The Best Of... - Best of South Kitsap - 2012

The 5th annual South Kitsap

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Best of 2012

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he Port Orchard Chamber and Shop SK First Committee are happy to present the 5th Annual Best of SK Awards!

Thank you to the hundreds of community individuals who went online to vote and returned ballots. Congratulations to the hundreds and hundreds of South Kitsap Businesses, individuals and ‘places’ who were nominated and to the approximately 150 finalists! And a special thanks to the Port Orchard Independent for being our partner on this project for the last five years!

We love hearing about who you like, where you like to spend your time and money and eat, and who you like to do business with. There are, of course, MANY other categories of businesses and services not represented on our ballot-- but we try to keep the categories to around 50 to keep the project manageable!

South Kitsap community—you should know you have many loyal customers, friends and family who support you!

As always, the Port Orchard Chamber and our shop local committee encourage you to SHOP SK First when you are spending your hard earned money. Join us in supporting our local businesses!

Coreen Haydock Executive Director Port Orchard of Commerce

Thank You to our

Business Showcase Exibitors Cedar Cove Inn Port Orchard Bay St. Association Rose Nails Salon Hi-Joy Bowl Fathoms O Fun Association Serv-Pro of Kitsap County Capriccio Catering Western WA Center for the Arts Port of Bremerton Mary Kay Cosmetics/Joyce Scott Kitsap Bank Reliable Storage Trophy Lake Golf & Casting

Chamber of Commerce

Kitsap Conference Center Butokukan Karate Harrison Medical Center Key Bank Stafford Healthcare at Ridgemont Barry Doll Agency/American Family Insurance Wavebroadband MoonDogs Too Stafford Suites Port Orchard Pavilion Port Orchard Independent

Chamber of Commerce

Port Orchard

Port Orchard

EXCEPTIONAL SERVICES FOR EXCEPTIONAL SENIORS

Look what’s included in your monthly rent: 24 Hour on-site Licensed Nursing Staff Services available to meet your individual care needs All utilities including expanded basic cable TV Delicious Restaurant Dining Scheduled Transportation (medical and shopping) Respite and Hospice Care Studio, One and Two Bedroom Apartments Pets Welcome!

All of this with warm hearts and friendly smiles from staff who love what they do!

Call today to schedule your complimentary lunch & tour.

Thank You South Kitsap

Voted Best Senior Living Community 5 Consecutive Years!

Assisted Living 1761 Pottery Avenue Port Orchard, WA 98366

(360) 874-1212

www.staffordsuites.com

Best of 2012

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And The Winners Are...

Best Service

Auto Repair

Car Wash

Nowka’s Automotive Inc. Ken’s Auto Body Inc.

Winner

Cruisen’ Carwash and Detail Center

Finalists

76 Gas Station on Bay Chevron on Sidney

Hair Salon Winner

Brass Ring Salon & Day Spa

Finalists

Stafford Suites in Port Orchard Sugar Daddy’s Salon

Finalists

Winner

Kitsap Bank Bank of America

Finalists

Fitness Club

Wiley’s Collision Repair

Nail Salon

Winner

Olympic Fitness Club

Finalists

Winner

Annapolis Fitness Westcoast Fitness

Finalists

Landscape Co.

Rose Nails

Century Nails & Spa Brass Ring Salon & Day Spa

Financial Institution Winner

Kitsap Credit Union

“Without You, We Are Nothing”

Winner

Terrascapes by that Plant Guy

Finalists

West Sound Landscape Supplies Nature’s Design

Staff Photo

Located on Pottery Avenue, Stafford’s Suites is voted Number One in the Adult Living Center category. Pictured: Residents, Margaret Bauer and Marjorie Carroll and Executive Director, Denise Hoyt.

Thank-you South Kitsap For Your Votes I am pleased to be your pets’ groomer at Woodside Animal Hospital!

Thank You! 360.895.7838 | sugardaddyssalon.com | Bay Street, Port Orchard

1601 Woods Rd. SE, Port Orchard (360) 871-3335

Thank You For Voting Miller Chiropractic Best Chiropractor of South Kitsap “Life is Better When You’re Well Adjusted.”

Dr. Miller is a member of the USGA Health & Wellness team for the US Open Golf Championships.

