2019 RoCo Gold People’s Choice Winners
The best of Rowan County, NC as voted by the people!
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Best American Cuisine
City Tavern
113 E Fisher St, Salisbury (704) 603-4656
www.citytavernsalisbury.com
Runner Up: Ivan’s Steakhouse
2nd Runner Up: Sweet Meadow
Best Italian Cuisine
Chef Santos
123 E Fisher St, Salisbury (704) 637-7144
facebook.com/Goodfellasbychefsantos/
Runner Up: Romano’s
2nd Runner Up: LaCava Restaurant
Best International Cuisine
Katana Japanese fusion
475 Jake Alexander Blvd W #101, Salisbury
(704) 636-0200 katanafusion.com
Runner Up: Sabaidee Thai
2nd Runner Up: Mambo Grill
Best Mexican Cuisine
El Patron
1030 Freeland Dr, Salisbury
(704) 636-5300 elpatronsalisburync.com
Runner Up: Casa Grande
2nd Runner Up: Monterrey Mexican Rest.
Best BBQ
College BBQ
117 Statesville Blvd, Salisbury
(704) 633-9953
Runner Up: Hendrix BBQ
2nd Runner Up: Smoke Pit
Best Bakery/Desserts
Country Donutz
475 Jake Alexander Blvd W #105
Salisbury (980) 330-3420
Runner Up: Abigail’s: A Cake Affair
2nd Runner Up: Krispy Kreme
Best Caterer
Debbie Suggs Catering
Salisbury; (704) 637-2016
Runner Up: Creative Gourmet Catering by Matt Trexler
2nd Runner Up: Chef Santos
Best Food Truck/Food Stand
The Hot Box
110 S Lee St., Salisbury
facebook.com/FoodTruckatTheFishBowl
Runner Up: Mise en place
2nd Runner Up: Yummi Banh Mi
Customer Service (Food)
Country Donutz
475 Jake Alexander Blvd W #105, Salisbury (980) 330-3420
Runner Up: College BBQ
2nd Runner Up: Chick-fil-A
Take-out Food
Katana
475 Jake Alexander Blvd W #101, Salisbury
Runner Up: The Hot Box
2nd Runner Up: Tokyo Express
Vegetarian
Sweet Meadow
105 E Fisher St, Salisbury, NC 28144 (704) 637-8715
Runner Up: Juice Life
2nd Runner Up: Katana Japanese
Patio/Outdoor Dining
Go Burrito
115 W Fisher St, Salisbury (704) 754-4755
goburrito.com
Runner Up: DJ’s
2nd Runner Up: City Tavern
Best Bar
The Fish Bowl
127 E Innes St, Salisbury (704) 762-9989
https://the-fish-bowl-bar.business.site
Runner Up: City Tavern
2nd Runner Up: DJs
Best Beer Selection
New Sarum Brewing Company
109 N Lee St, Salisbury (704) 310-5048
newsarumbrewing.com
Runner Up: City Tavern
2nd Runner Up: The Fish Bowl
Best Coffee
Koco Java Coffee & Roastery
329 N Main St, Salisbury (704) 630-1145
Runner Up: Mean Mug
2nd Runner Up: Starbucks
Best Wine Selection
Salisbury Wine Shop
106 S Main St, Salisbury (704) 636-5151
www.salisburywineshop.com
Runner Up: Morgan Ridge Brewery
2nd Runner Up: La Cava
Best Burger
City Tavern
116 N Main St, Salisbury (704) 633-5872
Runner Up: Hap’s
2nd Runner Up: Cook Out
Best Breakfast
Breakfast Time
1602 Jake Alexander Blvd., Salisbury
(704) 603-8032 www.breakfastimenc.com
Runner Up: Breakfast Time
2nd Runner Up: Hendrix BBQ
Best Brunch
Sweet Meadow
105 E Fisher St, Salisbury, NC 28144
(704) 637-8715
Runner Up: Breakfast Time
2nd Runner Up: La Cava Restaurant
Best Burrito
Go Burrito
115 W Fisher St, Salisbury (704) 754-4755
Runner Up: Monterrey Mexican Rest.
