us one of the best specialty retail stores in McHenry County! We couldn't do this without our customers, and we've seriously got the best!!!
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If you're 'r a novice vi cook, k, or a gourmett chef, Kitchen Outfitters has what you need to whip up a feast!
64B N Williams St., Downtown Crystal Lake • 779.220.4653 • KitchenOutfittersCrystalLake.com
Thank You for Voting Us
The Best Fitness Studio
We appreciate your confidence with our services. Thanks for voting for us since 2011!
1307 Court Street 815 385-8190
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WE’RE CLOSING IN ON 60 YEARS All thanks to you — our loyal customers!
We are honored to be your Best of the Fox Choice!
847.309.8233
4709 E. Crystal Lake Ave. Crystal Lake, IL. 60014 www.Yweightandtri.com
847-741-5521 • www.gs-sybaquay.org
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One of the Best Massage Therapy Center!
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Jewelry Store
Shoe Store
Vapor Bar/Sales
Wedding Cake
The Best
The Best
The Best
The Best
Dalzell Jewelers
Heisler’s Bootery
Vapor Hut
Konrad’s Bakery
One of the Best
One of the Best
One of the Best
One of the Best
Nelson’s Jewelry Steffan’s Jewelers
The Running Depot Achieve Footwear
Vapor Effect Haze Vapor
Music Store
Specialty Item Shop
Vintage Clothing and Furniture
Kiera Confections Cupcake Bakery Riverside Bake Shop
The Best
The Best
Player’s Bench Music
The Olive Tap
The Best
Your Best Friend’s Closet One of the Best
One of the Best
Pearl Street Music Siren Records
Kitchen Outfitters Material Girl
Resale Shop
Store for Kids
The Best
The Best
Kiddy Korner Children’s Store
Marvin’s Toy Store
One of the Best
One of the Best
On Angels’ Wings Too Cute Consignment
Kiddy Korner Children’s Store Too Cute Consignment
Come see why our office was voted THE BEST!
New Patients
Mention this ad and receive An Electric Toothbrush. after completion of an adult comprehensive exam, necessary x-rays and recommended cleaning. Call Today! 847-516-1100, visit our website at carydentalassociates.com and like us on Facebook. ca Cary Dental Associates, serving the Cary and Crystal Lake area for over 27 years.
One of the Best
A New Interiors Anew Carriage House Antiques and “Good Stuff”
Tap, Taste, & Enjoy...
Freshly Pressed 100% Extra Virgin Olive Oils & Flavored Olive Oils Aged Balsamic Vinegars from Modena, Italy Gourmet Sauces, Spices & More! Over 40 Oils and Balsamic to choose from Gifts for any occasion, including personalized labeling for your next event
Thank you for voting us The Best Specialty Shop!
Salami from Napa Valley, Local Cheeses also nice selections of Wine
McHenry County’s Premier Gourmet Olive Oil & Balsamic Vinegar Tasting Emporium
68 N Williams St Crystal Lake IL 60014 815-459-6457 www.theolivetap.com
for Voting us the Best Home Remodeler!
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6101 Factory Rd, Crystal Lake, IL 60014 (815) 444-6500 TrueHomeExteriors.net
WE LOVE OUR CUSTOMER S!
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Bike Shop The Best
The Bike Haven One of the Best
Epic Cycle and Fitness Lucky Brake Bicycles
Bowling The Best
Raymond’s Bowl & Entertainment Center One of the Best
Crystal Bowl Metro Bowl
Dance Studio- instruction The Best
Summers Academy of Dance One of the Best
Judith Svalander School of Ballet Center Stage Dance Academy National Award Winning Ribs in McHenry County and Awarded Best Ribs for 2016 & 2017 Chicago Ribfest! Thanks for voting us One Of The Best Ribs in McHenry County! Let Us Cat Cater Y Your Ne Next xt E Event nt
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125 E. Calhoun St. Woodstock, IL 60098 815-338-3477 bbqkingsmokehouse.com
64 A North Williams St. Downtown Crystal Lake, IL 779-202-4179
Safety • Recreation • Protection
Thanks for voting us "One Of The Best Shooting Ranges" 3075 West Elm Street, Mc Henry, IL 60050
www.secondamendsports.com | info@secondamendsports.com | 815-385-5522
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Let the professionals at Strait Renovations, Inc. guide you in planning your residential or commercial project.
Imaginative renovations that enable senior citizens to stay in their homes safely and comfortably.
Beautiful renovations to your business to increase sales and customer confidence. Business or residential renovations can be costly and disruptive. Strait Renovations, Inc. will manage your project so that it is done efficiently, with little interference to day to day activities and while staying on budget!
| 935 S Eastwood Dr., Woodstock, Il 60098 | P: (815) 679-6509 | F: (815) 679-6518 | E-mail service@straitrenovations.com | SM-CL0419065
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Our specialties include:
Kitchen and bath remodels, featuring incredible tile accents done by true craftsmen. Custom room, office, basement and deck remodels.
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Renovations constitute a major investment in your property.
