99 Ranch Market to Anchor The Mosaic, Metro Phoenix’s First Asian Shopping Plaza in Glendale
GLENDALE, AZ — Metro Phoenix is set to welcome its first dedicated Asian shopping plaza, The Mosaic, anchored by the popular 99 Ranch Market. The new center will be located in the former Sears building at Arrowhead Towne Center in Glendale, Arizona, and is slated to open later this year.
Revitalizing Arrowhead Towne Center
The project involves a significant transformation of the shuttered Sears and Sears Auto Center, with Houston-based NewQuest Properties leading the conversion. NewQuest acquired the building in 2023 for nearly $8.9 million, according to Maricopa County records . The company has a track record of developing Asian retail and dining destinations, including a 99 Ranch Market location in Chandler, Arizona, opened in 2021.
What is The Mosaic?
The Mosaic is designed as a multi-level shopping complex offering a curated mix of Asian retail and dining experiences. 99 Ranch Market will occupy the first floor, serving as a major draw for shoppers seeking pan-Asian ingredients and food . Developers envision the center as a one-stop destination for the West Valley’s Asian community and beyond.
A Diverse Tenant Mix
Beyond 99 Ranch Market, The Mosaic is expected to feature a variety of specialty retailers and restaurants. Proposed tenants include:
- Teso Life
- Kinokuniya Books
- Bafang Dumpling
- Pho 602
- The Alley bubble tea
The center will also include dessert and pastry shops, and other pan-Asian concepts, creating a food-hall style vibe with internal corridor names like “Miso Hungry Road” and “Sake to Me Street” .
The Significance of 99 Ranch Market
99 Ranch Market is a prominent Asian supermarket chain known for attracting surrounding clusters of Asian restaurants and retail businesses across the United States. Its presence is expected to significantly boost the appeal of The Mosaic and establish it as a key destination for the Asian community in metro Phoenix .
Looking Ahead
Construction is currently underway, with interior build-outs already in progress. The opening of The Mosaic promises to revitalize the Arrowhead Towne Center and provide a unique shopping and dining experience for the region. The project represents a growing demand for Asian retail and dining options in the Phoenix metropolitan area.
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