Thank You Shoreview Press readers for honoring me as BEST REALTOR 2021!
Your trust, loyalty and support has helped ensure my business has been successful for the past 35 years. I am privileged to serve our great community that has so much to offer. I love what I do, and It is my mission to ensure my customers feel their needs are my #1 priority.
Whether it is lakeshore, acreage, executive, new construction, townhomes, condos or single family homes. The Vanneste team is here to use our market knowledge, technology skills, and expertise in successfully negotiating 1000s of home sales to assist you in any real estate need. We are here to help! With us, you are a client for life!
Serving the communities of Shoreview, North Oaks, Vadnais Heights, Arden Hills and across the metro since 1986.
DONNA VANNESTE
At the core of every great company stands a hard-working staff. So as the leading HVAC and plumbing team in Minnesota, it’s no surprise that Krinkie’s Heating, Air Conditioning and Plumbing is no different. In fact, we can confidently say that there’s no team of plumbers and HVAC contractors in St. Paul, MN, that is more passionate, committed and experienced than ours. From the quality of our craftsmanship to the dedication of our team, homeowners who put their trust in our team are choosing long-lasting home comfort solutions—and endless peace of mind.
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Readers’ Choice Best of the Press was a first for us last year. The community’s engagement was once again amazing in 2021 with overall votes up by 49%. When we put the word out for our readers to nominate their favorites for eating and drinking, health and fitness, arts and entertainment, sports and recreation, shopping and other local services you the reader responded. When we finalized the list, we asked for your votes on the Best of the Press, and tens of thousands of you weighed in.
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A huge congratulations and thank you to all who participated in the Best of the Press, from the readers who took the time to submit nominations and later cast their votes for their favorites, to the local businesses who were nominated and the finalists. We look forward to highlighting and recognizing you in the coming weeks.
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DAN REICHERT, STATE FARM
3845 Lexington Ave N #105, Arden Hills
651-765-1362 • danreichert.com
Dan Reichert’s insurance agency provides local services to fit your insurance needs. Dan and his team take pride in making recommendations to accommodate your specific situation, while working within your budget. We offer competitive rates in Auto, Home, Renters & Life insurance. It’s an honor being voted the #1 insurance agency in Shoreview/Arden Hills two years in a row!
FINALISTS:
Matt Cisneros, Reason’s Insurance | Ryan Hangartner, State Farm
BANKCHEROKEE
999 Village Center Drive, North Oaks
651-227-7071 • bankcherokee.com
BankCherokee continues its long tradition as an independent, family-owned bank. This ensures that BankCherokee is able to respond to the unique needs of the communities it serves with a high level of service and personal attention. At BankCherokee, we succeed by helping our customers succeed. We are proud to be values driven, relationship focused, family oriented, and community engaged.
FINALISTS:
Affinity Plus Federal Credit Union | Wells Fargo
DONNA VANNESTE, COLDWELL BANKER
3900 NORTHWOODS DR, SUITE 100, ARDEN HILLS
651-200-7788 • DONNAVANNESTE.COM
Whether it is lakeshore, acreage, executive, new construction, townhomes, condos or single family homes. The Vanneste team is here to use our market knowledge, technology skills, and expertise in successfully negotiating 1000s of home sales to assist you in any real estate need. We are here to help! With us, you are a client for life!
FINALISTS:
Krista Wolter | Bethany Kostolnik - Edina Realty
KRINKIE’S HEATING, AIR CONDITIONING AND PLUMBING
87 County Rd B E, St Paul
651-488-5555 • krinkies.com
When it comes to choosing trustworthy HVAC contractors in St. Paul, the choice is clear: Krinkie’s Heating, Air and Plumbing. From delivering dependable heating and cooling solutions to making our customers’ comfort our top priority, you can count on our certified technicians to work tirelessly to help you achieve the comfortable home you crave and the peace of mind you deserve.
