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Best of 2012

1. CD Heaven

8128 University Drive, Coral Springs, FL
Music Store · 1 tip

2. Yucca Tap Room

7.8
29 W Southern Ave (at S Mill Ave), Tempe, AZ
Music Venue · 81 tips and reviews

Phoenix New TimesPhoenix New Times: 2012 Best of Phoenix Winner: Best Rock Club! Some of the best garage, power pop, punk & metal acts in town, from touring stars like The Ataris to showcases from local stunners like Earthmen. Read more.

3. Windsor

8.9
5223 N Central Ave (at W Oregon Ave), Phoenix, AZ
Gastropub · 125 tips and reviews

Phoenix New TimesPhoenix New Times: 2012 Best of Phoenix Winner: Best Playlist! The folks behind the music at uptown's Windsor have impeccable music taste cranking out alternative and indie tunes from the 80's and 90's! Read more.

4. The Main Ingredient Ale House & Café

8.5
2337 N 7th St (at Sheridan St), Phoenix, AZ
Gastropub · Coronado · 94 tips and reviews

Phoenix New TimesPhoenix New Times: 2012 Best of Phoenix Winner: Best Happy Hour, Downtown Phoenix! Always an enticing selection of local and craft beers on tap and a glass of wine for as little as $4, as well as cocktail specials. Read more.

5. Stinkweeds

9.0
12 W Camelback Rd (at Central Ave), Phoenix, AZ
Record Store · 10 tips and reviews

Phoenix New TimesPhoenix New Times: 2012 Best of Phoenix Winner:: Best CD Store! Stinkweeds specializes in indie labels and is home to more than 6,000 hard-to-find CDs and Vinyl LPs! Read more.

6. Stand Up Live

7.9
50 W Jefferson St (at CityScape), Phoenix, AZ
Comedy Club · Copper Square · 59 tips and reviews

Phoenix New TimesPhoenix New Times: 2012 Best of Phoenix Winner: Best Place to See a Comedy Show! A virtual "who's who" of comics has graced the stage at the upscale laugh den along with a multitude of memorable moments! Read more.

7. Sochu House + Neo Asian & Martini Bar

2801 N Central Ave, Phoenix, AZ
Asian Restaurant · 24 tips and reviews

Phoenix New TimesPhoenix New Times: 2012 Best of Phoenix Winner: Best Restaurant with an Invisible Dance Floor. You can always count on Johnny Chu to bring a party to the dinner table. Read more.

8. Pizzeria Bianco

8.9
623 E Adams St (at E Washington St), Phoenix, AZ
Pizzeria · Copper Square · 210 tips and reviews

Phoenix New TimesPhoenix New Times: 2012 Best of Phoenix Winner: Best Gourmet Pizza! The wood-fired crusts are chewy and blistered in all the right places and come with crave-worthy toppings like fresh mozzarella & homemade sausages. Read more.

9. Mrs. White's Golden Rule

8.0
808 E Jefferson St, Phoenix, AZ
Southern Food Restaurant · Central City · 44 tips and reviews

Phoenix New TimesPhoenix New Times: 2012 Best of Phoenix Winner: Best Soul Food Restaurant! The best stick-to-you-ribs Southern food from fried catfish, grits and greens to pork chops and chicken-fried steak! Read more.

10. Lux Central

8.9
4402 N Central Ave (at W Turney Ave), Phoenix, AZ
Café · Uptown Phoenix · 249 tips and reviews

Phoenix New TimesPhoenix New Times: 2012 Best of Phoenix Winner: Best Place to Take a Scenester! A hotspot for rubbing shoulders with the coolest kids in town! Read more.

11. Lo-Lo's Chicken & Waffles

8.8
1220 S Central Ave (at W Yuma St), Phoenix, AZ
Southern Food Restaurant · Central City South · 127 tips and reviews

Phoenix New TimesPhoenix New Times: 2012 Best of Phoenix Winner: Best Fried Chicken! Meaty, crispy and golden brown, It's about as perfect as fried chicken get! Read more.

12. La Santisima

1919 N 16th St (at E Palm Ln), Phoenix, AZ
Taco Restaurant · 128 tips and reviews

Phoenix New TimesPhoenix New Times: 2012 Best of Phoenix Winner: Best Salsa! The salsa bar puts this place on the map with 12 different salsas on hand from traditional pico de gallo to more unique selections like strawberry and pecan! Read more.

13. Kids that Rip (Skateboard School)

8.1
1927 N Gilbert Rd, Mesa, AZ
Skate Park · 4 tips and reviews

Phoenix New TimesPhoenix New Times: 2012 Best of Phoenix Winner: Best Indoor Skate Park! Over 3,500 square feet of street course bliss inside an air-cooled facility that will make it feel like Dogtown at Venice Beach! Read more.

