Tukes Taphouse, a family-friendly taphouse at 113 E. Main St. in Battle Ground, has changed ownership after operating for two years. The location opened Dec. 9, 2023, and has been acquired by BG Hospitality Collective, a Maddox-affiliated hospitality group.
The business was founded by Nick and Lindsey Maze, who said they decided to sell as they look toward other ventures. Service will continue uninterrupted, with a grand re-opening planned for spring 2026.
“We created a great place that is loved by the community. We’re confident that the new owners will be the right team to carry Tukes Taphouse forward,” Lindsey Maze, who served as general manager, said in a news release.
BG Hospitality Collective operates several community-focused hospitality projects in Battle Ground, including Al & Ernie's Bakery Café and the Battle Ground Farmers Market. The Battle Ground Hospitality Collective is owned by Camden Spiller and Mac Spiller, the brothers who own Maddox Industrial Transformer in Battle Ground. Community Engagement and Events Manager Kirsten Nelson said the collective’s mission centers on connection and place.
“The mission of Battle Ground Hospitality Collective is to strengthen community by creating welcoming, thoughtfully designed spaces and experiences that bring people together,” she wrote in an email to The Reflector.
Nelson said Tukes Taphouse’s location in Old Town Battle Ground was a perfect fit for BG Hospitality Collective.
“It aligns with our vision to enhance locally owned and operated hospitality offerings while honoring and preserving the history of Old Town Battle Ground,” Nelson said.
James Townley, general manager of Tukes Taphouse on behalf of BG Hospitality Collective, said customers should expect thoughtful changes focused on comfort and flexibility.
“We plan to honor the founders’ original vision while continuing to improve and develop this business,” Townley said in a news release.
According to Nelson, early plans include evaluating the space to better serve guests year-round and to expand the venue's community use.
“Initially, it will be business as usual as we assess and plan some thoughtful updates, but we’re currently evaluating the space to understand how we can enhance the dining options with better seating during the rainy season, and for ways we can utilize the facility as (a) venue rental space for parties, corporate, community, and family events,” Nelson wrote.
BG Hospitality Collective also plans to retain existing staff while adding new positions.
“One of the things we love about restaurants is the ability to create jobs for the community, so we plan to keep as many of the existing employees as possible and expect to be hiring more staff in the weeks ahead,” Nelson wrote.
Looking ahead to the spring 2026 grand re-opening, Nelson said the goal is to balance familiarity with long-term investment in the space and team.
“The spring 2026 grand re-opening will feel both familiar and new. The community can expect a refreshed space, improved flow and comfort. We’re investing in the kitchen, the dining experience, and the team to make this a family-friendly place that our community is proud to have in Battle Ground for decades to come,” she wrote.
