Sat at the bar and ordered several cocktails and a burger. The bartender Jalisa made some awesome creations for me. Thanks. Will be back soon!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Kelsey Fox
A very beautiful restaurant. Servers were polite but very slow. It was clear they were short staffed as there were only 2 servers running around, seating people, and preparing drinks. When asked what we wanted to drink we weren’t ready yet, the server left to give us more time but didn’t return for almost 20 minutes… I asked for a sweet drink recommendation and was told “I don’t know, I don’t know what you like.” My husband got the Maple Bacon Sour and we would not recommend, we watched the bacon get heated up with a lighter behind the bar and then dropped on the bar counter and put back onto the drink. The bacon smelled and tasted like butane and was extremely gross and unappealing. The crispy cauliflower and crispy brussel sprouts were quite tasty but lacked any sort of presentation. My husband got the fish special and although the fish was cooked well, it was just a plain unseasoned piece of fish on top of plain boiled potatoes… the cabbage and pea purée were tasty but there wasn’t much of either. I had the braised short rib and it was the toughest and fattiest short rib I’ve ever had. I kept gagging because of how much fat was in each bite. It was plated with a bunch of what tasted like boiled unseasoned vegetables and plain mashed potatoes. It also took over an hour for our food to arrive so we just ate what we had and got out of there, as we didn’t have time to complain and wait for something else to be made as we had to get home to our sitter. We wanted to go somewhere fancy for our first date night out since having a baby and we were extremely disappointed. Would have had more flavourful food if we had gotten fast food. We definitely won’t be returning.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 1
Service: 2
Recommended dishes: Crispy Cauliflower
Jos Krynen
We had a amazing evening with friends, super food, drinks and the restaurant is just amazing to be in.I recommend the beef tartare, and the steak with mushrooms and Demi glaze.Great wines and drinks, they even had a special Dutch drink called “advocaatje” super nice.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Aman Walia
Despite hearing rave reviews, my Valentine's dinner experience at OROLO was utterly disappointing. After eagerly booking a table and ordering a three-course meal, my partner and I found ourselves waiting for an excruciating two hours with no sign of food. We walked out after the prolonged delay. Orolo completely ruined our romantic evening, leaving us feeling frustrated and dissatisfied. It's regrettable that such high expectations were met with such a letdown.
Service: 1
D Goodwin
The ambiance was great, with dim lighting and tasteful decor creating an inviting atmosphere. It seemed fairly quiet for a Saturday evening with many open tables.From the moment we stepped in, the service was nothing short of excellent. The staff's attentiveness from taking our coats, getting us seated, and knowledge of the wine/food menu added to the overall dining experience.However, while the service and ambience exceeded expectations, the same cannot be said for the culinary aspect. We were super stoked about the menu. My wife is a huge fan of beef tartare and I love dry-aged beef. Some dishes lacked the depth of flavor promised on the menu, that combined with the price left me with a sense of mild disappointment. Starting with the Maple sour cocktail. It was great but as you can see from the photo it seemed to be missing the candied peppered bacon from the description. We had a sample of the Meritage and Cab Sauvignon wines, both were excellent, smooth, and complex. Very difficult to decide between the two. We chose the Meritage and it did not disappoint. We shared the beef tartare. We were hungry and finished it all but it wasn't the best we've had in the valley. The portion seemed small and the presentation underwhelming. It wasn't terrible by any means but we do prefer a chopped texture over what seemed like course ground beef. Egg yolk will beat whatever cured yolk dust was on it 9 times out of 10. My wife ordered the short rib and she said it was great. It looked amazing and she didn't even share any of it with me. I ordered the dry-aged striploin with beef tallow fries. It was cooked to order, lacked a good crust but tasted great. I am questioning if it was really dry-aged though. I was really excited to see some dry-aged sub primals in the display case they had but it was empty. I've been dry-ageing cuts at home anywhere from 30-120 days but really wanted to go out and enjoy the convenience. The striploin seemed to lack the concentrated beefiness, tenderness and that signature dry-aged flavor or funk.Despite the dry aged let down at Orolo(I have to see it to believe it I guess) It remains a venue worth considering for those who value exceptional service and a refined atmosphere. I'll definitely consider stopping in for happy hour, a free visa infinite tasting or splurging on a steak again if I see it in the display case..
