AY’s Best of 2022
After more than 100,000 nominations and votes cast by our readers, the results are in for AY’s Best of 2022. The following pages are who you selected to represent the “Best” of what Arkansas has to offer — from beauty and health to people and places, and everything in between.
Congratulations to this year’s class!
Don’t miss our virtual event announcing the winners in each category on May 2, hosted by Heather Baker and 103.7 The Buzz’s David Bazzel, Roger Scott and RJ Hawk.
Special thanks to our partners for this year’s awards celebrations:
Party Time Rental and Events | Good Eatin’ Arkansas | Just Peachy | Rusty Tractor Vineyards | CWP Productions | Morning Mayhem on 103.7 The Buzz | Tipton & Hurst
Beauty & Health
Allergy Clinic
Advanced Allergy & Asthma
Arkansas Asthma & Allergy Clinic
Little Rock Allergy & Asthma
Assisted Living Facility
Fox Ridge
Presbyterian Village
Superior Conway
Audiology
Arkansas Otolaryngology Center
Little Rock Audiology
Pinnacle Hearing
Cardiology Clinic
Arkansas Heart Hospital Clinic
Baptist Health Heart Institute
Conway Regional Cardiovascular Clinic
Chiropractor
Blackmon Chiropractic Clinic
Natural State Health Center
Pain Care Associates
Cosmetic Dentist
Dr. DJ Dailey, Smile Dailey
Dr. Lee Wyant, Smile Arkansas
Dr. Montgomery “Monty” Heathman, Heathman Family Dental
Cosmetic Surgeon
Dr. Suzanne Yee, Cosmetic & Laser Surgery Center
Dr. Byron Wilkes, McFarland Eye Care
Dr. Michael Devlin, Devlin Cosmetic Surgery
Dentist
Dr. Montgomery “Monty” Heathman, Heathman Family Dental
Dr. Scott Hill, HMS Dental
Dr. Tommy Inman, Inman Family Dental Clinic
Dermatology Clinic
Arkansas Dermatology
Little Rock Dermatology
Pinnacle Dermatology
Dr. Owned Hospital / Facility
Arkansas Surgical Hospital
Arkansas Urology
OrthoArkansas
Esthetician
Ashley Valdez, Beauty From Ash Spa & Boutique
Meredith Post, Glow Aesthetics
Natalie Sanderson, Lasercare Skin Clinic
Family Clinic
ARcare Carlisle
Little Rock Family Practice
Throneberry Family Clinic
Family Dentist
Dr. DJ Dailey, Smile Dailey
Dr. Montgomery “Monty” Heathman, Heathman Family Dental
Dr. Randy Machen, Little Rock Family Dental Care
Foot & Ankle Surgery
Dr. Chelsea Mathews, UAMS Orthopedic Clinic
Dr. James Head, Conway Orthopaedic & Sports Medicine Clinic (COSMC)
Dr. Larry Nguyen, Bowen Hefley Orthopedics
Gastroenterology Clinic
Arkansas Diagnostic Center
Conway Regional Gastroenterology Center
GastroArkansas
Hair Salon
Caracalla Salon and Body Spa
Red Beauty Lounge
Salon Platinum
Hand Surgery
Dr. Jay Howell, Conway Orthopedic & Sports Medicine Center (COSMC)
Dr. Jeanine Andersson, OrthoArkansas
Dr. Jesse Abeler, Bowen Hefley Orthopedics
Health Coach
Audrey-Ana Taylor, Conway Regional Health & Fitness Center
Stephanie Newcomb, Unleashed Health and Fitness
Lindsey Black, Onyx Fitness
Hospice
Arkansas Hospice
Hospice Home Care
Kindred Hospice
Hospital
Baptist Health
Conway Regional Health System
UAMS
In-Home Care
Conway Regional HomeCare
Elder Independence
Superior Senior Care
Massage Therapist
