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R E A D E RS ’ P O L L
BEST OF
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AND THE WINNERS ARE... LOOK INSIDE TO SEE THE RESULTS OF OUR READERS’ POLL
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BEST OF BEST OF - BEST SWIMMING POOL CONTRACTOR - BEST POOL/SPA STORE
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651 West St., Southington CT • 860-628-6669 • www.BrennanPools.com
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Restaurants................................................................................3-8
Food............................................................................8-12 Automotive.....................................................................12 Wedding.........................................................................12 Health and Beauty..........................................................12 Professional Services.................................................14-20 Retailers....................................................................20-23 Entertainment...........................................................23, 24 Travel..............................................................................24 Berlin/Kensington..........................................................25 Farmington.....................................................................25 Newington......................................................................25 Plainville...................................................................25, 26 Rocky Hill......................................................................26 Southington....................................................................26 Wethersfield...................................................................27
New Britain is the home to many outstanding businesses, from LL restaurants and auto S’ P O R E D R EA F shops, to bars and O T S BE museums and more. Each year, the New Britain Herald readers vote to determine their favorites. This year’s choices are featured in the pages that follow. We encourage you to continue to support these fine businesses. We also look forward to your participation in next year’s voting to highlight your favorites as well.
2018
Thanks to all our loyal customers for again making us your favorite Chinese restaurant.
Over 160 Different
Plan Your Nex t
Tequilas!
FIESTA!
GREAT TASTE 597 West Main Street, New Britain 860-827-8988 www.greattaste.com
83075
CHINESE RESTAURANT
READERS’ POLL
Since 1988
BEST OF
2018
Thanks for voting us
054807
2385 BERLIN TURNPIKE, NEWINGTON 83852
192 Main St., Southington (860) 276-0798 henhousebbq.com
73339
Open Tuesday - Sunday 10 A.M. until 9 P.M. *CLOSED MONDAYS*
VOTED BEST Mexican Restaurant
68568
BEST BBQ
(860)667-8080
Sun-Thurs 11-10:30pm Fri & Sat 11-11pm
Avon • Danbury • Middletown • Newington • Orange • Southington
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BEST AMERICAN CONTINENTAL Marathon Pizza 850 W Main St., New Britain 860-224-4655 m.facebook.com/MarathonPizza-121038794574228/
BEST THAI Mae Kong Thai Restaurant 26 Main St, New Britain 860-505-0791 www.maekongthairestaurant.com
Best Overall Restaurant — East Side Restaurant
BEST JAPANESE Yummy Sushi 275 New Britain Ave., Plainville 860-793-8899 yummy-sushi-plainville.business. site
BEST CHINESE Great Taste Chinese Restaurant 597 W Main St., New Britain 860-827-8988 www.greattaste.com/ BEST ITALIAN Portofino’s 246 New Britain Road, Kensington, CT 860-826-6374 www.portofinosrestaurantct.com/
BEST LATIN Criollisimo 340 Arch St., New Britain 860-801-6259 www.criollisimo.us
BEST BBQ Hen House Bar-B-Q 192 Main St., Southington 860-276-0798 www.henhousebbq.com
BEST POLISH Staropolska 4035, 252 Broad St., New Britain 860-612-1711 www.staropolska.net
BEST MEXICAN Puerto Vallarta 2385 Berlin Turnpike, Newington 860-667-8080
BEST GREEK Oasis 782 Pine St., Bristol 860-585-9393 www.oasisbristol.com
Wesley Bunnell | Staff
East Side Restaurant co-owner Nicholas Augustino holds two orders or English Style Fish & Chips which will be on the menu at The Clam Box which is the newest addition to the restaurant.
