Received word from Leon that the former Islands in Simi Valley (1213 Simi Town Center Way) that closed in late 2020 has a sign indicating Kalaveras Mexican Cuisine is coming soon.

Kalaveras is a fast casual eatery featuring Mexican and Latin American cuisine with vibrant colors, art, music and culture of El Dia de los Muertos (kalavera means "skull" in Spanish).

They currently have 12 locations (closest in Pasadena, West LA and Silver Lake) with 13 new locations coming soon, including this one, North Hollywood and Burbank.

More info at kalaveras.com.