Aozora Opening for Takeout in June at Danville Livery

May 18, 2020 8:30 am

Danville Livery

Last August we learned that the Japanese fusion restaurant Aozora would be coming to Danville Livery where Jules Thin Crust Pizza used to be and they are now getting ready to open next month with a special menu available for takeout. I was able to get a preview of the inside which you can see below. There will also be an outdoor dining patio (seen in the above photo on the left). This will be a great place to enjoy Japanese fusion, with a full bar available, including whiskey, and in the meantime, be sure to order takeout to try something new, and support local businesses. Check for updates on their website here and Insta here.

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Kiku Sushi coming to Lafayette

May 11, 2020 11:30 am

261 Lafayette Circle, Lafayette

It looks like Lafayette is getting a new Japanese restaurant with Kiku Sushi coming to Lafayette Circle right next to Back to the Table cooking school. Stay tuned…

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Denica’s Closes in Walnut Creek

April 27, 2020 8:30 am

Citrus Marketplace, Walnut Creek

Thanks to those who emailed (and sent the above photo); Denica’s, which opened about seven years ago, recently closed at Citrus Marketplace in Walnut Creek. Their other three locations are temporarily closed due to the pandemic. Check for updates on their website here.

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Ruth’s Chris Steakhouse Meticulously Detailed Proper Attire Rules in Walnut Creek

April 14, 2020 11:30 am

Plaza Escuela, Walnut Creek

I wonder if Ruth’s Chris Steakhouse in downtown Walnut Creek updates their business casual proper attire rules on an ongoing basis? I imagine every now and then someone comes in wearing something not on the list; the manager rolls their eyes and has a new sign printed with additional attire not to be worn.

Business Casual
Proper Attire Required Please
Kindly remove your hat
when entering the restaurant.

Thank you for not wearing:
Gym wear or sweat pants,
tank tops, clothing with
offensive graphics or language,
exposed undergarments,
cut-off shorts, or beach flip-flops.

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Kudos to Broderick in Downtown Walnut Creek for Sanitizing their Pens

April 6, 2020 8:30 am

1548 Bonanza St, Walnut Creek

I want to give a shout-out to Broderick in downtown Walnut Creek for having a “clean & sanitized” pens bucket in addition to a “used pens” bucket. Not to mention the Purell bottle nearby. I don’t feel that comfortable ordering takeout but would definitely order from Broderick next time I’m in the mood for takeout!

On a side note, over the weekend I phoned in a pizza order for pickup. The person at the counter wasn’t wearing a mask and gave me a pen without mentioning if it had been sanitized. There was no concern about social distancing and I got the impression he couldn’t care less about getting coronavirus or transmitting it to others. Not setting the best example for someone manning the takeout section of a restaurant.

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Homegrown Sustainable Sandwiches Closes in Danville

March 20, 2020 11:30 am

405 Railroad Ave, Danville

Thanks to everyone who sent word that Homegrown Sustainable Sandwiches, which opened a few years ago, closed recently in Danville. A new restaurant called Hopstone Cafe is supposed to open here shortly, hopefully they’ll offer take-out and delivery.

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Hazy Barbecue Coming to Danville

March 19, 2020 11:30 am

200 Hartz Ave, Danville

Hazy Barbecue, featuring “Texas-style smoked meats, California green salads, Hazy IPA beer” is coming to Danville. Check for updates on their website here and Insta page here.

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Gotta Eatta Pita Closes in Danville

March 18, 2020 11:30 am

110 Hartz Ave, Danville

Thanks to a reader for sending word that Gotta Eatta Pita, which opened over six years ago in Danville, has closed. Their Pleasant Hill, Pleasanton and San Jose locations are planning to reopen on April 8th. Check out their menu here.

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Walnut Creek City Council Puts the Kibosh on Plans for Amy’s Drive Thru in Walnut Creek

March 12, 2020 11:30 am

2nd Ave. & N. Main St, Walnut Creek

According to this NBC Bay Area article, the Walnut Creek city council rejected plans for Amy’s Drive Thru at 2nd Ave. & N. Main St in Walnut Creek where In-N-Out Burger was supposed to be. Apparently, traffic would be a problem especially with the drive thru service.

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Update on Salt & Straw at City Center Bishop Ranch

March 11, 2020 11:30 am

Yesterday, when I saw Salt & Straw, one of my favorite ice cream spots, listed on the City Center Bishop Ranch website directory, I started unconsciously drooling thinking about which flavor I was going to get on my cone. But alas, what City Center Bishop Ranch giveth, City Center Bishop Ranch taketh away, and now Salt & Straw no longer appears on their directory.

I’m not sure whether they prematurely added it to the directory, like Broadway Plaza did way back in 2017 when I first spotted Apple listed on their directory (and removed shortly after), or the deal fell through, but I’m hoping they really will be coming! 🍦🍦🍦

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