Opinion

Fairfax is home to plenty of outdoor patios and restaurants to enjoy the scenery this spring and summer.

Here are the nominees for “Best Outdoor Dining in Fairfax” as part of our new FFXnow Readers’ Choice Awards. See your favorite restaurant below? If not, write them in!

Voting will close in two weeks. Be sure to cast your vote before 9 a.m. Friday, May 23!

Ice cream shops and other dessert destinations across Fairfax offer a sweet treat and some relief from the heat.

Here are the nominees for “Best Ice Cream and Dessert Shop in Fairfax” as part of our new FFXnow Readers’ Choice Awards. See your favorite shop below? If not, write them in!

Voting will close in two weeks. Be sure to cast your vote before 9 a.m. Friday, May 16.

Voting for the Best Garden Center in Fairfax is still taking place. Be sure to cast your vote before voting closes next Friday at 9 a.m.

Two weeks ago, we voted on The Best Outdoor Recreation in Fairfax. The results are now official:

1. Washington & Old Dominion Trail
2. Burke Lake Park
3. Great Falls Park

Spring is in full bloom around Fairfax. Searching for native shrubs, lawn decorations or a new potted plant to spruce up your outdoor space? There are several garden centers in Fairfax County, and some of them also offer landscaping services.

Here are the nominees for “Best Garden Center in Fairfax” as part of our new FFXnow Readers’ Choice Awards. See your favorite center below? If not, write them in!

Voting will close in two weeks. Be sure to cast your vote before 9 a.m. Friday, May 9.

Voting for the Best Outdoor Recreation in Fairfax is still taking place. Be sure to cast your vote before voting closes next Friday at 9 a.m.

Two weeks ago, we voted on the Best Food Truck in Fairfax. The results are now official:

1. What the Schnitzel
2. Turkish Kabob
3. Bunnyman Brewing

Fairfax is home to dozens of trails and parks accompanied by lush greenery, vibrant wildlife, waterside views and even waterfalls! Do you have a favorite local spot for walking, hiking or biking?

Here are the nominees for “Best Outdoor Recreation in Fairfax” as part of our new FFXnow Readers’ Choice Awards. See your favorite outdoor spot below? If not, write them in!

Voting will close in two weeks. Be sure to cast your vote before 9 a.m. Friday, May 2.

Voting for the Best Food Truck in Fairfax is still taking place. Be sure to cast your vote before voting closes next Friday at 9 a.m.

Two weeks ago, we voted on the Best Pizza Place in Fairfax. The results are now official:

1. Wiseguy Pizza
2. Paisano’s Pizza
3. Pupatella

Pepperoni, Hawaiian, veggie lovers and more — whatever your pizza order, there’s no shortage of shops in Fairfax County to get your fix.

Here are the nominees for “Best Pizza Place in Fairfax” as part of our inaugural FFXnow Readers’ Choice Awards. See your favorite pizzeria below? If not, you can write them in!

Voting will close in two weeks. Be sure to cast your vote before 9 a.m. Friday, April 18.