14. Cosmo Dog Park

8.6
2502 E. Ray Road (Ray & Santan Village Pkwy), Gilbert, AZ
Dog Park · Agritopia · 25 tips and reviews

Phoenix New TimesPhoenix New Times: 2012 Best of Phoenix Winner: Best Dog Park, East Valley! Great for both pooch and master alike, w/ plenty of walking trails and playing trails for dogs of all sizes. Read more.

15. Fry Bread House

9.2
4545 N 7th Ave (at N 7th Ave), Phoenix, AZ
American Restaurant · 27 tips and reviews

Phoenix New TimesPhoenix New Times: 2012 Best of Phoenix Winner: Best James Beard- Sanctioned Lunch! Serves up it's specialty in golden pillowy goodness topped with a variety of flavorful ingredients from chorizo to chiles. Read more.

16. Arizona Animal Welfare League & SPCA

8.6
25 N 40th St (off E Washington St), Phoenix, AZ
Animal Shelter · Central City · 17 tips and reviews

Phoenix New TimesPhoenix New Times: 2012 Best of Phoenix Winner: Best Place to Save a Life! Offers volunteer training programs to help you help them find homes for strays that might otherwise be put to death. Read more.

Frederick's of Hollywood is one of Best of 2012.

17. Frederick's of Hollywood

6751 Hollywood Blvd, California
Lingerie Store · 10 tips and reviews

LA WeeklyLA Weekly: Best of LA 2012 - Best Lingerie Store. Long before Victoria had any secrets, it opened its doors in 1947! While that flagship moved a few blocks away in 2005, it's still the 2 story king of lingerie! Read more.

Musso & Frank Grill is one of Best of 2012.

18. Musso & Frank Grill

9.0
6667 Hollywood Blvd (at N Cherokee Ave), California
American Restaurant · Hollywood · 131 tips and reviews

LA WeeklyLA Weekly: Best of LA 2012 - Best Martini. Like silent films, old-school in the martini realm does not mean boring. A martini here is best when "taken" as part of the entire steak & jellied consommé experience. Read more.

Akbar is one of Best of 2012.

19. Akbar

7.6
4356 W Sunset Blvd (at Fountain Ave), Silver Lake, CA
Gay Bar · 49 tips and reviews

LA WeeklyLA Weekly: Best Gay Bar - 2012! Packed with femme fellows and butch boys, or smattered with breeders boozing at happy hour, this Sunset Junction gem has a keep-it-real zeal that brings people back. -Lina Lecaro Read more.

20. Varsity Theater & Cafe des Artistes

8.3
1308 4th St SE (at 13th Ave SE), Minneapolis, MN
Music Venue · Dinkytown · 67 tips and reviews

City PagesCity Pages: Voted Best Concert Venue by City Pages in 2012! From the lush decor, to the sight lines, and the sound- This place is faultless. There is no better way to get pampered than the Varsity.

21. Minnesota State Fairgrounds

9.1
1265 Snelling Ave N, Falcon Heights, MN
Fair · 122 tips and reviews

City PagesCity Pages: Voted Best Tourist Attraction by City Pages in 2012! Often maligned by folks from town, and especially those not from the state- The fair is always quite a sight.

22. Yoga Center of Minneapolis

8.2
212 3rd Ave N (3rd Ave N & Washington Ave.), Minneapolis, MN
Yoga Studio · Warehouse District · 6 tips and reviews

City PagesCity Pages: "Yoga Center of Minneapolis was named "Best Yoga Studio" in City Pages Best of 2012!"

23. Hidden Falls Regional Park

8.9
1415 Mississippi River Blvd. S. (at Mississippi River Blvd), Saint Paul, MN
Park · Highland · 13 tips and reviews

City PagesCity Pages: "Hidden Falls Regional Park was named "Best Picnic Spot" in City Pages Best of 2012 issue!"

24. Flaherty's Arden Bowl

7.9
1273 County Road E W, Arden Hills, MN
Bowling Alley · 18 tips and reviews

City PagesCity Pages: "Flaherty's Arden Bowl was named "Best Bowling Alley" in City Pages Best of 2012!"

25. Shooters Billiard & Pro Shop

7.9
1934 Cliff Rd E (at River Hills Dr W), Burnsville, MN
Pool Hall · 19 tips and reviews

City PagesCity Pages: "Shooters was voted "Best Pool Hall" by City Pages 2012! It's only $10 for an entire day of bowling if you pay in advance."

