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BEST OF THE BEST WINNERS | CALLER-TIMES
Index
Steve Arnold
steve.arnold@caller.com
361-886-3624
Readers pick their favorites

in more than 150 categories
Thank you for your votes in

the 20th annual Caller-Times
Best of the Best readers poll.
Another year has passed and
the votes have been counted.
After weeks of sorting, counting and verifying thousands of
ballots in more than 150 categores, here are the results.
Readers had two ways to
vote for their favorite businesses and services this year.
Ballots were available at the
Caller-Times Best of the Best

Showcase in September at the
American Bank Center and
through ballots placed in three
issues of the Caller-Times in
late August and September.
The top vote recipient in
each category has been selected as the Caller-Times
Best of the Best #1 and the next
highest vote-getters have been
named Readers Choice and
are listed in alphabetical order.
AUTOMOTIVE/RECREATIONAL SERVICES
RESTAURANT
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6
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Auto Parts
Auto Window Tinting
Boats
Campers/RVs/Motor homes
Oil Changes
Tires
Transmission Services
Trucking Equipment
Vehicle Collision Repair
Vehicle Servicing/Repairs
Vehicle Wash/Detailing
Wrecker Service
10
10
10
10
10
12
12
12
12
12
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8
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8
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10
10
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10
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Asian Food
Bar & Grill
Barbecue
Beer Selection
Breakfast
Breakfast Tacos
Buffet Dining
Catsh
Chicken
Chicken-Fried Steak
Coffee
Dessert
Fajitas
Fine Dining
Fish Tacos
French Fries
Hamburgers
Happy Hour
Hot Dogs
Ice Cream
Italian Food
Lunch
Margarita
14 Community Advocate
RESTAURANT
Mexican Food
New Restaurant
Pizza
Salad Bar
Sandwiches
Seafood
Steaks
Sushi
Wine Selection
Wings
COMMUNITY
14 Community Advocate
(business/organization)
(individual)
14 Local event/festival
14 Local Tourist Attraction
ENTERTAINMENT
15 Bingo
15 Golf
15 Kids Parties
15 Live Music
15 Local Hotel
15 Sports Bar
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FINANCIAL
Banking
Check Cashing
Credit Union
Insurance
Tax Services
FOOD SERVICES
17 Baked Goods
17 Catering
18 Convenience Store
18 Grocery
18 Meat Market
We have added some new

categories and eliminated
some that did not get enough
voter attention.
Remember, the Best of the
Best winners are selected by
our readers, not by the staff of
the Caller-Times.
We continue to take the
necessary steps to disqualify
ballot stuffing by businesses
that try to win a particular
category unfairly.
FOOD SERVICES
18 Produce/Fruits & Vegetables

18 Seafood Market
HEALTH/FITNESS
19 Childrens Health Clinic

19 Chiropractic Care
19 Dental Care
19 Emergency Room/Clinic
20 Exercise Classes
20 Health Club/Gym
20 Hearing Aids
20 Home Health Care
20 Hospice Care
20 Hospital
20 Martial Arts Lessons
22 Massage Therapy
22 Medical Supplies
22 Minor Emergency Care
22 Ophthalmologist/
Optometrist Care
20 Physical Therapy
22 Radiology Services
20 Rehabilitation services
22 Retirement Home/
Assisted Living
HOME SERVICES
29 Apartment/Condo Complex
29 Carpet Cleaning
29 Electricity Provider
29 Environmental/Green
Products/Services
29 Fence Building/Repairs
30 Foundation Repairs
32 Heating/Air Conditioning
29 Home Building
30 Mortgage Lending
32 Moving Company
It is important to remember that this is a reader fun

contest. It does not have any
bearing on the success of a
business, nor does it have any
endorsement by the CallerTimes.
These are businesses that
readers have chosen, and
the results are nal. This is a
readers poll for entertainment
value and nothing else.
This section contains all
HOME SERVICES
32 Pest Control
32 Plant Nursery
34 Plumbing
32 Real Estate Agency
32 Self Storage Facility
32 Swimming Pool/
Installation/Repair
34 Title Company
34 Window (Coverings/
Hurricane)
MEDIA
35 Caller-Times Writer
35 Local Cable Provider
35 Local Radio Station
36 Local Show Host
36 Local Sportscaster
36 Local TV Anchor
36 Local TV Station
36 Meteorologist/Weathercaster
35 Radio Personality
PET CARE
38 Pet Services
38 Pet Store & Supplies
38 Veterinarian
SERVICES
38 Adult Day Care

38 Child Day Care
40 Dry Cleaning
40 Equipment Rental
41 Favorite Elementary School
41 Favorite Middle/Jr. High
41 Favorite High School
40 Funeral Home
41 Hair Coloring
40 Haircuts
41 Key/Lock Services
the names of winners in each

category. We encourage you
to support ALL businesses in
the Corpus Christi area, not
just the winners in this section.
We thank you for your votes
and your continued support of
this annual poll.
Steve Arnold is the vice
president/sales and marketing
for the Caller-Times.
SERVICES
42 Limo/Taxi Service
42 Nail Salon
42 Photography/Videography
42 Sign Making
42 Special Occasions/
Weddings
42 Travel Agency
42 Wireless Phone Service
RETAIL
43 Antiques
43 Appliances
44 Athletic Apparel
44 Books
44 Bridal Gowns/Accessories
44 Building Materials
43 Carpet/Tile
44 Clothing
45 Computers
45 Electronics
45 Eyewear
45 Fitness Equipment
44 Floral Arrangements
45 Furniture
46 Gift Shop
46 Gold/Precious Metals
(Buyers/Sellers)
45 Golf Equipment/Supplies
46 Jewelry
47 Mattresses
47 Musical Instruments
46 Office Supplies
46 Pawn Shop
47 Pharmacy/Drug Store
47 Resale Store
47 Shoes
47 Sporting Goods
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Thank You Corpus Christi

For Voting H-E-B Best Of The Best 2015 In:
FOOD SERVICES:
Grocery | Produce, Fruits & Vegetables | Catering
Meat Market | Seafood Market | Baked Goods
RESTAURANT:
Dessert | Sushi
Beer Selection | Wine Selection
RETAIL:
Floral Arrangements | Pharmacy/Drug Store
Pet Store & Supplies
FINANCIAL:
Check Cashing
We know you have a choice of where to shop. Thats why we work hard to
bring you the freshness, quality, service and everyday low prices you deserve.
rve.
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Thanks again Corpus Christi for casting your votes for H-E-B.
2016 HEB, 16-1556
CAL833153
CAL807039
2015
Health/Rehablitation
Thank You
To Residents and Readers

of The Coastal Bend
For Choosing Us!
CAL836730
Automotive
Auto WindoW tinting
Far Beyond tint & Alarm

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5151 Everhart Road

854-8468
farbeyondtint.com
Far Beyond Tint & Alarm has tinted tens of thousands of windows
since 1987. We pride ourselves in being the best and providing the best
window films that the market has to offer. Every morning, we jump
out of bed to tint your windows and keep you cool. Thanks to everyone
who has put their trust in us.
Readers Choice: Evins Glass Service, Competition Sound of Corpus
Christi, Ziebart
Auto pArts
Readers Choice: AutoNation, Far Beyond Trucks & Accessories,

OReilly Auto Parts
gulf Coast Marine
PHOTO BY EDDIE SEAL/SPECIAL TO THE CALLER TIMES
Autonation earned honors in multiple categories this year. The general managers at the dealerships are (from left to right): Shelby Danner, Hyundai; Steven Chapman, Chevrolet; Stan Rupenski, Honda; Jeff Amidon, Toyota and Brad Erbsland, Ford.
BoAts
Autonation
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Readers Choice: Huff Marine, Ronnies Marine, Texas Watercraft &

Marine
CCrV
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8045 Interstate Highway 37

289-5400
ccrv.net
Here at CCRV know its all about the customers. We dont just sell and
service RVs. We sell a lifetime of family fun. Customers arent just
buying an RV they are becoming a part of our family and the customers know this. This is why we have been voted No. 1 for over a decade.
Thank you Coastal Bend.
Readers Choice: Camper Clinic, Colonial de Rey RV Sales, Ron Hoover
Corpus Christi
for voting
2015
for us!
Gift Shop
Holiday Hours
Mon. - Fri. 10am - 5pm
Sat. 9am - 5pm
Readers Choice: Minit Man 10 Minit Oil Change,

Pep Boys, Stripes Oil Change/Saratoga
tires
discount tire Co.
Readers Choice: Delta Tire & Wheel, Far Beyond

Trucks & Accessories, Truckers World
Readers Choice: Competition Sound of Corpus

Christi, Far Beyond Trucks & Accessories, Truckers
Equipment
trAnsMission serViCes
Autonation
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Multiple locations
autonation.com
AutoNation knows a vehicles transmission is the

most complex and essential component of a cars
engine. Their constant use causes them to experience a lot of wear and tear. Thats why we offer
expert service and competitive pricing for the
transmission as well as all essential vehicle parts.
Readers Choice: AAMCO Transmission, Cottman
Transmission, Greatstate Transmission
FOR
voting
FOR US!
1440 Airline Rd
Corpus Christi, TX 78412
806-794-4900
HOME HEALTH
HOSPICE
CAL833092
1710 S. Alameda @ 6 Points

CAL825260
Multiple locations
autonation.com
THANK
YOU
2015
Home Health Care
361-881-1091
truCking equipMent
truckers World
AutoNation provides premier services like oil

changes and other routine maintenance at the best
possible prices. Plus, with every service visit we offer accurate recommended oil products for your vehicle, all major fluids and lubricant brands, and only
use products that meet or exceed factory engine.
CAMpers/rVs/Motor hoMes
Thank
you
oil ChAnges
CAL828430
Auto Zone
7823
Automotive || Restaurant
Vehicle collision RepaiR
american collision
Readers Choice: Autonation, Caliber Collision, Ricks

Detailing
Vehicle seRVicing/RepaiRs
autonation
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Multiple locations
autonation.com
AutoNations factory-trained technicians are specialists,

not general mechanics. Our service and repair centers
only use the most sophisticated, manufacturer-specific diagnostic equipment to accurately test your vehicle, repair
it, and get you on your way.
Readers Choice: Dubs Garage, Pro-Tech, Romays
Vehicle wash/detailing
Mr. Fancy pants carwash

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7213 S. Staples St.

723-2142
mrfancypantscarwash.com
Our employees are really the face of our business. They

buy into the fact we are here to serve the customer. Our
employees know that a clean, quality-focused place for
the customer to wash their car is a happy place. We focus
to be the Best of the Best every day. That is what we
always strive to do.
Readers Choice: Carisma Wash Lube & Detail, Ricks
Detailing, VIP Car Wash
asian Food
takeniwa
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5216 S. Padre Island Drive

356-6888
takeniwa.com
I think the reason people vote for us every year is our

food. Fresh and quality, you can taste the difference. Another reason is our unique menu that stands out. We are
the only restaurant that covers varieties across the board,
like Chinese, Japanese and a bit of Korean and Thai.
Readers Choice: China Garden, PF Changs, Hibachi Grill
Supreme Buffet
BaR & gRill
nikos steakhouse
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5409 Saratoga Blvd.

992-2333
nikossteakhouse.com
Nikos Steakhouse offers the best of both worlds. Our bar

and happy hour specials are always a great way to unwind
after a long day of work and our grill is always serving
up the best fire-roasted steaks, prime rib, gulf seafood,
chicken and ribs and our newest addition The Steakhouse Burger.
Chef Michael Zhao puts on a show on a hibachi grill at Takeniwa Asian

Fusion Bistro.
Readers Choice: Brewster Street Icehouse, BJs Brewhouse, Executive Surf Club
stripes/laredo taco company
h-e-B
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BeeR selection
Multiple locations
HEB.com
Our variety of beer and our price help make us the

customers Best of the Best choice in this category. We
keep our beer coolers stocked with beers from around the
globe. From domestic, imported and craft, you are sure to
find what wets your whistle at H-E-B.
Readers Choice: B&Js Pizza, House of Rock, Nikos
Steakhouse
BReakFast
stripes/laredo taco company

The crew at Texas Wrecker Service include (from left to right) Frank
Martinez, Ramiro Lopez, Jessie Ray, Irma Rivera, Ralph Rivera, Francisco
Hernandez, Pedro Saenz and Steve Goralczyk.
wReckeR seRVice
texas wrecker service
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3449 Morgan Ave.

883-3948
TexasWreckerCC.com
Texas Wrecker Service was chosen as Best of the Best

towing company because we tow everything from
18-wheelers to cars, boats, motorcycles and more! Established in 1964, we are the most experienced heavy duty
towing company in Corpus Christi and South Texas. We
are celebrating our 50th anniversary.
Readers Choice: Texas Wrecker Service, Apollo Wrecker
Service, Lone Star Wrecker Service, Statewide Wrecker
Service
n
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Multiple locations
www.stripesstores.com
Stripes Convenience Stores thanks its customers who

voted Laredo Taco Company only at Stripes No. 1 Best of
the Best breakfast. Each morning, Laredo Taco Company
serves hot, fresh and delicious breakfast made to order
with hand-rolled tortillas. Customers can enjoy the fresh
cut salsa bar.
Readers Choice: Cracker Barrel, Hesters, T&C Restaurant
BuFFet dining
hibachi grill & supreme Buffet

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5274 S. Staples St.

991-6888
We do our best to serve our customers.

Readers Choice: Golden Corral, China Garden, Golden
Kitchen
BReakFast tacos
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Multiple locations
Stripes Convenience Stores thanks its customers who

voted Laredo Taco Company only at Stripes No. 1 Best of
the Best Breakfast Tacos. Laredo Taco Company breakfast
tacos are always made from scratch and each tortilla is
hand-rolled. Its authentic Mexican breakfast tacos are
hot, fresh and delicious and served with fast and friendly
customer service.
Readers Choice: Cancun Mexican Restaurant, Garabaldis, Kikos
catfish charlies
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catFish
5830 McArdle Road

993-0363
catfishcharlies.net
Thank you for your vote, it means so much to us. We think

you are No. 1, too. Thanks Skip, Liss, Steph, Christie,
Clairessa, Justin, Chris and Rhonda.
Readers Choice: Brewster Street Icehouse, Good N Crisp,
Nolans Original Poorboys
good-n-crisp
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chicken
Multiple locations
goodncrispchickencorpuschristi.com
Good-N-Crisp has three locations in Corpus Christi Five

Points, Padre Island and Gollihar Road. We strive to be
the best at what we do. Our Chicken is fresh, never frozen.
Our mix of chicken, tenders, wings and many made to
order items helps to make our customers happy. Thanks
Corpus for making us No. 1 again.
Readers Choice: Golden Chick, KFC, Popeyes
#1 Convenience Store
#1 Breakfast Taco
#1 Breakfast
#1 Coffee
THANK YOU
RPUS CHRISTI
CORPUS
For Letting Us Be a Part
of Your Day.
@stripesstores
CAL808600
only at
Restaurant
nolans
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chicken-Fried Steak
Multiple locations
We feel the readers have continually chosen us Best

of the Best Chicken Fried Steak because we care
about the quality and the preparation of our food.
The satisfaction of our guest is the most important
thing to our business.
Readers Choice: Andys Kitchen, Nikos Steakhouse, U & I Restaurant
Stripes
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coFFee
Multiple locations
Stripes Convenience Stores thanks its customers

who voted Stripes No. 1 Best of the Best Coffee.
Stripes house brand Caf de la Casa coffee is made
from 100 percent Arabica beans and is brewed
fresh 24 hours a day. Customers can customize
their coffee and choose from six different flavored
creamers, fresh milk, and toppings.
Readers Choice: Coffee Waves, McDonalds, Starbucks
Silverado Smokehouse manager Bernice Gonzales serves some barbecue brisket.

