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Š2016 A publication of the Renton Reporter
Thank you for your votes for SmartTalent in the stafďŹ ng category for Best of Renton!
425-271-4225 | www.smarttalent.net 220 SW Sunset Blvd. | Suite B102 | Renton, WA 98057
1589690
We are proud to be locally owned and operated; connecting businesses with great employees since 2001.
Best of Renton 2016 COMMUNITY SERVICE
ENTERTAINMENT
HEALTH & FITNESS
Church
Casino
Barber Shop/Hair Salon
WINNER St. Anthony Catholic Parish FINALISTS New Life Church Highline Community Church Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints St. Matthew’s Lutheran Church
Non-profit WINNER Renton History Museum FINALISTS Evergreen City Ballet Luther’s Table BECU
Medical Eye & Vision Care
Paul S. Jensen O.D., Optometric Physician 112 Pelly Ave N, Renton, WA 98057
425-255-2020
1584922
WINNER CD Danza Salon & Spa FINALISTS Brag Hair Salon Ulta Beauty 44th Street Salon
Karaoke
Chiropractor
WINNER Mazatlan Mexican Restaurant FINALISTS Uncle Mo’s Snappy Inn R Bar & Grill Spot Sports Bar & Grill
WINNER Dr. Trisha Hughes FINALISTS Dr. Scott Petett Dr. Rod Handly Highlands Chiropractic
Dentist/Denturist
Night Life
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WINNER Freddie’s Casino FINALISTS Silver Dollar Casino Diamond Lil’s Card Casino
www.rentonvision.com
WINNER Mazatlan Mexican Restaurant FINALISTS Shuga Jazz Bistro Freddie’s Casino The Local 907
WINNER 4th & Morris Dentistry FINALISTS Dr. Robert Odegard, DDS Dr. Kirk E. King, DDS Renton Dental Arts Dr. Keith McDonald, DMD
Theater
Eye Care WINNER Renton Vision Clinic FINALISTS Eyes on the Landing Optic One Dr. Paul Jensen, O.D. - Renton Vision Source
WINNER Renton Civic Theatre FINALISTS Regal The Landing Stadium 14 & RPX Renton IKEA Performing Arts Center Renton Carco Theatre
Best of Renton Finalist
Family. Friends. Community.
“Dental implants can change the quality of your life”
Jim Sullivan, Agent 1520 Duvall Avenue NE Renton, WA 98059 Bus: 425-226-3322 jimsullivaninsurance.com
Actual patients of Dr. Odegard Tom and Marlys Leonard
Dr. Robert L. Odegard, D.D.S., 451 Duvall Ave NE • Renton WA
1567751
Located in the Highland's Professional Plaza across from QFC in the Renton Highlands.
www.Rentondentalhealth.com info@drodegard.com
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DENTAL IMPLANTS
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Best of Renton 2016 Fitness Center
Physician
WINNER LA Fitness FINALISTS Planet Fitness Renton Community Center 24 Hour Fitness
WINNER Dr. Crenguta Stepan, MD - Valley Medical Center FINALISTS Dr. Jeanne Moore, MD Valley Medical Center Dr. Linda M. Geere, MD, Group Health Group Health Renton Medical Center
HealthCare Facility WINNER UW/Valley Medical Clinics FINALISTS Pacific Medical Clinic Group Health Renton Medical Center Southlake Clinic
WINNER CD Danza Salon & Spa FINALISTS Massage Envy Element Salon and Spa at The Landing Bianco and Company Salon & Spa Kiema Massage
WE’RE DEDICATED TO YOU.
Drawing Winners are listed on page 7
At Eyes on The Landing we are passionate about the clarity of your vision and helping you find your perfect frame!
Thank you for your votes, we appreciate our customers!
Thank you for voting!
Nail Salon WINNER #1 Nail Pro Salon & Spa FINALISTS CD Danza Salon & Spa CK Nails Diamond Nails
Kirk E. King, DDS, PS Invisalign Cosmetic & Family Dentistry 66 Williams Ave S • www.dare2smile.com
1589623
425.226.4090
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We look forward to providing outstanding care for you, your family, and your friends.
