Plata Taqueria & Cantina Opened This Week at Whizin's Center in Agoura Hills

Just by chance tonight I discovered that the new Plata Taqueria & Cantina at the Whizin's Mall Shopping Center in Agoura is open. This is the former location of The Latigo Kid, which moved last spring to the Agoura Meadows Shopping Center on Kanan.

The hostess told me the doors opened on Tuesday night. There was a decent sized crowd in there enjoying home-style Mexican food and margaritas. Had I known they were open, I would have tried it out! No Facebook page or website that I could find as of yet, but they do have a phone number 818.735.9982. Whizin's Square is located at 28914 Roadside Drive.

Popped Fresh Gourmet Popcorn Opens in Agoura Hills

Popped Fresh is a gourmet popcorn and fudge store with over 50 flavors popped and prepared at the store that opened recently.  The store is located at 5013 Kanan Road, Agoura Hills, across the parking lot from IHOP.  Popcorn is popped fresh daily and ift baskets, tins, and boxes for every occasion are available at the store.

Popped Fresh offers over 50 flavors of fresh popped popcorn on premises. Store hours are Tuesday-Saturday 10-6, Sunday 11-3. To learn more, visit www.poppedfresh.com or call 818.707.7200.

This is the former location of Tifa Chocolate and Gelato, which moved to Whizin Market Square in May 2013.

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.

Lal Mirch Indian Restaurant Opening Soon in Agoura Hills

Update 8/27/14: Lal Mirch is now open in Agoura! Their phone number is 818.312.9690. lalmirchagourahills.com  Based on the comments to this post, sounds like they have some great food!

Original post 7/5/14: Jonathan L brought to our attention that Lal Mirch Indian Restaurant is "opening soon" at the former Pizza Hut location at 5146 Kanan Road in Agoura Hills, just north of the 101 near McDonald's.

Lal Mirch has an existing location in Studio City, with solid reviews in Yelp. According to its website at www.lmdining.com:

"Our spices are imported directly from India to preserve the quality and freshness you can taste. If you are a VEGETARIAN, then a warm welcome is extended to you with our comprehensive vegetarian menu.

Lal Mirch means red chili, one of the many spices used in Indian cooking. The role of spices and herbs goes beyond just cooking and great taste. Our chef has learnt to use this knowledge and weave them into our dishes. Ginger prevents dyspepsia, garlic reduces cholesterol and hypertension and fenugreek is a good resistance builder and with pepper often serve as antihistamines, turmeric is used for stomach ulcers and for glow of the skin.

All dishes are made to order. You can choose from mild, medium, or hot for levels of spice and our chef will prepare each dish individually to ensure freshness, quality and your satisfaction."

Rita's Roman Recipes to Open Take-Out Kitchen and Coffee Shop in Agoura Hills on Monday, July 28th

On Monday, July 28th, Rita's Roman Recipes Take-out Kitchen and Coffee Shop wil open its doors at 28708 Roadside Drive, Agoura Hills, in the Yamato/Agoura Fitness center, for breakfasts, lunches and take-out dinners.

Rita’s Gourmet Catering has been doing private catering events since 1989. In the 1990’s Rita’s Gourmet Catering began branching out into school lunch programs serving campuses all over Southern California.  Rita's Roman Recipes was the name created to expand the company's products into farmers' markets in Venice an Atwater Village. But on Monday, for the first time, Rita will open this take-out kitchen and coffee shop here in Agoura Hills.

To learn more, visit www.ritasromanrecipes.com or call 818.216.4848.

City of Agoura Hills Freeway Sign on Eastbound 101 Has Been Corrected

Last fall we grinned and giggled at the Aquora Hills sign eastbound on the 101 eastbound between Lindero Canyon and Reyes Adobe Road.

Well Caltrans must have been contacted because the new sign gives us no reason to laugh any longer. Agoura Hills is back! At least for the next 4 exits.

Pizza Hut Opened in Agoura Hills at Former Home of Golden Spoon Last Year

This is not recent news but hey, we need to keep track of this important stuff...the former home of Golden Spoon Agoura Hills at 5891 Kanan Road was re-opened as a Pizza Hut I believe sometime late last year. Golden Spoon had closed its doors on January 1, 2013. Yes, not very exciting news, but hey, you may be craving a pizza someday and will thank me for this. (818) 991-7508 www.PizzaHut.com

Blue Table Wine & Cheese Bar in Agoura Hills Grand Opening Party on May 10th

Although Blue Table Wine & Cheese Bar, located at Whizins Center in Agoura Hills, officially opened last November, the owners have decided to finally host an official Grand Opening Party on Saturday, May 10, 2014 from 5PM to 10PM. There will be free samples from over 15 wineries, free food, live music and much more.

Blue Table is a European style cafe with sidewalk seating, communal tables, local art and an eclectic atmosphere. Food is prepared in-house with fresh local seasonal produce.  Blue Table also offers culinary treats on it shelvess, from imported pastas and sauces to dressings and preserves. They also offer corporate catering, wine and cheese parties and all other special occasions.

Whizins Center is located at 28912 Roadside Drive in Agoura Hills. Visit www.bluetable.net or www.facebook.com/wineandcheesebar to learn more. Or call 818.587.2583.

The Latigo Kid Opened In New Location on Kanan Road in Agoura Hills

As mentioned in January, The Latigo Kid Retaurant & Cantina has completed its relocation from the Whizins Center to 5617 Kanan Road in the Agoura Meadows Shopping Center (cross street Thousand Oaks Boulevard). Its last day at the Whizins Center was March 15th. Latigo Kid is located in the former home of The Alamo Agoura Hills, which closed its doors on September 24, 2013. Visit their Facebook page at www.facebook.com/pages/The-Latigo-Kid/113259238703644.