PORTOFINO’S
PORTOFINO’S
Five Course Meal Stuffed Mushrooms mushroom caps stuffed with seafood stuffing
APPETIZERS
Zuppa d’ Mussels
Wine & Dine
Fried Mozzarella
mussels sauteed in a fresh tomato sauce or white wine sauce
fried mozzarella topped with marinara sauce
DINNER CHOICES Chicken Cacciatore boneless breast of chicken sautéed with mushrooms, onions, green peppers and oregano in a light marinara sauce:
Chicken Napoli
lightly breaded veal, chicken or eggplant topped with marinara sauce and mozzarella cheese
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20
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crab meat stuffing
Chardonnay - Merlot - Pinot Noir
Penne a la Vodka
penne with asparagus, sundried tomatoes in a vodka blush sauce
Penne Aglio Olio Penne Marinara penne in a marinara sauce
Estrella, California
Cabernet Sauvignon - White Zinfandel
DINNER CHOICES Chicken Cacciatore
Eggplant Lasagna
boneless breast of chicken sautéed with mushrooms, onions, green peppers and oregano in a light marinara sauce:
onday
,M 18 SuTundesayda&y Only
PASTA COURSE
penne with garlic and oil
Stuffed Sole
boneless chicken breast sautéed with sausage and mushrooms in a brown cognac sauce
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Montpellier, California
veal meatballs sautéed with scallions, roasted peppers, grape tomato with a marsala cream sauce
eggplant layered with spinach, ricotta and mozzarella cheese, baked in a casserole
Veal, Chicken or Eggplant Parmigiana
WINE CHOICES
Veal Meatballs
Eggplant Lasagna
eggplant layered with spinach, ricotta and mozzarella cheese, baked in a casserole
Veal, Chicken or Eggplant Parmigiana
SOUP OR SALAD
Cup of Soup of the Day or Garden Salad with House Dressing
DESSERT Ask your server for our selections $10 Plate Charge for Sharing
This offer can not be combined with any other offer. Thoroughly cooking meats, poultry seafood, shellfish or eggs reduces the risk of food borne illness
Italian Restaurant
lightly breaded veal, chicken or eggplant topped with marinara sauce and mozzarella cheese
$
S’ PO
2018
Veal Meatballs
veal meatballs sautéed with scallions, roasted peppers, grape tomato with a marsala cream sauce
Chicken Napoli
boneless chicken breast sautéed with sausage and mushrooms in a brown cognac sauce
$ single 4W9ed9ne9 sdfoayr 2& Th| ur3sd0 ay Only
READER
BEST OLL F
Stuffed Sole crab meat stuffing
SOUP OR SALAD DESSERTS & COFFEE Ask your server for our selections
This offer can not be combined with any other offer. Thoroughly cooking meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish or eggs reduces the risk of food borne illness
246 New Britain Rd. • Kensington, CT 06037
860-826-6373
www.portofinosrestaurantct.com
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Restaurants
Best Deli — Veggie World
BEST LUNCH SPOT Capitol Lunch 510 Main St., New Britain 860-229-8237 www.capitollunch.com
BEST GOLF COURSE RESTAURANT Back 9 Tavern 150 Savage St., Plantsville 860-621-6383 www.backnine-tavern.com
BEST PUB FOOD The Groggy Frogg 129 Center St., Southington 860-378-0043 www.thegroggyfrogg.com
BEST SEAFOOD Close Harbour 959 Meriden-Waterbury Turnpike, Plantsville 860-621-7334 www.closeharbourseafood.com
BEST BUFFET Gobi Mongolian Grill 855 Queen St., Southington 860-426-1233 www.gobimongoliangrill.com
BEST BREAKFAST SPOT CJ’s Restaurant 70 South St., New Britain 860-223-4115
BEST SPORTS BAR Sliders Grill & Bar 88 New Britain Avenue, Plainville 860-747-4477 www.slidersgrillbar.com
BEST FAMILY CJ’s Restaurant 70 South St., New Britain 860-223-4115 BEST STEAKHOUSE Outback 3210 Berlin Turnpike, Newington 860-666-0002 www.outback.com/locations/ct/ newington
Wesely Bunnell | Staff
Owner Hilmi Sevimli looks over the produce at Veggie World.
SPECIAL:
READERS’ POLL
BEST OF
2018 Voted Best Seafood & Best Fish Market
BEST DINER New Britain Diner 1130 Corbin Ave, New Britain 860-827-1215 www.newbritaindiner.com
$2.00 BEER
OF THE MONTH!
Gift Certificates CATERING “Heat & Serve”
Close Harbour Seafood SEAFOOD MARKET & RESTAURANT
Create Unique Dishes With Fresh Ingredients & A Variety Of Sauces Watch Our Chefs Turn Your Dishes Into Delicious Meals On The Grill!
Enjoy Healthy Salads & Desserts
Menu & Recipe Ideas!
