9th annual best of san juan capistrano people's choice horseshoe awards

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and events of 2015.

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Each year we ask you, our readers, to vote for your favorite restaurants, watering holes,

shops, services, events and attractions. Your votes have been tallied, and this ninth annual

edition of the Best of San Juan Capistrano People’s Choice Horseshoe Awards is the result of

your choices for 2015. We hope you will enjoy referring to this special issue throughout the

year and find it a useful reference to the very best that San Juan Capistrano has to offer.

Celebrating the Best of San Juan Capistrano

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Eateries and Watering HolesBest …Ambience 14Appetizers 10Bar 16Bartender 16Beer Selection 16Breakfast 6Breakfast Burrito 6Burger 12Cup of Coffee 6Dinner 12Happy Hour 14International Eats 12Lunch 8Margarita 15Menu for Healthy Choices 8Outdoor Dining 14Pizza 12Restaurant Overall 15Salsa 12Sandwich 8Spot to Cure a Sweet Tooth 8Taco 10Wine Selection 16

At the ShopsBest …Antique/Secondhand Store 18Auto Dealer 20Clothing 18Flowers 19Home Décor and Furnishings 18Gifts 19Jewelry 16Nursery 19Specialty Grocer 20Western Wear 20

Services on the To-do ListBest …Alternative Health Care Provider 28Barber Shop 20Car Repair 26Customer Service Overall 28Dental Health Care Provider 27

Dry Cleaner 26Grooming/Pet Care 25Gym/Workout 24Hair Salon 22Horse Training 26Local Nonprofi t Organization 28Manicure and Pedicure 22Medical Health Care Provider 27Senior Living Facility 28Spa for Massages, Facials, etc. 22Specialty Beauty Service 22Veterinarian 25Yoga/Pilates Studio 24

Getting OutBest …Entertainment Venue 32Family Excursion 32Historic Spot 32Local Annual Event 34Park 30Place to Take Out-of-towners 34Riding Lesson 30Special Event/Wedding Venue 32Stable 30Trail 28

In this Issue

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PICKET FENCE MEDIAPUBLISHERNorb Garrett

EDITORIALAndrea SwayneAllison JarrellSteve BreazealeAndrea PapagianisEric HeinzAlexander ParisEvan Da SilvaJacqueline DeMarco

ART/DESIGNJasmine SmithDebra Holm

ADVERTISINGLauralyn LoynesSusie LantzDebra WellsMichele Reddick

OPERATIONSAlyssa GarrettTricia Zines


EATERIES, WATERING HOLES AND MORE

BestBreakfast

GOLDEN horseshoe

Mollies Famous Café 32033 Camino Capistrano, 949.240.9261A San Juan favorite for years and always active in the community, Mollies Famous Café has always strived to serve delicious homemade food in a family environment. Whether it’s breakfast all day, a soup and salad, brunch buffets for the especially ravenous diners, or any of their lovingly made menu items using locally sourced ingredients, Mollies has something for each customer.

SILVER horseshoe

The Ramos House Café 31752 Los Rios Street, 949.443.1342, www.ramoshouse.com

NOMINEES: 19 Sports Bar & Grill at San Juan Hills Golf Club • A’s Burgers • Bravo Burgers • Cedar Creek Inn • El Adobe de Capistrano • El Maguey Mexican Restaurant • El Molina de Oro • Guapas Tapas & Wine Bar • Hennessey’s Tavern • Hidden House Co� ee • Hummingbird House Café • L’Hirondelle • Marbella Farmers Market • Marie Callender’s • Mission Grill • NYC Cafe & Catering • O Gourmet French Café & Bakery • Pascal • Ricardo’s Place • Ruby’s • Sarducci’s Capistrano Depot • Starbucks • Sundried Tomato American Bistro • The Bagel

Shack Restaurant and Bakery • The Swallow’s Inn • The Tea House on Los Rios • The Vintage Steakhouse • Wendi’s Donuts & Deli 2014 WINNERS: Gold: Mollies Famous Cafe; Silver: 19 Sports Bar & Grill at San Juan Hills Golf Club

Best CoffeeGOLDEN horseshoe

Hidden House Coffee ROASTERS31791 Los Rios Street, 949.240.0200, www.hiddenhousecoffee.comIt doesn’t get any fresher than Hidden House Coffee Roasters—the shop sources their own coffee from small farms and roasts it in the same room they brew it in. The cozy cafe packs a lot of options, from mochas to single-origin pour overs and chai tea lattes. Whether hot or cold, sweet or bold, the friendly staff has just the drink to suit your mood. “We’re trying to create products that we’re proud of and happy with,” said co-owner Ben Briggs.

SILVER horseshoe

Starbucks31760 Camino Capistrano, 949.487.0065; 32022 Camino Capistrano, Suite B, 949.661.4809; 27211 Ortega Highway, Suite E, 949.661.5801, www.starbucks.com

NOMINEES: 19 Sports Bar & Grill at San Juan Hills Golf Club • 3:16 Bakery Shop • Bravo Burgers • Café Mozart • Cedar Creek Inn • Coast Co� ee & Tea • El Adobe De Capistrano • Guapas Tapas & Wine Bar • Hummingbird House Café • McDonald’s • Mollies Famous Café • NYC Cafe & Catering • O Gourmet French Café & Bakery • Panera Bread • Pascal • Ricardo’s Place • Ruby’s • Sarducci’s Capistrano Depot • Sundried Tomato American Bistro • The Bagel Shack Restau-rant and Bakery • The Ramos House Café • The Tea House on Los Rios • Wendi’s Donuts & Deli 2014 WINNERS: Gold: Starbucks; Silver: Hidden House Co� ee

BestBreakfast Burrito

GOLDEN horseshoe

Las Golondrinas27124 Paseo Espada, Suite 803, 949.240.3440, www.lasgolondrinas.biz Fresh, local products are used to create Liz Priest’s breakfast burritos at Los Golond-rinas. “People enjoy them because they’re fi ll it ingr i nt o nor all a ociat

with breakfast—bacon, potatoes and cheese,” Priest said. The Los Golondrinas salsa and g aca ol co pl nt an an fi n t breakfast burritos, such as the Machaca—the most popular offering with egg, shredded beef, onions, jalapeños and tomatoes.

SILVER horseshoe

El Molino de Oro31886 Del Obispo Street, 949.489.9230

NOMINEES: 19 Sports Bar & Grill at San Juan Hills Golf Club • A’s Burgers • Bravo Burgers • Carl’s Jr. • Donut World • El Adobe de Capistrano • El Campeon • El Molina de Oro • Mission Grill • Mollies Famous Café • Ricardo’s Place • Ruby’s • The Swallow’s Inn • Wendi’s Donuts & Deli 2014 WINNERS: New Category

BEN BRIGGS, CO-OWNER, HIDDEN HOUSE COFFEE ROASTERS

MACHACA BURRITO, LAS GOLONDRINAS


CO-OWNERS EVER GONZALEZ, LEFT, AND MAURICIO LEMUS, 3:16 BAKERY SHOP

Best LunchGOLDEN horseshoe

Cedar Creek Inn26860 Ortega Highway, 949.240.2229, www.cedarcreekinn.comWith a wide variety of classic American cuisines and a large sunny patio, Cedar Creek Inn makes for a great place to meet for lunch. Lunch menu offerings include ala lat r a pizza rg r an fi t

for something a little different, restaurant co-owner Julie Ayres recommends the jalapeño-jack pasta in a spicy cheese sauce or the grilled ahi burger with sashimi-grade ahi and jalapeño tartar sauce.

SILVER horseshoe (TIE)

19 Sports Bar & Grill at San Juan Hills Golf Club 32120 San Juan Creek Road, 949.240.1919, www.19sportsbar.com


Sundried Tomato AmericanBistros & Catering31781 Camino Capistrano, 949.661.1167, www.sundriedtomatobistro.com

NOMINEES: 19 Sports Bar & Grill at San Juan Hills Golf Club • A’s Burgers • Agustin Mexican Food • Bad to the Bone BBQ • Ball Park Pizza • Bravo Burgers • Café Mozart • Ciao Pasta Trattoria • Costco • El Adobe De Capistrano • El Campeon • El Maguey Mexican Restaurant • El Molino de Oro • Five Vines Wine Bar • Guapas Tapas & Wine Bar • Hennessey’s Tavern • Hummingbird House Café • Juice Joint & Deli • L’Hirondelle • Las Golondrinas • Lotus Vietnamese Cuisine • Marbella Farmers Market • Marie Callender’s • Mission Grill • Mollies Famous Cafe • Noon Kabob Mediterranean Grill • NYC Café & Catering • O Gourmet French Café & Bakery • Oeeshi Japanese Grill • Panera Bread • Pascal • PUBlic 74 • Rancho Capistrano Winery • Ricardo’s Place • Ruby’s • Sarducci’s Capistrano Depot • Subway • Tannins Restaurant & Wine Bar • Thai Juan On • The Bagel Shack Restaurant and Bakery • The BrewHouse • The Ramos House Café • The Swallow’s Inn • The Tea House on Los Rios • The Vintage Steakhouse • Wendi’s Donuts & Deli • Yoon Kee Chinese Kitchen • zpizza 2014 WINNERS: Gold: Cedar Creek Inn, Sundried Tomato American Bistro; Silver: 19 Sports Bar & Grill at San Juan Hills Golf Club

Best Menu for Healthy Choices

GOLDEN horseshoe

Cedar Creek Inn26860 Ortega Highway, 949.240.2229, www.cedarcreekinn.comHearty salads, organic free-range chicken and a whole menu of gluten-free options have made Cedar Creek Inn a favorite among the health-conscious crowd. The hearty and healthy salads come with a variety of protein options and house-made dressings. Co-owner Julie Ayres said one of the most popular items is the seafood salad.


