Best of Missoula 2019

BEST OF

MISSOULA 2019

EMILY SHULLAW ILLUSTRATION, LEE ENTERPRISES

The community voted and the results are in!

Check out the top picks inside this year’s Best of Missoula

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Thank you Missoula for your continued support & love.

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Thank you Missoula for voting us...

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Thank you

Missoula for voting

KRISTA KASUN Missoula's Best Stylist!

406.721.8889 3410 reserve st. missoula, montana www.burtonshair.com | @burtonshair

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UNIQUELY MISSOULA BEST EMPLOYER‌ Burton’s Classic Hair Co.

BEST ACTIVIST‌ Jesse Ramos As a Missoula City Council member, Ramos brings a different perspective and is not afraid to voice his opposition in an official capacity.

Finalists, Best Activist 2. Ellie Hill 3. Erin Clark

The full service salon that swept the competition in categories such as haircut, waxing, hairstylist and cosmetics was also voted the top employer, showing that happy people COLTER PETERSON, MISSOULIAN‌ make for happy hair.

3410 S. Reserve River City Roots Festival makes everyone want to dance, which is 721-8889 probably why it was voted Best Annual Festival. burtonshair.com

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BEST LOCAL ATTRACTION‌ A Carousel for Missoula

Young locals love riding one of the more than 30 horses or two chariots; checking out the gargoyles, listening to the largest band organ and of course, capturing the golden ring. This has been a favorite for kids in Missoula since 1995.

101 Carousel Dr. BEST ANNUAL FESTIVAL‌ 549-8382 Finalists, Best Employer River City Roots Fest 2. Costco. 3220 N. Reserve carouselformissoula.com St. 543-6445. costco.com The music festival that gets town Missoula with music for all Finalists, Best Local Attrac3. Providence St. Patrick HosMissoulians moving, groov- ages. Plus more than 30 artists tion ing and stomping their feet from the Pacific Northwest par- pital. 500 W. Broadway. 5432. Clark Fork River won out for top annual festi- ticipate in the Fine Art Show. 7271. montana.providence.

3. Caras Park org val. This year, bands including rivercityrootsfestival.com Moneypenny, Ashleigh Flynn Finalists, Best Annual Festival & the Riveters, The Black Lilies, 2. Missoula Marathon The Whizpops, Cascade Cre3. Montana Football Games scendo and Leftover Salmon take over the streets of down-

Thank You Missoula!

For voting us one of the best!

Hours: Summer Monday – Saturday 11 am – 11 pm 137 W Front Street Missoula, MT 59802

(406) 926-2555

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BEST NONPROFIT‌ Watson Children’s Shelter Watson Children’s Shelter is dedicated to providing a safe, nurturing environment for children ages newborn to age 14 who have experienced abuse, neglect, abandonment or family crisis. More than 100 children are served each year in Missoula.

4978 Buckhouse Lane The Sweet Palace is one of the hit attractions in Philipsburg, Missoulians’ 549-0058 favorite day trip location. watsonchildrensshelter.org

BRONTE WITTPENN/MISSOULIAN‌

The Carousel for Missoula brought in top marks for Best Local Attraction and Best Place for Kids Fun this year.

BEST DAY TRIP‌ Finalists, Best Nonprofit 2. YMCA. 3000 S. Russell St. BEST PLACE FOR KIDS FUN‌ Philipsburg 721-9622. ymcamissoula.org Sift through your own bag snowboard at Discovery Ski A Carousel for Missoula 3. Make-A-Wish Montana. of gravel for sapphires at Area. At less than an hour and wish.org Winning again, this time for the Sapphire Gallery, watch a half away from Missoula, it’s Finalists, Best Place for Kids candy being made or shop perfect for a jaunt to the town kids’ fun, the Carousel firmly Fun takes its place as a childhood the 3,000 square foot Sweet ‘built on Hope.’

2. Splash Montana. 3001 favorite.

Palace, have a beer at the Bancroft. 542-9293. ci.missoula.

Finalists, Best Day Trip Philipsburg Brewing Company 101 Carousel Dr mt.us/169/Splash-Montana 2. The Bitterroot and check out the local shops.

549-8382 3. Dragon Hollow. Caras 3.

Flathead Lake In the summer go fly fishing, Park. 549-8382. carouselformissoula.com camping, hiking and boating and in the winter, ski and

Congrats

sophi Medlinger Best Massage therapist Finalist

elated. inspired. grateful.

Thank you, Missoula.

335 N. Pattee // www.missoulaartmuseum.org

free expression. free admission.

406 251-8200

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BEST PLACE TO WALK DOGS‌ Blue Mountain This 4,900-acre recreation area includes 41 miles of system trails and is a popular spot for locals and visitors because of its proximity to the city of Missoula and the views of the valley.

PARKER SEIBOLD, MISSOULIAN‌

The Missoula Farmers Market is one of three local markets that make for great people watching.

BEST PLACE FOR PEOPLE WATCHING‌ Farmers Market While strolling through the goods for sale or sitting enjoying a coffee and pastry (or sitting at a stoplight downtown), there are plenty of people to watch at the Saturday morning and Tuesday evening Farmers Markets.

Two farmers markets and the Missoula People’s Market offer people watching galore throughout the week.

Finalists, Best Place for People Watching 2. Caras Park 3. Southgate Mall. 2901 Brooks St.

Thank you Missoula for voting us one of the Best.

TOM BAUER/MISSOULIAN‌

Pastor Scott Klaudt preaches an Easter service.

BEST PLACE TO WORSHIP‌ Zootown Church Pastor Scott Klaudt says of Zootown Church, “We are a people who have experienced freedom in the love of Jesus and are committed to letting the world experience this love for themselves. We are a place where the brokenhearted can find hope, the rebels can find peace, anyone can find purpose, and all are treated with dignity as image bearers of

Finalists, Best Place to Walk Dogs 2. Pattee Canyon 3. Waterworks

God.” Services are held in Missoula and Victor and can be live streamed.

3623 Brooks St. 406-333-0535 zootownchurch.com Finalists, Best Place to Worship 2. Missoula Alliance Church 100 E. Foss Ct. 251-3983. macmissoula.com 3. Bob Marshall Wilderness

Thank you Missoula for voting us best Sushi and Asian Restaurant!

We appreciate your votes and look forward to seeing you soon!

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ARTS AND ENTERTAINMENT

BEST ART GALLERY‌ Missoula Art Museum

The Missoula Art Museum’s 20 to 25 solo and group exhibitions year, rotating through six state-of-the-art galleries, has something for all audiences and creative interests.

335 N. Pattee St. 728-0447 UNITED INTERESTS‌ KURT WILSON, MISSOULIAN‌ missoulaartmuseum.org Missoula progressive bluegrass band the Lil Smokies played their way into Missoula artist Larry Pirnie leans on “Paint,” the colorful horse he painted the hearts of Missoulians and won out for best band this year.

Finalists, Best Art Gallery in 1995 for Missoula’s carousel.

2. Zootown Arts Community BEST BAND‌ BEST ARTIST‌ Center. 235 N. First St. W. 5497555. zootownart.org Lil’ Smokies Larry Pirnie 3. Dana Gallery. 246 N. HigThe Lil’ Smokies is one of the thelilsmokies.com Finalists, Best Artist Larry Pirnie’s signature style gins Ave. 721-3154. best bluegrass groups, a quinFinalists, Best Band of western paintings make him danagallery.com 2. Jodi Monahan. tet whose three-part harmoa Missoula favorite.

2. County Line jodimonahanartistry.com/ nies and extended jams blend classic twang with a party-like 3. Letter B pirnieartshowroom.com 3. Courtney Blazon. atmosphere. courtneyblazon.com

Thank you

4055 Brooks Street

(406) 251-5402

THANK YOU MISSOULA! FOR VOTING DRAUGHT WORKS BREWERY AS BEST BREWERY & BEST BREW!

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Missoula for voting us Second Best Casino!

Casino Hours: Everyday 9am-2am

sports Bar Hours: M-Fr 11am-2am • Sa-Sun 10am-2am

Thanks for choosing

Local, Missoula!

There’s no Stress, with Roemer’s Point S Ther 240 E. Broadway in downtown Missoula

406-549-6425

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BEST ACTOR/ACTRESS‌ BEST CONCERT VENUE‌ Drew Nagy Drew Nagy has been acting since he was a kid, he regularly acts in musicals at MCT (his favorite role was Young Scrooge in “A Christmas Carol” last winter), in addition to acting he writes and composes musicals.

BEST MUSEUM‌

Kettlehouse Amphitheater

Missoula Art Museum

It should come as little surprise that this scenic amphitheater at a beautiful location (on the Blackfoot River) with a summer ahead of big acts (Norah Jones, Robert Plant) Finalists, Best Actor/Actress and a top-notch sound system and award-winning local 2. Jeff Medley beer (K-Hole, of course) won 3. Reid Reimers best concert venue.

605 Cold Smoke Lane, BonBEST COMEDIAN‌ ner Sarah Aswell 406-830-4640 Cigarette Girls Burlesque troupe was voted Best Dancer by the Missoula Aswell’s humor, whether on logjampresents.com community. stage here in Missoula or on Finalists, Best Concert Forbes.com or the New Yorker, BEST DANCER‌ speaks for itself. She’s also ad- Venue 2. The Wilma. 131 S. Higgins vocated for more stand-up Cigarette Girls from women, LGBTQI and Ave. 728-2521. thewilma.com people of color on stage in Missoula’s resident burlesque Catch them at the regular 3. Big Sky Brewing Co. 5417 Missoula and around Montana. Trumpeter Way. 549-2777. big- troupe collectively took the Sunday Nightcap at the Top title, likely due to their mix of Hat. skybrew.com sarahaswell.com humor, seriousness and body Finalists, Best Dancer Finalists, Best Comedian positivity.

2. Mylan Marcum 2. Mike Beers 3. Joy French 3. Zac Allen

Accredited by the American Association of Museums, Missoula Art Museum features educational programming including of art classes, film screenings, literary readings, musical events, performances and artist lectures. This museum is a must-go to for any art enthusiast or anyone just wanting to explore.

335 N. Pattee St. 728-0447 missoulaartmuseum.org Finalists, Best Museum 2. Historical Museum at Fort Missoula. 3400 Captain Rawn Way. 728-3476. fortmissoulamuseum.org 3. Montana Natural History Museum. 120 Hickory St. A. 327-0405. montananaturalist. org

Thank you, Missoula Garden City

for voting us 2nd Best Pizza Delivery and 3rd Best Pizza.

ProPerty ManageMent

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Proud to have served Missoula for 40 years 422 Madison • Missoula • 549.6106 • www.gardencity.management

Howard’s Pizza 2010 South Ave West Missoula 406-721-2011

Open Tuesday-Thursday 4pm to 11pm Friday-Saturday 4pm to 12am Sunday 4pm to 11pm Closed Mondays

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BEST OF MISSOULA

BEST LIVE COMEDY VENUE‌ The Roxy The historic venue is home to Missoula’s Homegrown Comedy showcase. Experience stand-up comedy and competitions while drinking beer and eating popcorn. The Roxy offers a more intimate experience than other venues in town, so be ready.

TOMMY MARTINO, MISSOULIAN‌ 718 S. Higgins Ave Crews hoist a portion of the Roxy Theater’s new neon sign into place in 2017.

728-9380 theroxytheater.org BEST MOVIE THEATER‌ Finalists, Best Live Comedy Venue 2. Union Club Bar & Grill. 208 E. Main St. 728-7980. unionclubbarandgrill.com 3. The Badlander. 208 Ryman St. 594-0235.

The Roxy

as a non-profit home for classic movies and local film festivals.

718 S. Higgins Ave. 728-9380 theroxytheater.org

The Missoula favorite, The Roxy hosts screenings and events seven days a week including new releases nightly and a monthly calendar of independent, foreign and clasFinalists, Best Movie Theater sic films, theater, and commu2. AMC Dine In. 2901 Brooks nity events.

St. amctheaters.com Built in 1937, the Roxy sur3. AMC Classic. 3640 Mullan vived a fire in 1994 and since Road.

541-7469.

2013 has operated year-round

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BEST MUSICIAN‌

BEST NEW BAND‌

Chloe Gendrow

Ceres

The 22-year-old Missoula electronic pope musician recently released her second album “22 Below.” Gendrow’s on the bill for Pilgrimage Music Festival this summer, a Tennessee festival with headliners like The Killers, Leon Bridges and Keith Urban.

Finalists, Best Musician 2. Jordan Lane.

