Best of Fayetteville 2021

24 th ANNUAL 2021 SPECIAL EDITION

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Best Business to Adapt and How Best Cleaning and Sanitation Services Chick-Fil-A 911 Restoration Multiple locations 536 N. Eastern Blvd. www.chick-fil-a.com 910-889-8086 or www.911restorationfayetteville.com We all know that Chick- Fil-A is a cut above the rest when it comes to customer service and producing awesome food served hot and quickly, but even the ardent fans of their crispy chicken were overwhelmed by the organizations abil- ity to adapt to COVID-19 While 911 Restoration is generally known for helping out with water and restrictions and still storm damage, when COVID-19 rolled around, the company upped their game maintain its regular hours. On top of that, the friendly customer service was to meet the needs of local businesses to keep their places sanitized and ready not impacted at all. While others struggled, Chick-Fil-A rose to the top. Within to receive customers. The company quickly assured their customers that they a few days, the greatest drive through line was implemented. From an outsid- didn’t have to try to handle the pandemic on their own. They offered profes- ers’s perspective, I felt like the staff may have visited Rick Hendrick’s racing sional help in keeping local businesses sanitized and cleaned. Their highly and picked up some tips from the crew of the race team on how to turn a prod- trained sanitization specialists quickly sanitized local businesses and also uct in 30 seconds. The food was served hot and the Chick-Fil-A employees kept offered residential property owners a fresh start. The focus on keeping your their smiles, warm welcome and every visitor was given the expected thanks, property cleaned with sanitization services was well received by Fayetteville “Is there anything else I can do for you?” and “have a great day,” by servers businesses, who used the service, that based its disinfection solutions on the who were running, but still smiling and making you feel like family. If we ever guidelines issued by the EPA and the CDC. Local business owners counted go to war, Chick-Fil-A should make our battle plan, because their COVID plan on 911 Restoration to thoroughly clean and sanitize their properties, which was without equal and our readers voted Chick-Fil-A their #1 choice. allowed them to continue to conduct business in the face of the pandemic. Best of Fayetteville SEPTEMBER 29-OCTOBER 5, 2021 UCW 3

CITY life Best Use of Local Tax Dollars Best Local Landmark Highways and Road Maintenance The Market House Downtown Fayetteville Road construction seems to be everywhere in our community. With The Market House in Fayetteville’s Downtown the sheer number of cars driving District was built in 1838 on the site of the old on our highways and byways, that state house and Town Hall which burned down in is a very good thing. Fayetteville 1831. At that time, Fayetteville was the capital of has some of the busiest highways North Carolina. in our state, and with many people The Market House’s construction was in line just passing through, our older with the style of that time, and has an arcaded roads became quickly congested. open ground level, and a meeting hall above in a Thanks to a massive injection of standard market house format which originated money into the national and state highway systems, much of our congestion in the British Isles and is also common in New is being dealt with by taking people around the congested area when they are England. It served both as a town hall and gen- just passing through, rather than clunking them right down on the Bragg 500 eral market until the early 20th century, and was or the All-American Racetrack. With the opening of the I-95 North loop around declared a National Historic Landmark in 1973. Fayetteville, and the partial opening of the I-95 South loop, traffic is flowing a Over the past several years, the Market House little easier and people who are just passing through can move on, and let those has become a point of contention within the community because of its alleged of us who are doing business in the city get where we are going without a lot of ties to the slave trade. Calls for tearing it down rang out last summer as protest- hurry up and wait. ers took to the streets. For now, cooler heads have prevailed and people are Of course, these improvements have caused some headaches, with part of coming together to see that instead of dividing us as a community, the Market roads narrowing to one lane at times. With all of the goodness of our massive House can bring us together as we acknowledge its historic role in the found- highway construction, we still have one nagging question that we all have to ing of our city and nation, but also its role in one of our nation’s greatest sins: ask: Who was the guy who decided that putting medians down every road of the selling of humans. The Market House stands as a reminder of our past. It our city is a good idea? The medians force you to go past where you are going, can also stand for our future, one where we remember the sins of our past and do a u-turn and try not to hit the panhandlers who step off the median to ask move forward as a united city where all people can proudly proclaim they are for money, all while dodging oncoming cars. citizens of our great city. Thank You for voting us 2021 Best Place to Board Pets Thank you for voting us Best Wingz 3 years in a row! 2021 2401 Stonegate Rd.•[email protected] 407 N Eastern Blvd 910-484-0300 Sun-Thurs: 11AM-10PM•Fri-Sat: 11AM-11PM 4 UCW SEPTEMBER 29-OCTOBER 5, 2021 Best of Fayetteville

Best Little Known Attraction Best Thing to Show Off to Visitors/Best Museum Sweet Valley Ranch Dinosaur World 2021 Airborne and Special Operations Museum 2990 Sunnyside School Road, Fayetteville 100 Bragg Blvd. 844-622-3276 or www.sweetvalleyranchnc.com 910-643-2778 or www.asomf.org If you’ve ever ventured out to the ranch, it will probably be hard for you to understand how people can’t know about it. But, since this win, it won’t be unknown for long. Sweet Valley Ranch is a farm that anyone can enjoy. The sum- mer Dinosaur World experience is just one reason to visit the ranch. If you need more, you might want to checkout the upcoming Tiny’s Corn Maze, Backwoods Terror Ranch and the Festival of Lights during Christmas holidays. The ranch has been described as a place where nature meets adventure. It is home to more than 350 animals, including llamas, goats, highland cattle, a camel, a zebra, sheep, swans, pea- cocks, ducks and cranes, Oh, My! And, of course, there is a reptile house. You can go on a tour and also have a chance to get up close and personal with the farm The Airborne & Special Operations Museum is the only museum in the coun- animals. If you want to relax, you can try dedicated to all Army airborne and special operations units. Every year, it spend some time fishing in the stocked sees thousands of visitors: veterans who often share their stories with other visi- ponds, ride on a two-mile go-kart trail tors, Gold Star family members, students from local schools, those who want to and grab a bite to eat and check out the understand more about our military, and people from all over the world. Nearby gift shop! With all it offers, it won’t be Fort Bragg houses the 82nd Airborne Division and Joint Special Operations unknown for long! Command, so downtown Fayetteville is the ideal place for this museum. No wonder ASOM is a repeat winner in both of these Best of Fayetteville categories. Established in 2000, ASOM tells the story of U.S. airborne and special opera- Coolest Venue Downtown tions soldiers from 1940 to the present. Features include permanent and tem- Segra Stadium porary exhibits, a parade field lined with monuments, a reflection garden, 460 Hay St. simulator experiences and more. Extra events include the annual Field of Honor, 910-339-1989 or www.milb.com/fayetteville military-related movie showings and book signings, 5Ks, National Airborne Day celebrations, as well as ceremonies honoring different individuals and units. The U.S. Army owns and operates the Museum while the ASOM Foundation manages the museum store, motion simulator, as well as the memorial paver and monument program. Renee Lane is the director of the ASOMF. What Does Fayetteville Need Most? Attractions For Young People: Amusement/Water Park This year’s winner of the coolest venue got a reprieve from the last poll, which dubbed it the biggest waste of tax dollars. We, the city and the Astros are glad our citizens had a change of heart. Even before the first ball was thrown to open a game at Segra Stadium, its presence made a big impact on the community. It literally changed the face of downtown and also brought Minor League Baseball to town. Indeed, the Woodpeckers team has been warmly embraced. A home game is an exceptional experience for all ages. Families can enjoy catch-on-the-field The drum beat for children and teen recreation venues downtown has been and kids-run-the-bases before the 1st pitch on Sundays. Beverage discounts pretty steady over the past decade. The city made some efforts here with the are offered on Thirsty Thursdays and dog lovers can bring their pups for Paws & skateboard park, that has proven to be popular with that group of kids. This year, Claws night. If that wasn’t enough, Segra Stadium off-season offers a variety of citizens gave some direction for how to keep our children and youth engaged: multi-function spaces for private or public events. Examples: chamber of com- an amusement park or water park. With that wording, we don’t think they are merce meetings, non-profit fundraisers, and most recently, military promotions. talking about splash pad projects that the city and county have been creating To date, most folks have probably only attended games at the stadium, but the throughout the county. Could Fayetteville be home to another Six Flags or Wet word is out that it is more than a ball park, it’s also a cool place for events. Check and Wild? Sure, it will just take some time and money. out a game, and see what kind of event you can plan at the stadium. Best of Fayetteville SEPTEMBER 29-OCTOBER 5, 2021 UCW 5

Best Local Community Project/Best Art Gallery Best Local Fundraising Event Public Art by The Arts Council Good Eyes for School Supplies 301 Hay St. Sponsored by Better Vision Optometric Center, PA 910-323-1776 or www.theartscouncil.com 1671 Owen Drive 910-323-3698 or www.bettervision2020.com If art is the heart of a community, then The Arts Council of Fayetteville is the FAYETTEVILLE CUMBERLAND CO. blood that keeps it pumping. The Arts Council supports individual creativity, cultural preservation, economic development and lifelong learning through the arts. A perennial favorite, The Arts Council of Fayetteville/Cumberland County has been an essential force in our community since its founding in 1973. It administers programs in partnership with a variety of regional agencies to stim- ulate community and economic development through the arts. The Arts Council is built on the premise that art connects people faster than anything else and is worth promoting. Nonprofit arts and culture comprise a $59.2 million-dollar industry in Cumberland County, which is consistently higher than the national average. FAYETTEVILLE CUMBERLAND CO. The Arts Council has won national recognition and a $10,000 award from Ovation network and Spectrum as one of 12 organizations across the United Better Vision is a family owned and operated business, where staff and States lauded for innovative programming and enriching communities. patients feel they are part of the family. Dr. Chris Holland and Dr. Brittni Carver Community organizations and individual artists annually receive more than Schemper believe in giving back to the community. For the past five years, they $600,000 in grants and support from The Arts Council. have conducted a community outreach event providing free eye exams and The Arts Council benefits from events like the Art Walk-Abouts and 4th Fridays glasses for those in need. Three years ago, they added an annual collection of continue to draw visitors downtown to enjoy street music and art as well as school supplies in conjunction with the screenings. local restaurants and brew pubs. Under the direction of Bob Pinson, the presi- This year, the office collected enough supplies to fill 400 fully-stocked back- dent and CEO, the community can look forward to more great experiences with packs that were distributed to five different schools in the county. The support Fayetteville’s favorite art gallery. of their staff and their patients continues to make it a better event and one that local residents believe brings out the best in Fayetteville. Best Local Nonprofit Organization FAYETTEVILLE CUMBERLAND CO. FAYETTEVILLE CUMBERLAND CO. Vision Resource Center 2736 Cedar Creek Road 910-483-2719 or www.visionresourcecentercc.org The Vision Resource Center has been serving visually impaired and blind people in the Cape Fear region since 1936. As listed in VRC’s mission statement, this means advocating for this population’s needs, identifying and sharing infor- mation about community resources, and providing education, skill development and socialization opportunities. VRC began in 1936 as the Cumberland County Association of the Blind, work- ing with Cumberland County Social Services. It was one of the first four agencies of the United Way of Cumberland County. In 2000, VRC gained its current moni- ker. In 2007, it moved from its location on Robeson Street to set up shop at the Dorothy Gilmore Therapeutic Recreation Center on Purdue Drive. A few years ago, VRC was able to move into its very own location for the first time. VRC’s new Center for the Blind is located on Cedar Creek Road. This was possible thanks to the Cumberland County Board of Commissioners and people in this community who believe in the VRC and support its mission. There are too many good things to say about VRC and too many life-enriching services it offers to write about here, so be sure to visit its website to learn more and to see how you can help. 6 UCW SEPTEMBER 29-OCTOBER 5, 2021 Best of Fayetteville

Best Theatre: Live/Virtual Best Sports Bar Cape Fear Regional Theatre Bubba’s 33 1209 Hay St. 500 Westwood Shopping Center 910-323-4233 or www.cfrt.org 910-223-2601 or www.bubbas33.com 2020 will be known to many as the year without theatre. Many Fayetteville theatre patrons passed by the shuttered doors of the Cape Fear Theatre longing for the chance to watch the curtain open on one of the many awesome productions for which the theatre is known. For those willing to seek it out, the CFRT was still creating magic in the community through innova- tion. In what many believe was the hardest of years for live entertainment, the CFRT produced live shows in unconventional spaces and was one of the first theatres in the nation to launch daily virtual program- ming, which reached participants in six dif- ferent counties. While working virtually, the theatre also took the pause to renovate the If you’ve never visited Bubba’s 33, we can assure you, you are missing some- facility and plan for a dynamic 2021-2022 season. thing important. With more than 30 big screens lining the walls, it is the place to be for Sunday football, Monday Night Football, basketball, boxing ... you name it. More importantly, while you are taking in the game, you can also take Best Local Musician/Band in some delicious food. Bubba’s makes all of their dressings and sauces from Rivermist scratch, and their handcut steaks are awesome. If you add in first class service, 910-797-7140 or www.rivermistband.com a fantastic appetizer and drink menu, we have only one question for you: Why aren’t you there already? Many Thanks T Many Thanks To Our Dedicated Customers, o Our Dedicated Customers, Employees, Friends & Family. Employees, Friends & Family. BEST POOL HALL MARTY FREE TOURNAMENT - Q CITY - APA - NAPA - BCA TOURNAMENTS Many Thanks to our Come Dedicated Customers, HOST LOCATION Employees, Friends & NAPA NATIONALS Rivermist was born in the summer of 2014, but its members have been per- Get forming in Fayetteville for more than 20 years. The band is made up of five Family for Voting us NEW LARGER musicians: drummer and backup vocalist Greg Adair, keys player and lead/ Best backup vocalist Doug Bass, lead guitarist Cliff Bender, bass guitarist Tony Some! Harrison and keys player and lead/backup vocalist Allen Pier. Rivermist is LOCATION! known for playing a variety of styles, including covers of every artist from Pool Journey to Bruno Mars to Earth, Wind & Fire. Fans love Rivermist for its engag- Marty Free Tournament - Q City ing, energetic performances, which have taken the band to festivals and events APA - NAPA - UPA Tournaments all over the Fayetteville area, not to mention the entire East Coast. Hall Host Location of NAPA NATIONALS, Over the years, the band has adapted in many ways to stay relevant and to keep its fan base. Adair explained that every member of the band pays atten- APA, & UPA Events NEW LARGER LOCATION tion to little details vocally and musically to insure that every performance is its NEW LARGER LOCATION best. He also noted that the members of the band don’t just work together, they are friends. He said they are really like family and their family members all get Hours along. “It’s the most special relationship that I’ve ever seen,” he said. Hours of Operation: M-F 5PM - 2AM Perhaps the most important ingredient of their success is their relationship M - F 3PM - 2AM SAT - SUN 12PM - 2AM with their followers. “We genuinely love the people who come to our concerts SAT - SUN 12 - 2AM and who follow us to different venues,” he continued. “We take pride in putting 2443 Hope Mills Rd. on every show. We are honored to be selected Up & Coming Weekly’s Best Band 2021 2443 Hope Mills Rd. 910.779.0101 for so many years!” 910-779-0101 Best of Fayetteville SEPTEMBER 29-OCTOBER 5, 2021 UCW 7

