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SLUY’S BAKERY

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FROM THE READERS OF THE

A SUPPLEMENT OF THE NORTH KITSAP HERALD

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THE BEST OF NORTH KITSAP

AUGUST 21, 2015

Delivering excellence in Senior Care is our game...

Celebrating another citation-free state survey three years in a row!

Thank you to our residents, families, staff & North Kitsap Herald readers for voting us one of the best senior care providers Call and schedule a free tour and lunch and you will experience our community filled with warmth and new friends.

LIKE US ON

360-779-5533

19360 Viking Avenue N.W., Poulsbo

www.libertyshores.com

Liberty Shores

SENIOR LIVING

Harbor House MEMORY CAR E

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Readers reveal their favorites in North Kitsap Most people know North Kitsap for its forests and shores, for Norwegian-themed downtown Poulsbo, and for culture-rich Little Boston and Suquamish. But, do you know where to get the Best Burger, Best Beer Selection, Best Dessert? According to our latest Best of North Kitsap survey, residents here love to boast about what makes living in North Kitsap so unique.

Over 1,400 readers responded to our annual online survey this year, submitting nominations in approximately 80 categories. Look within these pages and you’ll see the people and places that survey respondents say are standouts in various Services, Food, Shopping, Entertainment, Fitness & Sports, Public Servants, and Best Aspects of Living in North Kitsap. The nominees help make living here a special experience. They deserve a shout out, as do the readers that participated in our annual survey. Thank you all! The special section you are holding helps tell the story of North Kitsap’s communities: Poulsbo, Kingston, Eglon, Hansville, Indianola, Keyport, Little Boston, Port Gamble, Suquamish. North Kitsap is an exciting, thriving place where diversity reigns: Beaches, farmland, forests, sea views, seaside towns, wildlife. Entertainment, recreation, retail, services and tourism. If you’re looking for a contractor, a restaurant, a gift shop, a place to work out or, where to get the best burger, you’ll find the Best of North Kitsap a fun source.

The Best of North Kitsap is published by the North Kitsap Herald, which has been the Voice of North Kitsap since 1901. Call (360) 7794464 for convenient home delivery. You can also stay up-to-date on North Kitsap news and events by visiting NorthKitsapHerald.com.

Enjoy this special section. And have fun.

Donna Etchey, Regional Advertising Director

“ Thanks again for all of your support. We would like to take this opportunity to thank all of the wonderful buyers and sellers we had the good fortune BRIDGET YOUNG to work with so far this year ”

JONI KIMMEL

Eugene Medina & Leslie Alber ~ Michael & Kristen Allen ~ Glenn & Mary Lou Austin ~ John & Angela Bartlett ~ Ron & Ruth Berger ~ Kevin & Kat Birum ~ Ken & Deanna Bowman ~ Donna Burke ~ Frank & Patricia Butler ~ Nathan & Heather Chadwick ~ Lawrence and Dorthe Deubler Inge Madsen ~ Molly Dey ~ Paula Sue & Donald Dowdle ~ Stuart & Penny Garner ~ Meredith Green ~ Jess Feldon & Elizabeth Hall ~ Eugene Mumford & Jane Highlander ~ Bernie & Joanne Hoppis ~ Terace Yeatts & Jesse Hufstader ~ Hiroo & Harumi Kishi ~ Kenneth & Julie Koskella ~ John & Kristi Ladner ~ James Lisic ~ Kevin & Amanda Mace ~ Ron & Deanie Madler ~ Steven Arntson & Anne Matthews ~ Kat & Debbye Meszaros ~ Patricia Peak ~ Anne Perry ~ Ted & Dawn Portmann ~ Charles & Stacie Powers ~ Joe & Jill Price ~ Eugene & Kathryn Raymon ~ Gerald & Sharon Reitan ~ Daniel & Crystal Rogers ~ Hajime & Elizabeth Sato ~ Brandy & Clint Stephens ~ Gene & Dottie Swenson ~ Mark Nass & Michael Tucker ~ Stephen & Melanie Van Houten ~ Charles King & Jamie Villella ~ Paul & Kimberly Walters ~ Claudette Wheeler ~ Roy & Barbara Wilson ~ Jennifer & Brian Woydziak ~ Matthew Johnson & Laura Wulff ~ Bill & Cindy Young ~

Building Lasting Relationships One Home At A Time 360.509.6988 • 360.509.2260 www.realestatekitsap.com

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Thank you for voting for Red Apple as “Best Grocery Store in North Kitsap” At Red Apple we are proud to offer the highest quality products in every department at affordable prices.

