‘He will be greatly missed’: Buffalo restaurateur Tommy Cowan dies

by: Rhiannon Browning

Published: May 7, 2024 / 6:28 p.m. EDT

Update: May 7, 2024 / 6:28 p.m. EDT

BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) – Tommy Cowan, a well-known Buffalo restaurateur, has died.

Cowan owned Doc Sullivan’s and Forty Thieves of South Buffalo in Elmwood Village. He was also a partial owner of Patrick’s Rooftop in downtown Buffalo.

Those close to him say he was an icon.

William Paladino, Cowan’s business partner and friend, said Cowan had a huge impact on the area’s dining scene.

“Tommy was an icon and the GOAT in this business and will be remembered as such,” Paladino said. “He will be greatly missed. »

Doc Sullivan’s and Forty Thieves are closed until further notice to give loved ones time to grieve.