{"id":28433,"date":"2025-01-02T06:00:00","date_gmt":"2025-01-02T13:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/?p=28433"},"modified":"2024-12-30T11:12:59","modified_gmt":"2024-12-30T18:12:59","slug":"epicenter-at-agritopia-announces-the-mission-to-open-in-2025","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/phoenix-food-and-restaurant-news\/epicenter-at-agritopia-announces-the-mission-to-open-in-2025","title":{"rendered":"Epicenter at Agritopia Announces The Mission to Open in 2025"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/epicenteratagritopia.com\/\">Epicenter at Agritopia<\/a>, an award-winning mixed-use community in Gilbert, has exciting news for food enthusiasts. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.themissionaz.com\/\">The Mission<\/a>, a renowned modern Latin restaurant led by acclaimed <a href=\"https:\/\/www.chefmattcarter.com\/\">Chef Matt Carter<\/a>, is set to open its third location at Epicenter in late 2025. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The eatery will replace <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bellyphx.com\/\">Belly Kitchen &amp; Bar<\/a>, whose owners have decided to pursue new restaurant ventures in Phoenix, with both parties expressing mutual respect for the transition.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/30110825\/Brian-Raab-Chef-Matt-Carter-The-Mission-Joe-Johsnton-Founder-Agritopia-Robert-Cissell-Belly-Kitchen-Bar.jpg\"><img  loading=\"lazy\"  decoding=\"async\"  width=\"1024\"  height=\"683\"  src=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABAQMAAAAl21bKAAAAA1BMVEUAAP+KeNJXAAAAAXRSTlMAQObYZgAAAAlwSFlzAAAOxAAADsQBlSsOGwAAAApJREFUCNdjYAAAAAIAAeIhvDMAAAAASUVORK5CYII=\"  alt=\"\"  class=\"wp-image-28435 pk-lazyload\"  data-pk-sizes=\"auto\"  data-ls-sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"  data-pk-src=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/30110825\/Brian-Raab-Chef-Matt-Carter-The-Mission-Joe-Johsnton-Founder-Agritopia-Robert-Cissell-Belly-Kitchen-Bar-1024x683.jpg\"  data-pk-srcset=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/30110825\/Brian-Raab-Chef-Matt-Carter-The-Mission-Joe-Johsnton-Founder-Agritopia-Robert-Cissell-Belly-Kitchen-Bar-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/30110825\/Brian-Raab-Chef-Matt-Carter-The-Mission-Joe-Johsnton-Founder-Agritopia-Robert-Cissell-Belly-Kitchen-Bar-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/30110825\/Brian-Raab-Chef-Matt-Carter-The-Mission-Joe-Johsnton-Founder-Agritopia-Robert-Cissell-Belly-Kitchen-Bar-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/30110825\/Brian-Raab-Chef-Matt-Carter-The-Mission-Joe-Johsnton-Founder-Agritopia-Robert-Cissell-Belly-Kitchen-Bar-380x253.jpg 380w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/30110825\/Brian-Raab-Chef-Matt-Carter-The-Mission-Joe-Johsnton-Founder-Agritopia-Robert-Cissell-Belly-Kitchen-Bar-800x533.jpg 800w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/30110825\/Brian-Raab-Chef-Matt-Carter-The-Mission-Joe-Johsnton-Founder-Agritopia-Robert-Cissell-Belly-Kitchen-Bar-1160x773.jpg 1160w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/30110825\/Brian-Raab-Chef-Matt-Carter-The-Mission-Joe-Johsnton-Founder-Agritopia-Robert-Cissell-Belly-Kitchen-Bar-80x53.jpg 80w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/30110825\/Brian-Raab-Chef-Matt-Carter-The-Mission-Joe-Johsnton-Founder-Agritopia-Robert-Cissell-Belly-Kitchen-Bar.jpg 1500w\" ><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Brian Raab, Chef Matt Carter, Joe Johnston and Robert Cissell<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cWe are grateful for everything Belly has brought to our community and wish its owners every success in their next chapter. At the same time, we\u2019re thrilled to welcome The Mission, a restaurant we\u2019ve admired for years,\u201d Joe Johnston, Founder of Johnston &amp; Co. \u2013 the company behind Agritopia \u2013 said. \u201cThe Mission embodies a concept driven by passion, backed by strong business acumen, and committed to delivering a distinctive dining experience. We know they\u2019ll bring something truly special to Epicenter.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Mission, known for its bold Latin flavors and vibrant atmosphere, will bring signature dishes like house-made tortillas, famous Mission Guacamole prepared tableside, and the unforgettable \u201cWhole Roasted Pig Out\u201d weekend brunch experience, which is an all-you-can-eat affair. The new location will also feature an agave-centric bar, offering craft cocktails that have become synonymous with The Mission brand.