Scope News readers once again took time to weigh in on their favorite local businesses as part of our second annual “Local Favorites” contest.

The winners a ross a wide range of categories are listed below and, except in the case of a tie, each will receive a certificate recognizing their achievement as a 2025 Local Favorite.

As with last year’s tally, several races came down to the wire. If one of your go-to spots didn’t make the list this year, be sure to vote in next year’s contest and encourage your friends and neighbors to do the same.

Best Breakfast / Brunch
Fitz on Main

Best Burger / Sandwich (Tied)
Big Burger Spot
The Loop

Best Date Night Dinner
Outwest Steakhouse

Best International Cuisine
Don Juan’s

Best Cafe / Sweets
Savage Roasters

Best Nightlife (Tied)
Game On
Social Habit

Best Food Truck (Tied)
Rockin Moroccan
JJ’s Cuban Kitchen
Twin City Minis

Best Local Retail Shop
119 on North Boutique

Best Salon / Spa
Lashtastic Lounge

Best Pet Services
Hopkins Road Animal Hospital

Best Auto Services
Choice Tire & Automotive

Best Home Repair Service
Dinomite Heating & Cooling

Best Real Estate Agent
Renata Amaral

Best Insurance Agent
Susanna Nunn

Best Fitness / Martial Arts
Adonai BJJ

Best Tattoo / Body Art
Black Clover Tattoo Collective

Congratulations to all of our 2025 winners, and big thanks to everyone who took the time to vote and support local businesses this year.