Citrus Marketplace, Walnut Creek
Thanks to a reader for sending word that European Delights “a noble pastry tradition”, opened at Citrus Marketplace in Walnut Creek. Check out their menu here and here.
Lyric, Walnut Creek
The champagne bar Fizz is coming to Lyric in downtown Walnut Creek where Sweetwater used to be. Check for updates on their Insta here and website here.
1372 Locust St, Walnut Creek
De Afghanan, which opened in December 2019 and closed in 2021, is returning to the same spot since Onigilly closed. Between Turkish kebab and Afghan kebab, which do you prefer?
Todos Santos Plaza, Concord
Boba cafe Teaspoon is coming to Todos Santos Plaza in Concord where Loard’s ice cream used to be. Check out their menu here.
Plaza Escuela, Walnut Creek
In February, we learned that Nick the Greek would be coming to Plaza Escuela in downtown Walnut Creek, and their signage is now up and will be opening August 25th. I enjoyed the gyro bowl I tried in Concord and look forward to this place opening soon. Check out their menu here.
1360 Locust St, Walnut Creek
Open only since May, the pizzeria City Square, where Bierhaus used to be, has closed.
Rossmoor Town Center, Walnut Creek
It’s been a long wait but Mountain Mike’s Pizza finally opened at Rossmoor Town Center in Walnut Creek. Check out their menu here.
1315 N. Main St, Walnut Creek
Thanks to everyone who sent word that Napa Valley-based Model Bakery is opening their largest location yet in downtown Walnut Creek where La Fogata Mexican Bar & grill used to be. According to this SF Chronicle article, they “will sell more than a dozen varieties of organic artisan bread, pastries and cookies, like the absurdly rich chocolate rads, alongside espresso drinks utilizing a custom roast from Seattle’s Cafe Vita.” Check out their pastries here, cookie and desserts here, and breakfast and lunch photos here. Look for a late 2022 opening. Has anyone tried their English muffins? Are they out-of-this-world delicious?
From their website:
Today’s Model Bakery specializes in artisan breads made with organic stone ground flours and the highest quality ingredients as well as a complete range of pastry products.
The Veranda, Concord
Longport Fish Company opened at the The Veranda in Concord where EMC Seafood & Raw Bar used to be. Check out their menu here.
From their website:
Along with twists on American classics, there will be plenty of global influences as well, using only sustainable and mostly local seafood. Longport FC’s diverse menu features a wood burning grill for steaks and chops, fresh organic salads, amazing raw bar, and an excellent, well thought out craft beer, wine, and fresh cocktail program.
Plaza Escuela, Walnut Creek
In February, we learned that Nick the Greek would be coming to Plaza Escuela in downtown Walnut Creek and their Coming Soon signage is now up. Check out their menu here.