Welcome to the official winners’ circle of Southern Middle Tennessee’s Finest 2025!
Thousands of votes were cast for businesses, individuals, and organizations across Coffee, Franklin, Bedford, and Moore counties — 85,659 to be exact. Nominations were accepted for two weeks in October, and the voting round featured the top two in each category.
Here are this year’s winners! From hometown favorites to rising stars, this list celebrates the people and places that make Southern Middle Tennessee such a special place to live, work, and thrive. Congratulations to all of this year’s winners!
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DIDN’T WIN THIS YEAR?
We get it everyone wants to win! Southern Middle Tennessee is full of outstanding businesses and individuals, and not everyone can take home the title each year. We encourage you to watch our websites and social media channels for next year’s contest dates and help rally your customers, clients, supporters, and family to nominate and vote!
Finest Burger: Jiffy Burger
Finest BBQ: Porky’s Pit BBQ
Finest Hot Dog: Common John Brewing Company
Finest Pizza: J&G Pizza & Steakhouse
Finest Mexican Restaurant: La Fiesta – Tullahoma
Finest Chinese/Asian Cuisine: Kami Sushi and Asian Kitchen
Finest Italian Restaurant: Ragu II
Finest Steakhouse: Boskey’s Grill
Finest Breakfast Spot: Sunrise
Finest Brunch: Sunrise
Finest Dessert Spot: Water’s Edge Chocolates
Finest Ice Cream: Legacy Creamery
Finest Coffee Shop: Java Hut
Finest Food Truck: Kaki Japanese Cuisine
Finest Fried Chicken: The Mercantile Cafe
Finest Wings: Freddie’s Restaurant
Finest Sandwich/Sub: City Sandwich Company
Finest Dine-In Restaurant: J&G Pizza & Steakhouse
Finest Fast Food: Chick-fil-A Manchester
Finest Local Brewery: Common John Brewing Company
Finest Winery: Beans Creek Winery
Finest Bartender: Christian Pennington – Common John Brewing Company
Finest Place for a Date Night: Binninger-Schwartz
Finest Caterer: The Mercantile Cafe
Finest Boutique: Reese’s Genes Boutique
Finest Gift Shop: High Cotton
Finest Florist: The Mossy Pot
Finest Jewelry Store: Woodard’s Diamonds & Design
Finest Men’s Apparel: Owen’s Provisions & Apparel
Finest Women’s Apparel: Reese’s Genes Boutique
Finest Kids Clothing Store: Sprout Children’s Shop
Finest Shoe Store: Clayton’s Shoe Store
Finest Furniture Store: Garners Furniture & Appliance Co.
Finest Home Decor: Yellow Tulip Design
Finest Appliance Store: Garners Furniture & Appliance Co.
Finest Outdoor Equipment Dealer: TriGreen Equipment
Finest Sporting Goods Store: The Sportsman’s Corner
Finest Thrift Store: The Attic Outlet
Finest Farm Supply: Coffee Farmers Co-Op
Finest Mattress Store: Garners Furniture & Appliance Co.
Finest Hardware Store: Manchester Building Supplies
Finest Fireworks Retailer: Martin’s Fireworks
Finest Grocery Store/Market: Spring Street Market
Finest Specialty Retailer: Lullette’s Sweet Shop & Bakery
Finest Auto Dealership: Al White Ford Lincoln
Finest Independent Car Dealer: Miracle Motors
Finest Auto Repair Shop: Manchester Tire & Brake
Finest Oil Change: Manchester Tire & Brake
Finest Tire Shop: Manchester Tire & Brake
Finest Car Wash: Fresh and Clean Auto Detail
Finest Auto Detailer: Fresh and Clean Auto Detail
Finest ATV/Power Sports Retailer: DC Powersports
Finest Body Shop: Rod’s Body Shop
Finest Towing Service: Mid-State Towing
Finest HVAC Company: Rusty Tensfield Heating & Cooling
Finest Electrician: Eaton Plumbing and Electrical Services
Finest Plumber: Eaton Plumbing and Electrical Services
Finest Pest Control: Sherrill Pest Control
Finest General Contractor: RBW Services
Finest Lawn Care Service: BIG Mike’s Lawn Care LLC
Finest Tree Service: Brown’s Tree & Stump Service Inc
Finest Roofing Company: Gilday Construction Group, LLC
Finest Home Builder: Gateway Builders
Finest Real Estate Agent: Steve Jernigan
Finest Real Estate Company: Steve Jernigan Realty
Finest Title Company: Access Title & Escrow
Finest Insurance Agent: Brad Davenport
Finest Cleaning Service: Coco’s Cleaning Company
Finest Storage Sheds Dealer: Sheds 365
Finest Pool & Spa Company: Clearwater Pool & Spa
Finest Flooring Store: Mills Floor Covering
Finest Hair Salon: Southern Roots Salon
Finest Barber Shop: Cutshaw’s Classic Barber Shop
Finest Nail Salon: Tammy Nail & Spa
Finest Spa: Steele Massage
Finest Massage Therapist: Angela Wells
