Best of the Valley 2020 winners - Desert Sun
Best of the Valley 2020 winners - Desert Sun |
| Best of the Valley 2020 winners - Desert Sun Posted: 30 Dec 2019 06:48 PM PST About TownBest Art Gallery A Gallery Fine Art Sophistication, impeccable taste, knowledge and understanding have come together at A Gallery Fine Art on El Paseo for two decades, featuring a vast collection of contemporary paintings, sculpture, functional art, jewelry and glass art to Palm Desert collectors and art admirers. Currently highlighting the creations of more than 30 glass artists from around the world, the gallery is showcasing the effervescent works of both established and emerging artists in memorable exhibits. 73956 El Paseo B, Palm Desert Finalist: Galleria Marconi Palm Springs 2668 Cherokee Way, Palm Springs, CA 92264 http://www.galleriamarconips.com/ Palm Springs Art Museum 101 N Museum Dr, Palm Springs, CA 92262 ►►►►► Best Auto Dealer Fiesta Ford, Inc. This family-owned and operated dealer in Indio is one of the largest full-service dealerships in the country, and you don't need to drive a Ford to make full use of their services. Both the Body Shop and Quick Lane services offer customers convenient complete car care on all makes and models, making it the reliable go-to drop-off for desert drivers. 78990 Varner Rd, Indio, CA 92203 Finalist: BMW of Palm Springs 3737 E Palm Canyon Dr, Palm Springs, CA 92264 https://www.bmwpalmsprings.com/ Honda of the Desert 68-025 Kyle Rd, Cathedral City, CA 92234 https://www.hondaofthedesert.com/ ►►►►► Best Boutique Hotel (100 rooms or less) ARRIVE Palm Springs The first posh property to launch under the ARRIVE brand, this 32-room boutique hotel in Palm Springs' Uptown Design District features a striking landmark design that honors the city's rich modernist legacy. Founded by Chris Pardo and Peter Karpinski, who met while working at Four Seasons Hotels & Resorts in the late 1990s, the hotel is anchored by unique and locally oriented restaurants, bars, retail outlets and public spaces, and immerses visitors and locals in the style, tastes and lifestyle that define this desert playground. 1551 N Palm Canyon Dr, Palm Springs Finalist: Holiday House Palm Springs 200 W Arenas Rd, Palm Springs, CA 92262 https://holidayhouseps.com/ Kimpton Rowan Palm Springs Hotel 100 W Tahquitz Canyon Way, Palm Springs, CA 92262 https://www.rowanpalmsprings.com/ ►►►►► Best Cannabis Delivery Flower Market Cannabis Delivery Flower Market sprouts a curated selection of the best cannabis brands and products in the industry in order to offer a seamless shopping experience that ties into an on-demand delivery service. Order hand-picked selections to any location— whether on vacation or coming home from work, shop the online menu and coordinate a delivery when it's convenient for you. 19021 Ruppert St, Palm Springs Finalist: Atomic Budz 68415 Perez Rd, Cathedral City, CA 92234 https://cathedralcity.atomicbudz.com/ Leaf El Paseo 73740 El Paseo, Palm Desert, CA 92260 ►►►►► Best Cannabis Dispensary Joy of Life Wellness Center For what crystals and tuning forks can't cure, the owners of Palm Springs' Crystal Fantasy offer something a little stronger: cannabis. At this family-owned, multigenerational dispensary, expert staff curate high-quality strains of specialty cannabis for both medical and recreational use, as well as offer guidance to each customer to help them find what buds are best suited for their needs. 142 W Oasis Rd, Palm Springs www.joyfulifewellnesscenter.com Finalist: Leaf El Paseo 73740 El Paseo, Palm Desert, CA 92260 Atomic Budz 68415 Perez Rd, Cathedral City, CA 92234 https://cathedralcity.atomicbudz.com/ ►►►►► Best Carpet Cleaning Company Smith's Carpet, Tile & Upholstery Cleaning Locally owned and operated, Smith's Carpet, Tile & Upholstery Cleaning is a IICRC Certified Firm with more than 20 years of servicing the Coachella Valley. As a WoolSafe USA service provider, they guarantee that area rugs are treated with the utmost care and provide customers with a healthier living environment through cleaning all fiber types for carpet and upholstery, as well as a four-step cleaning process for tiles that leaves grout and stone looking like new. 31735 Thelma Ave. Thousand Palms Finalist: Sunny Hills Chem-Dry 74804 Joni Dr Ste 9A, Palm Desert, CA 92260 https://sunnyhillschemdry.com/ Rapid Dry Restoration 43695 Jackson Street, Indio, CA 92201 ►►►►► Best Caterer Spencer's Restaurant When you need to host a party, you want award-winning cuisine and an awe-inspiring ambiance. Check, check. This four-star establishment caters to the best, in one of the valley's best locations. Tucked in a quiet Palm Springs neighborhood, Spencer's offers an innovative menu and can accommodate large parties in multiple settings—each accented by beautiful gardens or mountain views. 701 W Baristo Rd, Palm Springs, CA 92262 https://www.spencersrestaurant.com/ Finalist: Eight4Nine Restaurant & Lounge 849 N Palm Canyon Dr, Palm Springs, CA 92262 Cork & Fork 47875 Caleo Bay Dr, La Quinta, CA 92253 https://corkandforkwinebar.com/ ►►►►► Best Charity Animal Samaritans SPCA Animal Samaritans believes pets deserve to be loved, respected and treated like part of the family. After 41 years of service, Animal Samaritans has grown to become the desert's largest, most comprehensive animal welfare organization by adopting out more than 10,000 homeless dogs and cats, rescuing more than 14,000 adoptable at-risk shelter animals, and spaying and neutering more than 200,000 pets. They've educated more than 250,000 school children on kindness to animals and responsible pet ownership and have made tens of thousands of pet therapy visits to people in need. 72120 Pet Land Place, Thousand Palms Finalist: LGBT Center of the Desert 1301 N Palm Canyon Dr Suite 301, Palm Springs, CA 92262 Friends of the Palm Springs Animal Shelter 4575 E Mesquite Ave, Palm Springs, CA 92264 https://www.psanimalshelter.org/ ►►►►► Best Consignment Store Angel View Resale Store - Palm Desert When you shop at Angel View, you look good while doing good. The shop's mission is helping children and adults with disabilities reach their maximum potential. Each year, hundreds benefits from its three primary programs: Residential Care, Day Program and Angel View Outreach. 73468 CA-111, Palm Desert Finalist: Estate Sale Co 4185 E Palm Canyon Dr, Palm Springs, CA 92264 http://www.theestatesaleco.com/ Revivals Stores - Palm Springs 611 S Palm Canyon Dr, Palm Springs, CA 92264 ►►►►► Best Florist Palm Springs Florist The original desert florist, Palm Springs Florist has been serving the community with stunning flower designs since 1947. Family-owned and operated, they comprise a talented team of florists who can create the perfect arrangement for any occasion, from birthday roses to wedding bouquets. Delivery includes Palm Springs and surrounding cities. 