And the Winners Are ...
testtestFor 15 years, we’ve asked you, our readers, to weigh in on your favorite things here in Chesapeake Country and determine the Best of the Bay.
By no means a scientific study, Best of the Bay is more a reflection of your passions. In some cases the ballots reflected a sense of teamwork, as with the shops of Maryland Avenue, of which more than a few took Best of honors. For others, it was a passionate campaign, as with Mike’s Bar & Crab House, whose fans awarded it multiple honors. For still others, it was a matter of loyalty, as with Zü Coffee, whose customers again returned the cafe to the ranks of Best of winners. And for some, like the town of North Beach, it was civic pride.
Some categories have multiple winners, as your votes came to a draw.
As much a story as the winners was the race itself, so for the first time we're including the full list of vote-getters, awarding Runners Up and Honorable Mention.
| The Best of the Bay is a chance for our readers to have their say, but with the results in, we wanted to give the winners a chance to have their say, too. You’ll see the write-ups for the winners who chose to advertise within these pages. We hope you find them as enjoyable to read as we did. |
Mike’s Bar & CrabhouseBest Crab Cake Family-owned and located in Riva, Maryland, Mike’s Bar & Crabhouse has been a part the community for over half a century. As one of the few remaining Maryland-style crab houses, Mike’s continues to offer crabs in the traditional Maryland fashion, on brown paper, with bowls of spice and vinegar. Our restaurant also offers a full menu of choices, including, but not limited to, steaks, burgers, seafood and, of course, our delicious crab cakes. We have plenty of seating and a tiki bar outside on the deck overlooking the water. Our indoor bar can seat over 90 people and has over 16 widescreen televisions available to watch almost any sport. Upstairs, we have a recently renovated private banquet room available for meetings and parties. We offer complimentary docking for our customers. 3030 Riva Rd., Riva, 410-956-2784, www.mikescrabhouse.com |
The Town of North BeachBest Bay Beach
301-855-6681, www.northbeachmd.org, www.ci.north-beach.md.us |
Zü CoffeeBest Bakery, Kate’s at Zu Our baker, Kate, is primarily responsible for the bakery award. Fabulous stuff and very innovative. Her fresh peach muffins and scones in peach are … oohh! Right now, she’s doing cranberry scones, coconut-citrus macaroons and the usual blueberry muffins and scones. Her cookies are killer, too. We love the butterscotch 934 Bay Ridge Rd., Annapolis, 410-990-0731, www.zucoffee.com |
McGarvey’s Saloon & Oyster BarBest Oysters Mike Ashford opened McGarvey’s in 1975, back when downtown was a rundown, unappealing place to eat, shop or drink. It was a risk that everyone told him would never succeed. Turns out, he knew what he was doing. To this day, McGarvey’s is still a thriving, immensely popular Annapolis institution of class and character, cherished and enjoyed by three generations of Annapolitans and Marylanders. It’s the kind of place you got your first job, had your first legal drink, met the love of your life, celebrated the important milestones and accomplishments or just stop by to enjoy the company of friends, family and good food when you needed to relax and recharge — and it still is today! 8 Market Space, Annapolis,
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The Main IngredientBest Business Lunch Main Ingredient specializes in making your life even sweeter. Our passion for creativity, originality and freshness is infused in everything we create. As the premier caterer, café and bakery in the Annapolis area, you can trust us to provide you with a truly delicious experience. 914 Bay Ridge Rd., Annapolis
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Niland & Company JewelersBest Jeweler Niland & Company Jewelers offers unique one-of-a-kind, custom, antique, estate and contemporary jewelry. We also provide expert repair, stone cutting and recutting as well as diamond sourcing. Niland & Company is the exclusive representative of Kajs, a line of organically inspired jewelry created on premises by Karin Karlsson. The jewelry available at Niland & Company is not something you will find at a mall store or jewelry store that specializes in designer jewelry. We concentrate on creating beautiful jewelry that rises above adornment to art. 79 Maryland Ave., Annapolis
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Honey’s HarvestBest Deli Honey’s Harvest super-friendly and helpful staff provides caring service for each and every visitor seven days a week, year round. From Sommelier Dan’s extensive, value-oriented wine and beer selections to Chef Tom’s freshly baked breads and gluten-free sandwich rolls, guests savor their favorite breakfast and lunch specials daily in an old-world atmosphere. Honey’s newest specialty, freshly baked homemade Italian bread pizza offers an artisan meal for a phenomenal deal, every Friday for lunch and dinner. 7150 Lake Shore Dr., Rose Haven, 410-257-7757, honeysharvest.com |
Annapolis Yacht SalesBest Boat Dealer After 59 years in business, Annapolis Yacht Sales is now in the hands of its fifth set of owners as of November 1, 2012, and we all look forward to another 59 years of great customer service, happy customers and many more new and used boats sold and serviced. We see the market is beginning to heat back up again, and there has never been a better time to get your family into boating. Please call us today to let us help you fulfill your boating dreams. 7350 Edgewood Rd., Annapolis
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Rocco’s PizzeriaBest Pizza Rocco’s Pizzeria has been locally owned and operated in Annapolis by the Gargano family for over 38 years. The hand-rolled dough and traditional sauce prepared fresh daily have earned the title of Best Pizza in Annapolis for seven consecutive years. Upon visiting the pizzeria, you will notice the authentic deck ovens, which are another essential ingredient in making a true New York-style pizza. The Gargano family would like to thank you, the readers of Bay Weekly, for your continued support and loyalty. 954 Bay Ridge Rd., Annapolis
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Annapolis Seafood Market Best Fish Market
We’re delighted but not surprised Bay Weekly readers voted Annapolis Seafood Best Seafood. 1300 Forest Dr., Annapolis, 410-269-5380
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Catherine’s Skin Care & Day SpaBest Aesthetician • Best Facial As a spa-goer, I had noticed a lack of attention to specialization in the day spa industry, and when I became a licensed aesthetician, I saw that many spa owners or managers did not have aesthetic or bodywork backgrounds. Because their focus is on hair or nails, sometimes the aesthetician or massage therapist does not have the tools to provide the optimal service or product to their clients. 1616 Forest Dr., Suite 4, Annapolis, 410-267-0083, www.catherinespa.net |
Mike’s Crabhouse NorthBest New Restaurant of 2012 Newly opened in May of 2012, Mike’s Crabhouse North is located on Rock Creek in Pasadena, and shares its dock with White Rocks Marina. Mike’s North takes its roots from its parent restaurant, Mike’s Bar & Crabhouse in Riva. Mike’s North offers steamed crabs the Maryland way — on brown paper, with bowls of spice and vinegar. In addition, our restaurant offers steaks, burgers, seafood and our delicious crab cakes. Mike’s North offers indoor and outdoor seating, as well as an indoor bar and a large outdoor tiki bar. Like Mike’s, we offer complimentary docking for our customers coming in by water. 1402 Colony Road, Pasadena
