Experience Local.
Explore top local restaurants serving the best BC VQA wine features and specials. Taste delicious wines
handcrafted by families and farmers, refreshing crisp white, elegant red wines,
fresh sparkling and bright rosé wines.
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Wines of British Columbia is the festival sponsor of the following dining programs offering unique BC Wine and Culinary experiences.
FABLE KITCHEN
Vancouver
Every great story needs a beginning. Our story begins with Trevor Bird. While competing on Season 2 of Top Chef Canada during the ever popular “Restaurant Wars” episode, Trevor came up with the name for the team’s farm to table restaurant concept: FABLE.
FISHWORKS
Vancouver
The Lower Lonsdale restaurant scene is in need of a seafood restaurant that utilizes the bounty of fresh seafood from our unique and celebrated West Coast. Fishworks restaurant will feature timeless classics as well as contemporary , modern cuisine.
DAVIE DOSA COMPANY
Vancouver
Davie Dosa Company brings an exotic culinary experience of traditional Southern Indian cuisine and delicious cocktails to a vibrant neighbourhood.
BC URBAN KITCHEN & WINE BAR
Vancouver
A wine–first approach to all day grazing and shared–plate socializing.
NOMAD RESTAURANT
Vancouver
Highly stylized food and hand-crafted cocktails made by award-winning chefs and bartenders in a comfortable atmosphere.
RESTAURANT 62
Vancouver
Modern, low-lit restaurant offering locally sourced, Pacific Northwest eats & a notable BC wine list.
STEM JAPANESE EATERY
Vancouver
A place where their passion for creatively-crafted seasonal dishes could be enjoyed by the community in which they lived.
THE RENFREW PUB
Vancouver
The Renfrew Pub is the homey gathering place for locals and visitors at the heart of Port Renfrew.
WATER ST. CAFE
Vancouver
Our culinary team works with local suppliers to bring in the freshest of products to showcase the best that BC has to offer.
TUC CRAFT KITCHEN
Vancouver
Tuc Craft Kitchen located in the heart of Vancouver’s historic Gastown district servers seasonal, farm-to-table comfort food paired with a carefully curated list of New & Old World wines, inventive cocktails, and local craft beer.
WENDEL’S BOOKSTORE & CAFé
Vancouver
Since 1997 Wendel’s has focused on hand crafted fresh foods sourced locally.
ANCORA AMBLESIDE
Vancouver
Embracing the harmony of Peruvian and Japanese cultures while incorporating the bounty of the West Coast
Ancora’s cuisine manifesto is hinged on sustainable seafood, while sourcing local and international ingredients, and draws inspiration from its Pacific Northwest surroundings. Understanding the city’s dining evolution has inspired Ancora to create a menu that accommodates all of its diners’ culinary desires, combining flavours and techniques which embrace several diverse cultures in a modern, yet approachable setting.
HONEY SALT
Vancouver
Serving chef-driven, farm to table cuisine with an emphasis on locally & regionally sourced ingredients that highlight the bounty of British Columbia.
Papi’s Seafood and Oyster Bar
Vancouver
Papi’s Seafood and Oyster Bar features the best fresh catches from the Pacific Northwest, sea inspired cocktails, sun soaked patio, and the picturesque view of English Bay.
The name, a winking nod to the God of the Sea, Poseidon, evokes the connection to the water and is reflected in the monochromatic colour palette as well as the use of his trident motifs throughout the space. Just as a goddess should be treated, the centerpiece of the restaurant is a full-wall mural depicting the Sea Goddess, Amphitrite – painted by local artists, Arden Marow Ross and Peter Ricq.
UVA Wine & Cocktail bar
Vancouver
Since opening its doors in the heart of downtown Vancouver’s cultural and entertainment district, UVA has garnered the attention of Vancouverites and industry professionals as one of Vancouver’s top wine and cocktail bars. Winning numerous awards over the years for its seasonal cocktail and varied wine program, it has solidified itself as one of the best place to get a drink!
Ancora False Creek
Vancouver
Embracing the harmony of Peruvian and Japanese cultures while incorporating the bounty of the West Coast Ancora’s cuisine manifesto is hinged on sustainable seafood, while sourcing local and international ingredients, and draws inspiration from its Pacific Northwest surroundings. Understanding the city’s dining evolution has inspired Ancora to create a menu that accommodates all of its diners’ culinary desires, combining flavours and techniques which embrace several diverse cultures in a modern, yet approachable setting.
Kelowna Restaurants
CRAFT BEER MARKET
Kelowna
CRAFT Beer Market is a premium casual restaurant with over 100 taps of beer & wine on and a menu featuring handcrafted items made with fresh local ingredients whenever possible.
RauDZ REGIONAL TABLE
Kelowna
We’re serious about supporting local.
We’re blessed in the Okanagan to have a large number of independent growers, vintners and crafts people who excel at what they do.
OAK + CRU
Kelowna
Oak + Cru Social Kitchen and Wine Bar draws its inspiration from the bounty of the Okanagan Valley, which includes over 250 wineries, a burgeoning craft beer industry and an abundance of local food producers and artisans.
SALT AND BRICK
Kelowna
Salt & Brick is truly Kelowna’s Most Unique Culinary Experience.
SUNNY’S MODERN DINER
Kelowna
Another inspired restaurant by RauDZ Creative Concepts located around the corner from RCC hotspots RauDZ Regional Table & micro bar & bites Brush up on your diner lingo for fresh innovative takes on diner fare.
