THE KITCHEN MENU

🍷 Discover The Kitchen at Da Silva Vineyards in Penticton, where authentic Portuguese tapas meet the fresh flavors of the Okanagan. Enjoy fire-grilled prawns, bacalao croquettes, and duck confit paired perfectly with estate wines, all while overlooking the stunning Naramata Bench and Okanagan Lake.

The Kitchen menu at Da Silva Vineyards in Penticton:

🍷 Tapas Menu

🥦 Vegetarian

• Moroccan Salad

  Buckwheat tossed with mint and parsley, brightened with a sumac vinaigrette.

• Patatas Bravas

  Classic Spanish-style crispy potatoes finished with a bold, spicy kick.

• Marinated Beets

  Earthy beets paired with a refreshing black cherry–mint vinaigrette.

• Walnut & Chickpea Spread

  Creamy roasted garlic spread made with walnuts and chickpeas, perfect for sharing.

• Fast-Seared Broccoli

  Charred broccoli glazed with DOP sherry vinegar for a tangy finish.

• Ricotta with Candied Jalapeños

  Fresh ricotta enhanced with sea salt, parsley oil, and sweet-spicy candied jalapeños.

• Grilled Romaine

  Flame-grilled romaine hearts dressed with maple-balsamic and topped with DOP Parmigiano Reggiano.

• Butter Bean & Olive Salad

  Hearty butter beans with briny black olives and anchovies in a rustic Mediterranean-style salad.

🐟 Seafood

• Pan-Seared Garlic Citrus Calamari

  Tender calamari lightly seared and served simply to highlight bright citrus and garlic.

• Bacalao Croquettes

  Crispy golden bites of traditional Portuguese salt cod fritters.

• Charales

  Lightly fried smelts sprinkled with sea salt and finished with a squeeze of lemon.

• Fire-Grilled Prawns Piri-Piri

  Juicy prawns grilled over flame and brushed with spicy piri-piri sauce.

• Clams & Butter Beans

  A Portuguese classic featuring tender clams paired with buttery beans.

• Shrimp & Octopus Botana

  A flavorful seafood medley of shrimp and octopus in a vibrant, shareable dish.

• Grilled Sardine

  Simply grilled sardines with rock salt and lemon-parsley oil.

🍖 Meat

• Grilled Chorizo

  Savory chorizo paired with braised cabbage simmered in a tomato sauce.

• Salpicon

  A hearty Spanish-style chopped meat and vegetable dish, full of bold flavors.

• Veal Tongue in Salsa Verde

  Tender veal tongue simmered and dressed with a fresh green herb sauce.

• Grilled Cornish Chicken

  Half a Cornish chicken flame-grilled and finished with chimichurri sauce.

• Pork Pastor with Pineapple Salsa

  Marinated pork cooked in the al pastor style, paired with sweet pineapple salsa.

• Duck Leg Confit

  Slow-cooked duck leg with a rich Amarena cherry gastrique — not quite tapas, but exceptional.

• Spanish Serrano Ham

  Thinly sliced Serrano ham, a true Spanish delicacy.

📖 See the current Kitchen menu at Da Silva Vineyards on their website

⭐ Customer Favorite Menu Items

• Fire-Grilled Prawns Piri-Piri

  Juicy prawns kissed by the grill and brushed with bold piri-piri sauce.

• Bacalao Croquettes

  Crispy Portuguese salt cod fritters — golden on the outside, tender and flavorful within.

• Duck Leg Confit with Amarena Cherry Gastrique

  Slow-cooked duck leg paired with a sweet-tart Amarena cherry sauce.

• Grilled Cornish Chicken with Chimichurri

  Half Cornish hen, grilled and finished with herbaceous chimichurri.

• Moroccan Salad

  Light and refreshing buckwheat tossed with mint, parsley, and sumac vinaigrette.

• Clams & Butter Beans

  A rustic Portuguese favorite, pairing tender clams with creamy beans.

• Charcuterie & Cheese Board

  Locally inspired platter of meats, cheeses, pickles, and preserves, perfect for sharing.

🍴 Dining Experience

• Intimate, rustic dining space set right on the vineyard with views of the vines and Naramata Bench.

• Chef delivers an authentic Portuguese tapas experience with a seasonal Okanagan influence.

• Known for pairing small plates with Da Silva’s wines, creating a unique food & wine journey.

• Atmosphere is relaxed but refined, ideal for long lunches, romantic dinners, or small group gatherings.

🚗 Parking & Accessibility

• Free parking available on-site at the winery with plenty of space for guests.

• Wheelchair accessible entrance and washrooms.

• Located just off Upper Bench Road, easy to reach by car from Penticton.

• Transit: While public transport is limited, taxis, rideshares, and wine tours frequently include Da Silva Vineyards as a stop.

📍 Landmarks & Location

• Nestled along the Naramata Bench wine region, famous for its rolling vineyards.

• A short drive from Downtown Penticton and Okanagan Lake beaches.

• Close to other notable wineries like Poplar Grove and Hillside, making it a great part of a wine tour route.

• Scenic views of Okanagan Lake add to the overall dining atmosphere.

🛍️ Ordering Options

• Dine-In: Primary experience with dishes meant to be enjoyed alongside Da Silva’s wines.

• Reservations Recommended: Particularly in peak summer months when the restaurant is often fully booked.

• Wine Pairings: Strongly encouraged, with staff providing pairing suggestions for each dish.

• No delivery or traditional takeout, as the menu is crafted for the in-house wine-paired dining experience.

💬 Customer Feedback

• Guests praise the authentic Portuguese flavors paired with fresh local ingredients.

• The wine pairings are frequently described as “transformative” to the dining experience.

• Staff receive high marks for their warmth, knowledge, and ability to guide diners through both the menu and the wines.

• Many highlight the vineyard views as one of the most beautiful dining settings in Penticton.

• Portions are tapas-style, which guests love for sharing and variety.

This menu was last updated: 3 weeks ago.