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TOP: The Farm at AgritopiaBOTTOM: SanTan Village

FEATURES 6 On the MenuTasty, trendy, and thriving, Gilbert’s cutting-edge cuisine scene may surprise you.

10 Bottles & BrewsGilbert’s craft beer and wine embody the diverse fl avors of the state.

13 Gilbert, Live!From ballet and plays to rock & roll, anything goes at Gilbert’s performance venues.

16 Made in GilbertLocal crafters make it easy to fi nd a one-of-a-kind souvenir.

RESOURCES 19 FESTIVALS & EVENTS 25 HERITAGE DISTRICT 31 GETTING TO GILBERT 32 CITY MAP

DIRECTORIES 20 SHOPPING 22 ENTERTAINMENT

& OUTDOORS 24 ARTS & CULTURE 26 DINING 29 ACCOMMODATIONS 30 MEETING & EVENT

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D I S C O V E R G I L B E R TEEKING OUT ADVENTURE in and around metro Phoenix leads to so many wonderful places. Somewhat new to that list is Gilbert, a community with agricultural roots that show up

in the local food scene and in uniquely hand-crafted creations. Gilbert boasts a family-friendly vibe and an emerging nightlife, all of which has been created in alignment with the local love of great food, craft beer, Ari-zona wine, handmade goods, bike trails, open space, and our four-legged friends. How new is new? Well, Gilbert’s down-town, dubbed the Heritage District, has added 26 restaurants in the last five years! Incorporated in 1920, Gilbert grew up around the Arizona Eastern Railway and quickly became known as the “Hay Shipping Capital of the World.” More recently, Gilbert has received nods like “Phoenix’s Coolest Suburb” and a “top 5 foodie neighborhood in metro Phoenix,” known now for its peo-ple food more than its alfalfa. Gilbert is also

consistently recognized as one of the safest cities and best places to live in the US. Gilbert has become a livable city and a foodie hub with agriculture woven into its fabric, and this is never truer than with the Farm at Agritopia. Here, community farm-ing is combined with U-pick orchards, a farmers market, and produce that ends up on the menus of the restaurants within sight of where it was grown. Not to men-tion two Food Network-featured restau-rants, a craftsman marketplace, and a winery and brewery on-site. What else? Just an internationally known birding area in the Riparian Pre-serve, golf courses, entertainment venues, goat yoga, outstanding open-air shopping, and paths to connect it all. All this adds up to Gilbert being an ideal home base for Arizona explorations. With 22 national parks (including the Grand Canyon) and 35 state parks, Arizona has vast outdoor space and attractions to discover, many with-in an hour to a day-trip away from Gilbert.

TOP TO BOTTOM: Garage-East at Agritopia; Riparian Preserve at Water Ranch; goat yoga at the Gilbert Outdoors Expo

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Consistently named among the best—and

burgeoning—foodie towns in the country,

Gilbert knows a thing or two about pleasing even

the most discerning of palates. This fast-growing city retains its Main Street

charm while attracting culinary powerhouses to

open restaurants here. You want farm-to-table?

You’ve got it. You want family-friendly? It’s here.

Want to embark on a culinary journey into another culture? No

problem. Here, we break down Gilbert’s

impressive food lineup.

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CLOCKWISE FROM LEFT: Clever Koi; Nico Heirloom Kitchen; Postino East

Tasty, trendy & thriving,

Gilbert’s cutting-edge

cuisine scene may

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CULINARY TRENDSETTERSWhen you think of restaurants that are pushing the boundaries of gastronomy, you might think of those in New York, Los Angeles, or San Francisco. You should add Gilbert to that list. In the Heritage District, James Beard Award-nominated chef Gio Osso shakes up the dining scene with Nico Heirloom Kitchen, where West Coast-inspired Italian fare gets a seasonal face-lift. One notable dish: the Food Network-featured lasagna al forno with cotto ham and béchamel. Then there’s Clever Koi with its Asian-inspired cuisine and creative cocktail pro-gram so impressive it caught the attention of The Wall Street Journal. Barrio Queen offers up a menu of more than 20 tacos, each packed with bold flavor combinations such as chorizo and fried eggs or grilled steak marinated with fresh oranges and garlic. Not Your Typical Deli breaks the rules in the best ways possible, primarily because it offers employment opportunities for those with developmental disabilities. In fact, nearly 50% of the employees are on

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Start your day with belly-filling c�fort food made with love.the autism spectrum. In addition to this good deed, the deli serves up good food, too. Sandwiches feature house-roasted meats, and the chocolate chip cookies—from the chef’s mom’s own recipe—have been recognized as the best in the state.

THE ORIGINALSFor every new hot spot popping up in Gil-bert’s imminently walkable Heritage Dis-trict, there’s a classic eatery that has stood the test of time with fan-favorite dishes and warm hospitality. The Farmhouse Restaurant is such a place. Its name is a nod to the restaurant’s original location in an actual farmhouse two miles south of its current location. Go for breakfast to start your day with belly-filling comfort food made with love.

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World’s Best CoffeeOK, we have no proof of it being the world’s best, but Bergies has been honored with numerous local “best of” accolades. And for good reason—the shop specializes in custom roasting and blending of premium coffee beans from Central America, South America, Africa, and Indonesia. With a prime location in the heart of the Heritage District, Bergies brings an international fl air and fl avor—literally—to Gilbert’s dining scene.

Joe’s Real BBQ is housed in a 1929 building, but the restaurant itself is more modern; it opened in 1998. Pecan-smoked meats, homemade sauces, and platters of tender ribs, plus a kid-friendly atmosphere all mean that you should arrive hungry and bring the whole family. Joe Johnston, of Joe’s Real BBQ, also has a hand in the ever-popular Liberty Market, a restaurant launched in the early days of the Heritage District’s revitalization. Its laid-back feel belies its serious food game—if you’re there for breakfast, order the griddled bread pudding and a café cubano (Cuban espresso). Even though its new iteration in Gilbert only recently opened, Nicantoni’s Pizza has been around Greater Phoenix for years. From Italian-pizzeria classics like calamari and ricotta meatballs to calzones and Sicilian-style pizza, the offerings speak to Old World cuisine in a New World setting.

HIPSTER VIBESAs a descriptive term, “hipster” gets a bad rap. But all it means is that a place knows how to set the scene with style. And when it comes to a great restaurant, some-times it’s all about the ambiance. Local restaurant group Upward Projects chose Gilbert as a landing pad for not one, but two of their concepts: Postino East and Joyride Taco House. Per-fect for sharing a nosh board and a bottle of wine, Postino welcomes all to its open-air space. Let it be known: This is where hip families come to eat and play. Similarly decked out with cool décor and an alfresco spirit, Joyride offers up shareable Mexican dishes and a margarita menu that’s to die for. For a contemporary take on the classic burger-and-fries meal, head to Zinburger. Under the lofty ceiling of the modern, barnlike dining room, sink your teeth into

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CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT: Joe’s Real BBQ; The Coffee Shop at Agritopia; Grubstak; Joyride Taco House

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the namesake burger, topped with Manchego cheese and Zinfandel-braised onions. On the side? How about Parmesan-sprinkled zucchini fries with ranch for dipping?

FUN FOR ALLAs a destination, Gilbert—and especially the Heritage District—has a lot to brag about. It’s walkable, accessible, family-friendly, foodie friendly, and exudes warmth, charm, and char-acter. So it’s not a surprise that a lot of eateries wholeheartedly embrace the something-for-everyone approach. Breakfast joint Snooze encourages cus-tomization of its menu, which is packed with everything from classic egg dishes to a quinoa breakfast bowl with baby kale and crispy pro-sciutto. They even serve cocktails, including one drink with bacon-infused bourbon. Another “you-do-you”-style restaurant, Grubstak lets you build your own entrée, ingredient by ingredient, with their expert guidance, of course. At Everybody Loves Fondue, choices are simple and delicious: pick a sauce (cheese, car-amel, chocolate) and then select foods to dip into said sauce (ham, chicken, veggies, sweets, even corn dogs and pretzel bites). Who doesn’t love that?

