Spotted in La Fiesta Square in downtown Lafayette.
Pronounced, “Pah-Cheese”, Patxi’s is a chain pizza restaurant known for their Chicago style deep-dish pizzas, although they also offer thin crust. They opened in June, 2011 at 3577 Mt Diablo Blvd in the Clocktower, and you can check out their menu here.
From their website:
Our specialty is authentic Chicago style deep-dish pizza, which comes in two styles, and we also offer two styles of thin crust pizza. Our guests enjoy choosing from a myriad of fresh toppings and ingredients to make totally personalized pies. We offer two styles of dough, four styles of mozzarella and over 30 different meat and veggie toppings. We also offer fresh salads, appetizers, and beverages including beer and wine.
I now realize I’ve been mispronouncing the name all this time. Originally being from New York, I’ll be honest and admit that I don’t get Chicago style pizza. Glad they also offer a thin crust style. Anyone tried their thin crust? Or is deep dish the way to go?
Itrim, the Swedish weight loss program, is coming to Lafayette, in the former Design within Reach Store at La Fiesta Square, 973 Moraga Road. According to their Facebook page, they will begin accepting registrations April 16th with the center opening in June. Lamorinda Weekly reported that Itrim has partnered with the founders of the fitness club Club One which has 15 Bay Area locations.
From their website:
Itrim is a network of conveniently located centers that offer a one-stop solution for one of the world’s biggest challenges. Founded in Sweden in 2003, Itrim has helped thousands of people lose weight and keep it off. The combination of well designed and personalized weight loss plans, coaching and a combined approach of eating and exercise routines, makes the Itrim program truly unique. Members join for 1-2 years. The first phase is a rapid weight loss program, followed by lifestyle coaching and exercise training to make lasting, healthy changes to the way you live. Scientific studies have shown Itrim members lose an average of 25 lbs in 10 weeks and 74% keep it off. More importantly, Itrim members say they enjoy the process. Over 80% of members recommend Itrim to their friends and many choose to continue their membership long after they have lost weight and changed their lifestyle habits. Itrim is a community, a fitness center, a personal coaching resource and a remarkable new solution to a growing problem in America.
Sounds intriguing, has anyone ever heard of this?
Sandy’s Unique Boutique, the women’s clothing boutique in Lafayette is closing by the end of the month. They are having a huge sale at 50 – 70% off to get rid of inventory so drop by 3569 Mt Diablo Blvd (in the back) to check them out before they close.
Apparently they used to have a store in Walnut Creek which closed years ago.
The sign notes that, “Mt. Diablo Blvd Business Open during Construction”, but as you can see from the photo it looks almost finished to me. I like the cobblestone look, it makes downtown Lafayette seem more quaint.
Spotted in downtown Lafayette at the Hen House.
Before the Habit Burger Grill opened in downtown Walnut Creek, which I think is great, I probably went most often to the Counter, another downtown Walnut Creek burger restaurant. I know the new Corners Tavern has a burger on their menu I want to try. There is also George’s Giant Hamburger, Hubcaps, McCovey’s and must I say it, McDonalds. Obviously the variety ranges from nice sit-down to fast food.
Lafayette has Chow and Tao (Flipper’s burgers are served there). If I missed any please let me know and I’ll add it in.
So for the Friday question of the day, what’s your favorite burger restaurant? I guess this could be split into two parts. The burger itself, and the overall atmosphere.
Red Wagon, the children’s store located at 3535A Mt. Diablo Blvd. in La Fiesta Square, Lafayette is closing by summer when their lease is up. There is a possibility it might be sold instead. I have heard scuttlebutt that a different children’s store in the Piedmont area may relocate to Lafayette so maybe they could take over this place?
Lamorinda CrossFit, located at 1031 Blackwood Ln. in Lafayette, recently moved to a bigger location right next door to their old location, and they are having a grand re-opening celebration on April 22nd at 4pm. From an email:
Join your Cave Family for a celebration in FINALLY making our move to the New Cave! We are thrilled with our new space and are grateful that you are part of our growing community!
Potluck style bash. Bring food, snack, dessert or drink to share. Friends and family are welcome!
Disclosure: I am a member of this CrossFit gym and really like the bigger location. Stop by and say hi if you’re nearby!
Spotted at the intersection of Moraga Rd. and St. Marys Rd in Lafayette, these homes will be conveniently located a few blocks from downtown Lafayette right near Lafayette Circle. Judging by the sign the homes will be made by Ryder Homes. Anyone interested?