2009 Winners

The results are IN! We verified more than 45,000 votes to determine this year's winners. The 101 winners competed with more than 1,500 nominees to be named the BEST of Houston A-List. Check out the BEST of Houston A-List to discover something new.

45,143 Total Votes
24,744 Voters
1,507 Nominees
101 Winners

Kellogg Furniture, Shopping, Furniture, 2303-B Dunlavy Houston TX 77006

Weddings by Debbie, Weddings, Wedding Dresses, 2244 Hwy 6 Houston TX 77077

La Mode Lingerie, Fashion, Lingerie, 2015 W Gray St Houston TX 77019

Sushi King, Great Meals Restaurants, Sushi, 3401 Kirby Dr Houston TX 77098

Oporto Food and Wine Bar, Great Meals Restaurants, Tapas, 3833 Richmond Ave Houston TX 77046

Vanity Salon, Beauty, Hair Salon, Hair Color, 5791 San Felipe Houston, Texas 77057

Denis' Seafood House, Great Meals Restaurants, Seafood, 9777 Katy Fwy Houston TX 77024

Evans, Shopping, Musical Instruments, 6240 Westheimer Rd Houston TX 77057

The Grove, Great Meals Restaurants, New American, 1611 Lamar St Houston TX 77010

A. Taghi, Fashion, Men's Shoes, 5116 Westheimer Rd Houston TX 77056

Arts and Entertainment Back to Top

BEST Art Gallery: Bayou City Art Festival
BEST Live Comedy: ComedySportz-Houston
BEST Museum: Houston Museum of Natural Science

BEST Indie Theater: Landmark Riveroaks 3
BEST Theater: Miller Outdoor Theatre
BEST Theatre Group: Theatre Under the Stars

Beauty Back to Top

BEST Manicure and Pedicure: Avalon Nail
BEST Day Spa: Dolce Vita
BEST Tanning: Eclipse Sunless Tanning
BEST Facial: Houston Skin Clinic

BEST Waxing: Just Wax It
BEST Massage: Serenity Now
BEST Hair Color: Touch of Red
BEST Hair Salon: Venus Hair

Cheap Eats Back to Top

BEST Burger: Becks Prime
BEST Burrito: Freebirds World Burrito
BEST Barbecue: Goode Company BBQ
BEST Delicatessen: Kenny and Ziggy's

BEST Sandwich Shop: Potbelly
BEST Pizza: Star Pizza
BEST Breakfast: The Breakfast Klub

Fashion Back to Top

BEST Men's Shoes: A. Taghi
BEST Women's Boutique: BB1 Classic
BEST Women's Shoes: Brucettes
BEST Women's Accessories: Charming Charlie

BEST Designer Jewelry: Houston Jewelry
BEST Men's Clothing: Male Uwear
BEST Lingerie: The Bra Specialist - CLOSED
BEST Vintage and Resale: Wear it Again Sam - CLOSED

Great Meals Back to Top

BEST Cajun/Creole: Abe's Cajun Market
BEST Brunch: Brennan's of Houston
BEST Seafood: Dantons
BEST Vegetarian: Hobbit Cafe
BEST Wine List: Ibiza Food & Wine Bar
BEST Indian: Indika
BEST Chinese (tie): Yao Restaurant and Bar, Jenni's Noodle House
BEST French: Le Mistral Restaurant
BEST Vietnamese: Les Givral's Kahve
BEST Romantic Restaurant: Mark's American Cuisine

BEST New American: Max's Wine Dive
BEST Italian: Mezzanotte Ristorante
BEST Tapas: Mi Luna
BEST Healthy Dining: My Fit Foods
BEST Thai: Nit Noi
BEST Mexican: Pappasitos
BEST Sushi: Sky Bar Steak & Sushi - Galveston
BEST Steakhouse: Taste of Texas Restaurant
BEST Mediterranean: Turquoise Grill

Health and Fitness Back to Top

BEST Martial Arts: Blue Tiger Martial Arts
BEST Yoga Studio: Devanand Yoga Center
BEST Running Gear: Finish Line Sports
BEST Golf Shop: Golf Etc
BEST Dance Studio: Hope Stone Studio

BEST Gym: Memorial Athletic Club
BEST Sports Activites and Clubs: Sports Monkey
BEST Bike Shop: Third Coast Bikes - CLOSED
BEST Pilates Studio: Washington Ave Pilates

Nightlife Back to Top

BEST Trendy Bar: Bronx Bar
BEST Beer Selection: Flying Saucer Draught Emporium
BEST Sports Bar: Lucky's Pub
BEST Irish Pub: McGonigels Mucky Duck
BEST Dance Club: Numbers
BEST Bowling: Palace Bowling Lanes
BEST Neighborhood Bar: Poison Girl

BEST Jazz Club: Red Cat Jazz Cafe
BEST Pool Hall: Slick Willie's
BEST Gay and Lesbian Bar: South Beach
BEST Wine Bar: The Corkscrew
BEST College Bar: The Gingerman
BEST Live Music Venue: The Meridian

Shopping Back to Top

BEST Gift Shop: Collecto-Mania
BEST Housewares: Custom Plumbing & Hardware
BEST Florist: Flowers By Nino
BEST Camera Shop: Houston Camera Exchange
BEST Antiques: Joyce Horn Antiques
BEST Bookstore: Katy Budget Books

BEST Furniture: Kellogg Furniture
BEST Pet Supplies: Natural Pawz
BEST Musical Instruments: Percussion Center
BEST Cigar Shop: Richmond Avenue Cigar
BEST Children's Gifts: tulips & tutus

Specialty Food and Drink Back to Top

BEST Ice Cream Shop: Amy's Ice Creams
BEST Gourmet Grocery: Central Market
BEST Bakery: Flying Saucer Pie Company

BEST Wine Shop: Spec's
BEST Coffee Shop: The Coffee Groundz
BEST Tea House: The Path of Tea

Weddings Back to Top

BEST Caterer: Behind the Bash Catering & Events
BEST Venue: Briscoe Manor
BEST Cakes: Cakes by Gina
BEST Photographer (tie): Christine Meeker Studios, Ladd Photography
BEST Invitations: Event House
BEST Flowers: Events In Bloom

BEST Limousine: Gulf Coast Limousine
BEST Wedding Planner: Karen for Your Memories
BEST Videographer: SAM's Digital Productions
BEST Music: Scott Graham, Piano
BEST Rings: Shaftel Diamond Co.
BEST Wedding Dresses: Weddings by Debbie

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