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BEST Art Gallery Greg Kucera Gallery

BEST Casino Tulalip Resort Casino

Great shopping nearby

BEST Fun Place for Kids Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium

Kids love the shark tank!!!

BEST Indie Theater Admiral Theater

BEST Live Comedy Jet City Improv

BEST Local Bands Afrodisiacs

They are a blast, very talented, and rock every venue!

BEST Museum Museum of Flight

There's enough here to please any age and especially foreign visitors.

BEST Theater Venue The Paramount Theatre

A world class venue and Northwest jewel . . .

BEST Theatre Group Teatro ZinZanni

I've never heard a bad report, even from the most cynical . . . and fearful ;o)

BEST Winery Mount Baker Vineyards and Winery

Love what Randy et al are doing up there . . .

BEST Body Shop Malo's

They did a beautiful job on my beamer bumper. Great service and a fair price.

BEST Car Stereo Sounds on Wheels

They have better prices and service then the city chains or the East side.

BEST Car Wash Elephant Car Wash

They are usually very enthusiastic . . .

BEST Dealerships BMW Seattle

We've bought our cars from them for 10 years and they give great service . . .

BEST Detailing BMW Seattle

Have taken my cars here for years and they do a beautiful job.

BEST Motorcycle Shop Southend Motorcycle Service

BEST Repair SWEDISH AUTOMOTIVE

This place is absolutely the perfect example of what we expect from a repair shop. Unfortunately they only service swedish makes and a couple others. But if you have a Volvo, Mini Cooper, Subaru, or Saab, don't go anywhere else.

BEST Tire Shop Discount Tire

I've been going to the one in Burien because it's run right. The do good work, have a decent selection of tires, and the prices are good.

BEST Barber Westside Barber Shop

BEST Children's Cut West Seattle Kids

Took my nephew visiting from out of town and he thought they were great . . .

BEST Day Spa Ummelina

Iconic yes, but have never had a bad service there . . .

BEST Facial Eco Beauty

Christina and staff do a great job with the aveda product line. The room are comfortable.

BEST Hair Color Salon 08

Duffy is an amazing colorist. Her foiling is the best, bar none!

BEST Hair Salon Salon 08

A big fan here. Ask for Duffy. I've now got three friends going to her.

BEST Manicure and Pedicure Nail Time

Open 7 days a week for walk ins and everyone is so nice there.

BEST Massage Ummelina

I've had the best massages here. Not cheap but worth it . . .

BEST Tanning Sun Times

BEST Tattoo and Piercing Madame Lazonga's Tattoo

I know her personally and her creativity, artistry, and sanitation is among the best in the area.

BEST Waxing Bee Waxed Spa

Haven't had the guts to do the back, sack, and crack yet but my good friend swears by this place.

BEST Barbecue Pecos Pit BBQ

Worth lining up in the rain for.

BEST Breakfast Glo's

Parking and the wait can be a drag but worth it for this little gem . . .

BEST Burger Zippy's Giant Burgers

Make the trip out there, you won't regret it!

BEST Burrito Tacos Guaymas

Looking for authentic? - go here.

BEST Crepes The Tuscan Tea Room

A delightful setting if you're going to eat overpriced pancakes. Great atmosphere to take someone sweet . . .

BEST Food Truck Tuscan Stone Pizza

Wood fired and delicious ingredients. Reminds me of Naples . . .

BEST Greasy Spoon Mae's Phinney Ridge Café

Fun, casual, and fattening . . . just what you'd expect from Mae's. Oh, did I forget comfortingly yummy?

BEST Healthy Lunch Market Fresh

BEST Hot Dog Cyber-Dogs

BEST Pizza Giannoni's Pizzeria

New York Style thin crust, the way pizza should be!

BEST Sandwich Shop Great Harvest Bread Co.

It's all about the bread here, fresh and lots of variety. And the fillings are fresh and creative.

BEST Teriyaki Nikko Teriyaki

BEST Alterations and Tailoring Westside Alterations

The best compliment I could give them is that I trust them with my suit jackets.

BEST Children's Clothing Carter's

Would I vote for anything else? I don't think so.

BEST Designer Jewelry Wyatt's Jeweler

BEST Eyewear Eye Society @ The Bravern

As much as I am not a fan of going to the Eastside, there is no shop that compares to them for cutting edge eyewear. Not even Market Optical . . .

BEST Lingerie Victoria Secret

Awww, come on, this is one stop shopping here. And you can buy lovely scented candles to get in the mood.

