The Kootenays & The RockiesRestaurants

Restaurants in The Kootenays & The Rockies

  1. A

    All Seasons Café

    Sitting out on the magical patio here, with little lights twinkling in the big tree above, you may not even care about the food, but you should. This is one of BC's best restaurants, with a casual and eclectic menu that changes with the seasons. Dishes are boldly seasoned and prepared using BC produce with global influences. There's also a great, reasonable wine list.

    reviewed

  2. B

    Oso Negro

    This local favorite (with a the corner location) roasts its own coffee. The café is bright and open, and outside there's tables in a garden with gurgling water features.

    reviewed

  3. C

    Kootenay Co-op

    Part community centre, part market, the Kootenay Co-op has local produce and foodstuffs and good prepared foods in its bakery.

    reviewed

  4. D

    Darwin's Deli & Cafe

    A classic deli with good sandwiches, internet access and a few tables outside.

    reviewed

  5. E

    Woolsey Creek

    The region's best restaurant, now housed in an old German restaurant, is run by two women who came for a visit from Quebec and never left. The stuffed animal heads are long gone, but in their place is an eclectic and changing menu that ranges from jambalaya to seafood to pasta. The vast patio is shielded by sunflowers in season. The bar often gets packed with buddies and stays open late.

    reviewed

  6. F

    Redfish Grill

    Redfish serves excellent cuisine throughout the day. The around C$5 breakfast special groans with eggs, bacon and more. By lunchtime things are more stylish, with a mix of sandwiches and salads. At night there's tapas-style small plates and a range of global cuisine made with local produce. And there are sidewalk tables.

    reviewed

  7. G

    Outer Clove

    Dishes at this funky joint are redolent with the namesake garlic. Burgers are spiked with cloves, while the pasta emits fragrant joy. Vegetarian choices abound - and for once they are not your bland ho-hum pap. Try to snare one of the tables on the sidewalk.

    reviewed

  8. H

    Claudio's

    Classic Italian fare and pizzas are served to ravenous hordes at this old-fashioned but oh-so-popular storefront. Tables outside are in demand in summer. Many opt for takeout and the comfort of their rooms.

    reviewed

  9. I

    Main Street Diner

    This classic diner has a dash of panache and is always busy. People queue for the covered sidewalk tables. The menu runs through the classics with color and flair. The burgers are tasty, the steaks tender.

    reviewed

  10. J

    Modern Bakeshop & Café

    Try a blueberry-lemon Danish or a croque-monsieur (grilled ham and cheese sandwich) for a taste of Europe at this cute art moderne café. Sandwiches come on artisan bread and there's free wi-fi.

    reviewed

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  12. K

    Main St Café & Coffee House

    In a beautifully restored gingerbread house, this sunny café has a popular outside terrace and an internet kiosk inside. There's omelettes for breakfast and lots of sandwiches for lunch.

    reviewed

  13. L

    Vienna Café

    Part of Packrat Annie's bookstore, this place has a tie-dyed vibe and a long menu of healthy foods, many both organic and vegetarian. Enjoy the rich coffee at one of the many sidewalk tables.

    reviewed

  14. M

    Grizzly Sports Bar & Grill

    Grizzly Sports Bar & Grill 'Who stole the puck?' might be just one of the phrases on your lips at this classic sports bar with good pub grub. Mt Begbie microbrewed beers are on tap.

    reviewed

  15. N

    Max & Irma's Kitchen

    The creative sandwiches here are best enjoyed on the sunny patio. At dinner there's Mediterranean dishes and excellent pizza.

    reviewed

  16. O

    Au Soleil Levant

    This tiny European-style back-alley bakery makes an exquisite range of French baked goods and baguette sandwiches.

    reviewed