Juice Joint & Deli 32141 Alipaz Street, 949.545.7966, www.juicejointdeli.com


Sundried Tomato American Bistros & CATERING31781 Camino Capistrano, 949.661.1167, www.sundriedtomatobistro.com

NOMINEES: 19 Sports Bar & Grill at San Juan Hills Golf Club • Bravo Burgers • Bad to the Bone BBQ • Ciao Pasta Trattoria • Cloud 9 Bakers • Five Vines Wine Bar • Guapas Tapas & Wine Bar • Hanson’s Market • Juice Joint & Deli • Las Golondrinas • Marbella Farmers Market • Marie Callender’s • McDonald’s • Mission Grill • Noon Kabob Mediterranean Grill • NYC Café & Catering • O Gourmet French Café & Bakery • Oeeshi Japanese Grill • Panera Bread • Pascal • PUBlic 74 • Rancho Capistrano Winery • Ricardo’s Place • Rice Bowl Express • Sarducci’s Capistrano Depot • Starbucks • Subway • Sushi Tai • Tannins Restaurant & Wine Bar • Thai Juan On • The BrewHouse • The Ramos House Café • The Swallow’s Inn • The Tea House on Los Rios • We Olive & Wine Bar • Wendi’s Donuts & Deli • Yogurt Zone • zpizza 2014 WINNERS: GOLD: Panera Bread; Silver: Cedar Creek Inn, Sundried Tomato American Bistro

BestSandwich

GOLDEN horseshoe

Bad to the Bone BBQ31738 Rancho Viejo Road, 949.218.0227, www.badtothebone-bbq.com Whether you’re in the mood for some tri-tip,

pulled pork or brisket, you can’t go wrong picking from the sandwich menu at Bad to the Bone BBQ. The barbecue hot spot cooks all of its meat in the real barbecue pit style, slow cooking the meats to give them a distinct, smoky flavor. The sandwich menu goes beyond just beef staples and features catfi po o an o t r

SILVER horseshoe

Cedar Creek Inn26860 Ortega Highway, 949.240.2229, www.cedarcreekinn.com

NOMINEES: 19 Sports Bar & Grill at San Juan Hills Golf Club • Ball Park Pizza • Bravo Burgers • Cloud 9 Bakers • El Maguey Mexican Restaurant • El Molino de Oro • Five Vines Wine Bar • Guapas Tapas & Wine Bar • Hanson’s Market • Juice Joint & Deli • L’Hirondelle • Marbella Farmers Market • Mission Grill • Mollies Famous Café • NYC Café & Catering • O Gourmet French Café & Bakery • Panera Bread • Pascal • PUBlic 74 • Ralphs • Rancho Capistrano Winery • Ricardo’s Place • Ruby’s • Sarducci’s Capistrano Depot • Subway • Sundried Tomato American Bistro • Tannins Restaurant & Wine Bar • The Bagel Shack

Restaurant and Bakery • The Olives Branch • The Swallow’s Inn • The Tea House on Los Rios • The Vintage Steakhouse • Wendi’s Donuts & Deli 2014WINNERS: Gold: Cedar Creek Inn, 19 Sports Bar & Grill at San Juan Hills Golf Club; Silver: NYC Café & Catering, Panera Bread

Best Spot to Cure a Sweet Tooth

GOLDEN horseshoe

3:16 Bakery ShoP26762 Verdugo Street, Suite A, 949.218.6060The colorful variety and unique appearance of the handcrafted pastries at 3:16 Bakery Shop is sure to give you that nostalgic “kid in a candy shop” feeling. The fresh baked European-style pastries and dozen flavors of gelato offer an Old World indulgence, while the frozen yogurt and holiday-themed cookies offer something distinctly new and trendy. “We only use the highest quality ingredients we can get,” said co-owner Mauricio Lemus. He suggests trying the c tar p a c tar fi ll pa tr it almond topping.

SILVER horseshoe

Baskin-Robbins32341 Camino Capistrano, 949.240.7171, www.baskinrobbins.com

NOMINEES: 19 Sports Bar & Grill at San Juan Hills Golf Club • Bravo Burgers • Café Mozart • Cedar Creek Inn • Ciao Pasta Trattoria • Cloud 9 Bakers • Five Vines Wine Bar • Golden Spoon • Guapas Tapas & Wine Bar • Hidden House Co� ee • L’Hirondelle • Lisa’s Kitchen at The Swallow’s Inn • Marbella Farmers Market • Marie Callender’s • O Gourmet French Café & Bakery • Panera Bread • Pascal • PUBlic 74 • Ralphs • Rancho Capistrano Winery • Ricardo’s Place • Rite Aid • Ruby’s • Sarducci’s Capistrano Depot • Starbucks • Sundried Tomato American Bistro • Tannins Restaurant & Wine Bar • The BrewHouse • The Ramos House Café • The Tea House on Los Rios • The Vintage Steakhouse • We Olive & Wine Bar • Wendi’s Donuts & Deli • Yogurt Zone 2014 WINNERS: Gold: Yogurt Zone; Silver: Baskin-Robbins

CAROLINA PULLED PORK SANDWICH, BAD TO THE BONE BBQ


BestAppetizer

GOLDEN horseshoe

Cedar Creek Inn26860 Ortega Highway, 949.240.2229, www.cedarcreekinn.comCo-owner Julie Ayres said it’s the variety and uniqueness of the menu at Cedar Creek Inn that makes their appetizers so popular. In-demand delicacies include the artichoke hearts, which are deep fried and served with dill sauce, and the steamed whole arti-chokes with dill sauce. Ayres also recom-mends the smoked turkey zuni rolls served with chipotle raspberry dipping sauce.


Rancho Capistrano Winery26755 Verdugo Street, Suite 100, 949.481.6682, www.ranchocapistranowinery.com


Sundried Tomato American Bistros & catering31781 Camino Capistrano, 949.661,1167, www.sundriedtomatobistro.com

NOMINEES: 19 Sports Bar & Grill at San Juan Hills Golf Club • Bad to the Bone BBQ • Bravo Burgers • Café Mozart • Ciao Pasta Trattoria • El Adobe De Capistrano • Five Vines Wine Bar • Guapa’s Tapas & Wine Bar • Hennessey’s Tavern • Hummingbird House Café • L’Hirondelle • Marie Callendar’s • Mission

Grill • NYC Cafe & Catering • Pascal • PUBlic 74 • Rancho Capistrano Winery • Ricardo’s Place • Rick’s Café at the Regency Theatre • Ruby’s • Sarducci’s Capistrano Depot • Sol Del Sur • Tannins Restaurant & Wine Bar • Thai Juan On • The BrewHouse • The Olive Branch • The Ramos House Café • The Vintage Steakhouse • We Olive & Wine Bar 2014 WINNERS: Gold: Guapas Tapas & Wine Bar; Silver: Sundried Tomato American Bistro

Best TacoGOLDEN horseshoe

Ricardo’s Place32082 Camino Capistrano, 949.493.4941, www.ricardosplace.netOwner Ricardo Beas considers his tacos a great introduction to Ricardo’s Place cuisine. The variety of options provides adventurous or indecisive diners with a chance to sample a number of the restaurant’s specialties in a single meal. “These are not just ordinary tacos,” Beas said. “Ours are created with top quality ingredients and good sized portions.” Be sure to try the delicious new addition to the seafood taco lineup: fresh salmon.

SILVER horseshoe

El Adobe de Capistrano31891 Camino Capistrano, 949.493.1163, www.eladobedecapistrano.com

NOMINEES: 19 Sports Bar & Grill at San Juan Hills Golf Club • A’s Burgers • Agustin Mexican Restaurant • Bad to the Bone BBQ • Bravo Burgers • Cancun Authentic Mexican Food • Del Taco • El Campeon • El Maguey Mexican Restau-rant • El Molino De Oro • Guapas Tapas & Wine Bar • Las Golondrinas • Mission Grill • Nono’s Mexican Restaurant • Rancho Capistrano Winery • Sundried Tomato American Bistro • Taco Bell • Tannins Restaurant & Wine Bar • Taqueria El Coyotito • Taqueros Mexican Restaurant • The BrewHouse • The Swallow’s Inn 2014 WINNERS: Gold: Ricardo’s Place; Silver: Las Golondrinas

SALMON TACO, RICARDO’S PLACE


AHI TARTARE, CEDAR CREEK INN

Best SalsaGOLDEN horseshoe

Ricardo’s Place32082 Camino Capistrano, 949.493.4941, www.ricardosplace.netThe freshly made salsas at Ricardo’s Place are offered in an array of heat levels and fla-or profi l t an to t r cip o o n r

Ricardo Beas’ abuela (grandma) Juana from the Mexican state of Jalisco. “We only use the freshest ingredients and cater to a ari t o ta t a ai or t o o

li it ot t r t al a olcan a ot alap o ari t ran a a orit al a Rosa, is more on the mild side, and for a

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SILVER horseshoe

El Adobe de Capistrano31891 Camino Capistrano, 949.493.1163, www.eladobedecapistrano.com

NOMINEES: 19 Sports Bar & Grill at San Juan Hills Golf Club • A’s Burgers • Agustin Mexican Restaurant • Bravo Burgers • Cancun Authentic Mexican Food • Cedar Creek Inn • Costco • El Campeon • El Maguey Mexican Restaurant • El Molino De Oro • Guapas Tapas & Wine Bar • Las Golondrinas • Marbella Farmers Market • Marie Callender’s • Mercado El Rey • Mission Grill • Nono’s Mexican Restaurant 2014 WINNERS: Gold: Ricardo’s Place; Silver: El Adobe de Capistrano

Best PizzaGOLDEN horseshoe

Ball Park Pizza31654 Rancho Viejo Road, 949.493.6852, www.eatballparkpizza.com Hand-rolled dough, house-made sauce an alit ingr i nt ar to a goo pizza pi an t at actl at all

ar izza pro i it c to r al inside the restaurant and it’s clear there’s a little something for everyone in the fam-ily—from the televisions mounted on the

all or port an an an arra o ra t beers on tap, to the game room in the

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SILVER horseshoe

zpizza32341 Camino Capistrano, 949.429.8888, www.zpizza.com

NOMINEES: 19 Sports Bar & Grill at San Juan Hills Golf Club • Cedar Creek Inn • Ciao Pasta Trattoria • Costco • Crivello’s Italian Bistro • Domino’s Pizza • Guapas Tapas & Wine Bar • Hennessey’s Tavern • NYC Café & Catering • Papa John’s • Pizza Hut • PUBlic 74 • Rancho Capistrano Winery • Sarducci’s

Capistrano Depot • Sundried Tomato American Bistro • Tannins Restaurant & Wine Bar 2014 WINNERS: Gold: Ball Park Pizza; Silver: zpizza

Best BurgerGOLDEN horseshoe

Bad to the Bone BBQ31738 Rancho Viejo Road, 949.218.0227, www.badtothebone-bbq.com The burgers at Bad to the Bone get a lot of love before ever reaching the grill. Bad to t on a i o ri t ort ri

ng an gro n c c in ac on o it licio patti ic ar a ro scratch and hand-formed daily. Customers can c oo t n o r i tinct t l o rg r li t o o cara liz onion appl oo o acon or o t t gr n c ili p pp r ac c

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The Riders Club 27221 Ortega Highway, Suite G, 949.429.1533, www.ridersclubcafe.com

