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2009 Winners

The results are IN! We verified more than 191,000 votes to determine this year's winners. The 180 winners competed with more than 7,500 nominees to be named the BEST of KING5 Best of Western Washington. Check out the BEST of KING5 Best of Western Washington to discover something new.

191,394 Total Votes
106,188 Voters
7,570 Nominees
180 Winners

Rainier Golf and Country Club, Weddings, Venue, 11133 Des Moines Memorial Dr S Riverton-Boulevard Park WA 98168

Core Pilates, Health and Fitness, Pilates Studio, 10708 Main St Bellevue WA 98004

Sonic Boom Records, Shopping, Records and CDs, 2209 NW Market St Seattle WA 98107 514 15th Ave E Seattle WA 98112

Birth and Beyond, Fashion, Maternity Apparel, 2719 E Madison St Seattle WA 98112 N 36th St. & Evanston Ave. N. Seattle WA 98103

ShoWare Center, , , 625 W James St Kent WA 98032

Mutual Fish, Food Specialty Food and Drink, Fish Market Gourmet Grocery Seafood Market, 2335 Rainier Ave S Seattle WA 98144

Gorman Winery, Arts & Entertainment Arts and Entertainment, Winery, 19501 144th Ave NE Woodinville WA 98072

Sugar Rush Baking Company, Specialty Food and Drink, Bakery, Cupcakes, 4541 California Ave SW West Seattle Seattle WA 98116

It's a Dog's World Training Center, Pets, Training, 16024 60th St E Sumner WA 98390

Wild Waves Theme Park, Family Fun, Arts and Entertainment, Local Excursions, Water Park, Amusement Park, Fun Place for Kids, Family Outing, 36201 Enchanted Pky S Federal Way WA 98003

Arts and Entertainment Back to Top

BEST Winery: Alexandria Nicole Cellars
BEST Art Gallery: Hallway Gallery
BEST Fun Place for Kids: Hands On Children's Museum
BEST Live Comedy: Jet City Improv

BEST Museum: Museum of Flight
BEST Local Bands: Spike and The Impalers
BEST Indie Theater: The Grand Cinema
BEST Theatre Group: Village Theatre

Auto Back to Top

BEST Body Shop: Aldercrest Auto Rebuild
BEST Dealerships: Bickford Ford
BEST Car Wash: Brown Bear Car Wash
BEST Motorcycle Shop: Downtown Harley-Davidson

BEST Car Stereo: Evolution Audio
BEST Tire Shop: Les Schwab Tire Centers
BEST Detailing: Metropolitan Detail
BEST Repair: Smart Service Independent Subaru Expert

Beauty Back to Top

BEST Children's Cut: CF Kids Salon (Salon at Common Folk Kids)
BEST Massage: Industrial Massage
BEST Hair Color: Lisa Power Salon
BEST Hair Salon: Lorinda's Salon Spa & Store
BEST Tattoo and Piercing: Pierced Hearts Tattoo Parlor
BEST Day Spa: Savi Day Spa

BEST Tanning: Seattle Sun Tan
BEST Manicure and Pedicure: Studio Karri L
BEST Facial: Suite 300 Skin Care
BEST Waxing: The Sweet Spot
BEST Barber: Valentine's Men's Grooming

Cheap Eats Back to Top

BEST Healthy lunch: Comfort Food Cafe
BEST Greasy Spoon: Dick's Drive-In
BEST Burger: Dick's Drive-In
BEST Burrito: Gordito's Healthy Mexican
BEST Sandwich Shop: Hey Paison

BEST Breakfast: Maltby Cafe
BEST Barbecue: Stan's Bar B-Q
BEST Crepes: The Hangar Cafe
BEST Hot Dog: The Red Hot
BEST Pizza: The Rock Wood Fired Pizza & Spirits

Fashion Back to Top

BEST Maternity Apparel: Birth and Beyond
BEST Men's Clothing: Deli Seattle
BEST Women's Boutique: Diva Dollz
BEST Women's Accessories: Fetch Boutique
BEST Designer Jewelry: Fremont Jewelry Design
BEST Vintage and Resale: Jewell's

BEST Alterations and Tailoring: Judy's Sewing
BEST Lingerie: Lovers
BEST Women's Shoes: Mi Shoes
BEST Men's Shoes: Sole Food
BEST Children's Clothing: SugarBabies

Great Meals Back to Top

BEST Latin American: Asado
BEST Japanese: Boom Noodle
BEST Vegetarian: Café Flora
BEST Seafood: Chuck's Seafood Grotto
BEST Indian: Clay Pit
BEST Outdoor Dining: Duke's on Alki
BEST Italian: Il Granaio
BEST Thai: Indochine
BEST Steakhouse: JaK's Grill
BEST Chinese: Judy Fu's Snappy Dragon
BEST Mexican: La Palmera

BEST Vietnamese: Pho Cyclo Cafe
BEST Mediterranean: Plaka Estiatorio
BEST French: Prima Bistro
BEST Kids Menu: Red Robin
BEST Brunch: Salty's Seafood Grills
BEST Romantic Restaurant: The Old House Cafe
BEST New Restaurant: The Stone House Redmond
BEST Tapas: Tidbit Bistro - CLOSED
BEST New American: Trumpeter Public House
BEST Sushi: Umi Sake House
BEST Asian Fusion: Wild Ginger

Health and Fitness Back to Top

BEST Dance Studio: Allegro Performing Arts Academy
BEST Pilates Studio: Balance Within
BEST Personal Trainers: Elite Fitness Training
BEST Bike Shop: Gregg's Cycles Inc.
BEST Gym: Highline Athletic Club
BEST Skate Shop: I and I Board Shop

