Our readers cast their votes, we tallied them, and here are the winners of EIL's Best of 2016. From sweet tea to swimsuits and manicures to men's ties, these are the cream of the crop in the Golden Isles. Congratulations to everyone!
1 of 105
19th Hole Package Store - Best Liquor Store Wine Selection, Liquor Store Overall
2 of 105
Ace Garden Center - Best Garden Center
3 of 105
ACE Island Hardware - Best Hardware Store & Store With Most Helpful Staff
4 of 105
Atlantic National Bank - Best Local Bank
5 of 105
B & B Design and Consign - Best Consignment Shopping, Furniture
6 of 105
The Bailey Boys - Best Children Clothes
7 of 105
Barbara Jean's - Best Southern Cooking, Bread & Rolls, Crabcakes, Meatloaf, Pie, Sweet Tea, Vegetable Plate
8 of 105
Best Bartender - Male - Chris Maxell; Best Bartender - Female - Lara Johns Forsyth; Best Server - Female - Cindy Stephenson
9 of 105
Beachview Event Rentals & Design - Best Party Rentals
10 of 105
Brogen's - Best Burgers, Chili and Kid-Friendly (tie)
11 of 105
Betsy Knight - Best Dog Groomer
12 of 105
Bill Duckworth Tire - Best Auto Repair
13 of 105
Blackwater Grill - Best Shrimp & Grits
14 of 105
Bonefish Grill - Best Martini
15 of 105
Brunswick Manor - Best Bed & Breakfast
16 of 105
Bubba Garcia's Mexican Cantina - Best Burrito, Mexican, Margarita
17 of 105
Butler's Stash - Best Trendiest Women Wear
18 of 105
Chris Martinez (The Brick/Elite Fitness) - Best Personal Trainer
19 of 105
Cloister Collection - Best Sundresses; Women Casual Evening Wear
20 of 105
The Club - Best Fitness Center
21 of 105
Cricket Shop - Best Women's Swimsuits
22 of 105
Chris Moncus - Best Family Photographer, Wedding Photographer
23 of 105
Crista Lee Stoddard - Best Dog Groomer
24 of 105
Coastal Greenery - Best Landscaper
25 of 105
Crabdaddy's Seafood Grill - Best Seafood - Overall, Restaurant to Take Visitors, Restaurant - Overall, Dinner
26 of 105
The Crab Trap - Best Fried Oysters
27 of 105
Cunningham Jewelers - Best Wedding Gifts, Baby Gifts, Frames & Decorative Accessories Gift Shop
28 of 105
Dana Gardner - Best Real Estate Agent
29 of 105
Denae Daniels - Best Hair Salon
30 of 105
The Darkroom - Best Portrait Photographer
31 of 105
Delaney's Bistro and Bar - Most Elegant Restaurant
32 of 105
Del Sur Bakery - Best Pie & Desserts
33 of 105
ECHO at The King and Prince Resort - Best Restaurant with A Beach Vibe, Outdoor Dining, Place to Meet Singles, Weekend Party Scene, View from a Restaurant
34 of 105
Edwards on Saint Simons - Best Florist
35 of 105
Evelyne Talman - Best Women's Evening Wear
36 of 105
Fancy Q - Best Sushi
37 of 105
Fuse - Best Frozen Yogurt
38 of 105
G. J. Ford Bookshop - Best Bookstore
39 of 105
Gentlemen's Outfitter - Best Menswear
40 of 105
Georgia Sea Grill - Best Appetizers & Best Specialty Cocktail
41 of 105
Glynn Visual Arts - Best Place to Buy Orginal Art
42 of 105
Golden Isles Bracelet Co. - Best St. Simons Keepsake
43 of 105
Golden Isles Strummers - Best Quirky Thing about St. Simons Island
44 of 105
Gogo Jewelry - Best Art Jewelry
45 of 105
Gnat's Landing - Best Salad, Cole Slaw & Place to Watch the GA/FL Game
46 of 105
h20 creative group - Best Graphic Design
47 of 105
The Half Shell - Best Bloody Mary, Pork Chops, Soup