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Magnolia ShoppeBest Place to Buy Last-Minute Gifts We are a retail boutique offering home furnishing/accents and personal fashion accessories. It is our goal to offer unique pieces that are not likely to be found in other local shops, and our selection of merchandise allows patrons to express their taste and style affordably. 2 West Friendship Rd., Friendship, 410-257-7510 |
Bayside ToyotaBest Car Dealer The staff at Bayside Toyota is committed to the community in which we work and live. From the annual sponsorship of the Kiwanis Kids for Christmas, to the United Way Day of caring, the St Leonard VFD annual concert series, the Teacher of The Year car that we provide and the numerous Youth Leagues that we sponsor every year. 1200 Solomons Island Rd., Prince Frederick, 410-535-1500, www.baysidetoyota.com |
Meadow Hill WellnessBest Acupuncture Rated the Best Acupuncturists in Annapolis, Meadow Hill Wellness offers a team of licensed professionals to provide solutions for your health-care needs. Our practitioners are credentialed through major insurance carriers and successfully treat a wide array of complaints, including pain, anxiety and depression, infertility and weight loss. We are a results-oriented center bridging the gap between ancient and modern medicines. Our patients enjoy a convenient location and parking as well as extended hours. 50 Old Solomon Island Rd., Suite C, Annapolis, 410-263-0411, meadowhillwellness.com |
Jing Ying Institute of Kung Fu and Tai ChiBest Martial Arts Studio Jing Ying opened in the Year of the Dragon, 2000, and is a hidden dragon of Anne Arundel County. It’s off the beaten path but well worth the effort to find. Ranked as one of the top kung fu and tai chi schools in the nation, we offer an extensive program that is unmatched in the area. 1195 Baltimore-Annapolis Blvd. No. 6, Arnold, 410-431-5200, www.JingYing.org |
Sisters’ CornerBest Gift Shop Sisters’Corner is a charming gift shop in quaint North Beach, owned and operated by sisters Kathy Brookes and Carol Koenig. The store is open year-round and always has something new to see. The merchandise is quite varied, including women’s accessories and jewelry and plenty of beach-inspired home decor and souvenirs. Items by American artists Laurel Burch and Jim Shore are popular with collectors. Tucked in a corner is a sisters’ corner of sister-themed trinkets, gifts and more. Always tempting is a selection of foods such as McCutcheon’s Fine Food Products, preserves, salsas, fruit butters, pickles and the best-selling pickled beet balls. 8905 Chesapeake Ave., North Beach, 410-286-0074, www.sisterscornergifts.com |
Shades of the BayBest Eyewear Store We have the largest selection of sunglasses and sandals in the mid-Atlantic. For us, customer service means selling you the best pair of sunglasses for your needs — not the most expensive pair we can. We want you to love how you look when you walk out our door. Try on a pair of our sunglasses and walk outside to look through the lenses — you can't do that in the mall. It’s like test-driving your sunglasses. 136 Main St., Annapolis
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Second Wind ConsignmentsBest Consignment Store If you were to ask what sets up apart from other consignment ships, I would tell you what we hear from our customers: 655 Deale Rd., Deale, 410-867-0480, SecondWindConsignments.com |
Homestead GardensBest Gardening Store A visit to Homestead Gardens is not just another shopping trip — it's an experience. 743 West Central Ave., Davidsonville, 410-798-5000
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Echoes and AccentsBest Furniture Store From classic to contemporary to whimsical home furnishings, accents, lamps, rugs, and jewelry, Echoes and Accents recycles in a unique and elegant way. What sets us apart is that we change our showroom floor daily, as new and exciting items arrive. We even maintain a wish list if you are looking for something that we don’t have, and we call you when we get the item. 224 Chinquapin Round Rd., Annapolis, 410-280-8800, www.echoesandaccents.com |
South Arundel Veterinary HospitalBest Veterinarian As the area’s first veterinary hospital, South Arundel is proud of its long history. Since 1966, we have been committed to educating our clients and involving them in their pet’s health care. We believe routine wellness visits will help us keep your pet healthy and happy to a comfortable old age. The long-term bonds we make with clients are evident in our reputation and our active Facebook page. 85 W. Central Ave., Edgewater, 410-956-PETS (7387), www.southarundelvet.com |
ARTS & CULTURE
Annual Event
Winner
Maryland Renaissance Festival
Runner Up
SPCA Walk for the Animals
Honorable Mention
Bay Harvest Fest
Calvert Celtic Fest
Caregiver Wellness Day
Silopana
Handel’s Messiah, USNA
Greek Festival
Slaughter on the Water Annapolis-Eastport Tug of War
Solomons Christmas Walk
Annmarie Lights in the Garden
Annapolis Opera
Boat Shows
Book Fair
Bay Blues Concert
Christmas Carrolling
Christmas
USNA Halloween Concert
Hospice Gala
Arts Alive
Irish Fest
PRAD
Annapolis Art Walk
Art Gallery
Winner
Annapolis Collection Gallery
Runner Up
Artworks@7th
Honorable Mention
Aurora
McBride Gallery
CalvArt
Mitchell Gallery/St. Johns
Main Street Gallery
Carmen’s
North End
Museum of Fine Art
Whitehall Gallery
Annmarie Garden
Band
Winner
Pressing Strings
Runners Up
David Glasek
The Rovers
Seldom Scene
Sweet Leda
Honorable Mention
Yesterday’s Child
The Customers
Metropolitan
John Luskey
The Harbor Cats
Subtle Hustle
Wye Oak
The Dirty Names
String Theory
Rockfish
The Jokers
Cover Band
Winner
Pressing Strings
Honorable Mention
Mixed Business
Electric Brigade
Special Special
Subtle Hustle
The Customers
The Reagan Years
Red Right Return
Mama’s Black Sheep
American Standard
Gallery
Winner
St. Johns Mitchell Gallery
Runner Up
Annmarie Garden
Honorable Mention
Aurora Gallery
Maryland Federation of Art
McBride Gallery
Live Music Venue
Winner
Ram’s Head
Runners Up
The Whiskey
Maryland Hall
Honorable Mention
Calvert Marine Museum
Downs Park
USNA
USNA Glee Club
City Dock
Mango’s
Stan & Joe’s
Pier Six
9:30 Club
Local Author
Winner
Marcia Talley
Honorable Mention
Ginger Doyel
Marlin Fitzwater
Craig Symonds
Myra Gowen
Tom Clancy
Brad Cogar
Laura Oliver
Andy Wittner
Kate Leatherman
Lynn Franklin
Local Musician
Winner
Doug Segree
Honorable Mention
Peterbilt
Todd Bauchspies
Deanna Dove
John Luskey
Rob Levitt
Mike McHenry
Wye Oak
Pressing Strings
Erin Green
Sin Club
Museum
Winner
Calvert Marine Museum
Runners Up
Bayside History
U.S Naval Academy
Honorable Mention
Baneker-Douglass
Annapolis Maritime
Galesville Museum
Paca House
Outdoor Concert Venue
Winner
Quiet Waters Park
Runner Up
Calvert Marine Museum
Wolftrap
Merriweather Post Pavilion
Honorable Mention
St. Leonard
AACo. Fair
Downs Park
St. Marys
Silopana
Performing Arts Center
Winner
Maryland Hall for the Creative Arts
Runners Up
Zü Coffee (Monthly Poetry Night)
Honorable Mention
USNA
Creative Alliance
Annmarie Garden
Chesapeake Arts Center
Mary Harrison Center
Place to See Public Art
Winner
Annmarie Garden
Honorable Mention
Quiet Waters
Maryland Hall
Lawyer’s Mall
Walters Art Gallery
Professional Theater Company
Winner
Bay Theatre Company
Runner Up
Compass Rose
Honorable Mention
Annapolis Summer Garden Theatre
Colonial Players
Twin Beach Players
Arena Stage
Theater Venue
Winner
Bowtie Harbour Center
Runners Up
Annapolis Summer Garden Theatre
Colonial Players
Honorable Mention
Twin Beach Players
Shakespeare Theatre
Theatrical Production
Winner
Avenue Q, Annapolis Summer Gargen Theatre
Honorable Mention
Frankenstein, TBP
Compass Rose
EATING OUT
Asian Food
Winner
Lemongrass
Runners Up
Joss
Ziki
Honorable Mention
Jack’s Fortune
Nano
Hong Kong Buffet
Viet Thai
Umai
Nova
Courth of Shanghai
Happy Dragon
Tsunami
East Cafe
China Garden
Carlson’s
Beijing
Pei Wei
M Thai
P.F. Chang’s
Easy Thai
Bagel Shop
Winner
Naval Bagels
Runner Up
Bagesls And …
Honorable Mention
Zü Coffee
My Favorite Muffin
Panera
Dunkin Donuts
Einstein Bros.
