Simi Valley Brewing Company Opening Soon in Simi Valley

Simi Valley Brewing Company is looking towards opening in the coming months at 20 W. Cochran Street in Simi Valley (cross street Madera; directly across from Costco and Chili's).

This is the former Marie Callender's location that back in 2018 was slated to become Mad Era Brewing Co but did not make it to the finish line. Current ownership is determined to make this happen.

For updates, visit their website at www.simivalleybc.com or follow them on social media.

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HiHo Cheeseburger to Open on Friday, April 24th, at The Commons at Calabasas

HiHo Cheeseburger, the only burger restaurant exclusively serving 100% grass-fed and grass-finished Wagyu beef, is set to open this Friday, April 24th, at The Commons at Calabasas.

HiHo’s Wagyu comes exclusively from New Zealand’s First Light Farms, selected for its exceptional flavor, nutritional profile, and regenerative farming practices. Naturally lower in saturated fat and higher in Omega-3s, vitamins, and antioxidants, the beef is non-GMO, certified humane, free of antibiotics and raised without mRNA vaccines.

Burgers are served on an artisanal bun custom-made for HiHo by a local baker. The fries are hand-cut, using only three ingredients: potatoes, oil, and salt. In addition, the Calabasas location will offer house-made desserts like Banana Cream Pie N’ a Go-Cup, as well as milkshakes made from scratch using just six clean ingredients. The menu will also feature fried chicken favorites created in collaboration with James Beard Award-winning Willie Mae’s Scotch House.

HiHo will share a space with Cheesesteaks by Matū (opening at a later date), which offers an elevated take on the cheesesteak. Each restaurant will feature its own walk-up ordering window, with a casual, open-air layout and shared seating.

Learn more at www.hiho.la. Hours 11:30am to 10pm daily.

Froyo & Fido to Open Friday, April 10 in the Wood Ranch Area of Simi Valley

Froyo & Fido is opening its doors at 11 a.m. on Friday, April 10th, in the Wood Ranch Shopping Center, 599B Country Club Drive in Simi Valley, next to the Starbucks.

Froyo & Fido will offer frozen yogurt and dog accessories in a fun, community setting.

Learn more at https://froyoandfido.com or on Instagram at @froyo_and_fido

Yār on the Lake Opening this Spring at The Landing in Westlake Village (UPDATE: April 14th)

UPDATE: Yar on the Lake announced they will be opening for dinner service on Tuesday, April 14th. More info at yaronthelake.com.

Zin Bistro Americana at The Landing at Westlake Lake in Westlake Village announced on Tuesday that it is currently undergoing renovations through March in preparation for reopening this spring as Yār on the Lake.

The word yār is Persian for friend. “Rooted in Persian hospitality. Inspired by Mediterranean gathering. Built for connection.

More details TBA soon. www.zinwestlake.com

Cafecito Coming Soon to Agoura Hills

Cafecito is coming soon to the Agoura Meadows Shopping Center at 5639 Kanan Road, next to Azuki Tea. Cafecito offers a mix of Cuban, Latin American, vegan, and vegetarian dishes. Signature Cuban dishes include the Cuban Sandwich, Ropa Vieja plate, Steak Chimichurri Platillo, and more. Timing TBA. Cafecito operates a location in Calabasas at 4774 Park Granada. Learn more at iheartcafecito.com.

House of Bamboo Tiki Lounge in Camarillo to Open on Wednesday, February 11th

House of Bamboo Tiki Lounge is opening next Wednesday, February 11th at 2227 Ventura Blvd in Old Town Camarillo, between Elm and Fir, across from the Studio Channel Islands Art Center.

House of Bamboo is a 21+ craft cocktail lounge that will be open 3pm to 9:30pm Wed-Sun. Bar is open seating. Reservations recommended for table seating on OpenTable starting Feb 18th. The bar will offer both drinks and food. Follow @hobtiki on Instagram for updates.