Best of the West Winter 2018/2019

A DAY 0N THE WEST SIDE ETHNIC EATS

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Of Your Favorite Restaurants, Shops, Services and MORE

Chandler’s Burger Bistro, Winner of Best Burger

Winter 2018/2019

DISPLAY UNTIL SUMMER 2019

CO NTENTS

Winter 2018/2019

4 THINGS TO DO

Cincinnati’s West Side offers a day of enjoyment and activity.

BY SARA PRCHLIK

5 DINING

West Side offers quality ethnic cuisines that will make you think you’re in another country.

BY SARA PRCHLIK

6 BEST OF THE WEST

Celebrate the best food, service, entertainment and more on the West Side with this year’s Best of the West feature! BY THE EDITORS

Real Chicken, Real Fast, Real Goode Hand Breaded and Homemade Sauces and Coleslaw to die for!

Where will your next vacation be? midwesterntraveler.com (513) 451-3000 • fngoodechicken.com 5102 Crookshank Rd, Cincinnati 45238 2

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The Best Keep Getting Better The 2nd annual Best of the West event at Green Township’s beautiful Nathanael Greene Lodge & Reception Hall was once again a great celebration of all the wonderful businesses that make up the West Side.

I truly enjoy seeing all the great businesses we have on the West Side, from those that have been around for generations to those that are just getting started. And what’s special about the Best of the West event is that there are always some “hidden gem” businesses that many have never heard about that stand out and make a tremendous impression on event-goers.

The more than 400 attendees at the Best of the West celebrations have come to expect this eclectic mix of traditional and modern businesses and thanks to their votes we’re able to present you with this issue’s main feature: a look at our 61 winners, from Best Burger to Best Place to Have a Wedding.

For those who have never attended Cincy Magazine’s Best of the West event I encourage you to check out our social media channels and make plans to join us in 2019 for another memorable evening.

Eric Spangler —Editor

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TH I N GS TO DO

A Day on the West Side

Sara Prchlik

Warsaw Federal Incline Theater

By Sara Prchlik

CINCINNATI’S WEST SIDE OFFERS A DAY OF ENJOYMENT AND ACTIVITY

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incinnati’s West Side provides residents and visitors alike a unique and scenic day full of delicious eats, authentic shops and quality entertainment.

The West Side is guaranteed to produce memorable experiences for residents and visitors morning, noon and night. Take your next day off and spend it in the West Side.

MORNING There’s no better way to start your morning than a fresh cup of coffee with a delicious bakery treat. Luckily, the West Side offers one of the most up-and-coming coffee shops in the Tristate. With a focus on coffee, community and change, BLOC Coffee offers a community that fosters creativity and camaraderie in addition to high-quality coffee. Upon entering the shop customers are instantly at ease with the peaceful aroma. By offering delicious and unique coffee and a variety of breakfast options ranging from avocado toast to breakfast sandwiches, BLOC Coffee is sure to start your day on the West Side the right way.

After fueling up, visit Cincinnati’s largest park, Mt. Airy Forest. With 1,459 acres 4

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of hiking and bridle trails, Mt. Airy Forest offers hiking, horseback riding, a dog park, disc golf and 23 picnic areas. As Ohio’s only wheelchair accessible park, Mt. Airy Forest offers a perfect climate for family and friends to get fresh air, exercise and have fun.

paperbacks visitors are welcomed to spend hours at this one-of-a-kind shop. Rockin’ Rooster Comics and Games also offers two large gaming rooms for visitors and special events.

MIDDAY

For dinner, experience above-the-ordinary dining with an outstanding view of Cincinnati at Incline Public House. Guests are provided with a unique and dynamic experience with delicious eats like gourmet sandwiches, pizzas and salads from Incline Public House’s in-house smoker and brick oven. Incline Public House also provides visitors with craft beer selections with a focus on local craft breweries. Overlooking the magnificent Cincinnati skyline, the West Side doesn’t have a better dinner location.

End your day at Cincinnati’s newest performing arts center, Warsaw Federal Incline Theater. Offering unique shows and brilliant performances, Warsaw Federal Incline Theater constantly leaves guests satisfied with an award-winning selection of plays, talented performers and amazing customer service. n

Price Hill Chili is the perfect lunch destination. With raving reviews, the family owned and operated restaurant has been deemed a Cincinnati legend. With great food like double-decker sandwiches, steaks fresh off the grill and, of course, chili, drinks and a welcoming environment Price Hill Chili has been known for its quality and fresh food and friendly and efficient service since the doors opened in 1962. If you don’t want to miss the big game Price Hill Chili offers the Golden Fleece Lounge, a full-service cocktail lounge with an array of big-screen TVs. Revisit your youth or find the latest and greatest graphic novels and games at Rockin’ Rooster Comics and Games. With over 100 boxes of back issues of a variety of comics and current issues on display and thousands of graphic novels and trade

NIGHT

DINING

Ethnic Eats on the West Side E

veryone loves Skyline and burgers, but who doesn’t need a break from American food every now and then?

