The cream of the crop of Austin and Honolulu's local businesses have been spotlighted on Yelp's esteemed Top 100 Local Businesses list, with nine establishments from the cities making the cut. This accolade honors those who not only bring skill to the table in sectors such as auto repair and pet care, but also those who "shape community identities, fuel economies" and play pivotal roles in their locales.

According to KXAN, from the automotive scene, Dentworks has managed to not only fix cars but also to fix their spot on the list, boasting a five-star rating from 187 views on Yelp. Take Heart, the home decor business, claims a 4.7-star standing with customers on Yelp deeply admiring their east Austin boutique's curated selection. For those looking to spruce up their homes, Hart's Steam Cleaning in Leander shines with a 4.9-star rating while Paws on Chicon cleans up in pet care, scoring an equivalent 4.9 on Yelp.

Shifting to island vibes, Honolulu has shown to be more than just surf and sun, with five businesses proving to be a hit on Yelp's list. Detailed in a report by bizjournals.com, Island Dog Obedience leads the pack for pet enthusiasts, alongside the mechanical might of Mike's AC & Auto Repair. Add a dash of sweetness with Sugar Bar, reel in Ry's Poke Shack in Kahuku, and power through with Parado Power to round off the island's top local standouts.

Yelp's selection process was fairly by-the-book; to qualify, businesses had to be independently owned and operated, have no more than three locations, and were evaluated based on volume and ratings of reviews. Highlighting the community's reliance on these local gems, Yelp underscored that searches for "local business" surged 124% this past March compared to last year. With local support going strongly, these businesses are more than just local favorites—they're now part of a national conversation celebrating the heart of America's entrepreneurial spirit.