2023: Best of the Peninsula

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11TH ANNUAL

READERS’ CHOICE AWARDS

Special Issue Salutes The Peninsula’s Top People & Places PENINSULA

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2023 BEST OF THE PENINSULA Appliance Store Winner:

Davies Appliance

daviesappliance.com

Honorable Mention: Airport Home Appliance

Bakery Winner:

Mademoiselle Colette

mademoisellecolette.com

Honorable Mention: Little Sky Bakery

Barbershop Winner:

Honorable Mention: Pickled

Breakfast Restaurant Winner

Hobee’s hobees.com

Honorable Mention: Patio Coffee Shop

Brew Pub Winner:

Devil’s Canyon Brewing Company devilscanyon.com

Honorable Mention: Steins Beer Garden & Restaurant

Bushwacker Barbers

Car Wash and/or Detailing Winner:

Honorable Mention: Menlo Park Barber Shop

duckysexpress.com

bushwackerbarbershop. com

Bike Shop Winner:

Chain Reaction Bicycles chainreaction.com

Honorable Mention: The Bicycle Outfitter

Boutique Winner:

Rehreh threads & goods rehrehthreads.com

Ducky’s Car Wash

Honorable Mention: Auto Pride Hand Car Wash

Chinese Food Winner:

Chef Chu’s chefchu.com

Honorable Mention: Cheung Hing

Honorable Mention: Marsden Chiropractic Care

Able Glass and Window Company

Community College Winner:

Canada College canadacollege.edu

Honorable Mention: Foothill College

Computer Repair & Service Winner:

TecnoUNO Computer Repair tecnouno.com

Honorable Mention: ClickAway Computer, Phone and Network Repair

Cosmetic Surgery Winner:

Annie Wang Acupuncture Los Altos anniewanglac.com

Honorable Mention: Jane S. Weston, M.D.

Credit Union Winner:

Stanford Federal Credit Chiropractor Winner: Union Loucks sfcu.org Chiropractic louckschiropractic.com

BEST WINDOW COMPANY

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Able Glass and Window Company has been providing quality products and services to the San Francisco Bay Area for over 50 years. As a family-run business, they pride themselves on their work and customer service, and guarantee complete customer satisfaction. Their specialties include window replacement, custom screens and repairs, tub and shower enclosures, table tops, mirrors, and more.

Able Glass understands that using quality products, and having the best and experienced employees, means that you as the customer will be getting the best value in the industry. Eric Holder, the second generation owner of Able Glass, has been active in the business since his teenage years and values your business. Able Glass still has numerous clients that have been doing business with them since their days back when they were located in Sunnyvale on Evelyn Avenue.

It is no surprise that Able Glass has won the “Best Window Installer” and “Best Door Installer” awards for 14 years in a row, as well as being in the San Jose Mercury Newspaper’s “Hall of Fame” category. The company’s success is due in large part to their dedicated staff, some of whom have been with the company for over 30 years. As they celebrate their 54th year in business, Able Glass is excited to continue providing excellent products and services to the San Francisco Bay Area.

In conclusion, if you’re looking for a reliable and experienced window replacement company, look no further than Able Glass and Window Company. With their superior window frame systems, commitment to customer satisfaction, and experienced installers, Able Glass is the perfect choice for homeowners who want quality products and services at a fair price.

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Please call ahead by calling (408) 496-9960 Monday–Friday 8am–4pm.

850 Aldo Avenue Santa Clara, CA 95054 (408) 496-9960 sales@ableglass.com ableglass.com

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2023 BEST OF THE PENINSULA Honorable Mention: Sports Page

Honorable Mention: Hillsdale Shopping Center

Dealership Winner:

Dog/Cat Groomer Winner:

Ethnic Grocery Store Winner:

putnamlexus.com

waghotels.com

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Honorable Mention: San Mateo Credit Union

Putnam Lexus Deli Winner:

The Sandwich Spot thesandwichspot.com

Honorable Mention: Colombo’s Deli Woodside

Dive Bar Winner:

Fred’s Place fredsplace.tv

Wag Hotels Honorable Mention: Bow Wow Meow

Downtown Shopping Area Winner:

Stanford Shopping Center

simon.com/mall/ stanford-shopping-center

99 Ranch Market

Honorable Mention: California Avenue Farmers’ Market

Fitness Club Winner:

Crunch Fitness -San Mateo crunch.com

99ranch.com

Honorable Mention: Chavez Supermarket

Farmers Market Winner:

Mountain View Farmers’ Market cafarmersmkts.com/ mountain-view-farmersmarket

Honorable Mention: 24 Hour Fitness

Flooring Company Winner:

The Floor Store floorstores.com

Honorable Mention: Abbey Carpet & Floor

Florist Winner:

