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2016 BEST OF

BREMERTON

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Welcome to the Best of Bremerton

OCTOBER 14, 2016

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e’ve reviewed the candidates and behold — the favorability ratings are off the chart!

The ballots have been gathered and the votes tallied for the Best of Bremerton 2016. The people (aka readers of the Bremerton Patriot and bremertonpatriot.com) have spoken, and the Patriot is proud to announce Bremerton’s bests.

Looking for landslides? Well, it was another competitive contest this year, with many categories having closely packed winners.

Once again, “Best of Bremerton” voters had some tough choices to make because the Bremerton brand is a mark of high quality already.

Now it’s time to salute the winners in the Bremerton Patriot’s “Best of Bremerton” — our annual survey that shines a spotlight on readers’ top choice on everything from the best boss, to the best romantic parking spot, to best community volunteer.

Hundreds of readers participated in this year’s vote and the categories include shopping, services, food, fitness and sports, and more.

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Winner, Best Place to Work: Puget Sound Naval Shipyard.

Readers will notice some repeat winners from previous years, but some new winners as well.

Congratulations to all of the winners and finalists.

Have a suggestion for new categories or other “bests” in the community? Please email Donna Etchey at detchey@soundpublishing.com with ideas.

The Best of Bremerton 2016 Regional Publisher: Terry Ward General Manager: Donna Etchey Marketing Representatives: Jessica Martindale, Bill McDonald, Sharon Allen, Ariel Naumann, Caleb Ward Cover & Page Design: Kelsey Thomas Production Artists: Bryon Kempf, Kelsey Thomas, Vanessa Calverley, John Rodriguez, Mark Gillespie Copyright 2016© Sound Publishing Inc.

Thank You Bremerton!

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We are honored that you voted us Best Day Spa & Best Massage Therapist for Antonio Rushing in the 2016 Readers’ Choice Poll!

Thank you for your continued support.

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Thank you for voting Kitsap Credit Union for the category of “Best Financial Institution”.

We love our community and look forward to many more years serving you.

We serve our neighbors with a simple philosophy – build quality relationships, provide valuable financial assistance, and empower people to achieve more.

Thank you for noticing!

Stop by one of our Bremerton branches to see why.

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East Bremerton Branch 6651 NE State Hwy 303

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RESTAURANTS & FOOD BEST BAKERY

Honor Bar and Cafe FINALISTS:

• Hi-Lo Cafe • Larry & Kristi’s • Saboteur bakery

BEST BAR-B-QUE

McCloud’s Grill House FINALISTS:

• Kama’aina Grill • Thee Barbecue Shack • 19th Hole Bar & Grill

BEST BREAKFAST

Hi-Lo’s 15th Street Cafe FINALISTS:

• Red Apple Diner • The Garage • Family Pancake House

BEST BREWERY

Wobbly Hopps Brewery FINALISTS:

• Der Blokken Brewery/Pub • LoveCraft Michelle Beahm/Staff Photo

BEST ASIAN MENU

Golden Star FINALISTS:

• Emperor’s Palace • Happy Teriyaki • China Wok

BEST COFFEE/LATTE/CAPPUCINO

Hot Java Cafe

• Simply Sublime • Bay Street Coffee Co • Coffee Oasis

Winner, Best Coffee / Latte / Cappuccino: Hot Java Cafe

BEST DESSERT

BEST HAMBURGER

Amy’s Decadent Chocolates

Noah’s Ark

FINALISTS:

FINALISTS:

• Honor Bar • Cold Stone • La Fermata

• Horse & Cow Pub & Grill • Crazy Erics • Toro Lounge

BEST FAMILY DINING

BEST ITALIAN MENU

Noah’s Ark

La Fermata

FINALISTS:

FINALISTS:

• Hi-Lo’s 15th Street Cafe • Boat Shed • McCloud’s Grill House

• Tony’s Italian Restaurant & Pizzeria • Spiros Pizza & Pasta • Boston’s Deli & Pizza

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BEST PIZZA

The Toadhouse FINALISTS:

• Cloverleaf Sports Bar & Grill • Seabeck Pizza • Tony’s Italian Restaurant Pizzeria • Westside Pizza

BEST STEAKS

McClouds FINALISTS:

• Honor Bar • Boat Shed • Horse & Cow Pub & Grill

BEST TERIYAKI

Happy Teriyaki FINALISTS:

• Sunny Teriyaki • Joys Teriyaki • Island Kitchen Mark Briant/Staff Photo

Finalist, Best Best Hamburger, Best Steak, Best Wings, Best Happy Hour, Best Bar and Best Place to Work: Horse & Cow Pub & Grill

