2020 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
Romano’s
1510 W Innes St, Salisbury
(704) 636-2221
romanos-italian-cuisine.business.site
Runner Up: Chef Santos
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: Bangkok Downtown
Best Mexican Cuisine
El Patron
1030 Freeland Dr, Salisbury
(704) 636-5300 elpatronsalisburync.com
Runner Up: Monterrey Mexican Rest.
2nd Runner Up: Los Arcos
Best BBQ
College BBQ
117 Statesville Blvd, Salisbury
(704) 633-9953
Runner Up: Smoke Pit
2nd Runner Up: Hendrix BBQ
Best Bakery/Desserts
Abigail’s: A cake affair
113 N Main St, Salisbury (704) 467-2176
Runner Up: LA Murphs
2nd Runner Up: Country Donutz
Best Caterer
Debbie Suggs Catering
Salisbury; (704) 637-2016
Runner Up: Creative Gourmet Catering by Matt Trexler
2nd Runner Up: LA Murphs
Best Food Truck/Food Stand
Mise En Place
https://www.facebook.com/miseenplacefoodtruck/
Runner Up: Mambo on Ruedas
2nd Runner Up: Yummi Banh Mi
Customer Service (Food)
College BBQ
117 Statesville Blvd, Salisbury
(704) 633-9953
Runner Up: ChickfilA
2nd Runner Up: La Cava
Take-out Food
Katana Japanese Fusion
475 Jake Alexander Blvd W #101, Salisbury
(704) 636-0200 katanafusion.com
Runner Up: Tokyo Express
2nd Runner Up: Mykonos
Vegetarian
Sweet Meadow
111 N Main St, Salisbury (704) 637-8715
Runner Up: Go Burrito
2nd Runner Up: Juice Life
Patio/Outdoor Dining
DJ’s
1502 W Innes St, Salisbury (704) 638-9647
http://www.djsrestaurant.com
Runner Up: Go Burrito
2nd Runner Up: City Tavern
Best Bar
City Tavern
113 E Fisher St, Salisbury (704) 603-4656
www.citytavernsalisbury.com
Runner Up: DJs
2nd Runner Up: Fish Bowl
Best Beer Selection
New Sarum Brewing Company
109 N Lee St, Salisbury (704) 310-5048
newsarumbrewing.com
Runner Up: City Tavern
2nd Runner Up: Salty Caper
Best Coffee
Koco Java Coffee & Roastery
329 N Main St, Salisbury (704) 630-1145
Runner Up: The Holy Grind
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: Carpe Vinum 121
Best Burger
Hap’s
116 N Main St, Salisbury (704) 633-5872
Runner Up: City Tavern
2nd Runner Up: Culvers
Best Breakfast
Breakfast Time
1602 Jake Alexander Blvd S, Salisbury
(704) 603-8032
Runner Up: Hendrix BBQ
2nd Runner Up: College BBQ
Best Brunch
Sweet Meadow
111 N Main St, Salisbury (704) 637-8715
Runner Up: Breakfast Time
2nd Runner Up: Palms
Best Burrito
Go Burrito
115 W Fisher St, Salisbury (704) 754-4755
http://www.goburrito.com/
Runner Up: Monterrey Mexican Rest.
