TravisMathew Coming to Broadway Plaza in Walnut Creek

December 17, 2019 8:30 am

Broadway Plaza, Walnut Creek

Thanks to a reader for sending word that the SoCal-based men’s clothing store, TravisMathew, founded in 2007 and bought by Callaway a few years ago, is coming to Broadway Plaza in Walnut Creek.

From their website:

Founded in 2007, TravisMathew draws its inspiration from all aspects of Southern California culture and lifestyle. Our focus on making premier men’s apparel for work and play has cemented our foothold in the sportswear world. Over the past several years, TravisMathew has been leading the way in quality and active-wear design.

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What’s Going on with Blaze Pizza at Lyric in Walnut Creek?

December 16, 2019 11:30 am

Lyric, Walnut Creek

In April we learned that Blaze Pizza would be coming to The Lyric in downtown Walnut Creek but all the coming soon signs have been removed and one reader emailed that they were, “balled up in a trash can in the corner.” However, the website still has a location listed. Anyone know what’s going on? The listed address is, “1507 Locust St.” so I wonder if they’re actually opening next door in the soon-to-be-built new building? Check out their menu here.

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Uniqlo Closing this Month At Plaza Escuela in Downtown Walnut Creek

December 16, 2019 8:30 am

Plaza Escuela, Walnut Creek

The Japanese clothing store Uniqlo, which opened a little over five years ago at Plaza Escuela in downtown Walnut Creek, is closing on December 29th. They are still open in Concord, Pleasanton and Emeryville. Thanks to everyone who emailed about this.

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Manakish Oven and Grill Opening this Weekend in Walnut Creek

December 12, 2019 11:30 am

2905 N. Main St, Walnut Creek

Over the weekend I stopped by the soon-to-open Mediterranean restaurant Manakish Oven and Grill in Walnut Creek and one employee said they are planning to open this weekend. Check for updates on their Facebook page here.

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Diablo Escape Room Coming to Walnut Creek

December 12, 2019 8:30 am

1948 Mt. Diablo Blvd, Walnut Creek

A new escape room called Diablo Escape Room is coming to Walnut Creek right in the retail center where Color Me Mine and Bar Method are located. According to a planning commission report, it will be 2,763 square feet. I’ve done a few escape rooms at Red Door in Concord and a few other places and am a big fan when done right. Looking forward to this!

From the report:

The Diablo Escape Room is an interactive venue that consists of team‐based games where participants discover clues, solve puzzles, and accomplish tasks in one or more rooms in order to escape the room in a limited amount of time.

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“Poor Santa”

December 11, 2019 8:30 am

Spotted at Broadway Plaza in Walnut Creek. “Poor Santa”. Thanks to a reader for sending!

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Freebirds World Burrito Closes at Sprouts Shopping Center in Walnut Creek

December 10, 2019 11:30 am

Sprouts Shopping Center, Walnut Creek

Thanks to everyone who emailed about Freebirds World Burrito closing at Sprouts shopping center in Walnut Creek. They opened almost seven years ago and parking was as tough then as it was when I dropped by over the weekend!

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Burger Loft Opens in Downtown Walnut Creek

December 9, 2019 11:30 am

1389 N. Main Street, Walnut Creek

Burger Loft opened recently where Pomegranate used to be in downtown Walnut Creek. Check out their menu here.

From their website:

All of our meat is organic and every ingredient is locally sourced and totally fresh. More than just burgers, we prepare sure-to-please meals for eat in or takeout for parties, business meetings or family and friend get-togethers. All in a contemporary, family friendly atmosphere with full table service.

We offer take-out, and inside counter seating. Order online directly from us for Takeout, and Catering!

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GritCycle Coming to Downtown Walnut Creek

December 9, 2019 8:30 am

1373 N. Main St, Walnut Creek

If you thought that with the closing of the cycling studio Flywheel Sports in downtown Walnut Creek this summer that indoor cycling studios might be peaking, think again because the SoCal-based cycling studio GritCycle will be coming to NorCal soon right here in downtown Walnut Creek. Check out what it’s like here. Thanks to all who emailed about this.

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Dinosaurs Go Missing at Broadway Plaza in Walnut Creek

December 5, 2019 9:30 am

I don’t mean to alarm anyone but the dinosaurs that recently appeared at Broadway Plaza in Walnut Creek have gone missing. If you spot them roaming around please do not approach them as they are extremely dangerous as they are known carnivores and may attack at any time.

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