
Newell Promenade, Walnut Creek
Last October, we learned that Andaman Thai would be coming to Newell Promenade in Walnut Creek, and they have now opened. Check out their Walnut Creek menu here.

Newell Promenade, Walnut Creek
Last October, we learned that Andaman Thai would be coming to Newell Promenade in Walnut Creek, and they have now opened. Check out their Walnut Creek menu here.

1380 N. California Blvd, Walnut Creek
Almost 10 years ago, we were all set to trade in our Big Macs for big fancy condos in downtown Walnut Creek where McDonald’s used to be. Alas, it turned out that luxury apartments are now leasing at the apartment complex call The Rise. Check out the floorplans and pricing here and learn about the amenities here.


Broadway Plaza, Walnut Creek
After almost 10 years absent from Broadway Plaza, the crystal store Swarovski has made a trimphant return to Broadway Plaza in downt0wn Walnut Creek. Check out their online selection here.

1522 N. Main St, Walnut Creek
Last April, we learned that Indonesian-California fusion restaurant SanDai Nusantara Californian and Kopi Bar (Café) would be coming to downtown Walnut Creek where PRIMA Ristorante used to be and they have now opened. I don’t see a menu on their website. Has anyone checked this place out? How is it?



Rossmoor Town Center, Walnut Creek
Crumbl Cookies opened late last year at Rossmoor Town Center in Walnut Creek. Check out their online selection here and Walnut Creek page here. I read an article in the NY Times about Crumbl recently and wonder if these cookies are worth it?

Broadway Plaza, Walnut Creek
Last September, we learned that the sustainable shoe brand Allbirds would be coming to Broadway Plaza in downtown Walnut Creek, and they have now opened. Check out their online selection here. When I dropped by over the weekend, some merchandise was on sale for 25% off, and there was a distinctive Walnut Creek pin to celebrate the opening. I was pleasantly surprised how comfortable the wool runner shoes felt!

1506 N. Main St, Walnut Creek
The Library Social Club, under the same ownership as The Hideout Kitchen in Lafayette, opened recently in downtown Walnut Creek where Guava Island Eats used to be.
From their website:
Set in Walnut Creek’s busy downtown, The Library provides a unique experience unlike any other wine club with its repurposed vintage decor, value conscious price points and a sincere experience.
The Library offers a blend of esoteric and classic wines, local brews and small bites, and is open to the public but offers exclusive membership packages with many perks.


1406 N. Broadway, Walnut Creek
Thanks to a reader for sending word that the outdoor furniture store Yardbird is coming to downtown Walnut Creek where Sprint used to be. Check out their online selection here.
I assumed this was going to be a restaurant but I confused it with the restaurant Yard House at the Veranda in Concord.

Broadway Plaza, Walnut Creek
Thanks to a reader for sending word that women’s clothing store Evereve is coming to Broadway Plaza in downtown Walnut Creek where Soft Surroundings used to be. Check out their online selection here.

Broadway Plaza, Walnut Creek
Last month, we learned that sustainable women’s clothing store Reformation is coming to Broadway Plaza in Walnut Creek and their signage is now up. Look for a summer opening. In the meantime, check out their online selection here.