2nd Runner Up: El Patron
Best Deli/Sandwich
Sidewalk Deli
120 S Main St, Salisbury (704) 637-3354
https://sidewalkdeli.com/
Runner Up: Troyers
2nd Runner Up: Jersey Mikes
Best Doughnuts
Krispy Kreme
1428 W Innes St, Salisbury (704) 637-2525
https://krispykreme.com/location/salisbury
Runner Up: Country Donutz
2nd Runner Up: Troyer’s
Best Frozen Treat
Dairy Queen W. Innes
1004 W Innes St, Salisbury (704) 636-8653
dairyqueen.com
Runner Up: The Holy Grind
2nd Runner Up: Culvers
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: DJs
Best Seafood
Blue Bay
1007 E Innes St, Salisbury (704) 633-9585
2050 Statesville Blvd, Salisbury 704) 639-9500
Runner Up: Shuckin Shack
2nd Runner Up: Ivan’s Restaurant
Best Steak
Ivan’s Restaurant
2024 Old Mocksville Rd, Salisbury
(704) 637-2000 ivansrestaurant.com
Runner Up: Longhorn Steakhouse
2nd Runner Up: Outback Steakhouse
Best Sushi
Katana Japanese Fusion
475 Jake Alexander Blvd W #101, Salisbury
(704) 636-0200 katanafusion.com
Runner Up: Bangkok Downtown
2nd Runner Up: Sabaidee Thai
Best Wings
East Coast Wings
211 Faith Rd, Salisbury (704) 633-2464
eastcoastwings.com
Runner Up: Christo’s Family Restaurant
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: Friday Night Fun at Triple Threat Dance Studio
2nd Runner Up: NC Transportation Museum
Late Night Entertainment
DJ’s
1502 W Innes St, Salisbury (704) 638-9647
http://www.djsrestaurant.com
Runner Up: Fish Bowl
2nd Runner Up: City Tavern
Theater
Lee Street
329 N Lee St, Salisbury (704) 310-5507
leestreet.org
Runner Up:Piedmont Players
2nd Runner Up: Cinemark Tinseltown
Tourist Attraction
NC Transportation Museum
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: Sloan Park
Art Gallery
Waterworks Visual Art Center
123 E Liberty St, Salisbury (704) 636-1882
www.waterworks.org
Runner Up: Railwalk Gallery
2nd Runner Up: Pottery 101
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
Concealed Carry Classes
Wilhelm Outfitters, LLC
George Wilhelm (704) 798-2687
Runner Up: Lead Chunkers
2nd Runner Up: Shores Tactical
Dance/Gymnastic Studio
Triple Threat Dance Studio
1680 South Main Street China Grove
(704)-707-9341 www.triplethreatds.com
Runner Up: Elevation Cheer Company
2nd Runner Up: Salisbury Dance Academy
Karate/Martial Arts Studio
Sidekick Karate – Downtown
520 S Main St, Salisbury (704) 216-2258
sidekickdojo.com
Runner Up: Traditional Martial Arts of the Carolinas, Rockwell
2nd Runner Up: Fight Factory
Place for Worship
Cornerstone
315 Webb Rd, Salisbury (704) 855-1218
mycornerstone.church
Runner Up: St. John’s Lutheran Church
2nd Runner Up: St Luke’s Episcopal Church
Chiropractic
Jeter Chiropractic
1001 N Main St, Salisbury (704) 633-5156
jeterchironc.com
Runner Up: Way to Wellness/Jennings
2nd Runner Up: Collins Chiropractic
Hearing Service
Beltone
512 Klumac Rd Ste 7, Salisbury
(704) 636-6037 www.beltone.com
Runner Up: Salisbury Audiology
2nd Runner Up: Hearing Solutions
Dentist
Fortner Dental Group
1834 Jake Alexander Blvd W, Salisbury
(704) 636-1848 www.fortnerdentalgroup.com
Runner Up: Merrell Family Dentistry
2nd Runner Up: Dr. Steve Yang, DDS
Eye Care
Salisbury Eyecare & Eyewear
205 E Council St B, Salisbury
(704) 310-5002
https://salisburyeyecare.com/
Runner Up: King Eye Center
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: Autumn Care
2nd Runner Up: Oak Park
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 Family Physicians
2nd Runner Up: Rowan Diagnostic Clinic
Local Pharmacy
The Medicine Shoppe
1357 W Innes St, Salisbury
