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Readers Choice 2018

There is perhaps no higher honor attainable in a community than to be considered and found exemplary by your peers and neighbors. Here are the businesses and leaders that you, our readers, found to be worthy of such a designation.

Food & Drink | Local Personalities | Out & About | Shops & Services | Professionals | Live Well | Recreation

Food & Drink

Place to Take the Grandkids

Mancy’s Ideal
5333 Monroe St | 419-841-0066 | mancys.commancy-ideal-glorified-burger

Sometimes tradition can’t be beat, and this retro-inspired Mancy’s restaurant is the perfect place to give your grandkids a glimpse into Toledo’s history. Now a Toledo staple, the Mancy family first asserted themselves as a local culinary dynasty nearly 100 years ago when cousins Nikolas Graham and Gus Mancy opened their first restaurant, “The Ideal,” in 1921 in West Toledo. Now Mancy’s Steakhouse, the concept for that original Phillips Avenue restaurant has been revived on Monroe Street, in the former Revolution Grill location. Find throwbacks to the original eatery and dishes equally inspired by tradition and contemporary cuisine at the family’s fifth Toledo restaurant.

RUNNER-UP: Glendale Garden Cafe

Breakfast/Lunch

#1: Glendale Garden Cafe
2521 Glendale Ave | 419-382-1011 | ggardencafe.com
RUNNER-UP: Mayberry Diner

Dinner

#1: Rosie’s Italian Grille
606 N McCord Rd | 419-866-5007 | rosiesitaliangrille.com
RUNNER-UP: Inky’s Italian Food

Specials

#1: Mancy’s Steakhouse
953 Phillips Ave | 419-476-4154 | mancys.com
RUNNER-UP: Sidon Lebanese Grille & Bakery

Cocktail Spot

#1: Barr’s Public House
3355 Briarfield Blvd, Maumee | 419-866-8466 | barrspublichouse.com
RUNNER-UP: Shawn’s Irish Tavern

Buffet

#1: Epic Buffet at Hollywood Casino
1968 Miami St | 877-777-9579 | hollywoodcasinotoledo.com
RUNNER-UP: Brandywine Country Club Sunday Brunch Buffet

Local Personalities

TV Station

#1: WTVG-TV, Channel 13
RUNNER-UP: WTOL-TV, Channel 11

Radio Personality

#1: Gary Shores
K100 Country/WKKO-FM/Cumulus Media
RUNNER-UP: Fred LeFebvre, 1370 WSPD

Radio Station

#1: K100 Country/WKKO-FM/Cumulus Media
RUNNER-UP: Q 1055/WQQO-FM/Cumulus Media

Politician

#1: Representative Marcy Kaptur (D-OH9)
RUNNER-UP: Mayor Wade Kapszukiewicz

Music

#1: Jean Holden | Jean Holden’s Studio of Vocal Expression
2916 Collingwood Blvd | 419-255-4520 | facebook.com/JeanHoldenVocalStudio
RUNNER-UP: Fish Fisher

Newscaster

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For almost 40 years, longtime TV anchor Jerry Anderson served as one of Toledo’s favorite local newsman. Since he first joined the local TV news in 1980, Anderson has been involved in the community both on and off the air. Although Anderson retired in June, we join our readers in recognizing the veteran broadcast journalist’s steady, strong and stable presence in Toledo.

RUNNER-UP: Jeff Smith

Out & About

419 Treasure

#1: Toledo Museum of Art
2445 Monroe St | 419-255-8000 | toledomuseum.org
RUNNER-UP: Toledo Zoo

Library

#1: Way Public Library
101 E Indiana Ave, Perrysburg | 419-874-3135 | waylibrary.info
RUNNER-UP: King Road Branch Library, Sylvania

Senior Center

#1: Margaret Hunt Senior Center
2121 Garden Lake Dr | 419-385-2595 | mlhunt.weconnect.com
RUNNER-UP: Sylvania Senior Center

City for Over 50

#1: Perrysburg
RUNNER-UP: Sylvania

Get Around

#1: Toledo Area Regional Transit Authority(TARTA)
RUNNER-UP: Uber

Local Travel Destination

#1: Sauder Village
22611 OH-2, Archbold | 800-590-9755 | saudervillage.org
RUNNER-UP: Grand Rapids, OH

Casino

#1: Hollywood Casino Toledo
1968 Miami St | 419-661-5200 | hollywoodcasinotoledo.com
RUNNER-UP: Firekeepers Casino Hotel

Service Club

#1: Rotary Club of Toledo
101 N Summit St | 419-241-7060 | toledorotary.org
RUNNER-UP: Exchange Club of Perrysburg

Leisure Time

#1: Toledo Metroparks | metroparkstoledo.com
RUNNER-UP: Maumee Bay State Park

Continuing Education

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6832 Convent Blvd, Sylvania | 419-824-3707 | lourdes.edu/lifelong

We never stop learning, but some people are more interested than others in actively pursuing new knowledge. The intellectually hungry can satisfy their cravings in the Lourdes Lifelong Learning Program. Whether you want to take an educational field trip with new friends, get creative in a photography workshop, talk about cooking shows, or attend a lecture about history, the adult education program at Lourdes University has you covered. Membership is optional, but provides discounts on classes, trips, and events, plus free admission to monthly lectures.

