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Best of Alameda 2025
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Nominations
Until Jan 16
Voting
Jan 17 - Feb 1
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Arts + Culture
Best Art Gallery
Local galleries showcasing visual arts and exhibitions
Studio One Arts Center
Mandar Fine Art
The Potters' Studio
Rhythmix Cultural Works
Studio 23 Gallery
Frank Bette Center for the Arts
Alameda Art Association
The Floating Art Museum
Best Event Producer / Promoter
Puts on shows, markets, festivals
Island Yacht Club
Altarena Playhouse
Michael Toedman
Radium Presents
Rhythmix Cultural Works
Best Face Painter
Artists who create face painting designs for events and parties
Alana Dill
Gena Montoya
Best Local Artist
Visual arts
Ryan Lalonde
Olive Little
Jakob Wyrd @ Lucky 13
Jessica Warren
Anthony May
Mandar Fine Art
Annie Heller
Oliver Campo @ Lucky 13
Best Museum
Museums and cultural institutions in Alameda
Alameda Museum
California Historical Radio Society
Pacific Pinball Museum
Frank Bette Center for the Arts
USS Hornet Sea, Air and Space Museum
Best Musician / Band
Live performers
Omnigone
The Saloons
StarStrut
Larrie Noble
Farber
Suburban Death March
Pretty Frankenstein
Best Writer / Storyteller
Local columnist, poet, historian, etc.
Bronwyn Harris
Gene Khane
Jenee Darden
Dennis Evanosky
Bronwyn Emery
Scott Piehler
Automotive
Best Auto Body Shop
Auto body repair and collision services
AK Auto
Royal Auto Repair
1701 Auto Care
Best Auto Repair Shop
Automotive repair and maintenance services
AK Auto
Royal Auto Repair
EngineWorks
1701 Auto Care
Big Discount Tire Pros
Alameda Transmissions
Car Care Service
Fred's Wrenchouse
AVN Tires & Alignments
Central Auto Service
Jerry’s Tire and Auto Center
Best Car Wash
Car wash and detailing services
Triple Car Wash Detailing
Shoreline Car Wash
Alameda Car Wash
Nob Hill Car Wash
Community Service
Best "Behind-the-Scenes" Hero
Logistics, event setup, mutual aid
Gretchen Hoff Varner
Chris Tam
Kate Meade
Best Community Builder
Organizes, connects people, builds community
Amos White
Kate Kasberger
Misti Walty
Melissa Mo
Zac Bowling
Kevis Brownson
Chris Tam
Bronwyn Emery
Rachel Lee
Deirdre Freeman
Best Local Advocate
Housing, environment, disability access, whatever lane
Denyse Trepanier
Amanda Milo
Doug Biggs
Jeramie Andehueson
Best Membership Club
Social clubs, organizations, and membership-based groups
Alameda Vipers Basketball Club
Bike Walk Alameda
Island Yacht club
Alameda Boys & Girls Club
Alameda Elks Lodge #1015
Encinal Yacht Club
Eagles Hall
City of Alameda Democratic Club
Mahjong Social Club
Best Neighbor
The "everyone knows they help" award
Melissa Mo
Deirdre Freeman
Matt Wheeland
Chris Tam
Alex Dimant
Best Youth Champion
Adult who consistently supports kids and teens
Bronwyn Harris
Barb Grove
Education + Youth
Best After-School Leader
Arts, STEM, enrichment
Ofelia Salazar (ACDC)
Kate Meade/alameda Arts
Lorrie Murray
Patrice Hinz
Best Camp/Youth Program
Programs and activities specifically for teenagers
Alameda Recreation And Park Department
Bay Area Music Project
Little Theater Company | Theater for Kids | Bay Area, CA
Tomorrow youth repertory
Best Coach
Youth sports, school teams, community leagues
Coach Mike Reardon
Coach Max Langaard
Bjorn Stromsness
Rick Breslin
Coach Max
Best Day Camp/After School Program
Day camps and after-school programs for kids
The Village Kids’ Club
