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  • Readers' Choice: Best Sports Bar
    Wowies Sports Grill
    Steve Satter: “I’ve tried every sports bar from Miami to West Palm, and the best sports bar for me is Wowies Sports Grill in Boca Raton. Friday night, they take it to a new level; ladies drink free, they’ve got a kick-ass DJ, and a fun crowd. And if you’re hungry, the pizza is superb.” Click... More >>
  • Readers' Choice: Best Bar in Palm Beach
    Sláinte Irish Pub
    Andrea says: “Best Bar in Palm Beach would have to Sláinte. Friendly atmosphere, great bartenders, and great drink specials. Plus, the food is good too.” Click here to see all of the votes for Best Bar in Palm Beach. More >>
  • Readers' Choice: Best Bar in Broward
    Kings Head Pub & Restaurant
    Kevin says: “The staff is awesome, the owner is great, and the place has the feel of going over to someone’s house to enjoy a few brews with friends. If you’ve never been, you owe it to yourself to enjoy the fine people and beer at Kingshead Sunrise!” Click here to see all of the votes for Best... More >>
  • Readers' Choice: Best Local Album (1 Comment)
    The J.Hexx Project’s The Seven Doorz To Death/Twitch of the Deadz Nervez
    AMKR: "I'm votin' for The J. Hexx Project - Twitch of The Deadz Nerve/Seven Doorz of Death. Clearly the best artist out of Florida and one of the most orginal Horrorcore/Wicked Shit acts of all time!" Click here to see all of the votes for Best Local Album. "Schizo Killjoy" from The J.Hexx... More >>
  • Readers' Choice: Best Boutique
    Vintage Diversity
    Theresa says: “Vintage Diversity is a little piece of nostalgic heaven on Prospect Avenue. It has the best selection of vintage clothing and memorabilia in South Florida.” Click here to see all of the votes for Best Boutique. More >>
  • Readers' Choice: Best Band (1 Comment)
    BitchFire
    Pam says: “There is no need for debate or for anyone to fight it out. BitchFire is the best local band. Original, kick-ass, hard rock! That’s it!” Click here to see all of the votes for Best Band. "Vampire" from BitchFire: More >>
  • Readers' Choice: Best Local Hip-Hop Artist
    The J. Hexx Project
    Suckafree says: “The J. Hexx Project is the shit! That guy makes awesome music! Plus his movies are dope too.” Click here to see all of the votes for Best Local Hip-Hop Artist. "Schizo Killjoy" from The J.Hexx Project: More >>
  • Readers' Choice: Best Club DJ (1 Comment)
    DJ Ed Whitty
    Enso Costa says: “Def Ed Whitty. His sounds are so sick they impregnate women on the dance floor.” Click here to see all of the votes for Best Club DJ. More >>
  • Readers' Choice: Best Album Store
    CD Heaven
    Allan Rosen says: “CD Heaven’s owner is a walking encyclopedia of music knowledge. There is also an excellent selection of LPs, along with lots of concert DVDs. Unlike Best Buy or Wal-Mart, you can actually get some knowledgeable personal service in this place.” Click here to see all of the... More >>
  • Readers' Choice: Best Sex Toy Shop
    Rock Hard
    Anonymous says: "Rock Hard in Wilton Manors is fun and entertaining. Click here to see all of the votes for Best Sex Toy Shop. More >>
  • Readers' Choice: Best Hair Stylist
    Devon Nola from Aqua Salon
    June Ellis says: “Devon understands your lifestyle and how your haircut fits into that. I wanted something fun yet age-appropriate. She covered my gray with a dark brown and added some fun burgundy highlights. She is a genius.” Click here to see all of the votes for Best Hair Stylist. More >>
  • Readers' Choice: Best Dance Club (6 Comments)
    Exit 66
    Mark says: “Exit 66 brings a new and improved meaning to beauty, elegance, and downright intensity. The gorgeous people from staff to clientele kept my head turning all night. Not to mention the DJs that spun their sets — amazing!” Click here to see all of the votes for Best Dance Club. More >>