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Thank you for your continued support and trusting us with your plumbing needs.

Voted Best of North Kitsap since 2008!

If you are looking for a new place to shop for all your needs then look at you’re locally owned Poulsbo Red Apple Market. We are fast, friendly, and convenient.

Glyn Correll & Jeff Uberuaga Owners of Poulsbo Red Apple

HERALD NORTH KITSAP

26061 United Rd. NE Kingston

(360) 297-9592

Lic# SWIFTP*1091QE

20441 Viking Ave NW, Poulsbo, WA 98370 (360) 779-4422

Thanks for Voting us a TOP FINALIST in all these categories in North Kitsap: Breakfast/Brunch • Lunch • Coffee Shop/Espresso Deli • Dessert • Hamburger • Beer Selection

Thanks Thanksto to you, you, we’ve we’ve expanded expandedour our kitchen, kitchen, hours, hours, andand menu! menu!

Brunch, Lunch, Dinner, Dessert, Beer, Wine, Spirits, Espresso, and of course all of our own Handmade Chocolates!

Open

10am - 9pm, M-Th 8am - Close, F-Sat 9am - 2pm, Sunday/Brunch 10am-10pm 10am-10pm Mon-Thurs, Mon-Thurs, 8am-11pm 8am-11pm Fri-SatFri-Sat Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Lunch, Dinner, Dinner, Dessert, Dessert, Beer, Beer, Wine, Wine, Spirits, Spirits, Espresso, Espresso, and and of course of course all all ofof ourour own own Handmade Handmade Chocolates!

Chocolates!

Huge Selection of NW Spirits Over 300 Beers in stock Newly Expanded Wine Selection Over 4,000 unique items

360.598.2200 highspiritsliquor.com

360.930.0283 • 19880 7th Ave, Poulsbo, WA 98370 • www.chocmo.com 360-930-0283 360-930-0283 www.ChocMo.com www.ChocMo.com 19880 19880 7th 7thAve AveNe Ne #102 #102

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Accountant

Financial Institution

Habecker Waddell Habecker

Kitsap Credit Union

FINALISTS Anderson Accounting John Macdonald Kingston CPA

FINALISTS Kitsap Bank Columbia Bank Chase

Acupuncturist

Barber Or Stylist

Laura Bratton, Kingston Crossing Wellness Center

Rosarios Salon, Kaley Velarde

FINALISTS Bob Doane, Acupunture & Wellness Center Nancy Knode Nature Works

FINALISTS Chelsea Bertsch Cut it Again Sam Barber Shop Harbor Hair Design

Architect

Barista (& where)

Aaron D. Murphy ADM

AJ Stokes, Hot Shots Java

FINALISTS Wayne LaMont, LaMont Design Richard Prine

FINALISTS Alissa Safly, Latte On Your Way Angelina, Coyote coffee Amy Anderson, The Cup & Muffin

Audiologist

Hearing Advantage FINALISTS Peninsula Hearing Inc.

Auto Body Shop

North Kitsap Auto Rebuild FINALISTS John's Body Auto Body Experts Kingston Collision and Glass

Auto Repair

Ken's Northwest Automotive FINALISTS Liberty Bay Auto Center Hiro's Japanese Auto Joe's Automotive

Bartender (& where)

Dan Grigsby, Tizley’s Europub & Hare And Hounds FINALISTS Jared Otto, Sogno Di Vino Angela Krueger, Sheila's Portside Pub Dusty Keyes, Sian Palace and Sully's

Carpet Cleaning

Stanley Steemer Kingston FINALISTS Kat's Carpet Care (Julie Katana) Good Scents Carpet Cleaning Steamway Carpet Cleaning

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Staff photo

Tizley’s Europub

Chiropractor

Michelle Cho Gip DC, Well Being Health Center FINALISTS Angel Wunder DC, Wunderful Health Kelly Breen B.A. DC, Poulsbo Village Chiropractic Sunny Gill DC, Kingston Crossing Wellness Clinic

Contractor

Tim Ryan Construction FINALISTS Jennings Heins & Associates John Teising Kitsap Trident Homes

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Thank You North Kitsap!

