The results are in! The KG Best of the Best awards have recognized the top businesses and organizations that make King George a thriving community. These outstanding winners have demonstrated excellence in quality service and commitment to their loyal customers.
A heartfelt congratulations to all the winners and finalists who continue to set the standard for business and community success in King George. This level of business recognition would not have been feasible without the residents and customers who submitted over 350 nominations to determine the almost 250 finalists in the 42 categories for the awards. Participants casted nearly 2,750 votes in support of these exceptional businesses.
“We are thrilled to celebrate the businesses and organizations that make King George our home between the rivers,” said Amy Southall, community engagement director. “Their dedication and hard work enrich our community, and we are grateful for the vast participation of our residents in recognizing them.”
Finalists and winners will be honored during the King George Economic Development Authority Annual Business Appreciation Reception in early May.
Attached are the finalists and winners of the top five categories. A complete list of finalists and winners can be found at visitkinggeorge.com/2025kgbestofthebestresults.
If you didn’t see your favorite business listed or want to continue your support of an organization, be on the lookout for the 2026 KG Best of the Best Awards.
LIST OF FINALISTS & WINNERS
350 nominations & 2,750 votes
1. BEST OVERALL
- Backporch Vineyard
- Elite Clean Pressure Wash
- Four Elements Electric
GARDENING GAYS FARM (WINNER)
- Lala’s Fuzion
- Machodoc Creek Marina & Café
- R.K. Payne Heating & Air
- Taste of Himalaya
- Topside Federal Credit Union
- Uncle Dave’s Jr.
- Westbrooke Home
2. BEST CUSTOMER SERVICE
CHICK-FIL-A (WINNER)
- Gardening Gays Farm
- Lala’s Fuzion
- Machodoc Creek Marina & Café
- Mary’s Cakery & Candy Kitchen
- Minter’s Towing & Repair
- R.K. Payne Heating & Air
- Topside Federal Credit Union
3. BEST FAMILY-OWNED
- Carroll’s Automotive
- Elite Clean Pressure Wash
- Gali’s Café
GARDENING GAYS FARM (WINNER)
- King’s Pizza & Italian Restaurant
- Lala’s Fuzion
- Machodoc Creek Marina & Café
- Minter’s Towing & Repair
- Uncle Dave’s Jr.
4. BEST NEW BUSINESS
- Catfish Kelly’s
- Chick-fil-A
- Creekside Farm Brewery
- Elite Clean Pressure Wash
- Lala’s Fuzion
TASTE OF HIMALAYA (WINNER)
5. BEST SMALL BUSINESS
- Elite Clean Pressure Wash
- Gali’s Café
- Lala’s Fuzion
- Machodoc Creek Marina & Café
MARY’S CAKERY & CANDY KITCHEN (WINNER)
- Pelion Gym
- Topside Federal Credit Union
- Uncle Dave’s Jr.