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Since 1932, Joe Brown’s Carmel Corn™ has been delighting customers with handcrafted carmel corn, kettle corn, and Oregon-style cheese corn. What started as a small family business has grown into a beloved Pacific Northwest tradition—one that continues to evolve while staying true to its roots.
It all began in 1932, when George Brown and his son Joe opened the first Joe Brown’s Carmel Corn shop in downtown Portland, Oregon, right next to the old United Artist Theater on Washington Street. By the mid-1930s, two more locations popped up—one on SW Broadway near the Paramount Theater and another on Sandy Boulevard near the Hollywood Theater.
The economic hardships of World War II forced Joe Brown’s Carmel Corn to close in the mid-1940s. But in 1960, Betty and her husband brought the business back to life when they opened a new store at Lloyd Center, which at the time was the largest outdoor mall in the United States. This location quickly became a local favorite, serving more than 100,000 customers per year and standing as a testament to the brand’s lasting appeal.
In 2005, Joe Brown’s Carmel Corn™ was acquired by JB’s Carmel Corn Inc., continuing the tradition of handcrafted, high-quality popcorn. Then, in 2018, exciting new ownership took the brand to the next level. Since then, Joe Brown’s Carmel Corn has expanded its online presence, making it easier than ever for fans to get their favorite treats delivered straight to their door.
From its humble beginnings in 1932 to its modern-day expansion, Joe Brown’s Carmel Corn™ remains dedicated to delivering the ultimate popcorn experience. Whether you’re grabbing a bag at one of our retail locations or ordering online, you’re tasting a piece of Portland history.
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