We are excited to announce our first-ever Reader's Choice winners! From healthcare to dining out, each winner was chosen by YOU-- our incredible readers! Not only is it an honor to present this remarkable round-up of local businesses, but it is inspiring to see our community come together to support their own. Let's celebrate this outstanding collection of Reader's Choice winners.
Congratulations to all, and cheers to the Best of 2022!
Best Hospital
Lexington Medical Center
Lexmed.com
803.791.2000
Lexington Medical Center is a medical complex in Lexington, SC. Lexington Medical Center is owned by Lexington County Health Service District, Inc, a private company. The network includes six community medical centers, an occupational health facility, the largest nursing home in the Carolinas, an Alzheimer's disease care center and seventy physician practices in a variety of services. Lexington Medical Center's main campus is located on Sunset Boulevard in West Columbia.
Best Pest Control
Modern Exterminating Company
Pestfreesc.com
803.765.2315
Modern Exterminating is the longest-standing, family-owned, local, independent pest control company serving Columbia, Lexington, Aiken, and beyond. We service a 50 mile radius from downtown and have over 11,000 customers in the greater Columbia area. We’re also available for same-day service, because we understand the importance of taking care of pest problems ASAP.
Best Car Care
Christian Brothers Automotive
Cbac.com
803.753.7855
Best Restaurant
Di Vino Rosso
Divinorossosc.com
803.550.9699
We are honored to have served the community for 10 years and counting -- whether you are a local regular or a new friend, it is our pleasure to host you. We look forward to welcoming you to Di Vino Rosso!
Best Real Estate Firm
The Downing Group
Thedowninggroup.com
803.381.8950
Best Luxury Hotel
The Willcox
Thewillcox.com
803.648.1898
Built in the last years of the nineteenth century, The Willcox has been welcoming guests for well over a hundred years.
Best New Restaurant
Chophouse of Chapin
ChophouseofChapin.com
803.723.2351
Best Urgent Care
Veritas Health Group
VeritasUrgentCare.com
803.399.8793
Best Boutique Hotel
Hotel Trundle
HotelTrundle.com
803.722.5000
Best Luxury Automobile Dealership
McDaniels Auto Group
McDanielsautogroup.com
803.786.6400
Best Automobile Dealership
McDaniels Auto Group
McDanielsautogroup.com
803.786.6400
Best Flooring Company
Floor Boys
FloorBoys.com
803.359.0507
Best Pediatric Dentist
Wild Smiles
Wildsmiles.net
803.356.1606
Best Weight Loss Consultant
Profile by Sanford
ProfilePlan.com
803.756.3403
Best Italian Restaurant
Alodia's Cucina
Alodias.com
803.520.4493
Best Optician
Columbia Eye Clinic
Columbiaeyeclinic.com
803.779.3070
Best Tutor
Mathnasium of Lexington
Mathnasium.com
803.356.6103
Best Fine Jeweler
Dems Fine Jewelers
Demsjewelers.com
803.407.5290
Best Bank
Security Federal Bank
Security FederalBank.com
803.808.8180
Best Mattress and Furniture Store
Michaelis Mattress
Michaelismattress.com
803.356.2337
Best Casual Restaurant
O'Hara’s Public House
Oharas-public-house.com
803.785.4025
Best Bar
O'Hara’s Public House
Oharas-public-house.com
803.785.4025
Best Dermatologist
Columbia Skin Clinic
Columbiaskinclinic.com
803.779.7316
Best Orthopaedic Doctor
Lexington Orthopaedics – Dr. Guillaume Dumont
Lexmed.com/ortho
803.314.9640
Best Specialty Doctor
Lexington Urology – Dr. David Lamb
Lexingtonurology.com
803.739.3660
Best Mortgage Company
Thrive Mortgage – Mandie Anderson
Needapre.com
803.960.9343
Best Insurance Agency
CFP Insurance – Todd Smith
Cfpins.com
803.561.9003
Best Financial Advisor
The Sturkie Wealth Management Group
Sturkiewealthmanagement.com
803.386.0307
Best Real Estate Attorney
Lawyer Lisa
Lawyerlisa.com
803.563.5163
Best Female Run Financial Group
Edward Jones - Lindsay Cox
EdwardJones.com
803.808.5993
Best Landscape Nursery
Wingard's Market & Garden
Wingardsmarket.com
803.359.9091
Best Kitchen and Bath Contractor
Capital Kitchen & Bath
Capitalkb.com
803.345.5888
Best New Retirement Community
Lakeview Retirement Community
Rlccommunities.com
803.369.6210
Best Architect
Catalyst Architects
Catalyst Architects.com
803.358.6565
Best Home Care
McLeod Home Care
McLeodCare.com
803.233.3343
Everyone ages. It’s an inherent property of life. As our bodies and minds develop over time, we adapt to these changes by modifying our decisions and actions. The later years of life can be especially challenging, but McLeod Home Care is here to help. We listen closely to our residents in order to understand their needs and limitations, then discuss and determine potential solutions. We work with you to customize options that will make the life you want for yourself and your loved ones a reality.
