McCracken Station Pub Kamloops
🚂 McCracken Station Pub is a longtime neighbourhood pub on Valleyview Drive in Kamloops’ Valleyview area, conveniently located near the Trans-Canada Highway and just east of downtown.
Known for its railway-themed atmosphere, spacious dog-friendly patio and relaxed local feel, the pub serves classic comfort food alongside favourites like chicken wings, burgers and its signature Train Tracks and Cracken Coins. Daily specials, popular Caesars, weekly trivia nights and other special events make McCracken a lively gathering spot for Valleyview locals and visitors passing through Kamloops.
🍽️ McCracken Station Pub Menu
⭐ McCracken Station Pub is known for Chicken Wings and McCracken Station Burger.
🥘 Appetizers
A selection of shareable favourites, from crispy wings and ribs to nachos, dips, tacos and house-made starters.
Wings
Choose hot, honey mustard, sweet chili, lemon pepper, salt & pepper, teriyaki, honey garlic or special house flavour.
Train Tracks
Waffle fries topped with cheddar cheese, green onions and bell peppers, served with sweet heat sauce.
Spinach & Artichoke Dip
Served warm with fresh house nacho chips.
Crab Rolls
Fresh and homemade.
Fried Brussel Sprouts
Flash-fried Brussels sprouts tossed in garlic-lime dressing and topped with sea salt.
Chicken Strips
Fresh chicken strips hand-battered to order with special house seasonings.
Dry Ribs
Gluten-free crispy fried garlic ribs served with carrots and celery.
Mucho Nachos
Kicked-up crunchy tortillas with melted cheese, pico de gallo, sliced jalapeños and olives.
Mini Cheeseburgers
Homestyle chargrilled beef burgers with cheddar cheese, smokehouse bacon, onions, lettuce, pickle and signature burger sauce.
Deep-Fried Pickle Spears
Crispy deep-fried pickle spears served with ranch dip.
Cod Fingers
Hand-dipped in house beer batter.
Chili Chicken Tenders
Hand-breaded chicken tenders served with sweet chili Thai sauce.
Potato Skins
Crispy potato skins with smoked bacon, green onions, melted cheese and sour cream.
Mini Tacos
Three mini flour tortillas with your choice of mesquite chicken or crispy fish, served with slaw and house accompaniments.
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Fresh and satisfying salads ranging from crisp garden greens to hearty chicken and tortilla salads.
Mesquite Grilled Tortilla Salad
Fresh greens, sweet corn, black beans, pico de gallo, shredded cheddar and Jack cheese, homemade Southwest sauce and a crisp tortilla shell.
Berry Berry Salad
Mixed greens with spinach, pecans, blueberries, strawberries and feta cheese, tossed in raspberry vinaigrette.
Chef’s Salad
Crisp fresh greens with cucumber, tomato, cheddar and Swiss cheese, ham, diced egg, roast beef and seasoned chicken breast, tossed in your choice of dressing.
Blackened Chicken Caesar
Gluten-free blackened grilled chicken breast with crisp romaine hearts, herb croutons, crumbled smokehouse bacon and Caesar-style accompaniments.
🥪 Sandwiches
Sandwiches are served with your choice of tossed garden greens, daily soup or hand-cut fries.
Slow-Roasted Beef Dip
Thinly sliced slow-roasted beef with Swiss cheese and mushrooms, served with your choice of horseradish or garlic aioli.
Montreal Smoked Meat Sandwich
Thinly shaved Montreal smoked meat with garlic Dijon mayo, crisp slaw and kosher dill on marble rye bread.
Chicken Banh Mi
Chicken breast tossed in hoisin Asian sesame mayo, topped with pickled carrots, red onion, cilantro and jalapeño on toasted ciabatta.
Fire-Grilled Chicken Club
Herb-marinated fire-grilled chicken breast with smokehouse bacon, melted cheddar, fresh tomato, guacamole and chipotle mayo on toasted sourdough.
Grilled Reuben Sandwich
Montreal smoked meat with Swiss cheese, sauerkraut and Thousand Island dressing on marble rye bread.
🍔 Burgers
All burgers are handmade fresh daily and served on a toasted kaiser bun with tomato, lettuce, red onion, pickle and signature burger sauce. Served with your choice of hand-cut fries, onion rings, homemade creamy coleslaw or tossed salad.
Mushroom Guinness Ring Burger
Homestyle chargrilled beef burger topped with jalapeño cheddar cheese, sautéed mushrooms, smokehouse bacon and onion rings.
