Meet the winners and finalists of our Readers’ Choice Poll.
I remember when I first moved to Edina. It was July, and part of the city’s welcome basket was a copy of Edina Magazine. That Best of Edina issue was integral to me. I learned about where to get my hair done, which OB-GYN may be ideal for me, which daycare could help me take care of my toddlers and which restaurant was perfect for a date night. I’m also an avid shopper. My favorite thing to do is tell people who compliment me on whatever I’m wearing, “Oh, I got this at ! You should totally get one, too!” The Best of Edina issue is what told me about local shops in our city.
Then, like you, I eagerly awaited to cast my own vote, which happens January 1–31 every year. I’d look forward to the announcement of finalists online in March, so I could make a note of them and visit each one. I’d even rank them on my own and compare them to how everyone else voted each July when the results were finally released. (Can you tell that I take the Best of Edina seriously?)
I adore the Best of Edina because I know how important it is to the residents and businesses in our city.
So without further ado, let’s celebrate our winners and finalists that represent businesses and service providers that are based in the community and/or serve the Edina area.
The results are listed in order of placement: first, second and third and, in some cases, a tie.—Feroza Mehta
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Dining
Best Bakery
Best Bar, Brewery or Distillery
Best Breakfast or Brunch
Best Burger
Best Desserts or Ice Cream
Best International Cuisine
Best Outdoor Dining Space
Best Pizza
Best Plant-Based or Vegan Menu
Best Restaurant
Abode
Best Custom Home Builder
Best Garden Center
Best Home Décor or Furniture Store
Best Interior Design Firm
Best Landscape Design Service
Best Remodeler
Best Senior Living Residence
Self-Care
Best Barbershop
Best Boutique Fitness or Yoga Studio
Best Hair Salon
Best Manicure and Pedicure
Best Massage
Best Med Spa (must have licensed physician on site)
Best Spa (for skin care and body and beauty treatments)
Wellness
Best Chiropractic Practice
Best Cosmetic Surgery Practice
- Edina Plastic Surgery
- Prischmann
- Tie: Hilger Face Center; Midwest Facial Plastic Surgery; Zel Skin & Laser Specialists
Best Dental Practice
Best Dermatology Practice
Best Eye Care Practice
Best Family Medicine Practice
Best Holistic Wellness Practice
Best OB-GYN Practice
Best Orthodontic Practice
Best Pediatric Practice
Learning
Best Dance Studio
Best Language Immersion Program or School
- Normandale Elementary French Immersion School
- Edina Daycare Spanish Immersion
- International Spanish Language Academy
Best Learning or Tutoring Center
Best Preschool Program
Best Swim School or Lessons
Pet Care
Best Dog-Friendly Business (dining or retail venue)
Best Dog Park
- Van Valkenburg Park
- Edina Dog Park
- Bryant Lake
Best Pet Boarding or Daycare Service
Best Pet Grooming Service
Best Veterinarian Practice
Shops
Best Apparel Boutique
Best Florist
Best Gift Shop
- Bean + Ro
- Patina
- Serge + Jane
Best Jewelry Store
Best Specialty Food or Kitchen Store
Leisure
Best Beach, Open Space or Park
- Centennial Lakes Park
- Lake Harriet
- Arden Park
Best Date Night Spot
Best Outdoor Spot for Graduation Photos
- Centennial Lakes Park
- Arneson Acres
- Lake Harriet Rose Garden
Best Place for Family Activities
- Centennial Lakes Park
- Edinborough Park
- Life Time Fitness
Best Venue to Watch Fourth of July Fireworks
- Rosland Park
- Interlachen Country Club
Best of the West Metro
Best Alpine Hill or Nordic Ski Trail
Best Biking or Hiking Trail
- Hyland Lake Park Reserve
- Nine Mile Creek
- Bredesen Park
Best Bridal or Formal Wear Store
Best Family Photographer
Best Financial Services (financial planners, wealth management, estate planning, etc.)
Best Golf Course
Best Law Practice
Best Music School
Best Outdoor Skating Rink
- Centennial Lakes Park
- Arden Park
- Pamela Park
Best Private School
Best Professional Theater
Best Staycation Hotel
Best Summer Camp
Best Wedding Photographer or Videographer
Best Wedding Venue
Best Winery