894 N Palm Canyon Dr, Palm Springs Finalist: My Little Flower Shop 861 N Palm Canyon Dr, Palm Springs, CA 92262 https://mylittleflowershop.com/ Lotus Garden 45350 San Luis Rey Ave, Palm Desert, CA 92260 https://lotusgardencenter.net/ ►►►►► Best Furniture Store Bob's Discount Furniture and Mattress Store Quality sleep shouldn't cost a lot of money. At the newly opened Bob's Discount Furniture store in Palm Desert, find quality mattresses for less, as well as affordable bedroom, living and dining room collections that suit your personal style. Home décor accessories and accents polish the look of any space, allowing you to create your own home sanctuary in one shopping trip. 72519 CA-111, Palm Desert, CA 92260 Finalist: Revivals Stores 611 S Palm Canyon Dr, Palm Springs, CA 92264 H3K Design 501 S Palm Canyon Dr, Palm Springs, CA 92264 Mathis Brothers Furniture 81410 CA-111, Indio, CA 92201 https://www.mathisbrothers.com/ ►►►►► Best Grocery Store Trader Joe's Looking for better than the average joe of grocers? Shop at Trader Joe's, which has become the beloved market in neighborhoods across the valley for good reason. Beyond your basic milk and eggs, they've got an extensive array of domestic and imported foods and beverages like artisan breads, Arabica coffee beans, healthy juices, fresh-crop nuts, deli items and a sizeable list of wines at low prices—many of which taste better than pricey varietals. 67720 E Palm Canyon Dr, Cathedral City, CA 92234 Finalist: Jensen's Finest Foods 2465 E Palm Canyon, Palm Springs, CA 92264 http://jensensfoods.com/home.php Stater Bros. Markets 1717 E Vista Chino, Palm Springs, CA 92262 ►►►►► Best Hearing Aid Company Hearing Aid HealthCare Aiding Coachella Valley residents for over 22 years, Hearing Aid HealthCare offers a full range of hearing health care professional services, including hearing screenings, evaluations, hearing-aid sales and rehabilitative and preventative counseling. They're always in tune with the latest technology and advancements, in order to provide clients with the best possible product options. 44360 Monterey Ave #100, Palm Desert, CA 92260 Finalist: Bellows Hearing Institute 74075 El Paseo Suite A4, Palm Desert, CA 92260 https://bellowshearinginstitute.com/ Miracle-Ear 777 E Tahquitz Canyon Way #200-52, Palm Springs, CA 92262 ►►►►► Best Heating and Cooling Company Timo's Air Conditioning & Heating Specializing in high-tech systems that are both efficient and eco-friendly, Timo's has grown to become the go-to installer for replacement A/C systems in Greater Palm Springs. While the customer service model is old school—they pride themselves in putting client-focused service first—Timo's expert technicians are well-versed in cutting-edge HVAC solutions that will help you save energy and money. 72232 Corporate Way, Thousand Palms, CA 92276 Finalist: Blair Heating & Air 653 Oleander Rd, Palm Springs, CA 92264 https://www.blairheatingandair.com/ General Air Conditioning & Plumbing 31170 Reserve Dr. Thousand Palms, CA 92276 ►►►►► Best Home Builder Thomas Troy Home Thomas Troy Home's unique sense of design—specifically a connection with nature and creation of tranquil spaces—is what landed the desert homebuilder on "Million Dollar Listing Los Angeles." In every room, form, color and proportion are integrated with the homeowner in mind to create a serene living space with simple architectural elements. Whether you're constructing a new home or renovating an existing one, their team guarantees a seamless outcome. 71466 San Gorgonio Rd, Rancho Mirage, CA 92270, USA http://www.thomastroyhome.com/ Finalist: GHA Companies 30875 Date Palm Dr, Cathedral City, CA 92234, United States Toll Brothers at Escena 4149 Indigo St, Palm Springs, CA 92262 https://www.tollbrothers.com/luxury-homes-for-sale/California/Toll-Brothers-at-Escena ►►►►► Best Home Improvement General Air Conditioning & Plumbing Offering quality air conditioning, heating, plumbing and drain-cleaning services throughout the Coachella Valley, General Air Conditioning & Plumbing knows being available when you need help is important, which is why they make their team available to customers 24 hours a day. Equally committed to the valley as they are their clients, the company also gives to various charities, organizations and individuals in need. Looking into going into the trades? They also operate an in-house training facility to employ and educate valley residents. 31170 Reserve Dr. Thousand Palms, CA 92276 Finalist: Lowe's Home Improvement 5201 East, Ramon Rd, Palm Springs, CA 92264 https://www.lowes.com/ Ivan's Blinds and More 79485 CA-111 Ste 11, La Quinta, CA 92253 https://www.4ivan.com/ ►►►►► Best Hospital Eisenhower Medical Center in RM Helping to keep the Coachella Valley healthy for more than 45 years, Eisenhower boasts centers of excellence in cardiovascular, neuroscience, oncology and orthopedics, and has responded to the community's growth and health needs by becoming a teaching hospital that trains physicians in family and internal medicine. Earning the ANCC Magnet Recognition for professionalism in nursing and excellence in patient care, it has also received recognition for quality of care, patient safety, the cardiovascular and orthopedic programs, care for LGBTQ patients, and a high level of employee engagement. 39000 Bob Hope Dr, Rancho Mirage, CA 92270 https://www.eisenhowerhealth.org/ Finalist: Desert Regional Medical Center 1150 N Indian Canyon Dr, Palm Springs, CA 92262 https://www.desertcarenetwork.com/ ►►►►► Best Hotel Agua Caliente Resort Casino Spa Rancho Mirage All the pleasures of a luxurious destination are yours at the award-winning Agua Caliente Resort Casino Spa Rancho Mirage. The beautiful 16-story resort, also recognized with the AAA Four Diamond award for eleven consecutive years, boasts a wildly popular casino, pools, well-appointed cabanas, the Forbes Four-Star Sunstone Spa and a state-of-the-art concert theater. 32-250 Bob Hope Dr, Rancho Mirage, CA 92270 https://www.hotwatercasino.com/ Finalist: HOTEL PASEO, Autograph Collection 45-400 Larkspur Ln, Palm Desert, CA 92260 https://www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/ctdak-hotel-paseo-autograph-collection/ Kimpton Rowan Palm Springs Hotel 100 W Tahquitz Canyon Way, Palm Springs, CA 92262 https://www.rowanpalmsprings.com/ ►►►►► Best Insurance Agent Thomas Gleeson, State Farm Insurance Like a good neighbor, Thomas Gleeson is there. Providing insurance and financial services throughout Greater Palm Springs, the State Farm agent's mission is to help people manage the risks of everyday life, recover from the unexpected and realize their dreams. Offering fast and accurate auto insurance quotes, focusing on homeowners insurance, Gleeson and his team can assist with auto, homeowners, life and business insurance needs. 225 S Civic Dr #1, Palm Springs, CA 92262 Finalist: Tim Wood, State Farm 35963 Date Palm Dr, Cathedral City, CA 92234 https://www.agenttimwood.com/?cmpid=eyya_blm_0001 Cindy Pieper, State Farm Insurance 201 East Ramon Rd, Palm Springs, CA 92264 ►►►►► Best Jeweler Leeds & Son Fine Jewelers Internationally recognized as one of Southern California's premier shopping destinations for fine jewelry and timepieces, Leeds & Son offers a luxury shopping experience with an exceptional selection, personal shopping service and upscale amenities. An authorized jeweler for the highest quality brands and designers, the company is the Coachella Valley's only official jeweler for such luxury brands as Rolex, Patek Philippe, Chanel, Corum, Baume & Mercier, Tudor, Tag Heuer. 73-670 El Paseo, Palm Desert, CA 92260 Finalist: Don Victor Jewelers 81673 CA-111 #7, Indio, CA 92201 https://www.donvictorjewelers.com/ El Paseo Jewelers 73520 El Paseo Ste E, Palm Desert, CA 92260 ►►►►► Best Landscape Design/Architecture Desert Isles Inc. It's Desert Isles reliance on only the finest materials and design that has kept this full-service landscape design, architecture and general construction company in business for more than 25 years. The company oversees and executes all phases of the job, including architectural design, construction, installation, furnishing and detailing. Desert Isles also uses the latest technologies to ensure each project is completed at the highest standard of excellence the industry has to offer. 