BEST KIDS MENU

BEST WINGS

BEST MEXICAN MENU

Tracyton Public House

Hi-Lo’s 15th Street Cafe

El Balcon

FINALISTS:

FINALISTS:

• Big Apple Diner • Family Pancake House • Bremerton Bar & Grill • McCloud’s Grill House

• Juanito’s Taqueria • Azteca Mexican Restaurants • La Taqueria Los Cazadores

FINALISTS:

• Horse & Cow Pub & Grill • Honor Bar • McCloud’s Grill House

Thank You For Voting Bremerton Spiro’s

one of the Best Italian Restaurants for 2016!

Thank You for voting us a finalist in “Best Tire Store!”

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Thank You Bremerton for Your Support!

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PEOPLE BEST AUDIOLOGIST

Audiologist Northwest FINALISTS:

• Simply Hear - Robin Fiscus

BEST BARISTA

Isaak Hammers, Bay Street Coffee Co FINALISTS:

• Codie at Simply Sublime • Hannah Bennett, Hot Java Cafe • Carleigh at Simply Sublime • Lacey Express Espresso

BEST BARTENDER

Claire at Honor Bar FINALISTS:

• Bryan Whitaker at Tracyton Public House/Kitsap Bartending Services • Kate Montgomery at South Pacific Sports Bar • Miranda Zeller at Tracyton Public House

BEST CHIROPRACTOR

Smith Chiropractic FINALISTS:

• Dr. Meg Simans • Dr. Rupa Dara • Dr. Thomas Basile

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BEST COMMUNITY VOLUNTEER

Margie Perry FINALISTS:

• Karole Johnson Seeds of Grace • Elaine Turso • Andrew Graham • Michael Goodnow

BEST DENTIST

Dr. Jessie Banks, DDS FINALISTS:

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Rose Holdren Rory Jefferson, DDS Allan Hablutzel Redd

BEST DOCTOR

Dr. Robert Caulkin FINALISTS:

• Dr Heidi Hutchinson • Dr. Katherine Barkshire • Dr Courtney Havers

BEST FINANCIAL PLANNER

Teresa Bryant, Edward Jones FINALISTS:

• Peter Taafe, Ameriprise • Scot Sageser, Defender Financial • Ron Ohnhaus, Farmers Insurance

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Finalist, Best Coffee / Latte / Cappuccino: Coffee Oasis

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

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

Sincerely,

Glyn Correll & Jeff Uberuaga Owners of Bremerton Red Apple

6724 Kitsap Way, Bremerton, WA 98312 (360) 377-5708

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SERVICES

BEST ANTIQUE STORE

Uptown Mercantile FINALISTS:

• Habitat for Humanity Store • F.R.O.G. Soap • ISH Vintage Clothing & Costume

BEST ART GALLERY

Amy Burnett FINALISTS:

• Collective Visions • Fingers Duke • ISH Vintage Clothing & Costume

BEST AUTO SERVICE SHOP

B & B Auto FINALISTS:

• Towne & Country Auto Repair • Cooper Fuel & Auto Repair • LK’s Automotive

BEST BAR Michelle Beahm/Staff Photo

Finalist, Best Brewery: Lovecraft

BEST INSURANCE AGENT

Joseph Del Grosso FINALISTS:

• Betty Skinner • The Heydels- H&K insurance • Tim Quigley

BEST LOAN OFFICER

Leslie Peterson

BEST PLACES BEST HAPPY HOUR

Honor Bar FINALISTS:

• Boat Shed • Toro Lounge • Horse & Cow Pub & Grill • The Garage

FINALISTS:

• Tammy Frost, Peninsula Credit Union • Carrie Murphy, Kitsap Bank • Evie Webb, Connection Credit Union

BEST PLACE TO WORK

Puget Sound Naval Shipyard FINALISTS:

BEST MASSAGE PRACTITIONER

Antonio at Rejuv Massage & Spa FINALISTS:

• Jenny Wickersham - Health by Design • Anna Reihl- Isella Salon • Christina - Rejuv Massage & Spa

BEST PHOTOGRAPHER

Chunky Moose Photography FINALISTS:

• Elaine Turso Photography • Tara Templeton • Robbi Perez

BEST REAL ESTATE AGENT

Joe Simon FINALISTS:

• Jennifer Kilkenny • Rod Blackburn • Dino Davis

• Rejuv Massage & Spa • Horse & Cow Pub & Grill • Honor Bar

BEST PLAYGROUND FOR KIDS

Evergreen FINALISTS:

