There is a lot to celebrate about Scotch Plains and Fanwood: great family-friendly activities and great local businesses.

But who do you think is the best? 

Help 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 nominee gets the most votes will be named the Readers' Choice winner.

Entertainment

• Movie Theater
• Place to Hike/Walk
• Place to Cool Off

Food & Drink

• Bagels
• Romantic Restaurant
• Burgers
• Bakery
• Bars
• Frozen Treat/Ice Cream
• Exotic Restaurant
• Pizza
• Italian Eatery/Restaurant

Health & Beauty

• Nail Salon

Kids/Family

• Daycare/Pre-School

Shopping

• Gift Shop
• Garden Center/Florist

Services

• Pet Groomer