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Its laid-back feel belies its serious food game.

Even if you’re not a seafood fan, don’t miss High Tide Seafood Bar & Grill. Why? It’s a chance to watch a unique culinary method in action: steam kettle cooking. Using high-pressure steam, which applies indirect heat and allows for maximum flavor to remain intact, chefs prepare sea-food right before your very eyes. Or, order a landlubber item from the menu and enjoy a local taste—High Tide sources meat, produce, and baked goods from nearby purveyors.

AGRITOPIANationally known for being one of the first agrihoods in the country, Agri-topia is a live-eat-play destination in Gilbert centered around an 11-acre urban farm. Where others claim to be farm-to-table, the restaurants at Agritopia live and breathe it. Food is sourced directly from the bounty grown on-site, including from a citrus grove, date and olive trees, and fields of greens and veggies. You haven’t tasted fresh food until you’ve eaten at one of the restaurants at Agritopia. A few to try: Joe’s Farm Grill, featured on the Food Network, brings people from all over the metro area to savor burgers, sandwiches, and salads under the shade of giant trees; The Coffee Shop, whose freshly roasted java is rivaled only by their delicious cupcakes, also showcased on the Food Network; The Uprooted Kitchen, which features salads with plucked-from-the-ground produce; and Fire & Brimstone, utilizing an impressive wood-fired oven to bake crispy and gooey artisanal pizzas.

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BY KATHY MCMAHONPHOTOGRAPHY BY JULIE FOSKETT

BOTTLES & BREWSGilbert’s craft beer & wine embody the diverse flavors of the state

� ldly Popular Don’t miss Arizona Wilderness Brewing Co. (Instagram @azwilderness), Gilbert’s fi rst craft brewery and widely considered one of the best breweries in the world. Seriously. With glowing ink from everyone from Esquire to the Phoenix New Times, this brew shop is a must for beer lovers. Start with a fl ight of fi ve three-ounce pours. Following a conventional wisdom that says you should sample from light to dark, begin with the popular Kachina Kolsch (made with White Sonora Wheat from local Hayden Flour Mills) and work your way up to the Superstition Coffee Stout (brewed with coffee from local purveyor Superstition Coffee). You’ll soon start to notice a theme: Local. And it’s one you’ll encounter again and again—an emphasis on high-quality Ari-zona agricultural products that support the brewers’ “local fi rst” ethos. Harvesting many of their own ingre-dients, owners Jonathan Buford and Pat-rick Ware also incorporate as many other Arizona ingredients as they can get their

Gilbert has long enjoyed a reputation

as a great place to take the family, but the

multiplying number of craft brewers and

winemakers also ensure there’s something on

tap for those looking to enjoy an adult beverage

with friends—and not just any beverage.

These masters of their craft have embraced Gilbert’s agricultural

roots, pouring creative blends with local ties.

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collective hands on: grains, nuts, fruits, honey, and more. With such a diverse list to choose from, you can bet these guys aren’t resting on their laurels. They’re known for their creativity and fearlessness, experi-menting with fl avors and techniques you won’t fi nd elsewhere. But never fear: For the less adventurous, there’s plenty of that modern-day staple—the IPA. And if the suds get your taste buds going, choose from a pub-focused menu that includes jalapeño meatloaf sliders, addictive artichoke dip, or perhaps a barbecue-chicken quesadilla.

SERVER’S PICK: Pecan Pie Oud Bruin, a seasonal dark brown ale made with pecans from Picacho, Arizona, and aged in maple syrup

bourbon barrels

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SERVER’S PICK: 2016 Willow White, D. A. Ranch, Page Springs, Arizona

from other Arizona wineries. Can’t decide between white, red, or rosé? Petite three-ounce pours are the perfect size for those who’d like to sample a variety. Come in early to try the Breakfast Wine, blending white wine and seasonal local fruits with forced carbonation for a fresh take on the mimosa, or enjoy a refreshing Northern Italian-style spritz, with fresh herbs and fruit. Patrons can nosh on a local meat-and-cheese board or can order food from neighboring restaurants. Garage-East embodies a European vil-lage winery spirit, where wine is the accent to good conversation and companionship in a casual atmosphere.

A Toast to Old Friends Next, head down the road to Barnone at Agritopia, where a dozen local artisans make and sell their crafts in an expansive 60-year-old converted machinery barn. Here, you can sample Arizona wine at Garage-East or imbibe great craft beer at 12 West Brewing.

Garage-East (@garage.east) owners Brian and Megan Ruffentine and Todd and Kelly Bostock (who also own Southern Arizona’s Dos Cabezas WineWorks) recon-nected years after high school and decided to funnel their mutual love of Arizona wine into the creation of Garage-East—from the French word garagiste, a nod to renegade small-batch winemakers in France. Think Copper State wine can’t compete with California? A visit to Garage-East might just change your mind. Most of the drink menu highlights Garage-East’s own wines, but they also feature guest wines

FACING PAGE: Arizona Wilderness Brewing Co.

THIS PAGE: (Top) Garage-East; (bottom) Brian Ruffentine, owner, Garage-East

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A Brewer’s Dozen Sharing a patio with Garage-East is 12 West Brewing Co. (@12westbrewing).Launched in 2016 by majority owners Bryan McCormick and Noel Garcia, the operation has quickly grown from one-barrel brewing (still used for creating sour beers) to a 10-barrel off-site system to meet popular demand. As the name implies, a dozen beers at a time grace the changing chalkboard menu. Their specialty? “Good beer,” according to general manager and co-owner Jayelynn Willman. As with Arizona Wilderness, 12 West strives to incorporate local ingredients like the Agritopia-grown blood oranges that fl a-vor their popular Blap Blap, a classic Belgian wheat beer. IPA fans can choose between the West-coast style Frontside IPA or the New

PINTS-A-PLENTYA number of other craft

breweries that have newly joined the burgeoning scene include the dog-

friendly O.H.S.O. Brewery + Distillery (@ohsobrewery), which has settled into the Heritage District; Desert

Monks Brewing Co. (@desertmonksbrewing) in Gilbert Town Square;

and Flying Basset Brewing (@fl yingbassetbrewing), a husband/wife venture—

along with their basset hounds, of course.

England-style K-Lax. Order a fl ight to sam-ple the variety—from IPA to saison to stout. The atmosphere? Welcoming, with long pine tables that encourage conversation with your neighbors. The crowd? Refresh-ingly multi-generational. Hungry? Order excellent food from Fire & Brimstone, also in Barnone, where you can enjoy everything from antipasto to pizza to salads. The two businesses often work together on inventive food and beer pairings.

THIS PAGE: 12 West Brewing Co.

SERVER’S PICK: The Brown Ale, a fall/winter option featuring a

roasted oat aroma with tastes of honey, dates, and oranges

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Gilbert, Live!

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FROM BALLET & PLAYS TO ROCK & ROLL, ANYTHING GOES AT GILBERT’S PERFORMANCE VENUES

ABOVE:Dierks Bentley’s Whiskey Row

Let’s say you want to relive the folk-rock era of the 1960s with a concert by Roger McGuinn or Art Garfunkel. Maybe enjoying Meet Me in

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St. Louis or reveling in holiday cheer with The Nutcracker is more your style. Perhaps you like to kick back with a glass of wine and listen to some acoustic guitar.

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If you like live music, dance, or theater, Gilbert gives you cause for applause. The town has performance venues large and small that cater to a variety of tastes. Here are just a few. The 35,000-square-foot Higley Cen-ter for the Performing Arts (Instagram @higleycenter) is one of the area’s largest venues, with a concert hall that seats 1,235. Opened in 2006, it has showcased the aforementioned McGuinn and Garfunkel, and offers about a dozen touring shows during each fall to spring season, includ-ing the annual Nutcracker ballet as per-formed by the Southwest Youth Ballet and

a live orchestra. This year, look for performances by shadow dance troupe Catapult, plus a one-man play about Charles Lindbergh.

