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Readers' Choice 2012

Friday, August 17, 2012

Final Day to Pick Readers' Choices

You have until 11:59 tonight to vote for Barrington's Readers' Choice nominees in 25 categories; don't wait.

Today is the final day to vote for Barrington’s Readers' Choice nominees. You have until 11:59 pm tonight, Aug. 17, to vote in the 25 categories. You must make up your mind today. Pick your favorite Barrington place to eat or hang out or take a walk or go shopping or work out or get your hair done or buy flowers or a greeting card or eat ice cream, a bagel, a sandwich, fries, a pizza and a calzone. And more. In short, you get one final chance today to say who you think is best in Barrington in those 25 categories if you have waited until the end. Click on the category below to vote. You must be registered with Patch. Here are the categories: Food & Drink Best pizza shop Best sandwich shop Best ice cream Best place for romantic dinner Best …

Friday, June 29, 2012

Have You Made a Nomination Yet?

We want you to nominate your Barrington favorites in 25 categories in our new Readers' Choice competition.

Have you made a nomination for Readers’ Choice yet? There are 25 categories. You can nominate your favorite Barrington place to eat or hang out or take a walk or go shopping or work out or get your hair done or buy flowers or a greeting card or eat ice cream, a bagel, a sandwich, fries, a pizza and a calzone. Many more. In short, you get to say who you think is best in Barrington in those 25 categories. Make your nominations to any of the 25 Readers' Choice stories by clicking on them below. I think it's obvious by now that we want you to help Patch pick the best in Barrington by entering your nominations in each one of these categories. Click on the category below and then place your nomination in the comments stream at the bottom of the …

Friday, May 4, 2012

Readers Pick Tyler Point Grille for Mom

Readers in the weekly Patch poll on their favorite place in Barrington to take mom on Mother's Day choose Tyler Point Grille.

Tyler Point Grille is the favorite place in Barrington to take mom for a delicious meal on her day. The popular restaurant on Barton Avenue garnered 42 percent of the votes in the most recent Readers' Choice Patch poll. The poll ran this week before ending this morning at 9 am. It asked voters to pick the best spot in Barrington to treat your mom on Mother's Day. Four other restaurants garnered 12 to 18 percent of the votes, making the run for second place a bit of a battle. Chiazza Trattoria & Bar came in second with 18 percent. Billy's restaurant got 15 percent. Madigan's Cafe & Wine Bar and Tong-D Fine Thai Cuisine got 12 percent each. Maybe it's the reputation of the food at Tyler Point Grille, managed by owner and head chief Brian …

In this Article:

Madigan's Cafe and Wine Bar (CLOSED), Chiazza Trattoria & Bar (Closed), Billy's, and 2 more ›

Monday, April 30, 2012

Readers' Choice: Best for Mother's Day Brunch?

Where is the best place in Barrington to take your mom for brunch on Mother's Day?

Mother's Day is just two weeks away, which means it's time to start brainstorming that perfect way to say "Thanks, Mom." A homemade card or a new necklace are sure to delight, but so, too, will a nice meal at a local restaurant. This week, we want to know: Which local restaurant offers the best Mother's Day Brunch? Is it Tyler Point Grille, with its new outside balcony for dining, on Barton Avenue? How about a two-time Readers' Choice winner: Billy's restaurant in the Maple Avenue plaza? Maybe your mom loves Thai food. Try Tong-D Fine Thai Cuisine on Bosworth Street. How about Madigan's Cafe and Wine Bar on County Road in the Prince's Hill Plaza? Or that eatery's neighbor in the same plaza, Chiazza Trattoria & Bar? Vote in our poll below, …

In this Article:

Tyler Point Grille Adds Patio Dining, Billy's, Tong-D Fine Thai Cuisine, and 2 more ›

Saturday, April 28, 2012

Readers' Pick Best Florists in RI

Nothing says it like flowers and Patch readers pick the best places to buy a floral arrangement in Rhode Island.

For Mother's Day, a get well gift or for a romantic gesture for that special someone, nothing says it like flowers. Patch readers choose their favorite places to pick up a floral arrangement. It's the classic romantic gesture ... showing up on her doorstep with a bouquet of her favorite flowers. But if you truly want to make an impression, no ordinary convenience store bouquet will do. You need an artistic arrangement from the people who know the trade best. So where do you go to find the best blooms? Patch wanted to help readers decide which florists create the best arrangements in town. We asked readers throughout the state which shop in their town is their favorite. After five days of voting, the winners are in. Check out which florists…

In this Article:

Flowers by The Station (in Attleboro Patch), Wild Flower Florist & Garden Center, The Greenery (in Bristol-Warren Patch), and 12 more ›

Monday, April 23, 2012

Readers' Choice: Best Florist in Town?

Who is your favorite florist in Barrington? Vote in the weekly Readers' Choice poll.

