Best of Arlington 2018

2018

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Sun Gazette 2018 Best of Arlington Poll

Best Pizza (Fire Works won in 2017) Best Italian Restaurant Best Family Restaurant (Fire Works won in 2017) Best Place to be Seen Best Customer Service Best Catering Best Delivery Best Server - Brian Malone (Brian won in 2016 & 2017) Most Colorful Character – Brian Malone Best Bartender - Mike Ozdowski (Mike won in 2017) Best Boss - Kevin Malone (Kevin won in 2017) Since 2010, Fire Works American Pizzeria & Bar has grown to become a go-to ‘fan favorite’, in Arlington, with a rich selection of delicious tasty mouth-watering pizzas, a wide variety of beers, 33 on tap, and over 120 in bottles. We’re close to you, on Clarendon Boulevard and North Adams Street, near Courthouse Metro, with a massive two-deck parking garage underneath our outdoor patio and restaurant.

Fire Works is very proud, humbled and thankful to readers who voted for us, winning eleven categories in the 2018 Best of Arlington Poll.

IT DOESN’T GET ANY BETTER THAN FIRE WORKS!

FIR E WO RKS

fireworkspizza.com

703.527.8700 2350 Clarendon Blvd., Arlington

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AROUND ARLINGTON

Arlington’s Best, decided by you!

Administrative Assistant

Shanti Martin, Long & Foster Boss

The votes are in – nearly 4,000 of them – and readers of the Sun Gazette and InsideNoVa have chosen winners in the 2018 “Best of Fairfax” competition.

Voters cast their ballots online, with winners selected in a wide array of categories and showcasing the best the local community has to offer.

Congratulations to the winners, kudos to all the nominees and thanks to our readers for helping to determine the best in our local community.

And don’t forget to patronize all our fine local establishments. A healthy community depends on a vibrant group of businesses.

This guide is a good place to start.

CHERRYDALE MOTORS

Kevin Malone, Fire Works Pizza 2350 Clarendon Blvd., Arlington, VA 22201 703-527-8700 | www.FireworksPizza.com Community Event/Festival

Rosslyn BID’s Outdoor Summer Movie Festival

THANK YOU FOR CHOOSING CHERRYDALE MOTORS AND BILLY PACHECO BEST OF ARLINGTON Cherrydale Motors was founded in 2007 when owners Wade Aylor and Bill Pacheco decided to start a small business instead of working for a large corporation. They have combined experience of over 45 years working in the auto repair industry.. Cherrydale Motors is a full service shop with the ability to fix anything foreign and domestic.

A Family Owned and Operated, Full-service Automotive Repair Shop with an experienced staff, ASE Master certified technicians, and a work-ethic that would make your barn-raising great-grandfather beam with pride, Cherrydale Motors is the one-stop shop for all your vehicle’s needs.

Date Spot

Lyon Hall Most Colorful Character

Brian Malone, Fire Works Pizza 2350 Clarendon Blvd., Arlington, VA 22201 703-527-8700 | www.FireworksPizza.com Place of Worship

St. Thomas More Cathedral

3412 Lee Highway, Arlington, Va 22207

(703) 527-5511

Business Hours: Mon.-Fri. 8am – 6pm, Saturday 8am – 5pm

www.cherrydalemotors.com

Thanks for voting us the best!

3301 New Mexico Avenue, NW, Suite 236 Washington, DC 20016

202.966.9590 DAVinciplastic.com

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Non-profit/Civic Support Organization

Alexandria Aces Collegiate Summer Baseball Favorite Road

Spout Run

Performing Arts/Music Venue

Signature Theatre Photographer

Alison at DeSilva Studios

Gossip Center

Northside Social Non-profit/Civic Support Worker

Lou Nolan, Alexandria Aces Collegiate Summer Baseball Place to be Seen

NATURAL FOOD, TREATS, TOYS & SUPPLIES

Fire Works Pizza 2350 Clarendon Blvd., Arlington, VA 22201 703-527-8700 | www.FireworksPizza.com

AUTO Auto Repair Shop

Cherrydale Motors 3412 Lee Highway Arlington, VA 22207 703-527-5511 | www.cherrydalemotors.com Mechanic

Bill Pacheco, Cherrydale Motors 3412 Lee Highway Arlington, VA 22207 703-527-5511 | www.cherrydalemotors.com

Public Servant

Lyndell Core, Arlington County Parks Worst Traffic Hazard

Clarendon Blvd. and North Adams St.

