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Riverdale West

Riverdale West in Hamilton, ON — shopping, food, do.

4 parks & green spaces · 60 places to eat

— open now 219 places mapped 30 events this week
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The quick read

Is Riverdale West a good place to live?

Riverdale West has 12 parks and green spaces, 60 places to eat, and 152 shops and services mapped within the neighbourhood. There are 80 homes currently for sale here. Use the guide below to judge the day-to-day fit for you.

What are homes like in Riverdale West?

There are 80 homes for sale in and around Riverdale West, priced from $249,900 to $1,599,999 (median about $699,900). See the Homes page for current listings.

What is Riverdale West known for?

Riverdale West is known locally for its 60-strong food and drink scene.

What's happening in Riverdale West this week?

There are 30 events on this week in and around Riverdale West, from local listings — see the Events page for dates and details.

Who is Riverdale West best for?

Based on what's here, Riverdale West suits families and the outdoors, food lovers, shopping and errands.

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    Three hand-picked days through Riverdale West, every stop a real place.

    Slow morning

    Coffee, a green stroll, an easy lunch

    1. Morning Coffee Culture Coffee Shop
    2. Stroll Lake Avenue Park Park
    3. Lunch Kings Buffet Restaurant
    4. Treat Subway Sandwich
    5. Browse Food Basics Supermarket
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    Get outside

    Trails, parks, and a laid-back bite

    1. Trailhead Red Hill Valley Trail 2.6 km
    2. Picnic Sam Manson Park Park
    3. Grab a bite Chuck's Roadhouse Burger
    4. Run around Green Acres Park Park
    5. Casual dinner Twice the Deal Pizza Pizza
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    Culture & flavours

    Heritage, local shops, a proper dinner

    1. History GoodLife Fitness Fitness Centre
    2. Coffee Five Guys Burger
    3. Local shop Lococo's Supermarket
    4. Dinner out Mucho Burrito Mexican
    5. Tonight Showtime for Dunkirk in 35mm playing Jun 20, 2026 at 7:00 PM - Playhouse Sat Jun 20
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    Through the lens

    Places in this neighbourhood, as photographed by the people who know it.

    Supergas Cannabis
    Northern Reflections
    U-Haul
    Aadhya Food
    Hasty Market
    Joy's Cafe
    International Clothiers
    Mark's
    Amber
    Speedy Money
    2 for 1 Royal Pizza & Wings
    EZ Rides
    Fashion Studio
    Hakim Optical
    Guardian
    Midas
    Urban Planet
    Taj Restaurant
    PetSmart
    West 49
    Copy Point
    H. Williams Jewellery
    Jimmy the Greek
    Hearing Solutions
    Subway

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    Could you live here?

    Falling for Riverdale West? Ask our local insider what it's really like to call this neighbourhood home — schools, the commute, the quiet streets, what's on the market right now.

    Around town this week

    Fresh from local news covering Riverdale West and the surrounding area.

    Woman facing charges related to child sexual abuse material worked with at-risk youth in NiagaraCBC Hamilton · Jun 18Six Nations calls out Brantford, Ont., councillor who sees land acknowledgments as 'virtue signalling'CBC Hamilton · Jun 18Niagara councillor says public health should help oversee redevelopment of contaminated former GM siteCBC Hamilton · Jun 18Federal Court challenge says Canada failed to protect refugees turned back at Fort Erie, Ont., borderCBC Hamilton · Jun 18Ontario's legislature is set for its shortest sitting in decades. Here's what it means for the Ford governmentCBC Hamilton · Jun 18Wind warning in effect for Norfolk, Niagara and Haldimand; Burlington could see more rainCBC Hamilton · Jun 18
    Get directions Parking · 148 lots Where to stay — of 10 open now

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    Good to know

    What is there to do in Riverdale West?

    Riverdale West has 4 parks and green spaces, 60 places to eat, and landmarks like local landmarks. Use the curated day plan, or jump straight to Eat, Do, Events, Parks, Shop, or Homes.

    Where should I park in Riverdale West?

    Most of Riverdale West is residential with free street and lot parking near the parks and main streets. See Getting Here for mapped lots.

    How do I get to Riverdale West?

    Riverdale West sits in Hamilton, Ontario, reachable by car, by transit, or by the local trails for cyclists.

    Can I see homes for sale in Riverdale West?

    Yes — the Homes page lists houses currently for sale in and around Riverdale West, and can connect you with a local agent.