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Discover The Bay Area’s Ultimate Resort Community.

Our newest neighborhood Firenze Village - just grand opened to rave reviews.

Firenze features amazing home sites with close walking distance to the club, surrounded by active vineyards and a beautiful walking path. Don’t wait to reserve yours today.

CHANGE YOUR LIFE SIMPLY BY CHANGING YOUR ADDRESS!

Trilogy members experience a gourmet lifestyle amongst working vineyards and olive orchards with a spectacular resort club, luxurious day spa, indoor and outdoor pools and so much more.

Come see why more than 400 Tri-Valley families have chosen to make Trilogy at The Vineyards their home.

Welcome to The Good Life.

PREMIUM HOME SITES JUST RELEASED! Call today and schedule a private community tour.

U P TO 8 KW O F F R E E S O L A R | M I D $ 4 0 0 s - $ 8 0 0 s + T R I LO GY L I F E .C O M | 8 8 8 . 2 57. 0 2 4 4 Wine country living in charming Brentwood A “No Electric Bill Home™” will, on average, produce as much electricity as it consumes on an annual basis. Fees and surcharges may remain. Estimate based on average use by household of 2 with published data from manufacturers, suppliers and others and calculated using software approved by the U.S. Department of Energy. Energy usage not guaranteed and energy production and consumption may vary based on home, orientation, climate and usage of electric appliances. Electricity production via photovoltaic (PV) panels. PV system subject to 20 year prepaid agreement with Solar City. Seller to provide prepayment amount as an inducement to Buyer. Features and specs vary by location, subject to change, not available on all homes and must be on the contract. See Seller for details. Trilogy® is a registered trademark of Shea Homes, Inc., an independent member of the Shea family of companies. Trilogy at The Vineyards is a community by Trilogy Vineyards, LLC., sales by Shea Homes Marketing Company (CalBRE #01378646) and construction

by Shea Homes, Inc., (CSLB #672285). Homes at The Vineyards are intended for occupancy by at least one person 55 years of age or older, with certain exceptions for younger persons as provided by law and the governing covenants, conditions and restrictions. This is not an offer of real estate for sale, nor a solicitation of an offer to buy, to residents of any state or province in which registration and other legal requirements have not been fulfilled. Void where prohibited. Models are not an indication of racial preference. © 2014 Shea Homes, Inc. All rights reserved.

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hink about your last vacation.

The service was probably impeccable. From the bellman who knew what you needed even before you did, to the concierge who dialed you in with dinner reservations and a sold out show, the world was at your fingertips and you had a whole team of people dedicated to making your stay flawless.

Vacations simultaneously refresh, invigorate and relax us. So, why do we limit that amazing feeling to just two weeks a year? What if that culture of hospitality didn’t have to end?

And, what if “vacation” was your new reality?

That’s exactly what the team at Trilogy at The Vineyards, a new home, resort-style community in Brentwood, California, thought too. So, they developed The Good Life.

The Good Life philosophy centers on providing homeowners a culture of unparalleled hospitality. Trilogy at The Vineyards has taken resort-style living to a whole new level by bringing in top talent from world-class hotels, resorts and restaurants across the country to

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serve in its exclusive club, restaurant and fitness facilities.

“When you purchase a Trilogy home, you’re purchasing more than a distinguished Shea brand home – you’re purchasing a Trilogy luxury lifestyle,” said Marsha Baird, who bought her dream home at Trilogy.

“Living here is like being on a cruise ship that doesn’t leave the dock. Every day is a vacation day.”

Elevated Living at a Top Resort Community Located in a picturesque area of Contra Costa County with rolling hills, active vineyards and olive groves for homeowners to enjoy, The Vineyards is a wine lover’s dream and the ideal location for an outdoor enthusiast.

Between regular community events, concerts under the stars, the acclaimed, on-site restaurant and more social clubs and activities than anyone could possibly attend, there’s never a dull moment at Trilogy.

“Every day, we hear people who are touring the community say, ‘This is it! This is where I want to spend the Best of Brentwood

rest of my life,’” explained Dan O’Brien, area president for Shea Homes Active Lifestyle Communities. “It’s so exciting for us to help them take that next step so they can start building their dream homes, pursuing their passions and making new friends.”

Trilogy homeowners and their guests have access to extensive amenities like the award-winning Club Los Meganos, a 34,000 sq. ft. social hub that offers diverse fitness classes, treatments at Sawã Spa, two pools, a culinary studio, bistro-style restaurant and more.

Only an hour from downtown San Francisco, Trilogy at The Vineyards offers spectacular new home designs from the mid $400’s to $800s+. For more information, visit TrilogyLife.com or call 1-855-321-1495.

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he Brentwood Press is proud to present the 2014 Best of Brentwood, as voted by our readers. Inside you will find hundreds of categories describing the best places to eat, get your car fixed, have your hair done or buy a pair of boots. Looking for a spot to take your sweetie? Need a good pediatrician or dentist? Perhaps you’re hankering for a new heater or air conditioner? It’s all here, and much, much more. New this year we also awarded a few ties and some honorable mentions as many of the votes were very, very close.

As Brentwood continues to grow – we were voted Best Place for Homeowners this year – the choices for services can be overwhelming. So take the advice of your friends and neighbors, who cast thousands of votes for their favorites – you might find a gem or two you didn’t know about.

Look for the distinctive Best of Brentwood 2014 star on the doors and windows of local establishments and know they’ve been singled out as the stars of the community.

Congratulations to Rita Murdock for being voted as one of the Best Bankers.

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very year, the Press staff collects, counts and collates thousands of Best of Brentwood ballots filled out and sent in by our loyal Press readers. We appreciate the thousands of voters who took the time to submit their entries, three of whom were winners of our random drawing. They are, left to right, Deanna Clark, Bobbie Lampe and Jennifer Lawrie, each of whom won $50 gift certificates to Sweeney’s Grill. Congratulations to the winners and thanks again to our readers for voting!

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Best Shops & Retail Services Antique Store

GOLD – The Vintage House 735 Second St., 634-1795 The Vintage House offers one-of-akind antique and vintage furniture, jewelry, linens, china, pottery, clothing, paintings and just about anything else for the home. The store also offers new collectible gift items. Owners Nick, Natalie and Marinna Casey are always in search of the most fabulous treasures in the vintage world for your enjoyment. Stop in, say hello and have a look around.

SILVER – Antique Co-op 6675 Brentwood Blvd., 516-1563 Antique Co-op carries antiques, vintage merchandise, sports memorabilia, books, records and much more.

Boasting 5,000 square feet and 20 vendors, the Co-op is Brentwood’s oldest antique store and offers something for everyone. You name it, they probably have it. And as a little something extra, there is always fresh coffee and cookies to keep treasure hunters going. See ad on page 73.

BRONZE – Yesterday’s Treasures Consignment, Inc. 1185 Second St., Suite H, 516-8549 www.yesterdayststore.com Yesterday’s Treasures offers a wide variety of high-end furnishings at low-end prices. Consignments are classified on a scale from 1 to 10, and only a grade of eight or higher are accepted. Customers can be sure that all the antiques, home accents and estate sale items are of the highest quality.

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GOLD – Arbor Ridge 2400 Shady Willow Lane, 240-8448 www.livearborridge.com As a true apartment community – not a condo complex – Arbor Ridge offers spacious living environments, including three- and four-bedroom units. Each comes with a garage, full-size washer and dryer, and paid water and garbage pickup.

SILVER – Town Centre Commons Apartments 1275 Central Blvd., 513-1110 www.towncentrecommons.com

A part of Brentwood since 1989, Town Centre Commons Apartments’ multi-family community offers oneto three-bedroom apartments featuring the amenities to suit a single resident or small family. Stop by and see why our readers voted Town Centre one of The Best apartment communities in Brentwood.

BRONZE – Brentwood Park & Garden Apartments 180 Sycamore Ave., 516-0570 www.thecbmgroup.net The management at Brentwood Park & Garden Apartments focuses on quality property management and community support. Offering affordable housing and neighborhood activities such as Zumba and tutoring, the Park & Garden Apartments management provides onsite support to residents in all of its 160 units. See ad on page 75.

Auto Dealer – New

GOLD – Bill Brandt Ford 8100 Brentwood Blvd., 634-3551 www.billbrandtford.com A hometown dealer offering a huge

selection of fine Ford automobiles and pickup trucks, Bill Brandt Ford provides the credibility, products and service that continue to please its vast customer base. When it’s time to get a new vehicle, our readers suggest you give Bill Brandt Ford a call. See ad on page 2.

Auto Dealer – Used

GOLD – Bill Brandt Ford 8100 Brentwood Blvd., 634-3591 www.billbrandtford.com This outstanding dealership has been taking the gold in this category for years. Bill Brandt’s got the cars, deals and financing people want, service that is second to none and expert staff. When you begin the search for a reliable used car at a good price, our readers urge you to check out Bill Brandt Ford. See ad on page 2.

SILVER – Jimmy’s Auto Wholesale 8175 Brentwood Blvd., 516-6900 www.jimmysautowholesale.com Jimmy’s Auto Wholesale was founded on trust, integrity and respect. Since 2006, they have

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Auto Parts & Accessories

GOLD – Brentwood Auto Parts Inc. - NAPA 7881 Brentwood Blvd., 634-3952 www.napaonline.com Established in 1957, Brentwood Auto Parts Inc. (NAPA) is the oldest familyowned retail business in Brentwood.

The store’s inventory includes a wide variety of car, truck, tractor, ATV, heavy-duty and marine parts and accessories. Its friendly and knowledgeable ASE-certified staff boasts more than 160 years of combined automotive sales service. Customer service is this store’s number one

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SILVER – O’Reilly Auto Parts 6720 Lone Tree Way, 634-1899 8600 Brentwood Blvd., 240-6530 www.oreillyauto.com BRONZE – Auto Zone 7609 Brentwood Blvd., 634-1585 www.autozone.com

Auto Repair – Body/Paint GOLD – Casey’s Auto Body 4515 O’Hara Ave., 634-2211 www.caseysab.net Casey’s Auto Body has served the community for more 35 years.

This family-run company is a full-service auto body repair and paint facility. Whether you need to repair damage from a major collision or want to clean up some dings, dents or scratches, the team of trained experts at Casey’s will make your vehicle look as good as new. Customer service is top priority at Casey’s. Free estimates are available. See ad on page 39.

SILVER – Mike’s Auto Body 4535 O’Hara Ave., 777-1739

BRONZE – Mashore Autobody 44 Sycamore Ave., 516-1930 www.mashoreautobody.com

Auto Repair – Brakes

GOLD – Monkey Wrenches 8130 Brentwood Blvd., 634-4145 www.monkeyauto.com The technicians at Monkey Wrenches don’t take brake repairs lightly. Whether your brake work is simple or complicated, the staff of Monkey Wrenches gets you repaired and driving safely again fast. It’s why they’re the Best of Brentwood. See ad on page 10.

SILVER – Kendall Automotive 9010 Brentwood Blvd., 516-0417 www.kendallautomotive brentwood.com An established family-owned and operated business, Kendall Automotive has been serving Brentwood since 1996. The experienced technicians at Kendall will give your vehicle a thorough brake inspection and expert advice.

They take pride in their work and enjoy establishing long-term

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Kendall is proud to have been named the 2010 Business of the Year. See ad on page 7.

BRONZE – Les Schwab Tires 6361 Lone Tree Way, 513-3432 www.LesSchwab.com Brentwood voters trust Les Schwab’s expert technicians to do brakes right, make quality repairs and take the time to explain the process. Les Schwab gets high ratings for quality service, safety and expertise on brakes, wheel alignment and tires, and for their Best Brake Value Promise – 25,000 mile or 36-month warranty, including parts and labor. See ad on page 39.

Auto Repair – Muffler

GOLD – Brentwood Muffler & Auto Repair 8362 Brentwood Blvd., 634-2200 www.brentwoodmuffler.com Whether you’re taking a long trip or just driving around town, the people at Brentwood Muffler & Auto Repair will get your noisy

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Friendly, honest service combined with quality used cars and easy financing make Jimmy’s a must stop when shopping for a vehicle, so stop by and take one for a test drive today! See ad on page 42.

BRONZE – Brentwood Motorsports 8111 Brentwood Blvd., 418-4227 www.brentwoodmotorsports.com

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SILVER – Kendall Automotive 9010 Brentwood Blvd., 516-0417 www.kendallautomotive brentwood.com As an established family-owned and operated business, Kendall automotive has been serving Brentwood since 1996. The experienced technicians at Kendall will give your vehicle a thorough inspection and expert recommendations for repairs, if needed. They take pride in their work and enjoy establishing long-term relationships with their customers. See ad on page 7.

BRONZE – East County European Autoworks 550 Harvest Park Dr., 516-2834 www.eastcountyeuro.com

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GOLD – SpeeDee-Midas Oil Change and Tune-Up 7377 Brentwood Blvd., 516-0623 www.speedeeoil.com SpeeDee-Midas Oil Change and Tune-Up has been serving the community since 1992. Renowned for its fast and expert oil change service, SpeeDee-Midas also offers a variety of preventive maintenance services, including transmission and radiator flushes, air conditioning recharge and tune-ups and repair services such as radiator, alternator and water pump replacements and smog checks. When you’re need of an oil change at a value price, think SpeeDee-Midas - our readers do.

SILVER – Kendall Automotive 9010 Brentwood Blvd., 516-0417 www.kendallautomotive brentwood.com An established family-owned and operated business Kendall Automotive has been serving Brentwood since 1996. The experienced technicians at Kendall will

give your vehicle a thorough brake inspection and expert advice on all your car needs. They take pride in their work and enjoy establishing long-term relationships with their customers. Kendall is proud to have been named the 2010 Business of the Year. See ad on page 7.

BRONZE – Monkey Wrenches 8130 Brentwood Blvd., 634-4145 www.monkeyauto.com The technicians at Monkey Wrenches don’t take brake repairs lightly. Whether your oil change is simple or complicated, the staff at Monkey Wrenches gets you repaired and driving safely again.

It’s why they’re among the Best of Brentwood. See ad on page 10.

Auto Repair – Paintless Dent Repair

GOLD – Dent King 323-1045 www.paintlessdentking.com More than 30 years of experience in the auto body repair business gives Dent King the knowledge and expertise to perform the extraor-

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If your paint isn’t damaged and the metal isn’t stretched, Dent King can repair your damage for usually about a fourth of the price of a conventional shop – and can do most repairs at your home or office in an hour or less. See ad on page 29.

SILVER – Casey’s Auto Body 4515 O’Hara Ave., 634-2211 www.caseysab.net Whether it’s a small dent or major collision damage, Casey’s Auto Body devotes its 40-plus years of experience to making your car look new again. Stop by Monday through Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. for a free estimate. See ad on page 39.

BRONZE – Mike’s Auto Body 4535 O’Hara Ave., 777-1739

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Best Shops & Retail Services Brentwood Smog Express & Auto Care is a full-service, expert automotive repair and maintenance shop serving East County. When it’s time for your smog check, owners Mike and Korrin Lucca will make the process quick and easy. You’ll enjoy the friendly, efficient, costeffective smog check process. As an added bonus, they now offer DMV registration services. Smog check + DMV registration = one 30-minute stop. See ad on page 37.

SILVER – SpeeDee-Midas Oil Change and Tune-Up 7377 Brentwood Blvd., 516-0623 www.speedeeoil.com SpeeDee-Midas Oil Change and Tune-Up has been serving the community since 1992. Renowned for its fast and expert oil change service, SpeeDee-Midas also offers a variety of preventive maintenance services, including transmission and radiator flushes, air conditioning recharge and tune-ups and repair services such as radiator, alternator and water pump replacements and

smog checks. When you’re need of a smog check at a value price, think SpeeDee-Midas.

BRONZE – Dallas Shanks & Sons Auto Repair 40 Sycamore Ave., 634-9213 Find on Facebook.

Dallas Shanks & Sons understands the importance of a smog-free exhaust system, and devotes the time and expertise to get yours fixed – promptly and at a good price. See ad on page 15.

Auto Repair – Tune-Up

GOLD – Kendall Automotive 9010 Brentwood Blvd., 516-0417 www.kendallautomotive brentwood.com An established family-owned and operated business Kendall Automotive has been serving Brentwood since 1996. The experienced technicians at Kendall will give your vehicle a thorough brake inspection and expert recommendations on repairs. They take pride in their work and enjoy long-term relationships with their customers. Kendall

is proud to have been named the 2010 Business of the Year. See ad on page 7.

SILVER – Monkey Wrenches 8130 Brentwood Blvd., 634-4145 www.monkeyauto.com Monkey Wrenches is a full-service auto repair facility that has been serving Brentwood and the surrounding areas since 2005. Monkey Wrenches’ factory-trained, ASEcertified technicians are able to service a wide variety of makes and models of foreign and domestic vehicles. Integrity and courtesy are at the core of every service rendered in Monkey Wrenches’ community.

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BRONZE – Dallas Shanks & Sons Auto Repair 40 Sycamore Ave., 634-9213 Find on Facebook.

Dallas Shanks & Sons understands the importance of a well-tuned vehicle, and devotes the time and expertise to get yours humming again – promptly and at a good price. See ad on page 15.

Auto Tires

GOLD – Big O Tires 8040 Brentwood Blvd.

634-4344 www.bigotires.com Need tires for that vintage roadster, brand new coupe or heavy-duty truck? Big O has them – and at competitive prices. To keep your tires from wearing out before their time, remember alignment is another vital service at which Big O excels. See ad on page 41.

SILVER – Les Schwab Tires 6361 Lone Tree Way, 513-3432 www.lesschwab.com Les Schwab has established a significant presence in the Brentwood market since 2005, as one of the top places to go for tires, brakes and shocks. Their outstanding service, friendliness and professionalism make them the top-notch place for your next car repair. Stop in today to see why our readers bestow this award on Les Schwab year after year! See ad on page 39.

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Best Shops & Retail Services GOLD – Delta Barber 645 First St., 634-4006 Providing Brentwood residents with the best haircuts for more than 30 years, Delta Barber provides guaranteed quality cuts and pleasant conversation in a congenial, family atmosphere. They are experts at discovering what you want and exceeding your expectations. Want old-fashioned barbershop service in the heart of downtown, from folks who enjoy their customers’ business and appreciate their friendships?

You’ll get it at this Brentwood institution. See ad on page 67.

SILVER – Jose’s Barber Shop 637 First St., 513-7355 ruizobarbershop@hotmail.com Jose’s shop provides a 42-inch TV for sports buffs, plus good music, a complimentary drink and friendly conversation. Get a wet shave, an old-fashioned haircut, a taper, razor fade or Afro – a cut for every taste.

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GOLD – TLCakes 647 First St., 513-3688 www.TLCakes.com Looking for something to satisfy your sweet tooth? Brentwood Press readers urge you to visit TLCakes.

Renowned for its spectacular wedding cakes, delectable desserts, scrumptious pastries and gourmet cupcakes, TLCakes’ custom confections, hand-decorated cookies, specialty desserts and pastries make any occasion a special event. And their treats are perfect if you just need a sweet midday pick-me-up.

See ad on page 85.

SILVER – Safeway 3110 Balfour Road, 626-6020 1125 Second St., 634-6780 www.safeway.com For everything from specialty breads to custom birthday cakes, Safeway offers excellent selection and service at an affordable price. With two

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BRONZE – The Barber Shop 150 Chestnut St., 513-6049 The Barber Shop takes you back to when caring for the way you looked was part of being a man.

Backed by more than 70 years of experience, every cut includes a warm lather straight razor shave, a splash of aftershave and neck massage. The professionals at The Barber Shop thank all those who voted them to their sixth consecutive Best of Brentwood award.

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GOLD – Brentwood Bike Co. 7740 Brentwood Blvd., 634-5000 www.brentwoodbikeco.com Brentwood Bike Co., a serviceoriented, community-minded shop, is owned and operated by local residents and cycling enthusiasts Chris and Bobbi Michalski. Brentwood Bike Co. makes cycling a stronger presence in the community and promotes healthier lifestyles. You’ll enjoy their welcoming, comfortable

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BRONZE – MJ’s Downtown Café & Bakery 655 First St., 684-7242 www.mjsdowntowncafe.com MJ’s Downtown Café & Bakery recently expanded its bakery counter to display freshly baked cinnamon rolls, scones, muffins and other delicacies for dine-in or take-out.

Special varieties are offered daily, so stop in to enjoy MJ’s hospitality, great food and that wonderful fresh-baked aroma.

HONORABLE MENTION – Doré French Bakery 7710 Brentwood Blvd., Suite B 978-6121 New in town and tempting taste buds throughout Brentwood, Doré French Bakery earned so many votes we decided to award them an “honorable mention.” Drop in Tuesday through Sunday, 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. and indulge your passion for French pastries, tarts, cakes, coffees, sandwiches, salads and smoothies.

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Best Shops & Retail Services environment. Brentwood Bike Co. repairs all makes and models and carries a variety of accessories, parts and apparel. A certified Fit Specialist is on staff to make sure your bike is comfortable. See ad on page 72.

SILVER – The Wheel Peddler 783-4297, www.wheelpeddler.com Wheel Peddler is Contra Costa County’s answer to fast, convenient bicycle service. Since 2006, the ‘bike shop that comes to you’ offers repairs, upgrades, tune-ups, overhauls and more at fair and reasonable prices. Owner Jim McFarland is a USAC-trained and licensed bicycle mechanic who will get you peddling in no time, and keep you that way.

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GOLD – Brentwood Fine Meats 3877 Walnut Blvd., 513-0595 www.brentwoodfinemeats.com Come try Brentwood Fine Meats’ famous Vineyard Tri-tip plus other tasty marinades. From fresh turkey at Thanksgiving, prime rib at Christmas or ham at Easter, Brentwood Fine Meats has all your

holiday meats. BFM also cuts any USDA Choice (or better) steak to order. Just tell the staff what you want. Old-time service and top-rate quality is what makes Brentwood Fine Meats a cut above the rest. See ad on page 86.

SILVER – Kinder’s Meats & BBQ 5411 Lone Tree Way, Suite 110 308-7997 www.kindersbbq.com A family-built business now in its third generation of providing Brentwood with the finest, freshest meats available, Kinder’s has become synonymous with quality products and friendly customer service. You’ll love Kinder’s St. Louis pork ribs, ball-tip steak sandwiches and its famous sauces and marinades. Pick up something for your grill or take a table in Kinder’s dining area and order a tasty sandwich on the spot.

BRONZE – Safeway 3110 Balfour Road, 626-6020 1125 Second St., 634-6780

www.safeway.com Brentwood’s two Safeway locations provide a full spectrum of quality products ranging from fresh cuts to packaged selections designed to meet all your butcher shop needs.

Car Wash GOLD – Brentwood Auto Spa 6945 Lone Tree Way, 513-7610 www.brentwoodautospa.com This full-service car wash and auto detail facility uses state-of-the-art equipment, and an array of washes and detailing packages, to fit everyone’s budget. Their environmentfriendly soft-cloth wash system makes use of recycled water. See ad on page 14.

SILVER – Brentwood Hand Car Wash 4950 Balfour Road, 513-4460 The professional, friendly staff at Brentwood Hand Car Wash and Detail Center will put a smile on your face, make your car look great and have you telling your friends all about them. Did you know

Brentwood Hand Car Wash was the first business in Brentwood to go green? Stop by and let them put a shine on your car! See ad on page 38.

BRONZE – Dallas Shanks Chevron 190 Griffith Lane, 513-2815 The Dallas Shanks Chevron car wash will get you through the gauntlet of its high-tech, no-touch cleaning apparatus, and back on the road with a spotless ride in no time. See ad on page 15.

Cellular Store GOLD – AT&T Authorized Retailer 2465 Sand Creek Road, 634-2711 www.att.com Whether you’re looking for the newest smartphone or tablet, your Brentwood AT&T authorized retailer has you covered. AT&T has the fastest and most reliable 4G LTE network, so you will stay connected to everyone in your contact list.

Drop by your AT&T retailer today, and they’ll find the product to best fit your needs.

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Best Shops & Retail Services SILVER – Verizon Wireless 6471 Lone Tree Way, 626-3480 www.verizonwireless.com BRONZE – Sprint 3120 Balfour Road, 240-5575 www.archtelecom.net Sprint Balfour carries Sprint and Nextel phones and plans at remarkable values, including unlimited data. This store offers iPhones and Androids, home-phone service and accessories. They even handle phone repairs.

Children’s Store GOLD – Children’s Place 2545 Sand Creek Road, 240-1468 SILVER – Little Miss Everything 220 Oak St., 513-4700 www.littlemisseverything.com Just as their name suggests, Little Miss Everything has a little bit of everything to offer. They host amazing birthday parties and events for children of all ages, offer fun walk-in services and crafts, and carry unique clothing and gifts created right there in the store. It’s

a must-stop shop for any little miss.

BRONZE – Gymboree 2505 Sand Creek Road, 516-9215 www.gymboree.com

Consignment Store GOLD -- New2You Label Xchange 50 Sand Creek Road, 513-5614 New2You pays cash on the spot for gently used, trendy clothing for teens, young adults and the young at heart. Specializing in current and popular clothing and accessories, as well as designer handbags, jewelry, sunglasses, watches and shoes, our voters appreciate their meticulous approach to verifying that all items in the store are 100 percent authentic. All the brands you love, at prices you can afford. Come in and find something new for you at New2You. See ad on page 18.