Luckily for the Tristate Cincinnati’s West Side has the solution with a variety of restaurants that offer everything from German to Thai cuisine. Expand your palate and gain a little culture by trying something new in the West Side.

VERACRUZ MEXICAN GRILL As a family owned and operated establishment, Veracruz Mexican Grill offers fresh, quality meals and takes care of consumers as if they’re part of the family. The authentic Mexican restaurant offers dishes that consumers will struggle to find anywhere else in the Tristate like tortas, chilaquiles, and menudo (tripe soup). Veracruz Mexican Grill constantly leaves customers happy and wanting more with its unique food, great prices and overall quality of work.

M-T 11 a.m.-10 p.m. F-Sa 11 a.m.-11 p.m. Su 11 a.m.-9 p.m. 3108 Price Ave., Cincinnati, OH 45205. (513) 244-1757.

MAYA INDIAN RESTAURANT Known for outstanding Indian cuisine, excellent service and a friendly staff, Maya Indian Restaurant is a cornerstone of the Cincinnati community. Maya Indian Restaurant emphasizes using only the highestquality and freshest ingredients to produce modern interpretations of classic dishes such as lamb choley, traditional curry, gobhi, tikki bhatha and more. Customers are guaranteed to leave Maya Indian Restaurant with a new appreciation of Indian cuisine and a full stomach. Tu-Su 11 a.m.-10 p.m.

4486 W. Eighth St., Cincinnati, OH 45238.

(513) 244-7300.

SEBASTIAN’S GREEK RESTAURANT Sebastian’s Greek Restaurant’s doors opened in 1976 when Alex, a Greek immigrant from a small village near Kastoria, Greece, decided to be one of the first people

WEST SIDE OFFERS QUALITY ETHNIC CUISINES THAT WILL MAKE YOU THINK YOU’VE CROSSED THE ATLANTIC

By Sara Prchlik

to introduce Greek cuisine to the Cincinnati area. With help from his family, Alex now serves fresh, authentic and quality Greek dishes Monday through Saturday and Sebastian’s Greek Restaurant has been named the best gyro in town. Sebastian’s Greek Restaurant has raving reviews and is also known for its authentic Greek sandwiches, salads and dishes. M-Sa 10:30 a.m.-8 p.m. 5209 Glenway Ave., Cincinnati, OH 45238. (513) 471-2100.

THAI TASTE Famous for outstanding dishes like paning curry, tom yum gai and pik pow, Thai Taste has been named one of Cincinnati’s most popular Thai restaurants. With an emphasis on offering dishes that are made using only traditional Thai recipes and the freshest meat, seafood and vegetables possible, Thai Taste focuses on the quality of its dishes and the customer experience.

Numerous dishes, including soups, salads, noodles, curries, sushi and more, keep customers coming back satisfied time and time again. M-Th 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Fr-Sa 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Su 12 p.m.-8:30 p.m. 5120 Crookshank Road, Cincinnati, OH 45238.

(513) 421-6151.

KREIMER’S BIER HAUS WEST While Cincinnati is known for its rich German heritage, Kreimer’s Bier Haus West is especially known for a unique GermanAmerican cuisine experience. Built in 1982 by the Kreimer family, Kreimer’s Bier Haus West has become a landmark of the West Side, offering a distinctive atmosphere, quality service and a beautiful backdrop of the Great Miami River. Authentic German dishes like shwein chop, bier cheese mett w urst, schnitzel and more have highlighted Kreimer’s Bier Haus West’s distinctive food and authenticity. M-Th 11 a.m.-9 p.m. F 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Sa noon-10 p.m. Su noon-9 p.m. 6052 state Route 128, Cleves, OH 45002. (513) 353-2168. n

The Veracruz Mexican Grill at 3108 Price Ave. in Price Hill offers delicious Mexican cuisine, margaritas and an outdoor patio to enjoy it all.

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Fifty-five businesses from the West Side recently gathered in Green Township’s Nathanael Greene Lodge & Reception Hall to showcase their products, cuisine and services at Cincy Magazine’s 2nd annual Best of the West event.

About 400 people attended the Sept.

27 party and sampled the fare before casting their vote for the best in 61 categories. We tallied those votes and are now proud to present this year’s winners.

The Nathanael Greene Lodge & Reception Hall, Sunrise Treatment and Mount St. Joseph University sponsored this year’s Best of the West event and community partners included Green Township and the Western Economic Council. Healthy Moms & Babes was the event’s nonprofit partner and Bayley provided transportation.

