Voting Categories for MyFM Quest for the Best
Activities & Entertainment
Activities & Entertainment - Customer Service
Annual Event/Festival Venue
Aquatics Facility/Waterpark
Art Gallery
Independent or part of a museum
Bowling
Any independent or part of a larger establishment that offers regulation bowling
Charity Event Host
Children's Birthday Party Venue
Any venue that hosts children's birthday parties
Concert Venue
Any concert venue
Dance Studio
Any dance studio
Family Attraction
Any attraction with a family focus
Family Fun Center
Any establishment that provides a variety of family activities
Golf Course
Public or private golf course, includes country clubs
Gymnastics
Holiday Experience
Any tour, activity, display regarding holiday events
Hotel/Lodging
Any hotel or motel, local, franchise, or national chain
Live Music Venue
Any venue with live shows, performers, etc.
Place to Volunteer
Nonprofit or non for profit
Wedding DJ/Band
Wedding Transportation
Education
Childcare
Childcare for pre-school and after school care without a structures curriculum or preschool offering early
College/University
Any accredited college or university from associates degrees to doctorates
Education - Customer Service
Pre-School
Preschool offering early enrichment for 2-4 and/or pre-kindergarten
Summer Camp
A camp providing recreational and athletic facilities for children during the summer vacation period
Trade/Technical School
A vocational school, sometimes also called a trade school, career center, or vocational college
Training
Food & Beverage
Bagels
Any restaurant, store, deli or bakery
Bakery
Any restaurant, store, deli or bakery.
Banquet Facility
Bar Food
Pub style restaurant or bar that serves wine, beer and/or spirits
BBQ
Restaurant specializing in bbq
Beer Selection
Any restaurant or bar that serves beer
Breakfast
Any restaurant serving breakfast
Brewery/Brewpub
Brunch
Any restaurant
Burger
Any restaurant
Casual Dining
Catering
Onsite or offsite full service catering (not including rentals)
Chain Restaurant
Any restaurant with multiple locations
Chicken Wings/Tenders
Any restaurant
Chocolatier
Any restaurant or shop that specializes in or sells chocolate made on site
Clam Chowder
Any restuarant serving clam chowder
Cocktail Bar
Any bar serving mixed drinks
Coffee House
Any restaurant or freestanding coffee specialty
Cultural Food
Cultural food includes specific regional or ethnic dishes that help define a culture.
Cupcakes
Any restaurant, store, deli or bakery serving cupcakes
Date Night Spot
Any establishment, show, etc.
Deli
Any restaurant, store, deli or bakery
Dessert
Any restaurant, store, deli, or bakery
Donut
Any restaurant, store, deli or bakery
Farmers Market
Farms
Fast Food
Any restaurant with quick service or drive through
Fine Dining Restaurant
Any restaurant with table linens
Fish and Chips
Food & Beverage - Customer Service
Food Truck
Any portable restaurant where food is cooked onsite
Frozen Treat
Includes ice cream, sherbet, sorbet, frozen yogurt, frozen alcoholic drinks, etc.
Hibachi
Hot Dogs
Any restaurant serving hot dogs
Irish pub/Restaurant
Italian Restaurant
Any restaurant specializing in italian cuisine
Japanese Restaurant
Any restaurant specializing in Japanese cuisine
Juice Bar / Smoothies
Any restaurant, store, deli or bakery serving specialty juices
Lobster Roll
Any restuarant serving lobster rolls
Margaritas
Any restaurant or bar serving margaritas
Mexican Restaurant
Any restaurant specializing in Mexican cuisine
Muffins
Nachos
Any restaurant serving nachos
Outdoor Dining
Any restaurant with a specific area for outdoor dining
Pizza
Restaurant or establishment where pizza is the primary offering
Porketta
Sandwiches
Any restaurant, grocery store, deli where sandwiches are made to order
Seafood Restaurant
Restaurant specializing in seafood
Specialty Cocktails
Any restaurant or bar with a mixologist
Sports Bar
A retail business establishment that serves alcoholic beverages, such as beer, wine, liquor, cocktails with a sports theme
Steak and Cheese
Any restaurant serving Steak and Cheese
Steakhouse
Restaurant that is primarily a steak establishment
Sushi
Any restaurant, grocery store, deli where sushi is made to order
Tacos
Any restaurant serving tacos
Unique Dining Experience
Any dining experience
View
Any restaurant with a view
Wedding Caterer
Wedding Rehearsal Dinner Facility
Wine Selection
Any bar, restaurant, or store with a focus on wine selection by the bottle or glass
Home & Garden
Air Conditioning/HVAC Service
Hvac services that include new equipment, service, and repairs
Appliance Store
A store that sells the newest kitchen appliances
Cabinet Showroom
Carpet & Flooring Cleaner
Carpet and flooring cleaning companies
Carpet & Flooring Store
All floor surfaces and finished, should include sales and installation, can be stand alone or part of a larger store
Construction