48 of 105
Halyard's - Best Bar Selection, Wine Selection, Place to Eat at the Bar
Tramici Neighborhood Italian - Best Italian, First Date, Pasta
49 of 105
Hamby's By Air Package Store - Best Liquor Store - Overall (tie)
50 of 105
Hampton Club - Best Golf Course
51 of 105
Hodnett Cooper - Best Vacation Rentals
52 of 105
Hodnett Cooper - Best Real Esate Firm
53 of 105
Hot Dog Alley - Best Hot Dog
54 of 105
Island Day Spa - Best Day Spa
55 of 105
Island Natural Market - Best Health & Organic Foood
56 of 105
Joesph Jewelers - Best Fine Jewelry
57 of 105
Keith (KK) Keithcart - Best Male Server
58 of 105
Kennedy Outfitters - Best Fishing Charters
59 of 105
The King and Prince Beach and Golf Resort - Best Hotel, Corporate Citizen
60 of 105
Kitchen by Design - Best Kitchen & Bath Design
61 of 105
Loco's Grill & Pub - Best Sports Bar, Wings
62 of 105
Low Country Walk - Best Antique Shop
63 of 105
Love & Sweat - Best Active Wear
64 of 105
Mary Bryan Peyer - Best Interior Designer
65 of 105
Mellow Mushroom - Best Beer Selection, Beer on Tap
66 of 105
Millican Eye Center - Best Eyewear and Glasses
67 of 105
Monkeywench - Best Bike Shop
68 of 105
Moo Cow - Best Ice Cream
69 of 105
Murphy's Tavern - Best Place to Shoot Pool
70 of 105
Nalley Buick GMC - Best Auto Dealership
71 of 105
Ocean Motion - Best Bike Rentals
72 of 105
Palm Coast Coffee - Best Lunch, Sandwich, Vegetarian Friendly & Place to Listen to Live Music
73 of 105
Paddle & Putt - Best Paddleboard Shop
74 of 105
Patricia Ploeger - Best Yoga Instructor
75 of 105
Palmer's Village Cafe - Best Brunch, Breakfast
76 of 105
The Pampered Foot - Best Women's Shoes and Sandals
77 of 105
Pet Exchange - Best Pet Store
78 of 105
Puppy Paradise - Best Dog Care
79 of 105
Refresh and Refine - Best Beauty Products
80 of 105
Roberta's - Best Hats
81 of 105
Rosalee's - Best Manicure-Pedicure
82 of 105
Ray Scarborough - Best Dog Trainer
83 of 105
St. Simons Drug Co. - Funniest Greeting Cards
84 of 105
St. Simons Sweets - Candy
85 of 105
Sal's Neighborhood Pizzeria - Best Pizza
86 of 105
Seaside Veterinary Hospital - Best Veterinarian
87 of 105
Shoreline Marine - Best Boat Dealer
88 of 105
Soma - Best Women's Lingerie
89 of 105
Southeast Adventure Outfitters - Best Kayak Tours & Rentals
90 of 105
Southern Soul Barbeque - Best Place to Eat with Locals, Food to Go, Ribs, Mac & Cheese, Barbeque
91 of 105
The Southern Table - Best Mainland Restaurant
92 of 105
The Spa at Redfern - Best Facials and Skincare
93 of 105
Straton Hall Events - Best Catering Company, Event Planner
94 of 105
Sweet Mama's - Best Muffins, Cake
95 of 105
Taylor House - Best Furniture & Home Accesories
96 of 105
That's Italian Cucina e Pizzeria Napoleletana- Best New Restaurant
97 of 105
Tibi - Best Women's Designer Apparel
98 of 105
Tipsy McSway's Neighborhood Bar - Best Neighborhood Bar
99 of 105
Two Friends - Best Funky Jewelry, Handbags, Candles & Rugs
100 of 105
Village Inn & Pub - Best Place to Meet Friends
101 of 105
Wake Up Coffee - Best Coffee; Hot Tea
102 of 105
Whippersnapper's - Best Toy Store
103 of 105
William McKenzie - Best Financial Advisor
104 of 105
The Yellow Canary - Best Women's Casual Apparel
105 of 105
Zuzu's - Best French Fries
