Welcome to Best on the Shoreline

recognizing the BEST people, places and businesses along the Connecticut Shoreline!

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The nominations have been tallied - this year, over 16,000 nominations were cast during the first round of the contest.

The top 5 nomination getters in each category have moved on to the voting phase. Voting is open May 15 - June 5 (at 11:59 p.m.).

After voting closes we will announce the top 3 finalists in each category and celebrate the winners at an invitation-only event and in a special edition of Fall on the Shoreline publishing on September 22.

2022 Contest Dates

Nominations open: March 13 - April 3 (at 11:59 p.m.)

Voting open: May 15 - June 5 (at 11:59 p.m.)

Winner announcement: September 22 in Fall on the Shoreline

How to cast your votes:

1. Choose a category [i.e.: Food & Dining]
2. Select a subcategory [i.e.: Brunch]
3. Click "vote" next to the entry you wish you vote for (then complete the registration form - you will only need to complete this form when you cast your first vote).

Users can vote for their favorites once per day per category during this round!