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July 28, 2013
ABOUT THIS SECTION
The Readers Choice Best Of 2012 is an unscientic sampling based on the
subjective responses of the readers of The State. The results of their voting
appear in this special section. The information contained in the listings was
obtained from the winners and other sources. Every efort was made to keep
listings as complete as possible and to print information as it was provided.
However, some entries have been edited for space and content.
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ENTERTAINMENT
BEST ART GALLERY
Columbia Museum of Art
Claim to Fame:
Engage your mind and enrich your spirit at
the Columbia Museum of Art. Located at
the heart of downtown Columbia, the CMA
ranks among the leading art Institutions in
the Country. Find Innovative exhibitions
and creative educational programs, plus
breathtaking art from around the world.
Check it out for yourself:
1515 Main St., Columbia, SC 29205
803.799.2810
On the Web:
www.columbiamuseum.org
Years in business: 63 years
WOW!: Works by Botticelli, Monet and
Chihuly all under one Roof.
BEST CHILDRENS
ENTERTAINMENT
EdVenture Childrens Museum
Claim to Fame:
EdVenture is home to EDDIE , the worlds
largest child.
Check it out for yourself:
211 Gervais Street, Columbia, SC 29201,
803.779.3100
On the Web:
www.edventure.org
Years in business: 10 years
WOW!: The Souths Largest Childrens
Museum
BEST GOLF COURSE
Golden Hills Golf &
Country Club
Claim to Fame:
Golden Hills offers the perfect setting for
anyone seeking golf and country club ame-
nities. With exceptional year around play-
ing conditions, our 18 hole championship
course remains playable for golfers of all
levels of play. In addition to great golf, you
can enjoy tennis, swim, clubhouse and ban-
quet facilities.
Check it out for yourself:
100 Scotland Drive, Lexington, SC, 29072
803.957.3355
On the Web:
www.goldenhillsgolf.com
Years in business: 25 years
WOW!: As good as the best and better
than the rest ~ for 25 years and counting.
The staff at Golden Hills works hard to
uphold the standard our customers expect
and merit the Best Golf Course vote for
years to come.
BEST LIVE MUSIC
Tin Roof - A Live Music Joint
Claim to Fame:
The world famous Tin Roof. Live music,
great food and good times.
Check it out for yourself:
1022 Senate St. Columbia, SC 29201
On the Web:
www.tinroofbars.com
Years in business: 2 years
WOW!: Making life a blur since 8/11.
BEST MUSEUM
South Carolina State Museum
Claim to Fame:
On Oct. 29, 1988, the SC State Museum
opened its doors, bringing to the citizens
of the Palmetto State the newest, and one
of the finest, state museums in America.
Since that day it has awed, delighted and
enlightened millions of visitors. The State
Museum has more than 70,000 artifacts in
its collection, and it is still a very young
Institution. The State Museum was voted
one of the three top museums by
Southeastern readers of Southern Living
magazine, along with the High Museum in
Atlanta and the Smithsonian Institute.
Check it out for yourself:
301 Gervais St
Columbia, SC 29201
On the Web:
www.scmuseum.org
Years in business: 1988 - Present
WOW!: Opening window to New worlds in
Spring 2014! Observatory, Planetarium and
4D Theater!.
BEST PLACE FOR
CHILDRENS BIRTHDAY
EdVenture Childrens Museum
Claim to Fame:
EdVenture is home to EDDIE , the worlds
largest child.
Check it out for yourself:
211 Gervais Street, Columbia, SC 29201,
803.779.3100
On the Web:
www.edventure.org
Years in business: 10 years
WOW!: The Souths Largest Childrens
Museum
BEST STAGE THEATER
Trustus Theatre
Claim to Fame:
The Trustus Experience is unmatched!
Patrons love the free popcorn, the beer and
wine bar where you can take your drinks to
your seats (the most comfortable in town),
and the best of original and modern plays.
Once you walk through the doors its guar-
anteed that youll be a Trustus fan.
Check it out for yourself:
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On the Web:
www.trustus.org
Years in business: 29 years
WOW!: Great scripts, great performers,
great productions, and an overall GREAT
EXPERIENCE!
FOOD & DRINK
BEST BANG-FOR
THE-BUCK
Shealys Bar-B-Que
Claim to Fame:
Famous BBQ pork, fried chicken, and
home cooked vegetables. The place where
people Meet to eat and eat to meet
Check it out for yourself:
340 East Columbia Avenue
Leesville, SC 29070
803.532.8135
On the Web:
www.shealysbbq.com
Years in business: 44 years
WOW!: South Carolinas Original BBQ
Buffet style restaurant
BEST BAR
Tin Roof - A Live Music Joint
Claim to Fame:
The world famous Tin Roof. Live music,
great food and good times.
Check it out for yourself:
1022 Senate St. Columbia, SC 29201
On the Web:
www.tinroofbars.com
Years in business: 2 years
WOW!: Making life a blur since 8/11.
BEST BARBECUE
Hudsons Smokehouse
Claim to Fame:
Pig in or Pig out at one of our two loca-
tions! Our catering services offer the best
of both worlds with down home traditional
southern favorites to uptown chef Inspired
culinary cuisine. We cater, we deliver, or
you pick up.
Check it out for yourself:
4952 Sunset Blvd. Lexington, SC 29072
931 Two Notch Rd. Lexington, SC 29073
803.356.1070
On the Web:
www.hudsonssmokehouse.com or hudson-
sclassiccatering.com
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WOW!: Taste the South In Your Mouth!