(704) 637-6120
www.medicineshoppesalisbury.com
Runner Up: Moose Pharmacy
2nd Runner Up: Cannon Pharmacy
Antiques
Salisbury Emporium
230 E Kerr St, Salisbury (704) 642-0039
www.salisburyemporium.com
Runner Up: Priscilla’s
2nd Runner Up: Clyde’s
Health/Organic Items
Simply Good
128 E Innes St, Salisbury (704) 636-0889
www.simplygoodnaturalfoods.com
Runner Up: The Medicine Shoppe
2nd Runner Up: Moose Pharmacy
Gifts/Specialty Items
Stitchin Post
104 S Main St, Salisbury (704) 637-0708
www.facebook.com/spgiftsnc
Runner Up: Caniche
2nd Runner Up: Critters
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.com
Runner Up: Critters
Consignment/Thrift
Growing Pains
122 S Main St, Salisbury (704) 638-0870
http://www.growingpainsfamily.com/
Runner Up: Habitat Restore
2nd Runner Up: Encore on Main
Jewelry
Barnhardt Jewelers
Coming to Downtown Salisbury
(704) 633-0618 barnhardtjewelers.com
Runner Up: Windsor Gallery
2nd Runner Up: Caniche
Prom/Bridal
A Perfect Dress
590 Corriher Gravel Rd, China Grove
(704) 855-2427 www.aperfectdresscg.com
Runner Up: Encore on main
2nd Runner Up: Hope’s Bridal
Shoes
Ralph Baker’s Shoes
428 N Main St, Salisbury (704) 636-1850
www.ralphbakershoes.com
Runner Up: Rack Room
2nd Runner Up: Belk
Children’s Clothing
Lora Belle Baby
105 N Main St, Salisbury (704) 209-4206
www.lorabellebaby.com
Runner Up: Old Navy
2nd Runner Up: Kohl’s
Women’s Apparel
Caniche
200 S Main St, Salisbury (704) 638-5522
shopcaniche.com
Runner Up: Stitchin Post
2nd Runner Up: Belk
Lighting
Home Lighting & Supply
3212 S Main St, Salisbury (704) 636-3883
fansandlights.com
Runner Up: Lowe’s Home Improvement
2nd Runner Up: DESCO
Lawn Equipment
FIRST NATIONAL:
Lowe’s Home Imp.
207 Faith Rd, Salisbury (704) 638-0808
FIRST LOCAL:
James River Equipment
1571 Julian Rd, Salisbury (704) 636-2671
www.jamesriverequipment.com
Runner Up: Faith Farm Equipment
Garden Center
Godley’s Garden Center
2281 Statesville Blvd, Salisbury
(704) 638-0082 godleysgardencenter.com
Runner Up: Lowe’s Home Improvement
2nd Runner Up: Rufty’s Garden Shop
Flooring Provider
Grove Supply
1600 N Main St, China Grove (704) 857-2415
shawfloors.com/stores/dealerprofile/2175
Runner Up: Lowe’s
2nd Runner Up: Lumber Liquidators
Hardware/Home Improvement Store
FIRST NATIONAL:
Lowes (704) 638-0808
FIRST LOCAL:
True Value
1818 W Innes St, Salisbury (980) 330-6700
truevalue.com/salisbury
Runner Up: Ace Hardware
Landscaping Service
Godley’s Garden Center
2281 Statesville Blvd, Salisbury
(704) 638-0082 godleysgardencenter.com
Runner Up: Four Seasons
2nd Runner Up: Pro Mow
Real Estate Company
Century 21 Towne & Country
474 Jake Alexander Blvd W, Salisbury
(704) 637-7721 century21tc.com
Runner Up: Wallace Realty
2nd Runner Up: RE/MAX Jayne Helms Group
Plumbing Company
Spencer Plumbing
314 S Salisbury Ave, Spencer
(704) 637-2090 spencerplumbingco.com
Runner Up: Hughes Southeastern Supply
2nd Runner Up: CAC Plumbing
AC/Heating Service
Stout Heating & Air
4243 S Main St, Salisbury (704) 633-8095
www.stoutheatingandair.com
Runner Up: Beaver Brothers
2nd Runner Up: Medley Electric
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
Richard’s Painting
112 E Council St, Salisbury (704) 856-8101
richardspainting.net
Runner Up: HMP
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: GoForth Pest Control
Cleaning Service
Wife For Hire
(704) 633-9295
www.wifeforehireinc.com
Runner Up: Cleaning Authority
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: Salisbury Rug and Carpet Cleaning