26. Cliché

8.4
2403 Lyndale Avenue S (at W 24th St), Minneapolis, MN
Women's Store · Whittier · 7 tips and reviews

City PagesCity Pages: Voted best Boutique in City Pages in 2012! This boutique houses over 100 local and international brands. It's perfect for that unique outfit or accessory you want to show off at your next event"

27. Seward Co-op Grocery & Deli

8.8
2601 East Franklin Avenue (22nd Ave S), Minneapolis, MN
Organic Grocery · Seward · 93 tips and reviews

City PagesCity Pages: Voted Best Natural Foods Grocery by City Pages in 2012. In addition to a fresh selection of organic and earth-friendly food options, this co-op offers educational resources such as hands-on workshops

28. Midwest Mountaineering

8.9
309 Cedar Ave S, Minneapolis, MN
Sporting Goods Retail · Cedar-Riverside · 12 tips and reviews

City PagesCity Pages: Voted Best Sporting Goods store in City Pages 2012. Here since 1970, this grassroots store has it all when it comes to your gear and the expertise.

29. Kitty Cat Klub

7.7
313 14th Ave SE, Minneapolis, MN
Bar · Dinkytown · 48 tips and reviews

City PagesCity Pages: Hipshaker Dance Night was voted "Best Place to Meet Single Women (Straight)" by City Pages in 2012! Happening the 2nd Thurs every month, this party has been bringing the ladies out for almost a decade

30. Goodthings

Maple Grove, MN
Design Studio · Brooklyn Park - Maple Grove · 1 tip

City PagesCity Pages: Voted Best Gift Shop in City Pages 2012! From unique handmade gifts, to little golden books-- This cute and spacious boutique has something for everyone

31. Hell's Kitchen

8.6
80 S 9th St (Btw Marquette & Nicollet), Minneapolis, MN
New American Restaurant · Downtown West · 310 tips and reviews

City PagesCity Pages: Grown and Sexy @ Hell's Kitchen was voted "Best Place to Meet Single Women (Lesbian)" by City Pages in 2012! This quarterly dance party has included some of the best drag & burlesque performers

32. Walker Art Center

8.6
1750 Hennepin Ave (at Vineland Pl), Minneapolis, MN
Art Museum · Lowry Hill · 95 tips and reviews

City PagesCity Pages: Third Thursdays were voted "Best Place for a First Date" by City Pages in 2012! Filled with activities to keep the conversation rolling, this event si sure to lessen the likelihood of awkward moments

33. Leviticus Tattoo

8.3
4109 E Lake St, Minneapolis, MN
Tattoo Parlor · Cooper · 18 tips and reviews

City PagesCity Pages: Voted Best Tattoo Parlor by City Pages in 2012! Whether you're a first timer or an ink aficionado, you'll find that the artists here know how to deliver the best experience.

34. The Trylon

8.5
3258 Minnehaha Ave (at E 33rd St), Minneapolis, MN
Movie Theater · Longfellow · 13 tips and reviews

City PagesCity Pages: Voted Best Movie Theater by City Pages in 2012! A movie theater is only as good as it's repertoire, and by those standards, this is the best movie theater in the Cities.

35. Acme Comedy Company

8.7
708 N 1st St (at the Historic Itasca Building), Minneapolis, MN
Comedy Club · Warehouse District · 37 tips and reviews

City PagesCity Pages: Voted Best Comedy Club by City Pages in 2012! Boasting a history of legendary acts, as well as bring your friends open-mic night reveal an enthusiasm for the art and has built a loyal following

36. Dakota Jazz Club & Restaurant

8.8
1010 Nicollet Mall, Minneapolis, MN
Restaurant · Downtown West · 70 tips and reviews

City PagesCity Pages: Voted Best Jazz Club by City Pages in 2012. Whatever your music tastes may be, you are bound to come across either an old or a new favorite playing at the Dakota on any given night of the week.

37. Lee's Liquor Lounge

101 Glenwood Ave (at North 12th St), Minneapolis, MN
Bar · North Loop · 28 tips and reviews

City PagesCity Pages: Voted Best Country Music Venue by City Pages in 2012! The beer served in cans and bottles that aren't on tap, with a weekly country night featuring gussied-up two-steppers, Lee's is the real deal.

38. First Avenue & 7th St Entry

9.3
701 1st Ave N (at 7th St.), Minneapolis, MN
Music Venue · Warehouse District · 129 tips and reviews

City PagesCity Pages: Voted Best Dance Club by City Pages in 2012! If thinking about all of their different dance nights doesn't wear you out, congratulations; your clubbing years are not over yet.