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BAKERY

CATERING

3674 Muddy Creek Road Cincinnati, OH 45238

19 W. Pleasant St. Cincinnati, OH 45215

BBQ

CHEF

10515 New Haven Road Harrison, OH 45030

5774 Bridgetown Road Cincinnati, OH 45248

BREAKFAST/BRUNCH

CHINESE CUISINE

5655 Harrison Ave. Suite B Cincinnati, OH 45248

5818 Cheviot Road Cincinnati, OH 45247

BURGER

FAMILY DINING

6135 Cleves Warsaw Cincinnati, OH 45233

6032 Cheviot Road Cincinnati, OH 45247

BUTCHER

FAST CASUAL

6135 Bridgetown Road Cincinnati, OH 45248

6441 Glenway Ave. Cincinnati, OH 45211

Cakes & Pastries by George

Velvet Smoke BBQ

First Watch

Chandler’s Burger Bistro

Bridgetown Finer Meats

Vonderhaar’s Catering

Kenny Combs - Nick and Tom’s

Golden Dragon

Wicked Good Pub & Grill

J Taps Sports Bar & Grill

FOOD TRUCK

Chicken Mac Truck jarod@chickenmactruck.com casey@chickenmactruck.com

FRIED CHICKEN

F&N Goode Chick’n 5102 Crookshank Road Cincinnati, OH 45238

GREEK CUISINE

Santorini Family Restaurant 3414 Harrison Ave. Cincinnati, OH 45211

BEST BURGER

Chandler’s Burger Bistro

6135 Cleves Warsaw, Cincinnati, OH 45233 Chandler’s Burger Bistro takes a whole new spin on the classic diner experience. Using fresh ground beef from Bridgetown Finer Meats and buns from Servatii for its award-winning hamburgers, Chandler’s stays true to its West-Side customer base.

“We buy local, we use local companies and it’s fresh every day,” says Chandler’s Burger Bistro manager Lynn Supe.

Whether sipping a local craft beer at the sports bar or sitting down for a family dinner at either the Delhi Township or Harrison locations, Chandler’s has become a go-to dining experience for West-Siders.

“You always can meet a WestSider over here,” Supe says. “You always can come in here and know someone, for sure.”

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@chickenmactruck on social media

The Chicken Mac Truck can be seen all around town at big events, festivals, corporate lunches and private occasions offering a variety of unique chicken dishes served over creamy mac ’n’ cheese.

Co-owner Jarod Maier says, “We are so honored to be voted Best Food Truck of the West. It’s a dream come true for us to be able to bring smiles and delicious food to our friends and family on the West Side.”

The truck can be reserved to serve lunch from an office parking lot or event venue.

Gluten-free options are also available by request.

“We truly love what we do and we have the best, most loyal customers,” says Maier.

ICE CREAM/FROZEN YOGURT

MEXICAN CUISINE

RESTAURANT (OVERALL)

6407 Bridgetown Road Cincinnati, OH 45248

11930 Hamilton Ave. Cincinnati, OH 45231

4920 Glenway Ave. Cincinnati, OH 45238

INDEPENDENT COFFEEHOUSE

PATIO DINING

SANDWICH SHOP

5935 Cheviot Road Cincinnati, OH 45247

7445 Forbes Road Cincinnati, OH 45233

6159 Glenway Ave. Cincinnati, OH 45211

ITALIAN CUISINE

PIZZA

SOF T SERVE

4050 North Bend Road Cincinnati, OH 45211

2411 Boudinot Ave. Cincinnati, OH 45238

4050 Drew Ave. Cincinnati, OH 45248

BEST FOOD TRUCK

Chicken Mac Truck

Aroma’s Java & Gelato

White Oak Coffee House

Giovanni’s Italian Restaurant

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Cancun Mexican Restaurant

Cabana on the River

LaRosa’s Pizzeria

Price Hill Chili

J&J Restaurant

Zip Dip

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STEAK

CAR WASH

Maury’s Tiny Cove Steakhouse & Maur’s Bar

Mike’s Carwash 9046 Colerain Ave. Cincinnati, OH 45251

3908 Harrison Ave. Cincinnati, OH 45211

ELECTRIC

EW Heating and Cooling

SUSHI

5945 Cottontail Court Cincinnati, OH 45239

Sakura Steakhouse

FLORIST

5510 Rybolt Road Cincinnati, OH 45248

Lutz Flowers 5110 Crookshank Road Cincinnati, OH 45238

VIEW FROM A RESTAURANT

Incline Public House

HOME HEALTH CARE

2601 W. Eighth St. Cincinnati, OH 45204

9019 Colerain Ave. Cincinnati, OH 45251

Visiting Angels

WINGS

AC/HEATING COMPANY

HOME REMODELER

4498 Harrison Ave. Cincinnati, OH 45211

5945 Cottontail Court Cincinnati, OH 45239

6571 Glenway Ave. Cincinnati, OH 45211

Wild Mike’s

EW Heating and Cooling

Murphy Home Improvement

ACHIEVE MORE Tap, Ballet, Lyrical, Contemporary Tap, Lyrical, Contemporary MusicBallet, Theatre, Hip Hop & Jazz Ages 2 ½ -18 years Music Theatre, Hip Hop & Jazz

