Barside Lounge & Grill Menu

🎰 Barside Lounge & Grill in Kamloops, located inside Chances Casino on Halston Ave, is a lively spot for hearty comfort food, cold drinks, and great deals. Known for customer favorites like nachos, ribs, fish tacos, and jambalaya, this casual lounge also offers happy hour specials, live music, and UFC nights. With free parking, transit access, and a fun casino-side atmosphere, Barside is a go-to dining and entertainment destination in Kamloops.

Barside Lounge & Grill menu in Kamloops:

🍴 Savoury Snacks

• Buenos Nachos

  A generous platter of nachos piled high with cheese, fresh toppings, and all the fixings. Add protein for extra flair.

• Bubblin’ Baked Brie

  Oven-baked brie, gooey and golden, served with accompaniments for dipping.

• When I Dip, You Sip, Spin Dip

  Creamy spinach and artichoke dip, perfect with crispy chips.

• Crackin’ Crab Cake

  Golden crab cake with a crisp exterior and tender seafood centre.

• Lord of the Wings

  A mighty serving of chicken wings with your choice of sauces.

• Let’s “Taco” About It Salad

  A lively taco-inspired salad loaded with fresh greens, cheese, and zesty toppings.

• Squid Pro Quo

  Tender calamari fried crisp and served with dipping sauce.

• Take ’em to the Greek Prawns

  Prawns tossed in Mediterranean flavours, bright and savoury.

• Bunch o’ Dry Ribs

  Classic dry ribs, seasoned and shareable.

• Hold the Lime, Margherita Flatbread

  A crisp flatbread topped with fresh tomato, mozzarella, and basil.

• Little Italy Flatbread

  Italian-inspired flatbread layered with savoury toppings.

• Carbonara Later Flatbread

  Creamy, cheesy, and smoky flatbread with a carbonara twist.

• Just Beet It Salad

  A vibrant beet salad, hearty and refreshing.

• Soup du Jour

  Ask about today’s freshly made soup.

• Upstream Fish Tacos

  Soft tacos filled with seasoned fish, fresh garnishes, and sauce.

• Caesar, Ruler of Romaine

  Crisp romaine, creamy Caesar dressing, and classic toppings.

• Unbe-Leaf-Able Greens

  Fresh garden greens tossed with seasonal ingredients.

🍔 Handheld & Grilled

• Electri-Fried Chicken

  Crispy fried chicken sandwich with all the fixings.

• Meet Me at Barside

  A customizable house burger — add bacon, mushrooms, or a fried egg to make it your own.

• The Full Monty Cristo

  A decadent Monte Cristo sandwich, golden and indulgent.

• All Rye, All Rye, All Rye Reuben

  A hearty rye Reuben stacked with corned beef, sauerkraut, and Swiss cheese.

• Brie Me the Turkey

  Roast turkey layered with creamy brie for a comforting combo.

• Let the “Beet” Drop Burger

  A creative burger with earthy beet flavours.

• Tales from the Beef Dip

  Classic beef dip sandwich served with au jus.

• “Optimus” Prime Rib

  A prime rib sandwich packed with bold flavour.

• All My Chicken Club

  A triple-stacked chicken club, hearty and satisfying.

🍽️ Main Course

• Chow “Mein” Event

  A playful noodle dish packed with flavour.

• Raising the Steak Sandwich

  A steak lover’s sandwich with all the trimmings.

• Jambo Jambalaya

  A lively Cajun-inspired rice dish with bold spices.

• Take Me to the Seafood Linguine

  A pasta loaded with fresh seafood and a savoury sauce.

• Baby Got Back Ribs

  Fall-off-the-bone ribs glazed to perfection.

• Chicken Marsala

  Classic Italian-style chicken with a rich marsala wine sauce.

• Schnitzel My Pork

  Crispy breaded pork schnitzel with a comforting finish.

• Chicken, Ribs & The Kitchen Sink

  A feast-worthy plate of meaty favourites, big enough to share.

• From the Sea Fish ’n’ Chips

  Golden battered fish served with crisp fries.

• Mongolian Penne

  Pasta tossed with bold Mongolian-inspired flavours.

🍰 Desserts

• Barside Cheesecake

  Freshly baked in-house daily — ask for today’s flavour.

• Barside Tiramisu

  Coffee-soaked ladyfingers layered with mascarpone and cocoa, whipped into a velvety treat.

• Chocolate Cake

  A rich chocolate indulgence — ask about the flavour of the day.

🍻 Weekly Specials

Enjoy daily deals and featured events throughout the week.

