New Businesses Bloom in Cobleskill

Sushi, ramen, hotel renovations, and a new liquor store open in the village

Mar. 10, 2026 at 8:34pm

The Village of Cobleskill is seeing a burst of new business activity this spring, with the opening of a sushi and ramen restaurant, the renovation of the former Ramada hotel, and the construction of a new liquor store. These new additions are bringing fresh energy and economic opportunities to the community.

Why it matters

The arrival of these new businesses signals a period of growth and revitalization for Cobleskill, a small village in upstate New York. The investments in the local economy and changes to the commercial landscape could attract more visitors and residents, boosting the overall vitality of the community.

The details

Wei Sushi and Ramen, owned by Gangwei Zheng, had a soft opening on Tuesday in the former Tagua Nut space on Main Street. This is Zheng's second location, with the first being in Canajoharie. Above Price Chopper, the former Top of the Town hotel is being renovated into a new Ramada, set to open on March 18 with a pool opening in about three months and a bowling alley and restaurant to follow next year. Additionally, a new retail space at the corner of Union and Main streets is under construction and will reportedly become a liquor store.

  • Wei Sushi and Ramen had a soft opening on Tuesday, March 10, 2026.
  • The Ramada hotel is set to open on Wednesday, March 18, 2026.
  • The Ramada's pool is expected to open in about three months.
  • The Ramada's bowling alley and restaurant are planned to open by next year.

The players

Gangwei Zheng

The owner of Wei Sushi and Ramen, which is opening a second location in Cobleskill.

Ramada

The hotel chain that is renovating the former Top of the Town hotel in Cobleskill.

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The takeaway

The influx of new businesses in Cobleskill, ranging from a sushi restaurant to a revamped hotel, demonstrates the village's ability to attract investment and evolve with the times. These developments could revitalize the local economy and make Cobleskill an even more attractive destination for residents and visitors alike.