LAW OFFICES OF TOLMAN KIRK clucas PLLC Serving North Kitsap Since 1978

Best Lawyer

Since 2008

AUGUST 21, 2015

For voting me one of the best Massage Therapists in North Kitsap 5 years in a row

Probate • Wills Estate Planning Family Law Adoptions Personal Injury Claims Criminal Defense

Staff photo

Sincerely, Eric Thanem CPMT, LMP

Well Being Center, Poulsbo

#MA22333

360.779.5561 18925 Front St, Suite 100 • Downtown Poulsbo

19611 7th Ave. NE • Poulsbo 360.779.3285 • Most Insurances Accepted

www.tolmankirkclucas.com

Lance Rencher, DDS

Thank you, North Kitsap for voting us “Best Accountants!”

Care you can trust for a great smile

Thank you for voting us

Best Hair Salon in North Kitsap for the past 7 years!

Thanks for your continued support and for making Poulsbo such a great place to live and work!

Our team of CPAs: Walter Schultz • John Macdonald Deborah D’Angelo

Salon & Spa

ACCEPTING NEW PATIENTS

18825 Caldart Avenue NE Suite B Poulsbo, WA 98370

(360) 779-5606 19679 Front St. NE, Poulsbo • poulsboacpa.com

360-779-4141

www.lancerencher.com

Thank You North Kitsap for Voting us the Best!

We Pride ourselves on being the Best in Customer Service

360.779.3993

19880 7th Ave., NE, Suite D www.boncheveux.com Poulsbo, WA 98370

An Authentic Taste of Vietnam

Thank You, North Kitsap for voting us: “Best Asian & Vegetarian Restaurant” 6 years in a row!

We now have a catering menu and party room for large groups.

Please call ahead to make a reservation for any party of 8 or more.

PHO (Vietnamese Noodle Soup)

Spring & EggRolls • Stir Fried Egg or Rice Noodles Vermicelli Noodle Bowl • Rice Platters • Fried Rice • Bubble Tea

360-779-2000 • POULSBO VILLAGE www.coastdoitbesthardware.com

Country

Pet & Feed Shoppe

360-394-1601 Mon-Sat 10:30am-9pm • Sun 12-8pm www.photnpoulsbo.com

North Kitsap’s Most Awardwinning Pet Shop!

Thank you for your Support!!

For all your home and barnyard critters!

Natural Pet Foods Organic and NW Sourced Feeds Professional Pet Grooming

Located off Hwy 104, in the heart of Kingston

(360) 297-4165

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Dentist

Lance Rencher DDS FINALISTS Modern Dentistry (Jeromy Peterson DDS & R. Scott Puhn DDS) Valhalla Dental Poulsbo Dental

Doctor

Wendy Hawley FINALISTS Andrea Chymiy Bernie Brown Teresa Andersen

Electrician

Bird Electric FINALISTS Sunset Electric Mathews Electric Peninsula Electric

Green Business

Central Market FINALISTS Valley Nursery Grounds For Change Lucky Star Consignment Clothing

Hair Salon

Staff photo

Central Market

Insurance Agent

Landscaper

EHL Insurance

Savage Plants & Landscaping

FINALISTS Allstate Poulsbo Debra Linn Allbee Farmers Insurance Fritz Jorg State Farm

Interior Designer

Bon Cheveux Salon & Spa

Connie Lamont Lamont Design

FINALISTS Harbor Hair Design Rosario's Salon Salon 371

FINALISTS Trish Hodges Michele Interiors/ MD Design Group Janet Webber

Hardware Store

Jewelry Store

Coast Do it Best, Poulsbo

Dahlquist's Fine Jewelry

FINALISTS Henery Hardware - Kingston Home Depot James Lumber ACE

FINALISTS Blue Heron Jewelry Wide Mouth Frog Studio Clever Gift Shop in Kingston

FINALISTS Olmsted's Nursery Ben Morgan Cultural Methods Landscaping

Lawyer

Jeffrey Tolman FINALISTS John Kenney Roger Sherrard Richard Tizzano

Lender

Kitsap Credit Union FINALISTS Kitsap Bank Evergreen Home Loans

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The Grub Hut Voted “Best Burger” in North Kitsap 2009-2014

• Burgers/Veggie Burgers • All Natural Grass Fed Beef • Philly Cheese Steak • Gyros, Salads • Shakes & More

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THANK YOU!

