965 Mountain View Dr, Lafayette
A new Vietnamese restaurant called Pho Benny is coming soon to Lafayette where Bistro Burger & Grill used to be, a stone’s throw away from Trader’s Joes. Stay tuned…
965 Mountain View Dr, Lafayette
A new Vietnamese restaurant called Pho Benny is coming soon to Lafayette where Bistro Burger & Grill used to be, a stone’s throw away from Trader’s Joes. Stay tuned…
Mt. Diablo Blvd. & Brown Ave, Lafayette
Check out the progress on The Mill on Brown townhomes in Lafayette, “arriving late 2021”. Built by Branagh Development, these are two bedroom townhomes, ranging from 1,119 to 1,879 sq. ft. Check out the floorplans here. Of the 13 available townhomes, two are Below-Market-Rate (BMR).
From their website:
The juxtaposition of turn-of-the-century with state-of-the-art design embodies the essence of nonconforming architecture. The Sacramento River-style brick and rustic browns echo the tones of the nearby oak-studded hillsides.
3455 Mt. Diablo Blvd, Lafayette
Local Kitchens, which prepares food for delivery or takeout for such restaurants such as Senor Sisig (Filipino Street Food), Proposition Chicken, Saucy Asian, and MIXT, opened recently in Lafayette. Check out their website here.
From a job posting:
Our solution is to create a single kitchen with many brands focused exclusively on delivery and takeout. We use technology to maintain high-quality food and to make every kitchen employees’ job more enjoyable.
Park Plaza Shops, Lafayette
Joe & the Juice, which opened a couple of summers ago at Park Plaza Shops in Lafayette, has closed. The inside looks like it was just abandoned but the Available sign in front shows it’s gone for good.
3339 Mt Diablo Blvd, Lafayette
Thanks to all who sent word that El Charro Mexican Dining, in business for over 70 years in Lafayette, will be closing year-end, as a consequence of the “financial loss due to the coronavirus pandemic”, according to this Mercury News article. Check out their goodbye message and updates on their Facebook page here.
3566 Mt. Diablo Blvd, Lafayette
The cycling showroom First Mile Cycle Works, which will also be a “maintenance & demo center”, is opening in Lafayette next spring where Milosport used to be.
From their website:
First Mile Cycle Works bridges the gap in the direct to consumer bicycle experience. We give riders of all levels the unique opportunity to try before they buy, and a trusted local source for maintenance and community.
Lafayette Forge
Thanks to a reader for pointing out that Headlands Brewing is opening a taproom at the Lafayette Forge where the Lafayette Art Gallery used to be, next to Bonehead’s Texas BBQ. You may remember years ago that Lamorinda Taphouse was going to open at the backside of the Lafayette Forge… Check out Headlands Brewing beer selection here and follow the progress on their Insta here.
From their website:
Our indoor and outdoor design plan for the new brewery will feature a taproom with a 20-tap floating draught tower, two outdoor patios with fire pits and family-friendly open landscaping. We will proudly feature small batch ales exclusively available at the brewery, as well as guest beers, local wines and ciders, and a light, creative food program.
Park Plaza Shops, Lafayette
Thanks to those who sent word that Danville-based gift shop Lemon recently closed their Lafayette location at the Park Plaza Shops. Their Danville store remains open and you can also shop online here.
Lafayette Clocktower
The children’s boutique Myara, which opened last spring in the Lafayette Clocktower, has closed.