Bay Area Music Project
The Busy Bee Activity Center
Alameda Island Kids At Edison
Girls Inc of the Island City
Alameda Young Naturalist Club
Best Preschool
Preschools and early childhood education programs
Fuzzy Caterpillar Preschool
Luna's Montessori Bilingual School (English/Spanish)
Peter Pan Preschool
Tiny Tots Alameda Recreation And Park Department
Weebit Preschool and Daycare
My Escuela Bilingual Preschool
The Child Unique Montessori School
Little Butterflies- A Sensory Play-Based Preschool
Small Size Big Mind
Kiddie Kampus Cooperative Preschool
Little Lion Preschool and Childcare
Neptune Nature School
Best School Staff Member
Counselor, librarian, office staff, paraeducator
Rosie Garcia
Erin Brown school secretary Franklin School
Marie Santos at Island High
Best Summer Camp/Program
Summer camps and programs for children and teens
Swings and Wings
The Busy Bee Activity Center
Bay Area Music Project
Girls Inc of the Island City
Camp Galileo Alameda
Girl Scouts summer day camp
Creative Community
Ozzy's Music Academy
The Village Kids’ Club
Best Teacher / Educator
AUSD, private, tutoring, adult ed
Sarah Singer
Kim Leus
Scott Hixon
Annahita Rad
Michael Kramer Wong
Sherry Rouse
Olivia Salmon
Bronwyn Harris
Don Balistreri
Erin Cogan
Sarah Greenberg
Lani Phan
Bernadette Whitman aka Ms. B
Linda Valler
Food & Drink
Best Bagels
Places to get fresh bagels
Bagel Street Cafe
Alameda Bagel & Donuts
The Beanery
Signal Coffee Roasters
Levi’s Bagels
House of Bagels
Best Bakery
Bakeries offering fresh bread, pastries, and baked goods
Treats by Mrs. T
Night Heron Bread
Whisk Cake Creations
Firebrand Artisan breads
Crispian Bakery
doodlecakes
Shannon Bakes
Donut Petit
Best Bar
Bars and cocktail lounges
Forbidden Island
Lemon Drop
Swell Bar
Town Tavern
Lucky 13
The Benton
Hob Nob
1400 Bar & Grill
Park Station
The Fireside Lounge
Best Barbecue
Alameda's favorite BBQ
Fikscue Tex-Indo BBQ
BB Bowl
Spinning Bones
Ono Hawaiian BBQ
Ohgane Alameda x Vons Chicken
Best Boba Spot
Boba tea shops and cafes
iTea Alameda
Happy Lemon
Gong Cha
Top Up Tea
Vietnam House Restaurant
Yifang Taiwan Fruit Tea
T4 Alameda
Best Breakfast / Brunch
Restaurants specializing in breakfast and brunch
Julie's Coffee & Tea Garden
Ole's Waffle Shop
Jim's Coffee Shop
The Hobnob
Southshore Cafe
Marti’s Place
Homeskillet
Shaka Shack
Firebrand Artisan breads
Cafe Jolie
Jim’s On the Course
Moxie
Moxie Steakhouse
Neptune's
Peak
Wescafe
Blue Dot Cafe & Coffee Bar
Best Burger Place
Restaurants known for their burgers
The Bureau 510
Five Guys
Scolari's
Project Burger
In-N-Out Burger
The Yard at Saltbreaker
Best Charcuterie / Cheese Shop
Shops specializing in charcuterie and cheese
Mosley's Cafe
Farmstead Cheeses & Wines
Domenico's Italian Deli
Best Chinese Restaurant
Chinese restaurants and cuisine
House of Dumplings
Ark Chinese Restaurant
Pacific Lighthouse
Xiang Xiang Noodle
Gim's Chinese Kitchen Express
East Ocean Seafood Restaurant
Chong Qing Noodles House
Chef's Wok
Xing Yuan
China Village
Wild Ginger
Best Coffee Shop
Coffee shops and cafes
Coffee Cultures
Dandelion Kaffe
Julie's Coffee & Tea Garden
Jim's Coffee Shop
Highwire Coffee Roasters
Coffee & Tea Traders
LazyBird Coffee
Jay's Coffee
Mosley's Cafe
The Beanery
Signal Coffee Roasters
The Local
Spritzer's Cafe
Wescafe
Bad Barista
Blue Dot Cafe & Coffee Bar
Best Dim Sum
Restaurants serving dim sum
Pacific Lighthouse
Dim Sum Best of Taste
East Ocean Seafood Restaurant
