Readers Respond: What Business Do You Miss The Most In Babylon?

BABYLON, NY — A lot of businesses have come and gone in Babylon Village, and many of them live on in memories of residents.

On Saturday, we asked Babylon Village Patch readers on Facebook the following:
"If you could bring back one local business that closed in town (it doesn't matter how long ago), which would it be?"

Babylon residents had a lot to say — almost 90 people commented about beloved businesses.

Here are some highlights of how other readers responded to our question on Facebook:

1. Wilhelms Bakery

The German pastry shop received a few shout-outs:

• Thea R. said that she "misses the apple strudel."
• Cat B. said: "The had awesome crumb cakes, strudels and black and whites."

2. Stillmans

The old-time, family run business catered to the locals with fine food and spirits. Today it is the location of The Argyle Grill & Tavern, but still received some mentions:

• Gil N.: "Stillmans !!! Best wings ever and their one and only signature, "The country tomato" !!!

• Cat B. said: "The had awesome crumb cakes, strudels and black and whites."

3. Lo-Man Outdoor Store

The store was a long-standing staple on Deer Park Avenue for years and sold outdoor gear, clothing, and shoes.

• According to one Yelp review, it was best described as a "hybrid" between hybrid of Steve & Barry's, Kohl's and Dick's Sporting Goods.

Also mentioned were retail chain Caldor, Don Ricardo's restaurant, Dippity Doughnuts, The Red Lion, and Joe's Drug Store.

Care to add to the conversation? Leave a comment and tell us what now-closed local business you would bring back.