Where to Eat & Drink in Ridgeway Plaza, Mississauga? As a traveling foodie, I set out to explore Mississauga’s largest food plaza.
Established in 2022, Ridgeway Plaza boasts over 100 diverse restaurants offering unique ethnic cuisines, most of which are halal. Here, you can find everything from Chinese and Mexican to Peruvian, Yemeni, and Iraqi cuisine.
This lively food court reflects not only the cultural diversity of Mississauga but also the Greater Toronto Area’s passion for local and ethnic foods.
As a bustling culinary hub, Ridgeway Plaza has quickly become a destination for food enthusiasts.
In this travel guide to Mississauga (with an accompanying video), we showcase some of the best dining spots in Ridgeway Plaza.
This is a culinary project in collaboration with Visit Mississauga
NOTE: This guide to Ridgeway Plaza Mississauga will be updated as I visit more spots, so be sure to BOOKMARK/SAVE/PIN this page for future reference.
VIDEO: 24-Hour Food Challenge at Ridgeway Plaza Mississauga
You can enjoy a full day of dining here! In this travel video, I undertook a 24-hour food challenge, eating exclusively at Ridgeway Plaza.
From lunch and dinner to late-night snacks, followed by breakfast and lunch the next day, I’ll introduce you to all the eateries I visited.
You’ll get insights into what goes on behind the scenes, showcasing how Mississauga’s largest food plaza transforms in a span of 24 hours.
The atmosphere here is vibrant, even on a Monday night. I was astonished to see places open until 4 AM, with one restaurant operating 24 hours!
Watch the 25-minute Ridgeway Plaza Mississauga video on YouTube here, or see it embedded below:
Where To Eat & Drink in Ridgeway Plaza Mississauga
Here are 13 restaurants and food spots I enjoyed in Ridgeway Plaza (listed in alphabetical order), along with a map at the end to help you plan your visit.
Also Read: Unique Restaurants in Mississauga You Must Try
Al-Bassam Roastery
Al-Bassam Roastery specializes in premium nuts, chocolates, sweets, coffee, and Turkish delight. Known for its roasting, don’t miss out on their freshly roasted nuts and coffee beans!
I highly recommend the Arabic coffee prepared in hot sand, which is made from a blend of Yemeni, Syrian, and Brazilian beans. Sand coffee isn’t commonly found in Ontario (my first experience was in Izmir, Turkey), so keep your camera ready if you see it for the first time!
Website / Address: 3525 Odyssey Dr, Unit 43, Mississauga, ON L5M 7N4
BADAMI Sweets + Cuisine
Savor the authentic flavors of Pakistani and Indian sweets at BADAMI Sweets + Cuisine.
This establishment stands out with its live jalebi-making at the entrance, providing an engaging experience to assure you enjoy the freshest possible jalebi.
I was amazed to see them actively making this Indian street food at 12:30 AM, underlining their popularity even late into the night, which I also captured in the video.
Website / Address: 3525 Platinum Dr #120, Mississauga, ON L5M 7N4
GC Burger
GC (Great Canadian) Burger specializes in smashed burgers, offering classics as well as limited-time creations like The GC Okie, which features a mustard-crusted premium beef patty smashed Oklahoma-style.
The burgers are juicy and expertly smashed, but be sure to try the hand-blended GC Shake as well!
2) Seasoned Plain Chicken Tenders ($11.99) – 5-piece hand-breaded, seasoned buttermilk chicken tenders with a choice of dipping sauce.
3) GC Burger ($13.99/Double) – Buttered bun, beef patty, cheddar cheese, lettuce, tomato, grilled onions, GC Sauce.
4) Truffle Fries ($8.99) – Fresh-cut fries seasoned with truffle aioli and Grana Padano cheese.
5) GC Shake ($7.99) – Signature shake made with a Nanaimo Bar.
Website / Address: 3920 Eglinton Ave W, Unit 28, Mississauga, ON L5M 8A5
Karachi Hot N Roll
Bringing Karachi street food and Pakistani cuisine to Mississauga, Karachi Hot N Roll is a vibrant local favorite. I was surprised to find a line at 1 AM!
Their freshly made sugarcane juice is a highlight, crafted from sugarcane sourced from Costa Rica.
Website / Address: 3920 Eglinton Ave W, Unit 30, Mississauga, ON L5M 8A7
Matari Coffee Co
For coffee lovers, Matari Coffee Co is the place to be in Ridgeway Plaza. This modern café specializes in Yemeni coffee and tea, alongside delightful pastries and desserts.
I particularly enjoyed their Yemeni Latte and even bought some Yemeni beans to take home. The Adeni Chai was a standout and pairs wonderfully with thamool, a savory Yemeni cookie.
