Mason + Deerfield Lifestyle is proud to present the winners of the fourth annual Mason and Deerfield Readers’ Choice Awards. From delicious food and drinks to helpful, dedicated service and health providers, we enjoy a diverse, thriving community. We hope these awards celebrate some of your own hometown favorites and help you discover new businesses in the area. All votes came from our readers and the community. Congratulations to all of the winners!
BEST PHILANTHROPIC ORGANIZATION
Live Like Maya Foundation
Maya Collins was only seven when she was diagnosed with acute myeloid leukemia and a chromosomal abnormality that made her cancer harder to treat. For more than six years, she and her family experienced the roller coaster of multiple life-saving bone marrow transplants, chemotherapies, relapses and remissions. On October 3, 2017, Maya received her “angel wings”. Having lived her 14 years as a thoughtful, generous young lady, her legacy would be to make the world a kinder, more loving place.
The Live Like Maya Foundation was started and is led by Maya’s parents and Mason residents, Bonnie and Tom Collins. They are committed to funding pediatric cancer research, providing financial assistance to families of children battling cancer and continuing Maya's legacy of fostering kindness and goodwill within the community.
“To live like Maya is to wear a big smile, enjoy life, love dance and art and have a tender, giving heart,” says Bonnie.
Some of the organizations they support include the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society, St. Jude Children's Research Hospital and Cincinnati Children's Hospital. The foundation also provides college scholarships to students in the community who have displayed exemplary life skills. To date, the Live Like Maya Foundation has raised more than $250,000 to support pediatric cancer families and life saving pediatric cancer research. In 2021, they contributed a $10K research grant to Cincinnati Children's Hospital, and more than $18K to the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society's Children's Initiative.
Recently, Bonnie and Tom, who are part-owners in Sharonville-based Third Eye Brewing, saw their Higher Purpose Milk Stout, known as Maya’s Beer, win two prestigious awards: the Great American Beer Festival Gold medal in the sweet stout/cream stout category and Gold in the U.S. Open Beer Championship. Each Higher Purpose brew purchased contributes 10% of proceeds to the Live Like Maya Foundation.
BEST LAW FIRM
Lyons & Lyons
8310 Princeton-Glendale Rd, West Chester Township
513.777.2222
Lyons & Lyons Law is a West Chester-based full-service law firm serving Southwest Ohio. Rob Lyons, founder of Lyons & Lyons, opened his law office in West Chester in 1983, and has remained a staple in the community for more than 35 years. Lyons & Lyons Law attorneys are happy to assist their neighbors with virtually all of their legal needs.
BEST INSURANCE AGENCY OR AGENT
Nick Bogan - Senour Flaherty Insurance Agency
7451 S. Mason-Montgomery Rd, Mason
513.506.7646
Senour Flaherty Insurance is an independent agent that has been an anchor in southwest Ohio for nearly 50 years. Originally established by Ed Senour in the historic district of downtown Mason, they are a local business that takes pride in community involvement and serving the citizens in the Mason area. In 2004, Mason native Nick Bogan joined the agency and he currently serves as co-vice president.
BEST CHILDCARE CENTER
The Goddard School-Mason
754 Reading Rd, Mason
513.398.2777
The Goddard School in Mason is a Cognia accredited school with a hands-on, onsite owner who knows all of the students, teachers, and parents. The school also has an Education Director, who is in charge of making sure the teachers create lesson plans that meet the needs of every child in the classroom and prepares the children for school, career and life. Additionally, they have an Executive Director, who is in charge of the daily operations of the school. This dedicated team helps put The Goddard School-Mason a step ahead of other area preschools and daycare providers.
BEST AUTO BODY OR REPAIR SHOP
RIX Automotive
4457 Bethany Rd, Unit G-2, Mason
513.500.9373
RIX Automotive is Cincinnati's Independent Honda and Japanese Automotive Repair Specialists. They provide top-quality auto repair and maintenance services for Honda, Acura, Toyota, Lexus, Nissan, Infiniti, Mazda, Mitsubishi and Subaru. With ASE certified and factory trained master technicians, they specialize in providing auto repair services such as oil changes, timing belts, brakes, AC services, check engine light diagnostics, factory recommended maintenance, as well as countless preventative maintenance, diagnostic, repair and performance services.
