Bowl Games: Pier Restroom a Little Behind in Rankings
We have a contender, but the Santa Monica Pier restroom is up against some sparkling competition
By JONATHAN LLOYD
Updated 11:00 AM PDT, Thu, Jul 29, 2010
In the race for America's Best Public Restroom, the facility on Santa Monica Pier ranks among the best -- just not the top-five best.
Although the restroom is among the bottom five, just making the list of finalists is a reason to be flush with pride. 
The pier bathroom got high marks for its "whimsical architecture. And the roof design was inspired by ocean waves and roller coasters. The decor celebrates the pier's 100th anniversary.
The annual poll is conducted by Cincinnati-based Cintas Corporation. For years, we've lobbied for an impossible-to-understand rankings system, but the rankings are determined by online vote. Vistors take a photo tour of each facility before picking a favorite.
The Best Restroom will be announced in September. Last year's winner was a facility in the Shoji Tabuchi Theater in Branson, Mo.
Rankings, as of July 29:
1. Grand America Hotel, Salt Lake City: It has Italian marble, bronze and crystal chandeliers.
2. The Fountain on Locust, St. Louis: Hand-painted murals are a nice touch.
3. Bryant Park, New York: A full-time attendant, flowers and sceneted oils.
4. Embassy Theatre, Fort Wayne, Indiana: An Egyptian design and fireplaces.
5. The Muse Hotel, New York: Each restroom has a different theme.
First Published: Jul 29, 2010 10:44 AM PDT
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