
Broadway Plaza, Walnut Creek
In April, we learned that Mango would be coming to Broadway Plaza in downtown Walnut Creek, and as you can see in the above photo, it looks like they are very close to opening. Check out their online selection here.

Broadway Plaza, Walnut Creek
Thanks to a reader for sending word that Kim Kardashian’s activewear and underwear brand SKIMS is planning to open in a large space at Broadway Plaza in downtown Walnut Creek where Janie & Jack, the Makers Market and Sur la Table used to be. Check out their online selection here.
From their website:
From technically constructed shapewear that enhances your curves to underwear that stretches to twice its size, our goal is to consistently innovate on the past and advance our industry for the future.

1329 N. Main St, Walnut Creek
Jewelry store Davidson & Licht has reopened in their N. Main location with a brand new facade. In the fall, they temporarily relocated to Broadway Plaza where P. F. Chang’s used to be. Hopefully they can fix the shattered window seen at bottom left. Their font selection is interesting. Originally, it what a much larger cursive font, now replaced by a smaller modern looking font.

Broadway Plaza, Walnut Creek
Lots of Broadway Plaza news this week; Thanks to a reader for sending word that the “functional modular sofa” brand 7th Avenue is opening a showroom at Broadway Plaza in Walnut Creek where Saje Natural Wellness used to be. Check out their online selection here.

Danville Square
Thanks to a reader for sending word (and photo) that Kibi’s Cafe opened recently at Danville Square. Check out their menu here. I always enjoy their Gỏi Cuốn summer rolls from their Orinda location.
From their website:
kibi’s Cafe was founded by Hoang, a single mother with two children who immigrated from Vietnam during 2015.

1341 N. Main St, Suite H, Walnut Creek
Winning Fight Club has opened at Duncan Arcade in downtown Walnut Creek.
From their website:
Winning Fight Club offers a private, boutique training space built for focus and performance.

1535 Bonanza St, Walnut Creek
In September, we learned that “Middle Eastern HiFi restaurant” Stereo 41 would be opening in downtown Walnut Creek, and they have now opened. Check out their menu here. Check out their Insta here.
From their website:
A meeting of Middle Eastern tradition and Japanese refinement, grounded by California’s vibrant seasonal harvest.
– Executive Chef Johnathan De La Torre

1539 Locust St, Walnut Creek
Mr. Green Bubble, which opened 9 years ago in downtown Walnut Creek, has closed. In its place, UMe Tea will be opening soon. And for anyone wondering, my family included, whether “UMe” refers to the Japanese plum flavor (ume), it does not. The name actually stands for “U” and “Me.”
From their website:
A magical adventure has arrived at UMe!
Enjoy your favorite drinks, collect exclusive HOK badges, and unlock epic rewards — including an iPhone 17, HOK game skins, blind boxes, and more.
What would you guess is the average age of their customers?


Orinda Theatre Square
Art gallery Lamorinda Atelier opened earlier this month at Orinda Theatre Square. Check out their Insta here.
From their website:
Lamorinda Atelier is an art gallery and creative gathering place in Orinda’s Theater Square, showcasing fresh contemporary art alongside rare secondary market works.
