Local Favourites in the Okanagan
The cafés, pubs, restaurants, parks and beaches people who live here love and recommend. Each one is here for a real local connection, not for ratings, and each card says why.
How we pick our Local Favourites
A Local Favourite is a place people who live here genuinely love and recommend. We pick each one by hand and look for real local roots: locally owned or run, part of the community for years, recognized by local media, community groups or the town itself, or simply a place locals send their friends. High ratings or being popular with tourists aren’t enough on their own. Each card has a short “Local pick” note saying why it’s here.
Open Now is based on each place’s listed hours. Hours can change for holidays, seasons or special closures — check with the venue before you go.
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Roster Sports Club
Closed · Opens 11 AM
Vernon pub grub and award-winning burgers beside a squash, racquetball and golf-sim club; open since 1993.
Local pick: Voted Best Pub and Best Wings in the North Okanagan (2026)
Dogs OK Vegetarian +7
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Masiero Pizzeria Napoletana
Closed · Opens 4 PM
Wood-fired Neapolitan pizza from an oven built in Naples, in downtown Vernon; 50-seat dining room.
Local pick: Voted Best Pizza in the North Okanagan (2026)
Vegan Vegetarian +4
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1516 Pub & Grill
Closed · Opens 11 AM
Vernon's only waterfront restaurant on the Vernon arm of Okanagan Lake, with a big lakeside patio.
Local pick: Voted Best Outdoor Patio in the North Okanagan (2026)
Dogs OK Vegan +8
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Hurlburt Park
Open to the public
Hurlburt Park is where Vernon swims with its dog.
Local pick: Where Vernon swims with its dog: an Eastside Road beach with an off-leash area, a dock, a swim platform and an easy paddle launch.
Free Dog Friendly
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Rosalinda's
Open now · Closes 2:30 PM
Filipino breakfast dishes are the draw at Rosalinda's, a family-run diner on 33 Street in Vernon, and few local menus offer them.
Local pick: Voted Best Budget-Friendly Restaurant in the North Okanagan (2026)
Kids OK Open early
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The Edge Restaurant & Bar
Closed · Opens 4 PM
Steakhouse at The Rise Resort above Okanagan Lake: Chateaubriand, West Coast seafood, Coravin wines by the glass, multi-level patio.
Local pick: A North Okanagan readers' favourite for patio dining (2026)
Patio Lake view +3
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La Carraia Gelateria Cafe
Open now · Closes 9 PM
Florentine-style gelateria in Vernon: 60 rotating gelato flavours, espresso, pastries, savoury lunch.
Local pick: Voted Best Ice Cream in the North Okanagan (2026)
Kids OK
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Vernon Towne Theatre
Hours not confirmed · call ahead
A historic downtown cinema dating to 1929, run by the non-profit Okanagan Screen Arts Society and showing new releases, classics, indie films and live concerts and…
Local pick: Voted Best Arts Organization in the North Okanagan (2026)
From $12 / ticket Kids OK +1
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Sweet Caroline's Bakery
Open now · Closes 5:30 PM
Vernon bakery since 1986: from-scratch breads and buns, cakes, pastries, cinnamon buns and curry pockets.
Local pick: Voted Best Bakery, Best of North Okanagan 2026
Gluten-free Open early
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Okanagan Spirits Craft Distillery (Vernon)
Open now · Closes 6 PM
Western Canada's first craft distillery (2004): whisky, gin, fruit liqueurs and Canada's first absinthe.
Local pick: Voted Best Distillery in the North Okanagan (2026)
From $10 Dogs OK +2
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Bean Scene Coffee House
Open now · Closes 5 PM
Bean Scene Coffee House spreads across three quirky levels in Vernon, each with its own cozy nook, so it's built for lingering rather than grab-and-go.
Local pick: A quirky three-level Vernon coffee house full of cozy nooks, known for its standout gluten-free orange raspberry muffin.
Patio Gluten-free +1
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Winston Pub
Closed · Opens 11 AM
Vernon pub since 1995 known for hand-crafted burgers and craft beer on tap; Woodsman Group.
Local pick: A downtown Vernon pub fixture since 1995, with a newly renovated rooftop patio and daily happy hours.
