Ygnacio Plaza, Walnut Creek
Thanks to a reader for sending word that China Village Restaurant is closing next month mid-August at Ygnacio Plaza in Walnut Creek after being in business for over 30 years.
Ygnacio Plaza, Walnut Creek
Thanks to a reader for sending word that China Village Restaurant is closing next month mid-August at Ygnacio Plaza in Walnut Creek after being in business for over 30 years.
Ygnacio Plaza, Walnut Creek
I was checking out Sports Basement at Ygnacio Plaza in Walnut Creek recently when I realized that Modern Acupuncture opened. Find out more about their services here.
I had never tried acupuncture before but since they just opened I was able to try a free 30 minute session. The communal area in back has numerous reclining, heated massage chairs separated by curtains for semi-privacy. It’s quiet with TV screens showing nature scenes with soft music playing in the background. You take your shoes and socks off sitting or lying on the chair and wait for the acupuncturist to come where she asks about problem areas. I mentioned my back and stress and eventually she applied several needles to my hands, feet and head in particular areas to help with these problem areas. Then she left for 20 minutes while I tried to relax with needles sticking out of me. Eventually I got used to it and she came back to remove the needles. Although it’s not like a massage where I get instant relief, I did feel noticeably better later on which pleasantly surprised me. Not sure if this is a placebo affect but I actually feel like it worked better than a massage. If you’re thinking about trying it out I recommend checking this place out!
Park Plaza Shops, Lafayette
Joe & the Juice opened recently at the Park Plaza Shops in Lafayette where Squirrel’s Coffee Shop used to be. In addition to drinks they also offer sandwiches and yogurt. Check out their menu here. I heard they tried to be edgy so wasn’t surprised that all three employees bore plenty of tattoos. I asked one employee whether tattoos were required to work there and he was speechless for a moment before replying that they weren’t. Out of curiosity I’ll have to drop by another time to see if there are tattoo-less employees.
More photos of the inside after the jump…
3483 Mt Diablo Blvd, Lafayette
Thanks to everyone who sent word that Boswell’s Discount Party Supplies has closed in Lafayette after 35 years due losing their lease according to a sign in the window. Their Danville location remains open. One reader wrote in hoping that the Lafayette police department takes over this space due to, “police equipment parked in the median and one further down the street toward Jack-in-the-Box.” Check out the photo below and you can see this is no exaggeration.
Photo by Kaizen Nguyễn
Given that we’re in the heat of summer and with soon-to-open juice bars popping up lately, what are your favorites?
I noticed this sign near the Walnut Creek library which touts Walnut Creek’s first cycle-track that is “physically separated from traffic and distinct from sidewalks and pedestrian zones.” Has anyone ridden this? What do you think?
222 Railroad Ave, Danville
A new Pilates & Wellness studio called L’Arc Method is coming to Danville where Realty World Property Network used to be.
480 Hartz Ave, Danville
The Vine and Spirits recently reopened in Danville after a remodeling with a big, new patio. Check out their menu here. They also have a retail section with a “selection of over 200+ bottles from Napa Valley and other renowned wine regions from around the world.”
From their website:
The Vine and Spirits is a sleek and modern small plates restaurant and lounge offering a great selection of food and drink in a casual and inviting environment. We pride ourselves in seeking out the best small production craft wines, beers and spirits to pair with our chef-driven menu. We offer over 18 wines by the glass, many local artisan beers, and craft cocktails. We have a diverse menu of locally sourced seasonal fare, some plates wildly inventive and others comfortingly familiar. We feature daily happy hour specials, and some of the best live music in the east bay!
452 Hartz Ave, Danville
After five years on Hartz Ave. in Danville the outdoor living showroom CastleLite Outdoor has closed.