NOMINEES: 19 Sports Bar & Grill at San Juan Hills Golf Club • A’s Burgers •

Bravo Burgers • Carl’s Jr. • Cedar Creek Inn • Del Taco • El Adobe De Capistrano • Guapas Tapas & Wine Bar • Hennessey’s Tavern • In-N-Out Burger • Lisa’s Kitchen at The Swallow’s Inn • L’Hirondelle • McDonald’s • Mission Grill • Mol-lies Famous Café • Pascal • PUBlic 74 • Rick’s Café at Regency Theatre • Ruby’s • Sundried Tomato American Bistro • The Vintage Steakhouse 2014 WINNERS: Gold: Bravo Burgers; Silver: 19 Sports Bar & Grill at San Juan Hills Golf Club

Best DinnerGOLDEN horseshoe

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ambience and a friendly veteran staff, this family-run restaurant has become a main-ta in to n

SILVER horseshoe

Bad to the Bone BBQ31738 Rancho Viejo Road, 949.218.0227, www.badtothebone-bbq.com

NOMINEES: 19 Sports Bar & Grill at San Juan Hills Golf Club • Bravo Burger • Café Mozart • Ciao Pasta Trattoria • Crivello’s Italian Bistro • El Adobe de Capist-rano • El Maguey Mexican Restaurant • Five Vines Wine Bar • Guapas Tapas & Wine Bar • L’Hirondelle • Lisa’s Kitchen at The Swallow’s Inn • Marie Callender’s • Mission Grill • Mollies Famous Cafe • Noon Kabob Mediterranean Grill • NYC Cafe & Catering • Oeeshi Japanese Restaurant • Pascal • PUBlic 74 • Rancho Capistrano Winery • Ricardo’s Place • Ruby’s • Sarducci’s Capistrano Depot • Subway • Sundried Tomato American Bistro • Sushi Tai • Tannins Restaurant & Wine Bar • Thai Juan On • The BrewHouse • The Olives Branch • The Ramos House Café • The Vintage Steakhouse 2014 WINNERS: Gold: Sundried Tomato American Bistro; Silver: Cedar Creek Inn

BestInternational Eats

GOLDEN horseshoe

Thai Juan On31878 Del Obispo Street, Suite 109, 949.234.0332, www.thaijuanon.comFor the past seven years, Thai Juan On has

n a ing o o an an o t avory Thai-American dishes. Bar Manager Ke-ane Roungchun said he enjoys the company o t c to r o t o all ca at t ar g t to t all al o li ai o ngc n r co n t r n n

noo l ntr it pic lat noo l c ili onion, bell pepper, bamboo shoot, mush-roo an t a il tr it g tarian or

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SILVER horseshoe

L’Hirondelle31631 Camino Capistrano, 949.661.0425, www.lhirondellesjc.com

NOMINEES: 19 Sports Bar & Grill at San Juan Hills Golf Club • Ann’s Pho & Teriyaki • Bad to the Bone BBQ • Ball Park Pizza • Bravo Burgers • Café Mozart • Cedar Creek Inn • Ciao Pasta Trattoria • Crivello’s Italian Bistro • El Adobe de Capistrano • El Campeon • El Maguey Mexican Restaurant • El Molino De Oro • Guapas Tapas & Wine Bar • Hummingbird House Cafe • Las Golondrinas • Mercado El Rey • Mission Grill • Noon Kabob Mediterranean Grill • NYC Cafe & Catering • Oeeshi Japanese Grill • Pascal • Rancho Capistrano Winery • Ricardo’s Place • Rice Bowl Express • Ruby’s • Sundried Tomato American Bistro • Sushi Tai • Tannins Restaurant & Wine Bar • The Olives Branch • The Ramos House Café • The Swallow’s Inn • The Vintage Steakhouse 2014 WINNERS: Gold: Thai Juan On; Silver: Ricardo’s PlacePEPPERONI PIZZA, BALL PARK PIZZA


BestAmbiance

GOLDEN horseshoe

Cedar Creek Inn26860 Ortega Highway, 949.240.2229, www.cedarcreekinn.comThe Cedar Creek Inn is well named, with an atmosphere straight out of an old Western fi l an an c ptionall ri n l ta o o o a n it t a il

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SILVER horseshoe


NOMINEES: 19 Sports Bar & Grill at San Juan Hills Golf Club • Bad to the Bone BBQ • Bravo Burgers • Café Mozart • Ciao Pasta Trattoria • El Adobe de Capistrano • Five Vines Wine Bar • Guapas Tapas & Wine Bar • Hidden House Co� ee • L’Hirondelle • Marie Callendar’s • Mission Grill • Mollies Famous Café • NYC Cafe & Catering • PUBlic 74 • Ricardo’s Place • Rick’s Café at the Regency Theatre • Ruby’s • Sarducci’s Capistrano Depot • Sundried Tomato American Bistro • Tannins Restaurant & Wine Bar • Thai Juan On • The BrewHouse • The Ramos House Café • The Swallow’s Inn • The Tea House on Los Rios • The Vintage Steakhouse • We Olive & Wine Bar 2014 WINNERS: Gold: Cedar Creek Inn; Silver: 19 Sports Bar & Grill at San Juan Hills Golf Club

Best Happy Hour

GOLDEN horseshoe

19 Sports Bar & Grill at San Juan Hills Golf Club32120 San Juan Creek Road, 949.240.1919, www.19sportsbar.com19 Sports Bar & Grill at the San Juan Hills

ol l a co a local a orit t an to it gr at app o r al an li l at o p r app o r n o r pl nt o ta t ar tapl c a nac o an ing an rin p cial while also offering signature items like mini

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SILVER horseshoe

Hennessey’s Tavern 31761 Camino Capistrano, 949.441.4777, www.hennesseystavern.com

NOMINEES: Bad to the Bone BBQ • Cedar Creek Inn • Ciao Pasta Trattoria • El Adobe de Capistrano • Five Vines Wine Bar • Guapas Tapas & Wine Bar • Marie Callender’s • Mission Grill • NYC Café & Catering • Rancho Capistrano Winery • Ricardo’s Place • Rick’s Café at Regency Theatre • Sarducci’s Capistrano Depot • Sundried Tomato American Bistro • Tannins Restaurant & Wine Bar • Thai Juan On • The BrewHouse • The Riders Club • The Swallow’s Inn • The Vintage Steakhouse 2014 WINNERS: Gold: 19 Sports Bar & Grill at San Juan Hills Golf Club; Silver: Sundried Tomato American Bistro

BestRestaurant for Outdoor Dining

GOLDEN horseshoe

Cedar Creek Inn26860 Ortega Highway, 949.240.2229, www.cedarcreekinn.com

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NOMINEES: 19 Sports Bar & Grill at San Juan Hills Golf Club • A’s Burgers • Bad to the Bone BBQ • Bravo Burgers • Café Mozart • Ciao Pasta Trattoria • El Adobe de Capistrano • Five Vines Wine Bar • Guapas Tapas & Wine Bar • Hennessey’s Tavern • Hidden House Co� ee • Hummingbird House Café • L’Hirondelle • Mission Grill • NYC Cafe & Catering • PUBlic 74 • Rancho Capistrano Winery • Ruby’s • Sarducci’s Capistrano Depot • Sundried Tomato American Bistro • Tannins Restaurant & Wine Bar • The BrewHouse • The Ramos House Café • The Swallow’s Inn • The Tea House on Los Rios 2014 WINNERS: Gold: Cedar Creek Inn; Silver: 19 Sports Bar & Grill at San Juan Hills Golf Club

19 SPORTS BAR & GRILL


Best Overall Restaurant

GOLDEN horseshoe

Cedar Creek Inn26860 Ortega Highway, 949.240.2229, www.cedarcreekinn.comCedar Creek Inn’s cozy, rustic atmosphere, menu of various, hearty American dishes, a separate menu of healthy options and a sprawling outdoor patio across from the Mission make it hard to argue against the family-owned restaurant’s claim to the best overall dining in San Juan Capistrano. Co-owner Julie Ayres said their focus on family sets them apart from the competition. “Our family is on the floor all the time, whether we’re pouring iced tea, clearing plates or carrying food out,” she said.

SILVER horseshoe

Bad to the Bone BBQ31738 Rancho Viejo Road, 949.218.0227, www.badtothebone-bbq.com

NOMINEES: 19 Sports Bar & Grill at San Juan Hills Golf Club • Ball Park Pizza • Bravo Burgers • Café Mozart • Ciao Pasta Trattoria • Crivello’s Italian Bistro • El Adobe de Capistrano • El Maguey Mexican Restaurant • El Molino de Oro • Five Vines Wine Bar • Guapas Tapas & Wine Bar • Hennessey’s Tavern • L’Hirondelle • Lisa’s Kitchen at The Swallow’s Inn • Marie Callender’s • Mission Grill • Mollies Famous Café • NYC Café & Catering • Pascal • PUBlic 74 • Rancho Capistrano Winery • Ricardo’s Place • Ruby’s • Sarducci’s Capistrano Depot • Sundried Tomato American Bistro • Sushi Tai • Tannins Restaurant & Wine Bar • Thai Juan On • The Olives Branch • The Ramos House Café • The Tea House on Los Rios • The Vintage Steakhouse 2014 WINNERS: Gold: Cedar Creek Inn; Silver: 19 Sports Bar & Grill at San Juan Hills Golf Club

BestMargarita

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El Adobe de Capistrano31891 Camino Capistrano, 949.493.1163, www.eladobedecapistrano.comEl Adobe’s approach to margaritas is taken as seriously as their cuisine. Starting with a wide variety of tequilas, including Abreojos, Don Julio, Corralejo, Cazadores, Hornitos, Azunia, Libre, Tres Generaciones, La Familia, Peligroso and Patron, there’s a margarita to please every palate. From classic recipes, such as the Cadillac Margarita, to exotic fruit flavors, these sweet or salty concoc-tions are an outstanding complement to

l o fi n ican c i in r t delicious Pineapple Cilantro Margarita or spice things up with the Pepino Red Pepper Margarita, a combination of Libre Red Pep-per Tequila, muddled cucumber, fresh lime and agave nectar.

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Ricardo’s Place32082 Camino Capistrano, 949.493.4941, www.ricardosexpress.com

NOMINEES: 19 Sports Bar & Grill at San Juan Hills Golf Club • Bad to the Bone BBQ • Cedar Creek Inn • El Maguey Mexican Restaurant • Guapas Tapas & Wine Bar • Mission Grill • PUBlic 74 • Rick’s Café at the Regency Theatre • Ruby’s • The BrewHouse • The Swallow’s Inn 2014 WINNERS: Gold: El Adobe de Capistrano; Silver: Ricardo’s Place MARGARITA, EL ADOBE DE CAPISTRANO

(949) 218-8801


Best Beer Selection

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The BrewHouse31896 Plaza Drive, Suite D3, 949.891.2337, www.thebrewhousesjc.com With 30 different beers on draft and more than 100 in bottles, The BrewHouse accommodates all tastes and levels of passion—from novice to full-on beer geek. Passionate themselves, the owners’ philoso-phy is to educate their patrons by offering advice, flights of six samplers and never repeating the same keg twice. Co-owner Andrew Reed said they “provide a qual-ity product at a fair price in a casual and relaxed environment.”

