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Trader Joe's plans two more Phoenix stores
Openings/What Now Phoenix/Jun 5, 2026

Trader Joe's plans two more Phoenix stores

Trader Joe's is preparing two additional Phoenix locations, one on East Thomas Road and another at Desert Ridge Marketplace. The chain already operates more than 20 stores across Arizona.

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Black Rock Coffee Bar adds three Arizona shops
News/What Now Phoenix/Jun 5, 2026

Black Rock Coffee Bar adds three Arizona shops

Black Rock Coffee Bar is preparing openings in Glendale, Chandler and Prescott Valley. The first shop is expected in June, with two more planned for July.

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Atashi Yokocho planned for Scottsdale development
News/What Now Phoenix/Jun 5, 2026

Atashi Yokocho planned for Scottsdale development

Atashi Yokocho is planned for The Sydney at 7339 E. McDonald Drive in Scottsdale. The Japanese inspired dining project is expected to open in 2028 with about 15 restaurant concepts.

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Luna Grill plans three more Phoenix area restaurants
News/What Now Phoenix/Jun 5, 2026

Luna Grill plans three more Phoenix area restaurants

Luna Grill expects to open at least three more restaurants in the Phoenix area before the end of 2026. The planned locations include Tempe, Avondale and north Phoenix.

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Grandioso targets mid July opening on Grand Avenue
News/What Now Phoenix/Jun 5, 2026

Grandioso targets mid July opening on Grand Avenue

Grandioso is planned for 1227 Grand Ave in Phoenix, with Justin Piazza aiming for a summer opening. The bar focused restaurant will serve several pizza styles along with drinks, wings, appetizers and panino sandwiches.

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Angry Crab Shack opens Chandler restaurant June 11
News/What Now Phoenix/Jun 5, 2026

Angry Crab Shack opens Chandler restaurant June 11

Angry Crab Shack is opening a new restaurant at 3033 S. Gilbert Road in Chandler. The June 11 celebration will include a spicy wing contest, children's activities and local nonprofit support.

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Crust Simply Italian looks at Avondale and Surprise for future growth
Openings/What Now Phoenix/May 29, 2026

Crust Simply Italian looks at Avondale and Surprise for future growth

Crust Simply Italian is considering future restaurants in Avondale and Surprise. The Arizona brand has already opened in Peoria this year and is still moving ahead with its Mesa project at The Grid.

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Bikini Q BBQ aims for first permanent Phoenix restaurant in early 2027
Openings/What Now Phoenix/May 29, 2026

Bikini Q BBQ aims for first permanent Phoenix restaurant in early 2027

Bikini Q BBQ is working toward its first permanent restaurant in early 2027. Until then, Veronica Hansen's barbecue business continues to serve from a food truck at 3220 W. Bell Rd. in Phoenix.

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Pinnacle Brewing plans Downtown Mesa taproom and kitchen for 2027
Openings/What Now Phoenix/May 29, 2026

Pinnacle Brewing plans Downtown Mesa taproom and kitchen for 2027

Pinnacle Brewing plans to open its second Valley location at 104 W. Main St. in Downtown Mesa in 2027. The Scottsdale brewery says the new site will pair its beers with a food program to be announced later.

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Project LeanNation eyes a summer debut in Peoria
Openings/What Now Phoenix/May 29, 2026

Project LeanNation eyes a summer debut in Peoria

Project LeanNation Lake Pleasant is under construction at 9785 W. Happy Valley Road in Peoria and is waiting on final city approvals. Kyle and Courtney Bridges plan to offer prepared meals, body scans, and nutrition coaching from the new shop.

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Panda Express opens new Goodyear restaurant on West Yuma Road
Openings/What Now Phoenix/May 29, 2026

Panda Express opens new Goodyear restaurant on West Yuma Road

Panda Express has opened at 17211 W Yuma Road in Goodyear. The May 22 launch included a ribbon cutting, free shirts for the first 88 guests, and a $1,000 donation to Agua Fria Food & Clothing Bank.

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Wagyu House plans first Arizona restaurant at Chandler Fashion Center
Openings/What Now Phoenix/May 29, 2026

Wagyu House plans first Arizona restaurant at Chandler Fashion Center

Wagyu House is planning a 2027 opening at Chandler Fashion Center in the former Kona Grill space. The restaurant at 3111 W. Chandler Blvd. would be the brand's first Arizona location.

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