Leigh Ann Warriner, MMT, Oasis Massage Therapy
Michelle Speidel Cox, LMT, Omnis Rehab Joint and Performance Center
Miesia Tull, Blackmon Chiropractic Clinic
Medical Spa/Nonsurgical Cosmetic Clinic
Arkansas Aesthetics
Elevation Med Spa
Sei Bella Med Spa
Memory Care Facility
Memory Care of Little Rock at Good Shepherd
Superior Senior Care
Woodland Heights
Mental Health Facility
Argenta Counseling
Indigo Counseling
The BridgeWay
Neurologist
Dr. Robert Archer, UAMS
Dr. Keith Schluterman, Conway Regional Neuroscience Center
Dr. Tim Freyaldenhoven, Conway Regional Neuroscience Center
Neurosurgeon
Dr. Regan Gallaher, Conway Regional Neuroscience Center
Dr. Ali Krisht, CHI St. Vincent Arkansas Neuroscience Institute
Dr. Analiz Rodriguez, UAMS
Nurse Injector
Hailey Smith, RN, Little Rock Plastic Surgery
Kelsey Harrell, RN, BSN, Elevation Med Spa
Paige Kelly, RN, BSN, Wright Plastic Surgery
Nurse Practitioner
Ebonye Greene, APRN, UAMS
Lisa Grummer, APRN, Cornerstone Clinic for Women
Stacey Johnson, APRN, Conway Regional Maternal-Fetal Medicine Center of Arkansas
Nursing Home
Briarwood Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
Sherwood Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
Superior Health & Rehab
OB/GYN Clinic
Conway Regional Renaissance Women’s Center
Cornerstone Clinic For Women
West Little Rock Women’s Center
Oncologist
Dr. Patrick Travis, Highlands Oncology
Dr. Rachana Yendala, Conway Regional Multispecialty Clinic
Dr. Sanjay Maraboyina, UAMS Cancer Center
Ophthalmology Clinic
BoozmanHof
Harvey & Bernice Jones Eye Institute
McFarland Eye Care
Optometrist
Dr. Leigh Cox, Conway Family Eye Care
Dr. Russell Simmons, Simmons Eye Care
Dr. Thomas Chwe, McFarland Eye Care
Orthodontist
Owen Orthodontics
Wardlaw Orthodontics
Westrock Orthodontics
Orthopedic Group
Bowen Hefley Orthopedics
Conway Regional Health System
UAMS Orthopaedics
Orthopedist
Dr. Larry Nguyen, Bowen Hefley Orthopedics
Dr. W. Scott Bowen, Bowen Hefley Orthopedics
Dr. William Hefley Jr., Bowen Hefley Orthopedics
Pain Specialist
Arkansas Spine and Pain
Conway Regional Advanced Pain Management Center
Mocek Spine Clinic
Pediatric Clinic
All for Kids Pediatric Clinic
Little Rock Children’s Clinic
Little Rock Pediatric Clinic
Pediatric Dentist
Conway Pediatric Dental Group
Kitchens’ Pediatric Dentistry
Small Bites Pediatric Dentistry
Permanent Cosmetics
Belle & Blush
EK Professionals
Orchid Skin Company
Physical Therapist
Beth Anne Travis, PT, DPT, PRPC, Arkansas Pelvic Health
Beth Milligan, MSPT, CSCS, Conway Regional Therapy Center – Scherman Heights
Steve Longinotti, MSPT, Bowen Hefley Orthopedics
Place to Have a Baby
Baptist Health Medical Center
Conway Regional Health System
UAMS
Plastic Surgeon
Dr. Edward Love, Plastic Surgery & Skin Solutions
Dr. Eric Wright, Wright Plastic Surgery
Dr. Michael Spann, Little Rock Plastic Surgery
Podiatrist
Dr. Aaron Seiter, Seiter Foot & Ankle Specialists
Dr. Jesse Burks, Bowen Hefley Orthopedics
Dr. Naval Patel, CHI St. Vincent Little Rock Diagnostic Clinic
Prosthetics
Horton’s Orthotics & Prosthetics
