Somerset Hills Readers' Choice 2023

The results of our Readers’ Choice Awards are in! This fall, we gave our readers an important task: to nominate their favorite businesses in the Somerset Hills. As in years past, we were astonished by the community support for area businesses. Our winners have earned the community’s trust through good business practices, great communication and high-quality results in their respective fields. This month, we celebrate them. Read on to learn more and find a few new businesses to support this year.

Best Chiropractor / Physical Therapist

Natural Medicine and Rehabilitation

399 Campus Dr., Somerset

nmrnj.com

Dr. Vincent Sferra founded Natural Medicine & Rehabilitation, a healthcare facility that integrates physical and occupational therapy, chiropractic care, acupuncture, nutrition, weight management, women’s health and stress tempering therapies for "Better Health, Better Life."

Best Jeweler

Diamond Dream Jewelry & Apparel

12 Minebrook Rd., Bernardsville

diamonddreamjewelers.com

This elegant showroom features designer jewelry pieces, watches, clothing and accessories.

Best Financial Planner

R.I.C.H. Planning Group, LLC

90 Woodbridge Center Dr., Ste. 150, Woodbridge

richplanninggroup.com

R.I.C.H. Planning Group has been serving the financial needs of its clients since 1991, providing education, guidance and ongoing support to individuals, families and businesses.

Best Summer Camp

Shimon and Sara Birnbaum Jewish Community Center

775 Talamini Rd., Bridgewater

ssbjcc.org

Camp Ruach is a high-caliber, inclusive and welcoming camp for children aged 3 to 9th grade, providing instructional/free swim, arts, athletics, ropes course and STEM. Recreation includes indoor/outdoor pools, splash pad, sensory garden, amphitheater and ninja warrior course.

Best Restaurant

Bistro Seven Three

73 Minebrook Rd., Bernardsville

bistroseventhree.com

A hotspot for locals and tourists, Bistro Seven Three is home to a chic, energetic dining room complete with a gorgeous patio and new atrium. The menu, ambiance and BYOB option appeals to all occasions.

Best Interior Designer

Pheasant Lane Designs

30 Court St., Unit 408, Morristown

pheasantlanedesigns.com

Elizabeth Ruffalo, the mind behind Pheasant Lane Designs, is a New Jersey native. Founded in 2016, PLD is dedicated to bringing well-crafted spaces to life. It creates interiors to call home.

Best Cleaning Service

Yankenfera

yankenfera.com

“Cleaning is a necessity, not a luxury.” This cleaning company offers both residential and commercial clients peace of mind by crafting unique plans that fit their needs for keeping a clean and safe environment.

Best Plumber / HVAC

Nextgen Plumbing, Heating & Cooling

269B U.S. 22 East, Green Brook

nextgenplumbingnj.com

This owner-operated business takes pride in providing customers with a 5-star service at a fair price. Customers enjoy comfort they can feel and quality they can trust. Nextgen is responsive to customers and stands by its service.

Best Roofer

Alte Exteriors, LLC

3355 U.S. 22, Somerville

alteexteriors.com

Alte focuses on exterior projects for both residences and commercial properties. Its team is known as the trusted source for commercial and residential roofing, siding and gutters in our community.

Best Senior Living Community

The Delaney of Bridgewater

901 Frontier Rd., Bridgewater

thedelaneyofbridgewater.com

Residents of The Delaney have the freedom to live the lives they want to live — guaranteeing choice, flexibility and control over how and when services and care are structured, scheduled and delivered.

Best Mental Health Practice

Blueprint Mental Health

73 West End Ave., Somerville

blueprintmentalhealth.com

Blueprint Mental Health is New Jersey’s premier provider of outpatient mental health counseling for children, teens and young adults, and their families. They offer “Extraordinary Counseling for an Extra-Ordinary Generation.

Best Optometrist

Bedminster Eye & Laser

400 Main St., Bedminster

bedminstereye.net

For more than 30 years, board-certified ophthalmologist Lawrence V. Najarian, M.D., has led the Bedminster Eye and Laser Center team, providing trusted, sophisticated, full-service eye care from the latest medical and surgical care to selecting proper eyeglasses.

Best Daycare or Preschool

Montessori Kids Universe Chester

395 Rte. 24, Chester

montessorikidsuniverse.com/our-schools/mku-chester

Montessori Kids Universe Chester offers families an innovative alternative to traditional childcare through the integrated Montessori & Reggio–inspired curriculum Da Vinci Kids. It provides a model that is different from all daycare and existing Montessori schools in today’s marketplace.

Best Photographer

Media X Marketing

601 Bound Brook Rd., Ste. 120, Middlesex

mediaxmarketing.com

Media X Marketing’s mission is to create a positive impact through creating videos that compel the viewer to connect, engage and feel emotion after watching them.

Best Country Club

HGC Basking Ridge, LLC

185 Madisonville Rd., Basking Ridge

baskingridgecc.com

Basking Ridge Country Club has established itself as a premier destination for golf, swimming, dining and special events in Somerset County. It’s a place that members consider their “home away from home.”

Best Private School

Saint James School

200 South Finley Ave., Basking Ridge

sjsbr.org

The mission of Saint James School is to develop Christ-centered academic excellence in all of its students. The students learn to live a life of virtue in a safe, engaging and fun learning environment.

Best Boutique

Shoppes at Finley

52 South Finley Ave., Suite A1, Basking Ridge

instagram.com/shoptheshoppes

Guest House and Lulu Kids provide an elegant, unique and inspiring shopping destination.

Best Realtor

The West Oak Team

thewestoakteam.com

The West Oak Team makes sure each client receives individualized service from their chosen agent, with the support of a talented, full-service team of professionals.

Best Dentist

Proud to Smile Dentistry

10 Anderson Hill Rd., Bernardsville

proudtosmile.com

Proud to Smile is passionate about helping patients improve both their dental and whole-body health by taking a holistic approach to treatment plans. The practice stays current on the latest in dental technology and practices.

Best Law Firm

Lawrence Law Divorce and Family Attorneys

776 Mountain Blvd. #202, Watchung

lawlawfirm.com

The dedicated team of professionals at Lawrence Law provides strategic solutions compassionately and efficiently for their clients with family law issues.

Best Hair Salon

J.Walker Salon & Spa

111 Morristown Rd., Bernardsville

walkersalon.com

Jessica Walker is a successful entrepreneur and beauty and wellness expert who owns J. Walker Salon Group. The business includes three salons, a wellness center and bridal and event divisions.

Best Fitness Center

The Bar Method Bernardsville

80 Morristown Rd., Bernardsville

barmethod.com/locations/Bernardsville

Best Car Dealership

Paul Miller Volkswagen of Bernardsville

118 Morristown Rd., Bernardsville

paulmillervw.com

Best Spa

Oasis Day Spa

264 U.S. 202-206, Bedminster

njoasisdayspa.com