Diamond Blvd, Concord
Back in April we learned that a new shopping center called The Veranda would be opening in Concord right next to the Willows Shopping Center where former Chevron offices used to be on Diamond Blvd. and the demolition is almost over. With a 365 by Whole Foods supermarket plus a movie theater this is going to be a great compliment to Willows. I look forward to checking it out when it opens next year.
Willows Shopping Center, Concord
Thanks to a reader for sending word that the Japanese store Daiso is opening in the Willows Shopping Center in Concord next to Fuddruckers. They plan on opening this Friday, September 2nd. Daiso sells many low priced products for $1.50. Find out more about Daiso from Wikipedia here. Check out their website here.
Willows Shopping Center, Concord
The wait is almost over as the Sacramento-based restaurant Dos Coyotes Border Cafe is set to open later this week in the Willows Shopping Center in Concord. They offer a variety of southwestern cuisine and also do catering. Check out their menu here and find out more about the backstory to the restaurant here. I was able to get a preview so check out photos of the inside (after the jump) to see what it’s like. As you can see in the photo below they offer plenty of seating as well as an outdoor dining area.
More photos of the inside after the jump…
Oak Grove Plaza, Concord
Thanks to everyone who sent word about 54 Mint Ristorante closing their Oak Grove Plaza Concord location recently. (The are still open in downtown Walnut Creek). Mona’s Burgers & Shakes, which opened in the Palos Verdes Mall back in 2014 in Walnut Creek will be opening their second location here sometime in late September. Check out their menu here.
Sunvalley Shopping Center, Concord
Earlier this year we learned that the entertainment center Round 1 Bowling & Amusement would be opening in the Sunvalley Shopping Center in Concord and they have now opened. (Thanks to a reader for pointing this out). In addition to arcade, bowling and karaoke rooms, they also offer billiards, a couple of ping pong tables, darts, a food and drink section and more, including purikura machines. It’s huge! I noticed quite a few Japanese imported arcade games. The amount of games on the floor is overwhelming. I kept looking around finding something I wanted to try. Anyone check this place out? What are your favorite games?
Plenty of photos of the inside after the jump…
Caravanserai -Legendary Music of Santana:
Todos Santos plaza
Concord, CA
Thursday, August 25th, 2016
6:30pm – 8:00pm | Free
Photos provided by Original Mels Diner
4391 Treat Blvd, Concord
Late last year we learned that Original Mels Diner would be opening in Concord where Coco’s Bakery Restaurant used to be on Treat Ave. According to the owner it is set for a September 7th opening at 10am. “Training starts this weekend and will go on until opening.” Check out the complete menu here. They also plan on opening in the old Hurricane Grill and Wings/Chicago Unos Grill location later this year.
More preview photos of the inside after the jump..
Hilton Concord
1970 Diamond Blvd, Concord
Wednesday, September 21st, 2016
6:00 – 9:00pm | $50Don’t miss this special evening supporting the local sustainability movement and join our wonderful community of sustainability leaders at the 8th Annual Contra Costa Leadership in Sustainability Awards Gala.
Enjoy delicious local food and wine from our local, sustainable partners on the beautiful Hilton Concord patio, live music, a wine raffle, and much more!
We are excited to have Vice Mayor of Lafayette Mike Anderson as our Master of Ceremonies for this year’s “Inspired By Nature” themed event, celebrating our parks and open spaces. After the reception, we will present the Leadership In Sustainability and Green Building Awards, honoring those who demonstrate outstanding commitment and leadership in making Contra Costa a healthy, resilient place to live, work, and play for generations to come.
1960 Concord Ave, Concord
Yanni’s Taverna closed last month in Danville but they have reopened with an additional focus on burgers in Concord where The Pig & the Pickle used to be. Check out their menu here and thanks to a reader for pointing this out.
1930 Salvio St, Concord
Last month we learned that I Love Ramen & Noodles closed in Concord next to Brenden Theatres and now Sunnyvale-based Vons Chicken has opened in its place. Check out their menu here. Anyone try the chicken here? How is it?