New Hope Prosthetics & Orthotics
Snell Prosthetics & Orthotics
Psychiatrist
Dr. Andreya Reed, R&H Wellness
Dr. Annette Anderson, Conway Regional Counseling Center
Dr. Jessica Coker, UAMS
Radiologist
Dr. Bryan Jennings, Saline Memorial Hospital
Dr. Daniel Clark, Conway Regional Medical Center
Dr. Keith Bell, Radiology Associates, PA
Rehabilitation Hospital
Baptist Health Rehabilitation Institute
Conway Regional Rehabilitation Hospital
Lake Hamilton Health & Rehab
Retirement Community
Chenal Pines Retirement Resort
Mt. Carmel Community
Villas of Chenal
Spa
Ava Bella Day Spa
Rejuvenation Clinic Day Spa
The Floating Lotus
Specialty Hospital
Arkansas Surgical Hospital
Cornerstone Specialty Hospitals
Willow Creek Women’s Hospital
Sports Medicine Clinic
Bowen Hefley Orthopedics
Conway Orthopedics & Sports Medicine Center (COSMC)
OrthoArkansas
Surgeon
Dr. Ali Krisht, CHI St. Vincent Arkansas Neuroscience Institute
Dr. Anthony Manning, Conway Regional Health System
Dr. Lewis Porter, Saline Surgical Associates
Surgeon (Lower Extremity)
Dr. C. Lowry Barnes, UAMS
Dr. James Head, Conway Orthopedic & Sports Medicine Center (COSMC)
Dr. Larry Nguyen, Bowen Hefley Orthopedics
Surgeon (Upper Extremity)
Dr. Jay Howell, Conway Orthopedic & Sports Medicine Center (COSMC)
Dr. Jesse Abeler, Bowen Hefley Orthopedics
Dr. Richard Wirges, OrthoArkansas
Tattoo Parlor
7th Street Tattoo and Piercing
Love Spell Tattoo
Nomis TA2
Therapist
Katie Walker, LCSW, Indigo Counseling
Margaret Ann Standridge, LCSW, Indigo Counseling
Monique Myers, LCSW, Chenal Family Therapy
Urology Clinic
Arkansas Children’s
Arkansas Urology
Washington Regional Ozark Urology
Clothing
Children’s Clothing
Doodlebug’s & Grow Children’s Boutique
Tantrums
The Toggery
Local Men’s Clothing
Baumans Fine Men’s Clothing
Gearhead Outfitters
Mr. Wicks
Local Women’s Clothing
Box Turtle
Twisted Attitude Boutique
Whimsy Whoo
Dining
Asian Fusion
Bulgogi Korean BBQ
Kemuri
Three Fold Noodles + Dumpling Co.
Bakery
Community Bakery
PattiCakes Bakery
SugarDumplin’s Cupcakes
BBQ
Hoots BBQ
Smokin’ Buns
Whole Hog Cafe
Breakfast
At The Corner
Stoby’s Restaurant
The Root Cafe
Brunch
Lost Forty Brewing
Purple Onion
U.S. Pizza Co.
Burger
Big Orange
David’s Burgers
DeLuca’s Pizza
Caterer
Eat My Catfish
Good Eatin’ Arkansas
Riverside Grocery & Catering
Catfish
Eat My Catfish
Riverside Grocery & Catering
Soul Fish Cafe
Cheese Dip
Heights Taco & Tamale Co.
Mexico Chiquito
Stoby’s Restaurant
Cocktails
Allsopp & Chapple
Local Lime
Petit & Keet
Coffee Shop
Brew YaYa Coffee + Roaster
Mugs Cafe
Nexus Coffee & Creative
Creole/Cajun
Maddie’s Place
Mike’s Place
The Faded Rose
Dessert
Charlotte’s Eats & Sweets
PattiCakes Bakery
Trio’s Restaurant
Dining for Kids
Big Orange
The Purple Cow
Rock N Roll Sushi
Fine Dining
Arthur’s Prime Steakhouse
Cache Restaurant
Sonny Williams’ Steak Room
Food Truck
Delta Biscuit Co.
Tacos Godoy
The Croissanterie
Italian
Bruno’s Little Italy
DeLuca’s Pizza
Pasta Grill
Mexican
Baja Grill
Heights Taco & Tamale Co.
Local Lime
Pizza
DeLuca’s Pizza
US Pizza Co.
