Diners' Choice: Innovative restaurants in Okanagan / Wine Country

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Updated July 05, 2025

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hello darlin'

5.0

5 (12)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Speakeasy

Kelowna

About the restaurant

welcome to kelowna's only honky-tonk speakeasy, now open.

Top review

Faye

Dined 7 days ago

Hello darling was amazing Teagan our server was amazing!

Kin & Folk Penticton

4.9

4.9 (215)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Contemporary Asian

Penticton / Naramata

About the restaurant

Our Why:
Some of our fondest memories are those created with family and friends (Kin & Folk) surrounded by delicious food while celebrating any occasion worth getting together. Kin & Folk, a refined neighborhood restaurant is focused on bringing its community together to connect, celebrate and indulge.

Our Food
Driven by his heritage, chef has created a menu with asian flavours at its core. He draws inspiration from global cuisines, contemporary techniques, fresh ingredients and local producers to create a truly unique experience.

Our Cocktails
Our drink menu features a list of carefully crafted and exciting cocktails that are influenced by the classics with a cheeky spin! Each cocktail uses a combination of traditional, unique, local and fresh ingredients meant to intrigue and delight, sip after sip.

Top review

OpenTable Diner

Dined 1 day ago

One of the most delicious meals ever! The combination of unusual flavours and foods was incredible! Loved it so much that we are going to Kin & Folk in Kelowna on way home! Highly highly recommend this extraordinary food experience… much more than a meal!:)))

Bernie's

4.8

4.8 (480)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Fusion / Eclectic

Kelowna

About the restaurant

Bernie’s Kitchen | Bar| Cinema is a boutique theatre experience in downtown Kelowna, BC. Our screen plays a mix of retro and new(ish)-release films, and yes, you can enjoy them with some top-notch food and drink!

We’re excited to bring the movies back to Bernard Ave., but we also love a great meal. The first floor and mezzanine at Bernie’s are where you’ll find artisan cocktails, one-of-a-kind wines, local craft beer, and truly tasty dishes. Our dinner menu is a uniquely Justin Best creation, with influences from all over the Spanish diaspora and beyond.

Head up one more flight of stairs from the restaurant to find a cinema like no other. Comfortable and stylish seating, food and beverage options outside the concession norm (don’t worry, we’ve got the classics too), and of course, motion pictures that are sure to entertain!

Visit us at Bernie’s on Bernard for an unparalleled experience in the Okanagan. We’ll see you at the movies.

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ChelseaVIP

Dined 2 days ago

Another amazing meal and the service was awesome- thank you!!!!

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'Summer Solstice' $49 Three-Course

Salt & Brick - Kelowna

4.8

4.8 (815)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Contemporary Canadian

Kelowna

About the restaurant

Salt & Brick is Kelowna's go-to destination for a unique culinary experience.

Under the talented direction from Head Chef, Erik Fassbind, Salt & Brick features a Fresh Sheet Menu that changes daily. Each share plate is thoughtfully crafted by our talented team, highlighting the best local ingredients. Our one-of-a-kind food is combined with unique wines that are carefully curated to compliment any bite.

Whether you're treating yourself to a special night out or simply embracing the joy of good food and great company, Salt & Brick is the perfect spot. Our passionate team ensures every visit is not just a meal, but an unforgettable experience - turning guests into friends.

Reserve your table today and make every day worth celebrating!

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Kobi

Dined 5 days ago

We had a great evening at Salt & Brick, Food was a la Carte which makes for a fun experience trying all the different dishes served. My only beef (pardon the pun) was that my wife is Vegan, I found Salt & Brick through Trip Advisor that stated Salt & Brick to be in the Top Ten Vegan dining destinations in Kelowna. It was my wifes birthday, So it was important for her dietary needs to be paramount for her Birthday experience. When she asked our Server if they had a Vegan menu our server was shocked she asked, and was equally shocked to find out that they are stated to be on the Top Ten list for Vegan dining in Kelowna according to Trip Advisor. The kitchen took great care of my wifes needs, and the overall experience was great otherwise, But they are definitely not a Vegan dining destination...Steak was amazing for the record...Just sayin!

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Experience

Happy Hour: Sip, Snack, & Chat

Infusions Restaurant - Okanagan College

4.8

4.8 (326)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Farm-to-table

Kelowna

About the restaurant

Infusions Restaurant on the Okanagan College Kelowna campus showcases the exceptional talent of Culinary Arts students. Indulge in dishes like pecan-crusted rack of lamb with minted apple and potato gnocchi, or cornmeal apple cake with warm caramel sauce and mascarpone ice cream. Visit the Infusions Restaurant website to view all the delicious menu choices offered at reasonable prices for dinner as well as special seasonal menus.

*Restaurant hours are subject to change pending student curriculum.

Top review

Corrie

Dined 1 day ago

Great food and service from the wait staff, chef and culinary students. 5/5 would go again. Be sure to make a reservation.