Thank You South Kitsap For Your Votes!

873 Bethel Avenue Port Orchard, Wa.

Antiques ~ Furniture ~ Glassware Jewelry ~ Books and Collectables

www.millerfamilychiro.com

801 Bay Street ~ Downtown Port Orchard Mon-Sat 10am-5:30pm • Sun 11am-5pm 895-1902

(360)360-1500

Valerie Owen Groomer

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Best of 2012

Tire Store

Real Estate Company

Winner

Les Schwab Tire Center

Winner

Finalists

John L. Scott Real Estate

Big O Tires Affordable Tires & Automotive

Windermere Real Estate RE/MAX Town & Country

Grocery Stores

Staff Photo

Mechanic Tobias Reames changing oil at Nowka’s Automotive, Inc. Nowka’s is a finalist in the Best Auto Repair category.

Adult Living Center

Finalists

New Auto Dealer

Winner

Albertson’s (Olney and Sidney)

Winner

Winner

Finalists

Bruce Titus Port Orchard Ford

Fred Meyer Port Orchard Safeway

Stafford Suites in Port Orchard

Finalists

Stafford Healthcare at Ridgemont Life Care Center of Port Orchard

Finalists

Grey Chevrolet

Pharmacy

Used Auto Dealer

Winner

Storage Business

South Park Pharmacy

Winner

Winner

Finalists

Sound Storage

Dick Vlist Motors Inc.

Walgreens Fred Meyer Port Orchard

Finalists

Finalists

Grey Chevrolet Bruce Titus Port Orchard Ford

Mile Hill Self Storage Port Orchard Mini Storage

Hi Joy B wl Where The Fun Begins

Thank You

Loyal customers & employees 42 Amazing Years Watch for Specials and Events ALL SUMMER LONG! 1011 Bethel Ave. Port Orchard

(360) 876-8111

Thank You For Your Votes!

I truly appreciate your continued support.

We carry fashion jewelry, scarves and other accessories. All accessories are reasonably priced under $40 for guilt free shopping. Every girl deserves a little bling to brighten their day. As a customer, you are number “one” to me.

Thank you, Mercedes Baudrand Owner & Designer

That’s Beautiful!

140 Harrison Ave. • Port Orchard • 360-895-3052 • Tues. - Fri. 11am-6pm • Sat. 11am-5pm

Dick VLIST

MOTORS, INC. Thank You SouTh kiTSap For Your BuSineSS!

Serving You For Over 50 Years Quality Cars For Less!

We Work For You

514 BAY STREET, PORT ORCHARD • 876-4428 • 1-888-600-4428

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Gift Shop Winner

South Park Pharmacy

Finalists

Springhouse Dolls and Gifts That’s Beautiful

Antique Store Winner

Old Central Antique Mall

Finalists

New 2 You! LLC Wisteria Lane

Vision Center Winner

Kitsap Eye Physicians

Finalists

Pacific Eye Care Woodridge Vision Clinic

Staff Photo

Voted best Dessert is Carter’s Chocolate. Pictured: Matt Carter & Caleb Smith making sea salt caramel.

Voted

#1

SOUTH #1 PARK PHARMACY

Voted

Pharmacy

Local family mexican Restaurant for 22 years

Thank You to our

Loyal Customers and Employees (Psst...we are moving soon)

1397 Olney Avenue, Port Orchard 360-895-1315 www.elsombreromex.com

Gift Shop

Thank You South Kitsap for Supporting Your Local Family Owned & Operated Pharmacy Since 1968

STOP IN AND SEE WHAT MAKES US SO UNIQUE! WE HAVE:

• Full Liquor Store • Utility Paystation • Post Office • Excellent Gift Selection • And Much More!

Monday thru Saturday 9am - 7 pm

1743 Village Lane SE

360-871-1020 (Top of Mile Hill Next to QFC)

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Best of 2012

Staff Photo

Number one in Best Bar/Pub, Live Music and Finalist in the Best Burger Category is Port Orchard’s MoonDogs Too.

Best Places & Entertainment Best Bar/Pub

Viola Mather

Winner

MoonDogs, Too

Branch Manager, Student Mentor, Canine Cuddler

Finalists

Tommy C’s Sports Bar & Grill 110 Lounge

Thank you for voting Kitsap Credit Union

Live Music

one of the “Best Financial Institutions.”