All of us at Dahlquist’s Fine Jewelry want to thank our community for again voting us one of the Best of North Kitsap!

We are grateful to be the solution for all of your jewelry needs, from simple repairs, to unique custom designs. We are proud to be North Kitsap’s Jewelry store for the last 34 years!

• Gluten Free Available Call in orders welcome! 360-881-0147

360-779-3013

11130 NE State Hwy. 104 • Kingston

www.Peaceloveandgrub.com

“Providing Quality Jewelry Since 1981.”

19494 7th Ave. NE Poulsbo Village Shopping Center

www.dahlquistjewelry.com

360-697-7710

360-779-3285

(Suite 200)

Thank you North Kitsap for your business and support.

Serving you since 1995.

19611 7th Ave NE • Poulsbo ( behind Rite Aid )

From our family to yours...

“Dedicated to your Dental & Denture needs.”

If time, quality & gentle care are important to you. . . then we are here to serve.

Your Knowledgeable, Friendly Staff at Anderson Dental & Denture Center

• Dentures & Partials • Cosmetic & General Dentistry • Extractions • Emergency Care • Crowns & Bridges • Denture Repair • Relines (while you wait) • Denturist & Dentist on Staff • Crown & Denture Implants

Voted “Best Topsoil/Gravel Company in North Kistap” for 9 years.

Serving North Kitsap Since 1995

Most Insurances Accepted

360-779-1566 19410 8th Ave. N.E., Suite 102, Poulsbo (Easy Access • Hwy 305)

800-990-9116 www.andersondenturedental.com

Photo by Barb Zawlocki

FREE*

New patient consultation and oral exam *X-Rays excluded.

Must present this ad to receive.

Thank You for your support.

We enjoy serving you.

VERN’S ORGANIC TOPSOIL & BARK 22622 Bond Road NE • Poulsbo, WA 98370 360-779-2764 • VernsOrganicTopsoil.com

“Voted Best Topsoil/Gravel Company in North Kitsap” 2012 & 2013

“The Best Products for the Best Results”

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Massage Therapist

Beautifully Polished FINALISTS Kingston Crossing Massage Hannah Listle Enhanced Life Massage Michelle Clemens LMP Well Being Health Center

Nail Technician

Beautifully Polished, Kerry Slone & Staff FINALISTS Apollo Nails And Spa The Happy Hour Salon Mimi's Salon

Naturopath

Ruth Urand ND, Sound Naturopathic Clinic FINALISTS Kingston Crossing Stephen Speidel ND

Orthodontist

Doctor Jeffrey Lingenbrink FINALISTS Dr. Troy Okunami Dr. Sigfried Nauman Dr Sheldon

Pharmacist

Staff photo

Beautifully Polished

Photographer

Plumber

Olympic Photo Group

Swift Plumbing

FINALISTS Paul Dudley Almost Candid Photography - Johnny Walker Jo Buxton Photography & Design

FINALISTS Kimco Plumbing West Sound Plumbing

Physical Therapist

Kitsap Physical Therapy FINALISTS Wade Zinn Dan Hollingsworth Kitsap Crossfit

Place To Worship

Kitsap Pharmacy In Central Market

Newlife North Kitsap

FINALISTS Rite Aid Poulsbo Cascade Specialty Pharmacy CVS Pharmacy - Poulsbo

FINALISTS Newlife North Kitsap Gateway Fellowship Bayside Community Church

Realtor

Bridget Young & Joni Kimmel, Windermere Real Estate FINALISTS Mike & Sandi Nelson Real Estate Catherine Arlen Ida Bear

Senior Services

Martha And Mary FINALISTS Liberty Shores/Harbor House Emeritus At Montclair Park Fishline

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One of the Top 3 Realtors in North Kitsap since 2010!

