East Brown Cow Congratulates Tenants on "Best of Portland, Maine" Honors

East Brown Cow is proud to celebrate the outstanding achievements of six local businesses recently honored in the 25th anniversary edition of the "Best of Portland, Maine" awards. 

• Standard Baking Co –– Best Bakery

• Bangor Savings Bank –– Best Bank

• Novare Res Bier Café –– Best Beer Bar

• Gross Confection Bar –– Best Chocolatier

• Gross Confection Bar –– Best Dessert

• Gelato Fiasco –– Best Ice Cream/Gelato/FroYo

• Fore Street –– Best Restaurant Service

• Fore Street –– Best Chef, Sam Hayward
  

The accolades underscore the dedication, excellence, and passion that these local creators, innovators, and community cornerstones bring to Portland’s thriving local economy. 

“We are purposeful in choosing local tenants who are passionate about their products, many of which are locally conceived,” said East Brown Cow President & CEO, Tim Soley. “These awards showcase the exceptional quality and service that define Portland's business landscape and the incredible opportunity that locating in this dynamic, fast-changing downtown scene can mean for a small business.”

Founded in 1989 as a first-generation family business, East Brown Cow is deeply committed to preserving the architectural heritage of Portland’s historic storefronts while thoughtfully integrating modern design elements. Through careful restoration and innovative updates, the firm aims to create spaces that resonate with the city’s rich history while complementing the contemporary environment of a thriving downtown economy. 

"Our goal is to create environments that honor the past while making space for businesses that are looking to the future, ensuring these historic buildings remain vibrant and relevant," said Soley. 

East Brown Cow takes immense pride in their role as stewards of Portland’s built environment, blending tradition and innovation to enrich the Portland community for generations to come.