BEST SALON OR DAY SPA
Kim Harper Salon and Spa
5150 Socialville-Foster Rd, Mason
513.229.8818
Since their opening in 2006, Kim Harper Salon and Spa has worked to build a welcoming culture and environment unlike any other salon. Each team member is passionate about making a personal connection with clients and delivering the very best hair and skin services. They partner with Kevin Murphy, Davines, Bioelements and Wella brands to provide a handpicked selection of products that deliver beautiful results in the salon and at home.
BEST FINANCIAL PLANNER/AGENT
Edward Jones - Dianna Knudsen, CFP®
5770 Gateway Blvd, Suite 103, Mason
513.398.2699
Dianna Knudsen is a Certified Financial Planner™ who offers a personal approach to investing. Her attention to detail and ability to explain the investment process without financial jargon has helped individuals and businesses throughout the Mason community to plan and achieve their most complex financial goals.
BEST BANK OR CREDIT UNION
PNC Bank-Deerfield
5283 Bowen Dr, Mason
513.229.7960
PNC Bank offers a wide range of personal and business banking services including checking and savings accounts, credit cards, mortgages, personal, home and auto loans and a wide range of business products and solutions. They also offer online banking, mobile banking, and investment services along with a Customer Service Support Center. In addition to traditional retail banking, PNC also provides corporate and institutional banking and asset management products and services.
BEST JEWELER
Welling & Co.
8992 Cincinnati Dayton Rd, West Chester Township
513.779.8883
BEST BOUTIQUE OR SPECIALTY STORE
Mim’s Off Main
623 Reading Rd, Mason
513.336.9100
BEST AUTO DEALER
Kings Toyota
4700 Fields Ertel Rd, Cincinnati
513.683.5440
BEST PET STORE OR SERVICE
PetSmart
8175 Arbor Square Dr, Mason
513.336.0365
BEST KIDS ACTIVITY
Mason Public Library
200 Reading Rd, Mason
513.398.2711
BEST KIDS PERFORMING ARTS ACTIVITY
School of Rock
755 Reading Rd, #1, Mason
513.770.1257
BEST FITNESS CENTER
Mason Community Center
6050 S Mason-Montgomery Rd, Mason
513.229.8555
BEST BOUTIQUE FITNESS STUDIO
Pure Barre
5939 Deerfield Blvd, Suite 103, Mason
513.204.1978
BEST FINE DINING
S.W. Clyborne Co. Provision & Spirits
5948 Snider Rd, Mason
513.204.7922
S.W. Clyborne Co. Provision & Spirits is an urban-style gastropub located in Mason. Locally owned and operated, Clyborne’s was created to bring a one-of-kind dining experience to the northern suburbs of Cincinnati. Featuring American cuisine, the chef-driven menu is seasonal and everything is made from scratch using the highest quality ingredients. Guest comfort and satisfaction are their greatest goals, and they delight in making ordinary meals special and special occasions even more memorable.
BEST EVENT SPACE OR PLANNER
Manor House Event Center
7440 S Mason-Montgomery Rd, Mason
513.229.4703
Manor House of Mason provides elegance with a personal touch. Established in 1996, they’ve hosted hundreds of happy couples, corporate teams and families celebrating major life events. This premier event venue succeeds not only at providing an elegant space, but also in providing its clients with services that make hosting the event stress-free. The team at Manor House pulls out all of the stops to ensure that every client’s event dreams come true.
BEST DESSERT
Nothing Bundt Cakes
9540 Mason Montgomery Rd, Suite D, Mason
513.492.8115
Let Nothing Bundt Cakes sweeten your day! Choose from up to ten delicious bundt flavors and multiple sizes made from the finest ingredients and crowned with their signature cream cheese frosting. To elevate your occasion, select from more than sixty unique handcrafted cake designs themed around holidays and celebrations such as weddings, showers, birthdays, anniversaries and more.
