End of an Era: Beloved Loudonville Import Store Closes After 30+ Years

Loudonville Loses a Good One

After more than 30 years in business, a longtime Loudonville favorite has officially closed its doors.

Genoa Importing announced on Facebook that rising costs and ongoing economic challenges forced the difficult decision to shut down, effective immediately.  This is a total bummer, and I'm sad to see it go.  When I worked in Latham, I would often stop by and grab some cutlets or eggplant parm on my way back into Albany.  Such a quality place...

Farewell Message

In their farewell message, the owners said they wanted to close “on a positive note,” while still proud of what generations of owners, employees, vendors, and customers had built over the past three decades.

From the beginning, they made their mission clear: provide personalized service and high-quality products, while treating customers like family. And for many in the Capital Region, that’s exactly what Genoa became.

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Former Employee Sums it Up Best

Former employee Ashley Germond summed it up best, describing Genoa as far more than a business,  but a true family, built through long hours, sacrifices, and genuine care for the community. She praised owners Joe and Jason for pouring their heart and soul into the store, even as food costs soared and margins shrank, and reminded everyone just how vital small businesses are to our local economy.

“Shop local. Shop small,” she wrote. “Our communities depend on them.”

For countless families in Loudonville and beyond, Genoa Importing was part of their routine, their memories, and their community.

It will surely be missed.