STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — Insomnia Cookies, the late-night bakery chain known for warm, freshly baked cookies, is opening its first Staten Island location this winter at 424 Forest Ave. in West Brighton.

The storefront has been under construction since August in the former location of Beans ‘n’ Leaves, which has since moved across the street.

A company representative said, “Insomnia Cookies was inspired to open its first Staten Island location to satisfy the cravings of local Insomniacs all day and late into the night.”

Sleepless on Forest Avenue

Insomnia Cookies will be open until 3 a.m. on Thursdays through Saturdays, and until 1 a.m. from Sunday through Wednesday. Weekday hours begin at 11 a.m., and weekend hours start at noon.

The rep shared, “Located near Silver Lake, the new Insom

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