Chef's Wok
Best Donuts
Donut shops and bakeries
Lee's Donuts
Alameda Bagel & Donuts
Homeskillet
Moxie
Moxie Steakhouse
Donut Petit
Hometown Donuts
Best Fried Chicken
Restaurants specializing in fried chicken
Lola's Chicken Shack
Fikscue Tex-Indo BBQ
Jollibee
Scolari's
Fowl + Fare
Best Greek / Mediterranean Restaurant
Greek and Mediterranean cuisine
Park Street Tavern
Asena
Troy
Tahina
Best Happy Hour
Restaurants and bars with great happy hour deals
The Park Street Tavern
Town Tavern
Hob Nob
East End Pizza
Best Ice Cream
Ice cream shops and gelaterias
Rita's Italian Ice & Frozen Custard
Baskin-Robbins
Cookiebar Scoop Shop
Tucker's Super Creamed Ice Cream
Loard's Ice Cream
Best Italian Restaurant
Italian restaurants and trattorias
The Star on Park
Pizzeria Pappo
Trabocco Kitchen and Cocktails
Alley & Vine
Tomatina
Pasta Pelican Restaurant
Best Japanese Restaurant
Japanese restaurants and cuisine
Hashi Gawa
Yojimbo Sushi
Yo Sushi
Angel Fish Japanese Cuisine
Utzutzu
Waki
Marugame Udon
Sushi Broadway
Saga Kitchen
Best Korean Restaurant
Korean restaurants and BBQ
Tang Jip
BB Bowl
Ohgane Alameda x Vons Chicken
Best Mexican Restaurant
Mexican restaurants and cuisine
El Caballo Wraps
Acapulco
Calafia Taqueria
Taqueria Viva México
Casa Revolución Taqueria
Island Taqueria
Taqueria Ramiro & Sons
Cholita Linda
La Penca Azul
Best Outdoor Dining
Restaurants with great outdoor dining spaces
The Rake at Admiral Maltings
Julie's Coffee & Tea Garden
Trabocco Kitchen and Cocktails
Mosley's Cafe
Speisekammer
Pier 29
Jim’s On the Course
Almanac Beer Co
The Yard at Saltbreaker
Best Pizza
Pizza restaurants and pizzerias
The Star on Park
Pizzeria Pappo
A Town Pizza
Share Pizza
Alameda Pizza
VJ's Sports Bar X Pizza
Marley G's Pizzeria
La Val's Pizza
Mountain Mikes
East End Pizza
Best Place to Drink Beer
Bars and pubs with great beer selections
The Rake at Admiral Maltings
Humble Sea Brewing Co.
Lucky 13
Speisekammer
Alameda Brewing Company
Park Station
Almanac Beer Co
Faction Brewing
Best Place to Have Coffee
Favorite spots for coffee and conversation
Coffee Cultures
Dandelion Kaffe
Julie's Coffee & Tea Garden
Highwire Coffee Roasters
LazyBird Coffee
Mosley's Cafe
The Beanery
Signal Coffee Roasters
The Local
Wescafe
Blue Dot Cafe & Coffee Bar
Best Restaurant
Top restaurants in Alameda
Acapulco
Saltbreaker
Pizzeria Pappo
Park Street Tavern
Trabocco Kitchen and Cocktails
Burma Superstar
Bhan Mae Vane
Spinning Bones
Shaka Shack
Speisekammer
Hob Nob
Asena
Troy
Utzutzu
Cholita Linda
Ohgane Alameda x Vons Chicken
Ceron Kitchen
Moxie Steakhouse
East End Pizza
La Penca Azul
Best Restaurant For Families
Family-friendly restaurants
The Star on Park
Pizzeria Pappo
Calafia Taqueria
Bhan Mae Vane
Shaka Shack
Cholita Linda
Tomatina
Best Sandwiches
Sandwich shops and delis
Rose's Sandwich Shop
Santorio’s Italian Market & Deli
Mango and Mint
Rose's Sandwich Shop
Mosley's Cafe
Island Savoy Market
Sandwich Board
Rang Dong
Domenico's Italian Deli
Wescafe
Best Sports Bar
Sports bars for watching games
McGee's
Ballpark Alameda
VJ's Sports Bar X Pizza
Park Station
Best Take-Out
Best restaurants for take-out and delivery
El Caballo Wraps
Hashi Gawa
Yo Sushi
Greens & Grains
Hong Kong City Restaurant
BLUEFIN SUSHI & THAI
Pasta Pelican Restaurant
Best Thai/Burmese Restaurant
Thai restaurants
Million Spoons
Toomie's Thai By Thai Golden Rice
Burma Superstar
Bhan Mae Vane
May Thai
Spice I Am
BLUEFIN SUSHI & THAI
