531 Hartz Ave, Danville
China Paradise has been closed for several months on Hartz Ave in downtown Danville but a recent sign in the window indicates that a new restaurant called Yo’s on Hartz will be opening up in this spot. Stay tuned…
531 Hartz Ave, Danville
China Paradise has been closed for several months on Hartz Ave in downtown Danville but a recent sign in the window indicates that a new restaurant called Yo’s on Hartz will be opening up in this spot. Stay tuned…
2280 Oak Grove Road, Walnut Creek
Back in September I noted that the Dublin based bakery and restaurant Denica’s would be opening a Walnut Creek location (in the Nob Hill shopping center) and they are now open (h/t Patch). Check out their menu here. This looks like a good place for brunch, anyone go yet? What do you recommend? When I dropped by they had various sample trays with cookies above the pastry counter. They also offer fruit-infused water which is a nice touch.
Check out the pastry counter:
65 Moraga Way, Orinda
Located next to Peet’s Coffee on Moraga Way in downtown Orinda, the space formerly occupied by Trattoria Lupetti will reopen as FUSCION Restaurant in November 2013 according to a sign above the doorway. The only thing I can find about this restaurant is in the sign itself, “Fine Dining”. Anyone know what kind of restaurant this will be? Thanks to a reader for sending in this tip.
1616 N. Main St, Walnut Creek
The building where the Chinese restaurant OI-C Bowl is located in downtown Walnut Creek apparently has a problem with the section above the awning in front and because of city regulations a bunch of upgrades will need to be made. OI-C Bowl will remain open during the remodel but the parking lot next to it will be closed until December.
1518 Bonanza St, Walnut Creek
Back in May I noted that the Japanese restaurant Fujian was closing in downtown Walnut Creek on Bonanza St, to be replaced by an Indian restaurant called Kanishka’s and door signage is now up with a planned Fall opening. However, take a look at the photo below and you’ll notice a red notice which is a stop order from the city, hopefully it’s not delayed too long. They are currently looking for a head chef on Craigslist here.
From their Facebook page:
Kanishka’s brings a hi-energy socializing Gastropub experience over Global Fusion mashup, Neo-Indian small plates seductively paired w microbrews n wines.
Two Lafayette restaurants, Artisan Bistro and Chevalier have been selected as part of the 2013 Michelin Bib Gourmand list of Bay Area restaurants that, “denotes good cuisine at a reasonable price”. The complete list can be found here. Why is Walnut Creek always snubbed? Are there no restaurants that fit this criteria or is Walnut Creek not considered the Bay Area?
From their website:
Defined as “Inspectors’ Favorites for Good Value,” Bib Gourmand restaurants offer two courses and a glass of wine or dessert for $40 or less (tax and gratuity not included), and are often of most value to a city’s residents, who regularly dine in neighborhood restaurants.
(h/t Inside Scoop SF)
Saturdays from 11am – 3pm the Off the Grid mobile food market comes to the parking lot of the Willows Shopping Center in Concord where 10 food trucks are stationed offering various cuisines with live music playing in the background. As you can see in the photo below, a KoJa Kitchen food truck which has been featured on the Food Network was extremely popular. Get in line early though as it fills up quickly. As I took this photo a really long line wrapped behind me for KoJa. Anyone been here? Besides KoJa Kitchen what other food trucks do you like?
100 Crescent Dr, Pleasant Hill
Back in July I noted that The Melt truck was spotted in downtown Lafayette and now according to Diablo Dish The Melt may be coming to Pleasant Hill to Crescent Dr, right next to Zachary’s Pizza and across from the Cinemark movie theater. According to the latest city council agenda The Melt is requesting a total of 31 outdoor seats. Check out The Melt’s menu here.
From their website:
Headquartered in San Francisco, California, THE MELT is simply “Grilled Cheese Happiness.” Currently operating 15+ locations throughout California, this fast casual eatery combines chef inspired, all natural, wholesome food with innovative online ordering technology in an eco friendly environment. The growth of THE MELT is fueled by a solid management team led by Flip Video founder Jonathan Kaplan and a top-tier board of directors including Ron Johnson, former head of retail operations at Apple; Mike Moritz and Bruce Dunlevie, two prominent Silicon Valley venture capitalists; and Michael Mina, a James Beard award winning chef and restaurateur. Visit melt.com for more information.
1633 Bonanza St, Walnut Creek
Last week I noted that Cafecitos Cafe would be opening on Thursday and so I dropped by to try check them out and try some South American cuisine which I don’t believe is available anywhere else downtown. The inside is nicely decorated with cool posters from the 1915 San Francisco’s World’s Fair and a giant print designed especially for the cafe in keeping with their purpose, “about celebrating life moments through good food, music, and friendships”.
Check out their menu here. There are so many things I wanted to to try but I settled on the Lomo Saltado sandwich, “a popular Peruvian dish with Asian influences served on a fresh bread roll. Marinated beef, tomato, red onion, and cilantro served with papas fritas and Rocoto chili ketchup”.
Check out the inside of the cafe:
Photos of the sandwich and prints after the jump…
1633 Bonanza St, Walnut Creek
Back in July I noted that Cafecitos Cafe would be opening in downtown Walnut Creek on Bonanza St. and a sign outside states they’ll be open this Thursday. This cafe will feature South American cuisine. Check out their menu here. Entries include Ecuadorian Mango Ceviche and Patacones & Papas (Deep fried banana and potato chips with dipping sauce). I can’t wait to try this place out!