Best of 2019 – Winners

Best of 2019

Shopping & Services

  • Best Adult Store

    SpankyS Adult Emporium

    Spankys’ ribald humor and cheeky goodness greets you the moment you pull into the driveway, along which paintings of euphemisms for masturbation line the wall—spanking the monkey, pounding the meat, stroking the kitty, etc. The store itself is crammed with a what’s-what of toys and accessories for any and every type of interest, from Kegel balls to sex swings. A wide selection of DVDs and videos provides options for spank-bank entertainment, while non-sex items are available, too, including glass pipes, CBD products, and Suavecito hair pomade for him and her. Seasoned users of dildos and cock rings stop here, but if you’re too shy to ask the front desk any questions, free, helpful brochures on topics such as getting into anal play, strap-ons and vibrators are available throughout the shop. Did we mention this place is open 24/7?

    www.spankysonline.com
    213 N. Harbor Blvd.
    Santa Ana – 714.554.4495

  • Best Animal Rescue

    Pacific Marine Mammal Center

    Go immediately to the Pacific Marine Mammal Center website to see current patients getting nursed back to health for their eventual release back into the sea, including, as of press time, Meatball, Agent 99, Patron and more. There’s even a webcam so you can observe the California sea lions, northern elephant and fur seals, and Pacific Harbor seals that have been saved from porches in San Clemente, buoys in Newport Harbor and under the Bolsa Chica/Huntington Beach bridge. The release videos bring utter joy to even the crankiest humans. Last year, 133 mammals were rescued and rehabilitated; as of press time, 172 have already been saved. That’s a lot of fish to conjure up for the rescuees, sometimes up to 1,000 pounds per day. In addition to saving lives, the center shares its work with school kids and Girl Scouts. And because these sentinel creatures live in both terrestrial and marine environments, its research collaborations with Tufts and UC Davis are vital. It’s as free as a digital look-see, but feel free to visit in person. And consider donating: $1 buys 1 pound of fish, while $6 feeds one harbor seal for a day.

    pacificmmc.org
    20612 Laguna Canyon Rd.
    Laguna Beach – 949.494.3050

  • Best Auto Body Shop

    Brooks Orange Body & Paint

    If you’re in need of a body shop, chances are you are having a bad day. Mark Brooks and his staff understand this and will do what they can to turn that around. From the couch in Brooks Orange Body & Paint’s cozy waiting room, you’ll learn what can be done to get your vehicle looking brand-new with a refreshing honesty and directness. And when you return for your baby in exactly the amount of time you were told it would take, she’ll be in pristine form.

    brooksautocollision.com
    735 W. Collins Ave.
    Orange – 714.289.0777

  • Best Barber Shop

    A-Unique Barbershop

    When Anaheim’s A-Unique Barbershop marked its 20th anniversary last year, it did so in a larger location, one that’s just up the street from the old spot. The long-standing black-owned barbershop is still the place to get a perfect taper, fade or specialty cut—the crew has even added a professional braider to the bunch! Owner Pierre Dotson and fellow barbers keep the vibe casual and conversational while making sure customers look their best. And proving itself to be a pillar in the community, the barbershop held “Back to School” drives this summer to gather supplies for youngsters in need. After marking a milestone, A-Unique is new and improved. And that’s just how folks will feel when getting up from the barber’s chair!

    Instagram: @auniquebarbershop
    2532 W. Lincoln Ave.
    Anaheim – 714.484.9043

  • Best Bike Shop

    Orange Cycle

    Since 1969, the family-owned Orange Cycle has offered a selection of bikes and parts in a range of prices to ensure you get the best ride possible. Plus, you can get everything from your beach cruiser to your BMX bike serviced and repaired here. The well-versed staff will make sure you’re back on two wheels in no time!

    www.thecyclist.com
    210 S. Glassell St.
    Orange – 714.532.6838

  • Best Bookstore

    Laguna Beach Books

    With dusty paperbacks and hardcovers so new they still smell like glue, Laguna Beach Books is a must-stop-shop for literature-lovers. The store regularly hosts author appearances and a book club. Best of all, smaller, indie titles aren’t shoved into forgotten corners to gather dust; rather, they’re given shoutouts on the website.

    lagunabeachbooks.com
    1200 S. Coast Hwy.
    Laguna Beach – 949.494.4779

  • Best Car Wash

    Unique Car Wash & Auto Detailing

    There’s a reason why Vic Melikyan’s Unique Car Wash & Auto Detailing has 1,173 five-star Yelp reviews. He and his crew treat every car that comes through as if it were their own. They take their time hand washing and detailing the dirt and grime (or, say, an entire container of liquid laundry detergent that spilled in the back seat) out of every crevice until the whole vehicle shines like new.

