Roast Sandwich House set to expand into Babylon Village in May

Joseph Cordaro’s Roast Sandwich House is set to open its sixth location next month in Babylon Village, bringing the Long Island-born chain’s chef-driven sandwiches to Deer Park Avenue.

The fast-casual eatery, known for its house-roasted meats and artisanal ingredients, is taking over the former Babylon Bagel space at 114 Deer Park Ave.

A Hicksville native and culinary school graduate, Cordaro launched Roast Sandwich House in Melville in 2011 with a vision of combining restaurant-quality food with the convenience of fast-casual dining.

“We wanted to take the same principles you’d find in fine dining — using high-quality ingredients, making everything from scratch — and put it in a more casual setting,” Cordaro said.

Cordaro’s concept took off, leading to expansions in Hicksville, Mineola, Syosset and Bellmore.

The new Babylon location marks Roast Sandwich House’s first venture into a village setting.

“I’ve always wanted to open in a village, and Babylon was a perfect fit,” Cordaro said. “One of my investors lives and works in the area and really pushed for it. It felt like the right move.”

Undergoing a full renovation, the space will feature custom maple counters with quartz tops, detailed tile work, an open ceiling with exposed ductwork, and track lighting for an industrial-chic aesthetic. Cordaro said his team is aiming for mid-May opening.

Cordaro said Roast Sandwich House prides itself on using antibiotic-free poultry, Certified Angus Beef, fresh produce, and housemade condiments. The menu features signature sandwiches, salads, soups and sides, all made to order.

Roast Sandwich House timeline

2011: Opens first location in Melville.
2016: Hicksville location opened.
2019: Mineola location opened.
2023: Roast opens in Syosset.
2024: Bellmore location opened.
May 2025: Expected opening of new location in Babylon Village.

Nicholas Esposito contributed to this report.

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