Sunfire Pizzeria Maple Ridge has been turning out wood-fired pizzas in the heart of Maple Ridge since 2016, and they’re the place locals name first when they want a reliably great pizza. What makes them stand out is their 10-foot stone hearth oven and a menu built around crisp, blistered crusts that char just right. Walk in and you’ll smell real wood smoke, not fake flavouring, and you’ll notice the open prep counter where you can watch dough tossed by hand.

Their menu covers more than just classic pies. Expect a 12-inch Margherita with house-made tomato passata and fresh Fior di Latte, a 16-inch Pepperoni Inferno with double-cooked pepperoni and pickled jalapeños, and a seasonal Fig & Prosciutto offering that changes with local produce. They also make thin-crust Roman squares by the tray for take-home family nights, a selection of Calabrese sandwiches on house focaccia, and salads like the roasted beet and goat cheese with maple vinaigrette. They offer gluten-friendly crusts and vegan cheese options, and pizzas are available for dine-in, pickup or delivery through their online ordering system.

The team is a tight unit of long-time neighbourhood pros, many with 5 to 8 years at Sunfire, trained in dough handling, oven management and safe food practices. Service is friendly and fast, with pizzas leaving the oven in 6 to 8 minutes. Staff will recommend pairings, suggest spice levels and package orders for easy reheating. They run a loyalty program on their website that tracks free pizzas after every 10 purchases.

People choose Sunfire because it feels local, not like a chain. They cater community events, support Ridge Meadows Minor Hockey fundraisers, and source seasonal produce from nearby farms when possible. Practical, tasty, familiar — Sunfire is the pizza place Maple Ridge trusts. Phone: 604-477-8111. Website: https://order.toasttab.com/online/sunfire-pizzeria-maple-ridge-22265-dewdney-trunk-road