Orinda Theatre Square
A new bar called sorso “bar & bites” is coming to Orinda Theatre Square where Starbucks used to be. Check for updates on their Insta here.
1548 Locust St Walnut Creek
Matsu “Charcoal Fire Yakitori” is coming to downtown Walnut Creek, right next to Toyosu, where Crepes Ooh La La used to be.
2920 N. Main St, Walnut Creek
Thanks to everyone who sent word that North Carolina-based Duck Donuts, which opened their first store in 2007, opened recently in Walnut Creek right near BevMo!. Check out their menu here. They’re made-to-order so they come out warm and fresh. I tried a cinnamon sugar donut and it was quite good.
From their website:
Our Mission
To deliver smiles and warm, delicious and made-to-order donuts created just the way you like.
Plaza Escuela, Walnut Creek
Last month, we learned that North Italia, (same owners as Cheesecake Factory) would be opening at Plaza Escuela in downtown Walnut Creek in March, and there is a slight adjustment to the opening date according to their website and signage outside. The new open date is March 25th.
From a PR:
Occupying over 8,500 sq. ft., the dining room and al fresco bar comfortably seats over 200 guests and parties of all sizes.
With the restaurant’s signature open kitchen format, guests seated in the dining room can watch the action unfold throughout their meal, as the expert culinary team handmakes pastas, pizzas, and other beloved dishes from scratch in-house daily.
1501 N. Broadway, Walnut Creek
Last October, we learned that Ruby Lou’s Boujee Bites & Games, a “whimsical Restaurant with games and cocktails” would be coming to downtown Walnut Creek, and they have now opened. 21+ after 8pm, families welcome before then. I recently dropped by and don’t think I’ve ever encountered anything quite like this before. I look forward to dropping by with my family soon. Check for updates on their Insta here.
1539 Locust St, Walnut Creek
Last month, we learned that UMe Tea would be opening where Mr. Green Bubble used to be in downtown Walnut Creek, and they have now opened. Today they have a “every order gets free merchandise” deal, and Tuesday you can get popcorn chicken for $5.99. I tried their Coco Mango smoothie and it was better than expected. Reasonably priced so I’ll be back.
1522 N. Main St, Walnut Creek
Doppio Zero is coming to downtown Walnut Creek where SanDai Nusantara and before that, PRIMA Ristorante, used to be. Check out their Concord menu here.
From their website:
Founded in Mountain View in 2014, Doppio Zero has won numerous dining awards for its authentic Neapolitan pizza and freshly made pasta.
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.
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.
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.