• Sunday – Souvlaki Sunday

  20% off souvlaki entrées with an Encore Card

• Monday – Burger & Beer

  Burger Mondays with $2 off Lakeboat Lager

• Tuesday – Wing Night & Cocktails

  $9 wings after 3 pm · $2 off Paralyzers & Martinis

• Wednesday – Midweek Refresh

  $6.50 Corona & Margaritas

• Thursday – Prime Rib & Pints

  Prime Rib Dinner at 5 pm · $2 off Red Wine · $15 Bud & Bud Light Buckets (3)

• Friday – Wine & Live Music

  $2 off White Wine · $1 off Bud & Bud Light · Live Entertainment from 6–9 pm

• Saturday – Weekend Specials

  $2 off 1oz Highballs · Live Entertainment at 6 pm or UFC on the big screen

🍹 Barside Lounge Happy Hour Menu

Available Daily from 2 PM – 5 PM & 7:30 PM to Close

🍔 Bites

• Barside Slider

  House-made beef patty with aioli, iceberg lettuce, pickles, stacked on a mini brioche bun. Served with shoestring fries.

• Garlic Butter Tiger Prawns

  Served with rosemary focaccia and fresh lemon.

• Half Poutine

  House gravy and cheese curds.

  Add pulled pork or taco beef +$2

• Spicy Kung Pao Chicken Bites

  Tempura chicken tossed in Kung Pao sauce with crispy farkay noodles, sesame seeds, cilantro, and lime.

• Mini Italian Flatbread

  Tomato sauce, salami, pepperoni, chorizo, mozzarella, and banana peppers.

🍺 Drinks

• Budweiser & Bud Light

• Red or White 6oz House Wine

• Soma Cider

• Grapefruit Verve

🎰 Gaming Menu

🥪 Handhelds

• Grilled Cheese

  Golden, buttery bread filled with gooey melted cheese — a simple classic that always pays out.

• Nathan’s Hot Dog

  Juicy hot dog served in a soft bun, a quick bite that’s a sure bet for flavor.

• Roast Beef Sandwich

  Tender slices of roast beef stacked on fresh bread, a hearty win for any appetite.

🍟 Small Bites

• French Fries

  Crispy, golden fries that make the perfect side or snack between games.

• Fried Pickles

  Tangy pickle chips coated in a crunchy breading — a snack worth gambling on.

• Onion Rings

  Thick-cut onions fried to a crispy golden brown, a jackpot of flavor in every bite.

• Pork Bites

  Juicy, seasoned pork pieces served hot and savory — bold flavor in a small package.

• Chicken Strips

  Crispy breaded chicken strips, tender on the inside and perfect for dipping.

📖 See the current Barside Lounge & Grill menu on their website

🍴 Customer Favorite Menu Items

• Buenos Nachos

  A piled-high plate of tortilla chips layered with cheese, salsa, and toppings — a shareable classic.

• Squid Pro Quo

  Lightly fried calamari served golden crisp with zesty dipping sauce.

• Electri-Fried Chicken Sandwich

  Crispy chicken breast stacked on a bun with all the fixings — a guest favorite handheld.

• Jambo Jambalaya

  A hearty Cajun-style dish loaded with chicken, shrimp, sausage, and bold spices.

• Baby Got Back Ribs

  Fall-off-the-bone ribs glazed in rich sauce and paired with classic sides.

• Barside Tiramisu

  House-made Italian dessert layered with coffee-soaked ladyfingers and mascarpone cream.

• Upstream Fish Tacos

  Fresh fish wrapped in tortillas, topped with crunchy slaw and tangy sauce.

🍹 Dining Experience

• Casual and welcoming, with a lively buzz from its location inside Chances Casino.

• Spacious seating with booths, tables, and screens for sports and entertainment.

• Live music and UFC screenings on weekends, adding to the energetic vibe.

• Daily specials and affordable happy hour deals keep locals coming back.

🅿️ Parking & Accessibility

• Large free on-site parking lot at Chances Casino.

• Accessible by Kamloops transit routes with stops nearby on Halston Ave.

• Fully wheelchair accessible with wide entryways and ramps.

📍 Landmarks & Location

• Located inside Chances Casino, perfect for pre- or post-gaming dining.

• Conveniently just off Hwy 5 for easy access to other parts of Kamloops.

• Close to hotels and shopping in the Halston Ave area.

🛍️ Ordering Options

• Full dine-in service with attentive, friendly staff.

• Takeout available on most menu items.

• Popular weekly deals like $9 wings, $2 off wine, and prime rib night.

⭐ Customer Feedback

• Guests love the generous portions and value for money.

• Staff are often praised as friendly and attentive.

• Atmosphere is fun and lively, especially during events and game nights.

• Some mention longer wait times on busy evenings.

This menu was last updated: 2 weeks ago.