What’s New in Gilbert: Summer 2025 Openings You’ll Want to Be First In Line For

From crave-worthy eats to lifestyle upgrades, Gilbert is heating up with fresh spots you’ll want to check out this summer.

Gilbert isn’t just growing — it’s glowing up. Whether you’re a longtime local or a future resident eyeing the East Valley, you’ll want to bookmark these hot new openings and happenings around Gilbert, AZ this summer.

Here’s what’s making waves:

🥐 1. Lōkahi Bakery at Epicenter

A brand-new artisan bakery bringing Hawaiian-inspired pastries, taro milk buns, and Kona coffee to the Epicenter at Agritopia. Expect Instagrammable treats and long lines early on.

✅ Try: Guava cream cheese croissants + ube cold brew
📍 Location: Epicenter at Agritopia

🍷 2. The Peppered Vine

A locally owned wine lounge + chef-driven bistro opening in mid-July near Downtown Gilbert. Think: elevated comfort food, wine flights, and live acoustic nights.

✅ Try: Balsamic fig flatbread + Arizona rosé pairing
📍 Location: Gilbert Rd. & Elliot Rd.

👟 3. Vuori (Retail Opening) – SanTan Village

The California-based activewear brand is finally bringing their luxe-yet-minimalist athleisure wear to the East Valley. Perfect for shoppers who live in leggings but want elevated basics.

✅ Tip: Grand opening discounts + gift cards for early birds
📍 Location: SanTan Village

🧠 4. Wonderspaces Pop-Up Experience

An immersive art-meets-tech installation rotating through the East Valley — including a stop at Gilbert this summer. Great for families, date nights, or a cool break from the heat.

✅ Bonus: AC, timed entries, and great for all ages
📍 Location: Temporary exhibit at Gilbert Heritage District

🌮 5. Barrio Queen’s Gilbert Expansion

This beloved Valley staple is adding a second location in South Gilbert near the Bridges community. Expect vibrant décor, smoky mezcal cocktails, and the same street-style tacos we all crave.

✅ Must-order: Cochinita Pibil tacos + margarita sampler
📍 Location: Higley & Queen Creek (Opening August 2025)

🎉 BONUS: Gilbert Regional Park Summer Night Market

Launching in late June and running monthly through September, this free outdoor market will feature food trucks, indie vendors, live music, and family activities — a perfect local Friday night.

✅ Family-friendly, dog-friendly, and fun for all
📍 Location: Gilbert Regional Park

💬 Wrapping it Up:

Whether you’re house-hunting, new to town, or just in love with local discovery, Gilbert’s summer lineup has never looked better. As a longtime local and East Valley real estate expert, I love keeping my clients in the loop on the real lifestyle behind the listings.

👉 Thinking of making Gilbert home this year? Let’s connect and explore where lifestyle meets real estate.