Patio Sports TV +3
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Spallumcheen Golf & Country Club — Championship Course
Hours not confirmed · call ahead
18-hole championship and 9-hole executive courses with a driving range and Trackman simulator near Vernon.
Local pick: Voted Best Golf Course in the North Okanagan (2026)
Patio Groups
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Raku Rice & Noodle Bar
Closed · Opens 11:30 AM
Downtown Vernon ramen and rice bowls with karaage, chashu and sushi rolls; zucchini noodle swaps.
Local pick: Voted Best Take-Out in the North Okanagan (2026)
Vegan Vegetarian +4
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Fig Bistro
Open now · Closes 3 PM
Fig Bistro is a well-loved Vernon sandwich shop and bistro with thoughtful service.
Local pick: Voted Best Lunch in the North Okanagan (2026)
Vegan Vegetarian +4
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The Kal
Open now · Closes 10 PM
Vernon sports bar and eatery open since 1892, with arcade games, Kal Lager and a regular events calendar.
Local pick: A North Okanagan readers' favourite pub (2026)
Patio Gluten-free +7
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Ellison Provincial Park
Open to the public
Ellison Provincial Park rewards the drive south of Vernon with a different kind of Okanagan Lake day: multiple beaches with buoyed swim areas, a playground for the kids…
Local pick: Voted Best Campground in the North Okanagan (2026)
Free Dog Friendly
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The Curry Pot Indian & Nepalese Cuisine Restaurant
Closed · Opens 11:30 AM
Indian and Nepalese food in Vernon: clay-oven tandoori, stuffed naans, biryani and mango lassi.
Local pick: Voted Best Indian Restaurant in the North Okanagan (2026)
Vegan Vegetarian +4
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OHKIM Sushi
Closed today (Closed) · Opens tomorrow 11:30 AM
Korean and Japanese sushi and grill in Vernon with lunch bento boxes and local delivery.
Closed Nov 10–11, reopens Nov 12.
Local pick: Voted Best Sushi in the North Okanagan (2026)
Vegan Vegetarian +2
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Brixx Brewhouse
Closed · Opens 11 AM
The former Don Cherry's on 32nd Street in Vernon has reopened as Brixx Brewhouse, part of a small BC chain of gastropubs attached to Prestige hotels.
Local pick: A North Okanagan readers' favourite brewpub (2026)
Vegetarian Gluten-free +3
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Powerhouse Theatre
Hours not confirmed · call ahead
Volunteer community theatre in Vernon's 1960s-rescued old power house; 4-show season of plays and comedies.
Local pick: Voted Best Theatre Group in the North Okanagan (2026)
From $41.25 / ticket Groups +1
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Cambium Cider Co
Closed · Opens 12 PM
Ciders from its own organic orchard: dry apple, Golden Russet, Lavender Raspberry, whisky barrel aged.
Local pick: Voted Best Brewery in the North Okanagan (2026)
Dogs OK Vegan +7
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Ratio Coffee & Pastry
Open now · Closes 6 PM
Vernon coffee house baking croissants and Friday donuts in-house; Turkish eggs brunch, Drumroaster beans.
Local pick: Voted Best Local Coffee House in the North Okanagan (2026)
Dogs OK Vegan +4
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Phoenix Steakhouse
Closed · Opens 3 PM
Downtown Vernon steakhouse with a second-floor dining room, a private party room and a bar.
Local pick: Voted Best Steak in the North Okanagan (2026)
Gluten-free Happy hour
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New Golden Crown
Closed · Opens 10:30 AM
New Golden Crown is a longstanding Vernon Chinese restaurant popular for multi-generational family dinners.
Local pick: Voted Best Chinese Restaurant in the North Okanagan (2026)
Kids OK Groups
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Paddlewheel Park
Open to the public
Paddlewheel Park Beach is a local favourite, and for good reason: it is built for a full-day family outing.
Local pick: Vernon's full-day family beach on Okanagan Lake, with swimming, a playground, sports courts, a picnic shelter and plenty of shade.
Free
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Marshall Fields
Open to the public
A large city park on Okanagan Landing Road with ball diamonds, a full-size soccer field, and tennis and basketball courts.
