All Services - Readers Poll

Barbershop

Birds Barbershop

Finalists: Barbershop 808, Common Space Barbershop, Noble Nest Barbershop, Olde Soul Barbershop

“Great staff, real barbers, free drinks – total banger!” – Alexander Traugott

Salon

Swamp Mermaid Beauty Project

Finalists: Apotheca, Hair House ATX, Knotty ATX, Layne & Co. Salon

“They are SO cool and SO Austin.” – Arielle Garcia

Spa

Viva Day Spa + Med Spa

Finalists: Ceremony Spa, Milk + Honey, Muse MedSpa, Spa Sway

“They have the best prices, staff, and products. I even love their skin line and scents.” – Tijana Cirkovic

Massage

Viva Day Spa + Med Spa

Finalists: Ace of Cups Massage & Wellness, Ceremony Spa, Mantis Massage, Spa Sway

“Not too hard, not too soft. Just right.” – Leah McIntosh

Acupuncture

Moon Medicine Healing Arts

Finalists: Fawne Acupuncture & Aesthetics, Goodbody Wellness, Rosedale Acupuncture & Wellness, Sage Acupuncture

“Diana is a rare soul. Her energy is nothing short of magic and she knows exactly how to open you up to let your body do the healing.” – Nicole Ryan

Mani/Pedi

Cute Nail Studio

Finalists: Ashley Rubio (Ashley’s Little Nail Bar) at Salon Lofts, Clarissa Saucedo at Vibe Collective, Viva Day Spa + Med Spa, Queen Spa

“I love the vibes of Cute. They have the best nail techs!” – Melissa Milbrandt

Skin Care

Viva Day Spa + Med Spa

Finalists: Beaux MedSpa, Muse MedSpa, Potion, Spa Sway

“It’s immediately a relaxing feeling as soon as you walk in. The estheticians know exactly how to help this helpless guy with his skincare routine.” – Robert Schnetz

Lashes

The Lash Lounge

Finalists: Austin City Lashes, Austin Lash House, Blink Beauty, Luna Lash

“Absolutely love the Lash Lounge! I feel so comfortable going here and really look forward to my appointments.” – Shayla Williams

Wax

Sassy Miss Waxy

Finalists: Cat Sanchez at Swoon, ReWAXation, Sara Zamora Brows, Yours Truly Waxing

“Sassy Miss Waxy is the most welcoming and fabulous space! Woman owned, queer friendly, immaculate vibes, and pubes on FLEEK!” – Angela Polacheck

Tattoo

No Good Tattoo

Finalists: Dark Horse Tattoo ATX, Flying Tiger Tattoo, Patchwork Tattoo, Queer Audacity ATX

“Beautiful space, incredible artists.” – Chloe Kirkpatrick

Psychic/Tarot

Sister Temperance Tarot

Finalists: Austin Tarot Therapy, Heart Seed Healing, Mak Jagger Tarot, Snowy Rodeo Tarot

“It’s an ATX birthday ritual – take a dip in the springs, get your cards read by Sister Temperance.” – Kate Meehan

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Bike Shop/Repair

Yellow Bike Project

Finalists: Bike Farm, Clown Dog Bikes, Eastside Pedal Pushers, The Peddler Bike Shop

“Bikes for and by people.” – Frank Netscher

Auto Repair/Service

Dave’s Ultimate Automotive

Finalists: Buddha’s Garage, Flamingo Automotive, Juke Auto, Lugnuts Automotive

“When my Prius died on the I-35 upper deck, there was only place I wanted to go. Besides home.” – Eric Webb

Home Maintenance/Services

ABC Home & Commercial Services

Finalists: A Team Home Services, The Handyband Collective, IREP Junk Removal, Showroom Windows & Doors

“Professional and kind people, plus the owner gives back to the community.” – Heather Barfield

Lawn Care/Landscaping

ABC Home & Commercial Services

Finalists: Earthling Lawn Care, Gratefully Outdoors, Native Cottage Gardens, Wilder Tree Company

“Highly professional.” – Pamela Ellen Ferguson

Cleaning Services

The Purple Fig

Finalists: The Cleaning Authority of Austin, Maid Mama’s Cleaning, MoreHands Maid Service, Texas Green Clean

“They leave your house spotless and smelling amazing!” – Ngozi Ukazu

A/C Repair/Installation

Radiant Plumbing, Air Conditioning, & Electrical

Finalists: ABC Home & Commercial Services; Air Runs Services; Altruistic AC, Heating & Plumbing; SALT Service Co.

