2 Best Restaurants in Okanagan Wine Country, British Columbia

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Like the California wine regions, Okanagan has attracted gourmands, and the restaurants reflect that. They also benefit from the amazing fruit harvest here. From summer to fall, every month reaps a harvest of different fruits, from cherries and plums to nectarines, peaches, and several varieties of apples.

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.
4870 Chute Lake Rd., BC, V1W 4M3, Canada
250-764–8000
Known For
  • Organic fare sourced straight from their garden
  • Artisanal cheeses
  • Extensive organic and biodynamic wine list

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Waterfront Wines Restaurant

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The kind of laid-back place every neighborhood should have, this bistro and wine bar concentrates on small—and larger—plates paired with local wines. Appetizers range from wagyu tartare to grilled broccoli and broccolini salad. If you're in the mood for something heartier, you might try the duck breast with ricotta gnocchi or the tender flat iron steak.

104–1180 Sunset Dr., BC, V1Y 9W6, Canada
250-979–1222
Known For
  • Staff know their wine, heed their suggestions
  • Friendly, casual vibe
  • Tapas selection
Restaurant Details
Closed Sun. and Mon. No lunch

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