Basil & Mint Kelowna

    🍃 Basil & Mint Restaurant & Bar in Kelowna delivers a refined West Coast dining experience with fresh, locally sourced ingredients and artfully crafted cocktails.

    Located inside Playa Del Sol Resort on Lakeshore Road, just steps from Okanagan Lake, it’s the perfect spot for romantic dinners, special occasions, or a stylish night out. With a menu inspired by seasonal flavors and a wine list featuring Okanagan vintages, Basil & Mint is a must-visit destination for fine dining in Kelowna.

    🌟 Known for Okanagan Valley Beet Salad, Chicken Supreme with Tarragon Sauce.

    🍽️ Basil & Mint Menu

    See the full Basil & Mint menu in Kelowna, including popular dishes and house favourites.

    🥗 À La Carte Menu

    An elevated à la carte selection featuring fresh salads, handcrafted starters, and chef-driven plates inspired by the Okanagan and classic European flavours.

    🥬 Starters

    Fresh Seasonal Soup

    Chef’s choice soup inspired by local Okanagan produce and changing seasons.

    Poached Pear Salad

    Radicchio, arugula, red onion, toasted walnuts, and white balsamic vinaigrette, finished with tender poached pear.

    Okanagan Valley Beet Salad

    Roasted beets with arugula, crumbled goat cheese, and basil–mint vinaigrette for a bright, earthy starter.

    Signature Caesar Salad

    Romaine hearts with Fraser Valley smoked bacon, aged parmesan, and anchovy garlic dressing.

    Add grilled chicken or prawns to make it a hearty main.

    Fraser Valley Duck Liver Pâté

    Rich duck liver pâté served with house-made crostini, red onion jam, and cornichons.

    Oven-Baked Escargots

    Escargots baked with sundried tomatoes, garlic, chipotle, and parsley butter, served with fresh garlic sourdough.

    Seared Scallops Wrapped in Prosciutto

    Pan-seared scallops wrapped in prosciutto with chipotle cream and a hint of lemon.

    Eggplant Napoleon

    Layered roasted eggplant with Grana Padano and tomato sauce for a satisfying vegetarian plate.

    House-Made Gnocchi

    Soft gnocchi with your choice of bright marinara or nutty brown butter sage, finished with aged parmesan.

    Beef Carpaccio

    Paper-thin beef with grainy mustard and caper vinaigrette, red onion, arugula, and aged parmesan.

    Truffle French Fries

    Crispy fries tossed with parmesan and served with roasted garlic aioli.

    House-Made Sourdough Garlic Bread

    Warm sourdough brushed with garlic butter, fresh from the oven.

    👨‍🍳 Chef’s Creations

    Signature plates that spotlight house-made pasta, premium seafood, and slow-simmered sauces.

    Truffled Mushroom Risotto

    Creamy risotto with mushrooms, truffle oil, arugula, and parmesan.

    Seafood Risotto

    Rich risotto with prawns, scallops, parmesan, white wine, lemon, and leeks.

    Spaghettini & Hand-Made Meatballs

    Tender hand-rolled meatballs in a slow-simmered marinara with herbs, garlic, and parmesan over spaghettini.

    Spaghettini Puttanesca

    Tomato sauce with olives, capers, garlic, chili flakes, and parmesan for a bold, briny pasta.

    Hand-Made Cavatelli Pasta

    Cavatelli with Fraser Valley chicken, sage walnut pesto, sundried tomatoes, and cream.

    Atlantic Lobster Ravioli

    Lobster-filled ravioli in a luxurious morel mushroom sauce with aged parmesan.

    House-Made Gnocchi Entrée

    Gnocchi with marinara, fresh basil, and parmesan.

    Add chorizo for extra depth and spice.

    🥩 Our Specialties

    House specialties featuring premium cuts, ocean-friendly seafood, and rustic European-style braises. Includes your choice of roasted potatoes, mashed potatoes, or lemon basmati rice. Seasonal vegetables are served family style.

    Sautéed Mexican Wild-Caught Prawns

    Wild prawns sautéed with tequila, lemon, cilantro, chili, and cream, served over basmati rice.

    Roasted BC Sablefish

    Buttery sablefish nestled in shrimp bisque with lemon-scented basmati rice.

    Chicken Parmesan

    Crispy breaded chicken breast with spaghettini, marinara, mozzarella, and parmesan.

    Angus Beef Bavette Steak

    9 oz bavette steak finished with rosemary Dijon demi-glace.

    Beef Tenderloin

    6 oz tenderloin served with classic peppercorn sauce.

    Boneless Short Ribs & Onions

    Slow-braised short ribs with red wine, rosemary, onions, and rich demi-glace.