outdoors & recreation Best Bowling Alley Best Pool Room B&B Lanes Corner Pockets 3003 Fort Bragg Road 2443 Hope Mills Road 910-484-5178 or www.bandblanes.com 910-779-0101 B&B Lanes has been the go-to bowling Alley in Fayetteville for decades. Located on Fort Bragg Road, the bowling alley has something for the serious bowler as well as novices. Through the week you can find a lot happening at B& B. There are parties, leagues and tournaments, and of course, the lanes are open for the average Joe who wants to have some fun. If you ar looking to celebrate a birthday, they have a birthday party package. If you just want to have some office fun, they have a package for you as well. And, while you are there, you can always grab a bite to eat — they serve everything from sandwiches to wraps and sides, as well as salads and pizza! And for the littlest bowler, they also have a When you tie the words pool hall to an owner whose nickname is “The kid’s meal! Commish,” you gotta know that the pool joint is pretty legit. In business for 10 There are also weekly specials. On Sunday, years, Corner Pockets is the place for the county’s pool sharks to take a swim. enjoy Late Night, Fun Night from 8:30 p.m. Owner Thom Greb has owned and operated Corner Pockets for the past 10 to midnight for one low price. Tuesdays and Thursdays are Terrific T-day and years. He says Corner Pockets has a great atmosphere, great customers and the on Friday and Saturday you can enjoy Glow Bowling for a special price, which best pool tables around. If that isn’t enough, the Commish also promises it has includes two hours of bowling and your shoes. Not only is B&B the best place to the best prices for food, drinks and anything else you want. Go somewhere else bowl, you can also do it on a budget and have fun! to play pool? Forget about it! Thanks for hanks for T your vote! your vote! 2021 Voted the BEST for 14 years Best Vegan Restaurant Best Vegetarian Restaurant Best Indian Restaurant 536 N. Eastern Blvd. Specializing in Vegetarian Fayetteville NC, 28301 Over 48 specialty beers from Photo Courtesy: Thomas Keever around the world! Cape Fear Botanical Garden is always blooming with something extraordinary. Come see our flowers, wildlife, Gift Shop, and have lunch at the Garden View Café & Deli. Interested in becoming a Garden member? Visit https://www.capefearbg.org/memberships/ to learn how CFBG can be YOUR Garden. 910.487.0020 5945 CLIFFD 5945 CLIFFDALE ROADALE ROAD Garden Hours: Monday-Saturday 9am - 5pm, Thursday 9am - 7pm, Sunday noon - 5pm. www.bombaybistrofay.com www.bombaybistrofay.com 8 UCW SEPTEMBER 29-OCTOBER 5, 2021 Best of Fayetteville

Best Golf Course Best Place to Commune with Nature Gates Four Golf & Country Club Cape Fear Botanical Garden 6775 Irongate Drive, Hope Mills 536 N. Eastern Blvd. 910-425-6667 or www.gatesfour.com 910-486-0221 or www.capefearbg.org Cape Fear Botanical Garden, a longtime Best of Fayetteville winner, is a 32-years- and-counting gem in our community. It’s an 80-acre oasis of beauti- ful plant life, specialty gardens, winding paths and still ponds situ- ated between the Cape Fear River and Cross Creek. A convenient More than just a challenging 18-hole championship golf course, the beautiful drive from downtown gated community of Gates Four Golf & Country Club offers members and resi- Fayetteville, the garden dents access to many family-friendly amenities that allow them to enjoy a life of provides city dwellers leisure close to home. with a serene getaway. PGA professionals are always available to help with any facet of your game, The garden wins year after year not only because of its beautiful grounds from planning an informal golf outing to arranging private lessons or a char- but also because of its engagement with the community. Its annual events ity golf outing. The 30,000-square-foot clubhouse features an elegant ballroom, include the enchanting Holiday Lights in the Garden, Boo-tanical in the informal grill and a full-service bar. Garden (a Halloween event), art and education workshops and weekly offer- Gates Four has two USTA tennis courts, a beautiful 3,600-square-foot outdoor ings of tai chi and yoga. Opened in September 2020, the Eleanor and Raymond pavilion home of the Gate Four Summer Concert Series and the 10-acre Rockfish Manning Children’s Garden is a great place to while away an afternoon. Park, with fitness trail, a toddler play area, swings and a picnic area. CFBG’s specialty gardens include Camellia, Daylily and Shade Gardens, a Gates Four also hosts the Fayetteville Dinner Theatre and the Cumberland Butterfly Stroll, the Children’s Garden and the Heritage Garden. The Heritage County Golf Championship. There’s no doubt it is the best of the best Fayetteville Garden features 1886 agricultural structures and a homestead. Guided tours has to offer in golf, leisure living, dining and family fun and entertainment. are also available. With all these enticing sights, it’s easy to understand why our readers continue to vote CFBG the best place to commune with nature. Best of Fayetteville SEPTEMBER 29-OCTOBER 5, 2021 UCW 9

Best Local Picnic Area Mazarick Park 1400 Belvedere Ave. 910-433-1575 or www.fcpr.us/parks-trails/parks/mazarick-park With enforced isolation Wednesday over the past year and a half, Distribution Fayetteville residents have embraced the outdoors more Route than they ever have before. Visits to local parks and green * Must have own vehicle, valid driver's license and insurance. spaces have allowed people to Call Laurel Handforth, Distribution Manager at 484-6200 take a deep breath, look up at Email brief work history and contact information to the sun and know that we are [email protected] all still okay. Mazarick has been a perennial favorite in our Best of competition, but it is also a perennial favorite of Fayetteville Animal Hospital of Fayetteville residents who are ready to put work away, and just take some Thanks You For Voting Us time to breathe. 2021 Mazarick Park is a multi-purpose park featuring a disc-golf course, picnic shelters, a playground and trails. Additionally, the park offers tennis courts and a baseball field, both of which are available for a quick game. But if you really want to take the time to embrace the beauty of nature and wide open spaces instead of the walls of your house, a family picnic or a romantic picnic could be just Emergencies • Reptiles • Birds • Exotic Animals what the doctor ordered.to cure you and your loved ones from the Covid blues. Equine Service • Orthopedics The picnic areas are open to the public on a first come, first served basis unless they are reserved. After eating, you can throw a blanket in the sun and and Specialty Surgeries just enjoy the warmth of the sun or the blue of the skies. Or, if you are adventur- ous, you can take a walk on the Glenville Lake Pier, which is open for fishing; you must abide by state fishing license requirements. For more information on shel- ter rentals, call 433-1547. Best Place for Taking a Hike/Best Place for Doggie Walk Cape Fear River Trail 631 Treetop Drive 910-433-1547 www.fcpr.us/parks-trails/trails/cape-fear-river-trail The Cape Fear River Trail is a per- petual favorite and longtime winner of these Best of Fayetteville titles. No matter what brings you to the trail — exercise, relaxation, communing with nature, a brisk walk with your Dr. J.K. Garrett, DVM • Dr. Brian K. Garrett, DVM human or canine friends — you will Dr. Steven Huff, DVM • Dr. Bryan Rodgers, DVM be glad you came. The trail features over 5 miles of 10-foot-wide paved one-way trails through an amazing array of trees, And Our Pet Friendly Staff plants and wildlife. Walkers, run- ners and bikers love the spectacular views of the Cape Fear River. The Second Location terrain ranges from flat to slightly hilly. Signs along the trail explain the wildlife and plant life. Riverside Animal Hospital In addition to the wooden bridges, including one covered bridge, Dr. Brittney McLamb, DVM there are more than 1,000 feet of boardwalk through the marsh and wetlands along the trail. Just under 3 miles of the Cape Fear Mountain Bike Trail is now accessible off of the Cape Fear River Trail. It consists of two sections on 3109 Ft. Bragg Rd. • 910-323-1535 opposite sides of the trail. Parking is available at both ends of the trail: the southern terminus at J. Bayard www.ahofnc.org Clark Park Nature Center, 631 Sherman Drive, and the northern terminus at Nights - Weekends - Holidays Jordan Soccer Complex, 445 Treetop Drive. Amenities include restrooms at both ends of the trail, portable toilets along the trail, and benches, tables and security 910-864-2844 call boxes. The trail is open 365 days a year from 8 a.m. to dusk. 10 UCW SEPTEMBER 29-OCTOBER 5, 2021 Best of Fayetteville

Best Senior Living Center Heritage Place 240 Ann St. 910-323-4925 or www.somerbyseniorliving.com/community/ Heritage Place, a Somerby Senior Living community, exudes south- ern charm. Located in the heart of downtown, residents and guests have an easy commute to ame- nities available in Historic Downtown Fayetteville — shopping, entertainment, 2021 history, arts and culture. Both independent and assisted living options are available. Whichever living arrangement residents choose, they are assured companionship, fellowship and excellent quality of life. Heritage Place offers comfortable and well-appointed apartments, beautifully landscaped grounds, 24-hour security, restaurant-style dining, on-site theater, beauty salon, barbershop, as well as housekeeping and ank You laundry services. Heritage’s friendly and professionally trained staff plan plenty of organized activities. Day trips and exciting getaways provide residents plenty of opportunities to keep busy and socialize. All levels of assistance are available to Heritage residents based on their par- For Making ticular needs. A staff of professional associates offers assisted-living residents help when they need it and independence when they want it. Nurses and care associates are available 24/7 to assist with health needs and activities of daily living. When it comes to quality senior living and health care, Heritage Place has the local reputation of being the Best of the Best. Best Shooting Range/Best Pawn Shop/Best Place to Buy a Gun Jim’s Pawn and Gun Jobbery 4632 Yadkin Road 910-864-2270 or www.jimspawnshop.com Your #1 Furniture Store! Again! Jim’s Pawn Shop and Gun Jobbery has been a standard in Fayetteville for decades and has a little bit of something for everyone. The pawn sides of the business make perfect sense. You can stop in and get a television, a stereo, any kind of electronic at a great price. But that’s just a very small part of the business that the Faircloth family has built. Another side of the business is its jewelry 4901 Morganton Rd. - NEXT TO CROSS CREEK MALL business. Don’t think because the word pawn is in the name that the jewelry is cheap. It’s not. Jim’s has a large selection of upscale jewelry including gold, pre- cious stones and diamonds. In the case of the jewelry at Jim’s you definitely get 864-5533 what you pay for. Monday thru Friday, 10 to 9 The other big draw at Jim’s is guns. Rifles, shotguns and handguns all are Saturday, 10 to 7 on sale at Jim’s. Not only can you buy guns there, you can also have fun and Closed Every Sunday improve your shooting skills at the store’s indoor range. And, if you are inter- ested in acquiring a concealed carry permit, they host classes on a regular basis. vwww.bullardfurniture.com Best of Fayetteville SEPTEMBER 29-OCTOBER 5, 2021 UCW 11

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wine & dine Best Restaurant Overall/Best Italian/ Best Waitstaff Best Local Caterer Luigi’s Italian Chophouse & Bar Peaden’s Seafood Catering 528 N. McPherson Church Road 1600 MacArthur Road 910-864-1810 or www.luigisnc.com 910-488-1972 or www.peadens.com Peter Parrous served as Family owned and a cook in World War II, and operated, Peaden’s like many soldiers, he settled Seafood & Catering has down in Fayetteville. He been bringing Calabash traded in his boots for kitchen to Fayetteville since 1972. utensils and opened his own This is the third win in restaurant, featuring his this category. Voted Best mother’s spaghetti recipe. For Caterer in 2019, Peaden’s more than half a century, the has so impressed its cus- restaurant has thrived and tomers that it rose to the now under the leadership of top this year as well. the Parrous, Kotsopoulos, Peaden’s specializes in Eastern North Carolina-style barbecue and true Higgins and Ernst families, Southern-fried chicken, as well as some of the best seafood on the Eastern it has continued to be one seaboard. And they’re famous for their hushpuppies. of the favorite locations for If you prefer to dine-in, the dining room offers a down-home feeling, and homemade Italian food — still the waitstaff is fast-paced and friendly, always serving your dinner with a made from the same recipe. smile. The banquet room is spacious. It can accommodate as many as 200 Over the years, the restau- guests for your special events, and your own personal decorations are wel- rant added steaks, chops and fish. To the delight of Fayetteville wine lov- come. With nearly 50 years of experience and a huge heart for the community, ers, the restaurant has an eclectic wine list with more than 1,500 different Peaden’s has earned a top spot as one of Fayetteville’s favorite family restau- wines. The updated and well-appointed decor is perfect for a special night rants for whom catering is a pleasure. with your sweetheart or to celebrate with a large number of friends. During COVID restrictions, the restaurant evolved to accommodate online ordering and reservations, as well as putting together a program for to-go orders and Best Brew House/Best Veteran Owned Business deliveries. Dirtbag Ales Brewery & Taproom 5435 Corporation Drive, Hope Mills Best New Restaurant 910-426-2537 or www.dirtbagales.com Jonathan’s Cafe 175 East 1st St., Stedman Self-proclaimed “Dirtbags” Army 910-491-5275 or www.jonathanscafe.com veterans Vernardo (aka Tito), Eric and Jerry brew “for the refined taste of the While COVID saw many restaurants close, common man.” In other words, they a brave entrepeneur in Stedman not only opted to ditch the rulebook and pursue opened a new restaurant, but also made homegrown craftsmanship when they it a success as Jonathan’s Cafe was named started Dirtbag Ales, North Carolina’s the Best New Restaurant. Owner Carmen first contract brewery, in Tito’s garage. Headden makes everything from her own Tito developed a passion for home- recipes using only fresh meats (never fro- brewed beer and stove-top concoctions zen) and fresh vegetables. Everything at until, at last, he brewed the Kölsch, the Jonathan’s Cafe is made with quality ingre- drink that convinced Eric to invest in dients purchased locally. what is now Dirtbag Ales. Along with Headden takes the same philosophy with the Blood Orange Kölsch, Dirtbag offers her staff that goes above and beyond to a variety of unique drinks, includ- provide quality customer service for every ing the Cold-Brew Mocha Porter, the patron. She says the service is quick and W.E.I.N.E.R Mash, the seasonal Saison most importantly, every client is greeted with a smile. She noted that every- de Citrouille for all the pumpkin lovers thing about Jonathan’s Cafe is a little “extra.” The food is extra fresh, the restau- out there and more. The goal: Have fun rant is extra clean and the staff is extra happy to serve their customers. and make great beer. The restaurant features homestyle cooking, and is open for breakfast, lunch An experience at Dirtbag is never the and dinner. The Saturday and Sunday breakfast menu offers everything from same. The bar regularly hosts food trucks, live music and even a weekly out- pancakes and French toast, which are served with bacon or sausage, a two-egg door farmers market and monthly self-defense classes during the summer. breakfast plate with toast or biscuit, fried potatoes or grits, and bacon, country The variety is endless, and so are the good times. ham or sausage link. You can also add Red-Eye gravy, breakfast biscuits and The Dirtbag crew recently launched a new distillery, which has turned sandwiches. into a second location because North Carolina law prohibits the sale of The lunch menu Monday to Saturday is just as diverse, offering chicken home brewed beers and liquors being served in the same location. The salad, chicken schnitzel, egg salad, grilled cheese, BLTs, fried bologna sand- Dirtbag guys soldiered on and started Dirty Whisky Craft Cocktail Bar at wiches, corn dogs, hot dogs and the ever popular hamburger. The dinner 5431 Corporation Drive, which serves craft cocktails that focus on in-house menu offers voodoo pasta, penne, pasta covered in a delicious cajun cream fusions combined with locally sourced spirits, with a common goal: Have sauce with blackened Andouille sausage, chicken, bell peppers and served fun while making great cocktails. Napkins at Dirt Bag Ales serves food fresh with garlic bread. Also offered are hamburger steak with onions and gravy, and hot. pork chops, shrimp and grits and more. Best of Fayetteville SEPTEMBER 29-OCTOBER 5, 2021 UCW 13