FINALISTS:
Aquarius Home Services | Snelling Heating & Cooling
ADDITIONAL WINNERS & FINALISTS
KEY: WINNER | Finalist
EATING
&
DRINKING
BEST APPETIZER
OLIVER’S
Green Mill Restaurant & Bar
Panino’s
BEST APPETIZER SELECTION
OLIVER’S
Green Mill Restaurant & Bar Shore 96
BEST BAR
THE TAVERN GRILL
Oliver’s
Grumpy’s Bar & Grill
Porterhouse Shore 96
BEST BBQ RIBS
OLD SOUTHERN BBQ
Blue Collar BBQ
Applebee’s Bar & Grill
BEST BEER SELECTION
OLIVER’S
Flahertys Arden Bowl
High Pines Brewing Company
BEST BLOODY MARY
THE TAVERN GRILL
Blacksmith Lounge & Broaster
Green Mill, Shoreview
VFW White Bear Lake
Washington Square
BEST CHEESE CURDS
CULVER’S
Roseville VFW
Shore 96
BEST FAJITAS
DON JULIO
LA CASITA MEXICAN RESTAURANT
El Sombrero Mexican
BEST FAST FOOD
CULVER’S
Jersey Mikes - North Oaks
Raising Canes
BEST CUP OF COFFEE
THE WINKIN’ ROOSTER
Taste of Scandinavia Bakery & Cafe
Starbucks on Lexington
BEST FRENCH FRIES
THE TAVERN GRILL
McDonalds - Arden Hills
Flahertys Arden Bowl
BEST HAMBURGER
THE TAVERN GRILL
Red Robin Shore 96
BEST HAPPY HOUR SHORE 96
Flahertys Arden Bowl
VFW Roseville
BEST ICE CREAM CONE
BIG DIPPER CREAMERY POP
Culture Frozen Yogurt, Ice
Cream & Popcorn
Pacabelly’s Treat Shop
BEST LUNCH
THE WINKIN’ ROOSTER
Fresh Picked PIZZA
Taste of Scandia Bakery & Cafe
BEST TACOS
EL LORO
Red Luna
Oliver’s
BEST WALLEYE DINNER
TRIA RESTAURANT BAR & EVENT CENTER
Rudy’s Redeye Grill
The Grumpy Minnow
BEST WINE SELECTION
JIM’S LIQUOR WINE & SPIRITS
Haskell’s White Bear Lake
Trader Joes
BEST SALAD
THE WINKIN’ ROOSTER
Taste of Scandinavia Bakery & Cafe
Shore 96
BEST PIZZA
FRESH PICKED PIZZA
Flahertys Arden Bowl
Green Mill
Pizza T
BEST OUTDOOR DINING
THE WINKIN ROOSTER
The Tavern Grill
Tria Restaurant Bar & Event Center
BEST SOUP
THE WINKIN’ ROOSTER
Panera - Roseville
Eat! @ Banning and 5th
Shore 96
BEST STEAK DINNER
LINDEY’S STEAK HOUSE
Porter House
Texas Roadhouse
BEST SUB/SANDWICH
THE WINKIN’ ROOSTER
Potbelly Sandwich Shop
Panera - Roseville
BEST CHICKEN
BLACKSMITH LOUNGE
The Tavern Grill
Old Southern BBQ
HEALTH & FITNESS
BEST ASSISTED LIVING/ SENIOR CARE FACILITY
SCANDIA SHORES
Saint Therese at St. Odilia
Shoreview Senior Living
BEST CHIROPRACTIC
CARE
MILLSOP CHIROPRACTIC
HealthSource Chiropractic
Olive Me Chiropractic
BEST CLINIC
LAKEVIEW FAMILY
DENTISTRY HUGO, DR. DREW
CARRELL
MILLSOP CHIROPRACTIC
Entira Family Clinics
BEST DENTIST
VIBRANT DENTAL- MIKE ENZ
Northview Dental
Natural Smiles
BEST DOCTOR
DR. JOSEPH CASSENS
Dr. Xaio Feng
Dr Jamie Rheinschmidt
Dr. Anderson Christian P MD
BEST EYE DOCTOR
VILLAGE EYE CARE
Birch Lake Eye Clinic
North Suburban Eye
BEST GYM IN MOTION FITNESS
Balance For Life Fitness Center
Shoreview YMCA
BEST HEALTHCARE FACILITY
ENTIRA FAMILY CLINIC
ALLINA HEALTH CLINIC HealthPartners Urgent Care
BEST PHARMACIST
CUB FOODS PHARMACY
CVS Pharmacy
Fairview Pharmacy
SHOPPING
BEST AUTO DEALER
ROSEDALE CHEVROLET
Maplewood Toyota Buerkle Hyundai
BEST BUTCHER VON HANSON’S MEATS
Angus Meats
Kowalski’s
BEST CLOTHING STORE MAINSTREAM BOUTIQUE
Maurice’s Kohl’s
IN MOTION FITNESS
3764 Dunlap St N, Arden Hills 651-600-2984 • inmotionfitnessmn.com
Our fitness classes are designed around YOUR current fitness level, not ours. We combine the perfect amount of strength & conditioning for a calorie-burning, muscle-building 45-minute total body workout without the fuss of planning what you’re going to do. All of this is in a fun, energetic, supportive community. We’ve taken safety precautions with extra cleaning, ion air cleaning, and personal workout spaces.
