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San Clemente has spoken. Thousands of locals voted for their favorite restaurants, businesses, professionals, landmarks and

more, and we’ve compiled the results of that tally in our 11th annual Best of San Clemente People’s Choice Ole Awards. This year, we awarded a Golden Ole to the top vote-getter in each category, and a Silver Ole for second place. What’s clear from the results is that there are a lot of places in San Clemente at which to shop, dine and visit in 2017. sanclementetimes.com

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Appetizers Bagel Bar Bartender Beer Selection Breakfast Breakfast Burrito Burger Coffee Donut Happy Hour International Eats Lunch Margarita Menu for Healthy Choices New Restaurant Overall Restaurant Pizza Restaurant for a Date or Romantic Evening Restaurant for Outdoor Dining Sandwich Sports Bar Spot to Cure a Sweet Tooth Sushi Taco Wine Selection

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Antiques Arts and Crafts Supplies Beauty Supply Clothing Footwear Home Décor and Furnishings Home Improvement Store Jewelry Kids’ Apparel and Toys Place to Buy Flowers Place for Viewing or Buying Art Specialty Grocer Store to Buy the Perfect Gift Surfboard Shaper Surf/SUP Shop

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Alternative Health Care Provider Banking Institution Barber Shop Car Repair Catering Company Dental Health Care Provider Dry Cleaner

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Beach Billiards Camp for Kids Golf Course Local Annual Event Lodging Park Place to Take Out-of-Towners Special Event/Wedding Venue Surf Break Surf School Venue for Live Music

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Best New Restaurant

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BEST NEW RESTAURANT GOLDEN OLE

H.H. COTTON’S AMERICAN BAR & GRILL 201 Avenida Del Mar, 949.429.3321, www.hhcottons.com

A friendly staff and a diverse business approach is likely what put H.H. Cotton’s on top this year, according to Marketing Director Erin Blake. “I think one of the things that people like is the work we’ve done in the city, feeding the Marines,” Blake said. “The other thing is we’re supporters of our local high school sports teams. We’re also always changing our menu.”

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THE SHWACK CANTINA 1527 N. El Camino Real, 949.218.7182, www.theshwack.com

Even before it opened, The Shwack Cantina’s reputation preceded it, with The Shwack Beach Grill a popular spot in Dana Point.

NOMINEES: Bay Leaf Mediterranean Cuisine • Bear Coast Coffee • Blackbird Artisan Pie • Blaze Pizza • Bowlology • Cafe Mint • Firehouse Ribs & More • Full Moon Sushi • Mahalo Juice • Muse Sushi Bar 2015 WINNERS: New Category

BEST BREAKFAST BURRITO GOLDEN OLE

PEDRO’S TACOS 2313 S. El Camino Real, 949.498.5904; 550 N. El Camino Real, 949.498.5908, www.pedrostacos.com

There’s something naturally San Clemente about going to Pedro’s for a fluffy egg and sausage breakfast burrito before heading down to surf in the morning. Pedro’s recently celebrated its 30th anniversary in San Clemente, and the hometown business

continues to be busy during the lunch hour.

They have north and south El Camino Real locations.

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THE GRILL AT SURFIN’ DONUTS 202 N. El Camino Real, 949.492.8450

Breakfast burritos are a staple item for the first meal of the day at Surfin’ onuts.

NOMINEES: Active Culture, Natural Foods Café and Yogurt • Adele’s at the San Clemente Inn • Adolfo’s Mexican Food • Antoine’s Cafe • Avila’s El Ranchito • Bella Collina San Clemente • Café Calypso • Café Del Sol • Cafe Rae • Calypso’s Sunrise Cafe • Captain Mauri’s Restaurant • Chronic Tacos • Cinnamon Productions Bakery - Cafe • El Jefe Cafe • Ellie’s Table at North Beach • Hanson’s Market • Humphry’s Sandwich Shop • Kelly’s Donuts • La Siesta Mexican Restaurant • La Tiendita • Las Golondrinas • Mr. Pete’s Burgers • Pierside Kitchen + Bar • Pipes Cafe • Rose Donuts & Café • SC Cafe • South of Nick’s Mexican Kitchen + Bar • The Shwack Cantina • Zebra House Coffee 2015 WINNERS: Gold: Pedro’s Tacos; i er e ri a rfi o

BEST BREAKFAST GOLDEN OLE

ANTOINE’S CAFE 218 S. El Camino Real, 949.492.1763, www.antoinescafe.com

Longevity and consistency are the key to Antoine’s success, owner Veronique Price said. “People have gotten to know us, and we try to do a good job when they come back. I think it’s the family style that people like,” Price said. The café has been in San Clemente for more than 25 years. The breakfast menu includes a wide variety of classic dishes like eggs Benedict, crepes, omelets, biscuits and gravy and much more.

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CAFE RAE 1421 N. El Camino Real, 949.492.8480, www.caferae.com

Cafe Rae’s colorful assortment of food and décor offers a welcoming environment alongside bakers who have 30-plus years of experience.

NOMINEES: Active Culture, Natural Foods Café and Yogurt • Adele’s at the San Clemente Inn • Adolfo’s Mexican Food • Banzai Bowls • Bear Coast Coffee • Bella Collina San Clemente • Café Calypso • Café Del Sol • Cafe Mimosa • Calypso’s Sunrise Cafe • Captain Mauri’s Restaurant • Cinnamon Productions Bakery - Cafe • Denny’s • Ellie’s a e a or ea • e ri a rfi o • Cotton’s American Bar & Grill • Humphry’s Sandwich Shop • IHOP • La Galette Creperie • Las Golondrinas • Mr. Pete’s Burgers • Panera Bread • Pierside Kitchen + Bar • Pipes Cafe • Poche Burger & Kitchen • Red Fox Lounge • Rose Donuts & Café • Rose’s Sugar Shack Cafe • SC Cafe • S.C. Donuts • ar • rfi o • e a e a • e e ar • The Fisherman’s Restaurant & Bar • The Shwack Cantina • Tommy’s Family Restaurant • Zebra House Coffee 2015 WINNERS: Gold: Antoine’s Cafe; Silver: Cafe Mimosa

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BEST LUNCH SPOT GOLDEN OLE

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BEST BAGEL GOLDEN OLE

THE BAGEL SHACK 777 S. El Camino Real, 949.388.0745, www.thebagelshack.com

The hallmark of a good bagel shop is a wide selection of hot bagels, rotated often to ensure freshness. The Bagel Shack does just that, with a constantly changing array of bagels that includes flavors like asiago cheese, cinnamon raisin, Swiss cheese and more. Their bagels serve as excellent foundations for their wide selection of breakfast and lunch sandwiches.

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PANERA BREAD 101 W. Avenida Vista Hermosa, 949.498.2387; 802 Avenida Talega, 949.366.3800, www.panerabread.com

Panera offers all sorts of baked goods, but their variety of fresh and delicious bagels is a specialty.

NOMINEES: Café Calypso • Captain Mauri’s Restaurant • ie a e a or ea • e ri a rfi o • a o ar e • a a i o ee o • e o • ap • o e o a • o e ar a a • rfi o • e ra o e o ee 2015 WINNERS: Gold: The Bagel Shack; Silver: Antoine’s Cafe

BEST CUP OF COFFEE OR TEA GOLDEN OLE

BEAR COAST COFFEE 618 ½ Avenida Victoria, 949.482.0618, www.bearcoastcoffee.com

Jeffrey Clinard, owner of Bear Coast Coffee, has been in his new location near the Pier for seven months. Before then, they operated as a “pop-up” location. “We commit 8

ourselves to great ingredients and products, but we also just have a really strong support system from our regulars,” Clinard said. “It ust fits San lemente really well S I LV E R O L E

ZEBRA HOUSE COFFEE 1001 S. El Camino Real, 949.218.6976, www.zebrahousecoffee.com

Zebra House is an eclectic and interesting location off El Camino Real. The small-batch, highquality coffee at Zebra House is made fresh throughout the day and always hits the spot.

NOMINEES: 7 Eleven • Active Culture, Natural Foods Café and Yogurt • Adele’s at the San Clemente Inn • Antoine’s Cafe • Café Calypso • Cafe Mimosa • Cafe Rae • Captain Mauri’s Restaurant • Cinnamon Productions Bakery - Cafe • ir e • e • o o e • ie a e a or Beach • Kaylani Coffee Co • La Galette Creperie • Lavender o e ea o pa • o a d • Pa era read • Pee o ee ea • Pipe a e • o e o a • o e ar a a • o • ar • rfi o • The Bagel Shack • The Cellar • Wake Up Coffee 2015 WINNERS: o d e ra o e o ee i er oi e a e

BEST DONUT GOLDEN OLE

SURFIN’ DONUTS 1822 S. El Camino Real, 949.492.1249

Surfin’ onuts is an old school donut and ba ed goods shop that’s a local favorite They have a variety of donuts—cake donuts, elly-filled treats crullers twists and more tempt patrons from a glass display. Favorites include maple-glazed and blueberry donuts though Surfin’ onuts also sells a variety of fresh bagels muffins croissants sandwiches and cronuts.

THE FISHERMAN’S RESTAURANT & BAR 611 Avenida Victoria, 949.498.6390, efi er a re a ra o

he isherman’s is a perennial fan favorite Located at the base of the San Clemente Pier, it offers a variety of seafood to complement the ocean-adjacent atmosphere.

People can sample local fare as well as seafood from around the nation. Seasonal menu options are also available—just ask your friendly server for more details.

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ACTIVE CULTURE, NATURAL FOODS CAFÉ AND YOGURT 111 S. El Camino Real, 949.276.4625, www.activeculturecafe.com

MRK Public • Mulligan’s Sports Bar • Muse Sushi Bar • New Mandarin Garden • Nick’s San Clemente • Nomads Canteen • OC Tavern • Panera Bread • Pedro’s Tacos • Philly’s Best • Pierside Kitchen + Bar • Pizza Port • Poke + Roll 808 • Red Fox Lounge • Rocco’s Restaurant • Romano’s Pasta and Pizzeria • SC Cafe • Selma’s Chicago Pizzeria • Smashburger • Sonny’s Pizza and Pasta • South of Nick’s Mexican Kitchen + Bar • Sprouts Farmers Market • Sundried Tomato American i ro • per o pre • rfi i e • ai Paradi e • The Cellar • The Kultured Kitchen • The Rider’s Club Cafe • e a a i a• i a i e a ia e i a e e • Wa oo i a o • e ra o e o ee 2015 WINNERS: o d oard re e i er a e a ra ar Silver: Active Culture, Natural Foods Café and Yogurt

BEST SANDWICH GOLDEN OLE

BOARD & BREW 979 Avenida Pico, Unit C, 949.498.2739, www.boardandbrew.com

In addition to offering fresh ingredients and a menu of staple sandwiches, the key to the success of Board & Brew is in their customization options. Meat, cheese, veggies, toppings and breads can be arranged to infinity and no matter how you arrange it you’re guaranteed freshness and piled-high sandwiches.

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BILLY’S MEAT, SEAFOOD AND DELI e ida e ar www.billyssanclemente.com

ctive ulture’s lunch spot is a great pic for people who are looking for some of the healthiest lunch options in San Clemente.

What better place to grab a sammy than illy’s where you can mi and match fresh meats, veggies and breads for a mealtime bonanza—for almost 30 years!

NOMINEES: 9 Style Sushi • Antoine’s Cafe • Avila’s El Ranchito • Ball Park Pizza • Banzai Bowls • Bay Leaf Mediterranean Cuisine • BeachFire Restaurant • Bella Collina San Clemente • i ea ea ood a d e i • aze Pizza • oard re • read a er • ri Pizzeria • a a p o• a e Sol • Cafe Mimosa • Cafe Rae • Captain Mauri’s Restaurant • a a o • i a o Prod io a er a e• e San Clemente • Ellie’s Table at North Beach • Full Moon i • i o a er • o o eri a ar ri • Hanson’s Market • Hapa J’s • Humphry’s Sandwich Shop • Inka Mama’s Peruvian Restaurant • Knuckleheads Sports ar ri • a o o ia a e a ra • a a e e reperie • La Siesta Mexican Restaurant • La Tiendita • Little Thai Hut Restaurant • Los Patios Mexican Cocina • Molly Bloom’s ri ar e a ra • o ai • r Pe e r er •

NOMINEES: Active Culture, Natural Foods Café and Yogurt • Antoine’s Cafe • Bear Coast Coffee • Bella Collina San Clemente • Bread Gallery • Café Calypso • Cafe Mimosa • Cafe Rae • Captain Mauri’s Restaurant • Cassano’s • El e e a e • ie a e a or ea • e ri a rfi o • i o a er • o o eri a ar Grill • Hanson’s Market • Humphry’s Sandwich Shop • Jimmy John’s Gourmet Sandwiches • Italian Cravings • Mr. Pete’s Burgers • MRK Public • Nick’s San Clemente • Panera Bread • Philly’s Best • Selma’s Chicago Pizzeria • Sonny’s Pizza and Pasta • Sprouts Farmers Market • Subway • The Bagel a • e e ar • e red i e • i a i e a ia e i a e e • e ra o e o ee 2015 WINNERS: o d oard re i er i ea ea ood a d e i

Best Donut

Surfin’ Donuts

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S.C. DONUTS 806 E. Avenida Pico, Suite G, 949.498.7837

With twists, apple fritters, croissants, boba tea and more the lore of S onuts sanclementetimes.com

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Best Menu for Healthy Choices

Active Culture Owner Faye Wickland

BEST MENU FOR HEALTHY CHOICES GOLDEN OLE

ACTIVE CULTURE, NATURAL FOODS CAFÉ AND YOGURT 111 S. El Camino Real, 949.276.4625, www.activeculturecafe.com

dita • Little Thai Hut Restaurant • Mahalo Juice • MRK Public • Muse Sushi Bar • Nekter Juice Bar • Nick’s San Clemente • Nomads Canteen • Panera Bread • Pizza Port • Poke + Roll 808 • South of Nick’s Mexican Kitchen + Bar • Sprouts Farmers Market • Sundried Tomato American Bistro • The Cellar • The Fisherman’s Restaurant & Bar • The Kultured Kitchen • Tina & Vince’s Italian Delicatessen • Vine Restaurant & Bar • Wahoo’s Fish Taco • Zebra House Coffee 2015 WINNERS: Gold: Active Culture, Natural Foods Café and Yogurt; Silver: Captain Mauri’s Restaurant

BEST PIZZA GOLDEN OLE

LAROCCO’S PIZZERIA 122 S. El Camino Real, 949.366.8890

Owner Faye Wickland said Active Culture moved into its current location three years ago, bringing along with it the popular frozen yogurt self-serve bar with all the toppings. “We don’t have anything fried or overly processed,” Wickland said. The menu at Active Culture is 99 percent vegetarian with a few exceptions, she added.

Slices of pie from the five boroughs are represented at LaRocco’s Pizzeria, which puts an emphasis on the New York-style delicacy.

They also offer calzones and other assortments from the Big Apple. If you’re looking for something familiar from the East Coast, LaRocco’s will most certainly fill your desire.

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CAPTAIN MAURI’S RESTAURANT 149 Avenida Del Mar, 949.498.8098, www.captainmauris.com

A wide selection of vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free meals can be found on Captain Mauri’s menu. They also offer a selection of smoothies and juices.

NOMINEES: 9 Style Sushi • Antoine’s Cafe • Baja Fresh Mexican Grill • Banzai Bowls • BeachFire Restaurant • Board & Brew • Bowlology • Bread Gallery • Café Calypso • Cafe Mimosa • Cafe Mint • Cafe Rae • Cassano’s • Ellie’s Table at North Beach • Full Moon Sushi • Guicho’s Eatery • H.H. Cotton’s American Bar & Grill • Hanson’s Market • Humphry’s Sandwich Shop • Iva Lee’s Restaurant and Lounge • La Tien-

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PIZZA PORT 301 N. El Camino Real, 949.940.0005, www.pizzaport.com

A bastion of pizza, the business is seemingly always booming, especially on the weekends. It’s a great location for large group dining.

