Spaghetti Western Restaurant to Open in Newhall
The new Old Town Newhall eatery will welcome guests starting in December 2026.
Updated on Oct. 21, 2026 in Dining Out
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Spaghetti Western Restaurant & Bar is scheduled to open its doors this December 2026 at 22520 Lyons Avenue in Old Town Newhall. The new establishment will cater to local residents with a menu of pizza, pasta, salads, and grilled meats.
Why it matters
The restaurant concept is designed to pay tribute to the local production professionals who live and work throughout the Santa Clarita region. Its opening brings a new gathering space to the Newhall Crossing area, offering both indoor and outdoor seating.
The venue will operate six days a week, remaining closed on Mondays. It is equipped to host large groups of at least 24 people.
The players
AJ Gilbert
He is a restaurant owner who previously managed the Luna Park Restaurant Group.
Martha Madison
She is a restaurant owner who previously managed the Luna Park Restaurant Group.
The details
The restaurant design features a thematic focus on film, incorporating movie posters and projected films to highlight local production imagery. Owners AJ Gilbert and Martha Madison also plan to provide catering and takeout services to the public.
Timeline
AJ Gilbert and Martha Madison met in 2003.
The couple married in 2007.
The owners sold the Luna Park Restaurant Group in 2016.
The duo moved to the Santa Clarita Valley in 2021.
The restaurant is scheduled to open in December 2026.
Culture Shift
The establishment of this restaurant follows the ongoing expansion of the Old Town Newhall dining and entertainment district. This project reflects a broader trend of repurposing local spaces to cater to the specific professional demographic of the Santa Clarita Valley.
Residents and visitors will soon have a new venue for social gatherings or events catering to groups of 24 or more. Customers can expect to see Saturday and Sunday brunch offerings added to the regular menu once the restaurant begins operations.
The takeaway
The restaurant provides a unique homage to the local film industry through its themed interior design and media displays. Local patrons should monitor for future announcements regarding the final menu selection, including potential new dessert options.
Further reading
For more information on the local culinary scene, see Dining Out in Santa Clarita.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Hometown Station | KHTS FM 98.1 & AM 1220.
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