Tour Partners
Okanagan Foodie Tours has partnered with a number of amazing eateries over the last 10 years – and we still work with many of them to this day! All our partners welcome our guests and serve up delicious food (and refreshing beverages) so we know you will enjoy your tastings.
We want to ensure the best possible foodie experience for your group so will take many factors into consideration when designing your tour – size of group, day of the week, eatery availability, type of tour – so the restaurants we select may vary.
NOTE our partners will do their best to accommodate serious dietary restrictions so be sure to share these with us.
Eateries May Include:
Chilango Modern Mexican
“Chilango” literally means “native of Mexico City” and at this eatery that is Izzy! Bringing his own spin to Mexican cuisine, Izzy and his team share a mix of traditional and modern dining trends and creativity. Many of the dishes are meant for sharing “family style” which allows you to try more than one, and the margaritas are everyone’s fave. Salud!
Dawett Fine Indian Cuisine
An exotic delight on Ellis Street, Dawett Fine Indian Cuisine brings a little “spice” to the tour. The delicious butter chicken, fresh naan bread and unique cultural dishes have earned Dawett the highest awards as the best Indian restaurant in Kelowna. Dawett’s flavourful array of foods has turned many guests into big fans of Indian cuisine – come taste why!
Soul de Cuba Café
Soul de Cuba Café has brought authentic Cuban cuisine to downtown Kelowna. They offer authentic traditional dishes for breakfast and lunch following grandma’s home-made recipes. On Fridays and Saturdays there is live music so be sure to stop by for the best Mojitos in town!
El Taquero – Tacos & Tequila
El Taquero is an authentic taqueria which offers visitors tasty tacos and a refreshing beverage. Crafted by Taco Maker Izzy, the tacos and tortas (Mexican sandwiches) are inspired by the street side taco stands of Mexico City, his home town. Many family recipes are used in his flavourful dishes. Izzy and Marnie welcome tour guests to experience a taste of Mexico in downtown Kelowna.
The Train Station Pub
The Train Station holds a special place in Kelowna’s history. It has been ‘connecting people since 1926’, and on this tour we are going to connect you with their great food, wide selection of refreshments, and comfortable atmosphere. They serve up everything from flatbreads, bowls, burgers and signature plates to amazing brunches every Saturday and Sunday. All aboard!
BNA Brewing Co.
Named after the British North American Tobacco Company, this brew house offers visitors amazing food, craft beers, and an outgoing, friendly atmosphere. Chef Best has created a menu that is perfect for a solo dinner, date night or a group of friends who want to taste a variety of delicious dishes. Add a tasting flight of their craft beers and you are set. Bottoms up!
Okanagan Spirits Craft Distillery
Although a non-food stop on the tour, OK Spirits is well worth a visit. They are Western Canada’s award winning original craft distillery, dating back to 2004. Using 100% locally grown fruits and grains to make premium, world-class spirits makes them a local success story.
Kelowna Beer Institute
Located in the heart of Kelowna’s Cultural District, the Kelowna Beer Institute brews in small batches and serves their beer unfiltered from tank-to-tap at it’s freshest state. They love to share their knowledge and passion for craft beer. Cheers!
Karat Chocolate + Pastry Boutique
At the Karat Chocolate Boutique the award-winning chocolates and confectionary are hand-made and crafted with care. Their showcase is visually stunning and full of sweet gems bursting with delicious flavours. You can’t stop at one!
The Okanagan Table
At The Okanagan Table you will get a look inside a professional chef’s kitchen where an award-winning culinary team not only prepares food for their high profile restaurants in town but also stocks their own specialty food market for locals to take home chef-prepared meals. Inside this unique space long table dinners, receptions and winemaker’s dinners are often hosted and as Kelowna’s premiere caterer you can find them at the best parties in town.
Hector’s Casa
When you enter Hector’s you feel instantly transported to the Pacific coast of Mexico – everything from the décor, the music, and most definitely the delicious aroma coming from the kitchen. Owners Mario and Martha have brought their love of family, traditional Mexican recipes and authentic home-style cuisine with them from Mexico. Muy bien!
Grate Cheesery
A visit to Grate Cheesery takes you on a global journey with international cheeses and many local favourites from the Okanagan and Canada. Having just opened their shop in July, Brittney and Matt are very excited to share their love of all things cheese with the foodies on our tour.
Teaberry’s Fine Teas
Teaberry’s is Kelowna’s first and finest tea merchant. With over 150 varieties of loose teas, Julie and her team welcome the opportunity to help you discover your blend. This quaint shop is a tea lovers dream with gift ideas and all the accessories for a wonderful cuppa tea!
Urban Fare
Discover Urban Fare in the Mission Park Mall with an educational (and tasty) tour-within-the-tour. At Urban Fare, food is their passion and it shows! From the amazing variety of products and services, to the friendly smiles on their team’s faces, to the well designed store displays, shopping here is an experience. You’ll learn a little and eat a lot!
Soy Asian Fusion
At Soy Asian Fusion you will taste authentic Asian dishes straight from Japan prepared by Chef Takeshi. From hand-crafted appetizers to ramen and rice bowls to Asian burgers, every bite is fresh and delicious. They also offer a vegan and gluten-free menu so everyone can enjoy their cuisine. You will soon understand why Soy Asian Fusion is one of the locals favourite place to eat in the Mission area.
Marmalade Cat Café
We can’t keep delicious food secrets at Okanagan Foodie Tours, so we look forward to sharing the Marmalade Cat Café with foodies on the “Trendy SoPa” tour. Since 1998 “The Cat” has been offering their guests a unique experience from the welcoming colorful Victorian style exterior to the warm cozy ambiance inside. They proudly offer healthy scratch-made options for breakfast and lunch, and bake all desserts and sweets in-house which go great with their beautiful Espresso drinks. A nice sweet treat to end this tasty tour!
Chutney Cuisine of India
Experience amazing, authentic Indian dishes at Chutney, our second stop on the tour. The restaurant is named after the delicious jam-relish mixture traditionally served with different Indian foods – everything from meats and poultry to seafood and vegetarian specialties, even desserts and cheeses. The flavors and aromas will definitely charm your taste buds.
