Best of El Cerrito 2026
The Best of El Cerrito is a program of the El Cerrito Chamber of Commerce and the Best of City Contests team.
By Supporting Local El Cerrito Businesses, You Ensure that Our Community Thrives.
Now in its fourth year, Best of El Cerrito is presented by the El Cerrito Chamber of Commerce in partnership with the Best of City team. Each year, thousands of community members vote to recognize their favorite local businesses in more than 100 categories. Since its inception, the contest has attracted between 10,000 and 24,000 votes annually, celebrating the businesses that make El Cerrito a great place to live, work, shop, and dine.
Thank you to everyone who participated in this year’s contest! The 2026 winners will be recognized during the annual City of El Cerrito and worldOne July 4th Festival. Stay tuned for details about the upcoming Best of El Cerrito Celebration Party.
Animal Services
Health and Beauty Services
Food & Drink
Lifestyle & Leisure
Retail Stores
Coaching and Therapy
Arts & Culture
Kids, Education and Activities
Household & General Services
Professional Services
Best in Class (One of a Kind)
Previous Contest Categories
The latest news and updates from the winners.
@elcerrito_chamber
Jul 4 Join us at Noon to see who are The Best of El Cerrito! Get a free raffle ticket to win…
Rachel Melby, Little Hill Real Estate (Red Oak Realty)
Aug 5 Attention El Cerrito buyers. Have you been priced out of single-family homes but feel unwilling to compromise on traditional single-family…
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@elcerrito_chamber
Jul 3 🎉 The results are in! 🎉 Join us as we celebrate Our Community's Favorites at the Best of El Cerrito…
Rachel Melby, Little Hill Real Estate (Red Oak Realty)
Aug 3 A modern home that feels apart from it all ✨ 1813 Brentz Lane in San Pablo is just an 8…
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@elcerrito_chamber
Jun 7 There’s only ONE WEEK LEFT to vote in Best of El Cerrito 2026! 🗳️✨ Support your favorite local businesses, restaurants,…
Rachel Melby, Little Hill Real Estate (Red Oak Realty)
Aug 3 Who do you identify with most?
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@elcerrito_chamber
Jun 4 Dropping off posters for some of our Best of El Cerrito nominees. Vote for your favorites until June 16th. Winners…
Rachel Melby, Little Hill Real Estate (Red Oak Realty)
Jul 28 You can't always pinpoint the magic moment. But watching an 11-year-old's face light up when he realized this wasn't just…
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