BarBecue
Silverado Smokehouse
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4522 Weber Road

855-6464
Corpus Christi-BBQ.com
Year after year, our customers rave and commend our staff for the
consistency of our food and service. Our staff prides themselves
with both integrity and respectfulness toward our products as well
as customer service. As in any business, employees are motivated by
customers commendations.
Readers Choice: Howards BBQ, Millers BBQ, Nolans
882-3636
613 Elizabeth St.
Merry
Christmas
CAL834965
CAL835229
2015
Pharmacy/
Drug Store
DeLeons
Clinic Pharmacy
would like to
thank all of the
customers that
voted.
Thank you for voting us

Best of the Best Readers Choice
And thank you a million
for your support
2015
Community Advocate
(Business/Organization)
Thank you
for Voting Us
#1 Again!
FOUNDATION &
ROOFING
We are on the level...
we put our name on it.
2015
Foundation
Repairs
Tel 361.881.9616 Cell 361.947.2805

Fax 361.881.9662
www.OnTheLevelFoundationAndRoofing.com
CAL436723
Kevin Culp and Nolan Culp Jr. with the winning chicken fried steak at Nolans.
Restaurant
H-e-B
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Dessert
Multiple locations
HEB.com
Weve heard the best part of a meal is the dessert and H-E-B
has the perfect topping to any meal. H-E-B brings a taste of
homemade to the dinner table. A special occasion or family
meal, the tempting and delicious assortment will satisfy
every sweet tooth in your home.
Readers Choice: JBs German Bakery, La Frutera, Sonic
Drive-In
La Playa saratoga
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Fajitas
5017 Saratoga Blvd.

986-0089
laplayacafe.com
Readers Choice: Cancun Mexican Restaurant, Fajitaville,

Kikos
Erika Rodriguez and a platter of award-winning fajitas at La Playa

on Saratoga, which won the fajitas category this year.
nikos steakhouse
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5409 Saratoga Blvd.

992-2333
nikossteakhouse.com
Nikos Steakhouse offers a casual, fine dining experience

without the traditional white table cloth appearance and
price. Nikos Steakhouse provides exceptional service and
atmosphere combined with our award-winning food and bar
drinks, all at an affordable price. This is our recipe for success.
Readers Choice: Republic of Texas, Vietnam Restaurant,
Water St. Restaurants
FisH tacos
Brewster street icehouse
We at La Playa Saratoga choose only the finest quality meats

when choosing fajita meat. We then tenderize and marinade
it in house and this gives our fajitas the juicy, fresh flavor
that our customers taste and enjoy.
McDonalds
Fine Dining
FrencH Fries
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1724 N. Tancahua St.

884-2739
brewsterstreet.net
Brewster Street Icehouse has tasty fish tacos featuring Mahi

Mahi served your way (fried, grilled, or blackened) with
mango pico de gallo, freshly sliced avocados and cabbage on
your choice of tortillas. Brewsters is your one-stop shop for
the Best of the Best Fish Tacos in town.
Readers Choice: Nikos Steakhouse, Railroad Seafood Station, Water St. Restaurants
Readers Choice: Golden Chick, Good-N-Crisp, Sonic Drive-In
CAL834756
10
Restaurant
Hamburgers
Whataburger
Readers Choice: Brewster Street Ice House, McDonalds, Sonic Drive-In

ItalIan food
Carinos Italian restaurant

Readers Choice: Island Italian, Mesquite St. Pizza,
Olive Garden
lunCH
u&I restaurant
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Alysa Gillen (from left), Caitlyn Lamtecson and Noelle Fuentes work the food line at
Chipotle, which won the new restaurant category this year.
Chipotle
neW restaurant
Readers Choice: Bubbas 33, Rock and Rolls Sushi, Twin Peaks
nikos steakhouse
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HaPPy Hour
5409 Saratoga Blvd.

992-2333
nikossteakhouse.com
Nikos Steakhouse social hour allows you to unwind and start your
evening with an exceptional array of appetizers, light meal options and
the most unique cocktails in town. Our happy hour includes reduced
priced cocktails, beer and wine in addition to select appetizers for only
$4.99 from 4 to 7 p.m.
Readers Choice: Brewster Street Icehouse, Rockits, Executive Surf
Club
Wienerschitzel
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Hot dogs
309 S. Water St.

883-3492
Uandirestaurant.com
Readers Choice: House of Rock/Pizza Kitchen,

Mesquite St. Pizza, Nolans
margarIta
nikos steakhouse
5409 Saratoga Blvd.
992-2333
nikossteakhouse.com
Nikos Steakhouse only uses Jose Cuervo Gold Tequila blended with the freshest ingredients to make our
house margarita. We make and sell more than 200
gallons of Margaritas and flavored Margaritas every
week. Every Thursday, Nikos offers our premium
house Margaritas for only $2 from open to close.
Readers Choice: Brewster Street Icehouse, Cancun
Mexican Restaurant, Kikos
PIzza
Papa Johns Pizza
Readers Choice: House of Rock/Pizza Kitchen,

Mesquite Street Pizza, Pizza Hut
Multiple locations
wienerschnitzel.com
We have the best customers. Theyre loyal, theyre passionate, and

they love our chili dogs and chili fries. The flip side of that coin is we
have the best team members at Wienerschnitzel who are equally loyal,
passionate and love the brand. Thank you to everyone.
Readers Choice: Dairy Queen, Sonic Drive-In, Stripes
PHOTO BY EDDIE SEAL/
SPECIAL TO THE CALLER TIMES
sonic drive-In
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ICe Cream
Multiple locations
sonicdrivein.com
At Sonic Drive-In, we are proud to serve real ice cream from only the
best ingredients. From our burgers, foot-long chili cheese dogs, corndogs, and famous slush drinks - it is our pleasure to provide fast and
friendly service. Thank you Corpus Christi.
Readers Choice: Baskin Robbins, Dairy Queen, Marble Slab Creamery
Manager Robert Govea

takes a pepperoni pizza
out of the oven at Papa
Johns, which won the
pizza category this year.
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5017 Saratoga Blvd.

986-0089
laplayacafe.com
We at La Playa Saratoga prepare and cook our food

fresh
daily. This is what differentiates La Playa Saratoga
from other Mexican Restaurants. The kitchen staffs
hard work, coupled with the front of the houses excellent service, allows La Playa Saratoga to deliver
delicious food to our customers.
Readers Choice: Cancun Mexican Restaurant, Dos
Comales, Kikos
We have been serving Corpus Christi locals since

1971. We try our best to give our customers the attention they deserve. We are THE family restaurant.
We also still do home-cooked meals like no other
place here in Corpus Christi.
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mexICan food
la Playa saratoga
Jasons deli
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salad bar
Multiple locations
jasonsdeli.com
From the New Orleans-styled Muffaletta, to the

huge New York Yankee, the California Club to the
traditional Reuben, including wraps and great kids
choices. Eating light or hearty appetite, Jason Deli
has something for everyone. Everything free from
trans fats and always served fresh and fast.
Readers Choice: Golden Corral, Souper Salad,
Wallbangers
Jasons deli
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sandWICHes
Multiple locations
jasonsdeli.com
Our salad bar is made up of 39 crocks of fresh cut

and prepared on site twice daily; vegetables, pastas,
potato salads, whole eggs, corn salads, hummus,
quinoa and much more all of which are organic,
trans fat free and free of HFCS. Fresh baked cornbread, gingerbread and garlic toast, as well.
Readers Choice: McAllisters Deli, Nolans, Subway
(multiple locations)
11
Nationally Known, Locally Owned
Thank you
Corpus Christi!
2011
2012
2013
2014
2015
MATTRESSES
PL AC
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Calallen Corpus Christi Portland
CAL825115
1-800-MAT-FIRM
MattressFirm.com
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Restaurants
SuShi
h-e-B
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Thank you Corpus Christi.

h i We are grateful
that you have honored our business with
this award five years in a row.
Our sushi is prepared daily by professionally trained

chefs, made on-site, right in front of our customers.
No need to fish for great meal ideas. Try our amazing selection and some of our favorites such as the
San Antonio Roll and Tempura Roll. Reel in a fresh
catch for your dinner table at H-E-B.
2011 2012
Nick Sissamis, owner of Nikos Steakhouse, which won multiple

honors this year.
2013 2014
2015
Real Estate Agency
SteakS
Nikos Steakhouse
5409 Saratoga Blvd.

992-2333
nikossteakhouse.com
Nikos Steakhouse only uses the finest USDA Choice
Angus Steaks, hand-cut daily in-house and fireroasted by our chefs over Texas mesquite. Our most
popular steak in our Black & Blue ribeye. This ribeye
is rolled in Cajun seasonings, fire-grilled and topped
with our rosemary-gorgonzola compound.
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gene@geneguernsey.com
CAL829221
446 Robert Dr., Corpus Christi, TX 78412
(361) 993-8018
Readers Choice: Outback Steakhouse, Republic of

Texas, U&I Restaurant
Seafood
WaterStreet Restaurants
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Pest
Pe
Control
2015
309 N. Water St.

882-8696
waterstmarketcc.com
Being a local restaurant in Corpus Christi since 1983

has made WaterStreet Restaurants a household
name and we continue to take pride in this every
day. We appreciate our loyal customers and we
know that without them we would not be accepting
this award again. We truly do love where we live.
Readers Choice: Bleu Bistro, Nikos Steakhouse,
Railroad Seafood Station
ELITE EXTERMINATING, INC
GREG & GREGORY AGUIRRE

Thank you South Texas for your continued support and for making us #1!
CAL836092
Pests and termites are just part of living in South Texas. But South Texans
have a strong ally against pests. Elite Exterminating has been protecting
South Texas families and homes for 25 years. Elite was founded in 1990 by
retired United States Army and Vietnam Veteran Greg Aguirre, who came
home to Texas after a long career in the military. Elite Exterminating is family
owned and operated and now in its second generation, Gregory Aguirre,
affectionately known by long-time customers as Little Greg now leads the
team of experts as the companys Entomologist. With the knowledge and
certification to take Elite into the future the bugs dont stand a chance!
361.853.8370 2101 SARATOGA, CORPUS CHRISTI ELITEBUGKILLERS.COM
Multiple locations
HEB.com
PHOTO BY EDDIE SEAL/

Flour Bluff H-E-B Plus wine

steward, Mark Dickinson, is one
of many employees who can help
customers pair wine with foods.
Readers Choice: Hibachi Grill Supreme Buffet,

Imperial Caf, Takeniwa
good-N-Crisp
n
n
WiNgS
Multiple locations
goodncrispchickencorpuschristi.com
This is Good-N-Crisps fourth Year in a row winning

No. 1 Best of the Best wings. Our wings are jumbo
sized and always made to order and hand-tossed
with your flavor. This is what we think sets our
wings apart from others. We now have three locations to serve Corpus Christi including Five Points,
Padre Island and now on Gollihar Road.
Readers Choice: Golden Chick, H-E-B, Hooters
h-e-B
n
n
WiNe SeleCtioN
Multiple locations
HEB.com
Our wine selection is truly incredible. The best

part of our wine area is that we have partners who
are educated on how the different wines pair with
different foods. We are available to assist in party
planning to ensure our customers get the best service and have the best party possible.
Readers Choice: Specs, Liquid Town, World Market
CM
CM
2006 - 2015
Steaks
2006 - 2015
Happy Hour
The Best Fire Roasted

Steaks, Seafood,
Chicken and Ribs
CM
2007 - 2015
Fine Dinning
CM
CM
CM
2011 - 2015
Margarita
2011 - 2015
Bar & Grill
2011 - 2015
Seafood
CM
2015
Fish Tacos
CM
2007, 2011 - 2015

Chicken Fried
Steak
13
CM
2011 - 2015
Wine/Beer
Selection
CAL810148
Thank you for continually

voting us Best of the Best
for 10 years running!
5409 Saratoga Blvd / 3619922333 / OPEN LATE EVERY NIGHT
VOTED #1
BAR-B-QUE
YEARS IN
BUSINESS...
11
YEARS
VOTED
BEST OF THE BEST

4522 Weber Road @ Gollihar
A Bit More than the Average Bar-B-Que Place!
855-6464
2005
New
Restaurant
Thank You
Coastal Bend!
2006 - 2011
Lunch
Sun-Thu 11AM - 8PM Fri-Sat 11AM - 9PM
Large Party Room Available
CAL810199
11
2015
2005 - 2015
Barbecue
14
Community
loCAl event/FestivAl
Community AdvoCAte (business/orgAnizAtion)
Fright night Haunted House
Flint Hills resources

n
n
WHOLE
LOTTA
GOOD
STUFF
2825 Suntide Road

876-8722
n
n
n
Flint Hills Resources is committed to being a good corporate neighbor

and helping add value to communities where we operate. Over the
past three decades we have supported numerous programs that help
educate and enrich children, preserve natural resources, or offer a
hand to those in need.
Readers Choice: Citgo, Food Bank of Corpus Christi, H-E-B
Thank you Corpus Christi for once again for voting us Best of the Best.
Fright Night Haunted House has consistently raised the bar every year.
We are currently working on our three new haunts for 2016 and we
have tripled the size, Again, thank you for voting us the Best of the
Best. See you in October.
Readers Choice: Buc Days, Fiesta de la Flor, Texas Jazz Festival
Community AdvoCAte (individuAl)
mayor nelda martinez
n
n
n
loCAl tourist AttrACtion
local tourist Attraction
Corpus Christi City Hall

1201 Leopard St.
cctexas.com
I care about Corpus Christi and our residents desire to diversify our
economy and improve our infrastructure and sustainability. Im very
grateful to the citizens for choosing me as their community advocate
and I look forward to continuing our shared efforts. I believe our best
days are ahead of us.
Readers Choice: Larry Elizondo, Joe A. Gonzalez (JAG), Chad Magill
Thank you
615 Mesquite St.