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Hennessey’s Tavern 31761 Camino Capistrano, 949.441.4777, www.hennesseystavern.com

NOMINEES: 19 Sports Bar & Sports at San Juan Hills Golf Club • Bad to the Bone BBQ • Café Mozart • Capistrano Brewing Company • Five Vines Wine Bar • Guapas Tapas & Wine Bar • Mission Grill • PUBlic 74 • Rancho Capistrano Winery • Ricardo’s Place • Rick’s Café at the Regency Theatre • The Riders Club • The Swallow’s Inn 2014 WINNERS: Gold: The Swallow’s Inn; Silver: Bad to the Bone BBQ

Best Wine Selection

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Five Vines Wine Bar31761 Camino Capistrano, Suite 11, 949.800.9145, www.fi vevineswinebar.comAt Five Vines Wine Bar, patrons can expand their knowledge of wine without feeling overwhelmed. Owner Suzy Fisher offers a pl an con r ation to fi g r o t

what customers like before recommending a in a fi t ing on t n t at o r going to fi n r r an boutique wines that you never hear about or are never able to experience because they don’t get out into the world,” Fisher said.

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NOMINEES: 19 Sports Bar & Sports at San Juan Hills Golf Club • Bad to the Bone BBQ • Café Mozart • Cedar Creek Inn • Ciao Pasta Trattoria • Guapas Tapas & Wine Bar • Hamilton Oaks Winery • Hennessey’s Tavern • L’Hirondelle • Marbella Farmers Market • NYC Cafe & Catering • Pascal • PUBlic 74 • Ricardo’s Place • Sarducci’s Capistrano Depot • Sundried Tomato American Bistro • Tannins Restaurant & Wine Bar • The BrewHouse • The Swallow’s Inn • The Vintage Steakhouse • We Olive & Wine Bar 2014 WINNERS: Gold: Five Vines Wine Bar; Silver: Tannins Restaurant & Wine Bar

Best BarGOLDEN horseshoe

The Swallow’s Inn31786 Camino Capistrano, 949.493.3188, www.swallowsinn.comA night on the town in San Juan Capistrano

is not complete without a visit to the legendary Swallow’s Inn. The watering hole is a favorite among locals and has something for everyone: live music, karaoke and plenty of drink options. Make sure to take in all the knick-knacks that adorn the walls and ceilings and remember that The Swallow’s Inn is cash only.

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The BrewHouse31896 Plaza Drive, Suite D3, 949.891.2337, www.thebrewhousesjc.com

NOMINEES: 19 Sports Bar & Grill at San Juan Hills Golf Club • Bad to the Bone BBQ • Cedar Creek Inn • El Adobe de Capistrano • Five Vines Wine Bar • Guapas Tapas & Wine Bar • Hennessey’s Tavern • Marie Callendar’s • Mission Grill • PUBlic 74 • Rancho Capistrano Winery • Ricardo’s Place • Rick’s Café at Regency Theatre • Sarducci’s Capistrano Depot • Sundried Tomato American Bistro • Tannis Restaurant & Wine Bar • Thai Juan On • The Vintage Steakhouse 2014 WINNERS: Gold: The Swallow’s Inn; Silver: 19 Sports Bar & Grill at San Juan Hills Golf Club

BestBartender

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Andrew Reed and Ron Bland/The BrewHouse31896 Plaza Drive, Suite D3, 949.891.2337, www.thebrewhousesjc.com Both Andrew Reed and Ron Bland are pas-sionate about beer and perhaps even more passionate about sharing it with others,

a ing t a p r ct fi t to t n t ar they own at The BrewHouse. “I want to make a connection with the customer and make them feel like a friend showing up to my place,” Reed said. “Our role is essentially as hosts, but sometimes we act as educators of sorts.” The duo also enlists beer-tracking software with real-time access to their draft list that can be viewed online or in person.

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Kerry Deputy/Cedar Creek Inn 26860 Ortega Highway, 949.240.2229, www.cedarcreekinn.com

NOMINEES: Alejandro Beas/Ricardo’s Place, Alex/Five Vines Wine Bar, Brian Shaughnessy/Five Vines Wine Bar, Bubba/Guapas Tapas & Wine Bar, Cal Grimes/The Swallow’s Inn, Clayton/The Swallow’s Inn, Cole Fairchild/Five Vines Wine Bar, Cole Fischer/Five Vines Wine Bar, Fernando/El Adobe De Capistrano, Fidel/19 Sports Bar & Grill, Hillary/Bad to the Bone BBQ, Jared/Marie Callender’s, Jazmine Grajale, 19 Sports Bar & Grill, Je� /19 Sports Bar & Grill, Joel/Cedar Creek Inn, Joel/The Swallow’s Inn, John Kennedy/Five Vines Wine Bar, Josh/19 Sports Bar & Grill, Karman/The Swallow’s Inn, Keane Roungchun/Thai Juan On, Kerry/The Swallow’s Inn, Kyle/Rancho Capistrano Winery, Miguel/El Adobe De Capistrano, Mike Fox/Cedar Creek Inn, Miss Stevie/The Swallow’s Inn, Molly Gula/Mission Grill, Nick/Rancho Capistrano Winery, Ray Perez/The Swallow’s Inn, Randy Fairchild/Five Vines Wine Bar, Ricardo/El Adobe De Capistrano, Riya/Rancho Capistrano Winery, Sammy/The Vintage Steakhouse, Stevie/The Swallow’s Inn, Suzy Fairchild/Five Vines Wine Bar, Terry/PUBlic 74 2014 WINNERS: New Category

AT THE SHOPS

Best JewelryGOLDEN horseshoe

Zia Jewelry31761 Camino Capistrano, 949.493.1322, www.ziajewelrysanjuancap.comAt Zia Jewelry, customers can always

expect to be greeted by friendly staff and a wide array of unique, one-of-a-kind pieces crafted by designers from around the world. With an in-house jeweler who works in silver and is trained in inlay, owner Teri Chambers said customer service is the top priority at Zia. “We enjoy taking care of our customers and their pieces for a lifetime,” Chambers said.

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Capistrano Consignment32210 Camino Capistrano, 949.218.8801, www.capistranoconsignment.com

NOMINEES: Abby’s Fine Jewelry Designs • Brush Salon • Capistrano Trading Post • Chico’s • Cottage Home and Garden • Inspiration Boutique & Gallery • Kay Jewelers • Mission Gift Shop • Monaco Jewelers • Nest • Old Barn Antique Mall • PCH Jewelers • Randall Scott Jewelers • Whim Home 2014 WINNERS: Gold: Zia Jewelry; Silver: Mission Jewelry

SUZY FISHER, OWNER, FIVE VINES WINE BAR

ANDREW REED AND RON BLAND, OWNERS, THE BREWHOUSE

TERI CHAMBERS, OWNER, ZIA JEWELRY


Best ClothingGOLDEN horseshoe

Rags & Stones26850 Ortega Highway, Suite 1, 949.276.8077Shopping at Rags & Stones means getting the VIP treatment every time you shop. Customers have the opportunity to work with a stylist who will help them choose the p r ct o tfi t an acc ori t li t make a point of remembering what custom-ers purchase so that when they come in again t can contin to lp t il t ir ar ro

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Inspiration Boutique & Gallery31761 Camino Capistrano, Suite 4, 949.240.3600

NOMINEES: American Horse Products • Blue Eyed Girl • Capistrano Consign-ment • Chico’s • Costco • Las Catrinas SJC • Laura’s House • LOLO • Marshalls • Mayan Authentic Imports • Mission Hospital Thrift N Gift • Nest • Ortega Tack & Feed • Ross Dress for Less 2014 WINNERS: Gold: Inspiration Boutique & Gallery; Silver: Marshalls

Best Home Decor

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Whim Home31831 Camino Capistrano, 949.388.9600, www.whimhome.com

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NOMINEES: American Horse Products • Capistrano Consignment • Coastal Consignment and Boutique • Cottage Home and Garden • DeNaults True Value Hardware • Desert Patio • Earth Accents • Inspiration Boutique & Gallery • LA Carpet • Marshalls • Nest • Plant Depot • Revel Resale • Ross Dress for Less • The Old Barn Antique Mall • Two Doors Down • We Olive & Wine Bar 2014WINNERS: Gold: Whim Home; Silver: Cottage Home and Garden

Best Antique/SecondhandStore

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NOMINEES: Casa de Kathy • Coastal Consignment and Boutique • Laura’s House • Mission Hospital Thrift N Gift • Revel Resale • Whim Home 2014WINNERS: Gold: The Old Barn Antique Mall; Silver: Capistrano Consignment

MELISSA HUDSON, OWNER, AND RAEGAN CENTALA, MANAGER, RAGS & STONES


Best Spot for the Perfect Gift

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Brush Salon31770 Camino Capistrano, 949.496.8800, www.brushsalon.com For those with a packed social life, being able to pick out an amazing gift while wait-ing to get your hair styled is the perfect way to kill two birds with one stone. Brush Salon

a r t ing o n to fi n t p r ct gift, including complimentary gift wrapping. The salon carries a wide array of hair care and skin care products, including brands such as Kérastase Paris, Unite Eurotherapy and Jane Iredale. They also sell handmade jewelry made by local artists, luxurious can l an gi t c rtifi cat

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Whim Home31831 Camino Capistrano, 949.388.9600, www.whimhome.com

NOMINEES: Abby’s Fine Jewelry Designs • American Horse Products • Brush Salon • Camino Real Playhouse • Capistrano Consignment • Charisma Salon • Costco • Cottage Home and Garden • DeNaults True Value Hardware • Earth Ac-cents • Five Vines Wine Bar • Inspiration Boutique & Gallery • Las Catrinas SJC • Marshalls • Mission San Juan Capistrano Gift Shop • Nest • Ortega Tack & Feed • Paper Annex • Plant Depot • Rancho Capistrano Winery • Salon Capistrano • San Juan Hills Golf Club • THE Bookstore • The BrewHouse • The Ceramics Studio • The Old Antique Barn • Two Doors Down • We Olive & Wine Bar 2014WINNERS: Gold: Whim Home; Silver: Two Doors Down

Best FlowersGOLDEN horseshoe

Mother Earth Flowers32158 Camino Capistrano, Suite 105, 949.493.4400, www.motherearthflorist.com“In bloom” since 1986, owner Amir Zagar of Mother Earth Flowers continues to deliver exceptional floral arrangements and gifts to San Juan Capistrano patrons with prompt and friendly service. A bountiful list of flow-ers are expertly arranged by Zagar, creating the perfect showpiece for any and all occa-sions. In a pinch for a last-minute gift? No problem—Mother Earth’s same-day delivery has you covered.