The Hale Centre Theatre (@haletheatreaz),located right in the middle of Gilbert’s downtown Heritage District, opened its 11,000-square-foot venue in 2003. The 365-seat theater, with plush seat-ing in the round and a lobby concession stand, is one of fi ve theaters in the West founded in 1947 by aspir-ing actors Ruth and Nathan Hale. Still family-run and drawing actors from the community, the Gilbert

location features a year-round season of family-friendly entertainment like the recently presented Meet Me in St. Louis.

This year, look for upbeat shows that include No, No, Nanette and Sister Act. Want a few adult beverages with your music? Locally owned Cuisine & Wine Bistro (@cuisineandwinebistro) pairs live performances with a French-inspired seasonal menu and an impres-sive selection of boutique wines and craft beer. Enjoy the grooves—ranging from pop to jazz and beyond—every Friday and Saturday night. JC’s Steakhouse (@jcssteakhouse) turns it up a notch with live classic rock and a little country on Friday

venues large and small cater to a variety of tastes.

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and Saturday nights. The tunes perfectly com-plement the American menu featuring such beef cuts as porterhouse and rib eye, as well as Alas-kan king crab and lobster tail. For something a bit more rowdy, Dierks Bent-ley’s Whiskey Row (@whiskeyrowgilbert) is one of the newer additions to the Heritage District. The rambling indoor/outdoor restaurant with a vast central bar has plenty of elbow room so you can grab a burger, have a craft beer, and rock out–even dance–to jammin’ country music. DJs spin tunes nightly, and a live band takes the stage every Saturday. Settle in for the show on comfy orange sofas or enjoy a drink over yard games such as cornhole or ping pong. Don’t forget to wear your cowboy boots. Fun for all ages, Gilbert’s Downtown Concert Series—held March through May and again in October and November—brings live music per-formances to the outdoor Water Tower Plaza in the heart of the Heritage District. Pack a picnic or dine at one of the many nearby restaurants, then spread out a blanket and enjoy local bands

that perform in a variety of musical genres. During fall’s Gilbert Off The Street Art and Music Festival in the Heritage District, live bands entertain on two stages during a weekend also fi lled with craft vendors, food trucks, street performers, and demonstrations by chalk artists.

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ilbert’s agricultural heritage is refl ected in its arts community. Here, visitors

can experience a variety of art forms and a growing number of artisans who—like the town itself—have a strong sense of place and contemporary artistic vision. Local crafters work in fi ne art, laser-cut wood, food—even fruit pops.

BY DEBRA UTACIA KROLPHOTOGRAPHY BY JULIE FOSKETT

Local crafters make it easy to fi nd a one-of-a-kind souvenir

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ART & HERITAGE IN THE HEART OF TOWNArt Intersection (Instagram @artintersection),housed in the heart of the Gilbert Heritage Dis-trict, features three galleries with local photog-raphy, paintings, and pottery, all designed to give beginning, emerging, and established art-ists working space and airy galleries to showcase their work through juried exhibitions. “Our motto is ‘learn, create, and exhibit,’” says founder Alan Fitzgerald. “Over our seven years of operation, we’ve shown the work of 2,000 artists.” Fitzgerald repurposed a former dance academy into the galleries and working studios that now feature the exhibits as well as fi ne-art classes. If you’re looking for an art-themed souvenir, be sure to explore the on-site gift shop, which fea-tures works from current exhibitions for sale. An array of items line the shelves, including art pho-tography books by renowned photographers such as Wynn Bullock, who the gallery represents, and other well-known artists like Scott Baxter, who produced the famed 100 Years 100 Ranchers pho-tography book for the Arizona Centennial. The organization also holds exhibitions designed to spark social and environmental con-versations at Gallery 4 in HD South, Gilbert’s nearby arts and culture center. The just-renamed facility, which incorporates the Gilbert Histori-cal Museum, features interactive exhibits, a win-dow into the history of the once-tiny farm town that has grown into a vibrant family-friendly community, and a variety of classes and semi-nars for emerging and avid artists. HD South also hosts events as varied as a quilting show and the Gilbert Visual Arts League’s annual juried show.

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FRESH-PICKED & FUNIt’s easy to fi nd the Gilbert Farmers Market (@gilbertmarket)—just look for the famous water tower. The market, held on Saturdays, is “the place to go for foodies,” says Jessa Kop-penhofer, the market’s manager. “We require that our vendors personally grow, raise, pro-duce, or create their product.” Offering everything from farm-fresh chem-ical-free produce, to honey, grass-fed beef, skin care products, and candles, the market typically has around 70 vendors. The market also welcomes a hand-picked selection of food trucks and pop-up eateries. Check out Ripe Ice Pops’ adorable 1964 Chevrolet panel truck, from which owner Blake Bigelow serves up delicious frozen treats handmade from fresh ingredients. Or, satisfy that sweet tooth with locally produced honey from Sun Valley Bees—take your pick from mesquite, wildfl ower, orange blossom, and even cat’s claw vine varieties. Seasonal face painting and balloon twisting—or water play in the nearby splash pad—ensure the kids enjoy the festivities, too. Each fi rst and third Saturday, October through March, expand your explorations a few steps beyond the market to stroll through an array of handcrafted, juried art at the neighboring outdoor Gilbert Art Walk (@thegilbertartwalk). The event features a variety of artists and art forms as well as live music. Recycling is a hallmark of the artists repre-sented here, including wine- and beer-bottle art, vintage postcards recreated as desert-themed artwork, and old violins and costume jewelry repurposed into beautiful home decor.

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ARTISTIC ROOTSCruise down to Agritopia, Gilbert’s unique live/farm/work development, and visit with 12 of Arizona’s fi nest makers at Barnone. Yes, it’s an actual repurposed 1950s-era Quonset hut barn, housing a variety of top hand-crafters, including LetterCraft (@lettercraft). LetterCraft owners Brandon and Katie Young, former teachers, turned their passion for handcrafted, recycled wood products into a thriving business. The fi rm’s bread-and-butter business con-sists of custom corporate gifts laser cut with precision equipment. “But we cre-ate products for all sorts of events,” says Brandon. “We make their visions come to life.” In addition to special orders, visi-tors can also purchase ready-made pieces such as celebrity face key chains, pins, and magnets. “We create items at a price that teachers can afford,” says Brandon. Barnone also features a custom machine shop, paper-craft shop, fl ower designer, beauty salon, and some great culinary experiences. It’s an all-in-one stop to enjoy some of the Phoenix area’s best handcrafted items—and visit with the talented, passionate people who cre-ate them.

CLOCKWISE FROM TOP: Lettercraft’s Brandon Young, plus Fire & Brimstone and Prickly Pear Paper, also of Barnone

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ONGOING

Gilbert Art Walk1st & 3rd Saturday, October–MarchWater Tower Plazagilbertartwalk.com

Gilbert Farmers MarketEvery SaturdayHeritage Districtgilbertmarket.com

Gilbert FeastivalEvery FridaySam’s Club Parking Lot, Gilbert Road and Houston Avenueazfeastivals.com/gilbertfeastival

Public Star Party2nd Friday of each month

Mark your calendar for these signature Gilbert events. For a full list of happenings, visit discovergilbert.com/events.