39. Como Park

9.2
1199 Midway Pkwy, Saint Paul, MN
Park · Como Park · 17 tips and reviews

City PagesCity Pages: Voted Best Park by City Pages in 2012! With a year-round conservatory, Japenese gardens, athletic fields, swimming pools, a zip-line, and a golf course amongst others; It's no wonder this park wins.

40. Bar La Grassa

9.0
800 Washington Ave N (at 8th Ave.), Minneapolis, MN
Italian Restaurant · Warehouse District · 175 tips and reviews

City PagesCity Pages: Voted Best Italian Restaurant by City Pages in 2012! Chef Issac Baker, a James Beard Award winner, has an incredible knack for knowing just what to do with noodles of every shape.

41. WA Frost & Company

8.6
374 Selby Ave (at Western Ave), Saint Paul, MN
American Restaurant · Summit - University · 82 tips and reviews

City PagesCity Pages: Voted Best Outdoor Dining by City Pages in 2012! The patio mast & beautiful, a simple outdoor meal elevates into a sublime experience. A variety of seating allows enjoyment for whatever mood you're in

42. Surdyk's Liquor Store and Gourmet Cheese Shop

9.0
303 E Hennepin Ave (at University Ave), Minneapolis, MN
Liquor Store · University · 67 tips and reviews

City PagesCity Pages: Voted Best Delicatessen by City Pages in 2012! The small and stocked deli has you covered for hors d'oeuvres, feeding your family a meal, and picnics. The staff is very knowledgeable, as well!

43. Birchwood Cafe

3311 E 25th St (at 33rd Ave S), Minneapolis, MN
Vegan and Vegetarian Restaurant · Seward · 104 tips and reviews

City PagesCity Pages: Voted Best Farm-to-Table Restaurant by City Pages in 2012! Both owner & chef are committed to local, sustainable agriculture. This commitment is a perfect example of a virtuous and delicious business

44. Mickey's Diner

8.5
36 7th St W (at Saint Peter St), Saint Paul, MN
Diner · Downtown St. Paul · 81 tips and reviews

City PagesCity Pages: Voted Best Diner by City Pages in 2012! In addition to being an experience, this place has got some pretty great diner food. Try the one eyed jack!- It's a special treat.

45. Minneapolis Farmers Market Annex

8.8
200 E Lyndale Ave N (btw Glenwood and Olson Mem Hwy), Minneapolis, MN
Farmers Market · North Loop · 25 tips and reviews

City PagesCity Pages: Voted Best Farmers' Market by City Pages in 2012! On weekend mornings, the energy rivals that of the State Fair. None can compete with the selection this Farmer's Market offers

46. Solera

900 Hennepin Ave (at 9th St), Minneapolis, MN
Spanish Restaurant · Downtown West · 48 tips and reviews

City PagesCity Pages: Voted Best Tapas by City Pages in 2012! Chef Jorge Guzman's commitment to traditional Spanish food mixed w/ his Mexican heritage, the food is the perfect combination of salty, hearty, & easy to share.

Spring Street Tavern is one of Best of 2012.

47. Spring Street Tavern

8.4
355 Monroe St NE, Minneapolis, MN
Dive Bar · Northeast Minneapolis · 58 tips and reviews

48. O'Donovan's Irish Pub

7.7
700 1st Ave N (7th St), Minneapolis, MN
Whisky Bar · Downtown West · 71 tips and reviews

City PagesCity Pages: Voted Best Irish Pub by City Pages in 2012! Here, half-assing things is completely out of the question. Live Irish bands play weekly and the menu is known to do marvelous things with potatoes."

49. Big Daddy's Old Fashioned Barbeque

7.7
625 University Ave W (at Dale St), Saint Paul, MN
BBQ Joint · Thomas - Dale · 11 tips and reviews

City PagesCity Pages: "2012 Winner for City Pages Best BBQ! Make sure to try something today!"

50. Interstate Park - Minnesota Side

8.9
307 Milltown Rd, Taylors Falls, MN
State or Provincial Park · 9 tips and reviews

City PagesCity Pages: Interstate State Park was named "Best Day Trip" in City Pages Best of 2012! Make sure to check out the Devil's Parlor or the Bake Oven Pothole while you take in the scenery

51. YWCA - Downtown

6.9
1130 Nicollet Mall (at 12th St S), Minneapolis, MN
Gym · Downtown West · 8 tips and reviews

City PagesCity Pages: "YWCA was named "Best Gym" in City Pages Best of 2012!"

52. Willingers Golf Club

7.4
6900 Canby Trail, Northfield, MN
Golf Course · 4 tips and reviews

City PagesCity Pages: "Willingers Golf Club was named "Best Public Golf Course" in City Pages Best of 2012!"

