Enjoy Kelowna's outstanding food scene with peace of mind, as local restaurants have a variety of COVID-19 protocols in place and continue to work hard to make sure guests have an enjoyable and safe experience, while maintaining the health and safety of their employees.   


Restaurant Requirements

BC Health Officials have laid out health and safety protocols for restaurants and cafes, which each business must adhere to as part of their operation:

  • Surfaces are sanitized thoroughly between customers.
  • Maximum group size of six people per party. 
  • Liquor may only be served until 10:00 pm.
  • Masks are mandatory in public indoor settings. 
  • A COVID-19 safety plan must posted in the restaurant and on their website, if they have one.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

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Customer Recommendations

While restaurant owners and staff are working hard to serve customers safely, you can also help to keep those around you safe when dining out:

  • Plan ahead—if you are able to, make a reservation. 
  • Make sure to keep your groups small. No more than 6 people can dine together at one table & no mingling between tables
  • Use the sanitizer stations available or bring your own to use.
  • Always remain seated at your table. If you need to get up to use the restroom, make sure you are physical distancing and wearing your mask; don't loiter or visit another table.
  • Masks are mandatory in public indoor settings. A mask must be worn until you are seated at a table.

 


Embrace the outdoors

Bernard Ave - Street Closure - Patios

Photo by: Nic Collar Film

Many restaurants around Kelowna are offering expanded patios giving the opportunity for more people to dine outdoors. Dining outdoors extends beyond summer in Kelowna, as the warmer weather makes it easy to comfortably dine outside.

Bernard Avenue in Downtown Kelowna has transformed into a pedestrian street from St. Paul Street all the way to Okanagan Lake and has patios, performances, programs, art installations, and more. Many restaurants are also still offering takeout, in case you want to grab food to enjoy at one of Kelowna's many beaches or parks.

Let's continue to #exploreKelowna safely and responsibly.

 

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