Safeway Celebrates Grand Reopening In Walnut Creek

WALNUT CREEK, CA — Safeway celebrated the grand reopening Wednesday of remodeled stores in Walnut Creek and Lafayette.

The grocery stores at 710 Bancroft Road in Walnut Creek and at 3540 Mt. Diablo Blvd in Lafayette have expanded amenities and options, including fresh offerings across various departments.

City and community leaders were on hand for ribbon-cutting ceremonies Wednesday morning in celebration of the remodels. The Safeway Foundation marked the occasion by presenting $3,000 donations to local nonprofit organizations Mobility Matters and White Pony Express. There will also be customer giveaways throughout the week.

Updates to the Contra Costa stores are the culmination of Safeway’s investment to enhance the shopping experience throughout its operations.

“We are committed to better serve our communities and re-invest in our stores,” said Karl Schroeder, president of Safeway’s Northern California Division. “We are excited about the expanded variety and assortment at these locations. Customers will find a premium and robust selection of fresh, local, and organic offerings tailored to serve their needs.”

Updates Celebrated At Walnut Creek Safeway, Bancroft Road

Following a remodel, the Safeway at 710 Bancroft Road in Walnut Creek has increased its offerings to include:

• Fresh entrees, salads and hand-crafted sandwiches, and ready-to-eat, heat and cook options from chef-inspired recipes.
• Full-service meat and seafood counter with more variety, organic options, increased local offerings and knowledgeable seafood experts, including oyster bars.
• Elevated cake experience with premium offerings, and indulgent donuts, muffins and Safeway’s famous French bread — all made from scratch.
• Safeway is already the state’s largest buyer of locally grown produce—plus an assortment of organic fresh-cut options with an increased variety of specialty fruits and vegetables.
• An increased array of specialty items from boutique producers, local and gourmet cheeses.
• Master designers for floral arrangements of all occasions.

The Bancroft Road store now also features expanded options for wine, spirits, and beer, along with a beverage steward and a wine cellar.

Recent Remodel Celebrated July 27 At Walnut Creek Safeway, 600 South Broadway

Just a few weeks ago, Safeway also celebrated the remodeling of its Walnut Creek store at 600 South Broadway. A re-grand opening ceremony held July 27 was commemorated with remarks by Assistant Store Director Brendan Doig and the presentation of $1,500 donations from the Safeway Foundation to Diablo Regional Arts Association and Meal on Wheels Diablo.

New offerings at the Broadway store include an expanded premium deli with a range of freshly prepared meals and ready-to-serve options; an assortment of organic fresh-cut options with a variety of specialty fruits and vegetables; a remodeled Starbucks kiosk and floral department with a full-service counter; and an expanded assortment of wine and spirits.

Safeway has been serving Northern California since 1926. Today, the company operates 290 stores across Northern California, Nevada and Hawaii under four banners, including Andronico’s, Safeway, Pak N’ Save and Vons. In 2022, the Safeway Northern California Division donated over $27 million in food and financial support to charitable organizations in the communities it serves. Safeway is a division of Albertsons Companies.