    Braised Lamb Shank

    Lamb shank slowly cooked with herbs in a red wine demi-glace until fall-off-the-bone tender.

    Enhance your entrée with sautéed mushrooms or prawns for an elevated pairing.

    🍕 Wood-Stove Thin Crust Pizza

    Crisp, wood-fired thin crusts topped with gourmet ingredients, perfect for sharing or pairing with local wines.

    The Truffle Mushroom

    Bacon, mushrooms, fontina, and white truffle oil for a rich, savoury pie.

    Classic Margherita

    Tomato sauce, fresh mozzarella, garlic, basil, and olive oil—simple and timeless.

    Hawaiian Leilani

    Ham, bacon, pineapple, and mozzarella for a sweet-and-savoury favourite.

    Braised Beef Short Rib

    Braised short rib with mozzarella, mushrooms, pickled onion, and horseradish cream.

    Roasted Vegetable

    Fontina, red onion, basil pesto, arugula, and balsamic over roasted vegetables.

    🍰 Desserts

    Classic, house-made desserts that pair beautifully with coffee, dessert wine, or a final glass of bubbly.

    Vanilla Crème Brûlée

    Silky vanilla custard with a crisp caramelized sugar top.

    Classic Italian Tiramisu

    Espresso-soaked ladyfingers layered with mascarpone and cocoa.

    Limoncello Cheesecake with Raspberry Coulis

    Bright, citrusy cheesecake finished with tangy raspberry coulis.

    Chocolate Mousse with White Chocolate & Raspberry Coulis

    Decadent chocolate mousse balanced by white chocolate and raspberry.

    Apple Spiced Sorbet with Fresh Berries

    Refreshing apple spiced sorbet with seasonal berries.

    👧 Children’s Menu

    Kid-friendly favourites with flexible sides, perfect for family dining.

    Chicken Fingers

    Crispy chicken tenders served with fries or a fresh green salad.

    Grilled Cheese Sandwich

    Golden grilled cheese sandwich with fries or green salad.

    Spaghettini & Meatballs

    Spaghettini with roasted tomato sauce, meatballs, and asiago cheese.

    Cheese Pizza

    Thin crust pizza with classic tomato sauce and melted cheese.

    🍽️ 3 Course Menu

    A refined three-course set menu that showcases seasonal Okanagan ingredients, classic Italian technique, and elegant plating for a special night out.

    🥗 Starters

    Freshly Created Seasonal Soup

    Chef’s daily soup crafted from local, in-season ingredients; a warm and flavourful start to your meal.

    Okanagan Poached Pear Salad

    Radicchio and arugula with red onion, toasted walnuts, and white balsamic vinaigrette, finished with luscious Okanagan poached pear.

    House-Made Gnocchi

    Pillowy gnocchi tossed in bright marinara with Grana Padano and fresh basil for a comforting Italian classic.

    🍝 Entrées

    Truffled Mushroom Risotto

    Creamy arborio rice folded with mushrooms, truffle oil, arugula, and parmesan for a rich, earthy main course.

    Panko Crusted Steelhead

    Oven-baked steelhead with a crisp panko coating, served over lemon-scented basmati rice and finished with basil–mint vinaigrette.

    Roasted Fraser Valley Pork Tenderloin

    Succulent pork tenderloin with organic Okanagan plum demi-glace and horseradish mashed potatoes.

    Seasonal vegetables are served family style, and all sauces are house-made with natural ingredients.

    🍰 Desserts

    Classic Italian Tiramisu

    Layers of Kahlua- and coffee-soaked ladyfingers with silky mascarpone cream for a timeless Italian finish.

    Belgian Dark Chocolate Mousse

    Intense dark chocolate mousse paired with white chocolate sauce and raspberry coulis.

    Vanilla Crème Brûlée

    Silky vanilla custard topped with a delicate caramelized sugar crust.

    Apple Spiced Sorbet & Fresh Berries

    Light, refreshing apple-spiced sorbet with a medley of seasonal fresh berries.

    🍾 Drinks Menu

    🍺 Beers & Cider

    A curated selection of local and international beers and cider to complement rich pastas, grilled meats, and wood-fired pizzas.

    🍻 Draft Beer

    Big Bear Lager

    Crisp, easy-drinking lager.

    Mt. Begbie Full Send Hazy IPA

    Hazy IPA with juicy hop character.

    Mt. Begbie Dark Lager

    Smooth dark lager with roasted malt notes.

    🍾 Bottles & Cans

    Kokanee

    Light, refreshing Canadian lager.

    Budweiser / Bud Lite

    Classic North American lagers.

