Culture, Arts, & Entertainment
Scott Suchy
Best Art Instruction: “Curiouser and curiouser!” cried Stacy Huggins Geist as she arranged another magical exhibit at Redux Contemporary Art Center
Casting a spell for Best of Charleston results...
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Culture, Arts, & Entertainment
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Best Local Theater Company
Charleston Stage
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Best Piccolo or Spoleto Show of 2016
Porgy and Bess
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Best Non-Piccolo or Spoleto Play of 2016
Mary Poppins
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Best Cultural Event
Spoleto Festival USA
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Best Movie Theater
Terrace Theater
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Best Local Actor
Bill Murray
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Best Local Actress
Sarah Callahan Black
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Best Local Comic
Brandy Sullivan
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Best Local Author
Dorothea Benton Frank
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Attractions & City Living
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- Attractions & City Living
- Best Neighborhood
- Best Attraction
- Best Tourist Trap
- Best Tour Company
- Best Building
- Best Green Business
- Best Place of Worship
- Best Public School
- Best Private School
- Best Public Space
- Best Outdoor Event
- Best Festival
- Best Fundraising Event
- Best Apartment Complex
- Best Preschool
- Best Graffiti in a Controlled Environment
- Best Halloween Casualty
- Best way to get in touch with nature
- Best neighborhood for faux house hunting
- Best Festival Mess
- Best New Farmers Market
- Best Stadium Renovation
- Best Puppy Paradise
- Dunes West Adult Pool
- Best Instagram Aesthetic
- Best Place To See Fossilized Poop And Other Oddities
- Best Place For Dogs To Play and Humans to Drink
- Best Themed Street Party Gibbes on the Street
- Best Team ‘Sport’
- Best Food/dance/music Blending
- Best Place To Have A Heat Stroke
- Best Transformation Of Memminger Auditorium
- Best Farmers Market Relocation
- Best Shem Creek Addition
- Best Charleston Farmers Market Market Duo
- Best Playground To Take a Wildly Active Toddler on a Saturday Morning
- Best Neighborhood Garden
Politics, News, & the Media
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- Politics & Public Affairs
- Best Charlestonian
- Best Troublemaker
- Best Charlestonian to Defriend
- Best Do-Gooder
- Best Community Activist
- Best Philanthropist
- Best Local Legislator
- Best City Council Member
- Best County Council Member
- Best School Board Member
- Best Progressive
- Best Conservative
- Best Local Cause
- Best Political Gaffe
- Best offer to move to Canada
- Best Former Lieutenant Governor
- Best Retired Watchdog
- Best School System Drama
- Best Public Health Crisis
- Best Way To Get A Presidential Critic Out Of The Governor’s Mansion
- Best Security No One Asked For
- Best Show Of Feminine Force
- Best Gun Control Debacle
- Best City Council Showdown
- Best 2016 Mixtape
- Best Man’s Best Friend
- Best way to know what Nikki Haley is watching on TV
- Best News For Horses
- Best Political Obit
- Best Response To Bathroom Bill
- Best New City Hall
- Best Ban On Bans
- Best Doomsday Preppers
- Best local FCC commissioner
- Best Political News For Concertgoers
- Best Fake News
- Best New Power Dynamic
Culture, Arts & Entertainment
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- Culture, Arts, & Entertainment
- Best Local Theater Company
- Best Piccolo or Spoleto Show of 2016
- Best Non-Piccolo or Spoleto Play of 2016
- Best Cultural Event
- Best Movie Theater
- Best Local Actor
- Best Local Actress
- Best Local Comic
- Best Local Author
- Best Party of 2016
- Best Music Concert
- Best Place to See Local Music
- Best Art Gallery
- Best Museum
- Best Exhibit of 2016
- Best Local Visual Artist
- Best Art Instruction
- Best Local Podcast
- Best Rock Music Club
- Best Jazz & Blues Club
- Best Local Band
- Best House/Cover Band
- Best Jazz Band
- Best Musician
- Best Male Vocalist
- Best Female Vocalist
- Best Karaoke Night
- Best Club DJ
- Best Hip-Hop Club
- Best Local Hip-Hop Artist
- Best Recording Studio
- Best Gift To Charleston
- Best West Ashley Arts Hub
- Best Local Music Series to Take Off
- Best New Stage
- Best Excuse To Regress
- Best Makeover
- Best Pussy Power Art Show
- Best Wham, Bam, Thank-you, Ma’am
- Best Show That Left Us Speechless
- Best One-Man Show That Made Us Laugh ’til We Cried
- Best Way To Hear Local Tunes on the Radio
- Best Hip-hop Welcome Wagon
- Best Reason For A Movie Nerd to Grouse
- Best Listening Room
- Best Look-twice Exhibit
- Best Inclusive Theater Effort
- Best Talk Of Lady Parts
- Best Wake-up Call
- Best Place To Get Jazzed
- Best Temporary Art Show
- Best And Only Reason to Go to Citadel Mall
- Best Homegrown Work
- Best Way To Black Out While Trump Wins The Presidency
- Best Book Talk
- Best Lyricist
- Best Place To Hear The Phrase ‘turd Terrorism’
- Best Corny Fundraiser
- Best Way To Spend Sunday Brunch
News & The Media
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- Best Development Battleground
- Best Reason to Support the U.S.
