The Bellevue Downtown Association has launched its online ballot for residents to pick “The Best of downtown Bellevue.” Voting for the 2011 Haute Picks is available here.

This is the 10th year for the “best of” contest that invites fans of Downtown Bellevue to select their favorites across 20 categories.

“Downtown Bellevue restaurants and retailers are recognized time and again for providing extraordinary experiences and stellar service” said Jennifer Fischer, Vice President of Sales and Marketing for the Bellevue Downtown Association. “The Haute Picks contest is a fun and engaging way for customers to vote in and award their favorites.”

Online ballots must be completed by Friday, April 1 and only one ballot per person will be counted. Winners will be announced in the summer issue of Bellevue Downtown magazine and at the Bellevue Downtown Association’s Breakfast Meeting on April 26.

Here are the categories:

Best Casual Business Meeting Spot

Best Place for Sushi

Best Cocktail (Drink and Place)

Best Power Lunch

Best Coffee House

Best Retail Boutique

Best Happy Hour

Best Romantic Dinner

Best Lunch Under $10

Best Seafood Restaurant

Best Place for a First Date

Best Steakhouse

Best Place for a Haircut

Best Sweet Tooth Fix

Best Place for a Mani/Pedi

Best Uniquely Downtown Bellevue Experience

Best Place for a Massage

Best Wine List

Best Place to See and Be Seen

Best Workout Spot

Established in 1974, the Bellevue Downtown Association is a nonprofit, membership organization charged with leading the continuing evolution of Downtown Bellevue as the economic and cultural heart of the Eastside.