Best Breakfast/Best Greek Cuisine Best Business Lunch Zorba’s Gyro Blue Moon Cafe 2919 Raeford Road and 3114 N. Main St., Hope Mills 310 Hay St. 910-484-1010 and 910-424-3332 or www.Zorbasgyro.com 910-860-4700 or www.310bluemooncafe.com For almost 20 years, Blue Moon Cafe has found itself a part of the ever-evolving community of Downtown Fayetteville. From its humble start as a small tapas menu to the variety found today, Blue Moon has been known for its craft food selection and hip environment. Being named the Best Business Lunch is not a surprise for the restaurant, Tommy Frangakis settled in Fayetteville in 1961, having emigrated to the and the owners and staff of United States from Greece three years earlier. Zorba’s Gyro opened its doors in Blue Moon are excited to 1974, and the rest is history — family history, that is. Tommy’s son John contin- be honored. ued alongside his father beginning in 1996, and took over daily operations when They noted that they his father retired. appreciate everyone who It might surprise visitors that Zorba’s has Fayetteville’s Best Breakfast and voted to give them this honor, and want to thank their customers who have con- Greek Cuisine, two very different categories. But locals are anything but tinued to support the restuarant since its opening. shocked. Zorba’s breakfast menu boasts everything from three-egg cheese omelets to country ham biscuits to blueberry buttermilk pancakes. Come back for lunch or dinner for Zorba’s famous slow-roasted lamb or beef gyros, great with authentic tzatziki sauce, or try a hot sub. Customers are especially fond of the Wednesday special, Zorba’s spaghetti. For dessert, Zorba’s offers Marina’s brownies, cheesecake and traditional Greek baklava — a pastry made of phyllo dough and crushed nuts soaked in honey. It doesn’t get more “local” than breakfast at Zorba’s. 2021 Thank you Up and Coming Readers.hank you Up and Coming Readers. T The Nelson and Nelson Family! The Nelson and Nelson Family! 14 UCW SEPTEMBER 29-OCTOBER 5, 2021 Best of Fayetteville

Best Food Truck R Burger 814 Lakespur Drive 910-527-1467 or www.facebook.com/rburgertruck R Burger, Fayetteville’s premier high-quality mobile food vendor, has only been in service for six years. But it comes as no surprise that it’s already the best food truck in town. With 17 years of experience between the two of them, owners Rob and Mary Russell knew what they were doing when they decided to start a business that uses fresh beef — ground daily — and original hamburger recipes that will make your mouth water. R Burger also makes it a point to source its fresh beef and buns locally. R Burger’s menu includes offerings like the Southern Burger, made with homemade pimento cheese, grilled onion and mustard; the Carolina Burger, with chili, slaw, onion and mustard; and the Jalapeño Colby Jack Burger, which is pretty self-explanatory. There are also specialty hot dogs, fresh-cut fries and brat patties. Want something more experimental? You can always build your own burger or hot dog. R Burger has served at places like Bright Light Brewing Company, Dirtbag Ales and Westwood Shopping Center, among other locations, so it’s not hard to spot them. “We always strive to achieve R motto of ‘Love people. Serve them tasty food,’ the owners said. We make R friends happy! We R always grateful for R loyal following.” Best Coffee House Where Everyone The Coffee Scene Can Be A 450 Hay St. and 3838 Morganton Road 910-568-3758 and 910-864-7948 or www.thecoffeesceneinc.com Kid! Kid! 2021 Thank You For Voting Us The Coffee Scene has been a popular Fayetteville spot since 1996. From col- BES BESTT lege students and business meetings to musicians and families, it is a welcom- ing place for the community. Over the years The Coffee Scene has expanded, opening a kiosk in Womack Army Medical Center on Fort Bragg, a location in Cameron, and most recently in The Prince Charles in downtown Fayetteville. Candy/Sweet Owners Kiki Manis, Peter Manis and Victoria Stout are proud of the business and culture they have created. Together, they understand that good coffee is Shop best paired with good company — along with gelato, baklava and excellent cus- tomer service. Special events entertain and entice customers. Sundays are poetry nights, 1916 Skibo Rd. (Marketfair Mall) Fayetteville Monday nights feature acoustic music and Tuesdays and Saturdays offer buy one, get one free gelato. You should make the scene at The Coffee Scene. 910-867-6032 Rocket Fizz Fayetteville Best of Fayetteville SEPTEMBER 29-OCTOBER 5, 2021 UCW 15

Best German Restaurant Max & Moritz Bakery & Restaurant All the more reason to 5945 Cliffdale Road Go Online 910-826-8400 or www.facebook.com/maxmoritzfaync It is unsurprising that Max Best of Fayetteville is always 2021 & Moritz takes the cake as the available online! Flip through our best German bakery and res- pages for news, views, art and taurant in town. This repeat entertainment! winner serves up a full menu Call and ask one of our marketing Go of authentic German break- representatives to help you grow Online! fast, lunch, dinner and vege- your business. tarian-friendly options, along with desserts that are baked fresh and vary daily. Owner Petra Volly fills the www.upandcomingweekly.com menu with recipes handed down from her mother, who still lives in Germany. Volly’s daughter, Nadine Dobeneck, makes the German cakes and cookies from scratch. Some of the more popular dishes are German staples like bratwurst, goulash, sauerkraut and spaetzle. Another favorite dish is the Beef Rouladen Plate, a meal that features browned beef, bacon, onions and pickles roasted alongside homemade gravy. With its European ambience, the restaurant is small in size, making way for a more familial and intimate dining experience. If your schedule allows no time for you to sit down and savor a bite, you can order your meal over the phone and pick it up instead. Whether in the restaurant or on the go, you’ll taste a bit of Germany in every bite. Best Indian Restaurant/Best Vegetarian Restaurant/ Best Vegan Cuisine Bombay Bistro 5945 Cliffdale Road Suite 1101 910-487-0020 or www.bombaybistrofaync.com There is a reason Bombay Bistro wins these categories almost every year. If you’re looking for both new and classic dishes from the tradition of Indian cook- ing, Bombay Bistro is the place for you to visit. A trademark of Indian cuisine is the use of powerful flavors and potent spices — and you’ll experience both in the dishes prepared for you here. If you’re committed to vegan dining, you’ve also found the right establish- ment, as Bombay Bistro specializes in specific vegan requests from customers. Vegetarian menu offerings include ingredients like coconut milk, mushrooms, bell peppers, tomatoes, potatoes, onions, eggplant, spinach and chickpeas. You can enjoy traditional Indian dishes like channa massala or malai kofta. There’s a large selection of entrees that include chicken, lamb, shrimp and fish as well. Bombay Bistro now has delivery service through SpeedWaiter and OrangeCrate. Order online, by phone or website for take-out. 16 UCW SEPTEMBER 29-OCTOBER 5, 2021 Best of Fayetteville

Best Japanese Restaurant Best Korean Restaurant Miyabi Steak & Seafood House E Tae Won 1990 Skibo Road 594 S. Reilly Road 910-864-5987 or facebook.com/miyabifay 910-867-1077 www.facebook.com/pages/E-Tae-Won-Express/113547275344990 Located in the heart of Fayetteville, Miyabi Japanese Steak & Seafood House is the perfect res- taurant to dine with a large group of family or friends. From the moment one steps into the restaurant, they’ll notice that the Miyabi staff intentionally focuses on their custom- ers’ holistic dining experi- ence. With skilled artistry, mesmerizing knife work, fire tricks and perfect comedic timing, the chefs make sure to put on a good show while they pre- Nami, the owner of E Tae Won who grew up in Seoul, South Korea, serves up pare your meal on a grill affordable, family-friendly dining options for enjoying traditional Korean cui- directly in front of you. sine. She’s been doing so for 17 years. E Tae Won offers a full menu that includes Can’t take the heat? classic dishes like bulgogi, galbi, kinchi, kimbap, yaki mandu and more. Experience the full- Known for its convenient lunch buffet, E Tae Won is a great place to get service sushi bar. There, authentic, flavorful Korean dishes for a cost-effective price. you’ll find an array of fresh sushi options. Top your experience off with black Takeout is an option if you find yourself in a hurry. Items can also be ordered sesame-, green tea- or mango-flavored mochi ice cream. off the menu if you’re in a more leisurely sit-down mood. Fresh ingredients featured in each dish paired with outstanding service keeps customers coming back. New & Nearly New 46 2021 Thank You For Voting Us Best Used Funiture Store! ALMOST EVERYTHING OF VALUE NEW & USED Merchandise A DIFFERENT KIND OF THRIFT SHOP EXPERIENCE! Furniture, Appliances, Office Furniture, Home Decor and Much More! TUES - SAT 9:30AM - 5:30PM 2021 810 Bragg Blvd., Fayetteville, NC 28301 • www.nearlynewthriftshop.com Best of Fayetteville SEPTEMBER 29-OCTOBER 5, 2021 UCW 17

Best Chinese Restaurant Best Vietnamese Restaurant Hunan Garden Saigon Bistro 2726 Raeford Road 1040 Bragg Blvd. 910-323-3778 or www.fayettevillehunangarden.com 910-920-3578 Customers rave about Saigon Bistro. As a privately owned restaurant, Saigon has the feel of a mom-and- pop eatery with the flavors of a five-star establishment. It’s the perfect recipe for a longstanding local gem. Most of its reviews do, in fact, have five stars, like this one: “I’ve been to many Vietnamese restaurants, but this one is by far my favorite. My husband and I made it a tradition to come to Saigon Bistro when (we) want to go out to eat.” Located on Raeford Road, Hunan Garden serves as a cornerstone to the city Saigon serves everything and community of Fayetteville. With its authentic Chinese cuisine paired along- from pho tai (beef noodle side its excellent service, it’s no wonder why it’s crowned with the title of Best soup) to banh pho xao chay Chinese Restaurant in the city. (vegetarian pad thai) to ga Hunan Garden’s staff commit to serving customers with excellence, ensuring xao xa ot (lemongrass chick- that only fresh, high-quality ingredients are used in every dish served. Don’t en) and more. Anything on have the time to sit down and dine? Hunan Garden offers both delivery and the menu pairs well with a strawberry, avocado, mango or strawberry-banana takeout options for its customers. smoothie — or maybe try an imported beer. Though it does offer traditional plates, Hunan Garden is best known for its “The food is clearly authentic Vietnamese food … It truly deserves all the modern spins on classic Chinese dishes. The full menu showcases many differ- great reviews it is getting,” said one customer. Fresh Vietnamese flavors, along ent options that feature beef, poultry, seafood and pork. On top of that, there are with gushing reviews, have won this category for Saigon Bistro year after year. vegetarian options and dessert. Thank You Fayetteville! Thank you to all our loyal customers who depend on 2021 us for their home and business security. We are proud to be your hometown security company. Protecting What You Can’t Replace For Over 35 Years www.GillSecurity.com 433-2868 18 UCW SEPTEMBER 29-OCTOBER 5, 2021 Best of Fayetteville

2021 Thank you for voting timothy D. edwards best Divorce attorney Seven Years As Best Of Fayetteville Winner blackwellandedwards.com BLACKWELL & EDWARDS Office Location A REPUTATION FOR 300 Dick Street, Fayetteville RESULTS 910.483.5176 Best of Fayetteville SEPTEMBER 29-OCTOBER 5, 2021 UCW 19

Best Thai Restaurant Thai Pepper 195 Starpoint Drive 910-864-2013 When you’re “Hot, you’re Hot!” And, the hottest place in Fayetteville to eat delicious and authentic Thai food is the Thai Pepper on Starpoint Dr. off Yadkin Rd. beside Charlie Mikes Bar. It is pretty awesome. They serve your favorite Asian dishes seasoned per- fectly the way you desire them. The servings are gracious, so no one ever goes away hungry. As a matter of fact, most diners leave the restaurant with enough food for a second meal. Open for lunch and dinner and practicing all the safe recommended COVID protocols, the Thai Pepper accepts phoned-in-to-go orders, making pick up easy and con- venient with the entire order is neatly packed and organized. The friendly atmosphere and excellent service were what Up & Coming Weekly readers liked best (next to the food). Everyone is friendly and makes you feel at home. It is no doubt the best of the best Fayetteville has to offer when it comes to authentic Thai cuisine. Hours are Monday through Saturday 11 a.m. – 7:30 p.m. Thai Pepper is closed on Sunday. Visit them soon and find out for yourself why they are Fayetteville’s Best of the Best Thai restaurant. Best Sushi Restaurant NONA Sushi 5075 Morganton Road, Unit 5 or 4411 Ramsey St., Suite 112 910-703-8986 www.facebook.com/NONA-SUSHI-125876501198931 NONA Sushi has won this category for three years in a row now, reflecting the fact that it’s been a Fayetteville favorite since the day it opened. The restaurant offers traditional Japanese specialties in a beautiful, classy environment to give customers the best experience possible. Crowd favorites from the menu include the crunchy crab roll, chicken hibachi, spicy salmon roll and the Fort Bragg roll. A wide selection of sake is available to complement any dinner. Owner Fuma Kurniawan creates a welcoming environment where customers are treated with the Golden Rule in mind. It’s no wonder that last year NONA opened up a new location on Ramsey Street to expand its reach to the north side of town. NONA is a military-friendly establishment that caters specifically to Fayetteville’s unique community — including the tech-savvy side. You can order online at https://nonasushi.ontrayapp.com and have food delivered to your front door, courtesy of SpeedWaiter and Table Delivery. 20 UCW SEPTEMBER 29-OCTOBER 5, 2021 Best of Fayetteville

