Lyric, Walnut Creek
Legacy Barbers opened this spring at Lyric in Downtown Walnut Creek. Check out their services here.
1637 Mount Diablo Blvd, Walnut Creek
Swing Metrics, a new golf studio offering “simulation, training, and gear”, has opened in downtown Walnut Creek just around the corner from the Cinemark movie theater. Check out their website here. When I dropped by they mentioned that they offer 24×7 simulator access as well as a gym in the back. If you golf and are in the area definitely drop by and check this place out.
Broadway Plaza, Walnut Creek
In April, we learned that Abercrombie & Fitch would be coming to Broadway Plaza in downtown Walnut Creek where part of Banana Republic used to be, and they have now opened. Check out the Abercrombie & Fitch online selection here.
City Center Bishop Ranch, San Ramon
Alora Social opened in March at City Center Bishop Ranch in San Ramon. Check out their food menu here, and drinks menu here.
From their website:
Welcome to Alora, where the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean meet the essence of the California coast. Our menu is a celebration of the rich culinary traditions of Greece, Italy, Spain, Turkey, and the Middle East, crafted with seasonal, locally sourced ingredients and time-honored techniques.
City Center Bishop Ranch, San Ramon
Palmetto Superfoods is coming to City Center Bishop Ranch in San Ramon. Find out about their ingredients here, and in the meantime, their Broadway Plaza menu here.
From their website:
In 2015, Charles Lee, a devoted açaí enthusiast and San Francisco native, discovered the gem called Cafe de Casa, quickly falling in love with its Brazilian delights, particularly the açaí. Building a genuine friendship with owners Thaís and Amanda, Charles, along with his longtime friend Hessam, envisioned a restaurant concept focused on highlighting the purest açaí and other superfoods, giving birth to Palmetto Superfoods.
Willows Shopping Center, Concord
I don’t know what Spirit Halloween is going to do but Airport Home Appliance is coming to Willows Shopping Center in Concord. Check out their online selection here.
From their website:
Airport Home Appliance began as a small appliance and furniture store in 1963 built and run by Bernie Schwartz and his brother, Manny.
1341 N. Main St, Walnut Creek
Eden Vintage, “a curated vintage collective to fill your heart and closet”, opened recently at Duncan Arcade in downtown Walnut Creek.
From their website:
Eden Vintage is a vintage collective dedicated to curating timeless femme and unisex clothing from the 1990s and earlier.
Broadway Plaza, Walnut Creek
I did see lots of activity yesterday so hopefully they’ll open back up soon.
From the Original Joe’s web page:
Due to a minor kitchen fire, Original Joe’s in Walnut Creek is temporarily closed. Thankfully, everyone is safe with no injuries. We are grateful to the Contra Costa County Fire Protection District for their quick response and containment. We apologize for this inconvenience and appreciate your understanding. We look forward to reopening as quickly as possible and will share updates as they become available.
Did anyone have a chance to eat there before the fire?
Broadway Plaza, Walnut Creek
VICI is returning to downtown Walnut Creek with a temporary pop-up at Broadway Plaza, open September 11th through October 26th, according to their store locator. VICI used to be at The Mercer downtown and currently have locations in Nashville, TN and Fairfield, CA of all places.
The Rise, Walnut Creek
Thanks to a reader for sending word that fitness studio Barry’s Bootcamp is coming to The Rise apartment complex in downtown Walnut Creek. Find out more about their workouts here.
From their website:
Founded in 1998 by Barry Jay and John and Rachel Mumford, our game changing fitness classes quickly became known as The Best Workout In The World.