McCracken Cajun Cod Burger
Crunchy, hand-dipped beer-battered cod seasoned with Cajun spices and topped with red onion, slaw and hot coriander sauce.
Quinoa Burger
A signature blend of quinoa, carrots, zucchini, mushrooms, cheddar cheese and chipotle mayo.
McCracken Station Burger
Homestyle chargrilled beef burger with cheddar cheese and smokehouse bacon.
Fire-Grilled Chicken Burger
Herb-marinated fire-grilled chicken breast with Swiss cheese and jalapeño ranch.
🌯 Wraps
Wraps are served with your choice of hand-cut fries, onion rings, homemade creamy coleslaw or tossed salad.
Buffalo Wrap
Hot and spicy chicken with lettuce, tomato, cheddar cheese and homemade Southwest sauce wrapped in a savoury flour tortilla.
Chicken Caesar Wrap
Grilled chicken breast with romaine lettuce, shredded Parmesan cheese and creamy roasted garlic sauce wrapped in a savoury flour tortilla.
🍽️ Entrées
Hearty house favourites including fish and chips, steaks, homestyle comfort food, fajitas and Indian-inspired dishes.
Fish & Chips
Crunchy hand-dipped beer-battered cod with classic tartar sauce, homemade slaw and hand-cut fries.
Steak Sandwich
Grilled 8 oz New York striploin with sautéed mushrooms, artisan garlic bread and hand-cut fries.
Mom’s Meatloaf
Thick-sliced homemade meatloaf with whiskey pan gravy, red-skin mashed potato and seasonal vegetables.
Chicken Quesadilla
Flour tortilla grilled and stuffed with chicken, cheese, black beans, corn and pico de gallo, served with accompaniments.
Shepherd’s Pie
Ground beef, carrots, corn, peas and mashed potatoes, topped with cheese and homemade gravy.
Steak Fajitas
Strips of steak with fried onions, red and green peppers, black beans, corn, shredded cheese and flour tortillas, served with lettuce, sour cream, pico de gallo and accompaniments.
Chicken Fajitas
Strips of chicken with fried onions, red and green peppers, black beans, corn, shredded cheese and flour tortillas, served with lettuce, sour cream, pico de gallo and accompaniments.
Chicken Tikka Masala
Chicken marinated in Indian spices and cooked in a thick, creamy tomato sauce, served with rice, garlic naan bread and yogurt.
Liver & Onions
Seasoned liver topped with onions, gravy and bacon, served with seasonal vegetables and red-skin mashed potato.
Bourbon Street BBQ Sticky Ribs
Slow-cooked, fall-off-the-bone bourbon-glazed BBQ pork ribs with garlic toast, homemade slaw and hand-cut fries.
Butter Chicken Bowl
Butter chicken served over basmati rice with naan bread for dipping.
🍰 Desserts
Finish your meal with a rich chocolate dessert.
Chocolate Sensation
Rich chocolate cake layered with creamy chocolate frosting and garnished with whipped cream.
➕ Add-Ons
Extra sides and accompaniments to complete your meal.
Yam Fries
Hand-cut yam fries, typically paired with tangy chipotle mayo.
Fries
Crispy French fries, ideal as an extra side.
Gravy
Savoury gravy for adding to your meal.
⭐ McCracken Station Pub Favourites
These selections are based on dishes commonly praised in Google reviews.
Chicken Wings
The standout favourite at McCracken Station Pub, repeatedly praised for their flavour and quality, with some reviewers calling them among the best wings they’ve had.
McCracken Station Burger
A house burger with chargrilled beef, cheddar and bacon that earns strong feedback for its hearty pub-style flavour.
Slow-Roasted Beef Dip
A popular sandwich featuring thinly sliced roast beef, Swiss cheese and mushrooms with au jus, frequently praised as a satisfying pub lunch.
Fish & Chips
A classic favourite featuring hand-dipped beer-battered cod with fries, coleslaw and tartar sauce.
Train Tracks
One of McCracken’s signature appetizers, featuring a fried waffle topped with cheddar, green onions and peppers and served with sweet heat sauce.
Cracken Coins
House-made potato chips tossed in dill pickle or hot seasoning and served with poblano ranch, making them a distinctive McCracken shareable.
Mini Cheeseburger Sliders
Small chargrilled burgers with cheddar, bacon and burger sauce that receive especially enthusiastic feedback as an appetizer or shareable.
Butter Chicken
A flavourful alternative to traditional pub fare that has earned strong praise from customers.
Chicken Enchiladas
A standout comfort-food choice that receives particularly enthusiastic feedback from diners.
