If you have been in Kelowna for a while you might remember a well-known pub owner Ernie Thatcher and his wife Chris. Their daughters Carmen Justus and Tiffany Thatcher, have opened EK's Grill.
When you enter you will see our 17000 liter salt water aquarium that is literally installed top to bottom in the restaurant, It is the largest privately owned salt water tank in BC, and with beautiful tropical fish you get a glimpse of waters from all over the world.Call 2508622236 and or reserve a table on dive nights when the Chef and other owner Bill gets in it to keep in clean.
When you enter you will see our 17000 liter salt water aquarium that is literally installed top to bottom in the restaurant, It is the largest privately owned salt water tank in BC, and with beautiful tropical fish you get a glimpse of waters from all over the world.Call 2508622236 and or reserve a table on dive nights when the Chef and other owner Bill gets in it to keep in clean.
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S. H.
Oct 30, 2021
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Vegans beware! The website advertises vegan bennies and other tasty looking vegan options. The vegan “food” was terrible! In fairness to them, they took the item off our bill, but when I gave the server feedback she couldn’t have cared less. If you want regular greasy spoon fare (with the service that goes with it), this is the place for you!
Kaitlin Adey
Sep 29, 2021
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Labour Unlimited
Sep 24, 2021
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Not sure how you mess up a B.L.T.CB but they did. I ordered and paid for extra bacon and got two slices to me this is not extra bacon and paid for cheese looks like I go half a slice. This is what you get for $17.00 and to top is off tomatoes were soggy and so was the bread. I would never recommend this place.
Very disappointed.
Very disappointed.
Jason Ackerman
Aug 21, 2021
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Very friendly staff, food was good but didn't look the best on the plate. Had the ogopogo breakfast. Although tasty, wasn't quite as nice looking as I expected. Home made jams are wonderful. Price was quite reasonable, looks like a great and affordable place for seniors.
Atmosphere is a bit dark, music was a bit dated, fishtank was pretty sweet- haven't seen that in a while! Next time I'll sit on the patio, it looked bright and inviting. Took COVID-19 precautions seriously and was well organized to keep everyone safe. Will be back!
Atmosphere is a bit dark, music was a bit dated, fishtank was pretty sweet- haven't seen that in a while! Next time I'll sit on the patio, it looked bright and inviting. Took COVID-19 precautions seriously and was well organized to keep everyone safe. Will be back!
Kelsey Spence
Jun 27, 2021
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Paulette M.
Jun 13, 2021
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Hi. This is a great restaurant and would highly recommend it. The atmosphere is charming with huge (and I mean huge) fish tank to gaze at while waiting for some great food served by a very friendly and helpful staff. We went for our 31st wedding anniversary. When the server heard this she had kitchen prepare their signature "donut" deep fried fresh from home made batter and topped with icing sugar and lovely chocolate sauce, on the house!
My husband and I were very pleased with our experience there and would highly recommend this eatery.
My husband and I were very pleased with our experience there and would highly recommend this eatery.
Don Hunter
Mar 11, 2021
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Jim B.
Jan 28, 2021
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Stopped in this morning Jan 28/21 for breakfast and was very good and great coffee I thought. They have a simple breakfast and a Senior breakfast both great value. Also omelettes, pancakes, whatever you like. Come out and support them. It's a comfortable place. I'll be back to try the burgers
They have a nice huge aquarium inside the dining area.
They have a nice huge aquarium inside the dining area.
Cindal McCabe
Sep 22, 2020
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Jeremy Rahn
Jul 03, 2020
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Laura Lewis
Nov 25, 2019
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Virginia Y.
Jan 23, 2019
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Hubby and I decided to try this place out for lunch after looking up places that served vegan dishes. While we are not committed vegans, my hubby wanted to eat more plant based foods. Being a former vegetarian myself, I was cool with that and decided to check it out. I think he wanted to go somewhere else up in the Glenmore area but I saw EK's first so why not?
First impressions was that it was a big place and prominent being on the corner! Lots of parking which is great and upon walking in, there was this amazing aquarium!
Decor was of a long time established type- nothing fancy but it
First impressions was that it was a big place and prominent being on the corner! Lots of parking which is great and upon walking in, there was this amazing aquarium!
Decor was of a long time established type- nothing fancy but it
Ali
Oct 06, 2018
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Sallie R.
May 22, 2018
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Heading to the Santana Concert with my good friend Misty and our friend Erik. He, the meat-eating guy is sandwiched between 2 Vegetarian women. haha. Well we were all so happy with the choices and the flavours I have been back since... awesome food! Even though it is casual, book a table, its busy!!!
Matthew F.
Apr 14, 2018
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Randy D.
Aug 20, 2017
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Christopher K.
May 20, 2017
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Stopped in here to get my racing bib for the EK's Grill 5km run race on Victoria Day May long... ended up having a very late lunch with my son.
We both had a salad. I had the Ironman and he had the Santa Fe. Both were surprisingly good given that the restaurant has more of a relaxed bar type (although there is no bar, it just feels that way) vibe. Good enough that I would 100% recommend for families as well as be back for more...
Service was quick and efficient as well.
We both had a salad. I had the Ironman and he had the Santa Fe. Both were surprisingly good given that the restaurant has more of a relaxed bar type (although there is no bar, it just feels that way) vibe. Good enough that I would 100% recommend for families as well as be back for more...
Service was quick and efficient as well.
Dayna D.
Mar 28, 2017
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Erin P.
Feb 15, 2016
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Had the best breakfast here today. Everything was so fresh and good. I had the eggs Benny and the meat wasn't the usual rubbery piece of ham, it was shaved Black Forest ham and so so good! They also had the choice of smoked pastrami which the waitress said they smoke themselves as well as the bacon. The icing on the cake was their centre of the room aquarium with a guide to all the different tropical fish that were in it. My three year old was mesmerized and my breakfast was peaceful :) the menu was great - I can't wait to go back and try their Huevos Rancheros - they looked delish as
Darryl F.
Oct 13, 2015
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The wife and I went out for a nice dinner at EK's, we were greeted by a vary nice lady that took us to our seat. I had a stuffed burger and a beer from the tap which was really good, I would say the best in town.
The whole menu looks good in which my next item I want to try is the fried chicken.
We have recommended this place to friends and family that now come here.
I am not sure why people don't rate this five stars as I have never had any bad experience.
The whole menu looks good in which my next item I want to try is the fried chicken.
We have recommended this place to friends and family that now come here.
I am not sure why people don't rate this five stars as I have never had any bad experience.
Wes Q.
Jun 04, 2015
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Nicole B.
Mar 13, 2015
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We went there on a whim. It was sunday brunch, the buffet was way too expensive (almost 15$ per person) so we ordered a breakfast (not alot of varity) and shared. The fish tank was cool our son loved it, and we didnt sit there kn our phones for once. We spoke with one of the owners who explained how he gets into the tanks on a specific night to clean it (during restaurant hours)
I do want to go back as i have seen there sign for the 649 burger (six meats, four cheeses for nine bucks).
I do want to go back as i have seen there sign for the 649 burger (six meats, four cheeses for nine bucks).
Jeff R.
Jan 16, 2015
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I didn't have high expectations based on other reviews, but I was pleasantly surprised. If they had some issues when they opened, they seem to have worked them out. Service was reasonably attentive and quick, and the Smokehouse burger was excellent, a nice, juicy burger that was enhanced but not overwhelmed by the smoked meat. My companions enjoyed their meals (another burger, and fish and chips) as well. Presentation was good for all of them. Decor is fine, maybe a little minimalistic (aside from the giant fish tank) but open and comfortable.