THANK YOU FOR VOTING US

BEST PET SERVICES COME VISIT US: LEE HARRISON SHOPPING CENTER 2501 N Harrison St (703) 534-0690 CLARENDON 2509 N. Franklin Rd. (703) 875-2007

ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT

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Barber Shop

Courthouse Barbershop Esthetician

Megan Keany at SkinDC Hair Salon

Art Gallery

Arlington Arts Center Artist

Alison Broadbent Author

Amy Brecount White Band/Musician

The Legwarmers Graphic Artist

At Kriser’s Natural Pet, we nurture lifelong relationships with pets and their families by providing only the best natural pet food, treats, supplies and grooming services. We combine that with outstanding knowledge and dedicated customer service for both you and your furry family member.

BEAUTY WELLNESS

Evelyn Powers, Design Powers Movie Theater

Arlington Cinema ‘n’ Drafthouse

Salon Joseph 5121 Lee Highway, Arlington, VA 22207 (703) 532-4247 | www.joestyle1.com Hairstylist/Barber

Lauren FelizDurishin, Beauty

by Word of Mouth 571-429-4920 | www.beautybywom.com Massage Services

The Teal Center for Therapeutic Massage Massage Therapist

Amanda Long, The Teal Center for Therapeutic Massage Nail Salon

York Town Nail

Music Shop

Action Music LtdFalls Church Performing Arts Group

Signature Theater Events

Spa

The Red Door Salon and Spa Tanning salon

Fit to be Tan, LLC

CHILDCARE/EDUCATION Camp/Summer Program

EMERGENCY SERVICES Firefighter

Alexandria Aces Collegiate Summer Baseball Camps

James Dansereau, Fort Myer Fire Department

Childcare/Preschool

Law Enforcement Officer

Full Circle Montessori School College/University

George Mason University Arlington Campus Private School

St. Thomas More Cathedral School 105 North Thomas Street, Arlington, VA 22203 703-528-6781 | www.stmschool.org Public School

Long Branch Elementary School Teacher

April Dunn, Full Circle Montessori School

Voted Arlington’s Most

Dean Mathews, Arlington Police Department

Romantic

DINING

Dining Destination

Asian Restaurant

Bankok 54 Bakery/Pastries

Heidelberg Bakery 2150 N. Culpeper St. Arlington, VA 22207 703-527-8394 | www.heidelbergbakery.com Bar/Pub

Westover Beer Garden BBQ Restaurant

Rocklands Barbeque & Grilling Company

Chef Crafted Cuisine Renowned Wines Selection Best Micro Breweries Located in the Secluded Ellipse Garden Courtyard Off Taylor St. 4301 Wilson Blvd, Arlington VA. 22203 703-243-7900 | http://gcbistro.wine

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Bartender

Mike Ozdowski, Fire Works Pizza 2350 Clarendon Blvd., Arlington, VA 22201 703-527-8700 | www.FireworksPizza.com Brewery

New District Brewing Company 2709 S Oakland St, Arlington, VA 22206 703-888-5820 | www.newdistrictbrewing.com Chef

Mike Isabella, Kapnos Taverna Coee Shop

North Side Social Deli

The Italian Store Delivery

Fire Works Pizza 2350 Clarendon Blvd., Arlington, VA 22201 703-527-8700 | www.FireworksPizza.com Family Restaurant

Fire Works Pizza 2350 Clarendon Blvd., Arlington, VA 22201 703-527-8700 | www.FireworksPizza.com Indian Restaurant

Delhi Dhaba

Fine Dining

Ray’s the Steak House Hamburger/Cheeseburger

Elevation Burger Italian Restaurant

Fire Works Pizza 2350 Clarendon Blvd., Arlington, VA 22201 703-527-8700 | www.FireworksPizza.com Latin Restaurant

El Pollo Rico Mexican/Southwestern Restaurant

District Taco Middle Eastern Restaurant

Lebanese Taverna Pizza

Fire Works Pizza 2350 Clarendon Blvd., Arlington, VA 22201 703-527-8700 | www.FireworksPizza.com Sandwich/Sub

The Italian Store Romantic Dining

Grand Cru Wine Bar and Bistro 4301 Wilson Blvd. Arlington, VA 22203 703-243-7900 | www.grandcru-wine.com

Thanks for voting us the Best!