425-276-5752
822 N. 10th Pl, Suite A, Renton, WA 98057 www.eyesonthelanding.com
1589602
Pediatrician WINNER Dr. Gary German, M.D. Valley Children’s Clinic FINALISTS Dr. Marcia Jordan, M.D. Women’s & Family Health Specialists Dr. Monica Richter, M.D., Valley Children’s Clinic Dr. Daniel Friedman,M.D., Renton Pediatric Associates
Spa Services
www.buckys.com
Now Open in Auburn @
37th & Auburn Way No. Bucky’s has the reputation for doing the job right the first time! No appointment is necessary – we offer same day service in most cases.
Celebrate Cinco de Mayo at all locations! We are honored to be nominated for your favorite Mexican Restaurant!
Free Check Engine Light Scan
BUCKY’S COMPLETE OIL CHANGE SPECIAL Only
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$ 1586584
Up to 5 QTS, 5W30 Kendall Synthetic Blend 16 locations from Everett to Tacoma
Tax and $2.00 Shop/Disposal Fee. 95 +Most Cars & Light Trucks
Thank You for your Votes!
TORERO’S AT THE LANDING 920 N. 10TH ST 425-228-6180
TORERO’S NORTH BENSON CENTER 10707 SE CARR RD. 425-227-9104
Check us out on Facebook for Daily Specials
www.toreros-mexicanrestaurants.com
www.rentonreporter.com
1589695
3801 NE 4th St, Renton, WA 98056 425-255-1081
Family Restaurant In Renton Since 1975
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Best of Renton 2016 KIDS
Volunteer WINNER Pam Teal FINALISTS Chris Spahn- Birthday Dreams David and Sandy Young (Valley Medical Center) Norma Cugini
Activities WINNER 8-Bit Arcade FINALISTS Gene Coulon Memorial Beach Park Henry Moses Aquatic Center Renton Community Center
Daycare
PETS
WINNER Phoenix Montessori FINALISTS Bright Horizons Family Circle Learning Center KinderCare Child Day Care Center
Pet Groomer WINNER Poodie’s Pet Palace FINALISTS PetSmart Renton West Vet Hospital Sierra Fish & Pets
Learning Center WINNER Highlands Preschool FINALISTS Phoenix Montessori Meadow Crest Early Learning Center King County Library
Pet Store
PEOPLE
WINNER Sierra Fish & Pets FINALISTS PetSmart Pet Pros Petco Highlands
Elected Official
Veternary Clinic
Phone: (425) 226-1802 (425) 226-1803 14412 S.E. Petrovitsky Rd Renton, WA 98058 Now Delivering Wed.-Sun. 5-9!!! Hours: 4:00-1:00, Mon - Thurs 4:00-2:00, Fri & Sat 4:00-10:00, Sun
WINNER Kenny’s Auto Shop FINALISTS Newcastle Shell Auto Service Mathewson’s Automotive Bucky’s Complete Auto Repair Renton Toyota
Bank/Credit Union WINNER BECU FINALISTS First Financial Northwest Bank Chase Key Bank US Bank, 4th Street Northeast
Sunday,May 8
$36.50 For Two
Price good May 1-8th MAY 8
COMPLIMENTARY CARNATION
YOUR CONFIDENCE AND SUPPORT IS GREATLY APPRECIATED THANK YOU FOR YOUR VOTES!