53. Superior Hiking Trail

North Shore, Minneapolis, MN
Hiking Trail · 2 tips and reviews

City PagesCity Pages: "The Superior Hiking Trail was named "Best Hike" in City Pages Best of 2012! The trail is very well known for it's clean, and well maintained campsites. Enjoy your visit!"

54. West River Parkway

8.4
W River Parkway (btw Portland Ave and Godfrey Rd), Minneapolis, MN
Hiking Trail · Cooper · 9 tips and reviews

City PagesCity Pages: "West River Parkway was named "Best Place to Run" in City Pages Best of 2012!"

55. Penn Cycle - Minneapolis

710 W Lake St (at Lyndale Ave S), Minneapolis, MN
Bicycle Store · Lyn Lake · 8 tips and reviews

City PagesCity Pages: "Penn Cycle & Fitness was named "Best Bike Shop" in City Pages Best of 2012!"

56. The Depot Rink

225 3rd Ave S, Minneapolis, MN
Skating Rink · Downtown West · 12 tips and reviews

City PagesCity Pages: The Depot Rink was voted "Best Ice Skating" in City Pages 2012 Best of Issue! Show off your skills to your friends or loved ones for only $8 per adult.

57. College Park

7.1
2223 Carter Avenue, Saint Paul, MN
Park · St. Anthony · 2 tips and reviews

City PagesCity Pages: College Park was voted "Best Sledding" in City Pages 2012 Best of Issue!

58. Nordstrom Rack

324 W Marketplace, Bloomington, MN
Clothing Store · East Bloomington · 8 tips and reviews

City PagesCity Pages: Nordstrom Rack was voted "Best Clothing Store for Women" in City Pages Best of 2012 issue

59. Fleet Farm

7.5
17070 Kenrick Ave, Lakeville, MN
Miscellaneous Store · 20 tips and reviews

City PagesCity Pages: Mills Fleet Farm was voted "Best Clothing Store for Men" in City Pages Best of 2012 issue!

60. Magers & Quinn Booksellers

9.3
3038 Hennepin Ave (at 31st St W), Minneapolis, MN
Bookstore · Uptown · 19 tips and reviews

City PagesCity Pages: Magers & Quinn was voted Best Used Bookstore in City Pages, 2012! Beside the vast selection and friendly staff, there offer amazing reading and discussion programs.

61. Everett's Foods & Meats

9.3
1833 E 38th St (Btwn Cedar Ave and Longfellow Ave S), Minneapolis, MN
Butcher · Standish · 13 tips and reviews

City PagesCity Pages: Voted Best Meat Shop in City Pages 2012!

62. The Canine Coach

5405 42nd Ave S, Minneapolis, MN
Pet Service · Nokomis · 4 tips and reviews

City PagesCity Pages: Voted Best Dog Training in City Pages 2012. They train over 2,500 dogs each year and offer group classes, in-home training, boot camp for dogs, or even play groups for your pups

63. Yeti Records

3506 Nicollet Ave, Minneapolis, MN
Record Store · Lyndale · 2 tips and reviews

City PagesCity Pages: Voted Best Place to Buy Vinyl by City Pages in 2012, Yeti Records is home to a variety of both local and recent arrival vinyl. The basement has available space for recording as well live music

64. Cedar Lake

Cedar Lake Pkwy. (btwn Cedar Lake Rd. S. & Cedar Lake Ave.), Minneapolis, MN
Lake · Bryn Mawr · 8 tips and reviews

City PagesCity Pages: Voted "Best Lake" by City Pages in 2012! Cedar Lake is one of the cleanest lakes and doesn't have a road around it-- which in turn makes it a blissful atmosphere.

65. Round-Up Saloon and Dance Hall

9.0
3912 Cedar Springs Rd (btwn Reagan St. & Throckmorton St.), Dallas, TX
Gay Bar · 87 tips and reviews

Dallas ObserverDallas Observer: Best Gay Bar in Dallas!

66. The Kessler Theater

9.2
1230 W Davis St (at N Clinton Av), Dallas, TX
Music Venue · Kessler · 35 tips and reviews

Dallas ObserverDallas Observer: We Voted The Kessler "Best Live Music Venue!" Check it out!!!!

67. Trees

8.3
2709 Elm St (at N Crowdus St), Dallas, TX
Rock Club · 57 tips and reviews

Dallas ObserverDallas Observer: Ready to rock? You're at the right place. Your truly voted Trees as the Best Rock Bar in Best of Dallas 2012.

68. Deep Ellum Brewing Company

2823 Saint Louis St (at S. Malcolm X Blvd.), Dallas, TX
Brewery · 72 tips and reviews

Dallas ObserverDallas Observer: If you came for a brew, you're at the right place. Yours truly voted this as Best Brewery in 2012 Best of Dallas!

