1376 N. Main St, Walnut Creek
Last December, we learned that Chateau, a Parisian inspired cocktail lounge would be coming to downtown Walnut Creek, and they have now opened. Check out their menu here and check out their Insta here.
Broadway Plaza, Walnut Creek
In February, we learned that Palmetto Superfoods would be coming to Broadway Plaza in downtown Walnut Creek, and as you can see in the above photo, it looks like they’ll be opening very, very soon. To get an idea of what their menu will look like, check out the Burlingame menu here.
Broadway Plaza, Walnut Creek
Thanks to a reader for sending word that this fall, Sipeos Cafe & Bar is coming to Broadway Plaza in Walnut Creek where Cocola Bakery used to be.
From their website:
Our California-Mediterranean-inspired menu features dishes like vibrant mezzes, crisp salads, artisan flatbreads, and smoky grilled skewers. Our signature bar program features handcrafted non-alcoholic and low-ABV cocktails, plus a curated selection of wine and beer, ensuring something for everyone.
1320 Locust St, Walnut Creek
Last month, we learned that Annie’s Ice Cream, “Italian Gelato”, would be coming to downtown Walnut Creek, and just in time for the latest heat wave, they have now opened.
7011 Sunne Ln, Walnut Creek
Late to the party as they opened last year, but Bill & Bali’s Pizza & Pints opened where Tonli Kitchen used to be in Walnut Creek, right across from the Pleasant Hill BART station. Check out their online menu here.
From their website:
At Bill & Bali’s, we specialize in crafting Roman-style pizzas, also known as “pizza al taglio.” This unique pizza style is characterized by its rectangular shape and light, airy crust, giving you the perfect combination of a crispy, thin base and a soft, flavorful center.
Willows Shopping Center, Concord
In March, 2023, we learned that Chick-fil-A would be coming to Willows shopping center in Concord, and as you can see from the above photo, lots of progress has been made. Check out their menu here.
325 N. Wiget Lane Suite 100, Walnut Creek
A new coffee shop called Koin Coffee is coming to Walnut Creek near Ultimate Fieldhouse. Check out their Instagram page here, and beans here. They are currently hiring and plan to open next month in September. Thanks to Koin Coffee for providing the above photo.
From their website:
Throughout a service project in Mexico, DJ and Tristyn bonded over their love of coffee. Unbeknownst to them, there would be a beautiful unfolding of events leading to the birth of Koin Coffee less than a year later.
Todos Santos Plaza, Concord
Blast & Brew coming to Todos Santos Plaza in Concord where E.J. Phair Brewing Company used to be. Check out their San Jose menu here.
From their website:
We’ve got over 26+ craft beers, wines and ciders on tap from local and regional breweries like Modern Times, Firestone Walker, and Drakes Brewing Co.
Park ‘N’ Shop, Concord
Zhangliang Malatang, a Chinese hot pot restaurant with locations throughout the Bay Area, is coming to Park ‘N’ Shop in Concord where Steamboat used to be. Find out more about Malatang on this Wikipedia page:
Malatang is a common type of Chinese street food. It originated in Sichuan, China, but it differs mainly from the Sichuanese version in that the Sichuanese version is more similar to what in northern China would be described as hot pot.
1320 Locust St, Walnut Creek
Annie’s Ice Cream, “Italian Gelato”, is coming to downtown Walnut Creek. Stay tuned…