NOMINEES: Ball Park Pizza • BeachFire Restaurant • Blaze Pizza • Brick Pizzeria • Cassano’s • Domino’s Pizza • Fratello’s Italian Restaurant • Italian Cravings • OC Tavern • Papa John’s Pizza • Pizza Hut • Rocco’s Restaurant • Round Table Pizza • San Clemente Pizza Company • Selma’s Chicago Pizzeria • Sonny’s Pizza and Pasta • Stuft Pizza • Surfside Pizza • The Cellar • Tina & Vince’s Italian Delicatessen • TJ’s Woodfire Pizza • zpizza 2015 WINNERS: Gold: Pizza Port; Silver: LaRocco’s Pizzeria

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BEST TACO GOLDEN OLE

PEDRO’S TACOS 2313 S. El Camino Real, 949.498.5904; 550 N. El Camino Real, 949.498.5908, www.pedrostacos.com

Pedro’s seemingly stands alone on the taco pedestal in San Clemente. The restaurant flanks the El Camino Real corridor at its north and south restaurants with its traditional tacos and interesting twists, such as the deepfried chic en tacos though fish tacos are regarded by customers to be the No.1 order.

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LA SIESTA MEXICAN RESTAURANT 920 N. El Camino Real, 949.498.3094, www.lasiestasanclemente.com

The line outside La Siesta on any given evening is out the door and around the corner. La Siesta taps into their customer’s desires for premium Mexican food in a festive atmosphere.

NOMINEES: Adolfo’s Mexican Food • Antoine’s Cafe • Avila’s El Ranchito • Baja Fresh Mexican Grill • BeachFire Restaurant • Bella Collina San Clemente • Café Del Sol • Chronic Taco • Del Taco • Duke’s San Clemente • El Jefe Cafe • El Mariachi e a ra ar • e ri a rfi o • o o eri a ar ri • apa • a i e o • a ie di a • a o o dri a • o Pa io e i a o i a • o ad a ee • Pier ide i e ar • io re e i a Grill • Taco Bell • The Fisherman’s Restaurant & Bar • The a a i a • Wa oo i a o • e ra o e o ee 2015 WINNERS: o d Pedro a o i er a ie a e i a e a ra o o i e i a i e ar

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BEST APPETIZERS GOLDEN OLE

THE CELLAR 156 Avenida Del Mar, 949.492.3663, www.thecellarsite.com

Chef Holton Britt credits The Cellar’s awardwinning appetizers with a commitment to freshness and technique. “We take a lot of time on our technique and ensuring full flavors across the board,” Britt said. “We do calamari and a ton of small stuff.” The Cellar’s apps include a cheese board, marcona almonds and burrata.

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NICK’S SAN CLEMENTE 213 Avenida Del Mar, 949.481.2200, www.scnicks.com

Nick’s appetizers always feature fresh ingredients made creatively, like the tuna tartare, asparagus fries and bacon deviled eggs.

NOMINEES: oi e a e • i a a i o • a ea Mediterranean Restaurant • BeachFire Restaurant • Bella o i a a e e e • ri Pizzeria • a a o • o o eri a ar ri • apa • a a a Per ia e a ra • a ee e a ra a d o e • a o o ia a e a ra • a o o Pizzeria • o ai e a ra • P i • e i ar • o ad a ee • a er • Pier ide i e ar • Po e r er i e • e a i a o Pizzeria • o Pizza a d Pa a • o o i e i a i e ar • dried Tomato American Bistro • The Fisherman’s Restaurant & Bar • Vine Restaurant & Bar 2015 WINNERS: Gold: Nick’s San Clemente; Silver: The Cellar

BEST SUSHI

BEST BURGER

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9 STYLE SUSHI

THE RIDER’S CLUB CAFE

102 Avenida Victoria, Suite E, 949.366.3669

1701 N. El Camino Real, 949.388.3758, rider ae o

9 Style Sushi runs the gamut of traditional and modern Japanese cuisine. The restaurant’s menu honors local haunts such as Trestles surf break (Cajun salmon sashimi and shitake mushrooms with sautéed vegetables) and T-Street Beach (deep-fried breaded white fish stuffed with crab meat and avocado) as names for some of their dishes. 9 Style’s fresh sashimi also keeps patrons coming back for more.

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TAKA-O JAPANESE RESTAURANT & SUSHI BAR 425 N. El Camino Real, 949.498.7111, a a ore a ra o

Taka-O’s 36 years of experience, along with its karaoke bar, have made it one of San Clemente’s most popular sushi restaurants. Their award-winning “Hana Martini” is also an exceptional accoutrement to the restaurant’s wide selection of fresh sushi offerings.

NOMINEES: a i• oo i • apa • i iri Japanese Restaurant • Miyako Sushi • Muse Sushi Bar • o i • Po e o • a p 2015 WINNERS: od e i i er a a apa e e e a ra Sushi Bar

The taste of freshly ground beef is evident in every bite of a burger from The Rider’s Club Cafe. Coupled with their own secret sauces, the burgers are consistent and flavorful and cooked to the customer’s liking.

Don’t forget to check out their various beers that are on tap.

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BIGGIE’S BURGERS & MORE 1017 S. El Camino Real, 949.492.9182

Whether you’re in the mood for a regular burger or the “King Burger,” Biggie’s has what you need for a delectable bite.

NOMINEES: i e re a ra ood a a d o r • de e a e a e e e • oi e a e • ea ire e a ra • e a o i a a e e e • r er ie • a a p o • a e i o a • ar r• e a e e e • ire o e i ore • e ri a rfi o • o o eri a ar ri • apa • a i e o • e ead por ar ri • o oo ri ar e a ra • r Pe e r er • P i • i a por ar • i a e e e• a er • Pier ide i e ar • Po e r er i e • a r er • dried o a o eri a i ro • e e ar • e a i r er ri • e a a i a • i e e a ra & Bar 2015 WINNERS: o d e ider a e i er i ie r er ore

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BEST RESTAURANT FOR A DATE/ ROMANTIC EVENING GOLDEN OLE

VINE RESTAURANT & BAR 211 N. El Camino Real, 949.361.2079, www.vinesanclemente.com

When entering Vine, it’s as if the hustle and bustle of El Camino Real disappears as soon as the door shuts behind you. “We always like to keep our food quality high, our services excellent and create a nice ambiance for everyone to enjoy,” said Operating Partner Kyle Simpson. An exposed-brick seating area and outdoor patio are suitable almost year-round.

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NICK’S SAN CLEMENTE 213 Avenida Del Mar, 949.481.2200, www.scnicks.com

The ambiance of a candlelit dinner along with the ocean breeze make’s Nick’s a perfect spot to take a spouse or date.

NOMINEES: 9 Style Sushi • Antoine’s Cafe • Avila’s El Ranchito • Barnoa Wine Bar • BeachFire Restaurant • Bella Collina San Clemente • Brick Pizzeria • Cafe Mimosa • Carbonara Trattoria Italiana • Cassano’s • H.H. Cotton’s American Bar & Grill • Hapa J’s • Inka Mama’s Peruvian Restaurant • Iva Lee’s Restaurant and Lounge • La Colombiana Restaurant • LaRocco’s Pizzeria • Mongkut Thai Restaurant • MRK Public • Nomads Canteen • Pierside Kitchen + Bar •

Pizza Port • Selma’s Chicago Pizzeria • Sonny’s Pizza and Pasta • South of Nick’s Mexican Kitchen + Bar • Sundried o ao eri a i ro • rfi i e • e e ar • e Fisherman’s Restaurant & Bar • Village Mediterranean Rim 2015 WINNERS: Gold: Vine Restaurant & Bar; Silver: Nick’s San Clemente

BEST INTERNATIONAL EATS GOLDEN OLE

MONGKUT THAI RESTAURANT 212 Avenida Del Mar, 949.492.3871, www.mongkutthaisc.com

Owners Don and Ning Laitip opened Mongkut Thai more than 30 years ago, and it continues to be a premier spot for Thai food. The Thai wraps, Pad Thai, drunken noodles and Kai-Kau noodles are the most popular menu items. They also have an assortment of other authentic dishes and drinks.

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LA COLOMBIANA RESTAURANT 1640 N. El Camino Real, 949.441.7656, www.facebook.com/lacolombianaoc

Offering the most authentic Colombian restaurant in the area, La Colombiana holds true to the South American nation’s cuisine.

It feels like your dining in mom’s kitchen.

NOMINEES: 9 Style Sushi • Aha Sushi • Antoine’s Cafe •

Best International Eats

Mongkut Thai Restaurant Thai Wraps & Triton’s Feast Curry

Best Restaurant for a Date Vine Restaurant & Bar

Avila’s El Ranchito • Bay Leaf Mediterranean Restaurant • Brick Pizzeria • Cafe Mimosa • Cafe Mint • Carbonara Trattoria Italiana • Cassano’s • Guicho’s Eatery • Hapa J’s • IHOP • Inka Mama’s Peruvian Restaurant • Italian Cravings • Iva Lee’s Restaurant and Lounge • La Galette Creperie • La Siesta Mexican Restaurant • LaRocco’s Restaurant • Little Thai Hut Restaurant • Los Patios Mexican Cocina • Miyako Sushi • Molly Bloom’s Irish Bar & Restaurant • Muse Sushi Bar • New Mandarin Garden • Nick’s San Clemente • Nomads Canteen • Pedro’s Tacos • Pho Thanh Binh • Poke + Roll 808 • Rocco’s Restaurant • Romano’s Pasta and Pizzeria • Sonny’s Pizza and Pasta • South of Nick’s Mexican Kitchen + Bar • Super Bowl Express • Taka-O Japanese Restaurant & Sushi Bar • Thai Palace SC • Thai Paradise Restaurant • Tina & Vince’s Italian Delicatessen • Village Mediterranean Rim • Vine Restaurant & Bar 2015 WINNERS: Gold: Mongkut Thai Restaurant, Village Mediterranean Rim; Silver: La Colombiana Restaurant

BEST RESTAURANT FOR OUTDOOR DINING GOLDEN OLE

THE FISHERMAN’S RESTAURANT & BAR 611 Avenida Victoria, 949.498.6390, efi er a re a ra o

The outdoor patios of The Fisherman’s Restaurant ar stretch above the acific cean abutting the San Clemente Pier. People can dine as they watch surfers take on the waves nearest to the San Clemente coastline.

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NOMADS CANTEEN 102 Avenida Cabrillo, 949.481.4153, www.stayatnomads.com/the-canteen

Tucked behind Avenida Del Mar, Nomads Canteen offers various Southern California and Mexican cuisine along with a selection of beers that can be enjoyed on the patio.

NOMINEES: Active Culture, Natural Foods Café and Yogurt • Adele’s at the San Clemente Inn • Antoine’s Cafe • Avila’s El Ranchito • BeachFire Restaurant • Bear Coast Coffee • Bella Collina San Clemente • Blaze Pizza • Board & Brew • Brick Pizzeria • Café Calypso • Cafe Mimosa • Captain Mauri’s Restaurant • Carbonara Trattoria Italiana • Cassano’s • Ellie’s Table at North Beach • H.H. Cotton’s American Bar & Grill • Inka Mama’s Peruvian Restaurant • Iva Lee’s Restaurant and Lounge • La Colombiana Restaurant • La Gallette Creperie • MRK Public • Mr. Pete’s Burgers • Nick’s San Clemente • Panera Bread • Pierside Kitchen + Bar • Pizza Port • Selma’s Chicago Pizzeria • Sonny’s Pizza and Pasta • South of Nick’s Mexican Kitchen + Bar • Sundried Tomato American Bistro • rfi i e • ai Pa a e • e e ar • e ider Club Cafe • The Shwack Cantina • Vine Restaurant & Bar • Zebra House Coffee 2015 WINNERS: Gold: The Fisherman’s Restaurant & Bar; Silver: Cafe Mimosa

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Best Overall Restaurant Nick’s San Clemente

BEST OVERALL RESTAURANT GOLDEN OLE

NICK’S SAN CLEMENTE 213 Avenida del Mar, 949.481.2200, www.scnicks.com

An icon on Avenida Del Mar, Nick’s intimate setting along San Clemente’s “main street” gives diners a variety of options including seasonal fresh seafood, top-of-the-line steaks and an assortment of gourmet options. Check their menu online to see what’s in season before dropping by ll fish are fileted daily at ic ’s.

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SOUTH OF NICK’S MEXICAN KITCHEN + BAR 110 N. El Camino Real, 949. 481.4545, www.nicksrestaurants.com

If you’re looking for Mexican food, South of Nick’s has the same standards as its sister restaurant with a south-of-the-border flare.

NOMINEES: 9 Style Sushi • Active Culture, Natural Foods Café and Yogurt • Adele’s at the San Clemente Inn • Antoine’s Cafe • Avila’s El Ranchito • Banzai Bowls • BeachFire Restaurant • Bella Collina San Clemente • Big Helyn’s Saloon • Billy’s Meat, Seafood and Deli • Blaze Pizza • Board & Brew • Brick Pizzeria • Café Calypso • Café Del Sol • Cafe Mimosa • Cafe Rae • Calypso’s Sunrise Cafe • Captain Mauri’s Restaurant • Carbonara Trattoria Italiana • Cassano’s • China Well Restaurant • Chronic Tacos • Cinnamon Productions Bakery - Cafe • El Jefe Cafe • El Mariachi Restaurant & Bar • Ellie’s Table at North Beach • Fratello’s Italian Restaurant • e ri a rfi o • i o a er • o o American Bar & Grill • Hapa J’s • Humphry’s Sandwich Shop • Inka Mama’s Peruvian Restaurant • Italian Cravings • Iva Lee’s Restaurant and Lounge • Jimmy John’s Gourmet Sandwiches • La Colombiana Restaurant • LaRocco’s Pizzeria • La Siesta Mexican Restaurant • La Tiendita • Little Thai Hut Restaurant • Los Patios Mexican Cocina • Miyako Sushi • Molly Bloom’s Irish Bar & Restaurant • Mongkut Thai Restaurant • MRK Public • Muse Sushi Bar • New Mandarin Garden • Nomads Canteen • OC Tavern • Pedro’s Tacos • Pierside Kitchen + Bar • Pizza Port • Poche Burger & Kitchen • Poke + Roll 808 • Rocco’s Restaurant • Romano’s Pasta and Pizza • SC Cafe • Selma’s Chicago Pizzeria • Sonny’s Pizza a d Pa a • dried o a o eri a i ro • rfi Chicken • Taka-O Japanese Restaurant & Sushi Bar • The Cellar • The Fisherman’s Restaurant & Bar • The Rider’s Club

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BEST SPOT TO CURE A SWEET TOOTH GOLDEN OLE

ELLIE’S TABLE AT NORTH BEACH 120 Avenida Pico, 949.361.1042, www.elliestable.com

Oh, you’ll do much more than cure a sweet tooth at llie’s able ou’ll indulge in finely crafted, homemade pastries like the croissant and kouign amman, the sticky bun and the cronut here are scones muffins and danishes, and that’s all just for breakfast.

There’s also macarons in various flavors at this European-style cafe.

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ACTIVE CULTURE, NATURAL FOODS CAFÉ AND YOGURT 111 S. El Camino Real, 949.276.4625

It’s wise to pair your sweet cravings with healthy consumption, and Active Culture’s smoothies, shakes, bowls and juices help you do just that.