Bagels to Go
Bakery
Winner
Zü Coffee (Kate’s at Zü)
Honorable Mention
Panera
Sweet Sue’s
Carlson’s
Great Harvest
Blondie’s
Annette’s Cakery
Freedom Bakery
Cakes & Confections
Giant
Vaccaro’s
Amish Market
Dunkin Donuts
Fresh Market
Main Ingredient
Sweethearts
Bang-for-Your-Buck Restaurant
Winner
Punk’s Backard Grill
Runners Up
Mike’s Bar & Crabhouse
Grump’s
Zü Coffee
Honorable Mention
Applebee’s
Old Country Buffet
Osteria 177
El Toro Bravo
Lemongrass
Chick and Ruth’s
Chop House
Philly Flash
Mexico
Adam’s
Barbecue
Winner
Adam’s the Place for Ribs
Runners Up
Bayside Bull
Red, Hot & Blue
Honorable Mention
Honey’s Harvest
Mission BBQ
Memphis BBQ
Dickey’s
My own
Open Pit
Pit Boys
Breakfast Spot
Winner
Grump’s
Runner Up
Miss Shirley’s
Honorable Mention
Chick and Ruth’s
The Main Ingredient
Zü Coffee
Eggselence (Boatyard)
I-Hop
The Breakfast Shoppe
Metropolitan
Back Porch Cafe/Ken’s Creative
Eastport Deli
Happy Harbor
Cookies (Pasadena)
Double T
South County Cafe
Trader’s
Lotus Kitchen
Blondie’s
Silver Diner
49 West
Burger
Winner
Five Guys
Runners Up
Fudrucker’s
Grump’s
Honorable Mention
Cheeburger Cheeburger
Davis’s Pub
Mike’s Bar & Crabhouse
Galway Bay
Mango’s
Boatyard Bar & Grill
Chesapeake Grill & Deli
Punk’s
Neptune’s
Ebb Tide
Burger King
McDonald’s
Greene Turtle
Castle Bay
Business Lunch
Winner
The Main Ingredient
Honorable Mention
Killarney House
Lure’s
Greene Turtle
Level
Osteria
Mike’s Bar & Crabhouse
Brio
Harry Browne’s
Olde Bay Tavern
Cafe
Winner
Zü Coffee
Honorable Mention
Kahve
Chic and Ruth’s
Panera
CD Cafe
Starbuck’s
49 West
Dunkin Donuts
Sweet Sue’s
A Cook’s Cafe
Backyard BBQ
Cravings
Wild Orchid
Metro Diner
The Main Ingredient
Catering
Winners
The Main Ingredient
Ken’s Creative Kitchen (Ken Upton)
Runners Up
A Cook’s Cafe
Herrington on the Bay
Whitman’s Catering
Honorable Mention
Catering by the Bay
Hardesty Haven
Roundz
Julie St. Clair
Too Blessed 2B Stressed
Maryland Country Catering
Panera
Zü Coffee
Palatte Pleasers
Chain Restaurant
Winner
Chick Fil-A
Runner Up
Chipotle
Honorable Mention
Red Robin
Gordon Biersch
Wawa
Miss Shirley’s
Bonefish Grill
California Pizza Kitchen
Arby’s
Olive Garden
Macaroni Grill
Chart House
Memphis BBQ
McDonald’s
Outback
Bob Evans
Sonic
Noodles
Kilwins
Squisito
Cheese Shop
Winner
The Big Cheese
Runner Up
Whole Foods
Honorable Mention
Fresh Market
The Gourmet Store
Tasting
Jack’s
Roland’s
Coffeehouse
Winner
Zü Coffee
Honorable Mention
Starbuck’s
City Dock Coffee
Kahve
49 West
Sweet Sue’s
Cafe Pronto
Crab Cake
Winners
Mike’s Bar & Crabhouse
Edgewater Restaurant
Runners Up
Dock Street
Stoney’s
Honorable Mention
Jerry’s Place
Ken’s Back Porch Cafe
Boatyard Bar & Grill
Cantler’s
G&M
Davis’s Pub
Ruddy Duck
Park Street
Kentmoor Inn
Deep Creek
Chick and Ruth’s
The Narrows
Carrol’s Creek
Hella’s
Skipper’s Pier
Crab House
Winners
Mike’s Bar & Crabhouse
Cantler’s
Runner Up
Abner’s
Honorable Mention
Harrison’s
Skipper’s Pier
Bayfish
Crab Cake Cafe
Edgewater Restaurant
Jerry’s Place
Crab Deck
Buddy’s
Boatyard Bar & Grill
Thursday’s
Crab Soup
Winner
Mike’s Bar & Crabhouse
Runners Up
Boatyard Bar & Grill
Carrol’s Creek
The Old Stein
Honorable Mention
Annapolis Yacht Club
Chart House
Stoney’s
Skipper’s Pier
Bayfish
Clark’s Landing
Rod n Reel
Thursday’s
Mango’s
Eastport Yacht Club
Chris’ Charcoal Pit
Buddy’s
Bridges
Cupcakes
Winner
Blondie’s
Runner Up
JoJo’s
Honorable Mention
The Main Ingredient
Fresh Market
Kahve
Mary Rinaldi
Whole Foods
Sweet Sues
Giant
Zü Coffee
Annette’s Cakery
Deli
Winners
Chick & Ruths Delly
Honey’s Harvest
Runner Up
The Big Cheese/Sammy’s
Honorable Mention
Giolitti’s
Nick’s of Calvert
Bay Hills Deli
Giant
Eastport Deli
Bagels And …
My Butcher
Fresh Market
Amish Market
Harbor Deli
Dessert
Winner
The Main Ingredient
Runner Up
Zü Coffee
Honorable Mention
Gary’s Grill
Mike’s Bar & Crabhouse
Vaccaro’s
Kim’s Key Lime Pie
Double T
Cheesecake Factory
Annapolis Ice Cream
Kilwin’s
Carlson’s Bakery
Friendly’s
Rustico
Fine Dining
Winners
Westlawn Inn
Lewnes
Runners Up
Osteria 177
Harry Browne’s
Chop House
Honorable Mention
Les Follies
Level
Ruth’s Chris
Carrol’s Creek
Piccolo Roma
Saphron
Paul’s
Mike’s Bar & Crabhouse
Severn Inn
The Main Ingredient
Carpaccio
Edgewater Restaurant
Roundz
Fish Market
Winner
Annapolis Seafood Market
Runner Up
Bay Fish
Honorable Mention
Whole Foods
Chesapeake Seafood
Shoreline Seafood
French Restaurant
Winner
Les Folies Brasserie Restaurant
Runner Up
Cafe Normandie
Honorable Mention
Cafe des Artistes
Treaty of Paris
French Fries
Winner
Five Guys
Runner Up
Boardwalk Fries
Honorable Mention
Mike’s Bar & Crabhouse
Pips
Gordon Biersch
Philly Flash
Jeno’s
Burger King
McDonald’s
Friendliest Wait Staff
Winner
Zü Coffee
Runners Up
Mike’s Bar & Crabhouse
Applebee’s
Galway Bay
Driftwood Inn
Honorable Mention
Castle Bay
Adam’s
Philly Flash
Chesapeake Grill & Deli
Romalo’s
Cheesecake Factory
Jerry’s Place
Lotus Kitchen
Friendly’s
Dock Street
The Main Ingredient
Chick and Ruth’s
Greek Restaurant
Winner
Chris’ Charcoal Pit
Runner Up
Paul’s
Honorable Mention
Parthenon
Mike’s Bar & Crabhouse
Ikarus
George’s
Greek Festival
Grocery Store
Winner
Whole Foods Market
Runners Up
Trader Joe’s
Giant
Honorable Mention
Fresh Market
Graul’s
Chirstopher’s
Food Lion
Roland’s
Wegman’s
Safeway
Bowen’s
Angel’s
Aldi
Hoagie
Winner
Jimmy John’s
Honorable Mention
Honey’s Harvest
Chris’ Charcoal Pit
Nick’s of Calvert
Ledo
Wawa
Italian Market
Giolitti’s
Rocco’s
Subway
Wegman’s
Selby Sub Shop
Hot Dogs
Winners
Ann’s Dari Creme
Runner Up
Fisher’s Famous
Pips
Honorable Mention
7-Eleven
Five Guys
Orange Julius
Downtown
American
Amish Market
Cambden Yards
Ice Cream Shop
Winner
Annapolis Ice Cream
Runner Up
Coldstone
Honorable Mention
Storm Bros.
