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
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.
3422 Mt. Diablo Blvd, Lafayette
Thanks to a reader for sending word that Bonehead’s Texas BBQ, which opened in Lafayette back in 2015, was sold to All the Smoke BBQ. With the tagline, “All the Smoke Ain’t No Joke”, you can bet your brisket that I’m fired up to give this joint a try!
Orinda Theatre Square
Last year, we learned that Comelones Tacos would be coming to Orinda Theatre Square, and they have now opened. Check for updates on their Facebook page here.
Gateway Centre, San Ramon
Bober Tea & Coffee + Mochi Dough opened recently at Gateway Centre in San Ramon. Bober Tea opened a little over a year ago at Plaza Escuela in downtown Walnut Creek and I don’t recall mochi donuts being available there at the time so this must be something new? Check out the San Ramon menu here. Alas, I don’t see mochi donuts listed on their online menu either.
City Center Bishop Ranch, San Ramon
The pastry shop Miette opened recently at City Center Bishop Ranch in San Ramon. After savoring a scrumptious Dulce de Leche macaron, I found myself at Salt & Straw’s doorstep next door, where the sweet, sweet ice cream flavors proved too tempting to resist. As a result, I ended up indulging in a kid’s scoop after lunch. Check out Miette’s online selection here. I’ll be back for more macarons next time.
Lafayette Mercantile
In November, we learned that Venture Goods would be relocating to Lafayette Mercantile, taking over the former space of Jos. A. Bank. And now, Venture Goods has officially opened their doors! The new location is much more spacious than their previous one, with separate sections for both men’s and women’s clothing, as well as a selection of bags and other high-quality goods. The interior boasts high ceilings and great lighting, creating a welcoming shopping experience. If you can’t make it to the physical store, be sure to check out their online shop by clicking 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.
1389 N. Main St, Walnut Creek
Last month, we learned that Boba Studio would be opening April 14th in downtown Walnut Creek, and they have now soft opened. I tried the Tropical Fruit Tea, organic jasmine tea with homemade pineapple puree and passion fruit seeds and fruit chunks and it was very tasty. In addition to boba drinks, they also offer cookies, biscuits and tuiles (baked wafers). Check out their menu here.
From their website:
Selina was born in a traditional family with a generation of boba-tea making history in Taiwan. Selina immigrated to the US in her late twenties and finished her education at UC Berkeley. After more than a decade of rearing her two American-born children, Selina decided to bring her family’s boba-tea-making art to her new homeland.
1522 N. Main St, Walnut Creek
The Indonesian-California fusion restaurant SanDai “Nusantara Californian” (Nusantara is the future capital of Indonesia) is planning to open by the end of April where PRIMA Ristorante used to be. In addition, a café called Kopi Bar will open next door. Check for updates on their website here, follow the restaurant on Instagram here and café updates on Instagram here.
1352 Locust St, Walnut Creek
It’s been over two years since we learned that Albany-based 5 Tacos & Beers would be coming to downtown Walnut Creek where Tender Greens used to be, but they have now opened, with a new patio out front. Check out their menu here and online ordering menu here. Their craft beer selection is here, and cocktails and tequila selection is here.