Valhalla :: Kitchen + Bar
Restaurant (General)
Chicken Salad Chick
Cypress Social
Roots Restaurant
Restaurant (Newly Opened)
Camp Taco
The Grumpy Rabbit
TopDog Hot Dog Company
Seafood
Fisherman’s Wharf
Oceans at Arthur’s
The Oyster Bar
Special Occasion
501 Prime
Cypress Social
Table 28
Steak
Arthur’s Prime Steakhouse
Doe’s Eat Place
Red Oak Steakhouse
Sushi
Kemuri
Oceans at Arthur’s
Rock N Roll Sushi
Entertainment & Leisure
Art Gallery
Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts
Cantrell Gallery
Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art
Casino
Choctaw Casino & Resort
Oaklawn Racing Casino Resort
Saracen Casino Resort
Cigar Lounge
Cache Restaurant
Cigar Republic
West End
Concert Venue
Simmons Bank Arena
Stickyz Rock ‘N’ Roll Chicken Shack
Walmart AMP
Event Venue
Robinson Performance Hall
Rusty Tractor Vineyards
The Hall
Family Attraction
Little Rock Zoo
Mid-America Science Museum
Museum of Discovery
Festival/Fair
Hillcrest Harvestfest
International Greek Food Festival
Wild Wines at Little Rock Zoo
Hotel
Oaklawn Racing Casino Resort
The Capital Hotel
The Waters
Live Theater
Murry’s Dinner Playhouse
The Rep
Walton Arts Center
Local Tourist Attraction
Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art
Garvan Woodland Gardens
Turpentine Creek Wildlife Refuge
Museum
Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art
Museum of Discovery
The Momentary
Park
Buffalo National River
Garvan Woodland Gardens
Petit Jean State Park
Resort
Big Cedar Lodge
Gaston’s White River Resort
Oaklawn Racing Casino Resort
Seasonal Attraction
GloWILD at the Little Rock Zoo
Motley’s Pumpkin Patch and Tree Farm
Oaklawn Racing Casino Resort
Whiskey Bar
Allsopp & Chapple
Capital Bar & Grill
The Ohio Club
Home, Home Services & Finance
Accounting Firm
Frost, PLLC
HCJ CPAs & Advisors
Todd & Associates CPAs
Bank
Arvest Bank
Centennial Bank
Simmons Bank
Credit Union
Arkansas Federal Credit Union
Telcoe Federal Credit Union
TruService Community FCU
Electrical Company
Conway Corporation
First Electric Cooperative
Gary Houston Electric Company
Fabrics & Draperies
Cynthia East Fabrics
Made in the Shade
Stitchin’ Post
Home Accessories
HOWSE
mertinsdykehome
Park Hill Home
Home Builder
KellCo Custom Homes
Parkinson Building Group
River Rock Builders
Home Contractor/ Repair/ Remodeling
Kitchen Tune-Up
Scott Lucas Construction & Custom Homes
Top Notch Home Services
Home Security
Beyond Sound & Security
Conway Corporation
Triple-S Alarm Co.
Insurance Firm
Brooke Brolo, Allstate
Charlotte Potts, State Farm
Crum Insurance Agency
Meadors, Adams & Lee
Interior Designer
Debi Davis Interior Design
Garry Mertins Design
Hunt Design Group
Investment Firm
Cassandra Rector, Edward Jones
Legacy Capital Group
Stephens Inc.
Kitchen Store/Supply
Eggshells Kitchen Co.
