PizzaRev to Open Location at Camarillo Premium Outlets This Fall

Update 10/18/14: PizzaRev Camarillo is anticipating a grand opening date of November 6th.

Pizzas soon to be devoured at PizzaRev Oxnard

Original Post: 5/25/14: PizzaRev "Craft Your Own" Pizza opened its first Ventura County location in Oxnard in August 2013. Recently I noticed a Camarillo PizzaRev location is "coming soon" on the PizzaRev website. I asked PizzaRev when and where and the indicated the new Camarillo PizzaRev will be located at the Camarillo Premium Outlets and is anticipated to open "October-ish." For updates, visit the PizzaRev website at PizzaRev.com.

Make your own pizza is the latest big food trend! Locally we've also seen Pieology open in Thousand Oaks in August 2013, MOD "Made on Demand" Pizza coming to Newbury Park in late summer 2014 and Pitfire Pizza coming to Westlake Village at some point soon.

Bowl of Heaven Acai Bowls, Smoothies and Juice Bar Opens in Westlake Village

Bowl of Heaven opened late last week at the Shoppes at Westlake Village, 30768 Russell Ranch Road, Suite D. Bowl of Heaven serves up health and tasty Acai bowls, smoothies and juices. Each Acai bowl is custom made with fresh, frozen and exotic super fruits. Learn more at bowlofheaven.com or call 818.991.0234.

Tried and liked this Sea Sider Acai Bowl

Jeannine's Gourmet Food Hall Now Open at the Shoppes at Westlake Village

Jeannine's Gourmet Food Hall officially opened its doors this past Sunday, October 12th, at the Shoppes at Westlake Village, 30770 Russell Ranch Road, Suite G.

Jeannine's Bakery & Restaurant has operated in Santa Barbara since 1985, serving up unique items from its bakery and other natural, authentic foods. Open for breakfast and lunch. Breakfast menu includes egg dishes, benedicts and sweets and grains such as pancakes, french toast and oatmeal dishes. Lunch menu includes burgers, sandwiches, salads and more. Conejo Valley and surrounding area residents now can enjoy Jeannine's right here in town.

Dawn B provided this photo of the breakfast menu.

More information at www.jeannineswestlakevillage.com.

Hook Burger to Open at The Shoppes at Westlake Village This Coming Fall

Update 10/9/14: Hook Burger Westlake Village is now open to the public.

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Hook Burger is on the "Hook" to open at The Shoppes at Westlake Village this coming fall, along with a number of other new eateries and retailers. Founded by the folks with 35 years of burger experience with The Habit. Hook burgers are humanely raised, 100% USDA lean beef and chicken is fresh and hormone and antibiotic free. Learn more at hookburger.com.

The new Target store at The Shoppes opened on July 22nd.

New McDonald's to Open Soon on Riverpark Blvd in Oxnard - Are You Loving It?

On a recent visit to The Collection at RiverPark we noticed a new McDonald's under construction on the southwest corner of Riverpark Boulevard and East Vineyard Avenue in Oxnard. The actual address is 110 Riverpark Boulevard, though on the map that address is shown about four blocks east of this intersection...apparently Google Maps is slightly off.

In any case, look for this 8th Oxnard McDonald's location to be opening sometime soon. There are approximtely 25 McDonald's locations in Ventura County, including nearby Westlake Village and Agours Hills. More on this location at www.mcstate.com/35319.

Lamppost Pizza in Moorpark Closed but Jax Pizza Opened Back in July

Having lost the Newbury Park Lamppost Pizza back in December 2011, on occasion we try to stop by the Westlake Village and Moorpark Lamppost Pizzas. But last weekend we discovered the Moorpark location is no longer there, and the space at 530 New Los Angeles Avenue is now occupied by Jax Pizza.

Upon further investigation, Lamppost Pizza Moorpark served its customers for the last time on July 21st, while Jax Pizza opened within a week as evidenced at www.facebook.com/JaxPizzaPlace.

Jax Pizza serves up pizza (duh!), sandwiches, salads, pastas, beer, wine and more. They also have Friday night karaoke. Visit jaxpizzaplace.com for more information or call 805.529.6220.

MOD Pizza Grand Opening in Newbury Park Set for Thursday, October 2nd

MOD PIZZA OPENS IN NEWBURY PARK 

The Original Superfast Pizza Continues California Expansion and Supports Local Cause

MOD Pizza will celebrate the grand opening of its Newbury Park store at The Village at Newbury Park, 1015 Broadbeck Drive, on Thursday, October 2nd.

There will be a ribbon cutting ceremony at 4:45pm and doors will open at 5:00pm. The first 52 guests will each enjoy a free individual, artisan-style pizza or hand-tossed salad, and the chance to win free pizza for a year. Additional giveaways and tastings will continue throughout the day. Visit modpizza.com/locations/newbury-park for more information.

As part of MOD’s ongoing effort to “Spread MODness,” 100% of all opening day sales will be donated to the Sequoia Middle School Boys & Girls Club to support their mission to guide youth within the Newbury Park community towards academic success, good character and citizenship, and healthy lifestyles. 

MOD’s individual artisan-style pizzas are made on demand, using organic fresh-pressed dough and signature sauces. Guests can create their own pizzas and salads, using any combination of 30 featured toppings, or they can choose from a menu of MOD classics. Pizzas and salads are the same price regardless of the number of toppings. Pizzas are hand-cooked in an 800 degree oven in less than 3 minutes and salads are hand-tossed in front of the customer. MOD also serves local draft beers, wine, handspun milkshakes, and house-made lemonades and iced teas.

MOD currently operates 21 stores in Washington, Oregon, California, Arizona and Colorado, with more than 30 stores slated to open across eight markets by the end of 2014.

Seattle based MOD Pizza was founded in 2008 by Scott and Ally Svenson, and was inspired by the couple’s love of Italian street-style pizza, their desire for authentic, affordable and fast dining options for their busy family and the idea that a great company could be built around people. Above all, MOD is about putting people first – both guest and team members - and is striving to redefine the fast food experience.

Cronies Sports Grill to Open Its New Location in Agoura Hills on September 11

Update 9/11/14: Cronies Agoura Hills announced on its Facebook page yesterday that it is opening its doors today, September 11, 2014, at 3pm at 5687 Kanan Road.

Original Post 4/21/14: Thanks to a tip from a CVG follower, we've learned that Cronies Sports Grill will be opening its fifth location in Agoura Hills on the corner of Kanan and Thousand Oaks Boulevard in the location most recently occupied by Angel Cafe. This was confirmed by a call to Cronies, indicating they are targeting a July/August grand opening date.

Cronies has operated in Ventura County for over 23 years, currently with locations in Camarillo, Ventura, Simi Valley and Newbury Park (which has now been open over 3 years...my how time flies!). Cronies is known for outstanding, icy cold 20 oz beer schooners and great burgers, sandwiches and salads. I'm a fan of their curly fries. And always friendly service in all locations.