69. Sons of Hermann Hall

8.6
3414 Elm St (at Exposition Ave.), Dallas, TX
Music Venue · 20 tips and reviews

Dallas ObserverDallas Observer: Voted Best (small) live music venue in Best of Dallas '12!

70. Royal China

8.5
6025 Royal Ln (at Preston Rd), Dallas, TX
Chinese Restaurant · 82 tips and reviews

Dallas ObserverDallas Observer: Dallas Observer dubbed Royal China "Best Chinese" for Best of Dallas in 2012!

71. Sweet 200

8.3
738 W Davis St (at N Vernon Ave), Dallas, TX
Hair Salon · 12 tips and reviews

Dallas ObserverDallas Observer: Best Salon in Dallas!!! Our favorite experience is the wait...they have a POOL TABLE!

72. Neiman Marcus

9.1
8687 N Central Expy Ste 400 (in NorthPark Center), Dallas, TX
Department Store · 29 tips and reviews

Dallas ObserverDallas Observer: Voted the best make-up counter in Dallas!!

73. Empire Baking Company

4264 Oak Lawn Ave, Dallas, TX
Bakery · 3 tips and reviews

Dallas ObserverDallas Observer: Voted by yours truly as the 2012 winner for Best Bakery in Dallas!

74. Crème de la Cookie

6706 Snider Plz, Dallas, TX
Bakery · 14 tips and reviews

Dallas ObserverDallas Observer: Voted The Best in the prestigious category of Best Desserts in our Best of Dallas 2010 issue!

75. Pizza Villa

115 S Central Expy, Richardson, TX
Pizzeria · 11 tips and reviews

Dallas ObserverDallas Observer: Voted Best Suburban Pizza in our Best of Dallas 2010 issue!

76. Waterway Gas & Wash

6.7
15606 Olive Blvd, Chesterfield, MO
Fuel Station · 9 tips and reviews

Riverfront TimesRiverfront Times: RFT 2012 Best of St. Louis Winner - Best Car Wash-The towel-ready crew buffs your windows to a shine every time!http://bit.ly/QqIH4Y

Vincenti Ristorante is one of Best of 2012.

77. Vincenti Ristorante

8.0
11930 San Vicente Blvd (at Montana Ave), Los Angeles, CA
Italian Restaurant · Brentwood · 18 tips and reviews

LA WeeklyLA Weekly: Vincenti feels like the spiritual center of fine Italian cooking in Los Angeles. Try the porchetta - The best in California! Also, on Monday nights, pizza comes out of those big wood-burning ovens! Read more.

Petersen Automotive Museum is one of Best of 2012.

78. Petersen Automotive Museum

9.1
6060 Wilshire Blvd (at Fairfax Ave), Los Angeles, CA
Museum · Miracle Mile · 91 tips and reviews

LA WeeklyLA Weekly: Site of the 5th Annual LA Weekly Food & Wine Event, PLATE! Sample delicious dishes from the best LA restaurants amidst historic cars - including the Bat-Mobile, the DeLorean and the Love Bug! Read more.

Mother Lode is one of Best of 2012.

79. Mother Lode

7.7
8944 Santa Monica Blvd (at Robertson Blvd), West Hollywood, CA
Gay Bar · 46 tips and reviews

LA WeeklyLA Weekly: One of the 10 Best Gay bars in LA, Mother Lode is a great example of a more laid-back West Hollywood spot. The warmly lit place is relaxed yet lively, friendly and unpretentious but not too divey. Read more.

80. Himalaya Restaurant

7.4
6652 Southwest Fwy, Houston, TX
Himalayan Restaurant · 68 tips and reviews

Houston PressHouston Press: 2012 Best of Houston Winner: Best Pakistani Restaurant.Check out more Houston Press Winners here:http://www.houstonpress.com/bestof/ Or go moblie with the free Best Of app.

81. M & M Hobby Center

6703 Chimney Rock Rd, Bellaire, TX
Hobby Store · 5 tips and reviews

Houston PressHouston Press: 2012 Best of Houston Winner: Best Hobby Shop. Check out more Houston Press Winners here:http://www.houstonpress.com/bestof/ Or go moblie with the free Best Of app.

82. DSW Designer Shoe Warehouse

8.5
2477 Post Oak Boulevard (at Westheimer Rd.), Houston, TX
Shoe Store · 14 tips and reviews

Houston PressHouston Press: 2012 Best of Houston Winner: Best Shoe Store.Check out more Houston Press Winners here:http://www.houstonpress.com/bestof/ Or go moblie with the free Best Of app.

