The votes have been counted, and we are (finally) proud to present our Best of 2020 list to you — our readers who so faithfully voted for your favorites this year.
James Corden announced the winners in a virtual ceremony last month, and we hope to have a few more spectacular tricks up our sleeve when we present next year’s winners.
Congratulations to this year’s class!
HEALTH
Allergy Clinic
Arkansas Allergy & Asthma Clinic
Assisted Living Facility
Briarwood Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
Audiology Clinic
Miracle-Ear
Best Spa
Ava Bella Day Spa
Cardiology
Arkansas Heart Hospital
Chiropractic Clinic
Blackmon Chiropractic
Cosmetic Dentist
Dr. D.J. Dailey, Smile Dailey
Cosmetic Surgeon
Suzanne Yee, M.D., Cosmetic & Laser Surgery
Dental Practice
Heathman Family and Cosmetic Dentistry
Dermatology Clinic
Arkansas Dermatology
Best Doctor-Owned Hospital
Arkansas Surgical Hospital
Family Practice
Little Rock Family Practice Clinic
Gastroenterology Clinic
Premier Gastroenterology
Hair Salon
OOH La La Salon
Hospital
Conway Regional Health System
In-Home Care
Elder Independence Home Care
Massage Therapist
Rejuvenation Clinic & Day Spa
Medical Spa/Nonsurgical Cosmetic Clinic
Sei Bella Med Spa
Memory Care Facility
Salem Place Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
Mental Health Facility
The BridgeWay
Neurosurgery
CHI St. Vincent, Arkansas Neuroscience Institute
Nurse Practitioner
Meghan Mallett, APRN, Conway Regional
Nursing Home
Superior Health and Rehab
OB/GYN
Cornerstone Clinic for Women
Oncologist
Lawrence Mendelsohn, M.D., CARTI Cancer Center
Ophthalmology Clinic
McFarland Eye Care
Optometrist
McFarland Eye Care
Orthodontist
Phelan Orthodontics
Orthopedic Group
Bowen Hefley Orthopedics
Orthopedist
William F. Hefley Jr., M.D., FAAOS
Pain Center
Advanced Spine and Pain Centers
Pediatric Clinic
Little Rock Pediatric Clinic
Pediatric Dentist
Kitchens’ Pediatric Dentistry
Physical Therapist
Debbie Williamson, MSPT,
Bowen Hefley Orthopedics
Place to Have a Baby
Conway Regional Health System
Plastic Surgeon
Michael Spann, M.D., Little Rock Plastic Surgery
Prosthetics/Ocularist
Snell Prosthetics & Orthotics
Radiology Company
Radiology Associates, P.A. (RAPA)
Retirement Community
Presbyterian Village
Sports Medicine Clinic
Conway Orthopaedic &
Sports Medicine Center
Surgeon
Ali Krisht, M.D., FACS
Urology Clinic
Arkansas Urology
CLOTHING
Local Men’s Clothing
Gearhead Outfitters
Local Women’s Clothing
Indigo
DINING
Asian Fusion
Three Fold Noodles +
Dumpling Co.
Bakery
Community Bakery
BBQ
Whole Hog Café
Breakfast
The Buttered Biscuit
Brunch
Lost Forty Brewing
Burger
David’s Burgers
Caterer
Gina’s Catering
Catfish
Eat My Catfish
Cheese Dip
Stoby’s Restaurant
Cocktails
Capital Bar and Grill
Dessert
Loblolly Creamery
Dining for Kids
The Purple Cow Restaurant
Favorite Restaurant
The Faded Rose
Fine Dining
Arthur’s Prime Steakhouse
Food Truck
YGFBFKitchen
Italian
Bruno’s Little Italy
Mexican Food
Heights Taco & Tamale Co.
New Restaurant
Roots Restaurant
Pizza
U.S. Pizza Co.