SILVER – Traveling Pants 3860 Balfour Road, Suite F, 240-9890 www.shoptravelingpants.com Visit Traveling Pants for its extensive selection of new and used

brand name and designer clothes and accessories for women and children of all shapes and sizes. Find jeans, dresses, formalwear, shoes, jackets, scrubs, sportswear, jewelry, handbags and children’s gear at up to 75 percent off retail prices. See ad on page 76.

BRONZE – Bearly Worn Boutique 80 Eagle Rock Ave., Suite B 626-7158 Spacious meets cozy, meets a darn good deal, when shopping for upscale new and used children’s clothes at Bearly Worn Boutique.

Brentwood voters have also discovered that the unique shop is a great place to Build a Buddy for $11.99, and host birthday parties that are both memorable and affordable.

Convenience Store

GOLD – Quik Stop 3940 Walnut Blvd., 634-0369 Voted Best of Brentwood 13 years in a row, Quik Stop is a full-service convenience store, offering gas, grocery items, lottery tickets,

money orders, pre-paid phone and gift cards, faxing services, a variety of fresh fruit, healthy drinks and snacks, milkshakes and monthly promotions for customers. Quik Stop listens to its customers and chooses products and services with their needs in mind, so you’re sure to find something to satisfy your craving. With their Loyalty Rewards Program, you’ll satisfy your wallet too. See ad on page 21.

SILVER – Tower Mart 8750 Brentwood Blvd., 516-7528 BRONZE -- Dallas Shanks Chevron 190 Griffith Lane, 513-2815 Keeping the Brentwood community on the road since 1972, Dallas Shanks Chevron thanks its loyal customers who pull into its pumps, and regularly vote it one of The Best. Open 24/7, this Brentwood institution offers home-cooked food in its mini-mart, plus a touch-free car wash that will get you back on the road in no time.

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BRONZE – The UPS Store 4291 2420 Sand Creek Road, Suite C-1 634-9405 Store4291@theupsstore.com The UPS Store is your destination for color and black and white printing, binding, laminating, collating and scanning services.

While you’re there, check out the selection of business cards and selfinking stamps. See ad on page 56.

Day Spa

GOLD – Sawã Spa 1700 Trilogy Parkway, 809-7171 www.sawaspa.com Brentwood’s favorite award-winning, full-service day spa makes use of three core therapeutic elements – heat, water and stones – to relieve pain and improve quality of life. Open seven days a week, Sawã offers a variety of massages, body treatments, facials and nail treatments, private men’s and women’s lounges, a steam shower, a Jacuzzi in the serenity garden retreat and a room for manicures and pedicures. See ad on IFC and page 1.

SILVER – Revive Salon and Spa 8900 Brentwood Blvd., Suite A 420-6477 www.revivebrentwood.com Revive Salon and Spa was built by a team of people who love what they do. They opened in May, and have already been voted one of The Best - a testimony to the caliber of their staff and service. With their day spa and beauty services, including hair, skincare and waxing, their goal, to have you leave your day at the door and truly relax, is met every time. See ad on page 72.

BRONZE – The Oasis Ultimate Spa & Salon 640 Harvest Park Drive, 240-6274 www.theoasisdayspa.com The Oasis Ultimate Spa & Salon nurtures the body, mind and soul through massage modalities and body and skin care, which are designed to put the “aah” in spa. The Oasis’ amenities include shower and locker room facilities, robes and slippers, tantalizing refreshments, a sauna and steam room and a jetted river bath lounge.

Ethnic Market

GOLD – Jalisco’s Market 8335 Brentwood Blvd., 240-1270 Located next door to Jalisco’s Mexican Restaurant, Jalisco’s Market offers a full range of fresh, frozen and canned Hispanic foods, fresh meat and salsas, smoothies and spices. The store also welcomes customers with an aisle full of salsa, drinks and cheese from Central America and fresh-daily Mexican pastries. Stop by to plan your next fiesta with catering containers and an assortment of large cooking pots and skillets, and wrap-up the fun with one of their festive piñatas. See ad on page 81.

SILVER – Los Mexicanos Market 50 Sand Creek Road, 634-6412 Los Mexicanos Market is a favorite for specialty Mexican groceries, money orders, check cashing, wire transfers, Mexican pastries and produce. You’ll find a full range of meats at their carniceria and ready-made delights at their

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GOLD – FedEx Office 5601 Lone Tree Way, 240-1447 FedEx Office has built a reputation as the go-to place for copying and printing, and our readers say it’s well deserved. Whatever your office needs, you will get them addressed quickly and professionally.

No job is too big or too small for the folks at FedEx Office.

SILVER– Minuteman Press 200 Sand Creek Road, 513-4900 www.brentwood.minuteman press.com Minuteman Press provides a wide array of print and media services as well as company signage. Minuteman Press works side-by-side with customers to develop strategic marketing plans to enhance their position in the marketplace.

Whether the need is promotional pens, direct mail programs or employee gifts, Minuteman Press will provide the expertise you need to compete in your market. If you can think it, Minuteman Press can ink

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Congratulations to Pediatrician Richard Singer, M.D. and the Brentwood Care Center for your Best of Brentwood awards!

It’s easier than ever to find a physician partner in our growing East Contra Costa County network. When you choose our physicians, you have access to the Sutter Health network of care, extended office hours, same-day appointments, online services and convenient lab and imaging services.

To select one of our outstanding physicians, please go to thedoctorforyou.com/eastbay or call 1(800) 4-SUTTER.

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Best Shops & Retail Services taqueria. Regulars and new fans alike enjoy their new location on Sand Creek Road.

BRONZE – MJ Mabuhay Pacific Oriental Store 50 Sand Creek Road, 684-7538 MJ Mabuhay is a neighborhood grocery store and restaurant featuring Filipino and other Asian foods. Stop by to enjoy a meal, and while you’re there pick up some ingredients to make your own Asian-inspired dishes at home.

Eyewear

GOLD – Eyecare Galleria 2300 Sand Creek Road, Suite G-2 240-8520 www.eyecaregalleria.com Many years of experience and continuing education help the staff of Eyecare Galleria improve your vision and quality of life. The Galleria’s optical dispensary boasts a wide array of frame styles from a multitude of designers. When you walk into Eyecare Galleria, you’re always greeted with a friendly smile and offered top-notch service. See ad on page 24.

SILVER – Balfour Vision Optix Eyewear 3840 Balfour Road, Suite A, 513-0323 www.visionoptix.com Dr. Ong and Vision Optix do just about everything optometric, including laser surgery co-management, cataract evaluation, contact lenses and sunglasses. They treat all ages and carry an extensive line of designer and affordable eyewear. Make an appointment with this outstanding optometrist and you’ll clearly see why he was voted among Brentwood’s Best. See ad on Inside Back Cover (IBC).

BRONZE – Brentwood Eye Care 350 John Muir Parkway, 634-6101 www.brentwoodeyecare.com In Brentwood for 24 years, Dr. Matthew Bronge, with his associates Drs. Joyce Roberts, Christina Atkinson and Casey Wegenke, practices total family eye care and Lasik co-management. Brentwood’s largest eye care office has what you need in glasses, contacts and eye health services.

Family Recreation Center

GOLD – Brentwood Family Aquatic Complex 195 Griffith Lane, 516-5430 www.brentwoodca.gov Brentwood Family Aquatic Complex is the city’s go-to spot for a splash of cool recreation. The park’s seven acres, run by the Brentwood Parks and Recreation Department, features two wild water slides, swimming instruction and serves as the venue for a host of seasonal celebrations. When it’s time to beat the summer heat, our readers head to the corner of Balfour Road and Griffith Lane.

SILVER – Harvest Park Bowl 5000 Balfour Road, 516-1221 www.harvestparkbowl.com No matter your age – from 2 to 92 – Harvest Park Bowl is an inexpensive way for the family to have fun together. Since opening in 1994, Harvest Park has continually hosted fundraising events supporting local causes. Let Harvest Park throw your birthday bash, karaoke night,

cosmic bowl or company event. For the serious bowler, Harvest Park is a stop for the annual National Professional Bowlers Senior Tour. See ad on page 30.

BRONZE – Delta Valley Athletic Club 120 Guthrie Lane, 240-2990 www.deltavac.com Delta Valley Athletic Club offers fun for the entire family in a magnificent, 55,000-square-foot facility.

Come climb the indoor rock wall or find some healthy competition on the court, then play a quick round using the golf simulator. Delta Valley offers year-round swim lessons, for members and nonmembers, in its heated, indoor pools.

HONORABLE MENTION – Brentwood Veterans Park 3841 Balfour Road, 516-5444 www.brentwoodca.gov

Flooring Store GOLD – National Flooring & Supply 8890 Brentwood Blvd., 634-4111 www.nfsbrentwood.com National Flooring owner Leonard

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Best Shops & Retail Services McCurley has more than 40 years of experience in the flooring industry. Among his family, which includes wife Linda, son Cliff and sisters Paula, Maggie and Debbie, there are over 100 years combined experience in this family-operated business. They offer competitive prices and a large selection of carpet, tile, stone, vinyl, hardwood and laminate flooring – handling everything from start to finish. The friendly, knowledgeable staff is here to serve Brentwood’s growing community with the highest quality service and customer satisfaction.

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SILVER – McCurley’s Abbey Carpet & Floor 3850 Balfour Road, 634-0888 www.mccurleys.com Family-owned and operated, McCurley’s offers outstanding customer service and exceptional installation crews doing superior quality workmanship. It boasts one of the largest selections of hardwoods, carpet, tile and stone, handling your home’s

entire floor covering needs. Not only is McCurley’s heavily involved in the local community, it prides itself on the lowest prices in town.

See ad on page 62.

BRONZE – The Home Depot Brentwood 1076 5631 Lone Tree Way, 513-6060 www.homedepot.com The Home Depot offers an amazing selection of ceramic and porcelain tile, hardwoods and laminate, and four dedicated specialists on staff to help customers select the best product for their homes. Home Depot’s dedication to customer service, coupled with exclusive products and prices, earned it a spot among The Best.

Florist GOLD - Flowers by Gerry 4601 Orwood Road, 634-1593 www.flowersbygerry.com Serving Brentwood for 38 years, Flowers by Gerry has a unique flair for floral design and uses only the finest and freshest flowers

and plants. Widely known for their wedding designs, sympathy tributes and flowers for prom, anniversary and special events, Flowers by Gerry also offers rental items such as arches, columns, vases and accessories to enhance any special occasion. Gourmet baskets, balloons, stuffed animals and candy are available as well. Their friendly staff delivers beautiful floral ‘expressions of love’ daily throughout East County and offers worldwide services too! See ad on page 46.

SILVER – Ribbons and Roses 151 Chestnut St., 634-3832 www.ribbonsandrosesflorals.com Ribbons and Roses is a custom, local florist, committed to exceeding your expectations whatever your floral needs. In addition to freshly cut flowers, Ribbons and Roses offers silk pieces, accent décor for the home, industry related gifts and more. Weddings are a Ribbons specialty, but they design for any kind of specialty event. Want to give someone a floral present?

Ribbons and Roses gladly delivers from Antioch to Discovery Bay. See ad on page 73.

BRONZE – Brentwood Florist 7973 Brentwood Blvd., 634-4313 www.brentwood-florist.com Brentwood Florist is a full service florist specializing in weddings, funerals, birthdays, anniversaries and more. Operated by a floral designer with over 30 years of experience, Brentwood Florist always goes above and beyond customer expectations, with personalized service and attention to detail, satisfaction is guaranteed.

Furniture GOLD – Home Goods 2460 Sand Creek Road, 516-0216 www.homegoods.com SILVER – Vision Home Furnishings, Consignments and Design 2430 Sand Creek Road, Suite D 513-1194 www.visions-home.com Visions Home Furnishings, Consignments and Design is an upscale

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BRONZE – Not Native 3901 Walnut Blvd., Suite C, 240-0331 Not Native has served the Brentwood community since 2000, delivering low prices and fabulous sales that you won’t want to miss. When hunting for a special piece of furniture, a lamp or an accessory, don’t make a decision until you’ve checked out Not Native’s eye-popping inventory. See ad on page 72.

Gas Station GOLD – Dallas Shanks Chevron 190 Griffith Lane, 513-2815 Keeping the Brentwood community

on the road since 1972, Dallas Shanks Chevron thanks its loyal customers who pull into its pumps and regularly vote it the station with high-quality gasoline, competitive prices and excellent service. Open 24/7, this Brentwood institution offers home-cooked food in its mini-mart, plus a touch-free car wash that will get you back on the road in no time. See ad on page 15.

SILVER – Quik Stop 3940 Walnut Blvd., 634-0369 Quik Stop always has competitively priced gasoline – if not the lowest prices in town. They also offer diesel gasoline and provide free air and water at two windshield-washing stations. The staff strives to create a neighborhood feel, where every customer is welcomed and valued.

Judging from the number of votes it received, Quik Stop is hitting the mark. See ad on page 21.

BRONZE – Arco AM/PM 2250 Balfour Road, 240-9073 6481 Lone Tree Way, 240-8280 www.ampm.com

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Their staff of experienced and award-winning designers is ready to help you beautify your home.

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GOLD – Brentwood Golf Club 100 Summerset Drive, 516-3400 www.brentwoodgolf.com Brentwood Golf Club’s 18- and 9-hole courses were both designed by world-renowned golf course architect, Ted Robinson. They provide a tremendous test to golfers of all skill levels. Public play is encouraged, with tee time reservations accepted up to a week in advance. Outside tournament groups and corporate outing reservations are also welcome, and may be made up to 18 months in advance. Brentwood Golf Club’s excellent playing conditions, friendly staff and superb service earned it the title of The Best. See ad on page 26.

SILVER – Deer Ridge Golf Club 801 Foothill Drive, 516-6600 www.deerridgecc.com Featuring a look straight out of golf’s golden age, Deer Ridge Golf Club offers breathtaking views, a challenging test of golf and first-rate amenities. See why

BRONZE – Shadow Lakes Golf Club 401 West Country Club Drive 516-2837 www.golfinbrentwood.com/ sl_home/ Shadow Lakes Golf Club showcases dramatic elevation change, native grasses outlining each hole, natural boulder outcroppings, sharply sculpted bunkers and an immaculately groomed course. No matter your level of skill, you’ll enjoy a memorable outing. Our golfing readers urge you tee it up at Shadow Lakes.

Golf Practice Range GOLD – Shadow Lakes Golf Club 401 West Country Club Drive 516-2837 www.golfinbrentwood.com/ sl_home/ Shadow Lakes’ practice range combines a panoramic view of Mt. Diablo and its foothills, an

extensive array of targets and a superb short-game practice area.

Take your driver, irons, wedges and putter for a swing on Shadow Lakes’ outstanding range. Your scorecard will thank you.

SILVER – Deer Ridge Golf Club 801 Foothill Drive, 516-6600 www.deerridgecc.com Featuring two putting greens and multiple chipping and bunkershot targets, the practice facility at Deer Ridge will help you hone every delicate shot in your bag and discover a few you never knew were there.

Golf Store GOLD – Shadow Lakes Golf Club 401 West Country Club Drive 516-2837 www.golfinbrentwood.com/ sl_home/ Shadow Lakes’ golf shop offers the finest golf equipment and apparel, plus an attentive staff. Come shop in comfort at Shadow Lakes’ inviting clubhouse where you will

find apparel lines by Under Armour, Greg Norman, Cutter & Buck, Adidas, Antigua and Geer for Sport.

SILVER – Deer Ridge Golf Club 801 Foothill Drive, 516-6600 www.deerridgecc.com BRONZE – Brentwood Golf Club 100 Summerset Drive, 516-3400 www.brentwoodgolf.com Brentwood Golf Club’s well-stocked golf shop full of clothing, balls and accessories will sate any golfing appetite. Need a golf shirt in the latest style or a high-tech driver that will help you clear those distant hazards? Stop in Brentwood Golf Club’s shop to get equipped before playing one of the ground’s tremendous courses. See ad on page 26.

Grocery Store GOLD – Safeway 3110 Balfour Road, 626-6020 1125 Second St., 634-6780 www.safeway.com Safeway’s Second Street store has been a grocery mainstay in

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SILVER – Raley’s 2400 Sand Creek Road, 513-9400 www.raleys.com Raley’s is a full service grocery with a tradition of excellence. Raley’s goal is to provide busy, health conscious families with delicious, easy meal ideas at an everyday value.

Raley’s individual departments combine to provide a full panorama of products for Brentwood residents.

a fabulous new look for anyone in the family. Along with a whole new you, they offer a huge selection of hair products and accessories.

SaLon Vitor thanks Brentwood for continually voting it The Best hair salon. See ad on page 3.

SILVER – Revive Salon and Spa 8900 Brentwood Blvd., Suite A 420-6477 www.revivebrentwood.com Revive Salon and Spa was built by a team of people who love what they do. They opened in May and have already been voted one of The Best - a testimony to the caliber of their staff and service. With their day spa and beauty services, including hair, skincare and waxing, their goal, to have you leave your day at the door and truly relax, is met every time. See ad on page 72.

BRONZE – Carol Carey Couture Salon 3181 Balfour Road, 513-1950 www.carolcareysalon.com Carol Carey Couture Salon’s staff believes in treating each person

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GOLD – Delta Valley Athletic Club 120 Guthrie Lane, 240-2990 www.deltavac.com Delta Valley Athletic Club offers fun for the entire family in a magnificent, 55,000-square-foot facility. Come climb the indoor rock wall or find some healthy competition on the court, then play a quick round using the golf simulator. Delta Valley offers yearround swim lessons, for members and nonmembers, in its heated,

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GOLD – Trader Joe’s 5451 Lone Tree Way, 516-3044 www.traderjoes.com SILVER – Health Hut 161 Chestnut St., 634-5361 As the first health food store in Brentwood, Health Hut has been in business for more than 30 years and consistently goes the extra mile to help you enjoy a long and healthy lifestyle. In addition to a wide variety of products, Health Hut also

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BRONZE – Delta CrossFit 7830 Brentwood Blvd., 783-6997 www.deltacrossfit.com As a repeat Best of Brentwood winner, Delta CrossFit employs coaches with a minimum of five years of CrossFit experience, who continually educate themselves in nutrition, strength, conditioning and mobility. With classes starting as early as 5:30 a.m. and going through 8:30 p.m., Delta CrossFit members can work fitness into their lives at their convenience. See ad

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GOLD – Ace Hardware 8900 Brentwood Blvd., 634-3201 Our readers agree - this is the best place in town to get all those hardware needs satisfied and rent all kinds of tools to boot. Ace offers a wide selection of seasonal items and holiday décor along with a remarkable array of paint and hardware options. Its expert staff is always ready to listen to your home-improvement needs and come up with the perfect solution.

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SILVER – The Home Depot Brentwood 1076 5631 Lone Tree Way, 513-6060 www.homedepot.com Home Depot has something for ev-

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HONORABLE MENTION – CrossFit Brentwood 580 Valdry Court, Suite 10, 240-6100 www.crossfitbrentwood.com CrossFit Brentwood offers a familyfriendly atmosphere for all fitness levels, earning them a multitude of votes and an honorable mention.

Find guidance and support as you get your sweat on with short, intense, daily workouts that incorporate elements from track and field, gymnastics, weightlifting and functional-movement patterns.

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SILVER – In-Shape 180 Griffith Lane, 513-87005 In-Shape’s 30,000 square feet of state-of-the-art amenities include a cardio theater, power-cycling classes, an indoor pool and more.

Its professionally trained staff is ready to get your fitness experience off to a fast start. Providing a wide assortment of cardio equipment, a full array of resistance training, indoor pool and Kids Club, this is truly the place to get in shape.

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BRONZE – Big B Lumber 6600 Brentwood Blvd., 634-2442 www.bigblumber.com

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They believe their clients deserve the highest level of service they can provide, and that they have a tremendous level of responsibility for the proper servicing and satisfaction of each client. See ad on page 46.

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Jewelry Store GOLD – Cre’me dela Gem Jewelry 626 First St., 516-6200 www.cremedelagem.com Our readers are glad to see a superb, custom jewelry store right downtown, and they have awarded it the gold eight years in a row. At Cre’me dela Gem, you can find nice watches, diamonds, items with precious or semi-precious stones, birthstone, engagement rings, wedding rings and a great deal more. Visit their award-winning shop today.

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SILVER – Simon the Jeweler 2430 Sand Creek Road, 516-8388 www.simonthejeweler.net Simon Tam opened the doors of his Brentwood jewelry store in 2002,

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GOLD – Shea Homes – Trilogy at The Vineyards 1988 Sacred Mountain Lane 800-685-6494 www.trilogylife.com The leader in luxury resort communities, Trilogy is designed for active baby boomers desiring a close-knit community in a spectacular setting.

Residents love Trilogy’s awardwinning service and thoughtfully designed homes, with energy-efficient, money-saving features. The new Club Los Meganos provides members 34,000 square feet of social, culinary and resort activity. Highlighted by an indoor fitness and outdoor resort pool, day spa and gorgeous event center with a spectacular view of Mt. Diablo, Trilogy at The Vineyards offers the very best in active adult

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BRONZE – Fresh & Easy 3141 Balfour Road, 516-4591 www.freshandeasy.com

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Martial Arts Academy GOLD – Crosley Gracie Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu & Muay Thai Academy 3291 Walnut Blvd., 634-6958 www.crosleygracie.com Since early 2005, Crosley Gracie Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu has offered the Brentwood community the

BRONZE – Ricardo Barros Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu 6730 Lone Tree Way, 240-7091 www.rbbjj.com Providing a family-friendly environment where everyone can learn Brazilian Jui-Jitsu. Ricardo brings more than 20 years of martial arts experience to his students. He offers classes for all ages that instill confidence and discipline, plus Muay Thai for kids only. The studio also offers women’s self-defense classes.

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GOLD – Jos. A Bank 2455 Sand Creek Road, 513-3943 www.josbank.com Jos. A. Bank is not just another menswear retailer. What makes them unique is also what has attracted customers to their stores for 109 years - a heritage of quality and workmanship, an extensive selection of beautifully made, classically styled, tailored and casual clothing, and prices typically 20 to 30 percent below that of their

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SILVER – Hollister 2505 Sand Creek Road, 240-7938 BRONZE – Kohl’s 5511 Lone Tree Way, 513-3370 www.kohls.com Kohl’s department store in Brentwood is stocked with everything you need for yourself and your home, including apparel, shoes and accessories for women, children and men, and home products, such as small electronics, bedding and luggage. At Kohl’s department stores, they not only offer the best merchandise at the best prices, but they are always working to make your shopping experience enjoyable.

New Store GOLD – Color Me Mine 2455 Sand Creek Road, Suite 136, 308-4548 www.brentwood.colormemine.com

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BRONZE – Broder Jewelry Design 640 Harvest Park Drive, 634-6398 www.broderjewelry.com Broder Jewelry Design can custom design and handcraft a beautiful piece of platinum or gold jewelry that fits your taste, lifestyle and budget. From an ornate, handengraved piece, to something with clean, sleek, modern lines, Broder Jewelry Design can create it for you.

premiere martial arts and fitness experience. Crosley Gracie’s staff experience, knowledge, dedication and passion for what they do, make them confident you will benefit from their programs. Crosley Gracie Jiu-Jitsu thanks Brentwood for voting it The Best once again. See ad on page 50.

SILVER – Max Martial Arts 410 Beatrice Court, 354-3758 www.maxmartialarts.net Max Martial Arts maximizes the martial arts experience by developing the mind, strengthening the body and building quality character traits. Experienced instructors provide practical self-defense training in fun, fastpaced classes. Furthermore, Max has a strong group of supportive parents and students who believe in the program and have seen firsthand the difference a martial arts lifestyle can make in the lives of families and communities of students. See ad on page 74.

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Nursery GOLD – Perez Nursery 2601 Walnut Blvd., 516-1052

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BRONZE – Maurices 2535 Sand Creek Road, 308-7916 www.maurices.com Maurices offers real girls real style that fits their real lives. The latest trends in casual and work wear, accessories, jackets and shoes, inspired by girls in sizes from 1 to 24. It’s a terrific new place to shop, both in-store and online.

www.pereznursery.com Perez Nursery has claimed the title of The Best for 13 years, and has been serving East County for 25.

The people at Perez are growing experts, and know exactly the right plants for our unique climate and soil – offering water-saving plants and techniques, along with synthetic turf. Perez offers in-home yard landscaping consultation and full landscaping services. Many of Perez’s trees and shrubs are grown here in Brentwood on their own 10-acre growing grounds. See ad on page 51.

SILVER – Eden Plains Nursery 1555 Eden Plains Road, 240-6311 www.edenplainsbrentwood.com Bringing more than 35 years of experience, Eden Plains Nursery offers a vast selection of fruit and shade trees, citrus and roses at low prices. You will love Eden Plains’ emphasis on customer service and expert advice. Check out their unbeatable prices on sod, for pick up or delivery.

