READERS CHOICE AWARDS 2015 RETAIL/SERVICES Ocean Beach has been Ocean Beach since 1887, which means it's only 37 years younger than the state of California. Developers Billy Carlson and Albert Higgins changed the neighborhood's name from Mussel Beach then to make things a little more appetizing for would-be investors – let mussels spoil even for a day, and you've got an aroma issue that makes La Jolla Cove smell like a freshly minted crop of Spanish lavender. Outside of that, Carlson and Higgins were shrewd businessmen whose acumen rested on fairness and customer service – tenets that today's Ocean Beach retail merchants observe as in the days of yore. They know how to tailor their products and services to the customer's goal, whether it be that extra- attention food co-op, that friendly optometrist looking after your precious vision or that forward-looking estate planner with only your family's future interests at heart. Accordingly, we often ask our readers to pick the “best of” retail and services indus- tries around Ocean Beach and neighboring Point Loma – after all, you guys know the merchants as well as the merchants know themselves, because you stroll our business districts every day in search of their services. Here, in The Peninsula Beacon Readers Choice Awards 2015, you're the judges – more important, you're the jury. And not only did you weigh in on the neighborhood's best of the best; you also chose the categories under which their names appear, making this project a truly reader-intensive enterprise. That special piece of apparel to mark that special night MARCH 17, 2016 – SPECIAL SUPPLEMENT TO THE BEACON Readers weigh in on Ocean Beach favorites contid on page 2
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Ocean Beach has been Ocean Beach since1887, which means it's only 37 years youngerthan the state of California. Developers BillyCarlson and Albert Higgins changed theneighborhood's name from Mussel Beachthen to make things a little more appetizingfor would-be investors – let mussels spoileven for a day, and you've got an aroma issuethat makes La Jolla Cove smell like a freshlyminted crop of Spanish lavender.
Outside of that, Carlson and Higgins wereshrewd businessmen whose acumen restedon fairness and customer service – tenetsthat today's Ocean Beach retail merchantsobserve as in the days of yore. They knowhow to tailor their products and services tothe customer's goal, whether it be that extra-attention food co-op, that friendlyoptometrist looking after your precious
vision or that forward-looking estate plannerwith only your family's future interests atheart.
Accordingly, we often ask our readers topick the “best of” retail and services indus-tries around Ocean Beach and neighboringPoint Loma – after all, you guys know themerchants as well as the merchants knowthemselves, because you stroll our businessdistricts every day in search of their services.Here, in The Peninsula Beacon ReadersChoice Awards 2015, you're the judges –more important, you're the jury.
And not only did you weigh in on theneighborhood's best of the best; you alsochose the categories under which theirnames appear, making this project a trulyreader-intensive enterprise. That specialpiece of apparel to mark that special night
MARCH 17, 2016 – SPECIAL SUPPLEMENT TO THE BEACON
Readers weigh in on Ocean Beach favorites
contid on page 2
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NEWPORT AVENUE runs through the heart of Ocean Beach’s shop-ping district. Here, you’ll find one-of-a-kind shops, services andrestaurants all with the flair that is unique to Ocean Beach.
AntiquesArt GalleryMen's ApparelWomen's ApparelBead StoreBest Place To Buy JeansBike ShopCell Phone StoreConvenience StoreDive ShopDiscount StoreEyewearFashion AccessoriesFurniture StoreGift StoreGrocery StoreGrocery Store (Multiple Locations)
Specialty Grocery Hardware StoreHealth FoodHotelJewelry StorePlace to do CraftsSmoke ShopPet StoreSkate ShopResale ShopShoe StoreSporting GoodsSurf ShopSwimsuits
Always AccurateHannah Gabriel Wells ArchitectsVirginia Weber / David SmedleyMinh AlterationsOcean Beach Auto BodySunset GarageAuto ZoneUnion BankOB SudsAll American Carpet CleaningPeninsula YMCATranquil HomeComputer Guy Services (CGS)Victor LundHair Of The DogDog Beach Dog WashEmbassy Cleaners/Point Loma Cleaners
Zed ElectricEdward Jones-Erik KarlsonBell TileSD Bay FloristsJohn BakerFredz Handyman ServiceMatt Kalla - State FarmEcoLux InteriorsCoastal Sage / Occidental Landscape
Point Loma LocksMark ChrismanBaylor's Brush Sunset Cliffs Animal HospitalLyn's Loving Pet Sitting / Wag's and Wiskers
Tom Hauge Photography Dover PlumbingBK PrintingSmith Roofing Co.Ocean Beach Business CenterAtlas Tree Service12 BirdsBlue Ocean Window Cleaning
CATERGORY GOLD
Christopher W. Wilmot, CPASteve Lombardi Jerry CluffSeams to Me
SD Bus & Auto Repair/OB Tire
US Bank
Eco CleanMerry-Go-RoundEco Clean/ Jessica's Clean up Crew
Azar BuildersPreferred By PetsPreferred By PetsStephan's CleanersPoint Loma ElectricLPL FinancialCrowell & AssociatesFlowers Of Point LomaCabrillo FramingOcean Beach ConstructionGeorge GreenwallWhite Lotus Feng ShuiPL Loma LandscapeIndustrial Lock & SafeChaseWalls with a ViewCabrillo VetTech Pet Care Shugrue PhotographYMonty's PlumbingJames Gang / Ocean Beach Business Center
Best ContractorVictor Lund General ContactorLund specializes in coastal renovations locally and throughout SanDiego. However, he and his team of highly-skilled workers will take onany size task, from small rooms to gentrification projects. Lund uses in-house carpentry crews, which gives the company greater control overquality of work and scheduling. A member of the Point Loma commu-nity, Lund has 33 years of experience in the construction industry.
Victor Lund General ContactorP.O. Box 7050, San Diego, CA, 92167
(619) 224.1498
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out? That dive shop whose staff has forgotten more about the sportthan you'll ever know? They're all here, business by business – andall because of you.
In Carlson's and Higgins' day, it took 2½ hours to travel to OBfrom downtown San Diego by coach. Today, you can get here inabout four seconds, and you're not trading off any expert service todo it. OB's merchants are proud to welcome you to a unique SanDiego neighborhood, and they're ready to return the favor by justi-fying the faith you've shown. Enjoy!
Thomas MelvilleEditor
ANTIQUES Newport Avenue Antiques Center Newport Avenue Antiques has aplethora of whimsical items fromsmall collectibles, jewelry, clothing,books to large furniture pieces. Ifyou’re looking for that next familyheirloom, the store has a seriousside, too. And with over 1,800square feet of quality antiques andcollectibles, you’re sure to find thatspecial treasure — big or small. Agreat place to holiday shop too!
APPAREL (Men’s) South Coast Surf Shop Since 1974, South Coast Surf Shophas emerged as one of Southern Cali-fornia's premier surf shops. Histori-cally, South Coast has always beenahead of its time by not only empha-sizing on custom surfboards, a hugewetsuit selection, and the latest in surfaccessories to meet your in-the-waterneeds, but its willingness to experi-ment with selling surf inspired cloth-ing and accessories. South Coast wasinstrumental in introducing and legit-imizing brands such as Quiksilver,Billabong, and Gotcha to the South-ern Californian Surf Community dur-ing the seventies and early eighties.And even today though surf influ-enced products are much more main-
stream then they were when SouthCoast first opened, you can be sure tofind the finest selection of all yourfavorite brands as well as new looksfrom brands that are new to the surfindustry.South Coast Surf Shop5023 Newport Ave.(619) 223-7017southcoast.com
APPAREL (women’s) The ClosetThis locally owned and operatedjunior women’s boutique offers avariety of clothing, accessories, lin-gerie, shoes and luggage that arefriendly on the wallet -- and thestore receives new arrivals everyweek. Staff are grateful for theirloyal and amazing customers andemployees.The Closet4878 Newport Ave., Ocean Beach(619) 222-2999theclosetsignature.com
ART GALLERYTeeterTeeter is kind of a cool name for astore that specializes in more thanart -- for that matter, Teeter is kindof a cool name for an art gallery. It’sthe paper products and kids selec-tions that stand out as artworks bythemselves here; and in a place likethis, with so much to choose from,you’re bound to find artsy acces-sories that accent your home in thespirit of the most sophisticated gal-leries anywhere.