Home of “Cincinnati's Theatre Kidz” Ages 2 ½ -18 years for Kids by Kids Home ofTheatre “Cincinnati's Theatre Kidz”

We Pride Ourselves for Age Appropriate Costumes and Music Theatre for Kids by Kids 26 years Teaching Children to Dance, Sing and to have We Pride Ourselves for Age Appropriate Costumes and Music Confidence in who they are and to Love the Arts!

26 years Teaching Children to Dance, Sing and to have Confidence in who they are and to Love the Arts!

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Contact Kecia Yee Bruno

513-520-3993

Contact Kecia Yee Bruno

513-520-3993

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Empowered to Transform the World

Mount Notre Dame is Cincinnati’s oldest all-female Catholic high school, founded in 1860 by the Sisters of Notre Dame de Namur, and is part of the worldwide Notre Dame Learning Community.

MND provides a college preparatory learning environment with an average class size of 19 students. Led by its talented faculty, each student is challenged through a broad selection of engaging classes, including 25 Honors and 20 Advanced Placement (AP) courses. Instruction is enhanced through collegiate-style Block Scheduling and a One-to-One Tablet PC Program that supports a variety of learning styles. MND graduates are prepared for the journey that lies ahead.

www.mndhs.org

BEST HOME HEALTH CARE

Visiting Angels 9019 Colerain Ave. Cincinnati, OH 45251

At Visiting Angels the goal will always be to provide services that honor older adults’ wishes of living in the comfort and familiar surroundings of their own homes while creating a sense of peace to children and extended family, says Michael Schroth, president/owner of Visiting Angels.

“Research suggests that older adults function more independently and thrive longer if they live in an environment that is familiar,” says Schroth. Visiting Angels develops comprehensive, individualized care plans that address identified concerns and fears shared by family members, he says.

Free, no obligation consultations are offered and conducted by Schroth and business calls are answered around the clock.

High End Services at a Small Town Price

A Touch Of Heaven

Salon Massage & Day Spa atouchofheaven.info 513.353.2500 6750/6766 State Route 128 Miamitown Ohio, 45041 W I N T E R 2 0 1 8/2 0 1 9 : : B E S T O F T H E W E S T

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LANDSCAPER

PLACE TO HAVE A WEDDING

3579 Blue Rock Road Cincinnati, OH 45247

6394 Wessleman Road Cincinnati, OH 45248

MANICURE/PEDICURE

PLACE TO PAMPER YOUR PET

6775 Harrison Ave. Cincinnati, OH 45247

6127 Bridgetown Road #B Cincinnati, OH 45248

MASTER STYLIST

RETIREMENT COMMUNITY

6543 Harrison Ave. Cincinnati, OH 45247

990 Bayley Drive Cincinnati, Ohio 45233

PHOTOGRAPHER

TAILOR

White Oak Garden Center

Paragon Salons

Kristy Ward - Studio Lush

Cindy Dover Photography

Nathanael Greene Lodge

Dog Gone Beautiful

Bayley

cindydoverphotography.com

Peppe Ramundo Menswear & Black Tie

SPA DAY

5229 Glenway Ave. Cincinnati, OH 45238

A Touch of Heaven 6750 Hamilton Cleves Pike Road Miamitown, OH 45041

B OUTIQUE

LouLou’s Boutique 6145 Bridgetown Road Cincinnati, OH 45248

JEWELER B OOK STORE

Half Price Books 9720 Colerain Ave. Cincinnati, OH 45251

Dave Faigle & Son Jewelers 6355 Harrison Ave #1 Cincinnati, OH 45247

Dave Faigle & Son Jewelers We are a family-owned, fine jewelry and watch retailer located on the west side of Cincinnati, OH. After 4 generations of experience, we pride ourselves on offering expertise and top-notch personalized care to all of our customers. Stop in a see us at our new location!

Making dreams a reality for 50 years...

...and just getting started www.Vonderhaars.com 6355 Harrison Avenue Unit 1 • Cincinnati, OH 45247 513-598-GOLD(4653) • dfsjewelers.com

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513-554-1969

BEST RETIREMENT COMMUNITY

Bayley

990 Bayley Drive Cincinnati, OH 45233

A nonprofit ministry of the Sisters of Charity, Bayley is a continuum-of-care facility with a five-star rating from the Center for Medicare/Medicaid Services that currently houses nearly 300 seniors in independent-living cottages, assisted-living and memory-support apartments and on the skilled-nursing floors.

