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Benzie County is home to a thriving community of nonprofit organizations, family-run legacies, a variety of unique retailers and restaurants and a great community of people.
Businesses are where we work, where we shop, where we get our health concerns treated and where we treat ourselves with a delicious meal or a new vehicle.
The Benzie community is fortunate that we have so many local businesses that have earned our trust, loyalty and continued support. There is a lot to like about the shops, restaurants and service providers that call Benzie County their home.
That’s why the Record Patriot, and our dedicated readers, recognize local businesses through the Readers’ Choice Awards. This is our chance to spotlight our favorites!
Every year we ask readers to help us identify the best of the best. Today, in this magazine, you will learn about this year’s winners. Use this magazine throughout the year when you are considering big projects –like landscaping or getting a new roof – and when you are making smaller decisions, like where you want to go for dinner. Grab a second copy and share that one with your family and friends.
Help us spread the word about all the excellent shopping and dining
opportunities there are in Benzie County. Who knows, maybe they open their own shop here and earn their own Readers’ Choice Award.
The Record Patriot wants to offer a big THANK YOU to our readers for your participation. Without your help, this magazine would not be possible. To all the winners and finalists, on behalf of the Record Patriot and its readers, we thank you and congratulate you on being recognized for your excellence.





We hope you enjoy the 2025 Readers’ Choice Awards!
Danette Doyle General ManagerHNP MI Print Advertising
Michelle Fedder Editor, Benzie County Record Patriot























































Five Shores Brewing: Jess Davenport


Bella’s Cafe

Lake Ann Corner Cone


East Shore Market








Sheri Kyle Rosa



Keep on Grinding Co ee House


Century 21: Kari King



Benzie County Republicans
Webber Insurance: Sue Webber












































































































State Savings Bank



Frankfort Community Federal Credit Union Jowett Family Funeral Homes



Webber Insurance








Webber Insurance: Sue Webber Benzie Friends Resale & Consignment


Rose DuFrane






Red Oak Ranch Photography: Hannah Jane Crystal Lake Cooperative Preschool




































































































Honor & Onekama Building
Supply: Doug & Mary Rodriguez
























































































































Famroots Classic Interiors and Design Tractor Supply Co.
Interlochen Blooms









































































