Binghamton New York Area Businesses You Wish Were Still Here

I like to hear your opinion on a variety of topics. That's why from time to time, you will see me ask a question on social media to find out what your thoughts are on any particular topic.

Recently, I asked, "What former Binghamton area business do you think should make a comeback." More of what do you miss the most, even if it's impossible, what would you like to see still be in business in our community?

Well, as always, I received a mountain of answers. Thanks! Here are some business names mentioned by our listeners. Do you miss these long-gone businesses as well?

Nikki R. misses our local Drive-Ins. Does anyone want to open one up?

An vacant drive in movie theatre and its vintage speaker. — Thinkstock

Vincent S. misses Sharkey's. Me too, Vincent.

Gigi M. & Anthony F. would like to see the Eclipse/Esprit nightclub return. Those times were a lot of fun back in the day!

Former Eclipse Nightclub — Google Maps Street View

Mary C. misses the Bull's Head Restaurant along with El Cholo, and the Vestal Steak House with peanuts on the floor. Lots of people mentioned the Vestal Steak House.

Brian W. would like to see Unicorn Electronics make a comeback. Me too, Brian, That's where I bought a lot of my electronics over the years.

Yvonne D. would like a Friendly's back. I loved the Fishamagig sandwich!

Toby L. would love to see the return of the Five Mile Point Speedway.

John S. mentioned Kmart. There's only one left in mainland USA.

Several people mentioned that they missed the Number 5 Restaurant.

Red's Kettle Inn is also missed by many.

The original Old World Deli had its fans. Me included.

Wow. A lot of responses! Here are some of the many other mentions those in our community miss, and would love to have the business still here. Do you remember/miss these long-gone local businesses?