Brunching is such a delight. Such a fun and luxurious treat to sleep in and then head out for a beautiful meal without touching your own kitchen pans. It’s also a very modern way to socialize, as meeting for brunch is sometimes a lot easier than trying to manage an evening dinner. Kelowna has some wonderful places to relax into a long brunch—with or without brunch libations, we have you covered.
Here are 10 places to get your morning groove on:
1. Rustic Reel Brewing Company
One of the city’s newest hits on the brewery scene offers a ‘Reel Late Breaky” on Sundays only starting at 10 a.m. going all-day long. Choices include yums like Eggs Benny Flight or the Campfire Has (you have to add the pulled pork, trust us). Communal tables make for ideal group brunching.
2. OAK + CRU
Housed in the Delta Hotels by Marriott Grand Okanagan Resort, OAK + CRU's menu serves everyone (especially wine lovers you may have guessed from the name). Breakfast ranges from bennies to pancakes, and smoothies. Super lovely in warmer days on the waterside patio.
3. Lakeside Dining at Eldorado Resort
A stunning setting, and dining lakeside at the charming El is a must. On Sundays, they throw down an epic brunch spread that has everything from crab legs to omelettes, and then some. They also serve breakfast every day – fancy a Green Eggs and Sam or Smoothie Power Bowl? Great gluten-free options here, too.
4. The Bohemian Café & Catering
Affectionately known by locals as The Boh, this breakfast spot is always a favourite for visitors and locals. The super cool room buzzes from 7:30 a.m. - 2 p.m. with breakfast and lunch. They have loads of other favourites like the Huevos Rancheros or Blueberry Oatmeal Pancakes – also get the house-made sausage.
5. Krafty Kitchen
Definitely the raddest place to have brunch on Saturdays and Sundays. Eat good in the hood at their Hip Hop Brunch. Full theme on with hip hop music to nosh by, order dishes like the Pop Lox and Drop It or Notorious BLT - whaaaat?
6. Diner Deluxe
Diner Deluxe sits right across from Gyro Beach and is a perfect spot to grab a bite then go for a glorious beach day. Their menu has a wide selection of options, from simple starts such as their housemade Big Cinnamon Bun, to bigger bites like the Morning Burger, sweets like their Marscapone French Toast, and a whole list of benny's to choose from including a Sauteed Wild Mushroom. There's something for everyone, from sweet to savoury.
7. OEB Breakfast Co.
OEB Breakfast Co. is a trendy brunch spot that offers a range of delectable breakfast and lunch bites. From items on the lighter side, such as Chia Seed Pudding, to breakfast poutines galore, and Duck Confit Crostinis, and even Banana Cream Pie French Toast. The options are endless!
8. The Train Station Pub
Brunch is served daily until 2 p.m. This beautiful historic building has transformed into a gastropub. Weekend brunches have gained a huge following for good reason. Lots to choose from and creative bennies like a Pakora Benny or Chicken + Waffles: liege waffle, spiced peach coulis, pesto aioli, and cheddar streusel.
9. Sunny’s - A Modern Diner
Total old school diner décor here at this cozy space downtown. Brick building and all, Sunny’s (named for RauDZ restaurant empire owners Rod Butters and Audrey Surrao’s beloved dog) has breakfast all the livelong day. Hard to choose with this fab menu but a couple of favourites here are Chicks on a Raft (peanut butter and eggs baby!): Scrambled eggs, bacon, green onion & very sharp cheddar, peanut butter on toasted baguette, hashbrowns or the Big Dog Hash (described by one social media commenter as “the best breakfast of my life”): Braised brisket, chorizo, bacon, tomatoes, caramelized onions, cheddar cheese, hash, two fried eggs, hollandaise, toast.
10. Vice & Virtue Brewing
How do poached eggs and shaved beef brisket with gochujang sauce on housemade cornbread with hollandaise sauce sound? Um, yes please! Vice & Virtue Brewing is doing the brunch thing so best get on it. Saturdays and Sundays until 2 pm. Yes, pair it with a beer (it's the weekend after all).
11. Central Kitchen + Bar
Known not just for their delicious bites and burgers, Central Kitchen + Bar also has brunch on Saturdays and Sundays from 10 am - 12:45 pm. Try their Proscuiutto & Mushroom Avocado Toast, the Espresso Chai Chocolate French Toast, or their rotating breakfast feature benny. Definitely pair your breakfast with the Central "CZR."
Now go get your brunch on!