Local pick: 2nd Best Park & runner-up Place to Walk Your Dog, Best of North Okanagan 2026
Free Dogs OK
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Okanagan Science Centre
Open now · Closes 5 PM
Hands-on science museum: Vern the animatronic ankylosaurus, dino dig pit, axolotls and a planetarium.
Local pick: Voted Best Place for a Kids' Birthday Party in the North Okanagan (2026)
From $12 Kids OK +2
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Midtown Bistro
Closed · Opens 12 PM
Small seasonal bistro menu in Vernon: artisanal sandwiches, seafood, grilled cuts and house-made desserts.
Local pick: A small downtown Vernon bistro with a focused, locally sourced menu; regulars come back for the pear-and-goat-cheese salad.
Kids OK Gluten-free +2
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Eatology
Open now · Closes 3 PM
Vernon quick-service breakfast and lunch diner since 2015; most baked goods and products made in-house.
Local pick: Voted Best Breakfast/Brunch in the North Okanagan (2026)
Vegan Vegetarian +5
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BNA Brewing Vernon
Closed · Opens 4 PM
BNA's production hub with 10+ beers on tap, including Don't Lose Your Dinosaur IPA and Red Branch red ale.
Local pick: A North Okanagan readers' favourite brewery (2026)
From $35 / hour Dogs OK +9
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Hot Bread Shoppe
Open now · Closes 4 PM
Downtown Vernon artisan bakery using real butter and organic flour, with no preservatives or additives.
Local pick: 2nd place Bakery, Best of North Okanagan 2026
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Intermezzo Restaurant and Wine Cellar
Closed · Opens 1 PM
Family-run fine dining in downtown Vernon: halibut, Moroccan rack of lamb, Steak Oscar, house-made gnocchi.
Local pick: Voted Most Romantic Restaurant in the North Okanagan (2026)
Vegan Vegetarian +4
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Hillview Golf Course
Closed for the season
Vernon's only 18-hole executive course: par 56, 3,300 yards, eight ponds and a winding stream.
Closed for the season.
Local pick: Vernon's go-to quick round: an 18-hole par-56 executive course where eight ponds and a stream demand precision over power.
Groups
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The Perch Winery
Closed for the season
The Perch Winery is a small, under-the-radar Vernon winery with a stunning mountain and lake view and a relaxed backyard to sit in.
Closed for the season.
Local pick: Voted Best Winery in the North Okanagan (2026)
Dogs OK Patio +2
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Historic O'Keefe Ranch
Closed for the season
1867 cattle ranch turned living museum: O'Keefe Mansion, St. Ann's Church, general store and farm animals.
Closed for the season.
Local pick: Voted Best Local Attraction and Tourist Spot in the North Okanagan (2026)
Free Kids OK +2
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Vernon Farmers' Market
Closed for the season
Local growers, bakers and makers bring seasonal fruit and vegetables, baked goods and more to Kal Tire Place.
Closed for the season.
Local pick: Voted Best Summer Event, Best of North Okanagan 2026
Free Dogs OK
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Davison Orchards
Closed for the season
A family farm on the edge of Vernon with wide views over the city.
Closed for the season.
Local pick: Voted Best Kids Attraction and Best Orchard/Local Farmer, Best of North Okanagan 2026
Free Dogs OK +1
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Vernon Golf & Country Club
Closed for the season
Private-club 18-hole, par-72 course (1913), 6,609 yards, with a railway crossing and fast greens.
Closed for the season.
Local pick: Played since 1913, a classic parkland course near Kalamalka Lake lined with towering poplars and weeping willows.
Patio Groups
All places on this page, A–Z (147)
- 1516 Pub & Grill
- 350° Bakehouse and Cafe
- Abandoned Rail Brewing Co.
- Accent Chocolate Factory
- Alchemist Distiller
- Alexander's Beach Pub & Liquor Store
- AMORE MIO Italian artisanal gelato
- Antico Pizza Napoletana
- Barley Mill Brew Pub
- Barn Owl Brewing
- Bean Scene Coffee House
- Bernie's Supper Club & Cinema
- Bin 4 Burger Lounge
- Bliss Bakery and Bistro
- Bluetail Sushi - Commerce
- BNA Brewing Kelowna
- BNA Brewing Vernon
- BNA Burger
- Bohemian Cafe
- Boyce-Gyro Beach Park
- Brixx Brewhouse
- BRODO Kitchen
- Buy The Sea Seafood
- Cambium Cider Co
- Cannery Brewing Co.
