WATERFRONT WINES RESTAURANT MENU

🍷 Waterfront Wines Restaurant in Kelowna is an award-winning farm-to-table dining destination located steps from Okanagan Lake. Known for its seasonal menus, local ingredients, and expertly curated wine list, this intimate spot offers a refined yet relaxed atmosphere perfect for date nights, celebrations, or wine lovers seeking the best dining experience in Kelowna.

Waterfront Wines Restaurant menu in Kelowna:

🍴 Snacks

• Olives

  A trio of Cerignola, Picholine, and smoked Castelvetrano olives.

• Pomme Frites

  Hand-cut fries served with lemon pepper aioli or house-made ketchup.

• Tapas Plate

  Olives, pickled vegetables, house hummus, toasted almonds, bread, and crackers. Optional add-ons: chèvre spread, cheese, or charcuterie.

• Potted Foie Gras

  Rich foie gras paired with Riesling and apricot jelly, served with toasted bread.

• Assorted Cheese Board

  Chef’s daily cheese selection with fruit chutney, candied walnuts, fresh fruit, bread, and crackers.

• Charcuterie Board

  A selection of locally sourced cured meats with pickled vegetables, olives, mustard, and fresh bread.

🥗 Starters

• Crispy Black Pepper Humboldt Squid

  Lightly fried squid with cucumber, Tokyo turnips, tamarind sauce, and cashew chili oil.

• Hand Cut Fettuccini Carbonara

  Fresh pasta with smoked coppa, mushrooms, Grana Padano, and your choice of seared scallops or grilled prawns.

• Green Croft Gardens Broccolini Salad

  Radishes, buttermilk aioli, brown butter croutons, toasted almonds, and a touch of spicy fermented Espelette.

• Daily Soup

  House-made comfort soup crafted with fresh, seasonal Okanagan flavours.

🥩 Main Courses

• Grilled Peppercorn Crusted Heritage Angus Flat Iron

  Tender steak with fork-mashed potatoes, seasonal vegetables, and sauce Bordelaise.

• Seared Sablefish Filet

  Served with toasted cornmeal dumplings, vegetables, brown butter crab sauce, and tomato saffron oil.

• Herbed Falafels & Moroccan Spiced Tomato Sauce

  Ras al Hanout-spiced vegetables with cashew and preserved lemon yogurt, finished with chermoula. (Vegan & gluten-free option available).

• Roasted Fraser Valley Duck Breast

  Accompanied by potato gnocchi, duck cotechino, mushroom-spinach ragout, and rhubarb mostarda.

• 8oz Pan Roasted Dry Aged Striploin

  With corn and mushroom raviolis, broccolini, and charred scallion verde in a rich jus.

➕ Add-Ons

• Pan Seared Scallops

• Grilled Prawns

• Local Cultivated Mushrooms

• Blue Cheese (daily selection)

• Crispy Veal Sweetbreads

🍰 Desserts

• Cherry Crème Brûlée

  Silky custard topped with caramelized sugar, served with a shortbread cookie.

• Lemon Cremeux Bar

  Tangy lemon with blueberry compote, Earl Grey ice cream, and coconut crumb.

• Flourless Hazelnut Cake

  Chocolate pudding layered with hazelnut gelato and fresh raspberries.

🧀 Cheeses

• Le Pizy (La Suisse Normande)

  A mild, creamy cheese with a delicate mushroom aroma that makes it a versatile delight.

• Le Crémeux (Switzerland)

  Aged for 120 days in Kaltbach limestone caves, this young Gruyère develops a rich, creamy texture with complex flavours.

• Louis d’Or (Quebec, Fromagerie du Presbytère)

  Classic raw-milk cheese from the Jura region of France, showcasing deep, complex, and subtle Alpine flavours.

• Truffle Cow Gouda (Smits & Co.W, Chilliwack, BC)

  Intense and earthy with a smooth texture, packed with the bold flavour of black truffles.

• Aged Cow Gouda (Smits & Co.W, Chilliwack, BC)

  Smooth and complex with a sweet caramel finish, balanced by rich, nutty notes.