• Castle Park • Lions Park, Lebo Blvd • Play Kitsap

BEST ROMANTIC SPOT

Scenic Beach FINALISTS:

• La Fermata • Boat Shed • Bremerton Waterfront • • •

Honor Bar FINALISTS:

• The Garage • Horse & Cow Pub & Grill • Tracyton Public House

BEST CINEMA/MOVIE THEATER

SEEfilm Cinemas FINALISTS:

• Olympic Cinema • Bremerton Cinema • Rodeo Drive In

BEST CLOTHING STORE

Purpose Boutique FINALISTS:

• Fred Meyer • Goodwill • Fingers Duke

BEST DAY SPA

Rejuv Massage & Spa FINALISTS:

• Isella Salon • Steel Magnolias Salon • Timothy Stimac Salon & Spa

BEST FINANCIAL INSTITUTION

Kitsap Credit Union FINALISTS:

• Navy Federal Credit Union • Kitsap Bank • BECU • • • • • •

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BEST FITNESS CENTER

Bremerton Family YMCA FINALISTS:

• Fitness Evolution • Dungeon Fitness • Timberline Crossfit • Kitsap Tennis & Athletic Center

BEST FURNITURE STORE

Arnold’s Home Furnishing FINALISTS:

• Uptown Mercantile • Goodwill • Flip It Vintage • Great American Furniture

BEST GIFT SHOP

The Weekender FINALISTS:

• F.R.O.G. Soap • Uptown Mercantile • Amy’s Decadent Chocolates

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Winner, Best Clothing Store: Purpose Boutique

BEST GROCERY STORE

BEST HAIR SALON/BARBER

Fred Meyer FINALISTS:

• Winco • Safeway • Red Apple Markets, Kitsap Lake • •

BEST HOTEL/MOTEL

Ross Michaels Salon

Hampton Inn

FINALISTS:

FINALISTS:

• Uptown Barbershop • DiD Hair Salon • Isella Salon

• Fairfield Inn • Oyster Bay Inn • Baymont Inn and Suites • Flagship inn

We Appreciate All Of Your Votes Bremerton, Thank You For Making Dr. Robin Fiscus A Finalist For Best Audiologist!

At Simply Hear, our mission is to improve the quality of life for people with hearing needs. Our Doctor of Audiology takes a sincere interest in each individual.

Interested in filing a claim for hearing aids?

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We are open Monday through Thursday 10:00 am – 6:00pm Call for same day appointments.

Visit us at: 2635 Wheaton Way, Bremerton, WA 98310 (Near Harrison Medical Center) simplyhearaudiology.com

Thank You Bremerton, For Voting Cooper’s One of the “Best Automotive Repair Shops” in Bremerton!

Top quality care for your Domestic, Asian or European Vehicle!

• Oil Changes • 30-60-90K Services • Tune-Ups • Timing Belts • Fuel Injection • Water Pumps & Radiators • Computer Diagnostic

• Engine Repair • Air Conditioning • Batteries & Electrical • Brakes • Suspension, Shocks & Struts • Clutches & Transmissions • Gasoline & Diesel

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BEST MORTGAGE COMPANY

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BEST SPORTING GOODS

Evergreen Home Loans

Kitsap Sports

FINALISTS:

FINALISTS:

• Kitsap Credit Union • Bank Of America - East Bremerton

• Big 5 • The Bike Shop in Manette • Olympic Sports Center

BEST PET STORE

BEST TIRE STORE

Park Ave Pets

Les Schwab

FINALISTS:

• Petco • Petsmart

FINALISTS:

• Discount Tire • Firestone • Big O Tires

BEST PHARMACY

Walgreens

BEST VISION CENTER

FINALISTS:

Kitsap Eye Physicians

• Kitsap Way Rite Aid • Fred Meyer • Group Health

FINALISTS:

BEST REAL ESTATE OFFICE

• Visual Connection • Pacific Eye Care of Bremerton • Walmart

John L Scott FINALISTS:

• Windemere -Dino Davis • RE/MAX Victory • ReMax Victory • • • • • File Photo

Winner, Best Fitness Center: Bremerton Family YMCA

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Thank You Bremerton

for voting us as finalists in “Best Steaks, BBQ, Wings, Family Dining and Kid’s Menu,” in the 2016 Best of Bremerton!

Thank You Bremerton, For Voting Lynn E. Byrne As A Finalist For Best Audiologist in the 2016 Readers Choice Poll!

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