    Corona

    Easygoing Mexican lager with a hint of citrus.

    Stella Artois

    Belgian lager with a refined, balanced finish.

    Heineken

    Crisp European-style lager.

    Guinness

    Irish stout with creamy head and roasted flavours.

    Red Roof Cider

    Crisp local-style cider with apple-forward character.

    🥤 Non-Alcoholic Beer

    A rotating selection of non-alcoholic brews for a lighter option.

    🍸 Martinis

    Elegant martinis and spirit-forward classics for pre-dinner sipping or late-night toasts.

    Classic or 007

    Timeless gin or vodka martini prepared to your preference.

    Ultra Premium

    Refined martini made with Botanist Gin or Wiseacre Vodka.

    Espresso Martini

    Rich, coffee-forward martini with a smooth finish.

    Toasted Almond

    Creamy, nutty, and gently sweet.

    Raspberry Martini

    Fruity, bright, and refreshing.

    Limoncello Martini

    Citrusy martini with vibrant lemon notes.

    Manhattan

    Whiskey, vermouth, and bitters for a true classic.

    Apple Elderflower

    Crisp apple and floral elderflower twist on a modern martini.

    🍹 Signature Collection Drinks

    A creative line-up of mocktails and cocktails that showcase house-made syrups, fresh herbs, and bold flavours.

    🍹 Mocktails

    The Classics

    Zero-proof takes on Caesar, Shirley Temple, Roy Rogers, Margarita, and Piña Colada.

    Sunset Cruiser

    Pineapple, lime, agave, grenadine, and soda for a tropical, sparkling sip.

    Jungle Birdie

    Tropical juices, grenadine, ginger beer, and coconut foam.

    Paloma de la Paz

    Pink grapefruit, hibiscus tea, lime, basil syrup, and tonic.

    Aviator Zero Sour

    Blackberry syrup, lemon, ginger, and vegan froth foam.

    Espresso Zero-Tini

    Chocolate–espresso mocktail with milk, demerara syrup, and vanilla.

    Ciniminie Zero-Tini

    Cinnamon, basil, mint, demerara syrup, and ginger beer.

    Basil & Mint Italian Sodas

    Seasonal flavours with house-made fruit purée, lime, and soda.

    🍸 Seasonal Cocktails (2 oz)

    The Painkiller Cocktail

    Havana Club 7-Year Rum with coconut, cream, and pineapple for a rich tropical twist.

    Jamaican Me Crazy Rum Punch

    Malibu coconut rum, Havana Club 3-Year Rum, pineapple and orange juice, finished with overproof rum.

    Dark & Stormy

    Black rum, lime, and ginger beer served tall and spicy.

    Basil & Mint Apple Smash

    Lot 40 Premium Rye shaken with maple-apple butter, lemon, basil, and mint.

    Ogopogo’s Aperol Spritz

    Aperol and prosecco poured over an apple–anise–cinnamon king cube.

    Mint Julep

    Bourbon or Canadian rye with house mint syrup and crushed ice.

    Spiced Pear Basil Gin & Tonic

    Ungava Gin with prickly pear syrup and tonic, finished with aromatic garnish.

    🍷 White Wines

    A focused list of whites that pair beautifully with seafood, salads, and creamy pastas.

    Stoneleigh Sauvignon Blanc (NZ)

    Zesty and refreshing with bright citrus and tropical notes.

    Tinhorn Creek Gewurztraminer

    Aromatic and off-dry with floral and spice notes.

    50th Parallel Riesling / Fitzpatrick Riesling

    Rieslings showing lively acidity and stone-fruit character.

    Fitzpatrick Pinot Blanc

    Crisp, clean, and food-friendly.

    SpearHead Pinot Gris

    Textured pinot gris with pear and citrus.

    Chardonnay

    Meyer OK Valley Chardonnay / SpearHead Chardonnay / Black Hills Chardonnay. Ranging from fresh and mineral-driven to richer, barrel-influenced styles.

    Martin’s Lane Simes Riesling

    Structured Riesling with racy acidity and age-worthy depth.

    🌹 Rosé Wines

    Sandhill Rosé

    Bright, berry-driven rosé perfect for patios.

    La Vieux Pin Vaila Rosé

    Elegant, dry rosé with Old World finesse.

    🍾 Champagne

    Veuve Clicquot Ponsardin Brut

    Classic Champagne with citrus, brioche, and fine bubbles.

    Bollinger Spécial Cuvée Brut

    Rich, toasty Champagne with depth and complexity.

    Moët & Chandon Rosé

    Lively pink Champagne with red berry notes.

    🥂 Sparkling Wines

    Bottega Prosecco

    Fresh, fruit-forward Italian bubbles.

