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Maple Ridge has a thriving hub of restaurants waiting for you to walk through their doors and sample their menus. This list has various options, from places perfect for a more romantic date night with fine wines to options that are great for the whole family. Dive in and see which restaurant calls out to you for your next dining out experience.
1. Chameleon
Address: 11965 224th Street
Phone: 604-467 5664
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2. Il Corsaro Pasta bar
Stop in to the pasta bar that has been in business for forty two years. They obviously know they’re way around a good noodle and a delectable sauce! You’ll love the ambiance in this small but welcoming spot. The best part? The walking score is excellent. Wander down Dewdney or 224th after or before dinner and pop into some other local hot spots for a drink. Breweries and bars all within five minute walking distance.
Address: 22370 Dewdney Trunk Rd
Phone: 604-466-2652
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3. Kingfishers Waterfront Bar & Grill
Amazing food, live entertainment, and a view is what sets this restaurant apart from all the others. Right on the edge of the Fraser River, Kingfishers is the perfect spot to enjoy a drink while the sun sets. Try a float of beer before tucking into your meal. Kingfishers is British Columbia forward, which means everything they serve is quality and local.
Address: 23840 River Rd
Phone: 604-463-0094
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4. Big Smoke
Carnivores rejoice. This is for you. Big Smoke meats are smoked at low temperatures for long periods of time with cherry and hickory woods to bring out all the right flavors. You won’t regret ordering any of the pulled pork menu items. Better yet, treat yourself to some brisket! This is a family-friendly spot that is proud to offer menu items for every dietary need.
Address: 22641 Lougheed Highway
Phone: 604-477-3010
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5. Billy Miner Alehouse & Cafe
Address: 22355 River Road
Phone: 604-467-6002
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6. La Trattoria
As soon as you set foot in this little restaurant you’ll think you’ve been magically transported to a Tuscan town. This charming little spot offers a wide variety of wines to pair with your pasta (gluten free pasta, appetizers, and entrees available). Open since 1988, this rustic spot has been popular for families for generations.
Address: 22214 Dewdney Trunk Rd
Phone: 604-466-9951
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7. Ban Chok Dee
Credit: Ban Chok Dee Thai Cuisine
Do you like Thai food? Ban Chok Dee has won countless awards for its menu. With curries that will tantalize and delight your taste buds and an ambiance you won’t want to part from, Ban Chok Dee is a must visit restaurant in Maple Ridge. With traditional Thai ingredients you will truly be able to savor all the intricate flavors in each dish. You’ll be craving Ban Chok Dee within days of your visit. That’s a promise!
Address: 20395 Lougheed Highway #400
Phone: 604-459-8000
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8. Black Sheep Public House
The Black Sheep might not allow minors, but aside from that, this is a pub that welcomes all! Looking for a fun night out with drinks? The Black Sheep has you covered. Keen on lunch followed by a walk through Maple Ridge Park along Alouette Creek? You’ve got it. The Black Sheep has a massive menu with endless options (probably because people keep coming back so much they need to have such a big variety!).
Address: 12968 232nd Street
Phone: 604-476-1008
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9. Socrates Grill
Address: 20691 Lougheed Highway #19
Phone: 604-465-1393
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10. Browns Socialhouse
Browns Maple Ridge is a mood. With a menu full of delicious goodies like the Dragon Bowl or the Crispy Fried Chicken Ramen, you will leave your evening feeling more than satisfied. Enjoy the ambiance of the restaurant; with dim lighting, modern finishings, and what can only be called ‘mood lighting’, you may want to snap a pic or two for the gram. If you roll like that. If you’d rather be present in the moment there’s more than enough room for that, too. In fact, it’s encouraged! Sit at the bar and mingle or snag a spot in the year round enclosed patio. You’ll be ready to come back for round two as soon as you leave!
Address: 20490 Lougheed Hwy
Phone: 604-457-0771
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11. Townhall
Credit: Joseph Richard Group
Are you craving a brick oven pizza? Then Townhall is the place for you. With delicious cocktails and daily specials you can’t go wrong. There’s more: Townhall is a community public house with something happening almost every week. Stop by on a Monday night for weekly Trivia. Townhall Maple Ridge has hosted themed Trivia Nights in the past, including but not limited to Harry Potter, The Office, and much more. There are even Family Feud nights if you’re looking to show your relatives who among you is truly the sharpest tool in the shed. Tip: If you like deep fried pickles, you have to try them at Townhall.
Address: 206 20690 Lougheed Highway
Phone: 604-457-0100
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12. Big Feast
This is ethical eating at its best. Big Feast is a treasure in this community with Oceanwise certified sea foods and local sustainable meats. This hot spot prides itself on having Vegan and gluten free options aplenty that are equally (if not more) delicious than their menu counterparts. Come for breakfast, lunch, or dinner and experience the experience that is Big Feast. Eating alone? Tuck in to their community table and meet other people there to enjoy the good eats! One more thing- give the Baked Cheesy Brussels a try! They come with plenty to share.
Address: 11920–227 Street
Phone: 604-477-4334
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13. Paliotti’s Italian Restaurant
Credit: Paliotti’s Italian Restaurant
Paliotti’s has been a yummy treasure trove in Maple Ridge for over thirty years. Family owned since its very beginning, this restaurant will knock your socks off with its pasta dishes. But don’t stop there. Every dish at Paliotti’s is drool worthy. The Chicken Marsala or Chicken Parmesan are sure to make your stomach a happy camper. Looking for something a little bolder? Try the Carpetbagger, a New York steak packed with fresh crab meat and then topped off with a mushroom, cheese and onion sauce. Is your mouth watering yet?
Address: 12018 Edge St
Phone: 604-463-8926
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14. GM Restaurant
GM Restaurant has a clear and wonderful goal that they are chasing when it comes to their customers: they want everyone’s visit to feel like they are experiencing India through the rich flavours of their dishes. GM is family owned and its origins in Maple Ridge go back to 1994. It has been serving the residents of the community ever since. With dine in or take out options, you can enjoy GM’s delicious menu at home or in the restaurant. The staff will welcome you like family as you get ready to buckle in for a journey of exciting flavors.
Address: 20726 Lougheed Hwy
Phone: 604-463-7899
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15. The Keg Steakhouse + Bar
Looking for a romantic date night? How about a night out with the family for the best steak in town? Neither? Do you want to watch a game in the lounge with some friends while enjoying the best nachos in Maple Ridge and some cold beers? Look no further. The Keg checks all the boxes. Top that off with excellent service and a drool worthy menu and there’s no room to be disappointed by popping in for dinner.
Address: 20640 Dewdney Trunk Road
Phone: 604-465-8911
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With options like these, it might be easy to be overwhelmed. But don’t fret. Add your favourites to a list to try so you always have something to look forward to coming up on your calendar. Make sure you keep it flexible so you can take advantage of a sunny day and pick a spot with a patio to soak up those rays or a spot with live music on Friday or Saturday nights.
By: Rebecca Jamieson
Big Smoke closed down when Covid started. Not on their account, the building manager wouldn’t work with the price of the building so they had to close down….they still have big feast.