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Plant Depot 32413 San Juan Creek Road, 949.240.2107, www.plantdepot.com

NOMINEES: Anna’s Florist • Costco • Cottage Home and Garden • Floral Occasions • La Mission Flowers & Gifts • Marbella Farmers Market • Panage • Ralphs • San Juan Florist • San Juan Capistrano Farmers Market • The Tangled Vine • Vons 2014 WINNERS: Gold: Mother Earth Flowers; Silver: Panage

Best NurseryGOLDEN horseshoe

Plant Depot32413 San Juan Creek Road, 949.240.2107, www.plantdepot.comWade through the seemingly endless leafy

ai l o lant pot to fi n in piration for any kind of greenery—indoor, outdoor, drought-tolerant, tropical, edible, vertical, horizontal—you name it. “If somebody is looking to redesign their whole house, they could come in with pictures or a drawing an can lp t ro tart to fi ni co-owner Jennifer Kittle said. “We’re a one stop shop.”

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Armstrong Garden Centers32382 Del Obispo Street, Suite D, 949.661.6666, www.armstronggarden.com

NOMINEES: Cottage Home and Garden • Ito Nursery • Tree of Life Nursery 2014 WINNERS: Gold: Plant Depot; Silver: Armstrong Garden Centers

PLANT DEPOT


Best Shop for Western Wear

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Ortega Tack & Feed37138 Rancho Viejo Road, Suite A, 949.487.1535, www.ortegatackandfeed.com Family-owned Ortega Tack and Feed pro-vides real Western wear from real cowboys, selling practically everything but the horse. Provisions include both Western and English riding apparel, such as Lucchese custom boots, Resistol and Stetson hats, and Ariat and Wrangler apparel. “We ride horses and have our own cattle,” co-owner Joe Love said. “We’re able to provide a service that helps because we understand where people are coming from.” Make sure to mark your calendars for big sales on March 5 and 6, t la t n o g t an t fi r t week of December.

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American Horse Products31896 Plaza Drive, Suite C4, 949.248.5300, www.americanhorseproducts.com

NOMINEES: Capistrano Consignment • San Juan Hills Golf Club • Ortega’s Capistrano Trading Post 2014 WINNERS: New Category

Best Specialty Grocer

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Marbella Farmers Market31109 Rancho Viejo Road, Suite A, 949.248.1067Since 1993, Marbella Farmers Market has consistently delivered the people of San Juan Capistrano fresh, wholesome foods and dairy with friendly service and afford-able pricing. Grab a coffee from the coffee

bar before you head to the deli to choose from a sprawling list of meats and cheeses. In the mood for some greens? Visit the locally-sourced salad bar with 70 items to choose from.

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Hanson’s Market32382 Del Obispo Street, 949.388.9327, www.hansonsmarket.com

NOMINEES: El Campeon • Mercado El Rey • Ralphs • San Juan Capistrano Farmers Market • South Coast Farms • Vons • We Olive & Wine Bar 2014WINNERS: Gold: Marbella Farmers Market; Silver: Hanson’s Market, San Juan Capistrano Farmers Market

Best Auto Dealer

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Capistrano Volkswagen32922 Valle Road, 949.493.4511, www.capovw.com Owner Miles Brandon’s involvement in the community and dedication to his employees has made an impression on his customers. “I think it’s our contributions within the commu-nity; we do a lot of community sponsorships,” said Brooke Campos, marketing manager. “We’re very transparent with our customers and honest in the way we do business.”

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Tuttle-Click Capistrano Ford33301 Camino Capistrano, 949.240.7000, www.capistranoford.comTuttle-Click Capistrano Ford, owned by Robert Tuttle and Jim Click, focuses on involvement in the community, such as giv-ing to the Boys & Girls Clubs, and excellence in customer service—that’s what keeps customers coming back to the dealership said General Manager Mike Aziz. “We go the extra mile to help our customers,” Aziz said.

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Ocean Honda of San Juan Capistrano33555 Camino Capistrano, 949.493.9300, www.oceanhondasjc.com

NOMINEES: Capistrano Toyota • Imperio Kia • Imperio Nissan • Ocean Kia of San Juan Capistrano • Paradise Automotive Group • Star Motors 2014 WINNERS: Gold: Tuttle-Click’s Capistrano Ford; Silver: Ocean Honda of San Juan Capistrano

SERVICES ON THE TO-DO LIST

BestBarbershop

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Brush Salon31770 Camino Capistrano, 949.496.8800, www.brushsalon.comBrush Salon takes the art of barbering seriously. “Barbering is really fashionable right now,” said owner Maureen Scafuri. Their expertise in barbering is thanks to artistic director Mucio Vidales. Vidales is a trainer for L’Oréal and stays informed of the latest trends and techniques, which he then teaches to salon staff.

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The Señor Barber 31901 Camino Capistrano, Suite 3, 949.248.4577, www.thesenorbarber.com

NOMINEES: Charisma Beauty Salon • Curtis Michaels Hair Salon • Daniel Michael Salon • Great Clips Hair Cut Salon • Hair of the Dog Barbershop • Kids Cuts & Curls • London Hair Studio & Academy • Salon Capistrano • Southwest Barbers • Steve Barnes/Sage Salon • Vincent Michael Salon 2014 WINNERS: Gold: Brush Salon; Silver: Hair of the Dog Barbershop

MARBELLA FARMERS MARKET

EMPLOYEE NICOLE PRESLEY AND CO-OWNER JOE LOVE, ORTEGA TACK & FEED


Best Hair Salon

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Brush Salon31770 Camino Capistrano, 949.496.8800, www.brushsalon.comBrush Salon owner Maureen Scafuri’s dedi-cation to her customers is what makes her salon a customer favorite. “I enjoy helping people be their best selves, and being able to provide an establishment that people can come to and be treated with kindness

ar art an fi ll it p rpo Scafuri said. “The smiles that we put on our c to r ac ar r r ar ing

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Charisma Beauty Salon32301 Camino Capistrano, Suite F, 949.240.1200, www.charismabeautysalon.net

NOMINEES: Attitudes A Salon • Curtis Michaels Hair Salon • Daniel Michael Salon • Eli Alexander Salon • Friend’s Salon • Great Clips • Hair by Carolyn • Hair by Charlotte • Hair Design • Isabel’s Beauty Salon • London Hair Studio & Academy • Sage Salon • Salon 105 • Salon Capistrano • Vincent Michael Salon • W Salon Studio 2014 WINNERS: Gold: Brush Salon; Silver: Salon Capistrano

BestManicure/Pedicure

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Salon Capistrano/Brandy Stevens32241 Camino Capistrano, Suite A-103, 949.493.2200, www.saloncapistrano.comGrapefruit sparkle to beckoning begonia and each shade in between, four-time golden horseshoe winner Brandy Stevens is as vibrant as the polishes she paints with. She brings nearly 40 years of experience helping cli nt loo t ir t ro fi ng r to to to Salon Capistrano, where fun-loving stylists preserve a positive and cheerful environment.

i pl p t ar t t t n ai of the customers who have once again voted her skilled manicures and pedicures tops.

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Lily Nails31888 Plaza Drive, Suite C4, 949.661.4942

NOMINEES: Bella Nails • Club Nails • Color Nails & Spa • Curtis Michaels Hair Salon • En Vogue Nails • Happy Nails & Spa • Lovely Nails • Matrice Varela/Sage Salon & Spa • Natural Nail Care Clinic 2014 WINNERS: Gold: Brandy Stevens/Salon Capistrano; Silver: Color Nails & Spa, Happy Nails & Spa

Best Spa for Massages,Facials, Etc.

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Brush Salon31770 Camino Capistrano, 949.496.8800, www.brushsalon.comFacialist Anne Rae is always on the cusp of

the latest trends in the skincare industry. “She has the best equipment, state-of-the-art microdermabrasion and state-of-the-art pro ct ai o n r a r n ca ri something new comes out, we always look to bring it in. If new techniques emerge, we really investigate what’s going on. We are al a loo ing to tt r o r l




Salon Capistrano32241 Camino Capistrano, Suite A-103, 949.493.2200, www.saloncapistrano.com

NOMINEES: Amata Massage Holistic Spa • Best Face Forward Skin Care • Col-or Nails & Spa • Curtis Michaels Hair Salon • Flawless Skin & Body • Lily Nails • Oriental Herbal Foot Massage • Ortega Therapy Day Spa • Paula Guerena/Salon Capistrano • Sage Salon & Spa • Taralai Thai Massage • The Massage Associates 2014 WINNERS: Gold: Brush Salon; Silver: Salon Capistrano

Best Specialty Beauty Service

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Brush Salon31770 Camino Capistrano, 949.496.8800, www.brushsalon.comWith 14 hair stylists, most hailing from the Toni & Guy Hairdressing Academy, Brush Salon has a whole lot of talent packed into one salon. Their stylists are trained in a variety of services, including specialties not found at every salon. “We really specialize in balayage, a hair coloring technique that’s

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NOMINEES: Best Face Forward Skin Care • Bronze by Brittany • Club Nails • Color Nails & Spa • Flawless Skin & Body • Happy Nails & Spa • Lily Nails • Paula Guerena/Salon Capistrano • Perfect Brows Threading Studio • Sally Beauty Supply • Salon Capistrano • W Salon Studio 2014 WINNERS: Gold: Brush Salon; Silver: Salon Capistrano

MAUREEN SCAFURI, OWNER, BRUSH SALON

BRUSH SALON STAFFMANICURIST BRANDY STEVENS, LEFT, AND SALON OWNER PAULA GUERENA, SALON CAPISTRANO


Best Yoga/Pilates Studio

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Align Pilates Center26850 Ortega Highway, Suite K, 949.481.3577, www.alignpilatescenter.com Align Pilates Center is a dream come true for yoga and Pilates lovers. The studio’s experienced instructors and state-of-the-art equipment provide yoga and Pilates classes 14 hours a day for both beginners and those looking for a challenge, including private and duet sessions with a master trainer or c rtifi ilat in tr ctor an ilat a physical therapy with licensed physical t rapi t an c rtifi ilat in tr ctor Isabella Amatuzzo. Co-owners Cara Frazier and Nicole Howard focus on quality over quantity by keeping class sizes small and o ring p r onal att ntion an t fi n a sitter for your little one? Mom and baby classes are the perfect solution.