Best Realtor
Lake Homes Realty – Cat Thornton
LakeHomes.com
803.446.4761
Best Garage Door Company
Pro Lift Garage – Lexington
Proliftdoors.com
803.723.2499
Best Custom Closet Designer
Closet Factory - Columbia
ClosetFactory.com
800.838.7995
Best Chiropractor
Carolina West – Bigbie
CarolinaWestClinic.com
BigbieChiropractic.com
803.356.9315
Best Orthodontist
The Braces Place
TheBracesPlace.com
803.359.4480
Best Philanthropic Company
CMS Roofing
CMSRoofingsc.com
803.732.5558
We are licensed and insured and have served the entire state of South Carolina, mostly focusing our efforts on the Columbia and Charleston areas for more than 20 years. We believe in using that expertise to give you and your family peace-of-mind – it’s what CMS Roofing is all about.
Best Marketing/Ad Agency
Splash Omnimedia
Splashomninedia.com
803.785.5656
Best Private School
Northside Christian Academy
Northsidechristianacademy.org
803.520.5656
Best Boat Dealer
Marine 360
Marine360sc.com
803.749.2360
Marine 360 has been a mainstay on Lake Murray since 2007. Owners Brandon Crutchfield and Scott Muckenfuss share one common goal - to provide the highest quality sales and service in the Midlands area. Marine 360 has far exceeded these goals - named the Second Highest Volume dealer by Crest Marine. Brandon and Scott have surrounded themselves with the best in the industry to get you where you want to be - on the water!
Best Outdoor Advertising
Grace Outdoor
GraceOutdoor.com
803.252.7084
Grace Outdoor is a locally-owned, family business based in Columbia, SC. We operate both traditional and digital billboards in Columbia, Greenville, Florence, Fort Mill, Spartanburg and Charleston, SC and Charlotte, NC.
Best Staffing Firm
Roper Staffing
Roperstaffing.com
803.798.8500
Best On Air Radio Personality
Summer James
B106.7
106fm.com
Best Concierge Doctor
Dr. Dee Carter
Living Well Family Medicine
803.951.2750
Best Custom Doors
Southern Custom Doors and Hardware
SCDOORS.COM
803.851.5801
Best ENT Medical Group
Centa Medical Group
Centamedical.com
803.256.2483
Best Tool Company
Mann Tool & Supply
Manntools.com
803.252.7777
Specializing in power tool and accessory sales, Mann Tool offers a full line from many major name-brand power tool and woodworking equipment manufacturers. To complement our tool and equipment selection, Mann offers woodworking and construction supplies, lumber and other wood products, plus classes and demos in woodworking and wood turning.
Best Roofing Company
Premiere Roofing
Premiereroofingcolumbia.com
803.244.9428
Best Coffee Shop
Loveland Coffee
Lovelandcofee.com
Beach Loveland has had a long-time love of coffee and in building a community around coffee. He has been working in the specialty coffee industry for over 15 years and the service industry for over 20 years. Beach, along with his wife, Jessica, have had a vision of bringing the community together through their love of coffee and guidance of the Lord.
