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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

From left, John Massey, vice president and creative director, and Marc Sklar, president and CEO, of Gian Marco Menswear, an upscale clothing store named Baltimore’s best. (Kim Hairston/Staff)
Owner Jimmy Kim interacts with clients' canines in an outdoor play yard at Wagging Lounge Dog Resort in Columbia. (Brian Krista/Staff)
Charles Hergenroeder is the owner of Woodlea Bakery in Baltimore holds a tray of their homemade strawberry shortcakes. The bakery was named best in Baltimore. (Lloyd Fox/Staff)
Justin Berk was voted Best Meteorologist. (Thomas Walker/Freelance)

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.