BEADSThe Black BeadThe Black Bead is your one-stop-shopfor beads. With beads coming in fromaround the world, a dazzling whirl-wind of color, shapes and stringsgreet you as you walk through thedoor. The Black Bead has an enor-mous selection of jewelry-makingsupplies and tools, with treasures ofall types waiting to be put to use. Ameander through the shop will getyour creative juices flowing, likelyresulting in a one-of-a-kind pieceyou’ll sure to be complimented on.
The Black Bead5003 Newport Ave.(619) 222-2115theblackbead.com
BEST PLACE TO BUY JEANSDream GirlsNestled in the heart of Ocean Beachat the west end of Newport Avenue,Dreamgirls is a quaint and attractivewomen’s clothing store and boutique.They have become the favorite placeto buy jeans among locals. The staff atDream Girls are passionate aboutwhat they do, and the store reflectstheir enthusiasm. This shop takespride in helping unravel the personal-ity of each customer in order to findwhat suits the individual best. Dream Girls Clothing5054 Newport Ave. (619) 223-4836
BIKE SHOPBernie’s Bicycle Shop The shop is still named after Bernie,but owners Roger and Yasuko Lovettand their staff know everything frominstalling forks on your mountainbike to respoking a wheel. Locals say
Best Woman’s ApparelThe ClosetThis locally owned and operated junior women’s boutique offers avariety of clothing, accessories, lingerie, shoes and luggage that arefriendly on the wallet -- and the store receives new arrivals everyweek. Staff are grateful for their loyal and amazing customers andemployees.
The Closet4878 Newport Ave., Ocean Beach
(619) 222-2999
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the prices are far and away the best,too, with ironclad guarantees on ser-vice. One guy says you’re a traitor ifyou don’t come to Bernie’s for yourbiking needs. That’s enough rightthere. Bernie’s Bicycle Shop 1911 Cable St. (619) 224-7084
CELLULAR PHONEUno WirelessThe staff at Uno Wireless can helpwith just about any of your cellphone needs. The shop specializes inno-contract phones and plans, cellphone repair and accessories, and isalso an authorized dealer forMetroPCS, H2O Wireless, PagePlusand many other carriers. Theyproudly offer less expensive, no-con-tract carrier alternatives for allmajor carriers, with financing avail-able, and can even help you planyour cellular-centric internationaltravel options as well. In addition,they serve as the only local/ neigh-borhood authorized payment centerfor San Diego Gas and Electric.Come see how Uno Wireless cansave you money on your cell phonebill today!
Uno Wireless1861 Bacon St.619.222.7333
COVENIENCE STORE (tie)OB Quik StopThe OB Quik Stop on Voltaire Streethas been a fixture in Ocean Beach formore than 30 years. And talk aboutconvenience. You’ll find everythingyou could ever need or want. Ofcourse, they have thousands of items
you’d expect. You’ll also find OB deli,Cafe Bella coffee and juice bar outfront and a full liquor department.Told ya they have everything. OB Quik Stop4984 Voltaire St. (619) 226-8559
Newport Quik Stop LiquorIf San Diego had a local currency,the fish taco would be it -- such isthe city’s love affair (nay, obsession)with the little types. They go espe-cially well with beer, so we’re told --and one visit to Newport Quik StopLiquor will prove it. The shop servesboth, see, along with all kinds ofMexican and American deli fare,wine, spirits and an array of well-priced sandwiches. One guy says thestore is “like the closet to the Narniaworld” -- we agree.Newport Quik Stop Liquor4921 Newport Ave. newportquikstopliquor.com(619) 223-3317
DISCOUNT STOREThrift Trader Newport Avenue has been home toThrift Trader for many years howev-er, they have retired the Ocean Beachlocation. The good news is you canstill find Thrift Trader’s outstandingcustomer service and great inventoryat their Pacific Beach location.
DIVE SHOPSpear ShackThe friendly service goes withoutsaying -- the extent of the gear stockdoes too. To boot, Spear Shack’sproprietor has been spearfishing forover 30 years off San Diego; whereelse can you go to get these kinds oftips for use of your new equipment?Spear Shack is where it's at -- defi-nitely check it out! The Spear Shack of Ocean Beach4810 Santa Monica Ave. (619) 226-2406
EYEWEARNewport Avenue Optometry Whether you think glasses are cool orjust something you need to see with,one thing you can be sure of is thequality service you’ll receive from Dr.Eli Ben-Moshe and staff. You’llchoose from scores of lenses andframes (including designer) in up-to-date styles and prices that won’t makeyou blush. Newport Avenue Optome-try is your trusted specialist for eyecare.Newport Avenue Optometry 4822 Newport Ave. (619) 222-0559 newportavenueoptometry.com
FASHION ACCESSORIESDream Girls(See listing under Best Place to BuyJeans)
BEST PLACE FOR CRAFTSClaytime CeramicsThis is such a fun place to relax andbe creative – for all ages! At ClaytimeCeramics you will find a fantasticselection of ceramic pieces, stamps,stencils and other tools, to help yourproject along. When you are finished
Where customer service is our #1 priority!
It has been an honor to serve thefine Community of Ocean Beachover the years. Thank you for yourSupport. Sincerely, from the bottom of my heart
-Bobby
4984 Voltaire, Ocean Beach • (619) 226-8559
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WINGS is the nation's best beachwear chain. From the finest beachapparel to souvenirs and accessories, WINGS is your one stop shoppingdestination for all you need to reach the beach. In addition to develop-ing and selling its own private label, WINGS has an in-house art depart-ment that is in touch with contemporary styles. WINGS is known for itstrend setting designs that are unmatched by the competition.
Wings Beachwear4948 Newport Ave.
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Wed–Sat 10:30-7pm · Sun 11-6pm5003 Newport Ave. • Ocean Beach
www.theblackbead.com (619)222-2115
Thanks for helping us “Bead”out thecompetition & voting us#1forBeads7 years in a row!Millions of Unique Beads
All Sizes & Colors • Huge Variety • Charms & PendantsMany Rare & Unusual Beads • Create your own unique gifts
Plus everything for the Beading Enthusiast including wire, clasps, chains, books and more.
