2023 Bitterroot's Best

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Bitterroot’s Best because of you. Stevensville (406)777-6002•Victor (406)375-2990•Corvallis(406) 961-4661 •Hamilton (406)363-1100 •Darby (406)375-4142 Thank you for voting Bitterroot Health Bitterroot’s Best Employer and Maria Hipp Bitterroot’s Best Physician/PA!
ITTERROOT’S 2023 BEST BIKE SHOP VALLEY BIKES
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WAITER/WAITRESSKRISTAMOHN
SERVING THE VALLEY SINCE 1969 HAMILTON’S OWN OLD FASHIONED MEATSHOP 692 US HIGHWAY 93 -HAMILTON,MT59840 –406.961.3861 STOP IN AND SEE US AT WWW.HPQUALITYMEATS.COM 2023 THANK YOU FOR VOTING US BITTERROOT’S BEST BUTCHER CUSTOMER SERVICE

Bitterroot’s Best is the most fun project to produce. Every winner says that being voted by the community as Bitterroot’s Best is an honor. We live in a great community that appreciates excellence with workers, performers and entrepreneurs that enjoy doing their best. Thanks for voting, thanks for reading and as you look through this tab listing Bitterroot’s Best do so with pride.

Bitterroot’s Best 2023

is published by the Ravalli Republic Newspaper Dave Worstell PUBLISHER
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4 | BITTERROOT’S BEST 2023 MISSOULIAN angela@hamiltonmortgageloans com • NMLS 290647 robin@hamiltonmortgageloans com • NMLS 283623 co Town & Country Plaza 716 S 1st Street, Hamilton 375-8800 hamiltonmortgageloans.com We appreciate it and will continue striving to do our best for this community which we love. Bitterroot’s Favorite Mortgage Broker. Thank You for Voting Us Thank you to everyone who voted me “Bitterroots Best” Artist Steve Wilson 493WarpDrive,Corvallis|(406)642-3781 stevewilsonart.com
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406.363.4318 •302 N1st street #2, Hamilton, MT 59840 •www.flowerhappyfloral.com Thank you for Voting us Bitterroot’sBest Florist Boutique Unique Gifts 2nd place for Best Greeting Cards &Best Clothing Store Winner

Bitterroot’s Best Fashion & Beauty

BEST CLOTHING STORE – MURDOCH’S

BEST BOUTIQUE FLOWER HAPPY FLORAL Favorites: The Closet Burlap Chic Boutique & Gifts

BEST CLOTHING STORE MURDOCH’S

“We really love our customer base and would like to say thanks in return. We have enjoyed the opportunity to serve and support the community and look for-

ward to many more years to come. Thank you very much.”

Matt Mallow, Associate Manager (pictured Deana Wood)

Favorites:

Ford’s Flower Happy Floral

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for voting the Iron Horse Bitterroot’s Best gym for 2023!

The Iron Horse has proudly held this title for 9out of the past 10 years, all thanks to the unwavering support of our members and the community.

We take great pride in our exceptional team.

to Justen Zimmerman for once again being recognized as Bitterroot’s Best Trainer, closely followed by June and Teddy in the top 3. Our personal training team is truly unmatched, just like our dedicated staff and outstanding group fitness instructors. We want to extend agenuine thank you to all of members and everyone who voted.

406.363.0300 | www.ihacmt.com | 99 Marcus street Hamilton, MT
Thankyou Thankyou
Congratulations Congratulations

BEST ESTHETICIAN TEAANNA ROUSELORA LIN AESTHETICS

Favorites:

Kaylie Wilson - Allora Massage and Spa

Lora Lin Gervais - Lora Lin Aesthetics

BEST HAIR STYLIST

BROOKE SAIN- ELECTRIC BEACH

Favorites:

Donna Weidow-Bittersweet salon

Paige Swenson-Minch

BEST BARBER

SK RICHIE BARBER AND BEAUTY SUPPLY STORE

Favorites

Alpha Omega Salon - Greg Burgess

Brooke Sain

BEST NAIL TECH

TAMMY MUNLY- ADDED TOUCH

Favorites:

Crystal Beckers - Electric Beach

Linh Van Tran - Hamilton Nail

BEST SALON BITTERSWEET SALON

Favorites:

Electric Beach

Bitterroot Bellagio

BEST BARBER – SK RICHIE BARBER AND BEAUTY SUPPLY STORE

BEST SALON – BITTERSWEET SALON

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(406) 363-2211 bitterroothealth.org 1200 Westwood Drive, Hamilton, MT We are Bitterroot Health Employer Thank you for voting Bitterroot Health Maria Hipp, PA-C (center) Home to Bitterroot’s Best Physician/PA

BEST ATTORNEY

MICHAEL HAYES

Favorites:

Bitterroot Law

Richard Weber

BEST NEW BUSINESS OPENED WITHIN 2022-2023

THE HOPS

Favorites:

Sticks & Stones Axe Throwing

Allora Massage and Spa

BEST BANK FARMERS STATE BANK

Favorites: Trail West Bank First Security Bank

BEST CREDIT UNION

RAVALLI COUNTY CREDIT UNION

Favorites:

