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Shake Shack is coming to Iowa. Here's where its first location opens. Shake Shack, the fast-casual restaurant chain that serves elevated American classics with a focus on fine-dining quality and simple ingredients, plans to open its first location in Iowa in 2028. People are also reading... Susan Stapleton is the entertainment editor and dining reporter at The Des Moines Register. You can reach out to her on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram, or drop her a line at [email protected].

Verrado Marketplace announces next wave of retail, dining and entertainment openings through end of 2026. Safeway, Harkins Verrado Theatres and BackLot, Shake Shack, BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse and more set to open at Buckeye's new 500,000-square-foot destination. Published Date: October 9, 2026, 6:25 AM EDT Vestar, one of the largest privately held shopping center owners and managers in the western United States, is continuing the rollout of Verrado Marketplace, the new 500,000-square-foot retail and lifestyle destination serving Buckeye and the West Valley, with a growing lineup of retailers, restaurants, services and entertainment concepts opening through the remainder of 2026. Shops opening this September include Gap Factory, Just Sports, Paramount Hair & Extensions, Pacific Dental Services, and Zara Nails & Spa, followed by several highly anticipated restaurants, retailers and entertainment concepts this fall and winter. "We're excited to see Verrado Marketplace continue coming to life as new retailers, restaurants and services open their doors," said Harrison Cole, leasing and development manager at Vestar in a statement. "The response from the Buckeye and greater West Valley community has been extremely positive, and this next phase of openings will bring even more of the shopping, dining, entertainment and everyday conveniences residents have been looking forward to. With several major concepts still to come, there is a lot more excitement ahead." The momentum will continue this fall with the highly anticipated debut of The District on October 15. SALT, Handel's Homemade Ice Cream and Shake Shack will open first. Emersa, a new speakeasy concept inspired by the wonder of observatories and immersive technology, is expected to debut in November. The space will feature 4K VR displays, projection mapping, light, sound, and atmosphere to transform guests into shifting universes for a unique cocktail lounge experience. Also opening in November is another anchor tenant, Safeway, bringing a 63,500-square-foot full-service grocery option to the development. Verrado Marketplace will close out the year with Harkins Verrado Theatres and BackLot, a 65,000-square-foot theatre and entertainment destination as well as OHSO Brewery & Distillery, BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse, and Tropical Smoothie Cafe. Once complete, Verrado Marketplace will feature more than 55 retailers and businesses, including a curated mix of national and local brands, chef-driven restaurants, services, and entertainment options designed to serve the rapidly growing West Valley. Designed as more than a shopping center, Verrado Marketplace will serve as a community gathering place with outdoor amenities including a splash pad, live performance stage with a large video screen and a half-acre community green surrounded by restaurants and gathering spaces. The center will also introduce Vestar's Sip & Stroll program, allowing guests 21 and older to enjoy alcoholic beverages in designated common areas. Regular programming, including live music, holiday celebrations, and community events, will activate the property throughout the year. Located at the northeast corner of Interstate 10 and Verrado Way, Verrado Marketplace sits at the entrance to DMB Associates' 8,800-acre Verrado master-planned community. With a $275 million total investment, the development is projected to generate more than $50 million in tax revenue for the city of Buckeye, contribute an estimated $1.8 billion in economic output over the next 10 years and create more than 1,500 permanent jobs in the West Valley. Love its content? Add WhatNow as a preferred source on Google to see more of its trusted coverage when you search. Be the first to know. From new restaurant openings to exciting retail launches and real estate insights, be the first to know what's happening in Phoenix Lisa is a staff reporter for What Now Media Group. She covers new restaurant, retail, and real estate openings across all of its markets. A true foodie, this Air Force veteran has lived all over the world - from Aviano, Italy to Nairobi, Kenya - but her favorite spot is NOLA for its rich history, architecture, culture, and of course, its good eats.

Shake Shack arrives in Brazil in 2027 and plans to open 40 stores in the country. American company enters the country with a master franchise agreement in partnership with the Brazilian holding company Bold Hospitality Company, which controls Outback. 07/10/2026 12:16 Updated 4 hours ago After years of negotiations and rumors, Shake Shack, the famous American burger chain, will arrive in Brazil. The company's entry takes place through a partnership with Bold Hospitality Company, a Brazilian holding company responsible for other food chains such as Outback, Abbraccio and Aussie. The first Shake Shack unit in the country is expected to open in the first half of 2027, in São Paulo - with no date or location defined. However, the company's plan is for at least 40 stores to be opened by 2036. "Shake Shack's arrival in Brazil is a milestone in our history and reinforces our strategy of building a portfolio of brands capable of creating a genuine emotional connection with consumers," says Pierre Berenstein, CEO of Bold Hospitality Company.