NOMINEES: Antoine’s Cafe • Banzai Bowls • Baskin-Robbins • Blackbird Artisan Pie • Carbonara Trattoria Italiana • Cassano’s • Cinnamon Productions Bakery - Cafe • F & Goode Desserts • Golden Spoon Frozen Yogurt • H.H. Cotton’s American Bar & Grill • Iva Lee’s Restaurant and Lounge • Lavender Lounge Tea Company • Menchie’s Frozen Yogurt, P aza Pa ifi a • i o e ar • i a e e e• Rite Aid/Thrifty Ice Cream • Rocket Fizz Soda Pop & Candy Shop • Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory • S.C. Donuts • Schmid’s Fine Chocolates • Sensitive Sweets • South of Nick’s Mexican Kitchen + Bar • Sugar Blossom Bake Shop • e e ar • e i er a e a ra ar • i a e edi erra ea i • o r a d • e ra o e o ee 2015 WINNERS: Gold: Schmid’s Fine Chocolates; Silver: Ellie’s Table at North Beach, Rocket Fizz Soda Pop & Candy Shop

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11th Annual Best of San Clemente People’s Choice Ole Awards Kane Christensen, head brewer, and John Eckelberger, assistant brewer, select outside beers to put on tap at Pizza Port and also imagine and brew the business’s own concoctions of beer. They have won various awards for their beer recipes. The location in San Clemente is Pizza Port’s third, which opened in 2003.

BEST MARGARITA GOLDEN OLE

SOUTH OF NICK’S MEXICAN KITCHEN + BAR

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110 N. El Camino Real, 949. 481.4545, www.nicksrestaurants.com

NOMADS CANTEEN 102 Avenida Cabrillo, 949.481.4153, www.stayatnomads.com/the-canteen

The funny thing about a good margarita is that it has a way of becoming two good margaritas, then three, then four. South of Nick’s offers a handful of smartly crafted margs, made with fresh ingredients and quality tequilas. The only question you’ll have after one of their margaritas is not if you should get another, but which one.

Nomads Canteen is one of the hippest places in San Clemente to sit outside and relax with a cold beer. Drop by to see their various beer options.

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Best Margarita

LA SIESTA MEXICAN RESTAURANT

South of Nick’s

920 N. El Camino Real, 949. 498.3094, www.lasiestasanclemente.com

There’s a long list of margarita options at La Siesta, including jalapeño pineapple, lemon drop and sangria swirl—though the house variety tastes ust fine.

NOMINEES: Avila’s El Ranchito • BeachFire Restaurant • Bella Collina San Clemente • Brick Pizzeria • Cassano’s • El Jefe Cafe • El Mariachi Restaurant & Bar • Goody’s Tavern • H.H. Cotton’s American Bar & Grill • Hapa J’s • Iva Lee’s Restaurant and Lounge • Knucklehead’s Sports Bar & Grill • La Colombiana Restaurant • Los Patios Mexican Cocina • Nick’s San Clemente • Nomads Canteen • Ole’s Tavern • Pierside Kitchen + Bar • Pizza Port • Poche Burger & Kitchen • Red Fox Lounge • The Fisherman’s Restaurant & Bar • Vine Restaurant & Bar 2015 WINNERS: Gold: South of Nick’s Mexican Kitchen + Bar; Silver: Avila’s El Ranchito

BEST HAPPY HOUR • TI E F O R GO L D • GOLDEN OLE

THE FISHERMAN’S RESTAURANT & BAR

Spicy Lover Margarita

pairing, and they will not lead your palate astray. If you’re not sure what you’re looking for, The Cellar offers flights with various selections available. Visit their menu online for more information.

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H.H. COTTON’S AMERICAN BAR & GRILL 201 Avenida Del Mar, 949.429.3321, www.hhcottons.com

As the newest contender on the happy hour scene, H.H. Cotton’s provides a wide selection of beer and other adult beverages.

NOMINEES: Active Culture, Natural Foods Café and Yogurt • Antoine’s Cafe • Avila’s El Ranchito • Barnoa Wine Bar • Bay Leaf Mediterranean Cuisine • BeachFire Restaurant • Bella Collina San Clemente • Board & Brew • Brick Pizzeria • Cassano’s • Duke’s San Clemente • El Mariachi Restaurant & Bar

• Fratello’s Italian Restaurant • Hapa J’s • Inka Mama’s Peruvian Restaurant • Iva Lee Restaurant and Lounge• Knuckleheads Sports Bar & Grill • La Colombiana Restaurant • La Siesta Mexican Restaurant • Left Coast Brewing Company • Molly Bloom’s Irish Bar & Restaurant • Mulligan’s Sports Bar and Grill • Nick’s San Clemente • Nomads Canteen • OC Tavern • Ole’s Tavern • Pierside Kitchen + Bar • Pizza Port • Poche Burger & Kitchen • Poke + Roll 808 • Red Fox Lounge • Rocco’s Bistro 74 • San Clemente Wine Company • Selma’s Chicago Pizzeria • Shorecliffs Golf Club • South of Nick’s Mexican Kitchen + Bar • Sundried Tomato American Bistro • The Shwack Cantina 2015 WINNERS: Gold: The Fisherman’s Restaurant & Bar; Silver: The Cellar

BEST BEER SELECTION GOLDEN OLE

PIZZA PORT 301 N. El Camino Real, 949.940.0005, www.pizzaport.com

NOMINEES: Artifex Brewing Company • Ballpark Pizza • BeachFire Restaurant • Bella Collina San Clemente • Board & Brew • Cassano’s • H.H. Cotton’s American Bar & Grill • Hapa J’s • Humphry’s Sandwich Shop • Iva Lee’s Restaurant and Lounge • Knucklehead’s Sports Bar & Grill • Left Coast Brewing Company • Lost Winds Brewing Company • Molly Bloom’s Irish Bar & Restaurant • MRK Public • Mulligan’s Sports Bar and Grill • Nick’s San Clemente • OC Tavern • Ole’s Tavern • Pierside Kitchen + Bar • Red Fox Lounge • South of Nick’s Mexican Kitchen + Bar • Sundried Tomato American Bistro • The Cellar • The Fisherman’s Restaurant ar • e ider a e• Woodfire Pizza • i e Restaurant & Bar 2015 WINNERS: Gold: Pizza Port; Silver: Nomads Canteen

BEST WINE SELECTION GOLDEN OLE

THE CELLAR 156 Avenida Del Mar, 949.492.3663, www.thecellarsite.com

The Cellar is highly recommended among San Clemente locals. The business has more than 100 wine options at any given time, and the bartenders know how to pair wine with food and personal taste. Occasionally, The Cellar has sommeliers and experts come for private instructions on various wines and how to pair them.

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611 Avenida Victoria, 949.498.6390, efi er a re a ra o

SAN CLEMENTE WINE COMPANY

Sipping a craft drink in the waning hours of the day as the sun drops into the ocean is one unique activity in San Clemente. One of the best views during happy hour is at The Fisherman’s Restaurant & Bar. Check out their menu online to peruse the restaurant’s selection of adult beverages.

Located on bustling Avenida Del Mar, San Clemente Wine Company provides the community with premium selections rare finds and something for everyone to take home and enjoy or sample in store.

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THE CELLAR 156 Avenida Del Mar, 949.492.3663, www.thecellarsite.com

With more than 100 selections of wine, The Cellar holds true to its name. Bartenders there are experts with wine selection and 18

212 1/2 Avenida Del Mar, 949.429.7067, www.scwinecompany.com

Best Beer Selection

Pizza Port Kane Christensen

NOMINEES: Albertsons • Antoine’s Cafe • Barnoa Wine Bar • Bay Leaf Mediterranean Cuisine • BeachFire Restaurant • Bella Collina San Clemente • Cafe Mimosa • Carbonara Trattoria Italiana • Cassano’s • Fratello’s Italian Restaurant • H.H. Cotton’s American Bar & Grill • Inka Mama’s Peruvian Restaurant • Iva Lee’s Restaurant and Lounge • Nick’s San Clemente • Nomads Canteen • Pierside Kitchen + Bar • Red Fox Lounge • Rocco’s Bistro 74 • South of Nick’s Mexican Kitchen + Bar • Sundried Tomato American Bistro • Trader Joe’s • Village Mediterranean Rim • Vine Restaurant & Bar 2015 WINNERS: Gold: The Cellar; Silver: San Clemente Wine Company

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BEST SPORTS BAR GOLDEN OLE

OC TAVERN 2369 S. El Camino Real, 949.542.8877, www.octavern.com

Sports are omnidirectional at OC Tavern.

Many people go to watch horse races from Del Mar or catch a major sporting event on one of many TVs. The size of the restaurant can accommodate large parties, making it a good place to host an event. Live music also takes place on weekends, and a list of upcoming performers is available on their website.

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OLE’S TAVERN 127 S. El Camino Real, 949.498.9400, www.olestavern.com

At the tip of “the triangle” in downtown San Clemente is Ole’s Tavern, a nook of local history and libations near local attractions.

NOMINEES: Avila’s El Ranchito • BeachFire Restaurant • Big Helyn’s Saloon • Cassano’s • Duke’s San Clemente • Goody’s Tavern • H.H. Cotton’s American Bar & Grill • Hapa J’s • Humphry’s Sandwich Shop • Iva Lee’s Restaurant and Lounge • Knuckleheads Sports Bar & Grill • Left Coast Brewing Company • Molly Bloom’s Irish Bar & Restaurant • Mulligan’s Sports Bar and Grill • Nomads Canteen • Outrigger • Pizza Port • Poche Burger & Kitchen • Red Fox Lounge 2015 WINNERS: New Category

BEST BAR GOLDEN OLE

THE CELLAR

Best Sports Bar OC Tavern

into the world of wine and beer. The bar also offers a selection of food and live music.

Check their website to see who is playing next. The Cellar also touts an artisanal cheese shop with membership opportunities.

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RED FOX LOUNGE 220 S. El Camino Real, 949.492.3403

156 Avenida Del Mar, 949.492.3663, www.thecellarsite.com

The RFL is a quaint location tucked into the side of El Camino Real in downtown San Clemente with its own outside patio.

As soon as 5 p.m. hits, The Cellar is bustling with people, 21 and over, looking to delve

NOMINEES: Antoine’s Cafe • Artifex Brewing Company • Barnoa Wine Bar • BeachFire Restaurant • Bella Collina San

Clemente • Big Helyn’s Saloon • Brick Pizzeria • Cassano’s • Duke’s San Clemente • Elks Lodge • Goody’s Tavern • H.H. Cotton’s American Bar & Grill • Hapa J’s • Iva Lee’s Restaurant and Lounge • Knuckleheads Sports Bar & Grill • La Colombiana Restaurant • La Siesta Mexican Restaurant • Left Coast Brewing Company • Molly Bloom’s Irish Bar & Restaurant • Mulligan’s Sports Bar and Grill • Nick’s San Clemente • Nomads Canteen • OC Tavern • Ole’s Tavern • Outrigger • Pierside Kitchen + Bar • Pizza Port • Poche Burger & Kitchen • San Clemente Wine Company • South of Nick’s Mexican Kitchen + Bar • Sundried Tomato American Bistro • Taka-O Japanese Restaurant & Sushi Bar • The Shwack Cantina • Vine Restaurant & Bar 2015 WINNERS: Gold: Red Fox Lounge; Silver: The Cellar

BEST BARTENDER GOLDEN OLE

JAYLENE WEAVER AT THE CELLAR 156 Avenida Del Mar, 949.492.3663, www.thecellarsite.com

Best Bar

The Cellar Jaylene Weaver

Eclectic food and drink options make The Cellar a San Clemente destination, whether it be for dinner or drinks. With so many options, it’s good bartender Jaylene Weaver nows how to find the e act right beer or wine for each guest’s palate. Weaver’s skill and knowledge behind the bar is matched only by her friendly service.

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GABE WHORELY AT THE VINE 211 N. El Camino Real, 949.361.2079, www.vinesanclemente.com 20

Being a native to San Clemente, Gabe Whorely puts a unique and refreshing spin on bartending while simultaneously staying true to The Vine’s sophisticated ambiance.

NOMINEES: Adam at The Fisherman’s Restaurant and Bar • Amanda at OC Tavern • Andy at La Siesta Mexican Restaurant • Angel at Big Helyn’s Saloon • Paril at Ole’s Tavern • Ashley at Ole’s Tavern • Billy at The Cellar • Booke at Vine Restaurant & Bar • Brian at H.H. Cotton’s American Bar & Grill • Carlos at The Fisherman’s Restaurant and Bar • Carly at Cassano’s • Casey at Pizza Port • Chris at Red Fox Lounge • Christian at The Shwack Cantina • Christie at Cassano’s • Christie at Nomads Canteen • Christy at Pizza Port • Cookie at Mulligans Sports Bar and Red Fox Lounge • Dan at Iva Lee’s Restaurant and Lounge • Dani at Nomads Canteen • Danny at Hapa J’s • Deanne at Poche Burger & Kitchen • Elisha at Ole’s Tavern • Eric at H.H. Cotton’s American Bar & Grill • Eric at Iva Lee’s Restaurant and Lounge • Frankie at Poche Burger & Kitchen • Lindsey at Fratello’s Italian Restaurant • Geoff at Molly Bloom’s Irish Bar & Restaurant and Mulligans Sports Bar • Gloria at Elks Lodge • Holly at Carbonara Trattoria Italiana • Whitney at Inka Mama’s Peruvian Restaurant • Janae at Pizza Port • Jason at Bay Leaf Mediterranean Cuisine • Jayce at Pizza Port • Jeff at Outrigger • Jessy at Avila’s El Ranchito • Joe at Left Coast Breweing Company • Joe at The Fisherman’s Restaurant and Bar • John at South of Nick’s Mexican Kitchen + Bar • Josette at Humprhy’s Sandwich Shop • Juan at Avilas El Ranchito • Jumbo at Outrigger • Katie at OC Tavern • Kayla at Ole’s Tavern • Keith at Nick’s San Clemente • Kevin at Barnoa Wine Bar • Kurt at Iva Lee’s Restaurant and Lounge • Kyle at Brick Pizzeria • Kyle at Goody’s Tavern • Lindsey at Fratello’s Italian Restaurant • Lisa at Knuckleheads Sports Bar & Grill • Lisa at Duke’s San Clemente • Lori at Goody’s Tavern • Matt at BeachFire Restaurant • Max at The Cellar • Megan at Big Helyn’s Saloon • Melanie at Knuckleheads Sports Bar & Grill • Mike at Sundried Tomato American Bistro • Monica at OC Tavern • Nate at Pierside Kitchen + Bar • Nick at Hapa J’s • Noel at H.H. Cotton’s American Bar & Grill • Rachel at Ole’s Tavern • Reo at Holiday Inn San Clemente • Rion at Vine Restaurant & Bar • Sally at Red Fox Lounge • Sarah at Ole’s Tavern • Steve at H.H. Cotton’s American Bar & Grill • Shane at Rocco’s Restaurant • Shannon at Pizza Port • Shannon at Knuckleheads Sports Bar & Grill • Shawn at The Cellar • Stacy at Knuckleheads Sports Bar & Grill • Steven at H.H. Cotton’s American Bar & Grill • Tank at Ole’s Tavern • Teresa at Red Fox Lounge • Tiffany at Cassano’s • Toby at MRK Public • Yvonna at The Cellar • Yvonne at Ole’s Tavern and The Shwack Cantina 2015 WINNER: Gold: Jaylene Weaver at The Cellar; Silver: Gabe at The Vine

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Best Antiques

Stanford Court Antiques

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BEST ANTIQUES GOLDEN OLE

STANFORD COURT ANTIQUES 106 Avenida Del Mar, 949.366.6290, www.stanfordcourtantiques.com

With more than 10,000 square feet of space, Stanford Court Antiques is one of Orange County’s biggest antique stores. Stanford Court specializes in period pieces and valuable collectibles. With a wide variety of furniture, crystal, china, silver and more, you’re liable to walk away with something new after a visit.

