Auntie Anne’s Pretzels, located next to Macy’s in Broadway Plaza, Walnut Creek has closed. Luckily La Boulange Bakery is right around the corner.
Auntie Anne’s Pretzels, located next to Macy’s in Broadway Plaza, Walnut Creek has closed. Luckily La Boulange Bakery is right around the corner.
1518 Bonanza St, Walnut Creek
Back in October I noted that the Indian gastropub Kanishka’s would be opening in downtown Walnut Creek and they are now expected to open by the end of January. According to the owner there will be a limited, pre-opening special event that you can sign up for on their Facebook page to have a chance to try their, “Neo-Indian small plates w/East India influences w/ a niche wine & beer”. Stay tuned…
Locust St, Walnut Creek
Back in November I noted that southern California-based Veggie Grill may be opening in downtown Walnut Creek and it looks like this is definitely happening based on a public notice posted in the window and the site plan which you can see below. Note how the space previously occupied by the Nail Shop is still available for lease. I would have thought that Veggie Grill would have taken over that as well for more seating but looks like that’s not the case. Check out the Veggie Grill menu here.
From the Beyond the Creek Facebook page:
Do we know of any bars in Walnut Creek having any New Year’s Eve celebrations?
Walnut Creek Yacht Club
1555 Bonanza St, Walnut Creek
Tuesday, December 31st, 2013
5:30, 6:00, 8:00, 8:30 | $55family style seating & service
Menu
Calamari Antipasti
salami, olives, pickled vegetables, balsamic syrupWarm Acme Sourdough Bread
Iceberg & Local Albacore Confit Salad
roasted red pepper, crispy fennel
lemon-oregano dressing
Local Dungeness Crab
chilled, regatta fries, coleslaw, cocktail sauce & lemon aioliTriple TCHO Chocolate Brownie
warm peanut butter-caramel sauce
vanilla bean ice creamroasted salted peanuts
$55.00 dollars per person
tax and gratuity not included
1545 Locust St, Walnut Creek
Back in October I noted that a new wine tasting room called Buon Vino would be opening in downtown Walnut Creek and now you can see an explanatory sign in the window. Based on an email from the owner it looks like it will be opening this spring. You can follow their Facebook page here.
Check out the sign in the window:
The wait is finally over as long-anticipated Roam Artisan Burgers opened its newest location in downtown Lafayette in La Fiesta Square yesterday. Knowing it would be packed I couldn’t resist and dropped by with my family last night to try their renown Heritage burger with “Applewood smoked bacon, Fontina, butter lettuce, tomato, caramelized onions and herb mayo” and salted caramel milkshake and was thrilled to have found a delicious, cool and reasonably priced burger joint in the Lamorinda area. Not as fatty as other burgers I’ve had nearby, the toppings are some of the tastiest I’ve had, as was the bun which was outstanding as well. The shake was so addictingly good I would feel guilty for drinking but they offer a child size which saved me. Yum! They also offer a nice selection of craft brews and wine. Check out their menu here.
The inside design looks incredible with plenty of wood and warm lighting thanks to exposed bulb pendants. Note that you first place your order at the cashier, get a number and then sit down at a table, the bar or a really long communal table and your food and drinks will be brought directly to you. Roam Artisan Burgers is open everyday from 11:30 am – 10 pm.
Check out more photos after the jump…
1686 Locust St, Walnut Creek
Back in August of last year the Walnut Creek Baking Company closed for good and now 54 Mint Forno will be opening an Italian Bakery in February at this downtown Walnut Creek location on Locust St. It looks like this is related to 54 Mint with locations in San Francisco and Concord.
54 Mint -Il Forno will open an Italian Bakery in Walnut Creek downtown. We are looking for an experienced baker/pastry chef to oversee the operation and production of a small bakery.
Breads, pizza, focaccia and simple Italian pastries will be our core business, salary will be adequate to the experience proven. Opening mid Feb . 2014.
Sign:
850 S. Broadway, Walnut Creek
Thanks to a reader for sending word that the steakhouse Vic Stewart’s in Walnut Creek will be open for lunch from 11am – 2pm on weekdays through December 24th..
3003 Oak Rd, Walnut Creek
Thanks to a reader for sending word that The Salad Spot recently opened in Walnut Creek near the Pleasant Hill BART station in the PMI Plaza. Check out the menu in the photo below. According to a description in the window The Salad Spot existed in Florida but the owner relocated to the Bay Area and reopened it here.
From their Facebook page:
Now you can make your own salad or wrap the way YOU like it! Your choice of greens, proteins, and a HUGE assortment of delicious salad toppings.
Great proteins: Albacore white tuna, grilled chicken breast strips, cheeses, fresh tuna salad, cranberry chicken salad, curried chicken salad.
Healthy toppings: flax seeds, sunflower seeds, dried cranberries, slivered almonds, peanuts. Home-style soups!
Home-made HOT BAR! Incredible Beef Meatballs. Build your own Turkey Meat Tacos. Stuffed Pepper Stew. Tuscan White Bean Stew. Turkey Chili with Beans.
Salad & Hot Bar — $7.49/lb Soups by the cup.
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Inside view:
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