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Baltimore Sun Releases 2025 Best of Baltimore Readers’ Choice Winners

More than 47,000 ballots cast this spring spotlight local businesses across six categories for exceptional service in Baltimore neighborhoods

Overview

  • Woodlea Bakery was voted Baltimore’s best bakery for its 83-year tradition of handcrafted breads, cakes and doughnuts.
  • Gian Marco Menswear earned top honors as the region’s leading men’s clothing boutique, noted for its European fabrics and bespoke tailoring.
  • Wagging Lounge Dog Resort topped the pet care and grooming category with its luxury suites, enrichment programs and community-driven service.
  • Costello’s Ace Hardware was named the area’s best hardware store, praised for its hands-on customer support and charitable contributions.
  • Justin Berk was selected as the best meteorologist for his multichannel weather reporting and outreach through online platforms.