There is a lot to celebrate about Back Bay: great local businesses and great family-friendly activities. 

But who do you think is the best? 

Help Back Bay Patch determine the best of the best by voting for your favorites in each one of the categories below. Click on the links under each category and vote in the poll attached to each article.

Cast your vote by August 17 and help us decide who's best. Whichever business gets the most votes will be named the Readers' Choice winner.

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Food & Drink

Best Pizza
Best Burger
Best Coffee

Best Place for a Drink
Best Bartender
Best Family Restaurant
Best Seafood

Best Asian Restaurant
Best Italian Restaurant
Best Outdoor Dining

Entertainment

Best Place for a First Date
Best Place to go Dancing
Best Music Bar/Venue

Shopping

Best Bargain Shopping
Best Kids Store
Best Bookstore
Best Pet Shop

Services

Best Dry Cleaners

Health and Beauty
Best Workout Spot
Best Nail Salon