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Club Pilates27184 Ortega Highway, Suite 206, 949.257.2292, www.clubpilates.com

NOMINEES: 24 Hour Fitness • Anytime Fitness • I Heart Yoga in the Park • In Balance Pilates and Fitness • SeaFit Studio • SolFire Yoga • Training Camp • YMCA • Yoga Bungalow 2014 WINNERS: Gold: Align Pilates Center; Silver: Yoga Bungalow

Best Gym/Workout

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Align Pilates Center26850 Ortega Highway, Suite K, 949.481.3577, www.alignpilatescenter.com

Those with busy schedules know how i fi c lt it i to fi n t ti to or o t

Luckily, Align Pilates Center offers classes from 6 a.m. to 8 p.m. so clients can squeeze in a workout before or after work. Whether you are looking to get your workout done fi r t t ing in t orning or n in at nig t with a yoga class, Align Pilates Center has you covered.

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24 Hour Fitness27131 Calle Arroyo, #1701, 949.489.9900, www. o rfi ness.com

NOMINEES: Anytime Fitness • BioDynamax • Club Pilates • CrossFit 949 • CrossFit No Boundaries • CrossFit to the Core • Curves • Eternity CrossFit • I Heart Yoga in the Park • Randy Bengtsson Lifestyle Fitness & Wellness • RedLine Athletics • SeaFit Studio • SolFire Yoga • Studio Barre • Training Camp • YMCA • Yoga Bungalow • Zen Dojos Martial Arts Academy 2014 WINNERS: Gold: 24 Hour Fitness; Silver: Eternity CrossFit

ALIGN PILATES CENTER


BestGrooming/Pet Care

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The Zuri Pet Spa & Resort 32423 Calle Perfecto, 949.429.7222, www.thezuripetspa.com Looking for a new hairdo or boarding spot for your pup or feline companion? Zuri Pet Spa & Resort has you covered. In addition to daycare, boarding, training and top-notch grooming services, owner Linda Harris said popular offerings include cat boarding as well as pet pick-up and delivery services for added convenience. The resort also has overnight staff to ensure each pet gets a good night’s sleep. “The people we hire are truly animal lovers,” Harris said. “They take good care of each guest. They get really into it, which is cool to see.”

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Ortega Animal Care Center27341 Ortega Highway, 949.487.7600, www.oaccpets.com

NOMINEES: Adorable Pet Grooming & Nutrition • Andi Lytal/Sycamore Trails Stables • Ban� eld Pet Hospital • Bed N’ Bones Dog Ranch • Capistrano Veterinary Clinic • Hilary’s Mobile Grooming • Mark Secor • Petco • PetSmart • San Juan Animal Hospital • Wig-Wag Dog Grooming 2014 WINNERS: Gold: The Zuri Pet Spa & Resort; Silver: Ortega Animal Care Center

BestVeterinarian

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Ortega Animal Care Center27341 Ortega Highway, 949.487.7600, www.oaccpets.com If your furry friend is in need of competent and comprehensive care, Ortega Animal Care Center should be on your speed dial. State-of-the-art veterinary services, a full-service pet hotel and a professional grooming and bathing salon are just a few of the services that have garnered the center its excellent reputation. In addition to knowledgeable and dedicated veterinarian and staff, the center also offers house call services and a pet shuttle. “We take a very family approach to our patients and clients,” Dr. Lynlee Fluent said. “We’re a very reason-ably priced, all-inclusive facility.”

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Mark Secor31441 Avenida de la Vista, 949.661.2225, www.missionequine.net

NOMINEES: Andi Lytal/Sycamore Trails Stables • Angela Boutet/Ban� eld Pet Hospital • Ban� eld Pet Hospital • Capistrano Veterinary Clinic • Lynlee Fluent/Ortega Animal Care Center • Matthew Brehmer/Ortega Animal Care Center • Michael Wiekamp/A Mobile Vet • PetSmart • Randall Bondurant/San Juan Animal Hospital • San Juan Animal Hospital • Veterinary Medical and Surgical Group 2014 WINNERS: Gold: Ortega Animal Care Center; Silver: Mark Secor THE ZURI PET SPA & RESORT


Best Car Repair

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Camino Import Auto Service26081 Avenida Aeropuerto, Suite F, 949.661.3522, www.caminoimportauto.comSince 1979, Camino Import Auto Service has provided expert service at reasonable prices, ensuring San Juan citizens and their favorite cruisers are ready for the road. Specializing in Mercedes Benz, Volvo and BMW vehicles, owner Bob Dallape and his crew have more than 50 years of combined experience and provide dealership-quality service to each customer and car that enters their doors.

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Star Motors32955 Calle Perfecto, 949.443.1970,www.star-motors.com

NOMINEES: Avery Automotive • Brothers Auto Care • CAARS • Capistrano Toyota • Capistrano Volkswagen • CDE Auto Repair • Chevron • Costco • Daughters Auto Repair • Goodyear Capistrano Tire & Brake • H&M Motors • Jensen Automotive Repair • Ocean Honda of San Juan Capistrano • O’Reilly Auto Parts • Ortega Shell • Paradise Automotive Group • Professional Motorcar • San Juan Shell Service • Rod’s Mu� er • Tuttle-Click Capistrano Ford • West Coast Tire & Service 2014 WINNERS: Gold: Star Motors; Silver: Camino Import Auto Service

Best Dry Cleaner

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Polo Cleaners31105 Rancho Viejo Road, 949.496.7354, www.polocleaners.comRiaz Chauthani—owner of Polo Dry Clean-ers—has boiled his experience of more than 35 years down to one simple maxim: “We want our customers to get that feeling you g t n o ar o t ing or t fi r t time.” Chauthani’s goal is for dry cleaning to be so simple for his customers that they don’t even have to think about it, and offers same-day service and free delivery twice a

week to that end. “We want people to know that when they bring their stuff here, it’s going to be done right, on time and with a smile,” Chauthani said.

SILVER horseshoe

Shine Cleaners32301 Camino Capistrano, Suite H, 949.661.2023

NOMINEES: Express Cleaners • Mission Village Cleaners • Ortega Highway Cleaners • Plaza Cleaners • San Juan Cleaners • Town & Country One Hour Cleaners • Urban Cleaners 2014 WINNERS: Gold: Town & Country One Hour Cleaners; Silver: Polo Cleaners

Best Horse Training

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Christina Carson/Ortega Equestrian Center27252 Calle Arroyo, 949.661.3130, www.ortegaequestriancenter.com

t r o r a fi r t ti ri r or a grizzl veteran of the unbeaten path, Christina Carson of Ortega Equestrian Center will provide you with the necessary knowledge and technique to sharpen your skillset on horseback. “I’ve been training with Kathy Holman for 29 years and have been in San Juan Capistrano for four,” Carson said. “I adjust my classes to my clients’ and their horses’ needs so they get the most out of each lesson.”

SILVER horseshoe

Becky Holman/Black Diamond Performance Horses28411 San Juan Creek Road, 949.661.4905, www.blackdiamondperformancehorses.com

NOMINEES: Auburn Excell Brady/Excell Equestrian • Dallas Reins/DW Performance Horses • Dana Smith/Dana Smith Show Team • DeeDee Jo Perlas • Equestricise • Ivy Gate Farm • J.F. Shea Therapeutic Riding Center • John Ber-ney/John Berney Equestrian • Joie Gatlin & Morley Abey Show Jumping • Judy Westlake • Meghan Harris/Elite Equestrian Training Stables • Mission Trails Horse Stables • Paci� c Coast Show Jumpers • Rancho Sierra Vista Equestrian • Rick Hansen • Sycamore Trails Stables • Woodland Farms Equestrian 2014WINNERS: New Category

CHRISTINA CARSON, ORTEGA EQUESTRIAN CENTER

RIAZ CHAUTHANI, OWNER, POLO DRY CLEANERS

BOB DALLAPE, OWNER, CAMINO IMPORT AUTO SERVICE


Best Dental Health Care Provider

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Carol Daderian, D.D.S32272 Camino Capistrano, Suite C, 949.661.3594, www.caroldaderiandds.comWhether it’s as a member of the local Rotary Club or participating in Relay for Life, Carol Daderian enjoys giving back to the com-munity that’s embraced her family practice for the last 20 years. “There’s no magic formula,” Daderian said of her success in San Juan Capistrano. “Our patients and our longtime staff really are like our family. If you treat them like gold, they’ll stay with you forever.” Daderian said she’s looking forward to another 20 years of community service and offering high-quality dental services in San Juan. “This is a great town. I love it here,” she said.

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Scott Lamming, D.D.S. 31876 Del Obispo, Suite 9, 949.661.2290, www.drlamming.com

NOMINEES: Alipaz Family Dentistry • Bradford Staph, D.D.S. • Capistrano Dental Group • Charles Wilson, D.D.S. • Charles Slone, D.D.S. • Harvard Cosmetic Dentistry • Kenneth Pearson, D.D.S. • Lawrence Kaban, D.D.S. • Mark Sayed, D.M.D. • Ortega Dental Care • Richard Wodiske, D.D.S./La Paz Dentistry • Robert Faber, D.D.S. • Robert Kluss, D.D.S. • Teddy Bear Dental • Tina Azin, D.D.S. • Tram Hall, D.D.S. 2014 WINNERS: Gold: Carol Daderian, D.D.S.; Silver: Charles Slone, D.D.S.

Best Medical Health Care Provider

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MemorialCare Medical Group31001 Rancho Viejo Road, 949.661.9600, www.memorialcare.org With 29 locations and 250 physicians throughout Orange County, MemorialCare Medical Group has you and your family’s best health and interest in mind. Urgent care centers open 365 days a year, telephone ad-vice nurses available 24/7 and lab and X-ray services available on-site at most locations provide each patient with the professional medical help they need. MemorialCare promises, “Exceptional People. Extraordi-nary Care. Every Time.”

SILVER horseshoe

Kaiser Permanente30400 Camino Capistrano, 888.988.2800, www.southerncalifornia.kaiserpermanente.org

NOMINEES: Beverly Hendrickson, M.D. • Calvin Ross, D.C./Ross Wellness Cen-ter • Daniel Fortmann, M.D. • David Pino, M.D. • Gracia Covarrubias, M.D. • Jean Marangu, M.D. • Je� rey Klein, M.D. • Jen Padrta, D.C./Adjust Back to Health • John Carruth, M.D./My TLC Pediatrics • Illeana Spizzirri, M.D. • Lizander C. Pandy, D.O./Ross Medical Associates • Mimi Trihn, M.D./Bristol Park Medical Group • Mitchell Na� cy, M.D./Na� cy Medical Group • Paloma Medical Group • Patricia A. Ahearn, M.D. • Ross Medical Associates • San Juan Family Health Urgent Care Medical Center • TLC Pediatrics • Trung Troung, M.D./Bristol Park Medical Group • United Health Care • Ya-Hua Fang, M.D. 2014 WINNERS: Gold: Ross Medical Associates; Silver: Kaiser Permanente

CAROL DADERIAN, D.D.S


J.F. SHEA THERAPEUTIC RIDING CENTER

BestAlternative Health Care Provider

GOLDEN horseshoe

Jen Padrta, D.C./Adjust Back to Health32382 Del Obispo Street, Suite B4, 949.496.9355, www.adjustbacktohealth.comPerennial golden horseshoe winner and third-generation chiropractor, Doctor Jen Padrta has serviced national and interna-tional patients as young as an hour after birth and as old as 95. Along with traditional chiropractic care, Padrta offers prenatal and neonatal care, clinical nutrition consulting and a number of other services all aimed to ensure that each patient, regardless of age, reaches their optimal health.