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2018
HAPPY HOUR
Monday-Thursday HALF PRICE Beer and Wine 4:30-6:00pm
959 Meriden-Waterbury Tpke, Plantsville • 860-621-7334 closeharbourseafood.com
Dinner Special
The families of Andy & Bill and the entire staff of Oasis would like to thank the community for voting us
MONDAY & TUESDAY NIGHTS
14.00
$
855 Queen Street Southington, CT 06489
Since 1990
860-620-0888
LUNCH: Mon-Thurs 11am-3pm • Fri & Sat 11am-4:30pm Closed 3pm-4:30pm Mon-Thurs DINNER: Mon-Thurs 4:30pm-10pm • Fri & Sat 4:30pm-11pm Sunday 11:30am-10pm
10% Off
10% Off Entire Check
Purchase of $35 or more
GOBI MONGOLIAN GRILL
GOBI MONGOLIAN GRILL
GOBI MONGOLIAN GRILL
Entire Check
74057
BEST GREEK RESTAURANT
14.00
$
www.GobiMongolianGrill.com
RESTAURANT
782 Pine St., Bristol 860-585-9393 www.oasisbristol.com
SUNDAY ALL DAY DINNER SPECIAL
$
500 Off
855 Queen Street, Southington
855 Queen Street, Southington
855 Queen Street, Southington
Not valid with Groupon or other offers. One per table. Expires 7-31-18 N
Not valid with Groupon or other offers. One per table. Expires 7-31-18 N
Not valid with Groupon or other offers. One per table. Expires 7-31-18 N
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r a B n o t g n i Best South Food Best Pub Entertainment 7 Days a week It’s Ribbit-ing!
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BEST OF BEST OF B
EVERY MON. 7-10
Award Winning Wings 7 Years Running 72 FlavorS PLUS
BESTTHINGSCT.COM/WINGS
Congratulations for winning the best another year
In honor of Michael J. Montana,
Monday: Acoustic Karaoke w/ Jon Hollywood Turn Table: Tuesday Wednesday: Trivia Night and Karaoke Thurs., Fri. & Sun.: Night Karaoke Sat. Night: Live Bands
129 Center St.• Downtown Southington
860.378.0043
www.thegroggyfrogg.com
Find us on
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Best Salads — Angelo’s Market
THANKS FOR CHOOSING US AS “BEST” READERS’ POLL
BEST OF
2016
Choose from a wide selection of fresh produce as well as unique specialty items.
FRESH VEGETABLES • FRUITS • CHEESES • SPECIALTY FOODS • CANDY • DAIRY ITEMS
Deliveries made daily
83643
166 BROAD ST. NEW BRITAIN 860-223-0592 Back home where we belong!
Wholesale & Retail
Thank You for Choosing Us Best Breakfast & Family Restaurant in New Britain! Breakfas me t Your ho home! a n d L u m nch ro away f Wesely Bunnell | Staff
Owner Joe Tropea stands with the many kinds of pasta stocked at Angelo’s Market.
70 South St., New Britain • 860-223-4115 M-F 6am-2pm; Sat. 6am-1pm; Sun. 7am-1pm
Thank You to our customers!
83908
BEST SALAD 2018 BEST CATERER 2018
• BREAKFAST SANDWICHES • SANDWICHES & GRINDERS • PIZZA BY THE SLICE • PIZZAS, PIES & STUFFED BREADS ALL ON OUR OWN FRESH BAKED BREADS! • SALADS • ANTIPASTO • HOT SOUPS
CATERING • DELI • IMPORTED FOOD PRODUCTS • PASTRIES • OUR OWN BAKED SPECIALTY BREADS • HEAT & eAT PREPARED FOODS • WE COME TO YOU OR YOU CAN PICK UP
Proudly serving Great Italian food in New Britain for over 60 years!
49 W. Main St., New Britain
MARKET
860.223.7340 angelosmarket.com
F I N E I TA L I A N D E L I & C AT E R I N G
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Ticki Tocki Ticki Tocki
Hoy! Hoy! Hoy!
Here’s a BIG BEER to you for making us your favorite BEST OF 2018 restaurant. READERS’ POLL
STOP IN AND CHECK OUT THE NEW
East Side’s Clam Box ON THE UPSTAIRS DECK!
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East Side F German
oods & Beers
TO GO OR DELIVERED, GET IT YOUR WAY!
