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SPOTLIGHT ON 2019 WINNERS
YOU VOTED, THEY WON
BEST PLACES TO RELAX
BEST DAY SPA
Christie & Co. Salon Spa
Bayside’s Award-winning Christie
& Co. Salon Spa has been a one stop
shop for all things pampering for 40
years, offering a wide range of spa
and beauty services. Recognized as an
industry leader in trends and fashion,
Lois Christie, C.E.O. and hair color
director, has been acknowledged
by the mayor’s office as one of the
most successful businesswomen in
Queens. Christie and Co.’s award-winning
team has been featured in “W”
magazine “Best of Salons,” and is
known for their long-time policy
of training continuously. 23-64
Bell Blvd., Bayside, (718) 225-7766,
christiesalon.com
BEST COFFEE SHOP (Tie)
Sweetleaf
Come into Sweetleaf for the best coffee
shop experience in the borough.
The shop opened their first location
in 2008 in an old building featuring
original tin ceilings and walls dating
back to the late 1800s. They are known
for their coffee that they roast themselves,
experimenting with technology
to create the perfect drink every
time. The shop also has a record room
in the back where customers can look
through hundreds of vinyls and play
whatever they like, from classical to
rock music. Come in to try a brew for
yourself, and stick around to enjoy
their unique atmosphere. 10-93
Jackson Ave, Long Island City (917)
832-6726, sweetleafcoffee.com
Coffeed
Coffeed’s flagship location is more
than your ordinary coffee shop.
The 3,000 square foot space has
tons of seating, a full-service café,
a roasting facility, a bar with local
beers and wines, and the Brooklyn
Grange’s acre-sized rooftop farm
where much of their produce is
grown. The large space is perfect for
events of all kinds for groups of all
sizes. Coffeed has 12 total locations,
more than half of which are right
here in Queens. They are known
for their great locally sourced coffee
and for being a charity-minded
local business. 3718 Northern Blvd,
Long Island City, 718-606-1299,
coffeednyc.com
BEST WINE BAR
BLVD Wine Bar
BLVD Wine Bar, which was voted
Best of Queens in 2017, has made a
comeback as the borough’s wine bar
champion of 2019.. They offer a variety
of wines, champagne, cocktails,
spirits, craft beers, artisanal cheeses
and more. BLVD Wine Bar strives
to create a friendly, unpretentious
environment where people can come
and try new wine together. The list of
wines they offer is always changing,
so even if you have been to the wine
bar before, come visit again and try
something new. BLVD has a warm
atmosphere and a private back room
perfect for parties, and their friendly
staff is willing to answer any questions
you may have to help you find
your new favorite wine. 4720 Center
Blvd, Long Island City, 718-440-8520,
blvdlic.com
BEST MOVIE THEATER
Cinemart Cinemas
See a great film in the lap of luxury
and without breaking the bank at
Cinemart Cinemas. The Forest Hills
moviehouse is the oldest continuously
operated independent theater
in Queens, beginning as a 1,500 seat
single screen theater in 1925 called
Metropolis. In the early ‘60s the
theater was bought by New York art
exhibitor who renamed it Cinema
Art. It became a twin theatre in the
‘70s, and the name was eventually
shortened to Cinemart. Today, the
cinema features five screens with a
Dolby Digital sound system for an
immersive movie experience. The
newest addition is a lounge area with
a working fireplace where guests
can enjoy food and drinks before
their movie. 160-03 Metropolitan
Ave., Forest Hills, (718) 261-2244,
cinemartcinemas.com
BEST BOOK STORE
Astoria Bookshop
For the best read, head on over
to Astoria Bookshop. Founded in
2012, this 31st Street gem has come
a long way. Today, patrons can
check the shop’s shelves ahead of
time, via its own website, on which
happy readers can order books to
be shipped right to the store. To
boot, book-lovers can become a part
of the Queens bookstore’s beloved
book club, which meets monthly
and enjoys page-turners together.
Renowned for its large selection and
quaint, personal touches, Astoria
Bookshop also offers story time for
kids and creative writing workshops.
What more could you ask for? 31-
29 31st St, Astoria, (718) 278-2665,
astoriabookshop.com
BEST TANNING SALON
Beach Bum Tanning
You don’t need to plan a beach day
to get that bronze color you desire
this summer. Beach Bum Tanning
features the best selection of modern
indoor tanning equipment
on the market today. They house
several different types of tanning
beds and amenities from facial
and shoulder tanners, cooling fans
and even aromatherapy packages.
Beach Bum offers custom tailored
memberships, packages, and
beach pass programs to clients
to give an optimized experience
created just for them. 30-85 Steinway
Street, Astoria, 718-777-7708,
beachbum.com
HURRY UP AND VOTE FOR 2020!
Vote every day through August 21st for your favorite businesses
and people in the 2020 Bethpage Best of the Boro program.
Step 1: Visit bestof.qns.com
Step 2: Click "Vote Now"
Step 3: Click on a category, scroll down to a subcategory, and click the
VOTE button next to your favorite person or company
Step 4: Register with your email address and name
Step 5: Keep voting for your favorites in all categories, from
Restaurants to Arts and Entertainment
To find all of the other 2019 Bethpage Best of the Boro winners head to
bestof.qns.com and call 718-260-2554 with any questions
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