Best Steakhouse Chris’s Steak and Seafood House 2620 Raeford Road 910-778-5319 or www.fayettevillesteakhouse.com When Chris Poulos opened the now legendary restaurant more than 50 years ago, he had one thing in mind: Serve the highest quality Thank You for voting us steaks and seafood available any- Thank You for voting us where without compromise. This BEST COMPUTER REPAIR vision and a passion for great food and exceptional service have been the cornerstone of the restaurant’s 9 years in a row! success. The establishment was 9 years in a row! built as a barbecue lodge in 1952 in Highland Village, Fayetteville’s and now first shopping center. In 1958, with and now the addition of the open hearth and beautiful copper hood, it became a steak BEST I.T. SERVICE house. By 1960, it again changed hands and became an Italian restaurant. In December 1963, Chris Poulos purchased the business and returned it to its “good old American” steak house status, with one goal in mind, “to give you your money’s worth … without cutting corners or quality.” • Cloud IP Telephone Systems The current owner Greg Kalevas joined Chris’s more than 38 years ago as an • Computer Systems Management apprentice. He was eager to learn, working side by side Chris and his son, Luke. Kalevas quickly became a partner and eventual owner after Chris’s retirement. The restaurant strives to provide guests exceptional service and a high-quality • Managed Services dining experience, carrying on Chris’s tradition by offering guests the finest in- • Cloud Computing house, hand-cut Angus and U.S.D.A. Beef, cooked to perfection over hardwood coals in our open hearth. Guests may also enjoy the freshest Atlantic seafood, • Server Migration/Deployment homemade specialties, and an extensive selection of fine wines. Just one visit to Chris’s Steak House and you’ll see why they have had such a tradition of excel- • Telephone System Installation/Repair lence in the Fayetteville community. • Network/Internet/VPN Design • Multi-Site Support Best Mexican Restaurant • System Design/Consulting Mi Casita • Voice/Data/Fiber Cabling 3122 Raeford Road, Fayetteville and multiple locations 910-484-4433 or www.micasitarestaurants.com • Virtual Server Implementation For over 30 years, Mi Casita • System Maintenance/Repair Mexican Restaurant has been a staple in the Fayetteville community. While dining 951 S McPherson Church Road | Fayetteville, NC at Mi Casita, you can expect great service in a warm atmo- sphere filled with vibrant energy and enthusiasm. Serving an array of authentic Mexican food, Mi Casita’s menu has something for everyone, including plenty of different margaritas. Since 1990, Mi Casita — 2021 meaning “my little house” — has expanded to 18 locations throughout Cumberland and nearby counties. Each loca- tion is committed to uphold- ing the great reputation that the original restaurant has earned. Mi Casita also offers a drop-off catering option designed for 15 or more people. The restaurants can 910.977.1001 accommodate meetings, birthday parties or large get-togethers. As everyone 910.977.1001 with an Instagram or Facebook account knows, birthday guests at Mi Casita are crowned with a giant sombrero and serenaded by employees. Best of Fayetteville SEPTEMBER 29-OCTOBER 5, 2021 UCW 21

Best Seafood Restaurant Best Southern Style Restaurant 316 Oyster Bar & Seafood Grill Fred Chason’s Grandsons Buffet 316 Owen Drive 5339 Marracco Drive 910-481-0530 or www.316oysterbar.com 910-860-4899 or www.grandsonsbuffet.com Local owners Wayne, Joyce and Rodney Horne have been in business since 1995, serving up fresh seafood that arrives from the coast daily. One way they like to engage customers is by challeng- ing them. Buy three roost- ers (raw oyster, saltine cracker, jalapeno pepper slice, horseradish, black pepper and hot sauce) and eat them all to win a free T-shirt. Drink a rooster To say Fred Chason’s Grandsons has dominated this category in the Best of shooter (raw oyster, beer, Fayetteville competition is an understatement. Year after year since the business horseradish) in one gulp was founded, it has taken home the top prize. and the shot glass is yours The reasons are simple. Grandsons offers the comforts of home cooking and to take home. is a place where everyone is welcome to sit at the table and enjoy a variety of For those not interested offerings. Everybody is a part of the family, and the recipes taste like they came in this spicy challenge, the straight out of your Southern grandma’s cookbook. oyster bar offers steamed That is exactly the atmosphere owners Sheryl and Todd Warga are hoping and raw oysters by the for. “Our customers are the best because they are family,’’ they said. “We are a peck. Of course, there’s family-owned business, and we want our customers to feel that when they walk more than oysters — through the door.’’ Todd is one of the two grandsons of Fred Chason, who gave shrimp, snow crab legs, lobster tail and filet mignon, to name a few other menu the establishment its name, the other being Matt Warga. items. Combine several favorites like mussels, clams, oysters, shrimp and sau- Classics like mashed potatoes, black-eyed peas, pulled pork and more keep sage in a steam pot. For land-lubbers, options include ribs, chicken, sirloin and customers returning. It’s no wonder our readers make Grandsons the choice for fried pickle chips. 316 Oyster Bar is open Tuesday through Thursday 5-9 p.m. Best Southern Style Restaurant. and Friday and Saturday 4:30-10 p.m. 22 UCW SEPTEMBER 29-OCTOBER 5, 2021 Best of Fayetteville

Best American Cuisine/Best BBQ Best Bakery/Best Desserts Southern Coals Country Style Kitchen Superior Bakery 3319 C Raeford Road 2433 Hope Mills Road 910-745-7675 or www.southerncoals.com 910-424-4242 or www.superiorbakerync.com Southern Coals was created out of a desire and passion to serve our commu- Superior Bakery has a rich tradition of service to Fayetteville and Cumberland nity with the best food and friendly smiles money can buy. With over a decade County, dating back to 1956 when it was founded by John S. Poulos. in the food service industry, they know what it takes to exceed customer expec- Poulos came to the United States from his native Greece in 1951. After work- tations. They are not satisfied if you aren’t. Stop by, say hello, and grab some of ing as a dishwasher, he saved up enough money to buy a defunct bakery on their delicious food and taste the Southern Coals difference. Raeford Road. At Southern Coals there’s really no limit to the types of food choices they He married Kay Paliouras in 1958, and the couple grew the business until it offer. Southern Coals provides the perfect side items to complement their deli- relocated to its current location in 1971. Poulos retired in 1988, and the business cious choice of meats. Some of their southern classics include: baked beans, stayed in the family as son Nickos took over. cole slaw, potato salad, corn bread dressing, mashed potatoes, green beans, This year, the family is celebrating 65 years in business thanks to all of their stewed potatoes and corn on the cob. If you want to go a little more fancy, loyal customers. Southern Coals offers more sophisticated fare such as broccoli salad, squash One longtime customer of Superior Bakery recently shared this review soufflé, mozzarella salad, chef salad and loaded mashed potatoes. on Facebook. “I have loved this bakery for 40 years,’’ she said. “If you like a Honored to receive the Best of Fayetteville recognition, owners expressed German-style breakfast, go buy their brotchen rolls baked fresh every morning. their gratitude saying they “feel blessed by the Lord since day one and strive I could eat a half dozen of their glazed croissants. They’re amazing. They have a every day to serve our customers well and also give back to the community.” wonderful variety of lots of other delicious bakery items too.’’ THANK 2021 Y U Thank you Fayetteville for voting us NONA SUSHI NONA SUSHI NONA SUSHI BEST SUSHI 4 YEARS IN A ROW We are sincerely grateful for your votes and honored by this recognition as the Best CPA Firm. Going beyond your taxes – and your expectations With tax, accounting and financial/advisory services to build your business and grow your wealth – and unparalleled, personalized service Fayetteville • 2405 Robeson Street 910-323-3600 • 572 Executive Place 910-323-3100 2 LOCATIONS IN FAYETTEVILLE: Dunn • 110 Commerce Drive 910-891-1100 • trpsumner.com 910.920.2400 | 4411 Ramsey St. #112 • 910.703.8986 | 5075 Morganton Rd. Best of Fayetteville SEPTEMBER 29-OCTOBER 5, 2021 UCW 23

Best Fried Chicken Kentucky Fried Chicken Voted Best 1207 Bragg Blvd., Fayetteville and multiple locations Landscaping 910-485-2531 or www.kfc.com Owned and managed by Paris & Potter Management, the KFC Company franchises in Cumberland County have been in business for 60 years. The first KFC location in North Carolina was the KFC located on Bragg Boulevard, which recently celebrated its 60th anniversary. If you know chicken, you know Kentucky Fried Chicken. Original recipe or extra crispy, the chicken at KFC is a favorite for tailgating, pic- nicking and Sunday dinner. Served with their famous mashed potatoes, creamy mac and cheese or corn, a meal from KFC leaves the whole family satisfied. So, when you’re running late, and you know your family is hungry, don’t stress, visit the drive through or walk on in and get a southern delight that will make your whole family happy. Best Pizza Elizabeth’s Pizza Two locations: one in Fayetteville and one in Hope Mills 910-497-0588 and 910-424-2848 or www.elizabethpizzaskibo.com Elizabeth’s Pizza has been a standard in Landscape Design, Installation & Maintenance Cumberland County for more than 30 years. The restaurant has the perfect atmosphere for you and your family to enjoy a delicious • Commercial meal. Elizabeth’s Pizza Italian Restaurant • Residential is staffed by friends and three generations of family, some of whom are originally • Lawn Maintenance 2021 from Italy. Each order starts with authentic • Retaining Wall Installation Italian recipes and is complemented with what is fresh seasonally in our area, using • Hardscape Design & Installation local items when possible. The food has to be delicious, so they use only the finest ingredients. The staff at Elizabeth’s has a passion for wine and Contact Patrick McLaurin for food. Elizabeth’s signature dish has always been its hand tossed New York Ceritified Landscape Contractor style pizza, which our community has come to love and value, which earned the restaurant the Best Pizza in town. Elizabeth’s Pizza is a great place to enjoy time with friends and family while eating delicious Italian food! 910•286•0795 Best Wings 128 S. Broad St. Fayetteville 301 Wingz 407 N Eastern Blvd. 910-677-9464 or www.theoriginalwingco.com/ www.ncdesignconcepts.com There are plenty of wing eateries in this town, but 301 Wingz, owned by Marshall Brookshire, stands out ALL THE MORE REASON TO for both food and service. It’s easy to see why it’s won Best of Fayetteville again this year. Review after review Shop Local on its Facebook page praises the delicious food and courteous ser- vice. One review states, “Awesome place! We go here almost 4 times a Available online week, great food, great service! Staff is very friendly, know us by name and our order by heart!! I totally recommend this restaurant!! Best of all, (you’re) not for you to search breaking the bank to eat here!! Very affordable!!” for your favorite The casual atmosphere at this bar and grill will keep you coming back. Even though 301 specializes in wings, there’s a great selection of other menu items shops! 2021 such as gyros, sandwiches, chicken tenders, burgers, salads and more means something for everyone. www.upandcomingweekly.com 24 UCW SEPTEMBER 29-OCTOBER 5, 2021 Best of Fayetteville

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Goods & Services Best Candy/Sweet Shop Best Shopping Complex (Not the Mall) Rocket Fizz Soda Pop and Candy Shop Westwood Shopping Center 1916 Skibo Road #A7 400 Westwood Shopping Center Suite 100 910-867-6032 or www.RocketFizzFayetteville.com 910-868-2121 or www.westwoodsc.com When you’ve got a lot of shop- ping to do, wouldn’t it be great to get it all done in one spot instead of spending your time driving around town from one store to another? There is such a place in The concept of the classic candy store of old hasn’t faded into the pages of Fayetteville. Westwood Shopping history. It’s alive and well, and enjoying a renaissance under the national brand- Center is home to a variety of busi- ing of the Rocket Fizz chain. nesses, including clothing stores, a Fayetteville’s Rocket Fizz is located in the Marketfair Shopping Center, adja- pharmacy, entertainment venues, cent to Planet Fitness. The local franchise is owned by Ann Sims and Ineke a number of restaurants, specialty Morris-Verschuur. At their store, you’ll see such enticing items as toys, novelties, shops and service providers. Most gags, candies, nostalgic movie posters, vintage rock concert posters and more of our readers already know this, than 400 varieties of soda pop. The soda flavors are as varied as green apple jala- as Westwood has won this category peño, black licorice, s’mores, banana nut, ranch dressing, cucumber, Martian many times before. poop, and bacon. Not a soda fan? Try eating it via Dr. Pepper cotton candy. Or Locally owned and operated, try the Bob Ross Positive Energy Drink for a quick pick-me-up. Westwood Shopping Center was built in 1974 by the Player family and is The focus is simple. Rocket Fizz wants to offer the kind of fun and tasty treats an integral part of the 600-acre regional trade center in Fayetteville, which popular in years past, while also mixing in some quirky, modern flare. includes several other shopping centers and brings in more than $200 million You can even purchase a gift basket that will include an array of candy, gifts to the local economy every year. Looking back over the past 47 years of devel- and soda that’s certain to stand out. opment, the Player family takes pride in the fact that the shopping center has become a place where small-business owners turn their dreams into reality. Westwood Shopping Center is in the heart of Fayetteville’s bustling restau- Best Tobacco Shop rant and shopping district at the intersection of Morganton and McPherson Anstead’s Tobacco Company Church Roads, near the All American Freeway. The area continues to grow 320 N. McPherson Church Rd. and offer new options for shoppers and local businesses. 910-864-5705 or www.ansteads.com Best Health Food Store Apple Crate Naturals 2711 Raeford Road Suite 110 and 5430 Camden Road Suite 103 910-426-7777 and 910-423-8800 or www.applecratenaturals.com With so many toxic ingre- dients in our food, it can be hard to know what to trust. At Apple Crate Naturals, the mission is to bring Fayetteville the best organic produce,healthy food and trusted supplements on the market. The knowledgeable staff If the striking red barn that houses Anstead’s Tobacco Company isn’t enough obsesses over ingredients so to pique your interest, one step inside the doors will quickly convince both the you don’t have to. Whether serious and the casual cigar smoker that this is a place worth exploring. Owners you visit the Raeford Road Wayne and Edith Anstead invite the community to come enjoy some of the best or Camden Road location, premium cigars in the world while relaxing in the luxury smoking lounge. you will find everything you Anstead’s is home to a giant walk-in humidor that covers more than 300 need to keep you and your square feet. Filling that exquisite space are over 100 premium brands of cigars, family healthy. Apple Crate including classic Dominican, Honduran and Nicaraguan cigars. If you’re more Natural is always working to into pipes, there is a large selection of excellent briar and meerschaum pipes. To bring great organic and non- fill them, the customer will find 40 different blends of pipe tobacco, along with a GMO foods, including fresh variety of imported pipe brands. produce, vegan/vegetarian, gluten free, sugar free and bulk food and herbs. At Patrons can enjoy smoking in the lounge with friends or explore Anstead’s the Raeford Road location, you can even grind your own nut butters. Whatever two-story construction. Paying a visit to the Wine, Whiskey, Craft Beer and your question or interest in natural products, the store’s knowledgeable staff will Scotch Bar tops off the experience. help you get what you need. Apple Crate Naturals is family owned and operated Anstead’s offers a Pipe Club along with monthly cigar special events. There by Brenda Harris and her daughters, Emily and Allison Davis. are also quarterly events introducing new cigars, special offers, promotions and best sellers. Additionally, there are featured visits from various representatives, cigar rollers and other VIPs of the industry. 26 UCW SEPTEMBER 29-OCTOBER 5, 2021 Best of Fayetteville

“Friends For Life” 2021 BEST LOCAL PHARMACY (910)-779-4242 (910) 484-6100 (910) 884-3053 3018 North Main Street 2800 Raeford Rd., Ste. 18 4417 Ramsey St. Hope Mills, NC 28348 Fayetteville, NC 28303 Fayetteville, NC 28311 Best of Fayetteville SEPTEMBER 29-OCTOBER 5, 2021 UCW 27

