{"id":30573,"date":"2026-02-09T14:21:54","date_gmt":"2026-02-09T21:21:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/?p=30573"},"modified":"2026-02-09T14:22:07","modified_gmt":"2026-02-09T21:22:07","slug":"the-mission-expands-to-gilbert-with-new-epicenter-at-agritopia-location","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/grand-opening\/the-mission-expands-to-gilbert-with-new-epicenter-at-agritopia-location","title":{"rendered":"The Mission Expands to Gilbert with New Epicenter at Agritopia Location"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>One of the Valley\u2019s most well-known modern Latin dining destinations has officially arrived in the East Valley, as <a href=\"https:\/\/www.themissionaz.com\/\">The Mission<\/a> opened its newest location at Epicenter at Agritopia. Helmed by acclaimed Chef and Partner Matt Carter, the new restaurant marks the brand\u2019s third Valley outpost, introducing its signature ambiance, award-winning cuisine, and agave-forward cocktail program to Gilbert.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/09141914\/themissiongilbert_highres-1-1.jpg\"><img  loading=\"lazy\"  decoding=\"async\"  width=\"1024\"  height=\"683\"  src=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABAQMAAAAl21bKAAAAA1BMVEUAAP+KeNJXAAAAAXRSTlMAQObYZgAAAAlwSFlzAAAOxAAADsQBlSsOGwAAAApJREFUCNdjYAAAAAIAAeIhvDMAAAAASUVORK5CYII=\"  alt=\"\"  class=\"wp-image-30575 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\/2026\/02\/09141914\/themissiongilbert_highres-1-1-1024x683.jpg\"  data-pk-srcset=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/09141914\/themissiongilbert_highres-1-1-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/09141914\/themissiongilbert_highres-1-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/09141914\/themissiongilbert_highres-1-1-768x513.jpg 768w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/09141914\/themissiongilbert_highres-1-1-380x254.jpg 380w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/09141914\/themissiongilbert_highres-1-1-800x534.jpg 800w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/09141914\/themissiongilbert_highres-1-1-1160x774.jpg 1160w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/09141914\/themissiongilbert_highres-1-1-80x53.jpg 80w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/09141914\/themissiongilbert_highres-1-1.jpg 1500w\" ><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Images courtesy of The Mission<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The new restaurant reflects the unmistakable character that has defined The Mission experience, blending dramatic design elements with warm hospitality. Guests are welcomed by rich wood accents, a Himalayan salt brick wall, and a layered interior that transitions from a lighter, enclosed front dining space to a darker, more intimate main dining room and bar reminiscent of the Old Town location. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/09141931\/themission_highres-92.jpg\"><img  loading=\"lazy\"  decoding=\"async\"  width=\"1024\"  height=\"683\"  src=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABAQMAAAAl21bKAAAAA1BMVEUAAP+KeNJXAAAAAXRSTlMAQObYZgAAAAlwSFlzAAAOxAAADsQBlSsOGwAAAApJREFUCNdjYAAAAAIAAeIhvDMAAAAASUVORK5CYII=\"  alt=\"\"  class=\"wp-image-30577 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\/2026\/02\/09141931\/themission_highres-92-1024x683.jpg\"  data-pk-srcset=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/09141931\/themission_highres-92-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/09141931\/themission_highres-92-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/09141931\/themission_highres-92-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/09141931\/themission_highres-92-380x253.jpg 380w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/09141931\/themission_highres-92-800x533.jpg 800w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/09141931\/themission_highres-92-1160x773.jpg 1160w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/09141931\/themission_highres-92-80x53.jpg 80w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/09141931\/themission_highres-92.jpg 1500w\" ><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The space, designed by architectural duo Mendil + Meyer, also features a bar with seating for 20, two high-top community tables ideal for group gatherings, and a private dining room accommodating up to 40 guests with full audiovisual capabilities for celebrations and business events.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/09141922\/themission_highres-82.jpg\"><img  loading=\"lazy\"  decoding=\"async\"  width=\"1024\"  height=\"683\"  src=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABAQMAAAAl21bKAAAAA1BMVEUAAP+KeNJXAAAAAXRSTlMAQObYZgAAAAlwSFlzAAAOxAAADsQBlSsOGwAAAApJREFUCNdjYAAAAAIAAeIhvDMAAAAASUVORK5CYII=\"  alt=\"\"  class=\"wp-image-30576 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\/2026\/02\/09141922\/themission_highres-82-1024x683.jpg\"  data-pk-srcset=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/09141922\/themission_highres-82-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/09141922\/themission_highres-82-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/09141922\/themission_highres-82-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/09141922\/themission_highres-82-380x253.jpg 380w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/09141922\/themission_highres-82-800x533.jpg 800w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/09141922\/themission_highres-82-1160x773.jpg 1160w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/09141922\/themission_highres-82-80x53.jpg 80w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/09141922\/themission_highres-82.jpg 1500w\" ><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The Mission\u2019s celebrated culinary offerings remain, with guests able to enjoy daily house-made tortillas, the iconic tableside guacamole, and signature dishes including pozole and the roasted pork shoulder tacos for two. Weekend brunch plans are also in the works, with offerings such as the \u201cWhole Roasted Pig Out\u201d brunch feast expected to become a highlight. Over time, the culinary team will introduce additional menu items.