The nomination period closed on Monday, July 9 at 11:59 EST. Thanks for sending us your choices. On July 23, come back to vote on which nominee is the best. 

If it's near and dear to your heart, Caldwells Patch wants to know — tell us about the area's best chicken and barbecue place.

Nominate your favorite place in the comments below. Once you do, Patch will officially add them to the running for best of the best — and later this summer, they may beat out the competition to become the number one Readers' Choice.

We will take nominations through July 9; voting begins July 23.

Food and drink

Best Burger

Best Romantic Restaurant

Best Diner

Best French Fries

Best Pub/Bar

Best Coffee

Best Chinese

Best Steakhouse

Best Bakery

Best Sandwich

Best Supermarket

Services

Best Pediatrician

Best Dentist

Best Bartender

Best Barber

Best Dry Cleaners

Best Mechanic

Best Nail Salon

Best Gift Shop

Best Car Wash

Best Hair Salon

Best Gym

Best Nursery School