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Best Shops & Retail Services BRONZE – The Home Depot Brentwood 1076 5631 Lone Tree Way, 513-6060 www.homedepot.com The Home Depot’s customers appreciate its large nursery and the one-on-one help they receive from its nursery specialists. Come into Home Depot today to complete your dream landscaping projects, with the help of dedicated associates whose goals are to be #1 in the world in customer service.

Party Rentals

GOLD – Got-A-Party 3981 Walnut Blvd., 516-7664 www.gotapartyinc.com Got-A-Party is fully insured and has the largest party rental selection in East County. Do you want a chocolate fountain, bounce house or twelve-foot hamster balls? GotA-Party has got them all, along with tables, chairs, linens, chafing dishes, tents, heaters and margarita machines. Got-A-Party even provides paintball equipment. See ad on page 65.

SILVER – Party City 2470 Sand Creek Road, 240-7669 Whether you’re hosting a kid’s birthday party, a baby shower or a holiday event, Party City offers party supplies for every season, occasion and theme, at a price you can afford. With more than 800 stores nationwide, Party City has the biggest selection of boys and girls birthday party supplies, holiday party supplies, theme party supplies and costumes. Nobody has more party for less!

BRONZE – Brentwood Party Rentals 2610 Empire Ave., 240-1275 www.brentwoodpartyrentals.com Brentwood Party Rentals has served East County residents since 2004. Quality, clean and professionally delivered party equipment makes your event a most memorable occasion. If you need canopies, tents, flatware, stemware, umbrellas, tables or chairs, Brentwood Party Rentals has everything to make your event a hit.

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GOLD – Wholesale Patio 234 Oak St., 516-1601 With its abundance of shining barbecues, smokers and pizza ovens, Wholesale Patio Store might just be your backyard heaven. There are grills, side burners, faucets, cutting boards, outdoor ice makers, barbecue vent hoods, fire pits, 75 different types of fire glass, whole assembled outdoor kitchens, food warming prep centers, cast iron cookware, freestanding heaters, fireplaces, outdoor ceiling fans, outdoor sinks, patio seating, charcoal – and the list goes on.

SILVER – Ace Hardware 8900 Brentwood Blvd., 634-3201 Ace is the place to go to for Weber grills, replacement parts and accessories. They carry a large variety of special sauces and rubs, unique tools and accessories and even pizza grilling items. You’ll find Traeger, Green Mountain, Weber grill parts and accessories and universal parts as well. See ad on page 48.

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Pet Boarding

GOLD – Brentwood Pet Resort 600 Concord Ave., 634-7378 www.brentwoodpetresort.com Our readers have named Brentwood Pet Resort The Best for 13 straight years. The resort’s hands-on staff gives your pet a wonderful vacation in a clean, safe facility - a true home away from home. Among the many highlights of this remarkable place, are the penthouse suites that feature themed-décor rooms and flatscreen TVs. Step through the doors of Brentwood Pet Resort and your experience begins with a smile and a friendly face. You’ll leave knowing your pet is in loving and caring hands. See ad on page 33.

SILVER – Brentwood Boarding & Grooming 4505 O’Hara Ave., 634-7777 www.bwboarding.com Brentwood Boarding & Grooming is an extension of the services

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GOLD – Doggie Depot 1300 Central Blvd., 516-7224 Find on Facebook.

SILVER – Brentwood Boarding & Grooming 4505 O’Hara Ave., 634-7777 www.bwboarding.com The groomers at Brentwood Boarding & Grooming are familiar with all styles, as well as breed-specific haircuts. They will work with you to prepare your pet’s coat in the style you request, so they look and feel their very best. Based on the needs of your pet, they have a variety of shampoos and conditioners to choose from. See ad on page 37.

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Voted The Best for 13 years in a row, Doggie Depot offers full-service and express grooming, massage therapy, nail care, pet bed laundry and special spa packages. The Depot’s friendly and talented staff is constantly upgrading its education through classes and seminars, in order to help you with all your pet’s styling and hygiene needs. Does your pet need a makeover? Call Doggie Depot’s makeover specialists today. See ad on page 53.

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currently offered at Brentwood Veterinary Hospital. Their facility is located within a block of the hospital, so your pet will be in the hands of veterinary professionals at all times. Veterinarians are available to consult on any boarders who experience changes in health status or to address medical conditions noticed by their professional groomer.

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Best Shops & Retail Services BRONZE – The Pampered Pet Grooming & Spa 7720 Brentwood Blvd., Suite B 240-0676

Pet Store GOLD – Petco 5481 Lone Tree Way, 308-7307 Your pet deserves the best, and when it comes to food, shelter and fun things to play with, Petco is the place to go. Don’t be overwhelmed by the huge selection – Petco’s friendly, knowledgeable staff will hook you up with exactly what you need.

SILVER – Brentwood Feed & Pet Supply 2500 Walnut Blvd., 634-0404 www.brentwoodfeedandpet.com Brentwood Feed & Pet Supply captures the warmth and spirit of the classic mom-and-pop country store of the past. The folks there believe a business should be based on good old-fashioned values like honesty, understanding and customer service.

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Pharmacy GOLD – CVS Pharmacy 1175 Second St., 634-7778 3171 Balfour Road, 626-3963 www.cvs.com SILVER – Walgreens 2271 Balfour Road, 626-3491 4520 Balfour Road, 516-8614 6570 Lone Tree Way, 240-6043 www.walgreens.com Since 1901, Walgreens has been a destination where health and happiness come together to help people get, stay and live well. As a trusted advisor for communities across America, and a convenient multichannel provider of innovative pharmacy, health and wellness solutions, Walgreens strives to be your first choice for managing health and daily living.

Stop by to experience its history of superior customer care. See ad on page 60.

BRONZE – Raley’s 2400 Sand Creek Road, 513-9400 www.raleys.com

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SILVER – FedEx Office 5601 Lone Tree Way, 240-1447 FedEx Office has built a reputation as the go-to place for shipping and mailing, and our readers say it’s well deserved. Whatever your shipping and mailing needs, large or small, FedEx Office will get the job done quickly and professionally.

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GOLD – Safeway 3110 Balfour Road, 626-6020 1125 Second St., 634-6780 www.safeway.com Safeway takes pride in providing a wide array of colorful fruits and vegetables year-round to residents from their two Brentwood locations. Also look for organic selections and a wide selection of fruit-based and vegetable-based prepared products such as readyto-eat salads. Safeway features locally grown produce whenever possible.

SILVER – Raley’s 2400 Sand Creek Road, 513-9400 www.raleys.com Raley’s takes pride in offering Brentwood customers an outstanding selection of fruits, vegetables and related products in its award-winning produce

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GOLD – Minuteman Press 200 Sand Creek Road, 513-4900 www.brentwood.minuteman press.com Minuteman Press thanks Press readers for naming them The Best printer in Brentwood. Minuteman Press provides a full spectrum of print and media services. Whether the need is promotional pens, direct mail programs, employee gifts or company signage, Minuteman Press will provide the expertise you need to compete in the marketplace. If you can think it, Minuteman Press can ink it! See ad on page 68.

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Best Shops & Retail Services department. Known for a commitment to healthy lifestyles, Raley’s features many produce items from local farms and orchards. Produce doesn’t get any fresher than at Raley’s.

BRONZE – FoodMaxx 4461 Balfour Road, 240-7166 www.foodmaxx.com

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GOLD – Smith Family Farms 4430 Sellers Ave., 625-5966 www.smithfamilyfarm.com As fourth generation farmers in East County, the Smiths carry into the future an important part of Brentwood’s past. Quality and freshness are important to the Smiths, who pick their fruits and produce daily. Smith Family Farms holds several seasonal events, so check out their website and mark your calendars.

SILVER – The Farmer’s Daughter Produce Walnut Boulevard and Marsh Creek Road 634-4827

www.farmersdaughter.farm visit.com A Brentwood institution for a quarter century, Farmers’ Daughter grows some of the most delectable, and pesticide-free, white peaches, apricots, nectarines and plums in California. For out-of-towners and locals alike, the beautiful views of Mount Diablo add to a pictureperfect vision of rows upon rows of trees, draped with an abundance of color and succulent fruit. Farmer’s Daughter’s produce stand and U-Pick operation run from May through late August.

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BRONZE – Dwelley Farms 515 Delta Road, 634-6508

RV Repair/Storage

GOLD – Road Runner RV 415 Beatrice Court, 800-644-7908 www.roadrunnerrv.net Road Runner RV specializes in RV repair and maintenance services.

They have been proudly serving Brentwood and surrounding areas

since 1998. With more than 30 years of knowledge and experience in the RV repair industry, Road Runner RV is confident they will meet and exceed all of your expectations. It doesn’t matter if you have a small or large RV, they will get the job done right the first time.

SILVER – Orwood Resort 4451 Orwood Road, 634-7181 www.orwoodresort.com BRONZE – TownCentre Self Storage 345 TownCentre Terrace, 634-7779 www.towncentreselfstorage.net TownCentre Self Storage’s toprated customer service, wide range of storage sizes and competitive rates inspired our readers to name it one of Brentwood’s Best selfstorage companies. Their friendly team members provide free movein trucks, computer-controlled security gate and offer climatecontrolled units.

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GOLD – Safeway 3110 Balfour Road, 626-6020 1125 Second St. 634-6780

www.safeway.com Safeway offers a broad selection of both fresh and frozen seafood much to the delight of Brentwood residents. As one of the largest grocery chains in America, Safeway combines big-time selections with small-town charm.

Safeway is also an industry leader in setting a standard for responsibly caught or farmed seafood and maintaining and supporting sustainability.

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BRONZE – Winco 6700 Lone Tree Way, 513-0475 www.wincofoods.com The employees are the owners of this supermarket low price leader,

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BRONZE – FedEx Office 5601 Lone Tree Way, 240-1447 FedEx Office has built a reputation as the go-to place for shipping and mailing, and our readers say it’s well deserved. When you need shipping and mailing – from small to large jobs – done fast and professionally, you’ll find that FedEx Office can handle all your shipping and office needs.

GOLD – The UPS Store 4291 2420 Sand Creek Road, Suite C 634-9405 Leave it to The UPS Store’s certified packing experts to pack your items with confidence.

Whether its packaging antiques, artwork, electronics or crystal and fine china, UPS can pack and ship anything. If you’re looking for packaging and shipping supplies for your self-packed items, online package tracking and multiple shipping options, The UPS Store is the solution. See ad on page 56.

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Best Shops & Retail Services the best at everything from basic shoe mending to handbag restoration to luggage repairs.

Competitors even refer customers to Maselli Brothers when projects are exceedingly difficult. So before you say that tearful goodbye to your favorite pair of shoes, bring them to Maselli Brothers – you’ll be glad you did.

SILVER – Aldo’s Shoe Repair 5421 Lone Tree Way, 240-9189

Shopping Center

GOLD – The Streets of Brentwood 2565 Sand Creek Road, 516-8500 www.shopstreetsofbrentwood.com Brentwood’s Best shopping center features more than 50 stores and restaurants, including BJ’s Brewhouse and Restaurant, Black Angus, DSW Shoes, Hollister, Jos.A. Bank, MAC, Maurices, ULTA Beauty, Victoria’s Secret, White House/Black Market, AMC Movie Theater, and the newly opened Go! Calendars, Games & Toys, Hot Topic, Zumiez and Xfinity. The

Streets thanks the community for its continued support and for keeping Brentwood prosperous.

The Streets of Brentwood is your choice for shopping, dining and entertainment.

SILVER – Sand Creek Crossing 2400 Sand Creek Road 800-762-1641 www.sandcreekcrossing.com Sand Creek Shopping is a premier shopping center with specialty retailers, restaurants, services, personal health care and the very finest retail majors including Raley’s, TJ Maxx, Tuesday Morning, Ross, Home Goods, Kelly-Moore Paints and Fitness Evolution.

BRONZE – Balfour Village 3100 Balfour Road

Skate Shop

GOLD – Boards ‘N More 306 Oak St., 240-5653 OK skateboard addicts, snowboard junkies and inline skate dudes and dudettes, here’s your special spot in the Best of Brentwood.

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for stuff is a lot of fun. Boards ‘N More will keep you skating along in great shape with wake, skate and swimwear plus lots of trimmings. You’ll look cool and feel protected with all the clothing and accessories for your favorite sport in a full range for men and women. See ad on page 56.

SILVER – Tilly’s 2505 Sand Creek Road, 240-1421 www.tillys.com Looking for active-lifestyle apparel?

Tilly’s keeps an impressive array in stock, from snow to surf, and skate to motocross. Tilly’s customer service is famously awesome.

Their knowledge of ever-evolving trends and their access to the most popular brands allows Tilly’s to have an unparalleled assortment of merchandise for your sporting and lifestyle needs.

BRONZE – Mainland Skate and Surf 2535 Sand Creek Road, 516-4621 Mainland Skate and Surf is the retail leader for providing the latest trends and exclusive brands

in clothing, footwear, accessories and sporting goods. Besides the wide selection of lifestyle and streetwear brands that make them unique, they take pride in customer service and the presentation of their stores.

Tanning Salon

GOLD – Planet Tan 2430 Sand Creek Road 634-9000 SILVER – Planet Beach Contempo Spa 4530 Balfour Road, 634-9826 www.planetbeach.com At Planet Beach Contempo Spa, you pay a low monthly membership fee for unlimited, fully automated, push-button spa and UV services in a private room – no need for an attendant. Planet Beach Contempo Spa augments its rejuvenating wellness services with a wide range of skincare and nutrition products. Planet Beach provides all you need to achieve your skincare, wellness and stressrelief goals.

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GOLD – Calculated Punkture Studio 8065 Brentwood Blvd., Suite 8 684-4406 www.calpunkstudio.com Calculated Punkture Studio, aka Cal Punk, brings a new level of professionalism to the tattoo and body piercing industry with its upscale, gallery style tattoo and fine art studio. The artists will strive to create the best quality designs from your original ideas or will work with you on a custom collaboration. Whether you’re a die-hard body art collector

SILVER – Tina’s Tatts 6715-D Brentwood Blvd., 513-4090 Find on Facebook.

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Best Shops & Retail Services www.stylesforless.com Styles For Less offers trend seekers the latest styles of clothing, shoes, accessories and more for less.

Savvy shoppers choose from a chic selection of fashion-forward finds in school, athletic, career and weekend-wear, that fit any style and budget, in this fun and energizing store.

U-Pick Farm

GOLD – Smith Family Farms 4430 Sellers Ave., 625-5966 www.smithfamilyfarms.com In business for over 100 years, Smith Family Farms is working on their fourth generation of farming in the Knightsen/Brentwood area. Quality and freshness are important to the Smiths and if something isn’t up to their standards, they don’t put it out.

Smith Family Farms holds many seasonal activities, so check out the website and mark your calendars.

Or simply come out during U-Pick season and see what Press readers are so enthusiastic about.

SILVER – The Farmer’s Daughter Produce Walnut Boulevard and Marsh Creek Road, 634-4827 A Brentwood institution for a quarter century, Farmer’s Daughter grows some of the most delectable, and pesticide-free, white peaches, apricots, nectarines and plums in California. For out-of-towners and locals alike, the beautiful views of Mount Diablo add to a pictureperfect vision of rows upon rows of trees, draped with an abundance of color and succulent fruit. Farmer’s Daughter’s produce stand and U-Pick operation run from May through late August.

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BRONZE – Dwelley Farms 515 Delta Road, 634-6508

Water/Filtration Store

GOLD – Delta Pure Water, Etc. 41 Sand Creek Road, 634-6658 On the Better Business Bureau’s honor roll for the last 14 years without one complaint, Delta

Pure Water is all about customer service. Its staff can solve any residential or commercial water problem. Delta Pure Water carries a full line of water equipment, including water softeners, reverseosmosis systems and all kinds of filters and filter housings. The store sells purified water and ice, bottles, coolers, point-of-use coolers, crocks and stands, and now offers plumbing services. See ad on page 58.

SILVER – Eco/Success Water Systems 380 Carrol Court, Suite E 800-287-8798 BRONZE – Aqua Master Filtration & Plumbing 788-8179 www.aquamasterfiltration.com

Western Wear GOLD – Weathervane 225 Oak St., 634-5229 This family-owned store has been selling the best in western wear since 1981. The Weathervane

carries the big brands like Tony Lama, Resistol, Wrangler and Cruel Girl. Whether you’re a man or woman, boy or girl, if it’s Western, it’ll be here and priced right.

SILVER – Horsetown Tack 6675 Brentwood Blvd., 625-9900 BRONZE – Man Cave Consignment 3850 Balfour Road, 420-5614 www.mancavebrentwood.com Under new ownership by Val Valerio, Man Cave Consignment finds, trades and sells unique items for the male sanctuary.

Man Cave specializes in tools, sporting gear and collectibles, model kits, die cast cars, vintage toys, electronics, barware and of course, western wear. See ad on page 75.

Window Tinting GOLD – Platinum Tint & Car Audio 9010 Brentwood Blvd., 513-7581 Find on Facebook.

Platinum Tint & Car Audio invites you to choose from an array of optically clear and tinted films,

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Wine (Local Vintner) GOLD – Hannah Nicole Vineyards & Winery 6700 Balfour Road, 240-9463 www.hnvwines.com Hannah Nicole Vineyards has been offering estate grown and produced wine for 13 years.

Set amid beautiful vineyards, Hannah Nicole is a beautiful location to bring guests and

SILVER – Bloomfield Vineyards 633 First St., 783-0050 www.bloomfieldvineyards.com The Bloomfield family has been farming in Contra Costa County since the 1940s and is entering their fourth generation of family farming. Their first vineyard of Chardonnay and Merlot was planted in 1996 and eventually two other vineyards, consisting of Chardonnay, Pinot Grigio, Riesling, Sauvignon Blanc and Viognier, followed. Bloomfield Vineyards has been producing award-winning wines since 2004 and is now embarking on its 11th vintage.

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BRONZE – Tamayo Family Vineyards 2155 Elkins Way, 513-8463 www.tamayofamilyvineyards.com

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If you’re looking When asked for a little more to pinpoint the exercise, readers Best Example suggest hiking of Government If you’re looking for an evening out with fabulous food and spirits, the beautiful Vic Stewart’s is the place. Combined with an inviting ambiance Spending, our Round Valley and excellent service, voters picked Vic Stewart’s for romance and readers chose fine dining. and Marsh to acknowledge Creek trails.

Brentwood’s work to develop a new library, After all that fresh air and exertion, our upgrades to local building facades and down- visitors are entitled to some nourishment – The Art, Wine and Jazz Festival held at The Streets of town’s beautiful park and community center. with a stylish twist. What do voters consider Brentwood each August is a family-friendly event.

They also gave a tip of the hat to the city for its the Best Place for a Romantic Date? financial contributions to maintain the ComThey named three of Brentwood’s have a dance night out, readers suggest a visit munity Center and the police department’s temples of taste: Vic Stewart’s on Balfour to the Uptown Lounge, Sweeney’s, Tailgaters new vehicles. Top on the list was also the city’s Road, Cap’s Oak Street Bar & Grill in the heart and CoCo Wine Company. If you can find collaborative effort to keep the Highway 4 im- of downtown, and Scottie’s Shutters Bras- a way to lure your visitor to town at a time provement projects rolling along. serie on Elkins Way. Bon Appétit and happy of your choosing, here’s how our readers weighed in on the Favorite Event category: Considering Brentwood resident’s repu- romancing! tation for taking care of their own, Most Of course, the Best Place To Show a the Starry Nights Concert series held at City Community-Minded Company is a category Visitor sums it Park on Fridays that understandably attracted a lot of com- all up, and our throughout the petition. Taking the Gold was Harvest Bowl, readers insist summer, the city’s followed by Willy’s Bagels & Blends, which you can’t August Art, Wine operates stores on Second Street and Balfour go wrong & Jazz Festival, an Road, and our readers even gave us here at showing off event that entices the Brentwood Press a mention for our com- Brentwood’s the eye, taste munity-minded efforts. shopping buds and ear, and Most of the lifestyle awards read like haven: The the new Harvest the itinerary of a proud resident showing off Streets of Festival, held this Brentwood’s prime attractions.

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Best New Building, for the second year also a popular Grabbing in a row, is the Community Center on Second venue for the top headlines Street, followed by the beautiful new Cre’me city’s many Readers picked Round Valley Regional Preserve as the top place was the common dela Gem storefront on First Street. Its new c o m m u n i t y for a long walk or challenging hike. theme running storefront adds some extra sparkle to down- events such as through the results of the Best News in 2014 town’s charmingly enchanting atmosphere. the Art, Wine & Jazz Festival and Heritage High category.

Readers applauded the news that Balfour Vision Optix Optometry took home School Homecoming. Brentwood’s downtown Brentwood was voted the #1 city for homethe bronze for their beautiful new facility. district followed closely behind with our While you’re downtown, check in with amazing array of restaurants, retail and rich owners, followed by the annual nod for Councilman Gene Clare, who readers chose history. If you want to get your groove on and Playful City, USA accolades.

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Best Professional Services Appliance Repair GOLD – Contra Costa Appliance Service 634-0179 www.ccasbrentwood.com Since 1949, family-owned Contra Costa Appliance Service, has been an industry leader. With fully stocked service vehicles and experienced technicians, they provide quality service at a competitive price and can complete most repairs on the first visit. Call to find out why Contra Costa Appliance Service has been voted The Best time after time. See ad on page 16.

SILVER – Mr. Appliance 625-9959 www.mrappliance.com Looking for the best of both worlds? A nationwide franchise, combined with a family-owned business, brings you quality customer service with timely response and quick turnaround on any major household appli-

ance repair, whether it’s a washer, dryer, freezer or dishwasher.

The expert technicians at Mr. Appliance value your home and will treat you and it with utmost respect.

BRONZE – M2 Appliance Repair 634-8852

Attorney – Business

GOLD – H.F. Layton Law Office 191 Sand Creek Road, Suite 220, 240-1040 www.laytonlawoffice.com Serving Contra Costa since 1991, H.F. Layton provides aggressive and ethical representation at competitive prices and the highest standard of professionalism. He and his staff are honest and sincere about a client’s legal position, whether representing individuals or corporations on a local, national or international level. When you need an attorney, take our readers’ advice and seek the experts at H.F. Layton. See ad on page 67.

SILVER -- Alvis Quashnock and Associates 613 First St., Suite 202, 516-1617 www.aqalegal.com Alvis Quashnock and Associates law firm takes pride in providing high-value legal counsel to business owners and entrepreneurs.

From starting and running a business, to obtaining patents and trademarks, buying a business, handling leases or planning an exit strategy, they are there to help.

They are experienced attorneys dedicated to helping clients achieve their goals through estate planning and business, civil, criminal, real estate and family law. See ad on page 65.

BRONZE – Kraeber Law Office 4510 O’Hara Ave., 513-1264 www.kraeberlaw.com Kraeber Law is the only employment law specialist in East Contra Costa County. Not only does the firm deal with employment and family law, they also handle medi-

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Associates are extremely attentive, providing immediate responses to customer questions and concerns, and giving peace of mind quickly to those who need it.

Attorney – Civil GOLD – Alvis Quashnock and Associates 613 First St., Suite 202, 516-1617 www.aqalegal.com Civil litigation demands knowledgeable and experienced legal counsel, which is what Alvis Quashnock and Associates law firm provides. Nearly any type of disagreement can escalate into litigation, and Alvis Quashnock and Associates’ clients depend on them to help resolve disputes through negotiation, mediation or trial.

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SILVER – Kraeber Law Office 4510 O’Hara Ave., 513-1264 www.kraeberlaw.com Kraeber Law deals with civil litigation and medical malpractice, as well as family and employment law. The firm’s associates are extremely attentive, providing immediate responses to customer questions and concerns and giving peace of mind quickly to those who need it. Kraeber Law’s dedication to the community is evident; the office is a member of the Brentwood Rotary Club and is routinely involved in town events.

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GOLD – Ruth N. Buzzard, Attorney & Counselor at Law 729-D First St., 516-7459 www.buzzardlaw.net One of Contra Costa County’s premier family law attorneys is right here is Brentwood. Ruth N. Buzzard, attorney and counselor at law, is well known among her fellow attorneys, and in this community, and has one of the best reputations around. For all your family law or estate planning needs, you can rest assured that this firm will effectively handle all aspects of your case from start to finish. See ad on page 47.

BRONZE – H.F. Layton Law Office 191 Sand Creek Road, Suite 220 240-1040 www.laytonlawoffice.com Serving Contra Costa since 1991, H.F. Layton provides aggressive and ethical representation at competitive prices and the highest standard of professionalism. He and his staff are

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BRONZE - Alvis Quashnock and Associates 613 First St., Suite 202, 516-1617 www.aqalegal.com Divorce and family law matters are life changing. Alvis Quashnock and Associates law firm understands this, and focuses on achieving your goals with compassionate and experienced legal representation. Whether you wish to resolve matters through mediation or litigation, you can also rely on their estate planning, civil, real estate, business, IP and criminal law services. See ad on page 65.

Bank

GOLD – Chase 3100 Balfour Road, 240-8426

www.chase.com Chase is delighted to be voted The Best Bank in Brentwood. Visit Chase for a comprehensive conversation about your financial goals, whether financing your first home or preparing for retirement. At Chase, the mission is about putting their resources to work to help the community thrive.