3. Mike VanderSanden

BEST FILMMAKER‌

This heavy metal band is indeed very new — they only started playing live earlier this year. Keep an eye out for their combination of churning riffs and shreddy solos, and an equal ratio of scream to melody in the vocals. ceres-music. com Finalists, Best New Band 2. TopHouse. tophousetheband.com 3. Good Old Fashioned. goodoldfashionedmusic.com

Reid Graham Reid Graham has shot videos for Missoula pop singer Chloe Gendrow and rapper Zak James. He also does commercial work for clients like Team Up Montana and Missoula Fresh Market.

Finalists, Best Filmmaker 2. Austin Valley 3. Michael Graef

El Cazador

Mexican Family Restaurant Thanks Missoula, for voting us Best Mexican Food!!!

(406) 728-3657

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BEST PHOTOGRAPHER‌ Mike Williams

DAVID ERICKSON, MISSOULIAN‌

A board shows beers on tap at Imagine Nation Brewing Co. on West Broadway in Missoula.

BEST OPEN MIC‌ Imagine Nation Brewing Every Monday, local artists Finalists, Best Open Mic are invited to bring their pas2. Union Club Bar & Grill. 208 sion, talent and instruments to E. Main St. 728-7980. unionImagine Nation’s open mic. clubbarandgrill.com 1151 W. Broadway 3. The Badlander. 208 Ryman 406-926-1251 St. 594-0235.

Imaginenationbrewing.com

For several years running, Mike Williams Photography has been Missoula’s choice for all photo needs — weddings, graduation, families, portraits and commercial. William has been working in the Missoula photo industry for over 20 years.

817 S. Higgins Ave. 549-4474 mikewilliamsphotography. com

to all the voters who chose us as their

favorite bookstore!

Now in our 3rd generation of local ownership!

Missoula Children’s Theater

R T I N G

BEST WRITER‌ James Lee Burke Earlier this year, the endlessly prolific novelist and Lolo resident released “The New Iberia Blues.” It’s his 22nd book featuring detective Dave Robicheaux, a staggering number that doesn’t include his other works of fiction and is all the more impressive when you consider the prose he produces and the devotion of the fan base he’s cultivated. jamesleeburke.com Finalists, Best Writer 2. Judy H. Wright 3. Hank Green

Thank You Missoula!

For 5 Years in a row, you voted us one of the best!

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BEST PLACE TO WATCH LIVE THEATER‌

MCT hosts both the Missoula Community Theatre and the Missoula Children’s Theater productions and offers year round musicals, dramas, comedies and children’s programming. Its mission is to provide education, entertainment, and enrichment for all ages through the performing arts.

200 N. Adams St. 721-PLAY Finalists, Best Photographer mctinc.com 2. J. Willis Photography. 406240-1113. jwillisphotography.

Finalists, Best place to zenfolio.com watch live theater 3. Slikati Photography. 126 E. 2. Missoula Chlidren’s TheBroadway Suite H. 274-0592. ater. 200 N. Adams St. mctinc. slikati.com com 3. University of Montana Dennison Theater and Masquer Theater. 243-4481. umt.edu/umarts/theatredance

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BEST OF MISSOULA

GDPT couldn’t do it without the support of all our amazing clients and friends!

Also Voted Montana’s Most Loved Bookstore by Reader’s Digest

Locally Owned & Serving Missoula Since 1979.

Tremper’s Shopping Center • 2335 Brooks St. 728-6342 • booksmontana.com • Mon-Sat 8-9 Sun 9-5

2819 Great Northern Loop • Suite 300• Missoula, MT 59808 • (406) 317-1121

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Best New restaurant Best Family-Friendly restaurant 2Nd Place awards

Best restaurant Best happy hour Best restaurant service Best Place for a First date Best Place to eat alone

Special congratulationS to: KelleN voted Missoula’s Best waitress cheF Jess voted 2Nd For Best cheF & aMir voted Missoula’s Best BarteNder!

210 Pattee Street • 406-926-3589

3rd Place awards

Best Brewery Best Barbecue Best restaurant view Best salad Best Bar

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FASHION & BEAUTY BEST BODY PIERCER Painless Steel

BEST COSMETICS Burton’s Classic Hair

Co. Painless Steel offers piercings with experienced piercers in a Burton’s is a full service salon clean, safe and comfortable that has served the Missoula setting. It has won several community for over 50 years. awards for its work.

3410 S. Reserve St. 1701 S. Fifth St. W. 721-8889 728-1191 burtonshair.com painlesssteeltattoo.com Finalists, Best Cosmetics Finalists, Best Body Piercer 2. Skin Chic. Southgate Mall, 2. Black Owl Tattoo. 307 N. 2901 Brooks St. 541-8464. skHiggins Ave. 543-0688. blac- inchic.com queowltattoo.com 3. Ulta. 3275 N Reserve St. ulta.com/stores/ 3. Brenda at Altered Skin. 103 541-9155.

Brooks St. 549-8544. altereskin. missoula-mt-764 com

BEST DAY SPA

BEST EYEWEAR

Sorella’s Day Spa Sorella’s mission is to create a day spa where guests can come to escape, relax and rejuvenate mind, body and spirit.

207 E. Main St. 721-3639. sorellasdayspa.com

Rocky Mountain Eye Center

BEST FACIALS Skin Chic Skin Chic offers several options for facials including the Signature Facial, SilkPeel Dermalinfusion, The “Works,” Microcurrent Face Lift, Microdermabrasion, Oxygen Facial, Customized Chemical Peel, Deep Cleansing Facial and more.

Southgate Mall, 2901 Brooks St. 541-8464 skinchic.com

The opticians at Rocky Mountain Eye Center offer expert advice on choosing the right glasses and contact lenses. Their in-office offers a large collections of eyewear, including locally made lenses.

Finalists, Best Day Spa 700 W. Kent. 541-3937.

2. Burton’s Classic Hair Co. rockymountaineye.com 3410 S. Reserve St. 721-8889.

Finalists, Best Eyewear burtonshair.com 2. Costco Vision Center.

3. Skin Chic. Southgate Mall, 2901 Brooks St. 541-8464. sk- 3220 N. Reserve St. 543-6445. costco.com inchic.com Finalists, Best Facials 3. Uptown Optical. 111 N. 2. Sorella’s Day Spa. 207 E. Higgins No. 107. 327-9988. up- Main St. 721-3639. sorellasdaytownoptical.com spa.com 3. The Hair Depot, Lindsey Shepard. 16600 Beckwith St., Frenchtown. 626-4247

Best Place to Eat Alone - Best Takeout Best Budget Lunch - Best Vegetarian Food

Comprehensive up-to-date medicine and emergency services offered.

Call or book online today

Pruyn Veterinary Hospital

2501 Russell • Missoula Brazilian Grill

406.829.8150 www.pruynvet.com

Thanks for

voTing sunrise saloon

The #1 BesT Place To Dance, #1 BesT Place To Mingle if You’re single & Dark horse as a finalisT for BesT karaoke Bar!

(406) 728-1559 • 1101 Strand Ave

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KURT WILSON, MISSOULIAN‌

“He was a star,” says Rockin’ Rudy’s owner Bruce Micklus of Saul, the popular and wellknown store cat who passed away, creating an outpouring of sorrow on the internet. “He would make his rounds to every station in the store every day. Everyone knew him.” Saul and Micklus are shown here in 2012. Rockin’ Rudy’s won Best Jewelry Store this year.

BEST JEWELRY STORE‌ Rockin’ Rudy’s Rockin’ Rudy’s wide variety of jewelry Finalists, Best Jewelry Store styles, many made locally, has some2. Adair Jewelers. 1325 S. Reserve St. thing for every one and every budget. 721-4025. adairjewelers.com 237 Blaine.

3. Rogers & Co. Fine Jewelry and 542-0077 Design. 3550 Mullan Road No. 102.

549-5771. rogerscojewelry.com rockinrudys.com

BEST HAIRSTYLIST/ BARBER‌ Krista Kasun, Burton’s Classic Hair Co.

BEST PLACE FOR A WOMAN’S HAIRCUT‌ Burton’s Classic Hair Co. Burton’s stylists stay current in the industry by attending national events throughout the year. They offer all hair services including cuts, color, conditioning, blowouts, perms, extensions and more.

3410 S. Reserve St. 721-8889 burtonshair.com

Krista Kasun has been serving the Missoula community for over 24 years.

She specializes in all aspects of hair care including artistic coloring, foiling, designer cuts, formal styling and basic blowouts. She is also both an Educator and Technician for SHE by SoCap Hair Extensions and is certified in both warm and cold fusion application methods.

Finalists, Best Place for a Woman’s 3410 S. Reserve St. 721-8889 Haircut burtonshair.com 2. Boomswagger. 204 S. Third St. W. Finalists, Best Hairstylist/Barber 830-3192. boomswaggersalon.com 2. Jamie Bush, Meraki Beauty 3. Canvas Studios. 429 Madison.

Lounge. 2825 Stockyard Road Suite 926-1440. canvasmissoula.com A12. 926-1452 3. Josie Schuster

Thank y you all for voting for

Rick’s Auto Body as your

Best Auto Repair

and the only finalist that is a Collision Repair Center! ricksautobodymissoula.com • 406.549.5400

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BEST KID’S CLOTHING

BEST LINGERIE Victoria’s Secret

Target Target is the store to go for boys and girls clothes for all ages from infant to teen.

2420 N. Reserve 5434000 target.com Finalists, Best Kid’s Clothing 2. Carter’s Store. 3275 N. Reserve St. 541-7060. carters.com 3. La Stella Blu. 612 S. Higgins Ave. 317-1074. lastellablu.com

Victoria’s Secret is one of the largest retailers of lingerie. It has been a staple store of Southgate Mall for years and readers choice of where to stock up on bras, underwear, loungewear and more.

Southgate Mall. 2901 Brooks St. 721-1811 victoriassecret.com Finalists, Best Lingerie 2. Betty’s Divine. 509 S. Higgins Ave. 721-4777. bettysdivine.com 3. Dillard’s. Southgate Mall, 2901 Brooks. 7213100. dillards.com

BEST MEN’S CLOTHING Dillards Dillard’s is the place to go for all men’s clothing — formal, outdoor and casual. No matter your style choice, it has the brand you are looking for … Nike, Polo Ralph Lauren, North Face, Under Armour, Antigua, Bobby Jones and more.

Southgate Mall, 2901 Brooks 721-3100 dillards.com

BEST OF MISSOULA

BEST PLACE FOR A MAN’S HAIRCUT Burton’s Classic Hair Co.

BEST PLACE TO GET PIERCED Painless Steel

Painless Steel offers piercings with experienced piercers in a clean, safe and comfortable setting. It has won several awards for its work.

1701 S. Fifth St. W. 728-1191 painlesssteeltattoo.

Finalists, Best Place for com Finalists, Best Place to a Man’s Haircut Get Pierced 2. The Man Shop. 1124 Finalists, Best Men’s W. Central Ave. 926-2740.

2. Black Owl Tattoo.

Clothing montanamanshops.com 307 N. Higgins Ave. 5432. Murdoch’s. 2801 W. 3. Kenny Keller, Meraki 0688. blacqueowltattoo.

Broadway.

549-2355. Beauty Lounge. 2825 com murdochs.com Stockyard Road Suite 3. Altered Skin. 103 3. REI. 3275 N. Reserve A12. 926-1452 Brooks St. 549-8544. alSt. 541-1938. rei.com tereskin.com The trained stylists at Burton’s can take care of you whether your are looking for a simple cut or a complete change.

Online booking is a plus.

3410 S. Reserve St. 721-8889 burtonshair.com

BEST SHOE STORE Hide & Sole Hide & Sole has been Missoula’s choice for best shoe store for many years and stocks quality shoes, sandals and leather goods including Birkenstock, Dansko, Born and Haflinger.

236 N. Higgins Ave. 549-0666 hideandsole.com Finalists, Best Shoe Store 2. Dillard’s. Southgate Mall, 2901 Brooks. 7213100. dillards.com 3. Famous Footware.

Southgate Mall. 406-3036762 and Grant Creek Town Center. 303-6884. famousfootwear.com.

Thank You Missoula For thinking of us DOWNTOWN 111 East Spruce • 543-5171 SOUTH 1201 Burlington Ave. • 543-7798

Serving and supporting the Missoula community for over 100 years!

Thank you, Missoula!

For voting us #1 Dentist

Thank you, Missoula for 33 years of Patronage.

We appreciate the support!

Voted Best Casino

Thank you for your vote Missoula!

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BEST TANNING/ SPRAY TAN Rayz of Lite Rayz of Lite offers modern, state-of-the-art sun beds, UV-free sunless tanning, skincare products, as well as tanning education.

1575 Benton 543-0205 missoulatanning.com

BEST TATTOO ARTIST Mike “Schaf” FlyingIrons Blaque Owl Mike is the founder and owner of Blaque Owl Tattoo. He is professional and will work with your designs or create originals.

