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Town in Maricopa County, Arizona
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Gilbert is in the southeast valley of the Greater Phoenix region of Arizona. With a population of 270,000 (2021 est.) it is the largest town in the US. people. Once a railway town and the "Hay Capital of the World", Gilbert is now a diverse suburban center, retaining its agricultural and railroad history and celebrating its "small town" feel.
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Lake for the dogs to play in. Separate areas for active and timid dogs. Ramadas, tables and benches available. Lighted for use at night. Named for Cosmo, the first police dog in Gilbert.
An 88-acre park with amusement rides and mini-railroad, picnic tables and grills, skate park, basketball and tennis courts, sand volleyball courts, softball fields and lakes stocked for fishing. The park was named for the discovery of fossils of a Columbian Mammoth near the site during construction.
Attractions includeː 4,000-sq-ft splash pad; 17-foot-tall playground with climbing, slides and a zip-line; sports courts: basketball, pickleball, sand volleyball, tennis (all first-come first-serve).
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).
Water Tower Plaza and Park
Small park in downtown Gilbert with splash pad. Historic Adobe Pump House, originally Gilbert's first jail.
Market offers a wide variety of locally grown produce from nearby farms and many local Arizona food producers. Over 60 vendors during summer, over 100 vendors in fall/spring.
Variety of exhibits about the founding and growth of the Town of Gilbert.
Theatre-in-the-round. Does a season with plays, musicals and children's theatre. Prices vary. Special group rates are available.
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.
Fresh breakfasts served daily. Many travelers go out of their way to make a stop here. Seating first-come first-served; does not accept reservations.
Great sandwiches. Take-out available. You can also buy their famous bread to take home and make your own sandwiches.
Great food, excellent service. Hidden in a smaller shopping center, but worth the visit. Takeout available.
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.
Joe's Real BBQ
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.
Serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. Local favorite. Restrooms are a must see.
Mexican. Some of the best Mexican food in Gilbert. Excellent breakfast burritos.
at Western Skies Golf Club
A neighborhood bar & grill.
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. Multiple locations across Arizona.
Greek and Mediterranean food. Excellent lunch menu with buffet. Now serving breakfast. Also have a Tempe location. Take out available.
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. Multiple locations across Arizona.
Thai food made with authentic ingredients.
Specializes is BBQ ribs but is famous for all things BBQ. Take-out and catering available. Original location still in neighboring Mesa. Famous for its wall decor as well. A local favorite.
One of the top 100 Chinese restaurants in America. Extensive Chinese menu. Lunch specials.
Country bar with American cuisine and nightlife
Has a selection of beer, whiskey, and cigars.
password entry required; check web site
A speakeasy complete with password entry (check web site)
near San Tan Village; about 10 miles (16 km) to Phoenix-Mesa Gateway airport
Free Wi-Fi, free parking. On-site restaurant. Fitness Center, outdoor pool. Room service. Pet friendly.
near San Tan Village; about 10 miles (16 km) to Phoenix-Mesa Gateway airport
Free breakfast, free Wi-Fi, free parking. Fitness center, outdoor pool. Pet friendly.
2½ miles (4 km) to Phoenix-Mesa Gateway airport
Free breakfast, free Wi-Fi, free parking. Fitness center, outdoor pool. Pet friendly.
near San Tan Village; about 10 miles (16 km) to Phoenix-Mesa Gateway airport
Free breakfast, free Wi-Fi, free parking. Fitness center, outdoor pool. Pet friendly.
near San Tan Village; about 10 miles (16 km) to Phoenix-Mesa Gateway airport
Free breakfast, free Wi-Fi, free parking. On-site restaurant, fitness center, outdoor pool. Pet friendly.
near San Tan Village; about 10 miles (16 km) to Phoenix-Mesa Gateway airport
The rooms are kind of small. Free breakfast, free Wi-Fi, free parking. Fitness center, outdoor pool. Pet friendly.
SanTan Mall
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Gilbert is primarily served by one area freeway - the "Santan Freeway" portion of Loop 202.
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