- Best Newspaper Nuptials
- Best Lake Facelift
- Best Case for Free Speech
- Best Way To Have Downtown To Yourself
- Best Ongoing Project
- Best Use Of Concrete
- Best Capture The Flag
- Best Show Of Newsroom Solidarity
- Best Potential New Charleston Flag
- Best Temporary Distraction From The Hopeless Slog That Is Life
- Best Protest Sign
- Best Sign That A Cheesecake Factory Is Imminent
- Best Case Of Mass Hysteria
- Best Lexicographical Crowdsourcing
- Best Most Dangerous Way To Get Around Town
- Best Army
- Best Waterlogged Community
- Best Tearful Goodbye
- Best Repulsive Halloween Costume
- News & The Media
- Best News Story of 2016
- Best Local TV Anchor
- Best Local TV Station
- Best Local Investigative Reporter
- Best Local TV Weather Forecaster
- Best Local TV Sports Anchor
- Best Newspaper Columnist
- Best Radio Station
- Best City Paper Cover Story of 2016
- Best Local Website
- Best Talk/News Radio Station
- Best Local Radio Show
- Best Local Radio Personality
- Best Local Talk Show Host
- Best Locally Produced Video
- Best Local Twitter Feed
- Best Local Interest Blog
Recreation, Health, & Beauty
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- Recreation, Health, & Beauty
- Best Local Sports Team
- Best Local Athlete
- Best Marina
- Best Island
- Best Place for Family Fun
- Best Park
- Best Bowling Alley
- Best Surf Shop
- Best Store for Beach Gear
- Best Water Sports Company
- Best Kayak Company
- Best Stand-up Paddleboard Company
- Best Fishing Charter
- Best Sporting Goods Store
- Best Bike Shop
- Best Shooting Range
- Best Dive Shop
- Best Outdoor Outfitters
- Best Place to Buy a Boat
- Best Fishing and Tackle Shop
- Best Golf Course
- Best Health Club
- Best Exercise Studio
- Best Personal Trainer
- Best Physician
- Best Plastic Surgeon
- Best Dermatologist
- Best Tanning Salon
- Best Dentist
- Best Eye Doctor
- Best Orthodontist
- Best Chiropractor
- Best Barre Studio
- Best Pilates Studio
- Best Yoga Studio
- Best Acupuncturist
- Best Medical Spa
- Best Hospital
- Best Pharmacy
- Best Place to Give Birth
- Best Piercing Studio
- Best Body Piercer
- Best Tattoo Studio
- Best Tattoo Artist
- Best Adult Toy Store
- Best Day Spa
- Best Waxing Salon
- Best Nail Salon
- Best Massage Therapist
- Best Weight Loss Center
- Best Hair Salon
- Best Barber Shop
- Best Hair Stylist
- Best Hotel
- Best Bed and Breakfast
- Best Veterinarian
- Best Misuse of Taxpayer Funds
- Best New Hope For Local Cyclists
- Best Place To Workout Like Hollywood Stars
- Best Way To Save Money and Score Merch
- Best Way To See the Festival of Lights
- Best Way To Spend A Sunday Funday and Not Feel Guilty
- Best Bridge Run
- Best Way To Let Loose And Get Out Of Your Comfort Zone
- Best Place To Workout Like The Aussies
- Best Hope For Cougar Fans
- Best Former NCAA Quarterback To Visit The RiverDogs This Year
- Best Sunless Tan
- Best Project That May or May Not Happen
- Best Instagram Account to Follow For Style Envy
- Best Penthouse View
- Best Place To See Darius Rucker Do Pull-Ups Track
- Most Inspirational Local Fitness Hashtag
- Best Conservationist Riding Into the Sunset
- Best Place To Learn the True Nature Of Your Coworkers
- Best Fest Inspired by Conspiracy Theories
- Best Backyard Studio
Shops, Wares & Services
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- Shops, Wares, and Services
- Best Mall/ Shopping Center
- Best Shopping District
- Best Department Store
- Best Women’s Clothing Store
- Best Men’s Clothing Store
- Best Children’s Clothing Retailer
- Best Children’s Consignment
- Best Baby Store
- Best Toy Store
- Best Boutique
- Best Local Clothing Designer
- Best Accessories Store
- Best Bead Store
- Best Jewelry Store
- Best Shoe Store