BEST BEER LIST
Flying Saucer
Check it out for yourself:
931 Senate St
Columbia,SC29201
(803) 933-9997
On the Web:
www.beerknurd.com
BEST BISCUIT
The Original Biscuit House
Claim to Fame:
Best biscuits
Check it out for yourself:
9001 Garners Ferry Road,
Hopkins, SC 29061
10401 Broad River Road,
Irmo, SC 29063
WOW!: Made from scratch daily, fresh &
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BEST BRUNCH
Di Pratos DELICATESSEN
Claim to Fame:
Di Pratos Pimento cheese and Sat/Sun
brunch
Check it out for yourself:
342 Pickens Street, Columbia, SC 29205
On the Web:
dipratos.com
Years in business: 8+
WOW!: Di Pratos Pimento cheese is now
available online at www.dipratos.com
BEST BURGER
Rushs Fabulous FoodFast!
Claim to Fame:
Burgers, chicken, shakes and service.
Great value, great taste!
Check it out for yourself:
Nine locations in the Midlands
On the Web:
www.Rushs.net
Years in business: 73 years
WOW!: Voted top five in the nation for
customer satisfaction!
BEST BUSINESS LUNCH
Mr. Friendlys Southern Caf
Check it out for yourself:
2001-A Greene St
Columbia, SC 29205
803.254.7828
On the Web:
mrfriendlys.com
BEST CHICKEN
Zesto of West Columbia
Claim to Fame:
Been serving the best burgers, ice cream
and chicken since 1949.
Check it out for yourself:
504 12th Street, West Columbia, SC, 29169
803.794.4652
On the Web:
www.zestowestcolumbia.com
Years in business: 64 years
WOW!: Huge ice cream cone on top of
building!
BEST CHINESE
RESTAURANT
Miyos
Claim to Fame:
Quality, healthy Asian foods; friendly effi-
cient service and warm hospitality, com-
fortable and tasteful ambiance
Check it out for yourself:
7 locations - Vista, Main Street, Sumter
Street, Forest Acres, Lexington, Sandhills,
and Harbison
On the Web:
www.miyos.com
Years in business: 16 years
WOW!: The whole experience, a restau-
rant for longevity and pleasure.
BEST DELI/
SANDWICH SHOP
No Name Deli
Check it out for yourself:
2042 Marion Street
Columbia, SC
803.252.0480
On the Web:
www.nonamedelisc.com
BEST DESSERT
Nonnahs
Claim to Fame:
Over 25 desserts to choose from!
Including cakes, pies, tarts, cheesecakes
and flaming desserts.
Check it out for yourself:
930 Gervais Street, Columbia, SC
803.779.9599
On the Web:
www.nonnahs.com
Years in business: 11 years family
owned and operated
WOW!: Nonnahs is Shannon spelled
backwards.
BEST FAMILY DINING
TO EAT WITH KIDS
Flight Deck Restaurant
Claim to Fame:
World War II themed family restaurant
with arcade serving delicious homemade
food like Greek Gyros, Hot Oven Subs,
Burgers, Fresh Cut Salads, Homemade
Cheesecakes and Country Blue Plate
Dinners.
Check it out for yourself:
Located at the Shoppes at Flight Deck,
109-A Old Chapin Rd., Lexington, SC
29072
803.957.5990
On the Web:
www.flightdeckrestaurant.net
Years in business: 20+
WOW!: Very Interesting atmosphere..
watch out for King Kong!!
BEST FAST FOOD
RESTAURANT
Rushs Fabulous FoodFast!
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Great value, great taste!
Check it out for yourself:
Nine locations in the Midlands
On the Web:
www.Rushs.net
Years in business: 73 years
WOW!: Voted top five in the nation for
customer satisfaction!
BEST FIRST DATE
RESTAURANT
Blue Marlin
Claim to Fame:
Our award winning shrimp & grits
Check it out for yourself:
1200 Lincoln Street
Columbia, SC 29201
803.799.3838
On the Web:
www.bluemarlincolumbia.com
Years in business: 18 years
WOW!: We pride ourselves on providing
southern hospitality, quality consistent
food and a great value.
BEST GREEK
RESTAURANT
Zorbas
Claim to Fame:
Scrumptious Greek salads and pizzas.
Zorbas is a family-owned restaurant
known for their homemade baklava, its to
die for.
Check it out for yourself:
6169 St Andrews Road, Columbia, SC
29212, 803.772.4617
Years in business: 34 years
On the Web:
www.myzorbasgreek.com
WOW!: Once a month, belly dancers and
musicians entertain diners on Greek
night.
BEST HAPPY HOUR
Cantina 76
Claim to Fame:
Tacos, margaritas, Best happy hour
Check it out for yourself:
2901-A Devine St
Columbia, SC 29205
On the Web:
Cantina76.com
Years in business: 3.5 years
WOW!: Good food, good music, lots of
fun
BEST HOT DOG
Sandys Famous Hot Dogs
Claim to Fame:
Proud to be serving our Custom Made
Black Angus Beef Hot Dogs - Grilled w/
all freshly made toppings - The highest
quality product available.
Check it out for yourself:
825 South Main at USC
Hwy 378 Hope Ferry Center, Lexington
SC
Ashland Park Shopping Center
on St Andrews Rd
1935 Broad River Rd, Columbia SC
On the Web:
sandyshotdogs.com
Years in business: 34 1/2
WOW!: It was an honor to host Marcus
Lattimore and ESPN this month -
Segment will air In August 2013 - Marcus
is an inspiration to ALL!