307 N. Higgins Ave. 543-0688 blacqueowltattoo. com

Finalists, Best Tanning/ Spray Tan 2. Brown Sugar Tan Finalists, Best Tattoo Spa. 3275 N. Reserve St. Artist 830-3013.

2. Bridget, Blaque Owl 3. Sunshine Factory.

533 South Ave W. 721- Tattoo. 307 N. Higgins Ave. 543-0688. blacque7722 owltattoo.com 3. Ian, Blaque Owl Tattoo. 307 N. Higgins Ave. 543-0688. blacqueowltattoo.com

BEST TATTOO PARLOR Blaque Owl Blackque Owl has won “Best of Missoula” and the “Missoula’s Choice” awards every year since it opened. Its artists are considered some of the best in the region as well as the nation.

307 N. Higgins Ave. 543-0688 blacqueowltattoo. com Finalists, Best Tattoo Parlor 2. Painless Steel. 1701 S. Fifth St. W. 728-1191. painlesssteeltattoo.com 3. Montana Tattoo.

2825 Stockyard Road D-3. montanatattoocompany.com

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BEST THRIFT STORE YWCA Secret Seconds Not only do you find a great selection of items at the two Secret Seconds locations, but 100% of Secret Seconds’ net proceeds support YWCA Missoula’s programs and services for local families in crisis.

920 Kensington Ave 541-3210.

1136 W. Broadway 549-1610 ywcaofmissoula.org/ thrift

BEST WAXING

BEST WOMEN’S CLOTHING

Burton’s Classic Hair Co. Burton’s offers an array of waxing services from brow shaping, full face, lips, underarms, full arms, legs, back, bikini and Brazlilian.

3410 S. Reserve St. 721-8889 burtonshair.com

Dillard’s

Dillard’s carries all the top brands in women’s clothing — Calvin Klein, Eileen Fisher, Adrianna Papell, Lauren Ralph Lauren and more. Whether you are looking to buy dresses, jeans, leggings or tops, Dillard’s is the choice.

Finalists, Best Waxing Southgate Mall, 2901 2. Skin Chic. Southgate Brooks Mall, 2901 Brooks St. 541721-3100 8464. skinchic.com dillards.com 3. Montana Wax Bar. 125 W. Main St. C. 317Finalists, Best Wom1780. montanawaxbar. en’s Clothing Finalists, Best Thrift com Store 2. Betty’s Divine. 509 S. 2. Goodwill. 2501 S. ReHiggins Ave. 721-4777. serve St. 549-6969 bettysdivine.com 3. Restyle Clothing Ex3. TJ Maxx. 3275 N. Rechange. 2704 Brooks B. serve St. 541-7031.

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134 W. Front St. 728-9865 tophatlounge.com

Mustard Seed

The Mustard Seed’s well-mixed Asian blend of dishes are made with vegetables and meat cut fresh every day, the sauces and dressings are hand made. The varied KIRA VERCRUYSSEN, MISSOULIAN‌ menu has something for everyone including veg- Missoula favorite Bernice’s Bakery won for Best Bakery and etarian and gluten free Best Wedding Cake. options.

BEST BAKERY‌ Southgate Mall, 2901 Finalists, Best Appetiz- Brooks Bernice’s Bakery ers 721-7333 The fresh baked from bernicesbakerymt.

2. Jaker’s Bar & Grill. mustardseedweb.com scratch goods at Ber- com 3515 Brooks St. 721-1312. nice’s Bakery include Finalists, Best Asian Finalists, Best Bakery jakers.com/missoula beautiful and deliFood 2. Black Cat. 2000 W. 3. Plonk. 322 N. Higgins cious cupcakes, cakes, 542-9043.

2. Sa-Wa-Dee. 221 W. pies, croissants, cook- Broadway.

Ave. 926-1791. plonkblackcatbakeshop.com Broadway.

543-9966. wine.com ies, healthy, fresh lunch sawadeemissoula.com. menu and much more.

3. Le Petit Outre. 129 S. Fourth St. W. 543-3311.

3. Masala. 206 W. Main 190 S. Third St. W. lepetitoutre.com St. 926-6444. masalamt.

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BEST BARBECUE‌ Notorious P.I.G. The original Notorious P.I.G. opened in April 2015, and soon became a local favorite for authentic St. Louis-style barbecue. So much so that it opened a second location at the corner of Brooks and Reserve.

The restaurant has won multiple local awards and has been featured by national food writers and personalities like Food Network host Hannah Hart on her show “I Hart Food.”

247 W. Front St. 926-1344 3621 Old US Highway 93.

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Finalists, Best Barbecue 2. Famous Dave’s. 2915 N. Reserve St. 541-7427. famousdaves.com 3. Conflux Brewing. 200 E. Main St. 926-3589. confluxbrewing.com

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BEST BARISTA Florence Coffee Opened in 2003, Florence Coffee is family owned and operated.

Readers say “Nothing in Seattle compares!” Various locations. florencecoffeeco.com

BEST BREAKFAST Paul’s Pancake Parlor

Paul’s offers offer more than just your ordinary pancakes and traditional breakfast foods and is a family favorite. Sometimes there is a wait, but it is worth it.

Finalists, Best Barista 2305 Brooks 2. Loose Caboose. mul728-9071 tiple locations. 541-1748. paulspancake.com loosecaboosemissoula. com Finalists, Best Break3. Drum Coffee. 600 fast South Ave. W. 721-5290.

2. Catalyst. 111 N. Hig1001 E. Broadway. 721- gins No. 111, 542-1337.

3786. drumcoffeemt. thecatalystcafe.com com 3. Burns St. Bistro. 1500 Burns St. 543-0719. burnsstbistro.com

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BEST BREAKFAST BURRITO

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Market on Front

Five on Black

For $6, you can get a loaded burrito with scrambled eggs, Daily’s bacon, shredded monterey jack and cheddar cheese, seasoned breakfast potatoes and chipotle aioli.

201 E. Front St. 541-0246 MICHAEL GALLACHER/MISSOULIAN marketonfront.com Burns St. Bistro is a Missoula mainstay, and this year won for Best Brunch in the fair city.

Finalists, Best Breakfast Burrito BEST BRUNCH 2. The Breakfast Club.

Burns St. Bistro 1132 S.W. Higgins Ave. 926-1240. thebreakfastBurns Street Bistro’s Finalists, Best Brunch clubmt.com brunch is based on a 2.

Caffe Dolce.

3. Ninja Mike’s. 200 W. different theme each 500 Brooks. 830-3055. week. The biscuits and caffedolcemissoula.com Pine St. 926-1145 gravy is a sure thing ev3. Tamarack Brewing ery week and a reader Co. 231 W. Front St. 830favorite.

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1500 Burns St. 543-0719 com burnsstbistro.com

Five on Black’s Brazilian food is not only affordable but healthy and delicious. Build your own bowl by choosing a base, protein, side, sauce and toppings.

325 N. Higgins Ave. 926-1860 3850 S. Reserve Suite 140.

926-1305 fiveonblack.com Finalists, Best Budget Lunch 2. Bridge Pizza. 600 S. Higgins Ave. 542-0002.

3000 Brooks St. 552-1313. bridgepizza.com 3. Taco Del Sol. multiple locations. 327-8929. tacodelsol.com

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BEST CATERER‌

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Wally and Buck

Burns St. Bistro

Bob Marshall, Biga Pizza

Florence Coffee Co.

A longtime food cart, the new fast-casual restaurant with indoor seating serves local beef from the Oxbow Cattle Co. in Missoula.

319 E. Front St. wallyandbuck.com

Whether you are looking to have relaxed celebration barbecue and beer or more of a fine dining experience, Burns Street can fit your taste and budget, from weddings to meetings.

500 Burns St. Finalists, Best Burger 543-0719 2. Five Guys Burger & burnsstbistro.com Fries. 820 E. Broadway.

830-3262. fiveguys.com Finalists, Best Caterer 3. Missoula Club (Mo 2. Silk Road. 700 S.W. Club). 139 W. Main St. Higgins Ave. Suite 100A. 728-3740 541-0752. silkroadcatering.com 3. Bravo! Catering. 224 N. Higgins Ave. 541-4900. bravocatering.net

Bob Marshall opened Biga Pizza in 1990. It has since become a Missoula favorite, earning high marks from pizza lovers year after year.

241 W. Main St. 728-2579 bigapizza.com Finalists, Best Chef Florence Coffee Company won out for both Best Coffee 2. Jess Wrightson, Con- and Best Coffee Hut, proving sometimes the best things do flux Brewing. 200 E. Main indeed come in small packages.

St. 926-3589. confluxbrewing.com BEST COFFEE‌ 3. Olivia Donova, Plonk.

Florence Coffee Co. 322 N. Higgins Ave. 9261791. plonkwine.com With five locations in Finalists, Best Coffee Missoula plus locations 2. Black Coffee Roastin the Bitterroot and Flat- ing. 525 E. Spruce. 541head, you don’t have to 3700. blackcoffeeroastlook far to get your cof- ingco.com fee fix.

3. Loose Caboose. mulVarious locations. tiple locations. 541-1748. florencecoffeeco.com loosecaboosemissoula. com

Scoring the favorite spot in another category, Florence Coffee Company’s coffee huts offer a quick way to get your caffeine fix, with great drinks and wonderful service.

Various locations. florencecoffeeco.com Finalists, Best Coffee Hut 2. Loose Caboose. multiple locations. 541-1748. loosecaboosemissoula. com 3. Copper Mountain. multiple locations. coppermountaincoffee.com

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BEST CONVENIENCE STORE Worden’s Market and Deli Worden’s Market is the place to shop for all your food and drink needs including specialties from around the world.

The Deli, famous for the “Whoppa,” features soups, salads and sandwiches made with homemade bread.

451 N. Higgins Ave. 549-1293 wordens.com Finalists, Best Convenience Store 2. Griz Grocery.

447 Hill St. 721-2679. grizzlygrocery.com 3. Ole’s. 1600 S. Russell. 728-7681. 923 N. Orange. 721-2170

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BEST DESSERTS Bernice’s Bakery From wine cakes to chocolate cakes to specialty cakes like lemon coconut and PG&J you will have hard time choosing.

190 S. Third St. W. 728-1358 TOM BAUER/MISSOULIAN bernicesbakerymt.

Tagliare got Missoula’s vote for Best Sandwich Shop com and Best Delicatessen.

Finalists, Best Desserts BEST DELICATESSEN 2. Black Cat BakTagliare ery. 2000 W. Broadway. 542-9043. blackThe bread is made Finalists, Best catbakeshop.com fresh, the meat and Delicatessen cheese is sliced fresh 3. Mustard Seed.

2. Market on Front. Southgate Mall, 2901 for your sandwich.

Great selection of 201 E. Front St. 541- Brooks.

721-7333. specialty, imported 0246. marketonfront. mustardseedweb. cured meats and com com 3. Good Food cheeses.

1433 S. Higgins Ave. Store. 1600 S. Third St. W. 541-3663. good830-3049 tagliaredelicatessen. foodstore.com com

BEST DOUGHNUTS Rosauers For fresh classic doughnuts at an affordable price, you can never go wrong with a doughnut from Rosauers.

2350 S. Reserve St. 721-5430 rosauers.com/missoula Finalists, Best Doughnuts 2. Krispy Kreme.

1025 W. Central. 9262810. krispykreme. com 3. Black Cat Bakery. 2000 W. Broadway. 542-9043. blackcatbakeshop.com

BEST FAMILYFRIENDLY RESTAURANT Conflux Brewing The kid friendly food and engaging play areas make Conflux the perfect place for parents to enjoy a meal and beer. Plus Sundays feature storytime and 50% off kids meals.

200 E. Main St. 926-3589 confluxbrewing.com Finalists, Best FamilyFriendly Restaurant 2. Montana Club.

4561 N. Reserve St. 541-8141. 2620 Brooks St. 543-3200. montanaclub.com 3. Paul’s Pancake Parlor. 2305 Brooks.

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BEST FOOD CART/TRUCK Wally and Buck Wally & Buck is a Missoula born, mobile food concept that offers artisan burgers made from local ingredients. It operates from a vintage travel trailer that has been restored and re-purposed just for burgers.

319 E. Front St. wallyandbuck. com Finalists, Best Food Cart/Truck 2. Big Thai Country.

240-9511 3. El Cazador. 7283657. elcazadormissoula.com

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BEST FRENCH FRIES James Bar The James Bar has more than just your traditional french fries. Try the sweet potato fries or the truffle fries or the spicy garlic fries.

127 W Alder St. 721-8158 jamesbarmontana. com

BEST ICE CREAM/ YOGURT Big Dipper

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Ciao Mambo With creative twists on classic recipes there is something for everyone. The pasta dishes are made with rich, savory sauces and fresh ingredients.

