Around Town

What's coming to Queen Creek.

New restaurants, shops, fuel stations, rezonings, and road projects, pulled straight from Queen Creek town agendas and rewritten in plain English so you know what's coming before the sign goes up.

Business open and coming-soon status is referenced in part from the Town of Queen Creek Economic Development office (investtheqc.com). Everything here is sourced from public town agendas.

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Named businesses and projects on the way.

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7 Brew Coffee is coming to Ironwood & Ocotillo

A new 7 Brew Coffee drive-thru is planned for the northwest corner of Ironwood and Ocotillo in the Ironwood Crossing area. It's on the town's Coming Soon list.

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Applebee's is coming to Queen Creek Marketplace

The neighborhood grill and bar Applebee's is on the way to Queen Creek Marketplace near Rittenhouse and Ellsworth Loop Roads.

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Aubergine Kitchen is coming to Queen Creek Marketplace

Aubergine Kitchen, a healthy eatery, is planned for the Queen Creek Marketplace near Rittenhouse and Ellsworth Loop Roads. It's on the town's Coming Soon list.

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Bamboo Sushi is coming to Downtown Queen Creek

A sushi restaurant called Bamboo Sushi is on the way to Downtown Queen Creek. It's listed as coming soon by the town's economic development office.

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Brooker's Ice Cream is coming to Queen Creek

A new Brooker's Ice Cream shop is on the way to the Harvest Station area near Rittenhouse and Combs. It's on the town's Coming Soon list.

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Carniceria Sonora is coming to Signal Butte & Queen Creek

Carniceria Sonora, a Mexican meat market and grocery, is planned for the southeast corner of Signal Butte and Queen Creek roads in the Madera development. It's on the town's Coming Soon list.

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Chipotle is coming to Gantzel & Combs

A new Chipotle is on the way near Gantzel (Ironwood) and Combs Roads. It's on the town's Coming Soon list, so grab-and-go burritos and bowls are headed to the area.

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CosmoProf beauty supply is coming to Queen Creek

CosmoProf, a beauty and hair supply store, is planned near Rittenhouse Road and Ellsworth Loop Road. It's on the town's Coming Soon list.

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Edward Jones is coming to Downtown Queen Creek

A new Edward Jones financial advisor office is planned for the Downtown Queen Creek area. It's on the town's Coming Soon list.

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First Watch breakfast spot coming to Harvest Station

First Watch, the daytime breakfast and brunch restaurant, is coming to the Harvest Station area near Rittenhouse and Riggs. It's on the town's Coming Soon list.

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Gateway Barber Shop is coming to Harvest Station

A new barber shop is planned for the Harvest Station area near Rittenhouse and Riggs Roads. It's on the town's Coming Soon list.

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Homewood Suites hotel coming to Downtown Queen Creek

A new Homewood Suites extended-stay hotel is planned for Downtown Queen Creek. It's on the town's Coming Soon list.

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In-N-Out is under construction at Hunt Highway & Gary
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An In-N-Out Burger is under construction at Skyline Ranch Marketplace, at Hunt Highway and Gary Road just over the Queen Creek border in San Tan Valley. No opening date has been announced.

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Jinya Ramen Bar is coming to Queen Creek Marketplace

Jinya Ramen Bar, a Japanese ramen restaurant, is on the way to Queen Creek Marketplace near Rittenhouse and Ellsworth Loop Roads.

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Little Sunshine's Playhouse is coming to Ocotillo & Meridian

A children's daycare and preschool is on the way near Ocotillo and Meridian Roads. It's on the town's coming soon list.

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LongHorn Steakhouse is planned for Queen Creek Marketplace
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Plans for a roughly 5,780-square-foot LongHorn Steakhouse have been filed for a pad at Queen Creek Marketplace, near Olive Garden. No opening date has been announced.

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Nailvana nail salon is coming to Queen Creek

A new nail salon called Nailvana is planned near the southeast corner of Signal Butte and Queen Creek roads, in the Madera development. It's on the town's Coming Soon list.

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The Perch Development is coming to Downtown Queen Creek

A new development called The Perch is planned for the Downtown Queen Creek area. It's on the town's Coming Soon list, so watch for it to take shape.

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Pet Supplies Plus is coming to Gantzel & Combs

A Pet Supplies Plus store is planned near Gantzel (Ironwood) and Combs Roads. It's on the town's Coming Soon list, so expect pet food, supplies, and grooming to open there down the road.

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Postino Wine Cafe is coming to Downtown Queen Creek

Postino Wine Cafe, a popular wine bar and restaurant, is planned for Downtown Queen Creek. It's on the town's Coming Soon list.

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Presidential Pools is coming to Harvest Station

Presidential Pools is planning a new location at Harvest Station, near Rittenhouse and Gary Roads by Riggs and Combs. It's on the town's Coming Soon list.

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Queen Creek Butchery is coming to Power & Chandler Heights

A new butcher shop called Queen Creek Butchery is on the way near Power and Chandler Heights Roads.