Kitchen Tune-Up
The Kitchen Store & More
Lawn Care
Arkansas Lawn Enforcement
Fairway Lawns
The Good Earth Garden Center
Mortgage Lender
Centennial Bank
IBERIABANK Mortgage/First Horizon
Simmons Bank
Real Estate Agent
Brandy Harp
Casey Jones
Mitsy Tharp
Real Estate Company
Jon Underhill Real Estate
The Janet Jones Company
The Property Group
Solar Power
Delta Solar
Sunpro Solar
Today’s Power
Swimming Pools
Diamond Pools of Arkansas
Elite Pools by Aloha
Jeff Self Pools & Spas
Kids & Education
Community College
National Park College
University of Arkansas – Pulaski Technical College
University of Arkansas Community College at Morrilton
Private College
Harding University
Hendrix College
Ouachita Baptist University
Private School
Baptist Preparatory School
Little Rock Christian Academy
Little Rock Montessori School
Public School
Bryant School District
Don R. Roberts Elementary School
Little Rock Central High School
Public University
University of Arkansas at Little Rock
University of Arkansas
University of Central Arkansas
Special Education School
ACCESS
Easterseals Academy at Riverdale
Pediatrics Plus
Media
Advertising Agency
GWL Advertising
Inuvo
Stone Ward
Columnist or Reporter
Dwain Hebda
Max Brantley
Rex Nelson
Marketing Consultant
Amanda Propst, Inuvo
Melissa Thoma, Thoma Thoma
Vines/Brookshire
Radio Personality
Heather Harris Brown, Alice 107.7
Roger Scott, 103.7 The Buzz
Tre’ Day, Power 92 Jams
TV Personality
Beth Hunt, KATV-Channel 7
Craig O’Neill, KTHV-Channel 11
DJ Williams, KARK-Channel 4
Weather Person
Melinda Mayo, KATV-Channel 7
Todd Yakoubian, KATV-Channel 7
Tom Brannon, KTHV-Channel 11
People & Places
Fundraiser
Arkansas Sheriffs’ Youth Ranches Arkansas Children’s Award Dinner
Chocolate Fantasy Ball
Wowapalooza
Person of the Year
David Bazzel, 103.7 The Buzz
Matt Troup, Conway Regional Health System
Sam Pittman, Arkansas Razorbacks Football
Place to Worship
Fellowship Bible Church
New Life Church
The Church at Rock Creek
Wedding Venue
Cross Iron Cottage
Garvan Woodland Gardens
Rusty Tractor Vineyards
Services
Architect
Bram Keahey, TAGGART Architects
Greg Archer, Garver
Rik Sowell, Sowell Architects
Auctioneer
Blackmon Auctions
Gaylen McGee
Wilson Auctioneers
Customer Service
Arthur’s Prime Steakhouse
Chick-fil-A
David’s Burgers
Dog Groomer
Hounds Lounge Pet Resort & Spa
The Doggie Spa
Wags and Whiskers
Doggy Day Care
Chenal Pet Palace
Hounds Lounge Pet Resort & Spa
Hounds’ Hideaway
Dry Cleaner
Crestwood Cleaners
Hangers Cleaners
Oak Forest Cleaners & Laundry
Funeral Home
A Natural State Funeral Service
Roller Funeral Homes
Smith Family Funeral Homes
Heating & A/C Service
Dash Heating & Cooling
Freyaldenhoven Heating and Cooling
Middleton Heat and Air
Housekeeping
Affordable Cleaning with Katie
Merry Maids
Molly Maid
Jewelry Designer
Bang-Up Betty
G.Spinelli Jewelry
Sissy’s Log Cabin
Law Firm
Friday, Eldredge & Clark, LLP
Law Offices of Katherine E. Blackmon
Taylor King Law
Marketing Firm
Inuvo
Lauren Ramsey, Puzzle Piece Media
Stone Ward
Nonprofit
Junior Achievement of Arkansas
Ronald McDonald House Charities of Arkansas
Women’s Own Worth
Party Planning/Products/Rentals
Just Peachy
Party Time Rental and Events
Tipton & Hurst
Pest Control
Curry’s Termite, Pest & Animal Control
Legacy Termite and Pest Control
The Bug Man
Photographer
Jason Masters
Joel’s Photography
Sydney Rasch
Promotional Services
Digital Print & Imaging
Southern Branding
Trivia Marketing
Seasonal Designer
Ari Fason
Silks A Bloom
Tipton & Hurst
Siding/Windows/Roofing
Cornerstone Construction
Pella Windows & Doors
Wilson’s Home Improvement
Special Events Planner
Ari Fason
Gretchen Larkan
Shelia Vaught
Veterinarian
Doubletree Veterinary Clinic
Hillcrest Animal Hospital
Lake Hamilton Animal Hospital
Video Production
360 Filmworks
CWP Productions
Dave Creek Media
Web Design
Rock City Digital
Stone Ward
Web Monster
Shopping
Arkansas Handmade Products
Bathhouse Soapery
Fischer’s Honey
Truth Sauce
Boutique
Paisley Sisters
The Humble Thread
Wooden Creations and More!