The thin crust pizzas are baked to perfection. Also vegetarian and gluten free options available.

541 S. Higgins Ave. 543-0377 ciaomambo.com

There’s always the traditional flavors, but try experimental flavors like Raspberry Ginger Kombucha sorbet make Big Dipper is the place to go in any weather, though the line gets its longest in the heat of Missoula’s summer.

Finalists, Best French 631 S. Higgins Ave. Fries 543-5722 2.

Hoagieville Cheese Fries. 2405 N. bigdippericecream.

Finalists, Best Italian Reserve St. 541-8031. com Food Southgate Mall. 728- Finalists, Best Ice 5008.

2. Biga Pizza. 241 W. Cream/Yogurt Main St. 728-2579. big3. #1 Gyros/Greek 2. Sweet Peaks.

Pastry Shop. 520 S. 223 W. Front. 549- apizza.com Fifth St. W. 543-6843. 0028. sweetpeaksi3. Caffe Dolce.

500 Brooks. 830-3055. cecream.com caffedolcemissoula.

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Conflux Brewing swept many of the food and drink categories this year, showing the new brewery has already got devoted fans.

BEST NEW RESTAURANT Conflux Conflux is locally owned and familyfriendly. The menu features “handcrafted comfort or pub food with a Southern twist.” It uses locally sourced ingredients. The restaurant is family friendly with a kids’ area and two outdoor patios and an outdoor fire pit.

200 E. Main St. 926-3589 confluxbrewing.com Finalists, Best New Restaurant 2. Wally and Buck. 319 E. Front St. wallyandbuck.com 3. Gild. 515 S. Higgins Ave. 926-3258. gildbrewing.com

Locally owned and operated Grizzly Liquor has the finest selection of scotch, bourbon, gin, vodka, tequila and others, plus products from local and regional micro-distilleries along with craft made products from around the world.

110 W. Spruce St. 549-7723 grizzlyliquor.com Finalists, Best Liquor Store 2. Krisco Liquor.

1300 S. Reserve St. 549-7242. kriscoliquor. com 3. Lolo Liquor. 11300 US-93. 273-0199. lololiquorandwine.com

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BEST MEXICAN FOOD El Cazador El Cazador, opened in downtown Missoula in 1995, is owned and operated by Alfredo Hernandez. The authentic Mexican food menu and offers vegetarian and gluten free options.

101 S. Higgins Ave. 728-3657 elcazadormissoula. com Finalists, Best Mexican Food 2. Fiesta en Jalisco.

3701 Brooks St. A. 7281323. 4888 N. Reserve.

543-7757. fiestaenjalisco.net 3. Tia’s Big Sky. 1016 W. Broadway. 3171817. tiasbigsky.com

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BEST ORGANIC BEST OUTDOOR FOOD DINING SELECTION Finn & Porter Good Food Store

For more than 40 years, the Good Food Store, has been Missoula’s home for locally-produced, organic and bulk foods.

1600 S. Third St. W. 541-3663 goodfoodstore. com Finalists, Best Organic Food Selection 2. Lucky’s Market.

Southgate Mall, 2901 Brooks. 549-8124, luckysmarket.com 3. Natural Grocers.

2530 S. Third St. W. 7282100. naturalgrocers. com

BEST PIZZA

BEST PIZZA DELIVERY

Biga Pizza Biga Pizza uses locally sourced ingredients, artisan meats and cheeses with a traditional brick oven sourdough crust prepared from scratch.

Seasonal menu.

241 W. Main St. 728-2579 bigapizza.com

Enjoy great food and great service on the outdoor deck that sits off the Clark Fork River and offers a view of Mount Sentinel and Mount Jumbo.

100 Madison 542-4660 finandporter.com Finalists, Best Pizza Finalists, Best Outdoor 2. Bridge Pizza. 600 S. Higgins Ave. 542Dining 2. Plonk. 322 N. Hig- 0002. 3000 Brooks St. gins Ave. 926-1791. 552-1313. bridgepizza. com plonkwine.com 3. Howard’s Pizza.

3. Missoula Brewing Company, High- 2010 South Ave. W. lander. 200 Interna- 721-2011. howardtional Drive. 549-8193. spizza.com highlanderbeer.com

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BEST PLACE TO BUY MEAT

Bridge Pizza Bridge Pizza delivery drivers are always kind, considerate and on time, bringing the Bridge’s infamous pizza selections to your door.

600 S. Higgins Ave. 542-0002 3000 Brooks St. 552-1313 bridgepizza.com Finalists, Best Pizza Delivery 2. Howard’s Pizza.

2010 South Ave. W. 721-2011. howardspizza.com 2. Pizza Hut. multiple locations. pizzahut. com

Diamond Bar Meats Diamond Bar Meats has been familyowned and operated for over 50 years. It specializes in high quality beef, pork and chicken and has affordable packages for holidays and parties.

1500 S. Russell St. 549-7272 Finalists, Best Place to Buy Meat 2. Costco. 3220 N. Reserve St. 543-6445. costco.com 3. Rosauers. 2350 S. Reserve St. 721-5430. rosauers.com/missoula

BEST PLACE TO EAT ALONE Five on Black Two locations for this ala carte Brazilian-styled restaurant serve up deliciousness at a fast pace.

One bonus is the Pao de Queijo (cheesy buns); another is you never know who you’ll run into.

325 N. Higgins Ave. 926-1860 3850 S. Reserve Suite 140 926-1305 fiveonblack.com Finalists, Best Place to Eat Alone 2. Conflux Brewing.

200 E. Main St. 9263589. confluxbrewing. com 3. Taco Del Sol. multiple locations. 3278929. tacodelsol.com

BEST RESTAURANT SERVICE Jaker’s Bar & Grill Jakers Bar and Grill is committed to providing guests with excellent food and service coupled with a fantastic dining experience.

3515 Brooks St. 721-1312 jakers.com/missoula Finalists, Best Restaurant Service 2. Conflux Brewing.

200 E. Main St. 9263589. confluxbrewing. com 3. The Pearl. 231 E. Front St. 541-0231. pearlcafe.us

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BEST RESTAURANT The Pearl

The Pearl features high quality food and great customer service in a quiet, upscale yet friendly, casual atmosphere.

It has been featured in New West Cuisine and Distinctly Montana. Nearly any menu pick is a guaranteed winner.

231 E. Front St. 541-0231 pearlcafe.us Finalists, Best Restaurant 2. Conflux Brewing.

200 E. Main St. 9263589. confluxbrewing. com 3. Top Hat. 134 W. Front St. 728-9865. tophatlounge.com

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The Keep The large windows give you a beautiful panoramic view of the city of Missoula, Mt. Sentinel and Snowbowl.

102 Ben Hogan Drive.

728-5132 thekeeprestaurant. com Finalists, Best Restaurant View 2. Finn and Porter.

100 Madison. 5424660. finandporter. com 3. Conflux Brewing.

200 E. Main St. 9263589. confluxbrewing. com

Plonk With more than 30 wines including red, white, sparkling, fortified and dessert wine there is sure to be something for every wine expert.

322 N. Higgins Ave. 926-1791 plonkwine.com Finalists, Best Wine List 2. Red Bird (now closed) 3. Rumour. 1855 Stephens Ave. 549-7575. rumourrestaurant. com

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BEST RETAIL BEER SELECTION Orange Street Food Farm This small neighborhood grocery store has the widest variety of domestic, craft and local beers in town.

701 S. Orange St. 543-3188 orangestreetfoodfarm.com Finalists, Best Retail Beer Selection 2. Worden’s Market.

451 N. Higgins Ave. 549-1293. wordens. com 3. Pattee Creek Market. 704 S.W. Higgins Ave. 721-2456

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BEST RETAIL WINE SELECTION

Worden’s Market and Deli Worden’s wines are stored in a temperature and humidity controlled wine cellar.

The list is divided into regions and categories, including Australia, France, Italy, the United States, Spain, South America and South Africa. You can also sign up for a wine club and wine tasting.

451 N. Higgins Ave. 549-1293 wordens.com Finalists, Best Retail Wine Selection 2. Missoula Wine Merchants. 311 N. Higgins Ave. 926-1911. missoulawine.com 3. Pattee Creek Market. 704 S.W. Higgins Ave. 721-2456

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BEST ROMANTIC DINING The Pearl The combination of fine dining in a cozy, charming atmosphere make this the perfect place for a romantic night.

231 E. Front St. 541-0231 pearlcafe.us Finalists, Best Romantic Dining 2. Red Bird (closed) 3. The Keep. 102 Ben Hogan Drive. 7285132. thekeeprestaurant.com

BEST SALAD Good Food Store

The Good Food Store deli chefs use fresh natural and organic ingredients to create salads that can be served in small or large sizes. Try the Mediterranean Kamut Salad; the broccoli, bacon and sunflower salad; penne salad with pesto; Kung Pao brown rice and tofu, quinoa and black beans and many, many more.

1600 S. Third St. W. 541-3663 goodfoodstore.com Finalists, Best Salad 2. Jaker’s Bar & Grill.

3515 Brooks St. 7211312. jakers.com/missoula 3. Conflux Brewing.

200 E. Main St. 9263589. confluxbrewing. com

BEST SANDWICH SHOP Tagliare Tagliare Delicatessen features many sandwiches to satisfy your craving and they are named after favorite bands including the Zeppelin, the Megadeth, the Kiss, the New Edition, the Journey and more.

1433 S. Higgins Ave. 830-3049 tagliaredelicatessen.com Finalists, Best Sandwich Shop 2. Doc’s. 214 N. Higgins Ave. 542-7414. docsgourmet.com 3. Staggering Ox. 1220 S.W. Higgins Ave. No. 4. 542-2206. staggeringox.com

BEST SEAFOOD Saketome Fresh, innovative Asian fusion cuisine crafted from the highest quality seafood, meat and produce available.

137 W. Front St. 925-2555 saketomesushi. com

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BEST SOUP Jaker’s Bar & Grill

Jaker’s house made signature soups include chicken tortilla, gluten free vegetable, gluten free baked potato, French onion and top picks — clam chowder and lobster bisque.

Finalists, Best Sea3515 Brooks St. food 721-1312 2. Jaker’s Bar & jakers.com/misGrill. 3515 Brooks soula St. 721-1312. jakers.

Finalists, Best Soup com/missoula 2. Good Food 3. Kobe Seafood & Steakhouse, 3331 N. Store. 1600 S. Third St. Reserve St. 540-4480. W. 541-3663. goodfoodstore.com kobemissoula.com 3. Doc’s. 214 N. Higgins Ave. 542-7414. docsgourmet.com

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Thank you for voting Jakers as one of Missoula’s Best.

We are thrilled to have been recognized in so many categories! We especially appreciate your votes for us for Best Happy Hour, Restaurant Service, Waitress, Appetizer, Steak, Seafood, Soup, and Salads.

Acknowledgment of our team members makes us proud. We all strive to give our valued guests a great restaurant experience every visit.

See you soon.

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BEST STEAK Lolo Creek Steakhouse Lolo Creek Steakhouse takes a bit of a drive and diners are accommodated on a first-come, first-seated basis. It’s not unusual to wait up to an hour for a table, but the wait is worth it. Enjoy the views or take the golf cart shuttle to the adjacent Lolo Creek Distillery and Tasting Room. Once seated you can hear the sizzle of your steak being cooked on the grill. Big 7 Travel named it one of best steakhouses in America.

6600 US Highway 12 W. 273-2622 lolocreeksteakhouse.com Finalists, Best Steakhouse 2. The Depot. 201 Railroad St. W. 728-7007. depotmissoula.com 3. Jaker’s Bar & Grill. 3515 Brooks St. 7211312. jakers.com/missoula

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Lucky’s Market has rows of organic food and its sushi bar are finally being unveiled to the public this week. Lucky’s Market was founded in 2003 in Boulder, Colorado, by Bo and Trish Sharon, a husband-and-wife team who met in culinary school.

BEST SUPERMARKET Lucky’s Market The chain focuses on natural, organic and locally grown products. The store, conveniently located in Southgate Mall, and includes a huge deli and sushi bar.

Southgate Mall, 2901 Brooks.

549-8124 luckysmarket.com

Finalists, Best Supermarket 2. Rosauers. 2350 S. Reserve St. 721-5430. rosauers.com/missoula 3. Good Food Store. 1600 S. Third St. W. 541-3663. goodfoodstore. com

BEST SUSHI Sushi Hana Sushi Hana has been serving authentic Japanese cuisine in Missoula for 20 years. And serves 20 different kinds of Makizushi and vegetable sushi.

