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BEST ACCOUNTANT E. PAUL BRODSKY, CPA
Specializing in small and mid-sizebusinesses and individuals, theyhandle all business needs, including accounting and taxpreparation; bookkeeping; tax planning; business management;personal management;payroll and sales tax preparation, and entity formation.

BEST ACUPUNCTURIST DR. MINDY DAI
During her time in California, she has completedthree yearsofpostdoctoral training at USC, an MRI fellowship at ProvidenceSaint Joseph Medical Center,and aMaster’s Degree in Oriental Medicine at SamraUniversity..

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BEST ATTORNEY SHELLEY RIOS
She went around the room at graduation time and told one student he would be a good firefighter, one that she would make a great nurse. When she got to me, she paused and then told me that I could accomplish anything I set my mind to..

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BEST BANK AND FINANCIAL SERVICES UME FEDERAL CREDIT UNION
We are happy to have served this amazing community for 78 years and we’re even happier to continue to do so for many decades to come..

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BEST BRUNCH AND TAKEOUT THE NEW DEAL
Locatedjust east of RTBat 3501 W. Magnolia Blvd., the NewDealtruly is alabor of love from alongtime Burbank family.The restaurant offers amodern take on nostalgic American recipes surrounded by relaxed 1930s revival décor..

BEST BREAKFAST TALLYRAND RESTAURANT
We areveryproud tohavecustomersthat havedined at Tallyrand for decades. When we see our guests creating family traditions at our restaurant – bringing sons and daughters, grandchildren, friends and colleagues in foravisit –itgives us agreat sense of joy.

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BEST BURGER AND FRIES HOOK BURGER
Hook Burgerhas over40years of afamily owned historyofstandards and excellence. They havealways focused on these three core values: Quality,Service, and Community..

BEST CAMERA STORE CAM PHOTO & IMAGING
It’sbeen that wayat this popular photostore sinceopening in 1999; it has sincebecome famous for extremely knowledgeable, personalized service. Some classes areavailable..

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BEST CLERGY FR. JOHN COLLINS
Isee this statement being lived out daily by so many volunteersinmorethan 20 ministries who makeJesus Christ visible. Our love of God, amulti-cultural parish and the desiretoserve makes us arich and blessed community whereall aretruly welcome..

BEST CAR WASH MAGNOLIA ISLAND CAR WASH
The car wash strives forperfection, best-in-class customer service, security, safetyand providing customerswith Burbank’s best carwash and car-detailing experience..

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BEST COFFEE HOUSE ROMANCING THE BEAN CAFE
This inspires us to continue working hardtokeep your cafe fresh and interesting..

BEST DENTIST DR. RAMSEY AMIN, D.D.S.
He performs all types of dentistryand is trained to provide “dentistrywhile yousleep”(IV sedation) forpatients who may be fearful of dental treatment. He routinely treats patients who may havedelayed seeing adentist forseveral yearsand need major procedures to makeupfor yearsofneglect.

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BEST CREDIT UNION GAIN FEDERAL CREDIT UNION
Gain Federal Credit Union 1800 W. Magnolia Boulevard • 9795 Cabrini Drive, #203 (818) 846-1710 • www.GainFCU.com.

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BEST DANCE STUDIO AND DANCE INSTRUCTOR GARRI DANCE STUDIO AND MI
Locatedinthe beautiful Magnolia Park District of Burbank,GDS wasdesigned to fitthe needs of its growing dancefamily.The stateofthe art facility features professional floating wood floors and high beam ceilings, with natural light pouring intoeach dance room.

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BEST RETIREMENT COMMUNITY THE HEIGHTS AT BURBANK
All of this is complimented by the community’s maintenance-free lifestyle. Weekly housekeeping and flat linen laundry service free up time for residents to enjoy the things they love. There’s no need to worry about cooking – the community’s onsite restaurant features chefprepared meals and daily fresh specials.

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BEST DRY CLEANER MILT & EDIE’S DRYCLEANERS & TAILORING
“ThereisnoplaceinBurbank,oranywhereelse in Southern California, to have cleaning and tailoring done any time of the day or night,” says Beth..

