Congratulations to the Winners of the 2015 Hilly Awards!
On Saturday night, Capitol Hill business owners and neighbors gathered for a celebration of Hill businesses at the 2015 Hilly Awards Gala. Music by Only Lonesome and Word of Mouth A Cappella set a festive mood while we mingled and enjoyed food from some of our favorite local restaurants. Thank you to Sona Creamery,The Argonaut, Toscana Cafe, Capitol Hill Cake Mom, Ciao Chow, DC Vegan, District Taco, and The Sweet Lobby for providing tasty treats for the event!
Winners and top nominees in each category were announced by Ward 6 Councilmember Charles Allen. With 22 categories this year, more businesses than ever were recognized for their contribution to our neighborhood.
The winners and top nominees, listed in alphabetical order, are below. Pictures from the event can be viewed on our Facebook page. Congratulations to the winners and all of the nominees!
Best Restaurant: Rose’s Luxury
- Acqua al 2
- Ambar
- Beuchert’s Saloon
- Montmartre
Best Bar/Tavern: Tunnicliff’s
- Barrel
- Beuchert’s Saloon
- Harold Black
- Tune Inn
- Tunnicliff’s Tavern
Best Coffee Shop: Peregrine
- Bayou Bakery
- Bourbon
- Mia’s Coffeehouse
- Sidamo
Best Bakery: Bayou Bakery
- District Doughnut
- The Pretzel Bakery
- Spring Mill Bread Company
- Sweet Lobby
Best Pet Services: Metro Mutts
- Atlas Vet
- Howl to the Chief
- Saving Grace
- Barkly, formerly known as WEPWO
Best Beauty Service: Michael Anthony Salon
- Randolph Cree Hair Salon
- Skin Beauty Bar
- Soleil 21
- Tammy’s Salon
Best Healthcare Provider: Nishan Halim, DMD
- Capitol Hill Dental Group
- Freed Bodyworks
- Larry Bowers, DDS
- MedStar PromptCare
Best Garden and Landscaping Service: Moody Landscaping
- Redux Garden + Home
- Surroundings
- Thomas Landscaping
Best Contractor: GL Barnhardt Construction
- Dila Home Improvement
- Keil Construction
- LR Mailloux Construction
- Renaissance Development
Best Business for Kids and Family: Labyrinth Puzzles and Games
- The Argonaut
- District Taco
- Music on the Hill
- Ted’s Bulletin
Best Fitness Business: Biker Barre
- Capitol Hill Yoga
- East Side Yoga
- Jade Fitness
- Results The Gym
Best Arts Organization: Capitol Hill Arts Workshop
- Atlas Performing Arts Center
- The Folger
- The Fridge
- The Hill Center
Best Nonprofit: Rural Dog Rescue
- Capitol Hill Community Foundation
- Capitol Hill Group Ministry
- Capitol Hill Village
- The Hill Center at Old Naval Hospital
Best Realtor: Phyllis Jane Young
- Elsa Huxley, Coldwell Banker
- Fulcrum Properties
- Megan Thiel Real Estate
- Joel Nelson, KellerWilliams
Best Financial/Insurance/Legal Service: Phillips Financial Strategies
- Brad Johnson, Johnson Law Group Int’l
- National Capital Bank
- Rick Halberstein, Halberstein and Byrne
- Tim LaCasse, State Farm Insurance
Best Auto Repair: Distad’s Tire and Auto
- 10th Street Auto Repair
- Capitol Hill Auto Service
- Capitol Hill Exxon
- Jerry’s Custom Automotive Center
Best Tech Service: DC Access
- uBreakiFix
- District Technologies
Best Place to Shop – Home: Hill’s Kitchen
- Fragers
- Eastern Market
- Hill’s Kitchen
- Homebody
Best Place to Shop – Garden: Fragers
- Eastern Market
- Ginkgo Gardens
- Hill’s Kitchen
- Surroundings
Best Place to Shop – Food and Beverage: Eastern Market
- Harris Teeter
- Hill’s Kitchen
- Schneider’s of Capitol Hill
- Yes! Organic Market
Best Place to Shop – Clothing: Forecast
- The C.A.T. Walk Boutique
- Clothes Encounters of a Second Kind
- Dawn Price Baby
- The Flea Market at Eastern Market
Best New Business of the Year: The Escape Lounge
- Bayou Bakery
- East Side Yoga
- Maketto
- Barkly, formerly known as WEPWO