Cars and coffee in Queen Creek — The Car Meat at Ruggiero’s Ace Hardware runs the second Saturday, September through May, 9:30 AM–12:00 PM. Rev your engines and fire up the grills! The Car Meat is Ruggiero’s monthly mash-up of gorgeous cars and great food where enthusiasts gather at the Feed Store in Queen Creek. They show off their rides, swap stories, and enjoy fresh-grilled eats from the outdoor setup. It isn’t just a car meet; it’s a community hangout. Roll in with chrome shining or come for the food, family vibe, and horsepower. The Car Meat fuels good times. Hosted by Ruggiero’s Ace Hardware, The Car Meat is a family-friendly cars and coffee meet and car show in Queen Creek, AZ. The lot comes alive with chrome, conversation, and the smell of the grill. Guests enjoy complimentary food from the grill. First-timers and lifelong gearheads feel welcome. This monthly showcase spans the full spectrum of car culture: classic cars, collector builds, supercars, exotics, muscle cars, and JDM favorites. Cars line up side by side for easy walk-arounds and photos. Expect talkin’ shop and spec-sheet banter. The event keeps the small-town feel that makes Queen Creek, Arizona special. For more information, check out Ruggiero’s organizer spotlight and Blog post.