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RESTAURANT
Mr. Friendlys Southern Cafe
Check it out for yourself:
2001-A Greene St
Columbia, SC 29205
803.254.7828
On the Web:
mrfriendlys.com
BEST STEAK
Terra
Claim to Fame:
As a standard-bearer for local, seasonal
ingredients, Chef Mike Daviss dishes
benefit from relationships with farmers
around the state and Southeast. Terra is
widely recognized for its us of local, sus-
tainable ingredients,, produce, meat and
sustainable seafood. Chef believes in the
simple preparation of seasonal dishes to
let the ingredients speak for themselves.
Check it out for yourself:
100 State Street, Wect Columbia, SC
803.791.3443
On the Web:
www.terrasc.com
Years in business: 7
WOW!: Chef Mike Davis offers the most
creative, local and sustainable dishes
around.
BEST SUSHI
Miyos
Claim to Fame:
Quality, healthy Asian foods; friendly effi-
cient service and warm hospitality, com-
fortable and tasteful ambiance
Check it out for yourself:
7 locations - Vista, Main Street, Sumter
Street, Forest Acres, Lexington, Sandhills,
and Harbison
On the Web:
www.miyos.com
Years in business: 16 years
WOW!: The whole experience, a restau-
rant for longevity and pleasure.
BEST VEGETARIAN
RESTAURANT
Lambs Bread Vegan Cafe
Check it out for yourself:
2338 Main St,ColumbiaSC29201(803)
253-7889
BEST WINE LIST
Gervais & Vine Mediterranean
Wine and Tapas Bar
Claim to Fame:
Located in the beautiful Congaree Vista,
Gervais & Vine is a Spanish-styled tapas
bar with culinary influences from all
across the Mediterranean.
Check it out for yourself:
620 Gervais Street
Columbia, SC 29201
(803) 799-8463
On the Web:
www.gervine.com
BEST WINGS
Ds Wings - Cayce
Claim to Fame:
Home of the best WINGS in town and the
BEST all you can eat crab legs every
Tuesday.
Check it out for yourself:
920 Axtell Drive
Cayce, SC 29033
On the Web:
www.dswings.com
Years in business: 25years
WOW!: Whats up with all the dollars on
the WALL!!
SHOPPING
BEST ART SUPPLY/
CRAFT STORE
City Art
Claim to Fame:
Oldest Art Supply store in South
Carolina! We offer the best selection of
art supplies, art classes, three separate art
galleries featuring original art by award
winning regional artists, custom framing
in a historic Vista downtown location. We
are locally and family owned.
Check it out for yourself:
1224 Lincoln St, Columbia, SC
803.252.3613
On the Web:
Years in business: 43
WOW!: The most cool stuff for artists and
art lovers!
BEST BEAUTY
SUPPLY STORE
Kims Beauty
Claim to Fame:
We sell hair pieces & costume jewelry!
Check it out for yourself:
9221 Two Notch Rd, Ste 13B
Columbia, SC 29223
WOW!: Best beauty supply store
BEST BICYCLE SHOP
Bike To Nature
Claim to Fame:
Complete family oriented shop from 2 to
92. Get back to nature with bike to nature.
Check it out for yourself:
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from the OLD location.
5175 Sunset Blvd. Ste 8
Lexington, SC
803.808.3551
On the Web:
www.biketonature.com
Years in business: 17 years
WOW!: Low tech approach to what can
be high tech business
BEST CHILDRENS
CLOTHING STORE
Bumble Boutique
Claim to Fame:
We started this business in November
2005 with an old fashioned dream and
vision. A dream and vision that took us
back to the earlier years, when mothers
could stay home with their children,
fathers could go to work, and we could
embrace and embody a loving family unit
that balances work with family. We were
looking for a means by which my wife
could do two things that she has a great
deal of passion for. One - to have a
Childrens Boutique that offers High
Quality Merchandise, Affordable Pricing,
Practicality for other Parents and
Exceptional Customer Service. Most
importantly - to be there for our beautiful
daughter.
Check it out for yourself:
4840 Forest Drive, Ste 24
Columbia, SC 29206
803.233.9703
On the Web:
www.bumbleboutique.com
Years in business: 7 1/2 years
BEST CONSIGNMENT
STORE
Roundabouts Consignments
Claim to Fame:
36,000 sq ft consignment store specializ-
ing in clothing, household & furniture!!
Check it out for yourself:
70 Polo Road, Columbia, SC 29223
803.736.5446
On the Web:
www.myroundabouts.com
Years in business: 10 1/2 years
WOW!: 16,000 plus consignors = 16,000
different ways to shop
BEST FLORIST
Rosewood Florist
Claim to Fame:
Serving Columbia for more than 30 years.
Check it out for yourself:
2917 Rosewood Drive
Columbia, SC 29205
803.256.8351
On the Web:
www.RosewoodFlorist.com
Years in business: 35 Years
WOW!: Your first choice for flowers and
more!
BEST FURNITURE
STORE
Whit - Ash Furnishings
Claim to Fame:
One City Block long of beautiful home
furnishings stretching from Gervais to
Lady St at Discount Prices has become
Columbias favorite shopping destination
with over 40,000 square feet of furniture -
features quality furnishings at discount
prices.
Check it out for yourself:
919 Gervais St
Columbia, SC
803.779.5123
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Years in business: Over 40 years
WOW!: The widest selection display of
furniture in Columbia - in stock and at
low discount prices.