Brewster’s
Kilwin’s
Rita’s
Minchie’s
Annette’s Cakes
Baskin-Robbins
Miso Creamery
Indian Food
Winners
Basmati
Runner Up
India’s
Honorable Mention
Bolly Wood
Irish Pub
Winner
Galway Bay
Runner Up
Killarney House
Honorable Mention
Castle Bay
McGarvey’s
Fado
Irish Channel
Brian Boru
O’Brien’s
O’Leary’s
Italian Restaurant
Winner
Mama Lucia
Runner Up
Maria’s
Honorable Mention
Brio
Osteria 177
Carpaccio
Piccolo Roma
Bella Napoli
The Italian Market
Luna Blu
Olive Garden
Macaroni Grill
Cafe Mezzanote
Carrabba’s
Kid-Friendly Restaurant
Winner
Boatyard Bar & Grill
Honorable Mention
McDonald’s
Philly Flash
Chick Fil-A
Old Country Buffet
Davis’s Pub
Grump’s
Friendly’s
Cheeburger Cheeburger
Cheesecake Factory
Mike’s Bar & Crabhouse
Late-Night Munchies
Winner
Double T Diner
Runner Up
Mangia
Honorable Mention
Taco Bell
Silver Diner
Dominoes
Locally Sourced Menu
Winner
Metro Diner Cafe
Runners Up
Lures
Level
Whole Foods
Honorable Mention
Metropolitan
A Cook’s Cafe
Wild Orchid
Olde Bay Tavern
Meat
Winners
Nick’s of Calvert
My Butcher
Honorable Mention
Stoney River
Roland’s
Old Country Buffet
Nando’s Peri-Peri
Fresh Market
Lewnes
Menu
Winner
The Main Ingredient
Runner Up
Mike’s Bar & Crabhouse
Honorable Mention
Level
Lemongrass
Tsunami
Lewnes
Paper Moon
Vin 909
The Front Porch
Lebanese Taverna
New Restaurant of 2012
Winner
Mike’s North
Runners Up
Vin 909
Bonefish Grill
Philly Flash
Honorable Mention
Tall Oaks
Umai
Osaka
Chevy’s
M. Thai
Outdoor Dining
Winner
Mike’s Bar & Crabhouse
Runner Up
Ram’s Head
Honorable Mention
Ken’s Creative Kitchen/Back Porch
Pusser’s
Severn Inn
Carpaccio’s
Mango’s
Rustico
Sly Fox
Kentmoor Inn
Chevy’s
Carrol’s Creek
The Old Stein
Sam’s Waterfront Cafe
Overall Restaurant
Winner
Jalapeños
Runner Up
Lewnes
Honorable Mention
The Main Ingredient
Four Seasons
Mike’s Bar & Crabhouse
Boatyard Bar & Grill
Carrol’s Creek
Chesapeake Grill & Deli
Galway Bay
Tsunami
Brio
Joss
Ram’s Head
Jack’s Fortune
Vin 909
Mexico
Greene Turtle
Rustico
Trader’s
Melting Pot
Level
Kentmoor Inn
Stoney River
Zü Coffee
Oysters
Winner
McGarvey’s Saloon & Oyster Bay
Runners Up
Mike’s Bar & Crabhouse
Bay Fish
Honorable Mention
Boatyard Bar & Grill
O’Leary’s
Back Country
Annapolis Seafood Market
Pizza
Winner
Rocco’s Pizzeria
Runner Up
Ledo
Honorable Mention
South River Pizza
Vin 909
Dominoes
Pizza Hut
Mama Lucia
Squisito
Papa John’s
3 Brothers
Happy House
Mike’s Bar & Crabhouse
Chris’ Charcoal Pit
Pizza Bolis
California Pizza Kitchen
Mangia
Giolitti’s
George’s
Bella Sona
Bella Italia
Place for Local Produce
Winner
North Beach Farmers Market
Runner Up
Diehl’s
Honorable Mention
Bru-Mar Gardens
Whole Foods
AA/Riva Farmers Market
Trott’s
Papa John’s Farm
Roland’s
Amish Market
City Dock Farmers Market
Place to Watch the Game
Winner
Greene Turtle
Runner Up
Buffalo Wild Wings
Honorable Mention
Mike’s Bar & Crabhouse
The Steakhouse
Heroes
Castle Bay
Adam’s
Federal House
Dock Street
Rams Head
home
Prix-Fixe Menu
Winners
Cafe Normandie
Carrol’s Creek
Restaurant for a Romantic Dinner
Winner
Carrol’s Creek
Runners Up
Mike’s Bar & Crabhouse
Jalapeños
Honorable Mention
Harry Browne’s
Ava’s in St. Michael’s
Mama Lucia
Les Follies
Rustico
Chart House
O’Leary’s
Luna Blu
Chart House
The Melting Pot
Osteria 177
Restaurant Service
Winners
Mike’s Bar & Crabhouse
Adam’s
Runner Up
Osteria 177
Honorable Mention
Snug Harbor Inn
Edgewater Restaurant
Applebee’s
Chop House
Level
The Main Ingredient
Jalapeños
Zü Coffee
Restaurant to Go on a First Date
Winner
Vin 909
Runner Up
Crush
Honorable Mention
Brio
Edgewater Restaurant
Reynold’s Tavern
Level
Mike’s Bar & Crabhouse
The Main Ingredient
Zü Coffee
Carrol’s Creek
Rockfish
Piccolla Roma
Hemmingway’s
Mexican Cafe
Restaurant for Out of Town Guests
Winner
Carrol’s Creek
Runners Up
Vin 909
Mike’s Bar & Crabhouse
Boatyard Bar & Grill
Honorable Mention
Cantler’s
Osteria 177
Chart House
Westlawn Inn
Chick and Ruth’s
Edgewater Restaurant
Killarney House
Adam’s Ribs
The Old Stein Inn
Sam’s Waterfront
Jerey’s Place
Deep Creek
O’Leary’s
Wild Orchid
Reynold’s Tavern
Sly Fox Tavern
Severn Inn
Yellowfin
The Main Ingredient
Ram’s head
Sakura
Harry Browne’s
Carrol’s Creek
Sunset
Neptune’s
Mexican Cafe
Pirates Cove
Restaurant When Someone Else Is Picking Up the Tab
Winner
Ruth’s Chris
Runner Up
Osteria 177
Honorable Mention
O’Leary’s
Chart House
Jerry’s Place
Lewnes
The Main Ingredient
Mike’s Bar & Crabhouse
Carrol’s Creek
Les Follies
Level
The Old Stein
Stoney River
Romantic Restaurant
Winner
Harry Browne’s
Honorable Mention
Jerry’s Place
Les Follies
Rustico
Lewnes
Level
Osteria 177
Mike’s Bar & Crabhouse
Piccolo Roma
O’Leary’s
P.F. Chang’s
Galway Bay
The Melting Pot
Sandwiches
Winner
Subway
Runner Up
The Big Cheese / Sammy’s
Honorable Mention
Jimmy Johns
Zü Coffee
Graul’s
Fresh Market
Eastport Deli
Mike’s Bar & Crabhouse
Potbelly’s
Chick and Ruth’s
Grump’s
Byview Deli
Dock Street
Lebanese Taverna
Liquor Mart & Deli
Driftwood Inn
Mr. Pizza (Glen Burnie)
Bowen’s
Harbor Deli
Seafood Restaurant
Winner
Mike’s Bar & Crabhouse
Runners Up
O’Leary’s
Edgewater Restaurant
Honorable Mention
Neptune’s
Yellowfin
Chart House
Cantler’s
Annapolis Seafood Market
The Main Ingredient
McNasby’s
Brick House
Rod n Reel
Kentmoor Inn
Tsunami
Bonefish
Long John Silvers
Smoothie/Milkshake
Winner
Zü Coffee
Runners Up
Chick and Ruths Dely
Honorable Mention
Chick Fil-A
Kilwin’s
Fudrucker’s
Sonic
Annapolis Ice Cream
Roebek’s
Storm Bros.