    959 South Coast Dr.
    Costa Mesa – 714.580.7146

  • Best Clothing Boutique

    Gunthers Supply Co.

    Visitors from all over Southern California make the drive to this tiny storefront because there’s almost no other place that provides the same selection of streetwear and workwear brands for the same prices. Gunthers Supply Co. recently opened a second location on Main Street, so an even wider selection will be in stock. From classics such as Dickies, Dr. Martens, Pendleton and Ben Davis to local favorites Loser Machine and Suavecito, Gunthers isn’t your dad’s store for blue-collar threads, but we guarantee he’ll find something here, too.

    gunthers.co
    324 W. Fourth St.
    Santa Ana – 714.702.5002

  • Best Comic-Book Store

    Comic Book Hideout

    A far cry from the occasional snobbery many comic stores exude, Comic Book Hideout is a small store with a lot of heart. Anyone from a newbie to a veteran can come expect good recommendations from the helpful staff. The store also hosts art shows as well as painting and music classes, plus owner Glynnes shares her picks from the inventory on the web-video series “Weekly What’s Up.”

    comicbookhideout.com
    215 W. Commonwealth Ave.
    Fullerton – 657.217.0624

  • Best Cosmetic Surgeon

    Dr. Terry Dubrow

    He’s arguably the most famous cosmetic surgeon in Orange County, thanks to E! shows Botched and Botched By Nature, as well as appearances alongside wife Heather on The Real Housewives of Orange County. But Dr. Terry Dubrow also has a reputation for being down-to-earth, which seems uncommon in the world of surgery. And this approachable nature of his may be why he’s the most famous cosmetic surgeon in Orange County.

    drdubrow.com
    1617 Westcliff Dr., Ste. 207
    Newport Beach – 949.515.4111

  • Best Dentist

    Dr. Eric Vanek, DDS

    With a background in oceanography and geology, Dr. Eric Vanek seems ready to surf at a moment’s notice. This attitude may be why there is seemingly no stress allowed in his full-service dental office. It’s a feeling that envelops even the most anxious patient. Everyone from the support staff to the dental hygienist and assistants is friendly and amazing, taking care of even the smallest details in an effort to provide you with the very best experience. So sit back, relax and enjoy the least painless teeth cleaning of your life.

    vanekdentistry.com
    1503 South Coast Dr., Ste. 201
    Costa Mesa – 714.545.7157

  • Best Doggie Daycare

    Camp Bow Wow

    Doggie-daycare services can be overpriced and sketchy, but if you bring your dog to Camp Bow Wow in Anaheim, you won’t worry about your pup’s separation anxiety, getting regular exercise, or socializing with dogs and people. And you can view your pooch via live webcams at any time. With the full attention and care from the staff, you can rest easy knowing your furry friend is having a blast all day.

    campbowwow.com/anaheim
    1431 N. Daly St.
    Anaheim – 714.533.2267

  • Best Downtown

    Huntington Beach

    With excellent food and shopping options, plus its proximity to the beach, downtown Huntington Beach is the clear winner here. It’s also home to several street fairs, farmers’ markets, and annual parties such as the Vans U.S. Open and the Back to the Beach Festival. Let loose with your friends where it’s summertime all the time.

    hbdowntown.com

  • Best Facial

    BodyCentre Day Spa

    A seven-in-one, the BodyCentre Day Spa’s Red Carpet Facelift includes a variety of serums and luxury treatments, including both an ultrasound treatment and micro-electric therapy to help improve microcirculation and cell absorption. Made to minimize those pesky pores, this ultimate facial will leave your skin glowing!

    bodycentredayspa.com
    801 Baker St., Ste. E
    Costa Mesa – 714.668.9925

  • Best Hair Removal

    Father Time

    Every tick and tock of his clock brings more despair and less hair to the half-domes that are men’s heads!