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/30110841\/Credit-Grace-Stufkosky-1.jpg\"><img  loading=\"lazy\"  decoding=\"async\"  width=\"1024\"  height=\"683\"  src=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABAQMAAAAl21bKAAAAA1BMVEUAAP+KeNJXAAAAAXRSTlMAQObYZgAAAAlwSFlzAAAOxAAADsQBlSsOGwAAAApJREFUCNdjYAAAAAIAAeIhvDMAAAAASUVORK5CYII=\"  alt=\"\"  class=\"wp-image-28436 pk-lazyload\"  data-pk-sizes=\"auto\"  data-ls-sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"  data-pk-src=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/30110841\/Credit-Grace-Stufkosky-1-1024x683.jpg\"  data-pk-srcset=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/30110841\/Credit-Grace-Stufkosky-1-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/30110841\/Credit-Grace-Stufkosky-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/30110841\/Credit-Grace-Stufkosky-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/30110841\/Credit-Grace-Stufkosky-1-380x253.jpg 380w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/30110841\/Credit-Grace-Stufkosky-1-800x533.jpg 800w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/30110841\/Credit-Grace-Stufkosky-1-1160x773.jpg 1160w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/30110841\/Credit-Grace-Stufkosky-1-80x53.jpg 80w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/30110841\/Credit-Grace-Stufkosky-1.jpg 1500w\" ><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Photo: Grace Stufkosky<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Chef Carter, business partner Brian Raab, and their team expressed their excitement about the move:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u00a0\u201cWe\u2019ve always admired the vision behind Epicenter at Agritopia. We were excited by its potential when we first explored joining the project, but the timing wasn\u2019t right then. We\u2019re thrilled that it has come together now,\u201d Carter said. \u201cExpanding The Mission to this incredible location is the perfect next step for us. We can\u2019t wait to share our passion for Latin cuisine with the Gilbert community.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/30110851\/Pumpkin-Bread-Pudding-2.jpg\"><img  loading=\"lazy\"  decoding=\"async\"  width=\"1024\"  height=\"819\"  src=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABAQMAAAAl21bKAAAAA1BMVEUAAP+KeNJXAAAAAXRSTlMAQObYZgAAAAlwSFlzAAAOxAAADsQBlSsOGwAAAApJREFUCNdjYAAAAAIAAeIhvDMAAAAASUVORK5CYII=\"  alt=\"\"  class=\"wp-image-28437 pk-lazyload\"  data-pk-sizes=\"auto\"  data-ls-sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"  data-pk-src=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/30110851\/Pumpkin-Bread-Pudding-2-1024x819.jpg\"  data-pk-srcset=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/30110851\/Pumpkin-Bread-Pudding-2-1024x819.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/30110851\/Pumpkin-Bread-Pudding-2-300x240.jpg 300w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/30110851\/Pumpkin-Bread-Pudding-2-768x614.jpg 768w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/30110851\/Pumpkin-Bread-Pudding-2-380x304.jpg 380w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/30110851\/Pumpkin-Bread-Pudding-2-800x640.jpg 800w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/30110851\/Pumpkin-Bread-Pudding-2-1160x928.jpg 1160w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/30110851\/Pumpkin-Bread-Pudding-2-80x64.jpg 80w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/30110851\/Pumpkin-Bread-Pudding-2.jpg 1500w\" ><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Photo: Grace Stufkosky<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cWe\u2019ve loved being part of the Epicenter community and are incredibly proud of what our team has built here,\u201d Robert Cissell, owner of Belly Kitchen &amp; Bar, said. \u201cWe\u2019re excited for what\u2019s next and are confident that The Mission will be a fantastic addition to this community.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When <a href=\"https:\/\/www.themissionaz.com\/\">The Mission<\/a> opens in late 2025, it will feature a redesigned space with expanded seating, a refreshed mission-style storefront, and an inviting bar area. The restaurant will offer lunch, dinner, and weekend brunch, creating an all-day destination for food lovers in the area. 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