Ygnacio Plaza, Walnut Creek
Thanks to a reader for sending word that Mendocino Farms, which we learned in January would be coming to Ygnacio Plaza in Walnut Creek, is opening today. Check out their menu here.
From their website:
Our creative sandwiches, salads and more take you on an unexpected culinary adventure with fresh ingredients and fearless flavor combinations.
We first opened our doors in 2005 as a family business with the vision to offer much more than great food
1512 N. Main St, Walnut Creek
Thanks to everyone who sent word that Indian restaurant The Yellow Chilli is coming to downtown Walnut Creek where Sultan’s Kebab used to be. According to a sign in the window, they have locations in Danville and Livermore. Check out their Danville menu here.
From their website:
Chef Sanjeev Kapoor travels extensively in India in search of unique tastes and flavors of various regions, which provides the inspiration for his recipes. With this as a base, his menu philosophy is to work on the principle of re-inventing cult Indian dishes. As a result, The Yellow Chilli Danville provides its guests a feel of traveling across India with all five senses and a plate.
San Miguel Center, Walnut Creek
Thanks to everyone who sent word that Jersey Mike’s Subs is coming to San Miguel Center in downtown Walnut Creek where Caspers Hot Dogs used to be. Check out their menu here.
Park ‘N’ Shop, Concord
Uji Time Dessert, featuring taiyaki (fish-shaped cake) soft serve ice cream opened last year at the Park ‘N’ Shop shopping center in Concord. Featuring flavors like matcha, black sesame and ube, I quite enjoyed the flavors and being able to pick out toppings and the taiyaki filling. Nice to enjoy on a hot summer day! 🍨
The Veranda, Concord
Vietnamese fusion restaurant Mrs. Pho opened at The Veranda in Concord, where Silverlake Ramen used to be.
1372 N. Main St, Walnut Creek
In March, we learned that CREAM would be closing in downtown Walnut Creek, and the official closing date will be on July 16th. Their Concord location will remain open. Check out their menu here.
The Mercer, Walnut Creek
Thanks to everyone who sent word that chef owner Rodney Worth’s Peasant & the Pear is coming to the Mercer where The Counter used to be. The restaurant name will be The Little Pear and their menu can be viewed here.
1512 N. Main St, Walnut Creek
Thanks to a reader for sending word that Sultan’s Kebab has closed in downtown Walnut Creek, after less than two years in business at this spot.
Orinda Theatre Square
Last month, we learned that Starbucks closes at Orinda Theatre Square, and next door, Subway has also closed.
