Difference between revisions of "Gilbert"

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Gilbert [1] is a Town in the Greater Phoenix region of Arizona. It has a population of more than 170,000. It is currently the 24th safest city in the United States with populations over 75,000. Recently it was the fastest growing city in the United States, as well.

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• Cosmo Dog Park, 2502 E. Ray Road, [2]. 5:30am=10pm. One of the best dog parks in the nation. Lake for the dogs to play in. Separate areas for active and timid dogs. Ramadas, tables and benches available. Lighted for use at night. free.  edit
• Riparian Preserve at Water Ranch, 2757 E. Guadalupe Road (just east of Southeast Library), [3]. sunrise - sunset. Walking paths through a series of ponds. Bring your camera, several hundred different types of birds come here every year. The park also contains an observatory, dinosaur find and archeology find areas. Year-round fishing at the Water Ranch Lake (permits required). free.  edit

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• Gilbert Historical Museum, 10 S. Gilbert Rd (SW corner of Gilbert and Elliot Rds), [4]. 9am-4pm. Variety of exhibits centered around the founding and growth of the Town of Gilbert. $5 adults - $4 seniors - $3 children - under 5 free.  edit
• Hale Centre Theatre, 50 W. Page Ave, ☎ 480-497-1181, [5]. Theatre-in-the-round. Does a season with plays, musicals and children's theatre. Prices vary. Special group rates are available.  edit

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• Aeropostale (San Tan Village Shopping Center), (Williams Field and Market), ☎ 480-812=2117, [6]. Specialty clothing for teens.  edit
• Aldo, San Tan Village Shopping Center (Williams Field and Market), ☎ 480-812-4805, [7]. Affordable footwear and leather goods. Moderate.  edit
• AllTel, San Tan Village Urban Center (Williams Field and Market), ☎ 480-722-7540, [8]. Alltel wireless phone center. Various plans available.  edit
• American Eagle Outfitters, San Tan Village Shopping Center (Williams Field and Market), ☎ 480-917-6975, [9]. Affordable casual clothing. moderate.  edit
• Anchor Blue, San Tan Village Shopping Center (Williams Field and Market), ☎ 480-782-1434, [10]. Affordable urbanwear. affordable.  edit
• Ann Taylor, San Tan Village Shopping Center (Williams Field and Market), ☎ 480-857-0425, [11]. Women's apparel. Complete wardrobe available. Medium.  edit
• Ann Taylor Loft, San Tan Village Shopping Center (Williams Field and Market), ☎ 480-855-1512, [12]. Value priced Ann Taylor products. value.  edit
• Apple Store, SanTan Village Shopping Center (Williams Field and Market), ☎ 480-8477, [13]. Specializing in Apple computer products. various.  edit
• AT&T, SanTan Village Shopping Center (Williams Field and Market), ☎ 480-857-2403, [14]. AT&T wireless products and services. various.  edit