FULL-SERVICE MORTGAGE PROFESSIONAL SINCE 1993 AND DEDICATED TO MEETING THE DIVERSE NEEDS OF CLIENTS EVER SINCE.
BALANCE FOR LIFE FITNESS CENTER
3555 Lexington Ave N, Arden Hills
651-415-9500• balanceforlifefitness.com
BFL is a locally owned small business est. in 2000. Our Massage Therapists all have many years of experience, and each massage is customized to each client. We have a high level of focus on safety see our website for protocols. New clients get $15 off their first massage. No memberships, just pay for one at a time or a package. Call 651-415-9500 to schedule a massage or book on our custom app.
FINALISTS:
Range Of Motion | Jackson Chiropractic Clinic
ADDITIONAL WINNERS & FINALISTS
BEST FLOORING/ CARPET STORE
CAP CARPETING & FLOORING
Centennial Flooring
Suburban Floor Covering/Abbey Carpet
BEST FLORIST
LEXINGTON FLORAL & BOUTIQUE
Hummingbird Floral
BEST GREENHOUSE/ NURSERY
WALDOCH FARM GARDEN CENTER
Arden Hills Nursery Pletschers’ Greenhouse
BEST LIQUOR STORE HASKELL’S
Jim’s Liqour Wines & Spirits Kowalski’s Markets
Winestreet Spirits
SPORTS & RECREATION
BEST BIKE TRAIL
RICE CREEK REGIONAL TRAIL
Highway 96 Regional Trail
Long Lake
BEST DANCE STUDIO
NORTHEAST DANCE CENTER
Lake Area Dance Center Lorenz Dance & Tumbling Studio
BEST FISHING HOLE
LAKE OWASSO
WHITE BEAR LAKE Lake McCarron Park
BEST LOCAL PARK
SNAIL LAKE REGIONAL PARK
Island Lake County Park Rice Creek Regional Trail
BEST MARTIAL ARTS STUDIO
LEE’S CHAMPION
TAEKWONDO ACADEMY
Martial Arts Academy of Tang Soo Do
Prodigy Martial Arts
LOCAL
BEST BOOK IN THE LIBRARY
HARRY POTTER NOVELS
Where The Grass Is Green & The Girls Are Pretty Canoeing with the Cree, Eric Sevareid
BEST CURBSIDE PICKUP
THE WINKIN’ ROOSTER Panino’s North Oaks
Green Mill Restaurant
Namaste India Grill & Brewhouse
BEST PLACE TO WORK, LARGE (>50 EMPLOYEES)
MOUNDS VIEW PUBLIC
SCHOOL DISTRICT
City Of Shoreview
All In One Accounting
BEST PLACE TO WORK, SMALL (<50 EMPLOYEES)
LEXINGTON FLORAL
North Star Mini Storage
Balance for Life Fitness Center
Kowalski’s Market
BEST SCENIC SPOT
SNAIL LAKE REGIONAL PARK
Vadnais Lake Shoreview Commons Park
BEST SCHOOL ISLAND LAKE ELEMENTARY
Snail Lake Kindergarten Center
Chippewa Middle School
Emmet Williams Elementary School
BEST SWIMMING BEACH LAKE JOHANNA
Long Lake Lake Owasso
Turtle Lake
BEST STAINED GLASS CHURCH OF SAINT CHARLES
Down Home Stained Glass
Stillwater Glass
SERVICES
BEST ACCOUNTANT ALL IN ONE ACCOUNTING H&R Block Mair & Associates PLLP
BEST BANK/FINANCIAL INSTITUTION
BANKCHEROKEE
Affinity Plus Federal Credit Union
Wells Fargo
BEST BIKE SHOP NOW BIKES
Bicycle Chain On Time Bike Shop
BEST CAR WASH BRAUSEN FAMILY AUTOMOTIVE REPAIR
Mister Car Wash Schoonover Bodyworks & Glass
ADDITIONAL WINNERS & FINALISTS
BEST MORTGAGE COMPANY
LAKE AREA MORTGAGE
Nick Fairbanks, Guaranteed Rate Affinity
ARTS
&
ENTERTAINMENT
Childrens Way Preschool YMCA
Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church
St. Odilia Church
You Dirty Dog
Minnesota Veterinary Hospital
Roseville Memorial Chapel
Mueller Memorial Funeral Home & Cremation - White Bear Lake
BEST HAIR STYLIST OR SALON HAIR EXPRESSIONS
Hair on Earth
Sunbear Salon & Medical Spa
BEST
MICHELS HOMES
St. Croix Kitchen & Bath
Mr. Handyman of New Brighton
U.S. Bank Mortgage
BEST REALTOR
DONNA VANNESTE
Krista Wolter
Bethany Kostolnik - Edina Realty
BEST PAINT STORE
FRATTALLONE’S ACE HARDWARE
Sherwin-Williams
Surburban Ace Hardware
BEST RETIREMENT FACILITY/ INDEPENDENT LIVING
SCANDIA SHORES
Waverly Gardens
Applewood Pointe - New Brighton
BEST VETERINARIAN MINNESOTA
VETERINARY
HOSPITAL
Carver Lake Veterinary
BEST BOWLING ALLEY
FLAHERTYS ARDEN BOWL
Mermaid Entertainment
Splitrock Bowling
BEST OUTDOOR EVENT
SLICE OF SHOREVIEW
Farmers Market