Best Furniture Store-Used Best Furniture Store - New New and Nearly New Thrift Shop Bullard Furniture 810 Bragg Blvd. 4901 Morganton Road 910-302-3826 or www.nearlynewthriftshop.com 910- 864-5533 or www.bullardfurniture.com Bullard Furniture is a family owned and operated busi- ness and has been providing the area with name-brand fur- niture options since 1957. For more than 60 years, the Bullard family and their staff have worked hard building their reputa- tion of being fair and trustworthy while serving Fayetteville, Fort Bragg and New & Nearly New Thrift Shop proves that the practice of being thrifty is both Cumberland County families. fun and smart. Owner Bob Thompson started his business in 1974 with just Bullard’s 100,000-square-foot showroom is overflowing with beautiful, well- 3,000 square feet of space and a Volkswagen bus. Over the ensuing years, he’s made pieces and boasts the largest furniture selection in the area. The extensive expanded to a total of three buildings and a whopping 15,000 square feet of trea- selection includes name-brand furniture, mattresses and accessories at afford- sures waiting to be discovered. able prices. Today’s shop is unique in the world of thrift opportunities. It features an The customer service is beyond reproach; there are no chain store attitudes incredible array of options for purchase, affordable prices and a staff that is here, just unparalleled products and attention to detail through every step of the friendly and anxious to help the customer find anything they might need. process. This is what is known as “the Bullard experience.” It’s what makes shop- “We’re always buying and selling products that we know will find a new home,’’ ping here a pleasure, fuels recommendations and keeps people coming back. Thompson said. If you’re looking for a baby shower gift, bar stools for that basement man cave, specialty lamps or a new or used mattress for your guest bedroom, look no fur- ther than New & Nearly New Thrift Shop. BEST CAR WASH 2021 the latest in car wash FREE innovation with memberships VACUUMS $ starting at just 20 per month 3505 Ramsey Street 2106 Skibo Road Thank you fayetteville and cumberland county Fayetteville, NC 28311 Fayetteville NC 28314 for making 5 star express your #1 car wash 910-758-8700 910-600-7930 wash5star.com @wash5star 28 UCW SEPTEMBER 29-OCTOBER 5, 2021 Best of Fayetteville

Thank You Large Jewelry Selection Thank You On Site Jewelry Repair Fayetteville Fayetteville Concealed Carry & Other Firearms Training Available Best Pawn Shop Best Shooting Range 2021 Best Place to Buy a Gun Contributing Area’s Largest Knife Selection Remodeled & Expanded Pawn Shop Writers Wanted Join the Up & Coming team Use your creative talents to promote community events (people, concerts, theater, festivals, sports, etc.) Basic writing and interviewing skills needed Intern opportunities available for college students Expanded Firearms Department Professional Indoor Shooting Range Contact [email protected] 4632 Yadkin Rd. • Fayetteville, NC (910) 484-6200 (910) 864-2270 (910) 864-2270 Don’t Just Read About it, Write about it! Contributing Writers Wanted Join the Up & Coming Weekly team • Use your creative talents to promote community events (people, concerts, theater, festivals, sports, etc.) • Basic writing and interviewing skills needed Contact [email protected] • Intern opportunities available for college students (910) 484-6200 Best of Fayetteville SEPTEMBER 29-OCTOBER 5, 2021 UCW 29

Best Antique Shop The Pickin’ Coop Antique Mall 708 Ramsey St. 910- 484-8400 or www.thepickincoopantiquemall.com Antiquing can be an exhausting hobby as customers travel from one shop to another in search of that special, hard-to-find item. A solution to antiqu- ing fatigue is to locate a dealer that offers a wide variety of excellent choices all under one roof. Repeat Best of Fayetteville winner The Pickin’ Coop is just such a business. It may look small on the outside, but The Pickin’ Coop is home to some 30 2021 B E S T O F T H E B E S T vendors, each in their own booth. They offer everything from antiques to gifts to painted furniture and a variety of vintage collectibles. The owners of The Pickin’ Coop call Fayetteville home and are active sup- porters of other local businesses. For all antiquers looking for that special find, take along some friends and spend a leisurely afternoon with a single stop to The Pickin’ Coop. Best Used Book Store 2ND & CHARLES 1920 Skibo Road 910-487-3356 or www.2ndandcharles.com/locations/fayetteville 2ND & CHARLES is rapidly becoming a local dynasty in the book world. For a sixth time, the readers of Up & Coming Weekly have rated this Skibo Road busi- ness the place to find the best in used books. The atmosphere at 2ND & CHARLES goes way beyond just another bookstore. There’s a strong sense of community within its walls. All readers, regardless of age, hobby, passion or title, can find a book of interest, and maybe a kindred spirit, amongst its shelves. There are two goals common to most book readers. First is finding a great new book. Second is getting it at a competi- tive price. Those are exactly the kinds of finds available at 2ND & CHARLES. The staff are eager to work with custom- ers in the buying, selling and trading of all manner of lightly used books — plus 2021 some other goodies, too. The inventory, in addition to fiction and nonfiction hardcovers and paperbacks, includes comic books, CDs, vinyl records, video game consoles, electronics, movies and video games. There’s also an occasional We’re proud to continue our Best of Fayetteville Service! free book bin. 2ND & CHARLES customers have been extremely supportive over the years. Fans of the business have come to the store to take part in pop culture events, (910) 437-5959 • 894-E Elm St., Fayetteville, NC 28303 game nights, cosplay, the gaming arena and activities for children. There is much more than books here. There’s inspiration and experience. www.expresspros.com 30 UCW SEPTEMBER 29-OCTOBER 5, 2021 Best of Fayetteville

Best Carpet and Floors Best Jewelry Store Carolina Carpet Rhudy’s Jewelry Showroom 5223 Raeford Road Suite 103 2410 Murchison Road 910-424-0173 or www.carolinacarpetfloors.com 910-488-7571 or www.rhudysjewelry.com Carolina Carpet and Floors is a fam- ily owned and operated business that has operated in Fayetteville for more than 40 years. Carolina Carpet offers a lifetime warranty on all flooring they install. A full-service flooring store, serving customers with their personal flooring needs is the goal of all of the flooring professionals who work with the company. They offer one of the largest selections of flooring for the customer’s forever home, rental/flip home or the do-it-yourself client. The full service store offers free estimates, flooring repairs, flooring installation and cus- tom area rugs. The company’s mission statement really says it all, and probably played a big role in Carolina Carpet being named the Best Carpet and Flooring Store in Fayetteville. As their mission states: Carolina Carpet strives to offer products that make your life better, install them quickly, and deliver the best Founded by Rhudy Phillips in the 1970s, Rhudy’s Jewelry Showroom has flooring experience possible. proven to be a consistent choice by the people of Fayetteville when searching for quality jewelry at affordable prices. Best Thrift Shop When the business first opened, access to the showroom was by invitation Timely Treasures Thrift Store only. But that soon changed as word spread around the community about the quality products being offered, along with Rhudy’s excellent business standards 1003 Honeycutt Road 910-491-6187 and first-class customer service. www.facebook.com/TimelyTreasuresThriftStore/ The sophisticated atmosphere of the showroom is backed with top-notch workmanship, an impressive inventory and unfailing honesty and integrity. We’ve all heard the old saying Rhudy’s continues to produce outstanding custom jewelry while also han- that eventually, everything old dling repairs on the premises. Thanks to equitable pricing that fits any budget, is new again. But a Fayetteville along with a focus on detail, honesty and integrity, customers have continued couple took that mantra and coming back for years. turned it into not only a thriving business, but also a resource for those in need in our community. Timely Treasures, located at 1003 Honeycutt Rd., in Fayetteville has been meeting the needs of the thrifty for a decade. The shop, which is more than 4,000 square feet, is considered one of the cleanest and friendliest thrift stores in town. The store is always stocked with new and inter- esting things and with some of the best prices in town. The owners take pride in giving back to the community through donations to the Fayetteville Urban Ministries, local schools and fire departments. The store has already earned many accolades from the City of Fayetteville to the North Carolina General years and Assembly. This year, they are adding the accolade of Best Thrift Store having 5 come more to won the hearts and votes of Up & Coming Weekly readers for a third time. Investigate the Possibilities Best Bargain Shop Ollie’s Bargain Outlet 3725 Ramsey St. 910-822-3116 or www.ollies.us/locations/ Ollie’s Bargain Outlet is one of America’s largest retailers of closeout merchandise and excess inventory. It sells merchandise of all kinds. You’ll find real brands at bargain prices in every depart- ment, from housewares to sport- ing goods to flooring and to food. Ollie’s buyers scour the world Best Advertising Specialties looking for closeouts, overstocks, package changes, manufacturer refurbished goods and irregulars. Much of the merchandise comes direct from the finest manufacturers in the country and abroad. For example, if a manufacturer makes F FIIVVEE YYEEAARRSS IINN AA RROOWW too much of an item, or changes their packaging, Ollie’s will buy the overstocked or old packaged items. So, you will always find famous brand name products at Thank You For Your Vote! Ollie’s, but a lot of them could be last year’s colors, patterns or packaging. Best of Fayetteville SEPTEMBER 29-OCTOBER 5, 2021 UCW 31

Best Car Dealer — Used Best Car Dealer — New CarMax Bryan Honda 521 North McPherson Church Road 4104 Raeford Road 910-778-7866 or www.carmax.com/stores/7279 910-483-1234 or www.bryanhondafayetteville.com Carmax is the nation’s largest buyer and seller of used automobiles with the At Bryan Honda, their goal is to make every customer’s car buying experience largest nationwide inventory of used vehicles of nearly every make and model. the best. Bryan offers a wide variety of cars at its Raeford Road location and at The company offers a personalized experience with the option for customers to its virtual dealership. This makes car shopping a breeze. The Bryan family has do as much or as little online and in-store as they want. proudly and flawlessly served the Fayetteville area in business and community CarMax’s online appraisal tool is the company’s latest consumer offering to service for over seven decades. Quality, trust and excellence are the highest pri- bring increased flexibility and convenience to their customers. If a customer orities of the Bryan family, staff, management. wants to sell their car, they will receive an offer online in less than two mninutes. Their goal is the complete satisfaction of everyone who comes through A customer can take up to seven days to decide whether or not they want to sell the door looking to purchase an automobile. That’s service far beyond Bryan or not. Even if you don’t buy a car from CARMAX, they will buy one from you. Honda’s free lifetime engine warranties and free maintenance on new vehicles. With a Love Our Car Guarantee, customers have up to 30 days to decide if their Professional, knowledgeable and conscientious staff asks specific questions new car is right for them. If not, they can return it for a full refund up to 1,500 about your needs, ensuring your satisfaction with your new car is guaranteed. miles. CARMAX is the no-stress no-hassle way to buy a car, and Fayetteville resi- Ultimately, Bryan Honda wants you riding in a vehicle that is satisfying to you dents have been convinced. both personally and financially. BEST ANTIQUE SHOP 2021 Visit Our Sister Store The COOP DeVILLE MERCANTIL Antiques & Gifts 2433 Hope Mills Rd Fayetteville NC 28304 910 425-5005 Over 40 Vendor Spaces The PICKIN’ COOP Antique Mall Over 30 Vendor Spaces Monday - Saturday Antiques Primitives 9:30 am - 5:30 pm Vintage Painted Furniture Collectibles and more pickin’s Gifts from The Pickin’ Coop 708 Ramsey St Fayeeville, NC 28301 910 484-8400 www.thepickincoopantiquemall.com like us on Facebook 32 UCW SEPTEMBER 29-OCTOBER 5, 2021 Best of Fayetteville

works e x h i b i t i o n Brought to you by:Fayetteville Public Works Commission Voted Best Local thanks Community you! Project for your service as a 20 year sponsor Public Works is an annual community-wide art exhibit showcasing the vibrant cultural artistry of talented visual artists of all ages and skill levels. IMPACT in grant and allocations distributed to arts and culture nonprofit organizations, artists, and municipalities. through artist teaching participated in Artists In Schools reaching engagements. engaged through innovative virtual programs. Best of Fayetteville SEPTEMBER 29-OCTOBER 5, 2021 UCW 33

Goods & Services Best Auto Repair Best Car Wash Ernie & Sons Automotive 5 Star Express 2691 Owen Drive 3505 Ramsey St. and multiple locations 910-323-4144 or www.autorepairshopfayetteville.com 910-758-8700 When your car isn’t working the Thank goodness 5 Star Express way it should, you need help and Car Wash came to Fayetteville early you need it fast. In Fayetteville, enough to set the standard for car people have found Ernie & Sons wash quality and service. Since to be a lifesaver. A family owned 2019, when the first 5 Star Car Wash business, Ernie & Sons considers first opened on Ramsey Street, they their customers part of their family dedicated themselves to providing and treats them just that way. They superior customer service. They quickly find the root of the problem introduced innovative technology, and take care of it in the most effi- high-tech processes and excellent cient manner. Unlike some repair cleaning techniques that produced shops, the friendly mechanics at their signature high-quality and Ernie’s don’t try to sell you some- affordable car wash services. In thing you don’t need. Prior to begin- addition, another defining factor for their success in Fayetteville is their involve- ning repairs, they run a comprehensive check of your vehicle and call you with ment and immersion into the community. From the get-go, 5 Star owners Allen an estimate before they begin any repairs. We all know the sticker shock of get- Crook and Mark Reynolds joined the Chamber of Commerce, attended civic ting what we thought to be a simple repair, only to find out it’s more than twice and community events and gatherings, reached out to Cumberland County the price we expected — but not at Ernie & Sons! Schools, the military and our first responders. These guys think local. With Once work has begun, if they find something they didn’t find initially,they will two locations, Ramsey Street and Skibo Road, the 3rd location in Hope Mills give you a call back to make sure you want the repair or to let you know it will will open by the first of the year. 5 Star is a first-time Best of Fayetteville win- need to be done sometime soon. And, if your car breaks down, Ernie & Sons ner. It didn’t take long for Up & Coming Weekly readers to distinguish who was has a 24-hour towing service as well. Fayetteville residents have trusted Ernie & the Best of the Best. Congratulations to 5 Star for investing in the technology, Sons for years, and so can you! products and design of a quality car wash that puts the customer first. Again, it didn’t take long for readers to notice the 5 Star Express Car Wash difference. Congratulations! Best Auto Body Shop C&C Top Shop 421 McArthur Road 910-488-0066 or www.cctopshop.com Owned and operated by Charles Crumpler III, the shop works on interiors, exteriors and well as electronics. While they provide a wide variety of service to enhance the look of your vehicle, they can also install aftermarket parts and upgrades to your vehicle including electronics and upholstery. They can help with DVD systems installations, electric sunroofs, upholstery and headliners. All the work done at the shop is completed by certified technicians. Stop in and you will be treated like family by the friendly staff while you wait for your vehicle services to be completed. Whether you are looking to upgrade your interior or add a sunroof, electron- ics, spoiler, whatever it may be, the selection of the proper product is critical. Let the automotive craftsmen at C&C Top Shop guide you through the available options to insure you get it right the first time. CC’s Top Shop is family owned and operated and will do their very best to meet your automotive needs, whether it’s a repair or an upgrade. 34 UCW SEPTEMBER 29-OCTOBER 5, 2021 Best of Fayetteville