Michaela’s Flower Shop

michaelasflowershop.com

Honorable Mention: Granaras

French Food Winner:

Bistro Vida bistro-vida.com

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Shoreline Golf Links

Yumi Yogurt

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Jesus Arteaga Landscaping Services

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Frozen Yogurt Winner:

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Gardening Services Winner:

Honorable Mention: Earthscape

Honorable Mention: Left Bank

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Honorable Mention: Stanford Golf Course

Hair Salon Winner:

Special FX Salon (San Carlos)

specialfx-salon.com

Honorable Mention: The Studio Hair Salon

Hamburger Winner:

The Swingin’ Door theswingindoor.com

Honorable Mention: In-N-Out Burger

Happy Hour Winner:

Pinstripes pinstripes.com

Honorable Mention: Paul Martin’s America

Heating & AC Company Winner:

Heating solutions

yelp.com/biz/ heating-solutions-la-honda

Honorable Mention: Izmirian, San Mateo

Home Furnishing Store Winner:

Flegel’s Design

Honorable Mention: Zareen’s Restaurant & Catering

flegels.com

Honorable Mention: Hoot Judkins Furniture

Ice Cream Winner:

Baskin-Robbins baskinrobbins.com

Honorable Mention: Cold Stone Creamery

Interior Design Winner:

Calla Lily Home Staging clhstaging.com

amber-india.com

Kitchen Remodeler Winner:

Furagu Sushi

Al Landi

yelp.com/biz/ furagu-sushi-san-mateo

Honorable Mention: Satsuma Sushi

Jewelry Store Winner:

Geoffrey’s Italian Food Winner: Diamonds & Donato Enoteca Goldsmith donatoenoteca.com

geoffreysdiamonds.com

Honorable Mention: Divino Ristorante

Honorable Mention: Shady Lane

Indian Food Winner:

Amber India

Japanese Food Winner:

Honorable Mention: DeMattei

Landscaper Winner:

System Pavers systempavers.com

Honorable Mention: John Erving Landscape Designs

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Live Theater Winner:

TheatreWorks Silicon Valley at Mountain View Center for the Performing Arts theatreworks.org

Honorable Mention: The Guild Theatre

Local Bank Winner:

First Republic Bank firstrepublic.com

Honorable Mention: Chase Bank

Local Butcher Winner:

Draeger’s Market draegers.com

Honorable Mention: Bianchini’s Market

Honorable Mention: Bianchini’s Market

Honorable Mention: DeMartini Orchard

Local Hardware Store Winner:

Local Winery for Tasting Winner:

Hassett Ace Hardware

hassetthardware.com

Honorable Mention: Los Altos True Value Hardware

Local Grocery Store Winner:

Local Produce Store Winner:

Draeger’s Market

Sigona’s Farmers Market

draegers.com

sigonas.com

Thomas Fogarty Winery fogartywinery.com

Honorable Mention: Domenico Winery

Martial Arts Winner:

Charles Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Academy Redwood City

graciejiujitsuredwoodcity. com

Mechanic Winner:

Shoreline Auto Care shorelineautocare.com

Honorable Mention: Portola Valley Garage

Mediterranean Food Winner:

Evvia Estiatorio evvia.net

Honorable Mention: SAJJ Mediterranean (Mountain View)

Mexican Food Winner:

Celia’s

celiasrestaurants.com

Honorable Mention: La Viga Seafood & Cocina Mexicana

Mortgage Specialist Traditional or Reverse Winner:

Stacy Rhodes at OriginPoint

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Thanks for voting us as the Best of the Peninsula credit union!

Stanford FCU truly is the Peninsula’s credit union, serving the Bay Area since 1959. Members are priority one at Stanford FCU which means we strive to say Yes to your financial success. We offer products and services that are tailored to be some of the most competitive in the Bay Area, such as our 7-month no penalty withdrawal Certificate and rewards credit cards with no annual fee. You’ll find free checking with free ATMs and your direct deposit payroll arrives up to two days before payday! We have minimal or non-existent fees, no foreign transaction fees, and no NSF fee. Plus, our compassionate staff will provide you with great service.

“Our commitment is to deliver financial services that provide strong value,” says Joan Opp, Stanford FCU’s President and CEO. “We rank high amongst our competition for value provided to our members and we offer it with a safe and sound balance sheet.”

Stanford FCU members also enjoy market-leading rates in deposit and loan products—not just for high-credit individuals but for all members. There are extra perks for the most engaged members; such as special loan discounts, waived fees and deposit bonuses. For-profit banks typically only reward their wealthy customers.

