Last year, Maple Grove Magazine held its annual readers’ choice survey, and we asked members of the community to tell us their favorites in 50 categories. Check out this list of 2014’s winners and see how this year’s crop compares: You’ll find some repeat favorites and some newcomers. Here’s a refresher on last year’s choices.
Best Bakery
Nadia Cakes
Best Breakfast/Brunch
3 Squares Restaurant
(A fresh and delicious option from 3 Squares Restaurant;Photo by Emily J. Davis)
Best Burgers
Wild Bill’s Sports Saloon
Best Ethnic Food
Sawatdee
Best Happy Hour
Malone’s Bar and Grill
Best Wine Selection
Pittsburgh Blue Steakhouse
Best Kid-friendly Restaurant
Dave and Buster’s
Best New Restaurant
Redstone American Grill
Best Outdoor Dining
The Lookout Bar and Grill
Best Private-Party Venue
Pittsburgh Blue Steakhouse
Best Bartender
Megan Mitchell, Maple Tavern
Best Pasta Dish
Fettucini with lobster at Biaggi’s Ristorante Italiano
Best Chiropractor
Dr. Douglas Broman, Broman Chiropractic
Best Dental Clinic
Maple Grove Family Dental Clinic
Best Orthodontist
Dr. Mark Dale, Accorde Orthodontists
Best Pediatric Clinic
Partners in Pediatrics
Best Yoga Class
Gentle Flow, Heat Yoga Studio
Best Fitness Studio
Life Time Fitness
Best Golf Course
Rush Creek Golf Club
Best Medspa/Rejuvenation Clinic
Belladerm MedSpa
Best Builder/Remodeler
LDK Homes
Best Home Retail/Furnishings
A Place Called Home
Best Interior Designer
DeAnne Koppendrayer
Best Landscaper
Lynde Greenhouse & Nursery
Best Garden Shop
Lynde Greenhouse & Nursery
Best Community Event/Festival
Maple Grove Days
Best Kids’ Birthday Party Spot
Maple Maze
Best Music Lessons
Prima Music Studio
Best Preschool/Daycare
Step By Step Montessori School
Best Summer Program/Camp
Kidstop
Best High School Teacher
Beth Hellstedt, Maple Grove Senior High (choir)
Best Doggy Daycare/Kennel/Boarding
Animal Wellness Center of Maple Grove
Best Veterinary Services
Animal Wellness Center of Maple Grove
Best Pet Grooming/Services
Shaggy Dog Grooming
Best Class/Program for Seniors
AARP 55 Alive Driver Safety Course at the Community Center
Best Financial Advisor
Joe Yard
Best Hairstylist/Barber
Lauren Miller, Willow Salon
Best Photographer
Tracy Walsh, Poser Design
Best Massage Therapist
Jamie Lawless, Flawless Care Therapeutic Massage
Best Real Estate Agent
Jarrod Peterson, Edina Realty
Best Salon/Spa
Simonson’s Salon & Spa
Best Insurance Agent
Jim Miller, American Family
Best Children’s Shop
Creative Kidstuff
Best Boutique
Mainstream Boutique
Best Small-Business Customer Service
Willow Salon
Best Gift Shop/Place to Buy Unique Gifts
Goodthings
Best Jeweler
Mark Michael Diamond Designs
Best New Shop
Whole Foods Market
Best Sporting Goods
Dave’s Sport Shop
Best Eyewear
Pearle Vision