Tamee Thai Restaurant
Peak
Best Vietnamese Restaurant
Vietnamese restaurants and cuisine
Pho Nation
Mekong Kitchen
Mango and Mint
Mintleaf
Bacogai
Sidestreet Pho
Rang Dong
Best Wine Bar
Wine bars and wine-focused establishments
Lemon Drop
Town Tavern
Urban Legend
Vinyl Wine Bar & Shop
Dashe Cellars
Health + Safety
Best Acupuncturist
Acupuncture practitioners
Tracy Zollinger
Heavenly Stems Acupuncture
Good Witch Wellness & Apothecary
Alameda community Acupuncture
Dr. Adria Amenti
Dr. Adria Amenti
Mari Kubota LAc
Best Chiropractor
Chiropractic care providers
advanced health chiropractic
Back to Health Chiropractic Center
Alameda Chiropractic & Ergonomics (Dr. Whit Voss)
In Town Chiropractic
Symmetry Health Center
Aptus Chiropractic
CHRIS Galeotti Alameda Chiropractic Center
Harbor Bay Chiropractic
Miller Chiropractic and Wellness
Spine and Sport Chiropractic
Anam Cara Chiropractic
AdvanceHealth Chiropractic & Rehabilitation
Alameda Chiropractic Center
Clinton Chiropractic
Best Crossing Guard / Street Safety Hero
Crossing guards and street safety advocates
Master Dia
Guy
Best Doctor
Primary care doctors and physicians
Dr. Craney
Dr. Andrea Lee
Dr. Kevin Walsh
Best Doula/Midwife
Doulas and midwives for birth support
Lenore Musambacine
Lenore Musambacine
Jessica Catano
Erin Parod
Maureen Layag
Evaly Long
Best Esthetician
Estheticians and skincare specialists
Elena Pingree at The Gorgeous Lady
Acne Specialists of Alameda
Skin Reset Lab
Secret Garden Skincare
MSkin and Wellness ALAMEDA
Face + Body Studio
eleven esthetics
Susan Dressler at Nofu
Best Healthcare Professional
Doctor, nurse, therapist, PT, dentist
Sadiya Kazi-Koya OT
Dr. Tran with Dentistry of Alameda.
Dr Quhyn Nguyen
Shelly Seppard
Best Massage Therapist
Massage therapists and bodywork practitioners
John Ojeda: Alameda Wellness Collective
Katy at Key Bodywork
Medical Masaje
Amy Gerard
Amy Gerard, LMT, CMT
Erin Parod
Simply Massage (Julie Alvarez)
My Beauty Spa
Jessica's Peaceful Journeys
Alison Luke
Zoey Anderson
KNOTWURK
Best Orthodontist
Orthodontic care providers
Paden Orthodontics Alameda
Best Physical Therapist
Physical therapy and rehabilitation services
Katherine Le
Marie Solzerano
Best Therapist
Mental health therapists and counselors
Ron Fitch
Carla Vogel-Stone
Suzanne Hayne, LMFT
Home & Professional Services
Best Arborist
Tree care and arborist services
Alameda Tree Care
Farmyard Tree Care
Best Daycare
Daycare centers and childcare facilities
Little Crumbles
Kidz R People Too Family
Small Size Big Mind
Little Lion Preschool and Childcare
Little Butterflies
Best Dentist Office
Dental practices and dentist offices
Brett Rouleau Jalen & Rouleau
Alameda Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics
Matthew Lau, DDS FICOI
Amanda F Leong DDS
Dentistry of Alameda
Alameda Dental Center
Karen Larson, DDS
Dughman Dental
Best General Contractor
General contractors for home projects
John Jameson Construction
Buestad Construction
Best Handyman
Handyman services for home repairs
Mike Moresi
Mark Fournier
Best Landscaper
Landscaping and garden services
Rendered Stone Landscapes
Rigo
Jesus with Something So Green
Mike Moresi
Garden Mamas
Island Mike (Michael Reardon)
Jose Cisneros
Best Plumber
Plumbing services
Bonafide Plumbing
Pete's Plumbing
Ethan's
A.T. Weber Plumbing
Nonprofits
Best Civic Action Organization
Organizations working on civic issues and advocacy
All Rise Alameda
Bike Walk Alameda