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Room and Porch is coming to Downtown Queen Creek

A new business called Room and Porch is planned for Downtown Queen Creek. It's on the town's Coming Soon list, so watch for it to open in the near future.

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Rosati's Chicago Pizza is coming to Ellsworth & Riggs

Rosati's Chicago Pizza, known for its deep-dish and Chicago-style pies, is on the way to the Ellsworth and Riggs Roads area. It's on the town's Coming Soon list.

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Rusty Buckle Saloon is coming to downtown Queen Creek
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A country-themed saloon and restaurant is moving into the long-vacant former Oscar's Market building at Ellsworth and Ocotillo. It is the second location of the Apache Junction original, and the team is now pointing to January 2027 for opening.

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Salt & Straw ice cream is coming to Downtown Queen Creek

The Portland-based ice cream shop Salt & Straw is on the town's Coming Soon list for the Downtown area. Known for its creative small-batch flavors, it's planned to open in Queen Creek.

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Salted Wellness Studio is coming to Harvest Station

A wellness studio called Salted Wellness Studio is coming to the Harvest Station area near Rittenhouse and Combs. It's on the town's Coming Soon list.

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Sanctum Motor Club is coming to Riggs & Sossaman
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A private membership club of climate-controlled luxury vehicle suites is under construction at Summit View on the southeast corner of Riggs and Sossaman, opening January 2027 with rates from $1,495 a month.

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Shake Shack is coming to Downtown Queen Creek

The popular burger and shake spot Shake Shack is on the town's Coming Soon list for Downtown Queen Creek. It's planned for the area, so watch for it to open in the future.

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The Sicillian Son by Sal's is coming to Queen Creek

A new Italian spot, The Sicillian Son by Sal's, is planned near Power and Chandler Heights Roads. It's on the town's Coming Soon list.

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Skyline Ranch Marketplace is opening in waves at Hunt & Gary
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The 31-acre center at Hunt Highway and Gary Road is opening in waves: Ulta and Five Below opened in August 2026, Marshalls and HomeGoods open August 27, and In-N-Out, Chick-fil-A, PetSmart, EoS Fitness, and Cold Beers & Cheeseburgers are on the way.

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Snooze is coming to Downtown Queen Creek

Snooze, the breakfast and brunch spot, is planned for Downtown Queen Creek. It's on the town's Coming Soon list.

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[solidcore] is coming to Downtown Queen Creek

The boutique Pilates studio [solidcore] is on the way to Downtown Queen Creek. It's a low-impact, full-body workout on a reformer machine.

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Summit View is bringing shops and dining to Riggs & Sossaman
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A retail and dining center is going up on the southeast corner of Riggs and Sossaman: eight retail suites from 1,700 to 2,500 square feet, anchored by the Sanctum Motor Club, targeting early 2027.

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TruBowls is coming to Harvest Station

TruBowls, a spot for acai and smoothie bowls, is planned for the Harvest Station area near Rittenhouse and Combs roads. It's on the town's Coming Soon list.

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Zara Nail Bar is coming to Downtown Queen Creek

A new nail salon called Zara Nail Bar is on the way to the Downtown Queen Creek area. It's on the town's Coming Soon list.

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Zaxby's is coming to Signal Butte & Queen Creek

The chicken chain Zaxby's is planned for the southeast corner of Signal Butte Road and Queen Creek Road, part of the Madera development. It's on the town's Coming Soon list.

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Recently opened around town.

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Alexander Medical is now open near Signal Butte & Ocotillo

Alexander Medical has opened at the northwest corner of Signal Butte and Ocotillo roads. It's a new medical office serving Queen Creek residents.

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Amici Pizza is now open in Queen Creek

Amici Pizza has opened its doors in Queen Creek, adding another spot to grab a slice around town.

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Augment Wellness is now open near Power & Chandler Heights

Augment Wellness, a new wellness business, has opened near Power and Chandler Heights Roads.

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Better Buzz Coffee is now open near Gantzel & Combs

Better Buzz Coffee has opened at Gantzel (Ironwood) and Combs Roads, so you can grab your coffee there now.

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BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse is now open near Queen Creek & Ellsworth

BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse, the sit-down chain known for pizza and its Pizookie dessert, is now open near Queen Creek Road and Ellsworth Road.

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Busy Bees Daycare is now open in Queen Creek

Busy Bees Daycare has opened in Queen Creek, giving local families another childcare option.

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Cadence Running Company is now open near Gantzel & Combs

A running store called Cadence Running Company has opened near Gantzel (Ironwood) and Combs Roads.

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Dutch Bros is now open at Power & Chandler Heights

The popular drive-thru coffee spot Dutch Bros has opened near Power and Chandler Heights Roads. Stop by for coffee, energy drinks, and their signature blended drinks.

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Godfather's Pizza and EoS Fitness now open near Signal Butte & Queen Creek

Godfather's Pizza and EoS Fitness have both opened near Signal Butte and Queen Creek Roads. Stop by for a slice or a workout.