“Great service, friendly and professional technicians.” – Marty Nemec

Electrician

Radiant Plumbing, Air Conditioning, & Electrical

Finalists: A Team Home Services; SALT Service Co.; Stan’s Heating, Air, Plumbing & Electrical; TruTec Electric; Wilkins Electric Inc.

“Radiant is very professional & the work they do is OUTSTANDING!” – Mark Zuniga

Plumber

Radiant Plumbing, Air Conditioning, & Electrical

Finalists: Koala Cooling & Plumbing, Reliant Plumbing, SALT Service Co., Wilson Plumbing

“Great plumbers and wow whoever does the marketing.” – Dana Yanoshak

Roofer

Wilson Roofing

Finalists: Birdcreek Roofing, Ja-Mar Roofing & Sheet Metal, KangaRoof, Straight Solutions

“Adjuster denied my initial claim and Wilson Roofing took them to the fight. I got my roof.” – David Baldwin

Laundromat

SpinZone Laundry

Finalists: LaundroLab, The Laundry Spot, Michael A Laundromat, SpinCycle Coin Laundry (Guadalupe)

“Helped me when I was broke.” – Bill Stevenson

Dry Cleaner

Rick’s Cleaners

Finalists: EcoClean, Estrada’s Cleaners, Jack Brown Cleaners, Reid’s Cleaners & Laundry

“Great service, low prices, and great turnaround time. What else can I say?” – Sunny Kim

Tailor/Alterations

Ace Tailors

Finalists: The Art Alterations, Gassane Tailors, Ina Tailors

“Love how quick my alterations are done and the quality. They don’t look tailored, they look like they came that way!” – Kristen Lowman

Hotel

Hotel San José

Finalists: Austin Motel, Carpenter Hotel, Commodore Perry Estate, Hotel Saint Cecilia

“I’d live there if I could afford it.” – Roanna F.

Mover

Einstein Moving Company

Finalists: Fast Fietz Moving & Storage, MASH Movers, Square Cow Movers, Unicorn Moving and Storage

"Best movers ever on a hot summer day with a long walk involved. Not one complaint or 'gee lady' from them.” – Barbara Arnold

Lawyer

Cofer & Connelly

Finalists: Ard Ardalan (Ardalan Law Firm), Batrice Law Firm, Michael & Associates, Michael C. Morin

“Really hardworking and bright young lawyers.” – Ted Hughes

Veterinarian

Emancipet

Finalists: ASAP Vet, Bluebonnet Animal Hospital, PAZ Veterinary, South Austin Cat Hospital

“As someone with two dogs who are Emancipet alumni, I can’t thank them enough for being there when I needed the most support!” – Mayra Rios

Doggie Day Care

LOBO Austin

Finalists: Austin Dogtown, BHV Austin, Big Little Paws, Work & Woof

“LOBO employees treat me like family and they treat my dog the same. If my pup Keanu could stay there all day he would.” – Brittany DeSantiago

Pet Grooming

LOBO Austin

Finalists: Austin Dogtown, Barkin’ Creek Dog Kitchen & Bath, Midtown Groom & Board, Mod Mutt Salon

"They groom my dog so well that I wish I could personally get MY hair cut here!” – Rachel Immaraj

Wedding Venue

Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center

Finalists: The Contemporary Austin – Laguna Gloria, Camp Lucy, UMLAUF Sculpture Garden + Museum

“We had a completely magical wedding here. Our guests still talk about the venue years later!” – Ashley Essary

Services Wild Card

Found Sound ATX (rehearsal studio & creative space)

Finalists: EMBROGO (live embroidery activations), Scooter 911 (scooter parts & repair)

“Supporting artists.” – Imogen Nieves