Broadway Plaza, Walnut Creek
Well, that was fast. Thanks to everyone who sent word that less than one year opening at Broadway Plaza in downtown Walnut Creek, Pinstripes has closed. The first month they were open, I bowled with my family at half-off and had a great time. Their San Mateo location remains open. Check out this location here.
City Center Bishop Ranch, San Ramon
Alora Social opened in March at City Center Bishop Ranch in San Ramon. Check out their food menu here, and drinks menu here.
From their website:
Welcome to Alora, where the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean meet the essence of the California coast. Our menu is a celebration of the rich culinary traditions of Greece, Italy, Spain, Turkey, and the Middle East, crafted with seasonal, locally sourced ingredients and time-honored techniques.
City Center Bishop Ranch, San Ramon
Palmetto Superfoods is coming to City Center Bishop Ranch in San Ramon. Find out about their ingredients here, and in the meantime, their Broadway Plaza menu here.
From their website:
In 2015, Charles Lee, a devoted açaí enthusiast and San Francisco native, discovered the gem called Cafe de Casa, quickly falling in love with its Brazilian delights, particularly the açaí. Building a genuine friendship with owners Thaís and Amanda, Charles, along with his longtime friend Hessam, envisioned a restaurant concept focused on highlighting the purest açaí and other superfoods, giving birth to Palmetto Superfoods.
Broadway Plaza, Walnut Creek
I did see lots of activity yesterday so hopefully they’ll open back up soon.
From the Original Joe’s web page:
Due to a minor kitchen fire, Original Joe’s in Walnut Creek is temporarily closed. Thankfully, everyone is safe with no injuries. We are grateful to the Contra Costa County Fire Protection District for their quick response and containment. We apologize for this inconvenience and appreciate your understanding. We look forward to reopening as quickly as possible and will share updates as they become available.
Did anyone have a chance to eat there before the fire?
1411 Locust Ave, Walnut Creek
Mexican restaurant Dia y Noche, which opened about five years ago in downtown Walnut Creek, has closed. They had the most epic Day of the Dead displays I’ve seen a few years ago!
1349 Locust St, Walnut Creek
Maymay’s Cravings, an “Asian snack bar”, has replaced Cornology within Yi Fang Taiwan Fruit Tea in downtown Walnut Creek. I don’t think I’ve even encountered an “instant ramen bar” before, where one can select the instant ramen package, add toppings and make a bowl yourself with supplied hot water. Very interesting! Anyone have a favorite?
Photos of the onigiri rice ball selection and ramen bar instructions after the jump…
Broadway Plaza, Walnut Creek
Last December, we learned that Original Joe’s would be coming to Broadway Plaza where Stanford’s used to be, and it looks like they plan on opening sometime this month based on their Insta post here:
We are aiming to open in mid-August! We’ll be sure to announce the date once it’s confirmed!
Check out their North Beach menu here.
From their website:
Serving classic Italian-American fare, the restaurant prepares dishes in an open kitchen for all to see, providing hearty portions at reasonable prices.
3572 Mt. Diablo Blvd, Lafayette
Last October, we learned that Abe’s Cafe would be coming to Lafayette, and thanks to a reader for sending word (and photo) that they will be (or have) opened. According to their Facebook page they should be opening today, July 30th!
1545 Locust St, Walnut Creek
In May, we learned that Tifa Chocolate & Gelato would be coming to downtown Walnut Creek next too Mr. Green Bubble, and they have now opened. Check out their gelato flavors here, drink selection here, and chocolate selection here.
From their website:
Welcome to Tifa Chocolate & Gelato in Walnut Creek, California, your go-to spot for premium handcrafted gelato, artisanal chocolates, and delicious coffee.
Orinda Theatre Square
A new cafe and bakery is coming to Orinda Theatre Square where Subway used to be. Stay tuned…