SINCE 1993ALWAYS SOMETHING NEW & DIFFERENT
painting simply leave your piece withClaytime Ceramics and they will glazeand fire your masterpiece for you topick up a couple days later.Claytime Ceramics1863 Bacon St.(619) 223-6050claytimeceramics.com
FURNITURE STOREMallory’s New Furniture Turns out, the staff here knows a lotmore about new furniture than youdo. And they’re as generous with theirinformation as they are with theirprices and delivery schedules (orderbefore a certain hour and you can getyour stuff the same day). Seemseverybody’s taken a shine to theleather couches here. And look out forsome great deals on some qualitystuff. But don’t be lulled. This inven-tory goes way beyond that. Mallory’s New Furniture 4905 Newport Ave. (619) 226-0236
GIFT STOREWingsWINGS is the nation's best beachwearchain. From the finest beach apparelto souvenirs and accessories, WINGSis your one stop shopping destinationfor all you need to reach the beach. Inaddition to developing and selling itsown private label, WINGS has an in-house art department that is in touchwith contemporary styles. WINGS isknown for its trend setting designsthat are unmatched by the competi-tion.Wings Beachwear4948 Newport Ave.(619) 224-2165wingsbeachwear.com
GROCERY STORE Stump’s MarketWhether you need to make a whole-some dinner or just want a quicksnack, Stump’s Family Marketplacebetween Ocean Beach and PointLoma is the way to go. Stump’s haseverything from hot sandwiches andpotato salad to lobster, whole turkeysand Boar’s Head meats. With morethan 39 years of experience, the busi-ness has been thriving due to greatcustomer service, a wide variety ofproducts and competitive prices. Afresh deli, a catering service, homedelivery and an array of gourmetfoods and produce are but momentsaway.Stump’s Market3770 Voltaire St.(619) 226-9575stumpssandiego.com
GROCERY (specialty) Ocean Beach People’s Organic Food MarketSan Diego’s only customer-ownedgrocery store, People’s has been serv-ing the community since 1972. Peo-ple’s offers an extensive selection oforganic produce, grocery, dairy, bulkfoods and herbs as well as vitaminsand homeopathics, cruelty-free bodycare items and aromatherapy prod-ucts. There’s a full-service, award win-ning sit-down deli featuring a deli-cious selection of home-stylevegetarian and vegan entrees, salads,sandwiches, freshly prepared bakedgoods, desserts and more (like livemusic).OB People’s Organic Food Market4765 Voltaire St. (619) 224-1387obpeoplesfood.coop
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Newport Avenue OptometryWhether you think glasses are cool or justsomething you need to see with, one thing youcan be sure of is the quality service you’llreceive from Dr. Eli Ben-Moshe and staff.You’ll choose from scores of lenses and frames(including designer) in up-to-date styles andprices that won’t make you blush. NewportAvenue Optometry is your trusted specialistfor eye care.
Newport Avenue Optometry 4822 Newport Ave.
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GROCERY (multiple locations) Barons MarketBarons Market is your neighbor-hood market. They carry a terrificselection of organic, natural andspecialty food at rock bottom prices.Barons Market is passionate aboutvalue and enthusiastic about passinggreat deals on to you. No gimmicks.Simply good food. simply goodprices.
Barons Market of Point Loma4001 W. Point Loma Blvd. (619) 223-4397baronsmarket.com
HARDWARE/BUILDING SUPPLIESOcean Beach Paint & Hardware Seems like these guys know moreabout paint and hardware than thepeople who invented them. They spe-cialize in helping the local communi-ty. One cashier even had an answerfor the best type of lighting against acertain obscure grain of tile. Thatalone almost qualifies her as an interi-or decorator. The answers to theseand other pressing questions awaitwithin, not to mention an incrediblerange of supplies for do-it-yourselfers.After all, they’ve specialized in helping
locals with their hardware needs formore than 90 years!
HEALTH FOOD/NUTRITIONALOcean Beach People’s Organic Food Market(See listing under Best SpecialtyGrocery Store)
HOTEL/LODGING Inn at Sunset Cliffs Wake up to ocean sounds and spec-tacular views at the remodeled Inn atSunset Cliffs. You’ll enjoy the heatedpool, ocean-terrace views, SunsetCliffs walks or nearby attractions likeSeaWorld and Cabrillo Point. Its justminutes from the airport and down-town, and the quaint setting and vari-ety of amenities have made Inn atSunset Cliffs a favorite one-of-a-kindhotel on the Pacific. Now offering daypasses!
Inn at Sunset Cliffs1370 Sunset Cliffs Blvd.(619) 222-7901Innatsunsetcliffs.com
JEWELRY STOREGilmore Family Jewelers Loyalty is an especially fine quality,and our readers have it in buckets --we know this because Gilmore FamilyJewelers is their No. 1 choice amongjewelry shops even though the venue’smoved to Liberty Station. That putsthe readers a little ways away fromthe former Newport Avenue location,but this place’s selections and tradi-tions in town make it worth the drive.By appointment.
Gilmore Family Jewelers2675 Rosecrans St. (619) 225-1137gilmorefamiliyjewelers.com
PET STORE Bone Appetit Bone Appétit is one of those storesthat helps Ocean Beach retain itssmall town feel. For more than 10years it has been catering to the needsof The Peninsula’s pet lovers, and thattradition continues under new owner-ship. When Emily and Jeremy Hast-ings took over the store this January,they wanted to make sure that itremained the same place where your
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Best Smoke ShopThe Black Ask anyone in Ocean Beach and they’ll know The Black. It’s a tradition.This store has been in the same location for more than 40 years! You mayrecognize their slogan, “Out of the blue and into the black.” You’ll findeverything you could possibly desire for smoking needs. They have a funvariety of unusual gift ideas.
The Black5017 Newport Ave. (619) 222-5498
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Hair of the DogIf you are looking for a “corporate” experience – you’reat the wrong place. This tiny shop is filled with memo-rabelia. Gifts from clients over the years adorn thespace. It has the feel of an OB cottage. Our dogs andclients feel like they are visiting Grandma’s house!Robin McKinney makes every experience a happy onefor the dogs. Robin’s goal is to make them as happycoming in as whenthey leave! That’s the OB attitude foryou!
Hair of the Dog4783 Narrangansett Ave.
(619) 223-3080
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dog would drag you through the doorfor a free treat. With an emphasis onall natural foods, Bone Appétitremains the best place to stop in forall your pet supply needs. Shop small,shop local, shop Bone Appétit.
Bone Appetit O.B. Pet Supply 4845 Newport Ave. (619) 226-6250 boneappetit-ob.com
RESALE SHOPThrift Trader(See listing under Discount Store.)
SHOE STORELola LunaThe fun name rolls off your tongue asquickly as your foot can slip into oneof the store’s fantastic pairs of shoes.Its the boutique that sells clothing,vintage-style jewelry and accessoriesas well as shoes for any and all occa-sions. But then, you don’t really needa reason at all to purchase a new pairof high heels or sandals. On top ofthat, the accessories and a possiblenew outfit are all around, so all thosenew shoes can be properly outfitted atthe time of purchase. The sale pricesare a steal. It’s no wonder heels andtoes can’t resist slipping into the pret-ty shoes. Lola Luna4985 Newport Ave.(619) 222-6811
SKATE SHOPOcean Beach Surf &Skate Shop And here you thought OB Surf andSkate only sold surfboards and skate-boards. The fact is, they do. Butthere’s so much more inside the pack-age. Surf camps and clinics, adven-
ture tours and kayaking lessons arealso at your fingertips. Tell the peepsyour passion, and they’ll orchestrateaccordingly. Ocean Beach Surf & Skate 4940 Newport Ave.(619) 225-0674
SMOKE SHOPThe Black Ask anyone in Ocean Beach andthey’ll know The Black. It’s a tradi-tion. This store has been in the samelocation for more than 40 years! Youmay recognize their slogan, “Out ofthe blue and into the black.” You’llfind everything you could possiblydesire for smoking needs. They havea fun variety of unusual gift ideas. The Black5017 Newport Ave. (619) 222-5498
SPORTING GOODSSouth Coast Surf Shop (See listing under Men’s Apparel)
SURF SHOPSouth Coast Surf Shop (see listing under Best Men’s Apparel)
SWIMWEARSouth Coast Wahines‘Twas two nights before Chirstmas,and one smart shopper thoughtshe’d better try this place as a lastgift resort for cute female-type surfclothing -- now it’s become her go-toshop. The reasonable prices andgreat service will keep her comingback any time of the year. South Coast Wahines5037 Newport Ave.(619) 223-8808
Best InteriorDesignerEcoLux InteriorsSuzi O’Brien is an award-winning interior design-er who specializes in Sustainable Design. Herclients delight in her process, which helps themdiscover and express their own style. With this asa foundation, she created luxurious, functionalliving spaces, combining beauty and concern forthe environment. Her priority is use of environ-mentally friendly materials, nontoxic finishes, andfabrics, tile and other components. The result is ahealthy and productive home that brings joy toeveryday life.