83074
Dwight Street, New Britain 860-223-1188 • EastSideRestaurant.com
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Restaurants
Best Bagels — Fancy Bagels
BEST FISH MARKET Close Harbour 959 Meriden-Waterbury Turnpike, Plantsville 860-621-7334 www.closeharbourseafood.com
OVERALL BEST East Side Restaurant 131 Dwight St, New Britain 860-223-1188 www.eastsiderestaurant.com
BEST DESSERT Kasia’s Bakery 88 Broad St., New Britain 860-224-8821
Food BEST BAKERY Roly Poly Bakery 587 Main St., New Britain 860-229-5109
BEST LOCAL BURGER Smashburger 842 Queen St., Southington 860-426-9100 www.locations.smashburger.com/ us/ct/southington/842-queen-st. html
BEST BRUNCH Belvedere Cafe and Restaurant 82 Broad St., New Britain 860-826-1155 www.belvederenewbritain.com
BEST LOCAL HOT DOGS Capitol Lunch 510 Main St., New Britain 860-229-8237 www.capitollunch.com
BEST DELI Veggie World 749 New Britain Ave., Newington 860-665-8288
Wesley Bunnell | Staff
Stacia Velez, Katie Girouard, Sarah Carr, George Velez and owner Salvatore Belcaro of Fancy Bagels.
BEST WINGS J. Timothy’s Taverne 143 New Britain Ave., Plainville 860-747-6813 www.jtimothys.com
BEST GRINDER Veggie World 749 New Britain Ave., Newington 860-665-8288
83648
337 Willard Ave., Newington
of CT
1379 Farmington Ave.
Thank You for voting us BEST Kid’s Menu
Thank You!
BRISTOL
to our customers for voting us
Best Drive-In & Best Shake
CALL AHEAD & YOUR ORDER WILL BE READY WHEN YOU GET HERE!
860-667-3700
LIKE US ON FACEBOOK FOR POSTS OF SPECIALS & SOUPS OF THE DAY!
Traditions start here!
79 SHUTTLE MEADOW AVE., NEW BRITAIN Ph: 860-357-2169 / 860-357-2974 Fax: 860-505-7806 See our complete menu at MaxPizza2.com
ANY EX. LG. CHEESE PIZZA OR ANY MED/SM PIZZA
2.00 OFF
$
ANY 1 OR MORE ITEMS EXTRA LARGE PIZZA
VOTED BEST PIZZA
SPECIAL THANK YOU OFFER:
50¢ OFF ANY SMALL GRINDER 75¢ OFF ANY LARGE GRINDER
BEAT THE SUMMER HEAT WITH A FREE MED. SONIC SLUSH! 74064 73228
1.00 OFF
$
74068
Hours: Sunday - Thursday 11:00 -10:00 Friday and Saturday 11:00 -11:00
of CT
*RESTRICTIONS APPLY. Limit one with coupon. One coupon per visit per day. Please mention coupon when ordering. Not good in conjunction with any other offers. OFFER GOOD AT BRISTOL, CT STORE ONLY. HURRY! OFFER VALID THROUGH 08/31/18. No Cash Value. Copies, sale, or internet distribution or auction prohibited.
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Best New Car Dealership — Schaller Auto World
THANK YOU! FOR VOTING US • BEST DELI • BEST GRINDER • BEST LOCAL PRODUCE
83580
30
KINDS OF GRINDERS
Twin Cit y Plaza: 749 New Britain Ave., Newington
860-665-8288
PH:
Schaller Auto of New Britain.
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EBT CARD
OPEN 7 DAYS: M-F 7am-7pm; Sat. 7am-6pm; Sun. 7am-4pm DELI CLOSES 1/2 HR. BEFORE STORE CLOSES
Thanks to you, we’re the #1 pizza in town! Traditions start here!
Italian Specialties | Gifford’s Ice Cream | Full Catering
79 SHUTTLE MEADOW AVE., NEW BRITAIN Ph: 860-357-2169 / 860-357-2974 Fax: 860-505-7806 See our complete menu at MaxPizza2.com
83076
860-665-1458
FAX:
Hours: Sunday - Thursday 11:00 -10:00 Friday and Saturday 11:00 -11:00
We accept Food Stamp Benefits
9.99
$
Large Cheese Pizza Expires 9/15/18. Not good with other offers.
