Restaurants

1633 Bonanza St, Walnut Creek

(310) Eatery LA Style Street Food has been open for a little over a month in downtown Walnut Creek and a new menu is now available with quite a few new dishes such as Toro Taco Trio (Pork Cheeks topped with homemade mango salsa on a toasted soft tortilla served on a bed of kimchi slaw) [see photo below], “The Red Madame” – Ribeye steak cubes with sweet red Roma Tomatoes served on thin crispy noodles and the Over the Top Burger – beef & bacon blend topped with cool water lobster tail. Check out the new menu below and their Facebook page is here.

Toro Taco Trio:

Photo courtesy (310) Eatery

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1510 Palos Verdes Mall, Walnut Creek

Thanks to a reader for sending word that Taylor Made Cakes & Yogurt recently opened, replacing Tutti Frutti frozen yogurt in the Palos Verdes mall in Walnut Creek.

From their website:

Taylor Made Cakes is a grassroots movement started by Taylor who wanted to bring the gift of a special experience to her friends and family. In 2011, her hobby turned into a business in which she wanted to deliver her passion and talent to people of all walks of life who were looking to have the same experience delivered to their moment of celebration. By mid-2011 her cakes were in high demand through word of mouth, and soon she realized that she was not the only one who believed in her top quality cakes and cupcakes. TMC wanst to bring old school integrity and hard work values by giving back to our communities, our people not only believe in the product and our company but the impact our business has on our community, local farmers, and our environment.

Check out more photos of the inside after the jump…

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1536 Newell Ave, Walnut Creek

Thanks to a reader for sending word that a new cafe/play center for young kids and their parents called Small Talk Family Cafe will be opening in the Newell Promenade in Walnut Creek on Mother’s Day, May 11th. Check out their Facebook page here. In addition to playtime they will also offer baby and kid classes, provide parent resources and host family events and parties. If you have young kids you’ll definitely want to check this place out when it opens.

From their website:

Small Talk Family Cafe will be an indoor play space and cafe where parents and caregivers can linger over coffee, tea or a bite to eat while their children (age 0-6) can explore and interact in a safe and welcoming environment. Classes for little ones, parent education and birthday parties will be offered too. Small Talk will open in Walnut Creek, CA on Sunday, May 11, 2014 (Mother’s Day!).

Small Talk will be about meeting YOUR needs as a parent or caregiver. Sure, the kids will love the developmental dramatic play area with trains and vehicle toys, dress up, dolls and dollhouses, building blocks and plethora of other toys, activities and fun equipment designed for enrichment. However, this space will be made for YOU! Think modern coffee house plus a clean, child-proofed environment, open format for easy supervising, furniture made to withstand mini climbers, a dedicated baby area, parent resources and info, healthy, nutritious food and beverages, free WiFi and more.

In addition, Small Talk Family Cafe will emphasize environmentally friendly practices with a focus on green toys and equipment, natural, organic offerings, and non-toxic cleaning methods.

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1388 Locust St, Walnut Creek

The restaurant and bar Sunol Ridge in downtown Walnut Creek is getting ready for a May opening according to Diablo Dish and their signage is now up. Check out their Facebook page here.

From their Open Table reservations page:

The rustic-meets-traditional Sunol Ridge Restaurant and Bar boasts a private dining room, serpentine bar, and outdoor patio with fire pit. Sunol Ridge embraces key elements from its inspiration: a nineteenth century homestead ranch located in the Fremont/Sunol hills bringing life on the ranch to the bustling city. With 54 taps of craft beer and local wine and an extensive menu hosting fresh, organic foods, Sunol Ridge provides a unique dining experience that is sure to leave you satisfied and with great memories.

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Palos Verdes Mall, Walnut Creek

Thanks to a reader for sending word and photo that a new burger joint called Mona’s Burgers and Shakes will be opening in the Palos Verdes Mall in Walnut Creek. As you can see by the signage this is where Chopin Café & Polish Restaurant used to be.

According to the owner they plan on opening this July and will feature gourmet hamburgers, hot dogs, sandwiches and shakes. Beer and wine will also be available. Check out their website here which will be updated soon. Sounds promising!

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1387 Locust St, Walnut Creek

Crogan’s Bar & Grill in downtown Walnut Creek recently had its alcoholic beverage license suspended so they are closed until May 7th. According to the California Department of Beverage Control the reasons for suspension were “created conditions contrary to public welfare and morals” and “disorderly premises”.

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1380 N. California Blvd, Walnut Creek

Thanks to a reader for sending word that the McDonalds in downtown Walnut Creek at the corner of N. California Blvd. and Cypress St. will be closing in July. I dropped by recently and a manager there did say that they would be closing in mid-July.

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1686 Locust St, Walnut Creek

Last December we learned that 54 Mint would be opening a new location in downtown Walnut Creek and they are now scheduled for a May 1st opening. This will be an Italian style bakery (Pasticceria) and pizzeria serving breakfast and lunch until 7pm.

I checked out a preview of the menu and it includes sweet breakfast items such as “Brioche with pastry cream and fruit”, “Cannoli puff pastry with pastry cream”, savory breakfast items such as “Pizza sfoglia (puff pastry pizza) with ham and cheese” and “Pizza sfoglia eggs and pancetta”. For lunch, rectangular pizza slices will be available based on a focaccia crust with various toppings. I tried a piece of focaccia there and it tasted great, can’t wait to try this place out! Desserts such as tiramisu and “panna cotta with berries” will also be available.

Take a look at a sneak preview inside:

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