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SAN CLEMENTE ANTIQUES & DECOR 214 Avenida Del Mar, Suite B, 949.498.2992

San Clemente Antiques & Decor specializes in offering unique yet functional pieces for the home, wardrobe and more.

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LA CASA VERDE DE GRANADA 130 Avenida Granada, 949.498.2560, www.lacasaverdestore.com

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succulents—and everything in between—La Casa Verde has a wide variety of one-of-akind goods.

NOMINEES: Backstreet Home Decor • Bamboo and Beyond • Christopher-Lee Ltd. • Consignment Design Concepts • Coral Thrift Shop • Jill’s Abode • La Tienda Thrift Store • Paradise Jewelers • Plum Precious Antiques • Reclamation • Salvation Army Family Store • Sweeet Repeeet Consignment • The Pac-Rat 2015 WINNERS: Gold: Stanford Court Antiques; Silver: San Clemente Antiques & Decor

BEST ARTS AND CRAFTS SUPPLIES GOLDEN OLE

MICHAELS 937 Avenida Pico, 949.940.0465, www.michaels.com

It’s hard to beat the wide selection that Michaels offers to amateur and professionals arts and craftspeople. Whether you need a purple vase, a white letter “Q,” a keyholder in the shape of a fish feet of spar ly yarn or some jujubes, Michaels in San Clemente is likely to have it in stock.

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SAN CLEMENTE ART SUPPLY & CUSTOM FRAMING 1531 N. El Camino Real, 949.369.6603, www.scartsupply.com

You can get everything you need for almost any project at San Clemente Art Supply— and there are classes to teach you how to use them.

NOMINEES: Artwistic Creations • Fired Up San Clemente • Russell Stationers • Missy’s on Del Mar • Salvation Army Family Store • Strands Knitting Studio • The Third Eye 2015 WINNERS: Gold: San Clemente Art Supply & Custom Framing; Silver: Michaels

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BEST PLACE FOR BUYING AND VIEWING ART • TI E F O R GO L D •

Best Home Decor and Furnishings

NOMINEES: Designer’s Magic Flooring • Dewey’s T.V. & Home Appliances • Laforza Tile & Stone • Melrose in the OC Lifestyle • Reclamation • The Warehouse on Del Mar 2015 WINNERS: New Category

Tuvalu Home

BEST HOME DECOR AND FURNISHINGS

GOLDEN OLE

SAN CLEMENTE ART GALLERY

GOLDEN OLE

TUVALU HOME

San Clemente Community Center, 100 Seville Ave., 949.492.7175, www.paintsanclemente.com

100 S. El Camino Real, 949.542.8242, www.tuvaluhome.com

Inside the San Clemente Community Center is a world of art and artistic opportunities.

The various pieces of work by local artists are on display daily at the center, and the San Clemente Art Association, which runs the gallery, hosts the annual Paint San Clemente competition as well as the annual Arts and Crafts Show.

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Tuvalu Home owner Laurie Alter said the key to her shop’s success is a commitment to standing out. “Our goal coming into the community was to see what was missing so we could be unique down there.” Alter also thanked a supportive local shopping community for Tuvalu’s success. “We are just impressed by the support and encouragement from all the locals.”

ZEBRA HOUSE COFFEE

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1001 S. El Camino Real, 949.218.6976, www.zebrahousecoffee.com

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THE WAREHOUSE ON DEL MAR

uests can find wor s of art all throughout Zebra House Coffee’s shop. Coupled with the business’s unique interior design, Zebra House features a new artist every month by showcasing their artwork on the wall. Painters, photographers and mixed media artists all have a space on the walls of Zebra House. With good coffee, live music and art, Zebra House is a modern day art house.

112 Avenida Del Mar, 949.388.0027

The Warehouse is a good place to look for that one piece to tie your room together— whether that’s art, glassware, furniture or something in between.

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MELROSE IN THE OC LIFESTYLE

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150 Avenida Del Mar, Unit D, 949.366.0561, www.melroseintheoc.com

BEACHFIRE RESTAURANT 204 Avenida Del Mar, 949.366.3232, ea fire o

Colorful works of art from local artists and designers adorn the walls of BeachFire Restaurant. The best thing about viewing art at BeachFire is the local and seasonal food that is served at the restaurant.

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DREW BROPHY ART STUDIOS 208 Calle de los Molinos, 949.678.8133, www.drewbrophy.com

Drew Brophy’s psychedelic surf artwork can be seen throughout San Clemente, but his studio gives insight to his muse.

NOMINEES: Casa Romantica Cultural Center and Gardens • Delanty Fine Art • Distinctive Body Art Studio • Geoff Glenn • Hobie Surf Shop • Interval Gallery • Jill’s Abode • Living Art Gallery Tattoo Lounge • North Beach Art Walk • Paul Gavin Fine Art • San Clemente Art Supply & Custom Framing • San Clemente Library Gallery • Syrens Hair Parlor • Tuvalu Home • Village Art & Craft Faire 2015 WINNERS: Gold: San Clemente Art Gallery; Silver: BeachFire Restaurant

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BEST HOME IMPROVEMENT STORE GOLDEN OLE

DENAULT’S TRUE VALUE HARDWARE 535 N. El Camino Real, 949.492.3801, www.denaults.com

Bob DeNault, an owner alongside his three brothers and his mother, said he thinks his hardware store’s longevity and diversity makes it well-known with San Clementeans.

“We try really hard to have products for all homes in San Clemente,” DeNault said.

“I think our strength is maintenance and repair, and we do business with all the restaurants.”

Best Home Improvement Store DeNault’s True Value Hardware Bob DeNault

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LOWE’S HOME IMPROVEMENT 907 Avenida Pico, 949.369.4644, www.lowes.com

A national chain but locally accessible, Lowe’s Home Improvement in San Clemente is equipped with items for many household tasks.

Offerings from Melrose in the OC are so popular, Marie Waisner, Danielle Waisner and Kristina Waisner Sitzmann opened a second shop exclusively for lifestyle goods down the street.

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BACKSTREET HOME DECOR 307 N. El Camino Real, 949.498.2210, www.backstreethomedecor.com

Peruse thousands of home décor options at Backstreet, where furnishings and other pieces are artfully arranged in the showroom.

NOMINEES: Angel Wings • Bamboo & Beyond • ChristopherLee Ltd. • Consignment Design Concepts • DeNault’s True Value Hardware • Designs by Nature • Designer’s Magic Flooring • ERBA• Jill’s Abode • Just B’Cuz • La Casa Verde de Granada • Lowe’s Home Improvement • Luxe Home Furnishings • Pier 1 Imports • San Clemente Antiques • Sofas

by Design • South Coast Furniture & Mattress • Stanford Court Antiques • Target • Mole Hole • The Pac-Rat • TJ Maxx • David A. Weld Designer 2015 WINNERS: Gold: Tuvalu Home; Silver: La Casa Verde de Granada

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Best Beauty Supply Ulta Beauty

NOMINEES: T-Shirt Wholesale Outlet (5 for $10 Store) • Angel Wings • Bella Collina San Clemente • Catalyst Shop • CJ’s Closet • Coat of Bronze Organic Spray Tanning • COVE • Cindy’s Swimwear • Daisy Shoppe • Eddie Bauer • ERBA • Heavenly Couture • H&M • Hobie Surf Shop • Icons of Surf • Institute Liberal • Isabelle’s Cabinet • The Surfer’s Outlet by Jack’s Surfboards • Just Butts Clothing • LOFT Outlet • Lost Surfboards • Missy’s on Del Mar • Novella Royale • Oui Boutique • Outlets at San Clemente • Papaya • Petit Bonhomme • Rascal’s Ladies Boutique • Republik of Kalifornia • Rip Curl • Ritual Boutique • Salon Zinnia & Lifestyle Boutique • Salt Life • Salvation Army Family Store • Sam’s Shoes & Shoe Repair • Stein Mart • Studio 1220 • Styles for Less • Sun Diego Boardshop • Sunny Days • Sweeet Repeeet Consignment • Swirl Boutique • Target • The Pac-Rat • Tillys • TJ a • o i fi er • re e r e • aria 2015 WINNERS: Gold: Melrose in the OC; Silver: Angel Wings

BEST FOOTWEAR GOLDEN OLE

SAM’S SHOES & SHOE REPAIR 135 Avenida Del Mar, 949.492.3495

BEST JEWELRY GOLDEN OLE

• Isabelle’s Cabinet • Missy’s on Del Mar • On The Rocks Jewelry and Rare Coins • Plum Precious Antiques • Ritual Boutique • Salon Zinnia & Lifestyle Boutique • San Clemente Antiques • Studio 1220 • Sweeet Repeeet Consignment • Swirl Boutique • The Pac-Rat • The Third Eye • The Warehouse on Del Mar • Variant • Zales 2015 WINNERS: Gold: ERBA; Silver: Paradise Jewelers

ERBA 114 Avenida Del Mar, Unit I, 949.492.2355, www.shoperba.com

“I travel all over looking for unique gifts and jewelry and so I’m constantly looking for new exciting things,” said ERBA owner Lisa Rodarti. “I try to make sure our little tiny store is full of things that I would buy for myself or my mom or my best friend.” That includes jewelry in various styles brought in from around the globe.

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PARADISE JEWELERS 166 Avenida Del Mar, 949.361.6661, www.paradisejewelers.com

Watches, sports memorabilia, rare coins and more join a fantastic display of diamonds and jewelry along with a GIAcertified and nowledgeable staff.

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PARADISEIIJEWELRYBOUTIQUE 210 Avenida Del Mar, Unit A, 949.361.6662

Paradise’s other location offers a variety of sterling silver jewelry, designer costume jewelery and a selection of women’s hand bags.

NOMINEES: Angel Wings • Brighton Collectibles • COVE • Daisy Shoppe • Designs by Nature • Different Take Jewelry • Distinctive Body Art Studio • Em & Tess Clothing & Accessories • Heart Majestic • Hobie Surf Shop • Institute Liberal

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ULTA BEAUTY 510 Camino De Estrella, 949.489.1841, www.ulta.com

Peruse the aisles of Ulta Beauty’s new megastore on Camino De Estrella and it’ll be hard to leave without taking home something new.

Find everything you need including makeup from top-name brands, nail and skin care items, hair tools and styling items, bath and body goods and so much more—or, book an appointment for a variety of beauty services.

Get a head start on your shopping by sorting through the shop’s wide catalog online.

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MELROSE IN THE OC 144 Avenida Del Mar, Unit A, 949.366.0561, www.melroseintheoc.com

Melrose in the OC Owner Kristina Waisner Sitzmann, who owns the store with her mom, Marie, said the key to providing great clothing is freshness. “We’re changing inventory weekly so that’s its new, fresh and with great prices … so that not everybody’s wearing the same thing in town,” she said.

For more than 60 years, Sam’s Shoes has been an icon in San Clemente. The family-run business has delivered consistent performance throughout its history, and its shoe repair experts are highly trained, as can be seen behind the counter in the store’s wor shop t’s been a fi ture on venida el Mar since its inception.

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TOOTSIES SHOE BOUTIQUE 162 Avenida Del Mar, 949.441.7343

Tootsies came to San Clemente in 2014 and has since offered contemporary selections to fit almost any style perts in ladies fashion can help you to complete your outfit.

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EM & TESS CLOTHING & ACCESSORIES 220 Avenida Del Mar, Unit B, 949.547.0463, www.emandtess.com

NOMINEES: ASICS Outlet • Bass Factory Outlet • Beach Feet • Catalyst Shop • Clarks Outlet • Cole Haan • The Surfer’s Outlet by Jack’s Surfboards • Melrose in the OC • New Balance Factory Store • Nike Factory Store • Polanco & Sons Shoe Repair • Rainbow Sandals • Run More • SKECHERS Factory Outlet • Sun Diego Boardshop • Trestles Surf Outlet • Vans Outlet • Zumiez 2015 WINNERS: New Category

Best Footwear Sam’s Shoes Sam Tiberi

PLANET BEAUTY 101 W. Avenida Vista Hermosa, Suite 584, 949.558.2044, www.planetbeauty.com

Planet Beauty is a veritable warehouse of beauty supplies, with aisles stocked to the brim with everything you could ever need or want on your vanity.

NOMINEES: Beauty Source • COVE • CVS Pharmacy • ERBA • Eyeland Lash • Poetry of Hair • Sally Beauty Supply • Salon Bamboo • Salon Zinnia & Lifestyle Boutique • Seaside Skin Care • Target • The Wax Boutique 2015 WINNERS: New Category

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BEST PLACE TO BUY FLOWERS GOLDEN OLE

WILDFLOWER OF SAN CLEMENTE

147 Avenida Del Mar, 949.361.3651, www.downtownsanclemente.com/petitbonhomme

1001 S. El Camino Real, 949.498.3454, www.wildflowersanclemente.com

The slogan scribed upon their storefront reads “unique kids clothing,” and this certainly holds true in this mom and pop children’s boutique. It has been acclaimed by many to be the destination for baby shower gifts and children’s attire for cotillion. Their hands-on staff can also ensure that you find that one-of-a-kind party gift.

Cassie Jerrold-Jones, designer at Wildflower San Clemente, said the owners are very passionate about flowers and ensuring top quality arrangements. “We stand by everything we sell, and we’re all very happy to do it,” Jerrold-Jones said. Co-owner Meredith Matranga will exceed your expectations in floral design and unique gift selection.

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FLOWERS AND FRIENDS

990 Avenida Vista Hermosa, 949.456.8668, www.target.com

1844 N. El Camino Real, 949.366.9150, www.flowersandfriendssanclemente.com

The joke is on you if you haven’t heard of this jack-of-all-trades department store.

Catering to all ages, Target is especially great for children’s items.

The easy-going owners of Flowers and Friends make selecting the right arrangement a breeze, with dozens of options to choose from.

NOMINEES: Carter’s Babies and Kids Outlet • Catalyst Shop • H&M • Hobie Surf Shop • The Surfer’s Outlet by Jack’s Surfboards • Lovey Dovey Boutique • Missy’s on Del Mar • OshKosh B’gosh • Outlets at San Clemente • Saturday Morning Pa a e • o i fi er • re e r e • Wa ar 2015 WINNERS: Gold: Petit Bonhomme; Silver: Target

NOMINEES: Albertsons • Beach City Florist • Downtown Flowers • Enchanted Fine Florals • Kimberly’s Flowers • Ralphs • San Clemente Farmers’ Market • Shore Gardens Retail Plant Nursery • The San Clemente Florist • Trader Joe’s 2015 WINNERS: Gold: Flowers and Friends; Silver: The San Clemente Florist

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11th Annual Best of San Clemente People’s Choice Ole Awards One recent customer of Terry Senate’s shop described him as a “legend.” Senate said he can ma e a board that will fit anyone the size of a toddler to a 6-foot-9 man. “We can customize surfboards for high performance for anyone’s size or age,” Senate said. “I really enjoy making the short boards for the kids, because that’s where my heart and soul is.”

BEST STORE TO BUY THE PERFECT GIFT GOLDEN OLE

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114 Avenida Del Mar, Unit I, 949.492.2355, www.shoperba.com

MATT “MAYHEM” BIOLOS/ ...LOST SURFBOARDS BY MAYHEM

Buying the perfect gift is also easier when you have a helpful staff and thoughtful curator helping you out. “We love our customers,” said Lisa Rodarti, owner of ERBA. “We have really lovely, loyal beautiful customers. It makes you love San Clemente.” Rodarti said that by knowing each customer, she can better help them find the e act right gift.

