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Who’s the best in the Bay Area? Vote now!
Choose the winners across food, beauty, entertainment and more. Vote now through May 5.
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Repeat winners covet Best of Bay Area accolades
In sports and entertainment, a hall of fame nod can take a lifetime to achieve. Repeat winners of SFGATE’s Best of the Bay Area, now in its second year, did it in two.
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Celebrating first-time winners throughout the Bay Area
If the 2025 SFGATE Best of Bay Area winners are any indication of readers’ priorities, this year saw an emphasis on health and home improvement. First-time winners ranged from a fitness center to a home contractor with honorees spanning the Bay…
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Bay Area residents turn out to support local businesses
The final tally from the second annual SFGATE Best of Bay Area confirms that Bay Area residents far and wide avidly support their local businesses with a total of 630 businesses on the ballot, including finalists and winners representing the entire…
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Best of Bay Area Past Winners
From arts & entertainment to dining and more, see who won in the first annual Best of Bay Area readers' poll.
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SFGATE’s new “Best Of” initiative helps local consumers and businesses find each other easily
We’re now expanding our mission by introducing "Best of Bay Area".
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Food & Drink
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The best all-around restaurants in the Bay Area
Reserve one of the best tables in the Bay.
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The best distilleries in the Bay Area
Visit these distilleries for liquor and learning.
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The best bars in the Bay Area
All the best bars for beer, wine and cocktails.
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The best breweries in the Bay Area
Find a new local taproom to enjoy microbrews and more.
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The best Chinese food in the Bay Area
Chinese cuisine options for all occasions.
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The best coffee shops in the Bay Area
Because life is better with coffee.
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The best bakeries in the Bay Area
A cookie a day keeps the bad vibes away.
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A guide to non-alcoholic bars in the Bay Area
Zero-proof sophistication is the new way to play.
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The best Mexican food in the Bay Area
The best tacos and burritos for your spiciest cravings.
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The best pizza in the Bay Area
The best spots in the Bay for the pizza-obsessed.
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The best Burmese food in the Bay Area
Sour, salty or spicy? Why choose.
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The best wineries in the Bay Area
Quality wine makes bad days good and good days great.
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The best seafood restaurants in the Bay Area
The Bay’s top destinations for fish, oysters and more.
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The best steakhouses in the Bay Area
A rare list done well.
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The best tasting rooms in the Bay Area
These wine tasting experiences won our readers’ hearts.
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The best wineries in the Bay Area
Quality wine makes bad days good and good days great.
Cannabis
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The best cannabis dispensaries in the Bay Area
Shop and lounge at these local dispensaries.
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A guide to cannabis dispensaries near Chico
These storefronts offer pick-up or delivery; the choice is yours.
Guide
A guide to weed delivery companies in SF
Where there's weed, there's delivery, so you can roll easily.
Guide
Highly rated cannabis dispensaries near Fresno
All the pot shops nearby for your weed needs.
Curator's Pick
The best cannabis dispensaries in Ventura County
Cannabis dispensaries blazing a path to the #1 spot.
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The best cannabis dispensaries on the Peninsula
We weeded through the noise to bring you only the good stuff.
Entertainment & Leisure
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The best museums in the Bay Area
These museums exhibit excellence.
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A local guide to science museums in the SF Bay Area
Dive into the fascinating world of science and exploration at these local museums.
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A local guide to history museums in the SF Bay Area
Visit these museums and take a stroll through yesteryear.
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The best family activities in the Bay Area
The best ways to have fun in the Bay for kids of all ages.
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The best hotels in the Bay Area
The best Fog City hotels for visitors or your next staycation.
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The best venues & event spaces in the Bay Area
Celebrate life’s big moments at these winning Bay Area venues.
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The best music venues in the Bay Area
For the times when you rock-n-roll all night.
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The best wedding venues in the Bay Area
Say “I do” at these top Bay Area wedding venues.
Kids & Education
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The best daycares in the Bay Area
Find the best caregivers in the Bay for your babies.
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The best early childhood programs in the Bay Area
The Bay’s top early childhood programs.
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The best K-8 private schools in the Bay Area
Private schools where your child receives an A+ education.
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The best learning centers and tutors in the Bay Area
Finding the right tutor may be the confidence boost your scholar needs.
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The best after school programs in the Bay Area
Kids learn and play at these Bay Area after-school programs.
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The best private high schools in the Bay Area
Take note — these are the best private high schools nearby.
Curator's Pick
The best private high schools near Santa Clara
Top-rated high schools near Santa Clara for college prep and more.
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The best summer camps in the Bay Area
The best kids deserve the best summer camps.
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The best summer camps near Santa Clara county
Santa Clara summer camps for all ages and interests.
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The best funeral homes in the Bay Area
Reputable funeral homes for life’s hardest moments.
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The best cemeteries in the Bay Area
Exceptional final resting places where you can pay your respects and honor their memory.
Health & Beauty
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The best dentists in the Bay Area
Choose the best SF dentist for your oral health and smile goals.
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The best dermatology offices in the Bay Area
Skin doctors who help you feel and look your best.
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The best med spas in the Bay Area
Find the perfect skin clinic for your next glow-up.
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The best therapeutic massages in the Bay Area
Therapeutic massages to soothe your muscles and mind.
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The best orthopedic centers in the Bay Area
The best Bay Area orthopedics, no bones about it.
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The best spas in the Bay Area
Making your self-care session the best it can be.
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The best pain management clinics in the Bay Area
Don’t let chronic pain or injury keep you down.
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The best cosmetic dentists in the Bay Area
Visit a local cosmetic dentist and smile pretty.
