Guidebook for Vernon
Restaurants in and around Vernon
Indian Nepalese Vegetarian Friendly Vegan Options Gluten Free Options
Italian Kitchen Company
2916 30th AveGreat food, amazing atmosphere. A Vernon icon.
The go-to coffee place for locals. Great patio, grand meeting table upstairs and cozy atmosphere.
18 locals recommend
Bean Scene Coffee House
2923 30th AveThe go-to coffee place for locals. Great patio, grand meeting table upstairs and cozy atmosphere.
Diner On Six
2511 BC-6Breakfast hotspot, great food, excelent service!
Gourmet coffee place with delicious home-baked pastries and doughnuts, gourmet pizza on select weekend days, a play area for kids and patio seating. Hip, fun.
55 locals recommend
Ratio Coffee & Pastry
3101 29th StGourmet coffee place with delicious home-baked pastries and doughnuts, gourmet pizza on select weekend days, a play area for kids and patio seating. Hip, fun.
Great food right in the former Greyhound station! This is Vernon's popular place for breakfast and lunch...get there early to avoid lineups.
78 locals recommend
Eatology
3100 30 StGreat food right in the former Greyhound station! This is Vernon's popular place for breakfast and lunch...get there early to avoid lineups.
Established Sushi Restaurant with great food and value.
9 locals recommend
Mahoroba Japanese Restaurant
2921 30th AveEstablished Sushi Restaurant with great food and value.
THE MED
2915 30th AveTop quality restaurant for an evening out with room for groups.
Bamboo Beach Fusion Grille
3313 30th AveDelicious quality food!
Delicious Thai food in a romantic setting in the heart of Vernon
7 locals recommend
Amarin Thai Restaurant
2903 31 StDelicious Thai food in a romantic setting in the heart of Vernon
Midtown Bistro is a gem of a place right downtown Vernon. The food is delicious, the atmosphere warm and welcoming. They also do catering and have the most incredible appetizer platters!
21 locals recommend
Midtown Bistro
3024 30th AveMidtown Bistro is a gem of a place right downtown Vernon. The food is delicious, the atmosphere warm and welcoming. They also do catering and have the most incredible appetizer platters!
Intermezzo is a fine dining restaurant with an intimate atmosphere and delicious food. A perfect place for a special dinner out.
66 locals recommend
Intermezzo Restaurant and Wine Cellar
3206 34 AveIntermezzo is a fine dining restaurant with an intimate atmosphere and delicious food. A perfect place for a special dinner out.
Upscale Sushi restaurant downtown Vernon with privacy from the streetscape. Great sushi!
15 locals recommend
Kawakubo Vernon
3315 30th AveUpscale Sushi restaurant downtown Vernon with privacy from the streetscape. Great sushi!
Indian Nepalese food with meat, vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options. They have both a smorgasborg and menu items.
11 locals recommend
The Curry Pot Indian & Nepalese Cuisine Restaurant
3007 30th AvenueIndian Nepalese food with meat, vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options. They have both a smorgasborg and menu items.
Dorians Greek Taverna
3224 30th AveGreat Greek food, large portions and traditional atmosphere.
Authentic and delicious Central American food. Cosy atmosphere.
15 locals recommend
Los Huesos Restaurant
2918 30th AveAuthentic and delicious Central American food. Cosy atmosphere.
Suda Restaurant
3415 30th AveUnique Korean food including Bulgogi hot pots.
Classy steak house with cosy lower level restaurant and modern bar, food and deck upstairs.
34 locals recommend
Phoenix Steakhouse
3117 30th AveClassy steak house with cosy lower level restaurant and modern bar, food and deck upstairs.
Great place to stop in at on your way to Kalamalka Beach or the Vernon to Oyama Rail Trail
31 locals recommend
Rail Trail Cafe
13904 Kalamalka RdGreat place to stop in at on your way to Kalamalka Beach or the Vernon to Oyama Rail Trail
The Roxy Cafe
3008 31 StThe Okanagan. Eatery (Catering)
Raku Rice & Noodle Bar
3318 30th AveTriumph Coffee
3401 A 30th AveGolden Crown Restaurant
Arts & Culture
Features great lineup of artist. Giftshop, foreign film and alternative DVD rental and courses.
12 locals recommend
Vernon Public Art Gallery
3228 31 AveFeatures great lineup of artist. Giftshop, foreign film and alternative DVD rental and courses.
Best gallery in the Okanagan Valley. Features top artist in our region and North America.
Headbones Gallery
6700 Old Kamloops RdBest gallery in the Okanagan Valley. Features top artist in our region and North America.
Artist Studios, Art, cultural and musical events can be found at this iconic heritage home once owned by the royal Caetani family from Italy. Sveva Caetani became a famous artist and left her home to the City of Vernon.
6 locals recommend
Caetani Cultural Centre
3401 Pleasant Valley RdArtist Studios, Art, cultural and musical events can be found at this iconic heritage home once owned by the royal Caetani family from Italy. Sveva Caetani became a famous artist and left her home to the City of Vernon.
