CURIOUS CAFE MENU

🍕 Curious Café in downtown Kelowna is a vibrant spot known for wood-fired pizzas, gourmet burgers, craft cocktails, and a lively brunch scene. Located in the Cultural District on Ellis Street, it blends European café charm with Okanagan flavors, making it a go-to for casual dining, happy hour, or late-night drinks. A local favorite for both foodies and visitors alike.

Curious Cafe menu in Kelowna:

🍳 Brunch

(Until 2pm & Sundays from 9am)

• Famous Curious Classic

  Two free-run eggs any style, with house-cured bacon, thick-cut hash, mixed greens, rosemary roasted tomato, and homemade Texas toast.

• Eggs Benny

  Classic poached eggs on an English muffin with whipped hollandaise, tomato jam, and thick-cut hash. Choice of bacon or spinach.

• Breakfast Sandy

  Sunny-side egg with crispy onions, avocado, spinach, curious bacon, aioli, and thick-cut hash.

• Breakfast Burrito

  Scrambled eggs, seasoned ground beef, spinach, roasted red peppers, mushrooms, and bruschetta mix, wrapped in a cheese-crusted tortilla and served with thick-cut hash. Vegan option available.

• Chicken & Waffles

  Buttermilk fried chicken breast with roasted pineapple salsa, greens, and pickled slaw on a Belgian waffle. Finished with a sunny egg and organic maple syrup.

• The New Yorker & Eggs

  Flame-grilled New York steak with herbed butter, served with thick-cut hash or greens, homemade sourdough, and two free-run eggs.

• Chicken Caesar Wrap

  Crispy chicken wrapped with romaine, house Caesar dressing, shaved parmesan, prosciutto, and fried capers. Served with a side of fries.

🍕 Pizza Menu

Our forno was handcrafted in Napoli, Italy. Built brick by brick, it follows the Old Neapolitan tradition — no prefabricated slabs, just authentic pizza-making.

🌱 Veggie Pizzas

• Margherita – Marinara, parmesan, fior di latte, cherry tomatoes, basil, and evoo.

• Sorrento Sunshine – Garlic cream sauce, zucchini, cherry tomatoes, whipped honey ricotta, chili oil, and crushed pistachios.

• Funghi – Garlic cream sauce, spinach, mushrooms, parmesan, fior di latte, rosemary, and thyme.

• Animal Lovers – Marinara, vegan cheese, olives, marinated artichokes, roasted red peppers, red onion, arugula, tahini dressing, and rice paper bacon.

• Artichoke – Garlic cream sauce, marinated artichokes, spinach, parmesan, fior di latte, and basil.

🍗 Protein Pizzas

• Pollo – Arrabbiata sauce, chicken, caramelized onions, aioli, parmesan, and green onions.

• Beach Boys – Marinara, curious bacon, roasted pineapple, red onion, parmesan, and Texas BBQ sauce.

• Pepperoni – Marinara, pepperoni, parmesan, and apple-thyme reduction.

• Pesto Chicken – Garlic cream sauce, chicken, cherry tomato, spinach, shaved parmesan, and pesto drizzle.

• Prosciutto – Marinara, prosciutto, arugula, parmesan, and lemon vinaigrette.

• Soppressata – Marinara, spicy salami, pickled fennel, and parmesan.

• Manzo – Arrabbiata sauce, marinated beef, mushrooms, caramelized onions, gorgonzola, and parsley.

• Blue’s My Boy – Garlic cream sauce, spinach, curious bacon, gorgonzola, pickled fennel, parmesan, and balsamic reduction.

🎉 Pizza Party

(Serves 4–6)

• Curious Caesar Salad – Romaine, house Caesar dressing, shaved parmesan, crispy prosciutto, fried capers, and sourdough crostini.

• Truffle Fries – Hand-cut fries tossed in truffle oil with shaved parmesan, green onions, and aioli.

• Wings – One pound of brined and fried wings, served with assorted dips.

• Three pizzas of your choice.

🥗 Share Plates

• Warm Olives

  A medley of Mediterranean olives marinated in citrus and herbs.