  • Best Hair Salon

    Tease Salon

    Whether you’re looking for a balayage treatment or just a trim, Tease Salon has a crew of talented stylists and colorists who can help. We recommend color and extension specialist Ashley Goetz—but whoever you decide to go with, once you’ve found your hairdresser, you know there is no turning back until they decide to retire their shears.

    teasesalonoc.com
    151 Kalmus Dr., Ste. M-1
    Costa Mesa – 949.548.3273

  • Best Hotel

    Lido House

    Sitting on the site of the old Newport Beach City Hall is the Lido House, part of the Marriott’s Autograph Collection series of boutique hotels. And what a hotel: four stories of rooms, five cottages, and a stylish rooftop bar with New England-style architecture and a view many have killed for. The whole place positively reeks of class, which is good because the old City Hall reeked of feckless cronyism. It’s pricey, though, with room rates in excess of $400 per night, but the words Newport Beach probably already tipped you off to that. In any case, you can save a ton of money by skipping the on-site restaurant, Mayor’s Table, and instead walking a couple of blocks to Cassidy’s for one of the county’s best burgers.

    autograph-hotels.marriott.com
    3300 Newport Blvd.
    Newport Beach – 949.524.8500

  • Best Lawyer

    Correen Ferrentino

    The majority of those considered the elite of Orange County criminal-defense lawyers are men whose greatest skill isn’t legal prowess. Frankly, it’s connections. They maintain close friendships with high-ranking prosecutors who dole out courthouse favors behind the scenes. Though she doesn’t get the media attention she deserves, former public defender Correen Ferrentino is among the most competent private attorneys in the area. Ferrentino excels at plotting wise trial strategies, writing groundbreaking motions and swaying juries. Few, if any of her colleagues, have accomplished more this year alone. In People v. James Toledano, Ferrentino convinced the California Court of Appeal to abandon its prior support of an extortion conviction and call for a new trial, a feat rarely seen in the state. She used evidence of a long-hidden police sham that won a conviction in People v. Henry Cabrera to drastically reduce a life sentence with the dismissal of bogus charges. In People v. Josh Waring, Ferrentino successfully argued that appellate justices should review a Superior Court judge’s refusal to dismiss the case after sheriff’s deputies and police illegally monitored the pretrial defendant’s jailhouse calls pertaining to defense-trial strategies, in violation of the U.S. Constitution.

    Ferrentino & Associates
    949 South Coast Dr., Ste. 250
    Costa Mesa – 714.973.2024

  • Best Library

    Santa Ana

    In a time when stupidity seems to be society’s primary driving force, all libraries are exceptional places. Their stacks of books and periodicals are obviously a requirement for any civilization that wishes to fend off extinction, but libraries also house librarians—wonderful people dedicated to reading, learning and thinking. If we get out of this mess known as the 21st century, it will be thanks in no small part to the work of librarians. Here in Orange County, all the libraries are wonderful places, but the Santa Ana Public Library is a little bit more wonderful. In 2016, it won a National Medal for Museum and Library Service, and in 2018, senior librarian David Lopez was listed as one of Library Journal’s “Movers and Shakers.”

    ci.santa-ana.ca.us/library
    26 Civic Center Plaza
    Santa Ana – 714.647.5250

  • Best Liquor Store

    Hi-Time Wine Cellars

    Yes, yes, the word wine is right there in the name, and there is a full-on wine cellar here, with varieties from just about every corner of the planet. But Hi-Time Wine Cellars is a complete liquor store—by which we mean if you’re looking for a specific tequila that you had once while on a road trip through the Southwest, even if you can’t fully recall its name, you’re likely to find it here. And if you don’t, a staff member will offer to track it down for you. But you’ll probably find it, and then someone will suggest something else, and then you’ll take note of the seriously fun time wine-tasters are having in the bar area and the board listing upcoming events, and you will start planning your next visit to coincide with one of those events, and did you really just spend an hour here?

