the
Best of... BR E M E RTON 2013
bremerton patriot
A SPECIAL SUPPLEMENT OF THE
READER’S CHOICE AWARDS
PATRIOT BREMERTON
Sponsored By:
El Balcon Salvadorean Restaurant
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BEST OF BREMERTON
THANK YOU
to all of our Families and Customers from the Family Pancake House of Bremerton for voting us #1 BEST FAMILY DINING #1 BEST KIDS MENU & FINALIST IN BEST BREAKSFAST
for 2013
FAMILY ~ PANCAKE ~
HOUSE SINCE 1963
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OCTOBER 25, 2013
Best of... 2013
Br e m erton
Celebrating Bremerton’s best Welcome to the first annual Best of Bremerton readers’ choice awards edition. I am very excited to present the winners and finalists of this first time readers’ choice awards in partnership with the Bremerton Chamber of Commerce. The Best of Bremerton is a reflection of businesses and people in the community that have made a positive impact on residents in the area who have taken the time to vote on various categories and to showcase the Best of Bremerton. From the best burgers and mexican food to massage therapists and local artists, there are more than 50 categories showcasing the area’s best as voted on by readers of the Bremerton Patriot in this year’s contest. Special thanks go out to Fred Meyer, Les Schwab Tires, Outback Steakhouse and El Balcon Mexican Restaurant, for partnering with the Patriot and the Bremerton Chamber of Commerce to present the Best of Bremerton reader’s choice awards. Congratulations to this year’s winners and finalists. Now it’s time to get your pens and pencils out and start making a list of places to try that you may not have already. Personally, I’m looking forward to expanding my list of favorite foods in Bremerton. And remember, always shop locally first. Your dollar goes a lot farther than you might think when it stays in the local economy. Enjoy!
4115 Wheaton Way E. Bremerton (360)479-0788
3900 Kitsap Way Bremerton (360)479-2422
1034 Bethel Ave Port Orchard
(360)895-0545
Sean McDonald Publisher
OCTOBER 25, 2013
BEST OF BREMERTON
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Thank you for Voting us
Smitty’s Place Tattoo shop is a finalist in this year’s Best of Bremerton.
#1 The Best Meat & Produce in Town!
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Ralph’s
McGavin’s Bakery, winner of Best Bakery in Bremerton is located on Callow Ave.
The Best of Bremerton 2013 Publisher: Sean McDonald Cover & Page Design: Bryon Kempf Ad Staff: Rita Nicholson, Jennifer Zuver, Diane Humble Production Artist: Bryon Kempf Copyright 2013© Sound Publishing Inc.
We’re open every day! 6am to 11pm
360-377-5708
6724 Kitsap Way, Bremerton www.ralphsredapple.com
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BEST OF BREMERTON
OCTOBER 25, 2013
THE READERS HAVE SPOKEN! AND THE WINNERS ARE...
BBQ
Winner: Boogaloo’s BBQ Winner: McGavin’s Bakery
Finalists: – Larry & Kristie’s Bakery, Bon Bon Bakery
Hamburger
Winner: Noah’s Ark
Finalists: – McCloud’s, Brother Don’s
Authentic Food Made With The Heart of Central America! Pupusas Burritos Horchata Black Bean We Use The Freshest Ingredients Daily...
360-813-1617 • 326 Pacific Avenue Bremerton With His Hands We Are Able To Serve You!
Winner: Happy Teriyaki
Finalists: – Sunny’s Teriyaki, Tom’s Teriyaki
Mexican
Winners (tie): El Balcon, Azteca
Winner: Tony’s Pizza
Finalists: – Boston Pizza, The Toad House
Steak
Winner: Outback Steakhouse
Finalists: – McCloud’s, The Boat Shed
Finalists: – La Fermata, Boston Pizza
Teriyaki
Pizza
Finalists: – McCloud’s, Crazy Eric’s
El Balcon Salvadorean Restaurant
Winner: Tony’s Pizza & Italian
Best Food
Bakery
Italian
Finalist: – Los Cazadores
Chinese
Winner: Golden Star
Finalists: – Emperor’s Palace, No. 1 Buffet
Thank You Everyone for your generous support and votes! Serving Bremerton Since 1981 Tues-Sat 7-5 619 North Callow, Bremerton 360-373-2414
OCTOBER 25, 2013
BEST OF BREMERTON
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Thank You for voting us one of Bremerton’s Best! Thanks to all of our wonderful patients and staff for your support. Serving Kitsap County residents for over 30 years.
DR. KEITH R. REDD & STAFF
Providing personalized, excellent dental care, in a friendly environment, whether you’re new to the area, or just looking for a new dental home, why not check us out today. You’ll be glad you did!
Dr. Keith R. Redd,D.D.S. EMERGENCIES WELCOME, Open Mon-Fri, 7:00am-5:00pm 930 Park Avenue, Bremerton • 360-377-7621
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BEST OF BREMERTON
Michelle Hanson
Bremerton Harborside Branch Manager
OCTOBER 25, 2013
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Fountain Park in downtown Bremerton, named Best Romantic Spot.
