From thousands of reader surveys comes our inimitable Best of Everything list. Categories run from appetizers to desserts, bike shops to barbershops. Here, the year’s best food, including fine dining, outdoor dining, coffee house, brunch and more.
Groomer
Top Dog Grooming Spa | 50 Berwick Blvd.
What they’re all about: Posh pampering for claws and paws
Insider pick: Spa Package
Runner-up: Carol’s Pampered Pets
Dog trainer
Carol’s Pampered Pets | 341 Commercial Drive
What they’re all about: Old and young dogs learn new tricks with custom training
Insider pick: Opt for private or group lessons
Runner-up: Brian King, K9 Hero
Doggie Daycare: The Hipster Hound
There are a couple of things we feel really set us apart. The first is the Wag’n Wagon, our doggy shuttle bus service that picks up and drops off your dog for daycare or boarding during the week in downtown, Ardsley Park and Midtown. The second is the fact we are open Monday through Sunday, 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. for daycare and boarding pick up and drop off. When we first decided to open our facility, we wanted to be convenient for our clients and their schedules. Being open seven days a week allows our clients to reunite sooner with their fur baby rather than having to wait until we are open again like other facilities.
— Tonya Rintye, The Hipster Hound
Runner-up: Catnip-n-Biscuits
Pet sitter/dog walker
Savannah Pet Sitters, LLC | Comes to you!
What they’re all about: Dog walking and pet sitting for busybodies and their fur babies
Insider tip: Have your sitter pick up your dry-cleaning or groceries with an errands add-on
Runner-up: Blissful Buddha Pet Services
Pet supplies
Woof Gang Bakery | 425A E. River St. | 137 Bull St. | 202 W. St. Julian St.
305 W. St. Julian St. | 1601 Bull St.
What they’re all about: Gourmet treats, adorable duds and premium brands
Insider pick: Personalized treats for good boys and girls
Runner-up: Bentley’s Pet Stuff
Veterinarian Clinic
Savannah Veterinary Medical Center | 2014 E. Victory Drive
What they’re all about: Comprehensive pet care in a convenient location
Insider tip: Checkups, vaccinations, and surgery all available
Runner-up: Southside Animal Hospital
Veterinarian
Allison Witherow, Allison Animal Care | 715 Mall Blvd.
What they’re all about: Expert, kindhearted care
Insider tip: Military discounts available
Runner-up: Stanley Lester, Island Veterinary Clinic
Veterinarian specialist
Paul Shealy, Veterinary Specialists of the Southeast | 335 Stephenson Ave.
What they’re all about: Pioneering practice in surgery, physical therapy and rehabilitation
Insider tip: Online forms make it easy
Runner-up: Jason King, Live Oak Veterinary Neurology