    hitimewine.net
    250 Ogle St.
    Costa Mesa – 949.650.8463

  • Best Local Politician/Public Servant

    Katie Porter

    Youngsters may not recall, but Orange County’s congressional representatives historically have been a collection of loud right-wing kooks, racists and homophobes who hid behind flag waving, dubious pronouncements of faith and mind-numbingly incoherent public ramblings. That all changed when, for the first time in modern county history, reasonable people, all Democrats, took control of our local seats in Congress. OC now enjoys calm representation, and the most impressive of the new crew is Katie Porter. The single working mother who ousted pro-Donald Trump incumbent Republican Mimi Walters in the 45th congressional district, which includes Irvine, has regularly appeared as a genuine rising star in committee meetings and on national television. In late July, CNN produced a well-deserved profile that reports Porter is “stirring up trouble for Trump.” That’s music to our ears. Having served less than a year in office, she also stood up for average working Americans while helping to expose the incompetence of Housing and Urban Development Secretary Ben Carson and the deceitfulness of Wells Fargo head honcho Tim Sloan, who resigned two weeks after she confronted him about bank corruption.

    porter.house.gov
    2151 Michelson Dr., Ste. 195
    Irvine – 949.668.6600

  • Best Massage

    Pacific Waters Spa

    The CBD massage at Pacific Waters Spa allows you to enjoy all of the healing benefits of CBD—including anti-inflammatory and pain relieving agents to treat achy muscles—while relaxing oceanside.

    hyatt.com
    At the Hyatt Regency Huntington Beach
    21500 Pacific Coast Hwy.
    Huntington Beach – 714.845.4772

  • Best Mechanic

    Mountain View Tire & Auto Service

    Mountain View has something like 30 locations throughout Southern California (two of which are in OC), but it’s the Huntington Beach garage that we know the best. Recently, a friend’s car battery died on his lunch break. While waiting for a tow, our friend realized he was just a few blocks from Mountain View. Once there, the mechanics informed our friend that his particular battery was (1) not in stock and (2) more expensive than most car batteries (damn you, Jeep!). But rather than shrug their shoulders and tell him to suck it up, since he clearly wasn’t in a position to take his business elsewhere, they started calling other suppliers until they found a battery that (1) fit his stupid American-made car and (2) wasn’t outlandishly expensive. An hour later, he was back on the road. And that is service.

    mountainviewtire.com
    19131 Brookhurst St.
    Huntington Beach – 877.872.0126
    135 S. Prospect Ave.
    Tustin – 877.872.0144

  • Best Nail Salon

    Forever Nails & Spa

    At Forever Nails & Spa, you can get anything from one-of-a-kind designs to a simple gel manicure, and you’ll know you’ll leave with your nails on fleek. Choose from a multitude of premium lacquers, sink into one of the oversized, lush leather chairs, and treat yo’self.

    1514 Baker St.
    Costa Mesa – 714.825.0789

  • Best New App

    Laguna Beach Parking App

    Not only does this sweet app let you know where available spots are located in real time, but it also allows you to pay for parking. It’ll even send notices to warn you when your time is almost up, with the option to add more minutes. Enter your destination, and the snappy algorithm will tell you the closest lot with an available spot and how far you’ll walk or when the next free trolley will arrive for boarding. If meta PSAs are your thing, check out the video promoting the app on its website; actress Lauren Conrad driving around town in circles is late for the shoot because—you guessed it!—she can’t find a place to park. As with telephone booths, parking meters will soon become extinct or used to disguise time machines, after they’ve all been converted to take your credit card/steal your identity.

    app.lagunabeachparking.net

  • Best Occult Store

    The Dragon and the Rose

    Need the right protective crystals to get through Mercury being in retrograde without it making life a living hell? Maybe an array of oils to meet all your witchy needs? Or is a book of shadows what’s required? Whatever the calling, the Dragon and the Rose is just the right metaphysical store. More than just a one-stop witch shop, the small, 10-year-old business is the big heart of Orange County’s pagan community, thanks to store manager Addie Velasquez and owner Karen Estremo, who opened the place in remembrance of her Wiccan daughter, Arielle Rose, who died in a car accident. The shop also hosts Wiccan rituals just outside its doors, marking Sabbats from Mabon to Beltane. As above, so below.

