1556 Mt. Diablo Blvd, Walnut Creek
Kitchen showroom Ronbow is coming to downtown Walnut Creek, right behind sweetgreen. Check out their gallery here.
From their website:
Made local in California Since 2002, we produce high quality cabinetry that embodies effortless personalization that adapts to any space, eliminating the burdensome costs and complexities often associated with traditional custom projects.
Broadway Plaza, Walnut Creek
Swiss-based Läderach Chocolate is “opening soon” at Broadway Plaza in downtown Walnut Creek, where Ecco used to be. Check out their online selection here.
Broadway Plaza, Walnut Creek
L’Occitane en Provence, which relocated to this spot over ten years ago at Broadway Plaza in downtown Walnut Creek, has temporarily closed for what looks to be a remodel. Check out their online selection here.
1301 N. Main St, Walnut Creek
Vineyard Vines, which opened over ten years ago in downtown Walnut Creek, has closed. I guess there weren’t enough preppy fashion people to support the store. When I peaked inside over the weekend, that cool looking swordfish is still there. Their Burlingame location remains open. Check out their online selection here.
1539 Locust St, Walnut Creek
Last month, we learned that UMe Tea would be opening where Mr. Green Bubble used to be in downtown Walnut Creek, and they have now opened. Today they have a “every order gets free merchandise” deal, and Tuesday you can get popcorn chicken for $5.99. I tried their Coco Mango smoothie and it was better than expected. Reasonably priced so I’ll be back.
1522 N. Main St, Walnut Creek
Doppio Zero is coming to downtown Walnut Creek where SanDai Nusantara and before that, PRIMA Ristorante, used to be. Check out their Concord menu here.
From their website:
Founded in Mountain View in 2014, Doppio Zero has won numerous dining awards for its authentic Neapolitan pizza and freshly made pasta.
Plaza Escuela, Walnut Creek
Thanks to a reader for sending word that North Italia, which we learned would be coming to Plaza Escuela in downtown Walnut Creek, is scheduled to open on March 21st. Check out their Topanga menu here.
From their website:
At North Italia, we offer everything from delicious, hand-tossed pizzas and homemade pastas made daily, to crave-worthy appetizers and seasonal entrees, all alongside a robust beverage program featuring craft cocktails, wine and beer.
Broadway Plaza, Walnut Creek
Last April, we learned that Mango would be coming to Broadway Plaza in Walnut Creek, and they have now opened, next to Hollister, where Old Navy used to be. Check out their online selection here.
The Waymark, Walnut Creek
Thanks to a reader for sending word that San Francisco-based Detroit-style pizzeria Square Pie Guys opened recently at The Waymark apartment complex in Walnut Creek. Check out their menu here.
From their website:
Two guys set out to introduce Detroit-style pizza to the Bay Area.
Broadway Plaza, Walnut Creek
Allbirds, which opened a couple of years ago at Broadway Plaza, is closing this Sunday. They noted in an email that their Hayes Valley (San Francisco) and Stanford Shopping Center (Palo Alto) locations remain open. Thanks to a reader for pointing out that it looks like New Balance is expected to open in this spot. Stay tuned…