BEST GAMECOCK
STORE
Garnet & Black Traditions at
Jewelry Warehouse
Claim to Fame:
Home of the original BEAT Sticker since
1984!! The Largest University of South
Carolina Retailer in the World!! The
Official Retailer of My Carolina Alumni
Association.
Check it out for yourself:
4 Midlands Locations
Parkland Plaza
228 Knox Abbott Dr
Cayce, SC 29033
Bower Parkway
1270 Bower Parkway
Columbia, SC 29212
Northeast
10136 Two Notch Rd
Columbia, SC 29229
Lexington
5140 Sunset Blvd
Lexington, SC 29073
On the Web:
www.garnetandblacktraditions.com
Years in business: 30 years
WOW!: Our Carolina Is 85,000 strong
rocking Williams-Brice to SANDSTORM!!!
BEST GARDENING
CENTER
Woodleys
Claim to Fame:
Provides excellent service and the highest
quality of South Carolina grown products.
Check it out for yourself:
10015 Two Notch Road, Columbia, SC
29223, 803.788.1487
2840 Dreher Shoals Road, Columbia, SC
29212, 803.407.0601
On the Web:
www.WoodleyGardenCenter.com
Years in business: 32
WOW!: Locally owned since 1981 by hus-
band & wife!
BEST JEWELRY STORE
Jewelry Warehouse
Claim to Fame:
Official jeweler for Miss South Carolina
for over 26 years! Offering quality mer-
chandise fit for a queen; at prices the
whole kingdom can afford.
Check it out for yourself:
5140 Sunset Blvd.
803.996.0485
1270 Bower Parkway
803.772.1470
2909 Platt Springs Road
803.749.0303
10136 Two Notch Road
803.788.0189
On the Web:
www.jewelrywarehouse.com
Years in business: 36 years
WOW!: More than just another jewelry
store- price, service and selection are our
specialties!
BEST LIGHTING CENTER
The Lite House
Claim to Fame:
Finalist this year for Showroom of the
year from The Dallas Market Center and
Residential Lighting Magazine.
Check it out for yourself:
3521 Bush River Rd 803.798.5400
8401 Two Notch Rd 803.788.3213
On the Web:
www.thelitehouse.com
Years in business: 40 years
WOW!: Winner Best selection and prices
for lighting your home!
BEST MATTRESS
STORE
Michaelis Mattress Company
Claim to Fame:
Largest in-stock selection of mattresses in
the Midlands
Check it out for yourself:
3250 Forest Drive, Columbia, SC 29204,
803.782.2337 (NEW Location)
350 Columbia Ave., 803.359.2238
1131 Sparkleberry Lane, 803.736.8684
4530 St. Andrews Road, 803.772.8694
On the Web:
www.michaelismattress.com
Years in business: 27
WOW!: Buy it TodaySleep on it Tonight!
BEST MENS FINE
CLOTHING STORE
Brittons
Claim to Fame:
A family owned business, providing cloth-
ing for men & women of South Carolina
for over 60 years. Exclusive dealers of
Southern Tide and Vineyard Vines. Offical
clothier to The Coach Spurrier, Coach
Martin and Coach Holbrook Shows. Home
of Lucky Levinson, the bowtie YouTube
Star. Tuxedo Sales and Rentals available.
Check it out for yourself:
14 BEST OF 2013 Sunday, July 28, 2013
2818 Devine St, Columbia, SC 29205
803.771.2700
On the Web:
www.brittonsofcolumbia.com
Years in business: 60 years
WOW!: We provide fabulous service,
excellent value and incredible clothing.
Best Instrument
store
Sims Music
Claim to Fame:
Dedicated and experience staff, over 700
guitars, 50 drumsets, pro lighting and
sound, keyboards and more!
Check it out for yourself:
1110 St. Andrews Road
Columbia SC 29210
Phone: (803)772-1185
On the Web:
www.simsmusic.com
Years in business: 24
WOW!: South Carolinas biggest and best
selection of musical instruments and
gear!
Best new Car Dealer
Jim Hudson Automotive Group
Claim to Fame:
South Carolinas premier destination for
affordable, dependable vehicles.
Customer satisfaction is our top priority -
period.
Check it out for yourself:
Lexus
328 Killian Road, Columbia
803.754.9500
Hyundai
310 Greystone Blvd., Columbia
803.799.1234
Toyota
970 Columbiana Drive, Irmo
803.407.5678
Buick/GMS/Cadillac
I-77 N Exit 22, Killian Rd., Columbia
803.783.0110
Ford
1201 W Main St, Lexington
803.359.4114
On the Web:
www.jimhudson.com
Years in business: 32 years
WOW!: Experience it once, youll never
forget it. This is the Jim Hudson promise.
Best outDoor
FurnIture
Tropic Aire
Claim to Fame:
SCs largest selection of patio, pool, porch
and sunroom furnishings.
Check it out for yourself:
1400 Charleston Hwy, (Knox Abbott) in
West Columbia
803.796.3237
On the Web:
www.tropicaire.com
Years in business: 40 total years - 32 sell-
ing furniture
WOW!: 70 to 90 collections in stock at all
times in our 20,000 square foot store.
Family owned and operated.
Best Pet suPPly store
Mill Creek Pet Food Center
Claim to Fame:
Local owned, discount priced w/ excellent
service!! Making SC a better place to live
for 19 years!!
