Outside Freebirds World Burrito in Walnut Creek.
I noticed Lottie’s Creamery received a stop work order recently for unauthorized exterior work which is unfortunate but the progress on the inside is coming along nicely judging from the photo below. Originally scheduled to open in the Fall, delayed to December, I’m hoping for a January opening. Lottie’s Creamery is located in downtown Walnut Creek at 1414 N. Main St. across the street from Wells Fargo.
Looks like plans for renaming The Pizza Place in downtown Walnut Creek have fallen through as it is now closed. According to a sign in the window it has been sold. Last month I noted that the store next door, SOFA a la carte also closed. Two stores down the iconic Walnut Creek jewelery and gift shop Ming Quong renewed their lease back in June, however there is an option to terminate the lease within 18 months so it’s possible all three storefronts could be combined into one store. Stay tuned…
When Diablo Dish mentioned an East Coast style pizza joint that recently opened in Walnut Creek I knew I had to check it out. Located next to Las Lomas High School in Walnut Creek on S. Main St, when I visited it was pretty packed. It’s been open since March, and it turns out the owner is originally from near Philadelphia and offers genuine hoagies AKA sub sandwiches in addition to New York style pizza. Check out their menu here. As much as I love the pizza at Pizza Antica in Lafayette I do miss regular New York style pizza every now and then so I’ll be back to try a slice or two. Any fans of this place? How are the hoagies?
Now that’s a pizza!
Pancoast Pizza is located at 1516 S. Main St. in Walnut Creek next to Las Lomas High School.
In addition to the Habit Burger Grill and Freebirds World Burrito, Subway will soon be open in the Sprouts shopping center in Walnut Creek at the corner of N. Main. St. and Geary Blvd. The only remaining store without signage up yet is Coffee Bean and Tea Leaf on the other side of Supercuts.
The salad bar Fresh Choice has closed in downtown Walnut Creek at the corner of S. Main St. and Botelho Dr. According to the Mercury News all remaining restaurants have been closed:
Northern California restaurant chain Fresh Choice, known for its salad buffets and farm-to-fork ideals, has shuttered the last of its stores after failing to appease creditors and overcome a mountain of debt.
Will its successor California Choice take over? Stay tuned…
“Diner en Blanc” “Dinner in White” Party
Sushi and small plates, entertainment, favors, midnight champagne toast and no host bar
Where: Sasa (1432 N. Main St. Walnut Creek)
When: Dec. 31st 8pm – 12am
Price: $75 + tax & gratuity
White attire recommended
Call 925-210-0188 for details and to book
Last week I noted that Freebirds World Burrito would be opening yesterday in Walnut Creek with a soft opening over the weekend and I had a chance to drop by and check it out. Check out Lady Liberty riding a motorcycle crashing through a sign up top and you’ll know that this is not your average Mexican restaurant. This place has pizzazz. Even the employees are free spirits. I’m not sure if it’s due to the opening but everyone was super nice and helpful. I hope that kind of service continues.
Foodwise it seemed rather similar to Chipotle. They definitely don’t like speaking about Chipotle though. What was funny was when they referred to the flavor chipotle, some customers were confused and so the employees had to explain that they were not talking about the restaurant Chipotle. I love cilantro and Freebirds offers free cilantro to add to the burritos so I was quite happy to see that. You can check out their menu here. Any must get combos?
Check out the massive Easy Rider poster while waiting in line:
Freebirds World Burrito is located in the Sprouts shopping center at the corner of N. Main St. and Geary Blvd. in Walnut Creek.
From the Cypress restaurant webpage:
New Year’s Eve at Cypress this year is going to be smashing!
We have the traditional 3 seating’s:1st is at 5 – 6:45: Serving a 4-course meal at $65 per guest.
2nd is at 7 – 8:45: Also serving a 4-course meal at $75 per guest.
3rd is at 9 – Close: 5-course meal, party favors, Champagne toast at midnight, and dancing at $125 per guest.
Our chefs are preparing a wonderful menu that is sure to please. We will be featuring Surf & Turf (steak and scallops or lobster if you prefer), Sea-bass and Duck for entrée choices. As well as entrée choices, you will have a choice of soup or salad, dessert, and it all begins with those delightfully popular Cypress appetizers and amuse bouche. Yummy!The Champagne will be flowing and the Lounge and Bar will be hopping. Our mixologists will be eager to create some of our signature beverages or fix you up with a great standard. Entertaining and talented, these tenders aim to tantalize your palette with their concoctions of spirited libations. Be adventurous…try something new!
There will be live music throughout the evening with Paul Roth & Gary Newman. They will be part of a 3-piece band which will add so much to the late night dancing. You’re probably wondering where will the dance floor be. Fret not…at the third seating, we will clear out the bar area of tables and chairs to give plenty of room for you dancing stars.
If you have any questions or would like to make a reservation, please contact us at (925) 891-4197. You can also book your reservation (for parties of 4 or less) online at cypresswc.com or opentable.
‘Till next time…have a teriffic day : )
After several delays Kinder’s Meats & Deli has finally opened their second Walnut Creek location on Parkside Dr. (The other location is on Ygnacio Valley Rd) last Tuesday. Thanks to a reader tip that it opened! When I go I tend to order the chicken salads, tequila lime ribs and sweet potato fries which are great. You can see their menu here. They also do catering, and when I dropped by over the weekend they have a deal where you can get a free $10 gift card with a $50 gift card purchase. Any recommended dishes? I’ve been thinking about getting the marinated jerk chicken to cook at home.
Check out their meat counter:
Kinder’s is located at 1293 Parkside Drive in Walnut Creek.