Miss Shirley’s
Brewster’s
Cheeburger Cheeburger
Soft-Shell Crab
Winner
Mike’s Bar & Crabhouse
Runners Up
Cantler’s
The Sunset
Jerry’s Place
Honorable Mention
Wild Country
Carrol’s Creek
Skipper’s Pier
Annapolis Seafood Market
Southeast Asian
Winner
Lemongrass
Honorable Mention
Jack’s Fortune
Viet Thai
Joss
South of the Border
Winner
Mexico
Runner Up
Sin Fronteras
Honorable Mention
Mexican Cafe
El Toro Bravo
Taqueria Juquilita
Chipotle
Paladar
Plazuela’s
Jalapeños
Listas
Los Portales
Monterey
Chilis
Plaza Garibaldi’s
Chevy’s
Steakhouse
Winner
Lewnes
Runners Up
Outback
Ruths Chris
Honorable Mention
Original Steakhouse
Stoney River
Chop House
Longhorn
Texas Roadhouse
Morton’s
Fuji
Sunday Brunch
Winner
Carrol’s Creek
Runners Up
The Main Ingredient
Miss Shirley’s
Honorable Mention
Boatyard Bar & Grill
Killarney House
Rod n Reel
Old Country Buffet
Galway Bay
Rockfish
Severn Inn
Maryland Inn
Paul’s
Treaty of Paris
Driftwood Inn
Olde Bay Tavern
Harry Browne’s
Chick and Ruth’s
Yellowfin
Pusser’s
Rucy Tuesday
Sushi
Winner
Joss Cafe & Sushi
Runners Up
Umai
Nano
Honorable Mention
Nora
Sakura
Ziki
Fuji
Yamato
Yama
Tsunami
Matsu
Take-out
Winner
Lemongrass
Runner Up
Mike’s Bar & Crabhouse
Honorable Mention
Court of Shanghai
Roundz
Nano
Joss
East Cafe
Dock Street
Viet Thai
Joy Luck
Jack’s Fortune
Whole Foods
Chipotle
Mexican Cafe
Vegetarian Restaurant
Winner
Lemongrass
Runner Up
Metro Diner Cafe
Honorable Mention
Great Sage
Viet Thai
Zü Coffee
The Main Ingredient
Lemongrass
Wine List
Winner
Vin 909
Runner Up
Crush
Honorable Mention
Mike’s Bar & Crabhouse
The Melting Pot
Rod n Reel
Sunderland Wine & Spirits
Bay Wine & Spirits
Grapes
Level
Osteria 177
Lewnes
Wings
Winner
Buffalo Wild Wings
Runner Up
Mike’s Bar & Crabhouse
O’Loughlin’s
Adam’s
Honorable Mention
ACME
Chilis
Ledo
Heavenly Wings
Dock Street
Nando Peri-Peri
Ellie’s Place
GETTING AROUND
Boat Dealer
Winners
Annapolis Yacht Sales
North Point
Honorable Mention
Clark’s Landing
Boat Detailer
Winner
Above the Waterline
Runner Up
Seven Seas
Boat Supplies
Winner
West Marine
Runner Up
Fawcett’s
Car Dealer
Winners
Subaru of Annapolis
Bayside Toyota
Honorable Mention
Ron Bortnick
Sheehey
Sheehey Lexus
Chris Accura
Koons Ford
Koons Toyota
Adam’s
JBA Chevrolet
Car Wash
Winner
Wash Haus
Runner Up
Maritime
Honorable Mention
West Street
Great American
Splash & Dash
Paceway
Exxon
Lube Center
Marina
Winner
Herrington Harbour
Runner Up
Bert Jabin
Honorable Mention
White Rocks
Turkey Point
Hartge
Port Annapolis
Turkey Point
Mears
Oak Grove Marina
Washburn’s
Mike’s on the South River
Annapolis Landing
Ferry Point
Mechanic
Winner
Huntingtown Automotive
Runners Up
Good Old Days
Chesapeake Import
Honorable Mention
Mr. Burley
Jay’s Auto Spot
Willis (Stevensville)
Severn Auto
Avery’s
Chesapeake Auto
Paul at Guy Motors
Troy Auto
Loch Haven BP
Red’s Schell
Sutton’s
Place to Buy Tires
Winners
Sams Club
Mr. Tire
Honorable Mention
Firestone
Goodyear
Costco
Place to Dock Your Boat
Winners
Mike’s on the South River
Pusser’s
Runners Up
Lowes Wharf
Ego Alley
Honorable Mention
Skipper’s Pier
Herrington Harbour
White Rocks
Deale
Bert Jabin
HEALTH & BEAUTY
Acupuncture
Winners
Meadow Hill Wellness
Runner Up
Edgewater Acupuncture
Honorable Mention
East-West Healing Arts
Bowie-Crofton Acupuncture
Dr. Fang
Aesthetician
Winner
Catherine’s Skin Care & Day Spa
Runners Up
Donna Sines
Plastic Surgery Specialists
Barber
Winners
Family Barber Shop
Capistrano’s
Runner Up
Annapolis Barber
Honorable Mention
Dell’s
Bay Clips
Sawas Yiamoulou
Alex of Italy
Eastport Barber
Debbie Butler
Ruby
Chiropractor
Winner
Living Health
Runner Up
Sherri Beauchamp
Honorable Mention
Dr. Cohen
Dr. Soresto
Dr. Wagner
Maryland Chiropractic
Whole Chiropractic
Cosmetic Surgery Center
Winner
Plastic Surgery Specialists
Runners Up
Laser Center of Annapolis
Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery of Annapolis
Sandel Center
Day Spa
Winner
Robert Andrew
Runners Up
Catherine’s Skin Care
Liu Liu
Honorable Mention
Hudson-Fouquet
Even Kee;l
Glow
Alexander’s of Annapolis
David Alexander
Ridgely Retreat
Massage Envy
Dunkir Day & Nail Spa
About Faces
Plastic Surgery Specialists
Jacqueline Morgan
Varuna
Studio Salon
Muddy Paws
Dentist
Winner
Dunkirk Dental Associates
Runner Up
Mike Billings
Honorable Mention
Mark Frazer
Dr. Roland
Patton Smiles
Dr. Doyel
Tamara Leary
Glen Levin
Dr. Bergen
Dr. Cheskisi
Lee Bonfiglio Vessecley
Dr. Witting
Dr. Rob Reinhart
Dr. Anderson
Dr. Grimm
Stickler
Boyd & Boyd
Dr. Hoerhuf
Dr. Siemon
Dermatologist
Winner
Faris Hawit
Honorable Mention
Dr. Bennet
Heather Pachecho
Dr. Brown
Peterman
Dr. Wendy Lee
Dr. Kong
Dr. Bailey
Hartley
Dr. Renfro
Facial
Winner
Catherine's Skin Care & Day Spa
Runners Up
Robert Andrew
Bella Lifestyle
Hair Stylist
Winner
Fern Hill at Hudson Fouquet
Runners Up
Leslie at Glow
Karen James
Liu Liu
Alexander’s of Annapolis
Luc Fouquet at Hudson Fouquet
Hudson Fouquet
Honorable Mention
Nikki B at Bubbles
John Robinson at Bubbles
Chris at Bubbles
Shane at Bubbles
Bubbles
Linda at Ulta
Karla Kline
Hillary Frank
Michaelangelo’s
Sandy McDonald
Stacey at Body Wellness
Lisa at Hair Cuttery
Hair Cuttery
Halo
Nik Babbis at Ruby
Fern Hill
Debbie Butler
Tina Hewik
Alexander’s of Annapolis
Image Creators
Janey at Hair Bizz
Debbie at Salon West
Laura Wright
Firefly Salon
Adria Hadley
Robert Andrew
Manicure/Pedicure
Winner
Bella Lifestyle
Runner Up
Value Nails
Honorable Mention
American Nails
Andy’s Nails
Lena
Robert Andrew
Kelly Nails
Orchid
Lotus
Massage Therapist
Winner
Diana Freed
Runner Up
Annapolis Athletic Club
Honorable Mention
Big Vanilla
Even Keel
Linda at Massage Envy
Robert Andrew
Lena
Healing Hands
Evolutions
Even Keel
Joan Gnerson
Amelia Michell at Chesapeake Holistic
Judy at Lotus
Pilates
Winner
Cameron MacDonald Pilates
Runner Up
Annapolis Athletic Club
Honorable Mention
Beth Lynn Steinel
Place for Lasik
Winner
Maria Scott
Runner Up
Lasik Plus
Honorable Mention
Dr. Scott
Chesapeake Eyecare
Place to Pamper Yourself
Karen James
Robert Andrew
Liu Liu
Body Wellness
Zü Coffee
Bella Lifestyle
Primary Care Physician
Winner
Maryland Primary Care
Honorable Mention
S. Hamiton
John Jacobson
Jaine Taylior
Calvert Internal
Cr. Chocohus
Dr. Brooks, Owensville Primary Care
Owensville Primary Care
Dr. Brophy
Hattar
Lyn Dea
Dr. Areta
Annapolis Internal Medicine
Jett
Mark Phillips
Emily Ulmer
Dr. Mendenca
Brapley
Dr. Owens
Dr. Ruppel
Dr. Bierbaum
Tanning Salon
Winner
Beyond the Beach
Honorable Mention
Radiant Tans
A Perfect Tan
Sizzler’s
Tattoo Parlor
Winner
Orange
Runner Up
Pride & Glory
Honorable Mention
One Shot Studio
Red Octopus
Tattooed Heart
Lucky Bird
Tattoo Gardens
Urgent Care
Winner
Right Time
Runner Up
Dunkirk Urgent Care
Honorable Mention
Doctors Express
Nighttime
1st Medical
CVS
Weight-Loss Center
Live Lyte
Weight Watchers
Yoga Studio
Winner
Golden Heart Yoga
Runner Up
Mountain Road Yoga
Honorable Mention
Bikram Yoga
Grentnin AAC
Prana Studio
Ridgely Retreat
PEOPLE & PLACES
Bay Beach
Winner
North Beach
Runner Up
Sandy Point
Honorable Mention
Bay Ridge Beach
Chesapeake Beach
Flag Ponds
Franklin Manor
Bay Legislation
Registered Mopeds
No-take female crabs
Chesapeake Cleanwater Blueprint (TMDL)
Bay Town or Neighborhood
Winner
North Beach
Runners Up
Eastport
Bay Ridge
Honorable Mention
Oyster Harbor
Chesapeake Beach
Annapolis Roads
Franklin Manor
Annapolis Neck
Best-Kept Secret
Winner
North Beach Overlook Park
Runners Up
Zü Coffee
Ken’s Back Porch
Port Annapoils
Honorable Mention
Pizza Oven
Geo-caching
Bow-hunting
Vin 909
Calvert County
Ebb Tide
Mike’s Bar & Crabhouse
Maryland Avenue
Batman
Severn Run
Thomas Point Park
Harbor Deli
ATW Hardware
Lista’s Restaurant
County library
Bay Fish
When Market House will open
Friendship Antiques
Terrapin Park
Rt. 301
AACC Observatory
Charity Fundraiser
Junior League
Polar Plunge
Cats R Us
SPCA Walk for the Animals
Susan G. Komen Walk for the Cure
Freedom Hill Horse Rescue
CROP
Crab Regatta
Green Beer Races
Bands on the Bay
Community Event
Winner
Disability Awareness Day/Week
Runner Up
Caregivers Conference
Honorable Mention
Maryland Avenue Fall Fest
Bay Ridge 4th of July parade
Maryland Seafood Fest
Shady Side 4th of July parade
Gay on the Bay
Quiet Waters Park summer concert series
Haunted Water Park
Slaughter on the Water tug of war
USNA-St. Johns Croquet match
Jamboree
Day Trip
Winner
St. Michael’s
Runner Up
Washington, D.C.
