Situated just inside the entrance, the produce department will be a key draw for the new store.

The butcher section carries a wide array of fresh packaged meats, including beef, poultry, pork and other selections.

Lidl stores are known for their fresh bakery, where customers also can get loaves of bread sliced.

One of the largest areas of the West Babylon store is the spacious frozen/refrigerated foods department.

Lidl spelled out the savings it offers shoppers versus previous tenant Best Market.

In its general merchandise and seasonal aisles, Lidl creates a “treasure hunt” shopping experience, highlighted by “Lidl Surprises” signs.

Lidl’s market research found that Long Islanders like ready-to-go, fresh-sliced deli meats and cheeses.

Based in Germany, Lidl is able to spice up its product mix with European offerings.

Lidl has garnered awards for its beer and wine offerings.

Customers will find a broad assortment of fresh and frozen fish and other seafood.

Organic items are a staple offering in produce and across departments.

In its baby care aisle, Lidl gets high marks for its disposable diapers.

Long Islanders will find better-than-expected value in the floral area.

A bulk food display in the center store lets customers pour their own nuts and candy.

Shoppers also can meet their pet care needs at the West Babylon Lidl.

Next week, Lidl plans to open its next Long Island store in Huntington, N.Y., with the other announced stores in the region opening by summer 2020.