2nd Runner Up: El Patron
Best Deli/Sandwich
Sidewalk Deli
120 S Main St, Salisbury (704) 637-3354
Runner Up: Jersey Mike’s
2nd Runner Up: Troyer’s
Best Doughnuts
Country Donutz
475 Jake Alexander Blvd W #105 Salisbury
(980) 330-3420
Runner Up: Krispy Kreme
2nd Runner Up: Troyer’s
Best Frozen Treat
Dairy Queen W Innes
1004 W Innes St, Salisbury (704) 636-8653
dairyqueen.com
Runner Up: Sweet Frog
2nd Runner Up: SnoBiz
Best Hot Dog
Hap’s
116 N Main St, Salisbury (704) 633-5872
Runner Up: Hot Dog Shack
2nd Runner Up: College BBQ
Best Pizza
Salty Caper
115 S Lee St, Salisbury (704) 633-1101
www.saltycaper.com
Runner Up: Village Inn
2nd Runner Up: Pizza Hut
Best Seafood
Shuckin’ Shack
118 N Main St, Salisbury (704) 431-6966
www.theshuckinshack.com
Runner Up: Blue Bay Seafood
2nd Runner Up: Ivan’s
Best Steak
Ivan’s
2024 Old Mocksville Rd, Salisbury
(704) 637-2000 ivansrestaurant.com
Runner Up: Longhorn Steakhouse
2nd Runner Up: Outback Steakhouse
Best Sushi
Katana
475 Jake Alexander Blvd W #101, Salisbury
Runner Up: Bangkok Downtown
2nd Runner Up: Sabaidee
Best Wings
East Coast Wings
211 Faith Rd, Salisbury (704) 633-2464
eastcoastwings.com
Runner Up: Christo’s
2nd Runner Up: Buffalo Wild Wings
Place to Entertain Kids
Dan Nicholas Park
6800 Bringle Ferry Rd, Salisbury
www.rowancountync.gov/185/Dan-Nicholas-Park
Runner Up: NC Transportation Museum
2nd Runner Up: Friday Night Fun at Triple Threat Dance Studio
Late Night Entertainment
The Fish Bowl
127 E Innes St, Salisbury (704) 762-9989
Runner Up: Go Burrito
2nd Runner Up: DJ’s
Theater
Meroney Theater
213 S Main St, Salisbury (704) 633-5471
piedmontplayers.com
Runner Up: Lee Street Theatre
2nd Runner Up: Cinemark Tinseltown
Best Tourist Attraction
NC Transportation
1 Samuel Spencer Drive, Spencer
(704) 636-2889 www.nctrans.org
Runner Up: Dan Nicholas Park
2nd Runner Up: Lazy 5 Ranch
Best Park
Dan Nicholas Park
6800 Bringle Ferry Rd, Salisbury
Runner Up: Hurley Park
2nd Runner Up: City Park
Best Art Gallery
Waterworks Visual Art Center
123 E Liberty St, Salisbury (704) 636-1882
www.waterworks.org
Runner Up: Pottery 101
2nd Runner Up: Railwalk Gallery
Books/Comics/Toys/Games
South Main Book Co.