- Best Shoe Repair Store
- Best Consignment Store
- Best Vintage Clothing Store
- Best Lingerie Store
- Best Gift Store
- Best Collegiate Store
- Best Thrift Store
- Best Eyewear Boutique
- Best Antiques Store
- Best Furniture Store
- Best Home Accessories Store
- Best Stationery Store
- Best Garden Store/Nursery
- Best Landscaper
- Best Pet Store
- Best Pet Groomer
- Best Doggie Day Care
- Best Costume Shop/ Party Store
- Best Art Supply Store
- Best Paint Store
- Best Frame Shop
- Best Grocery Store
- Best Gourmet Grocery Store
- Best Corner Store
- Best Health Food Store
- Best Corner Store
- Best Health Food Store
- Best Local Farm
- Best Community Supported Agriculture
- Best Wine Shop
- Best Liquor Store
- Best Cheese Shop
- Best Tobacco Shop
- Best Cigar Store
- Best Hardware Store
- Best Cell Phone Repair
- Best Lighting Store
- Best Dry Cleaner
- Best Place to Buy a New Car
- Best Florist
- Best Pawn Shop
- Best Vape Shop
- Best Music Store
- Best Bookstore
- Best Comic Book Shop
- Best Used Bookstore
- Best Musical Instrument Store
- Best Place to Buy a Used Car
- Best Car Wash
- Best Tire Store
- Best Motorcycle Shop
- Best Mechanic
- Best Cab Company
- Best Limo/Party Bus Company
- Best Law Firm/Lawyer
- Best Realty Company
- Best Realtor
- Best Insurance Agency
- Best Financial Institution
- Best Home Security Company
- Best Pest Control
- Best Resale Shop
- Best Custom Home Builder
- Best Electrician/Company
- Best Heating & Air Company
- Best Plumber/Company
- Best Property Management Company
- Best Technology Company
- Best Wedding Venue
- Best Place To Buy A Biscuit On The Road
- Best Place To Get Your Dress Altered While Watching Daytime TV
- Best Expensive Cornhole Boards You’ll Ever Purchase
- Best End To Creepy Mannequin Displays
- Best Place To Buy Fresh Goods While Inhaling Incense
- Best New Retail/design Collective
- Best Outdoor Shopping Deals
- Best Shark Tooth Earrings
- Best And-Then-Some
- Best Vintage Decor For Hire
- Best Bridal Boutique You Didn’t Know Existed
- Best Confounding New Store Name
- Best Excuse To Buy Stuff
- Best place to still buy clip-on earrings
- Best Pillow Tassels Repurposed As Jewelry
- Best Men’s Boutique To Give Billy Reid A Run For Its Money
- Best Pop-up Christmas Shop
- Best Place To Spend Too Much Money On A Tie-dye Headband
- Best Place To Deck Out Your Jeep
- Best Place To Drink Whiskey And Get Styled
- Best Place To Buy Cute Clothes, Get A Haircut, Massage, and Margarita
- Best Place To Panic Shop For A Dress Before Pecha Kucha
Eating & Drinking Out
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- Eating & Drinking
- Best Restaurant
- Best Restaurant When Someone Else is Paying
- Best Wait Staff
- Best Downtown Restaurant
- Best Romantic Restaurant
- Best Steak
- Best New Restaurant
- Best Chef
- Best Sommelier
- Best Caterer
- Best Food Truck
- Best Daniel Island Restaurant
- Best James Island Restaurant
- Best Folly Beach Restaurant
- Best Tacos
- Best Mt. Pleasant Restaurant
- Best Meat & 3 Veggies
- Best Sullivan’s Island Restaurant
- Best IOP Restaurant
- Best West Ashley Restaurant
- Best Summerville Restaurant
- Best Ribs
- Best North Charleston Restaurant
- Best Gourmet Pizza
- Best Johns Island Restaurant
- Best Italian
- Best Waterfront Dining
- Best Outdoor Patio
- Best Kid-Friendly Restaurant
- Best Sweet Tea
- Best Japanese
- Best Sushi
- Best Indian
- Best Chinese
- Best Thai
- Best Asian Fusion
- Best Vietnamese
- Best French
- Best Mexican Restaurant
- Best Cheap Meal
- Best Greek
- Best Gyro
- Best Restaurant for Vegetarians
- Best Gourmet Sandwich
- Best Tapas
- Best Charcuterie
- Best Local Artisanal Food Product
- Best Sunday Brunch
- Best Pub Food
- Best Fries
