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Best of the Zips – October

Oct 31, 2013   //   by Meghan Pescio   //   Best of the Zips  //  No Comments

You voted, and the results are in! Here are your picks for Best of the Zips. If you visit any of these winning companies be sure to congratulate them, and keep going back for more. Thanks to all who voted in this month’s addition.

Winners:

  • Chinese Restaurant

HK Star
3400 S. Jones Blvd. | (702) 220-3388
www.hkstarlasvegas.com   

Why You Love It: That’s easy – great tasting food at reasonable prices.  
Where It’s At:
Lunch specials are popular at this Chinese hot spot.

  • Bakery

La Belle Terre Bread | French Bakery & Café
8390 W. Sahara Ave. | (702) 685-7712
www.labelleterrebread.com

Why You Love It: You find the best breads and desserts at this authentic French bakery.
L’ambiance: It’s not just about the food. You love the atmosphere and genuine feel of this café.

  • Veterinarian

Siena Animal Hospital (Dr. Keeney)
5625 S. Grand Canyon Dr. | (702) 258-0006
www.sienaanimalhospital.com

Why You Love It: You’re sure Dr. Keeney loves your 4-legged family just like they were her own!
Over and Above:
Knowledgeable staff helps you with all your animal questions, even from home.

  • Poker Bar

Off the Strip
9837 W Tropicana Ave | (702) 876-3080
www.offthestripbistro.com

Why You Love It: Locals love the friendly staff mixed with the choice of bar food or something a little nicer.
Gotta Have It: Do some research on the “Secret Menu” and enjoy!

  • Ice Cream

U-Swirl
7595 W. Washington Ave. | (702) 476-1479
9360 W. Flamingo Rd. | (702) 982-2700
9795 W. Charleston Blvd. | (702) 479-1352
www.u-swirl.com

Why You Love Them: The toppings…all the wonderful toppings!
Mix ‘N Match
: Peanut Butter, Red Velvet and Cookies ‘N Cream, oh my.  

  • Manicurist

Alexus Nail Bar (Lucy Le)  
3645 S. Town Center Dr. | (702) 254-2378

Why You Love Her: Lucy goes out of her way to accommodate your schedule.  
Extra Treat: Nail polish color selection is out of this world.

Best of the Zips – September

Oct 2, 2013   //   by Meghan Pescio   //   Best of the Zips  //  No Comments

BEST OF THE ZIPS – September

You voted, and the results are in! Here are your picks for Best of the Zips. If you visit any of these winning companies be sure to congratulate them, and keep going back for more. Thanks to all who voted in this month’s addition.

Winners:

Chinese Restaurant

  • China Tango
    1500 N. Green Valley Pkwy. | (702) 293-1166 and 2850 Bicentennial Pkwy | (702) 565-6002
    www.chinatangohenderson.com

    Why You Love It: Great food and a great value.
    The Extra Mile: Delivery is super fast, making it the perfect choice for a lazy dinner night.

Car Wash

  • 7 Hills Hand Car Wash
    2630 Sunridge Heights Pkwy.| (702) 737-9274
    www.7hillshandcarwash.com

    Why You Love It: The service is what keeps you coming through time and again.
    Squeaky Clean: Service is one thing, but a clean car is another and you gave them an A+ for detail.

Florist

  • Springtime Floral
    113 W Lake Mead Pkwy| (702) 938-1088
    www.springtimefloral.com

    Why You Love It: Beautiful arrangements make the recipient as happy as can be.
    Over and Above: Not just flowers here! You love the selection of other gifts, too.

Ice Cream/Frozen Yogurt

  • Nielsen’s Frozen Custard
    9595 S. Eastern Ave. #120 | (702) 451-4711
    www.nielsensfrozencustard.net

    Why You Love It: And we quote: “Bumbleberry is the bomb.”
    Portion Control: You love the big portions, although you might want to try running there!

Veterinarian

  • Oasis Animal Hospital (Dr. Fisher)
    10652 S. Eastern Ave. | (702) 616-2747
    http://oasisanimalhospital.aahavet.org/

    Why You Love Them: From caring to informative, you say Dr. Fisher’s got it all.
    Quality Time: You’re not in an assembly line. When it comes to your pet, Dr. Fisher takes the extra time.

Manicurist

  • Happy Nails
    11251 S Eastern Ave #130| (702) 566-0633

    Why You Love It: Good moods and fun techs are the name of the game.
    Extra Treat: Spring for the pedicure. It will knock your socks off…if you had any on.

Best of the Zips – August

Aug 28, 2013   //   by wagona   //   Best of the Zips  //  No Comments

You voted, and the results are in! Here are your picks for Best of the Zips. If you visit any of these winning companies be sure to congratulate them, and keep going back for more. Thanks to all who voted in this month’s addition.

