See Who's Nominated For Biz Of The Year In Barnegat, Manahawkin

BARNEGAT, NJ - The coronavirus pandemic has presented many challenges to local businesses. But many in Barnegat and Manahawkin, went above and beyond to serve their customers.

When Patch asked Barnegat and Manahawkin to nominate their favorite for Business of the Year, we received several responses. From restaurants to salons, Barnegat and Manahawkin love small businesses that contribute to the community.

Below are some of the nominations from around town, along with comments from those who nominated them.

Big Barlow's BBQ & Catering
21 S Main St Ste 6, Barnegat, NJ 08005
"Barlow’s made hundreds of meals and delivered to local hospitals, EMS, etc."- Jim McDermott, customer

Happy Habits
657 E Bay Ave, Manahawkin, NJ 08050
"Shauna and her team offer outstanding customer service during this crazy time." - Debbie Wexler, customer

Lefty’s Tavern
547 N Main St, Barnegat, NJ 08005
"The care and concern that they have shown for their customers and staff on an everyday basis and especially through this pandemic." - Mary Beth Zavada, customer

Brunch Spot
290 N Main St, Barnegat, NJ 08005
"When things are tough with this pandemic, [the owner Debbie] is worried about her customers supplying meals for elderly people that will be alone for Thanksgiving." - John McClory, customer

Susie’s Hair Salon
21 S Main St Ste 2, Barnegat, NJ 08005
"Susie, the owner always goes above and beyond for all of her customers." - Patricia Gowen, customer

Bella’s Cafe
689 E Bay Ave, Barnegat, NJ 08005
"Bella's has never wavered in the quality of service, the delicious food served and commitment to bringing entertainment to our little town." - Carolyne Morris, customer

Do you have a favorite business you would like to nominate? As a Patch reader, you can nominate a Local Business of the Year.

Please tell us the name of the business, where it is located, why it deserves to be recognized and what specific actions have earned your allegiance. Please be as specific as possible, as your comments may be included in a Patch feature article about the local business.

You can nominate any local business you feel should be recognized. That includes retail stores, restaurants, hardware shops, dry cleaners, plumbers, car mechanics, salons and more. You can even nominate the business you work for if you feel they've gone above and beyond in helping their employees through this uncharted time.

Patch will feature nominated businesses in December. Please submit your nomination by Dec. 10.

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