BEST DRUG STORE DANA DRUG STORE
We also offer free deliverywithin a five-mile radius. We carryalarge variety of unique giftsand cosmetics, including Estee Lauder and Clinique. We also haveagreat selection of greeting cardsand gift wrap..

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BEST FITNESS INSTRUCTOR STEVE HARPST
We have all different levels, from elite professional athletes and weekend warriors to total beginners wanting to try something new to get in better condition. Each student can find a long term approach to health and fitness while making lifelong friendships and shedding extra pounds along the way.

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BEST PLACE TO TAKE KIDS GOLDEN STATE GYMNASTICS
Whether gymnasts choose to compete or use their skills in other athletic areas, the skills students develop through gymnastics training areinvaluable. Participation in gymnastics helps develop physical, mental, and social skills that will last alifetime.

BEST GIFT STORE BELL COTTAGE GIFT STORE
It has been an honor and aprivilege to open our doorsseven days aweek, say hello to all those who enter,offer coffee and cookies, while enjoying great conversation. We havebeen blessed with customerswho havebecome friends..

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BEST HAIR SALON KRIMSON HAIR STUDIO
This commitment to her community and her customersshows in all the ways Krimson gives back.Fromcut-a-thons forcancer foundations, abraid baratalocal elementary, to donating to alocal school so nearly 100 kids haveaccess to the arts, Amanda’s priority is her family and the community they’reliving in.

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BEST HOSPITAL PROVIDENCE SAINT JOSEPH MEDICAL CENTER
Providence Saint Joseph Medical Center 501 S. Buena Vista Street Burbank, CA 91505 (818) 843-5111 • www.california.providence.org/saint-joseph.

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BEST LIVE ENTERTAINMENT GARRY MARSHALL THEATRE
Season ticketsfor the 2018/2019 4-Play MainStageseason areonsale nowand can be purchased by calling (818) 955-8101 or online at www.garrymarshalltheatre.org.

BEST INSURANCE REPRESENTATIVES ALDRICH/TAYLOR INSURANCE
We areafamily owned business that has included three generations of Taylors, as well as afriendly staff that has helped our agencycontinue to prosper in the City of Burbank..

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BEST MECHANIC GREG’S TUNE-UP
In 1992, after working foraChevroletdealership for20years,Greg Thomas decided it wastime to open his ownbusiness. Shortly after,Tino Grimaldo joined him, in 1994..

BEST MORTGAGE COMPANY AUGUSTA FINANCIAL
From them havediscoveredthe importanceofvalues in everyrelationship.Values liketrust,honesty and communication arethe most important to me. Irely on these core values in everysingle business transaction for it to be successful..

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BEST MUSIC SCHOOL BURBANK MUSIC ACADEMY
BMA has dedicated many resources to keep arts programs alive in our schools. Our Rockin’ for the Arts non-profit program has raised thousands for many schools in Burbank and beyond..

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BEST OPHTHALMOLOGY EAST VALLEY EYE CENTER
Each is adoctor,author,educator,inventor,innovator, investigator, and most importantly,afather and ahusband. Theytreat youand your eyes with the highest levelofethics, alongwith medical and surgical expertise.The practiceisdedicated to givingyou the best eyecareexperience possible.

BEST NEW RESTAURANT CALIFORNIA EATERY
Freshly squeezedjuices and smoothies are serveddaily,while our artisan coffee shop brewspremium specialty LAMILL coffee and tea. The specialty coffee and array of sweetand savorycrepes makeusone of the most elegant places to dine, yetalso averyfamily friendly establishment.

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BEST PHYSICAL THERAPY VARGO PHYSICAL THERAPY
It’sbeen apleasuretoserve the Burbank community forseven yearsnow.Led by our Clinic Director,MarcComrie, PT,DPT, OCS, our Physical Therapystaff,aides and front officestaff thoroughly enjoyhelping patients each and everyday..

