Best of Long Beach 2013 Nominations: Food and Drink • Long Beach Post News

For many (including those right here at the Post), the gastronomical goodness of the world is its best feature. Food and drink do more than nourish our bodies; they connect us socially and make our neurons dance. And Long Beach is home to unique spots to get down and grub.

Read over the categories below and give us the answer as to who you think is the best. Like us on Facebook and simply click on the category to vote. For those of you without a Facebook, leave your nomination in the comment section below.

Best Breakfast

They say it’s the most important meal of the day and yet, not everyone can get it done right. Who masterfully makes your morning stomach happiest?

Best Dessert Spot

For the sweet tooth in everyone, where the is one spot that you can’t resist?

Best Cambodian Restaurant

Though not often recognized, Long Beach’s Cambodia Town is flush with authentic Cambodian cuisine that will undoubtedly transport you. Who is the best?

Best Authentic Taco

Culinary gurus say the best food is the simplest—and the taco, in all its simplistic glory, is a staple in any Southern Californian’s diet. Who does it the best?

Best Dive Bar

So we admit: it’s hard to find a bar that ISN’T a dive bar—but that’s why we love our city. Which seedy joint is your favorite to cheers to?

Best Barista

Our coffee culture is booming and along with it, the men and women who craft our caffeinated fixes are artists in and of themselves. Who is the best barista in town?

All voting for the Long Beach Post’s Best Of Long Beach 2013 will be done through our Facebook page. To nominate or vote for a person or business for any of the categories, click on the category title above to be automatically directed to the respective Facebook poll. There, you will be able to vote on the options that have already been submitted or add your own to the list!

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