Cielito Cocina Mexicana Opens in Danville

June 25, 2019 2:30 pm

445 Railroad Ave, Danville

Cielito Cocina Mexicana opened recently where Chow used to be in Danville. Check out their menu here. I look forward to trying both this and recently opened Cocina Hermanas nearby.

From their website:

Cielito Cocina Mexicana features authentic, regional Mexican cuisine from Puebla and Oaxaca. We also have a full bar with an exceptional tequila and mezcal collection, California wines, and local microbrews on tap. We support local farmers so that we can source the freshest ingredients.

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Sweethoney Dessert Coming to Clayton Center in Concord

June 24, 2019 3:15 pm

Clayton Center, Concord

Thanks to everyone who sent word that Sweethoney Dessert is coming to Clayton Center in Concord next to Dunkin’. Check out their menu here.

From their website:

We continued to pride ourself in hand crafting the freshest and finest authentic Hong Kong desserts with consistency and integrity. Using high quality natural ingredients and fresh fruits that are available locally. It’s freshness and delicacy taste of nature will ensure you an unforgettable experience.

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Cinnaholic Opens Today at Shops at Todos Santos in Concord

June 21, 2019 12:00 pm

The Shops at Todos Santos, Concord

The cinnamon roll bakery Cinnaholic opened today at The Shops at Todos Santos plaza in Concord. Check out their menu here.

From their website:

Cinnaholic is the original, gourmet cinnamon roll bakery. With over 20 unique frosting flavors and a variety of fresh and decadent toppings, we’re not your typical cinnamon roll dessert shop. Visit us at our Cinnaholic Concord Downtown store to experience our award winning, handcrafted cinnamon rolls, brownies, edible cookie dough and baked cookies. We proudly cater small and large gatherings, including holiday parties, office and school events, business meetings, birthday parties, bridal and baby showers, and weddings. All our products are made with the highest quality ingredients, and are 100% vegan, dairy & lactose-free, egg-free and cholesterol-free. As seen on ABC’s hit television show, SHARK TANK!

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Lever Coffee Parlor Coming to Downtown Walnut Creek

June 18, 2019 12:30 pm

1410 N. Main St, Walnut Creek

A new coffee shop called Lever Coffee Parlor is coming to downtown Walnut Creek where Schroder Insurance used to be. In addition to coffee and food, there will also be a barber shop! Check out the coffee parlor site here and barber shop site here.

From their website:

Our coffee is sourced from artisan partners who view coffee cultivation as a time honored tradition. We pay respect to the beans we collect by using hand-built Lever Press machines to brew our espresso or going slow with a thoughtful pour over for you to enjoy.

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Cinco de Mayo Closes in Downtown Walnut Creek

June 17, 2019 2:15 pm

1372 Locust St, Walnut Creek

Thanks to a reader for pointing out that Cinco de Mayo has closed in downtown Walnut Creek. According to a sign in the window their Concord restaurant remains open. Look for Patron Mexican Grill to come here soon.

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Burgerim Signage Up at Shops at Todos Santos

June 14, 2019 3:45 pm

The Shops at Todos Santos, Concord

The Burgerim signage is up at The Shops at Todos Santos in Concord. Check out their menu here.

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Taqueria La Plaza Signage Up at Palos Verdes Mall in Walnut Creek

June 13, 2019 12:45 pm

Palos Verdes Mall, Walnut Creek

Last year we learned that Kuki’s Ice Cream Cakes closed at the Palos Verdes mall in Walnut Creek with Taqueria La Plaza “coming soon”. As you can see in the above photo the signage is up but no word yet on when they will open.

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Pancoast Pizza Reopens in Walnut Creek

June 12, 2019 2:30 pm

1516 S. Main St, Walnut Creek

The Pancoast Pizza expansion that we learned would be opening in Walnut Creek last year is now complete and they are open for business with patio seating as you can see from the above photo. Check out their website here.

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Lavash Mediterranean Restaurant & Catering Opens in Lafayette

June 11, 2019 11:30 am

3576 Mt. Diablo Blvd, Lafayette

Lavash Mediterranean Restaurant & Catering opened recently in Lafayette where Rustic Tavern used to be.

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Manakish Oven & Grill Coming to Walnut Creek

June 10, 2019 11:30 am

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.

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