Honorable Mention
Flag Ponds
North Beach
Philly
Solomons
National Aquarium
Easton
Battle Creek Swamp
Tuckahoe
Quiet Waters Park
Patapsco
Dog Park
Winner
Quiet Waters Park
Runner Up
Dunkirk Dog Park
Honorable Mention
Broadneck Park
Downs Park
Grassroots Movement
Winner
Green Annapolis
Honorable Mention
River Keepers
Occupy
Start school-day later
Living History
Winners
U.S. Naval Academy
Historic Londontown & Gardens
Honorable Mention
Ghost Tours
jefferson-Patterson State Park
Annapolis Maritime Museum
Maryland Statehouse
Calvert Marine Museum
Hancock’s Resort
History Alive
Mary Ann Jung
Mt. Calvert
Paca House
St. Michael’s
Friendship Antiques
Local Attraction
Winner
Annapolis City Dock
Honorable Mention
Main Street
Friendship Antiques
Calvert Marine Museum
Mike’s Bar & Crabhouse
Kentmoor Inn
Annmarie Garden
WWII Memorial
Londontown
USNA
Paca House
Local Charity
Winner
Lighthouse Shelter
Runner Up
Dunkirk Park
Wellness House
Freedom Hill Rescue
St. Vincent de Pauls
Honorable Mention
Box of Rain
Partners in Care
Community Foundation
Cancer Gala
SPCA
Hospice of the Chesapeake
ASGT
Local Politician
Winner
Josh Cohen
Runners Up
Mark Frazer
Mike Busch
Honorable Mention
Bruce Wahl
Anthony O’Donnell
John Astle
Local Politician on the Rise
Winner
Chris Trumbauer
Honorable Mention
Steve Schuh
Josh Cohen
Tim Hogan
Martin O’Malley
Local Trend
Bicycling
Docksiders
School uniforms
Oyster gardening
Most Endangered Chesapeake History
Wooden Boats
Watermen
Working the water
War of 1812
Lighthouses
Park
Winner
Quiet Waters Park
Runner Up
Dunkirk Park
Honorable Mention
Sandy Point
All of them!
Truxton Park
Campbell Park
Downs Park
Breezy Point Park
People-Watching
Winner
Annapolis City Dock/Ego Alley
Runner Up
North Beach Boardwalk
Honorable Mention
Annapolis Mall
Quiet Waters Park
BWI
Ocean City
Pusser’s
Mike’s Bar & Crabhouse
Place to Take the Kids
Winner
Quiet Waters Park
Runners Up
Kinder Farm Park
Zü Coffee
Honorable Mention
National Aquarium
Chuck E. Cheese
Chesapeake Bay Beach Club
Calvert Marine Museum
Scientists Cliffs
Mike’s Bar & Crabhouse
Place to Hold a Wedding Reception
Winners
Historic Londontown & Gardens
Port Annapolis
Runner Up
Michael’s on the South River
Honorable Mention
The Westin
Paca House
Stoney’s
CBF
Herrington Harbour
Anchor Inn
Annapolis Marriott
Place for Indoor Fun
Bowling
Annapolis Mall
Mike’s on the South River
Place for Outdoor Fun
Winner
Quiet Waters Park
Honorable Mention
Pintail
Downs Park
Playground
Winner
Quiet Waters Park
Honorable Mention
Dunkirk Park
Downs Park
Green Street
Hillsmere Shores
Kinder Farm
Mike’s Bar & Crabhouse
Under-21 Hangout
Winners
Zü Coffee
Honorable Mention
Quiet Waters
Ice Rink
USNA
Chuck E. Cheese
Downtown Annapolis
Mike’s on the South River
Sidebar
Annapolis Mall
WiFi Hotspot
Winner
Zü Coffee
Honorable Mention
Pascal Center
Whole Foods
Panera
City Dock
Starbucks
Worst Bay Legislation
Question 7
Pit Bulls
NIGHTLIFE
Bar
Winners
Mike’s Bar & Crabhouse
McGarvey’s Saloon & Oyster Bar
Ebb Tide
Runners Up
Ram’s Head
The Whiskey
Vin 909
Coconut Joe’s
Honorable Mention
Mango’s
Grapes
Dock Street
Duffy’s
Galway Bay
Davis’s Pub
Boatyard Bar & Grill
Stan & Joe’s
Sly Fox Tavern
Pusser’s
O’Brien’s
Greene Turtle
Castle Bay
Dockside
Harry Browne’s
Chart House
Federal House
Calypso Bay
Bar Food
Winners
McGarvey’s Saloon & Oyster Bar
Stan & Joe’s
Greene Turtle
Runners Up
Ebb Tide
Mike’s Bar & Crabhouse
Heroe’s
Boatyard Bar & Grill
Vin 909
Honorable Mention
Waterman’s Tavern
Castle Bay
Federal House
Carrol’s Creek
Wings to Go
Tsunami
Paladar
Ram’s Head
The Whiskey
Sly Fox Tavern
Dock Street
Bartender
Winner
Christina Moon at Mike’s Bar & Crabhouse
Runner Up
Brad at Castle Bay
Honorable Mention
Steve at Neptune’s
Kelly at Galway Bay
John Edgar at Mike’s Bar & Crabhouse
Robin Pero at Stan & Joe’s
Dav at Vin 909
Juanita at Eastport Yacht Club
Kevin at Boatyard Bar & Grill
Marty Pants at Sidebar
Billie at Ebb Tide
Molly at Ebb Tide
Kevin at Pusser’s
Kevin at Davis’s Pub
Russ at Carrol’s Creek
Beer Selection on Tap
Winner
Ram’s Head
Runners Up
Heroe’s
Mike’s Bar & Crabhouse
Honorable Mention
Lures
Buffalo Wild Wings
West End Grill
The Old Stein
Fado’s
Bloody Mary
Winners
McGarvey’s Saloon & Oyster Bar
Mike’s Bar & Crabhouse
Honorable Mention
Trader’s
Miss Shirley’s
Westlawn Inn
Boatyard Bar & Grill
Ebb Tide
Cantler’s
Grump’s
Stan & Joe’s
Bottled Beer Selection
Winner
Ram’s Head
Runners Up
Bay Ridge Wine & Spirits
Mike’s Bar & Crabhouse
Honorable Mention
Lures
Punk’s Backyard Grill
Dock Street
Brew Pub
Winner
Ram’s Head
Runner Up
Gordon Biersch
Honorable Mention
Brian Boru
Killarney House
Castle Bay
Cheap Drinks
Winners
Armadillo’s
Ebb Tide
Runner Up
Stan & Joe’s
Honorable Mention
Trader’s
Lowes Wharf
Mike’s Bar & Crabhouse
Davis’s Pub
Cocktails
Winner
Level
Honorable Mention
Greene Turtle
Chart House
Chop House
Yellowfin
Tiki Bar
Gordon Biersch
Mike’s Bar & Crabhouse
Ebb Tide
Metropolitan
Pusser’s
Dance Club
Winner
Pusser’s
Honorable Mention
Dock Street
Federal House
Galaxy
Hippo
Mango’s
DJ
Winner
Dirty Panda at Dock Street
Honorable Mention
Bob at Trader’s
Crazy T
DJ Turtle
Mike’s Bar & Crabhouse
Dock Bar
Winner
Pusser’s
Runner Up
Mike’s Bar & Crabhouse
Honorable Mention
Sam’s Waterfront
Skipper’s Pier
Red Eyes
Carrol’s Creek
Big Mary’s
Rod n Reel
The Jetty
Lowes Wharf
Coconut Joe’s
Hangover Cure
Winner
Zü Coffee
Honorable Mention
Bloody Mary
Oatmeal
Mike’s Bar & Crabhouse
Happy Hour
Winner
Yellowfin
Runner Up
Stan & Joe’s
Honorable Mention
Ram’s Head
Carrol’s Creek
Rockfish
Snug Harbor
Red, Red Win
Swamp Circle Saloon
Chilis
Mike’s Bar & Crabhouse
Middleton Tavern
Jalapeños