BEST BREWERY
Sonder Brewing
8584 Duke Blvd, Mason
513.779.BREW
Sonder Brewing crafts high-quality beer with a mix of story and community. The 15,200 square-foot building holds a 30-barrel brewhouse and features 2,000 square-feet of taproom space. The Sonder brewing team, led by Chase Legler, has more than 20 years of craft brewing experience, with a passion for quality and flavor. The BrewRiver Kitchen in-house eatery serves a handmade selection of menu items and bar bites daily, including brunch Friday through Sunday.
BEST COFFEE SHOP
Adesso
125 E Main St, Mason
513.445.2889
BEST BREAKFAST & BRUNCH
Le Peep
3298 Montgomery Rd, Loveland
513.9874248
BEST CASUAL DINING
Two Cities Pizza Company
202 West Main St, Mason
513.770.0000
BEST INTERNATIONAL CUISINE
Empanadas Aquí Café
322 Reading Rd, Mason
513.701.9500
BEST BURGER
Quatman Cafe
224 W Main St, Mason
513.229.0222
BEST HAPPY HOUR
Firebirds Wood Fired Grille
5075 Deerfield Blvd, Mason
513.234.9032
Mason.FirebirdsRestaurants.com
BEST FAMILY ENTERTAINMENT & RECREATION
Kings Island
6300 Kings Island Dr, Mason
513.754.5700
BEST REALTOR
Jackie Quigley -The Quigley Team
7590 Tylers Pl Blvd, West Chester Township
513.615.4798
Jackie Quigley is the team lead for the Quigley Team which serves the Greater Cincinnati area with a concentration in the Mason area. She is consistently ranked as a top-selling agent in the Cincinnati MLS. Jackie and her team bring a passion and knowledge of the housing market that provides an unparalleled experience for both buyers and sellers.
BEST CUSTOM HOME BUILDER
Drees Homes
211 Grandview Dr, Fort Mitchell, KY
513.725.3340
The Drees commitment to excellence runs four generations deep—family-owned and operated since 1928. "Our company's purpose of enriching lives by making dream homes easy is dependent on a focused approach that always begins and ends with quality, personalization, and customer service," says David Drees. They also use the most advanced programs in the industry, such as Drees Smart Home Technology and Energy Innovations, to create their customer’s unique idea of home in their dream community.
BEST REMODELER
Brent Thomas Renovations
Mason, Ohio
513.519.3906
Brent Thomas Renovations is an interior design, renovation, and woodworking company proudly based in Mason, Ohio for more than 10 years. They are passionate about constructing beautiful, one-of-a-kind interior spaces through creative interior design and superior craftsmanship. Their goal is to treat their clients with honesty and respect, like the friends and neighbors they are, and to always provide services that make everyone proud.
BEST INTERIOR DESIGNER
Berninger Designs
315 W. Main St, Mason
513.702.4908
Beringer Designs has quickly grown to become the area's premier choice for residential and commercial interior design. They apply a customized, client-centric approach to color, texture and style that is totally unique to their clients’ brand. Whether looking to breathe new life into an existing space or create a custom design from the ground up, their refreshing approach to interior design will inspire you.
BEST INTERIOR HOME SERVICE
Closets By Design
11275 Deerfield Rd, Cincinnati
513.469.6130
Cincinnati.ClosetsByDesign.com
Closets by Design is a full service designer, manufacturer and installer of custom home organizational systems. They build dream closets along with pantries, home offices, laundry rooms, mudrooms, media centers, hobby rooms and complete garage makeovers. From no obligation in-home consultation, custom tailored designs and the highest quality construction, their products offer the best value in the industry.