MoonDogs, Too

Winner

Finalists

We’ve been serving our neighbors with

Concerts by the Bay Tommy C’s Sports Bar & Grill

a simple philosophy – build quality relationships, provide valuable financial

Family Fun

assistance, and empower people to

Winner

Hi-Joy Bowl

achieve more.

Finalists

SK8Town Fun Center Regal South Sound Cinema

Thank you for noticing!

Carter’s Chocolates

& Ice Stop by our branch to see why.

South Kitsap - 393 South Kitsap Blvd Way

would like to thank Port Orchard for 4 years of support!

Cream

Thanks for enjoying our Homemade Ice Cream, exquisite chocolates & Caramels, and Desserts !

We couldn’t be The Happiest Place In Town

without YOU !

Find our desserts at the kitsapcu.org

Bay Street Bistro

...also grateful to Port Orchard for 2 years of fun serving up the best dinners in town !

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Art

Golf

Winner

Winner

Sidney Art Gallery

McCormick Woods

Finalists

Finalists

Port Orchard Art Walk Custom Picture Framing

Trophy Lake Golf & Casting Village Greens Golf Course

Romantic Spot

Hotel/B&B

Winner

Winner

Port Orchard Waterfront Marina Park

Cedar Cove Inn

Finalists

Comfort Inn Port Orchard Reflections Bed & Breakfast

Manchester Sate. Park McCormick Woods

Public Park

Finalists

Best People

Winner

Attorney

Finalists

Winner

South Kitsap Regional Park Port Orchard Waterfront Marina Park Manchester State Park

Ron Ness

Finalists David Jones Eric Fong

Staff Photo

Customers line up to get pastries from the Best Bakery winner, Morningside Bakery of Port Orchard.

TIRES • BRAKES • ALIGNMENT WHEELS •BATTERIES • SHOCKS

Thank You For you support.

Doing the Right Thing Since 1952!

“Serving South Kitsap County For over 24 Years”

1216 E. Bay Street Port Orchard

876-8797

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Best of 2012

Insurance Agents

Financial Advisor

Winner

Winner

Erin Dawson, MD

Winner

Walt Finklein - State Farm Insurance

Finalists

Physicians

Ron Rada/Edward Jones Investments

Finalists

Dave Helgeson - State Farm Insurance Wayne Tripp - Farmers Insurance

Jay Seaton/ Edward Jones Investments Wayne Cohen/National Securities Corporation

Accountant

Realtor

Winner

David Rhine-Cox & Lucy, CPA

Artists Winner

Winner

James Kelsey

Finalists

Shelly Wilkerson Marti Green

Rick & Martha Ellis John L. Scott Real Estate

Finalists

Finalists

Kim Atwater - Southard, Beckman, Atwater & Berry CPA PS Gary Lucy - Cox & Lucy, CPA

Dana Soyat - Windermere Real Estate Ron Bishop - John L. Scott Real Estate

Photographer

Dentist

Winner

Shirley DeFord - DeFord Photography Jody Tanori - Summerill Photography

Thank You For Your Support!

Self Serve Pet Wash & Pet Supplies Quality Pet Foods Available (Across from Hi-Joy Bowl)

www.cookiespetcornerandwash.com

Finalists

Finalists

Gazebo Florist Safeway Floral Dept.

Ronald L. Schoepflin, DDS Melanie K. Bloomquist, DDS

Cookie’s Pet Corner & Wash

Mon-Fri 10-7 • Sat 10-6 • Sun 12-5 1010 Bethel Ave • (360) 519-3100

Flowers To Go

J. Chris Bock DDS

Finalists

Florist Winner

Winner

Lori Perkins - Bayside Photography

Finalists

Allan N. Weissman, MD Brad R. Frandsen. MD

Nature’s Design Thank-you South Kitsap For Your Support!!