“We are proud to be recognized for our commitment to seniors as we strive to provide health and wellness programs, services and senior-living options that promote ‘Life In Every Moment,’” says Kathy Baker, marketing/special events director for Bayley.

Bayley’s community programs include a fitness center boasting 1,800 members, a wellness center offering outpatient therapy and a home-services program that provides nonmedical assistance to seniors in the comfort of their home.

“Bayley is a leader in the health-care industry, adapting to the changing needs of seniors today and into the future,” says Baker.

6125 Harrison Ave Suite C • Cincinnati, OH 45247 • (513) 347-7400

“I’m honored to be a finalist. I come from a family of stylists in Indianapolis. I feel what makes you great at your craft is the team that you feed off of. We are constantly educating ourselves in trends and color”.

Kim Sims, Voted Master Stylist 2018 Best of the West.

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PLACE FOR HOME ACCES SORIES

B OWLING ALLEY

Western Bowl

Carrelli Interior Design

6383 Glenway Ave. Cincinnati, OH 45211

6811 Harrison Ave. Cincinnati, OH 45247

HAPPY HOUR

Bucketheads

BEER SELECTION

West Side Brewing

6507 Harrison Ave. Cincinnati, OH 45247

3044 Harrison Ave. Cincinnati, OH 45211

BEST DANCE/THEATER INSTRUCTION

Head to Toe Dance

5960 Harrison Ave., Cincinnati, OH 45248

As a former Ben-Gals cheerleader, Head to Toe Dance and Performing Arts Studio owner Kecia Yee Bruno knows all about dance and has made it her life’s passion to teach others. “I think what sets us apart from other studios is our commitment to our music and our costumes being age appropriate,” she says. “And taking the time to make sure our students are well-rounded dancers and actors.”

Starting the studio solo 25 years ago, Bruno now has programs at eight schools offering tap, ballet, jazz, hip hop, contemporary, lyrical, musical theater dance and Pilates and has choreographed musicals at Taylor High School for 18 years.

“Our program is not just for dancers but for kids who want to do everything there is about the arts,” says Bruno. Former students are on college dance teams and working professionally as dancers, directors, choreographers, stage managers and producers, she says.

“I look forward to many great years and many new faces to meet,” Bruno says.

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A Christmas Carol - Dinner Theater

Nov. 30, Vinoklet Winery After a dinner consisting of chicken or salmon, salad, dinner rolls, & a glass of wine, Duffy Hudson will perform “A Christmas Carol” in Vinoklet Winerie’s Main Dining Room. At intermission, enjoy dessert, stretch your legs, and get more wine if you choose, then the performance will continue.Each Ticket incluedes entrance to the performance, a glass of wine, and dinner. Dinner includes a garden salad, chicken or salmon, two sides (potato & vegetable), dessert, & coffee and ice tea

New Years Eve Party

Dec. 31, Vinoklet Winery New Year’s Eve Party at Vinoklet Winery! Every year Vinoklet winery throws a fantastic party for New Year’s Eve so you don’t want to miss out. Wine, Beer, Dancing, & Music by DJ Dave King. 21 and over. An Evening of Wine, Beer, Dancing & Fun at the Winery!

2019 Redwood Express Enters the Jungle Repeal of Prohibition Party

Dec. 7, The Verona Vineyards Join us at The Verona Vineyards “Speakeasy” for a night of Wine, Beer, Bourbon, Music, Food and Fun as we celebrate the 85th anniversary of the repeal of Prohibition. Try your luck at our Roulette, Blackjack and Texas Hold’em tables provided by Cincinnati Circus!

Each table will be ran by professional dealers who also possess some entertaining talents! Tickets are now available! Included in your cost will be a glass of a Verona Vineyards award winning wine as well as $50,000 in gambling chips! At the end of your night every $10,000 earned will be traded in for one raffle ticket (limit of 25) that can be used to bid on multiple prizes provided by Verona Vineyards.

March 1, Paul Brown Stadium Please join us at our largest fundraising event of the year! Get your picture taken with Ben-Gal Cheerleaders in the Photo Booth. Enjoy drinks while sitting in Paul Brown Stadium. Live music by the Naked Karate Girls will accompany dinner. Have fun with the Live & Silent auctions, raffles and games during the event.

GM Heritage Center Tour

Mar. 22, GM Heritage Center Cincy Motorsports Journal has arranged access to the GM Heritage Center. The Heritage Center chronicles GM’s history of innovation with displays of Cars, Trucks, Prototypes, Signs and Archives. Find the “Build Sheet” for vehicles and other archival materials, see the original configuration of everything GM.