83. SPJST Lodge #88

8.0
1435 Beall St, Houston, TX
Casino · 24 tips and reviews

Houston PressHouston Press: 2012 Best of Houston Winner: Best Bingo.Check out more Houston Press Winners here:http://www.houstonpress.com/bestof/ Or go moblie with the free Best Of app.

84. Penzey's Spices

8.9
516 W 19th St (Nicholson), Houston, TX
Gourmet Store · 14 tips and reviews

Houston PressHouston Press: 2012 Best of Houston Winner: Best Spice Shop. Check out more Houston Press Winners here:http://www.houstonpress.com/bestof/ Or go moblie with the free Best Of app.

85. Houston Dairymaids

9.3
2201 Airline Dr (at Nadine St.), Houston, TX
Cheese Store · 10 tips and reviews

Houston PressHouston Press: 2012 Best of Houston Winner: Best Cheese Shop. Check out more Houston Press Winners here:http://www.houstonpress.com/bestof/ Or go moblie with the free Best Of app.

86. Replay Vintage Goods

8.6
373 W 19th St (at Ashland St.), Houston, TX
Vintage and Thrift Store · 8 tips and reviews

Houston PressHouston Press: 2012 Best of Houston Winner: Best Vintage Store. Check out more Houston Press Winners here:http://www.houstonpress.com/bestof/ Or go moblie with the free Best Of app.

87. Radical Eats

507 Westheimer Rd (Taft), Houston, TX
Vegan and Vegetarian Restaurant · 36 tips and reviews

Houston PressHouston Press: 2012 Best of Houston Winner: Best Vegan.Check out more Houston Press Winners here:http://www.houstonpress.com/bestof/ Or go moblie with the free Best Of app.

88. Soap Suds Coin Laundry

7.2
4211 N Main St, Houston, TX
Laundry Service · 10 tips and reviews

Houston PressHouston Press: 2012 Best of Houston Winner: Best Laundromat.Check out more Houston Press Winners here:http://www.houstonpress.com/bestof/ Or go moblie with the free Best Of app.

89. Donovan Park

8.6
700 Heights, Houston, TX
Playground · 7 tips and reviews

Houston PressHouston Press: 2012 Best of Houston Winner: Best Outdoor Playground.Check out more Houston Press Winners here:http://www.houstonpress.com/bestof/ Or go moblie with the free Best Of app.

90. Kicks Indoor Soccer & Gym

611 Shepherd Dr (at Blossom St), Houston, TX
Field · 9 tips and reviews

Houston PressHouston Press: 2012 Best of Houston Winner: Best Indoor Soccer.Check out more Houston Press Winners here:http://www.houstonpress.com/bestof/ Or go moblie with the free Best Of app.

91. Berryhill Baja Grill

8.3
2639 Revere St (Cameron St), Houston, TX
Mexican Restaurant · 12 tips and reviews

Houston PressHouston Press: Check out Berryhill's Happy Hour on the Go Time Happy Hour App! Download for free on iphone, android and blackberry! http://bit.ly/NkNt2M

92. Jenni's Noodle House

8.0
3111 S Shepherd Dr (W Alabama St), Houston, TX
Noodle Restaurant · Montrose · 34 tips and reviews

Houston PressHouston Press: Past Best of Houston Winner- Best Gay-Friendly Resturant. Check out more Houston Press Winners here:http://www.houstonpress.com/bestof/ Or go moblie with the free Best Of app

93. Moon Tower Inn

8.8
3004 Canal St (N. Ennis St.), Houston, TX
Beer Garden · 100 tips and reviews

Houston PressHouston Press: 2011 Houston Web Awards Winner: Best Use of Facebook by a Restaurant. Check out the 2012 Houston Web Awards on June 28. www.HoustonWebAwards.com

94. BIG Power Yoga

9.2
3115 Allen Pkwy (Waugh Dr.), Houston, TX
Yoga Studio · 19 tips and reviews

Houston PressHouston Press: 2012 Best of Houston Winner: Best Yoga Studio.Check out more Houston Press Winners here:http://www.houstonpress.com/bestof/ Or go moblie with the free Best Of app.

