1359 Locust Street, Walnut Creek
Back in January we learned that Taqueria Mexican Grill would be closing in downtown Walnut Creek and they have now closed as work begins on a new Mexican restaurant called Fuego Tequila Grill. Stay tuned…
1359 Locust Street, Walnut Creek
Back in January we learned that Taqueria Mexican Grill would be closing in downtown Walnut Creek and they have now closed as work begins on a new Mexican restaurant called Fuego Tequila Grill. Stay tuned…
1847 Willow Pass Rd, Concord
Oakland-based Cajun/Creole restaurant Rockin Crawfish is opening in a new location this month in the Park ‘N’ Shop on Willow Pass Rd. in Concord (right behind McDonald’s) according to their Facebook page. Check out their Oakland menu here.
From their website:
Our delicious seafood has a uniquely Cajun flavor that we know you will love. We also offer a full line of beverages including both Domestic and Imported Beers, Sake, or delicious Sakitinis served with your choice of fruit from lychees to mango or peach.
For starters we offer an appetizer list that is sure to have something you’re craving. Choose from Cajun chili cheese fries or Buffalo wings to seafood gumbo or oysters on the half shell, but remember to save room for your main course!
On our menu you will find great Cajun seafood offerings including crawfish, crab, shrimp, clams and oysters, and for families we’ve included some kid friendly items as well, like chicken strips with fries. Add your choice of sides, including rice, potatoes or corn, and your dinner is complete. And dPark ‘N’ Shopon’t think we’ve forgotten about desert – you will love our fried Oreos with strawberries and ice cream.
15 Crescent Dr, Pleasant Hill
Last October we learned that an extension to Jack’s Restaurant and Bar would be added next to their downtown Pleasant Hill location and construction has now begun on the bar to be called Jack’s Taps. Look for an opening in, late spring/early summer. They will feature, “20 beers on tap, mostly locale and west coast breweries. plus a unique bottle selection.”
Willows Shopping Center, Concord
The burger restaurant Eureka! is coming soon to the Willows Shopping Center in Concord according to a sign in one of the newly built sections across the street from where Ike’s will be. Check out their Berkeley menu here. Has anyone been to their Berkeley location? What dishes do you recommend?
They also offer craft brews and a bourbon bar. From their website:
Discover the renaissance of American craft brewing and small batch distillation in our uniquely 100% America beer and bourbon bar. Eureka! features rare, innovative and ultra-premium craft beer and whiskey handmade by our nation’s best artisans. To celebrate this quintessential American tradition our classic cocktail selection is derived from all natural liqueurs, fresh fruits and a full-bar.
3555 Mt. Diablo Blvd, Lafayette
Thanks to everyone who sent word that the new Chinese restaurant that replaced Lily’s House in downtown Lafayette has opened.
Check out the menu after the jump…
Spotted behind The Stadium Pub in downtown Walnut Creek:
Chicago Kosher Style
Vienna Beef Hot Dogs
3616 Mt. Diablo Blvd, Lafayette
Last month we saw the progress on the California/Mexican/Spanish rancho-style restaurant Rancho Cantina in downtown Lafayette and according to their Facebook page they plan on opening in early March.
1552 Locust St, Walnut Creek
Looks like there are delays at the Japanese bistro Izakaya Jun in downtown Walnut Creek. The signage is up but there has been a Stop Work posting up for a while now…
1276 S. California Blvd, Walnut Creek
Lots of progress at the pizza restaurant Project Pie that’s planning on opening in downtown Walnut Creek where AAA used to be. As you can see in the above photo there will be outdoor seating. The inside looks done so it shouldn’t be much longer… Check out their menu here.
