One of the most fun (and most talked-about!) things we do at Life in Naperville is our weekly “Best of Naperville” polls—and if you’ve ever voted, nominated, or proudly shared a win for your favorite local spot, thank you for being part of it!
These polls are all about celebrating the places that make Naperville such an amazing place to live, eat, shop, and explore—as voted on by YOU, the community.
How the “Best of Naperville” Polls Work
We follow the same simple, three-step process every week so everyone has a chance to participate:
🗓️ Monday – Nominations Open
Each Monday, we post a new category and ask the community to nominate their favorite local spots. This is your chance to shout out the businesses you love and support.
🗳️ Wednesday – Voting Begins
On Wednesday of the following week, we take the top 5 most-nominated businesses and put them into a public poll. This is where the friendly competition really heats up!
🎉 Friday – Winner Announced
By the next Friday, the votes are in—and we announce the official winner, who earns bragging rights as a Best of Naperville pick.
Then we rinse, repeat, and start all over again the following Monday with a brand-new category.
Why Participate?
✔️ Support local businesses
✔️ Discover new favorites around town
✔️ Have a voice in what makes Naperville great
✔️ Be part of a growing local community—both online and in real life
Whether you’re nominating, voting, or cheering from the sidelines, every interaction helps spotlight the businesses that make our city special.
🏆 2025 Best of Naperville Winners
Here are the 2025 winners, as chosen by the Life in Naperville community:
🍕 Best Pizza: Pizza Fiammé
☕ Best Coffee: Nature’s Best
💕 Best Date Night Spot: Meson Sabika
🍫 Best Sweet Spot: Le Chocolat Du Bouchard
🌿 Best Outdoor Escape: Naperville Riverwalk
🎉 Best Family Fun: Ball Factory
🍹 Best Happy Hour: Fat Rosie’s Taco & Tequila Bar
🍔 Best Burger: Jackson Ave Pub
😌 Best Chill Spot: Naperville Riverwalk
🥗 Best Healthy Eats: Nature’s Best Café
🎶 Best Local Entertainment: Frankie’s Blue Room
🥞 Best Brunch: First Watch
💪 Best Gym or Fitness Studio: Fort Hill Activity Center
🧘 Best Spa or Self-Care: Annica Float Club
🍣 Best Sushi: Shinto Japanese Steakhouse & Sushi Lounge
Congratulations to all the winners—and thank you to everyone who nominated and voted!
Want to Get Involved?
New nominations open every Monday, so keep an eye on the Life in Naperville Facebook group, and make sure you’re subscribed to the newsletter so you never miss a chance to participate.
This community is just getting started, and we can’t wait to see who takes the next “Best of Naperville” title! 🎉