Countertops/Granite
Electrician
A person or business who installs and maintains electrical equipment
Equipment Rental
Foundation Repair
Furniture Store/Home Furnishings
Furniture store that can be a stand alone or part of a larger store
Gardening Store/Nursery
Nursery/gardening center that can be stand-alone or part of a larger store
Gutter Cleaning/Installation
Hardscapes
Home & Garden - Customer Service
Home Heating Service
Hot Tubs
Store that focuses on Hot Tub sales or repair
Housekeeping
Housekeeping refers to the management of duties and chores involved in the running of a household, such as cleaning, cooking and home maintenance
Junk Removal
Landscaping
Licensed landscaper including design, build, installation, maintenance
Mattress Store
Any independent or department of a larger store selling mattresses
Outdoor Furniture/Accessories
Painters
Paving/Asphalt/Sealcoat
Pest Control
The regulation or management of a species defined as a pest, a member of the animal kingdom that impacts adversely on human activities
Plumber
A person or business who installs and repairs the pipes and fittings of water supply, sanitation, or heating systems
Pool Builders & Maintenance
Any company offering pool building, maintenance and services
Remodeler/Contractor
Individual or business that change the structure or form or (something, especially a building)
Roofing Company
An individual or business who constructs or repairs roofs
Septic Service
Siding
Solar Energy Provider
Any company offering installation or sales of solor energy system
Tree Removal
Any company offering tree removal
Window Company
Any company offering installation or sales of windows (new or retrofit)
Window Treatments
Any company offering installation or sales of window treatments
Law
Defense Lawyer
Lawyer or Law Firm who specializes in defense law
Divorce Lawyer
Lawyer or Law Firm who specializes in divorce law
Elder Law
Elder law attorneys are advocates for the elderly and their loved ones. Most elder law attorneys handle a wide range of legal matters affecting an older or disabled person, including issues related to health care, long term care planning, guardianship, retirement, Social Security and other concerns.
Estate Law
Lawyer or law firm who specializes in estate, wills and trusts
Law - Customer Service
Law Firm
Lawyer or law firm with general or specific practice of law
Lawyer
Personal Injury Lawyer
Lawyer or law firm who specializes in personal injury law
Real estate law
Lifestyle & Beauty
Alternative Fitness Class/Center
Fitness class or center that specializes in non-traditional workouts
Barbershop
Traditional barbershop
Beauty Salon
An establisment in which makeup, eyelash and other treatments are carried out professionally (excludes strictly just Hair Salons)
Eye Lashes
Facials
Gym
Gym or fitness center
Hair Salon
Hair salon that features cuts, color, styling, comb-out's, etc.
Lifestyle & Beauty - Customer Service
Manicure/Pedicure
Salon that offers manicures & pedicures, can be stand alone or part of a larger establishment
Martial Arts
Massage
Massage therapist or massage establishment
Permanent Makeup
Any company that specializes in permanent makeup techniques
Spa
Establishment offering health and beauty treatments
Waxing
Establishment offering waxing treatments
Medical
Alternative Therapies
Any business, organization, or establishment that focuses on alternative health solutions and therapies (not including cannabis)
Assisted Living/Memory Care
Chiropractor
A practitioner or group focused on the system of integrative medicine based on the diagnosis and manipulative treatment of misalignments or the joints
Cosmetic Dentistry
Individual or medical practice work that improves the appearance (though not necessarily the functionality) of teeth, gums, and/or bite
Dentist
Individual general dentist or dental practice
Hearing Center
Any center offering hearing solutions, including audiologist individual doctors or medical practice/clinics
Hospital
Institution providing medical and surgical treatment and nursing care
Med-Spa
Establishment offering results oriented and corrective medical skin care products and procedures
Medical - Customer Service
Medical Practice
Medical specialty practice or large medical group
Mental Health Counselor
Clinic offering treatment for mental health, illnesses and diseases
Optician
Oral Surgeon
Oral a maxillofacial surgery specializing in treating diseases, injuries and defects in the head, neck, face, jaws and the hard and soft tissues of the oral and maxillofacial region; including wisdom teeth extraction
Orthodontist
A dentist who is qualified to treat irregularities in the teeth and jaws
Physical Therapy
Individual doctor or medical practice/clinic
Residential Care
Sports Medicine/Therapy
Any clinic that specializes in the treatment and prevention of injuries related to sports and exercise.