403 N. Higgins Ave. 549-7979

sushimissoula.com Finalists, Best Sushi 2. Saketome. 137 W. Front St. 925-2555. saketomesushi.com 3. Kobe Seafood & Steakhouse, 3331 N. Reserve St. 540-4480. kobemissoula.com

Finalists, Best Tea BEST WEDDING 2. Butterfly Herbs. 232 N. CAKE Higgins Ave. 728-8780. butFive on Black terflyherbs.com Place your order and go Bernice’s Bakery 3. Montana Tea & Spice. pick it up at the Missoula Bernice’s wedding cakes Downtown or South Cross- 2600 W. Broadway. 721-4882. are not only beautiful and montanatea.com ing location. For larger ordelicious, they are designed ders allow staff 30 minutes just for you. Meet with a to complete.

BEST WAITER/ wedding cake consultant 325 N. Higgins Ave. 926and discuss your options.

WAITRESS 1860 You have the opportunity 3850 S. Reserve Suite 140 Kellen at Conflux to taste the various cake, 926-1305 filling and frosting options, in Brewing every combination possible. fiveonblack.com Finalists, Best Waiter/WaitCheck out the cake photo Finalists, Best Takeout album or bring a drawing, ress 2. Mustard Seed. Southor a photo.

2. Cheryl, Jaker’s gate Mall, 2901 Brooks.

190 S. Third St. W. 3. Lester Bracey, The Pearl 721-7333. mustardseedweb.

728-1358 bernicesbakcom erymt.com 3. Bridge Pizza. 600 S. HigBEST VEGETARIAN Finalists, Best Wedding gins Ave. 542-0002. 3000 FOOD Brooks St. 552-1313. bridgeCake pizza.com 2. Black Cat Bakery. 2000 Five on Black W. Broadway. 542-9043.

BEST TEA The entire menu here is blackcatbakeshop.com vegetarian. Don’t include Lake Missoula Tea meat or the Brazilian cheese 3. Cakes in the Zoo

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buns in your order, and it’s BEST WINGS completely vegan.

Desperado 325 N. Higgins Ave. 926-1860 Wings for any taste even 3850 S. Reserve Suite 140 those who prefer a “tamer” wing….tangy, crispy and 926-1305 sweet or hot wings with red fiveonblack.com pepper or spicy teriyaki.

Finalists, Best Vegetarian 3101 S. Russell.

Food 549-9651 2. Masala. 206 W. Main St. Finalists, Best Wings 926-6444. masalamt.com 2. Buffalo Wild Wings. 2615 3. Good Food Store. 1600 Radio Way. 829-9464. buffaS. Third St. W. 541-3663. lowildwings.com goodfoodstore.com 3. Thomas Meagher Bar. 130 W. Pine St. 540-4402. thomasmeagherbar.com

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PC’s * Laptops * Wireless Networks * Laser Printers

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Montana Antique Mall got top votes for their wide selection.

BEST ANTIQUES‌ Montana Antique Mall The Montana Antique Mall is one of Finalists, Best Antiques the largest in Montana with four floors 2. Home Resource. 1515 Wyoming. and over 15,000 square feet of an- 541-8300. homeresource.org tiques and collectibles. Open 7 days 3. Zootown Thrift. 1444 W. Broadway. a week.

552-7732.

331 Railroad St. W. 721-5366 montanaantiquemall.com

BEST ADULT STORE‌ Adam & Eve Adam & Eve is a leading provider of pleasure and intimacy products including toys, lingerie, lotions and supplements.

3209 Brooks.

549-4688 adamevemt.com

BEST APPLIANCE STORE‌ Fred’s Appliance

Fred’s Appliance carries a large selection of top brand appliances including stoves, refrigerators, washing machines, dishwashers, food disposal, grills, air conditioners and more.

Finalists, Best Adult Store 4949 Buckhouse Lane 2. Fantasy for Adults.

251-7132 2611 Brooks St. 542-1801. fredsappliances.com 210 E. Main St. 543-1867. fantasyforadultsonly. Finalists, Best Appliance com.

Store 3. Spencer’s Gifts.

2. Lowe’s. 3100 N. ReSouthgate Mall. 800-762serve St. 329-1800. lowes.

0419. com 3. Donation Warehouse. 1804 North Ave. W. Suite D. 240-4042. donationwarehouse.net

BEST AUTO REPAIR‌ Karl Tyler Chevrolet Karl Tyler’s GM Service experts are trained for any type of auto repair service, major or minor.

Plus they offer shuttle ride while your vehicle is being serviced. If you choose to wait, enjoy popcorn, complimentary computer use and a play room for kids.

3663 N. Reserve St. 721-2438 gmofmontana.com Finalists, Best Auto Repair 2. Scott’s EQ Muffler.

3004 Brooks. 543-3548. scottseqauto.com 3. Rick’s Auto Body.

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BEST BAIL BONDSMAN BondSquad The bail agents at the BondSquad are available 24/7. They will walk you through the bail process, court procedures and other processes like drug testing. All with affordable rates.

1917 E. Broadway 721-6745 missoulabondsquad. com Finalists, Best Bail Bondsman 2. Devil Dog Bail Bonds. 542-8456. bailbondsmissoula.com 3.

Grizzly Bail Bonds. 415 N. Higgins No. 116. 830-7937. grizbail.com

BEST BANK/ CREDIT UNION Missoula Federal Credit Union Missoula Federal Credit Union is readers choice to handle your finances, no matter how large or small.

128 W. Spruce and multiple locations.

523-3300 missoulafcu.org

Finalists, Best Bank/ BEST Credit Union BOOKSTORE 2. First Security Bank. Multiple loca- (USED BOOKS) tions. 728-3115. fsBook Exbmsla.com change 3. First Interstate Bank. Multiple locaLarge inventory of tions. 523-4200. first- used books. Bring us interstatebank.com your old books and go home with the bestsellers. We trade BEST used paperbacks for BOOKSTORE other used paperbacks and we pay (NEW BOOKS) cash for hardbacks, audio books, comics, Barnes & graphic novels and Noble collectibles.

2335 Brooks Barnes & Noble is the place to go for 728-6342 any genre you are booksmontana. looking for: mystery, com biography, history, Finalists, Best Bookromance, self help store (used books) and more. Plus check 2. Shakespeare & out the large invenCo. 103 S. Third St. tory of young adult and children’s books. W. 549-9010. shakespeareandco.com 2640 N. Reserve St. 3. Bird’s Nest. 219 N. 721-0009 Higgins. 721-1125 barnesandnoble. com Finalists, Best Bookstore (new books) 2. Books Exchange.

2335 Brooks. 728-6342. booksmontana.com 3. Fact & Fiction. 220 N. Higgins Ave. 721-2881. factandfictionbooks. com

BEST CAR WASH

Happy Days Happy Days Car Wash offers quality car washes at an affordable price. It uses a state of the art system and is conveniently open form 7 a.m. to 10 p.m.

Plus Happy Days has

a self service dog wash that in a safe secure, climate controlled area. Wash features include tearless shampoo, conditioner, de-skunk, air dryer and more.

3831 Brooks 251-7009 happydayscarwash. com Finalists, Best Car Wash 2. Metro Express.

3550 Brooks St. 3171360. metroexpresscarwash.com 3. Dazzlers. 2610 Radio Way. 728-6262

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542-2800. computer- service, press only, guysmt.com alterations, leather cleaning, wedding BEST DETAIL gown preservation, rug cleaning, drapSHOP ery cleaning, military uniforms and flags Karl Tyler and down pillows.

Chevrolet 111 E. Spruce Karl Tyler has a full 543-5181 service detail depart1201 Burlington ment. It offers detail 543-7798 services for all makes and models and a missoulatextiles.com variety of packages Finalists, Best Dry to fit your needs.

3663 N. Reserve St. Cleaner 2. Green Han721-2438 gar. 728-1919. 146 gmofmontana.

Woodford. 728-1948. com greenhangermisFinalists, Best Detail soula.com BEST 3. Fresh Natural Shop 2. Cramer’s. 2203 Cleaners. 1132 S.W. COMPUTER Stephens Ave. 728- Higgins Ave. No. 220.

REPAIR 542-8100. freshnatu3388 3. Attention to De- ralcleaners.com Best Buy tail. 3336 South Ave BEST FLORIST Every Best Buy store W. 240-2675 has a Geek Squad Bitterroot Floral that can repair your BEST DRY computer. If you Bitterroot Floral CLEANER need help ASAP has a wide selection agents are availflower arrangeMissoula Tex- of able online and on ments, plants and tiles the phone 24/7. gift baskets, balloons Missoula Textiles and more to make 2640 N. Reserve St. offers commercial your next occasion 829-0409 including mat rentals, memorable. bestbuy.com custom design logo 811 S. Higgins Ave. Finalists, Best Commats, uniform rental, 542-0309 restaurant, medical puter Repair bitterrootfl owershop.

2. Missoula Com- and hotel linen, pa- com putes. 2325 Brooks per products, soap St. 880-1946. missou- products and towels and rugs. Retail lacomputes.com services include dry 3. Computer Guys. cleaning and gar2240 South Ave. ment laundry, shirt

Finalists, Best Florist 2. Garden City Floral. 2510 Spurgin Road. 543-6627. gardencityfloral.com 3. Habitat Floral.

211 N. Higgins No. 101. 543-0967. habitatfloralstudio. com

BEST FURNITURE STORE Wagner’s Home Furnishings Wagner’s has been selling high-quality furniture since 1953.

Design experts will help you find the perfect pieces to fit your style and comfort.

916 SW Higgins Ave. 728-3214 wagnershomefurnishings.com Finalists, Best Furniture Store 2. Donation Warehouse. 1804 North Ave. W. Suite D. 2404042. donationwarehouse.net 3. Living Room.

2610 S. Reserve St. 721-1340. thelivingroomfurniture.com

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BEST GARDEN CENTER Caras Nursery Caras Nursery has been serving Missoula for over 100 years. Visit the green house for bedding plants, vegetables, perennials and hanging baskets. Outside walk among fruit, pine and spruce trees and bushes.

Visit the garden center for all of your garden needs.

2727 S. Third St. W. 543-3333 carasnursery.com

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BEST HEAD SHOP Mellow Mood

Mellow Mood specialGood Food Store izes in a variety of tobacThe Good Food Stores cos and features shisha, environmentally friendly dokha, e-cigarettes, ebusiness practices make juices and roll your own this the readers choice. and pipe tobaccos.

1600 S. Third St. W. 630 S. Higgins Ave. 541-3663 728-0777 goodfoodstore.com mellowmood.com Finalists, Best Green Busi- Finalists, Best Head Shop ness 2. Piece of Mind. 123 2. Home Resource. W. Main St. 830-3206.

1515 Wyoming. 541-8300. pieceofmind.net homeresource.org 3. Atmosphere Smoke 3. Stockman Bank. Shop. 115 W. Main St. Multiple locations. stock- 728-4420. atmomt.com manbank.com

Finalists, Best Garden Center BEST HARDWARE 2. ACE. The Garden STORE Place. 1101 Burlington Ave. 532-3478. montanaMontana Ace fancyplants.com Montana Ace’s leg3. Pink Grizzly. 1400 Wyendary customer seroming St. 728-3370 vice, huge selection of BEST GENERAL merchandise, indoor services and convenient CONTRACTOR locations make this a loLuke Chambers cal favorite.

2301 Brooks Finalists, Best General 728-3030 Contractor 905 E. Broadway 2. Jackson Contractor 721-9690 Group. 5800 US-93. 542acehardware.com 9150. jacksoncontractorFinalists, Best Hardware group.com 3. Edgell Construction. Store 316 Expressway. 7212. Lowe’s. 3100 N. Re1826. edgellbuilding.com serve St. 329-1800. lowes. com 3. Home Resource.

1515 Wyoming. 541-8300. homeresource.org

BEST HOBBY/ CRAFT SHOP Michael’s

Whether you are a knitter, a painter, a beader or a Pinterest fanatic, Michael’s is the place to shop. Find paints, fabric, pens and ink, beads, sketchbooks, yarn and so much more.

2850 N. Reserve St. 542-0128 michaels.com Finalists, Best Hobby/ Craft Shop 2. Rockin’ Rudy’s. 237 Blaine. 542-0077. rockinrudys.com 3. Treasure Chest. 1612 Benton Ave. 549-7992. treasurechesthobbies. com

Little patients. Big smiles.

We specialize in dental care for infants, children, young adults and patients with special needs.

And we make it fun.

T hank you for your votes for Favorite Pediatric Dentist New Patients Welcome.

Thank you, Missoula!

Dr. Susan Tiede

190 S 3rd St W • (406) 728-1358 • bernicesbakerymt.com

3020 South Reserve St. missoulapediatricdentistry.com (406) 541-7337

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BEST HOME ACCESSORIES Cost Plus World Market Find inspiring home accessories from around the globe including furniture, kitchen ware, rugs, mirrors and much more.

