Best of Virginia Winners

Agee’s Bicycle Company first opened its doors in 1910 and is one of the oldest bicycle companies in the nation. Known for its customer service, this family-owned business has been voted the “Best Bicycle Shop in Richmond” on numerous occasions and named to the national Top 100 Bicycle dealer list many times.

Richmond’s first strip shopping center, Carytown is a diverse collection of around 230 small businesses, including retail shopping, restaurants, services, health care, and everything in-between. This eclectic mixture of unique shops draws locals and visitors alike for window shopping, brunch with friends, and picking out the perfect gift.

Built to be an open-air lifestyle and entertainment experience, Short Pump Town Center has more than 140 shops, restaurants, and entertainment options, many of which are exclusive to the market. The pedestrian-friendly design of the shopping mall features lush landscaping, heated pavilions, beautiful fountains, intimate seating areas, and a feature fireplace.

Located in the heart of Richmond’s Carytown, Chop Suey is a staple of Central Virginia bookselling. Although currently closed to the public due to the ongoing pandemic, the store offers online ordering and convenient curbside pickup services and looks forward to reopening its doors again soon. Until then, readers can tune into the shop’s weekly virtual book clubs.

Clementine has offered contemporary and designer fashion on consignment to the Richmond area for 18 years. Selecting every item by hand for quality and style, the staff is dedicated to offering customers a curated collection of unique clothes, shoes, and accessories. Both in-store and online, you will find something fresh and unexpected every time.

Coleman Brothers Flowers has been family-owned and operated since 1971, offering seasonal arrangements for birthdays, anniversaries, new babies, weddings, and every occasion in between. Same-day delivery is available in the Richmond area, as are delivery services to nearby hospitals, funeral homes, nursing homes, and wedding venues, to ensure your sweet-smelling sentiments arrive efficiently.

The pros at Green Top love the outdoors as much as their customers and equip sporting enthusiasts of all levels with the proper gear they need for a memorable season. Green Top offers quality equipment and apparel for hunting, fishing, boating, and more. They even launched the Green Top Outdoors Podcast this year.

Levys was founded in Charlottesville in the 1920s and opened in Richmond’s Libbie & Grove neighborhood in 1991. A third-generation family business, the store strives to bring accessible fashion to the Richmond area and help customers find the right clothing for their lifestyle, with options ranging from casual looks to special occasion getups.

Schwarzschild Jewelers was founded in the 1890s when the city of Richmond served as a hub for four major railroads. A watchmaking business was born, crafting timepieces essential for railroad workers to keep trains on time. Since then, Schwarzschild has evolved into a full-service jeweler, offering extensive on-site customer services including jewelry and watch repair, custom designs, and appraisals.

Opened in 1953, Saxon Shoes is now one of the largest independent shoe stores in the United States. The team at Saxon Shoes aims to provide footwear for any occasion, any gender, and all ages. Whether you want trendy, traditional, casual, or formal footwear, this shoe store has you covered.

Founder Franco Ambrogi has earned a reputation as one of Richmond’s finest tailors, known for his expertise, craftsmanship, and friendly disposition. This men’s clothing store provides customers with personalized attention as well as a vast array of menswear brands, including sartorial business clothing, modern sportswear, outerwear, shoes, and more.

West End Antiques Mall has consistently been voted Richmond’s best vintage retailer. Thanks to its more than 250 vendor booths, ever-changing inventory, and 53,000 square feet of shopping space, customers will find new treasures every visit. With styles including Mid Century Modern, Virginia Colonial, Industrial, and Rustic, West End has pieces for all antiquers.