Monte Cristo & Soup
A well-received lunch special, with reviewers praising both the sandwich and accompanying soup.
Breakfast
The pub’s breakfast earns surprisingly strong praise for its generous portions, good value and well-prepared traditional favourites.
Caesars
One of McCracken’s signature drinks, known for elaborate garnishes substantial enough that reviewers joke a napkin is required.
🍽️ Dining Experience
Valleyview Neighbourhood Pub
McCracken Station Pub is a casual local gathering place in Kamloops’ Valleyview neighbourhood, serving familiar pub food and drinks in a relaxed setting.
Railway-Themed Pub
The pub carries a railway theme that ties into the McCracken Station name and gives the neighbourhood watering hole its own distinctive identity.
Spacious Patio
A large outdoor patio is a popular warm-weather feature, providing plenty of space for meals and drinks outside.
Dog-Friendly Patio
Dogs are welcome on the patio, with reviewers noting thoughtful touches such as fresh water and treats for four-legged guests.
Games & Entertainment
Keno and Lotto games add to the traditional neighbourhood-pub atmosphere.
Trivia & Special Events
Regular Wednesday trivia nights and occasional social, community and themed events give McCracken Station Pub an active neighbourhood gathering-place atmosphere.
Casual Group Dining
The relaxed atmosphere, large tables and broad pub menu make McCracken a practical choice for casual group lunches and get-togethers.
🅿️ Parking & Accessibility
On-Site Parking
Parking is available around the Valleyview Drive property, providing convenient access for pub customers.
Valleyview Drive Access
The pub is located directly on Valleyview Drive, one of the main routes through the Valleyview neighbourhood.
Easy Highway Access
Its East Kamloops location provides convenient access to the Trans-Canada Highway, making it practical for both local residents and travellers passing through the city.
Neighbourhood Location
McCracken Station Pub is surrounded by the residential and commercial areas of Valleyview, giving it the feel of a true neighbourhood pub rather than a downtown destination.
📍 Landmarks & Location
Valleyview
McCracken Station Pub is centrally located in Kamloops’ Valleyview neighbourhood, east of Downtown Kamloops along the Trans-Canada Highway corridor.
Trans-Canada Highway
The pub is only a short distance from Highway 1, making it an easy stop for travellers entering or leaving Kamloops from the east.
Thompson River
Valleyview follows the South Thompson River corridor, placing the pub close to the river and the recreational areas running through East Kamloops.
Valleyview Nature Park
The Valleyview Nature Park and surrounding trails are nearby, providing walking and outdoor recreation within the neighbourhood.
Downtown Kamloops
Downtown Kamloops is a short drive west, making McCracken a convenient alternative to the busier pubs and restaurants in the city centre.
📱 Ordering Options
Dine-In
Guests can settle in for classic pub fare, burgers, sandwiches, appetizers, entrées and drinks in the casual dining room.
Patio Dining
Seasonal outdoor dining is available on the pub’s spacious patio.
Takeout
Burgers, wings, fish & chips, sandwiches and other menu favourites can be ordered for pickup.
Delivery
Delivery is available through third-party services, with much of the regular pub menu offered for ordering from home.
Daily Specials
Food and drink specials are a regular part of the McCracken experience, including popular wing nights and other rotating offers.
Happy Hour
A daily Happy Hour offers discounted drinks and snacks, adding to the pub’s reputation for good value.
Breakfast
Breakfast service adds another dimension to the pub, with customers particularly praising the portion sizes, preparation and value.
💬 Customer Feedback
Wings Are the Standout
Chicken wings generate some of the strongest praise in customer reviews and are a major reason regulars return.
Famous Caesars
McCracken’s heavily garnished Caesars have developed a following of their own and are frequently singled out as one of the pub’s most memorable drinks.
Generous Portions
Large servings are a recurring theme, particularly for breakfast, burgers and traditional pub meals.
Good Value
Customers frequently mention reasonable pricing, especially during Happy Hour, wing nights and other food and drink specials.
Friendly Local Atmosphere
The pub has a relaxed, comfortable neighbourhood feel, with regular customers describing it as welcoming and easygoing.
Staff Receive Plenty of Praise
Individual servers are frequently mentioned for being friendly, personable and accommodating, including when handling larger groups.
Service Can Be Slower at Times
While many customers report excellent service, others note that waits can increase when staffing is limited or the pub is particularly busy.
Popular Patio
The spacious outdoor patio is a recurring favourite, especially during warmer weather and for customers visiting with dogs.
