We asked Tribune readers to tell us their favorite local businesses and business people in over 30 categories. Those choices were narrowed down to three to five finalists in each category from which readers chose their favorites. Thousands of votes later, with at least one category being decided by a single vote, we have our winners.
In several categories, there were over 20 nominations. While some of the nominees were predictable, there were also unusual nominees. There were nominations for businesses in surrounding communities and businesses that we were not aware of, but now know all about thanks to our readers.
The Tribune congratulates every business and business professional that was nominated. When your customers are impressed enough with your service to nominate your business, you’re doing something right.
Without further ado, here are The Tribune Readers Choice Award 2013 winners as selected by our readers.
Best Barbecue- Jim N’ Nicks
Best Breakfast- Cracker Barrel
Best Pizza- Fox’s Pizza Den
Best Burgers- 5 Guys Burgers and Fries
Best Asian Restaurant- Konomi
Best Attorney- Rick Stotser
Best Auto Care- Darrell Wood Auto Service
Best Bank- Regions
Best Auto Dealer- Courtesy GMC
Best Bar- Munoz Mexican Grill (Trussville)
Best Barber- Salon 2000
Best Beauty Shop- Salon 2000
Best Date Restaurant- Konomi
Best Deli- Momma Goldberg’s
Best Dentist- Dr. Massey Willingham
Best Doctor- Dr. Phillip Harmon
Best Event Venue- Mathew’s Manor
Best Dry Cleaner- Complete Cleaners
Best Family Restaurant- Chik-Fil-A
Best Florist- Ginni G
Best Furniture Store- Barnett Furniture
Best Garden Shop- Williams Orchard and Nursery
Best Gift Shop- Spotted Zebra
Best Grocery Store- Publix (Trussville)
Best Gym- YMCA (Trussville)
Best Hot Dog- Paul’s Hot Dogs
Best Hotel- Hilton Garden Inn
Best Hardware Store- Ace Hardware
Best Ice Cream/Yogurt- Yogurt Mountain
Best Insurance Agent- Brian Bozeman
Best Italian/Greek/Mediterranean- Taziki’s
Best Jeweler- Agnew Jewelers
Best Kids Entertainment- Springville Splash Pad
Best Landscaping- Trimm Landscapes
Best Meat & 3- Joel’s
Best Mens Clothing Store- The Pants Store
Best Mexican Restaurant- Munoz Mexican Grill (Trussville)
Best Pharmacy- Trussville Total Care Pharmacy
Best Nail Salon- Salon 2000
Best Realtor- Lee Marlow
Best Overall Restaurant- Konomi
Best Seafood Restaurant- Parish Seafood & Oyster House
Best Steak Restaurant- Logan’s Roadhouse
Best Wings- Buffalo Wild Wings
Best Womens Clothing Store- Jade