Recognizing Outstanding Efforts
We are proud to recognize these outstanding businesses in Downtown York and we look forward to continuing to make great things happen with them! If you would like to nominate a Downtown York-based business for the Merchant of the Month award, send us an email with the business name, address, and description of why they should be chosen.
January 2024: Au naturale luxe
Au Nturale Luxe is located at 290 W. Market St. in the WeCo District of Downtown York. Owner, Pierra Anjanee, is a Licensed Esthetician & Body Sculptor. Pierra provides services like body contouring, skincare, facials, waxing, and body care. Au Naturale Luxe was recently awarded a grant from the BLOOM Business Empowerment Center, which contributed to renovations to the spa, update the branding, add a spa station, and new services.
February 2024: Kyle martin event venue
Create your dream event with the event planning expertise and excellent enhancements provided by York’s very own Kyle Moore at Kyle Martin Event Venue (1 E. Market St. Suite 102). From floral design, décor services, 360 photo booth, DJ, and catering by Men in the Kitchen, when you book at Kyle Martin Event Venue, you’re getting a customized experience to create your perfect event. Interested in booking just the venue and bringing in your own enhancements, entertainment, and catering? You can do that too! Each event is unique, from intimate ceremonies, to work conferences and meetings, to parties and celebrations, all services are designed and customized with one goal in mind: a flawless execution on your special day.
March 2024: Sniffany’s of York
Recently celebrating the grooming of her 8,000th client, Sniffany’s (23 E. King St.) owner, Sabrina Thomas has over 22 years of experience with all breeds and is AKC S.A.F.E certified and part of the National Dog Groomers Association of America. Sabrina chose Downtown York as the home of her business in 2019 because she loves the city and wanted a central location for her clients.
April 2024: The breakfast store
The Breakfast Store, located inside Penn Market at 380 W. Market St., is a dream destination for breakfast lovers! Being named Downtown Inc’s Merchant of the Month is quite the honor, and it’s well-deserved with their menu offerings. From classic breakfast sandwiches to inventive creations like smash burgers with donuts or cinnamon rolls as buns, they definitely know how to push the boundaries of traditional breakfast fare. And those potato hash breakfast bowls sound like the perfect hearty start to the day. With such a diverse and delicious menu, it’s no wonder they’re gaining recognition.
May 2024: house of flowers
Whether you’re looking for unique house plants, fresh cut flowers, thoughtful gifts, or plant merchandise, House of Flowers has got it all, and their expertise in plants is unmatched! We are also thrilled to share that House of Flowers is a proud recipient of the York County Economic Alliance BLOOM grant and is recognized as a York County Trail Towns Trail Friendly Business. Stop by and experience the beauty and charm of House of Flowers (15 N. Beaver St.) today!
June 2024: The Handsome Cab
The Handsome Cab (106 N. George St.) stands out for its incredible events that bring hundreds of visitors to #HistoricallyEdgy Downtown York, including the Champagne Stroll, Downtown York’s Amazing Race, themed wine tastings, live music, and so much more. The Handsome Cab’s second-floor Cab Gallery is also home to Just Brenda Art Studio and The Cab 5, featuring special events during First Fridays.
2023 Merchant of the Month Recipients
January: Prince Street Cafe
February: Russy’s Sweet Treats
March: Gusa by Victoria
April: Homegrown Marketplace
May: Iron Horse York
June: Archetype Pizza
July: Mudhook Brewing Company
August: Tony Orr Sons & Daughters Barber Shop
September: Cupcakes & More
October: Revival Social Club
November: Ewe & Me Yarn Shop
December: Mesa Moreira
2022 Merchant of the Month Recipients
January: LettUs Know
February: Goodridge Freedom Center
March: HIVE artspace
April: Keystone Kidspace
May: York County Human Services
June: The Cantina
July: J.R.’s Fries at Central Market
August: The Sweetest Thing
September: DJ GiGi Marrero
October: Gift Horse Brewing Company
November: Grace Manor Bed & Breakfast
December: York Revolution
2021 Merchant of the Month Recipients
January: Kaletta’s
February: Burnfish Grille
March: DiDi & Smiling Johns
April: House of Yoga
May: York Emporium
June: Dark Parlour
July: HYPE
August: Naska Bakery
September: Venture
October: Izzy’s Cupcakes
November: Escape Games Live
December: Parliament Arts Organization