SILVER – Bank of the West 4540 Balfour Road, 634-2161 www.bankofthewest.com Bank of the West believes in relationship banking and strives every day to provide extraordinary customer service, constantly monitoring customer satisfaction and internally sharing feedback from customers.

You’ll find Bank of the West a place that rewards team members who provide extraordinary service and inspire everyone to keep the customer first. See ad on page 52.

BRONZE – Wells Fargo Bank 1115 Second St., 513-6000 www.wellsfargo.com

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Banker GOLD – Lori Avon Bank of the West 4540 Balfour Road, 634-2161 Our readers highly recommend Bank of the West’s Lori Avon, who has worked in the Brentwood branch for 26 years. Her vast experience helps customers feel comfortable when they talk about their business and personal banking needs. She credits the bank’s success to her customers who appreciate a true relationship bank. See ad on page 52.

SILVER – Patty Rivera Tri Counties Bank 2400 Sand Creek Road, 634-5500 Patty Rivera has been with Tri Counties Bank for eight years and helps to oversee operations and service. Over the years, she has grown and maintained a loyal customer base. She works closely with the Tri Counties service team to provide customers with oneof-a-kind service. A big thank you

to the community for recognizing Patty’s dedication to her customers’ financial success and well-being.

BRONZE – Rita Murdock ECC Bank 740 First St., 634-2111 2251 Balfour Road, 308-7011 www.bankbac.com A banker since 1972, Rita Murdock has been working for ECC Bank for 22 years. “I’m fortunate to have had the opportunity to work for East Contra Costa County’s oldest community bank where we strive to meet the needs of our customers and support our communities,” she says. See ad on page 6.

Bookkeeping

GOLD – Book Busters Bookkeeping Service 2145 Elkins Way, Suite F, 634-8682 www.bookbusters.net Book Busters is a full-charge bookkeeping and payroll service. Their knowledge and expertise enable them to provide services tailored

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If you are in need of a family law or estate planning attorney, need help with a custody or support modification, mediate family law disputes, preparation of a will, trust, power of attorney or health care directive, we will act on your behalf aggressively and competently to achieve the most advantageous outcome for your situation.

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Some services include QuickBooks consulting and training, payroll processing and reporting, reconstruction of books for IRS audits, A/P and A/R, monthly reconciliation and financial statement reporting. BBBS also provides support and services for QuickBooks online users, with certified ProAdvisors on hand. BBBS gives a big thank you to the community for giving it another gold star. See ad on page 27.

SILVER – Reagan Management Services 60 Eagle Rock Way, 240-1242 www.reaganmanagement services.com Family operated and serving the community since 1979, Reagan Management Services owners Ron, Pat and David offer 36 years of experience and a full range of services to individuals and business clients, including tax preparations and planning for individual and businesses, bookkeeping and

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BRONZE – Computerized Bookkeeping Services 634-0549, cpubk@sbcglobal.net Computerized Bookkeeping Services has been in the accounting and bookkeeping field for more than 32 years and serving the Brentwood area for over 22 years.

Among other services, Kathy Vigil offers full-charge bookkeeping including setup and cleanup of company books and IRS auditing and support. Kathy’s experience in accounts receivable, accounts payable, payroll and payroll tax reporting for both the state and IRS, sales tax and general ledger, including QuickBooks, Peachtree and DacEasy, have earned her the title of Cleanup Queen. See ad on page 74.

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SILVER – Castaway Carpet Cleaning 1231 Comice Parkway, 634-3212 As much as you love your furry friends, the stains they leave on your carpet leave much to be

desired. Castaway Carpet Cleaning specializes in pet stain removal, and with 25 years in the business, they’ve seen and treated just about any stain a pet can make.

Receiving awards and praise in multiple area contests and online rating sites, Castaway strives for the ‘wow’ with every cleaning.

BRONZE – Pristine Fine Carpet Cleaning & Restoration 200 Oak St., 240-8860 Pristine is dedicated to providing each and every customer with the ultimate cleaning experience. Pristine’s highly trained, professional technicians are ready to protect and preserve all the surfaces of your home and business, and offer more than 30 years of experience in the cleaning industry. It’s not clean until its Pristine. See ad on Outside Back Cover (OBC).

Chiropractor

GOLD – Dr. Dale Giessman Delta Spine & Sportcare 350 John Muir Parkway, 513-8883

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GOLD – Dependable Carpet Cleaning 516-0911, www.dependable carpetcleaning.net Dependable Carpet Cleaning always lives up to its name by going above and beyond to give your carpet and upholstery a thorough and meticulous cleaning. Owner Vince Costanza treats his customers like family, and his handiwork will speak for itself. Friendly, honest and trustworthy service – and affordable pricing – is why Dependable has been voted The Best Carpet and Upholstery Cleaner in Brentwood and Oakley in 2014. “Thank you to all my amazing friends and customers,” said Vince. “You are the best!”

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Best Professional Services www.deltaspinecare.com Dr. Dale Giessman is honored to have been awarded Best of Brentwood for more than 10 years. Delta Spine & Sportcare was opened 21 years ago, as Dr. Giessman’s satellite office, and has become his full-time clinic for the last 12 years. He has a team of chiropractic doctors, as well as massage therapists and acupuncture. If you’re suffering from back or neck pain, headaches or other joint problems, call Dr. Dale, as Press readers highly recommend him as the go-to guy for better heath. See ad on page 49.

ity,” says Iannaccone. Dr. Iannaccone has expedited the return of many local athletes to their sports, and is a preferred provider for Kaiser work comp. See ad on page 61.

BRONZE – Actus Chiropractic 9030 Brentwood Blvd., 516-2363 www.actuschiropractic.com Dr. Val, of Actus Chiropractic, recognizes that each person has a unique blueprint, and that individual techniques are necessary for the best possible care. Actus Chiropractic can treat a wide range of issues, including family wellness, pediatric, pregnancy, athletic and sports injury, personal injury, back and neck pain and headaches.

SILVER – Iannaccone Chiropractic and Sports Rehabilitation Center 8385 Brentwood Blvd., 516-9970 www.iannacconechiropractic.com Dr. Alan Iannaccone has worked in Brentwood for more than 18 years and has loved every minute. “I believe that my patients return and refer, because I take pride in providing treatment of the utmost qual-

Computer Repair

GOLD – i-Net Computer 700 Harvest Park Drive, Suite A 634-0348 www.i-netcomputer.com i-Net Computer’s many loyal customers have a tendency to call the first time because they need a computer repaired, and to come

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back because of the personal service, quick 24- to 48-hour turnaround time and knowledge that the job will be done right, the first time every time. i-Net repairs slow machines, replaces broken laptop screens and other parts and makes a point of never trying to sell customers extras they don’t need.

Our voters think they’re the best at what they do. See ad on page 49.

SILVER – Cyber Wise 392-3285 Since 2000, Cyber Wise has provided local small businesses with IT consulting, for both MAC and PC operating systems. Its customer service and knowledgeable staff have earned it a spot in The Best.

BRONZE– Your Computer Guy Fran Lumb 451-8158, www.ycgeastbay.com

Contractor GOLD – J. Jones Construction Services 510-825-8082

When it comes to remodeling, repairing or improving the appearance of your home, your time and money are too valuable to waste on a second-rate contractor and unreliable results. Our voters recommend calling J. Jones Construction Services. Offering full-service plumbing, electrical, flooring and remodeling, owner Justin Jones takes pride in serving the residents of Brentwood with reasonablypriced construction services you can trust. It’s about making your home a more beautiful place to live. Call today for a free estimate.

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SILVER—C2BuildLandscapes 855-285-5900 BRONZE– T. D. Construction 516-6240 www.tdconst.com Hiring the right contractor is one of the most important decisions you can make. Don’t make your decision a hit-or-miss affair. Take our readers’ word for it - this out-

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Cosmetic Dentistry

GOLD- Brentwood Dentistry Dental Group 1181 Central Blvd., Suite E 634-6105 www.brentwooddentistry.com Are you looking to enhance your smile? The team at Brentwood Dentistry realizes that having a healthy, bright, beautiful smile enhances your appearance and allows you to smile with confidence. Thanks to advances in modern cosmetic dentistry, Brentwood Dentistry is able to improve your teeth and smiles with quick, painless and surprisingly affordable treatments. See ad on page 17.

SILVER – Brentwood Family Dental 4411 Balfour Road, 344-5296

www.yourdentistisyourartist.com Dr. Jamil Alkoury’s excellence as a cosmetic dentist has earned him accolades as one of Brentwood’s Best for the past 11 years, and along with that, possibly the best knowledge and expertise in his field. He’s a perfectionist and an artist, displaying his love and passion for his work in a painless and caring environment. Give his office a call and experience it for yourself. See ad on page 61.

BRONZE – Deer Ridge Family Dental 2201 Balfour Road, Suite B 308-7608 www.brentwoodchildrens dentistry.com With specialty partners Brentwood Children’s Dentistry and Brentwood Orthodontics, Deer Ridge Family Dental strives to deliver caring, comfortable, comprehensive and convenient dental care for teen and adults.

Dr. Joseph Sipin and his wonderful

team offer a cozy and warm office setting. New patients are welcome, and most insurance plans are accepted. See ad on page 4.

CPA/Accountant

GOLD – Tax Care Inc. 7740 Brentwood Blvd., Suite A 516-1225, www.taxcare.net The secret to Tax Care’s success is great service at low prices, and its pledge to treat every client as if they are the only client. Tax Care has been family-run and operated since 1986, with the majority of its business coming from referrals.

Managing income tax services, including individual, business, corporate, nonprofit and trust, audit representation, bookkeeping, write-up payroll, business filing, Livescan and notary services, Tax Care provides accurate and timely business and financial services. See ad on page 20.

SILVER – SMEED CPA, Inc. 201 Sand Creek Road, 634-2344 www.smeedcpa.com

SMEED CPA, Inc. set out from the beginning to differentiate itself in the crowded accounting, tax and financial services industry. Its guiding principles and commitment to the community are to be ethical, excellent and innovative in all that it does. SMEED doesn’t transact business with clients - it builds enduring, memorable relationships with patrons. It is called the SMEED Experience. See ad on page 73.

BRONZE – Zeid Tax Services 9030 Brentwood Blvd., Suite E 634-8061 Enrolled agents Victor Zeid, Mel Kysh and Patty Ramus, integrate their unique specializations to provide comprehensive and customized client solutions. They listen to their clients, and give peace of mind through their competence, integrity and privacy. Zeid Tax Services offers financial services, income tax planning and preparation, and smallbusiness consulting and bookkeeping. See ad on page 74.

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Best Professional Services Dance Studio GOLD – Expressions Dance Academy 640 Harvest Park Drive, 634-3339 www.expressionsdance academy.com This outstanding dance studio offers a full range of classes to students age 2 and older. At Expressions, students don’t just learn to dance – they make new friends, develop physically, build social skills and create memories that last a lifetime. If your dancer wants to take it to the next level, set a goal together for Expressions’ Performance Group or award-winning Competition Team. Expressions Dance Academy thanks Press readers for voting it The Best nine years in a row. See ad on page 33.

SILVER - East County Performing Arts Center 3901 Walnut Blvd., 240-5556 www.brentwooddance.com With more than 200 classes a week, 14 instructors and a

plethora of programs, East County Performing Arts Center has something for everyone.

Classes are offered for ages 2 to18 years, and include hip-hop, tap, jazz, ballet, contemporary and tumbling. Specialty programs include voice lessons, musical theater performance group, Boogie Babies and The Ballet Company of East County.

BRONZE – Fabulous Feet Dance and Athletics 80 Eagle Rock Way, 634-4399 www.fabulousfeetdance andathletics.com For 25 years, Fabulous Feet has given personalized training with attention to detail. Its focus is on proper technique in addition to dancing basics, giving each student the individual attention they wouldn’t receive in large dance groups. This makes Fabulous Feet Dance and Athletics an ideal place to learn, for both recreation and competition.

Daycare GOLD – Sunshine House Preschool 3700 Walnut Blvd., 705-1924 Sunshine House Preschool is celebrating its 30th year in business.

This great achievement has everything to do with its exceptional, passionate teachers, who have more than 200 years of teaching experience combined. Press readers highly recommend you check out Sunshine House’s outstanding daycare facilities and wonderful staff to discover why it was voted The Best. See ad on page 45.

SILVER – Dainty Center/ Willow Wood School 1265 Dainty Ave., 634-4539 Dainty Center enrolls infants and preschool children, while Willow Wood School, the elementary section, enrolls students through the seventh grade. The school is widely known for its petting zoo; reptile and amphibian exhibits; large play areas; cooperative, hands-on learning

groups; cutting-edge Technology Center; fun, educational field trips; and informative parent workshops.

Press readers are confident that you’ll find Dainty Center’s facilities and staff are The Best. See ad on page 53.

BRONZE -- Wee Care Center, Resurrection Ministries 1275 Fairview Ave., 634-5180 www.rezministry.org Wee Care Center is a preschool and child development program. At Wee Care, you and your children will find a safe and positive educational Christian experience. Wee Care offers a preschool-only option, part-time or full-time programs for infants, toddlers, preschool, pre-K and before- and after-school care.

See ad on page 75.

Dentist’s Office

GOLD – Brentwood Children’s Dentistry 2201 Balfour Road, Suite A 308-7608 www.brentwoodchildrens dentistry.com

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Best Professional Services Early dental care can promote a lifetime of healthy smiles for your child. Pediatric dental specialists, Drs. LaJuan Hall, Tiffany Ham and Rochelle Mangnakil and their nurturing staff, are committed to providing comprehensive dental care for infants, children and adolescents. To keep your child’s smile bright and cavity free, they offer sealants, fluoride treatments, tooth-colored fillings and regular check-ups in a fun-filled environment where children feel at home while achieving optimal oral health.

It’s their passion! See ad on page 5.

SILVER – Brentwood Dentistry Dental Group 1181 Central Blvd., Suite E 634-6105 www.brentwooddentistry.com Brentwood Dentistry Dental Group is devoted to restoring and enhancing the natural beauty of your smile using state-of-the-art procedures that result in beautiful, long-lasting smiles. This group believes that pre-

ventive care and education are the keys to optimal dental health. They provide a full range of treatments for all ages, from fillings to cosmetic dentistry, root canals and oral surgery – with a standard of excellence their patients deserve. See ad on page 17.

BRONZE – Liberty Dental Group 6440 Brentwood Blvd., 634-3501 www.visitlibertydental.com Liberty Dental Group strives to provide a superior dental experience found nowhere else. Their goal is to do the very best they can to ensure their patients are treated professionally, kindly and with the highest-quality dentistry.

Honorable Mention – Brentcourt Dental Group 1140 Second St., Suite A, 634-3503 brentcourtdentalgroup.com A general and family practice, Brentcourt Dental Group provides a variety of cutting-edge treatments, including Invisalign, one-appointment crowns, in-office

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bleaching and other restorative options, to help you improve your oral health and achieve a beautiful smile. New patients welcome and most insurance plans are accepted.

Dermatologist GOLD – Dr. Robert Beer Balfour Dermatology 2221 Balfour Road, 240-9116 www.skinquestion.com Balfour Dermatology’s staff is trained in all the latest lasers for cosmetic and therapeutic purposes, and offers natural and topical alternatives to oral medications. Balfour Dermatology is recognized as the regional center for detection and treatment of skin cancers. Dr. Beer is a boardcertified dermatologist who performs Mohs micrographic surgery and laser treatments – all under one roof in a modern, state-ofthe-art facility. In addition to his private practice, Dr. Beer serves as chairman of Dermatology for John Muir Hospital. See ad on page 22.

SILVER – Walnut Creek Skin & Laser 3291 Walnut Blvd., Suite 100 308-9510 www.walnutcreekskin andlaser.com BRONZE – Dr. Rex Moulton-Barrett 1280 Central Blvd., 240-8775 www.moulton-barrett.com Dr. Moulton-Barrett, and the team at Brentwood Laser and Aesthetics, provide a full-service, medicalspa facility with aesthetic services such as laser skin-and-hair services, vessel reduction, resurfacing, skin tightening, massage and the most effect line of skin-care products.

Their theme is safe, caring, detailoriented and cost-efficient.

Doctor’s Office

GOLD – John Muir Medical Group 2400 Balfour Road, 308-8100 www.johnmuirhealth.com See ad on page 13.

SILVER – Sutter Health East Bay Region 350 John Muir Parkway, Suite 105

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SILVER – Denise Kelly Esthetics by Denise 3850 Balfour Road, Suite 203 788-3040 www.denisekellyskincare.com Denise is a licensed esthetician, an electrologist and a certified permanent cosmetic professional.

From acne to anti-aging, her treatments get real results. Denise is now offering Dermapen ® treatments for skin tightening, rejuvenation, minimizing acne scars,

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GOLD – Sarah Cunha Revive Salon and Spa 8900 Brentwood Blvd., Suite A 420-6477 www.revivebrentwood.com Sarah considers each visit with her clients an opportunity to listen and thoroughly discuss the best treatment options for the optimum results they want to achieve. She is certified in microcurrent facials, the non-invasive face-lift, which use the body’s natural current to restore and rebuild collagen and elastin fibers. Sarah also employs Image Skin Care products, the highest quality of pure ingredients and medical-grade formulas. Visit Sarah at Revive today to experience the best first-hand. See ad on page 72.

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GOLD – IRS Cleaners 41 Sand Creek Road, 634-2811 Do you need same-day or emergency service for your dry cleaning or laundry? Then think IRS Cleaners! This local, familyowned business has had the friendliest staff in town since 2002.

Same-day service is available daily until noon, emergency service until 2 p.m., and weekly home pick up and delivery for frequent customers. Featuring the latest in environmentally friendly cleaning processes, IRS Cleaners meets your

BRONZE – Brentwood Cleaners 601 First St., 634-3018

Thank you for voting us “The Best” U-Pick & Corner of Walnut Blvd. & Marsh Creek Rd. Weekdays 8-7 • Sat-Sun 8-6 Produce Stand for 634-4827 2014 thirteen years! and a wide variety of fresh-picked local produce

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BRONZE – Dr. Jaime Garcia Brentwood Pediatrics 1191 Central Blvd., Suite D 240-7337 Dr. Garcia and his staff are dedicated to providing superior care to Brentwood’s youngest residents.

Dr. Garcia takes a personal interest in the treatment and preventive care of patients and parents alike.

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needs and has again earned your vote for The Best of Brentwood.

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513-2483, www.suttereastbay.org Life is about partnerships. When it comes to your family’s health and well-being, and getting support from doctors you can trust and a health care partnership with an outstanding reputation, our voters recommend that you partner with Sutter Health East Bay Region. Personalized and human, but with upto-date and easily navigated online tools and resources. It’s a full-service way of supporting your health. Sutter Health East Bay Region, “We plus you.” See ad on page 23.

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Facials

GOLD – Kaleigh Dillon, Sawã Spa 1700 Trilogy Parkway, 809-7171 www.sawaspa.com Kaleigh has lived in Brentwood her

SILVER – Allison Boen True Beauty Brows & Skin Care 3850 Balfour Road, Suite 208 216-3961 www.truebeautyskincare.net Allison Boen opened True Beauty Brows & Skin Care in 2012, but she’s been honing her skincare skills for 15 years. She specializes in advanced anti-aging skin care treatments, including microcurrent, LED photo rejuvenation, microdermabrasion, enzyme and

BRONZE – Sarah Cunha Revive Salon and Spa 8900 Brentwood Blvd., Suite A 420-6477 www.revivebrentwood.com Sarah considers each visit with her clients an opportunity to listen and thoroughly discuss the best treatment options for the optimum results they want to achieve. She is certified in microcurrent facials, the non-invasive face-lift, which use the body’s natural current to restore and rebuild collagen and elastin fibers. See ad on page 72.

Financial Advisor

GOLD – Apex Securities & Asset Management, LLC 8660 Brentwood Blvd.

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www.apexsecurities.net For the past 27 years, financial advisors Treva Black and David Roche have been helping clients achieve their financial dreams.

Presently managing more than $145 million, they provide a wide range of investment services, specializing in IRA and 401(k) rollovers, retirement planning and tax-efficient income strategies. The Apex team believes that success can be achieved only when the client’s needs come first. Call Treva and David and see why their financial savvy readers named them The Best. See ad on page 71.

SILVER – Lisa Ferrante Edward Jones 201 Sand Creek Road, Unit D 516-1821 lisa.ferrante@edwardjones.com See ad on page 63.

BRONZE – Dan Torres, New York Life/NYLIFE Securities LLC. 191 Sand Creek Road, 679-5519 www.dantorres.nylagents.com

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BRONZE – Carrie Delight Revive Salon and Spa 8900 Brentwood Blvd., 420-6477 www.revivebrentwood.com Carrie is able to customize services to each client’s individual skincare needs, while still providing a relaxing and pampering experience.

She has been a licensed esthetician since 1997, and is experienced with custom facials, anti-aging treatments, microdermabrasion, LED light therapy, microcurrent brow shaping, face and body waxing and spray tanning. See ad on page 72.

entire life and loves working with her community. She focuses on the overall well being of her clients, as she gives them time to calm themselves and take a break from their busy lives. She offers full esthetic services, specializing in sun damage and acne. Facials are customized to the individual person, and range from Epicuren anti-aging to DermaSweep microdermabrasion.

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BRONZE – Anthony’s Garage Door Service 2420 Sand Creek Rd., Suite 229 418-5606 www.anthonysgaragedoorsvc.com

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GOLD – Black Diamond Kids Center 2015 Elkins Way, 516-6619

www.blackdiamondkidscenter.com Black Diamond Kids Center’s goal is to provide your child with a positive and fun learning experience.

Their child-centered approach to teaching allows learning experiences in which students are more engaged, feel safe about trying new things and increase their confidence about their abilities.

Black Diamond is committed to providing programs to develop a child’s mental, emotional, social and cognitive well-being. Check out Black Diamond’s website for its many fun and exciting programs and events, including competitive gymnastics, dance, birthday parties and adult fitness.

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tional experience, from the first welcome, to stamps for the kids after class. The Little Gym’s fun, confidence-building classes, for children 6 months to 10 years, are designed to improve physical, perceptual, social and listening skills through gymnastics, dance, sport skills and noncontact karate.

BRONZE – Legends All Stars 580 Valdry Court, Suite D1 783-4137 www.legendsallstars.com

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GOLD - Trina Angeles SaLon Vitor 6560 Lone Tree Way, Suite D 240-0161 Trina’s passion is hair. She started her training in Walnut Creek, under some of the area’s most innovative stylists and colorists.

She relocated to Antioch in 1999, and opened her own salon a few years later. SaLon Vitor has been in Brentwood for over five years. Trina specializes in color,

SILVER – The Little Gym of Brentwood 3850 Balfour Road, 634-0034 www.thelittlegym.com The Little Gym of Brentwood has consistently demonstrated a commitment to providing an excep-

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GOLD – Nor-Cal Overhead 2145 Elkins Way, 240-5141 www.norcaloverhead.com Nor-Cal Overhead is a family owned business with experienced and knowledgeable technicians, who are ready to provide you with exceptional service, operating 24/7 throughout the Bay Area and Central Valley. Nor-Cal Overhead offers door sales, installation and repair, for all residential and commercial applications. Discover why Nor-Cal was voted the Best of Brentwood. See ad on page 9.

SILVER – All American Garage Doors 516-0451 aagaragedoors@gmail.com All American Garage Doors believes in honesty, quality and reliability, and customer service as a top priority. Customers speak directly with the owner of All American, and can expect same day service on repairs 99 percent of the time. All American provides both residential and commercial services, personalized to every customer, with products ranging from economy-based garage doors to high-end custom carriage house designs. See ad on page 60.

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SILVER – Stacy Hunt, SaLon Vitor 6560 Lone Tree Way, 240-0161 Stacy Hunt has met her clients’ individual needs and exceeded their expectations for 11 years. She stays current on new trends and technologies by continually updating her education. Stacy continues to grow her business and improve her skills by fairly pricing all her services and takes great pride in making her clients look and feel beautiful. Stacy is honored that she has been voted a winner four years in a row. See ad on page 3.

BRONZE – Karyn Galovich SaLon Vitor 6560 Lone Tree Way, 240-0161 For hair color so gorgeous

that people stop on the street to offer compliments, make an appointment with awardwinning stylist Karyn Galovich at SaLon Vitor. Galovich is one of the educators for her salon’s assistant program. She specializes in color and high-end extensions, up-do’s, facial waxing and staying on top of whatever is “in.” See ad on page 3.

Hair Stylist GOLD – Kristle Jones Carol Carey Couture Salon 3181 Balfour Road, 513-1950 www.carolcareysalon.com Kristle Jones is an award-winning hair stylist with over 10 years experience as a stylist and colorist.

Kristle specializes in Redken color, Keratin and Agave smoothing treatments and special-event styling, including print work. This beauty-industry expert looks forward to meeting you and creating a hairstyle that is custom tailored to you! See ad on page 46.