79 SHUTTLE MEADOW AVE., NEW BRITAIN Ph: 860-357-2169 / 860-357-2974 Fax: 860-505-7806 See our complete menu at MaxPizza2.com
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Food BEST FRENCH FRIES Sahadi’s Hotties 563 W. Main St., New Britain 860-348-0050 BEST SALADS Angelo’s Market 349 W. Main St, New Britain 860-223-7340 www.angelosmarket.com BEST FARM STAND The Farm Store 166 Broad St. # 1, New Britain 860-223-0592 www.thefarmstorect.com BEST CATERER Angelo’s Market 349 W. Main St., New Britain 860-223-7340 www.angelosmarket.com
BEST ICE CREAM Frisbie’s Dairy Barn 951 Farmington Ave., New
Britain 860-357-2520 www.frisbiesdairybarn.com BEST LOCAL PRODUCE Veggie World 749 New Britain Ave., Newington 860-665-8288
Best Used Car Dealership — Ceglarz Automotive
BEST PIZZA Max Pizza 108 Stafford Ave., Bristol 860-584-2758 m.facebook.com/Max-pizzarestaurant-1481074092164089 BEST DRIVE-IN Sonic 1379 Farmington Ave., Bristol 860-583-0097 www.locations.sonicdrivein.com/ ct/bristol/1379-farmingtonavenue.html BEST TAKE-OUT Hunan Wok 747 New Britain Ave., Newington 860-666-7133 www.hunanwoknewington.com Chris Podkowiak, Peter Ceglarz, Joseph Reyes and Tom Brown.
Used Car Sales & Car Finder Services R EA D E
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L S’ P O L
F O T S BE
2018
THANK YOU FOR VOTING US: Best Health Club Best Place for Yoga Best Kids Activity Best Martial Arts Best Non-Profit Organization LEARN MORE AT SCCYMCA.ORG CHESHIRE YMCA SOUTHINGTON YMCA 967 South Main Street 29 High Street Southington, CT 06489 Cheshire, CT 06410 203-272-4018 860-628-5597
YMCA CAMP SLOPER 1000 East Street Southington, CT 06489 860-621-8194
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M OTO R R E PA I R A N D S A L E S Specializing and providing top service on Import, European and Domestic Vehicles
581 WEST MAIN ST., NEW BRITAIN 860-224-3532
Ph.: Fax: 860-827-1214
THANKS AGAIN FOR VOTING US AS “THE BEST”
READERS’ POLL
BEST OF
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• Vehicle Restoration • Performance Upgrades • Commercial Fleet Vehicle Servicing • Certified Emission Repair
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BEST COFFEE Fancy Bagels 353 Scott Swamp Road # 3, Farmington 860-674-8494 www.fancybagel.com
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201
3
195
Thank You 7
~ 1st PLACE WINNER~
Again, For Voting Us the
BEST NEW AUTO DEALER
MITSUBISHI
25 VETERANS DR., NEW BRITAIN, CT
HONDA 1 VETERANS DR., NEW BRITAIN, CT
SALES • SERVICE • PARTS • LEASING • ALLSTATE AGENCY ON SITE
83581
• 860-826-2023
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Food
Best Senior Care Facility — From the Heart Home Care
BEST KID’S MENU Chef ’s Dog House 337 Willard Ave., Newington 860-667-3700 www.chefsdoghouse.com/index. php BEST SHAKE Sonic 1379 Farmington Ave., Bristol 860-583-0097 www.locations.sonicdrivein. com/ct/bristol/1379-farmington-avenue.html BEST BAGELS Fancy Bagels 353 Scott Swamp Road # 3, Farmington 860-674-8494 www.fancybagel.com
Automotive
Client Relations Slavek Bulavko, Owner Eva Puzio and Director of Compliance Anna Laguna.
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THANK YOU FOR VOTING US BEST
From The Heart Home Care LLC
BEST CAR WASH Diamond Brite Car Care 920 W. Main St., New Britain 860-225-5389 www.diamondbritecarwash.com BEST PLACE TO BUY TIRES Ceglarz Motor Repair & Sales 3917, 581 W. Main St., New Britain 860-224-3532 www.ceglarzmotors.com BEST AUTO PARTS Ceglarz Motor Repair & Sales 3917, 581 W. Main St., New Britain 860-224-3532 www.ceglarzmotors.com
Bilingual caregivers speak Polish, Spanish, Italian, Ukrainian, Russian & more!
83614
Accepting Title 19 We are licensed, insured and bonded.
SUPERIOR HOME CARE FOR YOUR LOVED ONES! YOU CHOOSE YOUR CAREGIVER! Email:
BEST AUTO REPAIR Ceglarz Motor Repair & Sales 3917, 581 W. Main St., New Britain 860-224-3532 www.ceglarzmotors.com
Thank You For Voting Us Your #1 Oil Provider!