110 S Main St, Salisbury (704) 630-9788
southmainbookcompany.com
Runner Up: Comic Monstore
2nd Runner Up: Critters
Bicycles/Sporting Goods
Skinny Wheels
111 W Innes St, Salisbury (704) 762-9537
www.skinnywheels.com
Runner Up: Dick’s Sporting Goods
2nd Runner Up: Pedal Factory
Fishing/Hunting Supplies
FIRST NATIONAL:
Dick’s Sporting Goods
125 Tingle Dr #300, Salisbury (704) 212-2482
FIRST LOCAL:
Hill’s Minnow Farm
7940 Bringle Ferry Rd, Salisbury
(704) 633-7413 hillsminnowfarm.com
Runner Up: Fleming Candy Company
Dance/Gymnastic Studio
Triple Threat Dance
1680 South Main Street China Grove
(704)-707-9341 triplethreat.dance
Runner Up: Spotlight Dance Company
2nd Runner Up: Dimensions Dance Arts
Karate/Martial Arts Studio
Sidekick Karate – Downtown
520 S Main St, Salisbury, NC 28144
sidekickdojo.com
Runner Up: Iron Dragon
2nd Runner Up: KickFit
Place for Worship
St. John’s Lutheran
200 W Innes St, Salisbury (704) 636-3431
stjohns-salisbury.org
Runner Up: St. Luke’s Episcopal Church
2nd Runner Up: Life Church Chiropractic
Best Chiropractic
Jeter Chiropractic
1001 N Main St, Salisbury (704) 633-5156
jeterchironc.com
Runner Up: Collins Chiropractic
2nd Runner Up: Way to Wellness/Jennings
Best Hearing Service
Beltone
512 Klumac Rd Ste 7, Salisbury (704) 636-6037
Runner Up: Hearing Solutions
2nd Runner Up: Salisbury Audiology
Best Dentist
Fortner Dental Group
1834 Jake Alexander Blvd W, Salisbury
(704) 636-1848 www.fortnerdentalgroup.com
Runner Up: Anderson Dental
2nd Runner Up: Dr. Steven Yang
Best Eye Care
Salisbury Eyecare & Eyewear
205 E Council St B, Salisbury (704) 310-5002
www.salisburyeyecareandeyewear.com
Runner Up: Dr. Mark Brittain
2nd Runner Up: Peak Eye Care
Best Place To Work Out
The Forum
2318 S Main St #8997, Salisbury
(704) 633-6638 theforumfitness.com
Runner Up: YMCA
2nd Runner Up: Planet Fitness
Retirement/Assisted Living Facility
Trinity Oaks
820 Klumac Rd, Salisbury (704) 637-3784
www.trinityoaks.net
Runner Up: Oak Park
2nd Runner Up: Autumn Care
Women’s Health Provider
Yatawara Gynecology, Wellness, and Aesthetics
415 Statesville Blvd, Salisbury
(704) 754-8990 yatawaramd.com
Runner Up: Carolina Women’s Health
2nd Runner Up: Salisbury Ob/Gyn
Medical Facility
Novant Rowan Medical Center
12 Mocksville Ave, Salisbury
(704) 210-5000 www.novanthealth.org
Runner Up: Rowan Diagnostic
2nd Runner Up: Rowan Family Physicians
Local Pharmacy
The Medicine Shoppe
1357 W Innes St, Salisbury
(704) 637-6120 www.medicineshoppesalisbury.com
Runner Up: Walgreens
2nd Runner Up: Price Pharmacy
Antiques
Salisbury Emporium
230 E Kerr St, Salisbury (704) 642-0039
www.salisburyemporium.com
Runner Up: Priscilla’s
2nd Runner Up: Salisbury Square
Health/Organic Items
Simply Good
128 E Innes St, Salisbury (704) 636-0889
www.simplygoodnaturalfoods.com
Runner Up: The Medicine Shoppe
2nd Runner Up: The Hive
Gifts/Specialty Items
Caniche
200 S Main St, Salisbury (704) 638-5522
shopcaniche.com
Runner Up: The Stitchin’ Post
2nd Runner Up: The Hive
Bedding/Furniture
R&J Furniture
1015 N Salisbury Ave, Spencer
(704) 633-4677 rjfurniturexpress.com
Runner Up: Bare Furniture
2nd Runner Up: Badcock Furniture
Cards/Stationery
The Lettered Lily Design Studio
113 W Fisher St, Salisbury (704) 754-5973
theletteredlily.wordpress.com
Runner Up: Critters
2nd Runner Up: The Hive
Consignment/Thrift
Encore on Main
118 S Main St, China Grove
(704) 857-1584 www.encoreonmain.com