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Best Grocery Stump’s MarketWhether you need to make a wholesome dinner orjust want a quick snack, Stump’s Family Market-place between Ocean Beach and Point Loma is theway to go. Stump’s has everything from hot sand-wiches and potato salad to lobster, whole turkeysand Boar’s Head meats. With more than 30 yearsof experience, the business has been thriving dueto great customer service, a wide variety of prod-ucts and competitive prices. A fresh deli, a cateringservice, home delivery and an array of gourmetfoods and produce are but moments away.
Stump’s Market3770 Voltaire St.(619) 226-9575
ACCOUNTINGAlways AccurateNo mistakes are key to good account-ing, and Always Accurate is just that.Accountant and Notary Public, StaceyThayer does year-round tax service,computerized bookkeeping and pay-roll services. She also prepares per-sonal, business and corporate taxreturns. If you don’t want to worryabout the money side of things, usingThayer really adds up.Always Accurate4869 Santa Monica Ave. (619) 225-9571alwaysaccurate.com
ALTERATIONSMinh AlterationsWe’ve all been there, your favoritejeans are suddenly too big or yourlittle black dress suddenly won’t zip— but you’re just not ready to throweither out. Instead of leaving it tragi-cally hanging in the back of yourcloset, take it down Minh Alter-ations. Minh has a quick turn-around, great pricing and amazingresults, which means your stylishitem will be fixed in a flash and backto wearable condition in no time.Minh Alterations4875 Voltaire St.(619) 223-2136
ARCHITECTHanna Gabriel WellsFrom civic to business to residential,this architectural firm will be able toassist you with any design need. Inits new location on Bacon Street, the
diverse team is still committed to acollaborative approach to your pro-ject. This firm believes in creatingstrong spatial relationships betweenstructure and location.Hanna Gabriel Wells1955 Bacon St.(619) 523-8485www.architects-hgw.com
ATTORNEY (tie)David SmedleyDavid Smedley has more than 30years’ expeirence in trusts -- andindeed, trust is what you’ll come awaywith when he’s in your court. He’sfirst rate among his colleagues andclients and, most important, ourReaderes Choice survey.David Smedley4817 Santa Monica Ave.(619) 223-1641www.sgg-law.com
Virgina WeberVirginia boasts an AV peer review rat-ing for her legal services — the highestpeer review available from Martin-dale-Hubbel. With a professionallegal resume dating back nearly 30years, Weber has reached the heightof professional excellence and is rec-ognized for having the highest level oflegal abilities. She specializes in pro-bate, estate planning, living wills,power of attorney, business law, con-tracts, leases, adoptions, trust man-agement and much more.
Virginia L. Weber, Inc.[Weber & Lenett, LLP]4817 Santa Monica Ave., #DPoint Loma(619) 222-5500
AUTO BODY REPAIR Ocean Beach Auto BodyHad a wreck or just sick of looking atall those door dings? Trustworthy anddependable, the guys here will getyour vehicle looking itself again in ashort time. From a smashed windowto a crunched bumper, it’s nice toknow there’s a shop in OB that getsthe job done for less than the otherguys. They keep car owners informedand aim for happy customers.
Ocean Beach Auto Body4856 Voltaire St. (619) 223-1232
AUTO PARTSAuto ZoneThe Ocean Beach Auto Zone franchisesits in a two-business strip mall(there’s a Laundromat next to it), soit’s a cinch it’s a tiny venue, right?Wrong. This place has a trove of auto-related items and the friendly staff toclue you into their uses. When itcomes to this franchise, size doesn’tmatter. Auto Zone1950 Cable St. (619) 223-2397
AUTO REPAIR Sunset GarageSunset Garage has been repairingautomobiles and trucks for San Diegosince 1931. Their reputation for deliv-ering dependable and honest autorepair service goes back a long wayand it is the reason they are THEGARAGE for so many long time OBresidents. They can address most carrepairs and maintenance needs.Sunset Garage1946 Bacon St.(619) 224-2929
BANK Union BankUnion Bank personal banking ser-vices are exclusively designed tomeet your financial needs, becausethey believe you deserve more fromyour banking experience. Conve-niently located, you’ll be in and outquickly. Need a little extra attention,no problem. They’ll bend over back-wards to help you with all yourbanking needs.Union Bank1858 Cable St.(619) 221-2816
CAR WASHOB Suds Car Wash, LLCThe coolest thing about this place’ssignage is that the “r” in “car” is inreverse. Well, wait. That’s the quain-test thing. The coolest thing is thatthis is a self-serve wash, so yourhandiwork is your own. And you’dbetter be good at this trade, what withall the sand and salt in the air.
OB Suds Car Wash, LLC5002 Voltaire St. (619) 997-3375
CARPET CLEANERAll American CarpetCleaningDid you hear about the guy from AllAmerican who went to a client’s houseon a Sunday, finished the job by Mon-day and saved the client more than$100 in the process? No punchline. Itreally happened. That’s how you getand keep customers (and how you winthis year’s Reader’s Choice Award). All American Carpet Cleaning 4836 Bermuda Ave.(619) 222-5326
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Best Childcare/DaycarePeninsula Family YMCA YMCAs throughout the county are committed to improving the qualityof people’s lives and helping them realize their true potential in spirit,mind, and body, and Peninsula Family Y is no exception. The neighbor-hood venue offers aquatics, fitness and youth programs and is commit-ted to strengthening relationships between children and parents throughits upcoming Y Adventure Guides program. The Peninsula FamilyYMCA recognizes the beauty, diversity and interdependence of all formsof life and helps the human family develop to its full potential in the pro-cess.
Peninsula Family YMCA 4390 Valeta St., Point Loma
(619) 226-8888www.peninsula.ymca.org
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Local Businesses Supporting Local Families
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CHILD CARE/DAYCARE Peninsula Family YMCA The Y is so much more than a gym.We touch the lives of nearly one outof every nine people in our commu-nity. From exercise to education,from basketball to volunteerism,from preschool to preventativehealth; The Y is proud to help ourneighbors learn, grow and thrive.
Peninsula Family YMCA 4390 Valeta St., Point Loma (619) 226-8888www.peninsula.ymca.org
CLEANINGTranquil Home PersonnelServiceTranquil Home specializes in LuxuryGreen Home Services. Due to ourholistic, environmentally responsibleapproach to home care, we only refercleaners who use eco-friendly, non-toxic organic products. This service toour clients helps enhance the positiveenergy flow of their spaces while min-imizing their carbon footprint. Ourreferred cleaners will provide a highlydetailed level of service which you cancustomize to suit your particularneeds. Tranquil Home refers cleanerswho can perform regular mainte-nance cleanings, vacancy cleanings,and vacation rental cleanings.