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Best Motorcycle Dealer New and Used Fort Bragg Harley Davidson Thank you for voting us 3950 Sycamore Dairy Road 910-864-1200 or www.fortbraggharley.com BEST FLOORING STORE in Fayetteville for the 2nd time! 2021 Fort Bragg Harley Davidson is unique because the staff genuinely believes their customers are family. They have built a community around putting cus- tomers first. When someone from the community needs assistance, they feel it is their duty to step up and help. The staff focuses on stepping outside of the sales floor to host an event every weekend that benefits a variety of different causes. The staff strives to make everyone that comes through the doors feel like they are at home. Listening to their customers’ wants and needs and put- ting them first is one of the many reasons they won this accolade. Their focus on treating everyone who walks through their doors with respect and dignity keeps Luxury Vinyl Plank customers coming back. Our Service Will Floor You! Best Tire Store * Newly remodeled Design Center * Black’s Tire & Auto Service 2541 Gillespie St. and multiple locations We are a warehouse on the outside, designer showroom on the inside. 910-484-4114 or www.blackstire.com We offer something for everyone: a large stock of vinyl, carpet, laminate, hardwood, ceramic, remnants and much more. 910-300-9944 5223 Raeford Rd. Suite 103 • Fayetteville, NC 28304 www.carolinacarpetfloors.com Black’s Tire & Auto Service has a rich tradition in this part of the state. It goes back 92 years to when the first Black’s Tire opened as a service station in the town of Whiteville, North Carolina, in 1929. All you need to know about the mission of Black’s was written by its current owners, Ricky and Dianne Benton. “We are a family-owned business that truly operates as family,’’ they wrote. “That’s true of all of the … Black’s locations in North and South Carolina.’’ The sign over the door at Black’s reads, “Through these doors pass the BEST PEOPLE in the world. Our customers.’’ Visit the many shops raised more than $275,000 for the Boys and Girls Homes of NC in 2019 and also Shop Local located in downtown Our local franchises give back to the community through things like sponsor- ships and hosting a Disabled American Veterans mobile unit every year. Black’s participates in hurricane relief efforts as well as Toys for Tots. Fayetteville! From that humble beginning in 1929, Black’s has grown to a company with more than 800 team members at its various locations. The business continues to offer free battery and tire inspections along with free tire rotations for life if your original tire purchase was from Black’s. 36 UCW SEPTEMBER 29-OCTOBER 5, 2021 Best of Fayetteville

Best CPA Firm Best Legal Assistant TRP Sumner, PLLC Danielle Rea of Beaver Courie Attorneys at Law 572 Executive Place and 2405 Robeson St. 230 Green St. 910-323-3100 and 910-323-3600 or www.trpsumner.com 910-323-4600 or www.beavercourie.com Reputation counts A previous Best of for everything these Fayetteville winner as Best days, and when it Legal Assistant, Danielle Rea comes to keeping has been involved in the legal your monetary affairs profession for 17 years. She in order, you don’t works in both Cumberland want to risk yours. and New Hanover Counties That’s why it’s impor- and earned her associate tant to align yourself degree in paralegal studies with a respected busi- at Wilmington’s Cape Fear ness like TRP Sumner. Community College. “Every For more tha 50 day, the staff and myself are years, the accoun- able to help individuals in the tants at TRP Sumner, community overcome hard PLLC have been keeping Fayetteville’s residents money and investments safe times, hard challenges and and growing bigger. Sumner, PLLC offers the wide range of services you’d expect complex matters,” said Rea. from a larger accounting firm. But the emphasis remains on a close relationship Despite her years of experi- with clients that you’d expect from a smaller firm. ence, Rea never forgets that Trusted advice to customers is a hallmark. The firm attributes its success to when someone comes to keeping their eyes firmly focused on providing extraordinary customer service, Beaver Courie for help, it is but also keeping a unique and innovative vision for the future of each of their usually the first time they’ve been in a legal situation. clients. While the company offers services usually only seen in large corporate One client raved, “I love this firm — and Danielle! She basically held my organizations, they are able to provide personal attention to all of their clients. hand through the whole process, kept me up-to-date on my case and genuinely Their expertise in taxes, accounting and other financial matters serves a variety cared.” of businesses from healthcare to agriculture to real estate. The same devotion Rea is a member of the Cumberland County Paralegal Association, serving they give to their customers can be seen in their involvement in the community. as its vice president from 2012-14. She is also a member of the North Carolina Their expertise and commitment to integrity and excellence prompted their Advocates for Justice Legal Assistant’s Division and the North Carolina Paralegal customers to vote them the Best CPA Firm. Association. In addition, she’s a North Carolina notary public. Outside of work, she serves as youth director at Bluff Presbyterian Church. Before she joined Beaver Courie, Rea was criminal deputy clerk at the Best Law Firm Cumberland County Clerk of Court’s office. Her primary areas of responsibility Beaver Courie Attorneys at Law at Beaver Courie include staff oversight of criminal, traffic, ABC/ALE and Fort 230 Green St. Bragg practice areas. 910-323-4600 or www.beavercourie.com Best Divorce Attorney Timothy Edwards of Blackwell and Edwards 300 Dick St. 910-483-5176 or www.blackwellandedwards.com There are a couple of constants when it comes to the practice of family law. Obviously, it can be a deeply personal matter. It is equally highly emotional for all involved. That is why many people in Fayetteville seeking guid- ance through the difficult maze of divorce turn to Timothy Edwards of Blackwell & Edwards law firm. Edwards is a repeat Best of Beaver Courie has established itself as the area’s “go to” law firm for criminal Fayetteville winner as Best Divorce and traffic defense, family law and serious personal injury since 1978. Beaver Attorney. He is adept at covering all Courie has multiple lawyers who have been repeatedly recognized in the North the details in the case he’s handling. Carolina Super Lawyers list, The Best Lawyers in America list, U.S. News & World He makes sure to provide his clients Report’s Best Lawyers and Best Law Firm list. with all they need to know about Based on client feedback, more than 80% of their new clients come from refer- every legal option available to them. rals by past clients or other attorneys. The staff at Beaver Courie is guided by the In one Facebook review of a highest standards, ethical behavior and competence. divorce case Edwards handled, a Beaver Courie eagerly accepts the challenge of cases that are both compli- client called the matter extremely cated and unpopular, handling everything from speeding tickets to some of difficult and said it was an under- the region’s most complex criminal and personal injury cases. They’ve earned statement to say Edwards did a a much-deserved reputation for holding their ground on behalf of clients and great job in the work he put forth on seeking the best possible outcome for everyone they defend. the case. The reviewer praised him Regardless of what case you need help with, the defense attorneys at Beaver for his knowledge of the law and his Courie are as close as the nearest telephone. legal strategy, which was described as top-notch. Best of Fayetteville SEPTEMBER 29-OCTOBER 5, 2021 UCW 37

Best Local Pharmacy Best Pediatric Dental Clinic Cape Fear Discount Drugs Highland Pediatric Dental 2800 Raeford Road, 4417 Ramsey St. and Hope Mills 1367 Walter Reed Road Suite 103 910-484-6100, 910-884-3053 and 910-779-4242 910-458-8749 or www.highlandpediatricdental.com www.capefeardiscountdrug.com A repeat winner in this category, Cape Fear Discount Drugs is a locally owned and operated pharmacy serving the community with a passion that’s enabled them to expand their business to three locations. John Calhoun and his son With a modern, kid-friendly facility, top-notch equipment and the latest tech- Jeremy opened the flagship drugstore in the Highland Center next to Harris nology and dental procedures, Highland Pediatric Dental has safeguarded the Teeter on Raeford Road. Cape Fear is now owned by Dustin and Tracy Gay. smiles of Fayetteville children for over 30 years. It was founded by Dr. Phillip Great customer service and short wait times soon made a name for the busi- Caldwell and is now owned by Dr. Yvette Stokes (Doctor of Dental Surgery), ness, and they opened another location in front of Walmart on Ramsey Street. who joined the practice in 1994. Their newest location is on Main Street in front of the Walmart in Hope Mills. Stokes and her associate, Dr. Shannitta Bridgers (Doctor of Dental Surgery The experienced staff at all locations include registered pharmacists and tech- and Master of Science), are assisted by certified dental assistants and a certified nicians, many of whom are board certified. The pharmacies accept third-party dental hygienist. They provide a full range of dental services to infants, children, insurance plans, including Medicare, NC Medicaid, workers’ compensation and adolescents and special-needs patients, including routine teeth cleaning and all Tricare. Services offered include prescription compounding, complimentary aspects of oral hygiene. Hospital-based oral surgery is also available should the blood pressure checks, medication management and diabetic shoe fitting. At all need arise. of the locations, the pharmacy’s goal is to fill most prescriptions in less than 15 Caldwell still works at Highland on a part-time basis. He and Stokes are easy minutes. Delivery is free. to find around the community as both are involved in local charities, civic Cape Fear Discount Drugs is clearly fulfilling its mission statement: “We strive groups and religious activities. to make sure all of your needs are met as we want to be ‘friends for life.’” Highland truly lives up to its motto, “Where first smiles begin,” which makes it a perennial winner of the Best of the Best in Fayetteville. Best Dental Clinic Village Family Dental 2029 Valleygate Drive Suite 201 910-485-8884 or www.vfdental.com Village Family Dental has provided oral health services to families in Cumberland, Hoke and Robeson counties since 1985. They work to keep comprehensive dental care affordable while providing the best care for their patients. They are dedicated to prevention but also to providing solutions to dental problems should they arise. Using state-of-the-art technology, Village offers services such as fillings, seal- ants, extractions, inlays/onlays, bonding, bleaching, implants, pediatric den- 2021 B E S T O F T H E B E S T tistry, sedation dentistry, cosmetic dentistry, dental surgery and a full range of orthodontic options. The dentistry staff are dedicated to keeping current with advances in their field and are supported by an outstanding team of specialists including two new board-certified orthodontists. “We can meet the needs of your entire family with little to no travel or loss of time,” a Village Family representative said. “We also stand behind our wide range of quality services and the customer service skills of our teams. Our patients consider us to be the best because we always put them first. Dental care should be a positive experience, and we are here to make that happen every day.” 38 UCW SEPTEMBER 29-OCTOBER 5, 2021 Best of Fayetteville

Goods & Services Best Chiropractor Best Family Medical Practice Nelson & Nelson Chiropractic Hope Medical Clinic, Dr. Solomon Ghebregziabiher 6021 Raeford Road, Yadkin Road, Ramsey St. 518 Sandhurst Drive 910-860-5559, 910-860-9119, 910-488-4009 910-500-0909 or www.hopemednc.com www.nelsonandnelson.com Hope Medical Clinic is an inter- nal medicine provider operated by Dr. Solomon Ghebregziabiher and established in 2021. Prior to opening Hope Medical, Dr. Ghebregziabiher worked at Village Internal Medicine. The office cares for adults of all ages for many different medical con- ditions. An internist typically Owned and operated by the Nelson brothers, Nelson and Nelson Chiropractic monitors chronic physical condi- has been serving Cumberland County, Lee County, Robeson County and sur- tions, identifies acute diseases, rounding counties for 25 years. The Nelsons believe the key to their success is: provides family planning, pro- no waiting, minimal paperwork and doctors and staff that put their patients vides counseling about wellness first. Everyone knows the slogan: We care for you! The Nelsons have been prov- and disease prevention, etc. Dr. ing it as more than just a jingle, but as an ethos for patient care. Chiropractors Ghebregziabiher is particu- at Nelson & Nelson employ various physical therapy techniques, adjustments, larly known for his preventative alignments and manipulations to help relieve pain in the muscles, ligaments, approach and for his nutritional classes. He strives to treat each patient like a tendons and soft tissue of their patients’ bodies. They work to help restore or member of the family. He feels it is important to treat patients in the same man- re-establish motion, flexibility and normal joint function. Treatments with hot ner he would like to be treated if sick, which means providing ease of access packs, cold packs, ultrasound, Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation — to medical care and compassionate care services to all patients. In short, the also known as TENS — and electrical muscle stimulation are also available as staff strives to follow the Golden Rule by treating others as they would want to needed. be treated. This compassionate care has earned the trust and support of the Drs. Tyler and Gary Nelson and their entire staff are devoted to their patients community, which resulted in the clinic being named the Best Family Medical and remain totally committed to their care. No wonder they’re voted the very Practice. best year after year. Best Pediatrician Rainbow Pediatrics Best Urgent Care 1327 Robeson St. (main Fayetteville office) NextCare Urgent Care 910-486-5437 or www.rainbowpeds.net 217 Glensford Drive 910-483-4647 or https://nextcare.com/locations/nc/fayetteville/ Rainbow Pediatrics’ mission is to provide high quality, compassionate and comprehensive medical care for children of all ages. Its multiple loca- tions in Fayetteville and Hope Mills make it conveniently accessible. After 16 years in business, the staff at this state-of-the-art practice promises to “treat your children as though they are our own,” all while using the most innovative technology and compre- hensive services. At NextCare, we strive to be available for our patients and make the process of In addition to the usual pediatric an urgent care visit as simple and seamless as we can. Our Online Check-In sys- services, Rainbow offers electronic tem allows you to book your time, skip the line, and show up to the clinic when prescription service, which cuts down your room is ready. If you want to skip the clinic entirely, our Virtual Care pro- on patient wait times as prescriptions gram can put you in contact with a provider quickly and safely from the comfort are transmitted directly to the phar- of your own home. macy. Its on-site labs provide faster NextCare offers a variety of services from the common cold to ear infections test results. They offer Spot Vision to stomach aches, most illnesses you get throughout the year can be treated testing, which is capable of detecting a with care at NextCare Urgent Care. Not all injuries require a trip to the emer- variety of vision problems in patients as young as six months. This makes early gency room. So for less severe cuts, bumps and bruises, skip the wait and walk intervention possible. They also offer allergy testing and injection-free allergy into any convenient NextCare location. Not only will we save you time and treatments, as well as pre-natal counseling. Twelve physicians now staff four money, we’ll get you back on the path to healing and feeling better sooner. The clinics. clinic also provides sports physicals, immunizations, x-rays, lab testing and Trust, respect, teamwork and integrity are the framework of Rainbow occupational health services. Pediatrics. As its name suggests, the Rainbow office is colorful and fun so Whether your stomache aches or you have a hacking cough NextCare can that kids come happy and leave happy. Rainbow’s website is easy to navigate, help you get back on your feet and feeling better with quick, convenient enabling electronic appointment scheduling and providing insurance and bill- appointments. ing information along with detailed explanations of services offered. Best of Fayetteville SEPTEMBER 29-OCTOBER 5, 2021 UCW 39