Bridal Store
Low’s Bridal
The Bridal Cottage
Unveiled Bridal Collection
CBD Store
Fractal Branch Botanicals
Healing Hemp of Arkansas
Heights Apothecary & Hemp Co.
Consignment Store
Clothes Mentor
Rhea Lana’s
Yours Truly Consignment, Inc.
Eyewear
Burrow’s & Mr. Frank’s Optical
McFarland Eye Care
Simmons Eye Care
Flooring
Akel’s Carpet One Floor & Home
C & F Flooring and Rug Gallery
River City Flooring
Florist
Petal to the Metal Floristry
Tanarah Luxe Floral
Tipton & Hurst
Furniture
Down South
Hank’s Fine Furniture
mertinsdykehome
Garden Center
Hocott’s Garden Center
Plantopia
The Good Earth Garden Center
Gift Store
Haynes Ace Hardware
The Crown Shop
Tipton & Hurst
Grocery Store
Heights Corner Market
Edward’s Food Giant
Me & McGee Market
Home Improvement Store
Fuller and Son Hardware
Haynes Ace Hardware
Whit Davis Lumber Plus
Jewelry Store
Jones & Son Diamond & Bridal Fine Jewelry
Lauray’s The Diamond Center
Sissy’s Log Cabin
Outdoor Living
Haynes Ace Hardware
Congo Fireplace & Patio
Ken Rash’s of Arkansas
Shopping Center
Conway Commons
Pinnacle Hills Promenade
The Promenade at Chenal
Spirits
Brewpub
Flyway Brewing
Lost Forty Brewing
Superior Bathhouse Brewery
Happy Hour
Heights Taco & Tamale Co.
Rock Town Distillery
Sauced Bar and Oven
Liquor Store
Grapevine Wines & Spirits
Lake Liquor
Legacy Wine and Spirits
Sports
Fitness Center/Gym
Conway Regional Health & Fitness Center
Jolly Bodies
McClure Fitness
Golf Course
Maumelle Country Club
Pleasant Valley Country Club
Rebsamen Park Golf Course
Personal Trainer
Brooke Walker, 365 Fitness
Lee Ann Jolly and Burke Jolly, Jolly Bodies
Mallory Lefler, Conway Regional Health & Fitness Center
Sporting Goods Store
Fort Thompson Sporting Goods
Gearhead Outfitters
Ozark Outdoor Supply
Top Employers
Boss
Janet Jones, The Janet Jones Company
Nicole Hurst, Superior Senior Care
Rebekah Fincher, Conway Regional Health System
Chief Executive Officer
Howard Hurst, Tipton & Hurst
Matt Troup, Conway Regional Health System
Richard Howe, Inuvo
Chief Financial Officer
Jon Dor, Museum of Discovery
Kim Adams, Sissy’s Log Cabin
Troy Brooks, Conway Regional Health System
Overall Company
Bowen Hefley Orthopedics
Conway Regional Health System
Superior Senior Care
Place to Work
Bowen Hefley Orthopedics
Conway Regional Health System
Superior Senior Care
Vehicles Dealers and Services
Auto Dealership Service Department
Parker Lexus
Red River Dodge Chrysler Jeep
Russell Chevrolet
Auto Glass Repair
Capitol Glass Company
Discount Auto Glass
Safelite AutoGlass
Auto/Truck Accessories
Forestwood Automotive Squarebodys & More
Goodsell Truck Accessories
Mud Connection
Boat/Marine Dealership
Bradford Marine & ATV
Futrell Marine
Gregg Orr Marine Hot Springs
Car Salesman
Jason Koon, Mark McLarty Ford
Michael Hopkins, Parker Cadillac
Patti Railey, Mercedes-Benz of Little Rock
New Car Dealership
Parker Lexus
Russell Chevrolet
Subaru of Little Rock
RV Dealership
Kiko’s Kountry RV
Moix RV Supercenter
Razorback Camper Sales
Tire Center
All About Tire & Brake Tire Pros
Austin Brothers Tire & Service
Discount Tire
Used Car Dealership
Bale Chevrolet
Bill Fitts Auto Sales
Cowboy Dealerships
Window Tint
Arkansas Window Tint
D & D Sun Control
SunStop Window Tinting
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