Check it out for yourself:
2841 Millwood Ave., Columbia SC 29205
8606 Two Notch Rd., Columbia SC 29223
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Thank you for voting
Linda Wood
Best Insurance Agent
South Carolina Farm Bureau Mutual Insurance Company Southern Farm Bureau Casualty Insurance Company
Southern Farm Bureau Life Insurance Company, Jackson, MS
121 Park Rd., Lexington, SC 29072
803.951.8735 LindaWood@scfbins.com
Thank You,
Columbia!
for voting us
Best Furniture Store
DISCOUNT PRICES
919 Gervais Street 779-5123
whitash.com OPEN 10a - 6p Monday - Saturday
DISCOUNTS STOREWIDE
On the Web:
www.millcreekpet.com
Years in business: 19
WOW!: Millcreek, where we know your
name and treat you like family!
BEST SPORTING
GOODS STORE
Todd & Moore
Claim to Fame:
We are locally owned and operated and
offer the largest and BEST selection of
sporting goods and apparel In the
Midlands
Check it out for yourself:
620 Huger St
Columbia, SC 29201
803.765.0150
On the Web:
www.toddandmoore.com
Years in business: 69 years
WOW!: Local Specialists In Sports
where customers feel right at home
BEST UNIQUE
GIFT SHOP
Handpicked
Check it out for yourself:
2822 Devine St, Columbia, SC 29205
Cross Streets: Between Holly St and
Maple St
803.251.2946
On the Web:
www.behandpicked.com
BEST USED CAR DEALER
Jim Hudson Automotive Group
Claim to Fame:
South Carolinas premier destination for
affordable, dependable vehicles. Customer
satisfaction Is our top priority - period.
Check it out for yourself:
Lexus
328 Killian Road, Columbia
803.754.9500
Hyundai
310 Greystone Blvd., Columbia
803.799.1234
Toyota
970 Columbiana Drive, Irmo
803.407.5678
Buick/GMS/Cadillac
I-77 N Exit 22, Killian Rd., Columbia
803.783.0110
Ford
1201 W Main St, Lexington
803.359.4114
On the Web:
www.jimhudson.com
Years in business: 32 years
WOW!: Experience it once, youll never
forget it. This is the Jim Hudson promise.
BEST WEDDING ATTIRE
Jo-Lins Bridal & Formal Wear
Claim to Fame:
Our designer gowns and casual atmo-
sphere coupled with friendly staff and
excellent customer service creates a
unique bridal experience unmatched by
other salons.
Check it out for yourself:
7565 St Andrews Rd
Irmo, SC 29063
803.781.9697
On the Web:
www.jolins.com
Years in business: 24 years
WOW!: Voted The Best in Southeast
2007 - 2013
BEST WOMENS FINE
CLOTHING STORE
Brittons
Claim to Fame:
A family owned business, providing cloth-
ing for men & women of South Carolina
for over 60 years. Exclusive dealers of
Southern Tide and Vineyard Vines. Offical
clothier to The Coach Spurrier, Coach
Martin and Coach Holbrook Shows. Home
of Lucky Levinson, the bowtie YouTube
Star. Tuxedo Sales and Rentals available.
Check it out for yourself:
2818 Devine St, Columbia, SC 29205
803.771.2700
On the Web:
www.brittonsofcolumbia.com
Years in business: 60 years
WOW!: We provide fabulous service,
excellent value and incredible clothing.
BEST WOMENS
SHOE STORE
Kicks Exceptional Shoes
Check it out for yourself:
2921 Devine St. Columbia, SC 29205
803.254.3937
On the Web:
www.shopatkicks.com
Years in business: 15 years
BEST WOMENS
WEEKEND WEAR
CLOTHING STORE
Wish Boutique
Check it out for yourself:
713 Saluda Ave, Columbia, SC 29205
Cross Streets: Near the intersection of
Saluda Ave and Devine St
803.931.3247
SERVICE
BEST APARTMENT
COMPLEX
Atrium Place
Check it out for yourself:
200 Atrium Way
Columbia, SC 29223
803.419.2900
On the Web:
www.atriumplace.com
BEST ASSISTED
LIVING CENTER
Agape Senior Assisted Living
Claim to Fame:
Agape Senior is transforming healthcare
for senior adults in South Carolina. From
our award winning assisted living through
our coordinated services that give you the
assistance you need and the indepen-
dence you want.
Check it out for yourself:
Agape Senior has communities through-
out South Carolina including four loca-
tions in the midlands; Columbia, Irmo,
Lexington and Columbia/Forest Acres.
1.800.411.2427
On the Web:
www.agapesenior.com
Years in business: 13 years
WOW!: When care and convenience mat-
ter..choose Agape Senior.
BEST AUTO GLASS
REPAIR
Sheppards Glass
Claim to Fame:
We are a family-owned business with 45
years of experience in customer service,
giving our clients professional services at
great prices!
Check it out for yourself:
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2519 Platt Springs Rd
West Columbia, SC 29169
803.794.6639
On the Web:
www.sheppardsglass.com
Years in business: 44 1/2 years
WOW!: A true reflection of quality
BEST AUTO REPAIR
JRs Automotive LLC
Claim to Fame:
The way car service should be!
Check it out for yourself:
4884 Sunset Blvd
Lexington Sc 29072
803.356.6899
On the Web:
www.jrsauto.net
Years in business: 6 years
WOW!: Providing Quality vehicle service
and repairs. Offering 18mo/18k warranty.
BEST BUILDER
McGuinn Homes
Claim to Fame:
McGuinn Homes was started in 1984 by
Wade and Janet McGuinn. McGuinn
began as a premier custom home builder
and gained notoriety for a their quality
product line. In 2003 McGuinn expanded
to become McGuinn Homes and added
new home community development and
construction to the Custom Home compa-
ny. Daughter Ashely and son Kelly joined
the company in 2004 and 2009 respec-
tivey. McGuinn Homes prides itself in
being a family business that can deliver a
great homebuilding and buying experi-
ence with Your Home Your Way.