THANK YOU For Voting Us Best in Bremerton 2013 Thank you for voting Kitsap Credit Union “Best Financial Institution”
Kitsap Clinic of Natural Medicine
As a member-owned not-for-profit co-op, 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. Harborside Branch 155 Washington Ave
NBK - Bremerton (PSNS) 886 Barclay Street
Dr. Katherine Barkshire ND, RN
OFFICE HOURS M-W 8am-5pm Thurs 10am-6pm Closed 12-1pm
And thanks for my wonderful team: Dr. Christine Willi ND Marcie Keim www.kitsapnaturalmedicine.com
1007 Scott Avenue, Suite E Bremerton, 98310 360-475-0400
Primary & Specialty Care with an emphasis on Prevention
OCTOBER 25, 2013
BEST OF BREMERTON
Family Dining
Winner: Family Pancake House
Finalists: – Big Apple Diner, Bremerton Bar & Grill
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Coffee/Latte
Winner: Bay Street Coffee Co.
Finalists: – Starbuck’s, Cornerstone Coffee
Kid’s Menu
Dessert
Finalists: – McCloud’s, Hi-Lo’s Diner
Amy’s Chocolates
Winner: Family Pancake Winner: Bon Bon Bakery House Finalists: – Anthony’s Home Port,
Sushi
Winner: Trapper’s Sushi
Finalists: – Happy Teriyaki, Ichizen
Breakfast
Winner: Hi-Lo’s Diner Finalists: – Big Apple Diner, Family Pancake House
Local Beer
Winner: Der Blokken
Staff Photo
Enjoy the view of the Bremerton Marina from Anthony’s Home Port, finalist for Best Dessert in Bremerton.
Finalist: – Silver City Brewery
& Italian Restaurant Since 1966
THANKS TO ALL OF OUR LOYAL CUSTOMERS FOR VOTING US #1 4908 Kitsap Way, Bremerton • 360-479-9117 • tonyspizzabremerton.com
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BEST OF BREMERTON
Best People Barista
THANK YOU, BREMERTON, FOR VOTING US YOUR #1 MORTGAGE LENDER! Homebuyers trust Eagle Home Mortgage and its growing Bremerton team to finance their homes. Why?
Real Estate Agent Winner: Dino Davis
Winner: Isaac @ Bay St. Coffee Company
We’re local. Founded in Bellevue, we now have 25 offices in the state. We’re reputable. We are celebrating 30 years of service. We’re experienced. Our local loan officers are mortgage experts. We’re fast and accurate. Our in-house services result in a smoother process.
OCTOBER 25, 2013
Doctor
Winner: Dr. Katherine Barkshire
Finalists: – Dawn @ Cornerstone Coffee, Lela @ Bay St. Coffee Company
Bartender
We care. We live and work right here on the Peninsula.
Winner: Dr. Bruce Robinson
Finalists: – Aaron @ The Boat Shed, Mel @ Cloverleaf
Call our friendly staff at 360-377-3645 or visit us at 3940 Kitsap Way, Bremerton, WA 98312.
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NMLS #313159 Office: 360-340-2322 JerryMeneses@eaglehm.com
www.eaglehomemortgage.com/Bremerton
Winners (tie): Katie Morris @ Bell Anderson, John Stephens @ State Farm
Thank You for your votes! ANY SERVICE
Jerry Meneses Branch Manager
Member of the Lennar Family of Companies
Bremerton Branch NMLS #803564 Universal American Mortgage Company, LLC dba Eagle Home Mortgage – Consumer Loan License #CL-1058, company NMLS #1058. Equal Housing Lender. Copyright 2013 Lennar Corporation. Lennar and the Lennar logo are U.S. registered service marks of Lennar Corporation and/or its subsidiaries. Certain restrictions apply. This is not a commitment to lend. Applicants must qualify.
Winner: Mary Banks @ Rejuv
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360.792.9911 Conveniently located near the BremertonFerry
Finalist: – Tim Quigly @ Tim Quigly Ins.
Massage Practitioner
Our business is devoted to offering the best hairstyling and nail services in Bremerton, using the finest in hair color and nail products available. Exclusively offering AVEDA, ALFAPARF, butter LONDON. We know your style says a lot about you and we want it to speak well. Our mission is for Timothy Stimac Salon & Spa to be among the best Salons/Spas in Washington.
619 4th Street, Bremerton www.TIMOTHYSTIMAC.com
Finalists: – Dr. Keith Redd, Dr. Terry Schaap
Insurance Agent
Your Exclusive Salon & Spa
We offer a variety of loan products, including VA loan programs.
