5 Best Restaurants in Okanagan Wine Country, British Columbia

Old Vines Restaurant

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This contemporary eatery at Quails' Gate Winery is open throughout the year, making it a good choice for off-season visits. When the weather is fine, you can dine on the patio overlooking the lake. Menu choices are a balance of seafood, meat and options for vegetarians, too. The staff is attentive and knowledgeable about wine pairings.

Oliver Eats Ltd.

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This charming little delicatessen has strong ties with local farmers and chefs, offering delicious homemade food to-go like frittata, soups and sandwiches, as well as everything you need to create the perfect charcuterie board or picnic.

Summerhill Sunset Organic Bistro

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When the sun cooperates, the skies here become a dazzling array of salmon, orange, pink, and turquoise as dusk approaches. The food is impressive enough, though, that you'll be lingering over every mouthful long after the sun goes down. In addition to salads and soups, there are expertly prepared dishes like strip loin served with garden salsa verde. There are also options for those who have vegan and gluten-free diets. Make sure to share a plate of artisanal cheeses and breads. Before dinner, try to schedule a tour of the winery's pyramid, fashioned after the one in Egypt.

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The Bear, The Fish, The Root & The Berry

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Located at Spirit Ridge Resort on the traditional land of the Syilx people of the Okanagan Nation, this restaurant's name and menu is largely inspired by its Indigenous roots. The "Root" offerings range from maple roasted delicata squash to bannock with a white bean sumac spread, The "Fish" options include salmon, lingcod, and clams, The Bear (aka meat) will have you feasting on bison and duck, and as for The Berry (dessert), get ready to dig into honey and pear pavlova and assorted homemade sorbets.

Wayne & Freda

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This charming little coffee shop in downtown Penticton, named after the owners' grandparents, serves everything from your standard cup of java to smoothies, breakfast sandwiches, healthy veggie-packed bowls, and more. The perfect spot for a morning cup of coffee to-go, a quick afternoon bite, or a longer day of catching up on emails or reading a book.