BUENA PARK, Calif., June 30 — Sunny Skies Terrace, a premier commercial real estate development and management company, announced today it has completed the first phase of a multi-year redevelopment of TAWA Gateway in San Gabriel, California. As part of Phase One, 14 exciting new food, entertainment, and lifestyle retailers are coming online in 2026 and through early 2027. It is a significant milestone of progress, as the center reclaims its place as the epicenter of San Gabriel’s vibrant, diverse community.
Anchored by 99 Ranch Market, TAWA Gateway welcomes nearly 3 million visitors annually. Situated at the corner of Valley Boulevard and Del Mar Avenue, the roughly 12-acre property is being radically transformed and reimagined to become a premier lifestyle center with elevated amenities, beautifully landscaped exterior areas, and world-class retail, food, and beverage offerings. In the coming months, the center will continue to make capital improvements and renovations. Businesses will remain open during this period.
Incoming retailers include some of the world’s most popular brands across Asia, Canada, and the U.S.:
FOOD & BEVERAGE:
- Guiji Tea (opened in February 2026) – first-ever U.S. location for the Taiwanese fruit tea brand.
- Dong Ting Chun (opened in March 2026) – new flagship store location for the Hunan-style eatery.
- Cha Redefine (opened May 2026) – California-based artisanal tea and boba brand known for merging traditional Asian tea culture with modern, elevated brewing techniques.
- Bafang Dumpling (opened June 2026) – Taiwanese fast-food chain with more than 1,100 locations in Taiwan, Hong Kong, and China.
- Happy Lamb (July 2026) – Mongolian-style hot pot restaurant chain with more than 100 locations across 11 counties.
- Bingz Crispy Burger (July 2026) – one of the first-ever U.S. locations for Canada’s ultra-popular Chinese fast-food chain specializing in “crispy burgers,” a Chinese-style sandwich.
- Show Hot Pot (August 2026) – a popular, next-generation dining concept specializing in authentic Chinese Malatang.
- Com tâm Sà Bì Chuông (March 2027) – the second location for the Vietnamese eatery specializing in classic broken rice dishes.
RETAIL
- The Best Shop (Grand Opening date set for June 27, 2026) – First U.S. location for the Canadian retail chain that serves a wide selection of Chinese, Japanese, and Korean household goods; operates 16 stores across Canada.
- Miniso (July 2026) – global retailer best known for its licensing collaborations with brands like Disney and Harry Potter.
- Golf Envy (September 2026) – newest California location for the 24/7 indoor golf experience with state-of-the-art simulators.
- Kawaii Klaws (January 2027) – newest California location for the claw machine arcade franchise.
- Soul Escape Room (March 2027) – the second location for the Flushing, New York-based escape room experience.
The city of San Gabriel, with its bustling daytime economy and multi-generational shoppers, has an annual retail expenditure of $7.21 billion. With a growing population, the market is seeing a shift toward luxury, high-density living. Commercial investment is spiking. New mixed-use properties are reshaping the makeup of the neighborhood, putting TAWA Gateway at the center of the action.
“TAWA Gateway is more than a redevelopment project—it’s an investment in the future of the San Gabriel Valley. Our vision is to create a destination that reflects the energy, creativity, and cultural influence of this community while bringing together some of the world’s most exciting brands and experiences. As the San Gabriel Valley continues to evolve, we want TAWA Gateway to be a place where residents and visitors alike can gather, connect, and experience the very best the community has to offer,” said Jonson Chen, Chairman, Sunny Skies Terrace.