BEST EXTERIOR HOME SERVICE
The Glass Guru of Mason
4457 Bethany Rd, #D1, Mason
513.204.2354
The Glass Guru of Mason restores, repairs and replaces their clients’ window issues. They replace just the glass and window parts instead of replacing the whole window. They also do cabinet glass using regular glass or decorative glass. Shower doors and mirrors are another specialty. Give them a call to set up an estimate and have them assess all of your glass needs.
BEST EXTERIOR HOME SERVICE
CMR Outdoor Living
7228 Columbia Rd, Suite 200, Maineville
513.601.1789
Looking to add life to your backyard? At CMR Outdoor Living, their experts can design the project, offer financing and handle the installation all in one place! They specialize in maintenance-free products such as pergolas, patio covers, decks, sunroom, pavers and much more. Visit their showroom for a one-stop shopping experience.
BEST HEATING AND AIR
Air Authority Heating & Air Conditioning Inc.
654 Reading Rd, Mason
513.229.0789
Air Authority is a client-focused, results and performance-driven company offering residential and light commercial heating and air conditioning installation and service. Their first priority is customer satisfaction. They pride themselves on being a family-based company that provides the best possible HVAC service, while also being involved in the Mason community.
BEST LANDSCAPER
Natorp's
8601 Snider Rd, Mason
513.398.4769
BEST HOME DECOR OR FURNISHINGS
Burlap & Birch
9281 Governors Way, Cincinnati
513.781.4851
BEST FLOORING
McSwain Carpets & Floors
5222 Bardes Rd, Mason
513.336.0451
BEST EXTERIOR HOME SERVICES
Proscapes Concrete & Construction
5111 Gilmour Rd, Morrow
513.267.0385
BEST INTERIOR HOME SERVICES
Nixco Plumbing Inc.
4281 State Route 42, Mason
513.655.5408
BEST SENIOR LIVING
The Christian Village at Mason
411 Western Row Rd, Mason
513.398.1486
BEST MEDICAL SPECIALIST
Lindner Center of HOPE
4075 Old Western Row Rd, Mason
513.536.HOPE
Since 2008, Lindner Center of HOPE has served as a lifeline to tens of thousands who’ve struggled with mental illness or addiction. Lindner Center of HOPE is a place entirely dedicated to hope – and finding the path forward. They are distinguished as a psychiatric center of excellence for their breadth of expertise and depth of understanding.
BEST DENTIST
All Smiles Family Dental
409 Reading Rd, Mason
513.398.5030
Dr. Tom Nymberg and his staff at All Smiles Family Dental have been caring for this community for over 34 years. They provide one-stop dental care for every member of the family, including braces, same day crowns, implants and Pinhole Surgical Technique for receding gums. What has distinguished them through the years is the personal care and compassion they give their patients, rooted in transparency, honesty and after hours availability.
BEST ORTHODONTIST
Rinaldi Orthodontics
6406 Thornberry Ct, #210, Mason
513.234.7890
BEST MEDICAL SPECIALIST: WOMEN’S HEALTH
The Christ Hospital Partners - Obstetrics and Gynecology
608 Reading Rd, Suite C, Mason
513.579.0707
BEST MEDICAL SPECIALIST: WOMEN’S HEALTH
Amy Brenner, MD & Associates
6413 Thornberry Ct, Mason
513.770.0787
BEST OPTOMETRIST
Cincinnati Eye Institute
6150 Radio Way, Mason
513.770.4020
BEST PEDIATRICIAN
Cincinnati Children's Mason Primary Care
9600 Children's Dr, Bldg D, Mason
513.336.6700
BEST PRIMARY CARE
Group Health TriHealth Physician Partners
6010 Mason-Montgomery Rd, Mason
513.246.7000
BEST DERMATOLOGIST
The Dermatology Group, Inc.
5298 Socialville-Foster Rd, Mason
513.770.4212
BEST CHIROPRACTOR
Mason Chiropractic & Rehabilitation
111 Reading Rd, Mason
513.398.2020
BEST VETERINARIAN
Mason Animal Hospital
771 Reading Rd, Mason
513.398.3070