• Roasted Garlic Hummus

  Creamy hummus with sun-dried tomato pistou, herb oil, and dukkah spice, served with sourdough crostini.

• Charcuterie

  A chef’s selection of cherry chorizo sausage, mortadella, rotating salami, whipped honey ricotta, island brie, house jam, pickles, and sourdough crostini.

• Crostini di Ricotta

  Grilled sourdough topped with whipped honey ricotta, basil, chili oil drizzle, and crushed pistachios.

• Truffle Fries

  Hand-cut fries tossed with truffle oil, shaved parmesan, green onions, and aioli.

• Rustic Bruschetta

  Vine-ripened tomato, garlic, basil, and olive oil on toasted sourdough with balsamic reduction.

• Arancini

  Green pea and pesto risotto balls, golden fried, served with arrabbiata and sage oil.

• Chicken Wings

  One pound of brined, baked, and fried wings with your choice of sea salt & cracked pepper, Texas BBQ, or Frank’s hot sauce. Served with ranch or blue cheese dip.

• Curious Caesar

  Crisp romaine, shaved parmesan, prosciutto, capers, fried crostini, and house Caesar dressing.

• Vegan Caesar

  Romaine with vegan dressing, cashew “parmesan,” rice paper bacon, capers, and sourdough crostini.

🍔 Burgers

• Curious Royale

  6oz flame-grilled beef patty with aged cheddar, tomato jam, lettuce, tomato, crispy onions, aioli, and pickle spear. Served with hand-cut fries.

• Firebird Chicken

  Crispy chicken breast with sambal aioli, lettuce, tomato, roasted pineapple, pickled cabbage, and pickle spear. Served with fries.

• Garbanzo Gladiator

  Fried chickpea veggie patty with curry ketchup, lettuce, tomato, sprouts, pickled cabbage, and tahini dressing. Served with fries.

🍽 Large Plates

• Chicken Parmigiana

  Breaded chicken baked in marinara, topped with melted parmesan, pesto drizzle, and a side Caesar salad.

• The New Yorker

  8oz Sterling Silver New York steak flame-grilled with herb butter, seasonal vegetables, and optional truffle fries.

• Miso Black Cod

  Sake and miso-marinated black cod with ginger kabocha purée, rice cake, seasonal vegetables, and soy reduction drizzle.

• Mac & Cheese

  A three-cheese blend baked with noodles, garlic bread crumbs, and green onions. Upgrade with bacon or southern fried chicken.

• Falafel Bowl

  Handmade falafels on greens with avocado, cucumber, pickled fennel, cabbage slaw, spiced nuts, hummus, tomato pistou, sprouts, and tahini dressing.

• Fried Chicken & Fries

  Crispy chicken breast with hand-cut fries, green onions, and ranch dip.

🍰 Sweets

• Death by Chocolate

  Vegan dark chocolate cupcake with buttercream frosting, chocolate soil, and seasonal fruit.

• Profiteroles

  Pastry puffs filled with vanilla cream, glazed with chocolate sauce.

• Gelato

  Two scoops of classic vanilla gelato.

📋 Set Menus

• 3-Course Menu

  Choose one item per course:

  • Course 1: Arancini, Crostini di Ricotta, or Warm Olives

  • Course 2: Miso Black Cod, Chicken Parmigiana, or The New Yorker (+$5)

  • Course 3: Death by Chocolate, Profiteroles, or Gelato

🍹 Happy Hour Menu

Available Monday All Day.
Tuesday – Saturday | 2 PM – 5 PM

🍸 Cocktails

• Old Fashioned – Classic whiskey-based cocktail with bitters and a hint of citrus.

• Cosmopolitan – Vodka, cranberry, lime, and triple sec, shaken and served up.

• Negroni – A bold mix of gin, Campari, and sweet vermouth.

• Margarita – Tequila, lime, and orange liqueur with a salted rim.

• Caesar – A Canadian favorite with vodka, clamato, spices, and garnishes.

🍺 Beer & Wine

• Francos Lager – Light and crisp.

• Superflux Hazy IPA – Juicy and hop-forward.

• Francos Seltzers – Refreshing, lightly flavored hard seltzer.