Runner Up:Habitat Restore
2nd Runner Up: Growing Pains
Jewelry
Barnhardt Jewelers
314 S Salisbury Ave, Spencer
(704) 633-0618 barnhardtjewelers.com
Runner Up: Windsor Gallery
2nd Runner Up: Caniche
Prom/Bridal
Encore on Main
118 S Main St, China Grove
(704) 857-1584 www.encoreonmain.com
Runner Up: A Perfect Dress
2nd Runner Up: Hope’s Bridal
Shoes
Ralph Bakers
428 N Main St, Salisbury (704) 636-1850
www.ralphbakershoes.com
Runner Up: Shoe Carnival
2nd Runner Up: Rack Room
Children’s Clothing
Lora Belle Baby
105 N Main St, Salisbury (704) 209-4206
www.lorabellebaby.com
Runner Up: Kohl’s
2nd Runner Up: Old Navy
Women’s Apparel
Caniche
200 S Main St, Salisbury (704) 638-5522
shopcaniche.com
Runner Up: Anna Craig Boutique
2nd Runner Up: Belk
Lighting
Home Lighting & Supply
3212 S Main St, Salisbury (704) 636-3883
fansandlights.com
Runner Up: Lowes
2nd Runner Up: DESCO
Lawn Equipment
FIRST NATIONAL:
Lowes 207 Faith Rd, Salisbury (704) 638-0808
FIRST LOCAL:
Faith Farm Equipment
585 Srv Rd I- 85, Salisbury (704) 431-4566
faithfarm.com
Runner Up: Outdoor Power
Garden Center
Godley’s Garden Center
2281 Statesville Blvd, Salisbury (704) 638-0082
Runner Up: Rufty’s Garden Shop
2nd Runner Up: Lowe’s
Flooring Provider
Grove Supply
1600 N Main St, China Grove (704) 857-2415
www.grovesupplyflooring.com
Runner Up: Lowe’s
2nd Runner Up: Lumber Liquidators
Hardware/Home Improvement Store
FIRST NATIONAL: Lowes
FIRST LOCAL: True Value
1818 W Innes St, Salisbury (980) 330-6700
truevalue.com/salisbury
Runner Up: Ace Hardware
Landscaping Service
On The Job Landscaping
(704) 239-1191
https://onthejoblawn.com
Runner Up: Godley’s
2nd Runner Up: KuttRite Lawn Care
Real Estate Company
TMR Realty
131 E Innes St #305, Salisbury
(704) 245-6184 tmrrealtyinc.com
Runner Up: Century 21 Towne & Country
2nd Runner Up: Wallace Realty
Plumbing Company
Spencer Plumbing
314 S Salisbury Ave, Spencer
(704) 637-2090 spencerplumbingco.com
Runner Up: Eagle Plumbing
2nd Runner Up: CAC Plumbing
AC/Heating Service
Stout Heating & Air
4243 S Main St, Salisbury (704) 633-8095
www.stoutheatingandair.com
Runner Up: Medley
2nd Runner Up: Beaver Bros
Painting Service
Richard’s Painting
112 E Council St, Salisbury (704) 856-8101
richardspainting.net
Runner Up: The Property Pal
2nd Runner Up: Woodie’s Painting
Handyman
The Property Pal
2840 Statesville Blvd, Salisbury
(704) 762-4619
Runner Up: Richard’s Painting
2nd Runner Up: Dan Perry
Pest Control Service
Chamberlain Exterminators
1903 S Main St, Salisbury (704) 633-2938
chamberlainexterminators.com
Runner Up: Peeler Environmental
2nd Runner Up: Intersect Pest Control
Cleaning Service
Wife For Hire
(704) 633-9295 www.wifeforehireinc.com
Runner Up: Cleaning Authority
2nd Runner Up: Busy Bees
Carpet/Upholstery Cleaning
Ritchie’s Steamway
622 E. Council Street, Salisbury (704) 633-9418
ritchiescarpetcleaning.weebly.com
Runner Up: Tom’s Carpet Care
2nd Runner Up: DC ChemDry
Boarding/Sitting Service
Lazy 5 Veterinary Hospital
2916 S Main St, Salisbury (704) 636-1100
lazy5vets.com
Runner Up: Pet Peeps Boarding
2nd Runner Up: Salisbury Animal
Grooming Service
Lazy 5 Veterinary Hospital
2916 S Main St, Salisbury (704) 636-1100
lazy5vets.com
Runner Up: Main Stream Pets
2nd Runner Up: Uptown Dogs & Cats
Veterinary Service
Lazy 5 Veterinary Hospital
2916 S Main St, Salisbury (704) 636-1100
lazy5vets.com
Runner Up: Salisbury Animal Hospital