3025 Paxson 542-6669 worldmarket.com

Green Hangar is your place to for Laundromat services, dry cleaning, alterations, formal wear and wedding gowns, executive shirt services, household and bedding.

960 E. Broadway 728-1919 146 Woodford 728-1948 greenhangermissoula.com

Finalists, Best Finalists, Best Home Laundromat Accessories 2. Sparkle. 812 S. 2. TJ Maxx. 3275 N. Higgins Ave. 721Reserve St. 541-7031. 5146.

3. Rockin’ Rudy’s.

3. 406 Suds 237 Blaine. 542-0077.

BEST LAWYER rockinrudys.com

BEST LAUNDROMAT

John Velk

John Velk has been practicing law in MisGreen Hangar soula since 1990 and specializes in perWith two convesonal injury and comnience locations mercial litigation. and drive up service

523 S. Orange St. 543-0909 velklaw.com Finalists, Best Lawyer 2. Paul Ryan. 208 E. Front St. 542-2233. paulryanlaw.com 3.

Datsopoulos MacDonald & Lind P.C. 201 W Main St. No. 201. 728-0810. dmllaw.com

BEST LODGING The Merc Missoula’s newest downtown hotel, The Merc, quickly became a reader favorite. The hotel is located on the site of the old Missoula Mercantile and has incorporated many of the features of the old Mercantile.

The location is ideal for visitors in town for concerts and Griz games.

125 N. Pattee St.

542-6252 3. Costco. 3220 N. www.marriott.com Reserve St. 543-6445. costco.com Finalists, Best Lodging BEST 2. Double Tree Edgewater.

100 MOTORCYCLE/ Madison. 728-3100. hilton.com ATV DEALER 3. C’Mon Inn. 2775 Grizzly Harley Expo Parkway. 543Davidson 4600. cmoninn.com/ missoula Grizzly Harley-Dasells motorBEST MATTRESS vidson cycles, clothing, colSTORE lectibles and parts.

The dealership also Living Room organizes several Shop for all sizes events and comof mattresses from munity activities intrusted brands like Sim- cluding the Ride to mons, DreamSleep Remember.

5106 Harrier Drive and Tempur-Pedic.

800-431-2453 2610 S. Reserve St. grizzlyhd.com 721-1340 thelivingroomfurni- Finalists, Best Motorcycle/ATV Dealer ture.com 2. Big Sky MotorsFinalists, Best Mattress ports. 2315 South Ave Store 2. Denver Mattress. W. 728-5341. bigsky3411 N. Reserve St. motorsports.com 3.

Five Valley Suite DM. 728-6300 Honda. 5900 US Hwy

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93. 251-5900. fivevalleyhondayamaha. com

BEST MUSIC AND VINYL STORE Rockin’ Rudy’s Flip through LPs or buy the newest CD. Rockin’ Rudy’s carries every genre of music plus a large selection of local musicians.

237 Blaine 542-0077 rockinrudys.com Finalists, Best Music & Vinyl Store 2. Ear Candy. 624 S. Higgins Ave. 5425029. earcandymusic.biz 3. Electronic Sound and Percussion. 819 S. Higgins Ave. 7281117. espmusic.com

BEST NEW RETAIL STORE Lumberjaxe Throwing

Ax-throwing businesses are erupting in popularity across the country, so owners Gentry and Megan Branz have gotten in on the fun. This is the first ax-throwing business in Montana, with the popularity of logging sports, it should become a popular destination.

812 Toole Ave. Suite B. 493-0448 lumberjaxethrowingco.com Finalists, Best New Retail Store 2. The Montana Scene. 101 E. Broadway. 493-1588. themontanascene.com 3. JL+Ko. 101 S. Higgins Ave. No. 3961185. jlandko.com

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BEST NEW CAR DEALER Karl Tyler Chevrolet

BEST PAWN SHOP Riverside Pawn

Karl Tyler himself has been in the car business for over 50 years. He believes in building a relationship with his customers. The professional staff is there to help you find the perfect vehicle for your needs out their extensive line.

3663 N. Reserve St. 721-2438 gmofmontana.com Finalists, Best Car Dealer 2. Subaru of Missoula. 1600 Stephens Ave. 728-2510. subaruofmissoula. com 3. Lithia Toyota of Missoula. 5001 Grizzly Court. 721-5000. lithiatoyotamissoula. com

Whether you are looking to pawn, sell or purchase, Riverside Pawn is the readers’ choice. Browse the wide selection of new and used items ranging from jewelry to outdoor gear in a family friendly environment.

1300 Clark Fork Drive 728-7296 riversidepawninc. com Finalists, Best Pawn Shop 2. Cash 1 Pawn.

8720 Roller Coaster Road.

728-2274. cash1pawn.com 3.

Third Street Pawn. 2033 S. Third St. W. 542-3890. missoulapawnshop.com

BEST PET CARE/ BOARDING Quick Paws Quick Paws’ services include doggie daycare and overnight lodging, mountain hiking adventures, one-on-one walks, professional dog and cat grooming, and home care for all house pets.

1720 S. Third St. W. 721-1943 quickpaws.net Finalists, Best Pet Care/Boarding 2. Alpine Canine.

3275 N. Reserve D. 541-4453. alpinecanine.com 3. Happy Paws.

8200 Miller Creek Road. 926-3364. happypawsmt.com

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BEST PET GROOMER

BEST PET SUPPLIES

Showcase Pet Grooming

Petsmart

Showcase offers variety of full service grooming needs in a loving and calm environment. They use all natural professional grade products that are bio-degradable, non-toxic and cruelty-free.

2118 S. Higgins Ave. 543-1211 showcasepetgrooming.com Finalists, Best Pet Groomer 2. Quick Paws. 1720 S. Third St. W. 7211943. quickpaws.net 3. Two Barking Sisters. 450 W. Broadway. 531-2765. 2barkingsisters.com

You can find all of your pet needs including beds and furniture, bowls, feeders, cleaning supplies, clothing, collars, crates, gates and more plus your pet is welcome to shop with you.

2850 N. Reserve St. 549-9188 petsmart.com Finalists, Best Pet Supplies 2. Murdoch’s. 2801 W. Broadway. 5492355. murdochs.com 3. PetCo. 3662 Brooks St. 251-1362. petco.com

BEST PROPERTY MANAGEMENT CO.

BEST REAL ESTATE AGENT

Garden City Property Management

John Herring, Re/Max All Stars

Garden City Property Management has been serving Missoula’s property management needs for over 35 years. Its staff includes a Licensed Broker and six Licensed Property Managers.

422 Madison St. 549-6106 gcpm-mt.com Finalists, Best Property Management Co. 2. Missoula Property Management.

2809 Great Northern Loop. 251-8500. rentinmissoula.com 3. Plum Property Management. 410 Expressway.

5417586. rentplum.com

John Herring, broker/owner of Remax All Stars was first licensed in 1989. He has been president of the Missoula Organization of Realtors as well as president of the Montana Association in 2017. He has also been awarded Realtor of the Year and Salesperson of the Year.

3420 S. Reserve St. 542-8644 remax.com Finalists, Best Real Estate Agent 2. Anne Jablonski. movemontana.com 3. Mike Kaptur. mikekaptur.com

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Helena 104 E Broadway (406) 513-1000

HEALTH & WELLNESS Blue Mountain 406 251-3344

Racquet Club 406 251-3356

peakmissoula.com

Downtown 406 317-1960

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BEST REAL ESTATE OFFICE Re/Max All-Stars Re/Max All-Stars is a full time real estate brokerage specializing in all facets of real estate. It offers a combination of the best in local ownership, knowledge and support with the backing of the number on real estate franchise in the world. The Missoula agents are experienced, professional

and well trained.

3420 S. Reserve St. 542-8644 remax.com Finalists, Best Real Estate Office 2.

Winderemere.

2800 S. Reserve St. 5416550. windermeremissoula.com 3. ERA Lambros. 3011 American Way. 5329200. eralambros.com

BEST STORE FOR GIFTS Rockin’ Rudy’s

With over a thousand different products ranging from jewelry to journals and T-shirts to toys, CD’s and vinyls, there’s something for everyone at this Missoula institution.

237 Blaine BEST STORAGE UNIT 542-0077 rockinrudys.com Vigilante Storage Finalists, Best Store 549-4111 Whether you need for Gifts a small or large storvigilantestorage.

2. Cost Plus World age unit or are storing com Market. 3025 Paxa boat or RV, Vigilante Finalists, Best Storage son.

542-6669.

Storage can help. In- Unit worldmarket.com door and outdoor stor2. Mr. T’s Self Storage is available and it age. 5075 Expressway.

3. TJ Maxx. 3275 offers an airport park- 541-7777. mrtss.com N. Reserve St. 541ing service plus 24 hour 7031.

3. Murphy Street video surveillance.

Storage. 2504 Murphy 4050 W. Broadway St. 541-7586.

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BEST STORE FOR BEST TIRE STORE BEST TOY STORE BEST USED CAR MUSICAL DEALER Imagination Les Schwab INSTRUMENTS Station Les Schwab stands Karl Tyler Morgenroth Music Center

Morgenroth’s mission is “to change lives through music participation,” selling and renting pianos, digital pianos, orchestra and band instruments, drums guitars and keyboards.

1105 W. Sussex.

800-462-0013 montanamusic. com Finalists, Best Store for Musical Instruments 2. Electronic Sound and Percussion. 819 S. Higgins Ave. 7281117. espmusic.com 3. Greg Boyd’s House of Fine Instruments. 311 Knowles St. 327-9925. gregboyd.com

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behind their tires. For the life of your tires, Les Schwab offers free flat tire repairs, free rotations, free tire rebalancing, free air checks, free brake and visual alignment checks and more.

2800 W. Broadway 721-1770 1505 Dearborn Ave. 721-0888 lesschwab.com Finalists, Best Tire Store 2. Roemer’s. 240 E. Broadway. 549-6425 3. Tire Rama. Multiple locations. tirerama.com

Imagination Station offers quality, affordable toys you loved as a child. There are fun toys for all ages.

It offers everything from infant toys to games and puzzles for adults, too.

227 N. Higgins Ave. 926-3325 montanatoys.com Finalists, Best Toy Store 2. Rockin’ Rudy’s.

237 Blaine. 542-0077. rockinrudys.com 3. Target. 2420 N. Reserve. 543-4000. target.com

Chevrolet

Karl Tyler Chevrolet has an extensive inventory of pre-owned vehicles and offer the forever warranty — a lifetime powertrain warranty on every vehicle under 100,000 miles or under 10 years old.

3663 N. Reserve St. 721-2438 gmofmontana. com Finalists, Best Used Car Dealer 2. Eide Motors. 3010 S. Reserve St. 7212323. eidemt.com 3. Lyman Motors.

2900 S. Reserve. 7280000. lymanmotors. com

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BEST VETERINARY CLINIC/ HOSPITAL‌

SPORTS & RECREATION

BEST WINDSHIELD REPAIR‌

Missoula Veterinary Clinic Missoula Veterinary Clinic is a full service companion animal hospital offering wellness pet care, dentistry, surgery, internal medicine and diagnostics. It also has an onsite pharmacy.

3701 Old US Highway 93.

251-2400 missoulavetclinic. com Finalists, Best Veterinary Clinic/Hospital 2. Pruyn. 2501 S Russell St. 829-8150. pruynvet.com 3. Alpine Veterinary Services. 500 S. Fifth St. W. 728-4605. alpinevetcare.com

BEST FLYFISHING GUIDE‌

Rock Chip Squad The Rock Chip Squad has a convenient 20 minute driveup service for windshield rock chip and crack repairs with no appointment necessary or they can come to your work or home location for repairs. It is insurance approved with all companies for windshield repairs.

2370 S. Reserve St. 203-9025 rockchipsquad.com Finalists, Best Windshield Repair 2. Safelite. 2400 South Ave. W. 2034055. safelite.com 3. J&D Glass. 1003 W. Central Ave. 5434577

Jacob Hensley Missoula River Lodge guide Jacob Hensley helps clients find fish with everything from single dry flies to streamers and nymphs, backed by extensive experience on JAMES RIGGS, MISSOULIAN‌ western Montana’s waThe Bicycle Hangar cares for its customers through the life of terways. their purchase with free repairs and tuneups. classicjourneyoutfitters. com.

