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Readers' Choice 2012

Monday, July 23, 2012

Vote for the 'Best' of Johns Creek

Click on the categories below and vote for your favorites.

There is a lot to celebrate about Johns Creek: great parks, great restaurants, great shops and the great people that frequent and support these businesses. But who do you think is the best?  Help Patch determine the best of the best of Johns Creek by voting for your favorite in each one of these categories below. (Click on the links under each category and vote in the poll attached to each article.) Cast your vote by 11:59 p.m. on Friday, Aug. 17, and help us decide who is the best in Johns Creek. Whichever business gets the most votes will be named the Readers' Choice winner on Aug. 24. Editor's note: Our polls will be registration-required for this contest! Best Margarita Best Pizza Best Coffee Shop Best Italian Most Romantic Restaurant…

Monday, June 18, 2012

Nominate the 'Best' of Johns Creek

Click on the category below and nominate your Johns Creek favorites for Readers' Choice 2012.

There is a lot to celebrate about Johns Creek: great parks, great restaurants, great shops. But who do you think is the best?  Help Patch determine the best of the best in Johns Creek by entering your nominations in each one of these categories. (Click on the category and then place your nomination in the comments stream at the bottom of the article.) We will be accepting nominations until July 9. Then, on July 23, come back to vote on which nominee is the best. Whoever gets the most votes will be named the Readers' Choice winner. Best Margarita Best Pizza Best Coffee Shop Best Italian Most Romantic Restaurant  Best Sushi Best Pastry Shop Best Wings Best Steak Best Burger Best Bar Best Takeout Best Kids' Menu Best Bagels Best Fish Market …

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Robin Buckley

9:39 am on Tuesday, July 3, 2012

Can you add an entertainment catagory?   more ›

Friday, June 1, 2012

PetSmart is Readers' Choice for Pet Boarding

Store's PetsHotel wins Johns Creek Patch poll.

The summer travel season is here, so for this week's Readers' Choice poll we asked readers the best place to board pets in Johns Creek. With 30 percent of the vote, PetSmart's PetsHotel on Peachtree Parkway won first place. Coming in second place was Unleashed Doggy Daycare at the corner of State Bridge and Jones Bridge roads.

Friday, May 18, 2012

Menchie's Is Readers' Vote for Frozen Dessert

Menchie's Frozen Yogurt takes top spot in our Readers' Choice poll.

With 36 percent of the vote, Menchie's Frozen Yogurt at 9775 Medlock Bridge Road takes Johns Creek Patch's Readers' Choice poll for best frozen dessert. "We’ve got a rotating selection of eclectic frozen yogurt flavors and every topping under the sun. From fresh, locally grown fruits to classic rainbow sprinkles and hot fudge, even we can't decide what to mix up first. But that’s the best part. We don’t decide, you do!" says the franchise's website. Menchie's customers construct their own dessert and then pay by weight. The Johns Creek location hosts a number of special events and deals, so be sure to check our events calendar for Menchie's happenings.  

Saturday, May 12, 2012

Readers Pick Favorite 'Staycation' Spots

Come back Monday and pick your choice for getting a frozen treat in your town.

Who says you have to leave the area to take a vacation? Patch readers in the northeast suburbs last week had plenty of options to choose from in picking a favorite "staycation" destination. Readers close to Lake Lanier and Stone Mountain Park picked those natural attractions while others preferred local venues. The Readers' Choice winners: Alpharetta, Cumming: Lake Sidney Lanier, 1050 Buford Dam Road, Buford, GA 30518 Duluth: Epic Family Life Center, 2650 Olde Towne Pkwy., Duluth, GA 30097 Johns Creek: Autrey Mill Nature Preserve & Heritage Center, 9770 Autry Mill Road, Johns Creek, GA 30022 Lilburn, Snellville, Stone Mountain and Tucker: Stone Mountain Park, 1126 Stonewall Jackson Drive, Stone Mountain, GA 30083 Norcross: Lake Lanier …

Friday, May 11, 2012

Autrey Mill is Readers' Choice for Staycation

Readers vote Autrey Mill Nature Preserve & Heritage Center as best 'staycation' destination in Johns Creek.

