The City of Mississauga Responds to Concerns by Imposing New Restrictions on Ridgeway Plaza Restaurants
After facing numerous complaints regarding noise, congestion, and security issues at Ridgeway Plaza, the City of Mississauga has taken action by implementing new regulations on restaurants located at this popular west-end destination.
At a recent meeting at Mississauga city hall, the city council approved a significant bylaw amendment that will alter the restrictions on the number of restaurants allowed to operate within the plaza. One of the key objectives is to reduce the total number of restaurants by 15 percent.
Under the updated regulations, existing establishments will retain their operating permits but will be prohibited from expanding their current spaces. This 15 percent reduction is expected to occur naturally as businesses close over time, according to city officials.
Despite a petition opposing these changes, which was presented to the council, expressing concerns about potential job losses and revenue declines, Ward 8 Coun. Matt Mahoney emphasized the importance of finding a balance that does not harm the existing businesses.
Mahoney, who represents the area where Ridgeway Plaza is situated, explained that the aim is to address parking shortages, maintain safety standards within the plaza, and mitigate the current challenges faced by the community in the long term.
The plaza currently houses over 100 establishments, leading to parking shortages that contribute to increased traffic, noise levels, and safety issues, particularly during evenings and weekends, as highlighted by a study commissioned by the City of Mississauga.
Since 2022, municipal officials have received 112 complaints related to Ridgeway Plaza. Notably, in 2025, the City of Mississauga took action to curb gatherings on the property through a temporary injunction.
While these changes are intended to improve the situation at Ridgeway Plaza, they have elicited mixed reactions from business owners and operators in the area. Manjot Singh, the operator of Brar’s Erin Mills, expressed frustration over the penalties faced by businesses and emphasized the need for accountability on the city’s part.
Singh highlighted the financial strain placed on restaurant owners, who are grappling with increased security costs due to the prevailing challenges at the plaza. With operational margins already tight, he stressed the importance of the City of Mississauga collaborating with businesses to find a resolution rather than passing the burden onto them.