Tranquil Home 1889 Bacon St., Suite 8(858) 848-0881tranquilhome.net
COMPUTER REPAIRComputer Guy ServicesComputer Guy Services is a full-ser-vice computer repair shop and Inter-net cafe, offering hardware and soft-
ware repair, printing, virus/spywareremoval, data recovery, networkingand on-site services. You’re in luck!They service Windows PCs and AppleMacs and specialize in both laptopcomputer repair, desktop computerrepair and service HP, Dell, Toshiba,Sony Vaio, Gateway, Compaq, Fujit-su, Acer, Lenovo, Apple and more.The store’s experts will let you knowif it’s worth it to repair your comput-er. In most cases, they will get yourcomputer running as fast or evenfaster than it was when it was new.Skilled technicians and fast serviceguaranteed.Computer Guy Services4870 Santa Monica Ave.(619) 222-8324compguyservices.com
CONTRACTORVictor Lund General ContactorLund specializes in coastal renova-tions locally and throughout SanDiego. However, he and his team ofhighly-skilled workers will take onany size task, from small rooms togentrification projects. Lund uses in-house carpentry crews, which givesthe company greater control overquality of work and scheduling. Amember of the Point Loma commu-nity, Lund has 33 years of experi-ence in the construction industry.Victor Lund General ContactorP.O. Box 7050, San Diego, CA, 92167(619) 224.1498
DOG GROOMINGHair of the DogIf you are looking for a “corporate”experience – you’re at the wrongplace. This tiny shop is filled with
memorabelia. Gifts from clients overthe years adorn the space. It has thefeel of an OB cottage. Our dogs andclients feel like they are visitingGrandma’s house! Robin McKinneymakes every experience a happy onefor the dogs. Robin’s goal is to makethem as happy coming in as when-they leave! That’s the OB attitude foryou!Hair of the Dog4783 Narrangansett Ave.(619) 223-3080
DOG WASHDog Beach Dog WashJust two blocks from Dog Beach, DogBeach Dog Wash has been open since1993 and is numero uno in the eye’sof local pet owners. This premier self-serve dog wash has lots of service andaccessories and is open 7 days a week,
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Greetings and Gratitude to myOB/PL Community for voting us BEST INTERIOR DESIGNER
Best Specialty Grocery Ocean Beach People’s Organic Food MarketSan Diego’s only customer-owned grocery store, People’shas been serving the community since 1972. People’s offersan extensive selection of organic produce, grocery, dairy,bulk foods and herbs as well as vitamins and homeopathics,cruelty-free body care items and aromatherapy products.There’s a full-service, award winning sit-down deli featur-ing a delicious selection of home-style vegetarian and veganentrees, salads, sandwiches, freshly prepared baked goods,desserts and more (like live music).
OB People’s Organic Food Market4765 Voltaire St. (619) 224-1387
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7 a.m. to 9 p.m. There are several tubsavailable, so you don’t need to wait.Shampoo and towels are included inthe fee. When the bath is done, youdry off, give the dog a treat and you’regood to go. Dog Beach Dog Wash4933 Voltaire St.(619) 523-1700 dogwash.com
DRY CLEANERS (tie)Embassy Dry CleanersClean, pressed clothing is the name ofthe game at this neighborhood drycleaners. Each customer receives per-sonal service from the family-ownedand family-operated facility. You caneven be lazy because it has a drive-upwindow. Fresh, clean clothes will keepyou coming back every time.
Point Loma Cleaners & LaundryA lady from L.A. had an experiencehere sometime ago that she wishedhad been better — but Ari, the owner,wasn’t going to let it slide, eventhough the customer lived on anotherplanet. He made everything right,explaining that he was making
changes that would make everybody’sexperience here ideal. His shop’s justbeen voted one of the two best in itsfield, so we guess you know what hap-pened. Point Loma Cleaners1801 Sunset Cliffs Blvd.Point Loma, Ocean Beachpointlomacleaners.com(619) 226-0069
ELECTRICIANZED Electric Zed Electric has been serving the areacontinuously since 1995. They spe-cialize in residential and commercialservice work — repairs, modificationsand maintenance for electrical sys-tems of existing structures. Not onlyare they experts in caring for olderhomes but they can also work onnewer homes and businesses too!With a fleet of fully stocked servicetrucks and a staff of experienced, statecertified technicians, you can be con-fident Zed Electric will perform toyour satisfaction. Zed Electric 2158 Catalina Blvd., Ocean Beach (619) 224-2748zedelectric.com
FLORISTThistle Don’t confuse Thistle with the old
San Diego Bay Flower Company.The name has changed, but the sameservice -- like made-to-order bou-quets, hand-delivered products andattention to detail -- are exactly thesame. Wedding and bridal arrange-ments are a staple here as well; andnow, there’s an outdoor garden areafor your edification and pleasure.
Thistle4822 Santa Monica Ave.(619) 222-5400
FLOORINGBell TileBell Tile offers something a little dif-ferent than the usual tile distributor-ship. Bell is actually a contractingfirm, which means it offers expertadvice on the work involved and thetype of material you plan to use inyour next beautification project.Leave the heavy lifting to the expertsat Bell Tile. You’ll be glad you did. Bell Tile3268 Rosecrans St.(619) 222-1315
FRAMINGJohn Baker Picture FramesArt frames and more art frames arethe name of the game at this shop.While amazing ocean views aren’t farfrom the front door of John Baker’s,the best views will be when the cus-tom framing of your artwork or pho-tography is complete. On that day,you’ll take home your own master-piece.John Baker Picture Frames4735 Point Loma Ave.(619) 223-5313
HANDYMANFredz Handyman ServiceThere are some things in life you justcan’t (or perhaps shouldn’t) do your-self. So, if you’re not a DYI type, youcan trust Fredz Handyman Service toget it done. Fredz provides profes-sional handyman services like plumb-ing repairs and home improvementsat a price that won’t break the bank.
INSURANCE AGENTMatt Kalla Insurance Agency State Farm started selling insuranceabout 88 years ago. Matt Kalla hasn’tbeen with the company quite thatlong, but he’s old enough to knowhow to help protect your family in themanner you deserve. In recessionarytimes like these, Matt can be your bestfriend. State Farm Insurance 4148 Voltaire Ave. (619) 223-1629 mattkalla.com
INTERIOR DESIGNEREcoLux InteriorsSuzi O’Brien is an award-winninginterior designer who specializes inSustainable Design. Her clientsdelight in her process, which helpsthem discover and express their ownstyle. With this as a foundation, shecreated luxurious, functional livingspaces, combining beauty and con-cern for the environment. Her priorityis use of environmentally friendlymaterials, nontoxic finishes, and fab-rics, tile and other components. Theresult is a healthy and productivehome that brings joy to everyday life.
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Best ElectricianZED Electric Zed Electric has been serving the area continuously since 1995. They spe-cialize in residential and commercial service work — repairs, modifica-tions and maintenance for electrical systems of existing structures. Notonly are they experts in caring for older homes but they can also work onnewer homes and businesses too! With a fleet of fully stocked servicetrucks and a staff of experienced, state certified technicians, you can beconfident Zed Electric will perform to your satisfaction.
Zed Electric 2158 Catalina Blvd., Ocean Beach
(619) 224-2748zedelectric.com
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THANK YOU OB FOR VOTINGUS BEST HARDWARE STORE!