Shoreview Walking Trails
BEST CELEBRATION/ FESTIVAL
SLICE OF SHOREVIEW
Canadian Days, Little Canada
Concert in the Commons
FOOD STORE
FRESH & NATURAL FOODS
1075 County Hwy 96, Shoreview 651-203-3663 • freshandnaturalfoods.com
Locally-owned, full-service grocery store providing the highest quality and locally produced goods. We do the research for you, hand picking products using the strictest standards in the Twin Cities. Our experienced staff is always available to answer questions and provide assistance that you won’t find online or at any other store around. Life is better with foods that support good health and clean bodies inside and out. Stop in soon, you won’t be disappointed!
FINALISTS:
Kowalski’s Market | Cub Foods
Quality - ASE Master Certified Technicians. Work done right the first time on time. SHOREVIEW
Honesty - do only work necessary.
Same day service on most vehicles. Free shuttle service in the local area.
Warranty - 3 year or 36,000 miles on parts and labor.
Auto Repair Services
Our ASE Certified Technicians are able to perform service on all vehicle makes and models. With ever changing technology, we keep our equipment, and training up to required standards to service your needs. Having the ability to handle anything from oil changes to engine replacement you can be sure to count on us!
THE CHICKADEE BOUTIQUE
207 St Marie Street - Shoreview 651-303-4667 • chickadeeboutique.com
The Chickadee Boutique was started in 1979 and is currently a ‘seasonal gift shop’ now open and closing on Nov. 7 Thursdays 9-8, Fri. & Sat. 9-5 & Oct. 3 & Nov. 7 - 10-5. Unique to the north suburbs, the Chickadee Boutique has maintained its dedication to artists who design and handcraft original works such as pottery, jewelry, floral arrangements, fabric, clothing & accessories, stained glass and furniture. From quirky to quaint, traditional to contemporary, primitive to global, the Chickadee Boutique offers something special for everyone. Garden art and architecture have proven popular at the Chickadee Boutique, and these items are displayed in a natural setting. A variety of metal, stained glass and wood items are a beautiful addition to outdoor living. Visit us to see seasonal creations for Halloween, Thanksgiving and Christmas and winter.
Lorenz Dance & Tumbling Studio has helped to create and build the most Talented Students and All Around Athletes throughout several Districts. Many of our students have excelled with a variety of skills accomplished while increasing their fitness! All of our students train minimum class time commitment (45 min to 2 hours per week) including our Non-Competing Classes and our Competing Performance Teams. *Become a Better All-Around Athlete, Dancer, Tumbler, Performer/Entertainer with Quality Instruction & Professional Experience!
FAMILY AUTOMOTIVE REPAIR 1310 County Rd E, Arden Hills
651-633-4100 • brausenauto.com
At Brausen Family Repair we strive to make sure all our employees understand that customers are by far the top priority. We feel that after 50 years and three generations this simple yet important concept is pivotal to our continued success. We understand the costs, stress, frustration, and anxiety behind vehicle maintenance and repair, therefore my employees know to be compassionate, communicate, and be understanding towards our customers different wants or needs. All our technicians are ASE certified and attend continued education courses to ensure they are as knowledgeable and successful as possible. That way our customers will be as well. Come visit our new improved service facility & Holiday Station Store.
Exxon | Schoonover Bodyworks & Glass
Trader Joe’s | Festival - Circle Pines | Fresh & Natural Foods