• SENIOR CARE FACILITY • HOME HEALTH CARE
• Companion • Homemaker • Personal Care • Special Care • ABI Service • Brain Injury • Live-Ins • Adult Family Living - Foster • Veterans Care
BEST NEW CAR DEALERSHIP Schaller Auto World 1 Veterans Drive, New Britain 860-826-2023
BEST USED CAR DEALERSHIP Ceglarz Motor Repair & Sales 3917, 581 W. Main St., New Britain 860-224-3532 www.ceglarzmotors.com
fromthehearthcllc@att.net Ph: 860-882-4623 or 860-224-0881 www.FromTheHeartHomeCare.org Toll Free 1-844-817-3517
THANK YOU to our customers & future customers for their vote and confidence in us here at Cornerstone Real Estate, LLC
REAL ESTATELLC
82044
“Trust the Experts.”
951 Farmington Ave., Berlin CT • 860-828-7877
83650
CORNERSTONE
CT Lic # 385591
19 Woodland St., New Britain 860-225-6491 www.springbrookiceandfuel.com
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BEST BRIDAL SHOP Bridal Bells 114 Mill St., Berlin 860-828-8462 www.bridalbellsboutique.com BEST PLACE TO HOLD Aqua Turf 556 Mulberry St., Plantsville 860-621-9335 wwwaquaturfclub.com BEST LIMO SERVICE Nelson Family Limousine 860-620-4881 www.nelsonfamilylimo.com BEST MEN’S FORMALWARE Modern Formals 474 N. Main St. A, Southington 860-628-4545 www.modernformals.com/Default.asp
Health and Beauty BEST HAIR SALON Twisted Scissors 1224 Farmington Ave. Ste 3, Berlin 860-357-4932
BEST DAY SPA A Moment Away Spa 61 Curtiss St., Southington 860-426-9122 www.amomentawayspa.com BEST HEARING CENTER Bristol Hearing Aids 6960, 72 Pine St., Bristol 860-506-3720 www.bristolhearingaids.com BEST EYE CARE Starling Physician Eye Center 1 Lake St., New Britain 860-826-4460 www.starlingphysicians.com/specialty/ ophthalmology-starling-eye-center BEST HEALTH FOOD STORE Trader Joe’s 1489 New Britain Ave., West Hartford 860-561-4771 www.locations.traderjoes.com/ct/westhartford/526/?utm_source=Google&utm_ medium=Maps&utm_ campaign=Google+Places
Thank you
READERS’ POLL
BEST OF
2018
for voting us
Best Day Spa
61 Curtiss St., Southington 860-426-9122
175 New Britain Ave, Plainville 860-747-9958
Mon, Tue, Wed 9-7; Th 9-8, Fr 9-6, Sat 9-4, Sun 10-2
Thank You for voting us BEST DAY CARE
6 YEARS IN A ROW!
Now Registering for Summer & Fall License #716354
271 Enterprise Dr., Bristol • 860-583-9391 • www.aplacetogrowtoo.com
Proud to bring you the best! We’re thrilled to provide our community with the services they need—and love. Thank you for proclaiming us the best: • The Hospital of Central Connecticut (Best Hospital) • Hartford HealthCare GoHealth Urgent Care (Best Urgent Care) • Jerome Home (Best Retirement Home) Visit our website, hartfordhealthcare.org, to learn how to connect to healthier.
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BEST PHYSICAL THERAPIST Focus Physical Therapy and Sports Medicine 1231 Farmington Ave., Berlin 860-829-5511 www.focus-physicaltherapy.com
BEST NAIL SALON BLISS Nail Salon 979 W Main St, New Britain 860-229-0555 blissnailsalon-newbritain.com
Focus Physical Therapy and Sports Medicine 190 Fenn Road, Newington 860-665-1177 www.focus-physicaltherapy.com
BEST HEALTH CLUB Southington Community YMCA 29 High St., Southington 860-628-5597 www.sccymca.org
BEST RETIREMENT HOME Jerome Home 975 Corbin Ave, New Britain 860-229-3707 www.jeromehome.com
BEST PLACE FOR YOGA Southington Community YMCA 29 High St., Southington 860-628-5597 www.sccymca.org
BEST HOME HEALTH CARE From The Heart Homecare 300 New Britain Road, Berlin 860-882-4623 www.fromthehearthomecare.org
BEST TANNING SALON Hot Tans 855 Queen St., Southington 860-621-4422 BEST SKILLED NURSING HOME Autumn Lake Healthcare 400 Brittany Farms Road, New Britain 860-224-3111 www.autumnlakehc.com
BEST WEIGHT LOSS CENTER Bordeaux Nutrition 66 Cedar St Suite 305, Newington 860-757-3474 www.bordeauxnutrition.com
Professional Services
www.starlingphysicians.com
