1556 Mt. Diablo Blvd, Walnut Creek
In April we learned that the home decor and furniture shop Z Gallerie would be returning to downtown Walnut Creek early next year but according to the signage on the window vacated by Anthropologie look for a November opening. Their website notes a December opening so we’ll see….
Encina Grande, Walnut Creek
It’s been a bit longer than a year since Safeway closed in the Encina Grande shopping center on Ygnacio Valley Rd. in Walnut Creek and now Whole Foods is set to open on November 2nd according to this article in the East Bay Times. The article highlights that there will be a self-serve pizza station, coffee, beer and wine bar as well as “high-tech digital ordering kiosks that let customers order sandwiches, burritos and other items on an iPad before picking them up when done shopping”. Can’t wait to check it out!
Last week Safeway reopened across the street in the new Orchards shopping center. Thanks to a reader for pointing out the article.
Broadway Plaza, Walnut Creek
After a long hiatus Go! Calendars – Games – Toys is back at Broadway Plaza in downtown Walnut Creek where Victoria’s Secret used to be. This is one of the few non-fashion stores at Broadway Plaza so enjoy it while it lasts.
The Orchards at Walnut Creek
A few days ago we learned that the Orchards shopping center opened with Safeway and Wells Fargo in Walnut Creek and the department store Stein Mart will be opening next month, October 13th. Anyone been to a Stein Mart before? What store is it most similar to?
Plaza Escuela, Walnut Creek
Sports Authority closed in Plaza Escuela in downtown Walnut Creek back in the spring and now not unsurprisingly Spirit Halloween has opened in this spot. Sign up on their mailing list here to get a 20% off coupon for one item.
Broadway Plaza, Walnut Creek
It’s been a few years and now the fashion boutique XCVI has returned to Broadway Plaza near the fountain area. Previously they were here as a pop-up but I’ve been told they will be here at least a year and possibly longer.
From their website:
XCVI is about luxury, wearability, comfort. The luxury of super-soft, breathable fabrics that drape without clinging, skimming a woman’s curves, flattering her body.
The wearability of clothes that mix-and-match or work as a complete ensemble. We create clothes that can be worn every day in a thousand different ways. Clothes that feel comfortable all day long. Clothes that can be worn from day to evening, can be dressed up or down. Clothes that are versatile.
The Orchards at Walnut Creek
The Orchards shopping center across the street from Encina Grande on Ygnacio Valley Rd. in Walnut Creek is finally open with Safeway (and Wells Fargo) being the first two stores to open. The Safeway is huge with a Starbucks inside and something I haven’t seen in any other Safeway before: cafe seating. That’s great that people will have a place to eat!
1149 S. Main St, Walnut Creek
Anthropologie & Co. has combined their BHLDN Weddings and Terrain brands to reopen in downtown Walnut Creek in a HUGE 30,000 sf spot where Barnes & Noble used to be. In addition to wedding dresses on the second floor, and the outdoor “terrain” areas located on both balconies as well as the entrance main entrance, the new location features a furniture design center and offers a huge selection of accessories and home décor in addition to clothing, handbags, shoes, jewelry and much more.
This is currently the only Anthropologie superstore on the West Coast so check out the photos after the jump and drop by to check out everything they offer.
Plenty more photos after the jump…
Diamond Blvd, Concord
Back in April we learned that a new shopping center called The Veranda would be opening in Concord right next to the Willows Shopping Center where former Chevron offices used to be on Diamond Blvd. and the demolition is almost over. With a 365 by Whole Foods supermarket plus a movie theater this is going to be a great compliment to Willows. I look forward to checking it out when it opens next year.