41490 Sparkey Way, Bermuda Dunes, CA 92203 http://www.desertislesinc.com/ Finalist: Green Guys Construction 555 N Commercial Rd suite 6, Palm Springs, CA 92262 Landscape by Design, Inc. 28171 Horizon Rd., Cathedral City, CA 92234 https://www.facebook.com/lanscapesbydesigninc/ ►►►►► Best Local Bank Wells Fargo Looking for a better way to bank? Local branches of this multinational financial services company—the world's fourth-largest bank by market capitalization and the fourth-largest bank in the US by total assets, in fact—offer big experience with small-town convenience. From trusty mobile apps and anytime access to student loans and retirement planning, these guys do it all. 1753 N Sunrise Way, Palm Springs, CA 92262 Finalist: FirstBank (Palm Desert) 73000 CA-111, Palm Desert, CA 92260 Bank of America Financial Center 588 S Palm Canyon Dr, Palm Springs, CA 92264 ►►►►► Best Pet Boutique Miriam's Poochella Grooming At Miriam's Poochella Grooming, your pet is top priority. The ever-growing, animal-loving staff cares about their "guests" as if they were their own, so you can rest assured your paws are in good hands when you drop them off for a little pampering and primping. It's also your one-stop-shop for all your friend's beauty essentials—from bathing products to fur brushes. They also carry toys, treats and other fun things for your favorite pet. 1504 S Palm Canyon Dr, Palm Springs, CA 92264 Finalist: Bones 'n' Scones 633 S Palm Canyon Dr Suite #26, Palm Springs, CA 92264 The Pet Spaw 73905 CA-111, Palm Desert, CA 92260 https://thepetspawgrooming.com/ ►►►►► Best Physician Dr. Timothy Jochen Board-certified dermatologist Dr. Timothy Jochen is the founder and medical director of Contour Dermatology & Cosmetic Surgery Center. Since 2001, this "top doc's" practice has provided medical dermatology throughout the Coachella Valley, including cosmetic dermatology, cosmetic surgery, treatment of skin diseases and Mohs micrographic surgery for the removal of skin cancer. Jochen, who is an associate professor of dermatology at USC, is nationally ranked in the top one percent of Botox injectors, the top two percent of CoolSculpting practices and in the top 10 for facial filler injectors. 42600 Mirage Rd, Rancho Mirage, CA 92270, United States Finalist: Dr. Jose L Fernandez 46900 Monroe St. Ste 503, Indio, CA 92201 https://healthy.kaiserpermanente.org/ Dr. Laura Rush 75036 Gerald Ford Dr, Palm Desert, CA 92211 https://healthy.kaiserpermanente.org/ ►►►►► Best Place to Hang Out with Friends little bar Sometimes you want to go where everybody knows your name. This little bar near San Pablo and the 111 in Palm Desert has become a beloved neighborhood hangout, where friends gather for cozy dinners and al fresco weekend brunches with tasty bites and fun, fresh cocktails. 73560 CA-111 #B, Palm Desert, CA 92260 Finalist: The Tropicale Palm Springs 330 E Amado Rd, Palm Springs, CA 92262 https://apps.thetropicale.com/ Blackbook Bar 315 E Arenas Rd, Palm Springs, CA 92262 ►►►►► Best Plastic Surgeon Dr. Timothy Jochen What inspired "top doc" Dr. Timothy Jochen to pursue dermatology is a passion to cure skin diseases and make people look and feel beautiful. Medical patients are seen with an eye for what will provide the best cosmetic result and cosmetic patients receive a focus on improving their appearance based on a solid medical foundation and proven technology. 42600 Mirage Rd, Rancho Mirage, CA 92270, United States Finalist: Dr. Maria A. Lombardo, DO 41606 Indian Trail Suite A-1, Rancho Mirage, CA 92270 https://www.lombardocosmeticsurgery.com/ Dr. Mark Sofonio 71885 CA-111, Rancho Mirage, CA 92270 ►►►►► Best Private Golf Community BIGHORN Golf Club Long recognized among the world's most celebrated private clubs, BIGHORN is the valley's premier luxury lifestyle community, featuring award-winning residential architecture and home sites. Set 1,000 feet above the desert floor against the striking backdrop of the Santa Rosa Mountains, it is a serene, protected enclave where members can experience the best life has to offer—two championship golf courses, a new 80,000-square-foot clubhouse with penthouses, a world-class spa, and seven indoor-outdoor dining venues, to name a few. Since 2006, BIGHORN social event charities have raised more than $11 million for local nonprofits. 255 Palowet Dr, Palm Desert, CA 92260 Finalist: PGA West Private Clubhouses & Golf Courses 55-955 Pga Blvd, La Quinta, CA 92253 Rancho La Quinta Golf Club 79398 Cascadas Cir, La Quinta, CA 92253 https://www.rancholaquinta.com/ ►►►►► Best Real Estate Firm Bennion Deville Homes (Rancho Mirage) With a 3-to-1 advantage in closed sales volume over its nearest competitor, Bennion Deville Homes is the true Coachella Valley real estate leader. The large independent brokerage consistently ranks among the top real estate companies in Southern California and the nation, exceeding the $2 billion mark in sales volume each year. With offices located throughout the Coachella Valley, Bennion Deville Homes serves our desert communities at all price points and needs. We look forward to opening doors and unlocking possibilities for you. 71691 CA-111, Rancho Mirage, CA 92270 http://bdhomes.com/offices/rancho-mirage Finalist: Kud Properties 74124 CA-111, Palm Desert, CA 92260 Leaskou Partners, Inc. 200 N Sunrise Way, Palm Springs, CA 92262 ►►►►► Best Realtor Scott Histed Architectural Properties Scott Histed grew up on a small, family-owned potato farm in Michigan with 10 siblings. After many years in Los Angeles, he ventured to Palm Springs to begin selling real estate and has never looked back. He's proud to share his wealth of knowledge with clients—buyers and sellers— teaching them negotiating skills and about comprehensive marketing. Pledging to treat every transaction with the upmost in care and high ethical standards helped make him one of the best of the valley. 850 N Palm Canyon Dr. Palm Springs, CA 92262 https://scotthistedrealestate.com/ Finalist: Mary Gomez 2905 E Tahquitz Canyon Way Palm Springs CA 92262 https://www.palmspringshometeam.com/ Roger Joles 71691 Highway 111, Rancho Mirage, CA 92270 https://www.bdhomes.com/agent_profile.asp?id=593 ►►►►► Best Resale Store Revivals Stores Buying used isn't just cool, it's environmentally and socially responsible. Find fabulous "recycled" apparel and accessories, furniture, rugs, lighting fixtures, art and other décor pieces for your mid- or "mixed"-century desert dwelling, plus help your fellow residents in the process. Proceeds benefit the Desert AIDS Project to support the 7,000 individuals who call DAP their healthcare home. Buying—and donating—to Revivals is an easy way for us all make a lasting impact in our community. 611 S Palm Canyon Dr, Palm Springs, CA 92264 Finalist: Estate Sale Co 4185 E Palm Canyon Dr, Palm Springs, CA 92264 http://www.theestatesaleco.com/ Angel View Resale Stores 454 N Indian Canyon Dr, Palm Springs, CA 92262 https://www.angelview.org/ ►►►►► Best Solar Company Renova Energy A Best of the Valley winner for the sixth consecutive year, employee-owned Renova Energy was founded in 2006 by Vincent Battaglia and now boasts 180 employees, a campus of three buildings, a fleet of more than 85 vehicles and a 5 Star Yelp rating. Renova offers residential and commercial solar (installations include Porsche and The River) as well as battery storage. Renova is also active in the community, supporting the CV Link, FIND Food Bank and Animal Samaritans among many other organizations. 