Clearwater Credit Union

Bitterroot Community Federal Credit Union

TAYLOR KING - BEST INSURANCE AGENT

BEST INSURANCE AGENT

TAYLOR KING –STATE FARM INSURANCE AGENT

Favorites: Darcy Hansen - State Farm Insurance Grenfell Insurance

10 | BITTERROOT’S BEST 2023 RAVALLI REPUBLIC We appreciate your business and continued support We look forward to providing you with the best prices and selection in the valley We Thank Everyone who voted us Bitterroot’s Best Landscaper 2023 VERN’S LANDSCAPE AND NURSERY.INC. 360-0170 649 US Highway 93 North Next to Al’s Cycle Bitterroot’s Best since 2018 Business
ALUXURY DAYSPA Thank you for Voting us Bitterroot’sBest 406-802-4351 www.LLA406.c Best Esthetician-TeaAnna Rouse Favorite Esthetician -Lora Gervais Favorite Massage Therapist -Lorna Griffin Favorite Spa
Youfor Voting Us Bitterroot’sBestSpa 2023! We aresograteful forall the support from this amazing community! Come relax and rejuvenateatthe Bitterroot’sBest Spa. Book an appointment online alloramassage.com
Thank

BEST PROPERTY MANAGEMENT

REAL PROPERTY MANAGEMENT SAPPHIRE

Favorites:

Cardinal Properties Inc.

Greener Montana Properties

BEST REAL ESTATE OFFICE

DEVIRES REAL ESTATE

Favorites:

Pure West Hamilton

Berkshire Hathaway Home Services - Hamilton

BEST REALTOR

PURE WEST/KERRY HANSON

Favorites:

Brooke DeVries - DeVries

Real Estate

Lyric Johnson Devries Real Estate

BEST TAX PREPARATION

TRAVIS MEUCHEL -

TDM CPA, INC.

Favorites:

Mary Lemons

Deidrie Kinnunen - The Walker Group

BEST MORTGAGE BROKER

SCOTT FALAGANFARMERS STATE BANK

Favorites:

Angela LaQue - Hamilton Mortgage

Robin Bolin - Hamilton Mortgage Services

BEST NON-PROFIT

BITTER ROOT HUMANE ASSOCIATION

“We are so proud to win Non-profit of the Year (Best Non-profit)! We are only here because of the support of the community, so this award means the world to us!” –

Tucker Chase, Operations Manager

Favorites:

S.A.F.E. in the Bitterroot

Darby Rodeo Association

BEST TITLE COMPANY

FIRST MONTANA TITLE

Favorites:

Flying S Title and Escrow

Fidelity National Title

BEST NON-PROFIT - BITTER ROOT HUMANE ASSOCIATION

Automotive

BEST USED CAR DEALER

QUALITY USED CARS OF HAMILTON

Favorites:

Willow Creek Motors LLC

Automotive

Reeds Auto Mart

BEST AUTO BODY/ REPAIR SHOP

HAMILTON

AUTOMOTIVE REPAIR

Favorites:

Wimps Body Works

Grenfell Garage

QUALITY MOTORSBEST USED CAR DEALER

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BEST CAR WASH

SPLASH CAR WASH

Favorites:

Riverside Conoco

Quick Wash

BEST MECHANIC ROD’S AUTOMOTIVE

Favorites:

Hamilton Automotive

Reliance Automotive

BEST NEW CAR DEALER

MILDENBERGER MOTORS

Favorites:

Bell-McCall Ford

Quality Motor

BEST TIRE STORE

LES SCHWAB - JERRY WESSELS

TIRE CENTER

“Jerry Wessels Tire Center would like to thank our customers for supporting us for the past 36 years.” Robert Ramsey, Manager

Favorites:

Tire-Rama

Grenfell Garage

BEST TOWING

WIMP’S BODY WORKS

Favorites:

J & D Auto Body Inc

Ambrose Creek Towing

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RAVALLI REPUBLIC BITTERROOT’S BEST 2023 | 15 It’sanhonortobechosenbyourcommunityas BITTERROO T’S BE ST REALT OR ® KERRY MORRIS-HANSON, BROKER 406.240.4672 | KerryH@PureWestMT.com Thankyou forallowingmetoserveas yourLocalRealEstateExpert! Thankyou BitterrootValley community! 1730N1stSt, Hamilton
ITTERR OOT’S

BEST ALTERNATIVE MEDICINE

THREE RIVERS NATURAL MEDICINE

Favorites:

Two Poppies Apothecary

Alternative Wellness Group

BEST CHIROPRACTOR

ROBERTS CHIROPRACTIC

Favorites:

Mandy Barnings - Rising Wellness

Jim Kostecki - Canyon Chiropractic

BEST DENTIST

MOLLY GANNON DDS

Favorites:

Mountain Peak Dental

Eli Johnson - Hamilton Advanced Dentistry

BEST EYE DOCTOR

DIRK BEYER - BIG SKY EYE CARE

Favorites:

Dr Hutchison - Ravalli Family Eye Care

Dr. Robert Wilkins

16 | BITTERROOT’S BEST 2023 RAVALLI REPUBLIC 375.5590 • www.westslopedist.com • 172 S 2nd street Hamilton, MT THANKS FOR VOTING US BITTERROOT’S BEST Bartender – Chris Lopez Bar Stiff Drink Place to Mingle If Single BEST Customer Service Friday Night Spot Liquor Store Margarita First Date Spot FAVORITE AND BITTERROOT’S FAVORITE Health & Wellness
B ITTERROOT’ S 2023

BEST HEALTH AND FITNESS GYM

IRON HORSE ATHLETIC CLUB

Favorites:

Canyons Athletic Club

Right to Bare Arms - Darby

BEST MASSAGE THERAPIST

KAYLEE SCHAFF - EVERYBODY MASSAGE THERAPY

Favorites:

Lorna Griffin - Lora Lin Aesthetics

Mona Quintieri - Allora Massage and Spa

BEST HEALTH & FITNESS GYM –

IRON HORSE ATHLETIC CLUB

EXPERIENCE AWARD-WINNING BANKING WITH MONTANA’S BEST SMALL BANK!

