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…
1348 Broadway Plaza, Walnut Creek
Sala Mediterranean Grill is coming to downtown Walnut Creek in February where Lemonade used to be. They’re going to feature bowls, wraps, salads, soups and falafel. Check for update on their website here, and Insta here.
1372 N. Main Street, Walnut Creek
A new olive oil and Mediterranean goods store called Verde Gourmet opened recently in downtown Walnut Creek. Check out their online selection here. They plan on offer complimentary tastings of their olive oils paired with fresh bread throughout the day. Note that Ananas cafe next door has the same owner.
From their website:
We work directly with family-owned mills and small producers in Italy, Turkey, Spain, Tunisia, and beyond.
Broadway Plaza, Walnut Creek
Thanks to a reader for sending word that Kim Kardashian’s activewear and underwear brand SKIMS is planning to open in a large space at Broadway Plaza in downtown Walnut Creek where Janie & Jack, the Makers Market and Sur la Table used to be. Check out their online selection here.
From their website:
From technically constructed shapewear that enhances your curves to underwear that stretches to twice its size, our goal is to consistently innovate on the past and advance our industry for the future.
1329 N. Main St, Walnut Creek
Jewelry store Davidson & Licht has reopened in their N. Main location with a brand new facade. In the fall, they temporarily relocated to Broadway Plaza where P. F. Chang’s used to be. Hopefully they can fix the shattered window seen at bottom left. Their font selection is interesting. Originally, it what a much larger cursive font, now replaced by a smaller modern looking font.
