Visions for Vacancies: What do You Want to See Along Route 9?

Today, you get to play town planner--at least in the comments section here--by telling us what dream businesses you would like to see moving into Brookline. 

Commuters and residents who drive along Route 9 in Brookline Village, between Cypress and Washington Streets, will see a number of local businesses--such as , the --and larger names like Ace Tickets  and Dunkin Donuts.

They may also pass the former Red Cab site--for which Brookline Town Meeting approved --which is empty and could be due for renovation. Another storefront further down the street, near the old Lincoln School, stands empty.

? What kind of businesses do you want to see along this part of Route 9?

A few months ago, we asked , following the news of and coming into Coolidge Corner. Suggestions included more vegan dining options and independent cafes. One reader suggested a branch of Jamaica Plain's .