Riparian Preserve at Water Ranchevaconline.org

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Downtown Concert SeriesOctober 11 & 25Water Tower Plazadiscovergilbert.com/events

BarktoberfestOctober 13Civic Center Plazaazfriends.org

Lakeside LuauOctober 20Civic Center Plazamygprf.org

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Freestone Parkirun4good.org

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Gilbert Off the Street Art and Music FestivalNovember 2–3Heritage Districtdiscovergilbert.com/events

Downtown Concert SeriesNovember 8Water Tower Plazadiscovergilbert.com/events

Gilbert Days 5K and 1 Mile RunNovember 16Freestone Parkgilbertaz.gov

Gilbert Days RodeoNovember 16–18Welcome Home Ranchgilbertdays.org

Gilbert Days ParadeNovember 17Heritage Districtgilbertaz.gov

Gilbert Half MarathonNovember 17Start at Higley High Schoolgilbertmarathon.org

Gilbert Turkey Trot November 22SanTan Villagegilbertturkeytrot.com

Gilbert Water Tower Lighting & ConcertNovember 29Heritage Districtgilbertaz.gov

DECEMBER

Riparian After DarkDecember 7–8 & 14–15Riparian Preserve at Water Ranchgilbertaz.gov

12k’s of Christmas December 8Freestone Park12krun.com

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Art of Chocolate A’FairFebruary 1–3Civic Center Plazacarefreeazfestivals.com/gilbert-events.html

Gilbert Outdoors ExpoFebruary 23Riparian Preserve at Water Ranchdiscovergilbert.com/events

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KidtopiaSee website for dateCivic Center Plazadiscovergilbert.com/events

Ka-Pow! Superhero Adventure RunMarch 23Freestone Parkgilbertaz.gov

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No matter if you’re seeking a little “retail therapy” as R&R or are looking for a special memento of your visit, Gilbert’s shops, centers, and districts hold just what you need.

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Off the Dirt Road, 323 S. Gilbert Rd., Ste. 107 H-8 A great collection of vintage and antique home decor. f @offthedirtroadaz, i @offthedirtroad

Oohlala Boutique, 522 N. Gilbert Rd. E-8 Boutique carrying modern women’s apparel and swimwear along with handbags, watches, and jewelry. 480-457-8150 oohlala-boutique.com i @oohlalab

Shazia’s Boutique, 1090 S. Gilbert Rd. I-8 As a true fashion boutique, all of the items are hand-chosen in limited quantities to ensure customers are receiving one-of-a-kind merchandise. stylebyshazia.com i @stylebyshazia

Studio 223, 223 N. Gilbert Rd. e Studio 223 is a creative DIY studio, makers space, and retail shop located in the heart of historic downtown. 480-892-2808 studio223az.com i @studio223az

MALLS & CENTERSCrossroads Town Center, 3757 S. Gilbert Rd. P-8 Shopping center hosting apparel, beauty, and home decor retailers, plus eateries and a movie theater. 480-966-9338 shopcrossroadstc.com f @shopcrossroadstownecenter

Gilbert Gateway Towne Center, 5364 S. Power Rd. K-19 Gilbert Gateway Towne Center has amassed a brilliant collection of boutiques, national retail anchors, and unique eateries. 480-966-9338 shopggtc.com f @shopgilbertgatewaytownecenter

Gilbert Town Square, 1040 S. Gilbert Rd. I-8 A sprawling mixed-use shopping center featuring offi ces, restaurants, a bowling alley, a cinema, and more. 623-848-1234 gilberttownsquare.com f @gilberttownsquare

SanTan Village, 2218 E. Williams Field Rd., Ste. 235 L-13 Gilbert’s destination open-air mall with national retailers, a movie theater, and an array of eateries, from fast food to fi ne dining. 480-282-9500 shopsantanvillage.com t @SanTanVillage

SanTan Village Marketplace, 2697-2817 S. Market St. N-13 Shopping center with more than 25 retailers and restaurants. ddr.com/properties/A25255

ANTIQUES & BOUTIQUESC & J’s Antiques and Garden, 40 N. Gilbert Rd. b Quaint shop set in a 1930s bungalow selling antique and vintage items such as jewelry and home decor items. 480-539-0401 f @cjsantiquesandgarden, i @cjsantiquesandgarden

The District, a Vintage Boutique, 20 N. Gilbert Rd., Ste. A c Specializing in vintage and antique items, this boutique offers many unique pieces to accent any decor. 480-382-3044 the-district-a-vintage-boutique.business.site i @thedistrictavintageboutique

Flashback Antiques, 225 N. Gilbert Rd. d A lovely and wide selection of antiques and other unique fi nds. 480-503-2255 f @FlashbackAntiques

Joss + J, 323 S. Gilbert Rd., Ste. 109 H-8 Boutique full of items from small businesses—local and around the globe—specializing in one-of-a-kind baby attire and gear. 480-454-4517 jossandj.com t @jossandj, i @joss.and.j

Junky Trunk Boutique, 3425 E. Baseline Rd. #104 C-11 Fashion-forward boutique carrying an array of colorful styles and accessories for women.

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ENTERTAINMENT FACIL IT IESAZ ICE, 2305 E. Knox Rd. J-13 Full-scale indoor ice rink with public skating and free learn-to-skate lessons. Rentals are available as well as a skate shop and food concessions. 480-503-7080 azice.com/gilbert i @azicegilbertFatCats, 4321 E. Baseline Rd. C-13 A family entertainment center that includes a movie theater with reclining seats, bowling, a miniature glow-in-the-dark golf course, and an arcade with over 50 games. 480-498-3325 gilbert.fatcatsfun.com i @fatcatsgilbertFlipSide, 4874 S. Val Vista Dr. S-12 A one-of-a-kind, locally owned entertainment venue and family fun spot. 480-471-8444 fl ipside.wpengine.com t @FlipSideFunMain Event, 1735 S. Santan Village Pkwy. K-13 State-of-the-art bowling, multi-level laser tag, and over 100 games—plus handcrafted food and a full bar—all under one roof. 480-462-2200 locations.mainevent.com/arizona/gilbert i @MyMainEventTopgolf, 1689 S. SanTan Village Pkwy. K-13 Topgolf is a new kind of golf experience that combines competition with entertainment, offering best-in-class facilities, unique menus, and dynamic event spaces. 480-240-1282 topgolf.com/us/gilbert i @topgolf

GOLFGreenfield Lakes Golf Course, 2484 E. Warner Rd. H-14 Opened in 1997 and designed by Ray Pacioni. Measures 4,107 yards from the longest tees and has a slope rating of 91 and a 59 USGA rating. 480-503-0500

golfgilbert.com f @greenfi eldlakesgolfcourse, i @greenfi eld-lakes-golf-course

Kokopelli Golf Course, 1800 W. Guadalupe Rd. D-3 Designed by Phillips Associates in 1992, Kokopelli has a slope rating of 132 and a 72.2 USGA rating. Features four sets of tees for different skill levels. 480-926-3589 kokopelligc.com t @kokopelligc, i @kokopelligolfclub

Seville Golf & Country Club, 6683 S. Clubhouse Dr. W-18 Designed by Gary Panks and opened in 2002, Seville’s course captures the challenge of the game and the beauty of Arizona. USGA rating of 72.5; slope rating of 129. 480-722-8100 clubcorp.com/clubs/seville-golf-country-club/amenities/golf t @sevillegcc, i @sevillgolfandcountryclub

Trilogy Golf Club at Power Ranch, 4415 E. Village Parkway T-19 Opened in 1999 and designed by Dick Bailey, Trilogy Golf Course has a slope rating of 126 and a 71.5 USGA rating. Features four sets of tees. 480-988-0004 trilogygolfclub.com/powerranch f @TrilogyGolfClubatPowerRanch, i @trilogygolfclubpowerranch

Western Skies Golf Club, 1245 E. Warner Rd. I-11 A public golf course that opened in 1992. Designed by Brian Whitcomb, it has a slope rating of 120 and a 70 USGA rating. 480-545-8542 westernskiesgolf.com f @Western-Skies-Golf-Club-128509396749, t @westernskiesgc, i @westernskiesgolfclub

OUTDOORBike Trails Named a Bicycle Friendly Community, Gilbert is well known for its Central Trail System that offers 135 miles of enjoyment for outdoor enthusiasts. discovergilbert.com/bicycle

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PB PUBLIC | PV PRIVATE | R RESORT

COURSE NAME CLASSIFICATION HOLES PAR YARDAGEGreenfi eld Lakes Golf Course PB 18 64 4,107Kokopelli Golf Course PB 18 72 6,716Seville Golf & Country Club PV/R 18 72 7,015Trilogy Golf Club at Power Ranch PB 18 71 6,932Western Skies Golf Club PB 18 72 6,744

ENTERTAINMENT & OUTDOORSIndoors or out, Gilbert is a great place to play. From bowling to golf, swimming to swing sets, there are plenty of options for all ages.

