2025 Reader Favorites Nominations

The OutLife757 2025 Reader Favorites Nominations are Open!
It's the time of year when we recognize the best of our community. Nominate your favorites through April 15. Results will be announced in June online and in OutLife757 Magazine.

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Best of Food and Drink
Best of Food & Drink

Best Local Chef

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Best New Restaurant

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Best Restaurant on a Budget

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Best Restaurant for a Splurge

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Best Pizza

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Best International Cuisine

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Best Burger

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Best Brunch

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Best Seafood

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Best Vegan/Vegetarian Fare

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Best Craft Cocktails

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Best Wine Selection

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Best Craft Brewery

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Best Bloody Mary

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Best Coffee Shop

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Best Outdoor Dining

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Best Happy Hour

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Best of Nightlife
Best of Nightlife

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Best Allied Bar

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Best Drag Queen

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Best Drag Show

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Best Transgender Performer

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Best Bartender

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Best Local DJ

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Best of Local Arts and Entertainment
Best of Local Arts and Entertainment

Best Dance Company

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Best Theater Company

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Best Place for Live Music

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Best Local Singer or Band

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Best Karaoke

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Best Visual Artist

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Best Local Festival

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Best Regional Pride Celebration (outside of Hampton Roads)

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Best of Our People
Best of Community

LGBTQ Community Hero

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Best Ally

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Best Local Elected Official

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Best Educator

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Best Local Author

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Best Local Businessperson

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Best Real Estate Agent

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Best Medical Provider

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Best Hair Stylist

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Best Veterinarian

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Best Attorney

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Best Local Spiritual Leader

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Best Local Radio Personality

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Best TV Personality

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Best Athlete

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Best Social Influencer

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Most Committed LGBTQ Activist

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Best Overall Community Leader (35 and up)

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Best Emerging Young Leader (35 and under)

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Best of Our Community
Best of Our Community

Best LGBTQ Non Profit Organization

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Best LGBTQ Social Group

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Best LGBTQ Support Group

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Best High School Gay-Straight Alliance

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Best University/College LGBTQ Organization

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Best LGBTQ-Owned Business

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Best LGBTQ-Friendly Business

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Best LGBTQ Affirmative Employer

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Best House of Worship

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Best LGBTQ Media

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Best of Recreation and Leisure

Best Place to Workout

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Best Athletic/Sports Group

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Best Place for Boating

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Best Place to Camp

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Best Beach

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Best Biking Trail

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Best Scenic Drive

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Best Public Park

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Best Place To Take the Kids

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Best Place To Take Out Of Town Guests

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Best Reason to Brave Traffic To The Peninsula

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Best Reason to Brave Traffic To The Southside

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Best Day Trip

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Best Long Weekend Destination

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