In-N-Out Burger going up at former site of Islands

We've become so accustomed to business leaving the Metrocenter area that when one moves in, it's certainly notable. That's the case with In-N-Out Burger, which is building a new restaurant on the site of the former Islands Burger on the north side of Peoria Avenue just west of Interstate 17.

It will certainly be a welcome addition to the area, and hopefully the popular chain is in for the long haul. The location seems to be less than ideal; wouldn't the mall circle have been more advantageous all around? It's not like there are no vacancies ... Or would that have been overkill with the Culver's that replaced Whataburger about a year ago?

But In-N-Out has made its choice, so get ready by reading up on the chain's popular secret menu.

UPDATE: The Phoenix Journal's Lynn Ducey says the restaurant will open in late January or Februrary.