548-9865
eatpizzadowntown.com
n
n
n
n
Texas State Aquarium

2710 N. Shoreline Blvd.
881-1321
texasstateaquarium.org
Since even before the Aquarium opened 25 years ago, we have enjoyed
the generous, unwavering support of the local community. Again this
year, the community has rewarded our continuous efforts to enhance
the offerings available at the Aquarium and the experience we provide
our guests.
Readers Choice: Aransas Queen Casino, Schlitterbahn Riverpark &
Resort Corpus Christi, USS Lexington Museum
for voting us
Thank you South Texas

for making us #1!
2015
Chicken
Fried Steak
2015
Catfish
2015
Barbecue
2015
Lunch
2015
Sandwiches
2013,
2014, 2015
Lunch
3 Locations to Serve:
2330 Airline
387-BOYS (2697)
7426 S. Staples
Specializing in Mesquite Broiled

Steaks & Fresh Seafood.
PARTY ROOM AVAILABLE!
Call today to reserve 361-883-3492.
CAL812611
14101 NW Blvd.
CAL819106
985-BOYS (2697)
906-BOYS (2697)
CAL814877
15
Entertainment
el Mercado Bingo
Bingo
Readers Choice: All Saints Bingo, Las Vegas Bingo, Weber

Bingo
funtrackers
n
n
n
Kids Parties

937-9400
funtrackers.com
goLf
gabe Lozano golf course

Readers Choice: Corpus Christi Country Club, Northshore
Country Club, Oso Golf Course
LocaL HoteL
omni corpus christi Hotel
n
n
n

887-1600
omnihotels.com/corpuschristi
Funtrackers is honored to be voted Best of the Best for Kids

Parties. Our loyal customers have been supportive as we transformed the park in the last year to bring the fun to a whole
new level. Thanks so much for all of the support and we look
forward to hosting more parties to come.
We think we were chosen No. 1 because the Omni Corpus

Christi Hotel is the only Four Diamond hotel in the Coastal Bend
and has been a staple of the community for many years. We
dedicate ourselves to leaving a lasting impression with every
guest through award-winning, personal service.
Readers Choice: Gattitown, Get Air, Peter Piper Pizza
Readers Choice: Embassy Suites Hotel, Holiday Inn Marina,

Radisson Hotel
Live Music

884-2739
vbrewsterstreet.net
n
n
Brewster Street offers an open and intimate setting for some

of the best live music in the state of Texas. Family-friendly, a
show at Brewster Street is more than just a concert, its an
event. With delicious food, friendly service and a fun atmosphere, we are the best place in town to see a show.
Readers Choice: American Bank Center, Concrete Street Amphitheater, House of Rock
sPorts Bar
n
n
n

884-2739
brewsterstreet.net
Brewster Street Icehouse is your family-friendly Home Team

Headquarters with 20 HD screens, and great Happy Hour prices
every Cowboys, Texans, Longhorn and Aggie game. Brewsters
hosts the biggest tailgate parties in Corpus Christi before (and
after) every Hooks, IceRays and Islander home game.
PHOTO BY PAUL IVERSON/SPECIAL TO THE CALLER TIMES
Golfers of the driving range at Gabe Lozano Golf Course, which

won Best of the Best honors this year.
Readers Choice: Bubbas 33, Rockits, Wings & More
2015
Jewelry
7009 S. Staples (near Lipes), Suite 101
CAL80669
CAL806699
Thank You For Voting Us #1
991-0300 | www.DennyBalesDiamonds.com
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Financial
american Bank
Banking
n 800 N. Shoreline, Suite

n 992-9900
n americanbank.com
100 South
Our customers are the best, and we want the best for
them. We get to know them and their unique needs.
Then were prepared to find the solution thats the best
fit. One of our customers said, Banking with American
Bank will change your life. Thats huge, but we give it
our best every single day.
Readers Choice: First Community Bank, Navy Federal
Credit Union, Wells Fargo
Credit Union
PHOTO BY PAUl IvERSON/SPECIAl TO THE CAllER TIMES
Corpus Christi City Employees Credit Union Katherine Rojas (from left to right),
David Brooks, Laura Montes, Katie Dominguez, Tracy Hines, Candice Elizade,
Yolanda Montalvo, and Mark Avelar, in the bank lobby, are members of the team
that won in the credit union category.
Corpus Christi City employees

Credit Union
n 3131 Holly Road
n 653-2852
n cccecu.com
For 65 years Corpus Christi City Employees Credit

Unions commitment has been to serve each of our
members needs with a personal touch at the lowest
fees possible. As a community credit union we serve
anyone who lives or works in Nueces County. Thank you
for voting us Best of the Best again!
Readers Choice: Gulf Coast Federal Credit Union, Navy
Army Community Credit Union, Navy Federal Credit
Union
h-e-B
CheCk Cashing
n Multiple locations
n HEB.com
H-E-B customers can count on fast, friendly and convenient service at our business centers. Our partners
understand our customers are busy and work hard to
provide professional assistance, affordable transactions,
plus great customer service. Its what we do best!
Readers Choice: Ace Cash Express, Check n Go,
Speedy Cash
state Farm
insUranCe
Readers Choice: Allstate, GEICO, Progressive

tax serviCes
neal tax service

n 3514 S Alameda St.
n 855-6259
n nealtaxservice.com
At Neal Tax Service, we pride ourselves in offering a

quality service at a competitive price. We have been locally owned and operated since 1995. And we are proud
to be voted No. 1 for four years in a row.
Readers Choice: H&R Block, Jackson Hewitt, Tax Pro
Thank you Caller-Times readers for

voting Wells Fargo Best of the Best
2015 Readers Choice Award
2015 Banking
With multiple locations in the Coastal Bend area, were proud of the roots weve put down here, the
relationships weve built, and helping our customers succeed nancially. Lets talk about how we can help you
achieve your nancial goals.
Visit us at any one of our Coastal Bend locations to learn more.
To schedule an appointment, simply go to wellsfargo.com/
appointments, or stop by any of our nearby locations and talk
to a banker today.
wellsfargo.com
2015 Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. All rights reserved. Member FDIC.
CAL834971
17
Food Services
H-e-B
n
n
Baked Goods
Multiple locations
HEB.com
Birthday, retirement, graduation or just because, no matter the occasion, Weve got baked treats to sweeten any celebration. H-E-B provides the best hot, fresh and delicious assortment daily. Your favorite
cookies, cakes, pies or fresh breads are waiting for you at your H-E-B
bakery.
Readers Choice: Hesters Cafe, JBs German Bakery, La Michiocana
H-e-B
n
n
CaterinG
Multiple locations
HEB.com
H-E-B makes planning for that special event easy with a wide variety of
options for weddings, birthdays, parties, family get-togethers or office
meetings. All beautifully displayed, the foods our customers order are
made with the finest ingredients. Let us take the stress out of feeding
your crowd.
Readers Choice: Jacks Dinner Bell, Jasons Deli, Savor at American
Bank Center
H-E-B bakery employees Maggie Scott (left to right) Krystal Lewis and Aurora Ramirez work at the H-E-B Plus in Flour Bluff. The H-E-B
grocery stores won in the Best Baked Goods category.
Thank You
for voting us
Best of the Best Again!

We are open to the Community!
We dedicate ourselves to provide the best financial
services and products to our members.
2015 Credit Union
(361) 980 - 8203
President & CEO
www.gulfcoastfederalcu.com
Staples Branch
4677 S. Staples
(361) 792 - 7525
Alice Branch
1909 E Main St
(361) 664 - 8331
CAL835194
Rodd Field Branch

2633 Rodd Field Road
Jeremy Garza
Future branch opening

2016 Portland Texas.
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Food Services
Grocery
H-e-B
n
n
Multiple locations
HEB.com
stripes
n
n
Multiple locations
stripesstores.com
Stripes Convenience Stores thanks its customers who voted Stripes

No. 1 Best of the Best Convenience Stores. Stripes Stores commitment
to its customers is to offer friendly and fast service, as well as, hot,
fresh and delicious authentic homemade Mexican food at Laredo Taco
Company. Only at Stripes will you find over 2.1 billion possible fountain
drink combinations.
Multiple locations
HEB.com
You will always find the freshest fruits and vegetables at H-E-B. We stock your H-E-B with produce
grown right here in Texas and we offer a 100 percent freshness guarantee. From apples to avocados
and Serrano peppers to soup kits, H-E-B is sure to
have what you need.
Readers Choice: Sams Club, Sprouts, Walmart
Readers Choice: Fruit King, Sprouts, Walmart
n
n
Meat Market
Multiple locations
HEB.com
H-E-B Carries more than six lines of high quality

beef. Our wide selection also offers 100 percent
beef, our fully-cooked line of brisket, burgers and
fajitas. Your H-E-B market will cut to order what you
need to make any meal memorable.
convenience store
n
n
Produce/fruits & veGetaBles
Here Everythings Better. Every H-E-B delivers fresh

food, quality products and convenient services all
designed around the specific needs of each community. We offer customers the best service, sell only
the freshest and safest products and make sure to
give customers the low prices they deserve.
H-e-B
Stephanie Yanez shops at the Stripes store at 2022 Rodd Field Road. The group of convenience store won Best of the Best honors this year.
H-e-B
Readers Choice: Moodys Meat Market, Sams

Club, Staples St. Market
H-e-B
n
n
seafood Market
Multiple locations
HEB.com
H-E-B is committed to the health, abundance and

sustainability of our oceans and marine life, while
offering you the best variety of quality seafood. We
are committed to the development of a thriving
fishing communities and delivering the highest
quality seafood for generations to come.
Readers Choice: Groomers Seafood, Morgan St.
Seafood Market, Staples St. Market
Readers Choice: 7-Eleven, Times Markets, Valero Corner Stores
Thank You South Texas

2015 Community Advocate - Larry R. Elizondo, Sr.
At CITGO, we believe in fueling good in the communities
in which we live and work. Were thankful for the
opportunities to give back to the people of South Texas.
We encourage everyone to fuel good in your
neighborhoods, because big or small, every act of kindness
makes a difference in someones life.
CAL834956
19
Health/Fitness
Childrens health CliniC
the Childrens Clinic
n 3435 S. Alameda St.

n 361-855-7346
n thechildrensclinic.com
The Childrens Clinic has been providing the best medical care possible to the children of South Texas for more
than 60 years. Our dedicated and knowledgeable team of
doctors and nurses are committed to ensuring that the
highest quality healthcare is accessible to all families of
the Coastal Bend.
Readers Choice: ABC Pediatrics, Driscoll Childrens Urgent Care, Tots & Teens
PhOTO By PAUl IverSOn/SPeCIAl TO The CAller TImeS
Mary Franco (standing, from left), Sylvia Chapa, Dr. Pamela Whitley, Fatima
Dominguez, with Dr. Xavier Leos, and patient Jeanette Perez, at Whitley
Dental, which won Best of the Best honors this year.
ChiropraCtiC Care
lindell Chiropractic
n 7109 S. Staples St.,

n 991-4500
n lindellchiro.com
dental Care
Whitley dental
n 5525 S. Staples St., Suite A5

n 991-7207
n whitleydentalcc.mcjr.net/
I believe the readers chose Whitley Dental because, not

only are our dentists and staff talented professions, we
bring quality dental care to all of our patients in a humane
and dignified manner.
Readers Choice: Dr. Chad Allen, Kennedy Dental Care,
Ocean Dental
Suite A.
It may sound trite, but simply put: we treat others the way
that we want to be treated. I value peoples time and there
is rarely ever a wait in our office. We offer the finest Chiropractic Care at affordable prices and most importantly we
treat patients as people, not conditions.
Readers Choice: Beacon Chiropractic, Armadillo Sport
Chiropractic, Durbin Chiropractic & Wellness Center
PhOTO By PAUl IverSOn/SPeCIAl TO The CAller TImeS
Larry Sievers (from left), Angela Drake, Tom O, owner Dr. Brian Rich,
Marilda Sanchez, Megan Lange, Trish Brummett, Oscar Ramirez and Kim
Nessl are part of the TLC Complete Care team that got Best of the Best
honors this year.
emergenCy room/CliniC
tlC Complete Care
n 7330 S. Staples St.

n 336-0136
n completeemergencycare.com
We believe the readers chose TlC Complete Care because

we offer top notch quality medical care. We treat our
patients like family and are available 24/7. They trust us
and know they will get the help they need when they need
it most. We are honored and humbled to be chosen for
this award.
Readers Choice: Bay Area Quck Care, Christus Spohn
health System, Physicians Premier emergency Care
Thank You South Texas

2015 Community Advocate (Business/Organization)
CITGO Corpus Christi Refinery
At CITGO, we believe in fueling good in the communities
in which we live and work. Were thankful for the
opportunities to give back to the people of South Texas.
We encourage everyone to fuel good in your neighborhoods,
because big or small, every act of kindness
makes a difference in someones life.
CITGOCorpusChristi.com | 2015 CITGO Petroleum Corporation
CAL834959
20
Health/Fitness
HEalTH club/Gym
HospiTal
corpus christi athletic club
christus spohn
Health system
n 2101 airline road

n 992-7100
n ccathleticclub.com
n multiple locations
n christusspohn.org
the corpus christ athletic club is the premiers fitness

facility in south texas and has been in business for 30
years. the athletic club is locally owned and is over an
110,000-square-foot facility with something for every
member of the family. come check out the new renovations and all new cardio equipment.
Photo by Paul Iverson/sPecIal to the caller tImes
Trainer Claudia Shelton helps member Annette Gillespie with her weight
training at the Corpus Christi Athletic Club, which won two awards this
year.
ExErcisE classEs
corpus christi athletic club
n 2101 airline road

n 992-7100
n ccathleticclub.com
the corpus christi athletic club has over 150 group exercise classes a week, that includes Water aerobics, yoga,
Pilates, cardio salsa, Zumba, Piloxing, barre, cycling,
bobyPump, bodyJam, bodycombat & so much more. call
the corpus christi athletic club today for a complimentary visit.
Readers Choice: Golds Gym, Platypus Fitness, Planet
Fitness
HospicE carE
legacy Therapy
Readers Choice: Freedom Fitness, Golds Gym, Planet

Fitness
HEarinG aids
a&b Hearing & audiology center
n 3201 airline road,

n 993-5093
n abhearingaid.com
suite a
at a&b hearing aid and audiology, we go above and

beyond for our patients. We love providing exceptional
hearing health care in our local community. our no. 1 goal
and priority is to help others hear better.
Readers Choice: beltone hearing aids, hear again hearing aids, hearing aid company of texas
uresti senior assistance

n 830 W. King ave., Kingsville
n 361-592-5262
n urestiseniorassistance.com
strong arm
n 10653 leopard
n 548-2570
st.
Readers Choice: KIcKs Family martial arts, lumampao

martial arts, master chois
legacy Therapy center

Readers Choice: affiliated therapy Group, humpal Physical therapy, shea Physical therapy
Readers Choice: coastal home health care, legacy

home health, Inc., nurses on Wheels home health
pHysical THErapy
marTial arTs lEssons
We have a school that teaches respect, manners and commitment to be better. We teach four years old and up. our
mission is to teach the art of defense against bullies and
we do not have to strike to perform this art.
HomE HEalTH carE
our excellent staff of employees has performed according to our mission statement which isto provide quality
health care in the comfort of your home. this achievement was accomplished through teamwork. We would like
to thank the doctors, hospitals, nursing homes and the
community for the referrals.
Readers Choice: angel bright home health, christus

spohn hospice, lighthouse hospice
health care is about people

helping people, and we at
christus spohn are blessed
to have the best associates, volunteers and physicians working together to
deliver the best health care
to all south texans. It is
our personal commitment
to our mission and comPhoto by Paul Iverson/
munity that sets christus
sPecIal to the caller tImes
spohn apart.
Danielle Cade and Rebecca Olog, (in
back, from left) Olive Belleza, William
Readers Choice: corpus
Leschper, Jacob Murphy, Irene Reyes,
christi medical center,
Rainier Rodil, Alexis Mays and M.J.
Driscoll childrens hospital Albacete, part of the team that won
Best Hospital honors this year.
rEHabiliTaTion sErvicEs
legacy Home Health

Readers Choice: christus spohn rehabilitation services,
corpus christi nursing & rehabilitation center, cimarron
Place health & rehab

for Voting Us...
Marcus would like to thank you for
making these past 37 years so successful.
Your continued support for our family owned
establishment is greatly appreciated.
2015
Margaritas
2015
Fajitas
2015
Breakfast
Tacos
5514 Everhart 991-1211 www.kikosmexicanfood.com
CAL825117
2015
Mexican Food
CAL837692
Book your next event in our

extended Banquet Room!
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Voted #1 Again
in the Coastal Bend.
We Know Kids!
CM
Thank you
for your vote!
2015
Childrens
Health Clinic
New Patients Welcome.
Weekend Hours at Alameda