(add $18.25 per person for)
BBQ Pork • Egg Rolls Golden Special Chow Mein General Tao’s Chicken Mongolian Beef Vegetable Chow Yuk Golden Special Rice
Dine In or Take Out Now Accepting Reservations 1589133
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Automotive Care
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MarcieMaxwell.com 206-949-1696 LisaLam.MarcieMaxwell
1589742
www.Goldenpeacockfairwood.yolasite.com
WINNER Mogren, Glessner, Roti & Ahrens, P.S. FINALISTS Dan Kellogg Dan Clawson Mark Hammer
Happy Mother’s Day! Opens at 3:00 pm Mother’s Day Dinner
Thank you for nominating us for 2016 “Best Asian Cuisine”
Attorney/Law Firm
WINNER Renton West Vet Hospital FINALISTS Spring Glen Veterinary Hospital Animal HealthCare of Renton Renton Veterinary Hospital
WINNER Ed Prince FINALISTS Adam Smith Mayor Denis Law Armondo Pavone
Fine Dining in a Casual Atmosphere
PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
Best of Renton 2016 Financial Advisor
Staffing/Employment
Breakfast
WINNER Dan Kellogg FINALISTS Mogren, Glessner, Roti & Ahrens, P.S. Nina Boss - Edward Jones Chase Bank
WINNER SmartTalent FINALISTS LaborWorks Labor Ready Madden Industrial Staffing
WINNER Plum Delicious Family Restaurant FINALISTS Whistle Stop Alehouse Jay Berry’s Cafe Countryside Cafe
Insurance Agent
RESTAURANT
Coffee Shop
WINNER Best Pho & Thai FINALISTS Golden Peacock Restaurant Freddie’s Casino Little PeKing Chinese Restaurant
Realtor
Family Restaurant
Bakery
WINNER Mazatlan Mexican Restaurant FINALISTS Cedar River Smokehouse Torero’s Mexican Restaurant Whistle Stop Alehouse
WINNER Chuck’s Donut Shop FINALISTS Renton Technical College Common Ground Coffee & Cupcakes Cremè de la Crème
Fine Dining
Senior Retirement
WINNER Melrose Grill FINALISTS Mazatlan Mexican Restaurant Marianna Ristorante Red House Beer & Wine Shoppe
WINNERS Merrill Gardens Chateau at Valley Center FINALISTS Evergreen Place The Lakeshore
LINDAGEERE,MD
Thank you for your votes for favorite elected official. It is an honor and privilege to serve our extraordinary community.
Family Practice
THANK YOU FOR YOUR VOTE OF CONFIDENCE! We accept all major insurance including Group Health, BCBS of Illinois, Regence, Aetna, Premera, First Choice, United Health and many more.
Ed Prince
Renton City Council
425-572-5112
1589993
4300 Talbot Road South, Suite 103 | Renton, WA 98055 1590256
Thank you for voting for us!
A GREAT NEIGHBORHOOD STEAKHOUSE 425-254-0759
www.melrosegrill.com
819 HOUSER WAY SOUTH, RENTON, WA 98057
1589999
OPEN DAILY AT 5PM
413 S. 3rd St., Renton 425.255.3900 800.733.3901 www.cugini.com
Thank you for your votes! We’re proud to serve this great community. Open Monday thru Friday 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., Saturday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
1585334
WINNER Lisa Lam/Marcie Maxwell – Windermere FINALISTS Christina Clymer Jarvis - Windermere Mary Lou Gustine-Nelson - Renton Realty Heather Buckles - Windermere
WINNER Starbucks FINALISTS Big Foot Java Liberty Cafe Vince’s Coffee
Asian Cuisine
WINNER Jim Sullivan - State Farm Insurance FINALISTS John Galluzo - Farmers Insurance Steve Waiss - Allstate Dan Proctor - Allstate
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Best of Renton 2016 Hamburgers
Italian Cuisine
Mexican Cuisine
WINNER Burger Town FINALISTS Burger Addict Five Guys Burgers and Fries Red Robin - Landing
WINNER Marianna Ristorante FINALISTS Vince’s Italian Restaurant & Pizzeria Angelo’s Pizza & Pasta Amante Pizza & Pasta
WINNER Mazatlan Mexican Restaurant FINALISTS La Hacienda Santa Fe Mexican Restaurant La Fuente Mexican Restaurant Torero’s Mexican Restaurant
Indian Cuisine
Lunch
Pizza
WINNER Naan-N-Curry FINALISTS Pabla Indian Restaurant Himalayan Cafe Spice King
WINNER Mazatlan Mexican Restaurant FINALISTS Red House Beer & Wine Shoppe Freddie’s Casino Whistle Stop Alehouse
WINNER Vince’s Italian Restaurant & Pizzeria FINALISTS Smoking Monkey Pizza Pizza Dudes The Rock Wood Fired Pizza
Thank you for supporting Local Businesses! We appreciate every one of our customers!
Thank you for your votes!
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FOREIGN & DOMESTIC
COMPLETE AUTOMOTIVE SERVICES FOR CARS, TRUCKS, MOTORHOMES & ALL TYPES OF SPECIALTY VEHICLES
Thank you to all our great customers for your nominations!
