Flancer’s: Where Fresh Meets Flavor

Serving Gilbert and Mesa with fresh sandwiches,

catering options, and fast delivery.

Flancer’s: Where Fresh Meets Flavor

Serving Gilbert and Mesa with fresh sandwiches,

catering options, and fast delivery.

Our Story: 25 Years of Fresh, Handcrafted Excellence in Gilbert

Flancer's began with a simple yet powerful mission in 2000: to create a place where fresh, flavorful food and warm hospitality come together in the heart of Gilbert. For over 25 years, we've been a proud cornerstone of the East Valley dining community, serving up handcrafted gourmet sandwiches, scratch-made entrees, and daily fresh-baked bread that brings people together.

From our signature Prickly Pear Chicken sandwich to our famous cheesesteaks and daily specials, every dish is carefully crafted with premium ingredients and a touch of originality that has made us a beloved Gilbert institution. Our commitment to quality means fresh bread baked five times daily, whole roasted turkeys instead of processed deli meat, and the same time-tested recipes that have satisfied three generations of Gilbert families.

At Flancer's, we believe food is more than just nourishment—it's a way to connect communities, celebrate milestones, and create lasting memories. Whether you're joining us for lunch with friends, picking up dinner for the family, or hosting an event with our comprehensive catering services, we're here to make every experience memorable. With fresh ingredients, local flavors, and a whole lot of heart, Flancer's is Gilbert's home for great food and great moments.

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The Values That Define Us

For 25 years, these core principles have guided every decision, every recipe, and every customer interaction at Flancer's. They're not just words on a wall - they're the foundation of who we are.

Quality Without Compromise
Never cutting corners, always fresh
Quality Without Compromise
We believe great food starts with great ingredients and proper technique. No shortcuts, no substitutes, no exceptions.
  • 🌅Fresh bread baked 5 times daily
  • 🦃Whole roasted turkeys, not deli meat
  • 🥬Vegetables sliced fresh every morning
  • 📜Same recipes for 25 years
Family First
Creating connections that last generations
Family First
Every customer is family. We remember names, celebrate milestones, and create the kind of genuine relationships that span decades.
  • ❤️Three-generation customer families
  • 🎂Birthday and anniversary celebrations
  • 📞Personal relationships with staff
  • 🏠Home away from home feeling
Community Commitment
Giving back to the place we call home
Community Commitment
Gilbert isn't just where we do business - it's our home. We invest in our community because strong neighborhoods make everyone stronger.
  • 💰$390,000+ raised for local causes
  • 🏫School fundraiser partnerships
  • 🎯Local organization support
  • 🌟25 years of community investment

Built on a Foundation of Integrity

25
Years of Service
20+
Long-Term Staff
1000s
Family Traditions
100%
Authentic Care
These aren't just business principles - they're personal commitments. When you walk into Flancer's, you're experiencing the result of thousands of daily decisions made with these values in mind. From the way we prepare our food to how we treat our team members, from our involvement in community causes to the relationships we build with every customer, these values guide everything we do. It's what has made us more than just a restaurant - we're a Gilbert tradition that families pass down through generations.

Our Legacy: 25 Years of Gilbert Excellence

Over the past two and a half decades, Flancer's has evolved from a local restaurant dream into an essential part of Gilbert's dining landscape—a true community institution where quality meets tradition. Our remarkable journey began with an unwavering passion for culinary excellence and a deep commitment to bringing Gilbert families and friends together over exceptional food.

From day one, we've focused on creating more than just a restaurant—we've built a welcoming gathering place where guests feel like family, leave with full hearts and satisfied appetites, and return again and again to create new memories.

