1. Casa Lu Al, LimaLocation: 2323 N. West St., LimaHours: 9 a.m. to 10 p.m. Monday to Thursday, 9 a.m. to 11 p.m. Friday and SaturdayPhone: 419-229-0774 Highlights: John Venturella quickly points out it's not just the polite and knowledgeable waiter or waitress at your table who deserves this award, it's the efficient kitchen staff as well. Casa has been doing it right for over 51 years. Come to Casa and let the experienced staff treat you like a king and queen.2. Vino Bellissimo, LimaLocation: 2720 Elida Road, Lima Hours: 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday and Wednesday, 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, SaturdayPhone: 419-221-1010 Highlights: Vino Bellissimo will help you build a sense of confidence when choosing the proper wine. Whether you are having a dinner, engagement or wedding party, the staff at Vino Bellissimo will make sure you are choosing correctly. 3. Biggby Coffee, LimaLocation: 717 N. Cable Road, Lima Hours: 6 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday to Saturday, 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. Sunday Phone: 419-999-9262Highlights: The goal of every assistant at Biggby Coffee is to daily produce a coffee fanatic. Each hand picked staff member is trained for two weeks to learn the many drinks available before waiting on customers. Don't hesitate to ask questions of the Biggby staff. They've got the answers.SPECIAL MENTION:Menard's, Lima; Buffalo Wild Wings, Lima; Bob Evans, Lima.
Video: Candlelight vigil honors slain Lima mother
Tara Cutlip, 21 and pregnant with her second child, was shot and killed Saturday in her Bahama Drive home. Loved ones gather in front of Tara's home to remember her and speak out against domestic violence.