BEST BIKE SHOP‌ Finalists, Best Flyfishing Guide Bicycle Hangar 2. Will Plumhoff In business since 1980, 728-9537 3. Kelly Harrison The Bicycle Hangar offers bicycle.hangar.com bike repair, free tuneups Finalists, Best Bike Shop BEST FLYFISHING for life if you purchase a 2. Free Cycles. 732 S. SHOP‌ bike and rentals. It sells First W. 541-7284. freecyroad bikes, mountain cles.org Grizzly Hackle bikes, hybrids, electric, 3. Missoula Bicycle gravel and kids’ bikes plus Over the past 30 years, clothing and accessories. Works. 708 S. Higgins Ave. Grizzly Hackle has turned 721-6525. missoulabicy1801 Brooks into western Montana’s cleworks.com

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premier fly shop and Missoula fly fishing outfitter.

It’s a friendly shop for all types of fly fishers from beginners to seasoned veterans.

215 W. Front St. 721-8996 grizzlyhackle.com Finalists, Best Flyfishing Shop 2. The Missoulian Angler.

802 S. Higgins Ave. 7287766. missoulianangler. com 3. Kingfisher Fly Shop.

926 E. Broadway. 3704027. kingfisherflyshop. com

BEST GOLF COURSE‌ Canyon River Canyon River Golf Course is Missoula’s newest 18 hole course designed for any skill level.

Challenge yourself with the fairways, water and

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sand traps while enjoying spectacular views.

You may even see fox.

1268 Bandmann Trail 721-0222 canyonrivergolfclub.com Finalists, Best Golf Course 2. The Ranch Club.

8501 Ranch Club Road.

532-1000. ranchclub. com 3.

University Golf Course. 515 South Ave. W. 728-8629. umt.edu/ golf

BEST HEALTH CLUB‌ The Peak Health & Wellness When it was purchased and rebranded in May 2006, there were 500 members at the original Peak on Blue Mountain Road. Thirteen years later there are thousands of Missoulians getting their sweat on in 120,000 square feet worth of health clubs — including the Racquet Club and

the Peak Downtown.

5000 Blue Mountain Road 251-3344 150 E. Spruce St. 406-317-1960 peakmissoula.com Finalists, Best Health Club 2. The Women’s Club.

2105 Bow St. 728-4410. thewomensclub.com 3. The Source. 255 S. Russell. 541-3114. thesourcemissoula.com

BEST PADDLE SPORTS GEAR‌ The Trail Head From classic canoes to the latest ultra-light inflatables, the Trail Head dominates human-powered watercraft. A new showroom for nonmotorized boats will open at 2505 Garfield St. in June 2019.

221 E. Front St. 543-6966 trailheadmontana.net

Finalists, Best Paddle Sports Gear 2. Bob Ward’s. 3015 Paxson St. 728-3220. bobwards.com 3. REI. 3275 N. Reserve St. 541-1938. rei.com

BEST PLACE TO GET A SNOWBOARD‌ Board of Missoula

BEST SPORTING GOODS STORE‌ Bob Ward’s Sports & Outdoors For 102 years Bob Ward’s has been reader’s choice for all things sporting — camping gear, hunting gear, apparel and footwear, golfing gear, snow sports.

3015 Paxson St. 728-3220 bobwards. com Finalists, Best Sporting Goods Store 2. REI. 3275 N. Reserve St. 541-1938. rei.com 3. Trail Head. 221 E. Front St. 543-6966. trailheadmontana.net

Board of Missoula opened in 1989. It specializes in skateboards, snowboards, clothing and shoes for men, women and kids.

618 S. Higgins Ave. 721-7774 bomskate.com Finalists, Best Place to BEST STORE FOR Get a Snowboard 2. Bob Ward’s. 3015 GUNS‌ Paxson St. 728-3220. bobwards.com Bob Ward’s Sports & Outdoors 3. Gull Ski. 2601 W. Broadway. 549-5613.

Bob Wards’ firearms gullski.com counter has extensive inventories of handguns,

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hunting rifles, shotguns, tactical weapons and optics, as well as clothing and other accessories for safety and comfort in the field.

3015 Paxson St. 728-3220 bobwards.com Finalists, Best Store for Guns 2. Axmen Firearms. 5175 Hwy 93 S. 251-3399. axmenfirearms.com.

3. Sportsman’s Warehouse. 2323 N. Reserve St. 523-9000. sportsmans. com

BEST PLACE FOR

MOUNTAINEERING GEAR

The Trail Head The downtown store features both a wide range of technical equipment and clothing as well as an experienced staff able to provide advice about local mountaineering opportunities.

221 E. Front St. 543-6966 trailheadmontana.net Finalists, Best Store for Mountaineering Gear 2. REI. 3275 N. Reserve St. 541-1938. rei.com 3. Bob Ward’s. 3015 Paxson St. 728-3220. bobwards.com

BEST PLACE TO BUY SKIS‌ Gull Ski & Snowboard Long a fixture of the Missoula ski scene, Gull Ski and Snowboard helps winter fans of all ages and abilities find the gear appropriate to their needs.

2601 W. Broadway 549-5613 gullski.com Finalists, Best Place to Buy Skis 2. Bob Ward’s. 3015 Paxson St. 728-3220. bobwards.com 3. REI. 3275 N. Reserve St. 541-1938. rei.com

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BEST ASSISTED LIVING

Matz Family Chiropractic

The Springs has several options of living solutions….independent living, assisted living and memory care. It is located near medical facilities, restaurants and outdoor recreation.

3710 American Way 273-0101 thespringsliving.com Finalists, Best Assisted Living 2. The Village Senior Residence. 2815 Old Fort Road. 549-1300. villagesenior.com 3. BeeHive Homes.

2406 River Road. 5524879. beehivehomes. com

Matz Family Chiropractic uses the holistic philosophy toward healing. It is dedicated to wellness objectives and overall health.

1519 S. Reserve St. 549-2006 matzfamilychiropractic.com Finalists, Best Alternative Healthcare Provider 2. Spark1. 400 E. Broadway. 926-6611. spark1mt.com 3. Flower Dispensary.

133 N. Higgins. 5410420. flowermontana. com

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BEST CHIROPRACTOR

BEST DENTIST

Matz Family Chiropractic

Jensen Dental is a family oriented full service dental practice using the most current technology available.

1547 S. Higgins Ave. 542-2742 jensendentalmt.com

Matz Family Chiropractic has five chiropractors with experience working with all ages from infants to the elderly.

1519 S. Reserve St. 549-2006 matzfamilychiropractic.com Finalists, Best Chiropractor 2. Anthony Lambert.

Lambert Family Chiropractic. 1290 S. Third St. W. 541-9355. missoulachiropractic.com 3. Krieg Chiropractic.

1070 N. Russell. 5418888. kriegchiropracti. com

Hank Jensen

Finalists, Best Dentist 2. Discovery Dental Group, Dr. Fosh and Jeff Green. 2825 Connery Way. 549-5861. discoverydental.com 3. Dr. Heaphy. 712 Kensington Ave. 5438347. ikeheaphydds. com

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BEST DOCTOR Carol Bridges

Dr. Carol Bridges is one of the co-owners of CostCare. She earned her doctorate from the University of California-Irvine and has more than 20 of experience as a family practice physician.

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BEST HEARING SPECIALIST Vibrant Hearing

Vibrant Hearing educates its patients about hearing loss and the technology options available; does detailed audiometric to address the specific nature of your hearing loss, provides state-of2819 Great Northern the-art hearing aids Loop plus follow-up care.

541-3046 601 S. Orange St. 3031 S Russell St. 549-1951 728-5841 vibranthearing.com costcare.com Finalists, Best Hearing Finalists, Best Doctor Specialist 2. Jenny Mayo 2. Costco Hearing Aid Center. 3220 N. 3. Dr. Wyman Reserve.

543-6445. costco.com 3. The Hearing Center at Rocky Mountain ENT. 700 W. Kent.

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BEST MARIJUANA DISPENSARY Spark1 Spark1 is Montana’s premiere locally grown cannabis dispensary, with locations in Bozeman, Missoula, and Belgrade.

400 E. Broadway 926-6611 spark1mt.com Finalists, Best Marijuana Dispensary 2. Flower Dispensary.

133 N. Higgins. 5410420. flowermontana. com 3.

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BEST MASSAGE THERAPIST Matz Family Chiropractic

Matz Family Chiropractic has a dedicated massage rooms, three massage therapists and appointments available MondaySaturday.

1519 S. Reserve St. 549-2006 matzfamilychiropractic. com Finalists, Best Massage Therapist 2. Sophie Medlinger 3. Sarah Odenthal

BEST PERSONAL TRAINER Kimberly Agnew

Finalists, Best Personal Trainer 2. Rachel Plumage 3. (tie) Evan Smith and Bonnie Bell

BEST OPTOMETRIST Rocky Mountain Eye Center Rocky Mountain Eye Center is a comprehensive ophthalmology and optometry office with a full-service optical shop providing care to patients of all ages. All providers are experts in their field and have developed a particular specialty in eye care through advanced education. 700 W. Kent.

541-3937 rockymountaineye.com Finalists, Best Optometrist 2. Dr. Lebsock 3. Dr. Dan Larsen

BEST PEDIATRIC DENTIST Missoula Pediatric Dentistry Visiting the dentist should not be scary for a child. At Missoula Pediatric Dentistry the waiting room has toys, video games and a fish tank. Kids can watch movies and cartoons on ceilingmounted flat screens and redeem tokens for prizes.

3020 S. Reserve Suite D. 541-7337 missoulapediatricdentistry.com Finalists, Best Pediatric Dentist 2. Children’s Dentistry of the Rockies. 1009 S. Reserve St. 549-2395. missoulakidsdentist.com 3. 3 Rivers Pediatric Dentistry. 2680 Washburn St. 393-3773. 3rpd.com

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BEST PHYSICAL THERAPIST

Alpine Physical Therapy Brent Dodge’s team of therapists will get to the bottom of what ails you — also the top if needed and get you on the road to full strength.

Multiple locations.

251-2323. alpineptmissoula.com Finalists, Best Physical Therapist 2. Great Divide PT. 2819 Great Northern Loop No. 300. 317-1121. greatdividept.com 3. Jill Olson. Peak Performance Physical Therapy.

1940 Harve Ave. No. 2. 5420808. peakmt.com

BEST WALK-IN CLINIC

Western Montana Clinic Now Care Now Care is an urgent care, walk in clinic with a location in Southgate Mall and one downtown. It offers high quality health care for non-life threatening emergencies and illnesses.

If offers medical care outside of a hospital emergency department, on an unscheduled, walk-in basis.

Southgate Mall 721-0918 500 W. Broadway 3297500 westernmontanaclinic. com Finalists, Best Walk-in Clinic 2. CostCare. 2819 Great Northern Loop. 541-3046.

3031 S. Russell St. 728-5841. costcare.com 3. Grant Creek Family Medicine. 3075 N. Reserve St. Suite Q. 327-1750

BEST YOGA INSTRUCTOR Nick Gonzalez Nick Gonzalez teaches yoga for everyone, he literally has a class called “Yoga for Everyone.” He also teaches yoga for endurance, Namaste, Yoga in the park and Yoga for veterans. yogawithnickg.com Finalists, Best Yoga Instructor 2. Celeste Ambrose. Inner Harmony Yoga. 214 E. Main St. Suite B. 581-4093. yogainmissoula.com.

3. Christy Farley. handsofenergy.ncbcertified.com

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Mark Messmer Hamilton, KECI 3410 S. Reserve St. 3. Bill Speltz, Missoulian The Missoula distance 721-8889 runner outdid himself in 2018, following a recordburtonshair.com BEST K-12 TEACHER setting win in the GoverFinalists, Best Local App nor’s Cup half marathon Austin Tootell 2. Passport Parking with a victory in the MisAustin is a third grade 3. Mountain Line soula Marathon five weeks later. He won this Missoula teacher at Paxson ElemenMarathon again this year, tary School and he doesn’t BEST LOCAL setting a new personal just put the students first in his words, he also does it INSTAGRAM best. in his everyday actions.

He has 80+ students each Finalists, Best Athlete Burton’ Classic Hair Co. year and he gets to know 2. Tupa Faleagafulu The photography on every single one of them on 3. Michael Oguine Burton’s Classic Hair Co.’s a very personal level.

Instagram (@burtonshair) Finalists, Best K-12 Teacher is professional and keeps BEST JOURNALIST 2. Paige Walde you updated in the latest Jill Valley 3. (tie) Calra Woehler styles.

Jill Valley is the most and Stephanie Rollings (kin3410 S. Reserve St. recognized newscaster in dergarten teacher, Franklin 721-8889 western Montana. She’s Elementary) burtonshair.com been named Montana’s Finalists, Best Local Broadcaster of the Year BEST LOCAL APP several times and has won Instagram journalism awards for writBurton’ Classic Hair Co. 2. @draughtworks ing and reporting.