Gilbert, named a Bicycle Friendly Community, is well-known for its Central Trail System that offers approximately 135 miles of enjoy-ment for outdoor enthusiasts. Along with equestrian tracks are more than 54 miles of marked bike trails where you can pedal safely and leisurely. The trails parallel the city’s canal system and serve as a scenic artery between many of the city’s pub-lic parks, including the celebrated Riparian Preserve at Water Ranch. As one of the largest and most popular wildlife preserves in Gilbert, the Riparian Preserve at Water Ranch(pictured above) features cycling, equestrian, and hiking trails open to the community. The property’s eight ponds attract a variety of wild-life, and it is considered the premier birdwatching facility in the Phoenix metro region. Nearly 300 species of birds have been sighted, and many people come from different states and countries to see the beautiful and sometimes rare species. The park boasts covered picnic areas, a dinosaur dig site for kids, petroglyphs, a small botanical gar-den, an urban fi shing lake, and campsites that can be reserved to extend your outing. The preserve also has the only Phoenix-area astronomy observatory, which is open to the public every Friday and Saturday from dusk until 9:30 p.m., subject to weather conditions.

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PUBLIC POOLSGreenfield Municipal Pool, 35 S. Greenfield Rd. G-14 Zero-depth area, kiddie slide, tumble buckets, water sprinkler, geysers, diving boards, and shade ramadas. 480-503-6206 gilbertaz.gov/parksMesquite Aquatic Center, 100 W. Mesquite St. G-8 Zero-depth area, kiddie slide, double water slides, diving board, shade ramadas, concession stand, and play mushrooms. 480-503-6206 gilbertaz.gov/parksPerry Pool, 1775 E. Queen Creek Rd. S-6 Zero-depth area, diving boards, play features, tumble buckets, splash pad, and shade ramadas. 480-503-6206 gilbertaz.gov/parksWilliams Field Pool, 1900 S. Higley Rd. K-15 Zero-depth area, diving boards, play features, tumble buckets, splash pad, and shade ramadas. 480-503-6206 gilbertaz.gov/parks

SPECIALTY PARKSCosmo Dog Park, 2502 E. Ray Rd. J-13 Ranked fourth-best dog park in the United States, the park features a lighted, fenced area with a lake for swimming and two dog wash stations. 480-503-6200 gilbertaz.gov/parksCrossroads Park, 2155 E. Knox Rd. J-13 This park features various sports fi elds, picnic ramadas, play areas, an amphitheater, a lake, and is home to AZ ICE. 480-503-6200 gilbertaz.gov/parksDiscovery District Park, 2214 E. Pecos Rd. N-13 This 48-acre park features a butterfl y garden, fi shing lakes, play areas, and multiple multi-use fi elds. 480-503-6200 gilbertaz.gov/parksFreestone District Park, 1045 E. Juniper Rd. F-10 This expansive park features sports facilities, athletic fi elds, a playground, train and carnival rides, picnic areas, a skate park, and an amphitheater. 480-503-6200 gilbertaz.gov/parksMcQueen Park, 525 N. Horne St. F-4 McQueen Park features various sports courts, a lake, play areas, and a variety of trails. 480-503-6200 gilbertaz.gov/parksRiparian Preserve at Water Ranch, 2757 E. Guadalupe Rd. E-14 This 160-acre preserve features various trails, picnic and recreational areas, a dinosaur dig area, and camping sites. 480-503-6200 gilbertaz.gov/riparianWater Tower Plaza, 45 W. Page Ave. F-8 Located in Gilbert’s Heritage District, Water Tower Park is a gathering place for community events. Below the water tower is a splash pad and outdoor seating. 480-503-6200 gilbertaz.gov/parksZanjero Park, 3785 S. Lindsay Rd. P-10 This 20-acre park offers a one-mile trail for horseback riding with hitching posts and water troughs and is home to a burrowing owl habitat. 480-503-6200 gilbertaz.gov/parks

Spring Training, typically held from mid-February through the month of March, marks the unoffi cial start of the baseball season. It is a time for revelry in the warm spring sun throughout the Greater Phoe-nix area. Arizona’s Cactus League, com-prised of 15 Major League Base-ball teams, participates in Spring Training games at each of 10 local stadiums. Gilbert’s convenient loca-tion gives visitors easy access to three parks: Mesa’s Sloan Park and HoHoKam Stadium, homes of the Chicago Cubs and Oakland Athletics, respectively, and Tempe Diablo Sta-dium, where the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim warm up for the season.

Enhance your Spring Training expe-rience with a stay in Gilbert. Here you can enjoy plenty of baseball action combined with the city’s top-notch dining and entertainment, scenic golf courses, inviting hiking and biking trails, awe-inspiring art and culture venues, one-of-a-kind shopping, and so much more. It’s a grand slam.

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CULTURAL CENTER & MUSEUMHD SOUTH | Home of the Gilbert Historical Museum, 10 S. Gilbert Rd. 1! Housed in the city’s only building in the National Register of Historic Places, the Gilbert Historical Museum has been at the heart of the Gilbert community since 1982. 480-926-1577 hdsouth.org f @HDSOUTHGilbertMuseum

PERFORMING ARTBaker Performing Arts, 2270 E. Williams Field Rd., Ste. 104, Gilbert, AZ L-13 In a 10,000-square-foot facility, BPA has over 600 students providing the fi nest entertainment, musical theater, workshops, lessons, open mics, and special events in a 100-seat showroom. 480-313-7714 bakerperformingarts.com f @BakerPerformaingArts, t @SchoolofMusic, i @BakerPerformingArts

Hale Centre Theatre, 50 W. Page Ave. 1) The longest continuously running, privately-owned-and-operated theater company in America, this 350-seat theater-in-the-round offers weekend matinee and evening shows. 480-497-1181 haletheatrearizona.com f @haletheatreaz, t @haletheatreaz, i @haletheatreaz

Higley Center for the Performing Arts, 4132 E. Pecos Rd. N-18 The Higley Center for the Performing Arts features a concert hall that seats 1,235 and

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includes all of the technical amenities of a professional venue. 480-279-7194 higleyarts.org f @MeetMeAtTheHigley, t @HigleyCenter

Tuscany Theatre, 861 N. Higley Rd., Ste. 105 D-16 This 120-seat theater with plush seating, a rehearsal studio, a vocal studio, box offi ce, and backstage areas features family entertainment, community theater, and art and education. 480-907-7050 tuscanytheatre.com f @Tuscany Theatre

VISUAL ARTArt Intersection, 207 N. Gilbert Rd., Ste. 201 f Take your work to the next level through programs and facilities in which to learn, create, and exhibit. Three galleries showcase art from emerging and established artists. 480-361-1118 artintersection.com f @artintersection, t @artintersection, i @artintersection

Gallery 4, 10 S. Gilbert Rd. g Curated by Art Intersection and hosted in HD South, exhibitions and programs invite the viewer to engage in personal refl ection and conversation regarding social, environmental, and cultural topics. 480-361-1118 theartgallery4.com f @theartgallery4, t @theartgallery4, i @theartgallery4

Gilbert boasts a variety of arts and culture sites and activities. History buffs, artists, thespians, and families will all find something to enjoy here.

Immerse yourself in arts and cul-ture with a visit to Gilbert’s creative public spaces. The IN FLUX (Instagram @infl uxaz) art program—currently operated throughout Gilbert and its neigh-boring cities of Chandler, Tempe, and Scottsdale—was launched by Scottsdale Public Art in 2010 as an initiative for temporary installations in vacant storefronts. Since then it has expanded to include other open public spaces. The program provides opportunities for Arizona artists to create site-specifi c, temporary public art installations in a variety of loca-tions. A win-win, the initiative allows local artists to wield their artistic know-how and gain public recogni-tion while the viewing public is treated to creative displays in unexpected locales. Check discovergilbert.com for locations of current installations. To satisfy your own desire to cre-ate, pay a visit to one of these Gilbert DIY art studios. At The Art House, instructors help you swish and swipe your way to a beautifully painted canvas. Focus on wood-sign artwork at Board & Brush Creative Studio (@boardandbrushaz). Or take a class at Studio 223 (@madeby2sisters) for wood signs, you-build-it workshops, fl ower arrangement, and more.

