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Sotol Modern Cocktail Kitchen opens today in downtown Gilbert

Sotol Modern Cocktail Kitchen, Gilbert’s first rooftop bar and restaurant, holds its grand opening at 4 p.m. today.

The space: It’s is located on the top floor of the three-story downtown building between Dierks Bentley’s Whiskey Row and Bergies Coffee Roast House.

The backstory: Originally named Ile.gal Modern Cocktail Kitchen, the venue had expected to open a year ago but was beset by a series of delays.

The menu: Food and drinks both pay homage to the Sonoran Desert, including pepita hummus, nopales fritas, and agave spirits.

Hours: Doors open at 4 p.m. Tuesday through Sunday.