🍽️ Powder Hounds Restaurant at Fireside Lodge in Sun Peaks, Kamloops is a cozy alpine-inspired spot known for hearty European classics, from schnitzels and seafood linguini to cedar-plank salmon and tequila prawns. A longtime local and visitor favorite, it offers generous portions, a warm rustic atmosphere, and friendly service. Conveniently located steps from the ski lifts in Sun Peaks Village, with nearby parking and easy resort shuttle access, Powder Hounds is perfect for après-ski dining or a relaxed mountain meal. Reservations are recommended during peak ski season evenings.
Powder Hounds menu at Sun Peaks:
Caesar Salad
Crisp romaine with bacon, parmesan, and croutons in house Caesar dressing
Add prawns or chicken breast
Caprese Salad
Tomato wedges, Fior Di Latte, fresh basil, finished with balsamic dressing
House Salad
Artisan greens with cucumber, grape tomato, carrot, onion, goat cheese, and raspberry vinaigrette
Tequila Prawns
Eight prawns sautéed in tequila chipotle cream, served in a corn tortilla bowl with garlic bread
Wings
Lightly breaded wings with your choice of Teriyaki, Hot, BBQ, Salt & Pepper, Lime & Pepper, Lemon Pepper, Honey Garlic, or Sweet Chili
Antipasto Platter for Two
Fontina cheese, herb cream cheese, olive tapenade, prosciutto, ham, salami, and chorizo served with breadsticks
Wild Calamari Platter
Calamari with jalapeño and red peppers, served with tartar sauce and lemon wedges
Hounds Salmon
Oven-baked salmon fillet on a cedar plank with béarnaise sauce, rice, and seasonal vegetables
Hounds Pasta Bolognese
Rich tomato beef Bolognese over linguini, served with garlic bread and parmesan
Hounds Seafood Linguini
Scallops, mussels, prawns, and salmon in a creamy lobster rose sauce with garlic bread and grated Padano
Lemon Chicken
Chicken breast in a lemon cream sauce, served with rice and seasonal vegetables
Pasta Primavera
Alfredo sauce with sautéed asparagus, onion, tomato, and spinach, finished with grated Padano and garlic bread
Beef Schnitzel Sandwich
Breaded beef with ham, cheese, lettuce, tomato, and garlic aioli on a fresh baguette
Chorizo Burger
Mild chorizo patty with lettuce, tomato, caramelized onions, and chimichurri on a brioche bun
Hounds Burger
Prime rib beef patty with lettuce, tomato, onion, bacon, and cheddar on a brioche bun
Hunter Schnitzel
Breaded pork schnitzel with mushroom sauce, spätzle, and red cabbage
Wiener Schnitzel
Classic pork schnitzel with spätzle and red cabbage
Chorizo Schnitzel
Breaded pork schnitzel topped with marinara and seared chorizo
Schnitzel Oscar
Pork schnitzel topped with lobster, shrimp, and steelhead, béarnaise sauce, spätzle, and vegetables
Rebo’s Schnitzel
Pork schnitzel with leek and mustard cream, garlic mashed potatoes, and vegetables
Schnitzel Cordon Bleu
Stuffed pork schnitzel with ham and Swiss cheese, Dijon parmesan sauce, spätzle, and vegetables
Swiss Schnitzel
Breaded chicken schnitzel with ham and green onions, finished with Alfredo sauce and potatoes
Beef Stroganoff
Slow-cooked beef sirloin strips in mushroom cream sauce, served on linguini with roasted onion compote, sour cream, and garlic bread
Grilled Striploin (8 oz, Baseball Cut)
AAA Canadian beef steak with garlic mashed potatoes and vegetables
Choice of peppercorn sauce, leek & mustard cream sauce, or house hunter sauce
Hunter Schnitzel – Their most popular dish, a house classic served with mushroom sauce, spätzle, and red cabbage
Hounds Seafood Linguini – Generous portions of prawns, scallops, mussels, and salmon in creamy lobster rose sauce
Hounds Salmon – Oven-baked cedar plank salmon with béarnaise sauce
Schnitzel Oscar – Decadent schnitzel topped with lobster, shrimp, and steelhead, a true indulgence
Tequila Prawns – Sautéed prawns in tequila chipotle cream, served in a tortilla bowl
Antipasto Platter for Two – Shareable favorite with meats, cheeses, and tapenade
Beef Stroganoff – Rich and comforting mushroom cream sauce over linguini with sirloin strips
Cozy and welcoming alpine-style restaurant inside Fireside Lodge at Sun Peaks
Warm, rustic décor with wooden accents and a friendly, family-run atmosphere
Serves hearty European-inspired fare with a focus on schnitzels, pastas, and seafood
Popular for both après-ski dining and casual evening meals
Known for generous portions and homestyle recipes with a European twist
Guest and public parking available near Fireside Lodge at Sun Peaks Village
Wheelchair accessible restaurant entrance and dining area
Easily accessible by Sun Peaks Resort shuttle services and village walkways
Convenient for skiers and visitors staying in the village, only steps from the slopes
Located inside Fireside Lodge at Sun Peaks Resort
Address: 3190 Creekside Way, Sun Peaks, BC V0E 5N0
Steps from the Sun Peaks Village core, close to Village Day Lodge and the main ski lifts
Surrounded by nearby cafés, shops, and après-ski spots
Dine-in with table service in a cozy setting
Take-out available for most menu items
No delivery service currently offered
Visitors praise the authentic schnitzel selection and generous portion sizes
Seafood linguini and schnitzel dishes often described as “must-try” favorites
Atmosphere is often described as warm, rustic, and family-friendly
Staff consistently highlighted as friendly and attentive
Some guests note that reservations are recommended during ski season evenings