The 2018 Reader’s choices for Best Of Memorial…
From September 1st to November 15th, our readers went online and answered our annual survey casting their votes on their choices for best companies, products and services that Memorial has to offer. After over 495,000 votes, we have compiled a list of what our readers have determined to be the best of Memorial. Swoon Memorial has been proud to feature some of our winners in previous issues, and thanks to our voters’ help, we have also been introduced to some new faces that are being featured in the magazine for the first time. Read on meet our winners!
Food & Drinks:
When in Memorial, you never have to settle for anything less than mouthwatering meals accompanied by a wide array of impressive libations as well as a sweet treat (or two) to top it all off. Here are the Swoon Memorial Reader’s Choice Winners in 2018 for all those connoisseurs of cuisine.
Winners:
• American Food: Jonathan’s The Rub
• Bakery: Three Brothers Bakery
• Breakfast: Snooze AM Eatery
• Breakfast Tacos: Tornado Taco
• Burger: Southwell’s Hamburger Grill
• Ethnic Food: Niko Niko’s Greek & American Café
• Fast Food: Chick-fil-A
• Frozen Treat: Baskin Robbins
• Healthiest Food: A Moveable Feast
• Italian Food: Ciro’s Italian Grill
• Mexican Food: El Tiempo Cantina
• Patio: Ciro’s Italian Grill
• Pizza: Fuzzy’s Pizza
• Steakhouse: Taste of Texas
• Sushi: Ra Sushi
• Wings: Pluckers Wing Bar
The Best Smoothie/Juice Bar: Island Grill
• Happy Hour: (TIE) The Branch Houston and McCormick & Schmick’s Seafood & Steak
• Margaritas: El Tiempo Cantina
• Wine Selection: Total Wine & More
Shopping:
These winners have us beginning the day with some casual window browsing and ending it with hours of splurging on the newest, must-have items.
Winners:
The Best Farmer’s Market: Memorial Villages Farmers Market
• Women’s Boutique: Swoon Apparel & Accessories
• Men’s Clothing: Vincent Ford Custom Apparel
• Gifts: Silly Silly Girls
Entertainment:
Memorial residents should never be bored with so many options for merrimaking. No matter if you are looking for a magical movie, a simple night out or a play date to skate, here are the Reader’s Choice Winners for the “Best Entertainment” venues in Memorial.
Winners:
• Night Out: Top Golf
• Children’s Activities: Dairy Ashford Roller Rink
• Hotel: Hotel ZaZa Memorial City
Pets:
We all love our pets. These winners have helped keep them healthy, happy and looking beautiful.
Winners:
• Veterinarian: Echo Lane Animal Clinic
• Pet Emergency: VERGI Emergency & Critical Care Hospital
• Pet Grooming: The Bunker Hill Groomer
• Pet Kennels: Houston Dog Ranch
• Pet Organic Food: Natural Pawz
Fitness:
Packing a few extra pounds after the holidays? We have some of the best answers. This includes Memorial’s best gyms along with our healthiest eateries. Just make a couple of visits to these places that our readers voted the best. It should have you back on track in no time at all.
Winners:
Packing a few extra pounds after the holidays? We have some of the best answers. This includes Memorial’s best gyms along with our healthiest eateries. Just make a couple of visits to these places that our readers voted the best. It should have you back on track in no time at all.
• Cycling: Soulcycle
• Yoga: BIG Power Yoga
• Gym/Fitness Center: Lifetime Fitness
Beauty Treatments:
If the crazy holiday season left you exhausted, a little pampering might be just thing you need to get a little relaxation, you may want to visit our winners…
Winners:
• Hair Styling Salon: Visible Changes, Memorial City
• Best Manicure & Pedicure: Bora Bora Pedispa & Nails
• MediSpa: SkinScriptions By Melissa Gibbens
• Massage: Houstonian Trellis Spa
• Therapy: CryoTexas
Professional Services and Care:
From interior design, to cleaning services and retirement homes, when it comes to the best, Memorial has the professional services that you want to meet your every need.
Winners:
Best Car Care: Memorial Drive Tire & Auto
• Cleaning Service: Merry Maids
• Luxury Living: The Lofts at CityCentre
• Best Tutor: Kumon
• Florist: Town & Country Floral
• Interior Design: Kaleidoscope
• Retirement Home: The Buckingham Retirement Communities
To see the full list and story, check out our January issue or click here for our digital issue and turn to page 9!