Modern venue fully equipped for great performances. www.ticketseller.ca has full schedule for this building and other local events
25 locals recommend
Vernon & District Performing Arts Centre
3800 33 StModern venue fully equipped for great performances. www.ticketseller.ca has full schedule for this building and other local events
The renowned Caravan Farm Theatre puts on live outdoor theatre performances several times per year.
26 locals recommend
Caravan Farm Theatre
4886 Salmon River RdThe renowned Caravan Farm Theatre puts on live outdoor theatre performances several times per year.
If you are staying for a while look up their programs and activities. They’re located right next to Polsen Park.
Vernon Community Arts Centre
2704A BC-6If you are staying for a while look up their programs and activities. They’re located right next to Polsen Park.
Powerhouse Theatre
2901 35 AveGallery Vertigo
3105 28th AveGallery Odin
Vernon Jazz Club
3000 31 StEssentials
Downtown - Local, organic groceries, deli and vitamins.
25 locals recommend
Nature's Fare Markets - Vernon
3400 30th AveDowntown - Local, organic groceries, deli and vitamins.
Downtown - Best selection of bulk food, spices, natural foods etc. Clean with great service.
12 locals recommend
Simply Delicious
3419 31 AveDowntown - Best selection of bulk food, spices, natural foods etc. Clean with great service.
Downtown - Best selection of fresh and frozen fish, deli items with great service!
7 locals recommend
A Fine Kettle O' Fish
3408 31 AveDowntown - Best selection of fresh and frozen fish, deli items with great service!
Within walking distance- Delicious breads, pastries and condiments served with a friendly smile.
10 locals recommend
HOT BREAD SHOPPE
2901 31 StWithin walking distance- Delicious breads, pastries and condiments served with a friendly smile.
Within walking distance - The best cheese in Vernon within walking distance from your stay.
Wedge Cheesery
3026 30th AveWithin walking distance - The best cheese in Vernon within walking distance from your stay.
Within walking distance - Incredible olive oils and vinegars in many flavours. Gift packs and other delicacies offered too.
9 locals recommend
Olive Us Oil and Vinegar Tasting Room
3003A 30th AveWithin walking distance - Incredible olive oils and vinegars in many flavours. Gift packs and other delicacies offered too.
Health food and smoothie bar with delicious vegan breakfast and lunch items.
7 locals recommend
Eat Good Market
4511 27 StHealth food and smoothie bar with delicious vegan breakfast and lunch items.
This store is at the corner of Pleasant Valley and Silver Star Roads and the closest larger super market until our downtown Vernon Super Market is finished renovations. It has an excellent selection of all essential food items and a liquor store.
45 locals recommend
Butcher Boys Grocery Store
4803 Pleasant Valley RdThis store is at the corner of Pleasant Valley and Silver Star Roads and the closest larger super market until our downtown Vernon Super Market is finished renovations. It has an excellent selection of all essential food items and a liquor store.
The Village Green Shopping Centre has The Bay, Winners, Save on Foods, Sport Check a government liquor store and various other retailers.
32 locals recommend
Village Green Centre
4900 27 StThe Village Green Shopping Centre has The Bay, Winners, Save on Foods, Sport Check a government liquor store and various other retailers.
Swan Lake Nurseryland Fruit Market & Garden Centre
7920 Highland RdEntertainment & Activities
In the summer months Polson Park offers walking and biking trails and children's playgrounds and a water park.
25 locals recommend
Polson Park
2600 BC-6In the summer months Polson Park offers walking and biking trails and children's playgrounds and a water park.
Sovereign Lake Canada's Premier Full Service Ski Club - World-class grooming and outstanding early and late season ski conditions.
42 locals recommend
Sovereign Lake Nordic Club
250 Sovereign Lake RdSovereign Lake Canada's Premier Full Service Ski Club - World-class grooming and outstanding early and late season ski conditions.
World renowned spas, accommodation, conference facilities and dining experiences.
41 locals recommend
PeakFine Restaurant at Sparkling Hill Resort
888 Sparkling PlWorld renowned spas, accommodation, conference facilities and dining experiences.
Bike rentals, repairs and bikes for sale. On the way to Kalamalka lake
6 locals recommend
Sun Country Cycle
16500 Kalamalka Lake RdBike rentals, repairs and bikes for sale. On the way to Kalamalka lake
Great place for cycle and ski gear. On the way to Silver Star on Silver Star road.
Olympia Cycle & Ski
2211 48 AveGreat place for cycle and ski gear. On the way to Silver Star on Silver Star road.
Attridge Snow Ski Wake
2706 48 AveEquipment for the mountain and lakes. Across from Village Green Mall.
Equipment for rent - boats and mountain gear. On the way to Okanagan Lake.
Okanagan Recreational Rentals
6101 Okanagan Landing RdEquipment for rent - boats and mountain gear. On the way to Okanagan Lake.
The best in stand up paddle board sales and sup rentals. They also offer lessons.
38 locals recommend
Kalavida Surf Shop
13908 Kalamalka RdThe best in stand up paddle board sales and sup rentals. They also offer lessons.
The Rise Golf Course
8800 Rising View WayVernon Golf & Country Club
800 Kalamalka Lake RdParks & Nature
Paddlewheel Park has a great beach, playground, tennis court, NOSA Dinghy Sailing Club and Vernon Paddling Centre as well as Paddlewheel Hall with some historical information and public/private events.