A HEARTFELT

THANK YOU

Thank you for voting us the Best Naturopathic Clinic in North Kitsap!

Sound Naturopathic Clinic

for voting me one of the BEST IN NORTH KITSAP ‘10, ‘11, ‘12, ‘13, ‘14 & ‘15!

Family Practice Areas of specialization:

Ruth Urand, ND

Catherine Arlen Realtor

My heart is in helping you home.

360.340.8186 catherinearlen@windermere.com www.catherinearlen.com

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Like us on Facebook

• Fatigue • Women’s Health • Pediatrics • Pain • Colonics • Allergy Elimination • Acute & Chronic Ailments • Colon/Liver Cleansing

360.598.6999 • 20270 Front St. #103 • Poulsbo • www.soundnaturopathicclinic.com

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HOTSH OTSJAVA.COM

VOTED

#1

BEST OF NORTH KITSAP

2008 – 2014!

ALL OUR COFFEE IS CUSTOM ROASTED, ORGANIC & FAIR TRADE

Thank you for your years of support!

‘ • Smoothies Famous Blended Frazzes Ice Cream • Fresh Squeezed Lemonade Milkshakes • Lunch Paninis & Sandwiches Breakfast Burritos & Sandwiches Pastries • Gluten-Free Cookies Home of the 2 for 1 Double Shot Downtown Poulsbo • Front St. • 360-779-2171

Skin • Nails • Body

Kitsap’s premier destination for skincare, manicures, pedicures, makeup artistry, and spa services Exclusively available at Beautifully Polished Image • Jan Marini • Jane Iredale • Intracueticals • Hydropeptide • Glamglow VOTED BEST NAIL TECHNICIAN IN NORTH KITSAP 8 YEARS IN A ROW

TOP 10 BEST MANICURE & PEDICURE IN WESTERN WASHINGTON

TOP 15 BEST FACIAL IN WESTERN WASHINGTON

18825 Andersen Parkway NE • Downtown Poulsbo

OFFICIAL SALON, SPA, AND MAKEUP ARTISTS OF THE MISS WEST SOUND SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM

(360) 598 - 6000

FEATURED ON TLC’S “FOUR WEDDINGS” & SEA-GALS 2013 CALENDAR

PREFERRED DAY SPA & SALON OF KIANA LODGE

BeautifullyPolished.com

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Come in and see us and find out why our patients have voted us “Best Dentist� for the last 6 years!

North Kitsap Auto Rebuild would like to thank our customers and the public for voting us “Best Autobody Shop� in NK 1 2 3

Preventative care • Cosmetic dentistry Adult clear braces • Dental implants Denture services • Periodontal care Sleep apnea treatment

360-779-3958

info@poulsbomoderndentistry.com

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REPUTATION We pride ourselves on honesty, hard work, timeliness and convenience!

KEEPING IT LOCAL We give back to our Community! Family owned: employing local technicians and sta who average over 20 years experience.

QUALITY WORKMANSHIP We guarantee our craftsmanship and warranty our work for the life of your vehicle.

We work with your insurance company and oer complimentary shuttle service to our customers

Jim Sund President - Owner NK Auto Rebuild

(360) 779-4799

22177 Viking Ave. Way NW

AAA Washington Top Shop Award 10 consecutive years

poulsbomoderndentistry.com

NorthKitsapAutoRebuild.com

$ C À ' À * C À The entire team at Mike & Sandi Nelson Real Estate wants to thank our local community for trusting us with their real estate needs.

It’s an honor and a pleasure to help you reach your real estate goals! We look forward to helping you in years to come.

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Thank You for voting us one of the Best Salon/Stylists in North Kitsap!

• Over 25 Years experience • Mens, Womens & Children Styles • Superior Service • Fun, Clean & Professional Environment

Not Your Ordinary Pet Store!

Thank You to all our supporters!

• Color • Perms • Latest Foil Techniques • Facial Waxing • Deep Conditioning • Malibu Treatments

For Pets & Pet Lovers...

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2-legged & 4-legged!

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GROOMING & SELF WASH

now available in our new Front St. location!

