GamedayVR Virtual Reality Arcade Opens in Downtown Walnut Creek

November 14, 2017 8:30 am

1373 Locust St, Walnut Creek

The virtual reality arcade GamedayVR opened in downtown Walnut Creek over the weekend. I had a chance to try some of the “experiences” out (10 minutes for $10) and it was crazy cool! They have off the shelf HTC Vive VR headsets where you can choose from several “experiences” such as Space Pirate Trainer, Tilt Brush, Raw Data, Job Simulator and more, including their own in-house made Derek Carr football VR game. Check out the full list and book online on their website here.

Although 10 minutes may seem short it can get pretty intense. I observed one guy who finished playing and was actually sweating. Literally sweating! While waiting it’s also possible to try out the Oculus Rift or Playstation VR systems sitting down for free. Each VR space has a monitor to show others what the player is seeing inside the enclosed virtual space. An assistant helps put on the VR headset and provides a controller for each hand. In between uses each headset is disinfected. In a few weeks they also plan on introducing a more advanced StarVR system where one can actually throw a football!

If you’ve never tried VR out before I would definitely recommend checking this place out to see what it’s all about. I’ll be back for sure! They’re also opening in Emeryville soon and in San Mateo next spring.

More photos of the inside after the jump…

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Oke Poke Opening this Month in Downtown Walnut Creek

November 13, 2017 11:30 am

1529 Locust St, Walnut Creek

We’ve been been anticipating the opening of Oke Poke in downtown Walnut Creek since March and according to their Facebook page they are expecting to open sometime this month. As you can see their signage is now up. Check out their menu here.

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Monica + Andy coming to Broadway Plaza in Walnut Creek

November 13, 2017 8:30 am

Broadway Plaza, Walnut Creek

The baby and children’s clothing store Monica + Andy is coming to Broadway Plaza in Walnut Creek where XCVI and ivivva used to be. Founded in 2012 in Chicago, they feature their own designs made from organic materials. Check out their online shop here.

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Yeehaw! Country Bar and Restaurant Bourbon Highway Opening this Month in Downtown Walnut Creek

November 10, 2017 11:30 am

1677 North Main St, Walnut Creek

Earlier this week we learned from Diablo Dish that a new restaurant and bar featuring country cuisine called Bourbon Highway will be opening later this month where Library on the Main used to be in downtown Walnut Creek. The 6,000 sf, two-story space will offer plenty of outdoor seating. Stay tuned…

From a press release:

Walking distance from all the downtown nightlife, Bourbon Highway will bring fun country and Americana vibes to a city that aches for it. Nowhere among the many restaurants of Walnut Creek can one find anything like what Bourbon Highway will offer. The owners envision country music, upbeat energy, games, and a top-notch menu. It is a destination not only for eating, but also to enjoy before or after dinner for a good time.
Chef Noah Larson hails from great Bay Area restaurants such as A Cote in Rockridge, Belli Osteria in Berkeley, and is a co-chef at Rooftop in Walnut Creek. His passion for good food comes through thick in his down-to-earth, farm-to-table cuisine.
Chef Larson has created a mouthwatering menu of true Southern cuisine. What you’ll find at Bourbon Highway is comfort food pushed out of its comfort zone – upscale southern grub that will raise the bar and satisfy its guests’ deepest cravings.
To complement the delicious food, Bourbon Highway will serve artisanal signature drinks, wine, and craft
beer. Look for classic Texas teas, and cocktails that feature top shelf Bourbon and Whiskeys.
The venue, designed in-style by Jackson Santos of Sasa and Rooftop, provides a warm atmosphere flanked with reclaimed wood and a rich color palette. Great country music amplifies the warm country ambience. Dotted with games like ping-pong and corn hole, Bourbon Highway promises to be the best place in town for games. Whether it’s watching the Warriors on the big screen, or playing a heated game of corn hole outside over beers, the entertainment in Bourbon Highway will not disappoint in delivering a fun night out.

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Bring on the Zamboni! Walnut Creek on Ice at Civic Park Nov 10th – Jan 15th

November 9, 2017 11:30 am

Walnut Creek on Ice at Civic Park is back for another winter season beginning November 10th through January 15th. Check out the various ice skating academy classes here. Pricing is either $12 or $15 depending on the day/time. There is no kid pricing but glider rentals are available for $5 per half hour. More details on their website here.

