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www.FredericksburgParent.NET 25 Think of this Family Favorites section as the speed dial within the section. You'll find every service provider for various walks of life from restaurants and coffee shops to auto dealerships and car repair, home improvement and real estate, and care for the soul and the pets. Below are your 2026 Businesses and Service Family Favorites winners. Businesses & Services SPECIALTY FOOD SHOP FAMILY-FRIENDLY RESTAURANT WINNER: El Patron We believe in giving back and suppor ng the people and culture around us. We are commi ed to using only the freshest, highest- quality ingredients in every dish and drink we serve, ensuring excep onal flavors and sa sfac on. TOP PICKS • Basilico Italian Market and New York Deli • Mellow Mushroom • El Pino Mexican Restaurant COFFEE SHOP WINNER: Agora Downtown Coffee Shop Agora Downtown is a coffee shop, bakery, bookshop, and retail space full of products made by local ar sans, lovingly owned by two sisters who are also moms! TOP PICKS • Black Rifle Coffee • Hyperion Expresso • Anita's Cafe and Dessert Bar • Aggogato Europa Cafe WINNER: Cool Cat Cupcakes Proudly baking allergy friendly and vegan cup- cakes. Come visit us at 1000 Charles St in downtown Fredericksburg; order online at coolcatcupcakes.com TOP PICKS: • Battlefield Country Store • Blue Cow Ice Cream Company • Carl's Frozen Custard • Kickshaw's Gluten-Free Bakery FAVORITES 2026 FredParents' family HOUSE OF WORSHIP WINNER: St. Mary's Catholic Church Just as Jesus welcomes every person with open arms, we at St. Mary welcome the presence and involvement of all of our members – whether they are long me members, new families, or just recently returning to the Church. Each person has a unique contribu on to make and we welcome you! We invite you to Join St. Mary. TOP PICKS • St. Patrick Catholic School • St. George's Episcopal Church • Fredericksburg United Methodist Church • Lifepoint Church