m5/28/2009yTCkkritter 8
Times-Call Publication
May 31, 2009
Best
Food & Drink SANDWICH / CUSTOMER SERVICE Subworks
PIZZA Proto’s Pizzeria Napoletana 600 Airport Road, Longmont, 303-485-5000 On Nov. 4, 1999 Pam Proto opened the first Proto’s Pizza in Longmont. Now with six locations, Proto’s has become fixtures in the community and offers a wonderful restaurant for friends and family to gather. In the words of Pam Proto “Come in, sit back and enjoy.” Second: Papa Murphy’s, 2330 Main St. Suite B, Longmont, 303-678-7272 Third: Abbondanza Pizzeria, 461 Main St., Longmont, 303-485-5020
1104 Francis St., Longmont, 303-774-7000 Only the highest quality meats, cheeses and breads go into creating Subworks deli loaded oven baked subs with more meat than any other sandwich out there. Subworks won’t leave you hungry. They also offer great tasting salads, soups and desserts. Being locally owned and operated, Subworks knows what Longmont wants in a sub and strives daily to exceed those needs. Runners up for Sandwich: Second: Snarf’s, 645 Ken Pratt Blvd., Longmont, 303-774-1441 Third: Subway, 1635 Pace St., Longmont, 303-776-9995; 1250 S. Hover St., Longmont, 303-651-9836; 1801 Hover St., Longmont, 303-651-2227; 3851 Colo. Highway 119, Longmont, 303-682-5475; 700 Ken Pratt Blvd., Longmont, 303-776-3011; 1630 Main St., Longmont, 303-776-3023 Runners up for Customer Service: Second: Budget Home Center, 780 Boston Ave., Longmont, 303-678-8659 Third: Elevations Credit Union, 1079 S. Hover St., Suite 100, Longmont, 303-443-4672; 2101 N. Main St., Longmont, 303-443-4672
STEAK Texas Roadhouse 2301 Clover Basin Drive, Longmont, 303-774-1491 For the fourth consecutive year, Longmont residents have recognized Texas Roadhouse for having the best steak in town. In addition to their famous hand-cut steaks, Texas Roadhouse is also known for its fall-off-the-bone ribs, made-from-scratch sides and fresh-baked bread. Texas Roadhouse offers legendary food at a legendary value with 20 meals less than $10 everyday. Second: Outback Steakhouse, 1315 Dry Creek Drive, Longmont, 303-684-8149 Third: Sugarbeet, 101 Pratt St., Longmont, 303-651-3330
SUSHI Sushi Hana RESTAURANT FOR SPECIAL OCCASIONS Sugarbeet 101 Pratt St., Longmont, 303-651-3330 Sugarbeet serves a seasonal, contemporary American menu as a chef-owned, neighborhood restaurant featuring an intimate dining experience. The bar, dining rooms and patios offer a relaxing atmosphere to enjoy cocktails and a memorable meal. Sugarbeet is open Wednesday through Sunday for happy hour and dinner starting at 4 p.m. Reservations are recommended. Second: Terrior, 246 Main St., Longmont, 303-651-0630 Third: Martini’s Bistro, 543 Terry St., Longmont, 303-651-2772
SEAFOOD Red Lobster 2177 Ken Pratt Blvd., Longmont, 303-485-9898 With a large plate of succulent crab legs, lobster dipped in butter or the fresh catch of the day, Red Lobster is a leader for seafood. The atmosphere at Red Lobster lends a casual dining experience in which diners can enjoy the bright open feel of coastal style. Second: Tortuga’s, 218 Coffman St., Longmont, 303-772-9654 Third: Mike O’Shay’s Restaurant & Ale House, 512 Main St., Longmont, 303-772-0252
2065 Main St., Longmont, 303-485-1055 Sushi Hana will celebrate its anniversary in October, marking four years of providing Longmont with the highest-quality sushi cuisine. The restaurant caters to its customers, and credits its success in the area to the locals who have made it their favorite sushi destination. Customer favorites include the Black Sesame Seared Spicy Salmon, Chilean Sea Bass, Orange Tuna and Rainbow Tartar. Second: Sakura Japanese Restaurant, 600 Airport Road Suite B-F, Longmont, 303-485-9282 Third: Kho’s Asian Bistro, 1325 Dry Creek Drive Suite 106, Longmont, 303-682-3138