75-181 Mediterranean Avenue, Palm Desert, CA 92211 Finalist: Sunlogix Energy 73550 Alessandro Dr Suite101, Palm Desert, CA 92260 Hot Purple Energy 810 N Farrell Dr, Palm Springs, CA 92262 ►►►►► Best Tattoo Artist Ruben Chops Ruben "Chops" has been cutting his teeth in the industry for 12 years. Tattooing for over seven of those years, his work includes everything from artful calligraphy to playful cartoons. Want to put a ring in it? You know you're in good hands. Thinking about permanent art? View his portfolio at https://www.instagram.com/rubenchops/. Finalist: Alberto Diaz (aka Moreno Tattoo) https://www.facebook.com/BLUEROSETATTOO760/ ►►►►► Best Tattoo Shop Desert Rose Tattoo Parlor Getting ink is a commitment, so you want to be set on the design and also know you're in capable hands. In Matt Miller's 16 years of tattooing, the artist made his mark at shops in Pasadena and Los Angeles before settling in the valley and opening his own in 2015. He specializes in traditional-style tattoos and custom designs, while his fellow shop artists, Joel Gray and "PJ," bring their own unique style and expertise. 73520 CA-111 B, Palm Desert, CA 92260 https://www.facebook.com/desertrosetattooparlor/ Finalist: Blue Rose Tattoo 67-555 E Palm Canyon Dr suite f 115, Cathedral City, CA 92234 https://www.facebook.com/BLUEROSETATTOO760/ ►►►►► Best Wedding Venue The Living Desert Say "I do" at the zoo! From a lush oasis with a waterfall to a desert landscape with a backdrop of the Santa Rosa Mountains, The Living Desert boasts six very different wedding ceremony sites and seven reception venues, offering many unique ways to host events around your Big Day. 47900 Portola Ave, Palm Desert, CA 92260 Finalist: Spencer's Restaurant 701 W Baristo Rd, Palm Springs, CA 92262 https://www.spencersrestaurant.com/ The Ritz-Carlton, Rancho Mirage 68900 Frank Sinatra Dr, Rancho Mirage, CA 92270 https://www.ritzcarlton.com/en/hotels/california/rancho-mirage? Bars + NightlifeBest Classic Cocktails AMP Sports Lounge At Cat City's AMP Sports Lounge, find a casual and festive atmosphere at the center of town, where everyone is welcome. Plush and comfy pink velvet benches, specially designed for the lounge, add a laidback vibe, while neon-lit frames add some funk. 68-718 E Palm Canyon Dr #201, Cathedral City, CA 92234 https://www.ampsportslounge.net/ Finalist: Spencer's Restaurant 701 W Baristo Rd, Palm Springs, CA 92262 https://www.spencersrestaurant.com/ Jake's 664 N Palm Canyon Dr, Palm Springs, CA 92262 http://www.jakespalmsprings.com/ ►►►►► Best Dance Spot Hunters Nightclub This go-to gay bar and dance club has been raising the roof for 20 years, and the scheduled lineup proves they plan to keep pumping up the fun. Here you'll find the desert's most sought-after and friendly DJs, full-on themed events, and the longest happy hour in the land (as they say, size matters, and here you'll get nine whole … hours!) 302 E Arenas Rd, Palm Springs, CA 92262 https://hunterspalmsprings.com/ Finalist: Copa Nightclub 244 E Amado Rd, Palm Springs, CA 92262 https://apps.copapalmsprings.com/ LIT - Bar and Lounge 84245 Indio Springs Pkwy, Indio, CA 92203 https://www.fantasyspringsresort.com/project/lit/ ►►►►► Best Dive Joint little bar Sometimes you want to go where everybody knows your name. This little Palm Desert dive has become a favorite neighborhood hangout, where friends (and more) get together for cozy dinners, tasty cocktails and weekend breakfasts. 73560 CA-111 #B, Palm Desert, CA 92260 Finalist: Neil's Lounge 80956 CA-111, Indio, CA 92201 https://www.facebook.com/GoodTimesAtNeilsLounge/ 19th Hole Sports Bar & Restaurant 42305 Washington St., Palm Desert, CA 92211 https://www.facebook.com/The19thHolePalmDesert/ ►►►►► Best Happy Hour AMP Sports Lounge Whether you've come to watch or play, AMP Sports Lounge is all about the game. They've also got live music, deejays and karaoke at night, plus a daily "AMP'Y Hour" from 4 to 9 p.m. where you can score $4 wells, house wine and Bud Light drafts (and $1 off all other alcoholic beverages). Big sports games will air across seven large-screen TVs and one "Big Screen" stage. You're your jersey or jock strap—all are welcome! 68-718 E Palm Canyon Dr #201, Cathedral City, CA 92234 https://www.ampsportslounge.net/ Finalist: Spencer's Restaurant 701 W Baristo Rd, Palm Springs, CA 92262 https://www.spencersrestaurant.com/ Trio Restaurant 707 N Palm Canyon Dr, Palm Springs, CA 92262 ►►►►► Best Margarita Smoke Tree BBQ Palm Springs This family-own barbecue specializes in house-smoked barbecue meats and house-crafted cocktails. With a palate-pleasing selection of mezcal and tequila, plus locally sourced produce, their mixologists can shake it up any way you like. All meats are hand-trimmed and rubbed with their secret Smoke Tree seasoning, then slowly smoked to perfection with a blend of oak and fruit hardwoods. 1775 E Palm Canyon Dr Suite 405, Palm Springs, CA 92264 Finalist: Fresh Agave Mexican Bar & Grill 73325 CA-111, Palm Desert, CA 92260 http://www.freshagavemexicanbarandgrill.com/ Little Bar 73560 CA-111 #B, Palm Desert, CA 92260 ►►►►► Best Martini Lulu California Bistro As hip and modern as Lulu's décor are its 10 exquisite house martinis. From timeless favorites like the Manhattan to modern Chocolatini sips—a decadent marriage of Skyy Vanilla Vodka and Godiva White Chocolate Liqueur—Lulu's is the place to kick back with a classic or sexy cocktail. 200 S Palm Canyon Dr, Palm Springs, CA 92262 http://www.lulupalmsprings.com/ Finalist: Spencer's Restaurant 701 W Baristo Rd, Palm Springs, CA 92262 https://www.spencersrestaurant.com/ Kitchen 86 + Bar 73-130 El Paseo, Palm Desert, CA 92260 ►►►►► Best Sports Bar The Village Pub Since 1996, The Village Pub has been a downtown Palm Springs staple for salt-of-the-earth people and late-night fun. Featuring an international spin, the indoor-outdoor pub serves up great food, riveting entertainment and dancing till 2 a.m. all week long. 266 S Palm Canyon Dr, Palm Springs, CA 92262 https://palmspringsvillagepub.com/ Finalist: AMP Sports Lounge 68-718 E Palm Canyon Dr #201, Cathedral City, CA 92234 https://www.ampsportslounge.net/ The Beer Hunter 78-483 CA-111, La Quinta, CA 92253 https://www.thebeerhunter.com/ ►►►►► Best Wine Bar V Wine Lounge V Wine carried its concept from West Hollywood to Palm Springs, adapting the desert space in Kaptur Plaza to look and feel like a midcentury lounge. Enjoy a thoughtful curation of boutique California and International Wines, 1950s throwback cocktails and delicious cheese boards. Private rental space is available for social gatherings, wine tastings and corporate retreats. 600 E Tahquitz Canyon Way, Palm Springs, CA 92262 Finalist: The Vine Wine Bar 74868 Country Club Dr Suite 103, Palm Desert, CA 92260 https://www.thevinewinebar.com/palm-desert-ca/ Zin American Bistro 198 S Palm Canyon Dr, Palm Springs, CA 92262 https://zinamericanbistro.com/ Body + SoulBest Fitness Class Dedicated Strength When Ashley Robertson lost her father and best friend to cancer, she found that working out and getting healthy was her best therapy. With a National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM) background, Robertson started Dedicated Strength, a gym specializing in personal training and bootcamp classes. Here you'll find an environment where you feel comfortable, whatever your lifestyle or fitness level. 