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Dinner
Daryl R
My wife and I visited this restaurant in September when we were visiting, Penticton and I review is simple, great food, great service and amazing wine! One of my new favourite restaurants in the entire Okanagan Valley
sharedvision
Spending 2weeks in the Okanagan wine country led us to this fabulous restaurant in Penticton and we were so happy with our choice..a very warm welcoming met us upon our arrival and each part of the evening experience just added to our dining experience…the discussion of the menu led to a delightful experience in selecting our dinner and wine choices…
Barbara Norris-Preston
Tracey, our server was amazing! We will be back for sure.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Joel
Ordered an $18 lobster croquette and it was frozen solid in the middle.
Jens Petersen
I haven't had a steak this good in ages, it was perfect.
this restaurant dinner added a very special feature to our time in the Okanagan area…the name ‘horology’ is named for the study of time and thus Our Time At Penticton’s Orolo Restaurant allowed us to spent Top Quality Time with the very welcoming and very friendly staff as well as the creative kitchen individuals who managed to create our very special dining experience…Parking: free parking for 2 hour zone is close to the restaurant and there were quite a few of paid street parking very near the restaurant..Wheelchair accessibility: outside sidewalk is even with the restaurant entrance
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Dinner
Tracy Wernicke
We had an amazing time at Orolo in October with visiting family. Great service, delicious food and of course the Wine was fantastic! Our uncle had his first experience with Sabering some bubbles, which was memorable!
This delightful new addition to the Penticton dining landscape truly stands out with its exceptional customer service, arguably among the best in the city. The staff strikes the perfect balance of kindness, professionalism, and efficiency, leaving a lasting impression. In a gracious gesture, we were even offered complimentary croissants when we declined dessert, a testament to their customer-first approach.Culinary-wise, the food meets expectations, showcasing both quality and taste. However, when comparing it to some of the top-tier eateries in the area, one might notice the portion sizes are smaller relative to the price. This is not unusual for upscale dining experiences, where emphasis is often on quality over quantity. The Seafood special, featured in the attached photo, was quite satisfying. On the other hand, the Tagliatelle Bolognese ordered by my girlfriend was noticeably modest in portion.For those who value fine dining experiences over larger portion sizes and are comfortable with a premium price tag, this restaurant will not disappoint. The ambiance and décor add to its charm, making it an ideal setting for a romantic date or a special evening out. The combination of a warm atmosphere and exceptional staff ensures a memorable dining experience. I would recommend it provided you don't show up too hungry.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Kelly Hughes
This place welcomes all and has a deserving taste the cook and bar tender was hands down the best I’ve ever encountered in penticton…. I would say the best in the whole of the okanagan on par with the greats on the whole of west coast….. if you have the lucky chance eat and drink here.
Went here for dinner with a friend and had a great experience!! The food was absolutely delicious, the service was friendly and attentive and the actual atmosphere and ambience of orolo was wonderful. 10/10 would recommend for a very pleasant evening.
Sat at the bar and ordered several cocktails and a burger. The bartender Jalisa made some awesome creations for me. Thanks. Will be back soon!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
A very beautiful restaurant. Servers were polite but very slow. It was clear they were short staffed as there were only 2 servers running around, seating people, and preparing drinks. When asked what we wanted to drink we weren’t ready yet, the server left to give us more time but didn’t return for almost 20 minutes… I asked for a sweet drink recommendation and was told “I don’t know, I don’t know what you like.” My husband got the Maple Bacon Sour and we would not recommend, we watched the bacon get heated up with a lighter behind the bar and then dropped on the bar counter and put back onto the drink. The bacon smelled and tasted like butane and was extremely gross and unappealing. The crispy cauliflower and crispy brussel sprouts were quite tasty but lacked any sort of presentation. My husband got the fish special and although the fish was cooked well, it was just a plain unseasoned piece of fish on top of plain boiled potatoes… the cabbage and pea purée were tasty but there wasn’t much of either. I had the braised short rib and it was the toughest and fattiest short rib I’ve ever had. I kept gagging because of how much fat was in each bite. It was plated with a bunch of what tasted like boiled unseasoned vegetables and plain mashed potatoes. It also took over an hour for our food to arrive so we just ate what we had and got out of there, as we didn’t have time to complain and wait for something else to be made as we had to get home to our sitter. We wanted to go somewhere fancy for our first date night out since having a baby and we were extremely disappointed. Would have had more flavourful food if we had gotten fast food. We definitely won’t be returning.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 1
Service: 2
Recommended dishes: Crispy Cauliflower
We had a amazing evening with friends, super food, drinks and the restaurant is just amazing to be in.I recommend the beef tartare, and the steak with mushrooms and Demi glaze.Great wines and drinks, they even had a special Dutch drink called “advocaatje” super nice.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Despite hearing rave reviews, my Valentine's dinner experience at OROLO was utterly disappointing. After eagerly booking a table and ordering a three-course meal, my partner and I found ourselves waiting for an excruciating two hours with no sign of food. We walked out after the prolonged delay. Orolo completely ruined our romantic evening, leaving us feeling frustrated and dissatisfied. It's regrettable that such high expectations were met with such a letdown.
