Lafayette Mercantile
After ten years at Lafayette Clocktower, Venture Goods is relocating down the block to Lafayette Mercantile where Jos. A. Bank used to be. Check out their online shop here. If you’re in the area make sure to drop by and check it out because it has the most amazing selection of clothing and goods and the store design is top notch as well. I look forward to checking out the new location in March.
Broadway Plaza, Walnut Creek
In July, we learned that the Canadian teen retailer Garage would be coming to Broadway Plaza in Walnut Creek where Soma used to be, and their “We’re Coming” signage is now up. Check out their online selection here.
Broadway Plaza, Walnut Creek
Thanks to a reader for sending word that the jewelry store Brilliant Earth is coming to Broadway Plaza in downtown Walnut Creek. Check out their online selection here.
From their website:
We strive to use 100% recycled precious metals to minimize our footprint and help diminish the negative impacts of metal mining. Precious metals can be recycled repeatedly without degrading their integrity, which means we don’t compromise quality or beauty to make sustainable jewelry.
1372 Locust St, Walnut Creek
De Afghanan “Authentic Kabob House” has triumphantly returned to downtown Walnut Creek, to the very spot where they opened late 2019. Then, in 2021, Onigilly Japanese Kitchen opened in its place, but despite my love of onigiri rice balls, apparently, it wasn’t enough, and they closed rather quickly, which allowed De Afghanan to reopen here. I look forward to trying the kebabs out soon!
Plaza Escuela, Walnut Creek
Last November, we learned that Planet Fitness would be coming to Plaza Escuela where Cost Plus used to be, and they have now opened. Check out details on their Walnut Creek page here and membership plans here. How can they offer a $10 monthly plan? Is this typical?
1520 Locust St, Walnut Creek
In September we learned that Pleasanton-based Elia would be coming to downtown Walnut Creek where Lokanta used to be, and they have now opened. Check out their Pleasanton menu here.
Newell Promenade, Walnut Creek
Thanks to a reader for sending word that San Ramon-based Andaman Thai is coming to Newell Promenade in Walnut Creek. Check out their San Ramon menu here.
Plaza Center, Lafayette
I was surprised to see the distinctive Cuesta Antiques truck by Whole Foods at Plaza Center in Lafayette, and sure enough, in the back is Cuesta Antiques, relocated from their former spot in La Fiesta Square.