43990 Golf Center Pkwy A4, Indio, CA 92203 https://dedicatedstrength.business.site/ Finalist: EnerGym 74836 Technology Dr #102, Palm Desert, CA 92260 https://www.energymrealfitness.com/ Fit in 42 Palm Springs 5001 Ramon Rd a3, Palm Springs, CA 92264 ►►►►► Best Hair Stylist Adrian Alcantar Hair You only get one chance to make a first impression, and you should do it with great hair. That's Adrian Alcantar's motto, and what inspires the creative stylist to keep making a difference in clients' lives. At this fresh Palm Springs salon, you'll find a relaxing ambiance and head-to-services with experienced professionals. 1717 E Vista Chino suite B-1, Palm Springs, CA 92262 http://www.adrianalcantarhairstudios.com/ Finalist: Carly Champagne (Alter Ego Salon) 72880 Fred Waring Dr #A1, Palm Desert, CA 92260 Blssd Barbershop 73871 HWY 111 Palm Desert, CA 92260 https://www.instagram.com/nando_blssd/ ►►►►► Best Spa Pink Tanning & Body Spa Skin cancer may be out, but a golden glow is ever in style. Pink Tanning & Body Spa helps clients stay healthy while looking great by offering safe airbrush tans that nourish skin. Whether getting a spray tan or a skin care treatment, wax or eyelash extensions at the spa, you're always promised undivided attention by an experienced professional. 71537 CA-111 Suite I, Rancho Mirage, CA 92270 Finalist: Contour Dermatology and Cosmetic Surgery Center 42600 Mirage Road, Rancho Mirage, CA 92270 European Experience Luxury Facials & Massages Saint Bimini Cir, Palm Springs, CA 92264 https://palmspringsfacials.com/ ►►►►► Best Yoga Studio Desert Yoga Therapy Desert Yoga Therapy is a serene yoga studio located in the heart of Rancho Mirage, carefully designed with warmth and community in mind. Local artists and community members have helped put loving details into the studio, making it an inviting and unique environment to practice yoga. The studio specializes in therapeutic, restorative, gentle, Vinyasa, chair, meditation, and trauma-sensitive yoga. Workshops and teacher training for both 200-hour RYT courses, restorative intensives and advanced studies programs affiliated with Yoga Alliance are available. For those unable to make it to the studio, a subscription service is available. 71843 CA-111 c, Rancho Mirage, CA 92270 https://desertyogatherapy.com/ Finalist: Bikram Yoga Plus - Coachella Valley 36869 Cook St #101, Palm Desert, CA 92211 Gather: a movement & wellness studio 78065 Main St, La Quinta, CA 92253 https://www.gatherlaquinta.com/ EntertainmentBest Casino Agua Caliente Casino - Palm Springs Nestled in the heart of downtown Palm Springs—within walking distance of the city's many nightly establishments—Agua Caliente Casino is home to the area's only fully enclosed, nonsmoking slot room and offers an action-packed, 24-hour casino with slots, table games, high-limit gaming and a posh yet cozy live music lounge in a setting that is stylish, yet comfortable. 401 East Amado Road, Palm Springs, CA 92262 https://www.sparesortcasino.com/ Finalist: Agua Caliente Resort Casino Spa Rancho Mirage 32-250 Bob Hope Drive, Rancho Mirage, CA 92270 https://www.hotwatercasino.com/ Spotlight 29 Casino 46-200 Harrison Pl, Coachella, CA 92236 ►►►►► Best Festival/Fair Coachella Music Festival Cofounded by Paul Tollett and Rick Van Santen in 1999, "Coachella," now organized by Goldenvoice (AEG Presents), has evolved into a renowned music and arts festival frequented by celebrities, influencers and anyone who is anyone. Come for the music. Come for the crowds. Just come. Check out the 2020 lineup below, and reserve your tickets before they're gone. Empire Polo Club, Indio Finalist: Modernism Week Greater Palm Springs Area https://www.modernismweek.com/ Stagecoach Festival Empire Polo Club, Indio https://www.stagecoachfestival.com/ ►►►►► Best Fundraising Event Evening Under the Stars The 27th annual Evening Under the Stars gala will feature the music of Sir Elton John with "Almost Elton John" starring Craig A. Meyer and featuring The Rocket Band. The event begins with a festive cocktail reception followed by a sumptuous dinner, a brief awards presentation to a few worthy honorees, and dancing. This spectacular musical journey celebrates the decades of chart-topping hits by Sir Elton John. To be held on May 2 at the O'Donnell Golf Club, Evening Under the Stars is the largest annual fundraiser for AAP – Food Samaritans, helping to provide nutritional support for low-income people living with HIV/AIDS and other chronic illnesses. 301 N Belardo Rd, Palm Springs, CA 92262, United States https://aidsassistance.org/evening-under-the-stars Finalist: Steve Chase Humanitarian Awards 1695 N Sunrise Way, Palm Springs, CA 92262, United States https://www.desertaidsproject.org/steve-chase-humanitarian-awards-2020/ Palm Springs Pride Downtown Palm Springs ►►►►► Best Live Theater McCallum Theatre Entertaining the valley since 1988, the McCallum Theatre was founded with the mission to provide desert residents with a world-class performing arts venue diverse in its programming, patrons and educational opportunities. Today the Theatre is known for bringing the finest international talent to the Coachella Valley, including rock and pop icons, dance legends, classical soloists and orchestras, as well as cherished stars of stage, screen, television, song and Broadway. Since its inception, the theater's education division offers intensive arts education experiences for more than 40,000 children, parents and educators annually, at no cost. 73000 Fred Waring Dr, Palm Desert, CA 92260 https://www.mccallumtheatre.com/ Finalist: Agua Caliente Resort Casino Spa Rancho Mirage 32-250 Bob Hope Drive, Rancho Mirage, CA 92270 https://www.hotwatercasino.com/ Coachella Valley Repertory 68510 E Palm Canyon Dr, Cathedral City, CA 92234 ►►►►► Best Movie Theater Mary Pickford Theatre Mary Pickford Theater is D'Place for great movie experiences presenting Hollywood's biggest films. Offering comfortable stadium recliner seating, a nice selection of beer and wine, and a fanastic menu of freshly made foods from the Cinema Café, they present a setting for watching films the way they're meant to be seen. Perks include inhouse ice cream and specialty. For an extra $1 than the ticket price, guests can reserve seats early for films and events online. 36850 Pickfair St, Cathedral City, CA 92234 https://dplaceentertainment.com/mary-pickford/ Finalist: Century - La Quinta and XD 48-800 Washington St, La Quinta, CA 92253 https://www.cinemark.com/southern-california/century-la-quinta-and-xd? Century @ The River Cinemark Theatre 71800 CA-111 Ste A-137, Rancho Mirage, CA 92270 https://www.cinemark.com/southern-california/century-at-the-river-and-xd? ►►►►► Best Pool Party Splash House Splash House is what you get when you mix up fun-loving people with rocking pool parties. Each June through August, it's a little slice of paradise where friendships are forged as people dance to the best in-house, disco and electronica music, spun by all the best deejays at three hip hotel resorts in Palm Springs. The Renaissance, The Riviera, The Saguaro Finalist: Ace Hotel and Swim Club 701 E Palm Canyon Dr, Palm Springs, CA 92264 https://www.acehotel.com/palmsprings/ The Saguaro Palm Springs 1800 E Palm Canyon Dr, Palm Springs, CA 92264 https://thesaguaro.com/palm-springs/ ►►►►► Best Repertory Company Coachella Valley Repertory The Coachella Valley Repertory has provided thought-provoking theater of substance throughout the desert for almost a decade, offering plays to the public that are both entertaining and meaningful. Coming up, the youth outreach program enlightens young audiences with topics reflecting their everyday life, especially regarding the epidemic of bullying. Also enjoy a variety of entertainment, including cabaret, jazz, dance, classical and one-act plays. 