CASA Community Action for a Sustainable Alameda
Alameda Education Association
City of Alameda Democratic Club
Best Nonprofit Organization
Nonprofit organizations serving the community
Operation Dignity
All Good Living Foundation
California Historical Radio Society
Friends of the Alameda Animal Shelter
100K Trees For Humanity
Rhythmix Cultural Works
Bay Area Music Project
Island Cat Resources and Adoption
Alameda Meals on Wheels
Alameda Point Collaborative
Alameda Food Bank
Best Places to Volunteer
Organizations and places where you can volunteer
California Historical Radio Society
Friends of the Alameda Animal Shelter
Alameda Meals on Wheels
Alameda Food Bank
City of Alameda Democratic Club
Best Senior Service
Services and programs for seniors
Mastick Senior Center
Alameda Meals on Wheels
Alameda Healthcare & Wellness Center
Pets
Best Animal Advocate
Rescue, fostering, TNR
Mary Abbott
Sheila Quinn (FAAS South Shore Adoptions Manager)
Aco Alaina
Tiffany Ashbaker
Best Animal Shelter or Rescue Groups
Animal shelters and rescue organizations
Friends of the Alameda Animal Shelter
Island Cat Resources and Adoption
Best Dog Walker / Pet Sitter
Pet care services for walking and sitting
ChaCha Dillon
Alaina Onesko
Valarie Dickey
Island Paws and Claws
Diana Thompson
Best Pet Groomer
Pet grooming services
See Spot Run
Drummond’s Pet Grooming
Jess and your Pets (Jess Kuno)
Under One Woof
Best Pet Store
Pet supply stores
See Spot Run
Unleashed
Petco
Pet Food Express
Best Veterinarian
Veterinary clinics and animal healthcare providers
Park Centre Animal Hospital
Marina Village Integrative Veterinary
Alameda Pet Hospital
Providence Veterinary Hospital
Recreation
Best "Third Place"
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The Rake at Admiral Maltings
Robert W. Crown Memorial State Beach
Alameda Free Library
The Local
Almanac Beer Co
Blue Dot Cafe & Coffee Bar
Best Gym
Best fitness center or gym in Alameda
The Hub Sports Club
Harbor Bay Club
Rise Bodyworks
Navarro Fitness Center
Alameda Fitness & Spa
Best Outdoor Leader
Running clubs, paddling, hiking groups, cleanup leaders
Alameda 50+ Women's Walking Group
No Excuse Moms
Ohana Paddle Club
Best Places For Kids
Kid-friendly places and activities
Color Me Mine
Swings and Wings
Ruby's Tumbling
Jean Sweeney Open Space Park
Robert W. Crown Memorial State Beach
Crab Cove Visitor Center
The Busy Bee Activity Center
Alameda Free Library
Messy Makers
Subpar Miniature Golf
The Village Kids’ Club
Best Recreation Spot
Parks, recreation areas, and outdoor spaces
The Hub Sports Club
Alameda Theatre & Cineplex
High Scores Arcade
Pacific Pinball Museum
Robert W. Crown Memorial State Beach
Crab Cove Visitor Center
Subpar Miniature Golf
Bae Boats
Lincoln Park
Best Yacht Club
Yacht clubs and sailing organizations
Oakland Yacht Club
Alameda Yacht Club
Ballena Bay Yacht Club
Aeolian Yacht Club
Encinal Yacht Club
Alameda Community Sailing Center
Best Yoga
Yoga studios and classes
Breathing Room Alameda
Svastha Yoga, Wellness and Community Hub
Yoga Amansala
Retail & Shopping
Best Antique Shop
Antique stores and vintage shops
Rocket Reuse
The Katz Meow
Lynn's Antiques of Alameda
Moodswing
Feathered Outlaw
Old Gold Collectibles
III Antiques & Thangs
Best Bike Shop
Bicycle shops and repair services
Alameda Bicycle
Westside Joe's Bikes
Cycle City
Stone's Cyclery
Best Book Store
Bookstores and book shops
Rocket Reuse
Toy Safari
Feathered Outlaw
Books Inc.