THREE YEARS IN A ROW.

BEST MEDICAL MARIJUANA

DISPENSARY

APOGEE GARDENS DISPENSARY

Favorites:

Euphoria Wellness

Nature’s Palliative

BEST PHARMACY

BITTERROOT DRUG

“We are proud to serve our community with compassionate pharmacy services. Thank you for voting us Best Pharmacy!” – Mikhala Wilson, PharmD

Favorites:

Corvallis Drug Store

Healthcare Providers

WWW.TRAILWEST.BANK

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18 | BITTERROOT’S BEST 2023 RAVALLI REPUBLIC Thank youtoeveryone who votedfor Daly DogCare as Bitterroot’s Best PetCare! 104 Faber's Way•Hamilton MT •961-1919 •dalydogcare.com BEST PHYSICAL THERAPIST INFINITY HEALTH PHYSICAL THERAPY - KELLY CHRISTENSEN & SUZY BERLAND Favorites: Bitterroot Health Rehabilitation Darby PT BEST PHYSICIAN MARIA HIPP - BITTERROOT HEALTH DARBY Favorites: Mandi Griffin Dr. Hart - True North Direct Primary Care BEST PERSONAL TRAINER JUSTEN ZIMMERMAN –IRON HORSE ATHLETIC CLUB Favorites: June Jessop - Iron Horse Athletic Club Dana Richards - Right to Bare Arms BEST SPA ALLORA MASSAGE AND SPA Favorites: Lora Lin Aesthetics Electric Beach Full Service Salon BEST PERSONAL TRAINER –JUSTEN ZIMMERMAN
Nine Locations to Serve You • Your Montana Bank Since 1907 Member FDIC Thank Youfor Choosing Us as Bitterroot’s Best! Farmers State Bank BEST Financial Institution! Farmers State Bank BEST Mortgage Broker! Scott Falagan VP/Mortgage Lending Manager, Farmers State Bank BEST Local Sports Announcer Jamie Tadvick SVP/Chief Lending Officer, Farmers State Bank

BEST ACTOR/ACTRESS

DOMINC FARRENKOPF

Favorites:

Clay Rouse

Sasha Brooks

BEST ART GALLERY

CASSENS FINE ART & FRAMING

“Here at Cassens Fine Art, we’re honestly blown away by the

incredible support we get from you all in the community. Scoring the title of ‘Bitterroot’s Best Art Gallery’ for five years running? That’s no small thing, and it’s all thanks to the amazing artists we’re lucky to work with and folks like you. As we look to what’s next, we promise to keep on doing our best for this great community that we love being a part of.”

Favorites:

Bitterroot Framing

Explore the ARTS

Community
20 | BITTERROOT’S BEST 2023 RAVALLI REPUBLIC Wewouldn’tbehere withoutyou all! Thank you to our Community for your continuedsupport and for voting us Bitterroot’sBest CustomerService Family Friendly (406)363-7710 217 WMain Street Hamilton, MT Best Mexican Food Best Community Involved Best Budget Lunch Best Restaurant Service
BEST ART GALLERY - CASSENS FINE ART AND FRAMING

BEST ARTIST

STEVE WILSON ART & GALLERY

Favorites:

Troy Collins Fine Art

Leisa Lewis

BEST ASSISTED LIVING RESIDENCE

WEST HILLS ASSISTED LIVING

Favorites:

Sapphire Lutheran Homes

BeeHive Homes

BEST AUTHOR

BRYAN DUFRESNE

Favorites:

Heather Montes

Joanna Weaver

BEST BED & BREAKFAST

BITTERROOT RIVER

RANCH - DARBY

Favorites:

Hannon House

BEST CATERER

SEPPI’S

Favorites:

Moose Creek Barbecue

Mineshaft

BEST COACH

BRANDON OLSEN

Favorites:

Richard Griffin- Darby High School

Courtney Bell Magness

RAVALLI REPUBLIC BITTERROOT’S BEST 2023 | 21 Thank You Bitterroot Valley For Your Amazing Support! Best Anniversary Spot Romantic Dining Best Fine Dining Favorite Steak Favorite Seafood Favorite Atmosphere Favorite Restaurant 225 Main St, Stevensville • 406-777-6945 Open Wed-Sat 5-10pm • Sunday 9am-3pm Have you tried our Sunday Brunch? Favorite Romantic Dining Favorite Restaurant Favorite Caterer Favorite Anniversary Spot Favorite Service Favorite Fine dining Favorite Breakfast Come enjoy your meal and a glass of wine on our patio! 283 2nd St, Corvallis • 406-961-8938 Open Wed-Sat 5pm-9pm Chef Barry Kotek

BEST

COMMUNITY INVOLVED BUSINESS

MARIA’S MEXICAN RESTAURANT

Favorites:

Evans Ace Hardware Bitterroot Health

BEST CUSTOMER SERVICE

HAMILTON PACKING CO.

Favorites:

Maria’s

Ravalli County Credit Union

BEST DAY CARE

CURIOUS MINDS MONTESSORI AND PRESCHOOL

Favorites: Ravalli Head Start, Inc.