68510 E Palm Canyon Dr, Cathedral City, CA 92234 Finalist: Coyote StageWorks 2300 E. Baristo Road, Palm Springs, CA 92262 https://www.coyotestageworks.org/ Desert Ensemble Theatre Co. 314 S Cahuilla Rd, Palm Springs, CA 92262 ►►►►► Best Venue to Hear Live Music The Show at Agua Caliente There's not a bad seat in the house at this stunning venue. With more than 2,000 seats across four levels, expansive views, and no seat more than 125 feet from the stage, this premier concert theatre also boasts 12 luxury boxes with catering, private bars and bottle service. Since its opening in 2009, The Show has hosted a lineup that reads like a hall of fame: Tony Bennett, Martina McBride, Duran Duran, John Fogerty, ZZ Top, Goo Goo Dolls, Dolly Parton, Willie Nelson, Steven Tyler, Sting, Alan Jackson and many more have all performed here. 32-250 Bob Hope Dr, Rancho Mirage, CA 92270 https://www.hotwatercasino.com/theshow Finalist: McCallum Theatre 73000 Fred Waring Dr, Palm Desert, CA 92260 https://www.mccallumtheatre.com/ Pappy & Harriets 53688 Pioneertown Rd, Pioneertown, CA 92268 https://www.pappyandharriets.com/ Food + DrinkBest Asian 533 Viet Fusion Under the leadership of Chef Chad Gardner, 533 Viet-Fusion has been featured in LA Eater, Zagat and Forbes as a top choice for dining in Palm Springs. Bursting with fresh, savory flavors, the diverse menu boasts locally sourced ingredients, including farm-fresh, hand-selected vegetables. Guests with diverse dining restrictions can choose from a wide selection of items from gluten-free, vegan and vegetarian menus. Recipes call for no soy sauce; instead, they use gluten-free Tamari, reported to have many health benefits. 1775 E Palm Canyon Dr Suite 625, Palm Springs, CA 92264 Finalist: Kitchen 86 + Bar 73-130 El Paseo, Palm Desert, CA 92260 CIE Sichuan 45682 Towne St. Indio, CA 92201 https://www.ciesichuancuisineindio.com/ ►►►►► Best BBQ Smoketree BBQ This family-own barbecue offers refined homestyle cooking with passion and a Southern flare. Specializing in house-smoked barbecue meats, it also serves up and a diverse selection of spirits and craft beer in a rustic yet chic atmosphere. All meats are hand-trimmed and rubbed with their secret Smoke Tree seasoning, then slowly smoked to perfection with a blend of oak and fruit hardwoods. 1775 E Palm Canyon Dr Suite 405, Palm Springs, CA 92264 Finalist: CV BBQ 83214 Requa Ave, Indio, CA 92201 Babe's Bar-B-Que & Brewhouse 71800 CA-111 Ste A 176, Rancho Mirage, CA 92270 ►►►►► Best Burger Smokin' Burgers & Lounge Smokin Burgers' grills up a tasty variety of meat (or veggie) and buns, plus fun apps like fish tacos, chicken wings and calamari. Hand-crafted burgers are made from 100 percent fresh (never frozen) Angus beef, with a unique flavor unmatched by any other burger in the Coachella Valley. All of their burgers can also be prepared with a chicken, turkey or a veggie patty. Also find prime rib specials are available on the weekends. 1775 E Palm Canyon Dr #220, Palm Springs, CA 92264 https://www.smokinburgerslounge.com/ Finalist: Spencer's Restaurant 701 W Baristo Rd, Palm Springs, CA 92262 https://www.spencersrestaurant.com/ 19th Hole Sports Bar & Restaurant 42305 Washington St A, Palm Desert, CA 92211 https://www.facebook.com/The19thHolePalmDesert/ ►►►►► Best Coffee Koffi Located in central Palm Springs, Koffi is the Coachella Valley's largest independent specialty coffee café, retailer and roaster, with four locations and counting. Find such specialty blends as San Jacinto, Sun Worship and Indigenous Pride, brewed behind the counter or bagged to take home. Open from 5:30 a.m. to 7 p.m., it's also a great stop for in-house or on-the-go gourmet pastries, grilled lunch sandwiches and snacks. 515 N Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs, CA 92262 Finalist: Ernest Coffee 1101 N Palm Canyon Dr, Palm Springs, CA 92262 IW Coffee 74-995 CA-111, Indian Wells, CA 92210 https://www.facebook.com/IW-coffee-1402421566753897/ ►►►►► Best Italian Le Donne Cucina Italiana Indulge in a taste of Italy at Le Donne Cucina Italiana, preparing award-winning cuisine in a friendly atmosphere. Using techniques cultivated from generations of Old World culinary artistry, this cucina creates delicious dishes that cater to every palate. Each authentic dish is made using the freshest ingredients, with over 20 dishes featuring homemade pasta made in-house, daily. 72624 El Paseo, Palm Desert, CA 92260 Finalist: Castelli's 73098 CA-111, Palm Desert, CA 92260 Mario's Italian Café 425 S Sunrise Way, Palm Springs, CA 92262 https://mariositaliancafes.com/ ►►►►► Best Late-Night bites Smokin' Burgers & Lounge Wrapping up the workday late? From 9 p.m. to midnight, Smokin Burgers' reopens to grill up a tasty variety of meat (or veggie) and buns, plus fun apps like fish tacos, chicken wings and calamari. Hand-crafted burgers are made from 100 percent fresh (never frozen) Angus beef, with a unique flavor unmatched by any other burger in the Coachella Valley. Also find a $5 Happy Hour, plus $3 beer and $4 wine to help you unwind. 1775 E Palm Canyon Dr #220, Palm Springs, CA 92264 https://www.smokinburgerslounge.com/ Finalist: Kitchen 86 + Bar 73-130 El Paseo, Palm Desert, CA 92260 Little Bar 73560 CA-111 #B, Palm Desert, CA 92260 ►►►►► Best Mexican Fresh Agave Mexican Bar & Grill Located in the heart of Palm Desert, this fresh Mexican grill prepares traditional and contemporary cuisine using only the finest ingredients and techniques. Find a casual family atmosphere in the restaurant, while the cantina carries a lively yet intimate vibe. Popular dishes include enchiladas de mole and chiles rellenos, and the signature magaritas (including melon and spicy mixes) are not to be missed. The bar also serves up more than 25 types of tequila. 73325 CA-111, Palm Desert, CA 92260 http://www.freshagavemexicanbarandgrill.com/ Finalist: El Mexicali Café 82720 Indio Blvd, Indio, CA 92201 https://www.facebook.com/elmexicalicafe/ Las Casuelas Terraza 222 S Palm Canyon Dr, Palm Springs, CA 92262 ►►►►► Best New Restaurant Grand Central Palm Springs Central to Downtown Palm Springs, Grand Central serves seasonally fresh California cuisine with fan unexpected twist. Come for breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner or the full bar, where you can enjoy all-day happy hours. Or dine under the clock in the main dining room, or sip a mimosa al fresco on the patio. Looking for an event space? The private dining room also accomodates special events. 160 La Plaza, Palm Springs, CA 92262 https://www.grandcentralpalmsprings.com/ Finalist: Kitchen 86 + Bar 73-130 El Paseo, Palm Desert, CA 92260 Little Bar 73560 CA-111 #B, Palm Desert, CA 92260 ►►►►► Best pet-friendly Dining Spencer's Restaurant Whether dining with friends or Fido, Spencer's is the place for Sunday brunch. Offering top-notch service and a scenic, temperature-controlled outdoor terrace, this iconic Palm Springs establishment is a hot spot that's pawfectly cozy. Indulge your palate with the finest classic American cuisine and extensive wine and cocktail offerings. 