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GOLD – J. Jones Construction Services 510-825-8082 Specializing in bathroom and kitchen upgrades and general home repair, J. Jones Construction Services takes pride in serving the residents of Brentwood. Honest, hardworking and committed to his customers, Justin Jones offers reasonable hourly rates and guaranteed service. J. Jones Construction Services is here to not only accommodate client needs, but also to make the community a more beautiful place to live. No job is too small, call today for a free estimate. See ad on page 67.

SILVER – Bowman & Son Builders 2420 Sand Creek Road, 766-8224 www.bowmanandsonbuilders.com Experienced in both residential and commercial work, Bowman

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BRONZE– Stacy Hunt, Salon Vitor 6560 Lone Tree Way, 240-0161 Stacy Hunt has met her clients’ individual needs and exceeded their expectations for 11 years. She continues to grow her business and improve her skills by fairly pricing all her services and takes great pride in making her clients look and feel beautiful. Stacy is

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SILVER – Trina Angeles SaLon Vitor 6560 Lone Tree Way, 240-0161 Trina’s passion is hair. After training in Walnut Creek, under some of the best and most innovative stylists and colorists, she opened her own salon – SaLon Vitor. Trina specializes in color, extensions and the amazing new Olaplex product. She enjoys continuing her education both locally and internationally. Her dedication to bringing only the best to her clients has Trina continuously placing in Brentwood’s Best. See ad on page 3.

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Best Professional Services Locally owned and family-operated, Sexton Heating and Air has served the community for more than 18 years. Patrick Sexton has more than 27 years of experience in the HVAC field. Sexton Heating and Air is available for all your service needs, including maintenance and servicing or replacing your system. What also makes Sexton Heating and Air unique is that there is never an additional charge for night or weekend service calls. Your comfort and satisfaction are their #1 priority.

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& Son can tackle large jobs and give special attention to small jobs – and do it all on the weekends.

They’ve been working for many years with real estate agents, brokers and property managers.

Check out Bowman’s references.

You will see why our readers are such satisfied Bowman customers.

BRONZE – Steve Brown’s Home Repair & Maintenance 634-1282 www.stevebrownhomerepair.com Steve Brown’s Home Repair provides quality work at competitive prices to meet all your repair and remodeling needs. Steve Brown has been a Brentwood resident for 64 years and has been helping local residents with their home repairs for more than 13 years.

Steve is licensed, bonded and insured.

SILVER – Elite Comfort Systems 580-8875 www.elitecomfortsystems.com Elite provides quality work, excellent customer service and devotes 100 percent integrity to every repair – and gives you options for whatever works best for you and your budget. When Elite performs the repair, the service call is free.

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GOLD – Sexton Heating and Air 783-0987 www.sextonheatingandair.com

BRONZE – Fairview Heating & Air Conditioning 625-4963, www.fairviewair.com When you need experts to keep you cool or toasty, call one of east county’s oldest companies - still family owned and operated and nonfranchised. Discover why Fairview Heating & Air Conditioning was singled out as one of Brentwood’s Best!

House Cleaning Service GOLD – Bizzy Bee’z Housecleaning 337-0546 www.bizzybeezhousecleaning.com Bizzy Bee’z Housecleaning has a reputation as being a professional, dependable and honest team that thrives on communication.

Family-owned, Bizzy Bee’z prides itself on listening to its clients, and guaranteeing their satisfaction for routine housecleaning, vacation homes, moves in and move outs, and construction cleaning, both commercial and residential. This

housecleaning company offers a great referral program, and uses natural cleaning products upon request. See ad on page 66.

SILVER– Absolute Housekeeping Services 234-0573 www.brentwoodcleaning company.com Adriana Beddingfield’s attention to detail has propelled Absolute Housekeeping’s status as one of the Best of Brentwood for ten years running. Adriana and her staff are proud to be a part of the Brentwood community and thank everyone for their continued support. See ad on page 76.

BRONZE – Happy House Cleaning 848-6282

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GOLD – Visiting Angels 240-1100 www.visitingangels.com angelcare1000@visitingangels.com For more than nine years, Visiting Angels has proven to be the very

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Specializing in helping those who wish to maintain their lifestyle at home, or who need additional assistance in a senior care facility, Visiting Angels provides superior service in meal preparation and planning, light housekeeping, hygiene and bathing assistance, transportation and shopping.

These services coupled with compassionate and friendly caregivers make Visiting Angels Press readers’ top pick. See ad on page 67.

Black Diamond Gymnastics is a place where gymnasts of all ages can learn amazing skills and make new friends while having fun.

SILVER – HomeLife Senior Care 613 First St., Suite 217, 240-5770 info@homelifeseniorcare.com www.brentwoodsenior homecare.com HomeLife Senior Care’s mission is to ensure a better quality of life for elderly clients and their families in East County, by providing personal, dependable and affordable in-home care and assistance. Theirs is a name trusted by hospitals, skilled nursing facilities,

physicians, patients, clients and their families, and is recognized with an ‘A’ rating by the Better Business Bureau. HomeLife caregivers specialize in Alzheimer’s, dementia and hospice care. See ad on page 64.

BRONZE – Synergy HomeCare 160-B Guthrie Lane, 240-5501 www.synergyhomecare.com Synergy HomeCare is fully prepared to work with clients with Alzheimer’s disease or any other disability. Their in-home caregivers are trained to work with memory function, and can provide relief care, respite care or anything else from their full list of services. They will help improve the quality of life for your family member.

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GOLD – Tim Biglow Biglow Insurance Agency 1191 Central Blvd., 634-1234 timbiglow@allstate.com In addition to earning repeated Best of Brentwood accolades,

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BRONZE – Jim Greene Farmers Insurance 9030 Brentwood Blvd., Suite H 240-7776 Jim Greene and his team help their clients to be prepared when life happens. They provide annual Farmers Friendly Reviews of insurance policies to educate you on potential gaps in coverage, and make necessary changes and apply new discounts wherever possible. Proactive coverage and excellent customer service – get it with Jim Greene and his team.

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GOLD - LEBEC 634-4177 www.lebecinc.com Family owned and operated, LEBEC, Inc. is a licensed general engineering, building and landscaping contractor. LEBEC is a design-build contractor completing remodels of buildings,

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SILVER – Zamora Custom Landscaping Detail 864-3989 Thanks to the reliability, punctuality, and great communication from Zamora Custom Landscaping, customers are friends as well as clients. For 22 years, this company has provided landscaping and yard services, including weekly maintenance, to landscapes across East County. The team at Zamora would like to thank their friends for voting them one of The Best.

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As a small, family-owned business, Perez Yard Service can provide the one-on-one customer service and quality of work that earned them a position as one of Brentwood’s Best. In almost 20 years of commercial and residential yard maintenance, landscaping and gardening, Perez has brought to life the natural beauty in many local landscapes.

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Manicure GOLD – Lucy’s Nail Salon 4530 Balfour Road, 240-0026 Lucy and her staff would like to thank their clients for their continued support over the past 11 years. Lucy’s offers all nail and waxing services, so you will always look fabulous, from your fingertips to your toes. As a trendsetting salon, Lucy’s uses the latest technology and nearly 200 gel colors,

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SILVER – Dirk Zeigler Zeigler Insurance Group 1300 Central Blvd., 634-1240 www.zeiglerinsurance.com In its sixth year as one of Brentwood’s Best, Zeigler Insurance Group also ranks as a Farmers Insurance Agency Championship nationwide top performer. At Zeigler Insurance, they take pride in what they do. Real people answer the phone at Zeigler Insurance, so you can ask your questions without being required to answer questions first. Their goal is to provide you with the total insurance solution for all your needs

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Best Professional Services so there’s always a shade to accent your look. New gel colors come in every season to accessorize any special occasion or holiday outfit.

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SILVER – Em’s Nail Salon 2200 Sand Creek Road, Suite H 240-1195 BRONZE – Christine’s Nails 1280 Central Blvd., Suite J4 759-8550 www.christinesnails.net For a quiet, relaxing and pampering environment, look no further than Christine’s Nails. Specializing in shellac manicures, spa pedicures and rock star toes, with countless polish colors, over 150 gel polishes and too many glitter choices to name, Christine’s is not your ordinary nail salon. Appointments are needed, so call in advance. See ad on page 70.

Massage

GOLD – Sawã Spa 1700 Trilogy Parkway, 809-7171 www.sawaspa.com

Sawã Spa’s innovative massage and skin care techniques incorporate naturally occurring healing agents. This world-class spa is open seven days a week and offers six types of massages in 60- or 90-minute versions, including signature, relaxation, deep tissue, sports, hot stone and couples’ massage. A visit to Sawã will make it clear why Press readers gave this outstanding spa their votes. See ad on Inside Front Cover (IFC), page 1.

BRONZE – The Oasis Day Spa 640 Harvest Park Drive, 240-6274 www.theoasisdayspa.com The Oasis nurtures the body, mind and soul, through massage modalities and body and skin care designed to put the ‘aah’ in spa.

The Oasis’ amenities include shower and locker room facilities, robes and slippers, tantalizing refreshments, a sauna and steam room and a jetted river bath lounge.

SILVER – Massage Envy 2465 Sand Creek Road, 516-1818 www.massageenvy.com Massage Envy invites you to improve your lifestyle by letting its professional, personable staff soothe your aches and pains in a pleasant environment. Their affordable rates make it possible to enjoy therapeutic massages on a regular basis. You’ll leave Massage Envy with a bounce in your step and a smile on your face.

GOLD – Erin Summit Land Home Financial Services 3181 Balfour Road, 265-4141 http://mortgage.lhfs.com/ brentwood Erin Summit loves putting borrowers, who thought they could never finance a home, into affordable, individually designed programs.

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to give each client the personal attention they deserve. Clients of Erin’s look at her as an honest and transparent professional, whose passion and 10 years of knowledge are evident to all. See ad on page 48.

SILVER – Jennifer Lawrie, W.J. Bradley Mortgage Capital, LLC 408-8310 jennifer.lawrie@wjbradley.com The mortgage lending business is constantly evolving, so Jennifer works hard to keep up with changes and provide her clients and business partners with honest answers to their questions.

Throughout the process, Jennifer makes sure to communicate clearly and inform her clients every step of the way, making her a Press reader favorite once again. See ad on page 70.

Tie for BRONZE – Cynthia Ulricksen, Delta Lending Group 1280 Central Blvd., Suite B 513-9211

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Best Professional Services TIE FOR BRONZE – Kristin Calmerin Brentwood Lending Group 181 Sand Creek Road, Suite J-1 525-8320 http://kcalmerin.lenderama.com/ See ad on page 69.

SILVER – Summit Funding 141 Sand Creek Road, 634-6600 www.yourhomeloanexperts.net Summit Funding gives you the lending power of a national mortgage bank and the personal attention you expect from a locally owned business. High integrity, service and competency are its goals, with core values stating “do the right thing, do your very best, and show people you care”. Summit has superior training, support and systems designed for one purpose - delivering the finest client experience possible. See ad on page 41.

Mortgage Office GOLD – Brentwood Lending Group 181 Sand Creek Road, Suite J-1 525-8320 Brentwood Lending Group is, and has always been, committed to providing ideal financing solutions for its wide array of clients. Their loan officers are all very experienced and well versed in available loan programs in this ever-changing environment. Brentwood Lending Group clients include first-time homebuyers, move-up buyers and senior Bay Area executives. If you are in the market to purchase a new home, or refinance your current mortgage, give Brentwood Lending Group a call – they’d love to help you out. See ad on page 69.

BRONZE – Pacific Funding Group 70 Eagle Rock Way, 634-6700 www.pfgbayarea.com Pacific Funding Group’s experienced staff of loan officers strives to make the loan process simple and stress-free. From start to finish, the entire loan is processed and funded in Pacific Funding Group’s office. Quick turn-around times, fast approvals and in-house

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GOLD – Eyecare Galleria Optometry 2300 Sand Creek Road 240-8520 www.eyecaregalleria.com Many years of experience, and continuing education, help Dr. Ingrid Farinas at Eyecare Galleria to improve both vision and quality of life. As a mother of three, she’s great with kids and sees to it that her office provides a warm, familyoriented atmosphere for her patients. Eyecare Galleria was chosen by Allergan, a global leader in eyecare, to diagnose and treat dry eye. Its optical dispensary boasts a wide variety of frame styles from a multitude of talented designers.

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SILVER – Balfour Vision Optix Optometry 3840 Balfour Road, Suite A 513-0323

www.visionoptix.com Dr. Ong and Vision Optix do just about everything optometric, including laser surgery comanagement, cataract evaluation, contact lenses and sunglasses. They treat all ages and carry an extensive line of designer and affordable eyewear. Make an appointment with this outstanding optometrist and you’ll see clearly why he was voted among Brentwood’s Best.

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Tie for BRONZE – Brentwood Eye Care 350 John Muir Parkway, 634-6101 www.brentwoodeyecare.com In Brentwood for 24 years, Dr. Matthew Bronge, with his associates Drs. Joyce Roberts, Christina Atkinson and Casey Wegenke, practices total family eye care and Lasik comanagement. Brentwood’s largest eye care office has what you need in glasses, contacts and eye health services.

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Best Professional Services Tie for BRONZE – Delta Vista Optometry Associates 8440 Brentwood Blvd., 634-0303 www.deltavistaeye.com Doctors Carol Buchanan, Robert Cheung and Nathan Louie run a full-scope optometry, including the treatment of medical eye conditions, along with optical and contact lens services. The doctors and staff focus on the whole person, no matter their age, in order to best meet their client’s eyecare needs.

Orthodontist GOLD – Sheffield Orthodontics Dr. Robert Sheffield 1140 Second St., 634-4446 www.sheffieldortho.com Dr. Sheffield, and his talented staff, form an exceptional team committed to providing extraordinary service and the highest-quality orthodontics for all ages. Sheffield Orthodontics offers a wide variety of treatment options to fit your lifestyle,

including Damon Clear Braces, Insignia Custom Braces, Invisalign and accelerated orthodontics.

Since 2011, their Smile for a Lifetime Foundation has awarded more than 40 scholarships for free orthodontic treatment to local children. Sheffield Orthodontics would love to assist you in your journey to the smile you deserve.

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SILVER - Brentwood Dentistry Dental Group, Dr. Paden 1181 Central Blvd., 634-6105 frontoffice@brentwood dentistry.com Dr. Paden understands orthodontic treatment is a big decision, so there is no charge for his initial digital consultation or second opinion. Attempting to work with the natural space his patients have, Dr. Paden avoids unnecessary extractions to maintain a full, beautiful smile.

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BRONZE – Brentwood Orthodontics, Dr. Tiffany Louie 2201 Balfour Road, Suite A 308-7608 www.brentwoodchildrens dentistry.com Brentwood Orthodontics understands that every patient is a unique individual. That’s why they work to deliver a personalized experience in orthodontic care - one that reflects each patient’s individual needs. Dr. Louie and her team are committed to creating a relaxing, stress-free and rewarding visit throughout any treatment.

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Painter

GOLD – Diablo Delta Painting Co. 513-3244 www.diablodeltapainting.com There are lots of painters in the Brentwood area, but our readers urge you to look into Diablo Delta.

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company since 1992, Diablo Delta does a professional job and gives extraordinary service – on budget and on time, every time. You’ll appreciate Diablo Delta’s fullservice solutions for exterior and interior painting of residential and commercial properties, its attention to detail in preparation and highquality materials. Having completed more than 3,000 jobs in the area, Diablo Delta has lots of satisfied customers. See ad on page 52.

SILVER – Aiello Painting 864-9284 BRONZE – Rob Broocker Painting 634-8317, www.robbpainting.com Rob Broocker and his staff of highly skilled painters specialize in residential, commercial and multiunit projects and take pride in performing professional work at a competitive price. Whether you need one wall, your entire home or a multi-unit complex painted, Rob Broocker Painting has got you covered.

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2014 GOLD – Bright Ideas Design Center 5085 Lone Tree Way, 234-4624 www.brightideasdesigncenter.com Bright Idea Design Center’s fulltime staff, with no subcontractors, considers every detail to ensure a flawless fit and finish to your patio cover. From any angle, your patio cover reflects Bright Idea’s commitment to the highest-quality craftsmanship. Its Weatherwood material, aluminum that looks like real wood, ensures that you never need to spend money and hours of backbreaking work to scrape, paint and repair your patio cover.

SILVER – Sunbusters Patio Cover Company, Inc. 700 Harvest Park Drive, 625-0120 www.sunbustersinc.com www.sunbustersinc.net Sunbusters is a full-line patio cover dealer, featuring Amerimax’s maintenance-free Alumawood and Equinox. Sunbusters believes

in quality craftsmanship and products, which is why they can give you a five-year installation warranty on all patio covers. Sunbusters can design a patio cover to fit any budget. From your first contact, to after your installation is complete, you’ll get outstanding service. See ad on page 40.

BRONZE– T.D. Construction 516-6240 www.tdconst.com Hiring the right contractor is one of the most important decisions you can make. Don’t make your decision a hit-or-miss affair. Take our readers’ word for it - this outfit offers reliability, high-quality workmanship at fair prices. It’s why so many home and business owners call T.D. Construction for their patio covers. See ad on page 74.

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GOLD – Dr. Jaime Garcia, Brentwood Pediatrics 1191 Central Blvd., Suite D 240-7337

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Dr. Garcia takes a personal interest in the treatment and preventive care of patients and parents alike.

That’s why he was voted The Best Pediatrician in Brentwood. See ad on page 54.

SILVER – Dr. Richard Singer Sutter Health East Bay Region 350 John Muir Parkway, Suite 105 513-2483 www.suttereastbay.org As a pediatrician representing Sutter Health East Bay Region, Dr. Singer utilizes years of experience, and the reputation and backing of his Sutter family, to provide the highest level of care and support to your child. Beyond what he brings professionally, Dr. Singer simply cares. Approachable, knowledgeable, compassionate and responsive. Your children rely on you to take care of them.

Rely on Dr. Singer to help you do just that. See ad on page 23.

BRONZE – Diablo Valley Pediatrics 1200 Central Blvd., Suite A 516-6888 www.dvpmg.com

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GOLD – HiTech Nails and Spa 3130 Balfour Road, 513-3255 www.hitechnails.net As a full-service nail and skin care salon, HiTech Nails tailors each client’s pedicure to her individual needs. All pedicures include a 15-minute massage with pressure points and hot stones. HiTech’s Deluxe Spa Pedicure uses an exfoliating sea salt scrub, a rejuvenating aromatherapy foot masque and creative spa oil. Let HiTech’s friendly staff transport you from the stress of home and work, to a place of pampered relaxation.

HiTech offers high-quality products, state-of-the-art technology and strict sanitation practices. See ad on page 54.

SILVER – Lucy’s Nail Salon 4530 Balfour Road, 240-0026 Lucy and her staff would like to thank their clients for their continued support over the past 11 years. Her trendsetting salon offers an assortment of aromatherapy spa options such as lavender, mandarin citrus, butter and cream, mango and coco smoothie, milk and honey and ocean. Additional varieties will arrive each spring, so Lucy can continuously expand the full body experience her clients receive along with their pedicure.

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BRONZE – Em’s Nail Salon 2200 Sand Creek Road, Suite H 240-1195

Personal Trainer

GOLD - Erik Ureta Delta CrossFit 29 Spruce St., 783-6997 www.deltacrossfit.com A former marathoner, Erik has a passion for distance running and Olympic-caliber weightlift-

ing, and he’s the head trainer of Delta CrossFits barbell club. Not only has Erik trained elite athletes who have placed at the CrossFit NorCal Regionals, this year he also coached contestants at the USAWsanctioned Olympic weightlifting meets, the National University Championships and the National Youth Championship & Youth Olympic Games Trials. See ad on page 32.

Tie for SILVER - Allison Harris Delta Valley Athletic Club 120 Guthrie Lane, 240-2990 www.deltavac.com Allison Harris has more than 15 years experience in the fitness industry. The Delta Valley Athletic Club trainer is certified in AFAA Group Exercise, Coach Pilates Reformer, Mat Pilates SCW, Heart Zones Green Jersey Spin, Core Stability Level 2 and Zumba.

Tie for SILVER – Santi Lopez Padilla, Body by Santi 2545 O’Hara Ave., 783-9625

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Best Professional Services service practices mean all calls are returned promptly and pest problems are fixed properly, with competitive pricing and satisfaction guaranteed. Technicians are fully trained and certified, and use only the best-registered products.

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Pet Sitting GOLD – Paws-itively Pets Pet Sitting Service 516-9399 www.pawsitivelypetsit.com Paws-itively Pets owner Shelley Mueller is passionate about pets.

Locally owned and operated for the past 14 years, the service provides pet sitting in your home, so your furry friends are kept in the safety and comfort of their regular surroundings. Playtime, walks, meal times and special needs are attended to. Additional perks include mail and newspaper pick-up, plant watering, garbage set out and security checks. Pawsitively Pets is licensed, bonded and insured. Expect nothing but superior service and genuine care from Paws-itively Pets.

SILVER – All God’s Creatures 860 Woodsong Lane, 240-1770 All God’s Creatures provides companionship and individual, loving attention to your pet in his own environment, resulting in a stress-free atmosphere for him, and peace of mind for you while you’re away. Knowing pets are happiest when they get regular exercise and stay in familiar surroundings, this pet sitting service staff does everything possible

to keep your pet’s tail wagging, and Brentwood pet-owners have trusted them to do so for 10 years.

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Photographer

GOLD – Generations Photography, Jennifer Fink 516-3840 www.generationsbyjennifer.com Jennifer Fink captures all styles of portraits, including studio, onlocation, lifestyle and whimsical, through her full-service photography business. She can also combine images with artwork to customize invitations or other printed works.

She proudly works with her clients to fit any budget. You name it – Jennifer can do it.

SILVER – Nicole Brown Photography 480-522-5806 www.nicolebrownphoto.com Nicole Brown loves what she does and it shows in her work. She specializes in children, family, newborn and maternity portraits, and strives to capture emotion in every picture. In her desire for clients to have a connection with their photos, she routinely develops a bond with them that helps her relate and understand how to capture an image with meaning – one her clients will love for a lifetime.

BRONZE – Katie Niemann Photography 209-1958 www.katieniemann.com Katie Niemann takes the time needed to capture the images clients are hoping for in newborn and family photos. She revels in

seeing children’s unique personalities come out during the process and immortalizing them in a portrait. She is a part of Professional Photographers of America and is continuously educating herself.

Plastic Surgeon

GOLD – Dr. Kevin Degnan 2221 Balfour Road, 516-2602 SILVER – Dr. Rex Moulton-Barrett 1280 Central Blvd., 240-8775 www.moulton-barrett.com Dr. Moulton-Barrett, and the team at Brentwood Laser and Aesthetics, provide a full-service, medicalspa facility, staffed by experienced doctors and nurses, and administering aesthetic services such as laser skin-and-hair services, vessel reduction, resurfacing, skin tightening, massage and the most effect line of skin-care products.

Their theme is safe, caring, detail oriented and cost efficient.

BRONZE – Dr. K. Cary Canoun 2400 Balfour Road, 324-7404 www.drcanoun.com Located in Brentwood’s John Muir Outpatient Center, Dr. Canoun’s practice has become well known for providing outstanding surgical products such as mini-facelifts and gel breast augmentation.

From consultation through postoperative care, Dr. Canoun gives personal, attentive service and devotes meticulous attention to detail, resulting in the most natural-appearing results.

Plumber

GOLD – Henson Plumbing 9020 Brentwood Blvd., 634-0272 In business since 1986, Henson

Plumbing stands behind its work, providing same-day service whenever possible, plus competitive pricing. Henson’s knowledgeable plumbers can tackle all of your plumbing needs. They do service work, remodeling, commercial work and septic system installation, and they are always looking forward to meeting new people who tend to become loyal customers. See ad on page 69.

SILVER – Akeson’s Plumbing 325-3235 Dave Akeson has been doing plumbing work for more than 20 years. He enjoys working with his customers on a personal basis, and manages both commercial and residential projects. Next time you need a plumber, call Dave and see why our readers voted him one of Brentwood’s Best.

BRONZE – Brentwood Plumbing 3859 Walnut Blvd., 516-2772

Podiatrist

GOLD – Dr. James Greer Brentwood Podiatry 350 John Muir Parkway, 516-1551 Brentwood Podiatry offers preventive podiatric care, sports medicine expertise and surgical treatment services. Genuinely concerned with the health of his patients, Dr. Greer is committed to providing uncompromising excellence in the diagnosis and treatment of the foot, including diabetic foot care and wound care. He is also now offering one of the most exciting new technologies for the treatment of cellulite, heel pain and tendonitis, the EPAT. This non-inva-

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SILVER – Sand Creek Pools, Inc. 634-6681 www.sandcreekpools.com A family owned and operated

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GOLD – Sparkling Pools 698-0414 www.sparklingpoolsonline.com Sparkling Pools is a repeat winner for pool maintenance and repairs. John Huber, sole owner and service technician, believes in dependable, professional service and frequent communication with his customers. Through a quarterly newsletter and an informative website, customers will get frequent safety reminders, pool care tips and great deals on anything needed for pools and spas.

Whether weekly maintenance or equipment repair, Sparkling Pools helps his customers keep their pools safe and energy efficient and, of course, sparkling. See ad on page 65.