Office. (Sick visits only)
Usually Get Same Day

Appointment.
We work with all local

providers, including Blue
Cross/ Blue Shield, CHIP,
Humana, Aetna, and Medicaid.
4 Convenient Locations.
Se Habla Espaol
Steve Oshman, MD
Edgar L. Cortes, MD
William Dirksen, MD
Tom McNeil, MD
Bruna Callegari-Puente, MD
Teofilo Espiritu, MD
2015 Childrens Health Clinic
Ali Candas, MD
Debra Purcell, MD
Walter Santiago, MD
Alejandro Berenguer, MD
E. Richard Cortes, MD
David Dohi, DO
Uduak Etuknwa, MD
Elena Baber, MD
Katherine H. Hensley, MD
Maria V. Narcise, MD
Sarah E.Withycombe, MD
Jose A.Acebo, CFNP
Laura Gonzales, CFNP

Cecil Rousseau, Jr., CFNP
Kimberely French, CPNP
Leilany Ramos, CPNP
Connie Trice, CPNP
Shelly Garcia, CFNP
Founded in 1952 by Joseph Oshman, MD
Pediatric Center
Next to Driscoll Childrens Hospital

Phone: 855-7346 3435 S. Alameda
Northwest Regional Medical Plaza

Across from Calallen High School
Phone: 241-9541 13725 NW Blvd.
Portland Clinic
Driscoll Plaza South
1830 Billy G.Webb Dr. Across from Spohn Hospital South

Phone: 992-6458 5945 Saratoga
Phone: 643-2518
CAL835130
4 Convenient Locations
www.TheChild
rensClinic.com/guide15
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Health/Fitness
Massage Therapy
ophThalMologisT/opToMeTrisT care
The Woodhouse Day spa
MeDical supplies
Drs. Mcintyre, garza, avila & Jurica
n 6000 S. Staples St., Suite 410

n 985-8488
n Corpuschristi@woodhousespas.com
n 5488 S. Padre Island

n 994-0310
n CCcontacts.com
We exceed our guests expectations at The Woodhouse

Day Spa. Our services are developed to achieve relaxation
and health benefits for the body, mind and soul. We appreciate and enjoy every guest who visits our spa and always
look forward to their next visit with us. We love what we
do.
For 29 years we have been seeing patients at their convenience, not ours. People are busy nowadays, and we see
appointments and walk-ins seven days a week to accommodate any schedule. Plus, we have the latest high-tech
equipment to go along with our caring, friendly staff.
Readers Choice: Advance Massage Therapy, Anthonys

Aveda Salon Day Spa, Corpus Christi Athletic Club
Readers Choice: Alameda Medical Supply, Medical Rehab Supply, Steele Home Medical
Readers Choice: Dugan Eye Institute, Stanton Optical, Dr.

Aynn Upton
raDiology services
Minor eMergency care
radiology and imaging
Bay area Quick care
n 3226 Reid Drive

n 548-7682
n radiologyimaging.com
Suite 109
Over the past six years, we have consistently offered high

quality health care services to over 20,000 patients in the
Coastal Bend area. We consider it an honor and a privilege
to be selected as the No. 1 best minor emergency clinic for
six years in a row. Thanks to everyone who voted for us!
Readers Choice: Calallen Minor Emergency, Physicians
Premier Health, TLC Medical Center
Radiology and Imaging is the best at imaging. Its in our

name. We know what is important to both our patients
and our physicians. We provide the best in imaging services and the fastest turnaround. We truly see what matters.
Readers Choice: Corpus Christi Radiology Center, Radiology & Associates
reTireMenT hoMe/assisTeD living
alameda oaks nursing center
n 1101 S. Alameda
n 882-2711
St.
Alameda Oaks is rated

as a five-star facility by the Center for
Medicare/Medicaid
Services. We are conveniently located in
central Corpus Christi,
close to the major
hospitals and physician offices. We take
pride in our beautiful
facility and caring,
dedicated staff. We
welcome visitors to
our facility.
PHOTO By PAUL IvERSON/SPECIAL TO THE CALLER TIMES
Joyce Williams (from left), Carla Baird,

Arasely Campos and Karen Posas at the
Readers Choice: The
entrance to Alameda Oaks Nursing Center,
Espanade Assisted
which earned Best of the Best honors this
Living, Harbor Place
year.
Retirement, Mirador
Senior Living
TEXAS ADULT HEALTH & ACTIVITY CENTER

We Love to Take Care of Your Loved One
Thank you South Texas for making us #1
2008
Adult
Day Care
2009
Adult
Day Care
2010
Adult
Day Care
2011
Adult
Day Care
2012
Adult
Day Care
2013
Adult
Day Care
2014
Adult
Day Care
2015
Adult
Day Care
3529 Morgan Corpus Christi
1900 S. Washington Beeville
612 Commerce Refugio
(361) 881-8736
(361) 362-0833
(361) 526-1744
CAL844927
n 9929 S. Padre Island Drive,

n 937-2121
n bayareaquickcare.com
Drive, No. 2042
adaptive Driving access


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BAKED GOODS
Hesters
JBs German Bakery
La Michiocana
CATERING
Jacks Dinner Bell
Jasons Deli
Savor at American Bank Center
CONVENIENCE STORE
7 Eleven
Times Markets
Valero Corner Stores
GROCERY
Sams Club
Sprouts
Walmart
MEAT MARKET
Moodys Meat Market
Sams Club
Staples St. Market
FOOD SERVICES
BANKING
First Community Bank
Navy Federal Credit Union
Wells Fargo
CHECK CASHING
Ace Cash Express
Check n Go
Speedy Cash
CREDIT UNION
Gulf Coast Federal Credit Union
Navy Army Community Credit Union
INSURANCE
Allstate
GEICO
Progressive
TAX SERVICES
H&R Block
Jackson Hewitt
Tax Pro
FINANCIAL
COMMUNITY ADVOCATE
(BUSINESS/ORGANIZATION)
Citgo
Food Bank of Corpus Christi
H-E-B
COMMUNITY ADVOCATE
(INDIVIDUAL)
Chad Magill
Joe A. Gonzalez (JAG)
Larry Elizondo
LOCAL EVENT/FESTIVAL
Buc Days
Fiesta de la Flor
Texas Jazz Festival
LOCAL TOURIST ATTRACTION
Aransas Queen Casino
Schlitterbahn
USS Lexington Museum
ENTERTAINMENT
Bingo
All Saints Bingo
Las Vegas Bingo
Weber Bingo
GOLF
Corpus Christi Country Club
Northshore Country Club
Oso Golf Course
KIDS PARTIES
Gattitown
Get Air
Peter Piper Pizza
LIVE MUSIC
American Bank Center
Concrete Street Amphitheater
House of Rock
LOCAL HOTEL
Embassy Suites Hotel
Holiday Inn Marina
Radisson Hotel
SPORTS BAR
Bubbas 33
Rockits
Wings & More
COMMUNITY
AUTO PARTS
AutoNation
Far Beyond Trucks & Access.
OReilly Auto Parts
AUTO WINDOW TINTING
Competition Sound of Corpus Christi
Evins Glass Service
Ziebart
BOATS
Huff Marine
Ronnies Marine
Texas Watercraft & Marine
CAMPERS/RVS/MOTOR
HOMES
Camper Clinic
Colonial de Rey RV Sales
Ron Hoover
OIL CHANGES
Minit Man 10 Minit Oil Change
Pep Boys
Stripes Oil Change/Saratoga
TIRES
Delta Tire & Wheel
Truckers World
TRANSMISSION SERVICES
AAMCO Transmission
Cottman Transmission
Greatstate Transmission
TRUCKING EQUIPMENT
Competition Sound of Corpus Christi
Truckers Equipment
VEHICLE COLLISION REPAIR
Autonation
Caliber Collision
Ricks Detailing
VEHICLE SERVICING/REPAIRS
Dubs Garage
Pro-Tech
Romays
VEHICLE WASH/DETAILING
Carisma Wash Lube & Detail
Ricks Detailing
VIP Car Wash
WRECKER SERVICE
Apollo Towing Service
Lone Star Wrecker Service
Statewide Wrecker Service
AUTOMOTIVE/
RECREATIONAL
SERVICES
APARTMENT/CONDO
COMPLEX
Camden Copper Ridge Apartments
San Marin Apartments
Walnut Ridge Apartments
CARPET CLEANING
Advanced Carpet Cleaning
Excel Carpet Care
Servicemaster Central
ELECTRICITY PROVIDER
CPL Retail Energy
Just Energy
Reliant Energy
ENVIRONMENTAL/GREEN
PRODUCTS/SERVICES
Batteries Plus Bulbs
City of Corpus Christi Gas Dept.
Republic Services
FENCE BUILDING/REPAIRS
A-1 Fence
Hinojosa Fence Company
Rollins Fence Company
FOUNDATION REPAIRS
Du-West Foundation Repair
Eagle Foundation Repair
Level One Foundation Repair
HEATING/AIR CONDITIONING
Bodine Scott Air Conditioning
CCAC
Neal Air Conditioning
HOME BUILDING
Bill Fleeman Homes
Braselton Homes
Sun George Homes
MORTGAGE LENDING
HomeSource Mortgage
Navy Army Community Credit Union
MOVING COMPANY
All My Sons Moving & Storage
Two Men & A Truck Moving
U-Haul
PEST CONTROL
Orkin Pest Control
Pest Patrol
Terminix
HOME SERVICES
CHILDRENS HEALTH CLINIC

ABC Pediatrics
Driscoll Childrens Urgent Care
Tots & Teens
CHIROPRACTIC CARE
Armadillo Sport Chiropractic
Beacon Chiropractic
Durbin Chiropractic & Wellness Center
DENTAL CARE
Dr. Chad Allen
Kennedy Dental Care
Ocean Dental
EMERGENCY ROOM/CLINIC
Bay Area Quick Care
Christus Spohn Health System
Physicians Premier Emergency Care
EXERCISE CLASSES
Golds Gym
Planet Fitness
Platypus Fitness
HEALTH CLUB/GYM
Freedom Fitness
Golds Gym
Planet Fitness
HEARING AIDS
Beltone Hearing Aids
Hear Again Hearing Aids
Hearing Aid Company of Texas
HOME HEALTH CARE
Coastal Home Health Care
Legacy Home Health, Inc.
Nurses on Wheels Home Health
HOSPICE CARE
Angel Bright Home Health
Christus Spohn Hospice
Lighthouse Hospice
HOSPITAL
Corpus Christi Medical Center
Driscoll Childrens Hospital
MARTIAL ARTS LESSONS
KICKs Family Martial Arts
Lumampao Martial Arts
Master Chois
MASSAGE THERAPY
Advance Massage Therapy
Anthonys Aveda Salon Day Spa
Corpus Christi Athletic Club
MEDICAL SUPPLIES
Alameda Medical Supply
Medical Rehab Supply
Steele Home Medical
MEDICAL REHAB SUPPLY
Steele Home Medical
Minor Emergency Care
CALALLEN MINOR
EMERGENCY
Physicians Premier Health
TLC Medical Center
OPHTHALMOLOGIST/
OPTOMETRIST CARE
Dr. Aynn Upton
Dugan Eye Institue
Stanton Optical
PHYSICAL THERAPY
Affiliated Therapy Group
Humpal Physical Therapy
Shea Physical Therapy
RADIOLOGY SERVICES
Corpus Christi Radiology Center
Radiology & Associates
REHABILITATION SERVICES
Christus Spohn Rehabilitation Services
Cimarron Place Health & Rehab
Corpus Christi Nursing & Rehabilitation
Center
RETIREMENT HOME/
ASSISTED LIVING
Harbor Place Retirement
Mirador Senior Living
The Espanade Assisted Living
ASIAN FOOD
China Garden
Hibachi Grill Supreme Buffet
PF Changs
BAR & GRILL
BJs Brewhouse
Brewster Street Icehouse
Executive Surf Club
BARBECUE
Howards BBQ
Millers BBQ
Nolans
BEER SELECTION
B&Js Pizza
House of Rock
Nikos Steakhouse
BREAKFAST
Cracker Barrel
Hesters
T & C Restaurant
BREAKFAST TACOS
Cancun Mexican Restaurant
Garabaldis
Kikos
BUFFET DINING
China Garden
Golden Corral
Golden Kitchen
CATFISH
Good-N-Crisp
Nolans
CHICKEN
Golden Chick
KFC
Popeyes
CHICKEN-FRIED STEAK
Andys Kitchen
Nikos Steakhouse
U & I Restaurant
COFFEE
Coffee Waves
McDonalds
Starbucks
DESSERT
JBs German Bakery
La Frutera
Sonic Drive-In
FAJITAS
Fajitaville
Kikos
RESTAURANT
PET SERVICES
Lost Pet Hotline
Pee Wees Pet Adoption
The Cattery
PET STORE & SUPPLIES
PETCO
Petsmart
Walmart
VETERINARIAN
Corpus Christi Animal Clinic
Southside Animal Hospital
VCA Oso Creek Animal Hospital
PET CARE
LOCAL TV STATION
KRIS Channel 6
KZTV Channel 10
MeTV
METEOROLOGIST/
WEATHERCASTER
Alan Holt (KIII TV3)
Dale Nelson (KRIS Ch. 6)
Maclovio Perez (KRIS Ch. 6)
RADIO PERSONALITY
Barbi & Dan (KSAB 99.9)
Drew (The Beach 96.5)
Rex & Gino (KNCN C-101)
MEDIA
CALLER-TIMES WRITER
Chris Ramirez
David Sikes
Len Hayward
LOCAL CABLE PROVIDER
AT&T U-Verse
Direct TV
Grande Communications
LOCAL RADIO STATION
KNCN C-101
KSAB 99.9
PLANET 102.3
LOCAL SHOW HOST
Dennis & Andy (KSIX 1230)
Jim Lago (KKTX 1360)
The Benchwarmers (KEYS 1440)
LOCAL SPORTSCASTER
Alan Harwell (KRIS Ch. 6)
Ian Steele (KIII-TV3)
Michelle Margaux (KRIS Ch. 6)
LOCAL TV ANCHOR
John Thomas Kobos & Kristin Diaz
(KIII-TV3)
Lee Sausley & Jennifer Lira (KRIS Ch. 6)
Rudy Trevino (KIII-TV3)
MEDIA
PLANT NURSERY
H-E-B
Home Depot
Turners Gardenland
PLUMBING
Lamar Plumbing
Shoreline Plumbing
Smart Plumbing
REAL ESTATE AGENCY
Century 21 (multiple locations)
Gene Guernsey & Associates
Mirabal & Associates
SELF STORAGE FACILITY
Metro Self Storage
Safeguard Mini Storage
U-Stor Self Storage
SWIMMING POOL/
INSTALLATION/REPAIR
Carrier Pools
Galloway Pools
Warehouse Pool Supply
TITLE COMPANY
Coastal Bend Title
Nueces Title Services
Stewart Title
WINDOW (COVERINGS/
HURRICANE)
Academy Window Coverings
Gulf Coast Hurricane Shutters
Home Depot
HEALTH/FITNESS
HOME SERVICES
FOOD SERVICES
PRODUCE/FRUITS &
VEGETABLES
Fruit King
Sprouts
Walmart
SEAFOOD MARKET
Groomers Seafood
Morgan St. Seafood Market
Staples St. Market
RESTAURANT
ANTIQUES
Bettys Trash to Treasures
Codis Craft & Collectibles
Renassaince
APPLIANCES
Best Buy
Conns
Home Depot
ATHLETIC APPAREL
Academy Sports + Outdoors
Dicks Sporting Goods
Fleet Feet Sports
BOOKS
Barnes & Noble Booksellers
H-E-B
Mardels
BRIDAL GOWNS/
ACCESSORIES
An Affair To Remember
Vanessas Bridal
Youngs Bridal
BUILDING MATERIALS
Lowes
MG Building Supply
Sutherlands
CARPET/TILE
Allisons Flooring America
Home Depot
Sals Tile
CLOTHING
Dillards
Julian Gold
Kohls
COMPUTERS
H-E-B
Laptop Shop
Walmart
ELECTRONICS
Altex Electronics
Conns
Marcos Electronics
EYEWEAR
Eyemart Express
Pro Optical
Stanton Optical
FITNESS EQUIP.
Hest Fitness Products
Miras Sports & More
FLORAL ARRANGEMENTS
Always in Bloom
Blossom Shop
Michelles Florists
RETAIL
MEXICAN FOOD
Dos Comales
Kikos
NEW RESTAURANT
Bubbas 33
Rock and Rolls Sushi
Twin Peaks
PIZZA
House of Rock/Pizza Kitchen
Mesquite Street Pizza
Pizza Hut
SALAD BAR
Golden Corral
Souper Salad
Wallbangers
SANDWICHES
McAllisters Deli
Nolans
Subway (multiple locations)
SEAFOOD
Bleu Bistro
Nikos Steakhouse
Railroad Station
STEAKS
Outback Steakhouse
Republic of Texas
U & I Restaurant
SUSHI
Hibachi Grill Supreme Buffet
Imperial Caf
Takeniwa
WINE SELECTION
Liquid Town
Specs
World Market
WINGS
Golden Chick
H-E-B
Hooters
RESTAURANT
FINE DINING
Republic of Texas
Vietnam Restaurant
FISH TACOS
Nikos Steakhouse
Railroad Seafood
FRENCH FRIES
Golden Chick
Good-N-Crisp
Sonic Drive-In
HAMBURGERS
Brewster Street
McDonalds
Sonic Drive-In
HAPPY HOUR
Executive Surf Club
Rockits
HOT DOGS
Dairy Queen
Sonic Drive-In
Stripes
ICE CREAM
Baskin Robbins
Dairy Queen
Marble Slab Creamery
ITALIAN FOOD
Island Italian
Mesquite St. Pizza
Olive Garden
LUNCH
House of Rock/Pizza Kitchen
Mesquite St. Pizza
Nolans
MARGARITA
Kikos
RETAIL
WIRELESS PHONE SERVICE

