5 Best Steakhouses in Kelowna
Meat lovers, protein seekers and foodies looking for the ultimate steak, welcome to our list of the 5 best steakhouses in Kelowna! The Okanagan Valley is known for many things. Mountains, lakes, wineries and a lifestyle virtually unrivalled in Canada. Until recently though, the food scene in Kelowna and the surrounding area has been lacking when it comes to looking for the ultimate steakhouse.
As tourism increases in the region and Kelowna’s population grows, those looking for a tasty meal, upbeat atmosphere and the finer things in life do as well. While not previously known for its culinary flair, Kelowna is increasingly becoming a hot spot for dining options and a nightlife that compares with other top cities in Canada.
Always a fan favourite, a proper steak cooked to perfection can be the highlight of your night out. Be it a Striploin, T-Bone, Top Sirloin, Tenderloin or the classic Ribeye, nothing gets out mouth watering quite like the thought of a high quality piece of protein cooked to perfection. Without further delay, here’s our pick for the 5 best steakhouses in Kelowna.
Derrick’s Steakhouse
Coming in top spot on our list of the 5 best steakhouses in Kelowna, Derrick’s Steakhouse is exactly what you’d expect from an authentic steakhouse. Located at 1560 Water Street in Kelowna, Derrick’s opened in 2024 in the iconic location formally home to Raudz. With a complete renovation and a focus on the high end steakhouse experience, Derrick’s Steakhouse simply knocks it out of the park.
Details matter and the team at Derrick’s Steakhouse understands what steak lovers are after. Offering a substantial selection of cuts, table side Caeser salad, and pretty much every a la carte option you can think of, Derrick’s is a welcome addition to the downtown Kelowna culinary scene.
One of only a handful of restaurants in the region offering a Tomahawk steak on the menu, the team at Derrick’s dream big and deliver an incredible dining experience. With only the best quality meats and ingredients, the “art of steak” is alive and well in Kelowna.
Upon entering, enjoy a mixed cocktail or dive right into the extensive wine list, a staple of any proper steakhouse. Focusing on Okanagan and International wines alike, there’s a crisp white or deep red waiting for you at Derrick’s.
With over a dozen sides and several more a la carte accompaniments, come hungry and you won’t be disappointed. Ticking all of the boxes of what a steakhouse should be, Derrick’s Steakhouse lands in first spot on our list of the 5 best steakhouses in Kelowna.
Erica Jane Restaurant
Stunning, modern, elevated dining in the heart of Kelowna! This is the Erica Jane experience. Coming up next on our list of the 5 best steakhouses in Kelowna, Erica Jane Restaurant located at 1187 Sunset Drive offers a stunning insight into the future of the Kelowna’s culinary scene. Offering an extensive menu of proteins as well as vegetarian and seasonal options, Erica Jane just might offer the most complete dining experience in the city.
While not a true steakhouse, rather Erica Jane simply continues to offer up choice cuts of beef that simply impress beyond words. Order up their 16 ounce Ribeye, 12 ounce Fillet Mignon or the big daddy, their 46 ounce Porterhouse, well marbled and on the bone. This one’s sliced for sharing as you enjoy the moody atmosphere of perhaps Kelowna’s most well rounded restaurant.
Whatever cut of steak you choose, we’re confident it’ll pair well with their substantial wine list. Be it for a milestone, birthday celebration of just a night on the town, the team at Erica Jane will help you select the perfect bottle, paired specifically to your meal.
As with any fine dining restaurant, the service has to match the meal and you’ll be hard pressed to find better service anywhere else in the city. At Erica Jane you’ll find a hospitality team that’s always present, never out of reach and ready to help with anything you need.
The Keg Steakhouse and Bar Kelowna
A staple of the Canadian restaurant scene, and the only chain brand on our list, the Keg knows steak well and while they offer over 100 locations across the country, the Kelowna location continues to be a shining example of what quality meats, management and hospitality teams can do when focused on guest experience. Making our list of the 5 best steakhouses in Kelowna, The Keg delivers in spades!