PERCH
Kelowna
Perch is deliberately sophisticated yet unapologetically edgy, our timeless ambience provides an intimate setting for your most memorable moments.
Quails’ Gate
West Kelowna
An all-season culinary destination, Old Vines Restaurant was designed to offer guests the ultimate food and wine experience in a spectacular vineyard setting. Widely-regarded as one of the best restaurants in the country, Old Vines Restaurant was privileged to be listed in the Top 100 restaurants in Canada by Open Table. Chef Roger Sleiman and his team believe in a philosophy of fresh simplicity: the menu is inspired by regional Okanagan and West Coast ingredients prepared in the classical tradition and, by partnering with local growers and artisanal producers, they create food that not only reflects our region but also beautifully compliments our wines.
THE OKANAGAN TABLE
Kelowna
Restaurant innovators, RauDZ Creative Concepts Ltd. (RCC), are bringing their latest idea to life in downtown Kelowna. Like ‘The Okanagan Table’ cookbook that encouraged us to get in the kitchen and cook, this new space, ‘The Okanagan Table – kitchen | events | catering’ continues to share that enthusiasm with almost endless opportunities to enjoy food and its preparation.
South Okanagan Restaurants
MIRADORO
South Okanagan
A partnership between Tinhorn Creek and BC culinary legend Manuel Ferreira, Miradoro combines one of Canada’s top wineries with an award-winning chef and an unbeatable view of the South Okanagan’s Golden Mile Bench.
SEE YA LATER RANCH RESTAURANT
South Okanagan
Enjoy a ranch/fusion-style lunch in the cozy and historic Major Fraser Room or on our Patio Lounge.
TERRAFINA AT HESTER CREEK BY RauDZ
South Okanagan
Meaning ‘from the earth‘ Terrafina is a gorgeous Tuscan style restaurant nestled amongst the vines of Hester Creek Estate Winery in Oliver.
THE BEAR THE FISH THE ROOT AND THE BERRY
South Okanagan
Modern vineyard cuisine inspired by our Indigenous roots.
Vancouver Island Restaurants
10 ACRES KITCHEN
Vancouver Island
Staying true to Farm to Plate principles, our own 10 acre farm provides the Kitchen with ethically raised livestock and organically grown produce. Our meals celebrate the “merroir” of the Pacific west coast and we strive to support local & regional fishermen, crabbers, oystermen, farmers, food and drink producers.
10 ACRES COMMONS
Vancouver Island
We have something in Common. We are part of the same community. The Commons is a place for you. Warm + welcoming with a locally inspired menu featuring sustainable seafood, organic produce from our farm and local spirits + craft brews.
FIRE + WATER RESTAURANT
Vancouver Island
Come and see why Fire + Water has quickly become a favourite among locals and visitors alike.
ALPINA
Vancouver Island
Atop the forested heights of the Malahat ridge overlooking the picturesque Saanich Inlet is an incredible west coast fine dining experience unlike any other on the island.
LOCALS
Vancouver Island
At Locals Restaurant, we are about celebrating the uniqueness of the Comox Valley and Vancouver Island, and hold a strong belief in local environmental sustainability and quality.
SOOKE HARBOUR HOUSE
Vancouver Island
The Sooke Harbour House Kitchen serves local, seasonal and organic foods, and the menu changes daily to reflect this.
UNSWORTH RESTAURANT
Vancouver Island
A Culinary celebration of all-things Vancouver Island.
VISTA 18
Vancouver Island
Victoria, BC’s only rooftop restaurant, where the view is only outdone by our menu of international flavours combined with fresh local ingredients.
Kamloops Restaurants
CORDO RESTO + BAR
Thompson Valley
At Cordo we prepare food in an innovative and nutritious manner inspired by our region and the season. We combine classic cooking techniques with a modern approach incorporating fresh herbs, local produce and regional wines whenever possible.
STORMS ON THE RIVER
Thompson Valley
Storms on the River is a locally owned and operated family restaurant right on the shores of the beautiful South Thompson River in Kamloops, B.C.
FORNO ON 5TH
Thompson Valley
We feature seasonally influenced Mediterranean cuisine that pair with our craft cocktails, local wines and inspired brews.
THE NOBLE PIG
Thompson Valley
A creative menu that is made up of market fresh ingredients that are prepared with honest, classic techniques, we can provide our guests the experience of great food in a casual pub environment.
Northern BC Restaurants
FUKASUKU
Northern BC
Fukasaku is devoted to authentic BC products and committed to sustainability, locality, and healthy eating.
Penticton Restaurants
THE KITCHEN
South Okanagan
At The Kitchen you will find a friendly atmosphere operated with family values and honest simple preparation. The best way to experience the Kitchen is through “Chef’s Choice”, where Abul will bring out course after course of vegetarian, seafood, meat tapas with surprises along the way. Chef’s choice enables Abul’s creativity to be tested and opportunity to diverge from the normal menu.
TIME WINERY & KITCHEN
South Okanagan
While the literal definition of TIME may be elusive, it is an observed phenomenon which allows us to honour key moments in our shared journey through life. With 50 vintages of experience in the South Okanagan, the team knows that our unique terroir can offer the right wine to celebrate any occasion. TIME Winery is committed to creating wines that express the unique flavours of Okanagan wine country.
Similkameen Restaurants
ROW FOURTEEN
Similkameen
A restaurant in the heart of the Similkameen valley the organic capital of Canada.
