Downtown Pleasant Hill Shopping Center
It’s only been a couple of years since San Ramon-based Fat Maddie’s opened in the Downtown Pleasant Hill shopping center but they have now closed. Their San Ramon and Danville locations remain open. Thanks to a reader for emailing about this.
Broadway Plaza, Walnut Creek
The SoCal-based men’s clothing store, TravisMathew, is coming soon to Broadway Plaza in Walnut Creek where Lou & Grey used to be. Check out their online selection here.
Sprouts Shopping Center, Walnut Creek
Thanks to a reader for sending word that Mo•ni Coffee & Tea opened recently at the Sprouts shopping center in Walnut Creek where The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf used to be. This is the first of a family owned cafe, not a chain and looks really amazing inside. Besides the ambiance, I tried the beet hummus avocado toast (check out the photos after the jump) and it was delicious! I’ll be back for sure (if I can find parking). Check out their menu here.
From their Facebook page:
Judith made Mo•ni with the vision of creating a coffee shop that is a relaxing and comfortable environment for everyone! Mo•ni is here to be your newest go to coffee stop, in the mornings in the way to work, for your mid day pick me up, and any other coffee cravings you might have!
More photos of the inside after the jump…
Broadway Plaza, Walnut Creek
The Laguna Beach-based jewelry store gorjana opened recently at Broadway Plaza in Walnut Creek. As you can see in the above photo the entire front facade can be rolled up for the ultimate indoor-outdoor retail experience. Inside is light and airy with a relaxing SoCal beach vibe. Check out their online selection here.
From their website:
In 2004, Gorjana Reidel followed a creative impulse and launched an eponymous, quintessentially Californian jewelry line with the help of her husband, Jason Griffin Reidel.
The driven and passionate duo combined their individual strengths to build the company from the ground up. They hit the road with samples in tow and drove a collective 50,000 miles to sell the initial collection. Initial orders were fulfilled from their apartment floor and they worked the trade show circuit as a team of two.
Rheem Valley Shopping Center, Moraga
New Delhi Bistro opened back in 2012 at the Rheem Valley shopping center in Moraga but it became a vegetarian restaurant, Bagaan, last year. Thanks to a reader for pointing out that it reverted back to New Delhi Bistro but the, “Baagan burger selection is also still available.”
Broadway Plaza, Walnut Creek
Go! Calendars – Games – Toys, which popped up last December at Broadway Plaza in Walnut Creek, has closed.
Broadway Plaza, Walnut Creek
Last October the dinosaurs at Broadway Plaza in Walnut Creek were first spotted but they inexplicably went missing in December. As you can see in the above photo they have now returned to the same spot as before, next to Macy’s.
Broadway Plaza, Walnut Creek
The coworking space Industrious opened recently at Broadway Plaza in Walnut Creek. Over the weekend I entered where the Broadway Plaza bathrooms are located, next to lululemon. The offices are located on the second floor. Check out the amenities and find out more here. Looks really nice inside!
Rossmoor Town Center, Walnut Creek
Burgerim Gourmet Burgers opened recently at Rossmoor Town Center in Walnut Creek. Check out their menu here. Lots of remodeling going on over there including Safeway.
1342 Broadway Plaza, Walnut Creek
Thanks to everyone who emailed about The Broadway Club coming to downtown Walnut Creek where Corners Tavern used to be. Their opening weekend will be on February 21st with Mustache Harbor performing. Check out their show list here.
From their website:
The Broadway Club Features a talented collection of musicians, comedians, DJ’s, bands, thought leaders & more. The venue is an inspiring, versatile and inviting space with an electric vibe. The contemporary roll-up garage doors, high ceilings and open floor plan give a relaxed yet upscale feel. The Broadway Club is also available for private events from birthday celebrations, cocktail style parties, wedding receptions, to corporate retreats and beyond.