RUNNER-UP: University of Toledo

Over 50 Event

#1: Senior Discovery Days, Toledo Zoo
2 Hippo Way | 419-385-4040 | legacy.toledozoo.org/seniors
RUNNER-UP: Senior Expo Spring Fling, Tam-O-Shanter

Spot to Volunteer

#1: Cherry Street Mission Ministries
105 17th St | 419-242-5141 | cherrystreetmission.org
RUNNER-UP: Mercy Hospitals

Charity Event

#1: ZootoDo
2 Hippo Way | 419-385-4040 | toledozoo.org/zootodo
RUNNER-UP: Relay for Life

Live Theater

#1: Stranahan Theater & Great Hall
4645 Heatherdowns Blvd | 419-381-8851 | stranahantheater.com
RUNNER-UP: Valentine Theatre

Local Park

#1: Wildwood Preserve Metropark
5100 W Central Ave | 419-270-7500 | metroparkstoledo.com
RUNNER UP: Oak Openings Preserve Metropark

Spot to Take the Grandkids

#1: Toledo Zoo
2 Hippo Way | 419-385-5721 | toledozoo.org
RUNNER-UP: Imagination Station

Shops & Services

Meal Delivery

Royal Deli Foods

112 W Front St, Perrysburg | 419-874-7451 | royaldelifoods.comroyal-deli

Locally owned and operated since 1956, this home meal delivery service brings affordable, nutritious and colorful meals, full of fresh fruits and veggies, to clients’ homes twice a week. Never frozen, these meals only need to be heated. In addition, Royal Deli Foods offers sandwiches, Jonny Almonds, and coffee available for delivery. Meal menus are developed with the Northwest Ohio Area Office on Aging to ensure that meals provide the best senior nutrition.

RUNNER-UP: House of Meats

Women’s Boutique

#1: Ragazza
103 Louisiana Ave, Perrysburg | 419-872-4850
5632 Main St, Sylvania | 419-517-5053
ragazzaboutique.com
RUNNER-UP: Sophia Lustig

Men’s Apparel

#1: Diamond’s Men’s Shop
1564 Spring Meadows Dr, Holland | 419-865-1211 | diamondsmensshop.com
RUNNER-UP: V Couture

Jewelry Store

#1: Harold Jaffe Jewelers
4211 Talmadge Rd | 419-472-4480 | haroldjaffe.com
RUNNER-UP: David Fairclough Fine Jewelers

Antiques

#1: Maumee Antique Mall
1552 S Reynolds Rd | 419-893-2468 | maumeeantiquemall.com
RUNNER-UP: MKat’s Antiques, Napoleon

Consignment Shop

#1: Consign-It Home Interiors
6925 Central Ave | 419-841-4663 | consignittoledo.com
RUNNER-UP: Re Decor

Used Books

#1: Friends of the Library
325 N Michigan St | 419-259-5200 | toledolibrary.org/fol
RUNNER-UP: Encore Books

Grocery Store

#1: Walt Churchill’s Market
3320 Briarfield Blvd, Maumee | 419-794-4000
26625 N Dixie Hwy, Perrysburg | 419-872-6900
waltchurchillsmarket.com
RUNNER-UP: Sautter’s Market

Gift Store

#1: Firenation Glass Studio and Gallery
7166 Front St, Holland | 419-866-6288 | firenation.com
RUNNER-UP: Fiddlestix Boutique & Gallery

Bank

#1: Farmers & Merchants State Bank
Multiple locations | 800-451-7843 | fm.bank
RUNNER-UP: Fifth Third Bank

Credit Union

#1: Directions Credit Union
Multiple locations | 419-841-9838 | directionscu.org
RUNNER-UP: Midwest Community Federal Credit Union

Greenhouse

#1: Hoen’s Garden Center & Landscaping
1710 Perrysburg-Holland Rd, Holland | 419-865-6566 | hoensgardencenter.com
RUNNER-UP: Keil’s Produce and Greenhouse

Funeral Home

#1: Walker Funeral Homes & Crematory
Multiple locations | 419-841-2422 | walkerfuneralhomes.com
RUNNER-UP: Reeb Funeral Home

Hair Salon

#1: Reve Salon and Spa
5633 Main St, Sylvania | 419-885-1140 | revesalonandspa.com
RUNNER-UP: Snip Salon, Maumee

