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2008 Winners

The results are IN! We verified more than 74,000 votes to determine this year's winners. The 109 winners competed with more than 1,900 nominees to be named the BEST of WISN A-List. Check out the BEST of WISN A-List to discover something new.

74,595 Total Votes
27,666 Voters
1,977 Nominees
109 Winners

Underwood Gallery, , , 1430 Underwood Ave Wauwatosa WI 53213

Ye Olde School House Quilts, Shopping, Arts & Crafts Arts and Crafts, 318 Green Bay Rd Cedarburg WI 53012

Meglio Pizzeria, Cheap Eats Restaurants, Pizza, 1888 N Humboldt Ave Milwaukee WI 53202

j.invites, Weddings, Invitations, The Marshall Building 207 East Buffalo Street Milwaukee WI 53202

La Estacion, Great Meals Restaurants, Mexican, 319 Williams St Waukesha WI 53186

Kochanski's Concertina Beer Hall, Attractions Nightlife Travel, Beer Selection Historical Site Landmarks Live Music Live Music Venue Neighborhood Bar, 1920 S 37th St Milwaukee WI 53215

WISN 1130 AM, Arts and Entertainment, Talk Radio, 12100 W Howard Ave Milwaukee WI 53228

The Coffee Vault, Food Specialty Food and Drink, Coffee Shop, 132 N Main St Dousman WI 53118

Benji's Deli & Restaurant, Cheap Eats Restaurants, Deli Sandwich Shop, 4156 N Oakland Ave Milwaukee WI 53211 8683 N. Port Washington Road Fox Point WI 53217

George Webb Restaurant, Cheap Eats, Restaurants, Breakfast, Traditional American, Brunch, New American, 1828 N Farwell Ave Brady Street Milwaukee WI 53202

Arts and Entertainment Back to Top

BEST Live Comedy: Comedy Sportz
BEST Brewery: Lakefront Brewery
BEST Afternoon/Evening Radio Show: Lips LaBelle - WKTI 94.5 FM
BEST Museum: Milwaukee Public Museum
BEST Theatre Group: Milwaukee Repertory Theater
BEST Indie Theater: Oriental Theatre
BEST Theater: The Pabst
BEST Local Bands: The Screamin' Cucumbers
BEST Art Gallery: Underwood Gallery - CLOSED
BEST Radio Personalities: Van McNeil - WMYX 99.1 FM

BEST Spanish Radio: WDDW 104.7 FM
BEST Morning Radio Show: Wes, Rahny and Alley - WXSS 103.7 FM
BEST Classic/Alternative Rock Radio: WLUM 102.1 FM
BEST Country Radio: WMIL 106.1 FM
BEST Talk Radio: WTMJ 620 AM
BEST Public Radio: WUWM 89.7 FM
BEST Religious Radio: WVCY 107.7 FM
BEST Top 40/R&B Radio: WXSS 103.7 FM
BEST Variety Radio: WYMS 88.9 FM

Beauty Back to Top

BEST Facial: Blush
BEST Hair Color: Carenza
BEST Massage: Elements Therapeutic Massage
BEST Day Spa: Signature Salon & Spa

BEST Tattoo and Piercing: Solid State Tattoo
BEST Tanning: TAN'R YOU
BEST Manicure and Pedicure: Tips and Toes Salon
BEST Hair Salon: VICI Capilli Salon & Spa

Cheap Eats Back to Top

BEST Breakfast: George Webb Restaurant
BEST Burger: Kopp's Frozen Custard
BEST Barbecue: Saz's State House

BEST Sandwich Shop: The Chocolate Factory
BEST Pizza: Zaffiro's

Fashion Back to Top

BEST Men's Clothing: Aala Reed - CLOSED
BEST Designer Jewelry: David Liska Custom Jeweler
BEST Vintage and Resale: Dragonfly

BEST Women's Boutique: Ess Elle Style Studio
BEST Women's Accessories: Miss Groove
BEST Shoes: Stan's