Ladder of Learning Corvallis

BEST EMPLOYER

BITTERROOT HEALTH

Favorites:

Ravalli County Credit Union

Triple Creek Ranch

BEST LODGING

BITTERROOT RIVER INN AND CONFERENCE CENTER

Favorites:

Triple Creek Ranch

Anglers Lodge and Cabins

BEST REPORTER/VALLEY VOICE

JAMIE TADVICK

Favorites:

Steve Fullerton

Dennis Bragg

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BEST TEACHER PHIL LEONARDI

“It’s an honor to be recognized by my community as an educator. Truth be told, I’m not even the best teacher in my wing of the high school let alone the entire Bitterroot. I appreciate the people I work with, the students in my universe, and the subject matter I wrestle with. This accolade might be proof that voter fraud is more prevalent than I first considered!” – Phil Leonardi, Corvallis High School

Favorites:

Brittany Hayes

Birch Fett

BEST VOLUNTEER/HERO

HAMILTON FIRE DEPARTMENT

Favorites:

Darby Fire Department

Corvallis Fire

BEST YELLOWSTONE CHARACTER

BETH

Favorites: RIP

Kacey

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BEST TEACHER - PHIL LEONARDI

Goods & Services

BEST AUCTION/ ESTATE SALES SWANSON’S ESTATE SALES

Favorites: RLP Auctions

Moovin’ On Estate Sales

BEST BOOK STORE CHAPTER ONE BOOK STORE

“We are honored to be able to continue serving the Bitterroot Valley after almost 50 years. In today’s world, we understand that readers could choose to buy their books from innumerable places. Thank you for coming to us with your book needs and community connections!”

Favorite:

Bitterroot Public Library

Between the Worlds

BEST BOOK STORE - CHAPTER ONE BOOK STORE B ITTERROOT’S 2023 24 | BITTERROOT’S BEST 2023 RAVALLI REPUBLIC Thanks to Everyone who Voted us Bitterroot’sBest Business Lunch • Sandwich and Bitterroots Favorite Appetizer • Atmosphere • Place to Eat Solo 406-361-0223 111 South 3rd Street, Hamilton

BEST BUTCHER

HAMILTON PACKING

Favorites:

Hamilton Marketplace

Double K Ranch & Fifth Season Montana

BEST CANDY SHOP

OLD WEST ANTIQUES & CANDY STORE

Favorites:

Big Sky Candy

Montana Chocolate Company

BEST COMPUTER REPAIR

GRIZZLY BROADBAND

Favorites:

Jordon Bro - Nolaboy Repair

N Jason Chavez-Grizzly Broadband

BEST CONTRACTOR

DEAN EHMANNROCKY MOUNTAIN AGGREGATE

Favorites:

Schrock Construction

Beck Builders Inc.

BEST CONVENIENCE STORE

BOWERS MARKET

Favorites:

Lone Pine Conoco

TownPump Woodside

BEST FLORIST

FLOWER HAPPY FLORAL

Bitterroot Floral - Darby

The Flower Haus

RAVALLI REPUBLIC BITTERROOT’S BEST 2023 | 25 Thank You for voting for me Thanks to all my clients for your continued support! BITTERROOT’S BB I’ve had 28 great years in the business. SK Richie Salon • 220 Cherry Street • Hamilton • 370-8584 Bitterroot’sBest AssistedLivingResidence Thankyouforvotingus Tours by appointment only (406) 369-3443

BEST FURNITURE STORE

BITTERROOT FURNITURE CO

Favorites:

Valley Furniture

The Cupboard

BEST GARDEN SUPPLY/NURSERY K

& S GREENHOUSE

“I think being voted Bitterroots Best is just evidence of the fact that we have the best team. Our employees are amazing, they know their stuff and they constantly get compliments from our customers on just how wonderfully they get treated when they’re here.” Gale Price, Owner

Favorites:

Moeller’s Nursery

Bitterroot Nursery

BEST FURNITURE STORE – BITTERROOT FURNITURE CO 26 | BITTERROOT’S BEST 2023 RAVALLI REPUBLIC We thank everyone for voting us Bitterroot’sBest Organic Food Selection We appreciate your Business and Loyalty 910North 1st, Hamilton th • 363-1626 Monday -Friday 9AM-6PM Saturday 9AM-5PM Sunday 10AM-5:30PM Thank youfor voting us Bitterroots Best NewBusiness &Best Beer Selection! Favorite Burger •Favoriteatmosphere Favorite live music Favorite Bartender -John (Wethink so too!) Favorite Happy Hour •Favorite Bar Come TryThe Valley’sNewest Taphouse! 93 Taps, Cocktails, Food, Games, And More!.. Open 7DaysA Week •2412Hwy 93 In Victor

BEST GREETING CARDS

ROBBIN’S HALLMARK

Favorites: Flower Happy Floral Bitterroot Drug

BEST HARDWARE/ HOME IMPROVEMENT

EVANS ACE HARDWARE

Favorites:

Massa Home Center Darby Distribution

MIKESELL’S

Favorites: Between the Worlds Asmus Jewelers & Coins

VERNS LANDSCAPING

Favorites: Earth & Wood Bitterroot Lawn & Landscape

Favorites: Grizzly Broadband

BEST JEWELRY STORE
FINE JEWELRY
BEST LANDSCAPER
OFFICE SUPPLIES THE PAPER CLIP
BEST PAWN SHOP BITTERROOT TRADING POST
B ITTERR OOT’S 2023 RAVALLI REPUBLIC BITTERROOT’S BEST 2023 | 27 211North1st street Hamilton,MT59840 406.363.3884-www.lesschwab.com ServingtheBitterroot Since1987 Thankyou BitterrootValley fortrustingustobethe Bitterroot’sBestTireStore!
BEST
Favorite: Repeat

BEST PEST CONTROL

BUG OFF PEST CONTROL AND TREE SERVICE

Favorites: 406 Pest Control

Bugless Pest Control

BEST PHOTOGRAPHER

ALYSSA KANENWISHER

Favorites: Double Exposure

Stella K Photography

BEST RANCH SUPPLY STORE

MURDOCH’S RANCH

Favorites:

