Best General Contractor went to CBT Construction, Best Local Celebrity was Reef the fox, and Best Tourist Attraction was awarded to Islamorada’s Theater of the Sea. Pictured from left are Joe Babino, of CBT Construction; Nicole Navarro, Pawsitive Beginnings Inc. founder; and Lindsay Babino, of Theater of the Sea.
What’s better than one Best of Upper Keys plaque hanging on the wall? Well, two. Thirty-five finalists in this year’s Best of Upper Keys successfully defended their crown after coming away winners in their respective categories in last year’s inaugural event. Prized plaques were up for grabs in the food and drink, business and community divisions. Winners can be found here.
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Bud N’ Marys – Best Marina
Mike and Jill Atwell, of C&C Wood Fire Eats – Best Happy Hour
Mike and Jill Atwell, of C&C Wood Fire Eats – Best Pizza
Pierre-Marc and Alex Bellion, of Tavernier’s Cafe Moka – Best Coffee
Capt. Craig’s and Craig Belcher – Best Fish Sandwich
Caribbean Club – Best Sunset
CBT Construction – Best General Contractor
Best General Contractor went to CBT Construction, Best Local Celebrity was Reef the fox, and Best Tourist Attraction was awarded to Islamorada’s Theater of the Sea. Pictured from left are Joe Babino, of CBT Construction; Nicole Navarro, Pawsitive Beginnings Inc. founder; and Lindsay Babino, of Theater of the Sea.
DePaula’s Jewelers – Best Jewelry Store
Key Largo’s Doc’s Diner – Best Breakfast
Florida Keys Brewing Co. – Best Live Music Venue
Gigantical Nautical Flea Market – Best Event
Rob Stober, of Hershoff Lupino & Yagel – Best Law Firm
Hog Heaven – Best Late Night Spot
Holly Merrill Raschein – Best Elected Official
Island Hammock Pet Hospital – Best Veterinary Clinic
Lazy Days Restaurant – Best Waterfront Dining
MarrVelous Pet Rescues – Best Nonprofit
Key Largo’s Mrs. Mac’s – Best Key Lime Pie
Ocean Sotheby’s International Realty – Best Real Estate Office
Plantation Key Colony – Best Neighborhood
Price Automotive – Best Auto Service
Nicole Navarro, of Pawsitive Beginnings Inc, with pillow Reef. Reef won Best Celebrity
Islamorada Mayor Buddy Pinder holds the Best Bloody Mary plaque, which went to Robbie’s in Islamorada.
Silvestri Team – Best Realtor/Team
Square Grouper Islamorada – Best Lunch
Square Grouper Islamorada – Best Overall Restaurant
Theater of the Sea – Best Tourist Attraction
Key Largo School’s Tiffany Zepeda – Best Educator
Tolley & Hill CPA – Best Accounting Firm
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