Salad and Go Takeovers and a Possible Gilbert Comeback
A guide to the reported 7 Brew, Swig, Dutch Bros and Just Salad sites—and the separate $180,000 brand purchase behind a possible Gilbert comeback. Here’s what is known as of October 19.
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and the places in between
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Recent stories.
The Switchyard in Queen Creek: Signs Are Up. Here’s What’s Next.
The Switchyard sign is lit and the outdoor spaces are taking shape. See our latest photos, the announced restaurants and shops, and the Town’s opening timeline for downtown Queen Creek.
Barnes & Noble Is Taking Shape at Queen Creek Marketplace
The windows are papered between Ross and Tilly’s. Here’s where to find Queen Creek’s planned Barnes & Noble, what’s announced for the café and store, and the scheduled November 11 opening.
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Featured destinations.
Hikes · Apache Junction
→Flatiron via Siphon Draw Trail
A demanding 5.8-mile round trip from Lost Dutchman State Park into the Superstition Wilderness, intended for experienced desert hikers.
Coffee Shops · Gilbert
→Four Silos Craft Coffee & Beer House
A Gilbert coffee and beer house with all-day breakfast, sandwiches, pizza and a courtyard patio for a casual meal or a longer catch-up.
Restaurants · Gilbert
→Joe's Farm Grill
A broad, family-friendly menu served in the Johnston family's original Agritopia home, with farm-grown and locally sourced ingredients used when possible.
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