Winner: Frost Bank
Multiple locations
Banks can be hard to love. But Current readers clearly have a crush on San Antonio-based Frost Bank. The 155-year-old financial institution has won 14 J.D. Power Awards for "Highest Customer Satisfaction with Consumer Banking in Texas," which explains a lot. Beyond that, its customer service representatives are in-state, and they're available 24/7. It's clear Frost's "based here, best here" history gives customers a lot to feel good about.
2. Lone Star National Bank
Multiple locations
3. USAA Federal Savings Bank
Multiple locations
Winner: Townsend Barbershop
1014 Townsend Ave.
(210) 473-2033
instagram.com/townsendbarbershop
Alamo Heights' tiny Townsend Barbershop has just three chairs and two barbers, but it's clearly got an outsized following. Owner Sweet Ayala and her hair-cutting compatriot Chris the Barber draw online raves for their skills with clippers and scissors. The shop's intimate, old-time vibes also helps explain the loyalty of its customers. There's no TV, and Ayala discourages cell phone conversations inside the small shop's confines. The end result is a business that captures the feel of barbershops of old — a spot where folks can catch up and engage in camaraderie. "People like our laid-back vibe," Ayala said. "We keep it true to the old barbershop way. Nobody talks about politics and religion. We're just chill."
2. Matador Men's Grooming
Multiple locations
3. North Star Barber Shop
Multiple locations
Winner: The Bubble Bath Car Wash
Multiple locations
2. Club Car Wash
Multiple locations
3. New Shine Auto Bath & Detailing
1216 Hoefgen Ave.
(210) 270-8218