The Melt is Making its Phoenix Debut at PV

The Melt , a California-based eatery known for its American classics, is getting ready to make its Arizona debut later this year in Paradise Valley .

RED Development has announced the first phase of retail is nearing 100% leased at PV, the highly anticipated redevelopment of the former Paradise Valley Mall, ahead of its grand opening this fall with the addition of seven new tenants, including first-to-market restaurants, upscale salons, and a medical spa. One of the tenants is The Melt, which is making its first out-of-state expansion. Other tenants announced for the development include Federal Pizza, Hawaiian Bros Island Grill, TEN Sushi + Cocktail Bar, and more.

“The Melt is very excited to announce its first Arizona location in Paradise Valley at the new PV development. With its location right in the heart of Phoenix and Scottsdale in one of the most vibrant new areas, it is a natural choice,” Ralph Bower , CEO at The Melt, said in a press release. “We are looking forward to bringing our unique twist on burgers and melted sandwiches to Paradise Valley by the end of 2024 .”

When the company makes its Phoenix debut, customers can expect a menu focused on grilled cheese, homemade mac and cheese, and burgers. Other highlights include the Mac Daddy, a grilled cheese sandwich stuffed with mac and cheese, the famous handcrafted MeltBurgers made with a custom blend of 100% all-natural Angus and Wagyu beef, and handspun milkshakes along with soup and salads. The company is also working on two new locations in California, Sunnyvale and Santa Clara.

PV is a monumental mixed-use development that spans more than 100 acres and is situated in the heart of one of the most prominent neighborhoods in Phoenix. The master plan for the project features a plethora of dining, entertainment, retail, living, and working experiences, which are linked to a more than three-acre, centrally located community open space with heavily landscaped multi-modal pathways.

The first phase includes the 400-residence, state-of-the-art, multi-family community, AVE Paradise Valley, a partnership between Korman Communities in Plymouth Meeting, Pa., and RXR in New York, formerly known as The Blake by StreetLights Residential. Fender will also debut in a fully dedicated office building with Whole Foods Market, Blanco Cocina + Cantina, Flower Child, Trevor’s Liquor, Sephora, Aveda, Wren House Brewing Co., and Frost Gelato. Life Time will soon begin construction on its fully integrated concept consisting of an athletic country club and luxury-for-lease residences with an anticipated opening of 2026.

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