Check it out for yourself:
3300 Sunset Blvd, Suite 102
Lexington, SC 29126
803.356.1840
On the Web:
www.mcguinnhomes.com
Years in business: 12 years in the busi-
ness (started in 1984)
WOW!: McGuinn Homes building Your
Dream Home Your Way from $99,900 to
$1,000,000 plus!
BEST CAR WASH
Franks Car Wash
Claim to Fame:
Over 9 million cars washed.
Check it out for yourself:
Columbia
601 Bush River Road
Columbia
4741 Forest Drive
Columbia
120 Clemson Road
Lexington
516 Columbia Ave.
Lexington
4530 Augusta Hwy.
Lexington
4578 Sunset Blvd.
Irmo
1113 Lake Murray Blvd.
Northeast
9852 Farrow Road
Orangeburg
976 John C. Calhoun
Sumter
1008 Broad St.
Greenwood
Calhoun Ave.
On the Web:
www.frankscarwash.com
Years in business: 40 years- since 1973
BEST CREDIT UNION
Palmetto Citizens Federal
Credit Union
Claim to Fame:
Still offering fee-free checking with no
minimum balance that earns reward
points and monthly dividends. Also, great
low rates and extended terms on all vehi-
cle models with no payments for the first
90 days!
Check it out for yourself:
12 Midlands locations & 39 ATMs
803.732.5000
On the Web:
www.palmettocitizens.org
Years in business: 77
WOW!: Better rates & fewer fees from a
local , not-for-profit financial institution!
BEST DANCE STUDIO
Southern Strutt Dance Studio
Claim to Fame:
Southern Strutt has been ranked #1 Dance
Studio in SC for the past 3 consecutive
years by the Federation of Dance
Competitions. We were also ranked #1
Dance Studio In SC and #3 Dance Studio
in North America by Dancer magazine.
Check it out for yourself:
90 Ashbourne Rd., Irmo SC
803.781.3980
On the Web:
www.southernstruttdance.com
Years in business: 31 years
WOW!: We offer classes for EVERYONE
ages 3-103!!
BEST DAY SPA
Elante Day Spa & Salon
Claim to Fame:
The only medical day spa in the area with
a board certified dermatologist/skin care
expert as a medical director (Dr. Michelle
Welch).
Check it out for yourself:
7825 Broad River Rd, Ste 100
Irmo, SC 29063
On the Web:
www.elantedayspa.com
Years in business: 15 years
WOW!: Full Service Salon & Spa (skin,
hair, nails & massage); cozy pampering
retreat.
BEST DENTIST
Drs. Smith & Robinson
Claim to Fame:
40 years serving Lexington! We provide
excellent care to generations of patients
and their families.
Check it out for yourself:
509 E Main St
Lexington, SC 29072
803.395.9991
On the Web:
www.drssmithandrobinson.com
Years in business: 40 years
WOW!: A great caring team committed to
Healthy Dental Care!
BEST DRY CLEANER
Tripps Fine Cleaners
Claim to Fame:
Best Dry Cleaner
Check it out for yourself:
13 Locations in Columbia!
On the Web:
www.trippsfinecleaners.com
Years in business:
47 years serving the Midlands!
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WOW!: Only certified master dry cleaner
FREE home pick up/delivery.
BEST EMPLOYMENT
AGENCY
Recruiting Solutions
Claim to Fame:
A trusted partner to Columbias most suc-
cessful businesses since 1992.
Check it out for yourself:
1441 Main St, Ste 890
Columbia, SC 29201
On the Web:
www.recruitingsolutionsonline.com
Years in business: 21 years
WOW!: Experts in search and placement
BEST EYE CLINIC
Columbia Eye Clinic
Claim to Fame:
Our American Board of Ophthalmology
certified physicians have been providing
the most comprehensive eye care in the
midlands for 90 years.
Check it out for yourself:
Downtown - 1920 Pickens at Calhoun /
803.779.3070
Northeast - 100 Summit Centre Dr. /
803.252.8566
Lexington - Hwy. 378 @ Palmetto Park
Blvd. / 803.806.0080
On the Web:
www.columbiaeyeclinic.com
Years in business: 90
WOW!: The surgery center has the only
LenSx Femtosecond surgical laser in the
midlands to provide the most advanced
cataract and premium lens procedure
options to patients.
BEST FITNESS CENTER
Wolfs Fitness Center
Check it out for yourself:
5432 Augusta Rd
Lexington, SC 29072
On the Web:
www.wolffitness.com or
email: Info@wolfsfitness.com
Years in business: 20 years
BEST NATIONAL
FITNESS CENTER
Golds Gym
Claim to Fame:
Largest co-ed gym chain in the world.
Check it out for yourself:
Irmo, 800 Columbiana Drive Irmo
Lexington, 619 N. Lake Drive Lexington
Forest Acres, 4114 Forest Drive
Sandhills, 40 Forum Drive
Northeast, 450 Killian Road Columbia
On the Web:
www.goldsgym.com
Years in business: 27 years in Columbia
Since 1986
WOW!: Over 200 thousand square feet of
gym space in Columbia.
BEST FUNERAL HOME
Dunbar Funeral Home
Claim to Fame:
Dunbar has continued to grow and has
remained a much respected establishment
in the Columbia area.