With 60 percent of the vote, Johns Creek Patch readers named Autrey Mill Nature Preserve & Heritage Center the Best Staycation Destination in Johns Creek. Located on 46 acres of preserved past, with two miles of walking trails, the center also includes an historic village and animal exhibits and hosts a number of children's camps and programs. Its director, Ben Team, even blogs on Patch! The facilities can also be rented for special events.  For more information, check out www.autreymill.org.

Saturday, May 5, 2012

Area Favorites for Best Mother's Day Brunch

Join us Monday to vote for your favorite local "staycation" destination.

Area Patch readers last week picked their favorite places for Mother's Day brunch. The winners are: Alpharetta-Milton: La Casa Italian Grill, 37 Old Roswell St., Alpharetta, GA 30009 Cumming: Foster House, 305 W Main St., Cumming, GA 30040 Duluth: Atlanta Marriott Gwinnett Place, 1775 Pleasant Hill Road, Duluth, GA 30096 Johns Creek: Rosa Mia Ristorante Italiano, 11730 Jones Bridge Road, Johns Creek, GA 30005 Lilburn: Killian Hall, 908 Killian Hill Road SW, Lilburn, GA 30047 Norcross: Norcross Station Cafe, 40 S Peachtree St., Norcross, GA 30071 Peachtree Corners: Grace 17.20, 5155 Peachtree Pkwy., Norcross, GA 30092 Roswell: Oak Street Cafe, 45 Oak St., Roswell, GA 30075 Snellville: Gary's Bistro, 1250 Scenic Hwy., Ste 1240, Lawrenceville…

Friday, May 4, 2012

RosaMia is Readers' Choice for Best Mother's Day Brunch

Johns Creek Patch readers choose Italian eatery as best spot for Mother's Day brunch.

With 59 percent of the vote, RosaMia, described as an "Italian gem" by our food blogger, has been voted Best Mother's Day Brunch by Johns Creek Patch readers. Owned by two women of Italian descent – Rosa, from South Africa, and Maria, from Brooklyn, NY, the menu contains daily selections as well as signature dishes. Said one Johns Creek Patch voter, "Not only is RosaMia'a food authenic and always excellent, they are also very supportive of the Johns Creek Symphony Orchestra and other arts in Johns Creek." The restaurant also has a drive-up window to pick up "to go" orders. Reservations are definitely recommended for the tiny but cozy spot at 11730 Jones Bridge Road (678-520-3336 or rosamiaitalian@gmail.com). Mother's Day reservation times …

Annamaria James

1:40 pm on Monday, May 7, 2012

Great Selection Love Annamaria Rosa's sister from South Africa   more ›

Sunday, April 29, 2012

Readers Pick Favorite Florists in N.E. Suburbs

Come back Monday to vote for the best place for Mother's Day brunch.

Area Patch readers voted last week for their favorite local florist in their communities. Come back Monday as readers can pick their favorite local place to take Mom for Mother's Day brunch. Last week's winners in the northeast suburbs were: Alpharetta-Milton: Flowers From Us, 825 Mayfield Road, Alpharetta, GA 30009 Cumming: Funky Mountain Flowers and Gifts, 2360 Bethelview Road, Cumming, GA 30040 Duluth: Kilgore's Florist, 2785 Buford Hwy., Duluth, GA 30096 Johns Creek: North Point Florist, 8465 Holcomb Bridge Road, Johns Creek, GA 30022 Lilburn: Old Town Flowers and Gifts, 79 Main St. NW, Lilburn, GA 30047 (Suite B) Norcross: Designs in Flowers, 131 Magnolia St., Norcross, GA 30071 Peachtree Corners: Trader Joe's, 5155 Peachtree Pkwy., …

Friday, April 27, 2012

North Point Florist is Readers' Choice

Voters name North Point Florist best in Johns Creek.

The family-owned and operated North Point Florist is Johns Creek Patch's Readers' Choice winner for best florist with 62 percent of the vote. North Point Florist is located at 8465 Holcomb Bridge Road in Johns Creek, and besides floral arrangements also sells gourmet food and fruit baskets as well as candles. Customers can drop by the shop or give them a call to place an order, and also order from the website. The florist is a member of the Telaflora network. Stay tuned next week when we ask readers what's the best place in Johns Creek to take mom for brunch for Mother's Day!

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Ann Marie Quill

3:03 pm on Friday, April 27, 2012

Thanks for the feedback - sounds like a great place!   more ›

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