AT&T
Metro PCS
T-Mobile
TRAVEL AGENCY
Carefree Travel
Litton Travel & Treasures
Rockport Group Travel
SPECIAL OCCASIONS/
WEDDINGS
La Mansion
Omni Hotel
Solomon P. Ortiz Center
SIGN MAKING
Arrow Display Signs
Innovative Signs
Sign Xpress
PHOTOGRAPHY/
VIDEOGRAPHY
DM Productions (David Mendez)
Fonzie Munoz Photography
Raymond Gray Photography
NAIL SALON
Artistic Nails
Salon Palomo
Solar Nails
LIMO/TAXI SERVICE
American Cab Company
Green n Go Cabs
TLC Limos
KEY/LOCK SERVICES
ABC Keys & Safes
Corpus Christi Loc Doc
Eagle Lock & Key
HAIRCUTS
Cost Cutters
Cutting Zone
ProCuts
HAIR COLORING
ProCuts
Salon Palomo
Supercuts
FUNERAL HOME
Dignity Memorial & Funeraria Del Angel
Memory Gardens Funeral Home
Trevino Funeral Home
FAVORITE HIGH SCHOOL

Calallen High School
Richard King High School
Veterans Memorial High School
FAVORITE MIDDLE/JR.HIGH
Calallen Junior High
Flour Bluff Junior High
Kaffie Middle School
FAVORITE ELEMENTARY
SCHOOL
Flour Bluff Elementary
Gloria Hicks Elementary
Mary Helen Berlanga Elementary
EQUIPMENT RENTAL
Butler Signature Events
Home Depot
United Rentals
DRY CLEANING
A-1 Dry Cleaners
Carrs Cleaners & Laundry
J.R. Violas
CHILD DAY CARE

A-Bar-Z Ponderosa
ABC Christian Childcare
Alameda School & Child Care
ADULT DAY CARE

Behavioral Health Center of Nueces
County
Coprus Christi Adult Day Care
Legacy Adult Day Care
SERVICES
SPORTING GOODS
H-E-B Plus
Miras Sports & More
SHOES
Dillards
Macys
Payless Shoes
RESALE STORE
Goodwill Stores
Modern Closet
Red Crow Antiques
PHARMACY/DRUG STORE
CVS Pharmacy
Deleons Pharmacy
Walgreens
PAWN SHOP
Cash America Pawn
EZ Pawn
First Cash Pawn
OFFICE SUPPLIES
FedEx Office
H-E-B
Walmart
MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS
Guitar Center
South Texas Music Mart
The Piano Gallery
MATTRESSES
Ashley Furniture Home Store
Chubbys Mattress
Wilcox Furniture
JEWELRY
Berrys Jewelry
Money Mart Pawn & Jewelry
Susanns Custom Jewelers
GOLF EQUIPMENT/SUPPLIES
Academy Sports + Outdoors
Corpus Christi Country Club
Walmart
GOLD/PRECIOUS METALS
(BUYERS/SELLERS)
Cash American Pawn
First Cash Pawn
Gold Master Jewelers
GIFT SHOP
Bleu Frog Mercantile
North Beach Gift Shop
Send-A-Kiss
FURNITURE
Ashley Furniture Home Store
Ethan Allen
Rooms To Go
READERS CHOICE
2015
SM
CALSP002887
TLC Complete Care
OIL CHANGES
Corpus Christi
Athletic Club
HEARING AIDS
TRANSMISSION SERVICES
TRUCKING EQUIPMENT
Truckers World
Jewelry
Store
2011-13
Gold/Precious
Metals Buyer
& Sellers
2014-15
Gold/Precious
Metals Buyer
& Sellers
CHICKEN
Good-N-Crisp
CATFISH
Catfish Charlies
WIRELESS PHONE SERVICE
Verizon Wireless
H-E-B
Sanborns Travel
Service
2314 Ayers Street

361-852-Gold (4653)
5702 S. Staples
361-993-Gold (4653)
TRAVEL AGENCY
American Bank Center
SPECIAL OCCASIONS/
WEDDINGS
FastSigns
SIGN MAKING
Southwest
Photographics
PHOTOGRAPHY/
VIDEOGRAPHY
Cali Nails
NAIL SALON
VIP Limousines
LIMO/TAXI SERVICE
Corpus Christi
Safe & Lock Company
KEY/LOCK SERVICES
Supercuts
HAIRCUTS
Cost Cutters
HAIR COLORING
FLORAL ARRANGEMENTS
Academy Sports +
Outdoors
FITNESS EQUIP.
Lenscrafters
EYEWEAR
BUFFET DINING
Hibachi Grill &

Supreme Buffet
Best Buy
Best Buy
ELECTRONICS
Stripes / Laredo Taco

Company
BREAKFAST TACOS
COMPUTERS
Marshalls
CLOTHING
Alexanders Carpet One
CARPET/TILE
Home Depot
BUILDING MATERIALS
Davids Bridal
BRIDAL GOWNS/
ACCESSORIES
Half Price Books
BOOKS
Miras Sports & More
ATHLETIC APPAREL
Appliance Mart
APPLIANCES
2207 Hwy 35N Ste A

361-727-2274
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MORTGAGE LENDING
Hogan Homes
HOME BUILDING
Rapid Air
HEATING/AIR CONDITIONING
On the Level
Foundation Repair
FOUNDATION REPAIRS
D&C Fence Company
Stripes/Laredo Taco
Company
BREAKFAST
H-E-B
BEER SELECTION
Silverado Smokehouse
BARBECUE
Nikos Steakhouse
BAR & GRILL
Takeniwa
ASIAN FOOD
RESTAURANT
Animal Hospital of
Padre Island
Seaside Memorial Park

& Funeral Home
Red Crow Antiques
2011-14
Corpus Christi City

Employees Credit Union
CREDIT UNION
H-E-B
CHECK CASHING
American Bank
BANKING
FINANCIAL
H-E-B
SEAFOOD MARKET
FENCE BUILDING/REPAIRS
H-E-B
VETERINARIAN
FUNERAL HOME
ANTIQUES
RETAIL
Mary Carroll
High School
FAVORITE HIGH SCHOOL
WINGS
Good N Crisp
Grant Middle School
FAVORITE MIDDLE/JR.HIGH
Luther Jones
Elementary
FAVORITE ELEMENTARY
SCHOOL
B&T Rents
EQUIPMENT RENTAL
Peerless Cleaners
DRY CLEANING
Bay Area Child

Development Center
CHILD DAY CARE
Texas Adult Health &

Activity
ADULT DAY CARE
SERVICES
Academy Sports +
Outdoors
SPORTING GOODS
Academy Sports +
Outdoors
SHOES
H-E-B
WINE SELECTION
H-E-B
SUSHI
Nikos Steakhouse
STEAKS
SEAFOOD
Jasons Deli
SANDWICHES
Jasons Deli
SALAD BAR
Papa Johns Pizza
PIZZA
Chipotle
RESALE STORE
The Cottage Shop
H-E-B
PRODUCE/FRUITS & VEGE.
City of Corpus Christi

Solid Waste Dept.
ENVIRONMENTAL/GREEN
PRODUCTS/SERVICES
ELECTRICITY PROVIDER
Stanley Steemer
Carpet Cleaner
CARPET CLEANING
Saratoga Cove
Apartments
APARTMENT/
CONDO COMPLEX
HOME SERVICES
Alameda Oaks
Nursing Center
PET STORE & SUPPLIES
Gulf Coast
Humane Society
RETIREMENT HOME/
ASSISTED LIVING
PET SERVICES
Coco & Big Frank

(KRYS K-99)
RADIO PERSONALITY
Bill Vessey (KIII TV3)
METEOROLOGIST/
WEATHERCASTER
KIII-TV 3
PET CARE
Legacy Home Health
MEAT MARKET
H-E-B
LOCAL TV ANCHOR
Chris Thomasson
(KIII-TV3)
LOCAL SPORTSCASTER
Rudy Trevino & Barbi

Leo (KIII-TV3)
NEW RESTAURANT
La Playa Saratoga
MEXICAN FOOD
LOCAL RADIO STATION
REHABILITATION SERVICES
Radiology & Imaging
RADIOLOGY SERVICES
Legacy Therapy Center
PHYSICAL THERAPY
LUNCH
Nikos Steakhouse
LOCAL TV STATION
Drs. Mcintyre, Garza,

Avila & Jurica
ITALIAN FOOD
Carinos Italian
Restaurant
H-E-B
PHARMACY/DRUG STORE
ICE CREAM
Sonic Drive-In
HOT DOGS
Money Mart Pawn &

Jewelry
PAWN SHOP
Office Depot
Wienerschitzel
MARGARITA
OPHTHALMOLOGIST/
OPTOMETRIST CARE
Bay Area Quick Care
HAPPY HOUR
Time Warner Cable
LOCAL SHOW HOST
MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS
OFFICE SUPPLIES
LOCAL CABLE PROVIDER
KRYS 99.1 (K-99)
MATTRESSES
Mattress Firm
Whataburger
Nikos Steakhouse
CALSP002886
Denny Bales Diamonds
JEWELRY
Edwin Watts Golf
GOLF EQUIP./SUPPLIES
Money Mart Pawn &

Jewelry
GOLD/PRECIOUS METALS
(BUYERS/SELLERS)
Gatherings
GIFT SHOP
Wilcox Furniture
Sound Vibrations
U&I Restaurant
Joe Gazin & Katia

Uriate (KIII-TV3)
NEC - Nueces Electric

Co-op
H-E-B
RETAIL
FURNITURE
HAMBURGERS
McDonalds
FRENCH FRIES
Brewster Street
Icehouse
FISH TACOS
Nikos Steakhouse
FINE DINING
Kirsten Crow
MEDIA
CALLER-TIMES WRITER
Half Price Solar

Screens
WINDOW (COVERINGS/
HURRICANE)
San Jacinto Title

Services
TITLE COMPANY
Leslies Swimming
Pool Supply
SWIMMING POOL/
INSTALLATION/REPAIR
AAA Storage
SELF STORAGE FACILITY
MINOR EMERGENCY CARE
The Woodhouse Day

Spa
MASSAGE THERAPY
Adaptive Access
Driving
MEDICAL SUPPLIES
Strong Arms
MARTIAL ARTS LESSONS
Christus Spohn
Health System
HOSPITAL
Legacy Therapy Home

Health Inc.
HOSPICE CARE
USA Uresti Senior

Assistance
HOME HEALTH CARE
GROCERY
Stripes
CONVENIENCE STORE
H-E-B
CATERING
H-E-B
BAKED GOODS
FOOD SERVICES
Brewster Street
Icehouse
SPORTS BAR
Omni Hotel
LOCAL HOTEL
Brewster Street
Icehouse
LIVE MUSIC
Funtrackers
KIDS PARTIES
Gabe Lozano Golf

Course
GOLF
El Mercado Bingo
BINGO
ENTERTAINMENT
Texas State Aquarium
LOCAL TOURIST ATTRACTION
Fright Night
Haunted House
LOCAL EVENT/FESTIVAL
Mayor Nelda Martinez
COMMUNITY ADVOCATE
(INDIVIDUAL)
Flint Hills Resources
COMMUNITY ADVOCATE
(BUSINESS/ORGANIZATION)
COMMUNITY
Texas Wrecker Service
WRECKER SERVICE
Mr. Fancy Pants
VEHICLE WASH/DETAILING
Autonation
VEHICLE SERVICING/REPAIRS
American Collision
VEHICLE COLLISION REPAIR
Autonation
A&B Hearing &
Audiology Center
HEALTH CLUB/GYM
Discount Tire Co.
TIRES
Corpus Christi
Athletic Club
EXERCISE CLASSES
EMERGENCY ROOM/CLINIC
CCRV
Whitley Dental
DENTAL CARE
CAMPERS/RVS/MOTOR
HOMES
Coldwell Banker
Pacesetter Steel
Realtors
REAL ESTATE AGENCY
Gulf Coast Marine
La Playa Saratoga
My Dads Plumber
PLUMBING
Lindell Chiropractic
CHIROPRACTIC CARE
BOATS
H-E-B
FAJITAS
HEALTH/FITNESS
Gills Landscape
Nursery
DESSERT
PLANT NURSERY
CHILDRENS HEALTH CLINIC
Stripes
Elite Exterminating
COFFEE
PEST CONTROL
TAX SERVICES
Neal Tax Service
Nolans
Half Price Movers
State Farm
The Childrens Clinic
Autonation
CHICKEN-FRIED STEAK
RESTAURANT
MOVING COMPANY
HOME SERVICES
INSURANCE
FINANCIAL
Far Beyond Tint &

Alarm
AUTO WINDOW TINTING
Auto Zone
AUTO PARTS
AUTOMOTIVE/
RECREATIONAL
SERVICES
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2015
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necretail.com
Excellent customer care, money back to members

and no rate games means we truly care about
you. NEC Retail could not be more thankful to the
member/owners who acknowledged those efforts
by selecting us for this award. As a hometown company, NEC Retail is the best choice for your home or
business.
Readers Choice: CPL Retail Energy, Just Energy,
Reliant Energy
Your #1
stop for all
Musical Instruments!
Home Building
Hogan Homes
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Multiple locations
hoganhomestexas.com
We are proud to say that hogan homes will celebrate 50 years of business in 2016. the residents of
the Coastal Bend know hogan homes is a company
they can trust when it comes to home building.
We thank you Corpus Christi for voting us the No. 1
builder for 13 years in a row.
Open
Sundays
2005-2014
MUSICAL
INSTRUMENTS
CAL812557
1638 S. Staples
@ 6 Points
884-8981
www.soundvibrations.com
Readers Choice: Braselton homes, Bill Fleeman

homes, Sun George homes
FenCe Building/repAirS
d&C Fence Company

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1029 Savage Lane

289-8277
dcfence.com
thank you Corpus Christi for allowing us to be voted

Best of the Best once again, we could not do it
without our outstanding customers. D & C offers a
variety of fencing/access control allowing us to best
suit the needs of our customers for residential, commercial and industrial installation. We have a strong
commitment to customer service and dont consider
our job complete until customers are 100 percent
satisfied. We truly do always try to put what is right
first and do all with integrity. our No. 1 goal is you,
the customer.
Readers Choice: A-1 Fencing, hinojosa Fence Company, Rollins Fence Company
2015
New Restaurant
CAL838077
ApArtment/Condo Complex
Saratoga Cove Apartments
Thanks For
Voting Us #1!
30
Homes Services

for voting for us!
Great Mexican Food!

Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Specials.
Ask about our drink specials.
2015
Breakfast
Tacos
200 N. Staples 361-884-5456
CAL825389
PHoto By PAUL IverSoN/SPeCIAL to tHe CALLer tIMeS
Jessica De La Garza (from left), Lesa Garcia, Karen Stipp, Melba Carrales and Susan Geissel, with the home loan department at First Community Bank, which earned top honors this year in the mortgage lending category.
Mortgage Lending
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FCB has been voted Best in Mortgage Lending for

eight years. We make buying a home as simple as
possible, we earn our customers trust, and they
refer us to family and friends. Buying, building or
refinancing, theres only one First Community Bank
Home Loan Center...the only lender youll ever need.
Mayor Nelda Martinez

I look forward to a bright future for
our beautiful community! Thank you,
Corpus Christi, for voting me as your
community advocate.
2014 & 2015
Community Advocate
(Individual)
City Call Center

361-826-CITY
Thank you South Texas

for your continued support
and for voting for us!
416 N. Water St.

888-9310
fcbot.com
Readers Choice: HomeSource Mortgage, Navy

Army Community Credit Union, Navy Federal Credit
Union
CAL823591
Thank you for

voting us #1!
Carpet/Tile
Carpet/Tile
2008,2009,2010 2011,2012,2013,
2014,2015
D & C FENCE CO., INC.
Residential - Commercial - Industrial
BEST
TOP
QUALITY
2013-2015
FENCE BUILDING
AND REPAIR
CAL807497
PRICES
Sals
Tile, Inc.
6515 Teamwork Trail, Corpus Christi, Texas
361-853-0079, salstilecctx.com
Visit our New

Showroom
CAL828034
Chain Link Gate Operators

Ornamental Iron Aluminum
All Wood Fences PVC Fence
Telephone Entry Systems
Look for us
in your ATT
Yellow Pages
1029 Savage Lane
289-8277
www.dcfence.com
Foundation repairs
on the Level
Foundation & roofing
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805 S. Staples, Suite e

881-9616
ontheLevelFoundationAndroofing.com
We were chosen again this year for our companys

ability and quality to provide our customers with
the highest level of services, honesty and commitment to deliver the best plan of foundation and
roofing for their home. We have been in business
for 20 years and are honored to serve Corpus
Christi.
Readers Choice: Du-West Foundation repair, eagle
Foundation repair, Level one Foundation repair
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Thank you South Texas for

continuing to vote us #1!
Alameda Oaks Nursing Center
is dedicated to preserving the dignity, health and

happiness of its residents, with an ultimate goal of
providing the highest-quality nursing care available in an
environment of compassion and concern for residents.
1101 So Alameda
361-882-2711
2013-2015
Retirement Home/Assisted Living
CAL812491
THANK YOU SOUTH TEXAS FOR MAKING US #1!
TEXAS
WRECKER
Heavy Towing
y
& Recovery
Dispatched 24 Hours
7 Days a Week
50 years of
outstanding service
TEXAS
WRECKER
Tractors-Trailers RVS & Motorhomes 5th Wheel

Buses Repos Sand & Mud Pull Outs
2015
Wrecker
Service
2008
Vehicle
Servicing
2009
Wrecker
Service
2010
Wrecker
Service
2011
Wrecker
Service
2012
Wrecker
Service
2013
Wrecker
Service
2014
Wrecker
Service
50 th Anniversary!
(361) 883-3948
3449 Morgan Ave.
1-800-924-5102
CAL812609
RALPH RIVERA
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Homes Services
Moving CoMpany
Half price Movers

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937-7615
halfpricemovers.com
1/2 Price Movers has been in business since 1979. We strive for
excellence on every move. Our top priority is 100 percent customer
satisfaction. Moving is a stressful experience, so we confirm one and
three days prior to your move to ensure a smooth moving experience,
and post move follow-ups for quality assurance.
Readers Choice: All My Sons Moving & Storage, Two Men & A Truck
Moving, U-Haul
pest Control
elite exterminating
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PHOTO By PAUl IvERSOn/SPECIAl TO THE CAllER TIMES
Owners James Gill and Sally Gill, Cassie White, and Hildalgo Salas of Gill Landscape Nursery, which won the best plant nursery category
again this year.
plant nursery
Heating/air Conditioning
gill landscape nursery
2810 Airline Road; 4441 Alameda St.

992-9674; 993-4795
gillnursery.com
rapid air
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2101 leopard St.

882-2111
rapidaircc.com
Readers Choice: Orkin Pest Control, Pest Patrol, Terminix
We strive to go above and beyond to create an

emotional impact on our customers and give them
a positive story they can take with them. A part of
this is our expertise; we bring a level of knowledge
that makes us the go-to source for answers and
guidance from our customers. And we have fun!
Rapid Air continues to strive to provide the Coastal

Bend with personal, honest, dependable and reliable
service. Doing whatever it takes to make things
right and comfortable for the customer. With our
100 percent guarantee, it gives the customer the
satisfaction and pieced of min.
Readers Choice: Turners Gardenland, H-E-B, Home

Depot
Readers Choice: Bodine Scott Air Conditioning,

CCAC, neal Air Conditioning
self storage faCility
Elite Exterminating has protected Texas families and homes against

disease carrying pests and wood destroying insects for 25 years. We
strive daily for excellence in customer service and pride ourselves in
being the best in our field of professional and licensed exterminators.
We thank all those who voted.
leslies swimming pool supply
Readers Choice: Metro Self Storage, Safeguard

Mini Storage, U-Stor Self Storage
Readers Choice: Carrier Pools, Galloway Pools
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5034 Holly Road

992-9231
corpuschristi-homes.com
Coldwell Banker Pacesetter Steel has been selling property in the

Coastal Bend area since 1979 and has earned a solid reputation for
integrity and professionalism. With three offices and more than 100
agents, we service the entire Corpus Christi bay area. Our well trained
Realtors produce results.
swiMMing pool/installation/repair
aaa storage
real estate agenCy
Coldwell Banker pacesetter steel realtors
Readers Choice: Century 21 (multiple locations), Gene Guernsey &

Associates, Mirabal & Associates
Thank you
Corpus Christi
for voting us
Readers Choice!!
LIVE MORE.
See a THERAPIST you Trust...

So you can TRUST the
Therapist you see.
Thank You
CAL835463
We Appreciate Your Vote!

Call us today at 361-371-4122.
5857 Timbergate Drive | Corpus Christi, TX 78414

www.MiradorRetirement.com
2015
Retirement Home/
Assisted Living
2015
Vehicle
Wash-Detailing
Ricks Detailing
5146 Ayers
Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.
361-855-4490
www.ricksdetailing.com
to our patients
for voting for us!
2013-2015
Physical Therapy
4738 South Padre Island Dr.

361-853-6100
www.athgp.com
CAL835045
2015
Vehicle
Collision Repair
CAL835960
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2101 Saratoga Blvd.

853-8370
EliteBugKillers.com
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CAL807033
We are so grateful for

all who voted to make
RED CROW ANTIQUES

the Best of the Best!
2015
Antiques
Come visit us & tackle your Christmas list...the shop is full of antiques, furniture & collectibles.
Our new gift area is stocked with Mason Jar lights and dcor, yummy salsas & dips, soaps &
lotions, Tula Blue necklaces & our new line of oating charm lockets! Be sure to visit
Coastal Consignments, an ever changing selection of quality furniture & dcor.
Wishes for Merry Christmas & a Blessed New Year from all of us at
RED CROW ANTIQUES
(TAKING
CONSIGNMENTS DAILY)
BEST ESTATE LIQUIDATORS

(PROVIDING
QUALITY
ESTATE SALES
4325 S. ALAMEDA STREET, CORPUS CHRISTI, TX 78412
361-857-5977
THROUGHOUT THE
COASTAL BEND)
CAL825126
COASTAL CONSIGNMENTS
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Homes Services
Plumbing
my Dads Plumber
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2528 holly road

438-7700
mydadsplumber.com
since 2007, we have done our best to provide prompt and personal
service to the citizens of corpus christi. through hard work and experience, it is our goal to protect the health of the community, one job at
a time.
Photo by Paul Iverson/

sPecIal to the caller tImes
Johnny Robertson (back from

from left), Shaun Barcroft, Zach
Polunsky, Jordan Sandoval,
Jeanne Herring and Mike
Herring (front row, from left)
Martin Gomez, John Lopez,
Jose Alvarez, Bryan Baker
and Larry Herring of My Dads
Plumber, which won the plumbing category this year.
Readers Choice: lamar Plumbing, shoreline Plumbing, smart Plumbing

TiTle ComPany
San Jacinto Title Services
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5324 holly road

985-2004
sanjacintotitle.com/
customers appreciate our escrow teams experience, commitment

to customer service and investment in new technologies. Dramatic
changes in our industry can cause a sense of uncertainty and instability. our customers feel comfortable here. they trust our work ethic,
stability and professionalism.
Readers Choice: coastal bend title, nueces title services, stewart
title
WinDoW (CoveringS/HurriCane)
Half Price Solar Screens
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1233 seth st.

480-5430
halfpricesolarscreens.com
CAL807092
We are the no. 1 best of the best winner again because of our 100
percent commitment to old fashioned customer service. We offer the
widest variety of quality window coverings at affordable prices. We
set on-time, in-home consultations, thoroughly explain your choices,
and answer all your question.
Readers Choice: academy Window coverings, Gulf coast hurricane
shutters, home Depot
GOOD-N-CRISP
2015
2015
Hamburgers French Fries
Thanks Corpus Christi, for your votes!

3500 Ayers 361-882-0562 4801 S. Staples 361-994-9704
6557 S. Staples 361-991-9790 11121 Leopard St, 361-242-9908
1203 HWY 35 North Rockport 361-729-8550
728 San Patricio Ave. Mathis 361-547-7937
2015
Wings
2015
Chicken
2015
Catfish
2015
French Fries
4101 IH 69, Ste. N-8 361-241-5796 | 14601 SPID 361-949-0011

4934 Gollihar Rd. 361-452-1291
2015
CAL810138
2015
Hot Dogs
Voted #1
for Athletic
Apparel!
CAL834980
2015
Dessert
Where cool kids

get cool stuff
Thanks for Voting for us!

CAL807513
2015
Ice Cream
CHICKEN
6006 Ayers-Corpus Christi, TX

www.mirassports.com
(361) 852-4541 (361) 852-4609 (F)
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Media
Kirsten Crow
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COMPASSIONATE &
PROFESSIONAL
CARE
RngE
Medicine Surgery Boarding Grooming
ming
mi
Caller-Times WriTer
820 N. Lower Broadway

886-4316
caller.com
Preventative & Wellness Health Care

re
I am truly appreciative of readers and their support of the newspaper.

I hope to always serve our community by reporting with an even hand
and with readers in mind. The Caller-Times newsroom, as a collective,
is successful because of our readers, as well as our dedicated editors
and reporters.
WE APPRECIATE
YOUR VOTE!
Readers Choice: Len Heyward, Chris Ramirez, David Sikes

loCal Cable Provider
2015
Veterinarian
narian
Time Warner Cable

twc.com
Time Warner Cable offers cable TV, super-fast Internet, phone services
and home security and management products. TWC customers can
watch their favorite video content on multiple devices through the
TWCTV app, and Showtime Anytime and many more.
CAL809244
DR . CHRISTI KRESSER
361.949.8200 14802 COMPASS STREET
Readers Choice: AT&T U-Verse, Direct TV, Grande Communications

loCal radio sTaTion
& Elegant Interiors
501 Tupper Lane

560-5991
K99Country.com
K-99 is a community leader in South Texas, and we are proud to help

events large and small. This year was our 13th radiothon for Driscoll
Childrens Hospital, and our total pledged from 13 years is $1 million.
We love where we live, and we love being a part of our listeners lives.
Thank you all.
Readers Choice: KNCN C-101, KSAB 99.9, PLANET 102.3
Coco & big Frank

(KrYs K-99)
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Thank You
Corpus Christi!
2012
Window
Coverings/
Hurricane
361-480-5430
radio PersonaliTY
www.halfpricesolarscreens.com
501 Tupper Lane

560-5991
K99Country.com
Like Us
OPEN FOR
LUNCH AND DINNER
DAILY LUNCH
SPECIALS
CATERING AVAILABLE
CoCo and I have a lot of fun

each morning and I think that
comes across well. We work
to balance information and
entertainment. Were just two
real people in South Texas who
share what we do in our daily
lives. We always remember
that kids are listening and so
are both of our mothers thanks
to iHeartRadio.
Readers Choice: Rex & Gino
(KNCN C-101), Barbi & Dan
(KSAB 99.9), Drew (The Beach
96.5)
2013 - 2015
Window
Coverings/
Hurricane
Solar Screens
Plantation Shutters
Wood/Faux wood Blinds
Honeycomb Cell Shades
Roman Shades
Roller Shades
Hurricane Protection
Security Screens
Thank
you
PHoTo By PAUL IVERSoN/SPECIAL To THE CALLER TImES
Big Frank and Coco, in the studio at KRYS radio, is the duo who won the radio personality
category this year.
for Voting us
Best of the Best
2014-2015
2014-2015
Mexican Food
Fajitas
2014
Fish Tacos
5017 Saratoga Blvd. #131 361-986-0089

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www.LaPlayaSaratoga.com
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CAL809579
KrYs 99.1 (K-99)
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Media
THANK YOU
LocaL shoW hosT
rudy Trevino & Barbi Leo (KIII-TV3)

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for voting

986-8300
kiiitv.com
Domingo Live serves as a platform for our community. It allows us to connect with our viewers
directly every week, which makes the show unique.
Rudy and I are proud to be a part of this South Texas
tradition. We sincerely thank you for allowing us to
be a part of your Sunday.
PHOTO By PAUL IVeRSON/SPeCIAL TO THe CALLeR TIMeS
Joe Gazin (from left), Katia Uriate, Rudy Trevino, Bill Vessey, and
Chris Thomasson, in the KIII-TV studio. KIII-TV3 and its team won
multiple honors again this year.
WaterStreet Restaurants
BEST OF THE BEST

SEAFOOD!
CAL808645
Thank you for voting

S.E.A. District in 2015!
LocaL TV anchor
Joe Gazin & Katia Uriate (KIII-TV3)
n
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986-8300
kiiitv.com
Many thanks to our viewers here in South Texas for

honoring us in this way. It is truly a team effort and
earning your trust each and every day remains our
top priority. - Joe Gazin
I hope the Caller-Times readers picked our 3 News
Team as Best Of The Best because they trust us and
know we will deliver the best news coverage in the
Coastal Bend. - Katia Uriate
Readers Choice: John Thomas Kobos & Kristin
Diaz (KIII-TV3), Lee Sausley & Jennifer Lira (KRIS Ch.
6), Rudy Trevino (KIII-TV3)
MeTeoroLoGIsT/WeaThercasTer
Bill Vessey (KIII TV3)

986-8300
kiiitv.com
Readers Choice: The Benchwarmers (KeyS 1440),

Jim Lago (KKTX 1360), Dennis & Andy (KSIX 1230)
LocaL sporTscasTer
chris Thomasson (KIII-TV3)
n
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986-8300
kiiitv.com
Thank you to the people of South Texas for my first

honor of Best of the Best. I truly enjoy bringing you the
nightly sports in the Coastal Bend day in and day out.
If you ever see me out and about at a game shooting
or reporting, feel free to say hi and talk some ball.
Readers Choice: Alan Harwell (KRIS Ch. 6), Michelle Margaux (KRIS Ch. 6), Ian Steele (KIII-TV3)
KIII-TV 3
n
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LocaL TV sTaTIon

986-8300
kiiitv.com
Thank you everybody. I appreciate your support and

I appreciate you watching. Thanks again.
each year the people of South Texas vote and

choose a No. 1 one source for news and entertainment. KIII-TV has been consistently at the top of the
list because of what we represent; our community,
friends and neighbors. earning our slogan: People
you Know And Trust is at the heart of our mission.
Readers Choice: Alan Holt (KIII TV3), Dale Nelson

(KRIS Ch. 6), Maclovio Perez (KRIS Ch. 6)
Readers Choice: KRIS Channel 6, KZTV Channel

10, MeTV
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For Voting
Live Music
CAL825318
CAL82625
CAL8
CAL826255
26255
Live Music
Sports Bar
Hamburgers
Bar & Grill
Catfish
Happy Hour
Margarita
2014
7213 S. Staples St.
CARWASH
Corpus Christi, TX
2015
5329 S. Staples St.
CARWASH
Corpus Christi, TX
37
Thank you for your votes!

