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The Pho & Tea eatery in the food court area at The Oaks mall has closed its doors. Pho & Tea opened its doors in December 2017 in the space previously occupied by Tacone Wraps (which I have delicious memories of).
Pho & Tea indicated via its Facebook page that it is relocating and will be reopening for to go and delivery for online orders via Doordash/Uber Eats on Monday, July 15th.
Makenna Koffee, with locations in Simi Valley and Valencia, is opening a 3rd location in Westlake Village in the North Ranch Shopping Center at 3825 E. Thousand Oaks Boulevard in the former Veggie Grill location (that closed in May 2023). Timing TBA. Learn more about Makenna at makennakoffee.com.
House of Bamboo tiki lounge is in process of being built at 2227 Ventura Blvd in Old Town Camarillo, between Elm and Fir, across from the Studio Channel Islands Art Center. No other details or timing at this time, other than this looks to be quite a unique place. Follow @hobtiki on Instagram for updates.
UPDATE: Lola Betty’s Kitchen will be opening on Saturday, August 10th,from noon to 6pm. www.facebook.com/lolabettyskitchen
Lola Betty's Kitchen Filipino Cuisine is coming soon to 2071 Ventura Boulevard in Old Town Camarillo. This spot was previously occupied by drive-through market Quik & Ezy, which closed in early 2020. lolabettyskitchen.com
O-R Thai Cuisine, which closed last month at The Oaks mall, plans to re-open soon at 5653 Kanan Road, next to Italia Deli, in the space previously occupied by Cuckoo Rooster. Check for updates at www.facebook.com/orauthenticthaicuisine.
Louie’s is now open at the Westlake Village Inn in the former Bogie’s at 32001 Agoura Road in Westlake Village. Open for dinner at 5 p.m. Wednesday through Sunday. Live music and dancing most nights. Visit www.clublouies.com for more information.
The 99 Cents Only Store at 950 East Avenida De Los Arboles in Thousand Oaks, along with all other 99 Cents Only stores, recently closed its doors due to the company’s financial issues. However, just a few weeks later, there is a “coming soon” sign up on the building.
In late May, Dollar Tree announced it would be purchasing up to 170 of the closed 99 Cents Only store locations and will be reopening them later this Fall.
Prior to 99 Cents Only opening at this location in early 2013, the Roller Dome roller skating facility operated here from May 1995 until October 2010.
The family-friendly light experience, Imaginarium “Where Light Meets Magic,” is brightening summer nights in Camarillo with over one-and-a-half acres of dazzling displays and luminescent wonder for a limited engagement at the Camarillo Premium Outlets.
Imaginarium is a spectacular world of enchanting forests, storybook creatures and a luminescent flower field with over 20,000 gorgeous LED roses. The exclusive engagement, running from June 14 through August 4, encompasses more than 20 eye-catching attractions, zones and experiences and includes over five million vibrant lights.
Imaginarium at Camarillo Premium Outlets’ unique collection of visual delights and incomparable attractions includes:
The Rose Garden – a dreamlike garden filled with over 20,000 gorgeous LED roses in full bloom. The luminous garden setting is perfect for a romantic date night stroll and has even been the backdrop for several marriage proposals.
The Enchanted Forest – a whimsical land of fantasy inhabited by more than 25 larger-than-life interactive creatures illuminated by millions of twinkling lights.
Endless Mirrors – visitors can step into a kaleidoscope of mirror chambers where every turn reveals a journey into a realm of boundless fascination. Each of the nine imaginative rooms will leave guests spellbound and immersed in the illusion of unending light.
Photo Boxes – guests can snap memories that will last a lifetime surrounded by visually captivating settings filled with flowers, hearts, lights, stars and more.
Immersive Activity Rooms – adults and kids alike can navigate through laser mazes, manipulate interactive art, jump on bouncing balls or maneuver through a field of punching bags as they venture through each entertaining room.
Circus Performances – delight in a collection of fantastic human feats & astonishing stage performances. The circus will present three free performances each night.
Imaginarium at the Camarillo Premium Outlets, located at 740 E. Ventura Blvd., will be open from 7 to 11 p.m. on Tuesday through Thursday and on Sundays; and from 6:30 to 11 p.m. on Friday and Saturday. Snacks and beverages are available for purchase. General admission tickets start at $21 per person, with discount ticket prices available for children ages three to 12, seniors over 62 and military with valid I.D. Children under three are free. Parking is free. Additional information and tickets can be found at imaginarium360.com and by calling (725) 272-2700.
About Imaginarium:
Founded in 2011 by a team of entertainment fanatics who set out to create the first-ever Chinese Lantern Festival in the United States, the International Culture Exchange Group has to date successfully launched over 50+ acclaimed family entertainment attractions. Follow Imaginarium on Instagram and become a fan on Facebook at @imaginarium360. For more information or to purchase tickets, please visit imaginarium360.com or call (725) 272-2700.
Buster's OG BBQ & Grill is now in "soft opening" mode in the Skyline Plaza, 2835 Thousand Oaks Blvd in Thousand Oaks, next to Baskin Robbins. Check their IG page for details at @bustersogbbq or visit their website at www.bustersogbbq.com.
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