The Washington Wine Commission seeks to recognize restaurants that exhibit strong support of Washington wines and high professional standards in wine service.

The Washington Wine Commission has enlisted the talent of noted glass artist Jesse Kelly to design a unique glass sculpture for presentation at the awards event on March 26, 2010.

2010 Winners

WASHINGTON WINE RESTAURANT OF THE YEAR

Sun Mountain Lodge

Sommelier of the Year

Eric Zegzula, Anthony, Äôs Richland

Washington Restaurant Association Award

Pearl Bar & Dining

Seattle Business Award

Canlis Restaurant

Best Out-of-State Wine Program

ENO at the Intercontinental Chicago

Most Improved Wine Program

The Marc Restaurant, Marcus Whitman Hotel

Walter Clore Honorarium

Doug Zellers, Washington Athletic Club

Winemakers' Choice

Ray's Boathouse

Best Event Featuring Washington Wine

Taste of Tulalip, Tulalip Bay Resort & Casino

Best Restaurant Group

Schwartz Brothers Restaurants

 

Washington Wine Grand Award:

Restaurants who are considered as the industry leaders in support of the Washington wine industry.

  • Anthony's at Columbia Point
  • Anthony's at the Old Mill
  • Anthony's Hearthfire Grill
  • Anthony's Pier 66
  • Anthony's Restaurants
  • Barking Frog
  • Brix 25 Restaurant
  • Canlis Restaurant
  • Daniel's Broiler Prime Steaks and Chops
  • El Gaucho Bellevue
  • El Gaucho Seattle
  • John Howie Steak
  • Ocean Crest Resort
  • Picazo 7Seventeen Wine Bar & Restaurant
  • Ray's Boathouse, Café & Catering
  • Rovers Restaurant
  • Salty's at Redondo
  • Salty's on Alki Beach
  • Seastar Restaurant & Raw Bar - Bellevue
  • Seastar Restaurant & Raw Bar - Seattle
  • SkyCity at the Needle
  • Sun Mountain Lodge
  • The Grape Adventure
  • The Marc Restaurant
  • The Metropolitan Grill
  • THE RAINIER CLUB
  • The Triple Door
  • Tulalip Bay Exceptional Dining
  • Valley Cafe of Ellensburg
  • Washington Athletic Club
  • Waterfront Seafood Grill
  • Wild Ginger Bellevue
  • Wild Ginger Seattle

 

Washington Wine Award of Distinction:

Restaurants who have shown dedication and commitment to the Washington wine industry.

  • Artisanal Brasserie and Wine Bar
  • Cafe Veloce
  • Chandler's Crabhouse
  • Daily Grill
  • Earth & Ocean
  • Elliott's Oyster House
  • Il Fornaio
  • Ivar's Mukilteo Landing
  • Ivars Salmon House
  • Pearl Bar & Dining
  • Pike Brewing Company
  • Purple Cafe and Wine Bar
  • Sip at the wine bar & restaurant
  • Spazzo Italian Grill & Wine Bar
  • The Capital Grille
  • The Melting Pot of Spokane
  • The Spokane Club
  • Twisted Cork
  • Waterstreet Cafe + Bar
 

Washington Wine Certificate of Recognition:

Restaurants who are building support of the Washington wine industry.

  • Ambrosia Bistro and Wine Bar
  • Bella Italia
  • IL Bistro
  • Ivar's, Acres of Clams
  • LeftBank Wine Bar
  • Masselow's
  • Monsoon
  • Monsoon East
  • Pomegranate Bistro
  • Sante Restaurant & Charcuterie
  • Santiago's Gourmet Mexican Restaurant
  • Sazerac Restaurant
  • Swing Wine Bar
  • Tini Bigs Lounge

AWARDS PUBLICITY

Winners will be recognized in a series of ads published in Seattle and Seattle Business magazines.