Poulsbo • Front Street • (360) 930-0361

360-697-8443 • 19068 Jensen Way

www.BoomersPetBoutique.com

lrosar1o@hotmail.com

Kingston

Henery Hardware Voted into “Best of North Kitsap” 2008-2015

Thank you for your support 10978 St. Hwy 104 Kingston • 360-297-3366

– Come see us! We’ve moved down the street!!! –

you matter to us.

Our customers recognize and expect superior quality and customer service.

thank you

for letting us help you to celebrate lifes most beautiful moments.

Thank you for your support!

Dr. Rachel Strohmeyer • Dr. Jim Moore Dr. Chantal Luecht Voted in Best of North Kitsap since 2009!

18946 Front Street Downtown Poulsbo 360-779-3322 www.blueheronjewelry.com

Thank you for making Hearing Advantage the best in Hearing Healthcare the past 6 years!

Thank you for making Hearing Advantage the best in Hearing Healthcare!

Visit us at Cascade View Medical Center in Poulsbo.

Visit us at our new Poulsbo location Cascade View Medical Center

22180 Olympic College Way, Suite 205

Premier Audiology and Hearing Services

Diane Raszler Au. D Doctor of Audiology Diane Raszler, AuD

Call for an appointment Call for your Hearing Aid Demonstration (360) 697-1300

Doctor of Audiology

(360) 697-1300

22180 Olympic College Way, Suite 205

11254 NE East 2nd Kingston (360) 297-2898 www.kingstonvet.com

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F OO D Asian

Pho T & N FINALISTS Aroy Dy Thai Chung's Teriyaki Central Market

Bakery

Sluy's Bakery FINALISTS Borrowed Kitchen Bakery Central Market Bakery Sweet Life Cakery

Bar/Tavern Staff photo

that’s a Some Italian Ristorante

Spa/Skincare

Veterinarian

Beautifully Polished Longworth Studios

Poulsbo Animal Clinic

FINALISTS Apollo Salon & Spa Bon Cheveux Angeline Spa at Clearwater Casino

Tattoo Studio

FINALISTS Poulsbo Marina Veterinary Clinic Apple Tree Cove Animal Hospital Companion Animal Wellness Center

Waiter /Waitress (& where)

Thor's Hammer & Needle

Marie Pelland That's A Some Italian

FINALISTS Silver City Tattoo Woodwork Tattoo & Gallery Black Dragon Tattoo

FINALISTS Joe at pho T&N Hailey at Tizleys Europub Alberto At El Huarache

Topsoil Or Gravel

Vern's Organic Topsoil FINALISTS A & L Topsoil Hard Rock Olympic Organics

The Loft FINALISTS Valholl Brewing Company The Paella Bar

BBQ

Mike's 4 Star BBQ FINALISTS Central Market BBQ Grub Hut Dickey's BBQ Poulsbo

Beer Selection

Central Market FINALISTS Slippery Pig Valholl Brewing Company ChocMo

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Breakfast/Brunch

The Oak Table Kingston FINALISTS Green Light Diner, Poulsbo Port Gamble General Store & Cafe ChocMo

Brewery

Valholl Brewing FINALISTS Slippery Pig Brewery Sound Brewing Down Pour

Clam Chowder

JJ's Fish House FINALISTS Central Market Main Street Ale House

Coffee Shop/ Espresso Stand

Latte On Your Way FINALISTS Hot Shots Java The Cup & Muffin

Deli

Central Market FINALISTS 2 Brothers Deli ChocMo Jak's Cafe And Espresso

Dessert

Chocmo FINALISTS Mora Iced Creamery Central Market Sluy's Bakery

Staff photo

The Grub Hut

Fish & Chips

Lunch Place

JJ's Fish House

Central Market

FINALISTS Hare & Hounds The Loft Main Street Ale House

FINALISTS ChocMo The Grub Hut Port Gamble General Store & Cafe

Hamburger

Mexican Menu

The Grub Hut

Casa Luna

FINALISTS Chocmo Richie's Burger The Loft

Finalist Puerto Vallarta Taqueria Los Cazadores

Pizza Italian Menu

Sogno Di Vino FINALISTS Campana's Italian Restaurant That's A Some Italian Burrata Bistro

Central Market Pizza FINALISTS Bella Luna Pizzeria Poulsbo Woodfired Pizza Campana's Italian

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School

North Kitsap High School FINALISTS Poulsbo Elementary Gateway Christian Schools Kingston High School

Teacher

Catherine Campbell NKHS FINALISTS Terry Duncan-Martin Tim Riester (Wolfe Elem.)