  • Readers' Choice: Best Restaurant in Broward
    Hi-Life Café
    Royce says: “Anyone who goes in there and tries their amazing butterfish and crabfish will sure never want to leave. Let alone the dessert menu.” Click here to see all of the votes for Best Restaurant in Broward. More >>
  • Readers' Choice: Best Restaurant in Palm Beach
    Ambrosia
    Branon says: “I’ve been driving up regularly from Hollywood to eat at Ambrosia for several years now. I have yet to meet anything on the menu that I didn’t like.” Click here to see all of the votes for Best Restaurant in Palm Beach. More >>
  • Readers' Choice: Best Hamburger
    Tie between Big City Dogs and Five Guys
    Gerry P. says: "Big City is hands down the best burger in town! It's gigantic, tasty and grilled to perfection. The only issue is it's to damn big to bite into. Guys, I wish you would open in Boca soon! Not One of the Five says: "You've got to give Five Guys some credit. For the price and the... More >>
  • Readers' Choice: Best Pizza (2 Comments)
    Pizza Fusion
    Kornelia Rybitwa says: “Who would have thought something organic could taste so amazing? I am no health freak, I do not shop at Whole Foods, but I have never had a better pizza.” Click here to see all of the votes for Best Pizza. More >>
  • Readers' Choice: Best Dolphins Player
    Chad Pennington
    SteveO says: “Chad Pennington was not the only reason the team turned itself around, but he became a leader at the team’s most important position.” Click here to see all of the votes for Best Dolphins Player . More >>
  • Readers' Choice: Best Marlins Player
    Tie between Hanley Ramirez and Jeremy Hermida
    Click here to see all of the votes for Best Marlins Player. (Note: One vote came in through our interactive poll.) More >>
  • Readers' Choice: Best Heat Player
    Dwyane Wade
    Anonymous says: “Anyone who votes for someone other than D-Wade shouldn’t have their vote counted anyway.” Click here to see all of the votes for Best Heat Player. More >>
  • Readers' Choice: Best Park
    The ArtsPark at Young Circle in Hollywood
    KDB says: “The ArtsPark is one fabulous experience for the senses as well as the young at heart. Just beautiful.” Click here to see all of the votes for Best Park. More >>
  • Readers' Choice: Best Radio Personality (5 Comments)
    Joyce Kaufman
    Mack says: “Joyce Kaufman tells her audience what’s important to know. She sees through the difficult issues of the day and is always right on. She constantly reveals her bright, funny self.” Click here to see all of the votes for Best Radio Personality. More >>
  • Readers' Choice: Best Journalist
    Three-way tie among the South Florida Blade’s Knife & Fork at floridablade.com, TheJuiceBlog.com editor Tom Francis, and Bob Norman of New Times and BrowardPalmBeach.com
    Click here to see all of the votes for Best Journalist. More >>
  • Readers' Choice: Best Visual Artist (1 Comment)
    Debbie Sampson
    Sherry Nateson says: “Debbie Sampson is the best visual artist. She specializes in sports and equine figures, and her paintings of horses are gorgeous.” Click here to see all of the votes for Best Visual Artist. More >>
  • Readers' Choice: Best Theater Company
    Tie between Rising Action Theatre Company and Florida Stage
    Click here to see all of the votes for Best Theater Company. More >>
  • Readers' Choice: Best Museum
    Museum of Art/Fort Lauderdale
    Art Boy says: “The Museum of Art Fort Lauderdale had stunning exhibitions in 2008-2009. My favorites were the Pablo Picasso ceramics/Carlos Luna paintings exhibition; the 13 South Florida Artists exhibition; and ‘Coming of Age,’ that American masters exhibition.” Click here to see all of the... More >>

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