🍷 Liquid Desserts

• Port

  A 2oz pour of fortified wine, rich and warming.

• Taylor Fladgate LBV 2018

  Late bottled vintage port with concentrated fruit flavours and velvety tannins.

• Taylor Fladgate, 20-Year Tawny

  Mature and complex, with notes of dried fruit, caramel, and oak.

• Stickies (2oz)

  Sweet and luscious dessert wines chosen by the house.

• Clos du Soleil Saturn, 2022

  A golden-hued BC dessert wine with vibrant tropical fruit and honeyed notes.

• Okanagan Spirits Fruit Liqueur (Raspberry or Rhubarb)

  Local fruit liqueurs showcasing bold, tangy, and sweet seasonal flavours.

🥃 Nightcaps

• Cognac Courvoisier V.S.O.P.

  Elegant and smooth, with layered notes of vanilla, oak, and dried fruit.

• Grappa Marolo (Moscato, Alba)

  Aromatic and floral, offering a soft yet complex finish.

• Grappa Marolo (Barbera, Alba)

  Robust and bold, with earthy undertones and a warming finish.

☕ Espresso & Specialty Coffees

• WW Irish Coffee

  A comforting blend of Jameson’s Irish Whiskey, fresh espresso, and Forty Creek Cream Liqueur, finished with vanilla whip.

• How You Doin’?

  Rich Forty Creek Cream Liqueur with “Blasted Brew” espresso coffee liqueur, creating a bold and velvety coffee cocktail.

🍷 Wines by the Glass

• Tantalus “Blanc de Noir” 2022 (South East Kelowna)

  Elegant sparkling wine with crisp orchard fruit and lively bubbles.

• Clos du Soleil “La Côte Vineyard” Chardonnay 2022 (Similkameen Valley)

  A refined Chardonnay with bright citrus, stone fruit, and subtle oak.

• Roche “Artis” Pinot Gris 2024 (Penticton)

  Fresh and vibrant with orchard fruit, crisp minerality, and a smooth finish.

• Orofino “Clone 239” Riesling 2022 (Similkameen Valley)

  Zesty Riesling with citrus, green apple, and balanced acidity.

• Terravista Vineyards “Figaro” 2022 (Naramata Bench)

  A lively, aromatic white blend with floral and citrus notes.

• Rosé – Ask Your Server for Today’s Selection

  Seasonal rotating rosé chosen by the sommelier.

• Tantalus “Maija” Pinot Noir 2022 (South East Kelowna)

  Soft and fruit-forward Pinot with cherry, spice, and silky tannins.

• Le Vieux Pin “Cuvée Violette” Syrah 2022 (Oliver)

  A vibrant Syrah with violet aromas, pepper spice, and smooth structure.

• Clos du Soleil “Celestiale” Merlot Blend 2022 (Similkameen Valley)

  Rich and velvety blend, showcasing ripe dark fruit and a long finish.

• Orofino “Red Bridge” Cabernet Sauvignon Blend 2022 (Similkameen Valley)

  Bold and structured with cassis, blackberry, and earthy undertones.

🍺 Beer

• On Tap – Crannog “Back Hand of God” Stout (Sorrento, BC)

  Organic stout with roasted malt, chocolate, and espresso notes.

• On Tap – Neighbourhood “Way of Life” Hazy IPA (Penticton, BC)

  A juicy IPA with tropical fruit and a hazy, refreshing finish.

• On Tap – Four Winds “Huftgold” Pilsner (Delta, BC)

  Crisp, clean pilsner brewed with traditional German hops.

• Bottle – Heineken

  Classic Dutch lager, smooth and refreshing.

🍏 Cider

• Left Field Cider Co. (“Big Dry” or “Little Dry”)

  Crisp, refreshing Okanagan cider with balanced fruit and dryness.

🍸 Cocktails

• Back Hand of Bourbon

  OK Spirits BRBN with Back Hand of God Stout, maple syrup, lemon, and egg white for a bold twist on a sour.