Best Breakfast
Café Strudel- Lexington
Cafestrudel.com
803.794.6634
Best Event Venue
Corley Mill House & Gardens
Corleymillhouse.com
803.957.1818
The Corley Mill House is an Edwardian-era home built in 1908. The house was purchased and developed into an event venue in 1997. With the addition of a banquet space and gardens in 2001, the property has evolved into a multi-faceted venue for indoor and outdoor events of all types and sizes.
Best Caterer
Southern Way Catering
Thesouthernway.com
803.783.1061
In 1982, our founder Jimmy Stevenson began a small company with deep Southern roots and a philosophy that demanded the best. This philosophy continues today and is undoubtedly why Southern Way is now one of the largest, most successful, and most sought-after catering companies in this area. We specialize in off-site catering anywhere in the Southeast with a fully-equipped mobile catering kitchen.
Best Med Spa
Blue Lavender Spa
Bluelavenderspa.com
803.575.8404
Blue Lavender Spa believes in bringing your Natural Beauty to Life!
We use botanical-based skincare that harnesses the healing power of plant-based extracts to produce clinical results. Medical Aesthetic services enhance results, providing solutions for more problematic and aging skin. The pairing of Science and Nature creates a more beautiful, youthful, and healthy YOU!
Best Furniture Store
Chapin Furniture
Chapinfurniture.com
803.932.4052
We believe that some of the most profound wisdom comes to us in familiar sayings such as, “Treat others as you yourself would like to be treated.” We place a high value on family relationships and believe our employees and customers are extended families. We are a part of our community and call it our home!
Best Home Builder
Mungo Homes
Mungo.com
803.749.9000
Best Landscape Company
Midlands Landscape and Lawns
Midlandslandscape.com
803.356.8080
Best Pool Builder
Griffin Pools
Griffinpoolsandspas.com
803.957.2121
Best Boutique
831MINHLE
831minhle.com
803.520.0158
Best Custom Clothing
Granger Owings
Grangerowings.com
803.252.6714
Best Public Golf Course
Cobblestone Park
Cobblestoneparkgolfclub.com
803.714.2620
Best Pet Boarding
Lexington Pet Lodge
Lexingtonpetlodge.com
803.957.7297
Best Carpet/Rug Store
Rug Gallery
LexingtonRugGallery.com
803.834.5330
Best Women's Health Doctor
Kraemer Women’s Care
Kraemerwomenscare.com
803.753.7524
At Kraemer Women’s Care, we provide individualized and comprehensive gynecological, obstetrical and prenatal care for women across the midlands.
Best Pediatrician
Ballentine Pediatrics
Ballentinepeds.com
803.732.0920
Best Commercial Cleaning
Palmetto Commercial Services
Palmettocommercialservices.com
803.479.0812
Best Pet Supply Store
Lazy Creek
Lazycreekpets.com
803.356.4995
Best Lawyer
Billy Walker
WalkerLaw.org
800.922.8411
Best CBD
Indigo Ridge Hemp
Indigoridgehemp.com
803.359.9545
Best Upholstery Shop
Nordan & Foster
Nordanfostercustomupholstery.com
803.759.8990
Best Special Event/Planner
Rugged Luxe
Ruggedluxe.com
803.339.3114
Best Funeral Home
Caughman-Harman
Dignitymemorial.com
803.359.6118
Best Charcuterie
Abundant Graze
Abundantgraze.com
Best Glass Company
Shepherds Glass
Shepherdsglass.com
803.945.4999
You’re in business for 50 years because you’re doing things right. Call us today!
Best Law Group
Mike Kelly Law Group
Mklawgroup.com
803.726.0123
Best Collectible/Specialty Shop
Gilbert Coin & Collectible Exchange
Gilbertcoins.com
803.892.4307
Best Men's Clothier
BP Skinner Clothiers
Bpskinnerclothiers.com
803.661.7665