Coming Soon to Calallen!
Walk-Ins Welcome No Wait

Urgent Care Services
Occupational Medicine
Family Medicine
Womens Health Services
Minor Emergencies
Parkdale Plaza 4117 S. Staples, Ste 140

361-855-1121 www.tlcmedicalcenter.com
DANIEL WAGNER M.D.
2014-2015
Minor
Emergency Care
BRIAN RICH, D.O.
CAL808639
MEDICAL CENTER
20 Yearss
Dry Cleaning
g
Making Corpus Christi

look its best for over
75 years!
16 Locations
in the
Coastal Bend
Three of the reasons why we are

Best of the Best year after year:
Certified Garment
Care Professionals
Douglas Johnson, CGCP

Helen Mechell, CGCP
Garry Jackson, CGCP
www.PeerlessCleaners.com
CAL811946
38
Pet Care || Services
Thank You Coastal Bend
for Voting Us #1
Eleven Years in a Row!

CARPET CLEANING SPECIAL
PER
ROOM
CAL792627
35
( 3 Room Minimum )
2005-2015
Carpet Cleaning
Cleaning Completed By 1/30/16 Promo Code: BEST
PHOTO By PAuL IVErSOn/SPECIAL TO THE CALLEr TIMES
361-814 - 9554
Serving the Greater Coastal Bend Area

Minimum charges apply. Not valid in combination with other coupons or offers. Must present
promo code at time of service. Valid at participating locations only. Residential only. Cannot be
used for water emergency services. Certain restrictions may apply. Call for details.
China Garden
Super Buffet
Belinda Martinez, Esmeralda Trevino, Silvia Moreno, Angel Gutierrez, Delia Acuna, Crystal Levine, Sally Sanchez, Leslie Resendez
and C.J. Galvan with Texas Adult Health & Activity Center, which
won in the adult day care category this year.
Pet ServiceS
adult day care
Gulf coast Humane Society

Readers Choice: Lost Pet Hotline, Pee Wees Pet
Adoption, The Cattery
Open Christmas Day & New Years Day!
H-e-B
Party Room
Available!
(for up to 150)
Pet Store & SuPPlieS
Multiple locations
HEB.com
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Order Your Party Trays Now!
We know how important pets are to a family so we

keep all the top brands well stocked so your animals
are happy and healthy. We also offer a wide variety
of toys that make great holiday gifts.
Thank you
for your
votes!
Readers Choice: Petsmart, PETCO, Walmart

veterinarian
Children Under 4 Eat Free

All Day
for
Children 4-10 yrs. old
$4.29
2010-11,2013-15
Buffet Dining
2010-2015
Asian Food
10% Off Senior Discount

(Over the age of 62) & Military
4101 S. Padre Island Dr. 814-7888
PHOTO By PAuL IVErSOn/SPECIAL TO THE CALLEr TIMES
Amy Beale (back from left), Robin Gentry, Brianna Perez and Mia
Guerra; (seated, from left) Erik Cavazos, Jacob Sanchez, Bradley
Fuentes and Harold Bennett, all holding adoptable dogs at the Gulf
Coast Humane Society.
animal Hospital of Padre island

Readers Choice: Corpus Christi Animal Clinic,
VCA Oso Creek Animal Hospital, Southside Animal
Hospital
texas adult Health & activity

center
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3529 Morgan St.

881-8736
TADC@yahoo.com
Texas Adult Day Care serves people in need of

special services. Our clients are given the best care
available, to ensure their loved ones that they are
left in a safe and secure environment. Our facility
prepares hot meals and transportation. Medical assistance is available on site.
Readers Choice: Behavioral Health Center of nueces County, Corpus Christi Adult Day Care, Legacy
Adult Day Care
cHild day care
Bay area child development

center
Readers Choice: A-Bar-Z Ponderosa, ABC Christian
Childcare, Alameda School & Child Care
CAL809253
www.elmercadobingo.com
EL MERCADO BINGO
Thank You for Voting Us Best of the Best in Bingo For 2014
YEARS IN A ROW
Day Bingo
Mon-Fri 1PM Sat-Sun 11AM & 1PM
2010
Bingo
2011
Bingo
2012
Bingo
2013
Bingo
2014
Bingo
2015
Bingo
CORPUS CHRISTI
2015
Salad Bar
2015
Sandwiches
2015
Catering
CAL807520
THANKS!
CAL810126
The Valencia 6110 Ayers St. (361) 851-0505
Night Bingo
Mon-Thu 7PM Fri-Sun

-Sun
-S
un 7PM
PM & 9PM
Windchase Shopping Center 2033 Airline (361) 334-6016
Christ the King School Southside Youth Football League, Inc. Optimist Club of Downtown Corpus Christi, Inc. and Optimist Foundation of Downtown
Corpus Christi Christ The King Church Ayers Civic Center Fighting to Rid Gangs in America Foundation Kiwanas Club of Corpus Christi Bay
CAL840782
39
Services
Peerless cleaners
TLC
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COMPLETE CARE
York
tow
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Corpus
Christi
2015
Emergency
Clinic
Room/
Corpus Christi
for voting us
361-993-0188
7330 S Staples St.

Corpus Christi
CompleteEmergencyCare.com
#1
CAL832757
ples S
t.
Sara
toga
Blv
Dry cleaning
Multiple locations
peerlesscleaners.com
Our staff has earned Best of the Best in dry cleaning for (many) years.
We work at it on a daily basis, making sure our customers get what
they have come to expect from the Best of the Best Cleaner. We are
also the only cleaner in the Coastal Bend with three Certified Garment
Care Professionals.
Thank You
S Sta
24hr
ER
Thank you, South Texas!
Readers Choice: A-1 Dry Cleaners, Carrs Cleaners & Laundry, J.R.
Violas
B&t rents
equiPment rental
1321 S. Staples St.

884-6238
btrents.com
n
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Seventy-seven years of serving the South Texas area for parties,

festivals, weddings, concerts, conventions, political events, etc. In addition to special events, being the largest retailer of flags south of San
Antonio has made us more visible as well. Taking care of our customers is very important.
Readers Choice: Butler Signature Events, Home Depot, United Rentals
Funeral home
Seaside memorial Park and Funeral home
n
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4357 Ocean Drive

seasidefh.com
Our professional staff has years of experience caring for families. We

are leaders in our profession with dedication to service and professional integrity. Families who come to us know that years from now,
they will have deep peace of mind because they have done their best
to honor their loved one.
Readers Choice: Dignity Memorial & Funeraria Del Angel, Memory
Gardens Funeral Home,
Trevino Funeral Home
2015
Hot dogs
CAL835016
40
Supercuts
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KIDS PARTIES
2015
Multiple locations
supercuts.com
Our beliefs are simple:

Highly trained barbers/stylists who have been with our
company for many years.
We cut hair for your ego
and not ours. No attitudes
here. Seven Supercuts
locally-owned and operated. We value our customers
and our community and
we believe in making every
clients day better.
Thank you
For Voting Us
#1 Kids Parties!
Readers Choice: Cost Cutters, Cutting Zone, ProCuts

PHOTO By PAUL IVERSON/
9605 S.P.I.D. WWW.FUNTRACKERS.COM (361) 937 9400
CAL836255
Cosmotologist Christine Martinez

(left) and Angela Ortiz with a
customer, Jacob Corona, who was
getting a haircut at Supercuts.
haircutS
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Services
Hair Coloring
Cost Cutters
5143 Everhart Road

668-2122
costcutters.com
Readers Choice: Calallen High School, Richard

King High School, Veterans Memorial High School
The styling team is upbeat, trendy and always willing to offer suggestions. Clients have ideas of how
they want their hair to look and we know how to
achieve it. Training/hair shows gives us the knowledge. Our service and aptitude is how we strive to
deliver great results. Locally-owned and operated.
Readers Choice: ProCuts, Salon Palomo, Supercuts
Favorite elementary SCHool
luther Jones elementary

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7533 Lipes Blvd.

993-3418
jones.ccisd.us
Luther Jones Elementary creates a very welcoming

family environment for our scholars and families.
There is such a strong sense of respect and love at
our school that mixed with our high expectations
creates a place where academic growth occurs &
exceptional character is built. LJE inspires dreams.
Key/loCK ServiCeS
Corpus Christi Safe & lock

Company
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3535 S. Staples St.

853-5397
ccsafelock.com
Corpus Christi Safe & Lock is the No. 1 locksmith because we get the job done right with well-stocked
trucks and a large inventory of keys and lock hardware for auto, home and business servicing some
of the largest business in town. Ca us for your door
and hardware needs. We make keys that work.
Readers Choice: ABC Keys & Safes, Corpus Christi
Loc Doc, Eagle Lock & Key
2011
Moving Company
We
Appreciate
Your Vote!
www.allmysons.com
CAL809233
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Favorite HigH SCHool
mary Carroll High School
2013-2015
2013-201
-2015
Moving Company
883-1372
Readers Choice: Mary Helen Berlanga Elementary,

Flour Bluff Elementary, Gloria Hicks Elementary
Favorite middle/Jr.HigH
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FOR YOUR CONTINUED

SUPPORT AND VOTING FOR US!
4350 Aaron Drive

878-3740
grant.ccisd.us
Winning the Best of the Best Middle School validates our commitment to educational excellence
in the Grant community. Our dedicated faculty and
staff, our athletic program, extra-curricular activities, community service, and our students Barracuda pride is what makes GMS stand out from other
local middle schools. We are extremely honored to
receive this recognition in the Corpus Christi area.
PHOTO By PAuL IVERSON/SPECIAL TO THE CALLER TIMES
Richard Lambert, Rim Mason, Bo (dog), Burt Bowers, Frank

Manning, and Jared Tillman work for Corpus Christi Safe and Lock
Company, which received top honors this year.
Serving Breakfast All Day
TOWN & COUNTRY
4228 S. Alameda
(361) 992-0360
Readers Choice: Calallen Junior High, Flour Bluff

Junior High, Kaffie Middle School
Thank you, South Texas!
2015
BREAKFAST
Monday - Friday:
6 am - 3:30 pm
Saturday: 6 am - 4 pm
Sunday: 6 am - 3 pm
CAL808628
grant middle School
THANK YOU
Corpus Christi!
Pizza, Pasta, & Wings!
Nueces County Commissioner

Joe A. Gonzalez (JAG), Founder
Orders To Go & Catering

361-882-7499
617 Mesquite Street eatpizzadowntown.com
Best of the Best

2014 & 2015 Readers Choice
Community Advocate (individual)
Downtown Premier Event Venue
CAL834946
Weddings Sweet 16s

Quinceaeras Special Events
361-343-2178
615 Mesquite Street lastanzadowntown.com
CAL812532
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Services
Travel agency
Sanborns Travel Service

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3823 S. Alameda St.

855-3351
sanbornstravel.com
Readers Choice: Carefree Travel, Litton Travel &

Treasures, Rockport Group Travel
At VIP Limousines, our entire staff is committed

to caring for our customers to ensure that each
special event is memorable. And dont forget our
motto: Whatever Happens in the Limo, Stays in the
Limo.
Readers Choice: American Cab Company, Green n
Go Cabs, TLC Limos
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We appreciate the
vote of confidence.
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510-8077
Fastsigns
Readers Choice: Raymond Gray Photography,

DM Productions (David Mendez), Fonzie Munoz
Photography
american Bank center
viP limousines
PHOTO By PAuL IVERSON/SPECIAL TO THE CALLER TIMES
PhoTograPhy/videograPhy
Southwest Photographics
SPecial occaSionS/WeddingS
limo/Taxi Service
Travel agents Susan Strong (left to right) and Kay Jones work for Sanborns Travel Service,
which won Best of the Best travel agency this year.
nail Salon
Readers Choice: Artistic Nails, Salon Palomo, Solar

Nails
Sanborns Travel Service specializes in worldwide

travel from luxury cruising, European independent and
escorted travel, adventure cruises and tours and Walt
Disney World... to any destination you can dream.
Sanborns Travel Advisors have a wealth of travel
knowledge to make your travel dreams come true.
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cali nails
Sign making
1220 Airline Road

991-7991
fastsigns.com/164

826-4700
AmericanBankCenter.com
A venue overlooking the beautiful bay, your special

event will last a lifetime of memories with us. With
over 21 rooms to choose from, providing first class
staff and catering, and able to accommodate any
special event need, makes us the premiere venue to
have your special event in South Texas.
Readers Choice: La Mansion, Omni Hotel, Solomon
P. Ortiz Center
verizon
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By being more than fast and more than signs we

have earned the trust of our customers, serving
them for over 23 years. Fastsigns is able to give
back to our community because of our customers
continued support. Thank you for voting Fastsigns
No. 1 Best of the Best for 12 years in a row.
Readers Choice: Arrow Display Signs, Innovative
Signs, Sign Xpress
WireleSS Phone Service

verizonwireless.com
Why Verizon? Were the people who keep you connected and take your life mobile and deliver the
level of convenience you depend on, all thanks to
our powerful technology and the nations largest
and most reliable 4G LTE network. In Corpus Christi
our store is here for our customers. Thats our priority.
Readers Choice: AT&T, Metro PCS, T-Mobile
iHeartMedia Corpus Christi

CAL826819
Best of the Best 2015
2015
Dental Care
Thank you for putting your trust in us.

525 Doddridge St,
Radio
Personality
Barbie & Dan
KSAB 99.9
(361) 854-7999
CAL824548
Local
Radio
Station
KSAB 99.9
Radio
Personality
Rex & Gino
C-101
Local
Radio
Station
C-101
Local
Talk Show Host
Jim Lago
KKTX 1360
Local
Radio
Station
K99
Radio
Personality
Coco & Big Frank
K99
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Retail
Thank You For Voting Us

#1 Best of the Best
Drs. McIntyre, Garza, Avila, & Jurica
Open 7 days a week for your convenience.