SILVER horseshoe

Apex Chiropractic & SCI Wellness Center 33159 Camino Capistrano, Suite D, 949.488.0016, www.apexchirowellness.com

NOMINEES: Acupuncture Halls • Axos Acupuncture • Best Face Forward • Boshman Chiropractic Center • Fox Chiropractic Sports Rehabilitation Center • Glen Alis, D.C./Delta Wellness Group • Kaisa Coppola/Applied Kinesiology • Kelly Boshman, D.C. • Makena Marangu, M.D. • Martha Hall, L.Ac/Acupuncture Halls • Mission Chiropractic • O.C. Spine & Physical Medicine • Sten Kerwin, D.C. • Sycamore Chiropractic • Thermal Body Scans of Orange County • Vida Hermosa Chiropractic 2014 WINNERS: Gold: Jen Padrta, D.C./Adjust Back to Health; Silver: Martha Hall, L.Ac/Acupuncture Halls

Best Overall Customer Service

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Brush Salon31770 Camino Capistrano, 949.496.8800, www.brushsalon.com Customer service is a priority at Brush Salon. “I think our customers are so loyal because the overall guest experience we provide is incomparable to any other busi-ness in the area,” said owner Maureen Sca-furi. “We do our best to positively influence their lives with our talents in hairdressing, tran or ing t ir confi nc il al o being attentive to their needs and treating them with kindness and respect.”

SILVER horseshoe

Jen Padrta, D.C./Adjust Back to Health32382 Del Obispo Street, Suite B-4, 949.496.9355, www.adjustbacktohealth.com

NOMINEES: 19 Sports Bar & Grill at San Juan Hills Golf Club • A’s Burgers • American Horse Products • Armstrong Garden Centers • Bad to the Bone BBQ • Brandy Stevens/Salon Capistrano • Bravo Burgers • Bronze by Brittany • CAARS • Camino Import Auto Service • Camino Real Playhouse • Capistrano Brake and Tire • Capistrano Consignment • Capistrano Volkswagen • Carol Daderian, D.D.S. • Cedar Creek Inn • Charisma Beauty Salon • Chico’s • CitiBank • Cloud 9 Bakery • Club Pilates • Coast Co� ee & Tea • Color Nails & Spa • Costco • Cottage Home and Garden • CR&R • DeNaults True Value Hardware • El Adobe de Capistrano • Classic Cars • FedEx • Five Vines Wine Bar • Friends of the Library

Bookstore • Guapas Tapas & Wine Bar • Hidden House Co� ee • Independence Bank • L’Hirondelle • LA Carpet • Marbella Farmers Market • Mercado El Rey • Mission Grill • Mission San Juan Capistrano • Mollies Famous Café • NYC Café & Catering • Ocean Honda of San Juan Capistrano • Old Barn Antique Mall • Ortega Animal Care Center • Ortega Equestrian Center • Paradise Auto Center • Pets Plus • Plant Depot • Polo Cleaners • PUBlic 74 • Ralphs • Rancho Capistrano Winery • Ricardo’s Place • Rite Aid • Ross Medical Associates • Salon Capistrano • Sami’s Tailoring • San Juan Capistrano Chamber of Commerce • San Juan Capistrano Community Center • San Juan Hills Golf Club • San Juan Photo & Digital • Sarducci’s Capistrano Depot • Seaside Air Conditioning and Heating • South Coast Farms • Star Motors • Town & Country One Hour Cleaners • The BrewHouse • The Swallow’s Inn • The Vintage Steakhouse • The Zuri Pet Spa & Resort • Tspoons • Tuttle-Click Capistrano Ford • Vons • We Olive & Wine Bar • Wells Fargo • Westcoast Tire Service • Zen Dojos Martial Arts 2014 WINNERS: Gold: Jen Padrta, D.C./Adjust Back to Health; Silver: Town & Country One Hour Cleaners

Best Local Nonprof it Organization

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J.F. Shea TherapeuticRiding Center26284 Oso Road, 949.240.8441, www.sheacenter.org

inc t nonprofi t op n it oor in 1978, the J.F. Shea Therapeutic Riding Center has grown to be one of the premier therapeutic riding centers in Northern America. Utilizing horses, a staff of trained therapists and more than 800 generous local volunteers, the riding center truly changes the lives of all who participate in its horse-related programs. The center’s aim

is to help riders develop strength, balance, pride, self-reliance and reasoning and com-munication skills.

SILVER horseshoe

Boys & Girls Clubs of Capistrano Valley1 Via Positiva, 949.240.7898, www.bgccapo.com

NOMINEES: AYSO Region 87 • Beach Cities Quilters Guild • Breakthrough San Juan • Camino Health Center Auxiliary • Camino Real Playhouse • Community Emergency Response Team • Community Presbyterian Church • Corazon, Inc. • Fiesta Association • Friends of the San Juan Capistrano Library • Great

Opportunities • Habitat for Humanity • Helping Hands Worldwide • Homefront America • Kathy’s House • La Vaqueras Riding Club • Laura’s House • Mission Preservation Foundation • Mission San Juan Capistrano • Otra Mas • Relay for Life • Rotary Club of San Juan Capistrano • Saint Basil’s Greek Orthodox Church • San Juan Capistrano Chamber of Commerce • San Juan Capistrano Equestrian Coalition • San Juan Capistrano Historical Society • San Juan Capistrano Open Space Foundation • San Juan Children’s Education Foundation • Serras Pantry & Outreach Mission • The Ark of San Juan • The Ecology Center • The Women’s Club of San Juan Capistrano • West Coast Film Festival 2014 WINNERS: Gold: Special Camp for Special Kids; Silver: J.F. Shea Therapeutic Riding Center

Best Senior Living Facility

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Atria San Juan32353 San Juan Creek Road, 949.625.4889, www.artiaseniorliving.com As Dorothy said, “There’s no place like home.” And at Atria San Juan, home is what r i nt fi n it t a a niti an ining o a fi n r ort o pl it a knowledgeable 24-hour staff, Atria San Juan provides a unique retirement living experience for residents of all care levels, be it independent, assisted or memory care.

ail fi tn nt rtain nt an li long learning events, a putting green, worship space and wellness center keep residents active, engaged and entertained.

SILVER horseshoe

Silverado San Juan Capistrano Memory Care Community30311 Camino Capistrano, 949.240.0550, www.silveradocare.com

NOMINEES: Brookdale San Juan Capistrano • Seasons Senior Apartments 2014 WINNERS: Gold: Atria San Juan; Silver: Silverado San Juan Capistrano Memorial Care Community

GETTING OUT

Best TrailGOLDEN horseshoe

San Juan Creek Trailwww.sanjuancapistrano.orgBike, walk, run to the beach, San Juan’s a orit trail l a traig t to t acifi c

Snaking along San Juan Creek, this flat, il pat tr tc ing ro all rro o

and Avenida Siega south to Doheny State ac i a a n or acti it r

Horse stables and community parks dot the trailside. Trail hitters of all ages will enjoy t i cit c nic ro t fi ll it trian sights and sounds as well as playgrounds.

SILVER horseshoe

Patriot Trailwww.sanjuancapistrano.org

NOMINEES: Arboleda Trail • Arroyo Park Trail • Barking Dog Trail • Belford-Marbella Trail • Caballo Trail • Caspers Wilderness Park • Cerro Rebal Trail • Colinas Ridge Trail • Cook Lane Trail • Corales View Trail • Delgado Canyon Trail • East La Ronda Trail • Entrada Trail • Estilita Trail (West Bank) • Evita Trail • Forster Canyon Trail • Goldenridge Trail • Harbor View Trail • Helicopter Hill Trail • Highland Trail • La Mancha Trail • La Novia Trail • Lacouage Trail • Las Ramblas Trail • Las Vaqueras Trail • Los Rios Trail • Malaspina Trail • Mission Hills Trail • Oso Trail-Juaneno Trail Loop • Peacock Trail • Peppertree Bend Trail • Prima Deshecha Trail • Shea Trail • Siega Trail • Spotted Bull Trail • Stoneridge Trail • Trabuco Creek Trail • Trabuco Ridge Trail • Whispering Hills Trail 2014WINNERS: Gold: Patriot Trail; Silver: San Juan Creek Trail

SAN JUAN CREEK TRAIL

Photo: Taryn Trumble


Best ParkGOLDEN horseshoe

Los Rios ParkLos Rios Street, www.sanjuancapistrano.orgSituated in downtown San Juan Capistrano, scenic Los Rios Park is surrounded by numerous historic structures and 1790s adobes lining both sides of Los Rios Street–together they comprise one of the oldest continuing neighborhoods in Orange County. The park itself features shaded benches, picnic tables, a public restroom and drink-ing fountains to accompany the large play structure. Pack a picnic for the park and enjoy the shops and sights along Los Rios Street to make a day of it.

SILVER horseshoe

Reata Park and Event Center28632 Ortega Highway, www.sanjuancapistrano.org

NOMINEES: Arroyo Park • Caspers Wilderness Park • Cook Park • Dr. Joe Cor-tese Dog Park • Historic Town Center Park • Rancho Mission Viejo Riding Park • San Juan Capistrano Community Center and Sports Park 2014 WINNERS: Gold: Reata Park and Event Center; Silver: Los Rios Park

Best StableGOLDEN horseshoe

Ortega Equestrian Center27252 Calle Arroyo, 949.661.3130, www.ortegaequestriancenter.comA paradise for the horses and horse owners of San Juan Capistrano, Ortega Equestrian Center has appropriately taken home another golden horseshoe this year. Con-nected to more than 50 miles of horse trails, the center boasts a number of amenities, including pristine stalls, two large riding arenas, washing areas and more, all run by an expert and friendly staff. “We’re very family-oriented people,” said owner Kathy Holman.


