Outcast Doughnuts, a creative dessert and brunch spot known for its innovative layered croissant-style doughnuts, savory sandwiches, and playful atmosphere, is getting ready to open a new location in Gilbert, located at the northwest corner of Val Vista Drive and Germann Road, just off Loop 202.
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, a 35-acre mixed-use development in the Phoenix suburb of Gilbert. During the event, visitors enjoyed project highlights, heard from Gilbert Mayor Scott Anderson and Thompson Thrift team members, and gathered to witness the ceremonial groundbreaking, followed by networking and refreshments with treats provided by future tenant Outcast Doughnuts.
“The Gilmore’s groundbreaking is an exciting milestone that brings our vision one step closer to reality,” Ashlee Boyd, managing partner of Thompson Thrift Commercial, said in a press release. “With a thoughtful blend of residential, retail, and public spaces, this development is designed to meet the evolving needs of the community while becoming a vibrant destination for the region.”
The Gilmore is strategically positioned in the heart of the Southeast Valley and will provide 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 a 64,000-square-foot Safeway, as well as Better Buzz Coffee, Handel’s Ice Cream, Jersey Mike’s, Sweathouz, Rebel Wine Lounge, Square 1 Food Hall, Nook Kitchen, Phantom Fox Brewery, Level 1 Arcade, Woof Gang Bakery and Over Easy.
“The Gilmore will be a shining example of the thoughtful, community-focused developments we welcome here in Gilbert,” Gilbert Mayor Scott Anderson said in a press release. “We’re proud to partner with Thompson Thrift on a project that not only brings high-quality housing and dynamic retail to our town, but also reflects the spirit of connection and innovation that makes Gilbert such a special place to live, work, and grow.”
The company expects retailers to begin opening in the latter half of 2026, with the first resident move-ins for The Residences at The Gilmore scheduled to start in early 2027. When the new Outcast Doughnuts opens, customers can expect the same croissant-style doughnuts and creative brunch menu featured at the original Mesa location, which opened in 2023 at 104 W Main St, Suite 103. Popular items like the Happy Camper doughnut and the Bandito breakfast sandwich will be available, along with coffee, craft cocktails, and Donecones.