We’re Proud to be one of Ocean Beach’soldest ongoing Businesses - Serving the
community for over 97 years!
Your Local Independent Hardware Store
EcoLux Interiors(619) 964-7716EcoLuxInteriors.com
LANDSCAPING (tie)Coastal Sage Gardening Coastal Sage is more than a gardeningcenter. It’s a highly responsible stew-ard of our global village. It specializesin drought-tolerant and native land-scapes and is experienced in the cre-ation of all garden environments.Custom design, installation, mainte-nance, irrigation, repair, labor, con-sultation, the works. It’s all here. Theshop even offers language instructionand a botany class for kids. Cool, huh?Coastal Sage Gardening 3685 Voltaire St.(619) 223-5229coastalsage.s5.com
Occidental Landscape, Inc.With more than two decades of expe-rience serving San Diego residentsand businesses, Occidental createsoutdoor living spaces that will com-plement your family’s lifestyle. Theirservices include irrigation, lighting,drainage issues, ornamental pruning,water features, masonry work, arborsand much more! If you can dream itup, Occidental can make it a reality.Occidental Landscape Inc.2775 Kurtz St., Point Loma(619) 298-4450
LOCKSMITHPoint Loma LocksTake it from one customer, who wascharged less than $2 for a copy of akey the locksmith forged in less than10 seconds: This place is hands downthe best at what it does. And lock-smithing is no easy science, either -- itdepends on absolutely exact mathe-matics and lathery to make it work.You could do a lot worse for $2. Point Loma Locks 4234 Voltaire St.(619) 224-7947
MORTGAGE BROKERMark Chrisman CMG FinancialVoted the No. 1 Mortgage Agent onthe Peninsula six years running, Markhas a proven track record of providingexcellent service to homebuyers,homeowners, and real estate agentsMark has helped many Point Lomaand Ocean Beach residents buy theirfirst home and purchase rental prop-erties. His focus is the Peninsula, buthe can also help purchase or refinanceall over California and in many other
states. As the designated 92106 and92107 Homes for Heroes mortgagerepresentative, Mark donates a por-tion of his commissions back to localheroes including veterans, lawenforcement officers, firefighters,teachers, and medical professionals.He enjoys spending time in the oceanor at the mountains with his wife andtwo children. Mark is also presidentof the Point Loma Business Club anda board member of the PeninsulaYMCA.
NEWSPAPERPeninsula BeaconIndependently owned and operated,the Peninsula Beacon has been deliv-ering award winning local news to thePeninsula for more than 30 years.Delivered door-to-door to homes andbusinesses and high traffic locations,you can count on this locally ownedcommunity newspaper to provide youwith an independent voice to bringyou news you can use.
Peninsula Beacon1621 Grand Ave., Ste. C, Pacific Beach858-270-3103
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PAINTERBaylor’s BrushIn addition to their painting exper-tise, the technicians at Baylor’s Brushwork with simply the greatest acces-sories and resources in the market,because they know that the beauty ofa home can be enhanced substantiallywith house and room addition opera-tions. Their know-how on basementwall and basement wall framingensures the best-looking homes. Baylor’s Brush3960 W. Point Loma Blvd.619-224-9713buildzoom.com
PET HOSPITAL/VET Sunset Cliffs Animal HospitalAmid practices like non-anestheticdental care, online prescription refills,snap diagnostics and three examrooms, Sunset Cliffs Animal Hospitalis a wonderful community resource,equally attuned to your pet and theneighborhood it serves. Anotherexciting things about Sunset CliffsAnimal Hospital is that all the veteri-
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Best Hotel/LodgingInn at Sunset Cliffs Wake up to ocean sounds and spectacular views at the remodeled Innat Sunset Cliffs. You’ll enjoy the heated pool, ocean-terrace views,Sunset Cliffs walks or nearby attractions like SeaWorld and CabrilloPoint. Its just minutes from the airport and downtown, and the quaintsetting and variety of amenities have made Inn at Sunset Cliffs afavorite one-of-a-kind hotel on the Pacific.
Inn at Sunset Cliffs1370 Sunset Cliffs Blvd.
(619) 222-7901Innatsunsetcliffs.com
Best Insurance AgentMatt Kalla Insurance Agency State Farm started selling insurance about 88 years ago.Matt Kalla hasn’t been with the company quite that long,but he’s old enough to know how to help protect your fam-ily in the manner you deserve. In recessionary times likethese, Matt can be your best friend.
State Farm Insurance 4148 Voltaire Ave.
(619) 223-1629 mattkalla.com
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nary care will be provided in an envi-ronmentally friendly, “green” build-ing. There’s a peace of mind in suchan approach.Sunset Cliffs Animal Hospital4862 Santa Monica Ave. (619) 224-0773
PET SITTING (tie)Wags ‘n’ WhiskersJoey, for whom Wags ’n’ Whiskershas been caring forever, is reportedlya great guard dog -- such is the resultof the attention this place gives yourpet. Dog walking, overnight stays,transportation and plenty more:Wags’n’ Whiskers has it in hand. Ifyou don’t believe us, ask Joey. Wags ’n’ Whiskers Loving Pet Care(619) 226-7387
Lyn’s Loving Pet Sitting“We don’t just take them out,” thefolks at Lyn’s declare; “we tire themout!” And that’s a good thing -- a tiredpet, after all, is a happy pet, secure inthe knowledge that its human com-panion likes to play with Frisbees andyarn too. Lyn’s is experienced,insured and reliable, and the coolesthings is that the sitters work withoutcages. Lyn’s Loving Pet Sitting(619) 944-1740lynslovingpetsitting.com
PHOTOGRAPHERTim Haugh PhotographySpecializing in weddings, Tim trustedamong locals for capturing their spe-cial events. One look at his website,you see why he is first choice for cap-turing the moment.Tim Haugh Photography5019 Newport Ave.(619) 223-2306timhaughphotography.com
PLUMBERDover Plumbing &Heating Plumbing and heating stuff is a choreat the least and, at best, an annoy-ance. After all, you bought your house— the largest investment you’ll evermake — so you could enjoy it, right?
Let the peeps at Dover help. There’slots to this labor intensive kind ofwork, after all, and Dover is your bestchoice to take it on. Dover Plumbing & Heating 4870 Voltaire St. (619) 223-8832
PRINTERBK Printing There’s normally quite a price tag onthat four color print job the boss hasyou farm out. So next time, take it toBK Printing and impress him withyour cost effectiveness skills. BK canhelp with jobs of all sizes, sell youbusiness cards, print posters and fly-ers to boot!
BK Printing5059 Newport Ave.(619) 225-1041bkprinting.com
ROOFINGSmith RoofingQuality and integrity has made SmithRoofing No. 1 in roofing! They’vebeen providing outstanding work-manship and upgraded materials toclients for more than 14 years. Bestroofs, best price, honesty and integrityhas earned them a reputation theycan be proud of. They will alwaysexceed your expectations. Smith Roofing4211 Whittier St., Point Loma(619) 224-7663
SHIPPING/PACKING Ocean Beach BusinessCenterDon’t let carry on fees and heavy lug-gage ruin your vacation! The staff atthe OB Business Center will take greatcare of your priceless finds; fragileantiques, delicate artwork, or bulkycollectibles…it’s all good! The OBBusiness Center features a built inprint center, complete with wi-fi, copyand fax services – even a notary pub-lic. If you need to take care of busi-ness while away from your home oroffice, don’t stress, you can get it alldone here. The Lazy HummingbirdCoffee and Teahouse is right inside,getting business done will be another
vacation pleasure.Ocean Beach Business Center4876 Santa Monica Ave.(619) 222-4876 obbusinesscenter
TREE SERVICEAtlas Tree ServiceYou can expect professionalism, per-sonal service, and quality workman-ship with each job Atlas does. Theyprovide the highest quality tree careusing the most efficient, environmen-tally friendly methods available andcomplete each job on time aspromised. There’s no gimmicks orrun arounds. You can always expectservice and knowledge that will meetand exceed your expectations.
