Alamo Plaza
Thanks to a reader for sending word (and photo), that Panera Bread, which opened in 2015, has closed in Alamo Plaza.
Alamo Plaza
Thanks to a reader for sending word (and photo), that Panera Bread, which opened in 2015, has closed in Alamo Plaza.
Although the Write That Down Stationery and Gift Boutique closed in Walnut Creek, “due to COVID in May”, they are still open online. They have a 30% off summer sale and a very cool stationery selection so I encourage you to check them out and support a locally owned business online for now.
From their website:
In January 2020, we opened our first and only Write That Down storefront in downtown Walnut Creek, California. The shop featured a curated selection of greeting cards, stationery and gifts for all ages. Unfortunately, due to the COVID-19 pandemic we had to permanently close our brick & mortar shop in May 2020. However, Write That Down will carry on through our online shop until we can open again in a new location.
Lafayette Clocktower
The children’s boutique Myara, which opened last spring in the Lafayette Clocktower, has closed.
1410 N. Main St, Walnut Creek
Last year we learned that a new “coffee parlor” and barber called Lever would be coming to downtown Walnut Creek where Schroder Insurance used to be. As you can see by the signage outside, this has been replaced by a new cafe, restaurant and bar called Tellus, “coming soon”.
From their website:
We are dedicated to providing not only great Coffee, Tea, Beer/Wine and Food – but a cozy, relaxing environment to truly enjoy it in. Our space features plenty of natural light and a beautiful green plant wall, with plenty of space to lounge or work in.
We roast all our beans in-house on a zero-emissions Bellwether Roaster- carefully choosing the regions and farms we source our raw beans from and customizing each small-batch roast for a variety of flavors and strengths.
1201 S. Main St, Walnut Creek
In January we learned that Talbots would be relocating down the block in downtown Walnut Creek, but thanks to a reader for pointing out that they are permanently closing instead. According to a store employee, their last day will be Sunday, August 23rd.
Photo by Unsplash user guipetri
There are so many beauty salons in Contra Costa and around the world. Due to COVID-19 it must be really hard on employees. Do you miss going to salons? Is there anything we can do to support our local salons?
From an email:
I am a hairdresser in Contra Costa County. [The salon owner] has been informed by all landlords that there will be NO rent forgiveness for the past 4 months and will need to find a way to pay the back rent or they will need to find another use for those spaces. She did receive 1 round of financial relief from the CARES act which covered 1 month. We are still not allowed to work. No one in our local or state government is standing up for us.
1613 N. Main St, Walnut Creek
Phoenix Salon is relocating to the new apartment complex at 1716 N. Main Street in downtown Walnut Creek. They are currently closed due to Covid-19 but are planning to open there as soon as possible. Check out their services here. It looks like COVID-19 testing is available at their old location for the time being.
1411 Locust Ave, Walnut Creek
Earlier this year we learned that a new Mexican restaurant called Dia y Noche would be opening in downtown Walnut Creek where Urban Alley used to be and they have now opened with an updated style. As you can see there is an expansive outdoor dining area that spills out to the street.
Main Street Plaza, Walnut Creek
Filthy Gorgeous, the home decor store originally at Broadway Plaza in downtown Walnut Creek, and relocated a few blocks ago to Main Street Plaza, closed recently after 14 years. It looks like they still offer design services on their website here.
375 Hartz Ave, Danville
Last year we learned that Dioro Jewelers would be relocating here from Danville Livery, but although it looked like they would be staying put down the block, it turns out they relocated here after all. This a newly remodeled building where Rick’s Picks used to be across the street from Starbucks Reserve. Find out more about Dioro Jewelers here, and see some of what they offer here.