Super Best of Tacoma sponsor!
Something's in the air. The days are getting longer. The weather's getting warmer. And it's taking less and less to entertain you all the time.
That's right, it's the start of the summer movie season! The critical darlings that got you through the winter months are a thing of the past, replaced by CGI-packed blockbusters loaded with superheroes like Thor, the X-Men, Green Lantern and Captain America - movies all designed principally as a way of tempting you into an air-conditioned theater to spend money on popcorn, Dots and nachos.
Now that's a marketing ploy the Weekly Volcano can get behind!
Thursday, July 28, the Weekly Volcano presents its annual Best of Tacoma issue - this year buffed to the max in a unitard. That's right, Super Friends! After suffering the bite of a rare radioactive spider, this year's Best of Tacoma issue has been miraculously transformed into the Super Best of Tacoma issue!
Here at the Weekly Volcano we spent the past 12 months dining, drinking, rockin' out, sneaking around city hall and shopping our way across Tacoma, Puyallup, Lakewood, Gig Harbor and the other Pierce County cities - wearing a cape and awkward codpiece the whole time. We've viewed the past year through a funny-looking mask. Now we are ready to punch you in the face with what we discovered July 28!
Of course, the Volcano's Super Best of Tacoma Readers' Poll will be the magic potion that drives the Super Best of Tacoma 2011. Think you know the best restaurant, politician, hero or thrift store? Want to help spread the word about the best bike shop, hair salon or bar in Pierce County? Cast your vote here. The results of our super survey will be published in the Weekly Volcano Super Best of Tacoma issue July 28, 2011.
THE PRIZE!
All ballots must be received by Thursday, June 30 at 5 p.m. Those that arrive before the deadline will be eligible to win a $200 gift certificate to Pacific Grill restaurant and a night at the Hotel Murano. The winning ballot will be chosen at random.
The Super Best of Tacoma 2011 is sponsored by the Midtown Lofts.
OK, enough blabbering. Cast your vote:
Comments for "VOTE NOW: Super Best of Tacoma 2011" (40)
Weekly Volcano is not responsible for the content of these comments. Weekly Volcano reserves the right to remove comments at their discretion.
todd deshazo said on Jun. 03, 2011 at 3:04pm
wow! that was harder to do than my SAT! fun stuff again guys
Pappi Swarner said on Jun. 03, 2011 at 3:21pm
Thanks for participating Todd. It's at least 100 questions less than past years. Editor Matt cut my suggestion: Best place to sip soup and listen to vinyl between a pool hall and a comedy club?
IKE SHANAMAN said on Jun. 03, 2011 at 7:43pm
UP TACOMA!!!!!!!!!!!
Kath said on Jun. 03, 2011 at 8:02pm
Whoa, much too hard to do! Whew!
Billy Plastard said on Jun. 05, 2011 at 10:17am
Someday this will include a category near and dear to my heart: Best Barfly. I just wanna win something before I die!
JamesT1984 said on Jun. 06, 2011 at 10:14am
Closely listen to an Inception dvd made before the January 8th Tucson shooting, especially during the dialogue, "Do It."
Larry McKillip said on Jun. 09, 2011 at 12:52pm
These best of are a great barometer of the likes of the citizens.
Shannon said on Jun. 09, 2011 at 1:04pm
Stink Cheese and Meat ! :D
Teri said on Jun. 10, 2011 at 10:20am
No place for best bank. Too bad! First Citizens in Fircrest on 19th has the best staff!
Alex Cove said on Jun. 10, 2011 at 12:33pm
Whew! I used to feel like I had been at least decently immersed in Tacoma life, but now I feel like a moron! A "Save & Continue Later" button is a must for future years of the Superbest.
Cloe said on Jun. 10, 2011 at 6:07pm
What?! No Best Seafood? We're in the Pacific Northwest! We just had an exceptional dinner at Sakura's Japanese Steakhouse full of Seafood - Lobster, Scallops and Shrimp melted in our mouths! Although, I'm sure their steak is good too!
Erik said on Jun. 14, 2011 at 1:09pm
Wine Bank has many different kinds of wine from all over the world, something for everyone. Bob and Linda are great hosts and are very knowledgeable about wine. I have been going to the Wine Bank for the last three years now and the Wine bank is the only place I buy my wine.
Dave Laxx said on Jun. 14, 2011 at 1:14pm
Wine Bank in University Place is the best wine shop going. Big enough to have a great selection, small enough for personal attention. The guys know wine, are very helpful and are just fun to hang around.
Shogun Japanese Express in U.P. gives you the food quality of true Teppan without the sky high prices. Fabulous little Mom & Pop place where the owners will remember your name.
Lucile Summerlin said on Jun. 14, 2011 at 2:24pm
The Wine Bank in University Place has a wonderful selection of wines in all price ranges. The wine-tastings with munchies are fun. Bob, Bob and Linda are friendly and give personal service, ordering wine if it is not in stock.
C S Simpson said on Jun. 14, 2011 at 3:33pm
Wine Bank offersan amazing selection of fine wines at affordable prices.
Terry torgenrud said on Jun. 14, 2011 at 3:38pm
Wine Bank is a GREAT Wine shop. Great selection and prices. Very friendly service. 2 BOBS and LINDA work hard to get the best selection in town!! Check it out , you won't be sorry!!!