Auto Repair

#1: Smitty’s Automotive & RV Service
5750 Jackman Rd | 419-478-1309
5916 W Sylvania Ave | 419-882-4991
smittysautomotive.com
RUNNER-UP: Toledo Auto Care

Dealership

#1: Brondes Ford Toledo
5545 Secor Rd | 419-517-6024 | brondesfordtoledo.com
RUNNER-UP: Yark Automotive Group

Handyman

#1: Pro Handyman Plus
3454 Oak Alley Court, #103 | 419-534-6065 | prohandyman.net
RUNNER-UP: Handy Hubby Remodeling

Lawn Care/Snow Removal

#1: D-Way Lawn & Landscaping
2260 Orchard Hills | 419-870-1425
RUNNER-UP: Blanchard Tree & Lawn

Estate Sale Company

#1: Pamela Rose Auction Company, LLC
5825 Whitehouse Rd, Whitehouse | 877-462-7673 | pamelaroseauction.com
RUNNER-UP: Tag Team

Professionals

Med Spa

Luxe Laser Center

1500 Holland Rd, Maumee | 419-893-2775 | luxe-laser.comscreen-shot-2018-06-19-at-2-59-34-pm

Owners Wade and Nicole Banker believe that aging isn’t what it used to be; where Mother Nature slacks, modern medicine can step in. Of course, not everything is reversible, but fine lines, spider veins, and other concerns, can be made nearly invisible through cosmetic medicine. See how advanced technology allows procedures to be easier, faster, and available at a lower cost, by making an appointment at Luxe Laser.

RUNNER-UP: Serenity MedSpa

Physician

#1: Dr. Kristopher Brickman, UT Medical Center, Emergency Medicine
3000 Arlington Ave | 419-383-6383 | utmc.utoledo.edu
RUNNER-UP: Dr. Stephanie Williams, ProMedica, Family Medicine

Pharmacy

#1: Ryan Pharmacy & Orthopedic Supplies
3340 Dorr St | 419-531-2836 | ryanpharmacy.com
RUNNER-UP: Erie Drugs

Medical Group

#1: ProMedica
800-477-4035 | promedica.org
RUNNER-UP: The Toledo Clinic

Plastic Surgeon

#1: Dr. Frank Barone, Evolv Plastic Surgery & Medical Aesthetics
2000 Regency Ct #204 | 419-720-2008 | evolvmedicalaesthetics.com
RUNNER-UP: Arrowhead Plastic Surgeons

Chiropractor

#1: Dr. Steven Morrison, Toledo Chiropractic
743 S Byrne Rd | 419-382-7400 | toledochiropracticcenter.com
RUNNER-UP: Innate Health Chiropractic

Dentist

#1: Dr. Jon Frankel
Frankel Dentistry | 5012 Talmadge Rd, Toledo | 419-474-9611
Frankel & Puhl Dentistry | 4359 Keystone Dr, Maumee | 419-893-0221 | jonfrankeldentistry.com
RUNNER-UP: Dr. J. Eric Hires

Podiatrist

#1: Dr. Maggi Smith, Toledo Clinic
419-473-3561 | toledoclinic.com
RUNNER-UP: Dr. Mike Walkovich, ProMedica

Vein Care

#1: Dr Steven Gale, ProMedica Physicians Jobst Vascular
2109 Hughes Dr | 419-291-2003 | promedica.org
RUNNER-UP: Dr. M. Farooq Afridi, ProMedica

Dermatologist

#1: Dr. David Kouba, Toledo Clinic Facial Plastics and Dermatology
4235 Secor Rd, Building Two, 2nd Floor | 419-479-5795 | toledoderm.com
RUNNER-UP: Dermatology Associates

Eye Care Professional

#1: Dr. Andrea Prinstein, Franklin Park Vision
5577 Monroe St, Sylvania | 419-472-2020 | fpvoptical.com
RUNNER-UP: Dr. Robinson, Anthony Wayne Vision Services

Audiologist

#1: Dr. Clint Keifer, Great Lakes Audiology
3780 King Rd | 419-327-2273 | glaudiology.com
RUNNER-UP: Dr. Susan Miller, Perrysburg Hearing

Massage Therapy

#1: Joani Donovan
4035 W Central Ave | 419-367-1417 | 3dwtoledo.com
RUNNER-UP: Body & Sole Massage Therapy and Reflexology Perrysburg

Veterinarian

#1: Sylvania VET
4801 N Holland-Sylvania Rd | 419-885-4421 | sylvaniavet.com
RUNNER-UP: High Point Animal Hospital

Attorney

#1: Ty Mahaffey
8527 W Central Ave | 419-829-2255 | yourlocalattorneys.com
RUNNER-UP: Rich Carr

Pet Sitter

#1: Karnik Pet Lodge
2921 Fairbanks Ave | 419-841-7815 | karnik.us
RUNNER-UP: West Suburban Animal Hospital

Wealth Management

#1: Savage & Associates
4427 Talmadge Rd | 419-475-8665 | savageandassociates.com
RUNNER-UP: America’s Retirement Headquarters—Nolan Baker

CPA

#1: Jim Weber, Weber O’Brien Ltd
5580 Monroe St # 210, Sylvania | 419-885-8338 | weberobrien.com
RUNNER-UP: Amy Kelly, George Lang & Assoc.

