MUTTS Canine Cantina in Gilbert...Still Coming Soon.

If you’ve been wondering what’s happening with that dog-lovers paradise headed to Gilbert—yes, it’s still coming. And yes, it’s absolutely worth getting excited about again.

MUTTS Canine Cantina, the Texas-born concept that’s part dog park, part bar & grill, is setting up shop right next to SanTan Village Mall (at 2111 S. Santan Village Parkway). While the buzz first started a while ago, development is still on track—and with a project like this, a little patience is going to pay off.

Not Just Dog-Friendly—Dog-Focused

This isn’t your average patio where pups are allowed to tag along. MUTTS is designed for dog lovers, by dog lovers. It features:

• A members-only dog park with dedicated spaces for big and small dogs

• “Bark Rangers” (yes, that’s their actual title) keeping things safe and clean

• A full bar and grill serving up burgers, snacks, cocktails, and local beers

• Outdoor seating so you can chill while your dog burns off some zoomies

And here’s the best part—you don’t even need to own a dog to hang out at the cantina.

Why Gilbert Makes Sense

If you live here, you know Gilbert isn’t short on pups. Whether it’s morning walks at Riparian Preserve or patios full of tail-wagging sidekicks on a Friday night, dogs are basically part of the lifestyle.

MUTTS taps into that perfectly. It’s social. It’s active. And it gives residents (and their dogs) a fresh new place to hang out, relax, and meet like-minded locals.

Part of a Bigger Plan

The Gilbert location is the first of six planned MUTTS across the Phoenix metro. Locations are also in the works for Desert Ridge, Paradise Valley, Scottsdale, and others. But Gilbert is where the expansion kicks off—and the location near SanTan Village puts it right in the middle of everything.

What You Can Expect

• Memberships for the dog park (day passes, monthly, and annual options)

• A laid-back menu with food, drinks, and weekend hangout vibes

• Events, dog meetups, and community collabs with pet brands, shelters, and local vendors

Still no hard opening date, but construction is moving forward.

Final Scoop

There’s a reason MUTTS has a cult following in Texas—it’s more than a dog park. It’s a lifestyle spot built around connection, community, and letting your dog be off-leash while you’re off-duty.

So yeah, the wait’s been real. But if you’ve been holding off on getting excited again, consider this your permission to re-hype it. This one’s going to be a favorite—whether you’ve got a dog or not.

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