701 W Baristo Rd, Palm Springs, CA 92262 https://www.spencersrestaurant.com/ Finalist: La Quinta Baking Company 78395 CA-111, La Quinta, CA 92253 http://laquintabaking.com/index.html Acqua California Bistro 71-700 CA-111, Rancho Mirage, CA 92270 http://www.acquaranchomirage.com/ ►►►►► Best Pizza Bill's Pizza Whoever says New York pizza is the finest hasn't been to Bill's, baking up some of the most delicious slices will find in the world. Bill's quest to make the best pizza took him to Italy and around the U.S., exploring a wide variety of pizza styles and techniques. His journey included a pizza-making seminar with Chris Bianco, winner of 2003 James Beard Award for Best chef in the Southwest. The award-winning kitchen staff has 70 years of collective culinary experience. 119 S Indian Canyon Dr, Palm Springs, CA 92262 https://www.billspizzapalmsprings.com/ Finalist: Stuft Pizza Bar & Grill 72840 Highway 111 Suite #465, Palm Desert, CA 92260 https://www.stuftpizzabarandgrill.com/ Your Pie 42250 Jackson St, Indio, CA 92203 https://yourpie.com/stores/indio/ ►►►►► Best Romantic Ambiance Spencer's Restaurant When you dine at one of the valley's best restaurants, you can also expect the best (read: attentive) service. Hugging the San Jacinto Mountains in a quiet neighborhood, this iconic Palm Springs establishment exudes the utmost elegance while also feeling cozy. Indulge your palate with the finest classic American cuisine and extensive wine and cocktail offerings, in a formal dining room setting or on the ambient patio beneath shady trees with stringing lights. 701 W Baristo Rd, Palm Springs, CA 92262 https://www.spencersrestaurant.com/ Finalist: Copley's on Palm Canyon 621 N Palm Canyon Dr, Palm Springs, CA 92262 https://www.copleyspalmsprings.com/ Acqua California Bistro 71-700 CA-111, Rancho Mirage, CA 92270 http://www.acquaranchomirage.com/ ►►►►► Best Seafood Spencer's Restaurant Synonymous with the desert's classic style, Spencer's offers elegance intertwined with comfortable informality. It's the perfect place to power lunch, host a private party, enjoy a romantic evening for two or Sunday brunch with mates. Temperature-controlled and shaded by trees, the outdoor terrace features a scenic atmosphere rivaled only by the sumptuous seafood—like the signature colossal shrimp cocktail, pan-fried Chilean sea bass and Australian rock-lobster tail, which all pair nicely with an extensive wine list that garnered the Best of Award of Excellence from Wine Spectator. 701 W Baristo Rd, Palm Springs, CA 92262 https://www.spencersrestaurant.com/ Finalist: Mitch's on El Paseo Prime Seafood 73951 El Paseo, Palm Desert, CA 92260 Pacifica Seafood Restaurant 73505 El Paseo, Palm Desert, CA 92260 https://www.pacificaseafoodrestaurant.com/ ►►►►► Best Steakhouse Ruth's Chris Steak House Ruth's Chris steaks are a cut above the rest, ensuring your last bite is as fine as your first. They've perfected a broiling method and seasoning techniques to ensure each cut of USDA Prime beef arrives at perfection—sizzling on a 500-degree plate, just the way Ruth liked it. If there's one thing to know about steaks, it's that USDA Prime is the best. Representing the top 2.3 percent of cattle, these cuts are well-marbled and hand-selected for thickness and tenderness. 74740 CA-111, Palm Desert, CA 92260 https://www.ruthschris.com/restaurant-locations/palm-desert/ Finalist: The Steakhouse at Agua Caliente Casino Palm Springs and The Steakhouse at Agua Caliente Resort Casino Spa Rancho Mirage Agua Caliente Casino Palm Springs, Agua Caliente Resort Casino Spa Rancho Mirage https://www.hotwatercasino.com/steakhouse Spencer's Restaurant 701 W Baristo Rd, Palm Springs, CA 92262 https://www.spencersrestaurant.com/ ►►►►► Best Sushi Okura Robata Grill & Sushi Bar If you're looking for upscale sushi, this is the spot. Serving only the freshest selection of raw fish and seafood, Okura's dishes are all delicately and skillfully prepared by master sushi chefs. The menu spans a wide range of delectable options, from unique appetizers to classic Japanese sushi to the delicious signature Robata Grill entrees that include succulent Kobe steaks. 78370 CA-111 #150, La Quinta, CA 92253 Finalist: Sandfish Sushi & Whiskey 1556 N Palm Canyon Dr, Palm Springs, CA 92262 Kiyosaku 1555 S Palm Canyon Dr, Palm Springs, CA 92262 https://www.facebook.com/KiyosakuRestaurant/ ►►►►► Best Vegan / Best Vegetarian Native Foods Café What's that—there's such a thing as guilt-free fast food? True to its name, Native Foods Café serves up everything from "chicken" burgers to beefless chili in-house and for takeout—all 100 percent plant-based. They're motto is that creating delicious food, along with having compassion for animal welfare and environmentally sustainable practices, should go hand in hand. These made-from-scratch bites also come at reasonable prices. 1775 E Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs, CA 92264 https://www.nativefoods.com/locations/palm-springs/ Finalist: Kitchen 86 + Bar 73-130 El Paseo, Palm Desert, CA 92260 Chef Tanya's Kitchen 706 S Eugene Rd, Palm Springs, CA 92264 https://cheftanyaskitchen.com/ Lulu and Acqua California Bistro http://www.lulupalmsprings.com/ http://www.acquaranchomirage.com/ ►►►►► Best Weekend Brunch Spencer's Restaurant When you dine at one of the valley's best restaurants, you can also expect the best (read: attentive) service. Hugging the San Jacinto Mountains in a quiet neighborhood, this iconic Palm Springs establishment exudes the utmost elegance while also feeling cozy. Indulge your palate with the finest classic American cuisine and extensive wine and cocktail offerings, in a formal dining room setting or on the ambient patio beneath shady trees with stringing lights. 701 W Baristo Rd, Palm Springs, CA 92262 https://www.spencersrestaurant.com/ Finalist: Lulu California Bistro 200 S Palm Canyon Dr, Palm Springs, CA 92262 http://www.lulupalmsprings.com/ The Tropicale Palm Springs 330 E Amado Rd, Palm Springs, CA 92262 https://apps.thetropicale.com/ Outdoor + AdventureBest Hike Araby Circle Nestled alongside the 111, the Araby trail head is located in residential area, where it winds for about 1/4 mile—but don't let this deter you from trekking on. The top half boasts stellar views of the valley—gorgeous rock formations and flowers in the foreground—and also connects with other hike-worthy trails. Pups are welcome until a certain point; look out for a sign that indicates where. https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/california/araby-trail Finalist: South Lykken https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/california/south-lykken-trailhead Art Smith Trail https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/california/art-smith-trail ►►►►► Best Public Golf Course Desert Willow Golf Resort This Palm Desert course offers two of the Coachella Valley's best plays. Test your skills against the natural hazards and myriad water features of the challenging Firecliff Course, or play a smoother, more relaxing round on the magnificent Mountain View Course, hugged by spectacular views of the surrounding Santa Rosa Mountains. 