Lita Opens at Lyric in Downtown Walnut Creek

January 24, 2022 11:30 am

Lyric, Walnut Creek

In March, we learned that the restaurant Lita, featuring a modern approach to Latin Caribbean cuisine, would be opening at the Lyric apartment complex in downtown Walnut Creek and they have now opened. Check out their menu here. I was surprised to see a photo of a lobster corn dog… but it is, “served with spicy Caribbean ketchup” after all.

From their website:

LITA brings you Miami flavors with Caribbean influences. Our chef driven menu delivers classic Caribbean-Latino dishes, reimagined to highlight locally sourced ingredients. LITA is a fresh and modern approach to Latin Caribbean cuisine.

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Guava Island Eats Coming to Downtown Walnut Creek

January 19, 2022 11:30 am

1506 N. Main St, Walnut Creek

Martinez-based Guava Island Eats is coming to downtown Walnut Creek where the boba cafe Sinceretea used to be. Check out their online menu here. Looks interesting, I look forward to checking this place out!

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Bober Tea Opens at Plaza Escuela in Downtown Walnut Creek

January 10, 2022 11:30 am

Plaza Escuela, Walnut Creek

Over the summer, we learned that Bober Tea would be coming to Plaza Escuela in downtown Walnut Creek, and they have now opened. Check out their Walnut Creek menu here. I look forward to trying out the Mung Bean Pandan Latte soon.

Slow cooked Mung Bean and Pandan leaves with extra rich milk, topped with a splash of our house-made Chizu.

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Sakimoto Sushi Lounge Opens in Downtown Walnut Creek

December 28, 2021 11:30 am

1342 Broadway Plaza, Walnut Creek

A new sushi restaurant and lounge called Sakimoto Sushi Lounge opened in downtown Walnut Creek, next to Macy’s where Corners Tavern used to be. Check out their menu here.

From their website:

Offering a New York style dining experience, diners will love the trendy feel of a big city nightlife experience, complete with themed environment, large screen projection, upbeat music, all while enjoying world renowned food from our staff of seasoned chefs.

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Bober Tea Signage up at Plaza Escuela in Downtown Walnut Creek

December 23, 2021 11:30 am

Plaza Escuela, Walnut Creek

Thanks to a reader for sending word that Bober Tea signage is now up at Plaza Escuela in downtown Walnut Creek. Over the summer we learned they would be coming to Plaza Escuela and I look forward to checking this place out. Check out the Sacramento menu here.

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The Kebab Shop Coming Soon..ish to the Orchards Shopping Center in Walnut Creek

December 22, 2021 11:30 am

Orchards Shopping Center, Walnut Creek

The Kebab Shop, which opened a couple of years ago at Crow Canyon Commons in San Ramon is coming “soon..ish” to the Orchards Shopping Center in Walnut Creek. Check out their menu here.

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Plucked Chicken & Beer Coming to Orchards Shopping Center in Walnut Creek

December 21, 2021 11:30 am

Orchards Shopping Center, Walnut Creek

Thanks to a reader for sending word that Plucked Chicken & Beer (same owners as Sauced BBQ & Spirits) is “coming soon” to Orchards shopping center in Walnut Creek where Patra Indian Grill used to be. Check out the Walnut Creek menu here. Do you prefer Plucked or Starbird Chicken across the street at Encina Grande?

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Farewell Hot Dog Palace

December 8, 2021 11:30 am

Todos Santos Plaza, Concord

Before learning that processed meats like hot dogs increased the likelihood of getting cancer, I was a huge hot dog and sausage fan. When offered a choice between a burger and hot dog, I always chose hot dog. I love eating hot dogs, especially with mustard, relish and sauerkraut. Now, we see that Hot Dog Palace near Todos Santas Plaza in Concord has been unceremoniously replaced with a burger joint. Burger restaurants are ubiquitous, and I lament the loss of every dwindling hot dog restaurant. I wonder if this is due to the processed meat dangers? Or do people just like burgers more? I still eat hot dogs on occasion, just not as much as I used to.

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Lita Opening in January at Lyric in Downtown Walnut Creek

December 6, 2021 8:30 am

Lyric, Walnut Creek

In March, we learned that a restaurant called Lita’s would be coming to the Lyric apartment complex in downtown Walnut Creek and there is now signage up indication a January, 2022 opening with a slight name change, Lita. Check for updates on their website here.

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Marugame Udon Coming to City Center Bishop Ranch in San Ramon

November 30, 2021 11:30 am

City Center Bishop Ranch, San Ramon

Marugame Udon is coming to City Center Bishop Ranch in San Ramon spring, 2022. Check out their California menu here. Although I enjoy ramen and soba, I really love udon for some reason so I look forward to checking this place out!

From their website:

Marugame Udon provides hand crafted udon bowls, tempura, and beverages from a theater kitchen, allowing guests to watch as their food is prepared. Our udon noodles are made to order to ensure that you are getting the best tasting Japanese food around.

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