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STATE CERTIFIED Emission Specialists
1588302
425-226-3215
601 S. Grady Way, Ste. M Renton, WA 98057
www.sierrafishandpets.net
A P P L I A N C E S www.kingandbunnys.com
425-277-0600
1589601
4608 NE Sunset Blvd, Renton WA
Across from Albertsons & Starbucks in the Renton Highlands
Thank you Renton for keeping us at the “TOP” of your shopping list!!!
Quality Produce
Fresh new shipment of • Flowers • Starts • Vegetables • Fruit Plus so much more!
Dr. Wood and the entire staff at Animal Health Care Center would like to thank everyone that voted for AHCC in the “Best of Renton.” Serving our customers and their pets continue to be the reason we work so hard every day to provide the best pet care possible. We thank each of you for your loyalty & support over the years and into the future.
Sincerely, Dr. Tracy Wood & the staff at AHCC
Authentic Thai Cuisine
Animal Health Care of Renton
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5325 NE 4th St.
Mon & Wed 8am-7pm Tues, Thurs & Fri 8am-6pm Sat & Sun 10am-4pm
Sun.-Thurs. 11 a.m. - 9:30 p.m. Fri. & Sat. 11 a.m. - 10:00 p.m.
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Best of Renton 2016 SHOPPING
Tavern/Bar WINNER Berliner Pub FINALISTS Mazatlan Mexican Restaurant Whistle Stop Alehouse Dog & Pony Alehouse
Appliance Store WINNER King and Bunnys Appliances FINALISTS IKEA Fry’s Electronics Lowe’s Home Improvement
Thai Cuisine WINNER Royal Orchid FINALISTS Thai 65 Best Pho & Thai Sing Tong Thai Cuisine
Cannabis WINNER Emerald Haze FINALISTS The Evergreen Market Clutch Cannabis
Flower Shop WINNER Cugini Florists & Fine Gifts FINALISTS Renton Flower Shop Safeway Heritage Flowers (Fairwood)
Congratulations
“Thank you for your support.”
Best of Renton drawing winners First Place: Tim Foster wins a $50 gift card for McLendon Hardware and a $50 gift card for Vince’s Italian Restaurant & Pizzeria Second Place: Janice Brady wins a $50 gift card for McLendon Hardware and a $25 gift card for Vince’s Italian Restaurant & Pizzeria Third Place: Anne Healy wins a $25 gift card for Vince’s Italian Restaurant & Pizzeria
Armondo Pavone Renton City Council 1589996
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425-226-3890
1591450
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440 Rainier Ave. S. 425-235-3555 425-235-3555
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Best of Renton 2016 Gift Store
Jewelry Store
WINNER Cost Plus World Market FINALISTS CD Danza Salon & Spa Cugini Florists & Fine Gifts Poggi Bonsi Gifts
WINNER Garland Jewelers FINALISTS Fred Meyer Renton Jewelry Exchange Renton Coin Shop
WINNER Safeway FINALISTS Fred Meyer Shawn & Ted’s Meat Market Top of the Hill Quality Produce Uwajimaya
Hardware WINNER McLendon Hardware FINALISTS Dunn Lumber Ace Hardware Lowe’s Home Improvement
WINNER Vino at The Landing FINALISTS Red House Beer & Wine Shoppe The Met Coffee and Wine Bar Cedar River Cellars
Tattoo Shop WINNER Majenta’s Diamond Tattoo & Body Piercing FINALISTS Handsome Devil Ink Ancient Arts Tattoo Sacred Soul Tattoo
RISTORANTE PIZZERIA BAR 310 Wells Ave S, Renton, WA 98057 425-271-7042 mariannaristorante.com
Thank You For Your Votes Renton!
Vintage, Antiques and Treasures WINNER St. Vincent de Paul FINALISTS St. Charles Place Antiques Goodwill Antiques 4U
1590084
Grocery/Convenient Store
Winery/Wine Shop
Celebrate Mother’s Day with us!
The Best of Renton
MERRILL GARDENS AT RENTON CENTRE Thank you for recognizing
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Merrill Gardens as the best senior living community in Renton for 9 years in a row!
2007 – 201
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