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Which closed Modesto restaurants and shops do you miss the most? Nominate your favorite

Dunlaps in McHenry Village. Pictured 2-23-83.
Dunlaps in McHenry Village. Pictured 2-23-83. (The Modesto Bee)

Do you miss skating with friends on the rink at Roller King in Modesto?

What about shopping at Dunlaps clothing store? Or browsing for music at Salty’s Record Attic?

From classic restaurants to popular stores, Modesto has seen its share of businesses close over the decades.

That’s why we are coming to you — our readers — to help us remember some of the places that were pillars in the Modesto community.

We want to know more about the local spots you grew up eating, shopping or recreating at in the city. Take us down memory lane.

Fill out the form below or click here to talk about your favorite places of yesteryear. A Modesto Bee reporter may reach out to you for a followup story or poll.

This story was originally published December 4, 2023 at 5:00 AM.

Dominique Williams
The Modesto Bee
Dominique Williams writes about new business, restaurant and retail developments for The Modesto Bee. She is a Ripon native and a graduate of Sacramento State.
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