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BEST ATHLETE

BEST RADIO PERSONALITY

BEST LOCAL TWITTER ABC Fox Montana ABC Fox Montana’s tweets are engaging and cover a wide range of topics. @abcfoxmt Finalists, Best Local Twitter 2. @Missoulian 3. @umbarstool

BEST METEOROLOGIST Erin Yost Another reader favorite, Erin Yost, is leaving KPAX after nine years of weather forecasting. kpax.com Finalists, Best Meteorologist 2. Mark Heyka, KECI. 3. Brooke Foster, KECI.

Craig Johnson

The Trail 103.3’s Craig Johnson just retired after more than 40 years in the radio business. Most recently he was the host of the Morning Trail show with Missoula Broadcasting Company.

BEST POLITICIAN 721-6800 trail1033.com Jon Tester Finalists, Best Radio PersonJon Tester is a third gen- ality 2. Angel eration Montanan, first 3. Peter Christian elected to the US Senate in 2006. In the Senate, Jon serves as Ranking Member BEST RADIO STATION of the Senate Veterans’ Af103.3 The Trail fairs Committee. He is also Vampire Weekend and a member of the Senate Commerce, Indian Affairs, Led Zeppelin played backBanking, and Appropria- to-back? It happens at The Trail, with its esoteric mix of tions Committees. alt and classic rock. tester.senate.gov 721-6800 trail1033.com Finalists, Best Politician Finalists, Best Radio Station 2. Jesse Ramos 2.

KBGA 3. Kathleen Williams 3. KYSS FM

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BEST TV NEWCAST

BEST UM PROFESSOR

KPAX KPAX is the station readers have chosen to for local and state news, weather and sports. Newcaster/ journalist Jill Valley is also readers’ favorite. kpax.com Finalists, Best TV Newcast 2. KECI 3. PBS News Hour

BEST TV PERSONALITY Jill Valley Jill Valley is the most recognized newscaster in western Montana. She’s been named Montana’s Broadcaster of the Year several times and has won journalism awards for writing and reporting. kpax.com Finalists, Best TV Personality 2. Heidi Meile, KECI. 3. Maritsa GeorgiouHamilton, KECI

Mehrdad Kia Mehrdad Kia, Professor of History; Director, Central and Southwest Asian Studies Center, has real world experience working with the different Islamic cultures and his lectures are never boring as he fills them with he fills it with his own anecdotes, video and humor. hs.umt.edu/history/ people/default.php?s=Kia Finalists, Best UM Professor 2. Jason Triche 3. Denise Dowling

BEST WEBSITE Burtonshair.com Burton’s Hair Classic Co.’s website is clean, easy to navigate and responsive.

The option to book your appoint online is a major plus.

Finalists, Best Website 2. missoulacurrent.com 3. missoulaevents.com

BEST BAR The Top Hat The Top Hat is a favorite for many things….the food, the drink selection, the music, the atmosphere. The music caters to all interests including Family Friendly Friday.

134 W. Front St. 728-9865 tophatlounge.com Finalists, Best Bar 2. The Rhino. 158 Ryman.

721-6061. therhinomissoula.com 3. (tie) Al’s & Vic’s. 119 W. Alder. 728-4804. alsandvics.com and Conflux Brewing. 200 E. Main St. 9263589. confluxbrewing.com

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Thomas Meagher Bar The Irish-themed bar named for Montana’s first territorial governor proves that old adage: There’s no such thing as too many varieties of mac and cheese.

130 W. Pine St. 540-4402 thomasmeagherbar. com Finalists, Best Bar Food 2. James Bar. 127 W Alder St. 721-8158. jamesbarmontana.com 3. Top Hat. 134 W. Front St. 728-9865. tophatlounge. com

BEST BARTENDER

BEST BAR FOR A STIFF POUR

BEST BEER SELECTION

Al’s & Vics

The Rhino

Sure, you can sip some whiskey or drink a beer in this classic bar on Alder Street. Or you can order a Moscow Mule that really has a kick.

119 W. Alder 728-4804 alsandvics.com Finalists, Best Bar for a Stiff Pour 2. Charlie B’s. 428 N. Higgins Ave. 721-3808 3. The Rhino. 158 Ryman.

721-6061. therhinomissoula.com

Amir-Conflux Brewing

Finalists, Best Bartender 2. Todd Stenson 3. Jake Hensely

The Rhinoceros is the hoptimum place to find beers from all over — and all over brewery-rich Montana. Say no to macrobrews and say hello to a Haybag Hefeweizen.

158 Ryman 721-6061 therhinomissoula.com Finalists, Best Beer Selection 2. Orange Street Food Farm. 701 S. Orange St. 543-3188. orangestreetfoodfarm. com 3. Worden’s. 451 N. Higgins Ave. 549-1293. wordens.com

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BEST BLOODY MARY‌ Tamarack Brewing The bloody mary bar from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. every Saturday and Sunday is what makes Tamarack a winner. Make a bloody mary to suit your taste by adding any of the many spices, vegetables and more.

231 W. Front St. 830-3113 tamarackbrewing.com Finalists, Best Bloody Mary 2. Last Run Inn, Montana Snowbowl. 1700 Snowbowl Road. 549-9777. montanasnowbowl.com 3. Montgomery Distillery.

129 W. Front St. 926-1725. montgomerydistillery.com

BEST BREW‌ Draught Works Draught Works brews Missoula readers’ favorites such as the Pineapple Express, That’s What She Said and Clothing Optional, and they can be found in most grocery stores in Missoula and around Montana.

915 Toole Ave. 541-1592 draughtworksbrewery. com Finalists, Best Brew 2. Missoula Brewing Company, Highlander. 200 International Drive. 549-8193. highlanderbeer.com 3. Cold Smoke from Kettlehouse. 313 N. First St. W. 602 Myrtle. 830-3163. 313 N. First St. W. 406-215-1979. kettlehouse.com

BEST BREWERY‌ Draught Works Not only does Draught Works brew some of Missoula’s favorite beer, it also features a wrap-around patio open year round and a toy corner for kids.

Draught Works also brews its own root beer.

915 Toole Ave. 541-1592 draughtworksbrewery. com Finalists, Best Brewery 2. Kettlehouse. 313 N. First St. W. 602 Myrtle. 830-3163.

313 N. First St. W. 406-2151979. kettlehouse.com 3. Conflux Brewing. 200 E. Main St. 926-3589. confluxbrewing.com

BEST CASINO‌ Flippers Flippers casino features 17 gaming machines and is open daily from 8 a.m. to 2 a.m.

125 S. Third St. W. 721-4895 Finalists, Best Casino 2. Silver Slipper. 4055 US93. 251-5402. thesilverslipperlounge.com 3. Silvertip Casino. 680 S.W. Higgins Ave. 728-5643. silvertipcasino.com

BEST DIVE BAR‌ Charlie B’s

Not only have readers voted it Best Dive Bar, but Charlie B’s has also been voted as one of the best dive bars in the country by The Daily Meal. Charlie B’s opens at 8 a.m. and stays that way until 2 a.m., and the regulars can be found there before noon.

428 N. Higgins Ave. 721-3808 Finalists, Best Dive Bar 2. Al’s & Vic’s. 119 W. Alder. 728-4804.

BEST COCKTAIL alsandvics.com SELECTION‌ 3. The Rhino. 158 Ryman.

721-6061.

Plonk therhinomissoula.com Plonk has an extensive list of cocktails including BEST HAPPY standbys like mojitos and martinis. But try the Maker’s HOUR‌ Ginger, Sage Margarita, Jaker’s Bar & Grill Pineapple Express or Cucumber Cilantro Gimlet.

Jaker’s Happy Hour fea322 N. Higgins Ave. tures half off well, drafts and house wine, $3 off 926-1791 appetizers and $3 off preplonkwine.com liquor. Not only is its Finalists, Best Cocktail Se- mium happy hour daily from 4 lection to 6 p.m. but also Sunday2. Montgomery Distillery. Wednesday: 9-11 p.m. and 129 W. Front St. 926-1725. Thursday-Saturday 9 p.m.montgomerydistillery.com midnight.

3. Saketome. 137 W. 3515 Brooks 721-1312 Front St. 925-2555. jakers.com/missoula saketomesushi.com Finalists, Best Happy Hour 2. Conflux Brewing. 200 E. BEST DISTILLERY‌ Main St. 926-3589. confluxbrewing.com Montgomery Distillery 3. The Top Hat. 134 W. Montgomery Distillery uses its own wheat and rye Front St. 728-9865. tophatat the Montgomery family lounge.com ranch near Lewistown. It BEST KARAOKE also distributes its spirits in several locations in MonBAR‌ tana, Washington and Colorado. You can even sign Bowl Dog Lounge at up for a tour of the facility.

Westside Lanes 129 W. Front St. The Bowl Dog Lounge 926-1725 at Westside Lines features montgomerydistillery. karaoke with Solid Sound com Karaoke on Wednesdays, Finalists, Best Distillery Thursdays and Fridays and 2. Lolo Creek Distillery. the second and last Satur6610 US-12, Lolo. 926-2803. day of each month. It has 3. Montana Distillery. 631 a large song catalog with everything from country to Woody. 541-1889. hip-hop. mtdistillery.com 1615 Wyoming 721-5263 missoulabowling.com Finalists, Best Karaoke Bar 2. The Badlander. 208 Ryman St. 549-0235 3. The Dark Horse. 1805 Regent. 728-0934

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BEST LATE-NIGHT MUNCHIES Pie Hole For a late dinner, after bar closing time snack or to stave off a craving, the Pie Hole in downtown Missoula serves pizza by the slice, whole pizzas, bread sticks and salads is open until 3 a.m.

525 N. Higgins Ave. 926-2233 pieholemissoula. com Finalists, Best LateNight Munchies 2. Oxford Saloon. 337 N. Higgins Ave. 5490117. the-oxford.com 3. Taco Bell. Multiple locations. tacobell.com

BEST PLACE FOR A FIRST DATE Gild For a first date enjoy a brew on the Hip Strip, have lunch or dinner during the week or brunch on Sunday. Or even enjoy vintage and new arcade and pinball games in the Gild’s Basement Arcade.

515 S. Higgins Ave. 926-3258 gildbrewing.com.

Finalists, Best Place for a First Date 2. Conflux Brewing.

200 E. Main St. 9263589. confluxbrewing. com 3. James Bar. 127 W Alder St. 721-8158. jamesbarmontana. com

BEST PLACE TO DANCE Sunrise Saloon Country music fans with their western gear and dancing shoes flock to the only dedicated country western music venue in Missoula.

1101 Strand Ave. 728-1559 sunrisesaloonandcasino.com Finalists, Best Place to Dance 2. Union Club Bar & Grill. 208 E. Main St. 728-7980. unionclubbarandgrill.com 3. The Badlander.

208 Ryman St. 549-0235

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BEST PLACE FOR LIVE MUSIC The Top Hat It’s no wonder the Top Hat took this category — while it’s not the most scenic venue (second place), nor the most historic (third place), it is the most accessible, with a wide variety of free concerts, family-friendly shows and every genre of music one could want from touring groups.

134 W. Front St. 728-9865 tophatlounge.com Finalists, Best Place for Live Music 2. Kettlehouse Amphitheater. 605 Cold Smoke Lane, Bonner.

406-830-4640. logjampresents.com 3. The Wilma. 131 S. Higgins Ave. 728-2521. thewilma.com

BEST PLACE TO MINGLE IF YOU ARE SINGLE Sunrise Saloon Being voted the reader’s favorite place to dance, it makes sense that it is also voted favorite place to mingle if your are single. So head over to dance, drink, eat, and enjoy the company.

728-1559 sunrisesaloonandcasino.com Finalists, Best Place to Mingle if You Are Single 2. The Top Hat. 134 W. Front St. 728-9865. tophatlounge.com 3. Draught Works.

915 Toole Ave. 5411592. draughtworksbrewery.com

BEST PLACE TO PLAY POOL Three in the Side Three in the Side is the only billiards hall in downtown Missoula. It also has darts, arcade games and a full bar.

Opens at 2 p.m. every day.

147 W. Broadway 543-0646 Finalists, Best Place to Play Pool 2. Union Club Bar & Grill. 208 E. Main St. 728-7980. unionclubbarandgrill.com 3. Al’s & Vic’s. 119 W. Alder. 728-4804. alsandvics.com

BEST SPORTS BAR Thomas Meagher Bar Your new favorite place to watch all things sports, featuring 11 HD TVs and a 133” projector screen.

130 W. Pine St. 540-4402 thomasmeagherbar. com Finalists, Best Sports Bar 2. Press Box. 835 E. Broadway. 721-1212. pressboxsportsbar.com 3. Desperado Sports Tavern. 3101 S. Russell.

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