1651 Botelho Dr, Walnut Creek
Thanks to a reader for sending word that the Chinese restaurant and lounge Dragon 2000 has closed for remodeling. The inside was completely empty so looks like there will be a completely new design inside…
1651 Botelho Dr, Walnut Creek
Thanks to a reader for sending word that the Chinese restaurant and lounge Dragon 2000 has closed for remodeling. The inside was completely empty so looks like there will be a completely new design inside…
Broadway Plaza, Walnut Creek
Thanks to a reader for pointing out this SF Business Times article that mentioned Boca Pizzeria is planning on opening a third location in Broadway Plaza in Walnut Creek after the renovation is completed. Check out Boca’s lunch/dinner menu here. This will bring the total pizza restaurants near the Broadway Plaza area to three along with soon-to-open Project Pie and California Pizza Kitchen. Nice to see some new pizza options over there!
From their website:
Boca Pizzeria is an Italian inspired Pizzeria utilizing the abundance of Northern California’s seasonal ingredients, while showcasing local micro breweries and wine country’s boutique varietals. Boca Pizzeria has always been our little neighborhood gem we had in mind for years, where we can dine with our friends, family and loved ones.
Our pizzas are authentic Neapolitan style, which cooks for no more than 2 minutes in a 900 degree Italian wood burning oven, is made from double milled 00 Caputo flour. Our sauce is made of the finest San Marzano tomatoes imported from Italy. We make house-made mozzarella cheese daily.
1359 Locust Street, Walnut Creek
Back in January we learned that Taqueria Mexican Grill would be closing in downtown Walnut Creek and they have now closed as work begins on a new Mexican restaurant called Fuego Tequila Grill. Stay tuned…
Last November when the Heather Farm all abilities playground opened in Walnut Creek I posted about the popularity of the “climbing” hills that were used to slide down with cardboard boxes and pointed out the danger of hitting one of the boulders placed right near the hills. Based on a recent visit it looks like a few of the boulders have been removed which should improve the safety as kids slide down.
Of all the playgrounds this is my favorite one, lots to do!
15 Crescent Dr, Pleasant Hill
Last October we learned that an extension to Jack’s Restaurant and Bar would be added next to their downtown Pleasant Hill location and construction has now begun on the bar to be called Jack’s Taps. Look for an opening in, late spring/early summer. They will feature, “20 beers on tap, mostly locale and west coast breweries. plus a unique bottle selection.”
Thanks to @josephconrad_ for tweeting these “labor dispute demonstration” photos at Restoration Hardware and Uniqlo in downtown Walnut Creek yesterday.
1357 N. Main St, Walnut Creek
Last June we learned that The Beauty Source opened in downtown Walnut Creek and it looks like it’s being replaced with a blow dry bar called Hair Heroes Salon. Check out their website here.
Walnut Creek First Wednesdays:
Cypress St, Walnut Creek
Wednesday, March 4th, 2015
5:00pm – 8:00pm | Free* Live music provided by the band, Locust & Main,
playing popular music from the 1960s to today
* Irish Step Dancers from the Dillon Magh Adahir
Academy of Walnut Creek
* Street Performers
* Live pottery demonstration provided
by Civic Arts EducationFood Trucks:
Yummi BBQ
Canasta Kitchen
Cevich & Co
1531 Locust St, Walnut Creek
The last we heard about the new gym Orangetheory Fitness in downtown Walnut Creek was that they were aiming for a February opening but that has now been pushed back to mid April. According to an employee this is a firm opening date so get ready for some heart rate monitoring workouts next month.
Broadway Plaza, Walnut Creek
The luxury destination club Inspirato opened just last August in Broadway Plaza across from the Tesla Showroom and they have now closed.