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/09141937\/themission_highres-88.jpg\"><img  loading=\"lazy\"  decoding=\"async\"  width=\"1024\"  height=\"683\"  src=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABAQMAAAAl21bKAAAAA1BMVEUAAP+KeNJXAAAAAXRSTlMAQObYZgAAAAlwSFlzAAAOxAAADsQBlSsOGwAAAApJREFUCNdjYAAAAAIAAeIhvDMAAAAASUVORK5CYII=\"  alt=\"\"  class=\"wp-image-30578 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\/2026\/02\/09141937\/themission_highres-88-1024x683.jpg\"  data-pk-srcset=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/09141937\/themission_highres-88-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/09141937\/themission_highres-88-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/09141937\/themission_highres-88-768x513.jpg 768w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/09141937\/themission_highres-88-380x254.jpg 380w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/09141937\/themission_highres-88-800x534.jpg 800w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/09141937\/themission_highres-88-1160x774.jpg 1160w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/09141937\/themission_highres-88-80x53.jpg 80w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/09141937\/themission_highres-88.jpg 1500w\" ><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The beverage program will showcase The Mission\u2019s renowned agave-focused approach, featuring a curated selection of tequila- and mezcal-driven cocktails, craft beverages, and an extensive wine list.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/09141941\/themissiongilbert_highres-4.jpg\"><img  loading=\"lazy\"  decoding=\"async\"  width=\"1024\"  height=\"683\"  src=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABAQMAAAAl21bKAAAAA1BMVEUAAP+KeNJXAAAAAXRSTlMAQObYZgAAAAlwSFlzAAAOxAAADsQBlSsOGwAAAApJREFUCNdjYAAAAAIAAeIhvDMAAAAASUVORK5CYII=\"  alt=\"\"  class=\"wp-image-30579 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\/2026\/02\/09141941\/themissiongilbert_highres-4-1024x683.jpg\"  data-pk-srcset=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/09141941\/themissiongilbert_highres-4-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/09141941\/themissiongilbert_highres-4-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/09141941\/themissiongilbert_highres-4-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/09141941\/themissiongilbert_highres-4-380x253.jpg 380w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/09141941\/themissiongilbert_highres-4-800x533.jpg 800w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/09141941\/themissiongilbert_highres-4-1160x773.jpg 1160w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/09141941\/themissiongilbert_highres-4-80x53.jpg 80w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/09141941\/themissiongilbert_highres-4.jpg 1500w\" ><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cWe\u2019re beyond thrilled to finally open our doors in the East Valley with our very first Gilbert location,\u201d Chef Matt Carter said. \u201cThis has been a long time coming, and we\u2019ve already felt an incredible amount of excitement and support from the community. We can\u2019t wait to share The Mission experience with guests and create a space where people can come together and celebrate.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Mission Gilbert is now open daily for lunch and dinner, with hours running Sunday through Thursday from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. and Friday through Saturday from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m., with weekend brunch expected to launch soon. Learn more at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.themissionaz.com\/\">themissionaz.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"The Mission brings its signature ambiance, bold flavors, and agave-forward cocktails to the East Valley.\n","protected":false},"author":23,"featured_media":30574,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_monsterinsights_skip_tracking":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_active":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_note":"","_monsterinsights_sitenote_category":0,"footnotes":""},"categories":[17226],"tags":[2877,17177,4971,5748,14573],"class_list":{"0":"post-30573","1":"post","2":"type-post","3":"status-publish","4":"format-standard","5":"has-post-thumbnail","7":"category-grand-opening","8":"tag-chef-matt-carter","9":"tag-epicenter-at-agritopia","10":"tag-featured","11":"tag-gilbert","12":"tag-the-mission","13":"cs-entry","14":"cs-video-wrap"},"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO 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