Caribbean Haven Announces It Will Be Opening a New Location in Thousand Oaks

UPDATE: Announcement made 10/15/22 that the Thousand Oaks location will not be opening.

Caribbean Haven announced via its Instagram page that it has signed a lease and will be the new occupant of 593 N. Moorpark Road, Thousand Oaks. This was the former home of Pieology (closed in July 2018), Fit2BeThai (late 2012) and awhile back, Olga’s Kitchen.

Caribbean Haven's first location in Montalvo Square in Ventura is a very highly Yelp rated fast casual eatery offering Caribbean, Filipino and vegan food. Learn more about them at www.caribbeanhaven.com.

The owner is anticipating an opening date somewhere between mid-Dec and Feb 1 (which based on my experience watching local grand opening time frames means late summer to early fall 2021 lol). We shall see and be optimistic.

Congrats to our soon to be new Conejo Valley eatery.

Naru Bento Coming Soon to Janss Marketplace in Thousand Oaks

A new eatery called Naru Bento is "coming soon" to Janss Marketplace in the former Subway location, next to one of my favorite boba places in town, Matcha. No other details at this time. Bento meals usually include rice or noodles, fish or meat, veggies and other items.

Compilation of soon to be opening eateries and recently opened eateries throughout Ventura County at THIS LINK.

Wingstop Coming Soon to Janss Marketplace in Thousand Oaks

The third tenant in the space previously occupied by Hooters at Janss Marketplace has been signed. Wingstop will be joining a drive through Starbucks and California Fish Grill at this future location. The existing building is being demolished to make room for new construction. My guess is we’ll see the new eateries opening in mid-2021, but we’ll see.

Chakaa Tea Cafe Coming Soon to Newbury Park

The Chakaa Tea Cafe sign is up in the Walmart/Walgreens center at 520 N. Ventu Park Road, Suite 140, Newbury Park, in the former home of Rave Organics Cafe. No other information at this point, so stay tuned.

Emil's Bake House in Agoura Hills is a Fantastic Addition to the Conejo Valley

Emil’s Bake House opened at the Shops at Kanan Village, 5005 Kanan Road, Agoura Hills (at Agoura Road), south of the 101, in December 2019.

Emil's carries a fantastic, freshly-baked assortment of pastries, breads, desserts, fruit tarts, cakes, muffins and more, not to mention fresh quiche, They bake everything right here! Lavazza coffee, fresh juices and Pinkberry frozen yogurt too.

I tried. I liked. Bought an assortment of pastries and other baked goodies. There’s a huge selection. Run 20 miles before you go here to burn off the calories needed to consume more.

Emil's has been in operation since 1962 with its location in West Los Angeles. Learn more at emilsbakehouse.com or call 818-532-7664. Open Tues-Sat 8am to 6pm and Sun 9am to 3pm. Closed Mondays.

Ladyface Alehouse in Agoura Hills is Now Tavern Tomoko and Ladyface Brewery

Recently, Ladyface Alehouse & Brasserie in Agoura Hills changed ownership and rebranded as Tavern Tomoko and Ladyface Brewery.

The new concept brings together contemporary Japanese small plates (grilled skewers, hot and cold tapas, etc.) and American gastropub fare (burgers, sandwiches, sliders, etc.) along with the Ladyface craft ales, cocktails and more that we've enjoyed since 2009.

Located at 29281 Agoura Road (at Kanan). Visit www.taverntomoko.com or call 818.477.4566.

Urban Vejjie Now Open at The Shoppes at Westlake (Now Closed)

URBAN VEJJIE CLOSED ITS DOORS IN THE MARCH 2021 TIME FRAME. SORRY TO SEE THEM GO.

Urban Vejjie at The Shoppes at Westlake opened its doors yesterday, June 23rd, offering vegetarian/vegan specialties - salads, toasts, veggie/vegan burgers and sandwiches, bowls, soups and desserts. Visit www.urbanvejjie.com for the menu. Open 11am to 8pm Monday through Saturday. Closed Sunday. 818-699-6484

Sage Plant Based Bistro & Brewery Now Open at the Whizin Market Square in Agoura Hills

Sage Plant Based Bistro & Brewery is now open at the Whizin Market Square in Agoura Hills at 5046 Cornell Road. Located in the former Hugo's space, Sage is currently open for curbside pickup and delivery as well as dine-in. (818) 707-0300 www.sageveganbistro.com

Menu includes appetizers, salads, soups, entrees, bowls, sandwiches, wraps, tacos, pizza and more, as well as a complete breakfast menu. Some example items:

Brazilian Burrito - Plantains, mushrooms, leeks, chopped jalapeño, black beans, organic brown rice, avocado, garlic aioli & habanero cream 'cheese' in a whole wheat tortilla wrap. Spicy raw sauce on the side.

Miso Rainbow Bowl - Organic brown rice topped w/ seaweed salad, tofu, fried eggplant, spicy pickled cabbage, cucumber, carrot, corn, edamame, sesame seeds & crispy onions. Soy ginger vinaigrette and miso dressing on the side.

Farmer's Lasagna - Organic lasagna noodles w/ local farm fresh seasonally available vegetables. Layered w/ pesto, dill cashew cheese, organic house-made marinara and Follow Your Heart mozzarella. Topped w fresh basil.

Taco Salad - Jackfruit 'carnitas', brown rice, black beans, chopped romaine lettuce, cabbage, avocado, pico de gallo, spicy avocado dressing, habanero cream cheese, pickled jalapeño, pickled cabbage & corn tortilla strips on an organic corn tostada.

Peebee & Jay's Now Open in Newbury Park

UPDATE: Peebee & Jay’s Newbury Park opened in August. Currently open 10:30am to 4pm Monday through Saturday.

Long-time CVG friend Dawn Viet pointed out that the sign "Peebee & Jay's" is up at the Thousand Oaks Marketplace (aka Walmart/Walgreen plaza) at 520 N. Ventu Park Road. Located directly to the right of Dong Ting Spring Chinese Cuisine and two doors from Jimmy John's on the right.

Peebee & Jay's, with locations in Carpinteria and Port Hueneme, offers an interesting array of sandwiches, soups and salads. Quite a delicious sounding array of sandwiches, such as "Chicken Dressed Up Like a Salad" (sliced chicken, avocado, bacon, balsamic rosemary spread, french fried onions, etc.) as well as PB&J sandwiches like "Smore Peebee Please" (pb, Nutella and marshmallow fluff). Stay tuned on timing.

www.peebeeandjaysonline.com