Hooters Closes + Ice Cream Shop Helps Shelter Pets + New Just Salad Location + Health Restaurant Opens

LONG ISLAND, NY — Patch rounds up the week's top business buzz from across Long Island. Take a look at the week in review of new restaurants and shops, standout local artisans, and the owners and managers who give our businesses heart and dedication.

Hooters Of Farmingdale Closes, Former Workers Reflect On 'Sisterhood'

Although Hooters in Farmingdale has officially shut its doors on Monday, former coworkers are sharing how their friendships with one another will last a lifetime. Patch spoke with multiple workers, and whether they have been working there for nearly 3 years or 13 years, they all agreed on one thing – they were family. Read more.

‘A Scoop For Love’: Smithtown Students, Ice Cream Shop Team Up To Help Shelter Pets Find Homes

Valentine’s Day in Smithtown came with a sweet twist this year as students, local leaders, and a hometown ice cream shop joined forces to turn desserts into a message of compassion for shelter animals. Read more.

New Chapter For The Corner Bar In Sag Harbor Honors Iconic Spot's Storied Past While Looking Ahead

It's a new chapter for The Corner Bar in Sag Harbor, which closed in February after 48 years — the business was established in 1978 — leaving a lifetime of memories in the minds and hearts of all who've gathered over decades for last call at a place that felt like home. Read more.

It's Not Over Yet: Still Time To Enjoy Iconic Eckart's, Open For 115 Years; 'Slight Delay' In Closing Date

The owners of Eckart's Luncheonette in Westhampton Beach announced on social media Monday that the iconic eatery, set to close after 115 years, will keep its doors open just a little while longer. Read more.

Just Salad Opens In Massapequa Park

Massapequa Park residents looking to get some more plant-based meals in their diet will have a new option to do so, thanks to the opening of a new Just Salad location at 4962 Merrick Road. Just Salad officials said the chain location would be rolling out a week-long slate of opening promotions starting Monday, Feb. 23. Read more.

Cupcakes With A Cause: Garden City Bakery Empowering Adults With Disabilities To Join Annual Food Event

The Garden City-based bakery Special Sweets will be participating in an annual event to support children and adults with developmental disabilities. The bakery itself provides hands-on vocational training and has a diverse team of individuals with Autism, Intellectual, and Developmental Disabilities. Read more.

Smoothies, Superfoods, And $50 In Rewards: Toastique Opening In Woodbury Soon

The new health-focused restaurant, Toastique, has announced its grand opening in Woodbury will be on Saturday, Feb. 28. This fast-casual spot will be the first of its name on Long Island, and will be managed by Northport residents and husband-and-wife team Chris and Andrea Pedersen. Read more.

J. Crew Offering Special Grand Opening Offer, And Chance To Win $250 Gift Card At Holbrook Store

J. Crew Factory is offering customers who visit its opening weekend at The Shoppes at Sun Vet in Holbrook a surprise grand-opening offer, and a chance to enter to win a $250 gift card to use at the store. The Holbrook location is "tentatively" set to open Feb. 26. Read more.

Old Navy, Sunglass Hut, RS Vault Coming To Green Acres Mall

The Green Acres Mall is set to get a trio of new tenants this year, thanks to a trio of leases signed and approved in January. The Town of Hempstead’s Industrial Development Agency approved the tenancy of Old Navy, Sunglass Hut, and RS Vault at its Jan. 27 meeting, clearing the way for the three retailers to set up shop. Read more.

Trader Joe's Celebrated With Visit From Brookhaven Councilwoman

Brookhaven Town Councilwoman Jane Bonner marked the opening of Trader Joe's in Miller Place with a second ribbon-cutting celebration on Monday. Read more.