KINGMAN – Thanks to strong community feedback and strategic partnerships, Kingman’s dining landscape is expanding. Several new restaurants are preparing to open later this year, reflecting the City’s commitment to bringing more options and amenities that residents have asked for.
Through its partnership with The Retail Coach, the City of Kingman’s Economic Development Department created the Retail and Restaurant Survey to better understand the community’s current shopping habits and future wishes. The results of the survey have helped guide new business recruitment efforts, and now, the first wave of new restaurant openings is on the horizon.
Among the new restaurants set to open in 2025 are:
- El Pollo Loco – Targeted to open by Memorial Day Weekend (May 30, 2025)
- Tropical Smoothie Cafe – Planned opening by Labor Day (September 1, 2025)
- Bosa’s Donuts – Expected to open in late 2025 (November/December)
- WZ Asian Buffet – Anticipated opening during the third quarter of 2025
“We’re excited to see new restaurants opening this year, and we’re even more excited about what’s ahead,” said Bennett Bratley, Kingman’s Economic Development Director. “Kingman’s growth is fueled by the strong voices of our community, and their input is critical as we continue to bring new amenities to town.”
In addition to these upcoming openings, the City of Kingman recently completed its 2025 Retail and Restaurant Survey. This year’s survey gathered valuable insights into where residents are shopping and dining today and what they hope to see added in the future.
Among the key findings:
- Top Clothing & Shoe Retailers Visited:
Ross Dress for Less and Walmart continue to be Kingman’s most frequented shopping destinations. - Top Grocery Stores Visited:
Walmart, Smith’s, and the Safeway near Home Depot topped the list. - Favorite Chain Restaurants Visited:
In-N-Out Burger and Chili’s came out on top, followed closely by Cracker Barrel and Chipotle.
When asked what new businesses residents would most like to see in Kingman, the survey results revealed clear preferences:
- Most Requested Retailers: Costco, Sam’s Club, and Hobby Lobby
- Most Requested Grocery Stores: Trader Joe’s, ALDI, and Sprouts
- Most Requested Casual Dining: Olive Garden and Texas Roadhouse
- Most Requested Quick-Service Restaurants: Chick-fil-A and Panera Bread
Looking ahead, Kingman is taking bold steps to turn these community priorities into reality. Later this month, city representatives will attend the International Council of Shopping Centers (ICSC) Las Vegas event, held May 18–20th, 2025. ICSC is the largest gathering of retail developers, brokers, and industry experts in North America, offering Kingman the opportunity to showcase its growing market and attract the businesses residents have asked for.
For more information about Kingman’s economic development efforts, please visit: https://www.choosekingman.com/