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SILVER – The Pool Guy 321-0866 the.pool.guy@hotmail.com For seven years running, The Pool Guy has been among the Best of Brentwood. Owner Rick Varin believes in providing exceptional service to his clients. In addition to offering monthly pool maintenance services, including full service or chemical only, he offers unique solutions for both residen-

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GOLD - Logan Pools 1388 Sunflower Lane, 513-9272 www.loganpools.com Logan Pools was established as a family business in 1996. Owner Mike Logan, along with his wife Andrea, and sons Adam, Josh and Sam, make up the award-winning design and build team. Their success over the years is a direct result of following a marketing plan that Mike developed years ago, called Million Dollar Plan for Success. Simply stated it says, “Do what you do so well that your customers will feel compelled to tell their friends, family and coworkers about you.” See ad on page 34.

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SILVER – Dr. John Scivally Bay Area Foot & Ankle Associates 2400 Balfour Road, 937-2860 www.drscivally.com Dr. Scivally is well trained in all aspects of foot and ankle medicine and surgery, and has a reputation as a gentle, highly skilled, compassionate physician. He also serves as the podiatric representative for the Medical Executive Committee at Aspen Surgery Center in Walnut Creek.

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Best Professional Services SILVER – Love for Learning Preschool 833 Second St., 120 Guthrie Lane 634-7212 www.loveforlearning brentwood.com Love for Learning’s preschool, Prep K and private kindergarten programs provide children with the academic skills needed to succeed in primary education, while also encouraging social and emotional growth and nurturing each child as a whole. A low student-teacher ratio helps promote developmentally appropriate practices that help children develop a passion for learning that carries them through their education. See ad on page 64.

Sparkling Pools owner John Huber personally maintains, monitors and keeps each client’s pool, what else? Sparkling! tial and real estate professionals.

His specialties include repairs, green-pool recoveries, startups, and one-time clean ups, with free estimates and consistently quick responses. See ad on page 71.

BRONZE – Your Family Pool Service 240-8954 Let Your Family Pool Service worry about your pool. This outstanding pool service, family owned and operated since 2004, offers expert repairs and service that’s among the very Best of Brentwood.

Preschool GOLD – Celebration Christian Preschool 624 Anderson Ave., 240-5437 www.celebrationschools.com

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Celebration Christian Preschool is committed to excellence in character development, academic achievement and quality instruction. This school has a low teacher-to-student ratio, is the only ACSI-accredited preschool in Brentwood, and embraces an experiential developmental approach, with a fully developed curriculum, including a Spanish program. Each child is encouraged to grow in all areas of development through play and interaction with the people and objects in the environment. The facility offers bright, cheerful classrooms, an extended playground and a lending library for children. See ad on page 35.

BRONZE – Dainty Center 1265 Dainty Ave., 634-4539 Dainty Center enrolls infants and preschool children, while Willow Wood School, the elementary section, enrolls students through seventh grade. The school is widely known for its petting zoo; reptile and amphibian exhibits; large play areas; cooperative, hands-on learning groups; cutting-edge Technology Center; fun, educational field trips; and informative parent workshops. See ad on page 53.

Private School GOLD – Willow Wood School 1265 Dainty Ave., 634-4539 Dainty Center enrolls infants and preschool children, while Willow Wood School, the elementary section, enrolls students through the seventh grade. The school is

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SILVER – Golden Hills Christian School 2401 Shady Willow Lane, 634-0493 www.ghcschool.org Golden Hills Christian School, a ministry of Golden Hills Community Church, provides Christian families a quality, Christ-centered education from pre-kindergarten through eighth grade. Your children will obtain an excellent academic foundation that will serve them well and prepare them for their future goals. Golden Hills looks forward to partnering with you in the spiritual, physical, emotional and intellectual development of your children. See ad on page 69.

BRONZE – Montessori School 3421 Balfour Road, 516-2111 www.montessorica.com Montessori School has been serving young children between the ages of 2 to 6, in half- to allday programs, both during the academic school year and summer schedules, since 2002. The unique, multisensory curriculum boosts each child’s special way of learning within the context of a supporting and nurturing environment. See ad on page 77.

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SILVER – JDK & Associates Realty, Inc. 50 Eagle Rock Way, Suite D 418-4442 www.johnkenneyhomes.com JDK & Associates Realty offers clients the luxury of a full-service, fast-growing office, staffed with professional agents who are dedicated to handling all your real estate needs, including listings, residential, commercial and property management. John Kenney and his team help you achieve your goals via up-to-date market

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GOLD – NextHome Town & Country Formerly Realty World 100 Cortona Way, 513-4004 Starting 2015 with a new name, but the same promise to put clients first and the same emphasis on residential houses, agricultural estates, land and income producing properties, NextHome Town & Country is thrilled to have the confidence of Brentwood voters.

With listings on 800 websites and mobile apps, and a paperless policy for more than three years, this office is green on top of being a gold winner. From start to finish with every real estate transaction, NextHome Town & Country earns your trust. See ad on page 36.

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GOLD – Jamie Connors JDK & Associates 50 Eagle Rock Way, 956-9654 www.connorsrealestate.com By always keeping her clients’ best interests at heart, Jamie Connors has proven they come first - before, during and long after, each transaction. Jamie specializes in all aspects of Real Estate and has been in the industry for over 12 years. She loves serving the community she and her family call home, and looks forward to many more years of continuing to do so.

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BRONZE – Best Property Management, Inc. 191 Sand Creek Road, Suite 100, 392-2411 www.bestproperty4u.com Best Property Management, Inc., a member of the National Association of Residential Property Managers organization, consistently makes customers their number one priority, and our voters are believers.

Their professional staff strives to take the pain out of being a property owner by providing excellent property management services.

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Their work experience, gained during the fluctuating markets, has strengthened their knowledge and passion for real estate. Why have only one realtor when you can have two? Christi and Steve care deeply about the outcome of their clients’ experiences, so think Team Durf for all your real estate needs. See ad on page 55.

SILVER – JDK & Associates Realty, Inc. 50 Eagle Rock Way, Suite D 418-4442 www.johnkenneyhomes.com JDK & Associates Realty offers clients the luxury of a full-service, fast-growing office, staffed with professional agents who are dedicated to handling all your real estate needs, including listings, residential, commercial and prop-

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GOLD – TownCentre Self Storage 345 TownCentre Terrace, 516-7070 www.towncentreselfstorage.net TownCentre has been an integral part of Brentwood for more than 20 years. Its top-rated customer service, wide range of storage sizes and competitive rates, inspired our readers to name it Brentwood’s Best self-storage company. Their friendly team members provide a free move-in truck and computer-controlled security gate and offer climatecontrolled units.

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GOLD – Cortona Park Senior Living at Brentwood 150 Cortona Way, 240-0733 www.brookdale.com Is that someone special in your family looking for assistance to make life full and purposeful?

Cortona Park Assisted Living offers rich activities, gourmet meals in restaurant-style dining and luxurious amenities. Come visit Cortona’s theater, swimming pool and view one of 11 floor plans. All include washers and dryers, full kitchens and patios or balconies.

Cortona’s friendly staff is there to enrich the lives of those they serve. At Cortona, you have fun and celebrate life every day. Call today for your complimentary lunch. See ad on page 55.

SILVER – Westmont of Brentwood 450 John Muir Parkway, 516-8006 www.seniorlivingbrentwood.com Westmont of Brentwood is a fully licensed, senior-living community, specializing in assisted-living

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BRONZE – North State Financial, Inc., Marianne Allison and Johanna Ortiz 1145 Second St., 510-393-3202 www.marianneallison.com Marianne and Johanna take the full-service approach to real estate representation, and strive to take the hassle and stress out of real estate. They are highly skilled negotiators, with an excellent reputation for completing transactions smoothly and on time. They love what they do, take good care of their clients and maintain ongoing relationships.

SILVER – Acorn Self Storage 6900 Lone Tree Way, 308-6798 Sooner or later, everyone needs some temporary storage. Acorn offers clean and secure units from 5x5, to 12x30. Their facility has electronic surveillance and every unit is alarmed. Every unit is single story, and RV storage is also available. Acorn also has a truck available for rent to assist you during a move. Acorn also offers a $1 move-in special on selected sizes.

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Westmont is right in the heart of Brentwood, but away from the noise and traffic. As one of a small family of communities, Westmont’s focus is on you and your family. Problem solving is Westmont’s specialty.

are no upfront charges, because solar panel installation is included at no additional cost; you only need an appropriate roof. Owner Mustafa Fazli helps his customers throughout the entire process, from installation to routine services years down the line.

BRONZE – Summerset Summerset I, Summerset II Palms, Summerset III Vista and Summerset IV Orchards each operates a homeowner’s association and recreation center, including a pool. The Orchards is a 1,000-acre community, with an 18-hole golf course plus tennis, walking trails and more.

BRONZE – Solar Universe 9000 Brentwood Blvd., Unit A 855-832-6768 www.solaruniverse.com

Speech Therapist

GOLD – Dawn Hopkins MA CCC-SLP/Wordplay Therapy Center 8660 Brentwood Blvd., Suite C 626-7474 www.wordplayspeech.com Wordplay believes in building trust with children and their families as a strong base.

This pediatric private practice of seven licensed therapists accepts insurance and offers individualized and small-group speech and languages services to support clients on their journey of communication development in a warm, family-focused environment. Wordplay started out of Dawn Hopkins’ house, and has grown with the support of the community over the past 10 years.

At Wordplay, they love what they do and do what they love! See ad on page 65.

Solar Company

GOLD – West Coast Solar 2155 Elkins Way, 516-3900 www.westcoastsolar.com West Coast Solar knows that your satisfaction leads to success in business. That’s why West Coast strives to provide the highestquality products, excellent service and the most competitive pricing.

West Coast offers you a wide range of financing options, including traditional loans and a zerodown lease. The people at West Coast Solar thank you for voting them The Best solar installer in Brentwood. See ad on page 57.

SILVER – Solar City Mustafa John Fazli 813-1212 www.solarcity.com Solar power from Solar City can actually cost less than you pay for energy now. In fact, it can add up to thousands in savings! There

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GOLD – Reagan Management Services 60 Eagle Rock Way, 240-1242 www.reaganmanagement services.com Reagan Management Services owners Ron, Pat and David, offer 36 years of experience and a full range of services to individual and business clients, including tax preparation and planning for individuals and small businesses, bookkeeping and financial statements, plus IRS representation. Since the firm is family operated, you benefit from personalized, quality services and

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SILVER – Carson Swim School 2601 Anderson Lane, 634-7946 www.carsonswimschool.com Carson Swim School celebrates their 30th anniversary in 2015. Since 1985, they have taught more than 35,000 children and adults to swim.

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She is a part of a dedicated special education team, striving to do the best for each child.

Tie for SILVER – Jenny Diaz Brentwood Union School District Brentwood Elementary School 513-6360 www.brentwood.k12.ca.us Jenny Diaz provides students experiencing difficulties with speech and language development the support they need to successfully access the general education curriculum. She makes her therapy sessions fun and engaging, sends home regular homework and communicates with families to advance her students’ speech and language skills. Her solid connections with students and families earned her a Teacher of the Year nomination at her school.

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the professional results you need, year after year. See ad on page 57.

why our readers named them one of the Best of Brentwood.

SILVER – Paradigm Tax Services 613 First St., Suite 210, 240-2886 www.paradigmtaxservices.com Rich Inglis founded Paradigm Tax Services in 2008 to meet a need for comprehensive tax and investment advice. As an enrolled agent and registered investment advisor, Rich has the knowledge and skills to suggest and implement strategies that can save you thousands of dollars on your tax bill and help you with all your financial needs.

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Travel Agent

BRONZE – Diablo Tax Professionals 8425 Brentwood Blvd., 634-5549 Diablo Tax Professionals owners, Stan Douglas and Dale Hornberger, devote their 30-plus years of experience to offering you a full range of accounting, payroll, tax and small-business consulting services. Give Diablo Tax Professionals a call and you’ll understand

GOLD – Casey’s Travel 634-2425 www.caseystravel.com Casey’s Travel has been in business since 1987, specializing in travel planning from local weekend getaways, to jaunts across the country, to international tours. While other travel businesses have come and gone, Casey’s has stayed strong through its excellent customer service and knowledgeable staff, and our voters consider them the go-to agents for planning their wellearned vacations and adventures.

SILVER – Getaway Travel 679-8428 BRONZE – CruiseOne 240-0932 www.aghiozzi.cruiseone.com CruiseOne has served the community for nine years, offering personal and knowledgeable service, the best prices and a gift

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with every booking. More than cruises, CruiseOne can plan trips to all-inclusive resorts and Hawaiian, Disney and european vacations.

Don’t book online - you and your vacation deserve real service with a smile. See ad on page 77.

Tutoring Facility GOLD – Kumon Math and Reading Center 4530 Balfour Road, Suite B 240-7397 www.kumonbrentwood.com With the goal of identifying and meeting the math and reading needs of each of their students, Kumon Math and Reading Center of Brentwood offers an afterschool program that empowers children to become self-learners.

Students at Kumon achieve not only academic success, but also the personal self-confidence to pursue their goals. Located in 47 countries, Kumon is helping millions of children around the globe. See ad on page 58.

SILVER – Sylvan Learning Center 2200 Sand Creek Road, 679-8667 www.sylvanlearning.com/ brentwood Dedicated to helping all students achieve academic success while bolstering self-confidence, Sylvan Learning Center shines as a onestop shop for educational growth.

Offering individualized programs in reading, math, writing, study skills and college prep, Sylvan’s tutors work hard to support local students by addressing their needs now and in the future. Discover why our readers named Sylvan Learning Center one of The Best tutoring facilities in Brentwood.

BRONZE – Tamie’s Tutoring 437-1259 tsdayton@comcast.net Find on Facebook.

Focusing exclusively on math skills for students in grades 6 through 12 allows Tamie’s Tutoring owner, Tamie Dayton, to tailor her sessions to the individual needs of

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each of her students. Brentwood voters appreciate that a relaxed atmosphere, flexibility with scheduling and reasonable rates, are also part of the program. See ad on page 72.

Upholstery Cleaner GOLD – Dependable Carpet Cleaning 516-0911 Dependable Carpet Cleaning always lives up to its name by going above and beyond to give your carpet and upholstery a thorough and meticulous cleaning. Owner Vince Costanza treats his customer like family, and his handiwork will speak for itself.

Friendly, honest and trustworthy service – and affordable pricing – is why Dependable has been voted the Best Carpet & Upholstery Cleaner in Brentwood and Oakley in 2014. “Thank you to all my amazing friends and customers,” says Vince. “You are the best!” See ad on page 19.

SILVER – Presto Carpet & Tile Cleaning 513-8008 www.prestocarpetcleaning.com Family owned and operated, Presto Carpet strives to give superior customer service to their clients. “We’re not happy until you are happy,” is the way they run their business, and your satisfaction is guaranteed. Presto’s fantastic Yelp reviews, coupled with its coveted place among The Best, make calling this company a must next time you’re thinking of cleaning your carpet, tile, grout or

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BRONZE – Castaway Carpet Cleaning 1231 Comice Parkway, 634-3212 As much as you love your furry friends, the stains they leave on your upholstery leave much to be desired. Castaway Carpet Cleaning specializes in pet stain removal, and with 25 years in the business, they’ve seen and treated just about any stain a pet can make.

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GOLD – Brentwood Veterinary Hospital 4519 O’Hara Ave., 634-1177 www.brentwoodvet.net In business since 1979, Brentwood Veterinary Hospital offers residents and their beloved animal companions general medicine, wellness surgery, dentistry, orthopedic surgery, laser therapy, boarding and grooming services. Certified by the American Animal Hospital Association, Brentwood Veterinary Hospital is headed by four experienced veterinarians - Debbie Sharp, Jessica Ruygt, Amy Olsen and Thomas Hansen. See ad on page 37.

SILVER – Brentwood Family Pet Care 4421 Balfour Road, 240-7387 www.brentwoodfamily petcare.com Brentwood Family Pet Care offers full-service veterinary care to your beloved pets. They’re here because the health and wellness for your furry friends means as much to Dr. Lichlyter, Dr. Land, Dr. Lee and staff, as they do to you.

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BRONZE – Central Boulevard Veterinary Hospital 1280 Central Blvd., 684-4443 www.brentwoodpets.com Central Boulevard Veterinary Hospital is a full-service veterinary hospital treating East County pets.

It is a place of healing, warmth and goodwill, and is committed to keeping your beloved pets healthy and happy. Doctors and staff are dedicated to serving the best interest of both patient and client.

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SILVER – Allison Boen True Beauty Brows & Skin Care 3850 Balfour Road, Suite 208 216-3961 www.truebeautyskincare.net Allison Boen founded True Beauty Brows & Skin Care in 2012, but she’s been perfecting her waxing skills for over a decade, special-

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Wedding Venue GOLD – Newberry Estate Vineyards 2525 Sunset Road, 516-3300 www.newberryestatevine yards.com Newberry Estate Vineyards specializes in hosting weddings and events. It provides a captivating outdoor setting, which delivers an enchanting atmosphere, as well as an indoor reception area that preserves the natural feel of a destination location. The venue is a private, lush, upscale site without the upscale price, distinctly designed to allow ample room for personalization. Newberry represents the highest standard of professionalism and perfec-

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BRONZE – Melanie Dewey Skin Care & Waxing by Melanie 425 Oak St., 577-6428 Melanie Dewey is a licensed esthetician and eyebrow artist, with more than 14 years of experience. Her Brazilian waxing and facials give results with a natural approach. She focuses on positive client relations, providing proficient and relaxing esthetics services on the cutting edge of industry advances. See ad on page 75.

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GOLD – Revive Salon and Spa 8900 Brentwood Blvd., Suite A 420-6477 www.revivebrentwood.com Revive Salon and Spa was built by a team of people who love what they do. They opened in May, and have already been voted one of The Best, a testimony to the caliber of their staff and service. With their day spa, and beauty services including hair, skincare and waxing, their goal to have you leave your day at the door and truly relax, is met every time. See ad on page 72.

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Alexandra Ghiozzi 240-0932 • Kristina Hawkins 303-5872 www.cruiseone.com/aghiozzi facebook.com/Cruiseone • Alexandra Ghiozzi & Associates

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SILVER – Club Los Meganos 1700 Trilogy Parkway 809-7171 www.clublosmeganos.com Trilogy at the Vineyards’ Club Los Meganos is an ideal wedding ceremony and reception venue for anyone in beautiful East County. It is perfectly suited to accommodate spectacular large celebrations, as well as unforgettable intimate ones, and provides a variety of stunning indoor and outdoor spaces for your event. Striking views, a convenient location, flexibly priced menu options and an exceptional service team – truly a dream venue come true. See ad on Inside Front Cover (IFC) and page 1.

BRONZE – Wedgewood Wedding & Banquet Center 100 Summerset Drive, 966-3009 www.wedgewoodbanquet.com

Window Cleaning GOLD – Brentwood Window Cleaning 240-0888, brentwoodwindow cleaning@yahoo.com Brentwood Window Cleaning distinguishes itself by providing high-quality window cleaning and exceptional customer satisfaction.

In business for more than 15 years, owners Janet and Larry Kean, and their staff, work together to ensure your experience is only the best. In addition to window cleaning, they also offer unparallel housekeeping services. Their desire to keep their standards high shows in all facets of their work, and they thank all their loyal customers for voting them the Best of Brentwood.

SILVER – HomeTown Window Cleaning 516-1020 HomeTown Window Cleaning owners, Bill and Noreen Timmons, provide professional window cleaning, power washing, painting

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and related services to homeowners, small-business owners and real estate companies, relying mostly on word-of-mouth advertising.

Count on Hometown Window Cleaning for timely and affordable work with its employees, or through its affiliation with HomeTown Services Network. Its motto is “The Best Quality at a Fair Price.”

BRONZE – Window Innovations 230 Eagle Lane, 634-6008 www.windowinnovationsinc.com

Window Covering

GOLD – Accent Shutters & Blinds 513-7130 accentshutters123@sbcglobal.net Since 1996, Accent Shutters and Blinds has been a family-owned and operated business offering an extensive product line of blinds, shades, shutters and draperies. Its convenient shop-at-home service and sparkling record of customer satisfaction has inspired our readers to name it Brentwood’s Best.

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SILVER - World Class Window Coverings, Co. 626-7333 www.worldclassco.com World Class Window Coverings has been family owned and operated since 2002. Their high quality products and old-fashioned customer service have earned them Diamond Certification for the sixth consecutive year. If you want the best experience when you are in need of window treatments, look no further than World Class Window Coverings. See ad on page 70.

BRONZE – Budget Blinds of the Delta 513-1374 A regular winner in this category, our readers are positive this is one of the city’s prime places to visit for quality window coverings and shutters and expert installation at a budget price. Congratulations to Budget Blinds of the Delta for being named one of Brentwood’s Best. See ad on page 25.

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Gold – BJ’S Restaurant & Brewhouse 2365 Sand Creek Road, 809-1950 www.bjsrestaurants.com Silver – Johnny Garlic’s 2505 Sand Creek Road 684-7670 www.johnnygarlics.com Johnny Garlic’s – a Guy Fieri signature restaurant – offers awesome daily happy hours, specials and ‘Off Da Hook’ culinary creations.

Whether customers choose seasonal Hunter’s Creations, top-selling pasta dishes or award-winning burgers, there is something on the menu that is bound to please everyone, from appetizers to endings. For specials, deals and Guy tracking, readers should follow Johnny Garlic’s on Facebook or sign up for its newsletter. See ad on page 89.

Bronze – Vic Stewart’s 2270 Balfour Road, 240-2828 www.vicstewarts.com Where else can you find crab gratin, crispy calamari, coconut prawns, crab cakes and fresh scallops on the appetizer menu?

Vic Stewart’s has some of the best starters in town, so come on in and bring your appetite. We recommend the signature onion rings – a true favorite of the many regulars. See ad on page 88.

Authentic Mexican Food

Gold – La Costa Taqueria 335 Oak St., 240-5299 La Costa Taqueria has many delicious options on its menu. Visit today and see why the popular taqueria is a gold-medal winner in both the Best of Oakley and the Best of Brentwood. Be sure to try their tacos, quesadillas or tostados for a special treat. And don’t forget the nachos, taco salads and tasty vegetarian selections. Carry out and catering services are also available. See ad on page 84.

Silver – Jalisco’s Mexican Restaurant 8335 Brentwood Blvd., 240-6105 www.jaliscos-mexican-restaurant .com Our readers know authentic Mexican food when they taste it, and they urge you to satisfy your craving for it at Jalisco’s. Now there’s a

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For 13 years in a row, Press readers have voted Jalisco’s one The Best Mexican restaurants. See ad on page 81.

Bronze – La Fuente Mexican Restaurant 642 First St., 516-2233 www.lafuentebrentwood.com La Fuente offers sensational Mexican food, featuring rich flavors that have taken generations to perfect.

The restaurant’s ambiance makes you feel as if you’re in Mexico enjoying a meal with family and friends. Now you can enjoy that meal with a full salad bar and, in the winter, a savory and comforting bowl of soup! See ad on page 85.

Bagel

Gold – Willy’s Bagels & Blends 1155 Second St., 634-2245 390 West Country Club Drive 308-7534 www.willysbagels.com Willy’s Bagels and Blends has been a staple of the Brentwood community for 20 years. If you sit in Willy’s long enough, you’re bound to meet most of the city stopping in for a delicious bagel sandwich or that much-needed cup of coffee. Brentwood readers know Willy’s as a place where they get quality service, exceptional bagels and, most importantly, a friendly smile. See ad on page 91.

Silver – Bagel Street Café 3181 Balfour Road, 513-1972 www.bagelstreetcafe.net The baking tradition at Bagel Street Café has been passed down for three generations, and the folks at Bagel Street go above and beyond to give you homemade, fresh bagels – with plenty of choices, and customer service the old-fashioned way. And of course, Bagel Street’s dough is made fresh every day. See ad on page 83.

Bronze – Safeway 3110 Balfour Road, 626-6020 1125 Second St., 634-6780 www.safeway.com

Barbecue Ribs

GOLD – Sticky Chicken & Ribs 6670 Lone Tree Way, 240-2153 www.stickychickenandribs.com

Delia, one of TLCakes’ bakers, is preparing a chocolate cake for their display case.

Sticky Chicken & Ribs serves up baby back ribs so tender the meat falls right off the bone. Let the barbecue rib specialists at Sticky Chicken & Ribs cater your next event for a mouth-watering meal your guests will love. And don’t forget to team up those ribs with some of Sticky Chicken & Ribs’ famous homemade cole slaw.

Silver – Dickey’s Barbecue Pit 2500 Sand Creek Road, 240-8600 www.dickeys.com Dickey’s Barbecue Pit offers Texasstyle barbecue in a cozy, country atmosphere for dine-in, takeout and catering. Ice cream is free all day, every day. Stop by Dickey’s to enjoy their pit-smoked, barbecued ribs and those special pulled-pork sandwiches that make them so famous. See ad on page 92.

Bronze – Kinder’s Meats 5411 Lone Tree Way, 308-7997 www.kindersbbq.com A family-built business, now in its third generation of serving spectacular barbecue ribs, Kinder’s is synonymous with quality. Pick up a couple of slabs of St. Louis pork ribs for your grill or take a table

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Breakfast GOLD – MJ’s Downtown Café & Bakery 655 First St., 684-7242 www.mjsdowntowncafe.com MJ’s offers a wealth of hearty, home-style breakfast items – all made daily, fresh and from scratch.