From the Facebook Ice Winter Festival event page:

November 11, Saturday at 11 AM – 1 PM Come celebrate the opening of Walnut Creek on Ice’s 13th season! Free admission/skates for the first 250 guests; $5 admission until 5pm. Entertainment includes skating performances, face painting, balloon artist & more!

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Bedford Gallery Craft Fest in Walnut Creek Dec 2nd – 3rd

November 8, 2017 4:30 pm

Bedford Gallery Craft Fest:

Bedford Gallery
1601 Civic Drive
Saturday, December 2nd – Sunday, December 3rd, 2017
10:00am – 4:00pm | Free

Each year, Bedford Gallery brings together local makers and designers producing the finest handmade crafts, jewelry, ceramics, textiles, home goods, artisanal foods, clothing, and more for a two-day festival nestled inside an exhibition of contemporary art. Bg Craft Fest has become an annual tradition for Bay Area shoppers looking to find unique gifts for the whole family.

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310 Eatery in Walnut Creek – We’ll be Back!

November 7, 2017 11:30 am

Yesterday we learned that The Lumpia Company replaced 310 Eatery in downtown Walnut Creek but 310 Eatery, like the Terminator, will be back:

The 310 and it’s crew wishes to thank all of it’s fans for the very loyal support over the past twelve months as it returned the Downtown Walnut Creek area. And in this further instance, we would like for our wonderful fan base to know, we have recommenced a search for that special space in Downtown Walnut Creek where it all began for us and in doing so, we will very much look forward to relaunching with the added Progeny component alongside 310’s already “Krazy- Delish” menu – imagine, The Traffic Jam Burger and Bacon Jam Fries on the same table with “Har Gow?” Is your mouth watering already? Legitimate Hong Kong/L.A. Style Dim Sum and with what the Yelp community calls the Best Burgers of the East Bay together on the same table? Wow! Please stay tuned.

In the interim and for those that simply can’t wait for The 310’s anticipated return to Downtown Walnut Creek, you can visit with us at our current “Detour” location inside Spats in Downtown Berkeley at 1974 Shattuck Ave. (nearby University and Shattuck). See you all again soon.

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Porcelanosa Kitchen Bath Opens in Downtown Walnut Creek

November 7, 2017 8:30 am

1401 N. Broadway, Walnut Creek

Porcelanosa Kitchen Bath Showroom which we learned would be opening in downtown Walnut Creek has now opened where Performance Bicycle Shop used to be. Founded in Spain over 40 years ago, they are offering 40% off everything through December 2nd. Check out their Inspiration Gallery here.

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The Lumpia Company Opens in Downtown Walnut Creek

November 6, 2017 11:30 am

1411 Locust St, Walnut Creek

310 Eatery, which relocated to the former Redux Lounge location in downtown Walnut Creek along with the bar Urban Alley, recently closed and a new restaurant featuring the Filipino cuisine lumpia, The Lumpia Company, has opened in its place. Check out their menu here and look for more items soon. They also deliver via UberEATS. Follow them on Instagram here.

From their website:

Back in the day, Alex Retodo’s mom started the first ever Filipino food booth for their annual church festival. Even though Alex would hook his friends up with free Lumpia, Mama Retodo taught her son how to share the Tender, Loving Care through the power of Lumpia.

Today The Lumpia Company is composed 3 former college roommates Eric Pascual, Jeff Martinez & Alex Retodo who are also known as “The Lumpia Brothers.” The brothers are on a mission to share Filipino Food with the world. Their specialty items are the Filipino style Egg-Rolls better known as lumpia, which are 100% Handcrafted and Hand rolled from their brand new kitchen in Oakland California.

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XCVI Closing in Broadway Plaza

November 6, 2017 8:30 am

Broadway Plaza, Walnut Creek

The women’s clothing store XCVI, which relocated (for the fourth time) within Broadway Plaza in Walnut Creek earlier this month is now closing by Tuesday at latest. Check out their online store here.

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