    thedragonandtherose.com
    2424 N. Grand Ave., Ste. K
    Santa Ana – 714.569.0100

  • Best Optometrist

    Dr. Jeffrey H. Brown, OD

    When your optometrist is so good you refer everyone you know and everyone you work with to his office, well, that’s how you know they’re the best. Dr. Jeff Brown is patient with his patients and always up-to-date on advancements and news that affect your peepers. And his staff will not only help you find the perfect specs from their carefully curated selection, but they’ll also make sure you don’t put yourself into bankruptcy while doing so.

    drjeffreybrownod.com
    1175 Baker St., Ste. E-16
    Costa Mesa – 714.707.6712

  • Best Pet-Supply Store

    Pet Supply Orange County

    No matter the animal you are shopping for, Pet Supply Orange County has what you need. The staff are super-knowledgeable about all animal-related questions, and some stores host adoption events on weekends. Each of its six OC locations offers a huge selection of supplies and goodies, including the largest selection of dog toys and clothing we’ve ever seen, as well as pet-related products for their proud owners such as bracelets, keychains and animal figurines.

    petsupplyoc.com
    Various Locations

  • Best Place for Shopping

    Fashion Island

    What’s the best thing about Fashion Island? It’s either the location, the restaurants, the fitness classes, the movie theater, or that it has pretty much every store you could need. Or maybe it’s all of those things. You even have the option of having a personal shopper do all the grunt work for you. And if you stop by this outdoor mall during Christmas or Easter, you may run into Santa Claus or the Easter Bunny.

    shopfashionisland.com
    401 Newport Center Dr.
    Newport Beach – 949.721.2000

  • Best Place to Get Pierced

    EngineerInk Tattoo & Body Piercing

    Getting any sort of body modification is a painful enough, but going under the needle at EngineerInk in Fullerton makes the entire experience a breeze. The folks at this fine establishment know how to make customers feel at home the moment they walk in the door, guiding them through every procedure, including helping you pick out jewelry and determining proper piercing placement. Don’t expect piercing guns like what you’d find at Claire’s; each piercer is fully licensed and uses a traditional long needle for optimal sterilization. The best part of going here? It won’t cost you an arm and (tattooed) leg, so you can shop for your piercings on a budget.

    engineerink.com
    2443 E. Orangethorpe Ave.
    Fullerton – 714.738.0666

  • Best Real-Estate Agent

    Julio Arana

    With rents and home prices as high as they’ve ever been, buying a home in Orange County can feel impossible, especially for first-timers. It takes an experienced professional who listens to your concerns and knows the market to guide you through the process. Whether you’re looking to take advantage of the low rates, buy an investment property or sell your home, Julio Arana provides hands-on, individualized advice for each of his clients that is unparalleled.

    zillow.com/profile/julioarana

  • Best Record Store

    Port of Sound Records

    We see why they call this shop a port, as its selection reflects the container volume at the Port of Long Beach. There are records everywhere and of all kinds, from hip-hop to jazz to metal to funk to soul, by artists who are independent, signed, or completely underground. It’s easy to spend a whole day browsing and listening to all the artists you love at Port of Sound Records. There are just as many CDs here as there are vinyl records, for which you could also pick up a nice turntable to play them if you’ve only just begun to capture the essence of music as it was about three decades ago. And this shop has everything you need to maintain and clean your music collection to ensure optimal quality.

    portofsoundrecords.com
    1500 Adams Ave., Ste. 104-B
    Costa Mesa – 714.444.2337

  • Best Shoe Store

    Sam’s Shoes and Repair

    Founder Sam Tiberi was playing trumpet in local bands when he opened his shoe shop in 1953. And he was still blowing his horn during Richard Nixon’s Western White House era when he shod the president’s family. Today, the store on Del Mar is still going strong with quality shoes and repairs, plus the know-how of its longtime staff. The great thing is, the footwear is priced pretty much the same as at online retailers, but you get to try them on first and walk around the store. Actual people help you find the right fit, and they’ll suggest an alternative style if they think it’ll suit you better. Follow the shop’s Facebook for trunk-show sales throughout the year, and and don’t miss next July’s 67th-annual blowout. There’s parking and an entrance out back, which makes it easy to take in shoes for repairs or retreads or to shop such brands as Teva, Born, Ecco, Earth, Arcopedico and Converse.

