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South Kitsap where, in the following pages, you’ll learn what readers like best in our community. The residents have spoken and the votes have been cast and now it’s time to reveal the winners in almost every category imaginable from the best family restaurant to the best teacher. Ballots were available at the Port Orchard Independent and The Port Orchard Chamber of Commerce, with entries filled out and returned. It was a close race for many with just a few ballots between first, second and third place for many categories. Thank you to those who voted in our first ever “Best of” Contest survey. We had fun discovering what the residents of South Kitsap considered to be the “Best of” and we hope you too will get a kick out of seeing your favorites at the top.
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THE BEST OF SOUTH KITSAP 2008 PUBLISHER: Rich Peterson EDITOR: Jeff Rhodes PROJECT COORDINATOR: Mike Schiro COVER DESIGN: Irene Beckham PAGE DESIGN: Irene Beckham AD STAFF: Mike Schiro, Melissa Hampton, Craig Thorne PRODUCTION ARTISTS: Irene Beckham, Nicole Helgeson
COPYRIGHT 2008® SOUND PUBLISHING INC.
Best of South Kitsap results also posted on www.portorchardindependent.com
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Thursday May 29th, 5-8pm at the Port Orchard Armory (1950 SE Mile Hill Dr. Port Orchard) as we present certificates at 6:15pm to the BEST OF SOUTH KITSAP Award winners at the Port Orchard Chamber Business Showcase & After Hours! No entry fee to showcase- Come show your support of nominees and award winners and visit table displays of products and services from local businesses. Door prizes and refreshments!
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HANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS
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Call the Chamber at 360-876-3505 for more information.
Thank You. Our sincerest thanks for putting your trust in Kitsap Bank. Because of you, over the past 100 years we’ve grown from humble beginnings on the corner of Bay and Frederick Streets in Port Orchard to 23 full-service branches in 6 counties. We’ve served as South Kitsap’s financial partner for generations, helping our neighbors and friends build houses, start businesses, send children to college, and prepare for retirement.
We thank you for your loyalty, and look forward to serving you in our second century!
Bethel & Lund 3324 Bethel Rd SE Port Orchard, WA 98366 360-874-1063
Bay Street 619 Bay Street Port Orchard, WA 98366 360-876-7800
South Park Village 1700 Village Lane SE Port Orchard, WA 98366 360-876-7822
www.kitsapbank.com • 800-283-5537
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Available For Parties, Banquets And Events Enjoy your next night out with us. Drop off your kids to Skate while you enjoy a romantic dinner just a few steps away! 1501 PIPERBERRY WAY SE • PORT ORCHARD • 360-895-7823 (NOW LOCATED IN “THE BETHEL CENTRE” ON SECOND FLOOR ABOVE SK8TOWN
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Thank-You South Kitsap For Voting Amyโ s On The Bay
In Four Best Of South Kitsap Categories...
Best Best Hamburger Seafood
Best Steak
Best Romantic Spot
Lunch Menu โ ข Dinner Menu Kids Menu โ ข Outdoor Deck Large Wine Selection Northwest MicroBrews Full Range Of Quality Spirits For fabulous food in a relaxed setting, Amyโ s On The Bay is a great choice. It will take you several visits to experience all the wonderful dishes available, so treat yourself to a delightful dining experience with a beautiful view of Sinclair Inlet Sunday - Thursday 11am-9pm Friday & Saturday 11am-10pm
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Welcome To Amyโ s On The Bay
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PUBLIC PARK
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THANK YOU SOUTH KITSAP!
- BUILT TO LAST OVER 75 YEARS OF MEETING YOUR REAL ESTATE NEEDS
THANK YOU FOR VOTING Scott McLendon’s Hardware
Best Hardware Store!
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Thank You for your votes!
BEST Steak • BEST Seafood • BEST Italian Indoor/Outdoor/Waterfront dining • Full Bar Rehearsal Dinners • Catering • Weddings & Receptions Four Private Rooms Available • Arrive by sea or land Locally Owned & Operated
Join us for HAPPY HOUR in the bar & on deck 4-6pm & 8pm ‘til close
429 Bay Street • Port Orchard, WA • 360-874-2075 • www.ginosrestaurants.com
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Small Friendly Family Home Town Feeling Sinclair Inlet
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Ferry System
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Phase II Pet Grooming ALL BREED PET GROOMING
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Best Deli & Best Italian Food HOURS: Mon - Sat
Delicatessen & Espresso Bar 11am-8pm Restaurant & Spirits Bar 11am-9pm
1821 SE Lund Ave Port Orchard WA 98366 • 360-895-3138
DOGS & CATS
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BEST PIZZA
Pasta • Pizza • Desserts • Sandwiches • Salads
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895-2337
Port Orchard • Mile Hill Rd. & Jackson (Next to Reid Real Estate)
Towne Square Port Orchard
WE BELIEVE IN OLD-FASHIONED VALUES
Thank You! “For voting me one of the top three Chiropractors in South Kitsap. I appreciate your vote” Also, I would like to take this opportunity to thank my current patients, my staff and the community for its continued support!
~Dustin L. Wolf, D.C.
Chiropractic Health Center 1963 Bethel Rd. SE Port Orchard 876.3393
ASSISTED LIVING
We can honestly say we love our jobs. Our mission is rooted in the old-fashioned values of compassion, caring and service to others. Seniors are to be valued and cherished. Families need peace of mind. We understand these important principles and are truly passionate about making this happen every day at Stafford Suites! Locally owned & operated
Thank You South Kitsap
For voting for us in the 1st Annual
Best Of South Kitsap
“Where the Living is Easy” 1761 Pottery Avenue Port Orchard, WA 8366
(360) 874-1212 Visit us on the Web at ostromcare.com