Whole Foods market prepares from November Simi opening
Simi Valley Acorn
October 23, 2026
Simi Valley is about to get its first Whole Foods, and honestly, it's a moment a lot of us have been waiting for. The 35,000-square-foot store at 2631 Tapo Canyon Road opens its doors at 9 a.m. on Nov. 10, bringing organic produce, specialty foods, and that famous hot bar to our corner of the 805. As the Simi Valley Acorn first reported, this is the chain's first location here, and it's a sign of how our community has grown.
For locals, it's more than just a grocery run. It means fewer drives down the 118 for that specific brand of almond butter or a fresh-squeezed juice after a hike in the Santa Susana Mountains. It also brings new jobs and a little extra foot traffic to the Tapo Canyon area, which is always good to see.
So mark your calendar, Simi. Whether you're a longtime foodie or just curious about the buzz, Nov. 10 is worth a trip. And if you go, say hi to your neighbors in the checkout line — that's what makes this town feel like home.
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