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1! HD SOUTH | Home of the Gilbert Historical Museum 10 S. Gilbert Rd. 480-926-1577 hdsouth.org

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388 N. Gilbert Rd. 480-634-5025 barrioqueen.com

1# Bergies Coffee Roast House 309 N. Gilbert Rd. 480-497-3913 bergiescoffee.com

1$ The Brass Tap 313 N. Gilbert Rd. 813-226-2333 brasstapbeerbar.com/gilbert

1% Clever Koi 384 N. Gilbert Rd., Ste. 104 480-306-4237 thecleverkoi.com

1^ Dierks Bentley’s Whiskey Row 325 Gilbert Rd. 480-476-8595 dierkswhiskeyrow.com/gilbert

1& Even Stevens Sandwiches 384 N. Gilbert Rd. 480-319-7220 evenstevens.com

1* Farmhouse Restaurant228 N. Gilbert Rd. 480-926-0676 farmhouseofgilbert.com

1( Grubstak 384 N. Gilbert Rd., Ste. 106 480-699-9188 grubstak.com

2) Joe’s Real BBQ301 N. Gilbert Rd. 480-503-3805 joesrealbbq.com

2! Joyride Taco House 302 N. Gilbert Rd. 480-632-8226 joyridetacohouse.com

2@ Liberty Market230 N. Gilbert Rd. 480-892-1900 libertymarket.com

2# LoLo’s Chicken & Waffles 366 N. Gilbert Rd. 480-207-6173 loloschickenandwaffles.com

2$ Nico Heirloom Kitchen366 N. Gilbert Rd. 480-584-4760 nicoaz.com

2% O.H.S.O. Brewery + Distillery 335 N. Gilbert Rd. 602-900-9004 ohsobrewery.com

2^ Oregano’s Pizza Bistro328 N. Gilbert Rd. 480-882-9336 oreganos.com

2& Petersen’s Ice Cream & Café 366 N. Gilbert Rd. 480-497-3878 petersenicecream.com

2* Pomo Pizzeria Napoletana366 N. Gilbert Rd. 480-878-2222 pomopizzeria.com

2( Postino East 302 N. Gilbert Rd. 480-632-2251 postinowinecafe.com

3) Rocket Fizz350 N. Gilbert Rd., Ste. 2 480-219-6981 rocketfizz.com

3! Romeo’s Euro Café 207 N. Gilbert Rd., Ste. 105 480-962-4224 eurocafe.com

3@ Snooze A.M. Eatery310 N. Gilbert Rd. 480-664-4488 snoozeeatery.com

3# SoCal Fish Taco Company 219 N. Gilbert Rd. 480-807-6225 socalfishtacos.com

3$ Sushi Brokers350 N. Gilbert Rd. 480-515-5000 sushibrokers.com

3% Zinburger 98 W. Vaughn Ave. 480-387-5000 zinburgeraz.com

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AGRITOPIA & AROUND12 West Brewing, 3000 E. Ray Rd. J-15 Brewery 480-404-9699 12westbrewing.com 2ao

Backyard Taco, 1420 S. Higley Rd. J-15 Mexican Late-night dining Fri.–Sat. 480-247-2775 backyardtaco.com 1ldno

The Bold Roost, 1489 S. Higley Rd., Ste. 103 J-16 Café 480-988-7399 boldroost.com 1bldao

The Coffee Shop, 3000 E. Ray Rd. J-15 Café 480-279-3144 thecoffeeshopaz.com 1bldko

Fire and Brimstone, 3000 E. Ray Rd. J-15 Pizza 602-558-1907 fi rebrimstoneeatery.com 2ldo

Garage East, 3000 E. Ray Rd. J-15 Winery 480-493-7151 garage-east.com 2ao

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Joe’s Farm Grill, 3000 E. Ray Rd., Ste. 101 J-15 American 480-563-4745 joesfarmgrill.com 2ldko

Ta Lew Thai Bistro, 1493 S. Higley Rd., Ste. 102 J-16 Thai 480-279-5553 talewthai.com 2ldo

Uprooted Kitchen, 3000 E. Ray Rd. J-15 Plant-based 480-332-2104 theuprootedkitchen.com 2blo

AROUND TOWN1455 American Grill, 1455 W. Elliot Rd., Ste. 101 G-5 American 480-939-2077 americangrillaz.com 2ldkao

The American Poutine, 1395 E. Warner Rd. I-11 American 480-434-3982 americanpoutine.com 2ldko

Arizona Wilderness Brewing, 721 N. Arizona Ave. E-2 Brewery

480-284-9863 azwbeer.com 2ldnao

Blue 32 Sports Grill, 6348 S. Higley Rd. V-15 American Late-night dining Fri.–Sat. 480-248-7002 blue32sportsgrill.com 2ldnkao

Coconut Hut, 1430 W. Warner Rd., Ste. 148 I-4 Café 480-926-2274 coconuthutaz.com 2blko

Coffee Rush, 1555 N. Gilbert Rd., Ste. 107 C-8 Coffee & Tea 480-507-0930 coffeerushcafe.com 1bldno

Cogburn’s, 825 S. Cooper Rd. I-6 American 480-855-9500 cogburnsbar.com 2ldnao

Cogburn’s, 4902 S. Val Vista Dr. S-12 American 480-855-3288 cogburnsbar.com 2ldnao

Copper Still Moonshine Grill, 2531 S. Gilbert Rd., Ste. 101 M-8 American 480-656-1476 copperstillmoonshinegrill.com 2ldnkao

Cuisine & Wine Bistro, 1422 W. Warner Rd. I-4 Wine Bar Late-night dining Fri.–Sat. 480-497-1422 cuisineandwinebistro.com 2dnao

Curry Garden, 1533 W. Elliot Rd. G-4 Indian 480-219-8510 zzcurrygarden.com 2ldk

Desert Monk Brewing, 1094 S. Gilbert Rd. #101 J-7 Brewery 480-525-7444 desertmonksbrewing.com a

Flancer’s, 610 N. Gilbert Rd., Ste. 300 E-8 American Brunch on weekends. 480-926-9077 fl ancers.com 2bldka

Flying Basset Brewing, 720 W. Ray Rd. K-6 Brewery 602-614-7704 fl yingbassetbrewing.com lda

The Gilbert House Restaurant, 397 S. Gilbert Rd., Ste. 170 H-8 Breakfast & Brunch 480-507-3383 gilberthouserestaurant.com 2blkao

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The Great Gadsby Bakery, 1030 S. Gilbert Rd., Unit 101 J-8 Bakery 480-244-4727 thegreatgadsbybakery.com 1ld

Guedos Taco Shop, 3107 S. Gilbert Rd. N-8 Mexican 480-621-8280 guedostacoshop.com 1ldka

Henhouse Café, 3133 S. Lindsay Rd. D-8 Breakfast & Brunch 480-899-4214 henhouse-cafe.com 1blko

JC’s Steakhouse, 25 E. Ray Rd. K-8 Steakhouse Lunch Wed.–Fri. Late-night dining Fri.–Sat. 480-306-4545 jcssteakhouse.com 2ldnkao

La Ristra New Mexican Kitchen, 638 E. Warner Rd. I-9 Mexican Late-night dining Fri.–Sat. 480-545-2880 laristraaz.com 2ldnkao

Local Eats, 6348 S. Higley Rd. V-16 Pizza 480-625-3860 localeatspizza.com 2ldka

Mint Thai Cafe, 1111 N. Gilbert Rd. D-8 Thai 480-497-5366 mintthaicafe.net 2lda

New Mexican Grill, 3107 S. Lindsay Rd., Ste. 101 O-10 Mexican 480-899-0773 newmexicangrill.net 1bldko