Check it out for yourself:
3722 Devine Street Columbia, SC 29205
803.622.9480
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On the Web:
www.dunbarfunerals.com
Years in business: Since 1884
WOW!: The business still lives up to
thetandards set forth by founder J.M. Van
Metre in 1922 stating:
Our inspirationto do the right thing at
the right time in the right way; to do some
things better than they were ever done
before; to be courteous; to be an example;
to work for love of the work; to anticipate
requirements; to recognize no impedi-
ments; to master circumstances; to act
from reason rather than rule; to be satis-
fied with nothing less than perfection.
Best Hair salon
Bliss
Claim to Fame:
Bliss is unique because of our full range of
talent. We have 12 stylists who each have
their own area of expertise and specialty.
Because of this, we are able to offer our
clients a wide spectrum of services and
products. There is a stylist for every need
and personality.
Check it out for yourself:
446 Old Cherokee Road, Ste A
Lexington, SC 29072
803.359.0288
Years in business: 6 years
On the Web:
www.blisssalonandspasc.com
WOW!: High-end hair salon in a casual,
relaxed atmosphere.
Best Heating and air
Conditioning serviCe
2nd Wind Heating & Air
Claim to Fame:
Professional heating & air conditioning
specialists that respect your time and
property. The leader in technical service
and residential installation. A family
owned business.
Check it out for yourself:
Serving all of Greater Columbia,
Lexington, and the Midlands,
On the Web:
www.2ndwindhvac.com
Years in business: 29 years
WOW!: Keeping you cool in Famously Hot
Columbia, SC! Make 2nd Wind Your 1st
Choice!
Best Hospital FaCility
Lexington Medical Center
Claim to Fame:
Lexington Medical Center in West
Columbia Is a 414 - bed hospital anchor-
ing a health network that Includes six
community medical centers and employs
5,900 health care professionals. The net-
work offers comprehensive cardiovascular
care, cancer treatment and womens ser-
vices. The network also includes and
occupational health center, the largest
nursing home in the Carolinas and more
than 60 physician practices. Its cardiovas-
cular and cancer services are affiliated
with Duke Medicine. With beautifully
appointed rooms, a skilled obstetrics team
and a first-of-its-kind Doula program,
Lexington Medical Center delivers more
babies than any other Midlands hospital.
The hospital receives national awards for
outstanding patient care each year.
Check it out for yourself:
2720 Sunset Blvd
West Columbia, SC 29169
803.791.2000
On the Web:
www.lexmed.com
Years in business: 42 years
WOW!: Quality health services that meet
the needs of our community.
Best Hospital For
Heart HealtH
Providence Hospital Heart &
Vascular Institute
Claim to Fame:
Providence is the states longest running,
non-university-based heart program,
recently celebrating our 13th consecutive
3-Star rating (highest possible) by the
Society of Thoracic Surgeons. This puts
us in the top 15% of programs nationwide.
We are a nationally accredited chest pain
center and Blue Distinction award winner.
We offer the full spectrum of heart care
including prevention, diagnostics, treat-
ment and cardiac rehab.
Check it out for yourself:
2435 Forest Drive, Columbia, SC 29204
PH: 803-256-5300
On the Web:
www.providencehospitals.com
Years in business: 39 years
WOW!: Providence has touched 130,000
hearts since 1974... and counting!
Best Hospital system
Palmetto Health
Claim to Fame:
Best Hospital System and Best Place to
have a Baby
Check it out for yourself:
Richland: 5 Richland Medical Park (off
Harden St. Extension)
Baptist: Taylor at Marion Street
Childrens Hospital: 7 Richland Medical
Park
Heart Hospital: 6 Medical Park
803.296.CARE (2273)
On the Web:
www.PalmettoHealth.org
Years in business: Palmetto Health: 15;
(Richland: 121; Baptist: 99)
WOW!: Being remembered by each
patient as providing the care and compas-
sion we want for our families and our-
selves.
Best insuranCe
agent
SC Farm Bureau Insurance -
Linda Wood, agent
Claim to Fame:
I try to be the best agent I can be every
single day and treating others as I would
want to be treated. SC Farm Bureau
Helping You is what we do best!.
Check it out for yourself:
121 Park Road
Lexington, SC 29072
803.951.8735
On the Web:
lindawood@scfbins.com
Years in business: 14 years
WOW!: I pride myself in excellent custom-
er service.
Best interior
design Firm
Verve/Ford Boyd Interiors
Claim to Fame:
Verve has been featured in more than 10
national publications including Southern
Accents, Dcor and Beautiful Southern
Homes.
Check it out for yourself:
1127 Gregg Street
Columbia, SC 29201
803.799.0045
On the Web:
www.verveinteriors.com
Years in business: 20
WOW!: Located in downtown Columbia,
Verve is a store with a wonderful mix of
art, antiques, furniture, lightning, rugs,
and decorative accessories.
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BEST LAW FIRM
Hugh Cooper
Claim to Fame:
Wonderful talented staff that provides
excellent customer service. Our office
provides thorough professional service in
all sectors of real estate transactions.
Check it out for yourself:
1812 Lincoln St, 1st floor
Columbia, SC 29201
803.779.3456
Years in business: 31 years
WOW!: We actually communicate with
our clients!
BEST MODELING/TALENT
AGENCY
Millie Lewis Model & Talent
Columbia
Check it out for yourself:
3612 Landmark Drive, Suite D
Columbia, SC 29204
Phone: 803.782.7338
On the Web:
millielewiscolumbia.com
BEST NEW HOME
COMMUNITY
Saluda River Club
Claim to Fame:
Saluda River Club is the only community
in South Carolina to receive Best
Community awards on the local, state and
national levels.
