La Gita Kitchen and Focacceria Coming to County Line Shopping Center in Westlake Village

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La Gita Kitchen and Focacceria is coming to the County Line Shopping Center at 4619 Lakeview Canyon Road in Westlake Village, taking over the former StretchCoast space. The takeout and catering kitchen will offer freshly baked focaccia, sandwiches, salads, and charbroiled chicken, with wine and beer available for offsite consumption following City Council approval on April 22.

La Gita is co-owned by local resident Kyle Lopez, who worked at Stonefire Grill from 2008 to 2020 and served as its Chief Operating Officer. His mother and co‑owner, Mary Harrigan, co‑founded Stonefire Grill in 2000. Stonefire was sold in 2016, and now the family is bringing this promising new takeout concept to Westlake Village. Kyle indicated that La Gita is targeting a late‑2026 grand opening.

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

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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

El Sancho Loco Cantina and El Sanchito in Westlake Village Have Closed Their Doors

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El Sancho Loco Cantina and El Sanchito in Westlake Village announced today that they have closed their doors after 2 1/2 years at this location in the North Ranch Shopping Plaza.

However, Ell Sancho Loco Taqueria is still open for business at their first location on Michael Drive in Newbury Park. Learn more at elsancholocotaqueria.com

Cici's Cafe in Westlake Village Rebrands as Lady C's

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Cici's Cafe in Westlake Village (and its original location in Tarzana) rebranded as Lady C's this past weekend. Same owners, same employees, same menu. They indicate the change, after 20 years in business, is due to a trademark issue.

Some of their most popular items include Tiramisu Pancakes, Green Tea Tiramisu Pancakes and Souffle Pancakes They originated in Tarzana in 2006 and their Westlake Village location at 30990 Russell Ranch Road (across from Lure Fish House) opened in 2016. www.ciciscafe.com

Osteria La Buca Coming Soon to The Shoppes at Westlake Village (Opening Monday, April 27th)

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UPDATE: Osteria La Buca Westlake Village announced it will be opening at The Shoppes at Westlake Village for dinner service on Monday, April 27th and is now accepting reservations via OpenTable. Lunch service will start on Wednesday, April 29th. Street address is 30770 Russell Ranch Road.

The future tenant slated for the former 101 North Eatery space at The Shoppes at Westlake Village is Osteria La Buca. This Italian eatery has other locations in the Melrose district in Los Angeles and in Sherman Oaks. Osteria La Buca brings a warm, rustic Italian experience to Los Angeles with handmade pastas, fresh seasonal dishes, and ingredients sourced from their own private farm in West LA and nearby farmers’ markets. www.osterialabuca.com

Boule de Pain to Open February 1st at The Shoppes at Westlake Village

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Novo Cafe at The Shoppes at Westlake Village announced today that starting February 1st, Boule de Pain French Bakery Cafe will be serving their fresh artisan bakery and breads, plus breakfast, from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily. The bakery will be co-located with Novo Cafe in Suite G at 3070 Russell Ranch Road.

There's a 20% off flyer available on the Boule de Pain IG page at @bouledepainla

Shared today by Novo Cafe at @novo_westlakevillage

Toastique at The Shoppes at Westlake Village to Open in 2026

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We first mentioned that Toastique is coming to The Shoppes at Westlake Village a year ago. Recently their sign went up and they indicate they will be opening this year. Their menu features gourmet toast, smoothies, cold-pressed juices, smoothie bowls, coffee, espresso, and more. Located next to Tifa Chocolate & Gelato in the space previously occupied by Hummus Lali, Urban Vejjie, and Greens Up. Another Toastique location opened recently in Porter Ranch. Learn more at toastique.com.

Cava Coming to the Westlake Plaza

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No sign up yet, but they are working away on the future Cava at the Westlake Plaza, 968 S. Westlake Blvd, in Westlake Village in the former Natural Cafe. Cava offers Mediterranean bowls and pitas with shawarma, falafel, lamb, steak, hummus and more in a fast-casual setting. The nearest existing Cava location is at 6256 Topanga Canyon Blvd in Woodland Hills. The first Cava opened in 2011 in Maryland and it has grown to 415 locations across the U.S. You can put your money where your mouth is with Cava, which went public with its stock (symbol CAVA) in 2023. It has a current market cap of $5.6 billion. More info at cava.com. 

Currently taking applications at cava.com/careers.

Sign is up as of mid-January