Modern Mouse
Best Boutique Store
Boutique clothing and specialty stores
Two Marys' Mercantile
The ReCrafting Co.
Daisy's Mercantile
Feathered Outlaw
Bead Inspirations
Lanvie Boutique
Best Children’s Retail
Children’s Retail in Alameda
All Good Living AGL collective
Toy Safari
Lauren's Closet
Mommy's Trading Post
Best Clothing Store
Clothing and apparel stores
Natural Selection BioBoutique
Lilac Dress Boutique
Lilac Alameda
Daisy's Mercantile
Savers
Lauren's Closet
Best Community Grocer
Small shops and corner stores
Encinal Market
Jazeera Halal Market
Dan's Fresh Produce
A1 Market
Island Savoy Market
Best Date Night Spot
Great places for date nights
Forbidden Island
Saltbreaker
Alameda Theatre & Cineplex
Park Street Tavern
Trabocco Kitchen and Cocktails
Spinning Bones
In-N-Out Burger
The Benton
Asena
Moxie Steakhouse
The Fireside Lounge
East End Pizza
Best Dispensary
Cannabis dispensaries
STIIIZY Alameda
Embarc Dispensary
NUG Alameda
Park Social
Best Dry Cleaner
Dry cleaning services
Le's Tailoring & Cleaning
Elegant Cleaners
Revelation Cleaners Drive Thru
Best Florist
Florists and flower shops
Central Florist
Francesca Ricci Floral Art
Alameda Floral Design
Dandelion Flowers & Gifts
Trader Joe's
Best Gift Shop
Gift shops and specialty stores
Two Marys' Mercantile
Alameda Gallery & Collective
Daisy's Mercantile
Feathered Outlaw
Books Inc.
Bead Inspirations
Modern Mouse
Whales & Friends
Best Grocery Store
Grocery stores and supermarkets
Encinal Market
Nob Hill Foods
Alameda Natural Grocery
Dan's Fresh Produce
Grocery Outlet
Island Savoy Market
Trader Joe's
Best Hardware Store
Hardware stores and home improvement
Encinal True Value
Pagano's Ace Hardware
Best Health Food Store
Health food stores and natural markets
Encinal Market
The Marketplace
Alameda Natural Grocery
Dan's Fresh Produce
Greens & Grains
Best Jewelry Store
Jewelry stores and jewelers
Two Marys' Mercantile
Daisy's Mercantile
Park Jewelers
Feathered Outlaw
Seelenbacher Jewelers
To Herb with Love
Modern Mouse
Best New Business
Opened in 2025
Replenish Marketplace
Two Marys' Mercantile
Alameda Gallery & Collective
Park Station
Best Parking Spot
Best places to find parking
Immanuel Lutheran Labyrinth
Peeps Parking Spot @ Grocery Outlet
Civic Center Parking Structure
Historic Parking Lot
Best Plant Nursery
Plant nurseries and garden centers
Encinal Nursery
Ploughshares Nursery
Best Shop Pet
Pets that live in or frequent local shops
Charlie D. Dawg at Lucky 13 Tattoos
Zoey Kushman
Baby at Julie's Coffee & Tea Garden
Best Speciality Market
Small shops that specialize
Aria Supermarket
Replenish Marketplace
The ReCrafting Co.