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2023 BEST OF THE PENINSULA Thank you Peninsula News Readerss for Voting Calla Lily Home Staging

2023 Best Interior Design Company

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Honorable Mention: Provident Credit Union (Redwood Shores Community Branch)

Neighborhood Bookstore Winner:

Kepler’s Books

Outdoor Event/ Festival Winner:

Shoreline Amphitheatre

yelp.com/biz/shoreline-amphitheatre-mountain-view

Honorable Mention: Mountain winery

Honorable Mention: LV Mar Tapas & Cocktails

Place for a Wedding Winner:

Mavericks House

maverickshouse.com

Honorable Mention: The Mountain Terrace

keplers.com

Pet Hospital Winner:

30508 Union City Blvd Union City, CA 94587

Honorable Mention: Books Inc.

SAGE Veterinary Place for Massage Centers

www.clhstaging.com

New Home Builder Winner:

Honorable Mention: Adobe Animal Hospital

Whitecliff homes

Pet Store Winner:

New Restaurant Winner:

(408) 503-6154

Avenida Restaurant San Mateo

avenidarestaurant.net

Honorable Mention: Alvarado On Main

sagecenters.com

Wegman’s Nursery

Watercourse Way Bath House Spa

watercourseway.com

Bow Wow Meow

bowwowmeow.net

Honorable Mention: Sawadee Thai Massage

Honorable Mention: Pet Food Express

Place to Take Your Kids to Play Winner:

Pizza Winner:

Slice House Belmont by Tony Gemignani slicehousebelmont.com

Nursery (Gardening) Store Winner:

Winner:

Honorable Mention: Amici’s East Coast Pizzeria

wegmansnursery.com

Place for a Girls’ Night Out Winner:

Honorable Mention: Ladera Garden & Gifts

Molly Magees

mollysmountainview.com

Foothills Nature Preserve yelp.com/biz/foothills-nature-preserve-los-alto-hills

Honorable Mention: Palo Alto Junior Museum and Zoo

Plumber Winner:

Guy Plumbing & Heating Services guyplumbing.com

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BEST DOG/CAT GROOMER

Wag Hotels

Carmelo Sigona

Rob Sigona

Redwood City

2345 Middlefield Road (650) 368-6993

Wag Hotels is the ultimate stay and play resort for dogs and cats. They have been innovating the pet care industry since 2005, their hotels offer a variety of premium services, including a luxurious spa, enriching doggie daycare, and hotel-style overnight boarding. Open 24/7/365 with five convenient locations in Northern California, Wag Hotels is the preferred choice for busy pet parents.

The grooming team at Wag Hotels is made up of highly trained, skilled professionals who strive to provide the best spa experience for your pet. They use a specially formulated line of Wag Hotels’ all-natural products that are safe for your pet’s sensitive skin and coat. The Wag Spa can also offer treatments such as flea baths, nail trims, ear cleaning, brushing, and more. Their convenient in-house spa makes it easy to keep your pet feeling their best without making an extra stop. Pups getting their very first groom will feel safe and reassured with love and attention from the moment they arrive until the time they leave.

It can be scary to leave your pet while you’re traveling, which is why the Wag Hotels team works hard to ensure every pet in their care feels like they’re at home. Dogs never have to be bored at Wag Hotels. There is something for every pup to enjoy: from swimming pools, to tasty treat balls, comfy snuggle spots, and everything in between! You can even bring your pups favorite toys or treats to make their stay extra enjoyable.

Worried you’ll have separation anxiety away from your pets? You can rest easier knowing the Wag Hotels mobile app that makes it easy to connect with the team to manage reservations, fetch photo updates, and even watch your fur baby play with their friends.

If you’re looking for a place to board your furry friend while you’re away from home, look no further than Wag Hotels in Redwood City. Don’t forget to book a grooming appointment to ensure that your pup looks its best when they come back home!

Stop by Wag Hotels or call for an appointment: 1025 Hansen Way Redwood City 888-WAG-LINE | (888)-924-5463 waghotels.com

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REHREH thread & goods Contemporary Clothing for Women & Men Your neighborhood style featuring new fashionable clothing and comfortable trends.

Follow us on: Instagram - @rehreh.threads.goods Facebook - @rehrehthreadsgoods Rehreh threads & goods 1523 Woodside Rd Redwood City, Ca. 94061

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Jimmy Sigona

John Sigona Jr.

Palo Alto

399 Stanford Shopping Ctr. (650) 329-1340

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Honorable Mention: Wizard Plumbing and Drain

Private School Winner:

Sacred Heart Schools, Atherton www.shschools.org

Honorable Mention: Menlo School

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Full Bar, Pool Table, Fuss Ball, Video Games, Jukebox • Small Snacks Available • Outside Patio • Plenty of Parking • Friendly Staff • Trivia on Monday Evenings • Karaoke on Thursday Evenings

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650.940.9838

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A special thanks to our voters!

