Danville Livery
Late last year we learned that Wow Wow Lemonade, the Hawaiian lemonade shop would be coming to the Danville Livery shopping center on Sycamore Valley Rd. and they have now opened. In addition to lemonade they also offer iced coffee, limeade, iced tea and even acai bowls, avocado toast and more items.
Blackhawk Plaza, Danville
In March we learned that San Ramon-based restaurant Fat Maddie’s opened in the Downtown Pleasant Hill shopping center and they will also be coming to Blackhawk Plaza in Danville where FieldHouse Sports Grill used to be. Check out their menu here.
From their website:
Since 2010, Fat Maddie’s Grille in San Ramon has offered artisan, farmhouse inspired sandwiches, burgers, salads, and entrees – All made with the freshest local ingredients in a casual, family-friendly setting.
Broadway Plaza, Walnut Creek
It’s been a few months but the women’s bohemian clothing store Free People has reopened in a much larger spot in Broadway Plaza in Walnut Creek, especially compared to their former cramped location. Check out their online store here.
100 Railroad Ave, Danville
Last month we wondered what was going on at the former Crafts Creamery location in Danville and it turns out that the uber-hip Coffee Shop, which started in Downtown Walnut Creek a few years ago, will be opening a new location there this summer. Check out the roasts they carry here. In addition to coffee and juice they also offer, “craft beer, wine, and cocktails” as well as food items. Check out their Instagram page here.
The Veranda, Concord
In March we learned that Sacramento-based Mikuni Japanese Restaurant & Sushi Bar would be coming to the Veranda shopping center in Concord and they are officially opening on May 14th. Check out their Concord menu here. They offer sushi/sashimi as well as hot dishes like gyoza, donburi, teriyaki and more. The inside is spacious with tall ceilings decorated with cool fish sculptures hanging from above as well as TVs liberally spaced out to catch the latest game. With a long sushi bar at one end, traditional bar towards the front plus an outdoor patio section on the side there is plenty of space to enjoy a Japanese style meal with drinks.
More photos of the inside and food after the jump…
120 West Linda Mesa, Danville
Next month in June, Ginger Lily, a new shop featuring home decor and gifts that will also offer workshops is planning to open in Danville, around the corner from Sideboard. Check for updates on their Instagram page here. They will be located in the newly relocated Austin Root House, originally built in 1919 according to a plaque in front.
From their Instagram page:
GingerLily is a Danville-family owned store that features greeting cards, gifts, home decor, jewelry, houseplants, and so much more!
155 Railroad, Danville
Thanks to a reader for sending word that a new gluten-free bakery/cafe called Life is Sweet is opening where Pascal’s used to be in Danville. In addition to “breakfast, lunch and baked fresh daily pastry items” they will also offer wedding and custom cakes. According to a sign in the window the owners of Pascal’s are retiring after 8 years in business.
From their website:
Life is Sweet is a dedicated gluten free bakery and café located in charming downtown Danville, California. San Ramon Valley High School graduate and Bay Area native Julie Krause, attended the California Cullinary Academy in San Francisco, and immediately went to work in a small local bakery specializing in wedding and custom cakes. After 9 years of perfecting her skills, she returns to Danville to fulfill her life long dream of owning her own Bakery.
Together we bring you Life is Sweet Bakery and Cafe, serving gluten free breakfast, lunch, and assorted baked goods. In addition we have wedding and custom cakes, all of which are also Gluten free.
1628 N. Main St, Walnut Creek
Str8 Edge Barber Shop is relocating June 1st from their hidden downtown Walnut Creek spot on Locust St. to the former LaserAway location on N. Main St. Check out their Facebook page here. Late last year LaserAway relocated around the corner to the Lyric complex.
Danville Square
Smallcakes Cupcakery and Creamery soft opened over the weekend in the Danville Square shopping center where Trader Joe’s is located. I had a chance to try the cupcake-infused Chocoholic ice cream and boy was it delicious. Come summer this may be my go-to dessert when I’m in Danville. Yum! Check out their menu here.
1366 N. Main St, Walnut Creek
Last month we learned that the online thrift store ThredUp would be relocating a few blocks away in downtown Walnut Creek where Five Little Monkeys used to be and they have now opened. Check out their online selection here.