Nicantoni’s Pizza, 323 S. Gilbert Rd., Ste. 111 G-8 Pizza 480-892-2234 nicantonis.com 1ldkao

Not Your Typical Deli, 1166 S. Gilbert Rd. J-8 Deli 480-794-1116 nytdeli.com 1lko

Osaka, 3843 S. Gilbert Rd. P-8 Japanese Late-night dining Fri.–Sat. 480-782-5555 osakaaz.com 2ldnka

Pepper Café, 825 S. Cooper Rd., Ste. B1 I-6 Vietnamese 480-963-1828 peppercafe.net 1ld

Phoenicia Café, 1150 S. Gilbert Rd., Ste. 104 J-8 Mediterranean 480-503-4976 phoeniciagrill.com 2ldko

Poke Hale, 3877 S. Gilbert Rd. #102 Q-8 Hawaiian 480-209-1895 pokehaleaz.com 2ld

Sal’s Gilbert Pizza, 1150 S. Gilbert Rd. J-8 Pizza 480-633-2226 gilbertpizzaaz.com 2ldka

Shorty & Wags, 860 E. Warner Rd., Ste. 103 I-10 American 480-507-0910 shortywagswings.com 1ld

Sidewinder Subs, 1455 W. Elliot Rd., Ste. 103 G-5 Sandwiches 480-633-7827 sidewindersubs.com 1lkao

Steak and Stone, 1026 S. Gilbert Rd. J-8 Steakhouse 480-393-3285 steakandstone.com 2ldkao

Sweetz Cold Brew Coffee, 835 N. Gilbert Rd. #101 E-8 Coffee & Tea 480-500-5219 sweetzbrew.com 1bldo

Teakwoods Tavern and Grill, 151 E. Williams Field Rd. M-8 American 480-899-8325 teakwoodstavern.com 2ldnkao

Toasted Mallow, 1034 N. Gilbert Rd. N-10 Dessert 480-686-9071 thetoastedmallow.com 1ldo

Yanagi Sushi, 884 W. Warner Rd., Ste. B4 I-6 Japanese 480-284-6070 yanagisushiaz.com 2ldka

HERITAGE DISTRICTBarrio Queen, 388 N. Gilbert Rd. 1@ Mexican 480-634-5025 barrioqueen.com 2ldkao

Bergies Coffee Roast House, 309 N. Gilbert Rd. 1# Coffee & Tea 480-497-3913 bergiescoffee.com 1blo

The Brass Tap, 313 N. Gilbert Rd. 1$ American 813-226-2333 brasstapbeerbar.com/gilbert 2ldnao

Clever Koi, 384 N. Gilbert Rd., Ste. #104 1% Asian Fusion Late-night dining Fri.–Sat. 480-306-4237 thecleverkoi.com 2ldnao

Dierks Bentley’s Whiskey Row, 325 Gilbert Rd. 1^ American Brunch on weekends. 480-476-8595 dierkswhiskeyrow.com/gilbert 2bldnkao

Even Stevens Sandwiches, 384 N. Gilbert Rd. 1& Sandwiches 480-319-7220 evenstevens.com 1bldka

Farmhouse Restaurant, 228 N. Gilbert Rd. 1* American 480-926-0676 farmhouseofgilbert.com 2blk

Grubstak, 384 N. Gilbert Rd., Ste. 106 1( AmericanBrunch on weekends. 480-699-9188 grubstak.com 2bldkao

From The New York Times to NBC News, press coverage of Agrito-pia’s unique existence spans far and wide. So, what exactly is Agritopia (Instagram @agritopia), anyway? In the simplest terms, it’s a 160-acre lifestyle village in Gilbert centered around an 11-acre organic urban farm. The Johnston family bought the land in 1960 and lived, worked, and raised their children on the farm. In the 1990s, when subur-ban encroachment threatened their bucolic existence, the Johnston sons collaborated with the Town of Gilbert and community developers to turn the land into a thriving modern-day village built on farming traditions. In addition to the farm, Agritopia has 450 residential lots; an always-stocked farm stand that operates on the honor system; a school; a winery featuring grapes grown in Southern Arizona; a craft brewery; a coffee shop; and a market where artisans work and sell their wares. All of Agritopia’s businesses are open to the public, welcoming visi-tors to stroll the grounds, buy pro-duce, mingle with the locals, and shop the artisanal goods. And to eat! All of Agritopia’s res-taurants feature fresh produce from the farm. Showcased on the Food Network, Joe’s Farm Grill is a family-friendly eatery offering up good-for-you burgers and salads; you can get crispy wood-fi red pizza at Fire & Brim-stone; and plant-based The Uprooted Kitchen feeds hungry veggie-lovers.

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Joe’s Real BBQ, 301 N. Gilbert Rd. 2) Barbecue 480-503-3805 joesrealbbq.com 2ldko

Joyride Taco House, 302 N. Gilbert Rd. 2! Mexican 480-632-8226 joyridetacohouse.com 2ldnkao

Liberty Market, 230 N. Gilbert Rd. 2@ American 480-892-1900 libertymarket.com 2bldkao

LoLo’s Chicken & Waffles, 366 N. Gilbert Rd. 2# American Late-night dining Fri.–Sat. 480-207-6173 loloschickenandwaffles.com 2bldnkao

Nico Heirloom Kitchen, 366 N. Gilbert Rd. 2$ Italian 480-584-4760 nicoaz.com 2ldao

O.H.S.O. Brewery + Distillery, 335 N. Gilbert Rd. 2% Brewery Brunch on weekends. 602-900-9004 ohsobrewery.com 2bldnkao

Oregano’s Pizza Bistro, 328 N. Gilbert Rd. 2^ Pizza 480-882-9336 oreganos.com 2ldkao

Petersen’s Ice Cream & Café, 366 N. Gilbert Rd. 2& Dessert Late-night dining Fri.–Sat. 480-497-3878 petersenicecream.com 1ldnko

Pomo Pizzeria Napoletana, 366 N. Gilbert Rd. 2* Pizza Late-night dining Fri.–Sat. 480-878-2222 pomopizzeria.com 2ldnkao

Postino East, 302 N. Gilbert Rd. 2( Wine Bar Brunch on weekends. 480-632-2251 postinowinecafe.com 2bldnao

Rocket Fizz, 350 N. Gilbert Rd., Ste. 2 3) Dessert 480-219-6981 rocketfizz.com 2ld

Romeo’s Euro Café, 207 N. Gilbert Rd., Ste. 105 3! Mediterranean 480-962-4224 eurocafe.com 2ldao

Snooze A.M. Eatery, 310 N. Gilbert Rd. 3@ Breakfast & Brunch 480-664-4488 snoozeeatery.com 2blkao

SoCal Fish Taco Company, 219 N. Gilbert Rd. 3# Seafood 480-807-6225 socalfishtacos.com 2ldkao

Sushi Brokers, 350 N. Gilbert Rd. 3$ Sushi 480-515-5000 sushibrokers.com 2ldnao

Zinburger, 98 W. Vaughn Ave. 3% American 480-387-5000 zinburgeraz.com 2ldkao

NEAR THE RIPARIAN PRESERVECasanova Brothers Pizza, 929 N. Val Vista Dr. D-12 Pizza 480-539-6200 casanovabrospizza.com 1ldka

Coffee Rush, 53 N. Val Vista Dr., Ste. 100 F-12 Coffee & Tea 480-545-1045 coffeerushcafe.com 1bldno

Divided Vine, 861 N. Higley Rd., Ste. 116 D-16 Wine Bar 480-361-6158 dividedvine.com 1dna

Dulce Churro Café, 1674 N. Higley Rd. B-15 Café Late-night dining Fri.–Sat. 480-981-3628 dulcechurrocafe.com 1ldn

Everyone Loves Fondue, 3244 E. Guadalupe Rd. D-16 Dessert 480-268-9284 everybodylovesfondue.com 1dko