Sycamore Trails Stables26282 Oso Road, 949.661.1755, www.sycamoretrails.com


Tar Farms StableS28411 San Juan Creek Road, 949.315.5132, www.tarfarms.com

NOMINEES: Acorn Farm • Black Diamond Performance Horse • Chels� eld Riding Stable • Ivy Gate Farm • J.F. Shea Therapeutic Riding Center • Joie Gatlin & Morley Abey Show Jumping • Mission Trails Stables • Rancho Sierra Vista Horse Boarding Stables • Rio Vista Stables • Sycamore Trails Stables • The Oaks Farms 2014 WINNERS: Gold: Ortega Equestrian Center; Silver: Tar Farms Stable

Best Riding Lesson

GOLDEN horseshoe

Ortega Equestrian Center27252 Calle Arroyo, 949.661.3130, www.ortegaequestriancenter.com Looking to sharpen your riding skills? Ortega Equestrian Center’s staff is one of the best in the business. With lessons de-signed to bring out the best in you and your horse, you’ll learn everything from the very basics of horseback riding to trailer loading and working with cattle. Whether you’re a beginner or a veteran of the saddle, the center’s staff is ready to impart their expert knowledge. Lessons are offered seven days a week by appointment. The center caters to riders of all ages, and generally begins o ring l on to c il r n a o ng a fi years old. Riders taking lessons can also take advantage of the center’s guided trail rides, led by expert trainers.


Dana Smith Show Team31441 Avenida De La Vista, 949.922.3657, www.danasmithshowteam.com


Pacific Coast Show JumpersSycamore Trails Stables, 26282 Oso Road,

. . www. acifi ccoas s ow m ers.com

NOMINEES: Black Diamond Performance Horse • Cold Spring Farm • DeeDee Jo Perlas • DW Performance Horses • Equestricise • Excell Equestrian • Ivy Gate Farm • J.F. Shea Therapeutic Riding Center • John Berney/John Berney Eques-trian • Joie Gatlin & Morley Abey Show Jumping • Judy Westlake • Meghan Harris/Elite Equestrian Training Stables • Mission Trails Horse Stables • Rancho Sierra Vista Equestrian • Rick Hansen • Sycamore Trails Stables • Woodland Farms Equestrian 2014 WINNERS: New Category

LOS RIOS PARK


Best Special Event/WeddingVenue

GOLDEN horseshoe

The Villa San Juan Capistrano31431 Camino Capistrano, 949.291.3102, www.thevillasjc.com From the restored house built circa 1918 to the courtyard surrounded by large fruit trees and lit by Spanish gas lamps, The Villa is a beautiful and historic setting for weddings and other special events. John Q. Humphreys, owner/chef of the Ramos House Café, is the proprietor, bringing the same high quality, farm-to-table cuisine he’s become known for.

SILVER horseshoe

El Adobe De Capistrano31891 Camino Capistrano, 949.493.1163, www.eladobedecapistrano.com

NOMINEES: Bliss Productions • Café Mozart • Calvary Chapel • Capistrano Lakes • Ciao Pasta Trattoria • Five Vines Wine Bar • Franciscan Gardens • Hamilton Oaks Winery • Los Rios Park • Marbella Country Club • Mission San Juan Capistrano • Plaza de Magdalena • Rancho Capistrano Winery • Reata Park and Event Center • San Juan Capistrano Library • San Juan Hills Golf Club • Serra Chapel at the Mission San Juan Capistrano • The Swallow’s Inn • The Ramos House Café • The Vintage Steakhouse 2014 WINNERS: Gold: San Juan Hills Golf Club; Silver: El Adobe de Capistrano

Best Historic Spot

GOLDEN horseshoe

Mission San Juan Capistrano26801 Ortega Highway, 949.234.1300, www.missionsjc.comFounded on All Saint’s Day in 1776, Mission San Juan Capistrano bares California’s dynamic past in each religious relic, white stucco façade and stone remaining from the 1812 earthquake’s destruction. This 18th century vestige, the seventh of the state’s

i ion a o to ali ornia fi r t iron forage, vineyards and winery. Preservation is a priority at the Mission, from preserving historical artifacts to sharing information about the site, so that visitors leave with a deeper appreciation for California’s history. Today, it remains a community hub for learning, crafts and culture—a living historic setting where guests can experience the stories and memories of past inhabitants.

SILVER horseshoe

Los Rios Historic DistrictLos Rios Street, www.sanjuancapistrano.org

NOMINEES: Basilica San Juan Capistrano • Calvary Chapel • El Adobe de Cap-istrano • Little Hollywood • Montanez Adobe • O’Neill Museum • Ramos House • Rancho Capistrano Winery • San Juan Capistrano Library • The Egan House • The Tea House on Los Rios • Train Depot 2014 WINNERS: Gold: Mission San Juan Capistrano; Silver: Los Rios Historic District

Best Family ExcursionSpot

GOLDEN horseshoe

Mission San Juan Capistrano26801 Ortega Highway, 949.234.1300, www.missionsjc.com California’s rich cultural past comes to life at Mission San Juan Capistrano, where young visitors can experience the daily

lives of Mission Native Americans though adobe brick building, arrowhead necklace making and basket weaving. Children can also embark on an amusing, imaginative Mission audio tour with Megan and Tommy, two fourth-grade students helping a man

i plac in ti r t rn to oi fi feedings, storytelling and gold panning make this “Jewel” of the missions shine for kids.

SILVER horseshoe

Zoomars Petting Zoo31791 Los Rios Street, 949.831.6550, www.zoomars.com

NOMINEES: Downtown San Juan Capistrano • Los Rios Historic District • Ortega Equestrian Center • Patriot Trail • Rancho Viejo Riding Park • Regency Theatre • San Juan Capistrano Community Center and Sports Park • San Juan Capistrano Library • South Coast Farms • The Ceramics Studio • The Ecology Center • The Ramos House Café • Train Depot 2014 WINNERS: Gold: Zoomars Petting Zoo; Silver: Mission San Juan Capistrano

BestEntertainmentVenue

GOLDEN horseshoe

The Coach House33157 Camino Capistrano, 949.496.8930, www.thecoachhouse.comSince 1980, The Coach House concert hall in San Juan Capistrano has played host to the top musical acts across a variety of genres. Artists like B.B. King, Tom Jones and the Black Crowes have graced the stage at the intimate venue. The Coach House routinely brings in a wide variety of acts in-cluding comedy shows and even offers local bands a chance at performing on stage.

SILVER horseshoe

The Swallow’s Inn31786 Camino Capistrano, 949.493.3188, www.swallowsinn.com

NOMINEES: 19 Sports Bar & Grill at San Juan Hills Golf Club • Bad to the Bone BBQ • Café Mozart • Camino Real Playhouse • Downtown San Juan Capistrano • El Adobe de Capistrano • Five Vines Wine Bar • Guapas Tapas & Wine Bar • Historic Town Center Park • Mission San Juan Capistrano • NYC Cafe & Catering • PUBlic 74 • Rancho Capistrano Winery • Regency Theatre • Ricardo’s Place • San Juan Rodeo Grounds • Sarducci’s Capistrano Depot • The BrewHouse • The Olives Branch • The Vintage Steakhouse • Zoomars Petting Zoo 2014 WINNERS: Gold: 19 Sports Bar & Grill at San Juan Hills Golf Club; Silver: The Coach House, Regency Theatre

THE VILLA SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO

THE COACH HOUSE

Photo: Adrian Jon Photography


Best Local Annual Event

GOLDEN horseshoe

Swallows Day Parade949.493.1976, www.swallowsparade.comThe nation’s largest non-motorized parade, now in its 58th year, returns to San Juan Capistrano each spring to mark the legend-ar r t rn o t allo an t fi nal of the Fiesta de las Golondrinas season. Presented by the San Juan Capistrano Fiesta Association, the Swallows Day Parade brings tens of thousands of visitors to historic downtown San Juan to enjoy the Western-themed events, including the Mercado Street Faire.


J.F. Shea Therapeutic Riding Center BBQ & Family Faire26284 Oso Road, 949.240.8441, www.sheacenter.org


Rancho Mission Viejo Rodeo30753 La Pata Road, www.rmvrodeo.com

NOMINEES: 4th of July Celebration • Battle of the Mariachis • Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony • Easter Eggstravaganza • Eco Garden Expo • El Presidente Ball • Elf Crawl • Ghost Tours • Green Feast • Heritage BBQ at Amantes Camp • Hoos’Gow Day • Kids Pet Parade • Music Under the Stars • Return of the Swallows • Romance at the Mission Bene� t Gala • San Juan Capistrano Car Show • San Juan Summer Nights Concert Series • Shakespeare Under the Stars • St. Joseph’s Day • Taste of San Juan • The Swallow’s Inn Chili Cook-o� • Vintage Food & Wine Festival • Wounded Warriors Gold Tournament 2014WINNERS: Gold: Swallows Day Parade; Silver: Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony, J.F. Shea Therapeutic Riding Center BBQ & Family Faire, Vintage Food & Wine Festival

Best Place to Take Out of Towners

GOLDEN horseshoe

Mission San Juan Capistrano26801 Ortega Highway, 949.234.1300, www.missionsjc.comSan Juan’s lively spirit, vibrant cultures and storied past have been embodied in Mission San Juan Capistrano for 240 years, making California’s “Jewel” mission a must-visit for all those passing through. Lush Mission gar-dens, Great Stone Church ruins and a vast collection of historic paintings, artifacts and photographs offer a glimpse of times gone by, while the annual Music Under the Stars concert series, swallows celebration and mariachi face-off highlight the Mis-sion’s evolution and timeless community ignifi canc ari t o a io an g i

tours are offered daily, including tours of the garden and the Serra Chapel.

SILVER horseshoe

Los Rios Historic DistrictLos Rios Street, www.sanjuancapistrano.org

NOMINEES: 19 Sports Bar & Grill at San Juan Hills Golf Club • Bad to the Bone BBQ • Capistrano Consignment • Cedar Creek Inn • Ciao Pasta Trattoria • Cottage Home and Garden • Downtown San Juan Capistrano • El Adobe de Capistrano • Five Vines Wine Bar • Guapas Tapas & Wine Bar • Hummingbird House Café • L’Hirondelle • Mollies Famous Cafe • NYC Cafe & Catering • Ortega Equestrian Center • Pascal • Rancho Capistrano Winery • Ricardo’s Place • San Juan Capistrano Library • San Juan Creek Trail • San Juan Hills Golf Club • Sar-ducci’s Capistrano Depot • Sundried Tomato American Bistro • THE Bookstore • The BrewHouse • The Old Barn Antique Mall • The Ramos House Café • The Swallow’s Inn • The Tea House on Los Rios • Train Depot • We Olive & Wine Bar • Zoomars Petting Zoo 2014 WINNERS: Gold: Mission San Juan Capistrano; Silver: Los Rios Historic District

SWALLOWS DAY PARADE 2015

9th annual best of san juan capistrano people's choice horseshoe awards

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