Finest Tanning Salon: Topline- Boutique.Tanning.Wellness
Finest Personal Trainer: Kenzie Reeves
Finest Gym or Fitness Center: CrossFit Tullahoma
Finest Cosmetic Injector/Med Spa: With Grace Aesthetics
Finest Family Doctor: Dr. Jay Trussler
Finest Pediatrician: Dr. Richard M. Vaughn
Finest Dentist: Shelton Family Dentistry
Finest Orthodontist: Fogarty and Roberson Orthodontics
Finest Eye Doctor: Anderson Eye Care
Finest Local Pharmacy: Marcrom’s Pharmacy
Finest Large Chain Pharmacy: Walgreen’s Manchester
Finest Chiropractor: Brown Chiropractic & Rehab LLC
Finest Mental Health Counselor: Jessica Wilson, LPC-MHSP
Finest Therapist: Jenn Nogodula
Finest Nurse: Haley Limbaugh
Finest X-Ray Tech: Brandi Jones
Finest Walk-In Clinic: Manchester Care Clinic
Finest Hearing Aid Center: Watson Hearing Services
Finest Hospital: Vanderbilt Tullahoma – Harton Hospital
Finest Teacher: Jon Spears, Coffee County Central Highschool
Finest Principal: Adam Clark, North Coffee
Finest Coach: David Vinson, Coffee County Middle School
Finest Police Officer: Willie Young, Tullahoma PD
Finest Firefighter: Stephen Wooten, Manchester Fire and Rescue
Finest EMT: Neal Simmons, Coffee County EMS
Finest Church Pastor: Josh Konrad, Abundant Life Church
Finest Business Owner: Tiffany Hoyne, Reese’s Genes Boutique
Finest Young Entrepreneur (Under 40): Kaylyn Morgan, Premier Auto Detail
Finest Volunteer: Jennifer Simmons
Finest Place to Work: Marcrom’s Pharmacy
Finest Local Nonprofit: Dusty Elam Foundation
Finest Festival/Event: Old Timers Day
Finest Parade: Tullahoma Christmas Parade
Finest Park: Old Stone Fort State Park
Finest Place to Take the Kids: Good Game Arcade
Finest Local Landmark: The Cross in Sewanee
Finest Photographer: Andrea Moore
Finest Wedding Venue: Farrar Hill Farms
Finest Wedding Planner: Kassidy Limbaugh
Finest DJ: Shane Vaughn
Finest Pet Groomer: Happy Tails Pet Care
Finest Dry Cleaner: Fashion Care Dry Cleaners
Finest Bank: Coffee County Bank
Finest Credit Union: Ascend Federal Credit Union
Finest Loan Officer: Brent Parsley
Finest Bank Teller: Janice Talley
Finest Financial Advisor: Hayden Proffitt
Finest CPA or Tax Prep Service: Ray & Gregory, PC
Finest Mortgage Lender: New Haven Mortgage
Finest Title Loan/Check Advance: Access Title in Winchester
Finest Storage Facility: Power’s Storage, Inc.
Finest Internet Provider: Ben Lomand
Finest Printing Shop: Silver Lining Signs, Inc.
Finest Bail Bondsman: 24/7 Bail Bonding-Terry Seckler
Finest Pet Boarding/Kennel: Happy Tails Pet Care
Finest Dog Trainer: Waggs and Wiggles
Finest Pet Supply Store: Tractor Supply Manchester
Finest Equine Services: All Creatures Veterinary Clinic
Finest Veterinarian: Dr. Jeff Keele, All Creatures Veterinary Clinic
Finest Vet Clinic: All Creatures Veterinary Clinic
Finest Daycare: The Learning Ladder
Finest Preschool: Christian Learning Center
Finest After-School Program: Afterschool Journey Manchester
Finest Kids’ Birthday Party Venue: Tullahoma Lanes
Finest Children’s Activity/Enrichment Program: Wee Actors Guild at Manchester Arts Center
Finest Live Music Venue: Common John Brewing Company
Finest Karaoke Night: Common John Brewing Company
Finest Trivia Night: Granddad’s
Finest Dance Studio: Duck River Dance
Finest Bar or Pub: Common John Brewing Company
Finest Hotel: Holiday Inn Manchester
Finest Airbnb/Short-Term Rental: The Grand Lux Inn
Finest Travel Agent: Misty Weaver
Finest Public High School: Coffee County Central High School
Finest Public Middle School: Coffee County Middle School
Finest Public Elementary School: North Coffee Elementary
Finest Teacher: Holly Harris (CCMS 8th Grade)
Finest Martial Arts: Transformation Wellness & Martial Arts
Finest Florist for Events: The Mossy Pot
Finest Wedding Photographer: Andrea Moore
Finest Caterer for Events: The Mercantile Cafe
Finest Baker (Cakes & Cupcakes): Paige Bennett
Finest Formalwear/Tuxedo Rental: Owen’s Provisions & Apparel
Finest Home Health Care Provider: Adoration Home Health
Finest Assisted Living Facility: McArthur Manor Assisted Living
Finest Senior Citizens Center: Manchester and Coffee County Senior Center
Finest Local Made Product (Candles, Soaps, Jams, etc.): Just Good Products
Finest Local Farm: Weaver Farms
Finest Local Landmark to Take a Selfie: Rutledge Falls
Finest “Only in Southern Middle Tennessee” Experience: Jack Daniels Distillery
Finest Radio Station: Thunder Radio