McGarvey’s
Federal House
Chop House
Coconut Joe’s
Jukebox
Swamp Circle Saloon
Dock Street
West End Grill
Johnny Rockets
Karaoke
Winner
Mike’s Bar & Crabhouse
Runner Up
Ebb Tide
Honorable Mention
Catle Bay
Dave & Brusters
Mango’s
Stan & Joe’s
Live Music
Winner
Ram’s Head
Runners Up
The Whiskey
Mike’s Bar & Crabhouse
Honorable Mention
Metropolitan
Rockfish
Stan & Joe’s
Mango’s
Ebb Tide
Margaritas
Winner
Mexican Cafe
Runner Up
Mexico
Honorable Mention
El Toro Bravo
Sin Fronteras
Chevy’s
La Lopenas
Jalapeños
Brio
Mike’s Bar & Crabhouse
Martinis
Boatyard Bar & Grill
Chop House
Harry Browne’s
Level
Osteria 177
Mike’s Bar & Crabhouse
Carrol’s Creek
Neighborhood Bar
Winner
Ebb Tide
Runner Up
Davis’ Pub
Honorable Mention
Mike’s Bar & Crabhouse
Neptune’s
Vin 909
Waterman’s Tavern
Boatyard Bar & Grill
Brick House
Ram’s Head Roadhouse
Rt. 3 Hideaway
Mexico
Swamp Circle Saloon
Anthony’s
Sly Fox Tavern
Mango’s
Shooter’s
Castle Bay
Rockfish
New Bar
Winner
Vin 909
Runner Up
Red, Red Wine Bar
Place for a Blind Date
Rockfish
Mike’s Bar & Crabhouse
Place to Go after the Bars Close
Winners
Mangia
Runner Up
Denny’s
Honorable Mention
O’Brien’s
Dock Street
Place to Shoot Pool
Winner
Ebb Tide
Runner Up
Wild Willy’s
Honorable Mention
Pascal Senior Center
Swamp Circle Saloon
Sports Bar
Winner
Greene Turtle
Runner Up
Dock Street
Honorable Mention
Mike’s Bar & Crabhouse
The Steakhouse
Heroe’s
Glory Days
Buffalo Wild Wings
Cadillac Ranch
Shooter’s
Castle Bay
SHOPPING & SERVICES
Antique Store
Winner
Evergreen Antiques
Runners Up
Then & Again
Nice & Fleazy
Honorable Mention
Return to Oz
Willetta’s
A-1 Antiques
Blue Crab Antiques
Gyspy Vintage
Friendship Antiques
Art Supply Store
Winner
Art Things
Runner Up
Michael’s
Bank Branch
Winner
BB&T, Deale
Runner Up
Wells Fargo, Bay Ridge
Honorable Mention
PNC Chaneyville
BB&T Arnold
PNC Riva Road
PNC Churchton
PNC West Annapolis
Bank of American, Bay Ridge
M&T Dunkirk
M&T Prince Frederick
PNC Chesapeake Station
PNC, Eastport
Bed & Breakfast
Winner
Chez Amis
Honorable Mention
Chick and Ruth’s
Gov. Calvert House
Blue Heron B&B
Horn Point
Bookstore
Winner
Barnes & Noble
Runner Up
Annapolis Bookstore
Honorable Mention
Second Look Books
Hard Bean
Atomic Books
Public library
Comic Book Store
Winner
Third Eye Comics
Runner Up
Capital Comics
Consignment Store
Winner
Second Wind Consignments
Runner Up
Echoes & Accents
Honorable Mention
New to You
Oliver’s Sell & Trade
Partners in Care
Savvy (Severna Park)
Vintage Values
Alta
Then & Again
Wee-Sale
Pietticoat & Lace
Return to Oz
Navette
Kids Consignment
Cape Exchange
Craft Store
Winner
Michael’s
Honorable Mention
Art Things
Arts & Stuff
A.C. Moore
Customer Service
Winner
Perfect Pet Resort
Runner Up
Evergreen Antiques
Honorable Mention
Robert Andrew
Art Things
Build-a-Bear
Do It Best (Dunkirk Hardware)
Daycare
Winner
Learning Tree
Runner Up
Creative Gardens
Honorable Mention
Calabrese
Doggie Daycare
Winner
Perfect Pet Resort
Runner Up
South Arundel Vet Hospital
Honorable Mention
Beechnut Kennels
Arnold Pet Station
Muddy Paws
South Arundel Vet Hospital
Dogwood Acres
Grand Paws
Kitty’s Dawg Patch
Electrician
Winner
Rick at K&H
Honorable Mention
Jay Maisel
Bausum Duckett
Shawn Smith
Oliver Electric
Master Electric
Eyewear Store
Winner
Shades of the Bay
Runners Up
LensCrafters
My Eye Doctor
Eyes on Main
Honorable Mention
Vision Works
Zen Optical
Farmers Market
Winner
Riva Road
Runner Up
North Beach
Honorable Mention
Amish Market
Baltimore
City Dock
Arnold
Trott’s
Jones Station
Deale Farmers Market
Dick & Janes
Chesapeake Bounty
Flower Shop
Winner
Gateway
Runner Up
Karen’s of Calvert
Honorable Mention
Deale Florist
Severna Park Flowers
Bowen’s
Flowers by James
Greenstreet
Black-Eyed Susan
Flowers by Donna
Whole Foods
Homestead Gardens
Sue’s
Giant
Furniture Store
Winner
Echoes & Accents
Runner Up
Luv Sack
Honorable Mention
Be Home
Ikea
Arhaus
Gardening Store
Winner
Homestead Gardens
Runner Up
Greenstreet Gardens
Honorable Mention
Bru-Mar Gardens
Bay Ridge Tru-Value
Windwood Garden Center
Patuxent Nursery
Great Deale Gardens
Bay Ridge Lawn & Landscape
Ben Khes
Gift Shop
Winner
Sister’s Corner
Honorable Mention
Sassy Shop
Calvert Marine Museum
Hallmark
Bay Hill’s Card & Gift
The Clothes Box at AAMC
Aurora Gallery
Green Business
Re-Source
Diehl’s Produce
Waste Management Solutions
Grow
Hardware Store
Winner
K&B Tru-Value
Runner Up
Sneade’s
Honorable Mention
Stevens
ATW Hardware
Wheeler’s
Deale Hardware
Clement’s
Home Decor Store
Winner
Home Goods
Honorable Mention
Kohls
Parkemoor
Country Curtains
Be Home
Home Improvement Contractor
Winner
SD Park
Honorable Mention
Better Homes
B&N Construction
Glen Colevas
Gary Carr
Phillips Home
Hotel for Out-of-Town Guests
Winner
The Westin
Runner Up
Inn at Herrington Harbour
Loews
Calvert House
Honorable Mention
Doubletree, Riva
Holiday Inn
Annapolis Marriott
House-cleaning Service
Winner
Corner to Corner
Honorable Mention
Deysi Cleaning
Chesapeake Cleaning
Right Touch
April Mason
AmeriMaids
Absolute Perfection
Jewelry Store
Winner
Niland & Company Jewelers
Runners Up
W.R. Chance
Zachary’s
Ron George
Dickinson’s
Pandora
Honorable Mention
Mercado
Jared
Smyth
Nordstrom
Kids Store
Winner
Toys R Us
Runner Up
Kids Consignments
Lawyer
Winner
David Ashley
Runner Up
Tom Simmons
Council, Baradel, Kasmerl & Noland
Honorable Mention
Ron Baradel
Chris Back
Michael Hochman
Michael Ragland
Jennifer Langome Family Law
Stanley Kloss
Ryan McQuinham
Liquor Store
Winner
Bay Ridge Wine & Spirits
Runner Up
Colony Liquors
Honorable Mention
Edgewater Liquors
Mike’s Country Store
Capt. Kidd’s
Mills
Dunkirk Liquors
Bella’s
Annebeth’s
Scott Bros.
