Patch is compiling the best of Shaker Heights, Cleveland Heights and Beachwood, and we need your help.

So we want you to tell us where you love to shop, eat, take your kids and which services you can’t live without. We want to know, and so do your neighbors!

Here's how it works: We've compiled 25 categories that run the gamut from restaurants to festivals. You can check out all the businesses in Shaker Heights, Cleveland Heights and Beachwood by searching through our handy (and free) Patch Places business directory in the blue navigation bar above.

Between now and July 9, we want you to nominate your favorites for each of the categories. Remember, we can only accept nominees that are located in Shaker Heights, Cleveland Heights and Beachwood.

We have created an article for each category (best pizza, best hair salon, etc.). To nominate, simply go to that article and tell us the name of the business in the comments!

You must have a free Patch account to comment, so go here to join Patch.

Where do you find the category articles? Right here:

Food and Drink:

• Best Craft Beer
• Best Sushi
• Best Pizza
• Best Cocktail  
• Best Indian Food
• Best Italian Food
• Best Ice Cream
• Best Coffee
• Best Sandwich

Health and Beauty:

• Best Hair Salon
• Best Nail Salon
• Best Workout Spot

Entertainment:

• Best Art Gallery
• Best Festivals
• Best Movie Theater
• Best Playground
• Best Park 
• Best Shopping Area

Home:

• Best Garden Supply Store
• Best Pet Supplies

Kids:

• Best Day Care Center
• Best Children's Clothing Store

Services:

• Best Caterer
• Best Mechanic
• Best Landscaper/Lawn Service

Remember, NOMINATIONS CLOSE JULY 9. Don’t forget to tell your friends on Facebook, Twitter and email.

Let the nominations begin!

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