Find us on the upper level of La Palmera Mall.
2013-2015
Ophthalmologist/
Optometrist Care
www.cccontacts.com (361) 994-0310
CAL807541
Amanda Thiem (from left), Gerald Garza Jr., Doris Garza, Robert Garza, Arthur Salinas and
David Bell at Alexanders Carpet One store, which won the carpet/tile category this year.
Carpet/tile
alexanders Carpet One

Floor & Home
5510 Williams Drive
991-8383
carpetonecorpuschristi.com
LLC
Keeping RVs Affordable & Fun
Alexanders has committed the last 10 years to our customers and to

our community. Our knowledgeable sales staff and installers understand that your flooring purchase is a major investment. Our staff
strives to find the right flooring choice for you, ensuring that your
home or office is beautiful.
Thanks for voting

us Best of the Best
for over a decade and
counting!
Readers Choice: Allisons Flooring America, Home Depot, Sals Tile
red Crow
antiques
CC
The RV
4325 S. Alameda St.

857-5977
bestestateliquidators.net
CAL807551
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We are very organized and customer service is our main goal. I think
our costumers are pleased with our store because they feel that we
care and we love what we do. Our employees love working here and it
shows. Our store is clean, friendly and very large (over 8,000 square
feet) We go out of our way to help.
2004
2003
RVs and Motorhomes
Come see what all the talk is about!
like us on
Facebook
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Appliance Mart is a locally, family-owned company. Customers can

walk right in to the store and talk to the owner, Tinker Floyd, about
their appliance needs and concerns. We keep a huge investory in stock
ready for same day delivery. We trly care about our customers and
their needs. Thank you.
Readers Choice: Conns, Best Buy, Home Depot
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on Twitter
2015
Campers/RVs &
Motorhomes
IH 37 @ Suntide 361-289-5400 CCRV.NET
BEST of the2004-2015
BEST
for the last 11HEARING
years
AIDS
2004-2014
applianCes

855-4608
appliancemartcc.com
RVs &
Campers Campers/RVs/
Motorhomes
Motorhomes
CORPUS CHRISTI
Readers Choice: Bettys Trash to Treasures, Codis Craft & Collectibles, Renaissance
appliance Mart
2005-2011 2005-2011 2012-2014
THANKS FOR VOTING
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Gloria Hicks Elementary School Staff and

Students would like to thank the community
for voting us one of the Best of the Best
Elementary Schools.
CAL809572
We appreciate all of your

continued support.
Principal: Norma N. Reyna

Asst. Principal: Dr. Guadalupe Guel
2011
2012
2013
2014
2015
Favorite Elementary School
3602 McArdle (361) 878-2200 www.hicks.ccisd.us
Thank You For
Voting
Ana Marroquin and Seanna Bond, at the Flour Bluff H-E-B Plus, are part of the team of florists at the H-E-B stores who were honored with
the floral arrangements category this year.
H-e-B
2013
PIZZA
2014
PIZZA
2015
PIZZA
CAL807492
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www.papajohnspizza.com
Our sincere appreciation for voting us

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Readers Choice
Clothing
2015
Celebrating 70 years of Style.
Floral arrangements
Multiple locations
HEB.com
H-E-B has some of the most creative, talented and

artistic florists in town. Think of our floral designers as your personal florists for all of your special
occasions. With our premier collection of fresh cut
flowers and plants, well transform your ideas into
something unique and truly beautiful.
Readers Choice: Always in Bloom, Blossom Shop,
Michelles Florists
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5425 S, Padre Island Drive, No. 185

991-4494
hpb.com
HPBs knowledgeable staff will help you find what

youre looking for. We have thousands of new and
used titles at incredible prices, many of which cant
be found in digital formats. We buy from the public
every day, so each store reflects the local community. Our Texana section is a must-see.
Readers Choice: Barnes & Noble Booksellers,
H-E-B, Mardels
atHletic apparel
miras sports & more
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6006 Ayers St.

852-4541
mirasports.com
Miras Sports & More, your hometown sporting

goods, embroidery and screen printing outlet since
1976, is so delighted to be named the Caller-Times
Best of the Best. You and your children matter to
us. We strive to bring the best brands to you. Thank
you for your business.
Readers Choice: Academy Sports + Outdoors,
Dicks Sporting Goods, Fleet Feet Sports
3840 South Alameda

Lamar Park 853-9974
Books
Half price Books
Bridal gowns/accessories
davids Bridal
Readers Choice: An Affair To Remember, Vanessas

Bridal, Youngs Bridal
Building materials
Home depot
Readers Choice: Lowes, MG Building Supply,

Sutherlands
marshalls
clotHing
Readers Choice: Dillards, Kohls, Julian Gold
www.juliangold.com
CAL428679
45
Retail
Thanks for your Votes!
The Source for All Your Mortgage Needs
Ofilia Lopez (front from left), Carlos Alfaro, Christa Swotish, Sharon Cody and Jerry
Taylor and Andy Epley (back from left), Steve Wilkinson, Jerry Franco, J. Villareal, George
Moore and Charles Perry, all of Wilcox Furniture at Sunrise Mall, which won the furniture
category this year.
Furniture
Wilcox Furniture
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991-1120
wilcoxfurniture.com
Wilcox Furniture has achieved getting the customers the best value,
most comfortable, best quality and the biggest selection of furniture
in town and our customers selecting us as the Best of the Best gives
testimony to that. Well work hard to become the No. 1 furniture store
in South Texas.
5850 South Staples St.,

http://claudia.homesourcemtg.com
361-334-8370 or 361-774-0002 (C)
dba Georgetown Mortgage, LLC NMLS#268552
Branch NMLS# 1215895
CAL827096
2015
Mortgage
Lending
CLAUDIA REYES
Branch Manager RMLO

NMLS#464150
claudia.reyes@homesourcemtg.com
THANKYOU!
Readers Choice: Ashley Furniture Home Store, Ethan Allen, Rooms To

Go
Computers
Best Buy
Readers Choice: H-E-B, Laptop Shop, Walmart

eleCtroniCs
Best Buy
2014
2015
CAL807096
Readers Choice: Altex Electronics, Conns, Marcos Electronics

eyeWear
lenscrafters
for voting us
Readers Choice: Eyemart Express, Pro Optical, Stanton Optical
2013 2005-2015
Asian Food
Fitness equipment
academy sports + outdoors
Readers Choice: Dicks Sporting Goods, Hest Fitness Products, Miras

Sports & More
GolF equipment/supplies
edwin Watts Golf
Buffet Dining
Evening Buffet includes Steak & Crab Legs

(All Day Sat. & Sun.)
Sushi & Spring Rolls Mongolian Grill

Variety
Vari
Va
riety of D
Desserts
esserts
Readers Choice: Academy Sports + Outdoors, Corpus Christi Country

Club, Walmart
5333 S. Staples (361)
985-1877
CAL807037
46
Retail
THANK
YOU
FOR VOTING US #1 BUILDER
CAL825379
13 YEARS
IN A ROW
find yours.
hoganhomestexas.com
Thank You!
We will continue to do our Best!
Jewelry
Denny Bales Diamonds
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CAL810077
Party Trays &

Party Rooms Available
Open Christmas & New Years Day
Senior & Military Discounts
Kids Eat All Day $4.95 (4-10 Years)
Gift Certificates Available
5274 S. Staples
l (361) 991-6888
Open Sun - Thurs 11am - 10pm Fri & Sat 11am - 11pm
2014-2015 2013-2015
Buffet Dining Sushi
Thank you
Rapid Air 882-2111
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3818 S. Staples St., Suite A

371-3104
moneymartpawn.com
When readers want to sell their jewelry or gold, they

come see us. Our stores are staffed with professional
friendly staff who offer the most for their jewelry. Our
jewelry selection is large and professionally cleaned
by our in-house jewelry repair center. Maximizing
your dollar all the way.
Readers Choice: Berrys Jewelry, Money Mart

Pawn & Jewelry, Susanns Custom Jewelers
Readers Choice: Cash America Pawn, First Cash

Pawn, Gold Master Jewelers
Gift Shop
3744 S. Alameda St.

225-3744
gatheringsonalameda.com
Our customers are the absolute best. Over the past

18 years we have made many wonderful friendships. The wide range of gifts offered at gatherings
is probably No. 1 on the list. You can find a gift for
any occasion or that special item just for you. Thank
you Corpus Christi.
CAL807560
GolD/preciouS MetalS (BuyerS/SellerS)
Money Mart pawn & Jewelry
We began operations in Corpus Christi in 1982. Our

objective is not to be like all the other national chain
stores where if youve shopped one, youve shopped
them all. If a customer desires unique styling, with
the focus on quality and super competitive prices,
were the best jeweler in town. Period.
n
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2008, 2009, 2011, 2012

2013, 2014, 2015
Heating &
Air Conditioning
7009 S. Staples St., Suite 101

991-0300
dennybalesdiamonds.com
gatherings
for your continued support!!
TACLB021403C
Denny Bales, of Denny Bales Diamonds, which won the jewelry category this year.
Readers Choice: Bleu Frog Mercantile, North

Beach Gift Shop, Send-A-Kiss
office SupplieS
office Depot
Readers Choice: FedEx Office, H-E-B, Walmart

pawn Shop
Money Mart pawn & Jewelry
n
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3818 S. Staples St., Suite A

371-3104
moneymartpawn.com
Money Mart Pawn & Jewelry is not like most pawn

shops. We offer stores that are well lit, organized,
clean and staffed with friendly faces to help our
customers. Whether it be for a loan or a purchase,
customers can expect to find a professional staff that
will meet their needs.
Readers Choice: Cash America Pawn, EZ Pawn, First
Cash Pawn
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Retail
Musical instruMents
sound Vibrations
n
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1638 S. Staples St.

884-8981
soundvibrations.com
Sound Vibrations has the reputation of being South

Texas No. 1 outlet for all your musical needs. Sound
Vibrations surpasses all other music stores when
it comes down to selection, price and, most of all,
repair service by factory trained technicians. From
musicians to churches or DJs, its all at Vibes.
Readers Choice: Guitar Center, The Piano Gallery,
South Texas Music Mart
Mattress Firm
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Mattresses
5425 S. Padre Island Drive, No. 178

992-3480
mattressfirm.com
Readers have always supported our local business.

We want to thank the readers of the Caller-Times
for their constant support of us at Mattress Firm.
The Perez family is still passionate about quality, value and service. Mattress Firm Nationally
Known, Locally Owned.
Readers Choice: Ashleys Furniture Home Store,
Chubbys Mattress, Wilcox Furniture
shoes
pharMacy/drug store
Multiple locations
HEB.com
Healthy at H-E-B means taking care of our customers. Our pharmacists take care of you by offering
Second Saturday screenings, immunizations and
the service to refill, transfer and check your prescription status. Well text, email or call when your
prescription is ready. Here Everythings Better.
Readers Choice: CVS Pharmacy, Deleons Pharmacy,
Walgreens
resale store
the cottage shop
n
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3533 S. Alameda St.

694-5800
driscollchildrens.org
Thank you Caller-Times readers for voting us No. 1

for the fourth consecutive year. The Cottage Shop
has been operated by the auxiliary to Driscoll Childrens hospital since 1996. Since the store opened,
it has raised more than $500,000 for Driscoll patients and families. Thank you for your support.
Readers Choice: Dicks Sporting Goods, Miras

Sports & More, H-E-B Plus
Readers Choice: Goodwill Stores, Modern Closet,

Red Crow
Readers Choice: Dillards, Macys, Payless Shoes

sporting goods
Thank you for voting us

#1 Corpus Christi!!
Robert de Graff, president of Sound Vibrations, which won in its category this year.
Thank you
for voting us
CAL830825
HAN
NK YOU
THANK
Hospice Home Health
2015
Dental Care
2011
EXPERIENCE THE COMFORT OF

Bringing quality dental care to South Texas
since 1998.
We offer family, cosmetic, even mobile dental
services to youth homes & businesses.
2010-2006
2004,2002
2000
CAL810143
CAL835022
2012
2012
Hospice Home Health Hospice Home Health
2013
2013
2014
2014
Hospice Care
Home Health Care
Physical Therapy
Adult Day Care
Rehabilitation Services
2015
2015
2015
2015
2015
2015
Br akf
Ta
Fajita
Breakfast
Tacos
Fajitas
Margaritas Mexican Food
Tax Service
Whitley Dental
5525 S. Staples St., Suite A5
Phone: 361-991-7207
Hours: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. OPEN SATURDAYS
www.whitleydentalcc.com
2015,2014
2013,2012
2005
3514 S. Alameda 855-6259
4252 Alameda St. 361-334-2097

Hours: 6 a.m. to 10 p.m.
CAL835004
Whitley Dental
2011
Hospice Home Health
Hospice Home Health

Provider Services
Private Pay
5277 Old Brownsville Rd. Suite 205

www.LegacyHHC.com (361) 855-0848
CAL836189
Austin Perez, at the Mattress Firm store in Moore Plaza, which

won the mattress category this year.
CAL807078

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BEST OF THE BEST WINNERS | CALLER-TIMES

Readers pick their favorites

Thank you for your votes in

Caller-Times Best of the Best

We have added some new

18 Produce/Fruits & Vegetables

19 Childrens Health Clinic

It is important to remember that this is a reader fun

38 Adult Day Care

the names of winners in each

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| Sunday, December 20, 2015 |

Thank You Corpus Christi

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To Residents and Readers

CALLER-TIMES | BEST OF THE BEST WINNERS

| Sunday, December 20, 2015 |

Far Beyond tint & Alarm

5151 Everhart Road

Readers Choice: AutoNation, Far Beyond Trucks & Accessories,

gulf Coast Marine

PHOTO BY EDDIE SEAL/SPECIAL TO THE CALLER TIMES

Readers Choice: Huff Marine, Ronnies Marine, Texas Watercraft &

8045 Interstate Highway 37

Readers Choice: Minit Man 10 Minit Oil Change,

discount tire Co.

Readers Choice: Delta Tire & Wheel, Far Beyond

Readers Choice: Competition Sound of Corpus

AutoNation knows a vehicles transmission is the

1710 S. Alameda @ 6 Points

AutoNation provides premier services like oil

| Sunday, December 20, 2015 |

BEST OF THE BEST WINNERS | CALLER-TIMES

Readers Choice: Autonation, Caliber Collision, Ricks

AutoNations factory-trained technicians are specialists,

Mr. Fancy pants carwash

7213 S. Staples St.

Our employees are really the face of our business. They

5216 S. Padre Island Drive

I think the reason people vote for us every year is our

5409 Saratoga Blvd.

Nikos Steakhouse offers the best of both worlds. Our bar

Chef Michael Zhao puts on a show on a hibachi grill at Takeniwa Asian

stripes/laredo taco company

Our variety of beer and our price help make us the

stripes/laredo taco company

texas wrecker service

3449 Morgan Ave.

Texas Wrecker Service was chosen as Best of the Best

Stripes Convenience Stores thanks its customers who

hibachi grill & supreme Buffet

5274 S. Staples St.

We do our best to serve our customers.

PHOTO BY EDDIE SEAL/SPECIAL TO THE CALLER TIMES

Stripes Convenience Stores thanks its customers who

5830 McArdle Road

Thank you for your vote, it means so much to us. We think

Good-N-Crisp has three locations in Corpus Christi Five