This place has a very fitting name – when you step through the portcullis, you’ll be in a whole new world. Of all of Walnut Creek’s fine restaurants, this one might have the best interior design, with a lush sensibility that makes it a very impressive place to take a date. The food is equally […]
California’s unique environment makes it perfectly suited for growing a wide variety of plant life. One type that thrives in the state’s heat is xerophytes, or dry-growing plants. Cactuses, succulents and other vegetables that thrive without requiring access to regular rainfall are the raison d’etre of the Ruth Bancroft Garden, a 2.5 acre preserve that […]
If you’re looking for top-notch baked goods, A Sweet Affair is sure to satisfy. Opened in 1984 by Ohio transplant Terry Babcock, over the last two and a half decades it has stayed true to his original dream of producing the best breads, cookies, cakes and pastries using no preservatives. Everything is baked completely from […]
If you’re in the mood for a gigantic, healthy salad, Lettuce is the place to go in Walnut Creek. This place does one thing, but they do it exceptionally well. Sourcing their produce from a wide array of local farmers and providers, they serve up bountiful bowls of succulent salads, nearly all of which are […]
Walnut Creek locals have been flocking to this unpretentious dive bar for generations, and for good reason. Artie’s Countrywood Lounge is an institution. There’s nothing hip about Artie's. The crowd is a diverse mix of old-timers and young Turks looking for a place to drink, talk, and play without having to impress anyone. The most […]
There are few things in this world as comforting as sitting down to a great Italian meal, and at Morucci’s Si Mangia Bene you’ll feel right at home. This place is widely regarded to be one of the best sandwich places in Walnut Creek, with a massive array of spectacular creations ready and waiting for […]
Thai food is characterized by the interplay of four specific flavors – hot, sour, salty, and sweet. Typically the hot comes from thin red peppers, the sour from lime juice, the salty from fish sauce, and the sweet from palm sugar. In every bite, you should be able to detect all four in harmony. Walnut […]
The Bay Area is notorious for its burritos. San Francisco’s legendary Mission-style wrap, full to bursting with beans, rice, and other succulent fillings, is the model that most of the local joints choose to follow. High Tech Burrito, as you might guess from the name, puts a futuristic spin on the concept. The gimmick here […]
Diners looking for a thick, gooey slice of pizza fresh out of the oven flock to Pizza Oliva. Regulars rave about the consistency of the crust – by far the most important part of the pie – calling it crunchy but thick enough to support the bountiful toppings laden on it. The sauce is also […]