Alameda Natural Grocery
Baron's Quality Meats & Seafood
Island Savoy Market
Best Thrift Store
Thrift stores and secondhand shops
Rocket Reuse
The Diggity Dog
Mastick Senior Center Thrift Store
Thrifty Kitty
Savers
The Salvation Army Thrift Store
Lauren's Closet
Mommy's Trading Post
Goodwill Store & Donation Center
Best Toy / Game Store
Toy and game stores
Toy Safari
Destine Fantasy Games
D20 Games
The Experience Share
Services & Professionals
Best Accountant
Accountants and tax preparation services
Lars G. Hansson CPA
Best Auto Shop
Auto repair shops and mechanics
AK Auto
Alameda Collision Repair
Alameda AutoLab
European Auto Repair
1701 Auto Care
Big Discount Tire Pros
Car Care Service
Best Contractor
Contractors for construction and renovation
Basilio Calmo
Buestad Construction
Best Financial Advisor
Financial advisors and planners
Chris Lightner
Jane Watson (Edward Jones)
Guy Ben Ari (Edward Jones)
Best Nail Salon
Nail salons and nail care services
Polished
Tomo Organic Nail Spa
Nailbar
Nancy's Nail Salon Alameda
Kim's Nails
Katie Nails
Envy Nails
Alameda Nails
Nails@SouthShore
Leann's Nails
Vena Nail Salon LLC
Best Photographer
Photographers for events, portraits, and more
Joy Coakley
Anchored Images
Anne Kohler
Anne Kohler Bay Area Photographer
Rebecca Pattison Photography
Megan Rory Photography
Megan Small Photography
Rebecca Pattison
Sam Breach Photography
Maurice Ramirez Photography
Best Real Estate Agent
Real estate agents and brokers
Kate McCaffrey Group (Compass)
Sophia Niu
Jeff Goodman
Coast + Co Real Estate
Elan Chertock
Michele Senitzer Real Estate Group
Hans and Kristin Struzyna | Real Estate Agent | The Gunderman Group | Alameda, Oakland, Berkeley, Piedmont
Best Tattoo Artist / Piercer
Tattoo artists and studios
Kristie Spies @ Lucky 13
Jakob Wyrd @ Lucky 13
Eric Reed- Alameda Tattoo
salch111cha @ Lucky 13
Oliver Campo @ Lucky 13
Best Tattoo Shop
Tattoo studios and shops
Pretty In Ink: Electric Tattooing
Lucky 13 Tattoos
Alameda Tattoo
Small Business People
Best Barber / Stylist
Barbers and hair stylists
Jori Arata @ Salon 1500
Jorge Perez @ Antidote
Therese Harvey @ Hair by Three
Ellie Strosahl @ Spank Salon
Jaryd Manibusan @ Frank Logan
Yolanda Schamoni @ Shear Delight
Alex Perreira @ Frank Logan
Franco @ Complements
Jordan Vaughn @ Rival Salon
Tony @ TOMO Salon
Esther @ Al’s Barbershop
Jone Stebbins @ Honey Salon
Nina Le @ Katies Hair Design
Collette Husher @ The Hairmonstr
Jordan Manibusan @ Frank Logan
Best Barista
Individual, not "best coffee shop"
Paco (Wescafe)
Jalen at Starbucks on Webster Street
Rafa/Ralph (Wescafe)
Best Bartender
Bartenders and mixologists
Mahlik Blake (Lemon Drop)
Justin Walker (aka Miami Dave)
Sarah - The Fireside
Heather Vassalo
Joey Joyce
Michael Reardon
Jeanine Santamaria
Kim at 1400
John Thiel
Best Chef
Chefs and culinary professionals
Trabocco's chef owner Giuseppe Naccarelli
Pastry Chef & Author, Henry Awayan at Whisk
John Thiel - Pappo
Best Local Business Owner
Human, not brand
Tiffany at Two Mary’s
Mike Stevens and Ashley Rogers
Shannon Marsden
Scott Cordle
Sandy Russell
Joann Guitarte
Marie Ortega (Feathered Outlaw)
Kyle Conner, Alameda Theater
John Thiel - Pizzeria Pappo
Malyka (Joe) Cho
Monica & Miguel (Wescafe)
Best Server
Restaurant front-of-house MVP
Julie Deady-Pizzeria Pappo
Alexis at Cafe Jolie
Cynthia - Pizzeria Pappo
Gigi - Encinal Yacht Club
Jubilee at Cafe Jolie.
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Winners receive recognition on our website, a digital certificate, and bragging rights as a certified Alameda Peeps Favorite!
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