First off, we apologize on the tardiness of this post. We didn't even realize it was 2018 until we looked at a calendar and saw it was almost Valentines Day. Such is life.

Over the course of 2017, we crowd-sourced the Everett people to find who was the best of the best. Best Thai? We've got that. Best Fitness Spot? We got that too. To help jog your memory, here is a rundown of all of 2017's hard-earned winners, voted on by you: the lovely Live in Everett community.

January: Best Fitness Spot, Columbia Athletic Club

From what we can tell, these guys know how to workout with all the bells and whistles. They offer a variety of different fitness options, including a 25 yard pool and well-kept tennis courts. Stay a while and get a massage after a heavy workout, or grab a bite to eat in their cafe.

505 128th St SE
Everett, WA 98208

February: best sweet spot, The New Mexicans

In case you didn't guess, we're kind of fans of theirs. Not only do they serve up some awesome cinnamon rolls, but they have a great dessert menu filled with strawberry shortcake, fresh pies, and German chocolate cake (just to name a few).

1416 Hewitt Ave.
Everett, WA 98201

March: BEST TERIYAKI JOINt, Oishi Teriyaki

2030 Broadway
Everett, WA 98201

April: Best Breakfast SPOT, The Totem Diner

4410 Rucker Ave.
Everett, WA 98201

May: Best Mexican Food // El Paraiso

A downtown staple, El Paraiso is consistently delicious. When you walk in the front door, there's a sweet lady that makes hot and fresh tortilla's. They also have Crazy Mondays in the bar: $1 tacos and beer!

2801 Colby Ave.
Everett, WA 98201

June: Best sandwich shop // Red Rock Subs

Everett loves this place a lot, as seen by the 100+ votes cast by Everett's loyal following. With a grandiose menu boasting of hot and cold sandwiches, you can't really go wrong with any choice on their menu.

3514 Broadway
Everett, WA 98201

July: best bbQ spot, j&L BBQ

As long as it's slathered with BBQ sauce and accompanied by a good slaw, anything can be BBQ, right?

2915 Colby Ave
Everett, WA 98201

August: Friendliest staff, narrative coffee

Pop-up gone brick-and-mortar shop strikes again in their 2nd EVVY Award!

2927 Wetmore Ave
Everett, WA 98201

September: Best Nail Salon, The Glitterbox Nail Studio

7612 Beverly Blvd
Everett, WA

October: Best Thai restaurant, bhu ping thai

This place in Live is Everett's personal favorite, so we are so thrilled that the community loves 'em too. Swanky seating, great service, and killer food that leaves you wanting more. Next time you're in, try the crab wontons with pineapple sauce. You won't be disappointed.

6600 Evergreen Way
Everett, WA 98203

November: Best Chinese Restaurant, Terracotta Red

One of Everett's nicer restaurants, Terracotta Red is one of Live in Everett's favorite places to go for delicious Asian cuisine. Not too long ago we did a video about 'em, and we were not disappointed.

2820 Hewitt Ave.
Everett, WA 98201

That's all folks! Remeber to vote every month when the new category is announced!

Speaking of voting, vote now for Everett's Best Real Estate Office!

Live in Everett is a blog boasting about all the good things happening in Everett, WA. Whether it's promoting local events or trying out the newest restaurant, LIEv's crazy team of locals is passionate about letting everyone know one simple mantra: Good Things Happen Here.