Susan Peters NKHS Band Director & Teacher

Staff photo

Downtown Poulsbo Waterfront

Best Beach

Steak

Whiskey Creek Steak House FINALISTS Clearwater Casino Cedar Steakhouse The Loft Sogno Di Vino

Vegetarian Cuisine

Pho T & N FINALISTS Central Market Burrata Bistro Paella Bar Aroy dy Thai

Wine List

Central Market FINALISTS Sogno Di Vino Burrata Bistro That's A Some Italian

ASPE C T S O F LIVI NG I N N OR TH KI T SAP

PU B LI C VO LU NTE E R Community Volunteer

Bill Austin FINALISTS Ardis Morrow Michele Laboda Amy Hollingsworth

Firefighter

Michele Laboda FINALISTS Scott Trueblood Chris Strickland Carl Johnson

Police Officer

Kilo - Poulsbo Police Dog FINALISTS Stacey Smaaladen Troy Grossman John Halstead

Point No Point FINALISTS Indianola Beach Foulweather Bluff Nature Conservancy

Most Romantic Spot

Downtown boardwalk FINALISTS Home Beach Indianola Beach

Park/Playground

Lion's Park FINALISTS Poulsbo Waterfront Park Salsbury Point County Park Raab Park

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Place To Meet People

Downtown Poulsbo & Waterfront FINALISTS Central Market 4th Of July - Kingston Poulsbo Farmers Market

Tourist Attraction

Downtown Poulsbo & Waterfront FINALISTS Point No Point Beach & Lighthouse Port Gamble

SH O PPI NG Art Gallery

Bluewater Artworks FINALISTS Front Street Gallery Verksted Gallery Almost Candid Photo & Frame

Auto Sales

Liberty Bay Auto FINALISTS Hudson Auto Center Napa Kingston

Bookstore

Liberty Bay Books FINALISTS The Book Stop Kingston Bookery No 7 Books Port Gamble

Staff photo

Port Gamble General Store and Cafe

Clothing Shop

Gift Shop

Flicka - Women's Clothing Boutique

Port Gamble General Store

FINALISTS Lucky Star Consignment Clothing Indigo Plum Diva de Beau Boutique

FINALISTS Clever Bad Blanche Blue Water Artworks

Customer Service

Grocery Store/ Mini-mart

Central Market

Central Market

FINALISTS Dahlquist's Fine Jewelry Beautifully Polished At Longworth Studio The Cup & Muffin

FINALISTS Red Apple Market Marina Market, Poulsbo Safeway

Florist

Hardware

Central Market

Coast Do It Best Hardware

FINALISTS Thistle Floral & Home Valley Nursery Flowers To Go

FINALISTS Kingston Henery Hardware Home Depot Poulsbo James Lumber Ace Hardware

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Hobby Shop

Tire Shop

Imagine That - Beads

Les Schwab

FINALISTS The Quilt Shoppe Fire Design Beads Vintage Housewife

FINALISTS Kitsap Tire Center Liberty Bay Auto

Jeweler

Dahlquist's Fine Jewelry FINALISTS Blue Heron Jewelry Imagine That - Bead Store Poulsbo Pine Cone Gifts - Clever Gift Shop

Nursery/Plants

Valley Nursery FINALISTS Olmsted Nursery Savage Plants Dragon Fly Nursery

Paint Store

Peninsula Paint FINALISTS Henery Hardware Kingston Coast to Coast Hardware Poulsbo

Pet Shop

Boomers Pet Boutique Petco Poulsbo FINALISTS Country Pet Shoppe Superior Pet Foods

Sporting Goods Store

Sport Haus FINALISTS Big 5 Sporting Goods Poulsbo Running Kitsap Sports

Vintage/Thrift/Consignment

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Thank you for voting Kitsap Credit Union for the categories of “Best Financial Institution” and “Best Lender” We serve our neighbors with a simple philosophy – build quality relationships, provide valuable financial assistance, and empower people to achieve more.

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