Opening daily at 7 a.m., MJ’s is ready to serve you omelets, waffles, French toast, pancakes and more. Be sure to try the chocolate biscuits and gravy and one of MJ’s colossal cinnamon rolls. MJ’s offers weekend specials and a daily special menu: your choice of three items for less than $6.

Silver – Brentwood Café 8500 Brentwood Blvd., 634-6503 Our readers know how important it is to get fueled up for a morning of hard work or play, and they highly recommend Brentwood Café as the fueling station. The kitchen cranks out some of the best breakfast fare in town – pancakes and waffles, bacon and sausage, and eggs in a mind-boggling variety of preparations. The service

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Bronze – Dad’s Café 1135 Second St., 308-7273 www.dadscafeantioch.com Breakfast is served all day at Dad’s Café, starting at only $3.99. Try country-fried steak, Yankee pot roast and eggs, 10 oz New York steak and eggs, homemade corned beef hash and much more, including ranchero eggs and chorizo and eggs. A delicious way to start your day! See ad on page 95.

GOLD – Brentwood Fine Meats 3877 Walnut Blvd., 513-0595 www.brentwoodfinemeats.com Next time you’re planning an event, consider serving barrelroasted tri-tip and baby-back ribs slathered in Calique barbecue sauce courtesy of Brentwood Fine Meats. Reliable service and an array of superb meats and sides are what make Brentwood Fine Meats one of The Best caterers.

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GOLD – La Costa Taqueria 335 Oak St., 240-5299 La Costa has years of experience in making the best burritos in Brentwood. Not many folks can finish La Costa’s super burrito, but it’s sure fun trying. Visit today and see why the popular taqueria is a gold-medal winner in both the Best of Oakley and the Best of Brentwood. Dine in or take out, if you’re on a budget but want a great burrito, head on down to La Costa. See ad on page 84.

Tie for Silver – Cuisine On Location 71 Sand Creek Road, 580-6977 www.cuisineonlocation.com Cuisine On Location provides catering services for special events and occasions. Services include everything from appetizers and salads, to side dishes and main courses, topped off with delicious desserts worth indulging in. Call Cuisine On Location today to explore ideas and options for your next gathering or event.

Silver – El Gallito 8540 Brentwood Blvd., 634-4992 www.elgallitobrentwood.com Now in its 52nd year of serving Brentwood, El Gallito builds an assortment of excellent burritos to tempt you. Everything from bean and cheese to breakfast burritos – loaded with carnitas, machaca, carne asada, chicarron, al pastor or chicken. El Gallito now offers catering with a full taco bar and homemade tortillas, so no matter your occasion, authentic and mouthwatering Mexican food is only a phone call away. See ad on page 92.

Tie for Silver – Simply Catered 240-1812 www.simplycateredforyou.com A preferred caterer at Newberry Estates Vineyards, Leer Vineyards and Shelly’s Country Garden, this husband-and-wife team provides full service catering specializing in weddings, fundraisers, life celebrations and corporate and private events. Simply Catered gives one-on-one planning from start to finish, with exceptional customer service, superb cuisine, and amazing presentation and service. See ad on page 94.

Bronze – Jalisco’s Mexican Restaurant 8335 Brentwood Blvd., 240-6105 www.jaliscos-mexican-restaurant .com Jalisco’s is the ideal place to bring the whole family and satisfy your craving for an authentic, super wet burrito with your choice of meat, beans, rice, sour cream, Jack cheese, guacamole and Jalisco’s mole sauce. For 13 years in a row, Press readers have voted Jalisco’s

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Bronze – Ralph’s Catering 71 Sand Creek Road, 625-2307 www.cateringbyralph.com

Chicken Wings

Gold – Buffalo Wild Wings 6051 Lone Tree Way, 240-7481 www.buffalowildwings.com Buffalo Wild Wings offers traditional and boneless wings tossed in your choice of 16 signature sauces and dry seasonings. They also offer 30 draft beers, free Wi-Fi, 10 satellites and 54 TVs.

Combine your wings with an assortment of beverages, salads and snacks, and have yourself a real meal and a real good time!

See ad on page 85.

Silver – Wing Stop 6471 Lone Tree Way, 240-9495 Bronze – Tailgater’s Sports Bar and Grill 8065 Brentwood Blvd., 513-8281 www.brentwoodtailgaters.com Tailgater’s Sports Bar and Grill’s impressive variety of flavors, homemade sauces and all you can eat wings on Mondays make Tailgater’s a must for chicken wing lovers. To-go party bags are also available, so you can enjoy your wings wherever you choose. See ad on page 88.

Chinese Restaurant

Gold – Mikado Bistro 2500 Sand Creek Road, 308-7108 www.mikadobistro.com Mikado Bistro offers a multitude of Chinese cuisine menu items at reasonable prices. Try the mixed vegetables, crispy sesame chicken or the spicy garlic shrimp. No matter what you choose, you’ll always be treated like family when you stop by Mikado’s. Take-out and catering services are also available, and now you can order your award-winning feast online! See ad on page 92.

Silver – Chef Chen 8065 Brentwood Blvd., 634-8062 Chef Chen trained in Hong Kong in Hunan and Szechwan styles, and has been cooking these cuisines and others, including Cantonese and Mandarin, for 40 years. Each dish has a different flavor, with customers often commenting on the quality and diversity of each dish. Owners Grace and Danny make you feel like family, bringing readers back again and again for the great hospitality, superb food and affordable prices.

Bronze – Panda Express 3140 Balfour Road, 513-6922 www.pandaexpress.com

Deli

Gold – Beach Hut Deli 2540 Sand Creek Road, 634-5600 www.beachhutdeli.com Beach Hut Deli doesn’t just make

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good sandwiches - they build them. Using only the highest-quality ingredients in everything they offer and preparing everything fresh daily, Beach Hut will gladly customize any order to satisfy your every craving. Beach Hut also offers party trays, lunch boxes and catering.

Silver – Dino’s Sandwich Shop 729 First St., 684-7248 Dino’s offers quality cold cuts and cheeses assembled in traditional San Francisco-style baked rolls.

For an extra kick, ask for the homemade garlic or pepper sauce.

Dino’s also serves macaroni and potato salads and in the colder months, homemade soups to complement your sandwich. Are you in a hurry? Phone in your order and skip the line. See ad on page 91.

Bronze – Mr. Pickle’s 3130 Balfour Road, 634-4102 Mr. Pickle’s serves high quality salads and sandwiches on freshly baked Boudin bread. The large selection of 20 specialty sandwiches, along with upbeat customer service and the freshest meats and produce around, has earned Mr. Pickle’s a place on The Best platform. They also offer catering for large and small events. See ad on page 90.

Dessert

Gold – TLCakes 647 First St., 513-3688 www.TLCakes.com In addition to custom birthday and wedding cakes, TLCakes also offers creative and beautiful hand-decorated cookies, desserts and pastries.

Got something special in mind? The staff at TLCakes is happy to customize your order. It’s one of the many reasons TLCakes earned the Gold.

See ad on page 85.

Silver – BJ’S Restaurant & Brewhouse 2365 Sand Creek Road, 809-1950 www.bjsrestaurants.com Bronze – MJ’s Downtown Café & Bakery 655 First St., 684-7242 www.mjsdowntowncafe.com At MJ’s bakery counter, you’ll find freshly baked cinnamon rolls, muf-

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fins, cakes, pies, brownies, cookies and more, for your individual enjoyment or your parties and events. Don’t forget MJ’s opens at 7 a.m., giving you plenty of time to be someone’s sweet-toothed hero.

Fine Dining

Silver – Krispy Kreme 2530 Sand Creek Road, 516-4649 www.krispykreme.com

Gold – Cap’s Oak Street Bar & Grill 144 Oak St., 634-1025 www.capsrestaurant.com As one of Brentwood’s main fine-dining attractions, Cap’s is in the business of living up to high expectations. It’s extremely important to everyone at Cap’s – from management and cooks, to bartenders, servers and busboys – that you enjoy your fine-dining experience. Best of Brentwood voters agree. When it’s time to go out for a classy meal, Cap’s is the place to be. See ad on page 87.

Bronze – Safeway 3110 Balfour Road, 626-6020 1125 Second St., 634-6780 www.safeway.com Fresh-baked doughnuts are a daily mainstay in Safeway’s bakery department. Enjoy the wide

Silver – Vic Stewart’s 2270 Balfour Road, 240-2828 www.vicstewarts.com Diners with a taste for excellence give rave reviews to the unmatched quality of Vic Stewart’s amazing entrees and romantic

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Gold – Sunshine Doughnuts 6730 Lone Tree Way, 418-4054 8300 Brentwood Blvd., 420-6559 Featuring an array of doughnuts, pastries and coffee that will get your day off to a perfect start, Sunshine offers discounts on large orders. Stop by and experience the doughnut delight our readers are talking about.

ambiance. Whether you’re being served in their elegant dining room or on one of the indoor or outdoor patios, Vic Stewart’s outstanding service and quality menu are just a few of the reasons why Brentwood diners voted it among the finest of the fine. See ad on page 88.

Bronze – Sweeney’s Grill 301 Oak St., 634-5192 www.sweeneysbrentwood.com Not too many locals know the colorful history behind Sweeney’s Grill & Bar – ask owner Peter Charitou when you go – established in 1876, but what they do know is they can always expect something special and delicious each time they visit. Serving lunch and dinner Tuesday through Friday and dinner only Saturday through Monday, Sweeney’s is fine dining defined. See ad on page 89.

Fish & Chips

Gold – Sweeney’s Grill 301 Oak St., 634-5192

www.sweeneysbrentwood.com Sweeney’s fresh cod fish and chips are available daily – hand-breaded and served with hot, crispy fries, homemade tartar sauce and malt vinegar. Breeze through Sweeney’s doors and enjoy The Best fish and chips in town. See ad on page 89.

Silver – Red Robin Gourmet Burgers 2385 Sand Creek Road, 516-9020 www.redrobin.com Bronze – Original Mels Diner 2523 Sand Creek Road, 240-6357 www.originalmelsdiner.com

French Fries

Gold – In-N-Out Burger 5581 Lone Tree Way, 800-786-1000 www.in-n-out.com In-N-Out fries are made only from freshly cut potatoes of the highest quality, so you get hot and crisp fries with freshness you can taste.

This trend continues with your 100 percent pure beef patty, as every burger made is cooked fresh to order, with real American cheese,

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Silver – McDonald’s 7455 Brentwood Blvd., 634-4414 2351 Balfour Road, 516-6790 www.mcdonalds.com Bronze – Digger’s Diner 2261 Balfour Road, 240-8958 www.diggersdiners.com The folks at Digger’s know the importance of hot, crispy fries as a complement to your meal, and they work hard to serve you the best fries with the best service and price in town. Stop by soon and find out why “our goal is perfection” is the Digger’s motto. See ad on page 84.

Hamburgers

Gold – Lumpy’s Diner 7760 Brentwood Blvd., 420-5373 www.gotlumpys.com Lumpy’s eight styles of burgers, now including Angus beef as an option, are all made from a

Bronze – In-N-Out Burger 5581 Lone Tree Way, 800-786-1000 www.in-n-out.com At In-N-Out, every burger made

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www.vicstewarts.com Vic Stewart’s hosts happy hour every night in the famous Roddy Room, featuring saddles owned by local seven-time world rodeo champion Jack Roddy. Combine that western-style ambiance with an attractive appetizer and delicious drink and you are in for one of the best happy hour experiences in town. See ad on page 88.

Happy Hour

Gold – Johnny Garlic’s 2505 Sand Creek Road, 684-7670 www.johnnygarlics.com Johnny Garlic’s – a Guy Fieri signature restaurant – offers awesome daily happy hours, specials and ‘Off Da Hook’ culinary creations.

Whether customers choose seasonal Hunter’s Creations, top-selling pasta dishes or award-winning burgers, there is something on the menu that is bound to please everyone, from appetizers to endings. For specials, deals and Guy tracking, readers should follow Johnny Garlic’s on Facebook or sign up for its newsletter. See ad on page 89.

Bronze – BJ’S Restaurant & Brewhouse 2365 Sand Creek Road, 809-1950 www.bjsrestaurants.com

Hot Dogs

Gold – Designer Dogs 6630 Brentwood Blvd., 516-9906 www.designerdogsshoppe.com Designer Dogs Shoppe serves pure-beef, all-American, glutenfree, no-MSG hot dogs, with an assortment of toppings, not to mention fabulous fries and gourmet onion rings. In business 18 years, Designer Dogs is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner, offer-

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Silver – Digger’s Diner 2261 Balfour Road, 240-8958 www.diggersdiners.com The folks at Digger’s work hard to serve you the best burger, with the best service, at the best price in town. They use only the freshest ground beef – never frozen – and the freshest produce when they build your dream burger. Stop by this friendly and communityminded restaurant soon and find out why “our goal is perfection” is Digger’s motto. Our readers think it’s burgerrific. See ad on page 84.

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Drop by and taste the delicious dogs, hot links, burgers and sandwiches or special designer meals, at a place where you’re never too old for a kid’s lunch and you’re never too late for breakfast. See ad on page 86.

Silver – Brentwood Dog House 234 Oak St., 308-4093

Craving tasty hot dogs, juicy sausages or crispy nachos? Look no further than Brentwood Dog House. Proud to be a thriving, family-owned business, this small enterprise offers outstanding service and great food.

Bronze – Lumpy’s Diner 7760 Brentwood Blvd., 420-5373 www.gotlumpys.com

Serving the finest Casper dogs in town, Lumpy’s is proud to accept your votes for dishing up some of the best local hot dogs you can sink your teeth into! With a total of nine dog varieties, including cheese dog, kraut dog, chili cheese dog and hot diggity dog, there’s a hot dog for every dog devotee.

See ad on page 90.

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Silver – John’s $1 Scoop Ice Cream 6660 Lone Tree Way, 516-7301 As the name implies, John’s offers dollar scoops of ice cream every day. John’s 40-flavor repertoire, 80 percent of which is made inhouse, is a big reason Press voters named it one of Brentwood’s Best.

John’s also makes ice cream cakes, sundaes, banana splits, shakes and smoothies.

Bronze – Original Mels Diner 2523 Sand Creek Road, 240-6357 www.originalmelsdiner.com

Italian Restaurant

Gold – Cap’s Oak Street Bar & Grill 144 Oak St., 624-1025 www.capsrestaurant.com When it comes to Italian fine dining, no one does it like Cap’s.

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homemade pizza, and don’t miss out on classics such as spaghetti marinara with meatballs and their ravioli. See ad on page 87.

Silver – Melo’s Pizza & Pasta 6580 Lone Tree Way, 626-3773 www.melospizzapasta.com Melo’s Pizza & Pasta imports its products, including olive oils and pastas, straight from Italy and makes everything from scratch daily. Whether it’s appetizers, pasta, pizza, entrees, salads, soups or sandwiches, Melo’s menu is backed by authentic Italian flavors and culinary genius.

Bronze – Sweeney’s Grill 301 Oak St., 634-5192 www.sweeneysbrentwood.com Sweeney’s is the perfect setting for a traditional Italian meal. Enjoy their indoor and outdoor seating, fully-stocked bar and array of authentic and award-winning Italian cuisine including picatta, scallopine and spaghetti pomodoro.

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Tie for Gold – La Fuente Mexican Restaurant 642 First St., 516-2233 www.lafuentebrentwood.com Lovers of live music enjoy Brentwood’s beautiful summer nights at La Fuente’s spacious Blue Iguana Lounge. When the cold and rain set in, La Fuente brings the tunes inside with some karaoke and dancing, so the fun keeps going year round. Our readers got it right: La Fuente’s Blue Iguana Lounge sets the Gold standard for live music. See ad on page 85.

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Bronze – Bluefin Japanese Cuisine 5401 Lone Tree Way, 513-8808 www.bluefin-sushi.com While sushi is featured prominently, Bluefin offers a vast array of Japanese specialties, including

Tie for Gold – Brentwood’s Co. Co. County Wine Company 633 First St., 634-9463 www.cocowineco.com You know you’re in for a good time when you walk into downtown Brentwood’s Co. Co. County Wine Company. At CoCo Wine, you’ll find the best local talent performing every Friday and Saturday night. The staff has an extensive knowledge of wine, especially those from the local Bloomfield vineyard, and their friendly personalities have created a loyal following.

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Silver – Mikado Bistro 2500 Sand Creek Road, 308-7108 www.mikadobistro.com Mikado’s chefs are devoted to preparing the freshest and highest quality seafood, including monthly sushi specials and now live scallops and uni. You’ll find an impressive array of beer, wine and sake to complement your meal. And despite its Japanese name, Mikado’s menu also offers an extensive selection of authentic Chinese dishes as well. Prefer to dine at home? Mikado provides free delivery in Brentwood. See ad on page 92.

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the summer at the Brentwood City Park. A family-friendly, toe-tapping evening under the stars, Starry Nights is popular Brentwood tradition.

love great Mexican food, take the cue from Press readers and head over to Jalisco’s. See ad on page 81.

Bronze – Orleans 613 First St., 308-7088 www.orleansbrentwood.com Orleans features live music on special evenings, so enjoy those special Louisiana flavors, and drinks that sing on your palette, while listening in and swaying with the crowd.

Gold – La Costa Taqueria 335 Oak St., 240-5299 La Costa’s menu boasts a variety of affordable options to keep the cost of your meal in single digits while delivering time-tested flavors for your dining pleasure.

La Costa’s super burrito, a meal in itself, will fill you up without emptying your wallet. Dine in or take out at the lowest prices around. If you’re on a budget but want great food, come dine at La Costa. See ad on page 84.

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Gold – La Fuente Mexican Restaurant 642 First St., 516-2233 www.lafuentebrentwood.com Using a special recipe passed down for generations, La Fuente makes margaritas in multiple flavors and a variety of sizes – all at affordable prices. Grab a drink for yourself or a pitcher to share with friends. Come in today and try the margarita grande along with La Fuente’s award-winning meals and homemade salsa.

You’ll be happy you did. See ad on page 85.

Silver – Mia’s 71 Sand Creek Road, 634-8434 Find on Facebook.

Bronze – Jalisco’s Mexican Restaurant 8335 Brentwood Blvd., 240-6105 www.jaliscos-mexican-restaurant .com Jalisco’s mixes margaritas using an eclectic array of tequilas and offers a variety of flavors to choose from.

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Silver – Rubio’s Restaurant 2505 Sand Creek Road, 516-9563 www.rubios.com Rubio’s is passionate about providing its guests with delicious coastal cuisine. Using sustainable seafood in nearly all of its offerings, Rubio’s continues to expand its menu with innovative recipes ranging from shrimp to Atlantic salmon. Stay up-to-date on events and new menu items by visiting Rubio’s website.

Bronze – Digger’s Diner 2261 Balfour Road, 240-8958 www.diggersdiners.com The folks at Digger’s work hard to serve the best burgers, with the best service, at the best prices in town. All menu items are under $10, so you can stick with your favorite or choose a new one each time you visit. See ad on page 84.

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2014 Middle Eastern Restaurant Gold – Chaman Kabob Restaurant 5611 Lone Tree Way, 634-1454 www.chamankabob.com Chaman Kabob offers Afghan cuisine that will please everyone at your table. Using traditional family recipes, Chaman Kabob uses only the freshest ingredients to serve delicious entrees such as chicken, lamb and shami kabab.

Make sure to start your meal with homemade appetizers accompanied by a selection of international beers and wines, and don’t forget to save room for dessert.

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Silver – Bombay Clay Pit 3130 Balfour Road, 240-1466 www.bombayclaypitbrentwood. com Now in their second successful year in business, Brentwood’s Bombay Clay Pit serves up the authentic flavors of Indian home cooking. The menu features

traditional and regionally inspired cuisine using proprietary cooking methods combined with the freshest of ingredients for a true culinary tour of India.

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Gold – Johnny Garlic’s 2505 Sand Creek Road, 684-7670 www.johnnygarlics.com The Guy Fieri experience sets Johnny Garlic’s restaurant apart from the rest. Whether customers choose seasonal Hunter’s Creations, top-selling pasta dishes or award-winning burgers, there is something on the menu that is bound to please everyone. People love the flavor-packed menu and Rockin’ Kraft Cocktails, created by world-renowned mixologists. For specials, deals and Guy tracking, readers can follow Johnny Garlic’s on Facebook or sign up for its newsletter. See ad on page 89.

Silver – Black Angus Steakhouse 2355 Sand Creek Road, 516-5533 www.blackangus.com

Black Angus offers an unparalleled combination of flame-grilled steaks, slow-roasted prime rib, seafood, signature appetizers and desserts, at excellent prices with superb service in a fun, comfortable atmosphere. Guests love the BullsEye Bar, where they can enjoy food and drinks while watching their favorite sporting events. Black Angus loves to take care of our readers – from an after-work drink, to a complete steak dinner.

Bronze – Bombay Clay Pit 3130 Balfour Road, 240-1466 www.bombayclaypitbrent wood.com Now in their second successful year in business, Brentwood’s Bombay Clay Pit serves up the authentic flavors of Indian home cooking. The menu features traditional and regionally inspired cuisine using proprietary cooking methods combined with the freshest of ingredients for a true culinary tour of India.

Outdoor Dining Gold – Cap’s Oak Street Bar & Grill 144 Oak St., 634-1025 www.capsrestaurant.com Dine on Cap’s patio and you’ll experience a touch of Europe.

While enjoying an exquisite meal and fine wine in an outdoor setting second to none, you can watch the action of downtown Brentwood, and view the beautiful city park and community center. See ad on page 87.

SILVER – La Fuente Mexican Restaurant 642 First St., 516-2233 www.lafuentebrentwood.com La Fuente’s downtown location has plenty of outdoor seating to enjoy Brentwood’s gorgeous weather. There’s no better way to enjoy their famous Mexican cuisine and cocktails than in a relaxing outdoor environment with your family and friends. See ad on page 85.

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Best Eats & Drinks Bronze – Johnny Garlic’s 2505 Sand Creek Road, 684-7670 www.johnnygarlics.com The Guy Fieri experience sets Johnny Garlic’s restaurant apart from the rest, whether diners eat inside or out. Customers can choose from seasonal Hunter’s Creations, top-selling pasta dishes or award-winning burgers, and enjoy Rockin’ Kraft Cocktails created by world-renowned mixologists.

Experience outdoor dining in the heart of The Streets of Brentwood.

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Pizza Gold – Mountain Mike’s 1185 Second St., 308-4544 www.mountainmikes.com Mountain Mike’s is perfect for any event from birthdays to post-game celebrations. According to our voters, it’s also the place to bring the whole family for reasonably priced pizza creations. Sit inside or go outside and enjoy Mountain Mike’s new patio. Speedy delivery

service to Brentwood, Knightsen and Discovery Bay is also available.

Silver – Round Table 2540 Sand Creek Road, 240-8778 www.roundtablepizza.com See ad on page 93.

Bronze – Extreme Pizza 3120 Balfour Road, 513-3001 http://brentwood.extreme pizza.com Extreme Pizza makes more than 20 specialty pizzas, including gluten-free creations. You can order anything from an individualsized pizza to a huge 18-inch pie.

Extreme Pizza offers dining, online ordering and local delivery.

Honorable Mention – Melo’s Pizza & Pasta 6580 Lone Tree Way, 626-3773 www.melospizzapasta.com Create your own pizza combination from an extensive range of meat and veggie toppings, including roasted chicken, baked eggplant, sun-dried tomatoes and apple-wood bacon. There is no

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limit to your imagination when creating the perfect pizza, and our voters think Melo’s is definitely worth mentioning.

Pizza Variety

Gold – Extreme Pizza 3120 Balfour Road, 513-3001 http://brentwood.extreme pizza.com Let Extreme Pizza take your pizza appreciation to a higher level with an impressive array of toppings designed to dazzle your eyes and delight your taste buds. Extreme’s vegetarian options are vast and fresh. Try one of the signature pies, such as the Baja 1000 or ragin’ rooster. With 15 meat varieties and nine selections of vegetables, you can taste why our readers voted Extreme Pizza The Best.

Silver – Mountain Mike’s 1185 Second St., 308-4544 www.mountainmikes.com Take a look at Mountain Mike’s menu of pizzas and you’ll quickly see that variety is front and center.

You can customize your own pizza or go for a Mountain Mike’s specialty. Order from an array of sizes ranging from 10 inches to 20 inches. Gluten-free alternatives are also available.

Bronze – Round Table 2540 Sand Creek Road, 240-8778 www.roundtablepizza.com See ad on page 93.

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Gold – Harvest Park Bowl 5000 Balfour Road, 516-1221 www.harvestparkbowl.com No matter your age – from 2 to 92 – Harvest Park Bowl is an inexpensive way for the family to have fun together. Since opening in 1994, Harvest Park has continually hosted fundraising events supporting local causes. Let Harvest Park throw your birthday bash, karaoke night, cosmic bowl or company event. For the serious bowler, Harvest Park is a stop for the annual National Professional Bowlers Senior Tour. See ad on page 30.