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Golf Course
Martial Arts
Shooting Range
The Best
The Best
The Best
Turnberry Country Club
Lee’s Martial Arts Academy
OnTarget Range & Tactical Training Center
One of the Best
One of the Best
Cary Country Club Bull Valley Golf Club
Tactical Mixed Martial Arts Z’s Martial Arts
Gymnastics/Cheer
Park/Outdoor
The Best
The Best
Cary Gymnastics Center
Veteran Acres Park
One of the Best
One of the Best
Fire House Gym Crystal Lake Gymnastics Training Center
Emerson Park Moraine Hills State Park
Hike
Running Trail /Path The Best
The Best
Morraine Hills State Park
Moraine Hills State Park One of the Best One of the Best
Veteran Acres Park Glacial Park
Veteran Acres Park Prairie Trail
One of the Best
Second Amendment Sports T.A.Z. Archery
Swim Lessons The Best
Sage YMCA One of the Best
Centegra Health Bridge Fitness Center Life Time Fitness
Video Gaming The Best
The Spot Tavern Of Marengo One of the Best
Lucky Lulu’s The Breakers
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Voted 2017 Best
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Fox Valley Animal Hospital, Ltd. Your Pet’s Personal Physicians
Dr. Jerrold Michaels RETIRED
Andrea Kunzer Veterinary Technician
Janet (Jan) Baldacci Veterinary Assistant
Dr. Jeff Chemelewski Sr. Veterinarian
Dawn Niziolek Certified Veterinary Assistant
Dr. Chris Sherden Veterinarian
Laura Lamb Certified Veterinary Technician
Dr. Leah Litchfield Veterinarian
Samantha Gorski Certified Veterinary Technician
Dr. Jennifer Boonstra Veterinarian
Alissa Kaspari Veterinary Assistant/ Office Manager
Dr. Kathryn Golden Veterinarian
Carissa Sherden Veterinary Assistant
Pam Witt Practice Manager
Mary Schneider Veterinary Assistant
Jane Blanken Veterinary Assistant
John Drury Hospital Spt.
Thank You for voting us the Best Veterinarian in McHenry County! 6115 Northwest Highway • Crystal Lake, IL 60014 • 815.459.0317
Across the street from Wendy’s on Rt. 14
Hours: Daily 8:30-12, 1:30-6, Saturday 8:30-2
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Lloyd’s Paint ‘n Paper
Voted Best of the Fox… Again!
The only name you need to know for interior & exterior decorating! We’ve got the professional staff to assist you!
Thank YOU for trusting us with your pool & hot tub needs.
Serving McHenry County for 57 Years!
Pictured (from left) Vickie Peter, Sherry Staudt, Bernadette Gould and Al Could, of the Crystal Lake Lloyd’s Paint & Paper showroom.
• Paints & Stains • Wallpaper • Window Treatments • Fabrics
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Our Customers deserve to be treated above the rest - it’s because of you that we’ve been voted “The Best”.
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for Voting Us One of the Best Banquet Facilities
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66 N. Williams Street in Crystal Lake
815-455-7500
815- 477-1002
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Thank You McHenry County for voting us #1 for the last 7 years!
Jack & Lisa Davenport and staff at Davenport Family Funeral Home are thankful for being honored as the “Best Funeral Home” in McHenry County.
Serving families as we would want ours served.
2017
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one of the BEST
Ladies Clothing Boutique
419 E. Terra Cotta Ave. Crystal Lake
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Chef Debi Stuckwish Personal Chef Heart Warming Meals
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Thank you for Voting us The Best Local Craft Brewery!
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Paul Hyland salon & day spa Hey McHenry County... we appreciate YOU!
Thank you for voting us One of the Best Chinese Restaurants in McHenry County!
Thank you for your votes and support: Voted Best: • Day Spa • Nail Salon • Massage Therapy • Employer (Under 50)
Voted one of the Best:
Two Locations: 6100 Northwest Hwy. Crystal Lake, IL 60014 at Rt. 14 & Main St.
270 N. Randall Road Lake in the Hills, IL 60156 In front of Lowes
• Hair Salon • Cosmetics/Skin care • Most Friendly Staff
(815) 356-8899
(847) 458-8000
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318 Memorial Drive, Crystal Lake
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Thank you for voting us
BEST FISH FRY
in McHenry County Congratulations to
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PATTY HUHN Voted Best Bartender
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We ARe Best of the Fox! Centegra Health Bridge Fitness Center VOTED Best of the Fox See for yourself why Centegra Health Bridge Fitness Center was voted McHenry County’s 2017 “Best of the Fox” for:
Best Health Club One of The Best Swim Lessons More Than a Health Club With locations in Crystal Lake and Huntley, Centegra Health Bridge Fitness Center keeps your mind and body healthy through our medically based programs and overall approach to wellness.
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Become a Member: Visit healthbridgefitness.com or call 815-444-2900 for more information. * Not valid with any other offer. Promotion ends 6/30/17. One gift per family. See membership for details.