Cowpoke Ranch Supply Inc

Lakeland Feed & Supply

BEST TATTOO SHOP

THE STEEL PAINTBRUSH

Favorites:

Iridescent Tattoo

Tattoo Infinity & Beyond

BEST THRIFT STORE

SAFE THRIFT STORE

Favorites:

Ravalli Services Donations Center

Goodwill Store

BEST UNIQUE GIFTS

FLOWER HAPPY FLORAL & GIFTS

Favorites: Between the Worlds

Stone Cottage

28 | BITTERROOT’S BEST 2023 RAVALLI REPUBLIC Check out our Humidor -Wehave alarge selection of fine cigars Liquor •Craft Beers •Domestic Beers •Wine Ready to Drink Cocktails •Mixes •Tobacco •Ice Monday-Saturday9am-8pm •501 South First •Hamilton •363-3751 LocallyOwned&CommunityInvolvedforover30years Hamilton’sState Liquor Store and More Thank YouFor Voting CHEERS UNLIMITED Bitterroot’sBest Liquor Store We appreciate our customers!
FoodandRestaurants BESTAPPETIZER BITTERROOTBREWING Favorites: TheEdgeRestaurant&SportsBar AThaiger BESTASIANFOOD ATHAIGER Favorites: 2ndStreetSushi Suzette’sOrganics BESTATMOSPHERE NAP’SGRILL Favorites: WildMare TheHops BESTBAKERY REDROOSTERARTISAN BAKERY Favorites: RiverRising MineshaftPastyCo BESTASIANFOOD-ATHAIGER 30 | BITTERROOT’SBEST2023 RAVALLIREPUBLIC ALeaderInOnlineand NationalMarketing BrookeDeVries,Broker/Owner•375-0088 www.BrookeDeVries.com forVotingusBitterroot’sBest REALESTATEOFFICE AndrecognizingusasBitterroot’sFavorite Realtor-BrookeDeVriesandLyricJohnson ThankYou WeAppreciateYour Support! BrookeDevries,Broker/Owner LyricJohnson,Realtor
AllyMassey,AssistanttoBrooke

BEST BREAKFAST

COFFEE CUP CAFE

Favorites:

Red Rooster Artisan Bakery

Hangar Cafe

BEST BUDGET LUNCH

MARIA’S

Favorites: Taco Del Sol

Nap’s Grill

BEST BURGER

NAP’S GRILL

Favorites:

Bitter Root Brewing

The Hops

BEST BUSINESS LUNCH

BOUILLA

Favorites:

Spice of Life

Nap’s Grill

BEST COFFEE/ESPRESSO SHOP

MONTANA MADE COFFEE

Favorites:

Bitterroot Beanery

Big Creek Coffee Roasters

BEST DELI SEPPI’S EUROPEAN MARKET & DELI

Favorites:

River Rising Back Door Deli

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RAVALLI REPUBLIC BITTERROOT’S BEST 2023 | 31 www.thewalkertaxgroup.com (406) 961-9616 free consultation for new clients TAXRESOLUTION &MEDIATION TAX PREPARATION BOOKKEEPING FOR SMALL BUSINESSES &INDIVIDUALS 224 North 4th St Hamilton, MT •(Entrance on Cherry Street)
ITTERROOT’S 2023
BEST DESSERT RED ROOSTER ARTISAN BAKERY Favorites: Mineshaft Spice of Life Cafe BEST DONUTS BOOMTOWN DONUTS Favorites: Super 1 Hamilton Market Place BEST BAKERY - BEST DESSERTS - RED ROOSTER ARTISAN BAKERY 32 | BITTERROOT’S BEST 2023 RAVALLI REPUBLIC Thank you Bitterroot Valley for letting us brighten your smile! We think you’re the best too! 421 State St Hamilton | 406-363-4010 Wine Bar & Patio N OW O P E N ! Thanks for voting us Best Wine Selection! 100 Skeels Avenue Suite B 406.361.8211 | www.jessiswineandgoods.com Open Tue-Sat 11am-9pm Sunday 11am-4pm Now offering SUNDAY BRUNCH Thank You to everyone who supported us in the “Bitterroots Best” contest Nature’s Palliative is your grassroots local Cannabis Dispensary We promote industry education and a healthy living lifestyle 692 Grantsdale Rd, Hamilton (406) 360-3057

Emily Agen: NeuroMuscular Therapist, Deep Tissue massage

Taylor Cossey: Hair Stylist, Makeup Artist, Facial Waxing

Maggie Daubin: Skin Care Specialist, Facials, Chemical Peels, Micro-channeling, Derma-planing, Full Body Waxing

Crystal Beckers: Nail Tech-specializing in Acrylic, Gel Polish, Pedicures, Permanent Makeup

Samantha Conner: Hair Stylist/owner

Leslianne Mackey: Hair Stylist, Hair Extensions, Pedicures, Manicures, Facial Waxing

Christina Harrell: Mama Love Massage

Specializing in Women’s Health-menstrual, fertility, digestive Taking new clients seeking abdominal health

Brooke Sain-Williams: Permanent Cosmetics, Lash Lift & Tint, Brow Lamination & Tint, Facial Waxing, Hair Stylist

Summer Frazier: Hair Extensions, Blonding Specialist, Brow Tint, Waxing, Relaxing scalp treatments with massage, Pedicures

