Capital One Cafe Opens in Walnut Creek

July 18, 2017 12:10 pm

1139 S. Main Street, Walnut Creek

Capital One Cafe opened recently in downtown Walnut Creek where GAP used to be, next to the apple store and I dropped by to see how it compares to their San Francisco location. With a Peet’s cafe located inside (50% off drinks for Capital One card/account holders) and plenty of seating this is a great spot to socialize and get stuff done! The lighting is great, they have meeting rooms for non-profits as well as little semi-private rooms called nooks that are available to individuals. Check with an employee first before using a nook though. They even have a water-filling station available. With the ATMs you can pay your credit card there as well learn about financial services they offer. And don’t forget to walk out the back to check out the koi pond with gigantic koi fish, it’s amazing!

More photos of the inside after the jump…

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Makers Market Coming to Broadway Plaza in Walnut Creek

July 18, 2017 8:30 am

Broadway Plaza, Walnut Creek

Makers Market, featuring handcrafted, American-made goods is opening their second location after Santana Row in Broadway Plaza in Walnut Creek where Les Lunes used to be (relocated down the street also within Broadway Plaza), near the fountain. Check out their story here and see their local maker product line here.

From their website:

Join our mission to Rebuild the Legacy of American Made. Products that honor the ideals of American craftsmanship and are Modern + Heritage-inspired. Products inspired by the heart and soul of an emerging maker. In our quest to bring you the best in handcrafted, we have vetted each product to ensure it is well-designed, long-lasting, and either organic, sustainable or ethically produced.

There is currently an exciting resurgence in American making, that is both steeped in tradition, and relevant to the modern world. At Makers Market, we’re weaving the legacy of American-made goods back together, one story at a time.

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Update – Limon Rotisserie Opening July 21st in Downtown Walnut Creek

July 17, 2017 11:40 am

1524 Locust St, Walnut Creek

Last month we learned that the San Francisco Peruvian restaurant Limon Rotisserie would be opening today but a new sign in the window indicates they will be opening at 5pm this Friday, July 21st. Check out their menus here and read about their background here.

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Saje Natural Wellness Coming to Broadway Plaza this Fall

July 17, 2017 8:30 am

Broadway Plaza, Walnut Creek

A couple of months ago we learned that Canadian skincare company Saje Natural Wellness would be coming to Broadway Plaza in Walnut Creek and according to the temporary signage now up they will be opening sometime in the fall where Michael Stars used to be. In addition to three other Bay Area locations in San Francisco, Santa Clara and Corte Madera in Marin, another store will be opening on Fourth Street in Berkeley. Check out Saje’s story here and their product line here.

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Fusion Bistro Opening End of July across from Todos Santos Plaza in Concord

July 14, 2017 11:30 am

Salvio Pacheco Square, Concord

Earlier this week we learned that the boba cafe T4 opened in Salvio Pacheco Square across from Todos Santos Plaza in Concord and it turns out the owner (who also owns Sushi Delight in San Leandro) also plans on opening the restaurant Fusion Bistro next door by the end of July which will feature Chinese style fusion dishes. I was able to get some photos of the inside since it’s directly connected to T4 via the hallway in back. They also share bathrooms.

More photos of the inside after the jump…

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Bounty Hunter Food.Wine.Spirits Coming to Downtown Walnut Creek Spring 2018

July 13, 2017 11:30 am

1521 Mt Diablo Blvd, Walnut Creek

Napa-based Bounty Hunter Rare Wines & Spirits & Smokin’ BBQ is expanding to downtown Walnut Creek where Tommy Bahama used to be with a new shop and restaurant called Bounty Hunter Food.Wine.Spirits. with a planned opening date of March 2018. In the meantime check out their Napa menu here and their wine shop selections here. Stay tuned…

From an email:

Founded by Mark Pope in 1994, Bounty Hunter Rare Wine & Spirits began as a one-man shop dedicated to offering exceptional wine and spirits with a fun, authentic approach and uncompromising standards. Its Napa restaurant and wine bar, Bounty Hunter Wine Bar & Smokin’ BBQ, opened in 2003 and quickly became a favorite dining and wine-purchasing destination.

Thanks to all who sent word about this.

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Capital One Cafe Soft Opening Tomorrow in Downtown Walnut Creek

July 13, 2017 8:30 am

1139 S. Main Street, Walnut Creek

Last April we learned about a new Capital One Cafe bank opening in downtown Walnut Creek where GAP used to be next to the Apple store and according to an employee I spoke with over the weekend they are planning to soft open tomorrow (judging by the above photo I would add, *hopefully*), followed by the official grand opening on July 22nd with “awesome sweepstake giveaways”, “free food and coffee sampling”, “free swag giveaways” and more.

In addition to being able to get work done in a cafe-like environment this will be especially great for those with Capital One accounts (including credit cards) since all Peet’s drinks will be 50% off. This week I was at their San Francisco cafe and it was nice to see so many people working on their laptops as well as in small groups in a cafe-like environment.

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Now THAT’s a Street Sign!

July 12, 2017 8:30 am

Check out these new street signs in downtown Concord; they’re GIGANTIC! Props to whoever was responsible for getting these put up, other cities should follow suit, or at least make sure there are street signs. Sometimes I’ll be on a corner trying to figure out what’s the cross street without any visible sign, even on the other three corners. Very annoying!

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Tonli Kitchen Soft Opens in Walnut Creek

July 11, 2017 11:30 am

7011 Sunne Ln, Walnut Creek

Tonli Kitchen, the new restaurant from the owners of the Tonli Dumpling House food truck we learned would be opening in the Avalon apartment complex across from Pleasant Hill BART station in Walnut Creek has now soft opened although they were closed when I dropped by over the weekend. Has anyone been yet? Any recommended dishes to try?

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ModernTone Studios Opens in Lafayette

July 11, 2017 8:30 am

1018-B Almanor Ln, Lafayette

A new music school and recording studio called ModernTone Studios opened recently in Lafayette. Each room has been rebuilt with acoustics and soundproofing in mind and it looks really sharp. There are separate guitar and drum practice rooms and in addition to guitar, bass, drum and music theory lessons, you can even schedule a home recording lesson to learn how to make a kick-ass YouTube video using a state of the art recording studio. The studio and practice rooms are also available to pro musicians as well. Check out their schedule online here. As younger kids grow up with social media this looks like a great way to highlight your (or your kid’s) musical abilities instead of the old recital way once or twice a year.

From their website:

ModernTone Studios is a state of the art recording and teaching facility in Lafayette, CA. It is a truly unique place that caters to beginners, intermediate students, and advanced players who are looking to go pro. Run by performing artists and musicians who specialize in a wide variety of styles and genres, ModernTone aims to provide professional instruction, guidance, and support that empower people to realize and fulfill their potential and achieve their musical dreams. Whether you are a child or an adult, a casual player or an aspiring musician, we would love to share our passion, experience, and knowledge with you.

More photos of the inside after the jump…

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