Welcome to Richmond Magazine’s 2026 Best & Worst Survey!

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All categories apply to the Richmond, Virginia, region. Please vote for locally owned businesses only. National brands are eligible if a franchise is locally owned. Please give only one response per question.

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This survey closes Monday, April 27, 2026, at 11 p.m.

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Category Guide

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News & Personalities: pg. 2
Services
Financial: P. 3
Health: P. 4
Personal Care: P. 5
Pets: P. 6
Auto: P. 7
Education: P. 8
Neighborhoods: P. 9
Recreation
General: P. 12
Sports: P. 13
Culture: P. 14
Travel: P. 15


Shopping
General: P. 10
Clothing & Accessories: P. 11


Food & Drink
General: P. 16
Cuisines: P. 17
Food Shopping: P. 18
Libations: P. 19