Best of Gwinnett 2011: Become Culturally Diverse

Relay For Life

Are you interested in getting involved the Gwinnett community? Our socially savvy readers are here to help! Some of their favorite activities include watching the Gwinnett Braves, taking in a show at the Aurora Theatre or raising money for a good cause, such as Relay For Life. To find out more about our readers’ top choices for cultivating culture in Gwinnett – read on!

❯❯  Best Place for People Watching
With a booming population of over 800,000, there is a plethora of interesting characters working and playing around town. Our readers say the best spots to see what they are up to include 37 Main: A Rock Café, Mall of Georgia and Walmart.

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Best of Gwinnett 2011: Spending Quality Time Together

Gwinnett Braves

Gwinnett Braves

Gwinnett is a family-focused community! In fact, many families decide to move to our community because of its outstanding educational opportunities, safe and welcoming neighborhoods and kid-friendly venues great for family outings. You won’t find a better place to raise your kids and become an involved parent. Take a look at these top picks to put family first!

❯❯  Best Child-Friendly Restaurant
Do you have a picky eater on your hands at home? Stop hiding the spinach or masking the broccoli in the mac and cheese, treat them to dinner at these child-friendly joints: Chick-fil-A, Chuck E. Cheese, Medieval Times Dinner & Tournament, Mellow Mushroom and Stevi B’s. They’re sure to love it!

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Best of Gwinnett 2011: Pet Friendly

Camp Bow Wow

Did you know your pets could improve your health?  In fact, Animal Planet reports, when it comes to pet ownership, there are a number of proven health benefits, including physical, mental and emotional improvements, from enhancing social skills to decreasing a person’s risk of heart attack. So with all these pet pluses, it’s important to make sure your furry friend’s needs are met for a long life ahead. Check out these top places for superior pet care recommended by our readers.

❯❯  Best Veterinarian
Your pet is a member of the family, so when they’re feeling sick, you want to get them the best care available. Take them to one of the best veterinarians in town including Beaver Crossing Animal Hospital, Gwinnett Animal Clinic, PC, Gwinnett Animal Hospital, Lanier Animal Hospital and Sugar Hill Animal Hospital.

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Best of Gwinnett 2011: Tops in Our Community

City of Suwanee

One of the greatest things about Gwinnett is that you get the best of big-city living with a small town feel. Home to 15 municipalities, there’s always something fun to do! City summer concerts to holiday celebrations, volunteering with a local charity to campaigning for your favorite elected official, your options are endless in Gwinnett. Here’s a list of our readers top choices!

❯❯  Best Downtown
The downtown areas in Gwinnett are filled with family-friendly fun including shopping, dining, festivals and more. The votes named Buford, Duluth, Lawrenceville, Norcross and Suwanee as favorite downtown hangouts.

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Best of Gwinnett 2011: Feel Good, Look Good, Live Good

Rozin Internal Medicine

Happiness is key to improving health and lengthening your life. Research has shown that positive moods reduce stress, increase immune function and promote the speedy recovery of the heart after exertion. Maintaining healthy habits, such as a nutritious diet, regular exercise and a proper night’s sleep, can help evaluate your frame of mind and well being. Take a look at these recommendations on whom to consult on leading a healthy life.

❯❯  Best Place to Workout
Nothing beats a great workout for both your physical and mental stamina. Get toned and trimmed at the top local gyms including Bodyplex, C3 Fitness, Colleen Lizardi Fitness & Nutrition, Gold’s Gym and Life Time Fitness. You’ll be in shape in no time!

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Best of Gwinnett 2011: Wildcard Winners

Stella Harper Events

Last, but not least! Each year, we ask our readers to vote for new categories they believe should be part of our annual issue. Remember these winners, as they may be listed again – possibly as a brand new category!

This year, our wildcard votes included, First United Methodist Church of Lawrenceville for Best Church, Stella Harper Events for Best Event Planning,
Tannery Row Artist Colony for Best Artist Colony, ABove Physical Therapy for Best Physical Therapy, and Buford School of Ballet for Best Dance School.