1030 Calle Sombra, Suite D, www.lostsurfboards.com

Matt “Mayhem” Biolos is constantly coming up with new designs and shapes for the dozens of pro surfers under the …Lost brand.

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MISSY’S ON DEL MAR 220 Avenida Del Mar, Suite A, 949.388.0788, www.missyspopupshop.com

Missy’s curates a selection of globally sourced, high-quality and trendy items from bags to jewelry to furniture to eats and sweets.

NOMINEES: Angel Wings • asana FIT • Back Street Home Decor • Bamboo and Beyond • Cottage Bliss • COVE • Daisy Shoppe • DeNault’s True Value Hardware • Distinctive Body Art Studio • Em & Tess Clothing & Accessories • Flowers and Friends • Hobie Surf Shop • Jill’s Abode • Just B’Cuz • Kelly’s Hallmark Shop • La Casa Verde de Granada • Melrose in the OC • Moldy Toes Records • Paradise Jewelers • Plum Precious Antiques • Revival Hair Salon • Russell Stationers • Salon Zinnia & Lifestyle Boutique • San Clemente Antiques • San Clemente Art Supply & Custom Framing • Schmid’s Fine Chocolates • Seaside Skin Care • Stanford Court Antiques • Sun Diego Boardshop • Stein Mart • Swirl Boutique • Target • Mole Hole • The San Clemente Florist • The Third Eye • The Warehouse on Del Mar • Tuvalu Home • Wildflower of San Clemente 2015 WINNERS: Gold: ERBA; Silver: Paradise Jewelers

Best Store to Buy the Perfect Gift ERBA

Hanson’s provides San Clementeans with an abundant selection of naturally grown produce and healthy home cooking options.

The grocery depends on its organic growers to provide the least adulterated food products year-round. Talk to local grocers about how to ma imi e your organic kitchen.

HOBIE SURF SHOP

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CATALYST SHOP 1755 N. El Camino Real, 949.492.5721, www.catalystshop.com

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415 E. Avenida Pico, 949.218.1690, www.hansonsmarket.com

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A staple in Orange County surf culture, Hobie has supplied beach-goers with surf gear and the latest style trends since their opening in the 1950s. Since then, Hobie has been the gold standard in South Orange County, carrying over 100 brands in each of their five locations scattered along acific Coast Highway. Be sure to follow them on Instagram for information on sales and events.

BEST SPECIALTY GROCER HANSON’S MARKET

BEST SURF/ SUP SHOP

151 Avenida Del Mar, 949.542.3400, 167 Avenida Del Mar, 949.542.3355, www.hobie.com

NOMINEES: Album Surfboards • BC Surf Shop • Bill Stewart/Stewart Surfboards • Boss Surfboards • Brawner Boards • Brian Bulkley • Breno Basilio/Muleke Surfboards • Catalyst Shop • Chelu • Chris Kaysen/Kaysen Surfboards • Cole Simler/Cole Surfboards • Crook’s Surf Essentials • Dewey Weber Surfboards • Ding Doctor • Donald Brink/Brink Surfboards • Edit Surfboards • Fundamental Surfboards • Garth Day/G. Day Surfboards • Gary Larson • Hobie Surf Shop • Jed Noll/Noll Surfboards • Maurice Agnello/Edit Surfboards • Paul Carter/Paul Carter Surf Art • Rick Rock Surfboards • Rip Curl • Roberto Alves/Alves Surfboards • Rumaner Surfboards • Taylor Rambo/ Riviera Paddlesurf • Timmy Patterson/T. Patterson Surfboards • Tuttle Surfboards • Tyler Lawyer • Used Surf 2015 WINNERS: Gold: Bill Stewart/Stewart Surfboards; Silver: Timmy Patterson/T. Patterson Surfboards

Best Surfboard Shaper

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boards but they have e panded their grasp onto land by carrying skateboards too.

NOMINEES: Album Surf • Basham’s Factory & Surfshop • BC Surf Shop • Brawner Boards • Cole Surfboards • Dewey Weber Surfboards • eBodyboarding • Fundamental Surfboards • Icons of Surf • The Surfer’s Outlet by Jack’s Surfboard • Lost Surfboards • Lost Winds Dive & Surf • Noll Surfboards • Paul Carter (San Clemente Surfboards & Art) • Republik of Kalifornia • Rip Curl • Riviera Paddlesurf • Salt Life • SoCal Surf Shop • Stewart Surfboards • T. Patterson Surfboards • Terry Senate Surfboards • Trestles Surf Outlet • Used Surf 2015 WINNERS: Gold: Hobie Surf Shop; Silver: Used Surf

550 Camino De Estrella, 949.542.1036, www.sprouts.com

BEST SURFBOARD SHAPER GOLDEN OLE

TERRY SENATE/TERRY SENATE SURFBOARDS 208 Calle De Los Molinos, 949.361.1740

Sprouts has been very popular in San Clemente since it opened just less than a year ago due to its fresh items at affordable prices.

NOMINEES: 99 Cents Only Store • Albertsons • Billy’s Meat, Seafood and Deli • Oliver’s Olive Oil and Balsamic Tasting Gallery • Pier Market • Ralphs • San Clemente Farmers’ Market • San Clemente Wine Company • Stater Bros.

Market • Tina & Vince’s Italian Delicatessen • The Cellar • Trader Joe’s 2015 WINNERS: Gold: Hanson’s Market; Silver: Trader Joe’s

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11th Annual Best of San Clemente People’s Choice Ole Awards • Bear Coast Coffee • Bella Collina San Clemente • Bonded Cleaners & Laundry • Bonnie’s Skin Care Salon • Bow Wow Beautiful Pet Spa • C’Siren Day Spa • Cassano’s • Chase Bank • Cheryl E. McDonogh, D.M.D., A.P.C • CJ’s Closet • Coat of Bronze Organic Spray Tanning• Collins Harrell, DDS/ San Clemente Smiles • COVE • CVS • DeNault’s True Value Hardware • Denny’s • Douglass Printing • Eric Johnson, D.D.S. • Erika Bonilla, D.C./Elite Spine and Body Chiropractic & Sports Therapy • Em & Tess Clothing & Accessories • Endless Summer Surf Camp • ERBA • Erini P. Redmond, D.D.S. • Frank’s Auto Collision • General Insurance Services • Guillobel Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Academy • H.H. Cotton’s American Bar & Grill • Hobie Surf Shop • Holiday Inn Express • Holley’s Tire Service • Hybrid MD Urgent Care • Icons of Surf • Inka Mama’s Peruvian Restaurant • InnerLimits Smoke Shop • Jimmy’s Tire Center • Just B’Cuz • K & S Cleaners • Kaylani Coffee Co • La Colombiana Restaurant • Liberty Tax Service • McDonald’s • Medhero Advanced Urgent Care and Telemedicine • Melrose in the OC • Mike’s Pet Care • Missy’s on Del Mar • Miyako Sushi • Montgomery Motorcycle • Nick’s San Clemente • Nomads Canteen • Nomads Hotel • Novella Royale • Ocean View Dental Care • Ole’s Tavern • OptumCare Medical Group • OrangeTheory Fitness • Oui Boutique • Outlets at San Clemente • Pa ifi oa e eri ar o pi a • Pa ifi Wa er o io • Paradise Jewelers • Paradise Jewelery II • Paws Pet Resort • Peet’s Coffee & Tea • Pho Thanh Bihn • Pierside Kitchen + Bar • Pizza Port • Planet Beauty • Poetry of Hair • pure. love. yoga. • Ralphs • Red Fox Lounge • Salon Zinnia & Lifestyle Boutique • Sam’s Shoes & Shoe Repair • San Clemente Dance & Performing Arts Center • San Clemente Dental Care • San Clemente Dental Group & Orthodontics • San Clemente Grooming & Pet Spa • San Clemente Veterinary Hospital • San Clemente Villas by the Sea • San Clemente Wine Company • San Clemente/Dana Point Animal Shelter • SC Cafe • S.C. Rider Supply • Seashore Pet Spa and Grooming • Seaside Skin Care • Sea View Pharmacy • Shadetree Automotive • Shaws Carpets • Shine Bodyworks • Sonny’s Pizza and Pasta • South of Nick’s Mexican Kitchen + Bar • Sprouts Farmers Market • Starbucks • Studio 1220 • Sunset Glow Nail Spa • Talega Day Spa • Target • The Cellar • The Fisherman’s Restaurant & Bar • The Warehouse on Del Mar • Three Dog Bakery • Tina & Vince’s Italian Delicatessen • Tootsie’s Shoe Boutique • Trader Joe’s • Tuvalu Home • Used Surf • USSD Martial Arts • V’s Barbershop • Vine Restaurant & Bar • Wahoo’s Fish Taco • Waterbabies Swim School • Wheenk! Physical Therapy • Zebra House Coffee 2015 WINNERS: Gold: Eyeland Lash; Silver: Salon Zinnia & Lifestyle Boutique

Best NEW BUSINESS MedHero

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MEDHERO ADVANCED URGENT CARE AND TELEMEDICINE 905 Calle Amanecer, Suite 115, 949.207.3603, www.medherosc.com

Using “telemedicine,” in which people can use an app to contact a physician, Dr. Greg Moreno, the founder of MedHero, said filling the void of the hospital closing in San Clemente is an important role. Moreno said his urgent care facility is able to offer various screenings and procedures that previously weren’t readily available in San Clemente.

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MISSY’S ON DEL MAR 220 Avenida Del Mar, Suite A, 949.388.0788, www.missyspopupshop.com

issy’s on el ar offers an assortment of unique goodie bag items and household knickknacks.

NOMINEES: Aloha Acai Bowls • Beach Town Books • Bear Coast Coffee • Blackbird Artisan Pie • Blaze Pizza • CJ’s Closet • Costa Lifestyle Medicine • COVE • Em & Tess Clothing & Accessories • Firehouse Ribs & More • H.H. Cotton’s American Bar & Grill • Hannah Reed Swimwear • Jophiel’s Light & Skincare • Just B’Cuz • Lost Winds Brewing Company • Lost Winds Dive & Surf • Mahalo Juice • Melrose in the OC Lifestyle • Modern Concrete • Mulch California • Novella Royale • nVision Development, Inc. • Ocean View Dental Care • Organic Roots at San Clemente Florist • Oui Boutique • Planet Beauty • Poetry of Hair • Power Plant Records • Precision Fire Systems • Progressive Surf Coaching • rateOne Home Loans • Salt Life • SoCal Surf Shop • Sprouts Farmers Market • Stein Mart • Sun Diego Boardshop • The Marketplace in San Clemente • The Shwack Cantina • The Warehouse on Del Mar • The Wax Boutique • Thompson Chiropractic • TJ Maxx • Treads for Men • Tuvalu Home • Vans Outlet • Wake Up Coffee 2015 WINNERS: New Category

BEST OVERALL CUSTOMER SERVICE GOLDEN OLE

EYELAND LASH 99 Via Pico Plaza, 949.391.0670, www.eyelandlash.com

The estheticians and cosmetologists at Eyeland Lash are as skilled as any in South County, but what sets them apart, according to our readers, is their unparalleled customer service isitors appreciate the friendly reception and knowledgeable staff, who guide guests through the process of their beauty service.

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SHORELINE DENTAL STUDIO (Kristen Ritzau, D.D.S. and Colby Livingston D.D.S) 122 Avenida Cabrillo, 949.245.6045, www.shorelinedentalstudio.com

r Rit au and r Livingston pass on their love for the community to their clients via a warm environment.

NOMINEES: AAA of California • A Clear View Window Cleaning • Active Culture, Natural Foods Café and Yogurt • Albertsons • Angel Wings • Antoine’s Cafe • Artifex Brewing Company • asana FIT • Avila’s El Ranchito • Barnoa Wine Bar

BEST CATERING COMPANY GOLDEN OLE

IVA LEE’S RESTAURANT AND LOUNGE 555 N. El Camino Real, 949.361.2855, www.ivalees.com

a un-style food along with va Lee’s modern and rustic menu works well for many different occasions. The restaurant is also partnering with an event center along S l amino Real in to be their e clusive caterer va Lee’s trademar restaurant flavor is on display on their catering menu.

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JAY’S CATERING/ELLIE’S TABLE AT NORTH BEACH 120 W. Avenida Pico, 714.636.6045, www.jayscatering.com

For exceptional bakery and lunch items, llie’s provides catering that can be used for ust about any special event.

NOMINEES: 24 Carrots • Antoines Cafe • Bella Collina San Clemente • Carbonara Trattoria Italiana • El Mariachi Restaurant & Bar • Guicho’s Eatery • Hapa J’s • Jeff the Silent Chef • La Siesta Mexican Restaurant • La Tiendita • Las Golondrinas • Missy Will Wine and Food Events • No Small Potatoes Catering and Events • Pick Up Stix • Rocco’s Restaurant • Sonny’s Pizza and Pasta • Sundried Tomato American Bistro • Tina & Vince’s Italian Delicatessen • Village Mediterranean Rim 2015 WINNERS: New Category

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Best Tattoo Shop

Living Art Gallery Tattoo Lounge Monte Livingston

BEST BARBER SHOP GOLDEN OLE

RAY’S BARBER PLACE 400 S. El Camino Real, Suite B, 949.361.6626

Owner Rachael Place prides her shop on her staff. “I have a really, really great staff,” Place said. “The number one compliment I get from customers is (about) the energy and the skills the staff have.” Recently opening her second shop in Dana Point, Rachael has enjoyed meeting a new community.

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THE SEÑOR BARBER 401 S. El Camino Real, 949.361.0762

Whether you’re taking your kids to get a haircut or you need a cut for the military, Señor Barber offers a wide variety of cuts at an affordable price.

NOMINEES: A Cut Above Barber Shop • Alicia’s Barber & Styling Salon • Beach Cities BarberShop • Beachcomber Barber Shop • Clips n’ Curls • Downtown Barber Shop • Jerry’s Barber Shop • Neptune’s Den Men’s Salon • Popeye’s for Hair • R Tistic Salon • Shore Cliff Barber Shop • Sport Clips • State of the Art Barber Shop • Supercuts • V’s Barbershop 2015 WINNERS: Gold: Ray’s Barber Place; Silver: V’s Barbershop

well as military,” Livingston said. “It’s pretty cool that we are a winner.”

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SAN CLEMENTE TATTOO 117 Avenida Granada, 949.498.8487, www.sanclementetattoo.com

Situated in an Ole Hanson home on Avenida Granada, San Clemente Tattoo specializes in customized ink.

NOMINEES: Distinctive Body Art Studio • Ink Gallery Tattoos & Fine Art • Renaissance Studios 2015 WINNERS: New Category

BEST HAIR SALON GOLDEN OLE

CLIPS N’ CURLS 400 S. El Camino Real, Suite C, 949.498.2870

Run by hair artist Nancy Byer, Clips n’ Curls truly is a “treat yourself” kind of experience.

Be prepared to come in and relax while simultaneously having your hair done up for a special event or just because. Nancy has the experience and the patience to give you that special look you’ve been searching for.