🏪 2000: Opened our doors in Gilbert with a mission to serve fresh, flavorful scratch-made food to our community

🏆 2000s-2010s: Honored to be consistently recognized by Gilbert customers as their local favorite restaurant for gourmet sandwiches, catering, and daily specials

🤝 Community Impact: Dedicated to giving back through local Gilbert fundraising events, school partnerships, and community celebrations—proudly raising over $390,000 for local causes

🍞 Quality Commitment: Committed to maintaining our founding principles: fresh bread baked five times daily, premium ingredients, whole roasted meats, and recipes that never compromise on quality

🌟 Today: Serving third-generation Gilbert families while continuing to welcome new guests who quickly become part of the Flancer's family tradition

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1999
Humble Beginnings
Founded in Gilbert with a simple mission: fresh food, warm hospitality, and community connection
  • 🏪First Gilbert location opens
  • 👨‍🍳Culinary Institute training
  • 🥖Fresh bread commitment
  • ❤️Community-first mindset
2005
Building Relationships
First generation customers become family, creating lasting bonds beyond food service
  • 👥Regular customer base
  • 🍽️Memorable dining experiences
  • 🎂Birthday celebrations
  • 🤝Personal connections
2010
Recipe Perfection
Signature dishes achieve legendary status through consistent quality and authentic preparation
  • 🌵Prickly Pear Chicken perfected
  • 🥪Cheesesteak mastery
  • 📊Quality standards set
  • ⭐Customer favorites emerge
2015
Generational Legacy
Second and third generation families create traditions, making Flancer's part of life celebrations
  • 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦Multi-generation families
  • 🎓First dates to proposals
  • 📅Regular family traditions
  • 💫Milestone celebrations
Today
Gilbert Institution
25 years strong, serving third-generation families while maintaining original quality promises
  • 🏆Community institution
  • 💰$390K+ raised for causes
  • 🔄Same quality standards
  • 🌟Continuing the legacy
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Frequently Asked About Flancer's

Get to know the story, values, and commitment that has made us Gilbert's beloved neighborhood institution for over 25 years.

What makes Flancer's different from other restaurants?
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We're the only restaurant that truly bakes fresh bread all day long. While others bake once in the morning, we have five fresh baking cycles throughout the day. Combined with our 25-year unchanged recipes, whole roasted turkeys (not processed deli meat), and genuine neighborhood relationships, we create experiences that become family traditions rather than just meals.
How long has Flancer's been part of the Gilbert community?
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We opened our doors in 1999, making us a 25-year Gilbert institution. We've watched families grow, celebrated countless milestones, and have three-generation customer relationships. Over the years, we've raised over $390,000 for local causes and become deeply woven into the fabric of our community. Many of our team members have been with us for over 20 years, creating the consistency and relationships our customers treasure.
What does "scratch-made" really mean at Flancer's?
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Every day, we start from raw ingredients and build everything fresh. Our bread dough is mixed and kneaded every morning, our vegetables are sliced fresh daily, and our turkeys are whole roasted Thanksgiving-style rather than using processed deli meats. We make our own sauces and dressings, and use real butter, real vanilla, and premium oils. It's the same systematic approach to quality we've maintained since 1999.
Who founded Flancer's and what's the story behind the name?
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Flancer's was founded with a Culinary Institute background and a passion for authentic food preparation. The name represents our commitment to being more than just another restaurant - we wanted to create a place where fresh, flavorful food and warm hospitality come together. From day one, our mission has been to create a place where people feel like family, and that philosophy guides everything we do.
What's the story behind your famous Prickly Pear Chicken?
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The Perfect Prickly Pear Chicken has been our signature since the early 2000s. We wanted to create something uniquely Arizona that showcased local flavors with exceptional quality. The recipe combines tender, fresh-roasted chicken with our signature prickly pear sauce, fresh greens, and our daily-baked bread. It's become so popular that many customers have been ordering the exact same sandwich for over 20 years - a testament to the consistency they've come to expect from us.
How does Flancer's give back to the Gilbert community?
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Community giving is at the heart of who we are. Over 25 years, we've raised over $390,000 for local causes through fundraising events, school partnerships, and community organization support. We regularly host fundraisers for local schools, sponsor community events, and provide catering for nonprofit organizations. We believe that when the community supports us, we should give back - it's not just business, it's family.
Why do some customers drive from across the Valley to eat here?
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It's the combination of uncompromising quality and genuine relationships. Many of our customers moved away from Gilbert but still return regularly because they can't find the same quality and authentic care anywhere else. When you serve over 20,000 cheesesteaks annually using the same recipe for 25 years, and when your staff remembers customers' names and orders, you create something special that's worth the drive. We've become part of their family story.

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