• Mr. Miyagi

  Suntory Toki Whisky with Arlo’s Honey Bitters and lemon peel, smooth and lightly sweet.

• Sangria

  Red or white wine mixed with brandy, triple sec, and macerated fruit, topped with soda.

• Barb Marg

  Tequila, triple sec, lime, rhubarb, ginger, and mint for a refreshing, tangy margarita.

• Penny Lane

  Chamomile gin with Aperol, grapefruit lemon, Arlo’s honey, and soda for a floral, citrus-forward spritz.

• Waterfront Negroni

  Sheringham Kazuki Gin, Woods Amaro, Antica Formula Vermouth, and orange peel — a balanced, herbal negroni.

• Mother Mary Fizz (Mocktail)

  Fruit purée with cranberry juice, citrus, soda, and candied orange for a bright, alcohol-free refreshment.

📖 See the current Waterfront Wines Restaurant menu on their website

🍽️ Customer Favorite Menu Items

• Crispy Black Pepper Humboldt Squid

  Lightly fried squid served with cucumber, Tokyo turnips, tamarind sauce, and cashew chili oil — a local favorite starter.

• Hand-Cut Fettuccini Carbonara

  House-made pasta with smoked coppa, local mushrooms, Grana Padano, and your choice of pan-seared scallops or grilled prawns.

• Seared Sablefish Filet

  A West Coast highlight with cornmeal dumplings, seasonal vegetables, brown butter crab sauce, and tomato saffron oil.

• Roasted Fraser Valley Duck Breast

  Served with potato gnocchi, duck cotechino, mushroom and spinach ragout, and black truffle jus.

• 8oz Pan Roasted Dry Aged Striploin

  Paired with ravioli, broccolini, and charred scallion verde, showcasing premium Okanagan beef.

• Flourless Hazelnut Cake

  A decadent dessert featuring chocolate pudding, hazelnut gelato, and fresh raspberries.

• Local Cheese Board

  Rotating artisan cheeses such as truffle cow gouda or aged cow gouda, paired with bread, crackers, and accompaniments.

🍷 Dining Experience

• Upscale yet approachable — the restaurant blends fine dining with a relaxed Okanagan atmosphere.

• Farm-to-table focus — menus highlight seasonal, locally sourced ingredients and house-made specialties.

• Award-winning wine list — extensive selection emphasizing BC wines, with expert pairings recommended by staff.

• Open kitchen adds an interactive touch, letting guests watch the culinary team at work.

• Atmosphere — intimate, modern interior with warm lighting, making it ideal for date nights, special occasions, or wine-focused dinners.

🚗 Parking & Accessibility

• Parking: Available in the lot adjacent to the restaurant and nearby street parking on Sunset Drive.

• Transit: Easily accessible by bus routes connecting downtown Kelowna, with stops a short walk away.

• Accessibility: Fully wheelchair accessible with street-level entry and barrier-free interior layout.

📍 Landmarks & Location

• Located at 1180 Sunset Dr #104, Kelowna, BC V1Y 9W6.

• Steps away from Waterfront Park and Okanagan Lake, offering scenic pre- or post-dinner strolls.

• Close to Prospera Place arena, ideal for dining before concerts or hockey games.

• Within walking distance of Kelowna’s cultural district, boutique shops, and hotels.

🛍️ Ordering Options

• Dine-in only — Waterfront Wines focuses on the in-house dining experience with no takeout or delivery service.

• Reservations recommended — especially on weekends and for special events, as seating is limited.

• Wine pairings available — staff assist in customizing pairings for courses or full meals.

⭐ Customer Feedback

• Highly praised for its seasonal menus and creative dishes highlighting Okanagan ingredients.

• Guests consistently comment on the friendly, knowledgeable staff and excellent wine recommendations.

• Known as one of Kelowna’s top fine dining restaurants, often described as a hidden gem.

• Many reviews highlight the ambiance, calling it cozy, sophisticated, and ideal for special occasions.

• Regulars often cite it as the best wine-paired dining experience in the city.

This menu was last updated: 3 weeks ago.