Are you a nonprofit looking for a no upfront cost promotion for an upcoming event?

Contact: Eric Harmon, President & Publisher • eharmon@cincymagazine.com • 513-297-6205

LIVE MUSIC

BIRTHDAY LOCATION

7445 Forbes Road Cincinnati, OH 45233

11745 Commons Drive Springdale, OH 45246

SPORTS BAR

DANCE/THEATER INSTRUCTION

6507 Harrison Ave. Cincinnati, OH 45247

5960 Harrison Ave Cincinnati, OH 45248

WINE STORE/ TASTING

MUSIC INSTRUCTION

Cabana on the River

Sky Zone

Bucketheads

Vinoklet Winery 11069 Colerain Ave. Cincinnati, OH 45252

FITNES S CENTER

Western Tennis & Fitness Club 5490 Muddy Creek Road Cincinnati, OH 45238

FITNES S CLAS S INSTRUCTOR

Barb Wenning - Gymbos

Head to Toe Dance

Western Hills Music FITNES S TRAIL

Miami Whitewater Forest 9001 Mt. Hope Road Crosby Township, OH 45030

PERSONAL TRAINER

Dave Tennant - Gymbos 6037 Harrison Ave. Cincinnati, OH 45248

6037 Harrison Ave. Cincinnati, OH 45248

FRIED CHICKEN

F&N Goode Chick’n Tenders 5102 Crookshank Road Cincinnati, OH 45238

F&N Goode Chick’n Tenders focuses on one thing and does it well.

“We succeeded in finding the perfect spice profile for the chicken,” says owner Jonathan Fessel. “We use simple processes of hand-cut tenders, brining and hand battering to make the tenders moist and golden.”

From the moment the idea for F&N Goode Chick¹n Tenders was cooked up Fessel says his team researched recipes, equipment and menu items with the ultimate goal to keep it simple and get it right.

“Our equipment lets us fry up tasty tenders quickly,” says Fessel. “Our tenders are a beautiful golden outside and tastes great. As we say here at F&N Goode Chick’n—real chicken, real fast, real Goode and mean it. And Cincy Magazine’s Best of the West confirms it.”

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4310 Harrison Ave. Cincinnati, OH 45211

PARK

Miami Whitewater Forest 9001 Mt. Hope Road Harrison, OH 45030

BEST OF THE WEST PROFILE

Visiting Angels

9019 Colerain Ave., Cincinnati, OH 45251 513-598-6770 • visitingangels.com/cincinnatiwest Do you have a loved one with dementia, Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, heart failure, diabetes, a history of/or potential fall risk or other medical conditions who needs assistance with daily living?

Often, family members provide care, but as their condition changes and those providing the care have other commitments family members alone are not always able to provide the necessary care for loved ones.

Visiting Angels provides affordable, dependable and personalized in-home care. Caregivers provide personal care (bathing assistance), transportation for appointments or errands, meal preparation, light housework (including laundry/ linens), personal hygiene assistance (toileting), mobility assistance and general companion care. Visiting Angels is highly trained and experienced in providing care to those with Alzheimer’s/dementia

and other memory-related conditions.

Care shifts can be from one hour up to 24 hours seven days a week.

Visiting Angels can meet everyday needs by providing nonmedical, in-home care and companionship to clients who are older, disabled or convalescent, allowing them to maintain independence in the privacy of their home. Visiting Angel’s caregivers are carefully screened for experience, the genuine desire to help people and are patient and understanding.

Visiting Angels/Cincinnati West, has been in business for over nine years, so see for yourself why Visiting Angels is considered “America’s choice in homecare” by many as the premier in-home, nonmedical service provider.

Call 513-598-6770 for your free consultation or in-home assessment or visit: visitingangels.com/cincinnatiwest for more information.

About the owner Michael Schroth, owner/president of Visiting Angels, Cincinnati West, was born and raised in the Cincinnati area and comes from a large family that emphasized the importance of giving back.

Schroth graduated from Northern Kentucky University with a B.S. in psychology and then went on to complete his master’s degree in social work from the University of Kentucky.

He is also a certified dementia practitioner.

Schroth has more than 30 years of experience in health and human services and has held numerous volunteer appointments in the community. His family has had to personally deal with the emotional struggles of caring for their mother with Alzheimer’s and the impact it has on the entire family. He also knows the challenges of coming to terms with aging parents and their diminishing health.

All potential clients receive a free in-home consultation by Schroth. During the in-home visit, he will also do a complimentary fall risk assessment to help your loved one stay safe in their home.

Each Visiting Angels agency is a franchise that is independently owned and operated.

