The Rise, Walnut Creek
Thanks to a reader for sending word that fitness studio Barry’s Bootcamp is coming to The Rise apartment complex in downtown Walnut Creek. Find out more about their workouts here.
From their website:
Founded in 1998 by Barry Jay and John and Rachel Mumford, our game changing fitness classes quickly became known as The Best Workout In The World.
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!
Broadway Plaza, Walnut Creek
About four years ago, we learned that furniture showroom Herman Miller would be coming to Broadway Plaza in downtown Walnut Creek, and it’s finally happening as they look to be opening right next to the Rivian showroom. Check out their online selection here. Who enjoys sitting in an Aeron chair?
From their website:
In 1923, the Michigan Star Furniture Company became what we now know as Herman Miller, when D.J. De Pree and his father-in-law (you guessed it—Herman Miller) purchased the company. De Pree renamed the company after Miller, who was a well-regarded businessman in the community.
Ygnacio Plaza, Walnut Creek
Woof Gang Bakery & Grooming is coming to Ygnacio Plaza in Walnut Creek right near Sports Basement.
From their website:
Woof Gang Bakery & Grooming Walnut Creek is your neighborhood pet store, offering full service grooming and a wide selection of nutritious pet treats and food.
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…
Plaza Escuela, Walnut Creek
We saw the writing on the wall back in May, and sure enough, Tilly’s has closed at Plaza Escuela in downtown Walnut Creek.
1630 Mt Diablo Blvd, Walnut Creek
Thanks to everyone who emailed about Big 5 Sporting Goods closing in downtown Walnut Creek. A sign out front shows “10 – 40% off”. I don’t see what the big deal is, hopefully they’ll have better sales closer to closing.
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.
Bedford Gallery, Walnut Creek
Check out the latest Bedford Gallery exhibit, Beyond Color: The Language of Black and White, through September 14th in downtown Walnut Creek.
From the exhibit web page:
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!