1556 Mt. Diablo Blvd, Walnut Creek
Last August, we learned that sweetgreen would be coming to downtown Walnut Creek, and thanks to a reader for sending word that they plan to open in June. As you can see in the photos, their signage is now up. Check out their menu here.
Maximilian, Z Gallerie, and Anthropologie used to be here. (Click the links to see what the signs looked like back then.)
1511 Locust St, Walnut Creek
In November, we learned that Limon Salon would be coming to downtown Walnut Creek, and they have now opened. Check out their services/prices here, here and here.
Lafayette Mercantile
Bay Area-based Mighty Pilates is “opening soon” at the Lafayette Mercantile shopping center. This will be their fourth location and first in the East Bay. Find out more about the experience here.
From their Lafayette studio page:
The newly renovated space is 1,800 square feet and will feature a reception area, a large room with 11 Balanced Body Reformers plus separate rooms for single or duo private sessions.
Plaza Escuela, Walnut Creek
Relax the Back is coming to Plaza Escuela in downtown Walnut Creek. Check out their online selection here.
From their website:
Relax The Back was founded in 1984 by an osteopathic physician who wanted to make it easier for his patients to find the self-care products necessary to relieve their neck and back pain. The company began franchising in 1989 with the support of the medical community behind it. It is this relationship with the medical community that put Relax The Back in a unique position – that of a specialty wellness retailer.
1360 Locust St, Walnut Creek
Last month, we learned that City Square Sicilian Pizza would be coming to downtown Walnut Creek where Bierhaus used to be, and they’ll be opening next week on May 11th. There will be an open house this Friday, May 6th from 4 – 9pm with free pizza and $5 local beer and wine. There will also be a family/friends event on Saturday, May 7th with free food and drinks (ticket required, registration here). Check out photos of the pizza on their website here.
Orinda Theatre Square
Thanks to a reader for sending word that after 13 years in Orinda, Republic of Cake is relocating to Danville to the Rose Garden shopping center where Subway used to be. Check out their menu here, and stay tuned for Kibi’s Cafe to take over the Orinda spot.
I love boba drinks, but even the lowest sugar level is too sweet! Is it me or is there actually a lot of sugar in boba drinks? I wish I could choose a 10% sweetness option. Are there any boba cafes with less sweet offerings?
1522 N. Main St, Walnut Creek
Last April, we learned that Singapore restaurant Table at 7 would be coming to downtown Walnut Creek where PRIMA Ristorante used to be, and the renamed restaurant, SanDai, is targeted to open this summer. Check for updates on their website here, and follow them on Instagram here.
1389 N. Main St, Walnut Creek
Boba Studio is coming to downtown Walnut Creek next to Dumpling Hours. Both spots are 1389 (A & B) so I imagine it’s going into the former Azar hair salon spot.
Broadway Plaza, Walnut Creek
Thanks to a reader for sending word that the shoe store Dr. Martens is coming to Broadway Plaza in Walnut Creek where RITUALS used to be. Check out their online shop here and find out more about Dr. Martens history here.