Winners:

  • Best Mexican Restaurant

Juan’s Flaming Fajitas & Cantina
9640 W. Tropicana Ave| (702) 823-1400
www.Facebook.com/JuansFlamingFajitaCantina

Why You Love It: Fast, friendly service is the name of the game. 
Gotta Have It:
Fajitas for two, lit on fire for a great show! Oh, and of course, a margarita.

  • Best Workout Place

The Z Spot
6675 S Tenaya Way #130| (702) 717-3481
www.zspotlv.com

Why You Love It: “The most fun you’ll ever have working out!” Where do we sign up?
The Price is Right: At $5 for the first class and $49 for 10 classes, you were dancing for joy!

  • Best Auto Repair

Mr. Brake
3305 S Jones Blvd | (702) 873-7018
www.brakerepairlasvegas.biz

Why You Love It: Honest mechanics and diligent service keeps you stopping here for your brake repair.
The Extra Mile: Free brake checks and friendly experts raise the bar for this repair center!

  • Childcare

 Bright Child Learning Center
5970 S Fort Apache Dr| (702) 798-7345

www.brightchildlc.com

Why You Love It: The caring and attentive instructors get an A+ for this category!

Kids Vote: Reports of kids excited for homework make mom and dad happy campers.

  • Pizza

Red Rock Pizza
8455 W Lake Mead Blvd| (702) 304-0400
www.redrockpizza.com

Why You Love It: Fresh ingredients loaded onto every bite.
When the Moon Hits Your Eye: The Pueblo with garlic knots makes you fall in love with this local pizza parlor!

  • Best Pet Store

Bogart’s Bone Appetit
9435 W Tropicana Ave| (702) 435-3644
www.bogartsboneappetit.com

Why You Love It: The self serve wash and professional groomers have you howling!
Extra Treat: An extensive selection of high quality food was the cherry on top for voters.

Best of the Zips – July

Jul 2, 2013   //   by wagona   //   Best of the Zips  //  No Comments

 

The results are in from our latest round of voting, and we are overwhelmed at the phenomenal response. Once again, thanks to everyone who participated. Here are this month’s top choices:

And the Winners Are…

BEST BURGER
In-N-Out Burger (various locations)
www.in-n-out.com

That oh-so-special sauce, a variety of secret menu options (such as “animal style”) and some of the tastiest shakes around were highlights for our readers. Voter tip: ask for the fries “well done.”

BEST MOVIE THEATER
Regal Cinemas Red Rock Stadium 16 & IMAX (11011 W. Charleston Blvd.)
www.regmovies.com

Voters gave a shout out to the comfy seats, attentive staff and top notch sound quality of this west side theater at the Red Rock Casino. The presence of an IMAX screen was also a plus.

BEST DENTIST
Dr. Sam Partovi at Desert Smiles (10175 W. Twain Ave., #120)
www.desertsmilesdental.com

Dr. Partovi and his courteous staff won rave reviews from our voters for their professionalism and comfort level, even from readers who are normally apprehensive about a trip to the dentist.

BEST GROOMER
Shaggy Chic (400 S. Rampart Blvd., #140 in Tivoli Village)
www.shaggychic.com

Readers thought this groomer was top dog for fabulous customer service, great prices and comfortable atmosphere, while also highlighting additional services such as the blueberry facial.

BEST JEWELER
Jeff White Custom Jewelry (410 S. Rampart Blvd., #160 in Tivoli Village)
www.jeffreywhite.com

Voters found Jeff White to be the true jewel of Las Vegas, citing a high degree of professionalism and knowledge. Prompt service and a friendly staff also made them a favorite.

BEST SALON
9037 Salon (9037 W. Sahara Ave.)
www.9037salon.com

Smart and savvy stylists, a down to earth vibe and big customer satisfaction were selling points for our voters, who found this the perfect neighborhood place for a cut, color and highlights.

 

Don’t Forget to Vote…

We want to thank all of you for helping us keep our Best of the Zips feature exciting and informative. But the fun doesn’t stop here! We’ve got great new categories for you to vote on.

BEST MEXICAN RESTAURANT
Whether it’s enchiladas, tamales, fajitas or something with a bit more kick, where do you book your reservation when you find yourself craving all the perfect flavors from south of the border?

BEST WORKOUT PLACE
Finding time to exercise isn’t always easy, but it’s easier when you’ve got company. Which place has the perfect set up for weights, aerobics and everything else to keep you in shape?

BEST AUTO REPAIR
From a quick oil change to buffing out some dents to major body work, we can’t trust our precious vehicles to just anybody. Who’s got the skills to get you fixed up and on the road?

BEST PIZZA
Great pizza isn’t just about the toppings; it’s about quality ingredients and culinary know how coming together to create the perfect pie. What’s your first stop for a little slice of perfection?

BEST DAY CARE
Busy schedules keep us on the go, and we can’t keep an eye on our kids 24/7. When friends and family aren’t available to help, where do you turn for the right kind of care for your little ones?

BEST PET STORE
From grooming products to doggie beds to the treats and snacks that keep your four legged friends coming back for more, what’s the best place to shop for pampering your loving pet?