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LIVING ART GALLERY TATTOO LOUNGE 3107 S. El Camino Real, 949.292.9669, www.sclivingartgallery.com

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SALON ZINNIA AND LIFESTYLE BOUTIQUE 641 Camino De Los Mares, 949.429.2020, www.salonzinnia.com

Salon Zinnia & Lifestyle Boutique is a one-stop shop for a new ’do and a chic outfit NOMINEES: Beach Waves Hair Salon • Ermanno DeVito Hair Studio • Hair Affair Salon • Hair by Kelly T • Hair Sculptors Beauty Salon • Hairwaves • Headgames Salon • Janelle Marcoe Studio • Modest Spot Salon • Neptune’s Den Men’s Salon • Poetry of Hair • Revival • R Tistic Salon • Salon 221 • Salon Bamboo • Salon Bleu • Salon Incognito • Salon Real • Salon Rendez-Vous • Sanctuary Salon by Cha • Shake It Hair Design • Shear Charm • Sport Clips • Studio B Salon • Supercuts • Syrens Hair Parlor • Trade Winds Hair Salon • Vibe Hair Studio • Wheeler Davis Salon 2015 WINNERS: Gold: Salon Zinnia & Lifestyle Boutique; Silver: Salon Bleu

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BEST MANICURE AND PEDICURE GOLDEN OLE

OCEAN VIEW NAILS 638 Camino De Los Mares, 949.388.7218, www.oceanviewnails.com

“We’re just a small family-run shop,” said Ocean View Nails Co-owner Glenn Hamasaki. “All we really try to do is provide a really good atmosphere and use some of the best products.” Hamasaki said the shop is known for its skilled technicians and its manicures, and that Ocean View enjoys a close connection to the San Clemente community.

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BELLAGIO NAIL SPA 1041 Avenida Pico, Suite C, 949.369.1626

A warm staff and a relaxing, yet modern, facility are what has made Bellagio Nail Spa a local favorite for all nail care needs.

NOMINEES: Allure Nails & Spa • Beauty Nails • Best Nail Spa • Final Touch Nails & Spa • Lux Nail Spa • Mingee’s Nails and Spa • Nails by Karen Dispenza • Natural Nails by Edith • Professionail & Spa • Salon Real • Salon Zinnia & Lifestyle Boutique • SC Nail Lounge • Serenity Nails & Spa • Studio B Salon • Sunset Glow Nail Spa • Sweet Escape • Talega Nail Lounge • The Perfect Ten • V Nails Boutique 2015 WINNERS: Gold: Nails by Karen Dispenza; Silver: Salon Zinnia & Lifestyle Boutique

BEST SPECIALTY BEAUTY SERVICE GOLDEN OLE

EYELAND LASH 99 Via Pico Plaza, 949.391.0670, www.eyelandlash.com

It’s no surprise Eyeland Lash is taking home

the Golden Ole for Best Specialty Beauty Service another year in a row. When it comes to applying lashes and other beauty services, the trained estheticians and cosmetologists at Eyeland Lash are exceptionally suited to meet customers’ beauty needs and desires.

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THE WAX BOUTIQUE 647 Camino De Los Mares, Suite 104, 949.391.2279, www.waxboutiquesc.com

Local owner Kasey Pentecost sets her store apart by putting an emphasis on ensuring the comfort of each person who visits The Wax Boutique.

NOMINEES: Bonnie’s Skin Salon • C’Siren Day Spa • D’Vine Salon and Spa • Jophiel’s Light & Skincare • Lash Spa Boutique • Mingee’s Nails and Spa • New Leaf Esthetics • O2 Wellness • Ocean View Nails • Planet Beauty • Sally Beauty Supply • Salon Bamboo • Salon Zinnia & Lifestyle Boutique • Seaside Skin Care • Serenity Nails & Spa • Shine Bodyworks • Simple Touch Skin Care • Smooth Waxing Salon • Studio K Skincare • Sugaring Studio • Talega Day Spa • The Brow Boutique • The Green Room • The Lash Lounge • Zia Threading 2015 WINNERS: Gold: Eyeland Lash; Silver: Salon Zinnia & Lifestyle Boutique

BEST SPA FOR MASSAGES, FACIALS, ETC. GOLDEN OLE

EYELAND LASH 99 Via Pico Plaza, 949.391.0670, www.eyelandlash.com

Eyeland Lash is home to a special HydroFacial MD system, a non-invasive facial rejuvenation method that has customers coming back for more. Owner Christine Petrun said they only began starting the facial service last year but that it has been an instant success and popular among clients. Eyeland Lash also offers fire and ice spa-style men’s and teen’s facials. Combined with exceptional staff, Eyeland Lash is the place to go to look and feel better.

Best Alternative Health Care Provider Chin’s Acupuncture Center

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BAREFOOT BLISS MASSAGE 111 W. Avenida Palizada #107, 949.208.0200, www.barefootblissmassage.com

Barefoot Bliss operates with the belief that massage is a necessity; but with relaxing music, aromas and design, it sure feels like a luxury.

NOMINEES: Body Therapy by Joann • Bonnie’s Skin Care • C’Siren Day Spa • Chin’s Acupuncture Center • Costa Lifestyle Medicine • Facial Aesthetics Concepts • Jophiel’s Light & Skincare • Massage by Mae • Massage Envy • New Leaf Esthetician • O2 Wellness • Ocean Massage • Off the Vine Day Spa • Salon Bamboo • Salon Zinnia & Lifestyle Boutique • San Clemente Wellness • SCOR Physical Therapy • Seaside Skin Care • Shine Bodyworks • Simple Touch Skin Care • South Coast Chiropractic Clinic • Studio K Skincare • Sunset Glow Nail Spa • Talega Day Spa • Thai Body Works • The Green Room • The Soul Intention • Waves Beyond Skin Care 2015 WINNERS: Gold: Talega Day Spa; Silver: Seaside Skin Care

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CHIN’S ACUPUNCTURE CENTER 415 N. El Camino Real, 949.361.2046, www.jungsacupuncture.com

Marrying acupuncture with massage,

traditional Chinese treatments, “cupping” and more, Chin’s Acupuncture Center is a local favorite for acute and preventative health care. Their holistic approach to healing comes in a variety of forms, which can be tailored to each individual client and their needs. For pain treatment, beauty care, herbology and more, Chin’s is the place.

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JOPHIEL’S LIGHT & SKINCARE The Phenix Salons: 801 Avenida Talega, Suite 114, 916.205.2116, www.jophielslight.com

Stress reduction and natural healing are the benefits of Rei i which is the method of choice for health care at Jophiel’s. The staff at Jophiel’s blends spiritual, mental and physical therapies to create a holistic approach to healing.

NOMINEES: Amy U. Choi, D.C. • Asia America Acupuncture and Herb Institute • Belinda McDonald/Signature PT • Colin X. Jairam, M.D./Hybrid MD Urgent Care • Costa Life Medicine • Emily K. Valenzuela, L.Ac./A Point of Health Acupuncture • Erika Bonilla, D.C./Elite Spine and Body Chiropractic & Sports Therapy • Eva F. Gentile, M.D./Seapoint Medical • Family Hearing • FullMotion Physical Therapy • Harvard Eye Associates • Health Wellness Center • Jean M. Lim/ Seaside Eyecare • Jeffrey L.Jacobs, MD/Harvard Eye Associates • Kate Andrews, L.Ac./Granada Acupuncture • Kim Lee Thorp/ San Clemente Wellness • Medhero Advanced Urgent Care and Telemedicine • Michael L. Kruetz, D.C./San Clemente Chiropractic Center • Mizokami Advanced Circulatory Sports Therapy • New Hope Acupuncture Center • OptumCare Medical Group • Orange County Physicians Hearing Services • Richard C. Roth, D.C. • Robert Dess, D.C./San Clemente Chiropractic • Roger V. Ohanesian, MD/Harvard Eye Associates • Russell Thompson/ Thompson Chiropractic • Ryan Anderson, D.C./Trestles Chiropractic • Sea View Pharmacy • The Soul Intention • Tyler Johnson/San Clemente Chiropractic • Wheenk! Physical Therapy 2015 WINNERS: Gold: Chin’s Acupuncture Center; Silver: Emily K. Valenzuela, L.Ac./A Point of Health Acupuncture

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Best Banking Institution

BEST DENTAL HEALTH CARE PROVIDER

Chase Bank

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Avenida Pico Branch Staff

ERINI P. REDMOND, D.D.S. 181 Avenida Vaquero, Suite A, 949.361.1124, www.sanclementedentist.com

With 16 years of excellence, Dr. Redmond specializes in cosmetic dentistry, including crowns, implants and whitening. But what keeps San Clementeans coming to Dr. Redmond is her excellent customer service and inviting dental care environment. Stateof-the-art technology and a family-like atmosphere only add to Dr. Redmond’s offerings.

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KRISTEN RITZAU, D.D.S./ SHORELINE DENTAL STUDIO 122 Avenida Cabrillo, 949.245.6045, www.shorelinedentalstudio.com

It’s hard to beat the dental care at Shoreline Dental, where general and cosmetic dentistry is done in a relaxing, pain-free setting.

NOMINEES: Alice P. Moran, D.D.S • Amir Mozafari, D.D.S./ Talega Dental Group • Anmar Obaidi, D.D.S./O Dental • Asil Arash, D.D.S./Smile Design Dental Group • Bin Hoang, D.D.S./Radiant Smiles Dental Care • Carla P. Bryan, D.D.S. • Cheryl Colker, D.D.S. • Cheryl E. McDonogh, D.M.D., A.P.C • Colby Livingston, D.D.S./Shoreline Dental Studio • Collin Harrel, D.M.D./San Clemente Smiles • Dana Ghorab, D.D.S., P.C. • David A. Buchan, D.D.S • David J. Hinrichs, D.D.S. • David M. Guyot, D.D.S. • Diana Craft D.D.S. • Donald S. Field, D.D.S. • Donald L. Muir, D.M.D. • Eric Johnson, D.D.S. • Garrett Rubio, D.D.S./Ocean View Dental Care • Jacob K. Lee/Pediatric Dentistry of San Clemente • Jon Draper, D.D.S. • Kent C. Sanders, D.D.S. • Kim Diep Dang D.D.S./City Dentistry • Lawrence Eckl, D.D.S./Dr. Eckl Family Dentistry • Mona Soliman, D.D.S/San Clemente Dental Care • Mike W. Shannon, D.D.S. • Nhu Q. Tran, D.D.S. • Nicholas C. Salvati, D.D.S. • Nina Basti, D.D.S. • Norman B. Crow, D.D.S. • Paul M. Reischl, D.D.S./Reischl Dentistry • Sachiko V. Fukuman, D.D.S. • San Clemente Dental Care • San Clemente Dental Group and Orthodontics • Surfside Kids Dental • Talega Coast Dentistry • Taylor Olsen, D.D.S., M.S.D/Olsen Orthodontics • Wallace D. Thune, D.D.S. • William J. Brownson, D.D.S. • William J. Capobianco, D.D.S. 2015 WINNERS: Gold: Erini P. Redmond, D.D.S.; Silver: Kristen Ritzua, D.D.S./Shoreline Dental Studio

BEST MEDICAL HEALTH CARE PROVIDER GOLDEN OLE

GREG MORENO, M.D./MEDHERO ADVANCED URGENT CARE AND TELEMEDICINE 905 Calle Amanecer, Suite 115, 949.207.3603, www.medherosc.com

MedHero touts itself as the only full service urgent care in San Clemente. As such, Greg Moreno, a member of the American College of Emergency Phsyicians and USC Medical 38

School grad, deftly leads the clinic to meet medical needs in South County.

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COLIN X. JAIRAM, M.D./ HYBRID MD URGENT CARE 1031 Avenida Pico, Suite 103, 949.429.1919, www.hybridmdoc.com

Dr. Jairam’s resume features numerous degrees and a host of experiences around the world—all brought to his clients in South Orange County.

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RICARDO DAVALOS, M.D./ OCEAN BREEZE MEDICAL GROUP 150 Avenida Cabrillo, 949.369.6993, www.memorialcare.org

This graduate of USC’s Keck School of Medicine and family doctor is a favorite of those within the MemorialCare health system.

NOMINEES: Allan Jahroumi, M.D./OptumCare Medical Group • Ann Marie Raffo, M.D./Orange Coast Womens Medical Group • Candace M. Basich, M.D./Memorial Care Medical Group • Costa Lifestyle Medicine • Elizabeth Johnson, M.D./Orange Coast Women’s Medical Group • Erika Bonilla, D.C./Elite Spine and Body Chiropractic & Sports Therapy • Eva F. Gentile, M.D./Seapoint Medical • Family Hearing • Glenn Katz, M.D./South Coast Pediatrics • Greg Brown, M.D. • Harvard Eye Associates • Heal Medical Clinic • James Johnson, M.D. • John Coleman/Orange County Physicians Hearing Services • Kaiser Permanente • Kenneth L. Rexinger, M.D. • Lawrence Chang, M.D. • Laurence Fakinos, M.D. • Lori L. Clark/Senior Care Medical Associates • Lowell Kleinman, M.D. • Marienida Boehn Patam, PA-C/ OptumCare Medical Group • Maryam Yazdanshenas, M.D./

Memorial Care Medical Group • Nick Karahalios, M.D./San Clemente Internal Medicine Group • Peter S. Jungwirth, M.D. • Predrag P. Mitrevski, M.D./Memorial Care Medical Group • Ronald Saltzman, M.D. • Saddleback Urgent Care • Sara Shokouhi, M.D./Heal Medical Clinic • Scott A. Murray, M.D. • Sea View Pediatrics • Seema Inayatullah-Khan, M.D./ Memorial Care Medical Group • Shari Sharp, M.D./Ocean Breeze Medical Group • Steven P. Cullen, M.D./San Clemente Internal Medicine • Susan Saltzman, M.D. • Theresa Wilson, N.P./OptumCare Medical Group • Thompson Chiropractic • Tortsen J. Kruse, M.D. • West Dermatology • Wheenk!

Physical Therapy • Yelena Wood, M.D./OptumCare Medical Group 2015 WINNERS: Gold: Adam Crawford, D.O./Premier Physicians Medical Group; Silver: Ricardo Davalos, M.D./ Ocean Breeze Medical Group, Colin X. Jairam, M.D./Hybrid MD Urgent Care

NOMINEES: Del Mar Watch & Clock Shop • Different Take Jewelry by Jamie McCarthy • Heart Majestic • On the Rocks Jewelry and Rare Coins • Plum Precious Antiques • Sand & Sea Jewelry • Zales 2015 WINNERS: Gold: Paradise Jewelers; Silver: On the Rocks Jewelry and Rare Coins, Jewelry Forever

BEST JEWELER

905 N. El Camino Real, 949.492.4020; 804 Avenida Pico, 949.361.5480; 638 Camino De Los Mares, Suite F140, 949.661.7480

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PARADISE JEWELERS 166 Avenida Del Mar, 949.361.6661, www.paradisejewelers.com

What can’t you get at Paradise Jewelers?

With engagement and wedding rings, watches, rare coins, sports items and everything in between, it’s unlikely you’ll walk away empty-handed. That’s especially true when considering that Paradise makes custom jewelry at pretty unbeatable prices.

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JEWELRY FOREVER 161 Avenida Del Mar, 949.361.6929, www.jewelryforever.net

Pearls, diamonds, gemstones, antiques and more are all available, along with watch and jewelry repair, at Jewelry Forever. Serving the community since 1989, the shop is a local favorite for many San Clementeans.

BEST BANKING INSTITUTION GOLDEN OLE

CHASE BANK

Keeping up with the latest trends in the banking world while also treating customers well is what has led Chase to be the favorite place to bank in San Clemente, according to Frank Dayrit, branch manager of the Chase Bank on Avenida Pico. “With the technology and innovative products and quality customer service, that’s what keeps our customers coming back,” Dayrit said.

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WELLS FARGO 601 N. El Camino Real, 949.492.1196; 801 Via Suerte, Suite 103, 949.940.4200; 638 Camino de los Mares, 949.493.6526

Wells Fargo has three locations in San Clemente, near Capistrano Beach, downtown San Clemente and Talega.

