🥂 The Lookout Restaurant at Gray Monk Estate Winery in Lake Country offers breathtaking vineyard and lake views paired with locally inspired cuisine and estate wines. Enjoy favorites like pan-seared steelhead, AAA striploin, and truffle fries in a refined yet relaxed setting, perfect for romantic dinners, group gatherings, and special occasions near Kelowna.
The Lookout Restaurant menu at Gray Monk in Lake Country:
In-House Focaccia
Freshly baked focaccia served with the chef’s weekly whipped butter.
Salmon Gravlax
Cured salmon with marinated cucumber, goat cheese mousse, lemon gelée, and focaccia crostini.
Truffle Fries
Crispy pomme frites with fried herbs, truffle aioli, and shaved parmesan.
Summer Salad
Mixed greens tossed in sweet mustard vinaigrette with crushed pretzel, caciotti cheese, and seasonal fruit.
Prosciutto & Melon
24-month aged prosciutto paired with ripe cantaloupe and finished with a balsamic glaze.
Heirloom Tomato Salad
Fresh heirloom tomatoes with burrata, peach, olive oil, and lemon.
Pan-Seared Scallops
Tender scallops in beurre noisette with crispy shallots, truffle herb oil, and shaved pickled cauliflower.
Cheese & Charcuterie
A curated board of cheeses and charcuterie with local preserves, nuts, and pickled vegetables.
Roasted Cauliflower
Served with roasted carrot jus, crispy chickpeas, and shaved seasonal vegetables.
Confit Pork Belly
Melt-in-your-mouth pork belly with burnt apple purée, pickled daikon, rice chicharron, mustard gravy, and seasonal vegetables.
Feature Pasta
Chef’s pasta feature with garlic-rose sauce, leek, butter-poached prawns, and parmesan snow.
Pan-Seared Steelhead
Served with crispy new potatoes, dill cream sauce, roasted asparagus, and fermented fennel slaw.
Grilled 8oz Triple A Striploin
Premium beef striploin paired with asparagus, spaetzle, and a rich mushroom cream sauce.
Homemade Pistachio Ice Cream
Creamy pistachio ice cream served with crisp biscotti.
White Chocolate Peach Mousse
Light vanilla sponge layered with macerated peaches and white chocolate mousse.
Seasonal Sorbet
Refreshing house-made sorbet crafted from seasonal fruits.
Chardonnay Unwooded
Glass / Bottle
Bright and clean with fresh apple and citrus flavours, unoaked for a crisp finish.
Pinot Gris
Glass / Bottle
Light and refreshing with pear, melon, and a touch of spice on the finish.
Pinot Blanc
Glass / Bottle
Delicate and smooth with soft peach, apple, and floral aromas.
Rosé
Glass / Bottle
Vibrant and fruity with strawberry and red berry notes, perfect for warm afternoons.
Gewürztraminer
Glass / Bottle
Aromatic and slightly spicy with exotic lychee, rose petal, and citrus.
Riesling
Glass / Bottle
Crisp and zesty with lemon, lime, and a hint of green apple minerality.
Ehrenfelser
Bottle
Fruity and floral with tropical notes of pineapple, peach, and citrus.
Kerner
Bottle
Refreshing and aromatic with flavours of peach, apricot, and a touch of spice.
Reflection (Muscat)
Bottle
Sweetly floral and fragrant with honeysuckle and citrus blossom.
Pinot Noir
Glass / Bottle
Elegant and smooth with cherry, raspberry, and subtle earthy notes.
Kerner
Glass / Bottle
A lighter-styled red with bright red fruit and soft tannins.
Cabernet Merlot
Glass / Bottle
Rich and balanced with dark berry, plum, and gentle oak spice.
Merlot
Glass / Bottle
Full-bodied and plush with ripe plum, blackberry, and vanilla.
Monks Red
Glass / Bottle
Bold and fruit-forward with juicy cherry, spice, and smooth tannins.
Chardonnay
Glass / Bottle
Lush and complex with tropical fruit, citrus, and a creamy, oaked finish.
Pinot Noir
Glass / Bottle
Refined and silky with red cherry, cranberry, and a touch of spice.
Merlot
Glass / Bottle
Deep and structured with blackberry, cassis, and mocha notes.
Cabernet Franc
Glass / Bottle
Elegant with red currant, raspberry, and hints of pepper and herbs.
Meritage
Glass / Bottle
A Bordeaux-style blend layered with black cherry, plum, cedar, and spice.
Cabernet Sauvignon
Glass / Bottle
Robust and powerful with blackberry, cassis, and a firm tannic backbone.
Odyssey White Brut
Glass / Bottle
Crisp and lively with citrus, apple, and fine bubbles.
Odyssey Rosé Brut
Glass / Bottle
Refreshing and elegant with notes of strawberry, raspberry, and rose petal.
Odyssey Traditional Brut
Bottle
A premium sparkling with layers of brioche, citrus, and delicate bubbles.
Pan-Seared Steelhead
Served with crispy new potatoes, roasted asparagus, dill cream sauce, and fermented fennel slaw. A fresh, refined dish that highlights Okanagan flavors.
Grilled AAA Striploin
Tender beef striploin paired with spaetzle, asparagus, and mushroom cream sauce — a hearty favorite for steak lovers.
Confit Pork Belly
Rich and flavorful, complemented by burnt apple purée, pickled daikon, rice chicharron, and mustard gravy.
Heirloom Tomato Salad
A vibrant summer-inspired plate with burrata, peaches, tomatoes, lemon, and olive oil.
Truffle Fries
Crispy pomme frites topped with shaved parmesan, fried herbs, and truffle aioli — a perfect shareable starter.
Pan-Seared Scallops
Delicately finished with beurre noisette, crispy shallots, truffle herb oil, and pickled cauliflower shavings.
White Chocolate Peach Mousse
A light and elegant dessert made with vanilla sponge and macerated peaches.
Elegant and relaxed atmosphere with panoramic views of Okanagan Lake and surrounding vineyards.
Seasonal, locally sourced menu designed to complement Gray Monk’s estate wines.
Indoor and patio seating options with stunning vistas, ideal for long lunches, romantic dinners, or group celebrations.
Perfect for wine enthusiasts who want a vineyard-to-table dining experience.
On-site parking is available free of charge, with ample space for cars and tour buses.
Wheelchair-accessible entrances and restrooms for added convenience.
Transit: The restaurant is best accessed by car, but regional wine tours often include Gray Monk as a stop.
Located within the Gray Monk Estate Winery, one of the Okanagan Valley’s oldest and most iconic wineries.
Just a short drive from downtown Lake Country and about 25 minutes from Kelowna International Airport (YLW).
Nearby attractions include Arrowleaf Cellars, Ex Nihilo Vineyards, and scenic views of Wood Lake and Okanagan Lake.
Dine-in only experience, designed to pair food with Gray Monk wines.
Reservations are highly recommended, especially during peak season and weekends.
Walk-ins accepted when space allows.
Guests rave about the breathtaking lake views and the perfect pairing of dishes with Gray Monk wines.
Service is consistently described as friendly, knowledgeable, and attentive, with staff offering pairing suggestions.
Customers highlight the restaurant as an excellent choice for special occasions and celebrations.
Desserts and small plates like the truffle fries and cheese & charcuterie often receive special praise.