BEST Golf Shop: Puetz Golf
BEST Sporting Goods: Risan Athletics
BEST Running Gear: Run 26
BEST Ski and Snowboard Shop: Stevens Pass Snowboard Shop
BEST Martial Arts: U.S. Martial Arts Center
BEST Yoga Studio: Yoga Centers

Local Services Back to Top

BEST Day Care: Bright Star Kids Academy
BEST Locksmiths: Citywide Locksmith
BEST Movers: Hansen Bros. Moving & Storage
BEST Dry Cleaning: Helena's Dry Cleaners

BEST Laundromat: Lather Daddy on 12th Avenue
BEST Favorite Local Charity: Step By Step
BEST Matchmaker: Table for Two NW - CLOSED

Nightlife Back to Top

BEST Bowling: ACME Bowling Billiards & Events
BEST Neighborhood Bar: Atlantic Crossing Pub
BEST Sports Bar: Cactus Moon
BEST Jazz Club: Dimitriou's Jazz Alley
BEST College Bar: Earl's on the Ave
BEST Cocktails: Feedback Lounge
BEST Blues Club: Highway 99 Blues Club
BEST Happy Hour: McCormick's Fish House & Bar
BEST Beer Selection: Naked City Taphouse

BEST Karaoke: O'finnigan's
BEST Irish Pub: Shawn O'Donnell's
BEST Live Music: Showbox at the Market
BEST Brewpub: Silver City Restaurant & Brewery
BEST Wine Bar: The Grape Adventure
BEST Gay and Lesbian Bar: The Mix
BEST Pool Hall: The Parlor Billiards & Spirits
BEST Dance Club: Trinity
BEST Trendy Bar: Yella Beak Saloon

People Back to Top

BEST Favorite Doctor: Adam Tetuan, DC, CKTP, C.ART
BEST Favorite Dentist: Amy Norman, DDS
BEST Hottest Firefighter: Brenda Fromhold
BEST Principal: Dan Besett
BEST Favorite Plastic Surgeon: Dr. Richard Baxter
BEST Friendliest Pro Athlete: Edgar Martinez
BEST Local Radio Personality: Fitz
BEST Bartender: Heather Kennedy-Gaudette

BEST College Athlete: Jake Locker
BEST Best Looking Police Officer: Jarod Kasner
BEST Funniest Local Comedian: Joel McHale
BEST Fitness Instructor: Mandy Huetten and Kristyn Dahl
BEST Energetic Mascot: Mariner Moose
BEST Cheerleading Squad: Rat City Rollergirls Cheerleaders - CLOSED
BEST Sports Team: Seattle Sounders FC
BEST Favorite Teacher: Ward Brannman

Pets Back to Top

BEST Ugliest Dog: Charlie the Dog
BEST Pet Sitting: Dallas and Pals-Dog Walking and Pet Sitting
BEST Pet Supplies: Denny Pet World
BEST Dog Walker: Dogs on the Hill
BEST Pet Photography: PaddyWag Photography

BEST Training: Paws-Abilities Total Dog Center
BEST Doggie Daycare: The Barking Lounge
BEST Grooming: The Soggy Doggy
BEST Couture: Unleashed PetWear

Shopping Back to Top

BEST Portrait Photography: Baby Dream Photography
BEST Gift Shop: C'est la Vie
BEST Children's Gifts: ChildTrek Toys, Books & Gifts
BEST Records and CDs: Easy Street Records
BEST Bookstore: Elliott Bay Book Company
BEST Musical Instruments: Henry Bischofberger Violins
BEST Shopping Center: Kent Station

BEST Comics: Olympic Cards and Comics
BEST Housewares: Poggi Bonsi
BEST Antiques: Space Oddity Vintage Furniture
BEST Arts and Crafts: The Bead Factory
BEST Furniture: The Old Cannery Furniture Warehouse
BEST Home and Garden: Wight's Home & Garden

Specialty Food and Drink Back to Top

BEST Beer Store: 99 Bottles
BEST Cheese Shop: Beecher's Handmade Cheese
BEST Butcher: Double D D Meats
BEST Ice Cream Shop: Full Tilt Ice Cream
BEST Bakery: Hillcrest Bakery
BEST Gourmet Grocery: Marina Market Specialty Foods

BEST Fish Market: Pike Place Fish Market
BEST Tea House: Secret Garden Tea
BEST Chocolate: Sweet Decadence
BEST Wine Shop: The Wine Alley
BEST Coffee Shop: The Woods Coffee
BEST Desserts: Top Pot Doughnuts

Weddings Back to Top

BEST Officiant: A Heavenly Ceremony
BEST Wedding Dresses: All That Shimmers - CLOSED
BEST Cakes: Celebrity Cake Studio
BEST Venue: Countryside Meadows
BEST Rings: E.E. Robbins
BEST DJ: Generation X Productions
BEST Photographer: Jean-Marcus Strole Photography

BEST Flowers: Maxines Floral and Gift
BEST Videographer: McKenna Video
BEST Invitations: Merchant's Paper & Design
BEST Wedding Planner: Serenity Weddings
BEST Music: Shelley & The Curves
BEST Caterer: Three Chicks Catering

Where We Live Back to Top

BEST Biggest Public Eyesore: Experience Music Project
BEST School with the Most Spirit: Fife High School
BEST Playground: Forest Park
BEST New Building: New Seahawks headquarters

BEST Place to People Watch: Pike Place Market
BEST Pick-up Place: Starbucks Coffee
BEST Place to Work: T-Mobile USA

Year in Review Back to Top

BEST Man of the Year: Bill Wixey
BEST Moment of the Year: December Snow Storms

BEST Woman of the Year: Kathi Goertzen

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