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Sushi

Interior Design Services

Sushi Rock

Kate Fallon, Studio K

Waiter/Waitress

Brian Malone, Fire Works Pizza 2350 Clarendon Blvd., Arlington, VA 22201 703-527-8700 | www.FireworksPizza.com

Arlington, VA 202-361-3122 | www.designbystudiok.com Lawn / Garden Equipment

Ayer’s Hardware

Outdoor Dining

Westover Beer Garden Wings

BonChon

Moving Service

My Guys Moving 2111 Wilson Blvd., Arlington VA 22201 703-521-8800 | www.MyGuysMoving.com Mowing/Landscape Company

Ian’s Lawn Service HOME & GARDEN Carpet Care

Ayoub Carpet Service

Pest Control

Home Paramount Pest Control Co Picture Framer

Dry Cleaners

Eco Cleaners

KH Framing Plant Center

Furniture Store

Random Harvest

Merrifield

Maid Service

Tree Care

WellNest Falls Church

Arlington Tree Care

Voted Best Jeweler in Arlington!! in Pentagon Row

Best Hair Stylist in Arlington – Lauren Feliz-Durishin of Beauty by Word of Mouth Make Up Artist & Style Consultant

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Nurse

Dr. Danielle Holmes, Capital Women’s Care

HEALTH & MEDICAL Alternative Medicine

Mary Ellen Gallagher, M.D., Northern Va

Obstetrician/Gynecologist/Midwife

Dr. Danielle Holmes, Capital Women’s Care

Chiropractor

Dr. Andrino Flevotomos, ChiroGroup

Orthodontist

Dentist

David Stuver, DDS, Arlington Eye Doctor

Dr. A. Wali Ziayee, M.D., Arlington Eye Care

Dr. Hani Thariani, Hani Thariani Orthodontics Pediatrician

Dr. Jasani, Arlington Area Pediatrics

Dr. Steven Davison, DAVinci Plastic Surgery 202-966-9590 | www.DAVinciplastic.com DAVinci’s core mission is to provide a “patient-centric” environment for your care and our office focuses on the patient.

Dr. Davison’s triple board certifications in plastic surgery, facial plastic surgery, and otolaryngology/head and neck surgery are testimonial to the breadth and depth of his surgical expertise and experience.

As one of the only triple board-certified surgeon in the Washington DC area, Dr. Davison is devoted to providing his patients with the highest level of care and superb results.

Psychiatrist

Dr. Susan Kozel MD

Psychologist/Counselor

Wendy Zevin MD

General Practitioner

Christopher Walsh, Primary Care Arlington

Virginia Hospital Center Urgent Care

Pharmacy

Dermatology

Preston’s Care Pharmacy

Plastic Surgeon

HOSPITALITY

Urgent Care Facility

Dr. Herbert FDL Dermatology

Hotel/Resort

OCCASIONS Cake/Cupcakes

Sugar Shack Catering Company

Fire Works Pizza 2350 Clarendon Blvd., Arlington, VA 22201 703-527-8700 | www.FireworksPizza.com DJ

DJ Sabra Event Photography

Julie Monticello, Tell Chronicles Event Planner

Sara Franklin, Social Scene Events Events rentals

Rental Works

Americana Hotel/Motel

Gateway Park

Tourist Destination

Florist

Air Force Memorial

Event Venue

Company Florists

NEW DISTRICT BREWING CO. newdistrictbrewing.com

2018

thank you for voting us best brewery in arlington!

Arlington’s first production brewery in 100 years!

Featuring a wide range of craft beers, including the 1821, a golden color, medium body, Belgian style saison featuring ingredients from Greece inspired by our family village.

2709 Oakland Street | Arlington, VA 22206 THU–FRI 3:30–10pm, SAT Noon–10pm, SUN Noon–6pm

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THANK YOU TO ALL THE READERS OF THE SUN GAZETTE FOR VOTING RED HOUSE ARCHITECTS #1.

