Get ready for a flavor explosion, Bay Area foodies! The legendary Original Joe’s, a San Francisco institution that’s been serving up Italian-American realness since 1937, just dropped its first East Bay location in Walnut Creek. 🍝

This isn’t just another restaurant opening – it’s a culinary conquest that screams “San Francisco is everywhere!”. Nestled between Broadway Plaza and Main Street Plaza, the new 10,000 square foot spot is giving suburban diners a taste of classic SF vibes with leather booths, massive portions, and enough red sauce to make your nonna proud.

A Family Legacy of Deliciousness

Founded by Croatian immigrant Ante “Tony” Rodin, Original Joe’s has been a family-run operation for generations. Now his grandchildren, Elena and John Duggan, are expanding their delicious empire beyond SF’s city limits. With 300 seats, a 50-seat cocktail lounge, and a menu that screams “comfort food goals”, this place is ready to become the East Bay’s newest culinary hotspot.

More Than Just Another Restaurant

The Walnut Creek mayor was so hyped about this opening that they literally declared August 14 as “Original Joe’s Day”. Talk about a welcome wagon! The restaurant isn’t just serving food; they’re serving community, nostalgia, and enough chicken piccata to feed an entire tech startup.

Bay Area Domination

With locations in North Beach, Daly City, and now Walnut Creek, Original Joe’s is proving that great food knows no boundaries. Whether you’re craving a classic veal marsala or want to feel like you’re dining in a vintage SF spot, this new location has got you covered.

Welcome to the neighborhood, Original Joe’s. The East Bay just got a whole lot more delicious. 🍷🍽️