95. Montrose Veterinary Clinic

1701 Montrose Blvd (Peden), Houston, TX
Veterinarian · 4 tips and reviews

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96. Firebird

St Louis, MO
Rock Club · Midtown · 1 tip

Riverfront TimesRiverfront Times: RFT 2012 Best of St. Louis Winner - Best Rock Club http://bit.ly/QnPmj5

97. Sweetie Pie's

4270 Manchester Ave, St Louis, MO
Southern Food Restaurant · Forest Park Southeast · 85 tips and reviews

Riverfront TimesRiverfront Times: 2012 RFT Best of St. Louis Winner - Best Soul Food Restaurant

98. Straub's

8.5
211 W Lockwood Ave (btw Rock Hill Road and North Gore Ave.), Webster Groves, MO
Grocery Store · 15 tips and reviews

Riverfront TimesRiverfront Times: RFT 2012 Best of St. Louis Winner - Best Takeout Counter (Grocery Division)

99. Kaldi's Coffee House

315 N 9th St (inside Culinaria), St Louis, MO
Coffee Shop · Downtown East · 6 tips and reviews

Riverfront TimesRiverfront Times: 2012 RFT Best of St. Louis Winner - Best Coffee

100. Foundation Grounds

8.4
7298 Manchester Rd (Marshall Avenue), Maplewood, MO
Coffee Shop · 71 tips and reviews

Riverfront TimesRiverfront Times: Voted Best Salad in 2012 RFT Best of St. Louis.

101. The Ambassador / Club Klymaxx

6.7
9800 Halls Ferry Rd, St Louis, MO
Night Club · 6 tips and reviews

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102. ink.

8360 Melrose Ave (at Kings Rd), Los Angeles, CA
American Restaurant · Mid-City West · 186 tips and reviews
Du-par's is one of Best of 2012.

103. Du-par's

8.4
6333 W 3rd St (at Fairfax Ave), Los Angeles, CA
Coffee Shop · Mid-City West · 84 tips and reviews
Next Door Lounge is one of Best of 2012.

104. Next Door Lounge

7.3
1154 N Highland Ave (at Lexington Ave), Los Angeles, CA
Cocktail Bar · Central Hollywood · 41 tips and reviews

105. The Federal Food Drink & Provisions

5132 Biscayne Blvd, Miami, FL
Gastropub · Upper Eastside · 74 tips and reviews

Miami New TimesMiami New Times: Best of Miami Winner 2012 - Best Neighborhood Restaurant: Hospitality, ambiance, selection of drinks, food, and service. The big five! Read more.

Irishmen is one of Best of 2012.

106. Irishmen

7.2
1745 NW Boca Raton Blvd, Boca Raton, FL
Pub · 21 tips and reviews
World of Beer is one of Best of 2012.

107. World of Beer

8.4
4437 Lyons Rd, Coconut Creek, FL
Bar · 105 tips and reviews
Animal is one of Best of 2012.

108. Animal

435 N Fairfax Ave, Los Angeles, CA
New American Restaurant · Mid-City West · 232 tips and reviews
The Troubadour is one of Best of 2012.

109. The Troubadour

8.9
9081 Santa Monica Blvd (at Doheny Dr), West Hollywood, CA
Music Venue · 130 tips and reviews
Largo at the Coronet is one of Best of 2012.

110. Largo at the Coronet

9.1
366 N La Cienega Blvd (btwn Beverly & Oakwood), Los Angeles, CA
Music Venue · Mid-City West · 41 tips and reviews
Pappy's Smokehouse is one of Best of 2012.

111. Pappy's Smokehouse

9.1
3106 Olive St (btwn N Compton & N Ewing Ave), St Louis, MO
BBQ Joint · Midtown · 283 tips and reviews
The Olive Pit is one of Best of 2012.

112. The Olive Pit

6.7
820 E Lincoln Ave #B (at Orange-Olive Rd), Orange, CA
Dive Bar · 6 tips and reviews
Fashion Island is one of Best of 2012.

113. Fashion Island

9.3
401 Newport Center Dr, Newport Beach, CA
Shopping Mall · Newport Center · 141 tips and reviews
South Coast Plaza is one of Best of 2012.

114. South Coast Plaza

9.2
3333 Bristol St (at I-405 Fwy), Costa Mesa, CA
Shopping Mall · South Coast Metro · 258 tips and reviews
Goat Hill Tavern is one of Best of 2012.

115. Goat Hill Tavern

7.8
1830 Newport Blvd (btwn Broadway & Harbor), Costa Mesa, CA
Dive Bar · Eastside Costa Mesa · 54 tips and reviews
Brodard Restaurant is one of Best of 2012.

116. Brodard Restaurant

8.9
16105 Brookhurst St (btwn Edinger Ave & Kerry St), Fountain Valley, CA
Vietnamese Restaurant · 119 tips and reviews
In-N-Out Burger is one of Best of 2012.

117. In-N-Out Burger

9.1
4115 Campus Dr (at Bridge Rd), Irvine, CA
Fast Food Restaurant · University Town Center · 77 tips and reviews
Haven Gastropub is one of Best of 2012.

118. Haven Gastropub

7.9
190 S Glassell St (at Chapman Ave), Orange, CA
Gastropub · 140 tips and reviews