    Facebook
    135 Avenida Del Mar Ave.
    San Clemente – 949.492.3495

  • Best Skate Shop

    Attic Skate Shop

    If you skate in Orange County, chances are you’re already familiar with Attic Skate Shop in Costa Mesa. It’s not a large shop, and it’s certainly not a chain, but for the past two decades, it has quietly built up a reputation as a great place to get decks, wheels, shirts and whatever else you need to skate. About 20 years ago, Brett Hamilton, who is himself a skater, opened the shop, which has a great selection (the wall of decks is something to behold); staff with tremendous knowledge, whether helping a beginner or an experienced pro; and real credibility. Skateboarding is a ton of fun, but you have to know what you’re doing to get the most out of it (as well as not get badly injured). And the people at Attic know what they’re doing.

    a-t-t-i-c.shoplightspeed.com
    2588 Newport Blvd.
    Costa Mesa – 949.645.3457

  • Best Surf Shop

    Harbour Surfboards

    This year marks the 60th anniversary of Harbour Surfboards, founded in 1959 by Rich Harbour. His first board, made at the age of 16, may have been a disaster, but since then, he and his shop have built 32,000 outstanding ones. The shop location then (at 329 Main Street in Seal Beach) is the same today, making it the nation’s oldest surfboard-shaping spot. The walls are covered with photos and clippings dating back to a time when Gerry Lopez (a fan of Harbour boards) was very young. “Even though [the shop is] up to date, it’s still kind of in a time warp,” shaper Tim Stamps told Surfer magazine in May. “Boards are shaped there; they’ve always been shaped there. . . . It’s kind of—I hate to say real—but it’s like the real deal of surfboards and time gone by: what it is, what it was, what the industry used to be.”

    harboursurfboards.com
    329 Main St.
    Seal Beach – 562.430.5614

  • Best Tanning Salon

    Rockstar Tan

    If you’re looking for that “I just got back from a weeklong vacation on a tropical island” glow, Rockstar Tan is the place for you. There are three locations conveniently spread across Orange County, all offering an unlimited tanning pass for only $18.99 per month. For more casual tanners, there are promotions for each day of the week, including Monday Madness, which gets you 50 percent off upgrades, and Sunless Sunday’s $15 spray tan.

    rockstartan.com
    1870 Harbor Blvd.
    Costa Mesa – 949.574.0505
    4957 Katella Ave.
    Los Alamitos – 714.226.0505
    27911 La Paz Rd.
    Laguna Niguel – 949.831.0505

  • Best Tattoo Parlor

    Black Palm Tattoo

    With amazingly skilled, highly regarded artists offering a variety of styles and color options, Black Palm Tattoo has something for everyone. In addition to owner Aaron Cox, you’ll find inkslingers Joey Cox, Jordan Yescas, Elexa Sanchez, Paul Alvarado and Tim Sauter. Whether it’s your first or your sixth tattoo, you can count on a damn-good-looking work of art made with long-lasting ink that won’t necessarily break the bank.

    Facebook
    1038 N. Tustin St.
    Orange – 714.602.8887

  • Best Tourist Attraction

    Pageant of the Masters

    What can best be described by experiencing it first-hand, this summertime performance brings new meaning to “the magic of lighting.” Utilizing an entire amphitheater to showcase the beauty of art coming to life, this beach city knows how to draw crowds. Although it’s quite the chore to navigate as a local during Pageant season, it is truly worth experiencing at least once in your lifetime—especially for the awe-inspiring finale.

    foapom.com
    650 Laguna Canyon Rd.
    Laguna Beach – 949.494.1145

  • Best Trend

    “Build-Your-Own” Restaurants

    On almost every street corner in America, you can find a Subway, a Chipotle or a build-your-own pizza joint. However, this trend continues expanding in creative ways in Orange County, with a wide variety of cultural restaurants joining in, from customized pitas to poké bowls with endless toppings.