WE ARE SO HONORED YOU VOTED OUR VERY OWN BROOKE SAIN-WILLIAMS AS Bitterroot’s Best Hair Stylist! WE ARE THRILLED TO BE THE BITTERROOT’S FAVORITE SALON & SPA! Schedule an appointment with one of our many talented specialist. 101 North Main Street, Darby | (406) 821-4151
SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT WITH ONE OF OUR MANY TALENTED SPECIALISTS.
BEST FAMILY FRIENDLY RESTAURANT HIGHERGROUND Favorites: Maria’s Fiesta En Jalisco BEST FINE DINING WILD MARE Favorites: Mission Bistro Victor Steakhouse BEST MEXICAN MARIA’S Favorites: Fiesta En Jalisco Five T Taco BEST ORGANIC FOOD SELECTION RAINBOW’S END NATURAL FOODS Favorites: Suzette’s Organics Hamilton Farmers Market BEST PIZZA HIGHERGOUND BREWING CO. Favorites: Kodiak Jax Papa Murphy’s BEST PRIME RIB LOLO CREEK STEAKHOUSE INC Favorites: Victor Steakhouse & Lounge Knotty Nymph 34 | BITTERROOT’S BEST 2023 RAVALLI REPUBLIC 201 W. Main •363-6236 mikesellsfineje welry.com thank you for once again voting us Bitterroot’s Best Jewelry Store! Thank you for Celebrating 40 Years fine jewelry Mikesell’s Mik 228 W. Main, Hamilton 406-363-5480 We appreciate your supportover the past 34 years! Thankyou for voting us Bitterroot’s Best Office Supply Store!

BEST RESTAURANT

NAPS GRILL

Favorites:

Mission Bistro

Bitterroot Brewery

BEST RESTAURANT SERVICE

MARIA’S

Favorites:

Mission Bistro

The Edge Restaurant & Sports Bar

BEST ROMANTIC DINING

WILD MARE

Favorites:

Mission Bistro

The Catered Table

BEST SALAD

HIGHERGROUND BREWING CO.

Favorites:

Suzette’s Organics

Bitterroot Brewery

BEST SANDWICH

BOUILLA

Favorites:

Red Rooster Artisan Bakery

River Rising

BEST SEAFOOD

2ND STREET SUSHI

Favorites: A Thaiger

Lolo Creek Steakhouse Inc

RAVALLI REPUBLIC BITTERROOT’S BEST 2023 | 35 Thank you forvoting us the Best Property Management Company!

BEST SOUP

HIGHERGROUND BREWING CO.

Favorites: Spice of Life River Rising

BEST STEAK

LOLO CREEK STEAKHOUSE INC

Favorites: Wild Mare Victor Steakhouse & Lounge

BEST SUPERMARKET

SUPER 1 FOODS

Favorites: Hamilton’s IGA Albertsons

BEST VEGETARIAN SUZETTE’S ORGANICS

Favorites: A Thaiger The Sour Doe Cafe

BEST BAR

WESTSLOPE DISTILLERY

Favorites: Nap’s Bar The Hops

BEST BARTENDER

CHRIS LOPEZ -

WESTSLOPE DISTILLERY

Favorites: Lia Parks - Brewski’s John - The Hops

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BEST BEER SELECTION THE HOPS

Favorites:

Bitter Root Brewing

Higher Ground

BEST BREW

BITTER ROOT BREWING

“Thank you for voting us Bitterroots Best Brew! We love making great beer and are glad that it shows. Using the best ingredients and local options to make delicious flavors has always been a key to great beer for us here at Bitter Root Brewing. We’ve got the best crew who makes awesome beer for us all to enjoy! Cheers!” Nicol Musburger, Owner

Favorites:

Higherground Brewing

Brigand Brewery

BEST CASINO

BREWSKIS

Favorites:

The Edge Restaurant & Sports Bar

Marley’s Bar and Casino

BEST FRIDAY NIGHT SPOT

RAVALLI FUN CENTER

Favorites:

Westslope Distillery

Nap’s Bar

B ITTERROOT’S
RAVALLI REPUBLIC BITTERROOT’S BEST 2023 | 37 murdochs.com Hamilton, MT |1189 S.1st St. |406.363.7644 THANK YOU FOR VOTING MURDOCH’S BEST RANCHSUPPLYSTORE BEST PET SUPPLYSTORE!
2023

BEST HAPPY HOUR

THE EDGE RESTAURANT AND SPORTS BAR

Favorites: The Hops

Higherground Brewing

BEST LIQUOR STORE

CHEERS

Favorites:

The Edge Restaurant and Hamilton Liquor

Darby Liquor Store

BEST LIVE MUSIC

BITTERROOT BREWERY

Favorites:

Cowboy Troy’s The Hops

BEST MARGARITA FIESTA EN JALISCO

Favorites:

Westslope Distillery

Cowboy Troy’s

BEST MICRO BREWERY

BITTER ROOT BREWING

Favorites:

Higher Ground Brigand Brewery

BEST MUSICIAN/BAND NEAL ELDER

Favorites:

Who Dat Band

Isabelle Parell

Glasses available ONliNe aNd at the Gate

38 | BITTERROOT’S BEST 2023 RAVALLI REPUBLIC
500 South First
363-3822 We sell whole pies! Thank you for voting us Bitterroot’s Best Breakfast and B Place to Eat Solo P
Hours-6am-10pm Open 7 days a week
Hamilton
Serving TheBitterroot ValleyFor 28 Years. We ArePleased To Announce Dr.Elizabeth Roberts, ANative Bitterrooter Will Be Joining Roberts FamilyChiropractic Center To Practice With Her Father. www.robertsfamilychiropracticcenter.com 803 North 2nd Street, Hamilton, MT 59840 406-363-2111 Fast, Friendlyand Gentle Chiropractic Care! •Headaches •Low BackPain •NeckPain •Whiplash ThankYouForVotingUs Bitterroot’sBestChiropractor2023!