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The best cosmetic/plastic surgeons in the Bay Area
Top Bay Area plastic surgeons for your next cosmetic procedure.
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The best BOTOX centers in the Bay Area
Bay Area BOTOX providers leave you fresh-faced.
Home Services
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The best electricians in the Bay Area
The best electricians on the local circuit.
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The best pest control companies in the Bay Area
The Bay’s best pros for when bug spray won’t cut it.
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The best HVAC companies in the Bay Area
Your perfect shortlist of Bay Area HVAC contractors.
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The best window installation and repair companies in the Bay Area
Call these pros when doors and windows are being a “pane.”
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The best home contractors in the Bay Area
Make your home an expression of who you are.
Curator's Pick
The best bathroom remodeling companies in Reno, NV
For when it's time to give your bathroom a makeover.
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The best bathroom remodeling companies in Sacramento
Make your tub—or shower—your happy place.
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The best ADU builders in the Bay Area
Because multi-generational living arrangements are definitely a thing.
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The best roofing and siding companies in the Bay Area
Strength your home can count on during coastal storms.
Guide
Top-rated appliance repair companies in the Bay Area
Call these pros with your dishwasher's on the fritz.
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The best moving companies in the Bay Area
These movers handle your items with care.
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The best moving companies in the North Bay
Simplify your move with these top-rated movers.
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A guide to stairlift companies in the Bay Area
Regain mobility with a stair lift for your home.
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The best flooring stores in the Bay Area
Visit these stores for quality floors.
Curator's Pick
The best plumbers near Oakland
East Bay plumbers to help out with repairs, maintenance, and more.
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The best plumbers near San Mateo
The best plumbing pros for your plumbing woes.
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The best solar power companies in the Bay Area
Going green could mean more green in your pocket.
Legal
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The best attorneys in the Bay Area
Find the best attorney for your legal circumstances.
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The best family attorneys in the Bay Area
The best family lawyers for family challenges you can’t resolve alone.
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The best estate planning attorneys in the Bay Area
Put your trust in these esteemed estate planning attorneys.
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The best workers' compensation lawyers in the Bay Area
Lawyers who fight for your rightful compensation.
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The best immigration attorneys in the Bay Area
Legal support for immigration visas, naturalization and more.
Professional Services
Curator's Pick
The best auto repair shops in the East Bay
Trusted car repair shops to get you back on the road.
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The best auto repair shops in San Francisco
Top mechanics for smog checks, transmissions and more.
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The best insurance agents in the Bay Area
Top insurance agents help you protect what matters most.
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The best Bay Area real estate agents
A good realtor is the key to a smooth transaction.
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The best credit unions in the Bay Area
Reap the benefits of credit union membership.
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The best regional banks in the Bay Area
Discover the benefits of regional banks nearest you.
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The best national banks in the Bay Area
Top picks for when you want big bank benefits.
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The best financial advisors in the Bay Area
Expert financial advisors help your money work for you.
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The best financial planners in the Bay Area
You’re never too young to start retirement planning.
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The best property management companies in the Bay Area
Great property managers keep your passive income passive.
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The best vet hospitals near San Francisco
The best SF vet hospitals for your pet's care.
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The best real estate brokers in the Bay Area
Real estate firms for when you need to buy, sell or rent.
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The best Bay Area real estate agents
A good realtor is the key to a smooth transaction.
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The best interior designers in the Bay Area
Let a great Bay Area interior designer upgrade your living space.
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The best vet hospitals near San Francisco
The best SF vet hospitals for your pet's care.
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The best vet clinics in the Bay Area
Choose your animal hospital before there’s an emergency.
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The best veterinarians in the Bay Area
Don’t wait for an emergency to find the best Bay Area vet.
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The best vet hospitals in the East Bay
Discover the East Bay’s top-rated vets for your pet's health.
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The best vet hospitals near San Francisco
The best SF vet hospitals for your pet's care.
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The best pet boarding near San Francisco
All the best spots for doggy daycare and overnight pet boarding.
Curator's Pick
The best pet boarding in the East Bay
Top East Bay pet hotels so you and your dog can enjoy a vacation.
Retail & Shopping
Guide
A guide to hot tub stores in the North Bay
Relax in your new hot tub and let the good times soak in.
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The best countertop retailers in the Bay Area
Customize your countertop at tile stores, granite shops and more.
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The best furniture stores in the Bay Area
Find the perfect pieces for comfort and style.
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The best mattress stores in the Bay Area
The best spots for mattress shopping nearby.
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The best auto dealers in the Bay Area
A trusted dealership can make all the difference.
Guide
Highly rated ski rentals in South Lake Tahoe
All your mountain-ready gear in one stop.
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The best wineries in the Bay Area
Quality wine makes bad days good and good days great.
Senior Living
Curator's Pick
The best assisted living near Napa
Napa’s best communities for your aging loved ones.
Curator's Pick
The best assisted living near San Francisco
Discover the best senior living near SF for your family.
Wine
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The Best Cabernet Sauvignon Under $30
Standout cab sauvs for $30 or less.
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A guide to local Napa limousine services for wine tours
Travel in style with these Napa limousine services.
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The best tasting rooms in the Bay Area
These wine tasting experiences won our readers’ hearts.
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The best wineries in the Bay Area
Quality wine makes bad days good and good days great.
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Discover Austin's best.
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Discover the Best of Connecticut, Best Restaurants and more.
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Discover the Top Dispensaries from coast to coast.
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Midland, TX
Discover Midland, TX's best.
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Discover Midland, MI's best.
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Discover the Best of the Capital Region.
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Discover Manistee's best.
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Discover Big Rapids' best.
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The top dispensaries in Lower Manhattan
These NYC dispensaries spark joy.