JLee Realty - Juliana Lee Team julianalee.com

Honorable Mention: Lourdes Garcia

Real Estate Company Winner:

JLee Realty - Juliana Lee Team julianalee.com

Honorable Mention: Sunrise of Belmont

Seafood Winner:

The Fish Market - Palo Alto/ San Mateo thefishmarket.com

Honorable Mention: La Viga Seafood & Cocina Mexicana

Solar Company Winner:

Sun Run sunrun.com

Specialty Cocktail Winner:

Honorable Mention: Sweet Basil Thai Cuisine

Tire Shop Winner:

America’s Tire americastire.com

Honorable Mention: Redwood General Tire Pros

Toy Store Winner:

Cheeky Monkey Toys cheekymonkeytoys.com

Zola + BarZola

Honorable Mention: Five Little Monkeys, Burlingame

Sports Bar Winner:

Tutoring & Learning Center Winner:

zolapaloalto.com

Sneakers

yelp.com/biz/sneakers-american-grill-sancarlos-2

Honorable Mention: City Pub

Steakhouse Winner:

Retirement Community Winner:

sundancethesteakhouse. com

aplaceformom.com

Shana Thai shanathai.com

Honorable Mention: Kinetic Realty

A Place for Mom

Thai Food Winner:

Sundance The Steakhouse

Honorable Mention: Flemings Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar

AJ Tutoring ajtutoring.com

Honorable Mention: QWERTY Education Services

Vegetarian Food Winner:

Wildseed

wildseedsf.com

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Veterinarian Winner:

The Animal Doctors

theanimaldoctors.net

Honorable Mention: Los Altos Veterinary Clinic

Vietnamese Food Winner:

Tamarine Restaurant & Gallery

tamarinerestaurant.com

Honorable Mention: Pho Little Saigon

Waxing Studio Winner:

Annie Wang Acupuncture Los Altos

Window Coverings/ Shutters Winner:

The Shade Store Palo Alto

anniewanglac.com

theshadestore.com

Honorable Mention: Venia Spa

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Window Company Winner:

Able Glass Company ableglass.com

Honorable Mention: Advanced Window Systems

Thank You to all our loyal customers for voting us "Best Toy Store" in the PENINSULA NEWS Reader’s Choice Awards.

Rebarts Interiors

Wine Bar Winner:

The Cask

Cheeky Monkey Toys 640 Santa Cruz Ave Menlo Park, CA 94025 650-328-7975

Wine Bar

Cheeky Monkey Toys

thecaskwinebar.com

(new location) 173 Main St Los Altos, CA 94022 650-941-6043

Honorable Mention:

cheekymonkeytoys.com

Savvy Cellar

Interesting Peninsula Facts 1. The Peninsula is home to the iconic Silicon Valley, the world’s leading hub for technology and innovation.

It houses numerous high-tech companies, including Apple, Google, Facebook, and many startups that have revolutionized the digital world.

2. The region is renowned for its microclimate, often characterized by foggy mornings and cooler temperatures compared to other parts of the Bay Area. This unique weather pattern is influenced by the cool ocean currents and the surrounding topography.

3. The area boasts stunning natural landscapes. The Peninsula is dotted with scenic parks and preserves.

4. The Peninsula is a haven for outdoor enthusiasts. It offers numerous opportunities for activities like hiking, biking, surfing, and bird-watching, all are popular destinations for outdoor adventures.

5. The region is home to world-class educational institutions. Stanford University, located in Palo Alto, is one of the most prestigious universities in the world and has produced numerous Nobel laureates, entrepreneurs, and innovators.

6. The Peninsula is a paradise for food lovers. Its diverse culinary scene offers a wide range of international cuisines, farm-to-table experiences, and gourmet delights. Cities like San Francisco, Palo Alto, and San Mateo boast an array of Michelin-starred restaurants and vibrant food markets.

7. The Peninsula is a gateway to stunning coastal drives. The iconic Pacific Coast Highway (Highway 1) winds along the Peninsula’s coastline, offering breathtaking views of the Pacific Ocean, dramatic cliffs, and picturesque beach towns like Half Moon Bay and Pacifica.

Your support means the world to me.

Dr. Cassandra Marsden

I am deeply honored to have been voted Best Chiropractor on the Peninsula by my patients.

MarsdenChiropracticCare.com Call for an appointment today.

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Thank You! Able Glass is Proud to be voted the Best Window Company

by Peninsula News!

850 Aldo Ave. Clara, CA 95054 408-496-9960 • www.ableglass.com sales@ableglass.com

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