38-995 Desert Willow Dr, Palm Desert, CA 92260 Finalist: Eagle Falls Golf Course 84245 Indio Springs Dr, Indio, CA 92203 https://www.fantasyspringsresort.com/golf/ Tahquitz Creek Golf Resort 1885 Golf Club Dr, Palm Springs, CA 92264 https://tahquitzgolfresort.com/ ►►►►► Best Tennis Court Indian Wells Tennis Garden This state-of-the-art facility opened in March 2000, showcasing the second-largest tennis stadium in the world and a full-service year-round tennis club. Former No. 1 U.S. player, tournament chairman and owner of the BNP Paribas Open, Charlie Pasarell, together with his partner, former player and owner, Raymond Moore, formed PM Sports Management Company, where they teamed with Mark McCormack's International Management Group to privately fund the dynamic development. Pasarell's vision was to create the best tennis facility for professional and amateur players, spectators, sponsors and media. 78-200 Miles Ave, Indian Wells, CA 92210 https://indianwellstennisgarden.com/ Finalist: Palm Springs Tennis Club 701 W Baristo Rd, Palm Springs, CA 92262 https://palmspringstennisclub.com/ La Quinta Resort & Club 49-499 Eisenhower Dr, La Quinta, CA 92253 https://www.laquintaresort.com/ TOURINGBest Local Landmark Palm Springs Aerial Tramway The Palm Springs Aerial Tramway—the world's largest rotating tram car—travels over 2 ½ miles along the cliffs of Chino Canyon, transporting visitors to the pristine wilderness of the Mt. San Jacinto State Park and Wilderness Area. During this 10-minute journey, tram cars rotate slowly, offering spectacular vistas of the valley below. At the tram's Mountain Station—at 8,516 feet and 30 F cooler than the desert floor—drink in the views, dine at two restaurants, hike over 50 miles of trails, watch two documentary films or visit the natural history museum. Overnight camping is available with advance reservation. In the winter, you can also enjoy snowshoeing or cross-county. 1 Tram Way, Palm Springs, CA 92262 Finalist: Arenas District https://www.facebook.com/ArenasRoad/ Sunnylands ►►►►► Best Place to Bring Visiting Friends Blackbook Bar Named after the official government 'blacklist' of people unwelcome in casinos in Nevada, the team at Blackbook Bar believes everyone has felt like a misfit. They want everyone to feel welcome at Blackbook—where "black' is backwards in the name and the bar blacklists the blacklist. It also boasts the largest whiskey collection in Palm Springs—with 250 varieties and counting—and more than 60 different tequilas, 25 gins and 50 different kinds of beer. All cocktails are made with the freshest ingredients and served at a fair price. 315 E Arenas Rd, Palm Springs, CA 92262 https://blackbookbar.com/ Finalist: Brandini Toffee Factory Tour 42250 Bob Hope Dr, Rancho Mirage, CA 92270 https://www.brandinitoffee.com/ Integratron 2477 Belfield Blvd. Landers, CA 92285 ►►►►► Best Place to Take the Kids The Living Desert Zoo and Gardens Rated one of the top zoos in the country, Palm Desert's Living Desert Zoo and Gardens offers up-closer encounters with leopards, cheetahs, zebra, jaguar, Mexican wolf and other beautiful creatures. Explore miles of nature trails, try riding a camel, or feed the giraffes and lorikeets. The venue also features magnificent gardens from different parts of the world, as well as seven different areas to host events like weddings and holiday parties. 47900 Portola Ave, Palm Desert, CA 92260 Finalist: Children's Discovery Museum 71701 Gerald Ford Dr, Rancho Mirage, CA 92270 Brandini Toffee Factory Tour 42250 Bob Hope Dr, Rancho Mirage, CA 92270  |
| UClean Cleans Them All With Its Franchise Model - Entrepreneur Posted: 30 Dec 2019 10:14 PM PST  UClean founder Arunabh Sinha highlights his strategy which has made his brand irresistible for franchises. 3 min read Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. You're reading Entrepreneur India, an international franchise of Entrepreneur Media. Within three years, UClean has become the largest laundry chain in the country. While sharing his ambitious plans to have brand stores in every locality, Arunabh Sinha, Founder, UClean, highlights his strategy which has made his brand irresistible for franchises. What is the strategy that has helped UClean become a success story? Most of the organised players entered this space on the 'aggregation' model which has always been the preferred business model for startups across sectors. However, the laundry segment is not cut out for aggregation. Being highly fragmented with low ticket size business, finding professional vendors is extremely difficult. Moreover, low ticket size revenue distribution between the aggregator and the vendor makes it challenging. In addition, lack of professional vendors implies that despite the best efforts of the aggregator, customer delight would be a challenge as the major chunk is controlled by the vendor. However, we were clear that laundry is a hyper-local business which requires small neighbourhood shops to offer doorstep services in their vicinity. Hence, we created the mini format laundry store model which entails an investment of less than Rs 20 lakhs. What are the factors which make your brand irresistible for franchisees? Given the challenging times the economy is going through, investors are looking at fail-safe businesses which do not involve high operating costs and can quickly become cash flow-positive. Laundry is an essential service based on daily needs. It involves daily cash flows, minimal operating expenses, and has a very high consumer purchase frequency, where each customer typically comes back every week to avail the services. Being a neighbourhood laundry concept, rentals and setup costs remain under control with space requirement as low as 150 sq. feet. The business is largely subscription-based with monthly, quarterly or annual packages. Hence, customer acquisition cost is generally low and solid returns start coming within 6-7 months of going live. Almost 20% of our franchises are multi-unit operators and we will double this percentage in the next three years. How do you see ChemDry complementing UClean's business? Chem Dry is the largest surface cleaning brand in the world which has been expanding rapidly across the globe, riding on its patented Hydro Carbon Extraction (HCE) technology. It specialises in cleaning of upholstery, carpet and homes, with a demonstrated experience of 40+ years and presence across 50+ countries. We have recently bagged the pan- India master franchise and exclusive development rights to build the brand in India. This partnership will help us realise our vision to become a one-stop-shop for all cleaning requirements inside a household. As the focus customers are same for both the brands, we will leverage on the UClean franchises for business development. Could you elaborate about your achievements and expansion plans? Over the last 12-18 months, we have rapidly increased our reach into the Tier II and III cities, while firming our presence in Tier I cities. We have become the largest laundry chain in the country by on-boarding 180 franchises. Owing to this growth, we have seen a healthy 25% increase in year-on-year revenues. In fact, our 12-month old stores are grossing average sales of Rs 2.5-3 lakhs per month per unit. Given India's size and the neighbourhood-based format, there is potential for setting up UClean store in every locality. On an immediate basis, we are looking at a 50% annual growth and are targeting to have 400+ franchises by 2021. FRANCHISE FACTS Established: 2016 Franchising since: 2017 Total outlets: 180+ Investment: Rs 15-20 lakh Area: 150-250 sq ft Break-even: 12-18 months Expansion: Pan-India, Global |
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