If a woman in your life says "don't bother buying me flowers," you're probably better off doing it anyway. Why? Because no matter how traditional of a gift they are, flowers are an immediate pick-me-up. They're fresh, colorful and quite the pleasant surprise. That said, you can't give just any flowers. (Forgo the carnations and don't even think about picking a few out of the front lawn.) Make it a bouquet, the bigger the better. Roses always win. Luckily, there are dedicated local florists who can help you get it right. This week, we want to know: Which florist in Barrington is your favorite? Is it Daisy Dig'ins Florist & Gifts on Maple Avenue? Wild Flower Florist and Garden Center on Waseca Avenue? How about Flowers Galore 'N More in the …

In this Article:

Daisy Dig'ins Florist & Gifts, Wild Flower Florist & Garden Center, Flowers Galore N' more, and 2 more ›

Monday, April 16, 2012

Readers' Choice: Best Sandwich Spot?

What's your favorite place to grab a sandwich in Barrington?

A sandwich is a quick-and-easy meal and on most menus, it's the most reliable pick when you're not sure about the other food. It's also usually the cheapest thing you can order. But as easy as it is to make a great sandwich, only a few places offer a truly awe-inspiring sandwich. You know, the one that you can't help but order even when you know there are more sophisticated dishes on the menu. This week, we want to know: Which restaurant or deli serves up the best sandwich in Barrington? Is it Billy's restaurant or Madigan's Cafe -- both previous Readers' Choice winners? How about Tyler Point Grille or Chiazza Trattoria & Bar? Or D'Angelo Grilled Sandwiches and Bagels Etc.? Then there is Newport Creamery and Miz Fibz Deli & Cafe. And …

In this Article:

Billy's, Madigan's Cafe and Wine Bar (CLOSED), Tyler Point Grille, and 10 more ›

Jean C. MacCorison

10:12 pm on Thursday, April 19, 2012

For devotees of Princes Hill Deli, have you tried Miz Fibz? You'll feel "at home" quickly. There is a varied menu with frequent tasty specials. Vicki (Miz Fibz} is an ex-cellent and innovative cook and is most accommodating to special needs or requests. Servings are generous and attractively presented. I've become a "regular."   more ›

Monday, April 2, 2012

Readers' Choice: Best Place to Get Your Taxes Done?

It's tax time. Tell us where to get the best deal at the last minute.

It's April, and with this month's showers comes the annual tax filing deadline. Will your tax return aim a little sunshine into a rainy day, or do you need to settle with the state and Uncle Sam, ASAP? Having the right person to sort through all the forms and deductions can be a huge relief during a stress-filled time of the year.  This week, we want to know: Where do you take your taxes when time is running short? Do you prefer Account-Eze on County Road? Or R. Gary Clark Associates in Bay Spring ? How about a CPA: Barbara M. Holmes or John J. Accinno or Chris E. Conti or Cindy Johnson-Canha or Christopher Anderson? How about Heather Satterley or PRT Associates or Mathewson Associates or John Apice Tax Service? Or maybe you prefer to go …

In this Article:

Account-Eze, R. Gary Clark Associates, Barbara M. Holmes, CPA, and 1 more ›

Monday, March 26, 2012

Readers' Choice: Favorite Spot to Buy Your Sunday Best?

Which local store is your preferred place to shop for your Sunday best? Especially for Easter?

Spring is here and many of us are thinking about adding some warmer-weather apparel to our closets. With Easter just two weeks away, perhaps you're on the hunt for that perfect Sunday outfit. This week, we want to know: which store in Barrington is your favorite place to shop for your Sunday best? Do you prefer Loft? How about Talbots? Or Feminine Fancies, celebrating its 30th year in business on April 1? Do you like Teddy Bearskins for your kids? Vote in our poll below, then share your thoughts in the comments section. If we left your favorite store off the list, note that in the comments as well. We'll leave the poll up all week then close voting at 9 a.m. Friday. At noon that day, we'll share your top local pick. Then be sure to watch …

In this Article:

Loft, Talbots, Feminine Fancies, and 1 more ›

Saturday, March 24, 2012

Readers' Choice: Best Places to Play

Check out these top outdoor spots in the state — as voted by Patch readers — and add your choice to the comments section below.

While the temperatures are forecast to dip closer to normal in the coming days, last week's brush with summer was a reminder that long days spent outdoors are just around the corner. Patch wanted to help readers decide where to head out on their next outdoor excursion. We asked readers throughout Patch land which park or playground is their favorite. After five days of voting, the winners are in. Check out which parks Patch readers think are the best of the best and support your favorite in the comments section below. And when the summer weather returns — or even before ... it's not like it's going to get THAT cold — check out the top parks and let us know how your visit went. Even better, upload a photo of your excursion for inclusion in …

In this Article:

Capron Park (in Attleboro Patch), Barrington Beach, State of Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management - Division of Parks and Recreation (in Bristol-Warren Patch), and 11 more ›

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