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Restaurant for Kids

Gold – Red Robin Gourmet Burgers 2385 Sand Creek Road, 516-9020 www.redrobin.com

Tie For Bronze – Shirasoni Japanese Restaurant 6367 Lone Tree Way, 240-7808 www.shirasoni.com Shirasoni provides an atmosphere both friendly and entertaining – a perfect spot for gathering with family and friends or special

Restaurant for Seniors Gold – Brentwood Café 8500 Brentwood Blvd., 634-6503 Our senior readers know how important it is to be treated to great food and snappy service in

Family Style Favorites

Tie for Silver – Original Mels Diner 2523 Sand Creek Road, 240-6357 www.originalmelsdiner.com Tie For Bronze – Digger’s Diner 2261 Balfour Road, 240-8958 www.diggersdiners.com Offering a kid’s combo meal with a great variety of choices, even your pickiest eater can find a favorite. Stop by this friendly and community-minded restaurant and let your kids play in their own toy section. Brentwood kids pick

events. Kids can order special items from their own menu and even enjoy their meal for free on Tuesdays! See ad on page 87.

Digger’s as one of their favorites!

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Tie for Silver – Dad’s Café 1135 Second St., 308-7273 www.dadscafeantioch.com On top of boasting a delectable kids’ menu, Monday through Friday, kids 12 and under eat free.

On top of that, breakfast is served all day, starting at only $3.99. With great prices, delicious food and a kid-friendly atmosphere, there’s no wonder our readers voted Dad’s Café as one of The Best in town. See ad on page 95.

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Silver – Tailgater’s Sports Bar and Grill 8065 Brentwood Blvd., 513-8281 www.brentwoodtailgaters.com Tailgaters Sports Bar & Grill’s karaoke every Thursday at 10 p.m. makes for a night you’ll never forget. So grab a friend, hit the stage and sing like no one is listening.

Happy hour is 4-7 p.m. daily, with all you can eat wings on Mondays and daily specials and beverage deals you won’t be able to refuse.

See ad on page 88.

Thank You Brentwood for voting us Best Restaurant for Seniors & one of the Best Restaurants for Breakfast!

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• Indoor Dining or Patio Seating • Expanded Wine List • Great Daily Specials Sweeney’s Grill features seafood and steaks with an Italian flair. Everything in the historic downtown Brentwood restaurant is brand new with a lighter, more airy atmosphere, new dining sets, a newly refurbished bar, with new artwork throughout.

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a senior-friendly atmosphere, so they voted Brentwood Café as the prime spot to get just that. They urge you to come on in. See ad on page 89.

Silver – Dad’s Café 1135 Second St., 308-7273 www.dadscafeantioch.com Dad’s Café offers seniors some sizable perks. In addition to enjoying a 15 percent discount, seniors may request smaller portion sizes at a reduced price. At Dad’s, breakfast is served all day, starting at only $3.99. Stop by and see for yourself why Dad’s Café was hailed among The Best. See ad on page 95.

Bronze – Sweeney’s Grill 301 Oak St., 634-5192 www.sweeneysgrill.com Sweeny’s offers an early-bird menu and specials from 4 to 6 p.m. daily. Seniors looking for good food, a warm atmosphere and great value highly recommend this Brentwood institution.

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Gold – Salad Makers 2565 Sand Creek Road, 240-2835 Freshness is the key to any great salad and the folks at Salad Makers are fanatical about putting together a masterpiece that tastes garden-fresh. Their produce – 15 to 20 percent of which is organic – is the best in town and the portions are large. And don’t miss out on Salad Makers’ excellent soups – a perfect complement to your salad. A family-owned business, Salad Makers not only serves healthy products, they partner

with organizations dedicated to healthy lifestyles.

Silver – MJ’s Downtown Café & Bakery 655 First St., 684-7242 www.mjsdowntowncafe.com MJ’s offers nine salads, made fresh daily for you, in addition to an abundance of hearty home-style breakfast items, which are also made fresh daily, from scratch.

Add chicken to any of MJ’s salads, or and shrimp to the Crab Louis for an even more filling meal. As a satisfying and convenient way to eat healthy, local and delicious, our voters say give MJ’s a try!

Bronze – BJ’S Restaurant & Brewhouse 2365 Sand Creek Road, 809-1950 www.bjsrestaurants.com

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Gold – Jalisco’s Mexican Restaurant 8335 Brentwood Blvd., 240-6105 www.jaliscos-mexican-restaurant .com Jalisco’s is the ideal place to experience the best homemade salsa in Brentwood. We know it’s true because our readers said so!

Jalisco’s salsa explodes with flavor, but don’t take our word for it, experience it for yourself. See ad on page 81.

Silver – La Fuente Mexican Restaurant 642 First St., 516-2233 www.lafuentebrentwood.com A great Mexican restaurant is nothing without an appetizing salsa to accompany a bowl of chips and a meal. La Fuente’s special

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Gold – Mr. Pickle’s 3130 Balfour Road, 634-4102 Mr. Pickle’s provides high quality sandwiches on freshly baked Boudin bread. Employees pride themselves on their upbeat customer service and fresh salads, produce and meats. The sandwich selection is huge, with over 20 specialty items. Mr. Pickle’s also offers catering for large or small events. So stop by to eat, or call ahead for a party order and see for yourself why our voters are Pickles fans. See ad on page 90.

Gold – Cap’s Oak Street Bar & Grill 144 Oak St., 634-1025 www.capsrestaurant.com Cap’s seafood is delivered daily to guarantee freshness. Their chefs pride themselves on always serving exquisite seafood recipes to satisfy every palate. From their calamari appetizer, to their sweet and delectable diver scallops or fresh catch of the day, you are certain to be pleasantly satisfied.

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Silver – Dino’s Sandwich Shop 729 First St., 684-7248 Dino’s Sandwich Shop offers great San Francisco deli-style sandwiches without the commute. In addition to quality Italian cold cuts and cheeses, Dino’s carries potato and macaroni salads to complement your meal. Dino’s also offers coffee, protein shakes, breakfast bagels, paninis, quesadillas and freshly baked cookies. Need to eat on the go? Phone in your order and skip the line. Also check out Dino’s catering services for your next event. See ad on page 91.

Bronze – Beach Hut Deli 2540 Sand Creek Road, 634-5600 www.beachhutdeli.com Beach Hut Deli offers more than 20 specialty sandwiches, made of

Silver– The Wishing Crab 2505 Sand Creek Road, 634-3888 www.thewishingcrab.com The Wishing Crab is famous for its steam pots, which include tasty treats such as Dungeness crab, shrimp, crawfish, king crab legs, lobster, mussels and clams in a variety of combinations. All the Wishing Crab’s seafood is fresh and cooked on the spot. See ad on page 95.

Bronze – Sweeney’s Grill 301 Oak St., 634-5192 www.sweeneysgrill.com Sweeney’s Italian-inspired menu lists many seafood options, including fresh salmon, jumbo prawns, calamari steak and award-winning fish & chips. There are also plenty of tasty seafood appetizer

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Deli Sandwiches Panini Wraps Soups & Salads Bagels & Coffee Quesadillas

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Silver – Cap’s Oak Street Bar & Grill 144 Oak St., 634-1025 www.capsrestaurant.com Cap’s famous minestrone is served everyday, and featured soups change daily. Patron favorites include the Greek lemon chicken, served on Wednesdays, and the clam chowder on Fridays. Check out its website for daily updates on the soup of the day and other specials. See ad on page 87.

Bronze – CreAsian 5611 Lone Tree Way, 516-8880 www.creasian.us

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Gold – Pho Vietnam 622 First St., 516-5654 www.phovietnambrentwood.com Pho Vietnam offers 17 spectacular and affordable soups, including the popular beef noodle and rare steak noodle combinations. Press readers also highly recommend treating your taste buds to the Tom Yum or the Curry Chicken Noodle.

Gold – Tailgater’s Sports Bar & Grill 8065 Brentwood Blvd., 513-8281 www.brentwoodtailgaters.com Grab a front-row seat for your favorite sporting events at Tailgater’s. Flat screens galore mean the sports you want to watch most will be featured every day from open to close. While you’re

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Silver – Buffalo Wild Wings 6051 Lone Tree Way, 240-7481 www.buffalowildwings.com Buffalo Wild Wings offers traditional and boneless wings tossed in your choice of 16 signature sauces and dry seasonings. They also offer 30 draft beers, free Wi-Fi, 10 satellites and 54 TVs. Combine your wings with an assortment of beverages, salads and snacks, and have yourself a real meal and a real good time!

See ad on page 85.

Bronze – The Game Sports Pub N Pizza 235 Oak St., 634-4263

Steak

Gold – Vic Stewart’s 2270 Balfour Road, 240-2828 www.vicstewarts.com Ever since Vic Stewart’s brought its award-winning cuisine to Brentwood in December 2008, diners with a taste for excellence have given rave reviews to the unmatched quality of its steaks, which are prepared by master chefs. Vic Stewart’s creates a perfect environment in which to enjoy your steak, whether in its elegant dining room or the indoor and outdoor patios. Add Vic Stewart’s outstanding service and affordable prices and you’ll understand why Brentwood diners

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Gold – Mikado Bistro 2500 Sand Creek Road, 308-7108 www.mikadobistro.com Mikado Bistro orders fresh

Bronze – Shirasoni Japanese Restaurant 6367 Lone Tree Way, 240-7808 www.shirasoni.com Shirasoni’s impressive selection of sushi rolls, made from only the freshest ingredients, continues to change the minds of many customers – including a multitude of Press readers – about sushi.

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Tie For Bronze – Sweeney’s Grill301 Oak St., 634-5192 www.sweeneysbrentwood.com Only hand-selected premium beef is used at Sweeney’s, so enjoy that perfect rib eye, sirloin, or mixed grill knowing that it’s some of the best in town. See ad on page 89.

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Tie For Bronze – Cap’s Oak Street Bar & Grill 144 Oak St., 634-1025 www.capsrestaurant.com Cap’s is in the business of living up to high expectations. You’ll find only the best prime-choice beef here. Whether it is a New York steak, filet mignon or prime rib, you can be certain to get the highest quality and flavor. See ad on page 87.

Silver – Dragon City 71 Sand Creek Road, 513-2722 www.dragoncitybrentwood.com If you’re looking for the freshest sushi, the finest Cantonese and Mandarin creations and the friendliest staff around, look no further than Dragon City.

Offering a full line of delicious, exquisite dishes, including specials of the day and abundant lunch menus, the staff at Dragon City believes in great service and great food at great prices. See ad on page 93.

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Silver – Black Angus Steakhouse 2355 Sand Creek Road, 516-5533 www.blackangus.com All of Black Angus’s steaks start with Black Angus beef, aged a minimum of 21 days for tenderness and flavor, grilled over an open fire, and finally, brushed with a proprietary seasoned butter for extra richness. At Black Angus, readers will find superior steaks and prime rib complimented by excellent service in a fun, comfortable steakhouse atmosphere. You won’t leave hungry.

seafood several times a week to create more than 100 sushi combinations, including the signature Mikado Special Roll, made of shrimp tempura, avocado and yellow tail, served with mango-miso dressing. Still don’t see what you want? Mikado can customize your order. This, plus weekly and daily sushi specials and online ordering, makes Mikado Brentwood’s Best sushi spot. See ad on page 92.

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Best Eats & Drinks Tamales Gold – Tamale Lovers 8610 Brentwood Blvd., 240-7100 www.tamalelovers.com Tamale Lovers offers several varieties of tamales, including the popular pork and chicken (mild and spicy), plus molé chicken. Dessert tamales include chocolate and cinnamon, pineapple raisin, pineapple coconut and sweet corn.

Tamale Lovers serves seasonal flavors, such as apple spice and mixed berry, plus rice and beans with a Puerto Rican twist. Party trays, catering and fundraising are also available. Take advantage of Tamale Lovers’ $2 Tamale Tuesdays every week – Press readers certainly have. See ad on page 86.

Silver – El Gallito Drive In 8540 Brentwood Blvd, 634-4992 www.elgallitobrentwood.com El Gallito just celebrated its 52nd year serving Brentwood. This iconic establishment has built a loyal following in Brentwood by

offering authentic Mexican food, including homemade tamales. Be sure to try some of their timetested recipes the next time you are in the downtown Brentwood area. El Gallito now offers catering, so no matter your occasion, mouthwatering Mexican food is only a phone call away. See ad on page 92.

Bronze – Jalisco’s Mexican Restaurant 8335 Brentwood Blvd., 240-6105 www.jaliscos-mexican-restaurant .com Our readers urge you to satisfy your craving for tamales at Jalisco’s. Delicious and savory pork tamales are on the menu all year round. Order by the dozen in trays to go, or indulge yourself and dine in, one after the other. See ad on page 81.

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Gold – Bangkok 101 Thai Cuisine 2505 Sand Creek Road, 513-1065 Bangkok 101 prepares its sen-

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sational Thai cuisine with the freshest ingredients and an array of spices your taste buds will find pleasantly surprising. If you’re looking to try something unique, come to Bangkok 101 and order the pad Thai, the tom kha, or one of the chef’s popular yellow curry dishes. See ad on page 91.

Silver – Lone Tree Thai Cuisine 5401 Lone Tree Way, 516-3343 www.lonetreethai.com Lone Tree’s Thai menu provides a wide spectrum of food choices to suit every taste. You will find tasty appetizers, special salads and a nearly limitless array of main dishes that include chicken, beef, pork, tofu, vegetables and seafood, combined with special flavored sauces, noodles and rice.

Bronze – Iron Kitchen 4441 Balfour Road, 240-1358 While the Iron Kitchen serves primarily Chinese and Vietnamese cuisine, it offers outstanding pad Thai and Thai curry seafood,

and those two menu items have gained the attention of our voters.

Vegetables are brought in fresh from San Francisco every morning, to ensure the best quality and taste, and daily specials keep diners coming back.

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Gold – Brentwood Fine Meats 3877 Walnut Blvd., 513-0595 www.brentwoodfinemeats.com Come try Brentwood Fine Meats’ famous Vineyard Tri-tip, featuring meat marinated in a blend of burgundy wine, pepper and assorted spices, or the Mt. Diablo, with meat flavored in a blend of garlic, soy sauce, bell peppers and brown sugar. Old-time service and top-rate quality is what makes Brentwood Fine Meats stand above the rest. See ad on page 86.

Silver – Kinder’s Meats 5411 Lone Tree Way, 308-7997 www.kindersbbq.com At Kinder’s, they call it the ball-tip sandwich – and it’s spectacular.

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Best Eats & Drinks Pick up your ball-tip sandwich to go, or take a table in Kinder’s dining area, and enjoy a freshly built ball-tip sandwich on the spot. Don’t forget to take home a couple of bottles of Kinder’s world-class sauces and marinades for your own tri-tip creations.

Bronze – Dickey’s Barbecue Pit 2500 Sand Creek Road, 240-8600 www.dickeys.com Dickey’s talks barbecue - it’s really that simple. When you crave a hearty sandwich stacked high with meat, slow, hickory-wood smoked for 14 hours, Dickey’s serves it up on a plate you’ll want to lick clean every time. Sliced lean or Texas-style chopped, Brentwood beefeaters know Dickey’s brisket speaks their language. See ad on page 92.

Vietnamese Restaurant

Gold – Pho Vietnam 622 First St., 516-5654 www.phovietnambrentwood.com Pho Vietnam serves noodle bowls,

soups, appetizers, salads and rice plates with pork, chicken, beef or shrimp. Press readers recommend you try Pho Vietnam’s spectacular spring rolls or the chef’s favorite wok-fried garlic noodle plate. Pho also whips up terrific smoothies, including fruit, green tea, coffee and avocado. Beer and wine are also available. Give your taste buds a special treat with a visit to Pho Vietnam today.

Bronze – CreAsian 5611 Lone Tree Way, 516-8880 www.creasian.us Open since 2012, CreAsian has already created a demand for favorites such as Vietnamese crepes, salt-and-pepper shrimp, calamari and chicken wings. They make outstanding pho soups, caramelized catfish and vermicelli bowls as well.

Silver– Pho Le 41 Sand Creek Road, 392-8963 www.phole.weebly.com Pho Le is a family-run noodle restaurant that serves classic Vietnamese specialties. Signature dishes include noodle soups, rice plates and vermicelli bowls. Each is served with a range of protein sources, including beef, chicken and pork. Many Brentwood diners appreciate the no-MSG focus, as well as other healthy options available including brown rice. See ad on page 90.

Gold – Yogurt Pizazz 3860 Balfour Road, 626-7840 2455 Sand Creek Road, 418-4473 Yogurt Pizazz thanks our readers for supporting it as The Best of Brentwood for the 6th year running. The staff at Yogurt Pizazz prides themselves on providing a health-conscious alternative to addressing sweet tooth cravings.

Its frozen yogurt has the taste and consistency of ice cream, with the health benefits of yogurt. Combine that with a selection of fresh fruit, which is cut daily, and many

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other feel-good toppings, and you are sure to leave with a smile. See ad on page 93.

Silver – Menchie’s Yogurt 2530 Sand Creek Road, 513-6600 Find on Facebook.

Menchie’s is a family-friendly destination that redefines the frozen yogurt experience by going the extra smile. They offer more than 100 rotating yogurt flavors and more than 70 rotating toppings, while using only the highest-quality frozen yogurts. Menchie’s yogurt is made by happy cows – completely hormone-free.

Bronze – iYogurt 6560 Lone Tree Way, 513-3888 If you are looking for a true selfservice yogurt treat, this is a great place to visit. iYogurt offers many flavors and toppings to tempt your taste buds, and they have sugar-free and nondairy alternatives for those in need of special diet considerations.

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Index to Advertisers Absolute Housekeeping Services...........................76 Accent Shutters & Blinds........................................59 Ace Hardware.........................................................48 All American Garage Doors...................................60 All God’s Creatures.................................................76 Alvis Quashnock and Associates............................65 Anthony Pigati, NextHome Town & Country.......36 Antique Co-op........................................................73 Apex Securities........................................................71 Bagel Street Café....................................................83 Balfour Dermatology..............................................22 Balfour Vision Optix Optometry......................... IBC Bangkok 101 Thai Cuisine......................................91 Bank of the West ...................................................52 Big O Tires...............................................................41 Bill Brandt Ford.........................................................2 Bizzy Bee’z Housecleaning.....................................66 Black Diamond Kids Center...................................28 Boards ‘N More.......................................................56 Book Busters Bookkeeping Service.......................27 Brentwood Auto Parts - NAPA................................8 Brentwood Auto Spa..............................................14 Brentwood Bike Co.................................................72 Brentwood Board & Grooming.............................37 Brentwood Café .....................................................89 Brentwood Children’s Dentistry..............................5 Brentwood Dentistry Dental Group......................17 Brentwood Family Dental......................................61 Brentwood Family Pet Care...................................74 Brentwood Fine Meats...........................................86 Brentwood Golf Club.............................................26 Brentwood Hand Car Wash & Detail Center........38 Brentwood Lending Group....................................69 Brentwood Muffler & Auto Repair.......................31 Brentwood Orthodontics.........................................4 Brentwood Park & Garden Apartments...............75 Brentwood Pediatrics, Dr. Jaime Garcia................54 Brentwood Pet Resort............................................33 Brentwood Podiatry, Dr. James Greer...................69 Brentwood Smog Express......................................37 Brentwood Veterinary Hospital.............................37 Budget Blinds of the Delta....................................25 Buffalo Wild Wings................................................85 Bust-a-Bug Pest Control...................................31, 75 Cap’s Oak Street Bar & Grill...................................87 Carol Carey Couture Salon.....................................46 Casey’s Auto Body...................................................39 Celebration Christian Preschool............................35 Central Boulevard Veterinary Hospital.................70 Chaman Kabob Restaurant....................................82 Christi and Steve Durflinger, NextHome Town & Country...................................55 Christine’s Nails.......................................................70 Club Los Meganos, ............................................IFC, 1 Computerized Bookkeeping Services...................74 Contra Costa Appliance Service.............................16 Cortona Park Senior Living....................................55 Cre’me dela Gem Jewelry......................................51 Crosley Gracie Jiu-Jitsu...........................................50 CruiseOne................................................................77 Dads Café ...............................................................95 Dainty Center/ Willow Wood School....................53 Dallas Shanks & Sons Auto Repair.........................15

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Dallas Shanks Chevron...........................................15 Deer Ridge Family Dental........................................4 Delta Barber............................................................67 Delta CrossFit..........................................................32 Delta Pure Water, Etc.............................................58 Delta Spine & Sportcare.........................................49 Dent King Paintless Dent Removal........................29 Dependable Carpet Cleaning................................19 Designer Dogs.........................................................86 Diablo Delta Painting ............................................52 Dickey’s Barbecue Pit..............................................92 Digger’s Diner ........................................................84 Dino’s Sandwich Shop............................................91 Discovery Pest Control............................................27 Doggie Depot.........................................................53 Dragon City.............................................................93 ECC Bank...................................................................6 El Gallito..................................................................92 Elite Comfort Systems.............................................65 Erin Summit, Land Home Financial Services.........48 Esthetics by Denise.................................................63 Expressions Dance Academy..................................33 Eyecare Galleria......................................................24 Farmer’s Daughter Produce...................................53 Flowers By Gerry.....................................................46 Golden Hills Christian School.................................69 Got-A-Party.............................................................65 H.F. Layton Law Office............................................67 Harvest Park Bowl...................................................30 Health Hut...............................................................73 Henson Plumbing...................................................69 HiTech Nails and Spa..............................................54 HomeLife Senior Care.............................................64 i-Net Computer.......................................................49 Iannaccone Chiropractic.........................................61 IRS Cleaners.............................................................45 J. Jones Construction Services................................67 Jalisco’s Mexican Restaurant..................................81 Jamie Connors, JDK & Associates..........................43 JDK & Associates Realty, Inc...................................43 Jennifer Lawrie, W.J. Bradley Mortgage..............70 Jimmy’s Auto Wholesale........................................42 John Muir Medical Group......................................13 Johnny Garlic’s........................................................89 Kendall Automotive.................................................7 Kristin Calmerin, Brentwood Lending Group.......69 Kumon Math & Reading Center ...........................58 La Costa Taqueria....................................................84 La Fuente Mexican Restaurant..............................85 Lebec .......................................................................50 Les Schwab Tire Center..........................................39 Lisa Ferrante, Edward Jones .................................63 Logan Pools.............................................................34 Love for Learning Preschool..................................64 Lucy’s Nail Salon......................................................11 Lumpy’s Diner..........................................................90 Man Cave Consignment ........................................75 Marianne Allison, Johanna Ortiz, North State Financial..............................................63 Max Martial Arts.....................................................74 McCurley’s Abbey Carpet & Floor..........................62 Mikado Bistro..........................................................92 Minuteman Press ...................................................68

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Monkey Wrenches..................................................10 Montessori School..................................................77 Mr. Pickle’s...............................................................90 National Flooring & Supply....................................47 New2You Label Xchange.......................................18 Newberry Estate Vineyards....................................77 NextHome Town & Country...................................36 Nor-Cal Overhead.....................................................9 Not Native Furniture..............................................72 Paradigm Tax Services............................................76 Perez Nursery..........................................................51 Perez Yard Services.................................................77 Pho Le Vietnamese Restaurant..............................90 Platinum Tint & Car Audio.....................................59 Pristine Fine Carpet & Upholstery..................... OBC Quik Stop.................................................................21 Reagan Management Services..............................57 Revive Salon and Spa..............................................72 Ribbons and Roses..................................................73 Round Table Pizza..................................................93 Ruth N. Buzzard, Attorney at Law........................47 SaLon Vitor................................................................3 Sawã Spa............................................................IFC, 1 Sexton Heating and Air..........................................29 Shea Homes/Trilogy at the Vineyards..............IFC, 1 Sheffield Orthodontics...........................................35 Shirasoni Japanese Restaurant..............................87 Simply Catered........................................................94 Skin Care & Waxing by Melanie............................75 Smeed CPA, Inc.......................................................73 Sparkling Pools........................................................65 Summit Funding.....................................................41 Sunbusters Patio Covers.........................................40 Sunshine House Preschool.....................................45 Sutter Health, Dr. Richard Singer..........................23 Sutter Health East Bay Region...............................23 Sweeney’s Grill........................................................89 T.D. Construction....................................................74 Tailgaters Sports Bar & Grill...................................88 Tamale Lovers..........................................................86 Tamie’s Tutoring......................................................72 Tax Care...................................................................20 The Pool Guy...........................................................71 The UPS Store – Sand Creek...................................56 The Wishing Crab...................................................95 Tim Biglow, Biglow Insurance Agency..................12 TLCakes....................................................................85 Traveling Pants........................................................76 True Beauty Brows & Skin Care.............................62 Vic Stewart’s............................................................88 Visiting Angels........................................................67 Walgreens...............................................................60 Wee Care Center, Resurrection Ministries............75 West Coast Solar.....................................................57 Willy’s Bagels & Blends...........................................91 Wordplay Therapy Center......................................65 World Class Window Coverings.............................70 Yogurt Pizazz..........................................................93 Zeid Tax Services.....................................................74

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