Favorite Services 2013
Hotel
WINNER: Hotel Indigo
500 College Ave. · 706-546-0430
Hotel Indigo has taught us the meaning of "boutique hotel" and has shown us how to bring big-city style and blend it in completely with the Athens scene.
RUNNER UP: Foundry Park Inn and Spa
295 E. Dougherty St. · 706-623-0296
Photography Studio
WINNER: Zoomworks
585 White Circle · 706-227-3777
It's the difference between taking pictures and photography. You can see it immediately and for a lifetime when Zoomworks zeroes in on your wedding or your portrait or your party.
RUNNER UP: Ian McFarlane Photography
www.ismphotography.com · 706-338-2005
Hair Salon
WINNER: Republic Salon
312 E. Broad St. · 706-208-5222
Upstairs downtown surrounded by old brick and big windows, relax with a glass of wine while Republic's staff creates a revolution on your head and in your mind.
RUNNER UP: Model Citizen
497 Prince Ave. · 706-543-3656
Stylist
WINNER: Lyric Bellotte at Republic Salon
312 E. Broad St. · 706-208-5222
She's back as a Favorite, and it's not hard to see why. She has the experience and the talent to let hair speak for itself, continuing the conversation even as it grows out.
RUNNER UP: Matt Wheeler at Emporium Hair and Color Salon
187 Lumpkin St. · 706-546-7598
Massage Therapist
WINNER: Kimberly Morgan
270 Hawthorne Ave., Suite C · 706-612-4121
There's sports massage, medical and spa, including Swedish, deep tissue, hot stone, Bowen and myofascial release, not to mention salt scrubs. No wonder she's popular!
RUNNER UP: Amy Bramblett at Advanced Massage Therapies
1363 S. Milledge Ave. · 706-369-7595
Tattoo Studio
WINNER: Pain and Wonder Tattoo Studio
285 W. Washington St. · 706-208-9588
They've been here since the beginning of tattooing in Athens, creating walkable art. Your body their canvas; their creativity your enhancement.
RUNNER UP: Walk the Line Tattoo Co.
364 E. Broad St. · 706-369-9424
Yoga Studio
WINNER: Rubber Soul Yoga Revolution
675 Pulaski St. · 706-461-0262
A healthy body is a healthy mind and a lot of fun, too, that becomes a way of life when practiced with the kind of gentle discipline enjoyed at Rubber Soul.
RUNNER UP: Athens Five Points Yoga
1687 S. Lumpkin St. · 706-355-3114
Spa
WINNER: Urban Sanctuary Spa
810 N. Chase St. · 706-613-3947
You can re-invent yourself without even leaving the ‘hood in this beautifully reclaimed space right there on Boulevard, easy to reach, hard to leave.
RUNNER UP: Spa @ Foundry Park Inn
295 E. Dougherty St. · 706-623-0296
Place to Get Fit
WINNER: The Omni Club
2361 W Broad St. · 706-369-3111
1055 Gaines School Rd. · 706-548-8346
Just show up; Omni will do the rest. You'll look and feel your best, and you know that. Just do it. What are you waiting for?
RUNNER UP: YMCA
915 Hawthorne Ave. · 706-543-6596
Adult Classes: Movement
WINNER: Dance FX
1260 S. Milledge Ave. · 706-355-3078
Who knew dancing could be so exhilarating? Whatever the style, Dance FX can teach it to you and your kids. You'll be well toned, and you'll be confident when the band strikes up.
RUNNER UP: Canopy Studio
160 Tracy St., Ste. 6 · 706-549-8501
Adult Classes: Creative
WINNER: Treehouse Kid and Craft
815 W. Broad St. · 706-850-8226
It's not just for kids, and it's the essence of DIY, hands-on creativity and a place to do it with all the tools and materials you need.
RUNNER UP: Good Dirt
510 N. Thomas St. · 706-355-3161
Car Repair Shop
WINNER: Five Star Automotive
605 Macon Hwy. · 706-549-1315
Locally owned since 1982 by two brothers, (not Click and Clack) with the kind of personal attention you need when your car is out of sorts and out of warranty.
RUNNER UP: Auto Tech of Athens
170 Coile Dr. · 706-549-3316
Car Dealership
WINNER: Phil Hughes Honda
3200 Atlanta Hwy. · 706-549-3530
Just notice all the Hondas around you on the street; now you know where they come from. Phil Hughes has been here since Honda became an automobile.
RUNNER UP: Heyward Allen Toyota
2910 Atlanta Hwy. · 888-777-0611
Florist
WINNER: Always Always Flowers
1091 Baxter St. · 706-227-0805
They'll sell you cut flowers or make you an arrangement of fresh or dried flowers, balloons, even. Your choice, their pleasure.
RUNNER UP: Flowerland
823 Prince Ave. · 706-549-1884
Avid Bookshop - Winner: Favorite Local Business, Runner Up: Favorite Store to Buy a Gift for Him.
Local Business
WINNER: Avid Bookshop
493 Prince Ave. · 706-352-2060
Avid is the poster-child for a do-it-yourself-and-do-it-right local business, and it is a warm reminder of just how enjoyable it is to browse in a real book shop, to hold them in your hands.
Runner Up (tie)
Hip Pops
www.hippopsathens.com · 650-521-4022
Ruby Sue Graphics
532 Newton Bridge Rd. · 706-613-0028
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