2nd Runner Up: Rowan Animal Clinic
Pet Food/Pet Items
Main Stream Pets
5675 S Main St, Salisbury (704) 642-0004
www.mainstreampets.com
Runner Up: PetSmart
2nd Runner Up: Hot Diggity Dog
Barber Shop
Made Man Barber & Shave
108 W Innes St, Salisbury (704) 754-9961
facebook.com/MadeManBarberAndShave
Runner Up: College Barber Shop
2nd Runner Up: GQ Barber Shop
Mani/Pedi
Salisbury Salon & Spa
210 E Innes St, Salisbury (704) 310-5941
www.salisburysalonspa.com
Runner Up: Kim’s Nails
2nd Runner Up: Greystone Salon & Spa
Skincare Facility
Salisbury Salon & Spa
210 E Innes St., Salisbury (704) 310-5941
Runner Up: Yatawara
2nd Runner Up: Greystone Salon & Spa
Spa/Massage
Salisbury Salon & Spa
www.salisburysalonspa.com
Runner Up: Greystone Salon & Spa
2nd Runner Up: Alleviate Massage Therapy
Hair Salon
Salisbury Salon & Spa
210 E Innes St, Salisbury (704) 310-5941
Runner Up: Greystone Salon & Spa
2nd Runner Up: Wicked Scissors
Dry Cleaner
Vogue Cleaners
106 N Long St, Salisbury (704) 633-5411
salisburydrycleaners.com
Runner Up: M&S Cleaners
2nd Runner Up: Bell’s Cleaners
Car Wash
Sam’s Car Wash
800 East Innes Street & 1022 West Innes Street, Salisbury
www.samscarwashkl.com
Runner Up: Jimmy Clean
2nd Runner Up: Wash Me Detail
Oil Change
Sam’s Express Care
800 E Innes St, Salisbury (704) 636-1045
samscarwashkl.com
Runner Up:Auto Works
2nd Runner Up: Grease Monkey
Auto Repair
Auto Works
429 S Main St, Salisbury (704) 310-5718
Runner Up: Randy Hall Automotive
2nd Runner Up: Rock Steady Rides
New Car Dealer
Team Chevy
404 Jake Alexander Blvd S, Salisbury
(704) 216-8000 teamchevync.com
Runner Up: Gerry Wood
2nd Runner Up: Cloninger
Pre-Owned Car Dealer
Salisbury Motor Company
700 W Innes St, Salisbury (704) 636-1341
www.salisburymotorcompany.com
Runner Up: Gerry Wood
2nd Runner Up: Team Chevy
ATV/Recreational Dealer
Mott’s Powersports
1325 N Main St, Salisbury (704) 636-9900
www.mottspowersports.com
Runner Up: 704 Powersports
2nd Runner Up: Adam’s Service
Financial Institution
F&M Bank
www.fmbnc.com
Runner Up: State Employees Credit Union
2nd Runner Up: Wells Fargo
Law Firm
Nance & Overbey
214 E Innes St, Salisbury (704) 637-5590
www.nolawfirm.com
Runner Up: Davis & Davis
2nd Runner Up: Whitley & Jordan
Local Non-Profit
Rowan Helping Ministries
1 226 N Long St, Salisbury (704) 637-6838
www.rowanhelpingministries.org
Runner Up: Meals on Wheels of Rowan
2nd Runner Up: Partners In Learning
Best Realtor
Jayne Helms
354 George W Liles Pkwy #40, Concord
(704) 798-5726 jaynehelms.engagereagent.com
Runner Up: Cathy Griffin
2nd Runner Up: Teresa Rufty
Best School
Carson High School
290 Kress Venture Dr, China Grove
(704) 855-7297 rssed.org/jchs
Runner Up: West Rowan High School
2nd Runner Up: East Rowan High School
Best College
Catawba
2300 W Innes St, Salisbury (704) 637-4111
catawba.edu
Runner Up: RCCC
2nd Runner Up: Livingstone
Insurance Company
Farm Bureau
103 N Main St, China Grove, NC 28023
304 Birdie Dr, Salisbury (704) 633-4801
Runner Up: State Farm
2nd Runner Up: Central Carolina Ins.
Funeral Service Provider
Powles Staton Funeral Home
913 W Main St, Rockwell (704) 279-7241
www.powlesfuneralhome.com
Runner Up: Summersett
2nd Runner Up: Lyerly
Best Customer Service – Retail/Service
Powles Staton Funeral Home
913 W Main St, Rockwell (704) 279-7241
www.powlesfuneralhome.com
Runner Up: Salisbury Salon & Spa
2nd Runner Up: Dr. Don Fortner, DMD