2) Yemeni Latte ($9)
3) Thamool ($2.99/piece)
4) Chocolate Mousse ($9.99)
5) Lotus Cheesecake ($9.99)
Address: 3465 Platinum Dr, Unit 97, Mississauga, ON L5M 7N4
Mount Sinai
Mount Sinai stands as one of the best Mexican restaurants in Mississauga. This small eatery, run by a husband-and-wife team from Acapulco, Mexico, is famous for its authentic Mexican dishes, including tacos, tortas, and enchiladas.
For a sampling of their best offerings, try the Meal 1 Premium, which includes tacos and quesadillas with your choice of filling, along with rice, beans with cheese, and two drinks.
2) Churros ($5/3 pieces)
They craft their own corn tortillas and homemade hot sauces at varying spice levels, which is a significant plus!
I particularly enjoyed the lamb birria, which was both tender and full of flavor. The consomme was addictively good!
If lamb isn’t your thing, their beef birria is a great alternative, but lamb birria is relatively rare, so it’s worth a try.
Travelling Foodie Tip: First-time customers receive complimentary churros! Make sure to try them.
2) Churros ($5/3 pieces)
Address: 3700 Eglinton Ave W, Unit 61, Mississauga, ON L5M 2R9
Nablus Creamery
Nablus Creamery, run by a husband and wife from Palestine, is a beloved local dairy shop and creamery providing a variety of Mediterranean yogurt drinks, cheeses, and ice creams.
I visited to try their Arabic ice cream and was enchanted by their Arabic ice cream slice, which was even better! Perfect for sharing, this slice was creamy and had the chewy texture from mastic resin, reminiscent of Turkish dondurma I enjoyed in Kas, Turkey.
Website / Address: 4700 Ridgeway Dr, Unit 69, Mississauga, ON L5M 2R9
Nawab’s Legendary BBQ
As Ridgeway Plaza’s only 24-hour restaurant, Nawab’s Legendary BBQ specializes in Mughlai BBQ and comfort food with an Indian fusion twist. The chicken tikka pizza, topped with tender pieces of chargrilled chicken marinated in tikka masala, is a delightful choice.
2) 18-piece Chicken Wings ($34.99) – 3 Flavours
3) Fresh Lime Masala Soda ($5.99)
4) Pista Badam Kesar Milkshake ($6.99)
The chicken wings were crispy and flavorful, showcasing both traditional and Asian flavors, such as honey garlic and buffalo, along with Spicy Tandoori and Chilli Schezwan.
Even the drinks are intriguing, like the Pista Badam Kesar Milkshake, reminiscent of the Badam Milk I had during a street food tour in India, infused with Rasmalai flavors. For the adventurous, the Fresh Lime Masala Soda is a must-try.
2) 18-piece Chicken Wings ($34.99) – 3 Flavours
3) Fresh Lime Masala Soda ($5.99)
4) Pista Badam Kesar Milkshake ($6.99)
Website / Address: 3525 Platinum Dr, Unit 117, Mississauga, ON L5M 2R9
Potato Bar
Uniquely focused on comfort food, Potato Bar serves various potato dishes, including smoked potatoes, hand-cut fries, and tater tots, with an impressive selection of over 40 toppings!
Be sure to try the Smoked Potato, made from PEI potatoes smoked with Cherokee wood, mashed with butter, and generously loaded with toppings. It’s a novel twist on the classic loaded baked potato!
2) Alabama Tots
3) Smokey Texas BBQ Wings & Fries
4) Big Philly Smoked Potato
Website / Address: 3525 Platinum Dr, Unit 119, Mississauga, ON L5M 2R9
Saraya Restaurant
As one of the finest Middle Eastern restaurants in Ridgeway Plaza, Saraya Restaurant is famous for its authentic flavors and family-style portions, offering dishes like mandi (a traditional Yemeni meat and rice dish), shish tawook, and mixed grill.
The shish tawook, lovingly grilled, is flavorful and surprisingly tender for chicken breasts. Saraya is particularly proficient with lamb; I recommend their lamb mandi and Ontario lamb chops.
The lamb shank on the mandi was incredibly tender and had a rich flavor, reminiscent of biryani. The Ontario lamb chops featured a lovely char with a sliver of fat that enhanced their juiciness and taste.
Travelling Foodie Tip: While tap water isn’t served here, take this opportunity to savor their delightful Mango Smoothie.
2) Ontario Lamb Chops ($35) – Three lamb ribs served with salad and rice.
3) Mixed Grill ($31) – One kabab, one shish tawook, one tenderloin served with biwaz pita, tomatoes, onions, peppers, tahini sauce, garlic sauce, and fries or rice.
4) Mandi Lamb ($29) – Bone-in mandi lamb served with mandi rice, daqoos, almonds, and raisins.
5) Mango Smoothie ($10)
Website / Address: 3465 Platinum Dr #100, Mississauga, ON L5M 7N4
Shawarma Avenue
Did I truly experience Ridgeway Plaza without trying shawarma? It’s one of the most common food options in Mississauga’s largest food plaza.
