A Foodie’s Fall Favourites in Kelowna

Nothing says extending summer into fall like fresh, local food harvested right down the road—paired with refreshing sips to match. Here are our top 12 dining picks in Kelowna for every type of foodie.

1. 19 Okanagan

Known for: Patio views and casual fine dining

Overlooking Okanagan Lake and the scenic Two Eagles Golf Course, 19 Okanagan blends casual dishes and shareable plates with fine dining for a meal to re-energize after a day golfing or touring Kelowna.

2. Bliss Bakery – Peachland

Known for: Lunch and fresh baked goods

Selling more than just muffins and pastries, Bliss Bakery’s Peachland location is great for a lunch looking out at the lake eating one of its sandwiches, soups, lasagnas or shepherd’s pie.

3. Broken Anchor

Known for: Sustainably sourced seafood and great gluten-free options

With 100 percent sustainably sourced seafood, the Broken Anchor’s menu includes items from classic fish and chips to tacos, sandwiches, chowders and stews. Celiac and gluten-free folks can also rest easy knowing the restaurant only uses gluten-free ingredients in its fryers.

4. Bouchon’s Bistro

Known for: French fine dining

Whether it’s the tasting menu or dining à la carte, enjoy authentic French cuisine in the heart of Kelowna for an upscale dinner or to commemorate a special moment.

5. Derrick’s Steakhouse

Known for: The steaks (of course!) and sides made with local produce

You can’t knock the steaks and protein entrées at Derrick’s Steakhouse, but don’t sleep on the long menu of sides prepared with local ingredients. Also try the thoughtfully curated cocktail menu to raise a glass over dinner.

6. The Galley

Known for: Lakeside marina views and refreshing coffee drinks

Stop at The Galley at the Kelowna Yacht Club on your lakeside stroll to refuel on the dog-friendly patio, whether it’s with a classic coffee, smoothie (or something stronger like beer or wine), and enjoy salads, sandwiches or house-made gelato.

7. Home Block at CedarCreek Estate Winery

Known for: Wine-inspired dishes with locally sourced ingredients

With ingredients sourced from local farms, ranchers and the restaurant’s own gardens, the Home Block Restaurant’s “terroir to table dining” menu takes inspiration from the region’s quintessential export (and the restaurant’s home base): wine.

8. Maestro’s at Manteo

Known for: Mediterranean cuisine with a lakeside patio

Seafood-inspired, locally sourced and generously flavoured, menu items like focaccia, gyros and pasta at Maestro’s bring a taste of the Mediterranean to Okanagan Lake’s shores.

9. Sunny’s Modern Diner

Known for: Brunch (near the beach)

From renowned B.C. chef Rod Butters, Sunny’s breakfast and brunch menu features some excellent dishes playing with chicken and eggs. And with this spot named after the owner’s golden retriever, it’s sure to be a joy to eat brunch by the beach.

10. Terrace Restaurant at Mission Hill Winery

Known for: Seasonal tasting menus and local ingredients

As the seasons change, so do the tasting menus at Terrace Restaurant at Mission Hill Estate Winery. This means the meals always stay fresh and inspired by the local ingredients ripe that time of year.

11. The Bread Company

Known for: Bread, baked goods and brunch

It’s in the name: the Bread Company’s baked goods and bread are this bakery and cafe’s specialties. Baking has been a family profession with the owners for five generations, too. Don’t underestimate the breakfast and lunch menus at this restaurant’s three locations either.

12. Waterfront Wines Restaurant

Known for: Being one of Kelowna’s original farm-to-table restaurants

For an adults-only dining experience (guests must be 19+), head to Waterfront Wines Restaurant, where the premium wine and cocktail list pairs with local and organic produce to create flavourful, seasonal plates.

5 Hidden Gem Sips in Kelowna

Ready to switch glasses up from wine to spirits? Here are 5 spots to sip that (mostly) aren’t wineries.

Copper Brewing – For Craft Beer

This craft beer and kitchen is your go-to spot for local brew. With 20 house-made beers on tap, a creative cocktail list and a unique menu of quality pub fare (think gourmet hot dogs, a poutine bar and variations on Southern fried chicken sandwiches), Copper Brewing is the place to be any day of the week. Dogs will love it too on the pet-friendly patio.

Luckhurst Farm & Distillery – For Vodka, Gin and Limoncello

For stronger spirits, head to Luckhurst Farm & Distillery. Crafting vodka, gin, limoncello and whiskey, there are a few options to sip the spirits, whether it’s straight up, to cocktail samples or purchasing a full-sized cocktail on the outdoor picnic area. Don’t miss the family farm either (also a bookable venue), home to chickens, mini fainting goats, ducks, honeybees, giant rabbits and miniature horses.

Meadow Vista Honey Wines – For Honey Wines (Mead)

While technically Meadow Vista is a winery, it also isn’t in the traditional sense—and that’s what makes this crafter a great place to sample its award-winning mead. Aside from honey wine tastings, check out the Meadow Vista Bistro for some light bites to accompany the honey wine or go on a bee tour to learn about beekeeping and the farm.

Okanagan Spirits (Kelowna and Vernon) – For Liqueur, Whiskey, Absinthe and More

Okanagan Spirits started by distilling premium vodka and gin that reflect the local terroir. The company has since grown, with locations in Kelowna and Vernon, and even started making Canada’s first genuine absinthe in 2007. From drop-in tastings to curated tours (for whiskey lovers, gin aficionados and more), there’s a long list of staff picks, new releases and award-winning spirits to sample and shop.

Wards Hard Cider – For Cider

With apple orchards in the Okanagan Valley, Wards’ Cider in Southeast Kelowna crafts gluten-free, organic, local ciders. Head to the tasting room to try the local ciders on offer, or shop online from the traditional craft ciders, cocktail ciders and low-calorie tea-infused ciders. This local cidery has been growing for over a century, with original trees planted in the early 1900s still giving fruit today.

Learn more about Kelowna’s must-visit spots at tourismkelowna.com/explore/spots/foodie and tourismkelowna.com/explore/spots/sip.