Insurance Agent

#1: Rhonda Wise, Beacon Associates
1755 Indianwood Circle, Suite 200, Maumee | 419-482-0280 | beaconexperts.com
RUNNER-UP: Nolan Baker, Investment Professional

Realtor

#1: Mike Crouse, Re/Max
3306 Executive Pkwy Ste 101 | 419-283-6453 | remax.com
RUNNER-UP: Jackie Traver, Re/Max

Builder/New Construction

#1: Gulfstream Development
5580 Monroe St, Suite 101, Sylvania | 419-460-0321 | gulfstreamltd.com
RUNNER-UP: McCarthy Builders

Remodeler

#1: Residential Renovations
235 1st St | 419-691-3300 | residentialrenovations.com
RUNNER-UP: Dunright Building Services

Travel Agent

#1: AAA Toledo
3201 Meijer Dr | 419-843-1212 | nwohio.aaa.com
RUNNER-UP: Central Travel

Live Well

Senior Living Community

#1: Genesis Village
2429 S Reynolds Rd | 419-720-1286 | genesisvillage.org
RUNNER-UP: West Park Place

Assisted Living

#1: Genacross Lutheran Services at Wolf Creek
2001 Perrysburg Holland Rd, Holland | 419-861-4990 | genacrosslutheranservices.org
RUNNER-UP: The Glendale Assisted Living

In-Home Health

#1: Visiting Angels Living Assistance Services
7110 W Central Ave #A | 419-517-7000 | visitingangels.com
RUNNER-UP: Genacross at Home

Memory Care

#1: The Grove at Oakleaf Village
4220 N Holland Sylvania Rd | 419-464-9123 | thegroveatoakleafvillage.com
RUNNER-UP: Parkcliffe Memory Care

Nursing Home

#1: Otterbein SeniorLife | otterbein.org
Perrysburg | 3529 Rivers Edge Dr | 419-874-2428
Monclova | 5069 Otterbein Way | 419-878-0550
Pemberville | 20311 Pemberville Rd | 419-833-7000
RUNNER-UP: Kingston Assisted Living, Sylvania

Hospital

#1: St. Luke’s Hospital
5901 Monclova Rd, Maumee | 419-893-5911 | stlukeshospital.com
RUNNER-UP: Toledo Hospital

Rehab Facility

#1: Otterbein SeniorLife
5069 Otterbein Way, Monclova | 419-878-0550 | otterbein.org
RUNNER-UP: Orchard Villa

Physical Therapy

Balance & Mobility Therapy (BAM)
3306 Meijer Dr | 419-824-3434 | balanceandmobilitytherapy.combam

Balance and Mobility Therapy (BAM) knows that every patient is unique, so BAM therapists treat each patient one-on-one to ensure efficient, high-quality care. Specializing in Fall Prevention and Balance Disorders, BAM is a lifesaver for those suffering from neurological disorders, stroke complications, brain injuries, joint pain, vertigo, and other problems. Whether you’re having difficulty walking or are learning to cope with lifelong symptoms, BAM will be there to cprevent you from experiencing a fall.

RUNNER-UP: Kingston Care Center

Recreation

Sports Team

#1: Toledo Mud Hens
406 Washington St | 419-725-4367 | milb.com/toledo
RUNNER-UP: UT Rockets

Golf Course

#1: Brandywine Country Club
6904 Salisbury Rd, Maumee | 419-865-2393 | brandywinecc.com
RUNNER-UP: Heather Downs Country Club

Bowling Alley

#1: Forest View Lanes
2345 W Dean Rd | 734-847-4915 | forestviewlanes.com
RUNNER-UP: Timbers Bowling Lanes

Gym

#1: YMCA of Greater Toledo
1500 N Superior St | 419-729-8135 | ymcatoledo.org
RUNNER-UP: ProMedica Wildwood Athletic Club

Personal Trainer

#1: Cheryl Wallace
419-873-6463 | essencembs.com
RUNNER-UP: Renegade Fitness

Pool

#1: YMCA of Greater Toledo
1500 N Superior St | 419-729-8135 | ymcatoledo.org
RUNNER-UP: St. James Club

Sports Facility

#1: Fifth Third Field
406 Washington St | 419-725-4367 | hensvilletoledo.com
RUNNER-UP: Huntington Center

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