California's Wood Ranch BBQ & Grill is bringing its first Arizona location to 2218 E. Williams Field Road at SanTan Village, What Now Phoenix reports. Co-owner Eric Anders says it is expected to open in early fall 2027. The chain is known for smoked brisket, ribs and oak-grilled steaks.
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Roka Akor, the contemporary Japanese robata grill, plans its second Arizona restaurant in Gilbert, targeting late spring or early summer 2027, per What Now Phoenix. Expect Japanese Wagyu, seafood and vegetables off the robata, plus sushi, sashimi and shareable plates.
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Heritage Park at Gilbert Road and Juniper Avenue named its first five tenants: Popup Bagels with its first Arizona location, La La Land's first East Valley cafe, a second Valley Hudson House, Salt & Straw ice cream and a Solidcore studio. Buildings are now fully enclosed, and the residences are slated for spring 2027.
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Mother Nature's Farm, 1663 E. Baseline Road, opens its Fall Festival Sept. 26 and runs daily through Nov. 1, 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Admission is $15 for guests under 42 inches and $17 for taller guests, which includes the Mega Slide; babies under 1 are free. Hayrides, a corn pit, a straw bale maze, farm animals and pumpkins from an ounce to 500 pounds. Cards are accepted at the gate with a fee, but everything inside is cash only.