NOMINEES: California Bank & Trust • CitiBank • Farmers & Merchants Bank • SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union • Sunwest Bank • U.S. Bank • Union Bank 2015 WINNERS: New Category

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Best Gym

24 Hour Fitness

BEST TIRE SHOP GOLDEN OLE

HOLLEY’S TIRE SERVICE 1225 N. El Camino Real, 949.492.4733, www.holleystireservice.com

Owner Ron Strickland has been running Holley’s Tire Service for well over 20 years now, and after maintaining his five-star reviews on Yelp, it’s safe to say he’s an expert in the field nown for their speedy services and free tire rotations after a service, Holley’s is one of the most trusted tire shops in South Orange County S I LV E R O L E

JIMMY’S TIRE CENTER 911 Avenida Pico, 949.492.4500, www.jimmystirecenters.com

Carrying over 15 tire brands, Jimmy’s is sure to have what you’re loo ing for in stoc e sure to make an appointment online to save some time NOMINEES: Big O Tires • El Camino Automotive & Tire Center • Fonseca Jr. Tires • Frank’s Auto Collision • Full Tilt Offroad-Equipment • Montgomery Motorcycle • Pep Boys Auto Service & Tire • Ramona Tire & Automotive Service Center • S.C. Rider Supply • Shadetree Automotive • Streamline Automotive • West Coast Automotive Specialists 2015 WINNERS: Gold: Holley’s Tire Service; Silver: Jimmy’s Tire Center

BEST CAR REPAIR GOLDEN OLE

AUTO MEDIC 103 Rincon Court, 949.498.7323

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repairs and services, Auto Medic was this year’s people’s choice for car repair e’ve been in business for 19 years, and I grew up here in San Clemente,” said owner Oscar rti e try to ta e care of everybody in our town S I LV E R O L E

SHADETREE AUTOMOTIVE 1635 N. El Camino Real, 949.498.6470, www.shadetreeautorepairsanclemente.com

Shadetree has done business in San Clemente for more than 14 years and offers a variety of automotive services for happy customers NOMINEES: Advanced Auto Services • Auto Repair of San Clemente • Big O Tires • Bill Brewster Automotive • Bob’s Auto Repair • Caliber Collision • Carlos Auto Repair • Coastline Automotive • Courtesy Automotive Services, Inc. • Dave Wert Auto Repair • El Camino Automotive & Tire Center • Fix Auto • Frank’s Auto Collision • Full Tilt Offroad-Equipment • Holley’s Tire Service • Jay’s Car Repair • Jimmy’s Tire Center • Klink’s Auto Repair • Littlepage Automotive • OC German Car Service • Ocean Breeze Automotive • Pep Boys Auto Service & Tire • Performance Specialist • Ramona Tire & Automotive Service Center • RSC Automotive Repair • San Clemente Auto Care • San Clemente Auto Center • Star Tech Motors • Streamline Automotive • Victoria Auto Repair • West Coast Automotive Specialists 2015 WINNERS: Gold: Shadetree Automotive; Silver: Jay’s Car Repair, El Camino Automotive & Tire Center

BEST POOL SUPPLY/SERVICE GOLDEN OLE

BILL’S POOL SUPPLIES & SERVICES 949.492.2001

stablished in ill’s has been serving San Clemente locals in all their pool repair and service needs for well over years hether it be a scheduled cleaning or a replacement pump ill’s ool Supply is the company trusted most by pool owners

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SPARKLE TYME POOL SERVICE 21 Via Palacio, 949.362.0349

wner ill c ormic runs the business single-handedly, but his services rival all of Orange County’s supply shops purely from word of mouth NOMINEES: Three Generations Pool/Spa Maintenance and Repair • A&M Pool Service • Aquaman Swimming Pool & Spa Service • California Dreamin’ Pool and Spa Service • Clear Image Pools • John’s Pool Service • Left Coast Pool and Spa Service • Leslie’s Pool Supply • Lowe’s Home Improvement • Plumeria Pools • Radiant Pool & Spa Service • SC Pool & Spa Works • Suncoast Pool and Spa Service • Tahiti Blue Poo pa er i e • Wi de Pa ifi Poo a d pa 2015 WINNERS: Gold: SC Pool & Spa Works; Silver: Leslie’s Pool Supply

BEST DRY CLEANER GOLDEN OLE

BONDED CLEANERS & LAUNDRY 1221 N. El Camino Real, 949.498.1183, www.bonded-cleaners.com

Family owned and operated since 1981, owner Greg Suding credits his great customers and low prices for their success e offer exceptional products and equipment at a discounted price Suding said inning the Golden Ole repeatedly has only motivated Suding to maintain his excellent customer satisfaction S I LV E R O L E

K & S CLEANERS 114 S. El Camino Real, 949.492.5424, www.sanclementedrycleaners.com

S leaners has been the go-to dry cleaners for members of our military and San

lemente locals wners avid and annah ensure quality whether it be a simple cleaning or an alteration NOMINEES: Andy’s Tailor & Tuxedo Rental • Baroni Cleaners, Tailoring & Tuxedos • Celebrity Cleaners • El Camino Cleaners • Luckys Dry Cleaners • Nelson’s Cleaners • Ocean’s Cleaners • Pico Cleaners • Premiere Cleaners • Presidio Cleaners • Silver Dry Cleaners • Sunny Fresh Cleaners • Talega Cleaners 2015 WINNERS: Gold: Bonded Cleaners & Laundry; Silver: K & S Cleaners

BEST GYM GOLDEN OLE

24 HOUR FITNESS 110 Avenida La Pata, 949.245.0265, o rfi e o

Having opened its doors just over two years ago, 24 Hour Fitness is more than just a gym it offers members a new lifestyle Equipped with personal trainers on staff and a state-of-the-art facility, including a pool, basketball court and steam rooms, this super-gym is the perfect destination whether it be to meet a new year’s resolution or just enjoy weekly spin classes S I LV E R O L E

ORANGETHEORY FITNESS 802 Avenida Pico, 949.485.4885, ora e eor fi e o

Orangetheory gets rid of all the confusion about what to do at the gym by offering high-energy group workouts led by an expert fitness coach NOMINEES: Anytime Fitness • asana FIT • barre3 • BeachFit CrossFit • CB CycleBarn • CrossFit San Clemente • Crunch Fitness • Curves • DSC Performance Physical Therapy and Fitness • EQ CrossFit • Fight Strong MMA • Fitness 19 • Foundation Fitness • Forged in Fitness • Gracie Barra San Clemente Martial Arts School • Guillobel Brazilian Jui-Jitsu Academy • Hanger 18 Indoor Climbing Gym • North Beach e e e • e i • Pa ifi re • P re arre • a Fitness Studio • San Clemente Gym • So Cal Boot Camp • Strong Bods • Sunset Fitness 2015 WINNERS: Gold: 24 Hour Fitness; Silver: Orangetheory Fitness

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their 14 yoga instructors, have constructed classes that range from prenatal routines to hot yoga. Whether you are looking to break a sweat or restore and relax, this studio has a class perfectly fit for your needs.

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ORANGETHEORY FITNESS 802 Avenida Pico, 949.485.4885, ora e eor fi e o

Melanie Thomas, an instructor at Orangetheory, said team effort is emphasized during her workout classes. “It’s so fun to be a part of, and I feel like everyone cares about each other,” Thomas said. “Whatever stage you are in with fitness everyone ust pushes you to get a little bit better.”

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FOUNDATION FITNESS 1001 Calle Negocio, 949.388.8664, o da io fi o

Foundation Fitness takes the approach of “adult PE” to help anyone become more physically fit in a fun and friendly environment.

NOMINEES: 24 Hour Fitness • asana FIT • Aqua Zumba (at San Clemente Aquatics Center) • barre3 • CB Cycle Barn • CrossFit San Clemente • Crunch Fitness • EQ CrossFit • Fight Strong MMA • FIT4MOM (Stroller Strides) San Clemente • Gracie Barra San Clemente Martial Arts School • Guillobel Brazilian Jui-Jitsu Academy • M Power Pilates i e • or ea e e e • e i • Pa ifi Strength • Pure Barre • pure.love.yoga. • Salt Fitness Studio • San Clemente Dance & Performing Arts Studio • SoCal Boot Camp • Zumba 2015 WINNERS: New Category

BEST YOGA STUDIO

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NOMINEES: 24 Hour Fitness • Bella Collina San Clemente • Bikram Yoga San Clemente • Casa Romantica Cultural Center and Gardens • CB Cycle Barn • Crunch Fitness • Foundation Fitness • Jessica Seabern • Mike Ward/San Clemente Senior Center • Seva Salute Yoga 2015 WINNERS: Gold: pure. love. yoga.; Silver: asana FIT

BEST PILATES STUDIO GOLDEN OLE

MPOWER PILATES & FITNESS 302 N. El Camino Real, Suite 106, 949.482.4396, po erpi a e fi e o

MPower Pilates keeps their clients on their toes with new weekly class schedules.

Whether you’re new to the Pilates scene or ust tired of the same routine over and over again, be sure to log on to their website to check out their weekly catalog and reserve your spot in one of their classes.

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FIT PILATES STUDIO

PURE. LOVE. YOGA.

1001 Avenida Pico, Suite H, 714.421.2127, fi pi a e dio o

With over 55 classes offered a week, pure. love. yoga. ensures a class for yogis at any level. Studio Director Angela Treaster and Creative Director Laura Love, along with

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Keeping in touch with the core values of yoga, asana FIT specializes in traditional flows and routines. Don’t worry if you’re new to yoga, beginners only pay $30 for 30 days.

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415 E. Avenida Pico, 949.492.5048, www.pureloveyogasc.com

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Voted the number one Pilates studio on OC’s Hotlist 2016, FIT Pilates Studio is known for their friendly and energetic staff.

NOMINEES: asana FIT • barre3 • Bella Pilates Studio • CB Cycle Barn • Pure Barre • Signature Physical Therapy 2015 WINNERS: New Category

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FIGHT STRONG MMA 152 Calle de los Molinos, 949.218.5222, fi ro o

Fight Strong MMA emphasizes fun and practice both inside and outside of the studio.

Not only will you learn optimal techniques, but you will learn optimal nutrition habits.

NOMINEES: Gracie Barra San Clemente Martial Arts School • a io a ae o do ade • Pea e Warrior ar ia r ade • Pro re i e ar ia r • a e e e e e e e• fi er • ri e ae o o • i ari Martial Arts Center 2015 WINNERS: Gold: Guillobel Brazilian i i ade i er ar ia r a e e e

BEST LOCAL NONPROFIT ORGANIZATION

Best Veterinarian

San Clemente Veterinary Hospital

BEST VETERINARIAN

BEST PET STORE GOLDEN OLE

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PETS PLUS

SAN CLEMENTE VETERINARY HOSPITAL

e ida Pi o i e 638 Camino de los Mares, Suite A-140, 949.496.8400, www.petsplusca.com

(John Agostini, Jaqueline Heller, Ryan Lefman, Chris Ramsey, Fred Brewer and Randall Fitch) 1833 S. El Camino Real, 949.492.5777, www.sc-vet.com

San Clemente Veterinary Hospital has established itself as one of the most trustworthy animal care centers in the area. The business provides a wide range of services including diagnostics and holistic pet care. They also offer nutritional advice and temporary boarding. Check their website for upcoming events.

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PACIFIC COAST VETERINARY HOSPITAL (Steve Scibelli, Sarah Gertmenian, Bridget Holden & Michelle Murray) 1242 Puerta Del Sol, 949.429.1555, pa ifi oa e eri ar o

stablished years ago acific oast eterinary ospital ma es it clear that their first priority is to take exceptional care of your pets.

NOMINEES: e ida i a o pi a • a i o e eri ar i i • i ria a d Pi o e eri ar i i • ri r ida a e a i a o pi a • a e rad e eri ar o e a • a i e ida i a o pi a • i o e i er a e a i a o pi a • Pi o e eri ar i i • Robert Stone/Talega Animal Hospital • Scott Deihl/Camino e eri ar i i • o a der a e a i a o pi a 2015 WINNERS: o d a e e e e eri ar o pi a i er Pa ifi oa e eri ar o pi a

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Family owned and operated since 1988, Pets Plus has grown to eight locations stretching from Torrance to Escondido. A friendly and knowledgeable staff is what makes both San Clemente locations perfect pet shopping destinations. From upscale cat food to toys and collars, Pets Plus is sure to carry your pet’s favorite items.

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THREE DOG BAKERY 174 Avenida Del Mar, 949.218.3364, www.threedogsc.com

Stop in on your way down to the Pier for a fancy dog treat. You can also pick up a toy or leash, or order a custom dog cake.

NOMINEES: Bow Wow Beautiful Pet Spa • Mike’s Pet Care • a e e e roo i Pe pa • ea ed Pe o 2015 WINNERS: e a e or

BEST GROOMING/ PET CARE GOLDEN OLE

SAN CLEMENTE GROOMING & PET SPA 801 Via Suerte, Suite 101, 949.391.7297, www.ocgroomer.com

Friendly staff, unbeatable prices and tons

of grooming options is what makes San Clemente Grooming the No. 1 pet groomers in Orange County. “We offer so many options, like self-washing, hands-on customer service, and we actually take the time to explain things to our customers… we’re also just the best,” pet stylist Lauren Garrick said.

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MIKE’S PET CARE

FAMILY ASSISTANCE MINISTRIES 1030 Calle Negocio, 949.492.8477, a i a i a e or

FAM Executive Director Mary Perdue says the food- and shelter-giving nonprofit is strong because the community of San Clemente is strong. “FAM is the hub in this community for people in need, but only because so many people in the community support FAM,” she said. “We’re very grateful for the 150 weekly volunteers that make this place run.”

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Registered Veterinary Technician Mike Russell helps both sick and healthy pets in the comfort of their own homes, and also offers pet sitting and other services.

NOMINEES: Avenida Animal Hospital • Bow Wow Beautiful Pet Spa • Camp Bow Wow • Critters Mobile Pet Grooming • ido e Pe er i e • i ar o i e roo i • ad Pe are • Pa Pe e or • Pe P • a o Pe i • a e e e e eri ar o pi a • ea ore Pe pa a d roo i • o a rai i • a e a i a o pi a • e Pe Pa a e • ea ed Pe o • P Pe pa • Wagadoodle Pet Salon 2015 WINNERS: Gold: San Clemente roo i Pe pa i er o Wo ea i Pe pa

BEST MARTIAL ARTS STUDIO GOLDEN OLE

GUILLOBEL BRAZILIAN JUI-JITSU ACADEMY 621 N. El Camino Real, Suite A, 949.366.2107, www.guillobelbjj.com

Brazilian Jui-Jitsu Champion Paulo Guillobel had been teaching Brazilian Jui-Jitsu for 15 years before bringing his expertise to San Clemente ten years ago. He puts emphasis on the family environment he creates for his students. “My studio goes beyond Jui-Jitsu; we all consider each other a part of the family,” Guillobel said.

PET PROJECT FOUNDATION, SAN CLEMENTE/DANA POINT ANIMAL SHELTER 221 Avenida Fabricante, 949.492.1617, www.petprojectfoundation.com

The Pet Project Foundations is a beloved local group that operates the local animal shelter and gives new hope to rescued pets.

NOMINEES: i a e ea e o api ra o a e • o & Girls Club of the South Coast Area • Be A Hero, Become A Donor • Casa Romantica Cultural Center and Gardens • COA o i rea ia e • oo e i d• • o da io or i i i r • rie d o e a e e e i rar • eri a e o a e e e o da io • i reedo e or • i P • id ro d e Wor d • a ie da ri Store/Joshua House • Laura’s House • Nick Pasquale o da io • e er Par er • r ad o a i a • Po i i e i e Warrior • Pre a e o r e e er • o e i • a a io r • a e e e ea o er a io Program • San Clemente Chamber of Commerce • San Cleme e o a ora i e • a e e e o i ar e • a Clemente Exchange Club • San Clemente Garden Club • San Clemente High School Education Foundation • San Clemente ari e a i rea • a e e e Pre eria r • a e e e o ar • a e e e Wa er ed a or e • San Onofre Parks Foundation • Shoreline Church • Splash o da io • dre e ea i ed e odi r • i ae o ie • r er ea i • rfi Heritage & Cultural Center • The Church of Jesus Christ of a er a ai • e eri a e o a e e e o da io • e a a io r • e ore i e r • We o e • We e Pre e io e er • We er rfi o ia io • Wi o a d o da io • • o i e• o ep i a 2015 WINNERS: o d a i i a e i i rie i er o ir o e o oa rea San Clemente Junior Women’s Club, Surfrider Foundation

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most iconic places to visit in San Clemente.

