Welcome to Best of the Central Coast
We live, shop, eat, and play in beautiful SLO County and we wouldn’t have it any other way. In celebration of our great communities, The Tribune is presenting 2026 Best of the Central Coast. This contest is truly designed to engage the community in celebrating the places, restaurants and local businesses we love.
Best of the Central Coast Promotion
Best of the Central Coast will have strong support from SanLuisObispo.com, BestoftheCentralCoast.com, The Tribune newspaper and social media.
Nominations and voting will be driven by print, digital and social promotions.
• SanLuisObispo.com Digital Display
• The Tribune Newspaper Ads
• Organic Social Media
• Paid Social Media
• Paid Targeted Eblast
• Eblast to SanLuisObispo.com Subscribers
• SanLuisObispo.com Home Page Takeovers
• Ad Network Digital Display
The Tribune will put over $200,000 in marketing support promoting Best of the Central Coast, driving participation and ensuring success for the community and local businesses.
How does it work?
During the nomination period, we invite our audience to nominate outstanding establishments and professionals in SLO County and the surrounding areas. Once our nominations are taken, we
will move them to a ballot for official voting. All nominations and voting will be done online at VoteCentralCoast.com
Request your complimentary asset kit that includes badges ready to be incorporated into your social media posts, website, and emails during the contest to encourage voting and engage your audience!