Residential & Commercial Landscape Maintenance Design & Installation Mowing • Edging • Weeding • Fertilizing Tree/Shrub Pruning • Clean-ups • Irrigation Planting • Rock & Block Walls • Ponds 1616 Ellis Ct. • Port Orchard, WA. 98367 • (360) 876-8917 www.naturesdesignlandscapingwa.com

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Best Food & Restaurants

Massage Therapist Winner

Monika Geiger - Harborview Massage & Wellness Center

Bakery

Finalists

Winner

Elise Gehr - An Angel’s Touch Blake Warner - Harborview Massage & Wellness Center

MorningSide Bakery

Finalists Safeway Albertson’s

Chiropractor

Staff Photo

Amy’s on the Bay was a finalist in the best steak category and voted Best Seafood in South Kitsap.

Pizza

Deli

Winner

Winner

Winner

Eric W. Miller, DC

Cosmo’s Ristorante & Delicatessen

Finalists

Finalists

Norman J. Collins, DC Jennifer Sansen, DC

Spiros Pizza & Pasta

Finalists

Safeway Fred Meyer

Papa Murphy’s Take N’ Bake Godfather’s Pizza

Winner

Hamburger

Steak

Finalists

That One Place

Pet Groomer

Winner

Cookies Pet Corner & Wash

Finalists

Tonia Baker - Groomery Valerie Owen - Woodside Animal Hospital

Moon Dogs, Too Buck’s A & W Restaurant

Winner

Lighthouse Restaurant & Lounge

Finalists

Amy’s on the Bay Restaurant & Bar Bay Street Bistro

HAVING MORE RETIREMENT ACCOUNTS

Thank You South Kitsap!

ISWe NOTUnderstand THE SAME AS HAVING MORE MONEY. Commitment.

Many investors won’t put all their retirement savings at a single broker because they believe it’s far too risky. Actually, there may be more risk in having Without For decades, Edward Jonesmultiple has beenaccounts. committed to a single focus, it canfinancial be difficultsolutions to keep track your investments andto providing and of personalized service to see if you’re properly diversified.* At the very least, multiple individual investors. accounts usually means multiple fees.

ON THE BAY

You can rely on us for:

Voted 1st Place for “Best Seafood” 5 Years in a Row Placed for “Best Steak” 5 Years In a Row! Lunch Menu ~ Dinner Menu Kids Menu ~ Outdoor Deck Large Wine Selection Northwest MicroBrews Full Bar And Lounge Area

BEST SEAFOOD

Port Orchard’s “Best Happy Hour”

100 Harrison Ave ~ Port Orchard ~ 360.876.1445

www.amysonthebay.com

• Covenience Bringing your accounts to Edward Jones could help solve all that.

Locations in the community and face-to-face your convenience Plus, one statement makes it easier to see ifmeetings you’re atmoving toward • A Quality-focused Investment Philosophy your goals.

A long-term approach that focuses on quality investments and diversification

*Diversification does not guaranteeService a profit, nor does it protect against loss.

• Highly Personal

BEST STEAK

Investment guidance tailored to your individual needs

To learn why consolidating your retirement accounts to Edward Jones makes sense, call your local Ronadvisor Rada, AAMS Mary C Beslagic financial today.

Financial Advisor Pamela S8079 Piper E. Main St • Suite 111 4275 SE Mile Drive508 P.OHillBox Suite A Manchester, WA 98353 Port Orchard, WA 98366 360-871-0998 360-871-9707

Financial Advisor Ron Rada 8079 E. Main St • Suite 111 2299Box Bethel508 P.O Suite 102 Manchester, WA 98353 Port Orchard, WA 98366 360-871-0998 360-876-3724

Jay Seaton

www.edwardjones.com Member SIPC www.edwardjones.com Member SIPC

600 Kitsap Street Suite 102 Port Orchard, WA 98366 360-876-7538

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Best of 2012

Mexican Winner

Puerto Vallarta Restaurant

Finalists

El Sombrero Mexican Restaurant Blue Agave Mexican Grill

Asian

Finalists

Lighthouse Restaurant & Lounge Bay Street Bistro

Kids Menu Winner

Family Pancake House

Finalists

McDonald’ s Shari’s Restaurant

Winner

China Sun Buffet

Finalists

Golden Grill on the Bay Simon’s

Italian Winner

Spiros Pizza & Pasta

Breakfast Winner

Uncle Dave’s Cafe

Finalists

That One Place Family Pancake House

Finalists

Cosmo’s Ristorante & Delicatessen Bay Street Bistro

Dessert

Seafood

Carter’s Chocolates

Winner

The Frozen One Frozen Yogurt Shari’s Restaurant

Staff Photo

Olympic Fitness Club, voted Best Fitness Club for 2012.

