The annual Dine Around culinary experience is happening in and around Kelowna from January 17 to February 11, 2024, providing visitors and locals with an excellent opportunity to visit old favourites or discover new restaurants with multi-course menus on offer for prices ranging from $25 to $65 per person (excluding taxes and gratuity). From pub fare and fine dining to winery restaurants and cafés, you'll have just over three weeks to savour the best of Kelowna.

Sign up for the new #exploreKelowna Dine Around Pass—check in on the pass when you're out dining, and you'll be entered to win $350 worth of gift cards from participating businesses.


Here's a glimpse at 10 local Dine Around menus to entice you:


19 Okanagan Grill + Bar

Menu options at $35, $45, and $55 per person, with wine pairing suggestions available for an additional cost. The three-course $45 menu includes:

  • Starter: House Green Salad, Chef's Soup, or Classic Caesar Salad
  • Main: Carvery Sandwich, Fijian Curry Bowl, or Tuna Poke Bowl
  • Dessert: Cold Set Cheesecake or Chocolate Mousse

View the full 19 Okanagan Grill + Bar Dine Around menu here


Basil & Mint

Basil & Mint's 3-course, $55 Dine Around Menu includes: 

  • Starter: Soup of the Day, Caesar Salad, or House Made Gnocchi
  • Entree: Boneless Short Ribs & Onions, Seared Duck Breast, or Seafood Risotto
  • Dessert: Classic Italian Tiramisu or Chocolate Pate.

Wine pairings can be added for an additional charge of $32 per person. Click here for more menu details. 


Chilango Modern Mexican

Chilango Dine Around 2024
Photo: Chilango Modern Mexican (@kelchilango)
Groups of 4 or more can take advantage of Chilango's Dine Around menu, priced at $35/person, which includes:

  • Primer Curso: Tacos Dorados or Acorn Achiote Sticky "Ribs" & Huarache Con Birria
  • Entradas: Arrecherra y Camarones or Trompitos y Fritas, both served alongside fresh corn tortillas & salsa
  • Postre: Chef's selection of Mexican desserts

Adding welcome margaritas to the menu will increase the price to $43/person.


Diner Deluxe

Diner Deluxe has a 3-course menu on offer for $35/person, including:

  • First course: Spiced Orange
  • Main: Gouda Chicken & Waffle
  • Dessert: Strawberry Bites

Find descriptions of each course on the detailed menu here


El Taquero 

El Taquero Dine Around 2024
Photo: El Taquero (@keltaquero) on Instagram

El Taquero's 3-course Dine Around menu is $25/person and includes:

  • Appetizer: Chorizo Crispy Taquitos or Al Pastor Mushroom Tostadas
  • Entree: Tamales Yucatecos, Lamb Barbacoa Enchiladas, or Pastel Axteca (Mexican Lasagna)
  • Dessert: Churros or Carlota


Garden Bistro at Peak Cellars

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

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The Garden Bistro at Peak Cellars has a $45/person menu consisting of the following courses:

  • First: French Onion Soup
  • Main: House Made Pork Schnitzel
  • Dessert: Apple Fritters

Wine pairings are also available for an additional charge. View the full menu and suggested wine pairings here


Humo Izakaya

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

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One of Kelowna's newest restaurants, Humo Izakaya, is offering a $65/person menu with the following course options:

  • First: Charcoal Beets or Coconut Humboldt Squid
  • Second: Karaage Maitake Risotto
  • Dessert: Mangonada Sorbet or Masa Chocolate Tart

The restaurant has also partnered with Kizuna Sake and Mt. Boucherie Estate Winery to offer sake and wine pairings—view the full details here


J's Cafe & Bistro

There are a couple of Dine Around menu options at J's Cafe, including:

  • Kalbi Beef BBQ Platter for $28/person
  • BBQ Chicken & Sausage Platter for $25/person

The platters include a green salad to start, along with BBQ vegetables and corn, brioche bun, and fried kimchi. Dessert and drinks can be added for an additional charge. Find all the details here


The Hatching Post

The Hatching Post is serving up its "Smokeshow BBQ" as part of its 3-course, $25/person menu:

  • First: Brisket Burnt Ends with Cornbread & Maple Butter
  • Second: Smoked Pork Belly with Apple Cider Glaze
  • Dessert: Baked Cheescake with Honey Jalapeno Cowboy Candy

Visit the Dine Around website for full menu details. 


Salt & Brick

Salt & Brick's 3-course menu, set at $35/person, offers diners the following course options:

  • First: Ode to the Arches Big Mac Eggroll or Salt & Brick Brussel Sprouts
  • Second: Rigatoni or Rainbow Trout
  • Third: Perseval & Young Cheese Plate with House Preserves, Nuts, and Crackers

View recommended wine pairings and additional details here


Helpful Tips

  • Avoid disappointment by planning to make reservations in advance if you want to dine in.
  • Check out the Dine Around hotel offers to turn your night out into an even more fun experience.
  • Dine Around is the perfect time to gift a local restaurant experience to loved ones; friends and family will be excited to enjoy the fantastic meals available.

Visit the Dine Around website to see all the participating restaurants and their 2024 menus.