BEST SPORTS BAR

THE EDGE RESTAURANT & SPORTS BAR

Favorites: Brewskis Nap’s Grill

BEST STIFF DRINK

WESTSLOPE DISTILLERY

Favorites: The Edge Restaurant and Sports Bar

Corvallis Tavern

BEST WAITER/WAITRESS

KRISTA MOHN- NAPS GRILL

Favorites:

Nick- Bitterroot Brewing

Tamsen Mitchell - Higherground

BEST WINE SELECTION

JESSI’S WINE & GOODS

Favorites:

Shed Horn Cellars 406 Blodgett Canyon Cellars

BEST PET CARE/BOARDING

DALY DOG CARE

“Thank you so much to all of our patrons. We love having the opportunity to care for your furry family members and we are so grateful for the support and encouragement from our community.”

Melissa Ryan, Owner and Operator

Favorites:

Pampered Pets Boarding & Grooming

Big Sky Dog Ranch

Pets
40 | BITTERROOT’S BEST 2023 RAVALLI REPUBLIC AddedTouch TammyMunly Cosmetologist/Owner Located in Hamilton (406) 239-2193 Thank you! BITTERROOT’S BEST? BITTERR Iwould say….. BITTERROOT’S BITTERR BLESSED! Thank youtomy clientele fortrusting me with your Nail, Hair,Eyelash & Waxing Services, xing and Votes too! YOUARE THE BEST! We wouldliketothank everyone whoVoted us From your friendsat BitterrootsBest Motorcycle/ATV Dealer 619Highway93North •Hamilton, MT 363-3433 619Highway93North•Hamilton MT363-3433 Thanks from the crew at Al’s Cycle! We could not do it without you guys! alscycleyamaha.com/

BEST PET GROOMING

WAGS & WOOFS DOG GROOMING SERVICE

Favorites:

Pampered Pets Boarding & Grooming

Muddy Paws

BEST PET SUPPLY

MURDOCH’S RANCH & HOME SUPPLY

Favorites: Wild About Pets Inc Country Store

BEST VETERINARIAN

DR. JOE MELNARIK -

VALLEY PET CLINIC

Favorites: St Francis- Darby

Skalkaho Creek Veterinary Clinic

ITTERROOT’S 2023

BEST ANNIVERSARY SPOT

WILD MARE

Favorites:

Lolo Creek Steakhouse Inc

Mission Bistro

BEST ANNUAL FESTIVAL/EVENT RAVALLI COUNTY FAIR

Favorites:

Apple Days

Bitterroot Celtic Games

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RAVALLI REPUBLIC BITTERROOT’S BEST 2023 | 41 We wish to express a THANK YOU to all of our “4 Legged Patients” and their owners for voting us the Bitterroot’sBest Veterinarian and Pet Care! 406.363.5390 1420 South First Street Hamilton, MT 59840
Places to Go
BEST FIRST DATE SPOT HAMILTON FARMERS MARKET Favorites: Sticks & Stones Axe Throwing Westslope Distillery BEST HISTORICAL SPOT DALY MANSION Favorites: Big Hole Battlefield Ravalli County Museum B ITTERROOT’ S 2023 42 | BITTERROOT’S BEST 2023 RAVALLI REPUBLIC Thank you for voting us Bitterroot’s Best Grocery Store! We appreciate your support! Hamilton • 406-363-6200 1131 North 1st Street Stevensville • 406-777-7300 39 Stevensville Cutoff Road West apprecia Justen Zimmerman Certified Exercise therapist Personal and group trainer Sports nutritionist I am only as good as my clients!! Thank you, for making me your choice, Bitterroot Valley and Thanks to Ironhorse Athletic Club and Bitterroot Aquatic Center for allowing me to shine! Honorably named 5 years consecutively Bitterroot’s Best Personal Trainer Making fitness fun, effective and worthwhile for any level of fitness the beginner, intermediate, advanced, and broken

We areinthe land title insurance business. We work to ensurepeople buy their homes with peace of mind, reduce their risks, and help protect their property rights.

Since 1905,Flying STitle &Escrow,formerly First American Title Company, has been afamilyowned companythat began in Blackfoot, Idaho, and spread across Idaho, Montana, and Wyoming.

“Why Flying S?” Flying Sstems from acattle brand that the companyfounder’sson, Dwain H. Stufflebeam, and his wife Joyce, created years ago and have since used in their ranching operations in Southeast Idaho. The “S”signifies the family name, Stufflebeam, and the “wings” on each side represent Dwain’slove for flying.

This new brand reflects ranchers’ and farmers’ “whatever it takes” attitude. It is this same attitude that the companywants to reflect in its culture.

Learn moreabout Flying STitle &Escrow by visiting FSTE.COM

1438 N. 1ST STREET |HAMILTON, MT 59840 | 406 363 2340 HAMILTONMT@FSTE.COM | FSTE.COM

PICTURED: DWAIN H. STUFFLEBEAM

THANK YOU FOR VOTING US BITTERROOT’S FAVORITE AND ALLOWING USTO SERVE YOUR TITLE AND ESCROW NEEDS.