1612 N. Fillmore St., Arlington, Va. 22201 703-346-9819

rbraddock@redhousesearch.com

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Limo/Car Service

Smart Limousine Service PETS Animal Adoption Organization

Animal Welfare League of Arlington Animal Rescue Organization

Lucky Dog Animal Rescue Pet Kennel

Woofs Pet Services

Kriser’s Natural Pet Clarendon: 703-875-2007 2509 N Franklin Rd. | Arlington, VA 22201 Lee Harrison: 703-534-0690 2501 N Harrison St. | Arlington, VA 22207 www.krisers.com At Kriser’s Natural Pet, we nurture lifelong relationships with pets and their families by providing only the best natural pet food, treats, supplies and grooming services. We combine that with outstanding knowledge and dedicated customer service for both you and your furry family member.

Pet Store

Dogma Bakery

Thank you for Voting Us “Best of Arlington” — Hair Salon & Barber Shop

2772 S Arlington Mill Dr., Arlington, VA 22206 571-422-0370 | dogmabakery.com Dogma is Arlington’s only locallyowned and operated pet products and grooming services retailer. Established in 2000, we are proud to say that our treats are made in-house with the fresh ingredients; our foods and packaged treats are chosen with your pet’s best interest in mind, and our grooming services are consistently rated as “Best of ” throughout Northern Virginia.

Healthy foods and treats, force-free and top quality products for you and your pet, and gentle and quality grooming services.

All in one place. We’ll even special order your favorite items – or your fish, reptile or small companion animal products.

Just ask!

Place to Walk Dog

Shirlington Dog Park Veterinarian

Adrienne Hergen, DVM Shirlington Veterinary Practice

Shirlington Animal Hospital

• Voted Best Hair Salon • Winner Best Hair Colorist Specialist, WUSA9 • Northern Virginia (NOVA) Best Hair Salon, Modern Magazine • Featured on Fox News • Best Hair Color Northern Virginia Magazine 5121 Lee Hwy • Arlington, VA 22207 703-532-4247 SalonJoseph@gmail.com

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WE LOVE OUR CLIENTS

Tommy Avent,

Associate Broker Licensed in DC & VA (703) 346-3373 tommy@juliaavent.com

Julia Avent,

Broker/Owner Licensed in VA, DC and MD (703) 850-6606 julia@juliaavent.com

Thank you to all of our clients and friends who voted us Best of Arlington!

Juila and Tommy Avent have over 50 years of combined experience in helping people buy, sell, renovate and build homes and have worked in every aspect of the industry. They view real estate as a service industry, not just sales, and work to help clients make informed decisions every step of the way.

RE/MAX by invitation 4784 Lee Hwy Arlington, VA 22207 703-670-8730 x 7

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PROFESSIONAL SERVICES Accountant

Mortgage Broker

Frank Fannon, SunTrust Mortgage

Marsha Scott Wendroff and Associates

Guaranteed Rate Affinity

Attorney

Title Company

Ellice Halpern, Little Falls Mediation Bank

Navy Federal Credit Union Banker

Karen Rosales Arlington Community Federal Credit Union Financial Advisor

Momodou Bojang

Mortgage Brokerage

KVS Title RECREATION & FITNESS Coach

John Skaggs, Head Baseball Coach Yorktown High School & Co-Owner and CEO of Prime Time Baseball 703-861-9717 | www.primetimebaseball.com Fitness Center/Gym

Dance Instructor/Choreographer

Laura, Adagio Ballet Dance Studio

Perfect Pointe Dance Studio 2499 N Harrison St., Ste LL-1, Arlington VA 22207 703-533-8830 | www.perfectpointe.com Perfect Pointe Dance Studio is Arlington’s most comprehensive provider of high quality dance education, offering classes for ages 18months through adult in Tap, Jazz, Ballet, Hip Hop, Modern, Acrobatics and Musical Theater dance, both recreational and competitive tracks. Our mission is to foster creativity, cultural appreciation, self-confidence, and a healthy and active lifestyle in students of all levels and ages by providing well-rounded, high-quality dance education in a warm and family-friendly atmosphere. Our qualified and caring staff are committed to constant learning and improvement, meaning you always receive the best dance training and exceptional customer service. Come see what makes us one of 2018’s “Best of Arlington!”