Finalists: – Dr. Glen Christin, Dr. Kim Dougan
Dentist
Winner: Tim @ Toro Lounge
Finalists: – CJ Hansen, Kim Stewart
Finalists: – Julie Poston @ Rejuv, Christine Davis @ Isella Day Spa
OCTOBER 25, 2013
BEST OF BREMERTON
Best Places
Photographer
Winner: Elaine Turso Photography
Finalists: – Rex Rudee @ Hudson Photography, Theresa Aubin Ahrens
Romantic Spot
Chiropractor
Winner: Fountain Park
Winner: Greame Smith
Finalists: – Meg Simans, Tom Ness
Community Volunteer
Winners (tie): Todd Best & Margie Torbron
Finalists: – Bachman Park, La Fermata
Playground
Winner: Lion’s Park Finalists: – Evergreen Park, Fountain Park
Finalist: – Holly James
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BEST OF BREMERTON
OCTOBER 25, 2013
Place For Dancing
Auto Service Shop
Winner: McCloud’s
Finalists: – Winter Club @ Kitsap G&CC, Brother Don’s
Staff Photo
The renovated downtown waterfront area features two hotels that tied for Best Hotel in Bremerton.
Happy Hour
Winner: Toro Lounge
Finalists: – Bremerton Bar & Grill, Anthony’s Home Port
Place To Work Hair Salon/Barber Winner: Harrison Winner: Acme Barber Shop
Medical Center
Finalists: – Puget Sound Naval Shipyard, Bay Street Coffee Company
Thanks for voting us one of Bremerton’s Best!
Hampton Inn & Suites Bremerton 150 Washington Avenue 360.405.0200 bremertonsuites.hamptoninn.com
Best Services
FairField Inn & Suites 239 4th Street 360.377.2111 www.fairfieldinn.com/seasb
Winner: B&B Auto
Finalists: – Les Schwab Tires, Harlow’s Auto Repair
Real Estate Company
Winner: Reid Real Estate
Finalist: – John L. Scott Real Estate
Finalists: – Tease Salon, Timothy Stimac Salon Thank You for voting Bon Bon Best Dessert and Best Bakery Finalist! Handmade pastries, specializing in gluten free. Local, fresh and real.
www.bakerybonbon.com
Amy Thanks The Community! Visit Pyrex Museum in store or view Amy’s Pyrex People reality series.
Every Thursday Channel 12 or Wave Channel 3 at 7:30pm
402 Pacific Ave., , Bremerton
(360) 373-3187
Thank You For Voting Us A Finalist In “Best Tire Store!” Chris Terrones, Store Manager 5034 State Highway 303, Bremerton • 360-479-6852
OCTOBER 25, 2013
BEST OF BREMERTON
Fitness Center
Financial Institution
Winner: Kitsap Credit Union Finalists: – Kitsap Bank, Navy Federal Credit Union
Antique Store Winner: Manette Mercantile
Finalists: – Flea Market Chicks, Perry Mall Antiques
Pharmacy
Winner: Bremerton YMCA
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Finalists: – West Coast Fitness, Snap Fitness
Grocery Store
Finalists: – Rite Aid, Safeway
Finalists: – WinCo Foods
Sporting Goods
Winner: Walgreens
Winners (tie): Fred Meyer, Garguille’s Red Apple
Bar
Winner: Toro Lounge
Finalists: – Fred Meyer, Team Sports
Finalists: – McCloud’s, Manette Saloon
THANK YOU for voting us: BEST Coffee/Latté BEST Barista - Isaak Finalist BEST Barista - Lela Finalist BEST Place to Work
Hotel/Motel
Winners (tie): Hampton Inn, Fairfield Inn
Finalists: – Baymont Inn & Suites, Oyster Bay Inn
Winner: Kitsap Sports
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BEST OF BREMERTON
Art Gallery
Tire Store
Winner: Amy Burnett Gallery
Vision Center
Winner: The Weekender
Finalists: – Harrison Medical Center Gift Shop, The Bug Museum
Staff Photo
Homemade desserts and more can be found at the Big Apple Diner, a finalist for Best Family Dining.
Cinema/Theater
Winner: See Film Cinema
Finalist: – Olympic Cinemas
Winner: Rejuv Spa
Winner: Eagle Home Mortgage
Finalists: – Wal-Mart, Kitsap Eye Physicians
Day Spa
Finalist: – Isella Day Spa
Finalists: – Smitty’s Place Tattoo, Bremerton City Tattoo
Mortgage Company
Winner: Visual Connections
Winner: Ish Vintage Clothing
Gift Shop
Winner: Callow Tattoo Company
Finalists: – Discount Tire, Wal-Mart
Clothing Store
Tattoo Shop
Winner: Les Schwab Tires
Finalist: – Collective Visions Gallery
Finalists: – Fred Meyer, Goodwill
OCTOBER 25, 2013
Finalists: – Kitsap Credit Union, Navy Federal Credit Union
Furniture Store
Winner: Arnold’s Home Furnishings Finalists: – Great American Furniture, Fred Meyer