Koreen said on Jun. 15, 2011 at 5:01pm
Recommend offering best remodeler in Tacoma. Lets support our construction industry making a comeback. There's a couple located on and just off of 6th Ave
Lesa said on Jun. 16, 2011 at 11:32am
No one can touch the Allstar Fitness group X program in Tacoma
Savannah said on Jun. 17, 2011 at 9:53am
For best rock band check out Riot in Rhythm. They are a group of 18 &19 yr olds that have accomplished more than most bands dream of at their age. They are doing big things and before you know that will be everywhere. Check out their AWARD WINNING music video "What I've Become" on youtube and like their page on facebook.com/riotinrhythm!!
low bar said on Jun. 20, 2011 at 1:16pm
tacoma sucks. stop fooling yourselves.
Jennifer Johnson said on Jun. 20, 2011 at 11:58pm
To quote The Frenchman..."Tacoma: Love it or Leave it." I'm a proud resident since 1999. Love the variety and the familiarity. Big enough so I don't get bored. Small enough so I don't get lost.
low bar said on Jun. 21, 2011 at 10:04pm
"Tacoma: be a gold fish molesting gorilla confining psychopath alcoholic pushing 40 year old shitty bar scene music loving loser or Leave it"
KingGrumpy said on Jun. 21, 2011 at 10:37pm
Be sure to vote for DJ Semaj for Best DJ... True DJ, not a club DJ... Anyone can replay Kube 93s Daily Mix. And Fice for best Hip Hop Artist.
See Fice and Semaj here! 253!!!!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fZVI5ohXgfU
KingGrumpy said on Jun. 21, 2011 at 10:43pm
low bar, I guess Tacoma and your mother have something in common.
KingGrumpy said on Jun. 21, 2011 at 10:44pm
I mean that in the most respectful way.
KingGrumpy said on Jun. 21, 2011 at 10:44pm
Fice and DJ Semaj!!! Best Hip Hop Artist and Best DJ...
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fZVI5ohXgfU
low bar said on Jun. 22, 2011 at 2:16am
hahahahahaha or "Tacoma: deliver burns like a swedish tourist or Leave it" hahaha something tells me you won't be winning super best of tacoma yo mamma jokes, grumpy hahaha
Rev. Adam McKinney said on Jun. 22, 2011 at 5:50am
Low Bar,
Use punctuation or leave it.
--Rev.
low bar said on Jun. 22, 2011 at 12:38pm
Rev,
Bite my style or Leave it.
d l belanger said on Jun. 23, 2011 at 10:07am
i'd love to vote: Unable to access the site.
Wendy Scott said on Jun. 24, 2011 at 11:04am
I spent an hour filling this in and then hit the refresh on accident. Did you get any of my answers at all?
Wendy Scott said on Jun. 24, 2011 at 3:10pm
I was also surprised by no "Best Seafood" question but "Best Noodles" and "Best Soup" which are similiar...
Platinum Salon said on Jun. 27, 2011 at 7:45pm
Thank you tacoma for casting your votes, please vote for Platinum Salon & Spa for "Best Salon!"
Renagade bikes said on Jun. 27, 2011 at 10:41pm
Wow as we do so much and not just for the fame but we try to get Tacoma on the map of really cool things to do, As like the tricycle down hill and bicycle prom, along with the kids at risk program, and lets knot for get the calendar girls, Tacoma's only promo girls for the fans who come down here from Seattle just to be part of the Tacoma fans and events,
So maybe some time we will be on the list of good Fans or some thing like that, We will be doing the Movie and TV show here in Tacoma, a little un knowing fact, So
Hello Fans and Renagade girls We all love you. and thanks to the Volcano and Ron and Kate the un song heroes who are very supporting, The events and music and art events, or helping us along with all the secret things we pull off,
Renagades thank you all.
RenagadeEvents@hotmail.com
Kim Wells said on Jun. 28, 2011 at 11:27am
The Beach House Salon is my fav,Brooke Lockhart is a Fantastic stylis!The decore colars,feeling at that place I love!
Jill jones said on Jun. 28, 2011 at 5:47pm
Best lil' restraunt in Tacoma has got to be Thrill of the Grill--stopped in and had the best hamburger and fries hands down! Great service felt very welcomed! Shakes unbelievable, too,
Patrice said on Jun. 28, 2011 at 5:55pm
OMG I need to get out more!!
PJ said on Jun. 29, 2011 at 10:16pm
The best darned burger in town has to be the Thrill of the Grill on Tacoma Ave and 14th. It has such a warm and welcoming atmosphere, and their burgers are the best I have EVER had. All I can say is that if you are in Tacoma and want to taste the best burger you can get, go here!
Janet Higbee said on Jun. 30, 2011 at 5:58pm
Best Wine Shop: Wildside Wine
victoria vine said on Jun. 30, 2011 at 6:15pm
STINK - Best new business!
Leave A Comment
Respond on Your Blog
Create an Account
or
Login
If you have a Weekly Volcano Account you can not only post comments, but you can also respond to articles in your own Weekly Volcano Blog. It's just another way to make your voice heard.