Nook Kitchen, a Phoenix-based restaurant known for its Modern American fare rooted in Italian traditions, is set to open a new location at The Gilmore, a 35-acre mixed-use development, located at the northwest corner of Val Vista Drive and Germann Road, just off Loop 202 in Gilbert.
The restaurant, led by Chef Arturo Garino, will feature a menu built on made-from-scratch ingredients and signature dishes, including arancini, handmade pasta, espresso-rubbed filet, and Nonna’s meatballs. Nook’s celebrated Neapolitan-style pizzas, crafted in a custom-made Acunto M. Napoli oven imported from Italy, will also be featured, served in both red and white varieties.
The original Nook Kitchen is located in Phoenix’s Arcadia neighborhood and is known for its cozy yet upscale atmosphere. Whether it’s a booth for catching up with friends, a gently lit corner for a special night out, or a community table for family gatherings, Nook offers a warm and inviting setting for guests. The restaurant emphasizes high-quality ingredients, comforting cocktails, and exceptional service.
Thompson Thrift, a full-service real estate company engaged in multifamily, mixed-use, industrial, and commercial projects across the country, hosted a groundbreaking ceremony on April 30 for The Gilmore, according to a press release. The Gilmore will include approximately 200,000 square feet of grocery, restaurant, and retail space, 300 luxury apartment homes, and a hotel.
More than 25 leases have been signed so far, including Safeway, Better Buzz Coffee, Handel’s Ice Cream, Outcast Doughnuts, Jersey Mike’s, Sweathouz, Rebel Wine Lounge, Square 1 Food Hall, Phantom Fox Brewery, Level 1 Arcade, Woof Gang Bakery, and Over Easy. Retailers are expected to begin opening in the second half of 2026, with the first residents moving into The Residences at The Gilmore in early 2027. The residential portion will comprise 300 apartment homes, available in studio, one-, two-, and three-bedroom layouts.
