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18 Worcester Business Journal | January 9, 2017 | wbjournal.com 2017 WBJ Best of Business Employee Benefits Consultant 33 Boston Post Road West, Suite 120 Marlborough, MA 01752 508-278-1736 | informa on@sullivan-benefits.com Thank you to all who made this possible! We are deeply grateful to be recognized as Worcester's 2017 Best of Business Employee Benefits Consultant. Our con nued growth and success is fueled by the trust and support of our clients and partners. We work with execu ves, HR and Finance professionals at mid-sized employers headquartered in Massachuse s. Give us a call in 2017! Naviga on Cost Containment Compliance Support Custom Communica ons Benefits Technology Corporate Wellness Employee Engagement F O C U S B E S T F O O D BEST RESTAURANT FOR BUSINESS LUNCH The Sole Proprietor* Worcester, www.TheSole.com Top executives: Robbin & Madeleine Ahlquist Founded: 1979 Employees: 110 Hospitality and freshness are hallmarks that have made The Sole a Worcester institution, with customers served by two wait staff. Chefs are encouraged to make memorable meals out of the freshest fish, all served in an elegant setting. Notable runners-up: VIA Italian Table, Boynton Restaurant & Spirits, Mezcal Te- quila Cantina, O'Connor's Restaurant & Bar BEST RESTAURANT FOR BUSINESS DINNER 111 Chop House* Worcester, www.111ChopHouse.com Top executives: Robbin & Madeleine Ahlquist Founded: 1999 Employees: 110 Its fourth consecutive year winning this award, 111 strives to offer the big-city steakhouse experience without the big-city prices, using hand-selected steaks and a wine list that has received the "Wine Spec- tator" Award of Excellence. Notable runners-up: deadhorse hill, Ceres Bistro, Bocado Tapas Wine Bar, Willy's Steakhouse Grill & Sushi Bar BEST WORCESTER AFTER-WORK BAR Armsby Abbey* Worcester, www.armsbyabbey.com Top executive: Executive Chef Damian Evangelous Founded: 2008 Employees: 45 The pioneer of craft beer and farm-to- table cuisine in Worcester, Armsby Abbey puts time and effort into all of its services, including sustainably sourcing its menu, intensive staff training and an elaborate beer selection and cocktail program. Notable runners-up: Nicks, Ralph's Rock Diner BEST METROWEST AFTER-WORK BAR Tavern in the Square* Northborough, www.taverninthesquare.com Top executive: CEO Stephen Desousa Founded: 2014 Employees: 75 Tavern in the Square sets itself apart by being more than the typical sports bar and offering a full-service restaurant with a siz- able bar and patio, coupled with a casual atmosphere adapted to fit the Northbor- ough community. Notable runners-up: Not Your Average Joe's, Jack's Abby Craft Lager BEST NORTH COUNTY AFTER-WORK BAR Rye & Thyme American Tavern* Leominster, ryeandthyme.com Top executive: Joshua Longtin, director of operations Founded: 2012 Employees: 30 Rye & Thyme features a raw bar with local shellfish and a signature wood grill used for pizzas, steaks, seafood, chops and burgers. Its beverage program offers American-made spirits, wine and a rotat- ing beer list. Notable runners-up: Slattery's Restaurant, Clinton Bar & Grille The Sole Proprietor Rye & Thyme American Tavern