• House Bubbles – Bright and bubbly sparkling wine.

• House Red – Smooth Granacha.

• House White – Fresh Pinot Grigio.

🥗 Small Bites

• Rustic Bruschetta – Vine-ripened tomato, garlic, basil, and olive oil on toasted sourdough.

• Crostini di Ricotta – Whipped ricotta on grilled sourdough with basil and chili oil.

• Truffle Fries – Hand-cut fries with truffle oil, parmesan, and aioli.

• Warm Olives – Marinated Mediterranean olives with citrus.

• Arancini – Pesto risotto balls fried golden with arrabbiata sauce.

🍴 Daily Specials

🍸 Monday – Happy Hour (All Day)

• Enjoy specials on cocktails, beer, wine, and small bites all day long.

🍔 Tuesday – Burger & Beer ($22)

• Any burger paired with Franco’s Craft Lager.

🍗 Wednesday – Wings Night ($15)

• $4 off wings.

• Regular price $19, now $15.

🍕 Thursday – Pizza & Wine ($22)

• Any pizza served with a 3 oz pour of house red or white wine.

🥂 Sunday – Mimosa Brunch ($7)

• $3 off mimosas.

• Regular price $10, now $7.

📖 See the current Curious Cafe menu on their website

⭐ Customer Favorite Menu Items

• Curious Royale Burger – A juicy 6oz flame-grilled beef patty stacked with aged cheddar, crispy onions, tomato jam, and hand-cut fries.

• Wood-Fired Pizzas – Neapolitan-style pies like the Margherita, Sorrento Sunshine, and the popular Beach Boys (bacon, pineapple, Texas BBQ sauce).

• Truffle Fries – Crispy hand-cut fries with truffle oil, shaved parmesan, and aioli.

• Chicken Parmigiana – Breaded chicken baked in creamy marinara, parmesan, and pesto drizzle.

• Breakfast Sandy – A brunch favorite with bacon, avocado, spinach, sunny egg, and crispy onions on sourdough.

• Falafel Bowl – Fresh and healthy with house-made falafel, avocado, hummus, and tahini dressing.

• Death by Chocolate – Rich chocolate cupcake with vegan buttercream and seasonal fruit.

🍽️ Dining Experience

• A trendy, industrial-chic café with a mix of rustic wood, open brick, and modern touches.

• Known for its lively yet casual atmosphere, ideal for brunch, dinner, or evening drinks.

• Features a wood-fired pizza oven from Naples, creating authentic Italian-style pizza.

• Menu blends European café culture with modern Okanagan flavors.

• Popular for happy hour specials and daily deals like Pizza & Wine Thursdays.

🚗 Parking & Accessibility

• Street Parking: Metered parking available along Ellis Street and nearby side streets.

• Parkades: Chapman Parkade (1 block away) offers affordable hourly and daily parking.

• Transit: Easily accessible by Kelowna Regional Transit; major stops along Ellis St. and Bernard Ave.

• Fully wheelchair accessible with ramp entry and accessible washrooms.

📍 Landmarks & Location

• Located in Kelowna’s Cultural District at 1423 Ellis St.

• Steps away from Prospera Place, Kelowna Community Theatre, and Waterfront Park.

• Surrounded by local breweries and wine bars, making it a perfect stop on a downtown food and drink crawl.

🛍️ Ordering Options

• Dine-In: Full table service for brunch, lunch, dinner, and late-night drinks.

• Takeout: Phone and walk-in orders accepted.

• Delivery: Available through SkipTheDishes and Uber Eats in Kelowna.

• Reservations: Recommended for dinner or larger groups, especially on weekends.

💬 Customer Feedback

• Guests rave about the wood-fired pizzas and say it’s among the best in Kelowna.

• Praised for a creative cocktail menu and a wide selection of craft beer and wines.

• Brunch is highly recommended, especially the Eggs Benny and Breakfast Burrito.

• Atmosphere is described as hip, casual, and lively, great for groups or date nights.

• Some mention that service can get a bit busy during peak hours, but staff are friendly and knowledgeable.

This menu was last updated: 3 weeks ago.