Buster's OG BBQ & Grill Coming Soon to Thousand Oaks (Opened in June 2024)

UPDATE 6/8/24: Buster’s OG announced on its Instagram page that they are now open in “soft opening” mode.

Got the heads up from Brianna H via the CVG Facebook Page that Buster's OG BBQ & Grill is coming soon to the former Grabbagreen location in the Skyline Plaza in Thousand Oaks. Buster's opened its Ventura location last year. www.bustersogbbq.com

(Grabbagreen consolidated its Thousand Oaks locations to 593 Moorpark Blvd (near Bandits BBQ and Peets Coffee) awhile back. www.grabbagreen.com/stores/healthy-food-thousand-oaks/34012).

101 BBQ Hut Announces It Will Be Opening Later This Year at The Shoppes at Westlake Village

On Tuesday, the owner of 101 BBQ Hut announced via Facebook that he will be opening a new location at The Shoppes at Westlake Village in the former home of Hook Burger. Stay tuned.

101 BBQ Hut was previously located at 1610 E. T.O. Blvd from January 2020 to July 2021 in the space now occupied by The Fisherman’s Wife.

We have a bit of “musical restaurants” going on it seems but hey, it’s all good.

Jügo Organic Eatery & Wellness Bar Coming in Spring 2023 to the Oakbrook Plaza in Thousand Oaks (Soft Opening May 16th)

UPDATE: Jügo Organic Eatery & Wellness Bar will be opening its doors in soft opening mode this coming Tuesday, May 16th in the Oakbrook Plaza in Thousand Oaks, 1772 Avenida De Los Arboles, Suite I (between Subway and Supercuts). www.jugoorganic.com

UPDATE 2/7/23: Opening in March and accepting applications at careers@jugoorganic.com. www.jugoorganic.com

Thank you Michael M for sending over this photo of Jügo Organic Eatery & Wellness Bar, which will be opening in the spring of 2023 at the Oakbrook Plaza in Thousand Oaks, 1772 Avenida De Los Arboles, Suite I (between Subway and Supercuts). The photo shows what appears to be an acai bowl and organic juices. No other info at this point, so stay tuned.

The Grill on the Alley Thousand Oaks at The Promenade at Westlake to Close Its Doors on October 29th

The Grill on the Alley at The Promenade at Westlake in Thousand Oaks has confirmed that it will be closing its doors at close of business on Saturday, October 29th. The Grill has served the Conejo Valley since 2008. Its Beverly Hills location remains open. www.thegrillonthealley.com Sad to hear about this as from time to time we had nice memories here, including our son’s high school graduation dinner.

Heard but unconfirmed to be the future occupant of the space will be Red O "Taste of Mexico" (locations currently in Newport Beach, La Jolla, Santa Monica). www.redorestaurant.com

Crossroads Kitchen Now Open at The Commons at Calabasas

UPDATE: Well that was quick! Crossroads Kitchen is now open for limited reservations as of Saturday, October 15th. www.crossroadscalabasas.com

Vegan eatery Crossroads Kitchen at The Commons at Calabasas is working hard to open soon...no promises but I've heard it could be as soon as in a couple weeks. The signs are up and they are currently hiring. You'll find things like Philly Cheesesteak, Sicilian Supreme Pizza and Italian Sausage Sandwich on their menu, none of which contain animal products. Learn more at crossroadskitchen.com.

High Sweet Creamery is Coming Soon to High Street in Moorpark

High Sweet Creamery is coming soon (though I don’t know how soon) to 213 E. High Street in Moorpark (corner of High and Bard Streets). They will be offering my own preferred four food groups - ice cream, candy, pastries and coffee.

In the meantime, check out the CVG compilation of over 80 ice cream, frozen yogurt and gelato places in and around Ventura County at THIS LINK.

Zen Garden Chinese Cuisine in Oak Park Closing September 30th; Yunnan Garden to Open in the Coming Weeks

Got word this week that Zen Garden Chinese Cuisine in Oak Park at 668 Lindero Canyon Road is going through a change in ownership. It will be operating through Friday, September 30th, then in the coming weeks will reopen as Yunnan Garden, offering authentic Yunnan/Sichuan style Chinese food.

Zen Garden originally opened in May 2013, giving it a nine year, four month run. Osaka Sushi was the previous tenant in that spot for you local history buffs.

Best wishes to Lin and Yao of Zen Garden in their future endeavors.

Tiki Taco Restaurant & Beach Bar Opening in Thousand Oaks April 14th

UPDATE: Now open as of April 14, 2023.

Looks like Tiki Taco Restaurant and Beach Bar is opening soon in the former Draught's Restaurant in the Best Buy Plaza in Thousand Oaks.

In front of Tiki Taco is the anticipated future home of Amy's Drive-Thru. Looking to become a landlord? The 1 acre plot that will have a 4512 sq ft building and drive thru is currently being offered for sale and leaseback to Amy's corporate. See www.loopnet.com/Listing/400-N-Moorpark-Rd-Thousand-Oaks-CA/26268043.