Dunkirk Wine & Spirits
Eastport
Mick’s (Prince Frederick)
Fish Paws
Duffy’s
Sunderland Wine & Spirits
Roland’s
Town & Country (Prince Frederick)
Dawson’s Liquors
Wine Cellars
Local Farm/Produce Stand
Back 4 U
Downtown Annapolis
Sunday Morning
Wilkerson
Chesapeake Bounty
Trader Joe’s
Trott’s
Diehl’s
Dick & Jane’s
Zimmerman’s
Chase’s
Riva Road Farmers Market
Local Getaway
Cove Point Lighthouse
Hollywood
Breezy Point Park
Local Men’s Clothing Shop
Winners
Jos. A. Banks
Helly Hansen
Honorable Mention
Mike’s Bar & Crabhouse
Return to Oz
Old Navy
Macy’s
Local Women’s Clothing Shop
Winners
Chico’s
Coldwater Creek
Honorable Mention
Fashion Bug
Mike’s Bar & Crabhouse
Return to Oz
Old Navy
Gina Fitz
Macy’s
Helly Hansen
Everything But the Girl Vintage
Most-Needed Business
Handyman
Market House
Vegan restaurant
Lowe’s
Plus-size women’s clothing
Hallmark at South River Colony
New Business of 2012
Sweet Frog
Crab House in Solomons
Philly Flash
Fishers Famous
Pet-Sitting Service
Terrie Payseur
Dogwood Acres
Calvert Pet Sitters
Karen Stokes
Place to Buy a Gift for Someone Else
Winner
Evergreen Antiques
Runner Up
Shades of the Bay
Honorable Mention
Macy’s
Sassy Shop
Calvert Marine Museum
Pandora
Kmart
Chesapeake Pharmacy
Nordstrom
Muddy Creek Artists Guild
Capital Teas
Annebeth’s
Whimsicality
Place to Buy a Gift for Yourself
Winner
Shades of the Bay
Runner Up
Pandora
Honorable Mention
Gateway Florist
Macy’s
Zales
Coldwater Creek
Calvert Marine Museum
Pro Bass
Kohls
Lilac Bijou
Place to Buy Last-Minute Gifts
Winner
Magnolia Shoppe
Honorable Mention
Gateway Florist
Annapolis Pottery
Calvert Marine Museum
Kmart
Dollar Store
Kohls
Midnight Madnes/11th Hour
Lulu
Greenstreet Gardens
Plant Nursery
Winner
Homestead Gardens
Runner Up
Greenstreet Gardens
Honorable Mention
Bru-Mar Gardens
Windwood Gardens
Plumber
Winners
GAD Plumbing
Magothy Plumbing
Honorable Mention
Dave Goode
R.E. Robertson
Dave Wilson
Goode
First Class Plumbing
Frank Long
Paul Hyden
Dino & Sons
CA Kamm Woods
Preschool
Winner
St. Anne’s Pre-School
Runner Up
Heritage Learning Center
Honorable Mention
Weem’s Creek
PASA
Kneseth Israel
South County Rec Pre-School
Produce
Winner
Whole Foods
Runner Up
Faremers Market
Honorable Mention
North Beach Farmers Market
Restoration Goods
Chesapeake Bounty
Trott’s
Amish Market
Giant
Fresh Market
Real Estate Agency
Winner
Long & Foster
Honorable Mention
Eastport Long & Foster
Coldwell Banker
Weichert Platinum
Realtor
Winners
Brent Allen
Scott Schuetter
Honorable Mention
Kristi Krankowski
Sally Showalter
Rene Buta
Wayne Flood
Nancy Smith
Cheryl Jersey
Ben Anthkoviak
Rita Ilp
Toy Shop
Winner
Toys R Us
Runner Up
Franklin Toys
Honorable Mention
Annapolis Country Store
Fun for All
Veterinarian
Winner
South Arundel Animal Hospital
Runner Up
Greater Annapolis Animal Hospital
Honorable Mention
Muddy Creek Animal Hospital
Calvert Animal Hospital
Dunkirk Animal Hospital
Bay Country Vet Hospital
Carl Brown
Davidsonville Petura Vets
Animal Medical Center of Watkins Park
Dr. Wozniac
Dr. James Reed
Jim Reid
Prince Frederick Animal Hospital
Jessica Craig (Prince Ferderick)
Sports & Recreation
Bike Shop
Winner
Capital Cycle
Runner Up
Bike Doctor
Honorable Mention
Parvilla
Annapolis Cycle
Bowling Alley
Winner
Annapolis Bowl
Runner Up
Crofton Bowl
Honorable Mention
Lord Calvert Bowl
Dance Studio
Winner
Abigail Francisco School of Classical Ballet
Runner Up
Spotlight Dance
Honorable Mention
Spark
On Pointe
Carter’s
Golf Course
Winner
Bay Hills
Runner Up
Olde South
Honorable Mention
South River Colony
Mellomar
Eisenhower GC
Severna Park Golf Center
Glendale
Compass Point
Gym
Winner
24-Hour Fitness
Runner Up
Annapolis Athletic Club
Honorable Mention
Big Vanilla
Chesapeake Gym
Evolution’s
Jazzercise Annapolis
Premier Fitness
Pip Moyer
World Gym
Future of Fitness
Merritt
South River Fitness
Gold’s Gym
Local Race
Winner
Annapolis 10-mile
Honorable Mention
Ripley’s Race
Jug Bay 5-K
Martial Arts Studio
Winner
Jing Ying Institute of Kung Fu and Tai Chi
Runner Up
Balanced Lifeskills
Honorable Mention
BBA Dunkirk
East Coast Martial Arts
Kik
Most Scenic Run
Winner
Quiet Waters Park
Runner Up
Bay Ridge
Honorable Mention
B&A Trail
Over Patuxent River (Jug Bay 5-K)
Ches. Beach Railroad Trail
Naval Academy
Personal Trainer
Winners
Mary Cofran (Annapolis Athletic Club)
Cameron MacDonald Pilates
Honorable Mention
Casy Donaldson (So. River Fitness)
Karen Bayee
Mac James
Logan Cahn
Amy Turpon
Sporting Goods/Outdoor Store
Winner
Dick’s Sporting Goods
Runner Up
Modell’s
Honorable Mention
Charm City Run
Ron’s Bay Pro Shop
Eastern Mountain Sports


North Beach is a community of choices. We take great pride in our historic heritage, eclectic events and our diverse recreational opportunities. North Beach has much to offer citizens and visitors alike. You can enjoy the sun and the Chesapeake Bay while relaxing on the sandy beach. The boardwalk, lined with blossoming flowerbeds and dotted with park benches, is very popular among athletes and casual strollers. The beach and boardwalk are becoming a most sought-out venues for weddings by the beautiful Chesapeake. The fishing pier is popular spot for those seeking the catch of the day.



