Gather

4.8

4.8 (976)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Contemporary Italian

Kelowna

About the restaurant

At Gather, we curate intimate dining experiences. Our tables are designed for small groups, with many cozy settings. We offer reservations for up to groups of six. For larger parties we do offer one large table that accommodates up to 10 guest for our “TASTE OF GATHER” experience. Please contact paulo@coccarogroup.com for our “TASTE OF GATHER”.

Gather is a neighbourhood Korean & Italian restaurant, located at the base of the Innovation Center, that draws from both owners Chef Sung Ji Park and Luigi Coccaro’s heritage. Gather draws from both of Chef Sung Ji Park and Luigi Coccaro’s family connection as well, and was designed as a place where family, friends and colleagues are able to gather around a table, to share in a true culinary experience. The menu features a variety of small, medium and large plates that lends to sharing, as is customary in both Korean and Italian culture.

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Chris

Dined 4 days ago

My wife and I came to Gather for our anniversary. We got a semi private table at the front that was pretty quiet. An anniversary surprise drink was greatly appreciated! We shared an olive plate and the crispy tofu to start. Both were excellent, but the tofu was really memorable. We had gnocchi and a burrata pesto salad as mains, and just barely managed to finish it all. The server Max was really charming, and made sure we were happy and having a good time. A little surprise dessert topped off a really nice dining experience! 10/10 would return and recommend. Thanks!

Six Degrees Bistro

4.8

4.8 (86)

CAN$51 and over

Contemporary Canadian

Kelowna

About the restaurant

Embark on a culinary journey with Chef Alessa Valdez, where the dinner table transforms into a magical realm. Our menu promises seasonable, sustainable delights—casual fine-dining at high altitude with weekly changes reflecting Chef Alessa's inspiration.

Choose from three exquisite options for each course during our exclusive three-course dinners at 5:45 or 8 pm, starting with a complimentary glass of bubbly. Sundays feature a six-course wine-paired extravaganza. Apres sessions return, exploring our curated wine list with exquisite fondue.

We happily accommodate dietary requirements; inform us in advance. Note, some dishes require 72 hours' preparation, a testament to our commitment to culinary excellence. Join us for a celebration where every bite tells a story, crafted by Chef Alessa Valdez for an extraordinary dining experience.

*Prices are subject to change

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RuthVIP

Dined on Mar 27, 2025

Wonderful experience. I can highly recommend the 4pm fondue and the 5:45pm 3 course menu. We look forward to our next visit, such a delightful setting, outstanding service, spectacular food & drinks!

Kin & Folk Kelowna

4.8

4.8 (23)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Contemporary Asian

Kelowna

About the restaurant

Kin & Folk Kelowna is a refined neighbourhood experience. Based on the principle that some of our fondest memories are those created with family and friends, we aim to deliver an environment built around connection. Driven by his heritage, our chef has created a menu with asian flavours at its core. He draws inspiration from global cuisines, contemporary techniques, fresh ingredients, and local producers to make Kin & Folk Kelowna a truly unique experience.

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Chris

Dined 2 days ago

Delicious food and cocktails, but it’s was cramped, loud, and expensive for portion size.

Socialē on Lake Shore

4.7

4.7 (219)

CAN$30 and under

Tapas / Small Plates

Penticton / Naramata

About the restaurant

Those behind Socialē by Villa Rosa have been offering consistently great food and wine from both B.C. and Italy for more than 15 years in Penticton. That food, which includes fresh, local produce, and wine complements the atmosphere and makes for an unforgettable experience.

Socialē, which is Okanagan family owned, is the cousin of Villa Rosa Ristorante, which is on hiatus. The soul of that restaurant will live on through Socialē. The Italian wine bar and coffee house has taken the best from Villa Rosa Ristorante and turned it into something even more unique and special.

Socialē is located at 950 Lakeshore Dr. W., in Penticton, mere steps from Okanagan Lake Beach.

Top review

Alexis

Dined 4 days ago

It was absolutely delicious! Friendly staff, food arrived fast, great vibes!

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The Bear, The Fish, The Root & The Berry

4.5

4.5 (1162)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Canadian

Osoyoos

About the restaurant

Modern Vineyard Cuisine inspired by our Indigenous roots. We proudly sit on the traditional land of the Syilx People of the Okanagan Nation. Our inspiration for the name of our new signature restaurant comes from a chaptik story passed down through the generations of our First Nations people of the Okanagan.
The Syilx People of the Okanagan Nation approach to food is based on the creation stories of their culture and we’ve taken their stories as the inspiration for the name of our restaurant: “The Bear, The Fish, The Root & The Berry,” based on the story of the Four Food Chiefs.
The Four Food Chiefs are central: Skimxist Black Bear (chief of animals, representing self-sacrifice, leadership, giving), Ntytikxw Chinook Salmon (water creatures, perseverance, hard work), Speetlum Bitterroot (plants below the round, relationships to the land) and Seeya Saskatoon Berry (plants above ground, growth, strength, community) are legendary and the elements of indigenous cuisine.

Top review

Laura

Dined today

As always, The Bear The Fish The Root and The Berry knock it out of the park. The food was incredible, service is top notch and ambience is so lovely.

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