6 locals recommend
Paddlewheel Hall
7813 Okanagan Landing RdPaddlewheel Park has a great beach, playground, tennis court, NOSA Dinghy Sailing Club and Vernon Paddling Centre as well as Paddlewheel Hall with some historical information and public/private events.
Nestled on the northeastern shore of Okanagan Lake, Ellison Provincial Park includes 220 hectares of forested benchlands above a rocky shoreline of scenic headlands and sheltered coves.
76 locals recommend
Ellison Provincial Park
Ellison Park RoadNestled on the northeastern shore of Okanagan Lake, Ellison Provincial Park includes 220 hectares of forested benchlands above a rocky shoreline of scenic headlands and sheltered coves.
Virtually at the back door of the City of Vernon, this fine example of North Okanagan grassland is dotted with ponderosa pine and groves of Douglas-fir. The spring wildflower show is truly spectacular. The largely undeveloped park has an all season appeal to those interested in its natural setting.
119 locals recommend
Kalamalka Lake Provincial Park
Virtually at the back door of the City of Vernon, this fine example of North Okanagan grassland is dotted with ponderosa pine and groves of Douglas-fir. The spring wildflower show is truly spectacular. The largely undeveloped park has an all season appeal to those interested in its natural setting.
Bishop Wild Bird Sanctuary
12408 Coldstream Creek RdNature Reserve Swan Lake
Walking trails and bird watching.
This new bike trail runs along the magnificent Kalamalka Lake shoreline from Vernon to Oyama (35kms).
118 locals recommend
Okanagan Rail Trail
This new bike trail runs along the magnificent Kalamalka Lake shoreline from Vernon to Oyama (35kms).
Kal Beach
Kalamalka Beach is at the Vernon end of Kalamalka Lake.
Kin Beach is at the northern tip of Okanagan Lake’s east arm. There is a covered picnic area and playground for children.
54 locals recommend
Kin Beach
7248 Tronson RdKin Beach is at the northern tip of Okanagan Lake’s east arm. There is a covered picnic area and playground for children.
Allan Brooks Nature Centre
250 Allan Brooks WayTrails, nature displays and activities for children.
Kekuli Bay Provincial Park is located off Highway 97, 11 km. south of Vernon. The park is situated on a beautiful bay on the west side of Kalamalka Lake, a destination for waterskiing and boating. It is located at around the half way mark on the Rail Trail to Oyama.
6 locals recommend
Kekuli Bay Provincial Park
328 Okanagan HwyKekuli Bay Provincial Park is located off Highway 97, 11 km. south of Vernon. The park is situated on a beautiful bay on the west side of Kalamalka Lake, a destination for waterskiing and boating. It is located at around the half way mark on the Rail Trail to Oyama.
Everything Else
Modern and bright library with fully equipped meeting and computer rooms. They feature speakers, courses, children’s programs and movies throughout the year.
7 locals recommend
Vernon Library
2800 30th AveModern and bright library with fully equipped meeting and computer rooms. They feature speakers, courses, children’s programs and movies throughout the year.
Pool, weight room, hot tub, sauna, steam room and gym. In the winter there are both outdoor and indoor skating rinks behind the red centre. The rec centre offers short term passes and all ages classes and activities throughout the year.
6 locals recommend
Greater Vernon Recreation
3310 37th AvePool, weight room, hot tub, sauna, steam room and gym. In the winter there are both outdoor and indoor skating rinks behind the red centre. The rec centre offers short term passes and all ages classes and activities throughout the year.
Free to the public, this is a great place to explore and find out more about Vernon.
19 locals recommend
Greater Vernon Museum & Archives
3009 32nd AveFree to the public, this is a great place to explore and find out more about Vernon.
The mural on the Vernon Post office is one of many and there are tours available to find them all.
Canada Post
565 Bernard AvenueThe mural on the Vernon Post office is one of many and there are tours available to find them all.
Okanagan Science Centre
2704 BC-6
Family activities for a rainy day.
Drinks & Nightlife
Vernon Jazz Club
3000 31 StClassic Jazz Club atmosphere. Great selection of music.
This restaurant offers a classy dining experience in their lower level and a hip bar and patio upstairs. It is in one of Vernon's old brick buildings right downtown with a view of the main street.
34 locals recommend
Phoenix Steakhouse
3117 30th AveThis restaurant offers a classy dining experience in their lower level and a hip bar and patio upstairs. It is in one of Vernon's old brick buildings right downtown with a view of the main street.
Marten Brewing Co. is a Craft Brewpub Bar & Grill. They are a micro-brewery in the heart of downtown Vernon BC. Built to be the locals', neighbourhood brewhouse, growler filling station, and community hangout.
45 locals recommend
Marten Brewpub & Grill
2933a 30th AveMarten Brewing Co. is a Craft Brewpub Bar & Grill. They are a micro-brewery in the heart of downtown Vernon BC. Built to be the locals', neighbourhood brewhouse, growler filling station, and community hangout.