BEST CHIROPRACTOR Dr. Michelle Imossi 36 Chamberlain Highway, Berlin 860-828-3435 www.smallmiracleschiropractic.com BEST REHAB FACILITY Autumn Lake Healthcare 400 Brittany Farms Road, New Britain 860-224-3111 www.autumnlakehc.com BEST LAW OFFICE Czepiga, Daly, Pope & Perri 15 Massirio Drive, Berlin 860-236-7673 www.czepigalaw.com BEST DOCTOR- GENERAL PRACTICE Dr. Neil Wasserman 300 Kensington Ave., New Britain 860-832-8150 www.starlingphysicians.com
BEST DENTIST Dr. Robert Kania 35 Pearl St. #204, New Britain 860-229-8689 www.newbritaindentalarts.com BEST REAL ESTATE OFFICE Cornerstone Real Estate 951 Farmington Ave., Berlin 860-828-7877 BEST VETERINARIAN VCA Old Canal Animal Hospital 49 E Main St., Plainville 860-747-2759 www.vcahospitals.com BEST PET GROOMER Dirty Dog 162 Mill St., Berlin 860-829-9274 www.dirtydogllc.com
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BEST DOCTOR- SPECIALIST Dr. Jeffrey J. Mihalek 300 Kensington Ave., New Britain 860-224-6215
LL
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Professional Services BEST INSURANCE AGENT Joe Plante (State Farm) 142 Queen St., Southington 860-621-0005 www.joeplante.biz/?cmpid=J15U_ BLM_0001 BEST DAY CARE A Place To Grow Too 271 Enterprise Drive, Bristol 860-583-9391 www.aplacetogrowtoollc.com BEST SENIOR CARE FACILITY From The Heart Home Care 300 New Britain Road, Berlin 860-882-4623 www.fromthehearthomecare.org BEST OIL PROVIDER Spring Brook Ice and Fuel Services 19 Woodland St., New Britain
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Best Landscaper — Stonehedge Landscaping Co.
BEST MORTGAGE COMPANY Envoy Mortgage 675 Berlin Turnpike, Berlin 860-829-9600 www.envoymortgage.com BEST LANDSCAPER Stonehedge Landscaping Co. 1616 Willard Ave., Newington 860-667-1158 www.stonehedgelandscapingco.com
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Dr. Jeffrey Mihalek OB/GYN Best Doctor in Specialty Category
Dr. Neil Wasserman Internist Best Doctor in General Practice Category
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PHYSICIANS Comprehensive medical medical Comprehensive care for routine eyeOne exams, Lake St. , Building C Alan L. Stern, M.D. the treatment of eye disease, and ocular surgery NEW BRITAIN care for routine eye Patricia A. McDonald, M.D. 860-826-4460 Edward P. Fitzpatrick, M.D. Patricia A. McDonald, MD Alan L. Stern, exams, the treatment of MD Martin C. Seremet, Corneal Surgery Cataract M.D. & Anterior Segment Surgery 641 Farmington Ave. Cataract & Anterior Segment Surgery eye disease,Laser andVision Correction Sarit M. Patel, M.D. External DiseasesBRISTOL Christopher J. Russo, EdwardM.D. P. Fitzpatrick, MD 860-585-0000 Martin C. Seremet, MD Disease & Surgery of the Retina & Vitreous ocular surgery Tracey Asmus, O.D. Cataract & Anterior Segment Surgery Glaucoma Therapy & Surgery
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Best Swimming Pool Contactor — Brennan Pools
BEST OVERHEAD DOOR COMPANY RF Wood Door 172 Lazy Lane Unit #18, Southington 860-628-2042 www.rfwooddoorco.com BEST MARTIAL ARTS Southington Community YMCA 29 High St., Southington 860-628-5597 www.sccymca.org
BEST DAY CARE Pack Tracks Country Club 1177 West St., Southington 860-863-5808 www.packtracks.net BEST DRIVING SCHOOL Basia Driving School 105 Broad St., New Britain 860-224-9906 www.driversed.com/driving-schools/connecticut/basia-driving-school.aspx
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Best Travel Agency — One Travel
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Best Jewelry Store — Polumbo’s Jewelers
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BEST OPTICAL SHOP Stepensky’s Opticians 513 S Main St., New Britain 860-223-3973 www.stepenskyopticians.com
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BEST DRY CLEANER Kensington Dry Cleaners 314 New Britain Road # B, Berlin 860-829-5226