Check it out for yourself:
102 Glade Spring Drive
Lexington, SC 29072
803.358.3969
On the Web:
www.saludariverclub.com
Years in business: 4 1/2 years
WOW!: Columbias Only Resort-Style
Riverfront Community with Lexington 1
Schools.
BEST PEST CONTROL
Modern Exterminating
Company, Inc.
Claim to Fame:
Since 1955, Modern Exterminating
Company and the Matthews family have
been providing exceptional service and
professionalism in the pest and termite
control industry.
Check it out for yourself:
2119 Gadsden St
Columbia, SC 29201
803.765.2315
On the Web:
www.modernexterminatingcoinc.com
Years in business: 57 years
WOW!: We know what BUGS You!
BEST PHOTOGRAPHER
S & D Photography, LLC
Claim to Fame:
We celebrate our artistic creativity
through photography, whether it is for
newborns, families, weddings, gradua-
tions, or any other special occasions. We
take pride in capturing those amazing
pictures, that will last a lifetime.
Check it out for yourself:
803.447.2432 or 803.917.1150
On the Web:
www.facebook.com/sdphotography
WOW!: We are a local two photographer
team, that specializes in natural light pho-
tography, with affordable prices who will
travel locally to your choice of destina-
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Readers from the Coast to
the Mountains AII Agree,
Agap Senior is the Place to Be!
Agap Senior is proud to offer the
Best Assisted Living* care to
South CaroIina seniors.
*As voted by readers of The State.
tion.
BEST PLACE TO HAVE
A BABY
Palmetto Health
Claim to Fame:
Best Hospital System and Best Place to
have a Baby
Check it out for yourself:
Richland: 5 Richland Medical Park (off
Harden St. Extension)
Baptist: Taylor at Marion Street
Childrens Hospital: 7 Richland Medical
Park
Heart Hospital: 6 Medical Park
803.296.CARE (2273)
On the Web:
www.PalmettoHealth.org
Years in business: Palmetto Health: 15;
(Richland: 121; Baptist: 99)
WOW!: Being remembered by each
patient as providing the care and compas-
sion we want for our families and our-
selves.
BEST PLUMBING
Meetze Plumbing Company
Claim to Fame:
Our jingle 732DRIP
Check it out for yourself:
10009 Broad River Rd
Irmo, SC29063
803.732.3747
On the Web:
www.meetzeplumbing.com
Years in business: 32 years
WOW!: Friendly professional staff, prompt
service.
BEST POOL COMPANY
Griffin Pools and Spas
Claim to Fame:
Griffin Pools and Spas..We Make You
Feel Good!
Check it out for yourself:
1348 North Lake Drive
Lexington, SC 29072
803.957.2121
9201 Two Notch Road
Columbia, SC 29223
803.865.8888
1601 Atlas Road
Columbia SC 29209
1430 Chapin Rd
Chapin, SC 29036
803.941.7471
1735 Jefferson Davis Hwy
Camden, SC 29020
803.432.0597
On the Web:
www.griffinpoolsandspas.com
Years in business: 32 years
WOW!: Best Pool Company 11 times!
BEST QUICK OIL CHANGE
Pope Davis Tire & Automotive
Claim to Fame:
One of SC largest Independent automo-
tive service providers, with seven loca-
tions throughout the midlands. Our focus
on technology and award winning service
means a no hassle, uncommon car care
experience for all clients.
Check it out for yourself:
631 S. Assembly St
Columbia, SC
803.771.4637
On the Web:
www.popedavistire.com
Years in business: 34 years
WOW!: We know our stuff. Just ask your
neighbors about us.
BEST REAL ESTATE
AGENT
Charlie Mather
Claim to Fame:
Grandson of Guy Fleming Lipscomb Jr
Check it out for yourself:
3722 Devine Street
Columbia, SC 29205
803.622.9480
On the Web:
TheMatherCompany.com
Years in business: 8 years
WOW!: I try my very best for every client!
BEST REAL ESTATE
COMPANY
Russell & Jeffcoat Real Estate
Claim to Fame:
Largest real estate company in the
Midlands.
Check it out for yourself:
1022 Calhoun Street
Columbia, SC 29201
803.779.6000
Years in business: 48 years
WOW!: The Midlands Market Leader
BEST TRAVEL AGENCY
Forest Lake Travel
Claim to Fame:
We are locally owned and operated
Check it out for yourself:
4505 Forest Drive
Columbia, SC 29206
800.554.8758
On the Web:
www.forestlaketravel.com
Years in business: 35 years
WOW!: Voted Best Of by readers of The
State for over 12 years!
BEST WEDDING
RECEPTION VENUE
701 Whaley
Claim to Fame:
Historic 701 Whaley offers several options
and combinations of space In a setting
unlike any other In Columbia. Special
event, weddings, rehearsal dinners and
fundraisers.
Check it out for yourself:
701 Whaley St
Columbia, SC 29201
803.771.0101
On the Web:
www.701Whaley.com
Years in business: 5 years
WOW!: A dynamic mix of art, history and
community Involvement.
BEST WEIGHT LOSS
PROGRAM
Medi Weight Loss
Claim to Fame:
Successful Weight loss!
Check it out for yourself:
1 Wellness Blvd, Ste 201
Irmo, SC 29063
803.454.6300
On the Web:
www.mediweightlossclinics.com
Years in business: 4 years
WOW!: It Is the one that works!
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