BEST PLASTIC SURGEON DR. GEORGE ORLOFF
Because our center offersacomprehensivearray of surgical and non-surgical treatments, if youhaveagoalfor enhancing your body,face, or skin –ifthe solution exists, we’ll haveitfor you..

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BEST NURSE SANDY TALAMANTES
She graduated from Burbank High School (we’ll just say “a few” years ago), has been married to her husband Jess for 43 years; has three grown children: Eric, Scott and Kristin; and three grandchildren: Lana, Shane and Lilah., and a fourth on the way!.

BEST POLITICAL LEADER JESS TALAMANTES
I am honored to serve on your city council and to be voted Best Politician. I’ve spent the last 50-plus years of my life in Burbank, attending B.U.S.D. schools, raising my family and serving the residents proudly in our Fire Department and on numerous city boards and committees.

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BEST PRIVATE SCHOOL SAINT FINBAR CATHOLIC SCHOOL
We trust that the formation of our students received here at the school will enable them to become productive and effective Catholic leaders for today’s society who model Christ by serving each other and the world in love..

BEST PLUMBER VINCENT LOPORCHIO
In 1984 he opened VHL Plumbing, which specializes in new and remodel plumbing, as well as fire sprinklers for tract homes, apartments, hotels and commercial properties..

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BEST REAL ESTATE COMPANY CHRISTOPHER RIZZOTTI REALTOR
“Serving our city is a privilege; I look forward to making a difference for years to come.” Chris is a Nationwide Top Producer, Licensed Real Estate Broker, Certified Senior Real Estate Specialist, Licensed Insurance Broker, and Notary Public.

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BEST RESTAURANT GRANVILLE
The successful Granville Restaurants are more than just a concept, they are a culture. They state, “We believe that if we foster a culture of love and integrity, that success and longevity will prevail.”.

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BEST REAL ESTATE AGENT/TEAM BRAD KORB
“We are deeply honored that this is the fourth year in a row we’ve been voted Burbank’s ‘Best’ in the Readers’ Choice survey,” said Korb, who has lived in Burbank since he was a teen and has been pursuing his goal of being “the best real estate agent in town” since he began his career in the late 1970s.

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BEST DERMATOLOGIST DR. JEFF ASHLEY, M.D.
Locally, Dr. Ashley remains on staff at Providence St. Joseph Medical Center. He also serves as a clinical professor on the voluntary faculty at the Keck School of Medicine of USC, where he enjoys the opportunity to teach the medical students and dermatology residents.

BEST ROOFING PRECISE ROOFING CO.
If we have worked for you before, then please accept our appreciation. If we have not met, then please give us a call. We look forward to getting to know you and meeting your roofing needs..

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BEST SHOPPING CENTER BURBANK TOWN CENTER
Guests canalso find many newamenities including newentrances, remodeled public and family restrooms, new flooring, additional seating and an all-around moremodern looking shopping center..

BEST SPORTING GOODS BUDDY’S ALL STARS
Athletic uniforms, equipment,embroidery, silk-screening, sublimation, tackletwill, custom headwear, custom art design and Letterman jacketsare just afew of the products and services we provide from our Burbank location..

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BEST WINDOWS JON’S WINDOW & AWNING
We here at Jon’s Window & Awning want to thank you so much for your continued business..

BEST VETERINARIAN MEDIA CITY ANIMAL HOSPITAL
We also understand the many demands that face our clients everyday,and we trytomaketreating and caring foryour petasconvenient as possible. We offer drop-off appointments and email correspondencewith our staff so that navigating petcareiseasy..

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BEST WINE SELECTION URBAN PRESS WINERY
We specializeincreating custom privateevents with aSpecial Events team dedicated to the success of your event. Services include on-siteevent management,pre-planning and event day of execution..

BEST WOMEN’S CLOTHING AUDREY K BOUTIQUE AND GIFTS
We style our customerswith bold prints as well as classic silhouettes, overall creating wardrobes of beautiful, feminine clothing. We’realso always on the hunt forunique gift ideas that arekitschy,snarky,orboth!.