Personal Trainer

Arlington Community Federal Credit Union

Pure Barre Pentagon City

COR FIT / Sheila Cordaro

Insurance Agent

Golf Course

Recreation Facility

Max Olsen, Nationwide

Army Navy Country Club

Thank you Arlington for choosing Studio K Interior Design & Window Treatments as Best Interior Designer 2018

Barcroft Sports and Fitness Center

Yoga/Pilates Instructor

Sarah Lynn, Journey Yoga Studio Yoga/Pilates Studio

Sun & Moon Yoga Studio REAL ESTATE, CONSTRUCTION & HOME IMPROVEMENT Architect

Red House Architects 1612 N Fillmore St. Arlington, VA 22201 703-346-9819 | www.redhousearch.com Builder/Construction Company

Whitestone Custom Homes Carpentry Company

Tom Stoker Carpentry Residential Real Estate Brokerage

Keller Williams Realty Arlington 2101 Wilson Blvd. Suite 100 | Arlington, VA 22201 703-224-6000 | www.KWArlington.com

Thank you Arlington for Voting me the Best Coach!

John Skaggs

Turning design challenges into beautiful & functional living spaces

Kate Fallon, ASID Allied Member Arlington VA 202-361-3122 www.designbystudiok.com

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703-861-9717

primetimebaseball2310@gmail.com www.primetimebaseball.co

Commercial Real Estate Brokerage

Hardware Store

Cherrydale Hardware

Keller Williams Realty

2101 Wilson Blvd. Suite 100 | Arlington, VA 22201 703-224-6000 | www.KWArlington.com Keller Williams Realty is proud to announce the realization of a long-held goal to be the #1 real estate company in North America across all statistical categories as well as being named the #1 Happiest Place to Work by Forbes Magazine! A reflection of these great achievements can also be seen with KW Metro Center - Arlington having been voted the #1 real estate brokerage in Arlington County. We want to extend a heartfelt thanks to the Arlington community and to our clients who provided us the opportunity to help them achieve their personal real estate goals.

Congratulations to all of the exemplary agents from the KW Metro Center Arlington office!

Countertops

FSI Renovations Alexandria HVAC Company

M. E. Flow 6426 Richmond HWY Alexandria 703-777-2311 | www.meflow.com Handyman/Home Services

Jake Green, Green Renovations

Electrician

Mark Young Electric Painting Company

Painter Roofing and Construction Plumbing Company

All Plumbing Remodeling Company

Case Design & Remodeling Residential Realtor

Natalie U. Roy, Keller Williams Realty, Arlington 2101 Wilson Boulevard #100, Arlington, VA 22201 703-819-4915 (direct) | 703-224-6000 (office) www.bicyclingrealty.com “Natalie Roy, Arlington’s own bicycling real estate agent, is known to the neighborhood where she and her family have lived in Arlington for 27 years, the high school girls tennis team she has coached for 13 years, and the countless school and community organizations she has thrown herself into, as a woman who brings pas-

PRE-K TO GRADE 8 A high performing U.S. Department of Education Blue Ribbon School since 2006.

sion and energy to everything she does.

Her real estate clients also know of her tireless creativity, whether in finding them a new home or marketing the one they want to sell, and of her strategic insight into the often complex negotiations involved in the largest financial transaction most people will ever make.” Art Vandelay

Current Boutique

Real Estate Team

Jewelry

Julia and Tommy Avent RE/MAX by Invitation 4784 Lee Highway | Arlington, VA 22207 www.juliaavent.com Juila and Tommy Avent have over 50 years of combined experience in helping people buy, sell, renovate and build homes and have worked in every aspect of the industry. They view real estate as a service industry, not just sales, and work to help clients make informed decisions every step of the way. Their service-first mentality results in many lifelong relationships with clients, who depend on the Avent’s unique knowledge of the industry.

They provide honest feedback, whatever the situation and work side by side with clients during each transaction and always have thier back!

Roofing Company

Arlington Roofing Co

SHOPPING Consignment/Antiques

Grocery Store

Trader Joe’s Express Jewelers 1101 S. Joyce Street, 12B Arlington, VA 22202 703-351-7481 | www.ej.jewelershowcase.com Specialty Store

Arrowine MISCELLANEOUS Customer Service

Fire Works Pizza 2350 Clarendon Blvd., Arlington, VA 22201 703-527-8700 | www.FireworksPizza.com Funeral Home

Murphy’s Senior Living Facility

The Jefferson Travel Agency

Global Wanderer Travel

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