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• Farm House Restaurant 228 N Gilbert Rd., (480) 926-0676‎. Fresh breakfasts served daily. Many travelers go out of their way to make a stop here.
• Liberty Market, 230 N. Gilbert Rd, ☎ (480) 892-1900, [15]. Serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. Local favorite. No reservations. Moderately priced. Restrooms are a must see.  edit
• Joe's Real Barbeque (Joe's Real BBQ), 301 N. Gilbert Rd, ☎ 480-503-3805, [16]. 11am-9pm. Great bbq, atmosphere. Another local favorite. No reservations but plenty of room both indoors and out. Excellent value for the price. Can handle parties of almost any size. Take out and catering. moderate.  edit
• Joe's Farm Grill, 3000 Ray Road, ☎ 480-563-4745, [17]. 7am-9pm. American food using vegetables grown on the farm. Featured on the Food Network. Built on an existing farm, they left the gigantic cottonwood trees which makes eating outdoors a real pleasure. Portions are large. moderate.  edit
• Flancers Cafe, 610 N. Gilbert Rd, ☎ 480-926-9077. Without question the best sandwiches in Gilbert. Take-out available. You can also buy their famous bread to take home and make your own sandwiches. moderate.  edit
• Lulu's Taco Shop, 610 N. Gilbert Rd, ☎ 480-545-8219. Mexican. Some of the best Mexican food in Gilbert. Open for breakfast and lunch. Excellent breakfast burritos.  edit
• Some Burros!, Market Street and Williams Field Rd, ☎ 480-497-TACO, [18]. 10:30am-10pm. Excellent portion sizes for exceptional food. Family owned and run business with four locations in the Valley. Macha burros are always a favorite. Dining indoors or out. Takeout available. Moderate pricing.  edit
• Euro Cafe (Romeo's Euro Cafe), 207 N. Gilbert Rd. Suite 105 (Entrance is at rear of building), ☎ 480-962-4224, [19]. 10am-11pm. International and eclectic foods. Excellent wine list. Offers food and wine pairing and wine makers dinners for $45 a person, reservations required in advance. Excellent dessert menu. Caters. Moderate pricing.  edit
• Phoenicia Cafe II (Phoenicia Cafe), 1150 S. Gilbert Rd, Ste 104 (across from City Hall), ☎ 480-503-4976, [20]. 7am-11am Tues-Sat 8am-1pm Sun. Greek and Mediterranean food. Excellent lunch menu with buffet. Now serving breakfast. Also have a Tempe location. Take out available. moderate.  edit
• Waldo's BBQ, 2743 S. Market St Ste 111 (San Tan Plaza), ☎ 480-807-1645, [21]. Specializes is BBQ ribs but is famous for all things BBQ. Take-out and catering available. Original location still in Mesa, Az. Famous for its wall decor as well. A local favorite. Moderate.  edit
• Liberty Market, 230 N Gilbert Rd, ☎ (480) 892-1900, [22]. Serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. Take-out available. American food, moderately priced. Restrooms are a must see.  edit
• In-N-Out Burger, 2449 S. Market Street (Williams Field and Market), ☎ 800=786-1000. 10:30am-1am. American fast food but freshly cooked. You can watch them cut the potatoes for the french fries. Great food for the price. Cooked to order. Takeout as well. Child friendly. moderate.  edit
• Oregano's Pizza Bistro, 328 N. Gilbert Road, ☎ 480-882-9336, [23]. 11am-10pm. Excellent pizza and other Italian foods. Pizzas range from 12" to 18" for thin crust. Stuffed pizzas are 8" to 12" Large variety of styles of pizzas and toppings. Will deliver for large parties. Takeout available. moderate.  edit
• J K Chinese Gourmet, 2540 S. Val Vista Dr. #106. Great food, excellent service. Hidden in a smaller shopping center, but worth the visit. Takeout available. moderate.  edit
• Country Cottage Cafe and Gift Shop (at JD's Homestead), 323 S. Gilbert Rd #107, ☎ 480-726-7673, [24]. 8am-3pm M-F 9am-2pm SS. American food with a home made atmosphere. Soups and sandwiches for lunch. Every Wednesday is $1 cookie day. The decor is must-see. moderate.  edit
• Logan's Roadhouse, 2649 S. Market St., ☎ 480-722-0412, [25]. 11am-10pm Sun-Thur 11am-11pm Fri-Sat. American. Large portions. Mid-week specials. Unlimited peanuts. Moderate for fare.  edit
• Serrano's Mexican Restaurant, 959 N. Val Vista, ☎ 480-507-5027, [26]. The Gilbert version of the famous Chandler landmark Mexican restaurant. Locally owned. Local favorite. $5 lunch specials during the week. moderate.  edit
• Yao Chinese Cuisine, 2487 S. Gilbert #102 (Gilbert Rd and Williams Field Rd), ☎ 480-899-0308, [27]. One of the top 100 Chinese restaurants in America. Extensive Chinese menu. Lunch specials. Moderate.  edit
• Auntie Anne's, SanTan Shopping Center (Williams Field and Market), ☎ 480-722-9960, [28]. Pretzels and pretzel products. moderate.  edit
• Pier Fish X Chips, 263 E. Warner Road #105 (Life Time Fitness Center Plaza), ☎ 480-633-3530, [29]. Tues-Sat 10am-9pm. Wide variety of fish and chicken dishes. Includes a breakfast menu. Specials. very reasonable.  edit
• Pita Jungle, 1431 E. Williams Field Rd. Ste. 101 (Williams Field and Val Vista), ☎ 480-814-2535, [30]. Healthy foods. Catering. Extensive menu and friendly service. moderate.  edit

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