- Best Late-Night Menu
- Best Breakfast
- Best Soul Food
- Best Burger
- Best Cheesesteak
- Best Chicken Fingers
- Best Fried Chicken
- Best NY Style Pizza
- Best Sub Sandwich/Hoagie
- Best Wings
- Best Barbecue
- Best Place to Buy Local Seafood
- Best Oysters
- Best Seafood
- Best Raw Bar
- Best Buffet
- Best Salad
- Best Shrimp & Grits
- Best Ice Cream
- Best Gelato
- Best Frozen Yogurt
- Best Hot Dogs
- Best She-Crab Soup
- Best Bagels
- Best Deli
- Best Bakery
- Best Chocolatier
- Best Juice Bar
- Best Coffee House
- Best Potato Latke Served Next To An Altar For A Dead Woman
- Best Tinned Seafood Game
- Best Convenience Store Tacos
- Best Place On James Island To Slip Into A Food Coma
- Best Truffle Shuffle
- Best barbecue views
- Best News For North Charlestonians Who Love Fried Chicken
- Best Wiener Pop-Up
- Best Way To Never Order From The Menu
- Best Opportunity To Root For The Home Team
- Best Hoagie Return
- Best Way To Piss Off Restaurant Owners
- Best Oyster Transplants
- Best Reason To Chase a Moving Vehicle
- Best Reason To Take a Two-hour Lunch
- Best Excuse To Wear a Wiener Suit
- Best Place To Worship A Plate
- Best Way To Know Lower King’s Glory Days Are Over
- Best Mouthfeel For Your Ears
- Best Restaurant Reconcepting
- Best Bougie Brunch
- Best Excuse To Update Your Passport
- Best Brunch Band
- Best Fresh Peanut Butter
- Best Baller Crudités
- Best Coffee Program
- Best Teepee Makeover
- Best Wood-fired Pizza Trailer to Stalk
- Best Lunch App
- Best Idea For Lunches In 2017
- Best CSA
- Best Wiener On A Tortilla
- Best Hot Dog Evangelist
- Best Asian/Italian Fusion
- Best Use Of Olives (and Anchovies!)
- Best Soft-Shell Crab Evangelist
- Best Wine Selection (Retail)
- Best Beer Retail Selection
- Best Wine Selection (Bar/Restaurant)
- Best Bar Staff
- Best Martini
- Best Bottled Beer
- Best No-Frills Watering Hole
- Best West Ashley Bar
- Best Cold Beer
- Best Beer Selection on Tap
- Best Happy Hour
- Best New Bar
- Best Local Brewery
- Best Local Spirit
- Best Distillery
- Best Local Cocktail Mixer
- Best Neighborhood Bar
- Best Upscale Bar
- Best Rooftop Bar
- Best Bouncers
- Best Downtown Bar
- Best Cocktails
- Best Daniel Island Bar
- Best Mt. Pleasant Bar
- Best James Island Bar
- Best Folly Beach Bar
- Best Isle of Palms Bar
- Best Sullivan’s Island Bar
- Best North Charleston Bar
- Best Summerville Bar
- Best Authentic Pub
- Best Johns Island Bar
- Best Waterfront Bar
- Best Dance
- Best College Bar
- Best Pool Hall
- Best Pick Up Joint
- Best Late Night Bar
- Best Cheap Beer Deal
- Best Sports Bar
- Best Gay Club
- Best Lesbian Club
- Best Adult Establishment
- Best Margarita
- Best Bloody Mary
- Best Place To Get Your “Awww” On While Drinking a Meowmosa
- Best place to pretend to meet Don Draper
- Best place to actively avoid Thomas Ravenel
- Best real life Cheers
- Best area for beer in 2016
- Best Forthcoming Female-friendly Watering Hole
- Best Courtyard Happy Hour
- Best Use Of The Phrase “like An Overweight Italian Farmer With Really Dirty Hands” To Describe Wine
- Best Drink We Never Expected To Find At The Ordinary
- Best New Club
- Best Place To Drink Beer With a Side Of Massively Large Pizza
- Best Cheap, Boozy Sunday Brunch
- Best Cool Kid Tequila
- Best Drink For A Warm Spring Day
- Best Area For Beer In 2017
- Best Art Commissioned By A Beer
- Best Place To Drink a Coconut Cocktail Oceanside
- Best Chimerical Beer Bar
- Best Live Streamers Of Any Event
- Best Place To Booze Post Spin Workout
- Best Water Glass That’s Almost Too Pretty To Drink Out Of
- Best Happy Hour Game
- Best And Worst News For Doggie Drinkers
- Best Rooftop To Not Fall Off Of
- Best Pitmaster
- Best Mac and Cheese
- Best Barbecue