Shawarma Avenue stands out, known for their saj wraps and chicken on rice. Unlike many places that only offer beef, this casual eatery features a combo of lamb and beef.
I thoroughly enjoyed their Lamb + Beef Saj Wrap, but for a heartier meal, the Chicken on Rice is a perfect choice.
The saj wrap is a thin alternative to pita, letting the fillings shine through. The Lamb + Beef combination was incredibly tender, juicy, and bursting with flavor. Don’t forget to try the homemade hot sauce for an extra kick!
2) Chicken on Rice & Fries ($12.99)
3) Ayran ($2.99)
Website / Address: 3900 Eglinton Ave W, Unit 45, Mississauga, ON L5M 7N4
Sun Chinese Cuisine
If you’re in the mood for noodles or soup, don’t miss Sun Chinese Cuisine at Ridgeway Plaza.
This traditional Chinese restaurant specializes in hand-pulled noodles—offering dishes like Lanzhou beef noodles and braised beef noodles with customizable noodle sizes.
The noodle dishes I sampled hit the spot: Lanzhou beef noodles and braised beef noodles (both soups), and surprisingly, I also enjoyed the Lanzhou Niangpi despite typically not favoring cold noodle dishes.
2) Lanzhou Niangpi ($6.99)
3) Traditional Lanzhou Beef Noodle ($14.99/Large)
4) Braised Beef Noodle ($16.99/Large)
A must-try non-noodle dish is the Lamb with Special Seasoning, which was delightfully tender and flavorful. It contains cumin, but you can adjust the spice level; the mild version is not spicy at all.
Travelling Foodie Tip: For an exciting view, sit at the tables by the kitchen window to watch the chefs make and hand-pull the noodles from scratch. It’s quite a spectacle!
2) Lanzhou Niangpi ($6.99)
3) Traditional Lanzhou Beef Noodle ($14.99/Large)
4) Braised Beef Noodle ($16.99/Large)
Address: 3480 Platinum Dr, Unit 110, Mississauga, ON L5M 2S5
The Dough Story
For an exquisite dessert experience, The Dough Story is a must-visit. Its atmosphere blends refined luxury with a quirky flair, making it arguably the most Instagrammable café in Ridgeway Plaza.
The beautifully decorated cakes and desserts are just as delightful as the ambiance.
Try the eggless mango cheesecake, which has a mousse-like consistency and boasts a strong cheesy flavor complemented by sweet mango puree. The pistachio tres leches is perfectly moist without being overly sweet, allowing the roasted pistachio flavor to shine.
2) Pistachio Tres Leches ($13.70)
Website / Address: 3535 Odyssey Dr Unit 90, Mississauga, ON L5M 7N4
How to Get to Ridgeway Plaza, Mississauga
Located at 4700 Ridgeway Dr., Ridgeway Plaza occupies the combined space of two adjacent centers: Erin Mills Centre and Platinum Centre.
You can visit Ridgeway Plaza any time of the year, making it an ideal destination for a food adventure:
Alternatively, you can take the GO Transit to Mississauga via train or bus, as multiple stops are conveniently available.
Ridgeway Plaza sees heavy foot traffic, so navigating the plaza can be a challenge. Drivers and pedestrians should exercise caution, particularly on weekends.
I was already blown away by the business on a Monday night (as depicted in the video) and can only imagine how crowded it can get on weekends or holidays.
Where to Stay: Hilton Mississauga Meadowvale
Conveniently situated off Highway 401 and near the Streetsville neighborhood, this family-friendly four-star hotel features a fitness center, both indoor and outdoor pools, and the area’s longest indoor waterslides.
I enjoyed a night at the Hilton Mississauga Meadowvale in their Corner Room featuring one king bed. This spacious room includes complimentary WiFi, a balcony, city views, a seating area, and a sofa bed, along with the following amenities:
- Multi-port desk with HDTV display and ergonomic chair
- Clock radio with MP3 connection
- Hot beverage station (coffee and tea)
- Mini-fridge (more spacious than the one in the Deluxe Two Queen Room that I previously stayed in)
- Microwave
- Daily newspaper (available upon request)
Website / Address: 6750 Mississauga Rd, Mississauga, ON L5N 2L3
Reviews and pricing: Booking.com / Agoda
Map: Ridgeway Plaza Mississauga
To assist with your food tour planning, here’s a map of all the spots in Ridgeway Plaza featured in this guide.
As Mississauga’s largest food plaza, Ridgeway Plaza truly offers a variety of dining options and cuisines. I hope this culinary guide provides insight into some of the best places to eat and drink at Ridgeway Plaza.
Let me know in the comments which spots you have tried and those you are excited to explore!
I’m always seeking recommendations, so please share any Ridgeway Plaza restaurants you believe I should try on my next visit.
This travel guide is part of a culinary project in collaboration with Visit Mississauga! As always, all thoughts and opinions are entirely my own, and I conducted thorough research on these restaurants.
Learn more about Visit Mississauga on their official website.
