And the winners for ‘Best of’ are…
During the month of March, Eagle readers were asked to cast their votes to determine the “Best” of the best on Pine Island. Categories included food and entertainment, retail and service/medical/real estate and now that the votes have been tallied we are pleased to announce the 2010 Best of Pine Island.
Food and entertainment:
Bar – Bert’s Bar and Grill
Chef – Jeorge Lanese from Vesuvio Restaurant
Bartender – Marsha Silva from Red’s Fresh Seafood and Tavern
Deli – Little Lilly’s Island Deli
Hamburger – Bert’s Bar and Grill
Fish Sandwich – Lazy Flamingo
Happy Hour – Bert’s Bar and Grill
Ice Cream – Great Licks
Local Band – Burnt Out
Seafood – Red’s Fresh Seafood and Tavern
Pizza – Pizza Bella
Waiter/waitress – Debbie from Ragged Ass Saloon
Breakfast – Perfect Cup
Lunch – Little Lilly’s Island Deli
Dinner – Red’s Fresh Seafood and Tavern
Waterfront dining – Tarpon Lodge
Retail:
Art Gallery – WildChild
Gift Shop – Island Decor and More
Bait and Tackle – D&D Bait and Tackle
Boat Dealer – A-1 Marine
Boat Repairs – Four Winds Marina
Seafood Market – Andy’s Island Seafood
Service/medical/real estate:
Accountant – Scott Myers
Air Conditioning & Heating – Baker’s
Attorney – Tim Bruehl
Automotive repair – St. James City Automotive
Bank – SunTrust
Barber – Keith Talbot
Hair Stylist – Heidi Talbot
Home Builder – Don Gessmann
Cabinets – Tropical Kitchens
Computer services – Anole
Chiropractor – Dr. Darrell Rich
Dentist – Dr. Spotts
Electrician – Sangelo’s
Financial Service – Raymond James
Fishing Guide – Terry Petz
Hair salon/barber shop – Angles
Housewatch Service – Pine Island Housewatching
Insurance Agency – Safety Harbor
Motel/Inn – Water’s Edge Motel
Lawn/Landscaping Service – Island Lawn Care
Marina – Four Winds Marina
Marine Construction – Donkersloot Marine
Massage Therapist – Traci Harrier
Nail Salon – Center of Attention Day Spa
Painting Contractor – Island Breeze
Plumber – Joel’s Plumbing
Pool Service – True Blue Pool Service
Real Estate Agent – Neill Fries
Real Estate Agency – Century 21 Sunbelt, Inc.
Service Organization – Matlacha Hookers
The Pine Island Eagle staff would like to extend congratulations to this year’s winners and thank you to all those who took the time to fill out ballots to vote for your pick of the Best of Pine Island.