Pictured: Club Member, Gary Anderson

Amy’s on the Bay Restaurant & Bar

Winner

Finalists

THANK YOU SOUTH KITSAP For Your Vote In The Best Antique Store Category!

Over 200 vendors are changing our inventory daily!

Featuring a large selection of practical furniture, beautiful pictures, scrap booking paper and supplies, and an amazing assortment of records, gems, beads, and stunning jewelry.

1696 SE Mile Hill Drive, Suite #110 Monday - Saturday 10am to 7pm • Sunday 10am to 5pm

Port Orchard, WA 98366

(360)876-0857

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Best School Teacher Winner

Lonnell Kyle

Finalists

Lynn Olson Carey Krumsick

School Winner

Mullinex Ridge Elementary

Finalists

South Kitsap High School John Sedgwick Junior High

Staff Photo

Port Orchard Waterfront Marina Park is a finalist in the public park category

The Best of South Kitsap 2012 Publisher: Sean McDonald Project Coordinator: Mike Schiro Cover Design: Kelsey Thomas Page Design: Kelsey Thomas Ad Staff: Mike Schiro Production Artists: Kelsey Thomas Copyright 2012© Sound Publishing Inc.

Thank You For Your Support!

Bob Nowka Owner

Auto Repair Experts

Mon-Fri 8-5 NOWKA’S AUTOMOTIVE INC. 4268 SE Mile Hill Drive Port Orchard, WA TEL (360) 871-2017 FAX: (360) 871-5781

Thank You For Voting Us Best Nail Salon 360.876.4478 815 Bay St. Port Orchard

TbyERRASCAPES That Plant Guy Distinctive & Unique Low Maintenance Landscapes

Before

After

Handicap Accessible Landscapes Multi Stage Water Gardens • Rockeries Native Flora • Residential & Commercial Licensed & Insured

Thank-You For Voting Us #1

Landscaper in South Kitsap Owner: Pierre Mollinet 360-908-0929

We are a family run business and our intent is to give back to the community that has been our home for the past 18 years. Our wonderful customers have made this a great experience thus far. We are excited for the future and being able to continue to support our local schools, youth groups, and families. Thank you to everyone that has made this award possible, we are truly blessed to have such amazing individuals that walk through our door!

Your Froyo Family, The Frozen One

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Best of 2012

Thank You South Kitsap 5 Great Years!

MoonDogs Too Serving Spirits & Fine Grub since 1905

Cedar Cove Inn

Voted Best of South Kitsap • Best Bar/Pub • Best Place for Live Music • Best Burger (finalist)

Thank You South Kitsap for Voting us #1 Bed & Breakfast The historic 1909 Cedar Cove Inn invites you to a place of comfort, relaxation, and beauty of the Pacific Northwest • Seven Bedroom ~ Bed & Breakfast Showers ~ Couples, Bridal, Baby • Vacation Rental By Owner Family Reunions • • Weddings & Receptions Special Events • • Anniversaries & Birthdays Romantic Get Away • • Celebrations Gift Certificates • Retreats ~ Quilt, Business, Church • •

www.cedarcoveinn.com

228 Seattle Ave., Port Orchard (360)876-6196

www.moondogstoo.com

714 BAY STREET, PORT ORCHARD (360)895-2300

Thank You. Our sincerest thanks for putting your trust in Kitsap Bank.

We’ve served as South Kitsap’s financial partner for generations, helping our neighbors and friends build houses, start businesses, send children to college, and prepare for retirement. When you bank with Kitsap Bank, you can feel confident in knowing that your deposits remain here, invested in our community. Speak with your local Kitsap Banker today!

Your local community bank for 104 years.

Bethel & Lund 3324 Bethel Rd SE Port Orchard, WA 98366 360-874-1063

Bay Street 619 Bay Street Port Orchard, WA 98366 360-876-7800

South Park Village 1700 Village Lane SE Port Orchard, WA 98366 360-876-7822

www.kitsapbank.com • 800-283-5537