  • Best Used Bookstore

    Camelot Books

    Thanks to its more than 100 categories of books and tens of thousands of paperbacks, Camelot Books managed to stand tall against the online-retail onslaught in an almost Arthurian fashion, selling used tomes to reading enthusiasts, penny-pinchers and curiosity-seekers. Long live Camelot!

    camelot-books.com
    18120 Brookhurst St., Ste. 28
    Fountain Valley

  • Best Used-Clothing Store

    2nd STREET Costa Mesa

    Offering good vibes, plus neo-thrifting and consignment options, 2nd Street Costa Mesa carries the hottest luxury and streetwear brands, including Bape, Supreme and Gucci.

    2ndstreetusa.com
    2937 Bristol St., Ste. D101
    Costa Mesa – 949.274.8585

  • Best Vape Shop

    Flawless Vape Shop

    With a super-experienced staff and hundreds of flavors available, Flawless Vape Shop is ready to help you spice up your smoking experience. In addition to  starter kits, the shop offers its own brand of vapes and eliquids in a variety of colors and finishes. Make an educated decision and get the right product every time.

    flawlessvapeshop.com
    5589 E. Santa Ana Canyon Rd.
    Anaheim – 714.998.8298

  • Best Veterinary Practice

    Paws ‘n’ Claws Veterinary Hospital

    If you dread taking your pets to the vet, Paws ‘n’ Claws will calm your fears. In addition to exams for the common to the most exotic of pets, this practice provides grooming, surgery and a pharmacy. And from the seamless scheduling system to regular calls from the friendly staff, your experience will be comfortable for both you and your beloved pets.

    pawsnclaws.com
    19762 Yorba Linda Blvd., Ste. D
    Yorba Linda – 714.693.380

  • Best Vintage Store

    Buffalo Exchange

    The staff here is picky. Though this consignment shop is part of a national franchise, each location has its own style, and that’s obvious from the different vibes at the Buffalo Exchange’s Orange County shops. What’s the same is that each one sells high-quality vintage garments at affordable prices, and if you have something to sell, once it’s approved by the staff, you can collect money or store credit to buy more clothes, shoes and accessories.

    buffaloexchange.com
    At the LAB, 2930 Bristol St.
    Costa Mesa – 714.825.0619
    215 N. Harbor Blvd.
    Fullerton – 714.870.6855

  • Best Adult Store

    Spankys Adult Emporium

    www.spankysonline.com
    213 N. Harbor Blvd.
    Santa Ana – 714.554.4495

  • Best Animal Rescue

    Lovebugs Rescue

    lovebugsrescue.org

  • Best Auto Body Shop

    Fountain Valley Bodyworks

    www.fvbodyworks.com
    17481 Newhope St.
    Fountain Valley – 714.751.8812
    18125 Euclid St.
    Fountain Valley – 714.540.2111

  • Best Barber Shop

    American Barber Shop

    americanbarbershop.com
    320 E. Fourth St.
    Santa Ana – 714.550.7430

  • Best Bike Shop

    Surf City Beach Cruisers

    surfcitybeachcruisers.com
    19171 Magnolia St., Ste. 17
    Huntington Beach – 714.321.4408

  • Best Bookstore

    Barnes & Noble

    www.barnesandnoble.com
    Multiple Locations

  • Best Car Wash

    Russell Fischer Car Care Centers

    www.russellfischer.com

  • Best Clothing Boutique

    Stitch and Feather

    stitchandfeather.com
    Multiple Locations

  • Best Comic-Book Store

    Pop Comics

    popcomicshop.com
    203 W. Center St.
    Anaheim – 657.208.3835

  • Best Cosmetic Surgeon

    Dr. Kevin Sadati

    drkevinsadati.com
    359 San Miguel Dr., Ste. 110
    Newport Beach – 949.438.2662

  • Best Dentist

    Dr. Jeremy Jorgenson at Advanced Dental Care

    mycostamesadentist.com
    3033 Bristol St., Ste. AA
    Costa Mesa – 714.793.0752

  • Best Doggie Daycare

    Paws Chateau

    pawschateau.com
    7680 Talbert Ave., Stes. I & H
    Huntington Beach – 855.422.7297