Gabriela’s Kitchen, 891 N. Val Vista Dr., Ste. D-101 E-12 Café 480-558-2051 gabrielascafe.com 1blko

Henhouse Café, 3244 E. Guadalupe Rd. D-16 Breakfast & Brunch 480-219-7379 henhouse-cafe.com 1blko

Nando’s Mexican Café, 3519 E. Baseline Rd. C-12 Mexican 480-633-1313 nandosmexicancafe.com 2bldkao

Rio Rico Mexican Grill, 747 N. Val Vista Dr., Ste. 110 E-12 Mexican 480-539-4491 rioricomexicangrill.com 2ldkao

Rise Up Bread, 861 N. Higley Rd. #109 D-16 Bakery 480-264-3026 riseupbread.com 1bld

Seed Shack, 3861 E. Baseline Rd. #K136 C-12 Vegan 480-488-8217 2bldko

Thai Chili, 3641 E. Baseline Rd., Ste. Q-102 C-12 Thai 480-219-8330 thaichili.us 2lda

Wild Ginger Asian Bistro, 861 N. Higley Rd., Ste. 111 D-16 Asian Fusion 480-907-7717 wildgingeraz.com 2lda

Zappone’s Italian Bistro, 1652 N. Higley Rd., Ste. 103 C-15 Italian

480-218-2338 zapponesbistro.com 2ldkao

SANTAN VILLAGE & SURROUNDINGArizona BBQ Company, 1534 E. Ray Rd. J-11 Barbecue 480-361-4180 azbbqcompany.com 2ldka

Blue 32 Sports Grill, 1524 E. Williams Field Rd. L-11 American Late-night dining Fri.–Sat. 480-963-0032 blue32sportsgrill.com 2ldnkao

HG Higher Ground Roastery and Café, 2556 S. Val Vista Dr. M-11 Café 480-821-7020 hgroastery.com 1blo

High Tide Seafood Bar, 2540 S. Val Vista Dr., Ste. 1 M-11 Seafood 480-821-9950 hightideseafoodbar.com 2ldkao

Higley Hot Dog Hut, 16705 E. Williams Field Rd. M-15 American 480-988-3133 1lo

Iced for Life, 1490 E. Williams Field Rd., Ste. 103 M-11 Bakery 480-786-8858 icedforlife.com 2bldo

Isabel’s Amor, 1490 E. Williams Field Rd. L-11 Mexican 480-290-7060 isabelsamor.com 2ldkao

La Calabria Ristorante, 2540 S. Val Vista Dr. M-11 Italian 480-726-3537 lacalabriaristorante.com 2ldka

Mucha Lucha Taco Shop, 1530 S. Val Vista Dr. J-11 Mexican 480-855-0777 1ld

Ryu Sushi & Teppanyaki, 2512 S. Val Vista Dr., Ste. 101 M-12 Japanese 480-857-3999 ryusushi.com 2ldka

SanTan Village Restaurants, 2218 E. Williams Field Rd. M-13 Various 480-282-9500 shopsantanvillage.com 1–3bldnkao

Waffle Love, 2743 S. Market St., Ste. 104 N-13 Breakfast & Brunch 480-404-1066 waffluv.com 1bldk

The Whining Pig, 2512 S. Val Vista Dr., Ste. 105 M-12 American 480-696-4004 thewhiningpig.com 1dna

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K-13 DOUBLETREE BY HILTON PHOENIX/GILBERT 1800 S. SanTan Village Pkwy.

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B-16 HAMPTON INN & SUITES PHOENIX EAST MESA 1825 N. Higley Rd.

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N-13 HAMPTON INN & SUITES PHOENIX/GILBERT 3265 S. Market St.

480-543-1500 800-426-7866

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N-13 HOME2 SUITES BY HILTON GILBERT 3333 S. Market St.

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O-12 HYATT PLACE PHOENIX/GILBERT 3275 S. Market St.

480-899-5900 800-993-4751

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B-15 RESIDENCE INN BY MARRIOTT PHOENIX/GILBERT 3021 E. Banner Gateway Dr.

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H-8CHAPEL AT THE FARM397 S. Gilbert Rd.

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H-8THE COTTAGE535 S. Gilbert Rd.

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L-13DAVINCI MEETING & CONFERENCE ROOM2200 E. Williams Field

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K-13DOUBLETREE BY HILTON PHOENIX/GILBERT1800 S. SanTan Village Parkway

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D-14THE ELEGANT BARN1221 N. Greenfi eld Rd.

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C-14THE FALLS EVENT CENTER4635 E. Baseline Rd.

480-535-2141 thefallseventcenter.com/location/gilbert-az 14 450 350 • •

E-10FREESTONE RECREATION CENTER1141 E. Guadalupe Rd.

480-503-6202 gilbertaz.gov/parks 2 100 80

F-7GILBERT COMMUNITY CENTER130 N. Oak St.

480-503-6290 gilbertaz.gov/parks 5 160 125

B-16HAMPTON INN & SUITES PHOENIX EAST MESA1825 N. Higley Rd.

480-654-4000800-426-7866

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N-13HAMPTON INN & SUITES PHOENIX/GILBERT3265 S. Market St.

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O-12HYATT PLACE PHOENIX/GILBERT3275 S. Market St.

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F-4MCQUEEN PARK ACTIVITY CENTER510 N. Horne St.

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M-8PORTICO WEDDINGS & EVENTS13640 E. Williams Field Rd.

480-251-1868 porticoweddings.com 1 150 •

B-15RESIDENCE INN BY MARRIOTT PHOENIX/GILBERT3021 E. Banner Gateway Dr.

480-699-4450888-236-2427

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W-18SEVILLE GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB6683 S. Clubhouse Dr.

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J-8SHENANDOAH MILL1359 S. Gilbert Rd.

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F-5VILLA SIENA890 W. Elliot Rd., Ste. 104

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MEETING & EVENT VENUESWith easy access to local airports, plus plenty of on-site or nearby lodging options, Gilbert’s event venues are ideal for your next conference, meeting, or special event.

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DIRECTIONS FROM LOCAL AIRPORTSPHOENIX SKY HARBOR INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT (PHX)skyharbor.comApproximate drive time: 25 minutesDirections: From the airport, head east on Interstate 10 for two miles. Merge onto US Route 60 East. Continue for 12 miles until you reach the Gilbert exits (Exits 179–188).

PHOENIX-MESA GATEWAY AIRPORT (AZA)phxmesagateway.comApproximate drive time: 20 minutesDirections: From the airport, head north on South Power Road, past AZ State Route 202, for 2 miles. Then head west on East Elliot Road into Gilbert.

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PHOENIXApproximate drive time: 30 minutesDirections: From Phoenix, head east on Interstate 10 for nine miles. Merge onto US Route 60 East. Continue for seven miles until you reach the Gilbert exits (Exits 179–188).

TEMPEApproximate drive time: 25 minutesDirections: From Tempe, head east on AZ State Route 202. Merge onto AZ State Route 101 South. In approximately three miles, merge onto US Route 60 East. Continue for three miles until you reach the Gilbert exits (Exits 179–188).

DIRECTIONS FROM NEARBY CITIES

GILBERT FUN

FACTS JANUARY 41°–67° FEBRUARY 45°–71° MARCH 49°–77° APRIL 54°–85° MAY 61°–94° JUNE 70°–104° JULY 77°–106° AUGUST 76°–104° SEPTEMBER 70°–99° OCTOBER 59°–89° NOVEMBER 47°–75° DECEMBER 40°–67°PROVIDED BY WEATHER.COM

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SCOTTSDALEApproximate drive time: 30 minutesDirections: From Scottsdale, head south on AZ State Route 101 for approximately 10 miles. Merge onto US Route 60 East. Continue for three miles until you reach the Gilbert exits (Exits 179–188).

TUCSONApproximate drive time: 2 hoursDirections: From Tucson, head west on Interstate 10 for 82 miles. Continue north on AZ State Route 587 for 12 miles to AZ State Route 202. Take State Route 202 two miles to Gilbert Road. Exit and continue north until you reach Gilbert.

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