    Fitzpatrick Crémant / Fitzpatrick Brut

    Okanagan-made traditional-method sparkling wines with finesse.

    Louis Bouillot Crémant

    French Crémant delivering Champagne-style elegance at a gentler price point.

    🍷 Red Wines

    From silky pinot noir to structured cabernet, this red list is built for steak, braises, and wood-fired dishes.

    Tinhorn Creek Merlot

    Soft tannins with plum and spice notes.

    Tom Gore Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma)

    California cabernet with dark fruit and oak spice.

    Moon Curser Syrah

    Bold syrah with pepper, dark berries, and savoury depth.

    Meyer Family Pinot Noir / SpearHead OK Valley Pinot Noir / Cedar Creek Pinot Noir / Meyer McLean Creek Road Pinot Noir / Roche Traditional Pinot Noir / Martin’s Lane Dehart Pinot Noir

    A range of expressive Okanagan pinots from bright and delicate to more structured and age-worthy.

    Burrowing Owl Merlot / Burrowing Owl Cabernet Franc / Burrowing Owl Athene

    Rich, cellar-worthy reds with layered fruit and spice.

    Le Vieux Pin Syrah Cuvée Violette

    Elegant syrah with floral lift and dark-fruit core.

    Burrowing Owl Athene, Osoyoos LaRose “Le Grand Vin”, Black Hills Nota Bene, Hester Creek Garland

    Iconic Okanagan reds with complexity and long finishes.

    🌍 Worldly Wines

    A global selection highlighting benchmark producers and regions to complement the local list.

    Daou Cabernet Sauvignon (California)

    Lush, full-bodied cabernet with ripe dark fruit.

    Ornellaia Le Volte – Toscana (Italy)

    Super-Tuscan blend with polished tannins and Mediterranean herbs.

    Clos de los Siete Malbec Blend (Argentina)

    Andean red with deep fruit and savoury notes.

    Brunello di Montalcino – Altesino (Italy)

    Structured Sangiovese with spice, cherry, and earth.

    Caymus Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa)

    Luxurious Napa cabernet with opulent fruit and velvety texture.

    Rombauer Chardonnay (Napa)

    Rich, buttery Chardonnay with ripe fruit and vanilla oak.

    Basil & Mint Menu Prices

    🍁 Canadian

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    Monday Closed
    Tuesday 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm
    Wednesday 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm
    Thursday 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm
    Friday 5:00 pm – 10:00 pm
    Saturday 5:00 pm – 10:00 pm
    Sunday 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm

    ⭐ Basil & Mint Favourites

    Okanagan Valley Beet Salad

    Roasted beets, arugula, goat cheese, and basil-mint vinaigrette.

    Chicken Supreme with Tarragon Sauce

    Tender chicken with a rich, creamy tarragon finish.

    Prawns with Signature Tequila Lime Sauce

    Bright, zesty prawns that guests rave about.

    Striploin with Creamy Horseradish Mashed Potato

    A hearty entrée with bold flavors.

    Roasted Fraser Valley Pork Tenderloin

    Served with plum demi-glace and horseradish mash.

    Classic Italian Tiramisu

    Light layers of mascarpone, ladyfingers, and coffee liqueur.

    Pineapple Gin Cocktail

    A refreshing house-made specialty drink.

    🍽️ Dining Experience

    Contemporary West Coast cuisine with a focus on fresh, local ingredients.

    Elegant yet relaxed dining atmosphere, ideal for date nights or celebrations.

    Friendly, attentive staff often remembered by name in guest reviews.

    Popular for three-course dinners, private events, and special occasions.

    🅿️ Parking & Accessibility

    Underground parking available at Playa Del Sol Resort.

    Additional parking across the street, including the radio station lot after 4:30 PM.

    Street-level entrance on Lakeshore Road for easy access.

    📍 Landmarks & Location

    Situated in Playa Del Sol Resort in Kelowna’s Lower Mission.

    Steps from Okanagan Lake, across from The Eldorado and Manteo resorts.

    Within walking distance to the promenade, parks, and other lakefront attractions.

    📱 Ordering Options

    Dine-in only with service starting at 5 PM (closed Mondays).

    Reservations recommended, especially on weekends.

    Full bar featuring signature cocktails, local wines, and premium spirits.

    💬 Customer Feedback

    Widely praised as one of Kelowna’s top fine dining experiences.

    Reviews highlight “exceptional food,” “beautifully plated dishes,” and “outstanding service.”

    Guests enjoy the balance of upscale dining with a warm, welcoming vibe.

    Cocktails, especially the whiskey smash and pineapple gin, are guest favorites.