Seafood
Ocean’s at Arthurs
Special Occasion
Samantha’s Tap Room and
Wood Grill
Steak
Doe’s Eat Place
ENTERTAINMENT AND LEISURE
Art Gallery
Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art
Casino
Oaklawn Racing Casino Resort
Concert Venue
Robinson Performance Hall
Event Venue
William J. Clinton Presidential Library and Museum
Family Attraction
Little Rock Zoo
Festival/Fair/Event
Wild Wines at the Zoo
Hotel
Capital Hotel
Live Theater
Arkansas Repertory Theatre
Local Tourist Attraction
Buffalo River Outfitters
Museum
Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art
Park
Petit Jean State Park
Resort
Mountain Harbor Resort & Spa
Seasonal Attraction
Garvan Woodland Gardens
HOME, HOME SERVICES AND FINANCE
Accounting Firm
HoganTaylor
Bank
Arvest Bank
Credit Union
Arkansas Federal Credit Union
Electrical Company/Electricians
Gary Houston Electric
Fabrics & Draperies
Cynthia East Fabrics
Home Accessories
mertinsdykehome
Home Builder
Richard Harp Homes
Home Contractor/Repair/Remodeling
Scott Lucas Construction &
Custom Homes
Home Security
Advanced Alarm Technologies
Insurance Firm
Brooke Brolo, Allstate
Interior Designer
Garry Mertins, Garry Mertins Design
Investment Firm
Stephens Inc.
Kitchen Store/Supply
The Kitchen Store & More
Lawn Care
Fairway Lawns
Mortgage Lender
Simmons Bank
Real Estate Agent
Brandy Harp, Jon Underhill
Real Estate
Real Estate Company
Jon Underhill Real Estate
Swimming Pools
Elite Pools by Aloha
KIDS AND EDUCATION
Community College
University of Arkansas – Pulaski Technical College
Private School
Little Rock Christian Academy
Public School
Conway Public Schools
Public University
University of Central Arkansas
MEDIA
Advertising Agency
CJRW
Columnist or Reporter
Kevin Shalin, The Mighty Rib
Radio Personality
Poolboy, Alice 107.7
TV Personality
Craig O’Neill, KTHV
Weather Person
Todd Yakoubian, KATV
PEOPLE AND PLACES
Person of the Year
Matt Troup, Conway Regional
Place to Worship
New Life Church
Wedding Venue
Rusty Tractor Vineyards
SERVICES
Architect
TAGGART Architects
Auction
Blackmon Auctions
Customer Service
Chick-fil-A
Dry Cleaner
Schickel’s Cleaners
Funeral Home
Roller-Chenal Funeral Home
Heating & AC Service
Freyaldenhoven Heating and Cooling
Housekeeping
Molly Maid of Greater
Little Rock/NWA
Law Firm
Taylor King Law
Nonprofit
Project Zero
Party Planning/
Products/Rentals
Party Time Rental and Events
Pest Control
Delta Pest Control
Siding/Windows/Roofing
Wilson’s Home Improvement Company
Veterinarian
Hillcrest Animal Hospital
SHOPPING
Arkansas Handmade Products
Aromatique
Bridal Store
Low’s Bridal & Formal
Consignment Store
Fashion Exchange
Eyewear
McFarland Eye Care
Flooring Store
Lumber One Home Center
Florist
Tipton & Hurst
Furniture
Hank’s Fine Furniture
Garden Center
The Good Earth Garden Center
Gift Store
Haynes ACE Hardware
Grocery Store
The Bramble Market
Home Improvement Store
Fuller & Son Hardware
Jewelry Store
Sissy’s Log Cabin
Outdoor Living
Congo Fireplace & Patio
Shopping Center
The Promenade at Chenal
SPIRITS
Brewpub
Lost Forty Brewing
Happy Hour
Local Lime
Liquor Store
Legacy Wine and Spirits
SPORTS
Fitness Center/Gym
Conway Regional Health & Fitness Center
Golf Course
Pleasant Valley Country Club
Personal Trainer
Stephanie Newcomb, Unleashed Health & Fitness
Sporting Goods Store
Fort Thompson Sporting Goods
TOP EMPLOYERS
Best Boss
Bill Greene,
Premier Gastroenterology
Best Overall Company
Conway Regional Health System
Best Place to Host a Work Event
Capital Hotel
VEHICLES, DEALER AND AUTO ACCESSORIES
Auto Accessories
Mud Connection 4×4
Auto Dealer Service Department
Everett Buick GMC
Auto Glass Repair
Capitol Glass Company
Boat/Marine Dealer
Bradford Marine & ATV
Car Salesman
Jason Koon, Crain Automotive
New Car Dealer
Honda World of Conway
Pre-Owned Dealer
Russell Chevrolet
RV Dealer
Moix RV Supercenter
Tire Center
All About Tire & Brake Tire Pros
Window Tint
SunStop Window Tinting
Thank you to all our readers who voted for AY’s Best of 2020! We look forward to AY’s Best of 2021 starting in January with the nomination round.