Atlas Tree Service(619) 463-1707
WEB DESIGN12 Birds12 Birds is San Diego's leading com-pany for creative and technical ser-vices regarding website design, videoproduction and application develop-ment. Have a new project or ques-tion? Give them a call at (334) 319-1060 or find them on the web.12 Birds(619) 929-076212birds.com
WINDOW CLEANINGBlue Ocean Window CleaningThe premier window cleaning compa-nies in San Diego because of theircommitment to excellence and thefact that they consistently standbehind their product. They deliver avariety of window cleaning and win-dow related services to your home orbusiness and consistently get 5 starratings whether it’s from the BBB orother site that allows ratings to bemade. Shine on!Blue Ocean Window Cleaning1160 Savoy St.(619) 450-6553blueoceanwindowcleaning.com
ACUPUNCTUREBeach CommunityAcupunctureAcupuncture offers more than juststress relief, as the name suggests.And at Beach Community Acupunc-ture, all the benefits are available fora paltry $20 a visit. And his is nodiscount house. This is affordable,skilled, individualized medical treat-ment for concerning health condi-tions -- and it’s also experienced tosay the least, as the personnel haveperformed 50,000 treatments since2009.
Beach Community Acupuncture1024 Rosecrans St., Point Loma(619) 224-2442beachacu.com
ALTERNATIVE HOLISTIC HEALTH Bountiful HerbsYou may know this place under a dif-ferent name, but what’s in a name?This place has just about any herb toget you can imagine. The walls arecovered in the different types of herbs
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Best Dentist Michele Yamada, DDS Dr. Michele Yamada and the team at Ocean Dental Care provide themost up-to-date dental techniques while using a caring, understand-ing approach in a peaceful environment. Imparting the ideals of fun,friendship and teamwork to patients is also of the utmost importance.New patients are always invited to discover the wonderful treatmentoptions offered.
Michele Yamada, DDS 1802 Cable St., Ocean Beach
(619) 223-3423oceandentalcare.net
HEALTH, FITNESS &BEAUTY SERVICES
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Call us or go to our website for $10 Celebration Specials for March.
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Thank you PL & OB for your years of support.We look forward to many more years of serving the community’s health needs.
and highly organized for your conve-nience. The organization is key, sincethe shop sells herbs for every type ofsituation. You’ll definitely find whatyou’re looking for.
Bountiful Herbs4958 Newport Ave. (619) 677-2739
CHIROPRACTORBalanced Bear Chiropractic StudioChiropractic is a science, a philosophyand an art. Because the nervous sys-tem is the master control of the entirebody, chiropractic adjustments aremade to the spine to free up the ner-vous system so it can perform opti-mally. When the nervous system isworking at its best, muscles relax,joints move freely, your immune sys-tem, metabolism, brain, and rest ofthe body work better. Balanced Bear,therefore, would seem to be a no-brainer. Balanced Bear Chiropractic Studio4966 Santa Monica Ave., Suite H(619) 567-7005thebalancedbear.com
DAY SPA Therapie Day SpaTherapie Day Spa & Boutique is aholistic day spa that offers massages,facials, waxing, microdermabrasionand even a special “men’s menu.”Each therapist is trained in a widearray of modern and traditionaltechniques and is dedicated to creat-ing an experience that is uniquelyyours.
Therapie Day Spa & Boutique4985 Voltaire St., Ocean Beach(619) 780-8700
DENTIST Michele Yamada, DDS Dr. Michele Yamada and the team atOcean Dental Care provide the mostup-to-date dental techniques whileusing a caring, understandingapproach in a peaceful environment.Imparting the ideals of fun, friendshipand teamwork to patients is also ofthe utmost importance. New patientsare always invited to discover thewonderful treatment options offered.
DOCTOR Noli A. Cava, MDWidely respected internist Dr. NoliCava and his staff are known for theirattention. They mean it when they sayyou’re in control, and they take greatpride in having established a notedneighborhood family practice. Part ofits success involves making time forlast-minute appoiintments whereverpossible -- meanwhile, these peoplemake you feel like family whether ornot your concern is an emergency.How refreshing it that?
Noli A. Cava, MD1808 Cable St.(619) 221-4490drnolicavamd.com
ESTHETICIANJen Scott -Therapie Day SpaThere’s something weird about theword “microdermabrasion” -- itsounds like an attack by some way-ward cell on its way to your brain. Ofcourse, it’s nothing of the sort -- and
esthetician Jen Scott, at Therapie DaySpa, wants to explain the procedureto you. Scott’s expertise goes a lot far-ther than ironing out that big scaryword for you; peels, brow waxes andmore are all part of her service pack-age, and she’d love to meet youaccordingly.
Therapie Day Spa4985 Voltaire St.(619) 780-8700therapiedayspa.com
HAIR SALON (tie)Sweet SalonThis place isn’t just a hair salon. It’san art gallery too, meaning you canlook at works of art while you’re in theprocess of becoming one yourself.MaryBeth is reported a total rock starat hair design, having done it forabout 100 years. Sweet’s stylists, ser-
vices, products and more are but aphone call or a visit away. Sweet Salon 1855 Bacon St. (619) 758-1823 viewmenu.com
Details SalonSpaSince they opened in 1990, DetailsSalonSpa has been committed toexceeding their clients’ expectations.How? By using the best organic hairand skin care products by Aveda. Byhiring expert stylists who are in touchwith the latest trends, and by servingyou in a nurturing environment thatwill leave you feeling rejuvenated.That explains why they are the Read-ers Choice. Details SalonSpa 4993 Niagara Ave.(619) 222-6777detailssalonspa.com
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4735 Santa Cruz Ave. 619-225-0344 [email protected] • MGRpreschool.com
We’re thrilled to be Voted one of your favorite Preschools again!
Best Pet Hospital/Vet Sunset Cliffs Animal HospitalAmid practices like non-anesthetic dental care, online prescriptionrefills, snap diagnostics and three exam rooms, Sunset Cliffs AnimalHospital is a wonderful community resource, equally attuned to your petand the neighborhood it serves. Another exciting things about SunsetCliffs Animal Hospital is that all the veterinary care will be provided inan environmentally friendly, “green” building. There’s a peace of mindin such an approach.
Sunset Cliffs Animal Hospital4862 Santa Monica Ave.
(619) 224-0773
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HERB SHOPIn Harmony Herbs & SpicesWe didn’t even know there were morethan 400 medicinal herbs, spices andbeverage teas on the planet, much lessthat In Harmony carries them all. Notonly that, this place stocks a fair col-lection of books, dealing with topicsfrom pet care to men’s health. That’s atough row to hoe for one shop, butrest assured that In Harmony has theexperience and savvy to hoe it.
In Harmony Herbs & Spices 1862 1/2 Bacon St.(619) 223-8051inharmonyherbs.com
HEALTH CLUB/GYM Peninsula Family YMCA YMCAs throughout the county arecommitted to improving the qualityof people’s lives and helping themrealize their true potential in spirit,mind, and body, and PeninsulaFamily Y is no exception. The Y is somuch more than a gym. It touchesthe lives of nearly one out of everynine people in our community. Fromexercise to education, from basket-ball to volunteerism, from preschoolto preventive health, the Y is proudto help its neighbors learn, grow and
thrive.