About 1,200 feet long, the end of the Pier is the perfect spot to see the sunset fish off the bow or see young lifeguards in training jump off the side. San Clemente Marine Safety watches from the crow’s nest to ensure beachgoers’ safety.

Endless Summer Surf Camp

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THE FISHERMAN’S RESTAURANT & BAR 611 Avenida Victoria, 949.498.6390, efi er a re a ra o

Located at the base of the Pier, the Fisherman’s is in a perfect spot for people who want to have dinner or a drink with the sunset.

BEST SURF SCHOOL GOLDEN OLE

ENDLESS SUMMER SURF CAMP 949.498.7862, www.endlesssummersurfcamp.com

Jason Senn said his Endless Summer Surf Camp has become a global enterprise since it started a quarter century ago. “I think a big factor for people voting for us is that we have been running these surf camps for 25 years,” Senn said. “We are now teaching children whose parents attended our surf camps 20 years ago.”

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JP’S SURF CAMP 647 Camino De Los Mares, 949.547.2088, www.jpssurfcamp.com

JP’s Surf Camp offers group and private instruction for just about any age. The camp was founded in 2001.

NOMINEES: Aloha Beach Camp • Cola’s Surf Camp • Crook’s Surf Essentials • Lucid Surf • San Clemente Surf School • Surfers Healing 2015 WINNERS: New Category

BEST CAMP FOR KIDS GOLDEN OLE

NINJA SUMMER CAMP: GUILLOBEL BRAZILIAN JUI-JITSU ACADEMY 621 N. El Camino Real, Suite A, 949.366.2107, www.guillobelbjj.com

wee -long camp filled with activities both inside and outside the studio, Coach Paulo Guillobel puts an emphasis on team-building exercises. “We try and teach life lessons 46

along with leadership skills through the activities we put on,” Guillobel said. Some of those activities include going to a trampoline park, playing laser tag and martial arts.

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ENDLESS SUMMER SURF CAMP 949.498.7862, www.endlesssummersurfcamp.com

Located in San nofre State ar this fiveday overnight camp teaches kids and adults the basics of surfing complete with a surf competition and awesome prizes.

NOMINEES: Active Adventures Camp • Aloha Beach Camp • The Arts Project of Orange County • Bella Collina San Clemente • Boys & Girls Club of the South Coast Area • Casa Romantic Cultural Center and Gardens • Fight Strong MMA • Go Play Camp • Mathnasium • JP’s Surf Camp • Junior i e ard • o • Pa ifi oa r • a e e e Beach Conservation Program • San Clemente Dance & Performing Arts Center • Sandy’s Art Studio for Children and Teens • South Coast Conservatory • Steve Hendricks Baseball Instruction • Strands Knitting Studio • Summer Soul Surf Camp • Surfers Healing • TLC Summer Camp • USSD Martial Arts • YMCA of Orange County 2015 WINNERS: New Category

NOMINEES: 204’s Beach • Active Cultures, Natural Foods Café and Yogurt • Avenida Del Mar • Banzai Bowls • Bear Coast Coffee • Bella Collina San Clemente • Big Helyn’s Saloon • Biggie’s Burgers & More • Billy’s Meat, Seafood a d e i • o ie i are • a e i o a • a afia a e Beach • Casa Romantica Cultural Center and Gardens • Cassano’s • Ellie’s Table at North Beach • ERBA • Guicho’s Eatery • H.H. Cotton’s American Bar & Grill • Hapa J’s • Iva Lee’s Restaurant and Lounge • La Gallete Creperie • La Siesta Mexican Restaurant • Lower Trestles • Missy’s on Del Mar • Molly Bloom’s Irish Bar & Restaurant • Mongkut Thai Restaurant • MRK Public • Nick’s San Clemente • Nomads Canteen • North Beach • OC Tavern • Ole’s Tavern • Old Man’s Beach • Outlets at San Clemente • Outrigger • Park Semper Fi • Pedro’s Tacos • Pier Bowl • Pierside Kitchen + Bar • Pizza Port • Red Fox Lounge • Riviera Beach • San Clemente Beach Trail • San Clemente Farmers’ Market • San Clemente Ocean Festival • San Onofre State Beach • Sonny’s Pizza and Pasta • South of Nick’s Mexican Kitchen ar • dried o a o eri a i ro • rfi eri a e & Cultural Center • T Street • Talega Day Spa • The Cellar • The Shwack Cantina • Trestles • Tuvalu Home • Vine Restaurant & Bar • Zebra House Coffee 2015 WINNERS: Gold: The Fisherman’s Restaurant & Bar; Silver: San Clemente Pier

BEST VENUE FOR LIVE MUSIC GOLDEN OLE

IVA LEE’S RESTAURANT AND LOUNGE 555 N. El Camino Real, 949.361.2855, www.ivalees.com

Whether it’s the Cajun spark of zydeco or a night of easy jazz, guests can enjoy a warm bowl of étouffée or gumbo along with live music. Iva Lee’s intimate setting with a low red glow gives San Clemente a taste of New Orleans. Check out their website for music listings, Wednesday through Saturday.

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THE CELLAR 156 Avenida Del Mar, 949.492.3663, www.thecellarsite.com

A glass of wine or craft beer goes well with the variety of music The Cellar offers. Check their website for current billings.

NOMINEES: Barnoa Wine Bar • BeachFire Restaurant • Bella Collina San Clemente • Casa Romantica Cultural Center and Gardens • Casino San Clemente • Duke’s San Clemente • Goody’s Tavern • H.H. Cotton’s American Bar & Grill • Knuckleheads Sports Bar & Grill • Molly Bloom’s Irish Bar & Restaurant • Nomads Canteen • OC Tavern • Pierside Kitchen + Bar • Power Plant Records • San Clemente Beach Concerts • Zebra House Coffee 2015 WINNERS: Gold: Iva Lee’s Restaurant and Lounge; Silver: The Cellar

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Best Billiards

BEST BILLIARDS

Mulligans Sports Bar

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MULLIGANS SPORTS BAR 1401 Calle Valle, 949.492.4400, www.mulligansbarsanclemente.com

Five regulation-sized pool tables are located in the lower level of Mulligans. This roomy bar offers a lot of fun during the big game, after hours or during a weekend staycation.

Grab one of their 13 beers on tap while shooting pool.

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OLE’S TAVERN 127 S. El Camino Real, 949.498.9400, www.olestavern.com

The cozy environment at Ole’s Tavern makes for a great way to meet new and interesting people over a game of pool.

NOMINEES: Big Helyn’s Saloon • Duke’s San Clemente • Goody’s Tavern • Knuckleheads Sports Bar & Grill • OC Tavern • Outrigger 2015 WINNERS: Gold: Ole’s Tavern; Silver: Mulligan’s Sports Bar

BEST BEACH GOLDEN OLE

T STREET W. Paseo De Cristobal/Esplanade

Just south of San Clemente Pier, T Street is a local favorite for its diversity and accessibility. Some of the best surf breaks are found about 100 yards from the coastline,

and the beach is also big enough to accommodate families, body boarders and events.

Surf tournaments are held occasionally at T Street.

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RIVIERA BEACH San Clemente Beach Trail, South of San Clemente Pier

A long stretch of sand with large bluffs in the background make Riviera a quiet destination for beachgoers.

NOMINEES: ea • a afia a e e e ae Beach • Cotton’s Point • Lasuens/Lost Winds • Linda Lane • Lower Trestles • North Beach • Old Man’s/San Onofre State Beach • Poche Beach • San Clemente Main Beach/Pier • San Clemente State Beach • San Onofre State Beach • The Hole • Trail 1/San Onofre State Beach • Trail 3/San Onofre State Beach • Trail 6/San Onofre State Beach • Upper Trestles 2015 WINNERS: Gold: T Street; Silver: Riviera Beach

Best Beach T Street

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TRESTLES/ LOWER TRESTLES San Onofre State Beach, Old Highway 101, 949.492.4872, www.parks.ca.gov

What makes Trestles great, particularly Lowers, is how consistent it is. On any given day, it’s pretty much guaranteed to be corduroy (providing continuous waves). Home of the Hurley Pro and various competitions for every level of surfer, Trestles is what puts San lemente on the map for surfing e advised, Lowers is for experienced surfers,

but a peaceful day at the beach can be had just admiring the area’s beach cathedral.

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T STREET W. Paseo De Cristobal/Esplanade

T Street offers a variety of things to do for everyone and provides one of the best breaks in the area for moderate and beginning surfers.

NOMINEES: • a afia a e e e a e ea • Church Beach • Clock Tower • Cotton’s Point • Lasuens/ Lost Winds • Middle Trestles • North Beach • Old Man’s/San Onofre State Beach • Poche Beach • Riviera Beach • San Clemente Main Beach/Pier • San Onofre State Beach • Trail 6/San Onofre State Beach • Upper Trestles 2015 WINNERS: Gold: Lower Trestles; Silver: T Street

BEST GOLF COURSE GOLDEN OLE

SAN CLEMENTE MUNICIPAL GOLF COURSE 150 E. Avenida Magdalena, 949.361.8384, www.sanclementegc.com

The municipal course is a surprisingly undulated course and is set up to give beginners and experts a fair chance. Some of the best views in San Clemente are along the course, and the greens are consistently immaculate.

The course hosts many charity events and tournaments throughout the year.

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TALEGA GOLF CLUB 990 Avenida Talega, 949.369.6226, www.talegagolfclub.com

Talega Golf Club is what Southern California golf is all about. Large inviting greens and sprawling views along the course make the walk more than worthwhile.

NOMINEES: Bella Collina San Clemente • Shorecliffs Golf Club 2015 WINNERS: Gold: San Clemente Municipal Golf Course; Silver: Talega Golf Club

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BEST LODGING GOLDEN OLE

NOMADS HOTEL 101 Avenida Serra, 949.492.6000, www.stayatnomads.com

Sean Rowland and business partners Jeff and Renee Gourley created Nomads when they wanted to recreate lodging similar to what they had experienced during their travels. Rowland said he wanted to be able to get the “feeling you get when you combine the power of the ocean with music, art, food and great people.” Nomads Hotel employees personally escort guests to the best surf spots around.

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BEACHCOMBER INN 533 Avenida Victoria, 949.492.5457, www.thebeachcomberinn.com

A classic way to spend a vacation awaits at Beachcomber. During Fourth of July, it has some of the best views for firewor s

Best Lodging

Nomads Hotel

Best Park

NOMINEES: Always Inn • Best Western Plus Casablanca Inn • Casa Tropicana Inn • Hampton Inn & Suites Hotel • Holiday Inn Express • Holiday Inn San Clemente • Hotel Miramar • San Clemente Cove • San Clemente Inn • San Onofre State Beach Campground • Sea Horse Resort • The Patriots’ Boutique Motel 2015 WINNERS: Gold: San Clemente Inn; Silver: Beachcomber Inn

Extravaganza • South County Community Handbell Choir • Stoke-O-Rama Surf Contest • Taste of San Clemente • Toast to the Casa • Tree Lighting • Village Art Faire 2015 WINNERS: Gold: San Clemente Ocean Festival; Silver: Fiesta Street Festival

Linda Lane Park

BEST SPECIAL EVENT/WEDDING VENUE

BEST PARK GOLDEN OLE

LINDA LANE PARK

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400 Linda Lane, 949.361.8264, www.san-clemente.org

CASA ROMANTICA CULTURAL CENTER AND GARDENS

With scenic views near beach access, Linda Lane ar has a little bit of everything There is a children’s play area, picnic tables, grassy areas and dogs are allowed as long as they’re on a leash. A full afternoon can be spent hanging out at Linda Lane, which also has easy access to the Beach Trail.

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VISTA HERMOSA SPORTS PARK 987 Avenida Vista Hermosa, 949.429.8797, www.san-clemente.org

Athletes unite at Vista Hermosa Sports ar which is also home of the San Clemente Aquatic Center and Courtney’s SandCastle playground.

NOMINEES: o i a a o Par • a afia a e Par • o r ney’s SandCastle Universal Access Playground • Forster Ranch Community Park/Pirate Park • Leslie Park • Liberty Park • Marblehead Park • Mira Costa Park • Park Semper Fi • Parque Del Mar • Pines Park • Ralphs Skate Park • Rancho San Clemente Park • Richard T. Steed Memorial Park • San Clemente Dog Park • San Gorgonio Park • San Luis Rey Park • San Onofre State Park • Talega Park • Tierra Grande/Red Barn Park • Verde Park 2015 WINNERS: Gold: Linda Lane Park; Silver: Vista Hermosa Sports Park

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415 Avenida Granada, 949.498.2139, www.casaromantica.org

BEST LOCAL ANNUAL EVENT GOLDEN OLE

SAN CLEMENTE OCEAN FESTIVAL www.oceanfestival.org

Ocean Festival began as a humble gathering of lifeguards competing against each other for bragging rights in swimming, moc life-saving situations and more orty years later, the annual event has become the largest attended in San Clemente and has added enough events to fill the whole wee end he event’s slogan is he reatest Show on Surf.”

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FIESTA STREET FESTIVAL www.scchamber.com

Music, salsa and family events teeming on venida el ar ma e the iesta Street Festival a yearly tradition.

NOMINEES: Annual Arts & Craft Fair/San Clemente Art Association • Annual Dinner & Auction/Boys & Girls Clubs of the South Coast Area • Barks & Brews • Big Event/San Clemente Junior Woman’s Club • Blame it on the Music • Carnival Colossal • Christmas at the Casa • Clam Chowder Cook-off/San Clemente Seafest • Concerts at the Pier • Earth Day • GardenFest • Holly Jolly Hoopla • Homecoming Parade • Hunger Walk/Family Assistance Ministries • July 4th Fireworks Show/San Clemente Pier • Local Art Faire/ pure.love.yoga. • Mayor’s Prayer Breakfast • North Beach Art Wa • fi e air a e • Pai a e e e • Po e ia Festival • Puttin’ on the Glitz/Downtown Business Association • Relay for Life • Salsa Challenge/Fiesta Street Festival • San Clemente Beach Concerts at the Pier • San Clemente Car Show • San Clemente Farmers’ Market • San Clemente Micro-Brew Festival • San Clemente Oktoberfest • San Clemente Seafest • Santa’s Village by the Sea • Shopping

“Casa Romantica is honored to be the venue of choice for people celebrating special events in their life,” said Casa Executive Director ereni a Schmit e strive to be a place that’s inspiring for people, that’s a welcoming place.” Between the perfectly restored architecture breathta ing views and stunning gardens, the Casa is all that and more.

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CASINO SAN CLEMENTE 140 Avenida Pico, 949.369.6600, www.thecasinosanclemente.com

Casino San Clemente is a multi-room historic building that offers indoor and outdoor space for any number of events.

NOMINEES: Bella Collina San Clemente • Max Berg Park • Ole Hanson Beach Club • San Clemente Historic Cottage/ California State Parks • Talega Golf Club • Wedgewood Wedding & Banquet Center/San Clemente Municipal Golf Course 2015 WINNERS: Gold: Casa Romantica Cultural Center and Gardens; Silver: Casino San Clemente

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