Great Meals Back to Top

BEST Italian: Ann's Italian Restaurant
BEST Wine List: Bacchus
BEST French: Bartolotta's Lake Park Bistro
BEST Seafood: Crawdaddy's
BEST Steakhouse: Eddie Martini's
BEST Chinese: Golden Gate Restaurant
BEST Sushi: Izumi
BEST New American: Kil@wat

BEST Mexican: La Fuente
BEST German: Mader's
BEST Indian: Maharaja
BEST Thai: Singha Thai Restaurant
BEST Traditional American: The Chancery Pub and Restaurant
BEST Romantic Restaurant: The Pasta Tree
BEST Brunch: Trocadero

Health and Fitness Back to Top

BEST Yoga Studio: Copper Tree Wellness Studio
BEST Dance Studio: Dance Repertoire
BEST Bike Shop: Emerys Bicycle and Home Fitness
BEST Martial Arts: Four Winds Martial Arts

BEST Pilates Studio: Movement Center Pewaukee
BEST Sporting Goods: Performance Running Outfitters
BEST Skate Shop: Phase II Clothing & Skateboard
BEST Gym: Wisconsin Athletic Club

Nightlife Back to Top

BEST Beer Selection: Bomb Shelter - CLOSED
BEST Dance Club: Decibel - CLOSED
BEST DJ: Dj Palistine
BEST Bowling: Landmark Lanes
BEST Neighborhood Bar: Leff's
BEST Sports Bar: Matty's Bar, Grille & Catering

BEST Brewpub: Milwaukee Ale House
BEST Trendy Bar: Moct
BEST Gay and Lesbian Bar: Mona's - CLOSED
BEST Irish Pub: Paddy's Pub
BEST Live Music Venue: Shank Hall

Pets Back to Top

BEST Pet Sitting: Central Bark Doggy Day Care
BEST Grooming: Doggie Doo's by Shanna
BEST Pet Supplies: End of the Leash, LLC
BEST Training: For Pet's Sake Dog Training

BEST Boarding: Paws Inn
BEST Pet Photography: Stephanie Bartz Photography
BEST Veterinarians: VCA Pahle Animal Hospital
BEST Animal Shelters: Wisconsin Humane Society

Shopping Back to Top

BEST Gift Shop: Anomaly Design Shop
BEST Records and CDs: Atomic Records - CLOSED
BEST Furniture: Bachman Furniture - 2007, 2008, 2009, & 2010 A-List Winner
BEST Musical Instruments: Cascio Interstate Music
BEST Comics: Collectors Edge Comics

BEST Florist: Fantasy Flowers
BEST Bookstore: Harry W Schwartz - CLOSED
BEST Housewares: Magnolia & Co
BEST Antiques: Riverview Antique Market
BEST Arts and Crafts: Serendipity Scrapbooks

Specialty Food and Drink Back to Top

BEST Coffee Shop: Alterra Coffee
BEST Frozen Custard: Leon's Frozen Custard
BEST Bakery: National Bakery and Deli
BEST Desserts: Paciugo Italian Gelato

BEST Gourmet Grocery: Sendik's Market
BEST Cheese Shop: West Allis Cheese & Sausage Shoppe
BEST Wine Shop: Wine Cellar of Wisconsin

Weddings Back to Top

BEST Limousine: Churchill III Luxurious Limousine Service Inc.
BEST Videographer: Creative Images
BEST Venue: Davians Banquet & Conference Center
BEST Music: Double Platinum DJ Service
BEST Wedding Planner: Events With a Ring
BEST Invitations: For Now and Forever Wedding Invitations & Accessories

BEST Caterer: Irene's Catering Service
BEST Rings: Kesslers
BEST Flowers: Petals Floral Design
BEST Wedding Dresses: Savvy Bride
BEST Photographer: Shoot the Moon Photography
BEST Cakes: Simma's Bakery

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