Boarding/Sitting Service
Lazy 5 Vets
2916 S Main St, Salisbury (704) 636-1100
lazy5vets.com
Runner Up: Doggie Holiday
2nd Runner Up: Salisbury Animal Hospital
Grooming Service
Lazy 5 Vets
2916 S Main St, Salisbury (704) 636-1100
lazy5vets.com
Runner Up: Studio B
2nd Runner Up: Main Stream Pets
Veterinary Service
Lazy 5 Vets
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
FIRST NATIONAL: PETSMART
345 Faith Rd, Salisbury (704) 633-4334
FIRST LOCAL:
Main Stream Pets
5675 S Main St, Salisbury (704) 642-0004
www.mainstreampets.com
Runner Up: Lazy 5 Vets
Barber Shop
Made Man Barber & Shave
108 W Innes St, Salisbury (704) 754-9961
facebook.com/MadeManBarberAndShave
Runner Up: Support the C
2nd Runner Up: College Inn Barber Shop
Mani/Pedi
Salisbury Salon & Spa
210 E Innes St, Salisbury (704) 310-5941
www.salisburysalonspa.com
Runner Up: Greystone Salon & Spa
2nd Runner Up: Kim’s Nails
Skincare Facility
Salisbury Salon & Spa
210 E Innes St, Salisbury (704) 310-5941
www.salisburysalonspa.com
Runner Up: Yatawara Wellness
2nd Runner Up: Greystone Salon & Spa
Spa/Massage
Salisbury Salon & Spa
210 E Innes St, Salisbury (704) 310-5941
www.salisburysalonspa.com
Runner Up: Greystone Salon & Spa
2nd Runner Up: China Grove Massage Studio
Hair Salon
Salisbury Salon & Spa
210 E Innes St, Salisbury (704) 310-5941
www.salisburysalonspa.com
Runner Up: Greystone Salon & Spa
2nd Runner Up: Hair Associates
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: All The Little Details
Oil Change/Auto Repair
Sam’s Express Care
800 E Innes St, Salisbury (704) 636-1045
samscarwashkl.com
Runner Up: Auto Works
2nd Runner Up: Carmazone
Auto Repair
Carmazone
428 Jake Alexander Blvd S, Salisbury
(704) 216-1500 www.carmazone.com
Runner Up: Auto Works
2nd Runner Up: Randy Hall Automotive
New Car Dealer
Team Chevrolet
404 Jake Alexander Blvd S, Salisbury
(704) 216-8000 teamchevync.com
Runner Up: Gerry Wood
2nd Runner Up: Cloninger
Pre-Owned Car Dealer
Carmazone
428 Jake Alexander Blvd S, Salisbury
(704) 216-1500 www.carmazone.com
Runner Up: Salisbury Motor Company
2nd Runner Up: Gerry Wood
ATV/Recreational Dealer
Mott’s Motorsports
1325 N Main St, Salisbury (704) 636-9900
www.mottspowersports.com
Runner Up: Carmazone
2nd Runner Up: 704 Powersports
Financial Institution
F&M Bank
www.fmbnc.com
Runner Up: State Employees Credit Union
2nd Runner Up: Sharonview Federal
Law Firm
Davis and Davis
215 N Main St, Salisbury (704) 639-1900
www.davislawfirmnc.com
Runner Up: Stowe Law Firm
2nd Runner Up: Shelby, Pethel & Hudson
Local Non-Profit
Rowan Helping Ministries
1 226 N Long St, Salisbury (704) 637-6838
www.rowanhelpingministries.org
Runner Up: Partners in Learning
2nd Runner Up: Meals on Wheels
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
Southeast Middle School
1570 Peeler Rd, Salisbury
Runner Up: Salisbury High Schooll
2nd Runner Up: Salisbury Academy
Best College
Catawba College
2300 W Innes St, Salisbury (704) 637-4111
catawba.edu
Runner Up: RCCC
2nd Runner Up: Livingstone
Insurance Company
Central Carolina Insurance
317 Jake Alexander Blvd S, Salisbury
(704) 636-5311 www.centralcarolina.com
Runner Up: Farm Bureau
2nd Runner Up: Fisher Greene Insurance
Funeral Service Provider
Powles Staton Funeral Home
913 W Main St, Rockwell (704) 279-7241
www.powlesfuneralhome.com
Runner Up: Summersett FUNERAL
2nd Runner Up: Noble and Kelsey
Best Customer Service- Retail/Service
Salisbury Salon & Spa
Runner Up: Fortner Dental Group
2nd Runner Up: Stitchin Post Gifts