Peninsula Family YMCA 4390 Valeta St., Point Loma (619) 226-8888peninsula.ymca.org
MARTIAL ARTSSetting Sun Mixed Martial Arts Setting Sun Mixed Martial Arts isthe only dojo that: teaches 3 martialarts (karate, judo and jujitsu); does-n’t require expensive enrollment feesand long contracts; and that has thelowest monthly fees in PointLoma/Ocean Beach. We also nowprovide the ”Ultimate in Self-Defense Training” for adults thatwant to learn self-defense but notspend years training in martial arts.The classes focus on defending your-self or a loved one against an attack-er armed with a handgun, knife, rifleor blunt force weapon such as apipe, club or bat, as well as theessentials of hand-to-hand combat,ground-fighting and rape-preven-tion. Thank you Point Loma/ OceanBeach.
Setting Sun Mixed Martial Arts 4993 Niagara Ave. #109 (619) 223-8827
MASSAGE (tie)Therapie Day Spa(see entry under Best Day Spa)
NAIL SALONOB NailsFriendly service and great prices hasearned OB Nails a name for itself.Manicures, pedicures, you’ll find allthe latest trends. There’s tons of col-ors to choose from (always a plus atany nail salon) and the attention todetail and the amount of care eachtechnician provides puts this placeabove the rest. OB Nails will defi-nitely give you the best service forthe best price!
OB Nails4796 Niagara Ave.(619) 224-7047
OPTOMETRIST Eli Ben-Moshe, OD Newport Optometry(see listing under Best Eyeware)
PERSONAL TRAINERNatalie Gibbons - Private GymNatalie Gibbons is so effervescentthat the bubbles almost float heraway. That’s why you’d better hurryand make an appointment with thiswonderful personal trainer and herhighlyl successful training methods -- she may just take off at a moment’snotice.
PHARMACYCVS PharmacyIn about seven seconds, CVS grewfrom nothing to become the secondlargest pharmacy chain in the coun-try, behind Walgreens. Its goal is tohelp people lead healthier lives andits online pharmacy and immuniza-tions programs are just two ways itdoes that. It may be headquarteredin Rhode Island, but its effect is leftall the way to Ocean Beach.
CVS Pharmacy4949 Santa Monica Ave.(619) 222-1457
PIERCINGApogee Body Piercing With the growth of the body-modifi-cation industry, it seems everybodyoffers body piercing. Well, Apogee ispurely a piercing studio that viewsits profession as an art form. Aspiercing specialists, the staff isfocused on providing patrons withthe experience and information tomake an educated decision on howto change their bodies. They willcounsel you about how to get thebest results and look you’re after.
Apogee Body Piercing 4944-B Newport Ave. (619) 223-1771apogeepiercing.com
PILATESSunset Cliffs PilatesYou will find a beautiful pilates stu-dio conveniently located 1 blockfrom the ocean. They offer privateand semi-private sessions, with dailySpin and Pilates Mat Classes, includ-ing classes in Reformer, Cadillac/Trapeze, Wunda Chair and SpineCorrector Equipment. Their friendly
Best FramingJohn Baker Picture FramesArt frames and more art frames are the name of the game at this shop. Whileamazing ocean views aren’t far from the front door of John Baker’s, the bestviews will be when the custom framing of your artwork or photography iscomplete. On that day, you’ll take home your own masterpiece.
John Baker Picture Frames4735 Point Loma Ave.
(619) 223-5313
1785 Sunset Cliffs Blvd(corner of Sunset Cliffs and Narragansett Ave.)
www.boneappetitob.com (619) 226-6250
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P. Scott McMahan, D.D.S.General Dentistry
Serving Ocean Beach & Point Loma for 30 Years
619.223.16011829 Sunset Cliffs Blvd. Ocean Beach
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fitness studio staff of experiencedand certified instructors will assistyou in achieving your personalhealth and fitness goals.
Sunset Cliffs Pilates4720 Point Loma Ave.(619) 224-3309sunsetcliffspilates.com
STYLIST Elaine Dill One person who knows her bestsays Elaine Dill displayed an awe-some sense of style and beauty asearly as age 16. She adds that SanDiego’s lucky to have Elaine andthat some other metropolis like L.A.or New York didn’t swallow her up.Dill’s very select group of stylistsand colorists have the educationand experience to please everyclient seeking anything from a col-oring to a blow-dry -- and it doesn’tstop there, as the shop makes wax-ing, pedicures and hot stone mas-sages available.Elaine Dill has beenhair dresser to the Stars ,havingworked on Emmy and Oscar Awardwinning features. Her team recentlywon the L.A.48 hour film projectworld competition.
Elaine Dill Studio for Hair3657 Voltaire St., Ocean Beach(619) 222-3455
TATTOO Ace TatooAce Tatoo, originally called PainlessNeil’s, has been around San Diegosince 1947! They have tatooed peo-
ple from all branches of the mili-tary from as early as WWII. Manywell known artists such as ZekeOwens, Ed Hardy, Mikee “Rollo”Malone, Ron Howell and manyothers got their start at Ace. GaryHoag-Corio, Dominick and LynseyHoag currently own and operatethe shop. Cover-ups, free-handing,fine-line, traditionals style andnew school are all available in aclean, relaxed atmosphere. Theylove what they do, and treat youlike family.
YOGA FACILITY Happy U NamasteHAPPY-U stands for a holisticapproach to positive psychologyand yoga, and integrates the rela-tively new field of positive psychol-ogy (happiness) and the ancientteachings of yoga (bliss). On Jan-uary 1st, 2013, Happy-U acquiredNamasté Yoga Center in OceanBeach (which had been serving thecommunity since 2005) and hasblossomed into a holistic yoga andcoaching center guiding peopletoward a happier, healthierapproach to life, both on the matand off.
Happy-U Namaste4893 Voltaire St #B.(619) 550-6138happyunamaste.com
Best StylistElaine DillOne person who knows her bestsays Elaine Dill displayed anawesome sense of style andbeauty as early as age 16. Sheadds that San Diego’s lucky tohave Elaine and that some othermetropolis like L.A. or NewYork didn’t swallow her up.Dill’s very select group ofstylists and colorists have theeducation and experience toplease every client seeking any-thing from a coloring to a blow-dry -- and it doesn’t stop there,as the shop makes waxing, pedi-cures and hot stone massagesavailable.Elaine Dill has beenhair dresser to the Stars ,hav-ing worked on Emmy and OscarAward winning features. Herteam recently won the L.A.48hour film project world compe-tition.
Elaine Dill Studio for Hair3657 Voltaire St., Ocean Beach
(619) 222-3455
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Ocean Beach Tire Center & Auto RepairThanks for choosing us a Reader’s Choice for:
Auto RepairWe’re here to stay! We appreciate your business!
(619) 758-76634893 Newport Ave. • Ocean Beach
DOG BEACH DOG WASH4933 Voltaire Street, Ocean Beach
619-523-1700 • www.dogwash.comHOURS: 7am to 9pm, 7 days a week
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ED BOEHLER (619) 224-9713
I would like to thank all of my clients I have worked with since1984. It’s a real privilege to spend most of my time workingnear the coast in O.B. and Point Loma. My business hasalways been personal with my clients as I do all my ownwork. Thank you O.B. and Point Loma for making me a partof your community!
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