Isaac Toast Burns Out; Villa Marina Marketplace Changes

1) Westwood: This here first US outpost for Korean sandwich chain Isaac Toast has shuttered after a year and a half of business. Its four star Yelp rating and seemingly satisfied patrons were not enough to keep the tiny shop afloat. [EaterWire]

2) Marina del Rey: Marina del Rey Patch says that there's a $25 million dollar reno coming to Villa Marina Marketplace located near Lincoln at Maxella. As of June 30 The Soup Plantation is doneski to make room for new eateries, nbd, but what about the better loved Antica Pizzeria? The rare gem that serves true Neapolitan (certified) pizza pies? So far this one isn't going anywhere, so far... [MDRP via GS]