PRESCHOOL

SCHOOL SPIRIT (K-12)

4418 Bridgetown Road Cincinnati, OH 45211

3200 Ebenezer Road Cincinnati, OH 45248

Pilgrim Preschool

Oak Hills High School

BEST CHINESE CUISINE

Golden Dragon 5818 Cheviot Road Cincinnati, OH 45247

Family owned since 1995, Golden Dragon continues its rich legacy that was started by her father, chef Tom Ooi, who died in February after a sudden illness, says Michelle Ooi-Witko, general manager.

Offering a popular extensive menu from Szechuan, Hunan and Thai food, Golden Dragon’s loyal customers continue to help it thrive over two decades of service.

“Our family will continue to follow in our father’s hard-work footsteps and serve with excellence one day at a time,” says Ooi-Witko.

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Western Tennis & Fitness Club is a family-owned and operated business.

Our mission is to provide a great place on the West Side of Cincinnati for individuals and families to play tennis, work out, swim and enjoy a nice, clean facility where we know you and want the best for you.

Cincy Magazine

Voted Best Happy Hour & Sports Bar on the West Side Happy Hour Daily 2p-7p Breakfast Every Sunday $5.9 9 Lunch Specials Daily Daily Drink Specials Featured Craft B eer Weekly

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BEST SPA DAY

A Touch of Heaven Salon Massage & Day Spa 6750 Hamilton Cleves Road, Miamitown, OH 45041

A Touch of Heaven is definitely true to its name. Offering valuable, affordable services that not only pampers the soul but also provides the necessary boost one’s wellness craves.

“Within our ATOH family we are blessed to have so many nurturing, well diverse, experienced, educated and caring providers. Their dedication radiates with every passing day,” says Mindy Lovins, owner.

“Our clients have showed their support through sharing their experience with others and loyalty with return visits. A Touch of Heaven has so many fantastic treatments to indulge oneself while in a comfortable, cozy atmosphere in the heart of quaint Miamitown, where you can get high-end services at a small-town price,” she says.

“My family has supported me unconditionally as this business has developed,” says Lovins. “I am proud that many have walked beside me on my journey, even more so that my two daughters became massage therapist and are helping to set our roots deeper.

“All of the above are the reasons why I believe A Touch of Heaven won the destination for Spa Day Best of the West 2018,” says Lovins.

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Pizza

FIN A LISTS

■ NYPD Pizza n LaRosa’s Pizzeria ■ Trotta’s Pizza

The Best of the West is a celebration and competition among the top establishments on the West Side. Finalists were determined by nominations cast by the general public and the readers of Cincy Magazine.

Below are the finalists as well as the winners in each category.

Restaurant (Overall) ■ Maury’s Tiny Cove & Maur’s Bar n Price Hill Chili ■ Primavista

Sandwich Shop

FOOD: Bakery n Cakes & Pastries by George ■ Regina Bakery ■ Bonomini Bakery

BBQ n Velvet Smoke BBQ ■ Big Art’s BBQ ■ Woots BBQ

Breakfast/Brunch ■ Price Hill Chili n First Watch ■ Red Squirrel

Burger n Chandler’s Burger Bistro ■ Wild Mike’s ■ Tavern on the Bend

Butcher n Bridgetown Finer Meats ■ Langen Meats ■ Humbert’s Meat

Catering ■ A Taste of Class Catering ■ R&R Quality Meats n Vonderhaar’s Catering Inc.

Chef ■ John - Bamboo House n Kenny Combs - Nick & Tom’s ■ Jason - Sakura Steak House

Chinese Cuisine ■ China Chef n Golden Dragon ■ Bamboo House

Family Dining n Wicked Good Pub & Grill ■ Price Hill Chili ■ Ron’s Roost 20

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Fast Casual n J Taps Sports Bar & Grill ■ Nick & Tom’s ■ Skyline Chili

■ Izzy’s n J&J Restaurant ■ Tag’s Cafe

Soft Serve Food Truck n Chicken Mac Truck ■ Hungry Bros.

■ Red Sesame Korean BBQ

■ Cone Zone ■ Gold Top Dairy Bar n Zip Dip

Steak Fried Chicken n F&N Goode Chick’n Tenders ■ Hatting’s Supermarket ■ Ron’s Roost

■ Tavern on the Bend n Maury’s Tiny Cove & Maur’s Bar ■ Sakura Steak House

Sushi Greek Cuisine n Santorini Greek Restaurant ■ Sebastian’s ■ Zorbas Greek Restaurant