Surgery Center
Institution providing surgery options
Veterinarian Clinic/Hospital
Individual veterinarian office and/or clinic
Real Estate
Commercial Real Estate Agent
Real estate agent focusing on commercial real estate
Home Inspector
Luxury Apartment Living
Mortgage Lender
Lender offering mortgage services
Property Management Company
Property management of single or multiple unit dwellings, often requiring a real estate license
Real Estate - Customer Service
Real Estate Company
Real estate company with an employing broker
Real Estate Team
A group of individual licensed real estate agents that are a defined team within a real estate company
Residential Realtor
Licensed residential Real Estate Agent serving the Greater Milford area.
Services
Accountant
Individual CPA, accountant or accounting firm providing tax services
Animal Nonprofit
Nonprofit focused on helping animals
Appraiser
A firm whose job is to assess the monetary value of a home or property
Architect
Assembly
Auction
Bank
Bank that is local, regional, or national
Bridal Beauty Services
Civil Engineering
Any engineering firm that specializes in designing, building, supervising, operating, and maintaining construction projects and systems in the public and private sector.
Community Partner
Credit Union
Credit union that is local, regional, or national
Dumpsters
Engineering/Machining
Environmental Cleaning
Estate Sale Services
Event Planner
Event planning company
Florist
Florist that is local to the area
Funeral Home/Services
Funeral homes that provide final arrangements and services
Insurance Agent
Individual insurance agent
Managed IT Services
Manufacturing
Marketing/Advertising Agency
Monuments & Headstones
Moving Companies
Company that provides professional moving for residential or commercial clients
Nonprofit Organization
Any non-profit organization, foundation, service club, etc.; must have a 501(c)(3) status
Office Equipment/Technology
Pet Daycare/Boarding
Pet daycare/boarding for domestic animals, in-home or onsite; can be part of a larger store
Pet Grooming
Pet groomers for domestic animals, in-home or onsite; can be part of a larger store
Pet Training
Photographer
All forms of photography including commercial, weddings, students, etc.
Place to Get Married
Venues that are design and marketed as a wedding location
Place to Work
Any business
Porta Potty
Power Washing
Restoration
Services - Customer Service
Storage
Any business in personal storage units
Tailor/Seamstress
Stand alone store
Tattoo/Piercing Parlor
Any tattoo and/or piercing shop
Wealth Management
Firm offering investment advisory service that combined with other financial services
Wedding Cake
Wedding Decorations
Wedding Photographer/Videographer
Shopping
Antiques
Book Store
Boutique Shop
Small store that sells stylish clothing, jewelry, or other luxury goods
Bridal Shop
Small store that sells clothing specific to the "big" day. includes men's and women's selections
Bullion
Butcher Shop
Candy Store
Cannabis
CBD
Cigar Shop
Collectibles
Consignment/Resale
A store that sells secondhand items (typically clothing and accessories) on behalf of the original owner, who receives a percentage of the selling price.
Custom Jewelry
Engagement Rings and Wedding Bands
Gold, Silver & Rare Coins
Buying and selling of gold and other precious coins and metals
Guns Store
Hardware Store
Jewelry Store
Jewelry store that is stand alone or part of a larger store
Liquor/Wine Store
Music
Pet Store
Any independent or department of a larger store selling items specific to domestic pets
Place to Buy a Unique Gift
Place to Buy a Wedding Gift
Pool Supply Store
Resale
Shopping - Customer Service
Smoke Shop
Thrift Store
A store selling secondhand clothes and other household goods
Tuxedo/Groom's Attire
Women's Clothing Store
Stand alone or part of a larger store
Vehicles & Services
Auto Body Repair
Any auto body repair services, free standing or part of a dealership
Auto Dealership New
Any licensed auto dealership
Auto Dealership Used
Any licensed auto establishment that specializes the sale of pre owned autos
Auto Parts Store
A retail outlet specializing in the selling of parts for automobiles
Auto Service Center
Any auto service center
Detailing
More than just a car wash. Detailing is cleaning and restoring a vehicle to near-new condition, usually done by hand.
Diesel Mechanic/Garage
Express Car Wash
Full Service Car Wash
Inspection
Oil & Lube
Any fast oil and lube establishment, primarily where the driver stays in the vehicle while serviced
Tire Store
Stand alone or part of a larger store selling tires