BEST Maternity Apparel Village Maternity

BEST Men's Clothing Burberry

If it's style, classics, trendy, or "get noticed", you find it all here. The price is worth very penny.

BEST Men's Shoes Nordstrom

The original and still the best variety with unparalleled service.

BEST Vintage and Resale Funky Jane's

Great for women's clothes but not so good for men.

BEST Women's Accessories Fireworks Gallery

I always shop here because it is a fail safe place for gifts that are unique and for any age and gender. I was there spending money today!

BEST Women's Boutique sway and cake

BEST Women's Shoes Nordstrom

Variety, service, quality, and location are tops in the city. They live up to their reputation. Shop the sales.

BEST Asian Fusion Wild Ginger

I'm not big on chains but this is always a reliable dinner to take clients to. They've got the menu, upscale atmosphere, and service down.

BEST Brunch Salty's Seafood Grills

Incredible view in West Seattle, good food, and did I mention the view. Friendly and attentive service too.

BEST Chinese Bamboo Garden

Chinese can be very unhealthy, but not here. The ingredients are fresh and not steeped in MSG, sugar, oils, fried food, and salt.

BEST Fine Dining The Georgian Restaurant

I've had several world class dinners here. Best I've had in the city that's open to the public. Just blew me away!

BEST French Café Campagne

My god, reminds me of our dining experiences we enjoy through out France and compared to it's bigger brother, it won't empty your wallet.

BEST Indian Maharaja West Seattle

I rarely make curry at home because my whole house reeks of the smell for weeks after. Maharaja is worth having just my hair smelling like curry until I wash it. They have tasty alternatives to what is normally mushy dishes.

BEST Italian Serafina

It's frustrating for me that it's such a challenge for Italian restaurants in Seattle. They struggle to do what seems so easy in Italy. It Italy it's so effortless to do these dishes everywhere. Serafina does a respectable job at duplicating the cuisine.

BEST Japanese Umi Sake House

Only been to Umi's a couple of times because I tend to go Thai or Vietnamese. I like the food, atmosphere, location, and crowd.

BEST Kids Menu The Hi-Life

BEST Latin American Cactus

After we take our friends and family here, this is the only place they want to go when they feel like Latin food. Great variety or margaritas and a creative take on traditional latin foods.

BEST Mediterranean Kokoras Greek Restaurant

The whole neighborhood loves the cuisine from here. Their grilled meats are a take out must for us. And the flavors are crave-worthy!

BEST Mexican Cactus

This category is a tough one because there are some admirable places. We find ourselves here and enjoying a great meal every time. Love the atmosphere, casual service, and views of Alki. What keeps us coming back is the food . . .

BEST New American Fresh Bistro

This a no brainer. A delicious, healthy lunch (or dinner) with the creative care and fine cuisine expertise

BEST New Restaurant Locol

Love the Kale chips but that's not what this place is about. Good beer, friendly service, and a creative pub menu. There should be more neighborhood restaurants like this.

BEST Outdoor Dining Salty's Seafood Grills

The West Seattle location has never disappointed. Delicious seafood and a view that kills! The White chocolate mousse cake has been my birthday cake for years!

BEST Seafood AQUA by El Gaucho

Absolutely incredible seafood prepared impeccably but you pay DEARLY for it.

BEST Steakhouse JaK's Grill

Locals love it here and we never complain about the beef. And the veggie platter is awesome too!

BEST Sushi Maneki

Go where it's busy so it's fresh. I love it here but don't go for personalities. Always bring your wallet because you'll want to try more and more due to how good it all is.

BEST Tapas Tango Restaurant and Lounge

I travel to Spain often and love the petite tapas plates composed of tradition, fresh, and local ingredients. Tango makes me feel like I am back in Madrid.

BEST Thai Buddha Ruksa

Great food here. I take it out often, especially for guests when I have no time to cook. It's mouthwateringly good. You'll have to wait long to sit or for take out every weekend.

BEST Vegetarian Bamboo Garden

Even my carnivore friends and family enjoy eating here.

BEST Vietnamese Tamarind Tree

The absolute best for food, atmosphere, price, and Tam's staff's attentive service. But it is a very busy spot.

BEST Bike Shop Aaron's Bicycle Repair

Everyone in WS swears by this place.

BEST Boot Camp Run with Jill Bootcamp

BEST Crossfit Crossfit206

BEST Dance Studio Kathy's Studio of Dance

BEST Golf Course Semiahmoo Golf Course

BEST Golf Shop Puetz Golf

BEST Gym All-Star Fitness

The West Seattle location is an impressive facility with fees to match.

