From thousands of reader surveys comes our inimitable Best of Everything list. Categories run from appetizers to desserts, bike shops to barbershops. Here, the year’s best food, including fine dining, outdoor dining, coffee house, brunch and more.
Breads & muffins
Back in the Day Bakery | 2403 Bull St.
What they’re all about: The icing on top of the Starland District
Insider pick: Bourbon bread pudding
Runner-up: Baker’s Pride
Candy shop
River Street Sweets | 13 E. River St. | 4515 Habersham St.
What they’re all about: Hand-dipped and world famous
Insider pick: World-famous pralines
Runner-up: Savannah’s Candy Kitchen
Chocolate
River Street Sweets | 13 E. River St. |4515 Habersham St.
What they’re all about: Sweet, fruity, dark, nutty, salty and much more
Insider pick: Milk chocolate sea salt caramels
Runner-up: Chocolat by Adam Turoni
Cookies
Byrd Cookie Company | 6700 Waters Ave. | 213 W. Julian St. | 423 E. River St. | 9 Mill Creek Circle A-2 (Pooler)
What they’re all about: The sweetest bite of Savannah history
Insider pick: Cheddar pecan biscuits
Runner-up: Two Smart Cookies
Cupcakes
Back in the Day Bakery | 2403 Bull St.
What they’re all about: Pretty and pleasing, with sprinkles on top
Insider pick: Old Fashioned Cupcake
Runner-up: Baker’s Pride
Custom cakes
Wicked Cakes Bakery | 38 Whitaker St.
What they’re all about: Adventurous and clever custom creations
Insider tip: Gluten-free, eggless and dairy-free options available
Runner-up: Savannah Rum Runners Bakery and Café
Doughnuts
Baker’s Pride Bakery | 840 E. Derenne Ave.
What they’re all about: Halos of joy, by the dozen
Insider pick: Classic glazed doughnut
Runner-up: Savannah Rum Runners Bakery and Café
Frozen yogurt
Lovin’ Spoons | 7400 Abercorn St., Suite 904 | 479 Pooler Parkway
What they’re all about: Get into the groove with customizable toppings and funky ambiance
Insider pick: Original tart, piled high with over 50 fruits, nuts, candies and other toppings
Runner-up: Leopold’s Ice Cream
Ice cream
Leopold’s Ice Cream | 212 E. Broughton St. | 400 Airways Ave.
What they’re all about: Classic parlor charm with a line as sizeable as its scoops
Insider tip: Skip the downtown hustle — hit the Savannah Airport location
Runner-up: Below Zero
