Best barber — Alan Bailey, Peroxide Beauty and Barbershop
The hairstyling business is built around regular clients, and Alan Bailey has a lot of regulars: more than 300, by his count. Bailey has been cutting hair in the South Bay for 14 years, and now mans a chair at Peroxide in Hermosa Beach. Every client is different, he says, so the key is to […]
Best motel — Sea Sprite
An affordable mainstay in rapidly changing Hermosa Beach, the Sea Sprite has an unbeatable location, sitting steps from the sand and the attractions on Pier Plaza. “Clean, comfortable and family-friendly,” is how employee Kristen Greenwald describes the Sea Sprite. There’s a variety of rooms to meet travellers’ needs, from economy units to the motel’s two-bedroom […]
Best gift shop — Gum Tree
Nestled into a craftsman bungalow built in 1911, Gum Tree boasts big, ocean-view windows, and is happy to let the sun shine on its wares.The Hermosa favorite is known for its home decorations, and for its jewelry. “You should be able to come in and find a gift for anyone on your list,” said owner […]
Best Antique Shop — Stars Antiques
Among the treasures to pass through the doors of Stars Antiques are a full suit of armor and a camera owned by Alfred Hitchcock. The Hermosa shop has been doing business for 20 years, and the secret has been finding something for everybody, not just the seasoned sifter. “We try to provide an environment where […]
A Fish out of water
Olympic gold medal swimmer Rebecca Soni transitions to life outside the pool Challenges are nothing new for Rebecca Soni. The six-time Olympic medal-winning swimmer has overcome health issues and competition against the best swimmers in the world, yet new ventures after her retirement have the competitor equally determined and excited as she was during […]
Police Beat in Redondo Beach: Late night chase and neighborhood watch
Late-night stolen vehicle pursuit Redondo Beach police arrested a man following a stolen vehicle pursuit early Tuesday morning. Around 12:30 a.m. on March 8, police were called to the area of Catalina Avenue and Sapphire Street to investigate a disturbance call involving a pickup truck. After identifying the truck in question, officers attempted to […]
Best Neighborhood Gym – South Bay Trainer
Nationally certified trainers provide quality, affordable personal training in a comfortable, friendly community atmosphere. A broad spectrum of workouts is offered for youth to seniors, from bodybuilders and fitness buffs to the overweight. No contracts, sign-up, cancellation or membership fees and multiple clients at the same time keep prices low. Owner/Head Trainer Josh Sola lost […]
Best Carpet – Fred’s Carpets Plus
Family owned and operated, Fred’s Carpets Plus has provided flooring and window treatments since 1946 and employs a large staff of fully insured, factory trained installation specialists. With prompt, reliable service at volume discount pricing, Fred’s offers a large selection of carpeting, area rugs, wood, ceramic, stone, laminates, and vinyl flooring, as well as draperies, […]
Best Furniture – Living Spaces
Located across the parking lot from the South Bay Galleria, this chain showroom sells a range of classic and contemporary home furnishings, decor items and bedding. The Revive Sleep Center is fully stocked with brand name mattresses and foundations. 1519 Hawthorne Blvd, Redondo Beach. (877) 266-7300. Livingspaces.com
Best Pool Services – Leslie’s Swimming Pool Supplies
Leslie’s Swimming Pool Supplies has one of the nation’s best selection of pool cleaners, pool chemicals, pool heaters, pool pumps and pool filters for above ground pool, in ground pool or spa. Leslie’s also sells water toys, parts and hardware. 5054 W 190th St, Torrance. (310) 371-7272. Lesliespool.com
Best Motorcycle Dealer – Del Amo Motorsports
A leader in Southern California’s Powersports industry, Del Amo Motorsports carries a wide variety of motorcycles, dirt bikes, scooters, UTVs, side by sides, ATVs and personal watercraft. Accessories, apparel, parts and service are also available. “We have a spacious showroom that is like a toy store for adults,” general manager Ricardo Hueso said. “We know […]
Best Car Wash – Rock ‘n Roll Carwash
The brainchild of Ken Crow and Chris McKenna, Rock-n-Roll Carwash offers fun and friendly experience in full-service car washing and detailing complete with nostalgic decor and music. State of the art equipment and a computerized car wash control system ensures vehicle receive the finest car wash available. 1000 Pacific Coast Hwy, Hermosa Beach. (310) 379-5757.Rocknrollcarwashhermosa.com
Best of the Beach 2016, Best Neighborhood Shopping Center: Riviera Village
Redondo Beach’s Jeff Ginsburg, District 1 City Councilman, couldn’t have been any less surprised that his district’s Riviera Village has a Best of the Beach award to call its own. “Of course it did! Where else would you want to go shopping?” he said. Riviera Village is filled with clothing boutiques, dining options, art stores, […]
Best Plumbing – Mattucci Plumbing
Serving the South Bay since 1990, Mattucci Plumbing offers 24-hour service seven days a week for its residential, commercial and industrial clients at a competitive rate. Free estimates are available during regular business hours. “We strive to treat every customer like they are our only customer,” operations manager Mike Fear said. 14519 S. Western Ave. Gardena, […]
Best Tile Store – Simply Tiles
Professional designers experienced in construction help make the kitchen, bathroom and hardscape remodeling dreams of their customers become a reality. “We are much more than a tile store. We are a design center,” said Carlos Audero, who has owned the business since 1998. “We sell ceramic and natural stone, manufacture cabinets and countertops, we […]
Best of the Beach 2016, Best Golf Course: Lakes at El Segundo
A municipal golf course owned by the City of El Segundo and falling under the umbrella of the City’s Parks and Recreation department, the 9-hole Lakes at El Segundo offers numerous ways for members of the public to relax, knock a few balls around, and enjoy a day outside. Lakes at El Segundo, 400 […]