- CedarCreek Estate Winery
- Central Kitchen + Bar
- Cherry Pit Restaurant
- Chute Lake Lodge
- Creperie Ooolala Bistro
- Davison Orchards
- Dirty Laundry Winery
- Don-O-Ray Farm Adventure
- Dragonboat Pub
- DunnEnzies Pizza Downtown
- Eatology
- Edge of the Earth Vineyards
- Ellison Provincial Park
- Elma
- Fairview Mountain Golf Club
- Farmstrong Cider Company
- Fig Bistro
- Frankie We Salute You!
- Frind Estate Winery
- Gasthaus on the Lake
- Gellatly Nut Farm Regional Park
- Giant's Head Mountain Park
- GottaGoat Farm
- Grape Savvy Trolley Co
- Happiness Thai Restaurant
- Hillview Golf Course
- Historic O'Keefe Ranch
- Hoodoo Adventure Company
- Hot Bread Shoppe
- Hurlburt Park
- Il Vecchio Delicatessen
- Intermezzo Restaurant and Wine Cellar
- Jackknife Brewing
- Jeffer's Fryzz
- Kal Beach
- Kalamalka Lake Provincial Park – Cosens Bay
- Kalamalka Lake Provincial Park – Jade Bay & Juniper Bay
- Karat Chocolate
- Kin & Folk
- King Taps
- Knox Mountain Park
- La Carraia Gelateria Cafe
- La Casa Ouzeria Restaurant
- La Petite Abeille Cider
- Lachi Fine Indian Cuisine
- Lakeside Dining Room
- Linden Gardens
- Little Hobo Soup & Sandwich Shop
- LocoLanding Adventure Park
- Marmalade Bakery
- Marshall Fields
- Masiero Pizzeria Napoletana
- Micro Bar + Bites
- Midtown Bistro
- Mission Creek Regional Park
- MOO-LIX Ice Cream Shop
- Neighbourhood Brewing
- New Golden Crown
- Nk'Mip Desert Cultural Centre
- OHKIM Sushi
- Okanagan Rail Trail
- Okanagan Science Centre
- Okanagan Spirits Craft Distillery (Vernon)
- OROLO Restaurant + Cocktail Bar
- Paddlewheel Park
- Parlour Ice Cream
- Paynter's Fruit Market
- Penticton Boat Rentals
- Penticton Farmers' Market
- Penticton Golf & Country Club
- Petrasek Bakery
- Phoenix Steakhouse
- Pincushion Mountain Trail
- Pine Hills Golf Club
- Pizzeria Tratto Napoletana
- PNB - Pretty Not Bad
- Poplar Grove Winery
- Powerhouse Theatre
- Pulp Fiction – Pandosy
- Quails' Gate Winery
- Raku Rice & Noodle Bar
- Ratio Coffee & Pastry
- Red Bird Brewing
- Roma Nord Bistro
- Rosalinda's
- Rose Swanson Mountain Trails
- Roster Sports Club
- Shaughnessy's Cove
- SilverStar Mountain Resort
- Skaha Bluffs Provincial Park
- Snowshoe Sam's
- Spallumcheen Golf & Country Club — Championship Course
- Sprout Bread
- St. Andrews by the Lake Golf Resort
- Stillfood Bistro & Cappuccino Bar
- Summerland Golf & Country Club
- Sunny's a modern diner
- Sushi Kojo
- Sweet Caroline's Bakery
- The Black Antler
- The Clove Restaurant
- The Curry Pot Indian & Nepalese Cuisine Restaurant
- The Edge Restaurant & Bar
- The Harvest Golf Club
- The Hatch
- The Hub on Martin
- The Jammery
- The Kal
- The Mission Creamery
- The Modest Butcher Kitchen + Market
- The Perch Winery
- Theo's Restaurant
- Tickleberry's
- Two Eagles Golf Course & Academy
- Upside Cidery
- Vernon Farmers' Market
- Vernon Golf & Country Club
- Vernon Towne Theatre
- Wayne & Freda
- Wild Ginger
- Winston Pub
- Zias Stonehouse Restaurant