  • Best Downtown

    Huntington Beach
  • Best Facial

    Aesthetic Lounge

    galleryofcosmeticsurgery.com
    359 San Miguel Dr., Ste. 200
    Newport Beach – 949.281.7906

  • Best Hair Removal

    Downtown Sugar

    www.downtownsugar.com
    218 W. Third St.
    Santa Ana – 714.647.9338

  • Best Hair Salon

    Salon Midori

    salonmidori.com
    4070 N. Harbor Blvd.
    Fullerton – 714.773.4070

  • Best Hotel

    Pasea Hotel & Spa

    meritagecollection.com/pasea-hotel
    21080 Pacific Coast Hwy.
    Huntington Beach – 888.880.6638

  • Best Lawyer

    Jonathan Y. Shin at Shin Law Group

    shinlawpc.com
    9070 Irvine Center Dr., Ste. 135
    Irvine – 949.371.9052
    22605 La Palma Ave., Ste. 505
    Yorba Linda – 949.371.9052

  • Best Liquor Store

    Hi-Time Wine Cellars

    www.hitimewine.net
    250 Ogle St.
    Costa Mesa – 949.650.8463

  • Best Local Politician/Public Servant

    Katie Porter

    porter.house.gov
    2151 Michelson Dr., Ste. 195
    Irvine – 949.668.6600

  • Best Massage

    Salon Midori

    salonmidori.com
    4070 N. Harbor Blvd.
    Fullerton – 714.773.4070

  • Best Mechanic

    Lint Automotive

    www.lintautomotive.com
    25741 Obrero Dr., Ste. C
    Mission Viejo – 949.273.3435

  • Best Nail Salon

    Aphrodite Nails

    10971 Garden Grove Blvd.
    Garden Grove – 714.837.8991

  • Best Pet-Supply Store

    Anaheim Feed and Pet Supply

    anaheimfeed.com
    1730 N. Lemon St.
    Anaheim – 714.992.2012

  • Best Place for Shopping

    South Coast Plaza

    www.southcoastplaza.com
    3333 Bristol St.
    Costa Mesa

  • Best Place to Get Pierced

    CM Hurt

    cmhurt.com
    13159 Brookhurst St.
    Garden Grove – 714.537.2269

  • Best Real-Estate Agent

    Robert Casas of Trusted Realty Group

    robertcasas.com
    701 Silk Tree
    Irvine – 714.204.8040

  • Best Record Store

    Dr. Freecloud’s Last Record Store Standing

    drfreeclouds.com
    9043 Garfield Ave.
    Fountain Valley – 657.888.4695

  • Best Shoe Store

    Vans

    www.vans.com
    Multiple Locations

  • Best Skate Shop

    Vans

    www.vans.com
    Multiple Locations

  • Best Surf Shop

    Jack’s Surfboards

    jackssurfboards.com
    Multiple Locations

  • Best Tanning Salon

    Tropic Tan

    tropictantustin.com
    13432 Newport Ave.
    Tustin – 714.838.4050

  • Best Tattoo Parlor

    Illusions Ink

    illusionsinkhouse.com
    1045 W. Orangethorpe Ave.
    Fullerton – 714.213.9873

  • Best Tourist Attraction

    Disneyland Resort

    disneyland.disney.go.com
    1313 Disneyland Dr.
    Anaheim – 714.781.4636

  • Best Trend

    Weed
  • Best Used Bookstore

    The Bookman

    www.ebookman.com
    320 E. Katella Ave.
    Orange – 714.538.0166

  • Best Used-Clothing Store

    Savers

    savers.com
    9091 Garfield Ave.
    Fountain Valley – 714.963.0425
    4852 Valley View Ave.
    Yorba Linda – 714.854.9961

  • Best Vape Shop

    Ziggy’s Smoke Shop

    ziggysonline.com
    15451 Beach Blvd.
    Westminster – 714.379.9020

  • Best Veterinary Practice

    Greek and Associates Veterinary Hospital

    gavh.net
    23687 Via Del Rio
    Yorba Linda – 714.463.1190

  • Best Vintage Store

    1 Look Vintage

    abcpunkbook.com
    217 Fifth St.
    Huntington Beach – 413.519.7440