None of the other Best of the West categories would exist if it weren’t for the people behind them.
The bartenders, barbers, chefs, tattoo artists, veterinarians—these are the people who don’t just provide a service, but we form a connection with them, whether it’s face to face or through their work. We grow to trust them, and that’s what these votes represent; who does West Michigan trust?
For one thing, West Michigan loves Chef Jenna Arcidiacano, not only thanks to her delicious cooking at Amore Trattoria, but the fact she continues to give back to the community in so many ways. But Oscar Moreno from MeXo has quickly become another familiar face on the scene, serving up innovative Mexican cuisine with pre-Hispanic influence. Scotty Petersen of The Unicorn Tavern has made waves too, thanks to unique food and a big personality.
West Michigan also loves Henchmen House, winning barber shop once again this year (though Revue’s editor frequents a finalist, Foremost). Same goes for Lilith’s Liar, who once again took top spot for Salon.
Although, we’ve also seen some changeups, such as Elise Coates snagging first place for Photographer, Modern Day Collective taking home the gold for Event Planners, and Sovereign Arms Tattoo Co. moving into the top spot for Tattoo Shop.
There could be 1,000 Services & People categories, and we still wouldn’t be able to reward everyone in West Michigan who makes our community special.
*Each category lists the winner with two finalists listed alphabetically below.
Barber Shop
Henchmen House Barbershop
thehenchmenhouse.com
Foremost Barbershop
Locals Barbershop
Bed & Breakfast
Peaches Bed & Breakfast
peachesinn.com
The Leonard at Logan House
The Parsonage Inn
Catering
Two Scott’s BBQ
twoscottsbbq.com
Kangaroo Kitchen & Catering
Martha’s Catering
Chef
Amore Trattoria Italiana
- Jenna Arcidiacono
amoretrattoriaitaliana.com
Oscar Moreno - MeXo
Scotty Petersen - The Unicorn Tavern
Dog Groomer
Fido & Stitch
fidoandstitch.com
North Bark Groomers
Whiskers Resort & Pet Spa
Event Planner
Modern Day Collective
events.moderndaycollective.com
Luxe Events
Valley & Oak Events
Fitness Club/Gym
MVP Sports Clubs
mvpsportsclubs.com
Grand Rapids City Gym
Lunar Cycle
Interior Designer
Delight in Designs
delightindesigns.com
Jean Stoffer Design
- Jean Stoffer
Kathryn Chaplow Interior Design
- Kathryn Chaplow
Law Firm
Warner Norcross + Judd
wnjy.com
Smith Haughey Rice & Roegge
Varnum LLP
Photographer
Elise Coates
elisemariejpg.com
Jake Orr
Phern Cain (The Wild Phern)
Realtor
Kristin Carlson - Keller Williams
behometeamgr.com
Garrett Senters - RE/MAX Lakeshore
Terry Coeling - Coldwell Banker
Salon
Lilith’s Lair
lilithslairgr.com
Raven Mane
Smash Salon
Spa
Woodhouse Day Spa
woodhousespas.com
Ethos Day Spa
Salus Wellness Spa
Tattoo Shop
Sovereign Arms Tattoo Co.
sovereignarmstattoogr.com
Balm Tattooing
Meeting House Tattoo
Vet/Animal Clinic
Family Friends Veterinary Hospital
familyfriendsvet.com
Eastown Veterinary Clinic
Plymouth Road Animal Clinic
Wellness Center
360 Wellness Spa
360wellnessgr.com
Novo Chiropractic
Salus Wellness Spa
Yoga
Funky Buddha Yoga Hothouse
yogahothouse.com
AM Yoga
Kula Yoga