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Saturday/Sunday, June 23/24, 2018 | B23 BEST LAUNDRY Top Kat Super Laundromat 544 Deming Road, Berlin 860-828-1726 www.tksuper.com
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BEST MUSEUM/GALLERY New Britain Museum of American Art 56 Lexington St., New Britain 860-229-0257 www.nbmaa.org
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Entertainment BEST THEATER/PLAYHOUSE Trinity-on-Main 69 Main St., New Britain 860-229-2072 www.trinityonmain.org BEST KIDS ACTIVITY Southington Community YMCA 29 High St., Southington 860-628-5597 www.sccymca.org
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BEST BAR Friends Cafe 15 N. Liberty St., Southington 860-426-1020 www.friendscafect.com BEST LIVE MUSIC Friends Cafe 15 N. Liberty St., Southington 860-426-1020 www.friendscafect.com BEST GOLF COURSE Stanley Golf Course 245 Hartford Road, New Britain 860-827-8570 www.stanleygolf.com
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BEST HAPPY HOUR Portofino’s 246 New Britain Road, Kensington 860-826-6374 www.portofinosrestaurantct.com
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Berlin/Kensington BEST RESTAURANT Portofino’s 246 New Britain Road, Kensington 860-826-6374 www.portofinosrestaurantct.com BEST BAR The Avenue 958 Farmington Ave., Berlin 860-259-5755 www.theaverestaurant.com BEST PIZZA Central Pizza 96 Mill St., Berlin 860-828-0133 www.centralpizzaberlinct.com BEST HAIR SALON Twisted Scissor 1224 Farmington Ave. Ste 3, Berlin 860-357-4932 BEST AUTO DEALER Schaller Auto World 1-55, 4005, Veterans Drive, New Britain 860-223-2230 www.schallerauto.com
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BEST BREAKFAST SPOT Josie’s Corner 166 Mill St., Berlin 860-829-5757 www.facebook.com/Josies-CornerLLC-120119291338666
Farmington BEST RESTAURANT The Galleria Farmington 2 Spring Lane, Farmington 860-404-2871 www.galleriafarmington.com BEST BAR Cugino’s 1053 Farmington Ave., Farmington 860-678-9366 www.cuginosrestaurantfarmington.com BEST PIZZA Mama Luke’s 372 Scott Swamp Road, Farmington 860-678-7231 www.mamalukesct.com BEST HAIR SALON Studio E Salon 353 Scott Swamp Road, Farmington 860-404-2445 www.facebook.com/studioesalons
BEST AUTO DEALER Crowley Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram 1461 Farmington Ave., Bristol 860-261-3000 www.crowleyauto.com
BEST PIZZA Town Line Pizza 736 New Britain Ave, Newington 860-667-1823 www.townlinepizzanewington.yolasite.com
Crowley Nissan 1451 Farmington Ave., Bristol 860-540-0555 www.crowleyauto.com
BEST HAIR SALON Hair On The Square 148 Market Square, Newington 860-666-2283 www.haironthesquare.com
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Plainville BEST RESTAURANT Pagliacci’s Restaurant 333 East St., Plainville 860-793-9241 www.pagliaccisrestaurant.com
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BEST RESTAURANT Dakota’s Steakhouse and Tavern 1489 Silas Deane Highway, Rocky Hill 860-257-7752 www.dakotarockyhill.com
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BEST BAR Wood-n-Tap 12 Town Line Road, Rocky Hill 860-571-9444 www.woodntap.com
BEST RESTAURANT Flair Restaurant and Bar 98 Main St. suite 101, Southington 860-426-9222 www.flairrestaurantandbar.com
BEST PIZZA Michel Angelo’s Pizzeria 825 Cromwell Ave., Rocky Hill 860-257-3136 www.michelangelospizzeriarockyhill.com
BEST BAR The Fire Place 44 Center St., Southington 860-620-1234 www.thefireplacect.com
BEST HAIR SALON International Hair Salon 1845 Silas Deane Highway, Rocky Hill 860-257-8353 www.internationalhairct.com
BEST PIZZA The Fire Place 44 Center St., Southington 860-620-1234 www.thefireplacect.com
BEST AUTO DEALER Silas Deane Auto Repair and Sales 1801 Silas Deane Highway, Rocky Hill 860-436-6211 www.silasdeaneauto.com
BEST HAIR SALON The Beauty Bar 31 Liberty St., Southington 860-621-1000 www.thebeautybarct.com
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