3576 Mt. Diablo Blvd, Lafayette
Lavash Mediterranean Restaurant & Catering opened recently in Lafayette where Rustic Tavern used to be.
3576 Mt. Diablo Blvd, Lafayette
Lavash Mediterranean Restaurant & Catering opened recently in Lafayette where Rustic Tavern used to be.
2905 N. Main St, Walnut Creek
Thanks to a reader for sending word about a new restaurant called Manakish Oven & Grill coming to Walnut Creek at the corner of N. Main St. and Geary Rd. where Bee & Tea used to be. According to Wikipedia manakish is, “a popular Levantine [Eastern Mediterranean] food consisting of dough topped with thyme, cheese, or ground meat. Similar to a pizza, it can be sliced or folded, and it can be served either for breakfast or lunch.” Check out their website here.
Rheem Valley Shopping Center
Thanks to a reader for sending word that Taco Bell has finally opened at the Rheem Valley shopping center in Moraga. When I checked it out both the drive-thru and inside area were quite packed. In addition to the regular counter ordering they also have kiosks where you can order as well which is convenient.
1653 Mt. Diablo Blvd, Walnut Creek
Baygreens Salads, opened since only last December in downtown Walnut Creek has closed. An employee inside told me they were permanently closed which his unfortunate since they had really tasty fresh juice drinks but this is a tough location since it’s recessed into the building making it less visible. Their Oakland location remains open. Check out their website here. Thanks to a reader for pointing this out.
1421 Locust St, Walnut Creek
Thanks to a reader for pointing out that a new bakery called Brioche de Paris is coming to downtown Walnut Creek where Canvas and Cabernet used to be. Stay tuned…
The Shops at Todos Santos, Concord
Cinnaholic Gourmet Cinnamon Rolls is planning to open this month, possibly as early as June 14th at the new Shops at Todos Santos plaza in Concord. Check out their menu here. Their popular Berkeley location comes highly recommended with franchises around the country and Canada.
From their website:
Our mission is to solve everyone’s dessert cravings. We’re proud to serve create-your-own cinnamon rolls and other sweet treats. Select from over 20 unique frosting flavors and a variety of fresh and decadent toppings. Mix and match flavors to create a new experience every visit! We believe in using the highest quality ingredients. All our products are scratch-made and fresh-baked, and are 100% vegan, dairy & lactose-free, egg-free and cholesterol-free. We look forward to serving you and your loved ones at one of 30 locations across the U.S. and Canada!
1558 Canyon Rd, Moraga
The cheeky new signage at the highly anticipated Canyon Club Brewery points to a June 30th opening in Moraga. Check out their menu here. As for the beer, “there will be a kölsch, pale ale, and an IPA. There will also be a tart fruited wheat, strong beer, stout, and porter to round out the beer menu.” They can be reached at the well suited number 925-376-BEER. Looking forward to checking this place out!
From their website:
We’re proud to offer our sessionable take on craft beer and an eclectic “Texasfied” gastro pub food menu. Experience the true biergarten life with more than half our seating outside. And the beer; our CCB 7-barrel brewing system enables us to build a tradition of innovation and creativity. All this, set in the backdrop of the Moraga hills. Check us out, enjoy brunch on the weekends, dinner every night and take a crowler and some merch home!
1616 N. Main St, Walnut Creek
The Burmese restaurant Burma 2 is getting closer to open in downtown Walnut Creek and as you can see in the above photo their outdoor signage is up. Check for updates on their website here.
City Center Bishop Ranch, San Ramon
The Napa-based gluten-free Mexican restaurant C CASA, with locations in Napa and Emeryville opened recently at City Center Bishop Ranch in San Ramon. Check out their breakfast menu here and lunch/dinner menu here.
From their website:
We offer a fresh approach to tacos and much more. Fresh, made-to- order white corn tortillas topped with ingredients like seasoned buffalo, rotisserie lamb, grilled prawns, fresh crab, micro greens, goat cheese, chipotle aioli and Serrano salsa. And, we offer interesting small plates and salads, rotisserie meats and poultry and seasonal entrees with a C CASA twist.
