A couple of weeks ago L & L Hawaiian BBQ closed in the Pleasant Hill shopping center at 60 Crescent Dr. You’ll need to travel to Pleasanton or Martinez for the closest locations of L & L.
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Hallmark Closing in Moraga by the End of June
Hallmark is closing at the Moraga Shopping Center at 1460 Moraga Rd by the end of June so stop by for discounted items throughout the store. I’ve never seen so much floor space devoted to greeting cards in my life.
Corner Bakery Cafe Opening June 3rd in Pleasant Hill
Corner Bakery Cafe is opening on June 3rd in the former Yan Can Asian Bistro location in the downtown Pleasant Hill shopping center. Check out their menu here. Anyone have favorite dishes to recommend?
From their website:
We started as a little bread bakery, supplying freshly baked bread to happy customers around town. People loved our breads so much, we couldn’t help but evolve into a cafe where we could serve equally remarkable sandwiches. This, of course, led to delightful sweets, savory panini, fresh salads, and hearty bowls of soups and pasta.
The inside is almost ready:
This is a wide shot of the location:
Corner Bakery Cafe is located at 35 Crescent Drive in Pleasant Hill.
Scuttlebutt Confirmed – Pinkberry Opening Soon in Walnut Creek
Back in February I posted some scuttlebutt about the frozen yogurt shop Pinkberry opening in downtown Walnut Creek right near The Cheesecake Factory. Based on the photo below as well as a UPS notice addressed to ‘Pinkberry’ and it’s obvious this indeed will be a Pinkberry.
Any Pinkberry fans out there? I love Pinkberry and since I also love Greek yogurt I can’t wait to try their new Greek Yogurt selections! I also think this cements this area as being the fast food mecca of Walnut Creek. Ike’s, Bukhorn Grill, Chipotle, Panera, Starbucks and now Pinkberry.
Maserati of Walnut Creek Opens on N. Broadway
Thanks to a reader for sending word that Maserati of Walnut Creek has opened up in the former Saab location on N. Broadway near Ygnacio Valley Rd. So if you notice more Maseratis around town you’ll know why. And if Maseratis don’t suit you they also carry Ferraris in their showroom.
Recently Opened – True Waxology in Walnut Creek
A bit late on this one but True Waxology has opened in Walnut Creek at 2400 Olympic Blvd. in the Olympic Village Shopping Center at the intersection of Boulevard Way / Tice Valley Blvd. Check out their services here.
From their website:
True Waxology & Skincare offers the habit forming waxing and facial treatments you need to have silky smooth and healthy skin. With every visit, our expertly trained staff is focused on making your experience luxurious, fun and efficient.
Fraedo’s Cafe Opens in Walnut Creek
Back in September I noted that a new cafe would be opening and now Fraedo’s Cafe has finally opened in downtown Walnut Creek at Growers Square, across the street from the Lesher Center.
Bonfire Pizzeria Closes in Orinda
Bonfire Pizzeria in the Orinda Theatre Square has closed according to a sign in the window (see below). When they first opened I was a big fan of their pizzas although I think their ingredients changed over time. Word on the street is that a new pizzeria will be opening in this location over the summer. Stay tuned…
Harvest Market Closes in Walnut Creek
Back last April I noted that Harvest Market was opening in Walnut Creek and they have now closed approximately one year later. They focused on healthy cuisine including gluten free selections.
Swan’s Fine Books Opens in Downtown Walnut Creek
A couple of weeks ago I noted that Swan’s Fine Books would be opening in downtown Walnut Creek on Locust. St. behind The Kitchen Table Store and they are now open for business. This is no ordinary bookstore as they focus on collectible books such as a first edition Huckleberry Finn and a one-of-a-kind San Francisco guidebook from the 19th Century. They even have a page from a 15th Century bible.
The inside of the store has wooden bookshelves and sitting areas throughout with the walls decorated with old movie posters from John Steinbeck novels such as Cannery Row. It’s a cool store to browse around. In addition to collectible books they have more affordable editions starting at around $15.
The inside is warmly decorated:
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