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Best of Gwinnett Voting Extended to August 19

Gwinnett Magazine’s Best of Gwinnett 2011 voting has been extended to August 19, so you can decide on Gwinnett’s best hangouts, hotspots, shops and more, with more than 70 categories to choose from.

 

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Welcome to Gwinnett! Learn Why It’s Great

We asked, you answered — and the result is the 2010 Best of Gwinnett issue. From the best hangouts, hot spots, shops, businesses and places to eat, ten of thousands of Gwinnettians and our editors weighed in on the must-haves or must-dos Gwinnett has to offer. So don’t waste any time — let this issue be your go-to guide for anything and everything Gwinnett all year long.

Welcome Home
Best Homebuilder
Best Realtor
Best Interior Decorator/Design Firm
Best Furniture Store
Best Landscaping Firm
Best Home Services and Maintenance
Best Neighborhood
Best Apartment Community
Best Retirement Community
Best General Contractor

Working Hard for the Money
Best Employer
Best Business Address
Best Office Park
Best Accounting Firm
Best Bank
Best Law Firm
Best Staffing Agency
Best Customer Service
Best Place for a Business Meeting or Retreat
Best Power Lunch
Best Facilities Maintenance and Service
Best IT Service
Best Hotel

Chow Time!
Best Barbecue
Best Pizza
Best Seafood
Best Sushi
Best Chinese Food
Best Mexican Food
Best Cup of Coffee
Best Supermarket

Chillin’ with the Gang
Best Happy Hour
Best Sports Bar
Best Concert Venue
Best Local Entertainer
Best Movie Theater
Best Golf Course

Relax and Rejuvenate
Best Salon
Best Dry Cleaner
Best Tanning Salon
Best Spa

Shop Til’ You Drop
Best Mall
Best Place to Buy a Computer
Best Clothing Store for Women
Best Clothing Store for Men

Lucky in Love
Best Restaurant for Romance
Best Jeweler
Best Place to Buy Flowers
Best Place for a Wedding
Best Photographer

Rev Your Engines
Best Auto Dealer/Best Place to Buy A Car
Best Auto Mechanic
Best Car Wash

Immerse Yourself in Gwinnett’s Culture
Best Place for People Watching
Best Artistic/Cultural Scene
Best Social or Charity Event

Spending Time with Those You Love
Best Child-Friendly Restaurant
Best Place to Take the Kids
Best Local Festival
Best Park
Best Summer Activity
Best Clothing Store for Children
Best School Field Trip
Best Childcare
Best Family Activity

Man’s Best Friend
Best Veterinarian
Best Place to Board a Pet

Getting Involved
Best Downtown
Best Local Charity
Favorite Elected Official

Healthy Lifestyle
Best Place to Workout
Best Pediatrician
Best Physician/Practice
Best Dental Practice
Best Orthodontist
Best Chiropractor

Wildcard Winners

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Best of Gwinnett 2010: Welcome Home

Bright Water

A home is defined differently to each person. It can be called an investment, treasured sanctuary, center of the family or a place to get the best cooking around – mom’s.

So, when it comes time to make your biggest investment — your home — you want to make sure you’re working with the best, even with a tight budget. From custom-built houses to furnishing your home, finding the best realtor or best landscaper, trust our readers’ recommendations on the go-to services for your future home.

Our readers voted Bowen Family Homes as one of the best homebuilders in Gwinnett. Unfortunately, because of these challenging economic times, Bowen Family Homes had to close their doors on October 29. We honor them for their commitment to serving the community for 40-plus years.

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Best of Gwinnett 2010: Working Hard for the Money

Lake Lanier Islands Resort's Legacy Lodge & Convention Center

Gwinnett ranks high among international and domestic businesses as an excellent environment for growth, innovation, knowledge and sustainability. Within this past year, two companies – NCR and Asbury Automotive – relocated their businesses to Gwinnett, which makes us the only county in this country to get two Fortune 500 companies in one year, according to the Gwinnett Chamber. For the people living in Gwinnett, this translates to more jobs, which equals greater employment and opportunity. The following include our readers’ choices on the companies where they enjoy going to work.

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