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Habit Burger Grill is now open near Queen Creek & Ellsworth

The Habit Burger Grill has opened near Queen Creek and Ellsworth Roads, so you've got a new spot for burgers and fries.

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J.Crew Factory is now open at Queen Creek Marketplace

The J.Crew Factory store has opened at Queen Creek Marketplace near Rittenhouse and Ellsworth Loop Roads. Stop in for clothing for the whole family.

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Lovet Pet Health Care is open near Signal Butte & Queen Creek Roads

Lovet Pet Health Care, a veterinary clinic, is now open near Signal Butte and Queen Creek Roads.

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Marco's Pizza is now open near Signal Butte & Queen Creek Roads

Marco's Pizza has opened at Signal Butte and Queen Creek Roads. You can grab pizza, subs, and more there now.

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Mattress Firm is now open near Gantzel & Combs

A Mattress Firm store has opened near Gantzel (Ironwood) and Combs Roads, so you can shop for mattresses and bedding close to home.

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McDonald's is now open at Gantzel & Combs

A new McDonald's has opened near Gantzel (Ironwood) and Combs Roads. Stop in for burgers, fries, and drive-thru favorites.

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Mountain America Credit Union is now open at Gantzel & Combs

A new Mountain America Credit Union branch has opened near Gantzel (Ironwood) and Combs Roads, giving locals another spot for banking.

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Mountainside Fitness is now open near Gantzel & Combs

A new Mountainside Fitness gym has opened near Gantzel (Ironwood) and Combs Roads, close to Target. Stop in if you're looking for a new place to work out.

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My Dr. Now open near Gantzel & Combs

My Dr. Now, a walk-in medical clinic, is now open near Gantzel (Ironwood) and Combs Roads.

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One Medical and Eggstasty now open at Queen Creek District

One Medical, a primary care clinic, and Eggstasty, a breakfast spot, are now open at Queen Creek District near Rittenhouse and Ellsworth Loop Roads.

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Ono Hawaiian BBQ is now open near Queen Creek & Ellsworth

Ono Hawaiian BBQ, serving Hawaiian plate lunches and barbecue, has opened near Queen Creek and Ellsworth Roads.

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Peach Cobbler Factory is now open near Gantzel & Combs

The Peach Cobbler Factory, a dessert shop serving warm cobblers and other sweet treats, has opened near Gantzel (Ironwood) and Combs Roads.

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Pecan Lake Entertainment brings a surf experience and The Pit House to Queen Creek

A new entertainment spot with a surf experience and The Pit House restaurant is now open near Riggs and Ellsworth Roads. It's part of the Pecan Lakes area and ready for visitors.

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The Sacred Pint / Queen Creek Barbecue Co. is now open downtown

The Sacred Pint and Queen Creek Barbecue Co. have opened in Downtown Queen Creek, bringing barbecue and a spot to grab a pint.

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Safeway, Farmer Boys and Culver's now open in Queen Creek

A Safeway grocery store, a Farmer Boys restaurant, and a Culver's are now open around Queen Creek. Stop in for groceries or a bite.

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Slick City Action Park is now open near Power & Rittenhouse

Slick City Action Park, an indoor slide and play attraction, has opened near Power and Rittenhouse Roads. It's a spot for families looking for indoor fun.

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Switch Brews Coffee House & Taproom is now open in Queen Creek

Switch Brews Coffee House & Taproom, a spot serving coffee by day and beer on tap, has opened in Queen Creek. Stop in for your morning cup or an evening pint.

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Thai Chili 2go is now open near Gantzel & Combs

Thai Chili 2go, a Thai restaurant, has opened near Gantzel (Ironwood) and Combs Roads. Stop in for takeout or a sit-down meal.

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Zara Nails and Sneaky Birds now open near Signal Butte & Queen Creek Roads

A new nail salon, Zara Nails, and a chicken spot, Sneaky Birds, are open near Signal Butte and Queen Creek Roads.

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In the Works 3

Rezonings, annexations, and early plans still moving through the town.

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New rental home community planned near Power & Germann
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A developer wants to build Summerwell Residences, a community of 150 single-family rental homes with a clubhouse and amenities, on about 17 acres just east of Power and Germann roads. The land is currently zoned for commercial use, so it would need to be rezoned for housing.

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Office parking lot expansion planned near Happy & Ellsworth
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A small piece of land north of Happy and Ellsworth roads would be rezoned to allow an expanded parking lot for the neighboring Carder Development office building. It's under review by the Planning & Zoning Commission.

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The Matheson is rising at Ellsworth Loop & Ocotillo
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A roughly 20,000-square-foot two-story office and retail building is under construction at the southeast corner of Ellsworth Loop and Ocotillo, anchored by Matheson Dentistry & Implant Center. It is part of the roughly $200 million wave of private investment reshaping downtown Queen Creek.

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