Gilbert Welcomes New Restaurants and Heritage Park Development

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Outdoor dining at new restaurants enhancing Gilbert's culinary scene.

News Summary

In May 2025, Gilbert, Arizona welcomed over two dozen new restaurants to the metro Phoenix area, including five in Gilbert itself. These new establishments, such as Everbowl, Hooked Seafood Grill, Sakura Sushi, Sono Kitchen & Boba, and Stella’s Ice Cream, cater to diverse culinary tastes. Additionally, a significant mixed-use development named Heritage Park has broken ground, set to include retail, dining options, and luxury apartments. This project aims to enhance the local community, with the first restaurants expected to open in 2026.

Gilbert, Arizona – The thriving city of Gilbert welcomed more than two dozen new restaurants to the metro Phoenix area in May 2025, with five exciting new dining options located in Gilbert alone. The new establishments provide a diverse range of cuisine, enhancing the local dining scene and contributing to the community’s growing vibrancy.

Everbowl has launched its latest location in South Gilbert, specializing in nutritious offerings such as acai bowls, smoothies, and protein toasts. This location is situated at 1717 E. Queen Creek Road and can be contacted at 480-685-8814. Customers can also explore their menu online at everbowl.com.

Another addition to Gilbert’s culinary landscape is Hooked Seafood Grill, a family-owned restaurant that features a diverse menu. Highlights include tacos, sandwiches, salads, and sustainably-sourced seafood. This restaurant is located at 3757 S. Gilbert Road and is reachable at 602-926-7368. More details about their offerings are available at hookedseafoodgrill.com.

Next on the list is Sakura Sushi, which has opened its doors in Gilbert, presenting a wide variety of sushi rolls, nigiri, sashimi, as well as popular dishes such as fried rice, udon, soba, and teriyaki. Visitors can find Sakura Sushi at 825 S. Cooper Road, Suite B6, or contact them at 480-699-8967. The full menu can be viewed at sakurasushigilbert.com.

Asian fusion street foods make their debut at Sono Kitchen & Boba, the first Valley location of the restaurant. Their menu boasts unique dishes like salt and pepper popcorn chicken, gyoza, takoyaki, and an extensive boba selection. Sono Kitchen & Boba is located at 2224 E. Williams Field Road, Suite 108, with contact available at 480-350-7392. More information can be found at sonokitchen.com.

Lastly, dessert lovers can rejoice with the arrival of Stella’s Ice Cream, which features a range of classic flavors as well as new limited edition flavors released weekly. Situated at 3919 E. Williams Field Road, customers can call 732-859-9510 for inquiries or view the selection at stellasicecream.com.

In addition to the new restaurants, a significant mixed-use development called Heritage Park has broken ground in downtown Gilbert. This project, a collaboration between Creation and Crescent Communities, occupies an entire city block at the northern gateway of Gilbert’s Heritage District, specifically at the intersection of Gilbert Road and Juniper Avenue.

The initial phase of Heritage Park is set to include approximately 47,000 square feet of retail and restaurant space, along with a luxury apartment community consisting of 288 residential units. The development aims to enhance the area’s appeal with over 300 surface parking spaces and a public square featuring water features, landscaped areas, public art, as well as walking and biking paths.

The Flagship Restaurant Group plans to introduce three restaurants within Heritage Park, namely Ghost Donkey, Palma, and Blue Sushi Sake Grill. The first openings in this new mixed-use area are anticipated in 2026, with the entire development expected to be completed by March 2027.

Local authorities highlight the potential this project holds for enhancing the community’s vibrant atmosphere and supporting local businesses. Additionally, a donation of $25,000 was made to Maggie’s Place, an organization dedicated to assisting homeless pregnant women and mothers, during the groundbreaking event for Heritage Park.