Best Optometrist Dr. Ken Risk of Risk Optometic Associates, PA Multiple locations 910-354-2121 or www.nceyedocs.com With offices in Fayetteville, Hope Mills, Raeford, Aberdeen, Jacksonville, Fort Bragg and Hendersonville, Risk Optometric Associates proudly serves Central North Carolina. Risk Optometrics has a team of eye doctors who offers you and your entire family complete eye care services. You can make an appointment to talk about your eyeglasses, contact lenses or specialty lens needs. You can also browse through the large selection of design- er eyeglass frames and sunglasses. If you want to be seen by Dr. Risk, you will need to visit the Ramsey Street location. Dr. Risk founded Risk Optometric Associates in 1997. He earned a Doctorate of Optometry with Honors 1994 from Indiana University School of Optometry, and completed externships at Omni Eye Center, Atlanta, Georgia and Atwater Eye Center, Indianapolis, Indiana. He is a member of the American Optometric Association, the North Carolina State Optometric Society, and is married to his high school sweetheart. They have three children. He likes to water ski, play chess, and run with his dog. Best Opthalmologist Carolina Vision Center 2047 Valleygate Drive 910-485-3937 or www.carolinavisioncenter.com Carolina Vision Center is the local area eye care expert. With more than 30+ years of experience, the experts at Carolina Vision Center are highly-trained and dedicated to restoring and maintaining vision for the community. The office offers comprehensive treatment options for all aspects of medical and surgical eye care, including cataract surgery, LASIK, Oculoplastics, Retinal Care, Glaucoma treatment. Drawing up an individual treatment program for patients, the center performs all services at the highest professional level. Whether you need a routine eye exam, help with dry eye, need to address your cataracts or you want to correct your vision, the highly-trained, experienced eye doctors can help. Carolina Vision Center offers convenient financing and insurance options, a wealth of information on all kinds of eye conditions, and a personal- ized approach to eye care that you and your family will love, as have so many other Fayetteville residents, which earned them this award. Best HVAC Contractor Blanton’s Air Plumbing & Electric 1769 Pamalee Drive 910-758-2056 or www.blantonsair.com In service since 1951, the HVAC professionals at Blanton’s Air, Plumbing & Electric will make your systems safe, fully ONE OF THE LARGEST CIGAR functional and energy-efficient LOUNGES & COCKTAIL BARS IN for years to come. Services include inspections, repairs, THE STATE. upgrades and more. A variety of maintenance plans ensure there’s one to suit every customer’s needs and budget. According to owners Will and Shanna Blanton, “Blanton’s focuses on building an empire through extraordinary experiences, not just for our loyal customers but our amazing employees.We are the industry leader in providing 910-864-5705 both technical advice and service as well as an outstanding customer service 320 N MCPHERSON CH. RD experience. We also provide exceptional services in electrical and plumbing services as well.” 40 UCW SEPTEMBER 29-OCTOBER 5, 2021 Best of Fayetteville

Best Plumbing Contractor Wade Hardin Plumbing BEST 2520 Gillespie St. 910-486-0334 or www.wadehardinplumbinginc.com REALTOR Serving the Fayetteville area since 1983, Wade Hardin Plumbing offers 24-hour emergency service. Services include installation, ser- vice and repair of all plumbing fixtures, water conditioning and 2021 filtration systems; high-pressure water jetting; professional leak detection; all types of drain clean- ing. They also offer complete bathroom remodeling, including carpentry, tile, design and all necessary plumbing work. Call Wade Hardin before you dig. Its Gen-Eye system can locate your plumb- 208 Hay St. ing problems without unnecessary digging. This system will locate the problem Mary Bunnells Fayetteville, NC 28301 to the exact inch of depth, and its built-in VCR allows for documentation of the 910 527-9251 findings. It is also useful for preventative maintenance of sewer and septic lines, chimneys, crawl spaces and lines of all types. I am humbled at having your vote for Best Realtor. Best Computer Repair Service/Best IT Professionals Ross I.T. Services Mary was extremely knowledgeable, helpful, and on 150 N McPherson Church Road Suite 10 top of every aspect of our purchase. I’m so thankful to 910-977-1001 or www.rossitservices.com have had her as my agent. Highly recommend! After 15 years in service and nine consecutive wins in this category, Ross I.T. - Client Testimonial Serving Cumberland, Harnett, Hoke, Moore and Robeson counties. https://marybunnells.c21.com Services has certainly proven itself. Owner Sam Ross started the business in 2006 with the mission to provide top-notch, professional and cutting edge cus- 2021 tomized business technology solutions. Services include networking, building custom computers, network design, cabling, system repairs and upgrades, virus removal and more. Ross has extensive training and received education from Fayetteville State University, Fayetteville Technical Community College and Cisco Networking Academy. He was certified by Cisco for networking up to 100 computers. At this point, you can trust he’s worked on far more than that. Best Cell Phone Repair iFixandRepair 1928 Skibo Road Suite 128 and multiple locations 910-275-4334 or https://ifixandrepair.com/stores/fayetteville With nearly a decade of expe- rience and service in the high- tech world of electronics repair, the professionals at ifixandrepair go the extra mile in servicing 910 910.481.0530.481.0530 910.481.0530 316 owen drive, fayetteville 316 owen drive, fayetteville cellphones, home electron- 316 owen drive, fayetteville 316oysterbar.com 316oysterbar.com ics, tablets, iPads, PCs, laptops, fresh oysters.. 316oysterbar.com game consoles and even drones. raw or steamed.. OPEN: OPEN: You name it, and they can fix it! steam pots.. OPEN: Tues-Thursday 5-9pm Tues-Thursday 5-9pm Cracked screen on your phone-no problem! Struggling with an inaudible device, Tues-Thursday 5-9pm or your screen just went blank? No problem. They will solve your electronics crab legs! Fri-Sat 4:30 - 10:00 Fri-Sat 4:30 - 10:00 Fri-Sat 4:30 - 10:00 problem, guaranteed. In addition to fast and friendly service, their area loca- CLOSED Sun - Mon CLOSED Sun - Mon CLOSED Sun - Mon tions (Cross Creek Mall, Raeford Road, Skibo Road, the Walmart in Hope Mills and even one at the North Post Exchange on Fort Bragg) make them convenient Fresh Seafood Arriving Daily! to home or office. Many minor repairs can be taken care of while you wait. Fresh Seafood Arriving Daily! Best of Fayetteville SEPTEMBER 29-OCTOBER 5, 2021 UCW 41

Goods & Services Find the best our BestBank community has to BB&T offer in the Best of Multiple locations Fayetteville edition of www.BBT.com Up & Coming Weekly year-round at 2021 Call 910-484-6200 today! www.upandcomingweekly.com When Alpheus Branch and Thomas Jefferson Hadley opened a small banking institution in 1872, they had no idea it would grow to become one of the largest financial services holding companies in the U.S. They also had no clue it would take home the gold in this category once again. Pun intended. Even though BB&T has locations all over the country, you’d never know it based on the personal interactions you’ll have with its helpful employees, whether over the phone or at your local branch. Even when the bank is closed, you can contact your personal banker via the BB&T smartphone app. This handy app allows you to pay bills and transfer funds, and it alerts you to activity on all your accounts in seconds. BB&T offers all the banking essentials, like savings, checking, investments, Thank you for Voting Us insurance and more. Its goal is to help clients achieve financial security and build successful businesses. Best Barber Shop Best Barber Shop Best Barber Shop Best Credit Union State Employee’s Credit Union Multiple locations www.ncsecu.org As all-around financial resources go, you won’t find any better than State Employees’ Credit Union. Whether you’re looking for standard banking services, loans, investments or help with your taxes, SECU has you covered. SECU even offers members discount tickets for “Men’s Grooming Lounge” theme parks. Need a new car? Try the car-buying 2021 service. Need help with retirement plan- ning? SECU has that covered, too. The list of services goes on and on: trust and estate planning, insurance, college SPECIALIZING IN savings plans. You can open a FAT CAT account for your 11-year-olds and under, Traditional a Zard account for your teenager, an 630 N. Men's Hair Cuts NC-529 account for your college-bound Reilly Rd. child or an IRA account for your retirement. Fayetteville Razor Fades With branches and CashPoints ATM machines located all over the state, 910.339.9842 Classic Face banking couldn’t be more convenient. Online banking is a breeze, and the web- Shaves site is easy to navigate. Employees are knowledgeable and courteous. Another added benefit is their monthly publication, Grassroots, which covers a variety of topics relevant to their customers. w w w .pink y sc h opsh op . c om 42 UCW SEPTEMBER 29-OCTOBER 5, 2021 Best of Fayetteville

Best Hair Salon Talk of the Town 757 McArthur Road Thank You for Voting Us 910-488-0098 www.facebook.com/Talk-of-the-Town-Salon-120997465668 BEST FUNERAL HOME Proudly Serving the Fayetteville Community In business for 16 years, Talk of the Town has been turning heads for 123 Years in Fayetteville with their stylish hair cuts, colors and other trendsetting hairstyles. The profes- sional, down-to-earth staff is welcoming, and stays up-to-date on the latest hair trends, and remains profession- ally up to date on their hair education and style sense. The salon provides a wide gamut of services from clips, cuts and color to esthetics, waxing and professional extensions that will leave all of your friends wondering how did you grow that gorgeous mane. All of this takes place in their comfortable salon, which is fam- ily-oriented and where, after a few trips, you become a member of the family. While you are waiting on your cut, you can catch up on the latest news, while sipping on a great cup of coffee! Casey Etheridge, the owner of the salon, invites you to come visit, and you might see for yourself why they were voted the best. Rogers & Breece Best Barber Shop FUNERAL HOME Pinky’s Chop Shop 630 N. Reilly Road 910-216-9232 or www.pinkyschopshop.com Whether you need a full haircut or just a beard trim, the stylists at Pinky’s Chop Shop will get to work while you kick back, relax and enjoy a cold beer. They’ve been open since 2015, but the staff has been providing haircuts and timeless style for much longer. Owner Sarah Hamilton has been a stylist for 19 years. The rest of the team has an Our Family Serving Your Family average of at least five years under their belts, so when Since 1898 you go to Pinky’s, you’re in good hands. CREMATION SERVICES Pinky’s Chop Shop offers haircuts in a relaxed atmo- Memorial Services, Open & Close Grave, sphere. Enjoy a complimen- tary drink, a hot towel treat- Tent & Setup ment, a shave, a color treat- Embalming with Viewing ment. Your service is entirely customizable. That’s because the folks at Pinky’s know everyone has their own Cremation Caskets, Urns and Urn Vaults style. They believe it’s their job to help show off yours. Prearranged Cremation Plans They consider themselves a grooming lounge. They don’t just offer our top- of-the-line services to men. Women and kids are welcome to upgrade their looks with us, including exciting color options and rebellious undercuts. Pinky’s Chop Shop is a grooming lounge on the cutting edge. For the rule- B E T S OF 2021 breakers, the trendsetters, the rebels and the warriors, Pinky’s Chop Shop is a FAYETTEVILLE place where unique individuals are appreciated, drifters (desperado, outcast) are welcomed, and independent thinking is a given. A place where old-school 500 Ramsey St., Fayetteville, NC values meet cutting edge style. A place where laughter runs freely, the music may get loud, and everyone is unapologetically themselves. They just happen to give killer haircuts. RogersandBreece.com Best of Fayetteville SEPTEMBER 29-OCTOBER 5, 2021 UCW 43

Best Place to Board Pets Best Pet Sitting Bed & Biscuits Boarding Carolina Pet Care 2401 Stonegate Road, Stedman 239 Buhmann Drive 910-484-0300 or www.bedandbiscuitscamp.com 910-987-3141 or www.CarolinaPetCare.com Dogs are more than Carolina Pet Care is the man’s best friend; they place where people take their are family members. The fur babies for top notch care. live-in “camp counselors” Shannon Pingitorre, who has at Bed & Biscuits know owned the business for 17 years, this all too well and take it keeps one thing in mind: Every upon themselves to treat client is unique. With that man- your canine “camper” tra, she offers unique care to like family. Bed & Biscuits meet the diverse needs of her Boarding sits on 10 acres customers and their pets. She of land right outside of explained that every pet parent Fayetteville, giving each takes care of their babies dif- dog plenty of room to run ferently, so she caters to that, around and stretch their so that pets in her care are not legs while they socialize traumatized by being out of their with friends, both two- environment because she treats legged and four-legged. them just like their owner does. She believes that her clients voted her the best With a mission to devote because they know that her business isn’t just a job, it’s something she loves, special attention, fervent love and lots of time to each individual dog, Bed and it shows not only in the way she treats their pets, but also how flexible the & Biscuits offers an intimately sized central air and heated space. The space company is to meet their needs. whether it be for work or travel. intentionally accommodates a limited number of furry friends to guarantee that There are several benefits of home pet-sitting that Carolina Pet Care offers. they’re each given the one-on-one attention they deserve. They’ll feed and water your pet with the food he or she is used to, exercise them, You can trust that your dog will enjoy the many activities and amenities Bed administer any vitamins or medicines your pet needs and, of course, give them & Biscuits has to offer. From tranquil daytime walks on the property’s wooded lots of love and playtime. Your pet also won’t be exposed to any of the illnesses trails to large, shaded play yards equipped with balls, toys and everything in that can be present at a traditional kennel. between, the folks at Bed & Biscuits never relent in their goal to ensure your Carolina Pet Care even looks after your home with crime-deterrent services, camper leaves happy, healthy, loved and well taken care of. so you get a two-in-one deal. Along with that, they go through a 20-point check- list every time they visit your home, including watering the plants and giving treats (if allowed) to your pet. The folks at Carolina Pet Care take care of any ani- mal, from hamster to horse. Can your neighbor do that? B E S T OF FAYETTEVILLE 2021 Thank You for Voting Us #1 for the 7 time! th Best Best Vietnamese RestaurantVietnamese Restaurant Saigon Bistro (910) 920-3578 1040 Bragg Blvd. Fayetteville, NC 28301 HOURS Seafood Tuesday - Friday 3pm - 9pm Hot Pot Curry Chicken Saturday - Sunday 11 am - 9 pm Pho Bo Vien Summer Roll Spring Roll CLOSED Monday 44 UCW SEPTEMBER 29-OCTOBER 5, 2021 Best of Fayetteville

Goods & Services Best Dog Groomer Best Vet/Animal Hopsital WoofGang Bakery & Grooming Animal Hospital of Fayetteville 1216 Fort Bragg Road 3109 Fort Bragg Road or 118 Cedar Creek Road 910-860-1200 or www.facebook.com/woofgangfay 910-323-1535 or 910-323-5845 or www.ahofnc.org Woof Gang Bakery & Grooming’s state- of-the-art grooming equipment, premium products and skilled staff provide a safe, friendly and luxurious environment for your pet to get the care they deserve on grooming day. The local franchise is owned and operated by the Karaman family. The staff have the skills Animal Hospital of Fayetteville’s doors opened in 1974 to provide health care and knowledge to handle any breed and any size dog. Expansion of the store for creatures of all shapes and sizes. Dr. Garrett and his team specialize in treat- this year included an entirely new section for private state-of-the-art grooming ment of cats, dogs, horses and several exotic animals, to include ferrets. Along by six professionals. with typical treatments like wellness exams and vaccines, Animal Hospital of No more soaking your bathroom or dragging out hoses to bathe man’s best Fayetteville offers advanced diagnostics and intricate surgical procedures. friend. Let Woof Gang provide you with a safe place to groom your pet, and The veterinarians and staff members believe that your pet is an important then move on with your day as staff members clean up the mess. Do check the part of your family, so they provide them with the best quality of medical care Facebook photos of these four-legged cuties after their appointments. available. With the opening of its second location, Riverside Animal Hospital on A healthy coat equals a healthy dog. Nutrition plays a role in that, too, and Cedar Creek Road, Animal Hospital of Fayetteville can assuredly care for your Woof Gang carries specialty pet food brands formulated to nourish and promote four-legged and winged companions, both big and small, in size and in need. lifelong health. 2021 Thanks for voting us BEST THRIFT SHOP From Unique to Antique! CLOSED MONDAYS OPEN TUES. - SUN. 8:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M. 910-491-6187 1003 Honeycutt Road, Fayetteville NC, 28311 • Southerntarheelgir.wix.com/timely-treasures Best of Fayetteville SEPTEMBER 29-OCTOBER 5, 2021 UCW 45

