Sad to report that Lamppost Pizza Westlake Village (Kanan and Lindero) has closed its doors after serving the community for over 33 years. I spoke with the owner, Judy Hodgson, who will miss it but is excited to be taking a much needed break. The Newbury Park location closed on December 4, 2011.

Many, many memories were made here over the decades. Some comments from local residents on the CVG Facebook/Instagram pages:

“We've lived in Oak Park since 1991, when the Pavilions shopping center first opened. Lamppost served our community well, always a great place for team sports pizza parties or just going out with the family! You will be missed!”

“My husband’s favorite place. Sad when it closed in Newbury Park. We would go to Westlake for the pizza. Wishing the owner all the best!!”

“We were just there on Saturday (9-7) for our kids soccer party - it’s been many many years of hosting parties for our kids various sports and teams - always a nice spot, they will be missed.”

“I’m pretty sure every single person who went to OPHS or WHS is gutted right now. Sooooooo many memories at this place, we’ll love you forever Lamppost!!!”

“This is the saddest news! ❤️ we all have the best memories of lamppost. Will forever cherish those memories and the delicious food! The veggie pizza with the cashews and the bleu cheese dressing on the salads. The absolute BEST.”

“Hands down the best pizza 🍕 ever! All my team parties, trophies and yes, the ice cream bar! Well deserved Judy, you all always there with a positive energy. R.I.P to my forever card💔”

‘We just went last week with our daughter and our 3 grandkids. Didn’t realize then that it would be the last time. 😢We were remembering the many hours she (and our son) spent there on weekends, after football games, track meets and dances as far back as 20 years ago. It will be missed!”

“This is heartbreaking! Lampost is such a special spot for families 😢 They will be deeply missed in the community ❤️”

“Best pizza in town and the owner was always the nicest. Wish we would have known so we could have said good bye and had our last slice of Lamp post pizza but job well done. Enjoy your retirement.”

“HEARTBROKEN 💔 so much love and memories. one of the most magical places growing up.”

“Sooo sad to hear this 💔the place was legendary !The best veggie pizza . We have wonderful memories and had great times with family and friends through the years there. They will definitely be missed 😢😭💔”

“Noooo!! We loved going here. They had such original pizzas. And I never got tired of the little train cruising around the room.”

‘Sad news indeed; the arcade and all those AYSO participation trophies as a child will always have a special place in my heart. Thank you for serving us for all these years.”

“So sad to hear this 💔 I have loved going to Lamppost since I was a little kid and have loved getting to take my own kids! Thank you for an amazing 30+ years, we will miss it!!!”