Offering an impressive footprint, you’ll always be welcomed with a smile as you enter The Keg Kelowna. Perfectly lit and laid out, you know you’re in a traditional steakhouse as soon as you step foot in the building.
As with their location, their menu is robust, offering loads of options for steak lovers as well as accommodating dietary preferences for just about everybody. We love their wine selection as well, but the focus here is on the protein!
With two distinct menu options for steak, the Keg Classics, or the Keg Steaks + Prime Rib, options abound and we’re confident that nobody will be leaving hungry. We highly recommend the New York Striploin, accompanied by roasted vegetables and Atlantic Lobster tail. Sure it’s a splurge, but you’re out for an evening to remember aren’t you! If you’re not feeling the Lobster, there’s always the Snow Crab or if you’re feeling traditional, the classic baked Potato.
Easily making our list of the 5 best steakhouses in Kelowna, The Keg has stood the test of time, consistently offering choice cuts of beef with a team that executes well and leaves guests feeling satisfied and of course, with full bellies!
The Modest Butcher Kitchen + Market
Next up on our list of the 5 best steakhouses in Kelowna, the Modest Butcher Kitchen + Market continues to offer an approachable yet sophisticated dining experience. Located just over the bridge in West Kelowna at 829 Douglas Road, you’ll find the restaurant within Mt. Boucherie Estate Winery.
Well established as one of the top steakhouses in Kelowna, The Modest Butcher plays on it’s cheeky name with a well thought out menu of protein offerings, complete with sides you’d expect from a traditional steakhouse. While housed within a winery, steak lovers can enjoy wines from their own vineyards, or select any number of international wines adorning their menu.
Speaking of steak, you’ll find all the classics at the Modest Butcher. Flat Iron’s, Ribeye’s and even Tomahawks. Presented well and cooked to your liking, pair with an exceptional bottle of Mt. Boucherie Estate’s “Contessa” and you’re well on your way to one of the best meals you’ve ever had. Add an order of Dungeness crab or Garlic Prawns and you’ve got yourself a match made in heaven.
Unique among the restaurants on our list of the 5 best steakhouses in Kelowna, The Modest Butcher also offers an exceptional view of Okanagan Lake and the surrounding mountains from their large patio. Make sure to request a patio seat when making reservations and complete a truly authentic Okanagan Valley experience!
Humo Izakaya
Rounding out our list of the 5 best steakhouses in Kelowna is Humo Izakaya. Now we know Humo is not a traditional steakhouse, but their teams’s culinary background and menu would have you think otherwise. Sure beef is not at the forefront of their menu, but where it does show, it shows well!
Led by Chef Kai Korall, previously of Lake Country’s fantastic Block One Restaurant at 50th Parallel Estate Winery, Chef Kai is an award winning master when it comes to preparing and delivering remarkable beef dishes.
Currently showcasing braised beef ribs or the iconic Tomahawk prepared smoked and then over a charcoal grill, the flavours and presentation of these dishes has us taking notice. Add roasted bone marrow or a poached Lobster tail and you’ve got a feast on your hands.
With a fantastic downtown location at 210 Lawrence Ave, Humo Izakaya offers a glimpse into the future of Kelowna’s culinary scene. With a thoughtful approach, attention to detail and a welcoming atmosphere, we look forward to seeing Humo on our list of the 5 best steakhouses in Kelowna for years to come.
If you’ve made it this far, you’ve come to see that Kelowna has a strong foundation on which to build on well into the future. As the downtown core continues to develop, we’re confident more steakhouses will open up, catering to the city of Kelowna’s love for beef!
We hope you’ve enjoyed our list of the 5 best steakhouses in Kelowna and if beef isn’t your thing, we invite you to explore our lists of either 5 Amazing Italian Restaurants in Kelowna or the 6 Best Hamburgers In Kelowna.