Ice Cream/Frozen Yogurt

■ Bamboo House n Sakura Steakhouse ■ Thai Namtip

View From a Restaurant

n Aroma’s Java & Gelato ■ Putz’s Creamy Whip ■ General Custer’s

■ Cabana on the River n Incline Public House ■ Prima Vista

Independent Coffeehouse

Wings

■ Aroma’s Java & Gelato n White Oak Coffee House ■ College Hill Coffee Shop

■ Chandler’s Burger Bistro ■ Crossroads Sports Bar & Grill n Wild Mike’s

Italian Cuisine

SERVICE:

n Giovanni’s Family Italian Restaurante ■ LaRosa’s Pizzeria ■ Prima Vista

Mexican Cuisine ■ Avocados Mexican Restaurant & Bar n Cancun Mexican Restaurant ■ Veracruz Mexican Grill

Patio Dining n Cabana on the River ■ Incline Public House ■ Wicked Good Pub & Grill

AC/Heating Company ■ Anderson Automatic Heating & Cooling n E.W. Heating & Air Cooling ■ Schibi Heating & Cooling

Car Wash n Mike’s Car Wash ■ Royal Car Wash ■ LA Express Car Wash

Electric n E.W. Heating & Air Cooling ■ Kist Electric ■ TMI Electrical Solutions

HEALTH:

Florist

Tailor

■ All About Flowers n Lutz Flowers ■ Petals and Glass

■ Bianco Custom Tailors ■ Lisa Rose Alterations n Peppe Ramundo Menswear & Black Tie

Home Health Care

SHOPPING:

■ Pure Barre ■ Mercy Healthplex n Western Tennis & Fitness Club

Book Store

Fitness Class Instructor

n Half Price Books ■ Inner Blessings ■ The Friends Warehouse

■ Jeff Robison - Club MMA ■ Sarah Celek - Pure Barre n Barb Wenning - Gymbos

Boutique

Fitness Trail

n LouLou’s Boutique ■ Metallic Giraffe ■ Orange Blossom Consignments

■ Fernbank Park n Miami Whitewater Forest ■ Bicentenial

Jeweler

Personal Trainer

■ Robin James Jewelers ■ Geraci’s Fine Jewelers n Dave Faigle & Son Jewelers

n Dave Tennant - Gymbos Personal Training ■ Jeff Robinson - Club MMA ■ John Bedel - Solid Training

Place for Home Accessories

CHILDREN:

■ Home Care by Black Stone ■ Ohio Living Llanfair n Visiting Angels

Home Remodeler ■ Blum Construction n Murphy Home Improvement ■ Sullivan Custom Builders

Landscaper ■ Allison Landscaping & Water Garden ■ Bob Meyer Landscaping n White Oak Garden Center

Manicure/Pedicure n Paragon Salon Day Spa ■ Studio Lush ■ US Nails

Master Stylist ■ Cassie Bryce - Anthony’s Salon ■ Kim Sims - J McQueen’s Salon n Kristen Ward - Studio Lush

Photographer ■ Michelle Photography ■ Anthony Antal Photography n Cindy Dover Photography

Place For a Spa Day n A Touch of Heaven Spa ■ Paragon Salon Day Spa ■ Studio Lush

Place to Have a Wedding ■ Aston Oaks Golf Club n Nathanael Greene Lodge ■ Receptions Conference Center

Place to Pamper Your Pet ■ Wildflower Dog Spa n Dog Gone Beautiful ■ Pampered Paws and Claws

Retirement Community ■ Ohio Living Llanfair n Bayley ■ Hillebrand Nursing

■ Bargains and Buyouts n Carrelli Interior Design ■ Sacksteder’s Interiors

Fitness Center

Birthday Party Location

ENTERTAINMENT:

n Skyzone ■ Scallywag Tag ■ Stumps Bowling Alley

Beer Selection

Dance/Theater Instruction

■ Marty’s Hops and Vines ■ The Brink Brewery n West Side Brewing

n Head to Toe Dance Studio & Performing Arts ■ Turning Pointe Dance Academy ■ Technical Dance Center

Bowling Alley

Music Instruction

■ Colerain Bowl ■ Stumps Bowling Alley n Western Bowl

n Western Hills Music ■ Wyoming Fine Arts Center ■ The Music Shoppe

Happy Hour

Park

n Bucketheads ■ Marty Hops & Vines ■ Northside Tavern

■ West Fork Park n Miami Whitewater Forest ■ Veterans Park

Live Music

Preschool

■ Blue Note n Cabana on the River ■ Knotty Pine Bar

■ A Child’s Garden Inc. n Pilgrim Preschool ■ 3-C Nursery School

Sports Bar

School Spirit (K-12)

n Bucketheads ■ Game Time Sports Bar & Grill ■ J Taps Sports Bar & Grill

■ Colerain High School ■ LaSalle High School n Oak Hills High School

Wine Store/Tasting ■ BFM Wine Shop ■ Somm Wine Bar n Vinoklet Winery

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