Best Employment Agency Best Florist Express Employment Professionals Always Flowers by Crenshaw 894-E Elm St. 107 Westwood Shopping Center 910-437-5959 or www.expresspros.com/fayettevilleNC 910-867-2900 or www.alwaysflowersfayetteville.nc Custom and stylized floral designs are the hallmark of Always Flowers by Crenshaw. The company has been open 30 years and not only offers reliable, same-day delivery throughout the Fayetteville area, but is also part of a national network of depend- able florists capable of the same level of care nationwide. The bouquets never come boxed. Instead, a staff member personally delivers your arrange- ment straight to your door. One of Fayetteville’s leading florists, Crenshaw offers locally crafted bouquets for every occa- sion. Whether it’s an important anniversary, Mother’s Day, some- thing to express sympathy or to offer condolences at a funeral, Since 1983, whether it is by helping good people find good jobs or by help- ing good companies find good people, Express Employment Professionals has Crenshaw knows how to show been dedicated to helping people succeed. For the employment professionals that you care with an appropriate arrangement. With over 100 years at Express, that means connecting dedicated professionals with companies for long-term success. For Express, that is accomplished through a conversion of combined experience, owners Jim and Pat Crenshaw and the expert staff can program and retention programs that help clients hold on to great employees, find the perfect arrangement for you. which saves money as well as improves productivity and reduces turnover. Orders can be easily placed over the phone or by visiting the Crenshaw website, where you can browse pictures of popular options. If you’re looking for bou- Building successful partnerships in the business community allows the com- pany to contribute to the community through support to local non-profits and quets of flowers that are both beautiful and budget-friendly, look no further than agencies. Organizations benefitting from the hard work of the agency include Always Flowers by Crenshaw. the Second Harvest Food Bank, he Fayetteville Animal Protection Society , and the Cape Fear Valley Health Foundation’s Friends of the Cancer Center Annual Ribbon Walk and Ride for Cancer. According to Brad Loase, the owner of Thanks to ALL for Express Employment, “I believe and we believe that it’s important to make our community better any way we can. That’s why we support these organizations and why I volunteer my time.” Loase is thankful for the support of the commu- Your Support! nity, his clients and the individuals he places in jobs. “We look forward to many more years of serving this great community.” Best food truck Best Event Venue Festival Park 225 Ray Ave. 2021 910-433-1547 Since it opened in 2007, Festival Park has become a central part of downtown. Over the years, the park has welcomed a variety of events from concerts to walks and other special events. The lawn has welcomed thou- sands of Fayetteville families to spread a blanket, take some time to slow down and just have fun. It is no wonder Love people that readers continue to vote it the Best Event Venue. Festival Park is located at the corner of Ray Avenue and Rowan Street in down- serve them town and consists of 14 acres. It offers infrastructure for special event vendor booths to include power and water on a creatively patterned pavement prom- tasty food enade that enables quick planning and set-up for festivals. The 40’ x 66’ main stage provides for a range of performances or events. Support areas include backstage dressing rooms, loading dock, concession area and public restroom. Lunch • Dinner • Special Events • Private Parties • 910-527-1467 The grass lawn seating can accommodate intimate groups or large crowds. Facebook.com/RBurgertruck • [email protected] 46 UCW SEPTEMBER 29-OCTOBER 5, 2021 Best of Fayetteville

Best Funeral Service Thank You Fayetteville Rogers & Breece Funeral Home 500 Ramsey St. 910-483-2191 or www.rogersandbreece.com For voting us twelve years in a row Best • 2009 •2015 Moving • 2010 •2016 •2017 • 2011 • 2012 •2018 Company • 2013 •2019 2021 •2014 •2021 Residential & Commercial Rogers & Breece Funeral Home has been a part of the Fayetteville community for 123 years and counting, and in the Breece family for four generations. That being said, the staff at Rogers & Breece know how wonderful Fayetteville is, and they take care to honor family traditions. This business’s attention to detail, quality service and personal care make for a beautiful ceremony to help fami- lies in the community honor their deceased loved ones. The home’s goal is to make every service meaningful, personal and truly reflective of the life that was lived. They provide or allow the families to choose their own music, create memorial DVDs, and set up a table for pictures of fam- ily photographs and mementos to honor the loved one. They also offer grief support and other services to lighten the load of the planning process. Rogers & Breece also conducts the basic Military Funeral Honors ceremony for fallen veterans. Brothers Robert and Cory Breece are active members of the community who compassionately devote themselves to their line of work, and it shows in the respectful ceremonies that they perform. David Breece, contribut- ing to the Breece family’s fourth generation, is currently helping to carry on the Hudson is excited tradition, too. that Daddy’s Best Health Club Gym Fit4Life Health Clubs number one again! 2803 Fort Bragg Road and multiple locations 910-568-5962 or https://fit4lifehealthclubs.com/ft-bragg-road/ 1517 Hope Mills Rd. Often, the toughest step to 910-826-MOVE getting fit is taking that first step into a gym. At Fit4Life,you aren’t 910-630-MOVE (6683) joining a gym, you are gaining a Free Estimates • Reasonable Rates community. At Fit4Life, you can be your- • Fully Insured self, go at your own pace and get www.AndyAndersonMoving.com inspiration from staff and other members. The Fitness Experience is not only challenging and motivat- ing, but also fun and inviting. Whether you’re looking to get back on track, start fresh or sim- ply not sure where to start, you are welcome at Fit4Life. No one has to do it alone. The friendly, professional staff is trained to help you along your fitness journey, no matter how much support you need. Join one of the convenient classes and get the support you need to see you through to the finish line! The gym offers classes like bootcamp, yoga, group cycle, hot hula, zumba, core crusher and much more. They guarantee there is a class that is just right for you! With 24/7/365 access you have no limitations. You’re not just joining a gym. You’re joining a supportive community of like-minded people who are here to give you the encouragement you need. Best of Fayetteville SEPTEMBER 29-OCTOBER 5, 2021 UCW 47

Best Day Spa & Alternative Wellness Best Advertising Specialties The Renaissance Day Spa Carolina Specialties, International 1534 Purdue Drive 525 Gillespie St. 910-484-9922 or www.therenaissancedayspa.com 910-323-0718 or www.carolinaspecialties.com Carolina Specialties International, owned by Ann Marie Swilley and Stephen Haire, is a sea- soned winner of the Best Advertising Specialties cat- egory. Since 1988, Swilley and Haire have developed a stellar reputation. They provide innovative pro- Holistic wellness goes beyond physical health. It involves an individual’s mind and spirit. The staff at The Renaissance Day Spa make it their mission to motional and marketing make that fact known to their customers by treating every single person like goods, not to mention royalty. Exceptional customer service is their No. 1 priority, and it shows in the exemplary customer level of expertise and precision exuded from each award-winning service pro- service, to everyone who vider. walks in the door. The Renaissance offers a wide variety of services for each of its customers, to For more than 30 years, CSI has continuously expanded its offerings to include deep tissue and Swedish massages among other styles, body waxing, include a full line of items you can inscribe with your logo or message. This facials and salon services. includes custom screen printing, embroidery, engraving and more for items This full-service day spa even offers complimentary beverages and hors like team uniforms, corporate wear, T-shirts, hats, plaques, trophies, challenge d’oeuvres to go with your treatment. coins, pens, water bottles, glasses, flags, coffee mugs, steins, cooler bags, drink These services can also be given as gifts for special events and occasions like insulators, tote bags, notebooks and recognition items — as well as other pro- Mother’s Day, graduation, birthdays, anniversaries and more. Whether you motional and marketing products. Its staff also can help you create executive wish to treat yourself or someone else, The Renaissance Day Spa will make you gifts, interior and exterior signs and other items. feel luxurious. Based in Fayetteville and serving the Cumberland County area, this local trea- sure serves clients as far away as Europe, South East Asia and the Caribbean. Whether your job is small or large, you’ll always be served on time and with reliable accuracy. Best Sign/Banner Company FASTSIGNS 2807 Raeford Road Best Mortgage 910-678-8111 or www.fastsigns.com/243 Union Home Mortgage 937 S McPherson Church Road 910-920-9499 or www.unionhomemortgage.com This has been an interesting year for home buyers, home sellers and those in the market of connecting them. The last thing you need is to worry about the mortgage process — that is why so many in the local area turn to Union Home Mortgage. Shawna Becker made a home in Fayetteville 27 years ago with her husband, This issue marks FASTSIGNS’ 11th win as Fayetteville’s best sign shop, and who was in the military. Today, she’s made a name for herself by helping people with more than 2,000 glowing reviews online, it’s no surprise. FASTSIGNS has achieve the dream of owning their own home, too, with Union Home Mortgage. been a pillar in the community of Fayetteville since 1995. Since Becker is a transplant and understands the unique needs and goals Led by owner Vic Cannon, the professional staff is full of brilliant design- of people looking to settle down, it’s no wonder her company is a repeat Best ers, innovators, planners and everything in between to get the job done fast. of Fayetteville winner. Becker makes herself available nights and weekends to FASTSIGNS can create just about any sign — indoor, outdoor, big, small and answer client questions and is known for being prompt and reliable. She is just more. With its fast turnaround time on projects, state-of-the-art customer one of the many qualified and pofessional loan officers eager to assist you with care and service, heavy attention to detail and creative, cutting-edge designs, your mortgage needs. businesses of all sizes in need of excellent marketing continually partner with Whether you’re looking for first-time financing or you’re a seasoned pro, FASTSIGNS. Union Home Mortgage offers a variety of loan options to suit clients’ needs, The services offered include graphic design, project management, survey including conventional, Federal Housing Administration, Department of and permitting and installation. No matter how gigantic or miniscule your Veterans Affairs, refinancing, rehabilitation, U.S. Department of Agriculture and need, you can trust FASTSIGNS with the projects for your business. Stop by the new construction. Visit the user-friendly website to set up a free consultation. shop to see why FASTSIGNS is “More than fast. More than signs.” 48 UCW SEPTEMBER 29-OCTOBER 5, 2021 Best of Fayetteville

Goods & Services Best Insurance Agent/Agency Best Realtor/Real Estate Company Kurt Riehl, State Farm Insurance Mary Bunnells of Century 21-Liberty 5511 Ramsey St. Suite 101 208 Hay St. 910-630-6363 or https://coveredbykurt.com 910-485-7800 or https://mary.bunnells.c21.com Kurt Riehl is a third-generation insurance agent who takes his job seriously. A North Carolina Native, Mary Bunnells A graduate of Virginia Tech (Go Hokies!), he strives has moved from the coast to the country and to help people manage the risks of everyday life all that is in between. That has helped her while also preparing them to recover in case of the understand that moving is one of the most unexpected. stressful life events people will experience. As Kurt is enjoying his fourth year as an agent with a local area expert, living specifically in both State Farm and has swiftly earned a reputation for Cumberland and Harnett Counties for the last his honesty and diligence. This is his third Best of 23 years, she loves to help her clients transi- Fayetteville win, an impressive feat for his short tion to their new home. One client noted, time working in this role. His customers rave about “From start to finish Mary had everything his integrity. Kurt’s focus is always on finding the under control. At the end of the day, Mary most comprehensive coverage at the most reason- served us, got our home sold in record time, able prices. Kurt and his team maintain the highest above the local comps, and even helped us standard of service and are always generous with move. I recommend Mary and her staff to their time and expertise. They offer a full range of insurance services for home, anyone looking for a great experience when fire, auto, business, renters, boat and motorcycle coverage. Free auto and home selling their homes.” Mary certainly has a insurance quotes are available upon request. His office covers the gamut of passion for giving back to the community. She believes that having access to insurance needed by Fayetteville citizens. His agency provides professional ser- adequate housing is a human right and she always provides a high level of com- vice, looking at the needs of his clients and finding the right insurance products mitment to the needs of her clients. to meet their individual needs. His agency covers everything from auto insur- Whether a buyer is new to the area and looking to purchase, upgrading their cane, homeowners insurance, renters insurance, personal coverage for articles, current home or moving on to the next destination in their journey, Mary is business insurance, life insurance, health insurance and annuities. here to assist. Mary gets you home! BEST LOCAL NONPROFIT ORGANIZATION BEST HAIR SALON Thank you to everyone who voted! We appreciate this 2021 honor! 2021 Thank you for recognizing our work in the community. We love to help visually-impaired adults & children navigate life We are the ladies who can make you the and its adventures. Talk of the Town! 2736 Cedar Creek Rd Fayetteville, NC 28312 McArthur Rd Fayettevie NC www.visionresourcecentercc.org • 910 483-2719 www.facebook.com/talk-of-the-town-salon Best of Fayetteville SEPTEMBER 29-OCTOBER 5, 2021 UCW 49

Best Security/Alarm Company Gill Security Advertising 818 Ramsey St. 910-635-0038 or www.gillsecurity.com Grow Your Business For effective advertising, Call 910.484.6200 today! www.upandcomingweekly.com Zorba's Gill Security Systems INC. tops the list of local security programs once again. Owned and operated by Richard Gill, the company has been providing excellent Would like to thank our security options with personalized service for more than 38 years. customers, friends and Clients choose Gill Security because of its highly trained and detail-oriented employees for making us staff members who always take time to answer questions and explain service options. Staff members spend time with clients, ensuring they’re familiar with WINNERS! all the equipment and features, and verifying that everything is installed and functioning properly. They even stay late if necessary to make sure the area of installation is clean when they’re done. 2021 2021 Gill puts the highest premium on customer service. From the moment you make contact with the company, you’re treated as a a valuable customer. Friendly staff members answer the phones 24/7 to ensure you’re never alone in your security needs. TWO LOCATIONS TO SERVE YOU BEST! Best Moving Company Andy Anderson Moving Company 1517 Hope Mills Road 910-630-6683 or www.andyandersonmoving.com 2919 Raeford Rd, Fayetteville 910.484.1010 Voted Best Moving Company by Cumberland County residents for more than 11 years, Andy Anderson Moving Co. brings 25 years of experience and friendly service to every single client. The Andy Anderson staff offer residential and commercial moves, local and long distance, and they’ll safely store your belongings until you’re ready for them. If you prefer to do it yourself, they’ll send in expert packers to safely box your things and load or unload boxes. They also offer packing supplies, PODS and truck rentals, piano moving and more. Whether you’re scheduling a large move or a small one, Anderson offers hassle-free quotes and options to fit everyone’s needs. They’re licensed and insured, so you know your personal treasures are always in good hands. 3114 N. Main St., Hope Mills 910.424.3332 zorbasgyro.com 50 UCW SEPTEMBER 29-OCTOBER 5, 2021 Best of Fayetteville