BEST Martial Arts Lee's Mattial Arts Academy - West Seattle

My two god sons have learned discipline and restraint and still love going here. Go figure!

BEST Personal Trainers Mike Fitness

BEST Pilates Studio Be. Pilates, West Seattle

BEST Running Gear Super Jock 'n Jill

I have special ordered my last three pairs of running shoes from here. They know how to fit and advise you on a shoe.

BEST Skate Shop Bombshelter Skate Shop

BEST Ski and Snowboard Shop Mountain to Sound Outfitters

Shop them during their periodic sales. Friendly and helpful staff.

BEST Sporting Goods Outdoor Research Retail Store

BEST Yoga Studio Limber Yoga

I love the instructors here but I wish some of the attendees bathed more, wore antiperspirant, and or washed their yoga outfits.

BEST Food Blog TheCupcakeAddict.com

BEST Local Personality on Twitter TBTL w/ Luke Burbank

Addicted to the podcast too . . .

BEST Local Podcast TBTL w/ Luke Burbank

BEST Music Blog TBTL w/ Luke Burbank

I always enjoy the new bands they have as guests

BEST Neighborhood Blog West Seattle Blog

This is a no brainer. Their coverage is amazing and they're now a part of all our lives.

BEST Parenting Blog Gifted With ADD

BEST Sports Blog SeaTown Sports

BEST Amateur Athlete Laura Goodsell

BEST Bartender Micheal at West Seattle Bowl

BEST Best Looking Police Officer Beau Beckner

BEST Cheerleading Squad Mt. Rainier High School

BEST Chiropractor Seatac Spine and Wellness

BEST College Athlete Hans Struzyna

BEST Dentist Dr. Felix Marcial

I've been with Dr. Marcial for 14 years and he's a perfectionist who takes care of this needle phobic patient. Just the best!

BEST Doctor Dr. Naomi Busch

She took over from my long time GP and she is nice, knowledgable, and competent with a good bedside manner.

BEST Fitness Instructor Duncan Sailors

BEST Hottest Firefighter Blake Pritchett

BEST Local Comedian Mitch Hedberg

Hey, he's dead but boy was he fuc#en funny!

BEST Local Musician Eddie Vedder

Great rocker, nice neighbor, and plays the ukulele. What's not to love?

BEST Local Newspaper Columnist/Reporter Nicole Brodeur

BEST Local Radio Personality Luke Burbank

Sorry Dave, but got to go with the newer guy . . .

BEST Local TV Personality Meg Coyle

I look forward to weekend mornings with Meg and the occasional crack up . . .

BEST Mayor Mike McGinn – Seattle

BEST Plastic Surgeon Jordan Gottlieb

BEST Principal Clover Codd

BEST Pro Athlete Freddie Montero

He's on a roll with the Sounders

BEST Sports Team Seattle Storm

They are the only ones winning anything around here!

BEST Teacher Jackie Price

BEST Team Mascot Ivar's Dancing Clam

Cracks me up every time I see it!

BEST Antiques Pacific Galleries

It's annoying just how much stuff they have here.

BEST Arts and Crafts Seattle Yarn Gallery

BEST Bookstore Half Price Books

I always find something when I wander in here and at a great price

BEST Children's Gifts Curious Kid Stuff

Great store, more than a neighborhood feel, and they do complimentary gift wrap!

BEST Comics DreamStrands Comics & Such

BEST Furniture Kasala Furniture

I was here spending money just today. Their stuff is cutting edge and stylish. The staff is competent and friendly. I just love this store!

BEST Gift Shop Fireworks

Love the variety and hip collection. It's my "go to" store for last minute fabulous stuff.

BEST Home and Garden West Seattle Nursery

Nice selection, helpful service, and nice pedigree.

BEST Housewares Click! Design That Fits

Love the creative, cutting edge, and affordable stuff here.

BEST Musical Instruments American Music

Great selection. I go here for all my audio needs.

BEST Portrait Photography Michael Rosenberg Photography

Did an amazing job on our portraits. Made the sitting bearable.

BEST Records and CDs Easy Street Records

This is another no brainer. Great spot and get a bite to eatr while you're there.

BEST Shopping Center Seattle Premium Outlets

Hey, they've got Burberry!

BEST Bakery Bakery Nouveau

Are you kidding? The bread, cakes, twice baked almond croissants, foccacia Pizza, etc are incredible.

BEST Beer Store Bottleworks

Great selection! I go here for my buddies who think they have tried them all.

BEST Photographer Michael Rosenberg Photography

I wish you all could see the amazing photos he did of us. Just hung them on my wall last night after I got them back from the framers.