Takahashi Sushi Recently Closed Its Doors at the North Ranch Mall in Thousand Oaks

Takahashi Sushi recently ended its long stint (over 25 years) in the North Ranch Mall, 3835 Thousand Oaks Boulevard, Thousand Oaks. 

I go way back with Takahashi, back to the days when the Trek Bike Store (previously Westlake Cyclery) was a Tower Records Store and the Petco was a furniture store. And nobody knew about poke, unless they were from Hawaii.

Sorry to see you go, Takahashi-san, but you had an extremely long stint here in the Conejo Valley! Sushi you later!

Chianti Trattoria & Pizzeria in Agoura Hills is Closed

There's a sign on the door of Chianti Trattoria & Pizzeria in the Agoura Village Center, 29020 Agoura Road, indicating this eatery is permanently closed. 

That didn't last long. Chianti opened in September 2017. 

Fatburger Now Open at Whole Foods Plaza in Thousand Oaks

Update 6/24/18: Sign on the door indicates Fatburger Thousand Oaks to open on Monday, June 25th. Phone 805-370-8220. This is also a Buffalo's Express location, with boneless and bone-in wings!

Posted 1/31/18: Lauren Todd pointed out there's a "Fatburger Coming Soon" sign up at the former Smashburger location in the Whole Foods Plaza in Thousand Oaks (740 North Moorpark Road). "Now Hiring" No word on timing at this point nor mention on the Fatburger website at www.fatburger.com.

There are currently no other Fatburger eateries in Ventura County; previously there was a location in Ventura.

Eater Los Angeles Reports The Cheesecake Factory's New Concept, Social Monk Asian Kitchen, to Open in Westlake Village This Fall

Several CVG Facebook page followers (Michelle, Melissa and Kimbra) gave us the heads up on this one! Eater Los Angeles reported this morning that The Cheesecake Factory is creating a new fast casual eatery concept - Social Monk Asian Kitchen - and that the first location will be at The Promenade at Westlake here in the Conejo Valley. The eatery will feature dishes with a variety of Asian influences. 

According to Delish, Social Monk will not be serving cheesecake! Sheesh! But they do indicate dishes such as noodles, sandwiches, curries, etc.

Speaking of The Promenade at Westlake, Shake Shack plans to open a location here by late 2018.

The Stand is Now Open in Calabasas

UPDATE: The Stand is now open in Calabasas.

The Stand Calabasas is anticipated to open this month at 23683 Calabasas Road (Courtyard at the Commons; across the road from The Commons at Calabasas.

The Stand offers a variety of delicious burgers, "Standwiches," Chicken Standwiches, Salads, Hot Dogs and more. 

Other locations currently in Encino, Century City, Woodland Hills, Northridge, Irvine, Pasadena and Newport Beach.

Learn more at www.thestandlink.com.

XL Steakhouse Now Open in Former Home of Prime Steakhouse in Agoura Hills

Update 6/25/18: XL Restaurant is now open! That was quick! xlrestaurants.com 8180474-2295

Prime Steakhouse closed its doors in Agoura on Thursday, May 31st. The owners announced that after five wonderful years, they were looking to focus on their two Ventura restaurants and possibly pursue another one in Ventura or Camarillo. 

The new owners have signs up at indicating their new concept, XL Steakhouse, will be opening soon. The sign says X Libes / Meats / Vibes is a vibe inspired steakhouse with classy cocktails and craft everything. For updates, visit www.xlrestaurants.com.

Previous occupants of this space most recently included Sunset Room (closed in December 2012) and Chapter 8 Steakhouse and Lounge (closed in 2010)

Location is 29020 Agoura Road in the Agoura Village Center.

Go Greek Yogurteria Now Open at The Oaks Shopping Center in Thousand Oaks

Go Greek Yogurteria opened recently at The Oaks in Thousand Oaks, in the space previously occupied by Paciugo Gelato, near Dick's Sporting Goods.

Go Greek's menu includes Fresco (fresh Greek yogurt creations), Kyro (self-serve Greek frozen yogurt), Parfaits and coffee.

The fresh Greek yogurt is prepared daily on site. House flavors include Regular, Low Fat, Greek Honey, Sour Cherry, Strawberry, Hazelnut and Rose. Rotating flavors include Fig, Coconut, Peanut Butter & Jelly and Carrot. Season flavors include Lemon, Blueberry Lavender and Cookies & Cream.

Toppings include strawberries, raspberries, blackberries, blueberries, Gojo berries, dark chocolate shavings, bananas, hemp seeds, walnuts, dates and more.

Frozen yogurt flavors include chocolate, coconut, mocha, Greek honey and more.

Learn more at www.gogreekyogurt.com.

Fresh flavored Greek yogurts.

Afters Ice Cream at The Collection at RiverPark in Oxnard Opened on June 9th

We noticed the big line outside of the brand new Afters Ice Cream at The Annex at The Collection at RiverPark in Oxnard this past Sunday.  Afters' grand opening was the day before. 

You'll find unique flavors like Milk and Cereal, Cookie Monster and Jasmine Milk Tea at Afters. You'll also find the Milky Bun™ - a mix of a glazed bun with ice cream stuffed in between. We didn't try it but it looks absolutely delish!

More info at www.aftersicecream.com.

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