BEST OUTDOOR DINING FIN’S TAPHOUSE

“A big thank you to all that voted Fin’s Taphouse Best Outdoor Dining. We appreciate the whole Bitterroot Valley. We look forward to seeing all of you this summer and throughout the entire year.” – Merlin and Randy Campbell Owners

Favorites:

The Edge Restaurant & Sports Bar

406 Saloon/ Big Cat Cafe

BEST PLACE TO PEOPLE WATCH

HAMILTON FARMERS MARKET CO-OP, MT

Favorites: Ravalli County Fair Ground Lake Como

BEST PLACE TO EAT SOLO

COFFEE CUP

Favorites: Taco Del Sol Bouilla

BEST PLACE TO MINGLE IF SINGLE

WESTSLOPE DISTILLERY

Favorites: The Rainbow Naps Bar and Grill

ITTERROOT’S 2023

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44 | BITTERROOT’S BEST 2023 RAVALLI REPUBLIC From sunrise to sunset, enjoy the peak of mountain living. ENGEL &VÖLKERS WESTERN FRONTIER Missoula |Polson |Hamilton |Whitefish |Stevensville Kalispell |Bigfork |Helena |Coeur d’Alene |Spokane |Eureka ©2023 Engel &Völkers. All rights reserved. Each brokerage independently owned and operated. Engel &Völkers and its independent License Partners areEqual Opportunity Employers and fully support the principles of the Fair Housing Act. Learnmoreat westernfrontier.evrealestate.com

Sports & Recreation

BEST BIKE SHOP

VALLEY BICYCLES & SKI

Favorites: Red Barn Bicycles

BEST DAY HIKE

LAKE COMO

Blodgett Overlook Blodgett Canyon

OurServices

Brewski’swould like to express our sincerest gratitude to all of our faithful customers who voted us for THE BITTERROOT’S BEST.

We werenot only voted as the Bitterroot’sBest Casino, but one of our phenomenal bartenders, Lia Parks, was also nominated and Voted 2nd as the Bitterroot’sBest Bartender.

We not only wish to congratulate our amazing stafffor this accomplishment but also thank our faithful customers as without either of you, none of this would have been possible!

Favorites:
B ITTERROOT’S 2023 RAVALLI REPUBLIC BITTERROOT’S BEST 2023 | 45 We arehonored to be the Bitterroot’s Best Insurance Agent! Taylor King 401 West Main St.,Hamilton, MT 406.363.2315 •www.taylorking.biz ServingOur Community Since1972 ComeVisitUs 262FairgroundsRoad Hamilton Open Tuesday-Friday1-6pm Saturday&Sunday noon-5pm 406.363.5311 www.bitterroothumane.org
OpenAdmissionAnimalShelter •PetAdoptions-OwnerSurrenders •ReunitingPets&Owners
Emergency“Hub”fordisplaced
CommunityPetFoodPantry
Micro-chipping&IDTagsforpets
CityofHamiltonDogLicenseSales
HumaneEducationPresentations
LiveAnimalTrapRentals
PetCrematoriumServices
petsduringfires&naturaldisasters •
Non-profitorganization
THANKYOUFORVOTING US BITTERROOTS BEST BIKE SHOP WE APPRECIATEYOUR SUPPORT-YOUARE THE BEST! New and Used Bike Sales, Repairs,Service and Accessories,Mountain Bike Rentals, Envy Scooters, SkateboardSales and Parts 219 SOUTHFIRST,HAMILTON •363-4428 HOURS M-F 10AM-6PM; SAT. 10AM-3PM OUR SUPPOR OU

BEST FISHING HEADQUARTERS

BITTERROOT FLY COMPANY

“We’ve only had this for five years so we’ve worked hard to get it to where it is. There was never any women’s stuff in here and when we took it and we bought it, I was like ‘it’s gonna change’. You know, women fly fishing [was] changing then and you gotta cater to both. But you also have to have stylish stuff, you know?

That’s me, I’m not gonna buy just from one person, I’m going to definitely get what people want.” – Bonnie Mitchell, Co-owner with Jim Mitchell

Favorites: Freestone Fly Shop

BEST FLY-FISHING GUIDE

JENNY WEST, GO WEST OUTFITTERS

Favorites: Jim Mitchell

Kurt Rausch

BEST GUN STORE

BITTERROOT TRADING POST

Favorites: Bob Wards

Frontier Guns and Ammo

BEST MOTORCYCLE/ATV DEALER

AL’S CYCLE

Favorites:

Montana Power Products

Motorcycle Garage Hamilton

BEST SPORTING GOODS/ OUTDOOR STORE

BOB WARD’S SPORTS & OUTDOORS

Favorites:

Murdoch’s Ranch and Home Supply

Firehouse Archery

46 | BITTERROOT’S BEST 2023 RAVALLI REPUBLIC Thank you Bitterroot Valley! We think you’re the best too. Come try the Bitterroot’s Best Asian Food! And the Bitterroot’s Favorite seafood, appetizers and vegetarian dishes 102 South Second Street Phone: (406) 369-4143 Follow us on Facebook AThaiger
Best Credit Union Cr Thank you to our community for voting Ravalli County Credit Union as the Bitterroot’s 406.363.4631 – 501 N First street Hamilton, MT – 5525 US HWY 93 N Florence www.ravallicountyfcu.org
140 Bitterroot Plaza, Hamilton 375-0007 TheEdgeRestaurant.com 11AM -10PM SPIRITS•BEER•WINE•MIXERS OPEN7DAYS8:30AM-11PM 375-0006 Happy Hour and Sports Bar SportsBar Bitterroot’s Favorite VOTED BITTERROOT’S BEST 2023 •Appetizer •Burger •Restaurant Service •Casino (Quicksilver) •Liquor Store(Hamilton Wine and Liquor) •Margarita •Stiff Drink •Waitress (MichelleCole) •Outdoor Dining

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