Service: 1
The ambiance was great, with dim lighting and tasteful decor creating an inviting atmosphere. It seemed fairly quiet for a Saturday evening with many open tables.From the moment we stepped in, the service was nothing short of excellent. The staff's attentiveness from taking our coats, getting us seated, and knowledge of the wine/food menu added to the overall dining experience.However, while the service and ambience exceeded expectations, the same cannot be said for the culinary aspect. We were super stoked about the menu. My wife is a huge fan of beef tartare and I love dry-aged beef. Some dishes lacked the depth of flavor promised on the menu, that combined with the price left me with a sense of mild disappointment. Starting with the Maple sour cocktail. It was great but as you can see from the photo it seemed to be missing the candied peppered bacon from the description. We had a sample of the Meritage and Cab Sauvignon wines, both were excellent, smooth, and complex. Very difficult to decide between the two. We chose the Meritage and it did not disappoint. We shared the beef tartare. We were hungry and finished it all but it wasn't the best we've had in the valley. The portion seemed small and the presentation underwhelming. It wasn't terrible by any means but we do prefer a chopped texture over what seemed like course ground beef. Egg yolk will beat whatever cured yolk dust was on it 9 times out of 10. My wife ordered the short rib and she said it was great. It looked amazing and she didn't even share any of it with me. I ordered the dry-aged striploin with beef tallow fries. It was cooked to order, lacked a good crust but tasted great. I am questioning if it was really dry-aged though. I was really excited to see some dry-aged sub primals in the display case they had but it was empty. I've been dry-ageing cuts at home anywhere from 30-120 days but really wanted to go out and enjoy the convenience. The striploin seemed to lack the concentrated beefiness, tenderness and that signature dry-aged flavor or funk.Despite the dry aged let down at Orolo(I have to see it to believe it I guess) It remains a venue worth considering for those who value exceptional service and a refined atmosphere. I'll definitely consider stopping in for happy hour, a free visa infinite tasting or splurging on a steak again if I see it in the display case..
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Dinner
My wife and I visited this restaurant in September when we were visiting, Penticton and I review is simple, great food, great service and amazing wine! One of my new favourite restaurants in the entire Okanagan Valley
Spending 2weeks in the Okanagan wine country led us to this fabulous restaurant in Penticton and we were so happy with our choice..a very warm welcoming met us upon our arrival and each part of the evening experience just added to our dining experience…the discussion of the menu led to a delightful experience in selecting our dinner and wine choices…
Tracey, our server was amazing! We will be back for sure.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Ordered an $18 lobster croquette and it was frozen solid in the middle.
I haven't had a steak this good in ages, it was perfect.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Restaurantji Recommends
this restaurant dinner added a very special feature to our time in the Okanagan area…the name ‘horology’ is named for the study of time and thus Our Time At Penticton’s Orolo Restaurant allowed us to spent Top Quality Time with the very welcoming and very friendly staff as well as the creative kitchen individuals who managed to create our very special dining experience…Parking: free parking for 2 hour zone is close to the restaurant and there were quite a few of paid street parking very near the restaurant..Wheelchair accessibility: outside sidewalk is even with the restaurant entrance
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Dinner
We had an amazing time at Orolo in October with visiting family. Great service, delicious food and of course the Wine was fantastic! Our uncle had his first experience with Sabering some bubbles, which was memorable!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Smoked Ribeye, Pacific Sablefish, Beef Tartare, Dinner
This delightful new addition to the Penticton dining landscape truly stands out with its exceptional customer service, arguably among the best in the city. The staff strikes the perfect balance of kindness, professionalism, and efficiency, leaving a lasting impression. In a gracious gesture, we were even offered complimentary croissants when we declined dessert, a testament to their customer-first approach.Culinary-wise, the food meets expectations, showcasing both quality and taste. However, when comparing it to some of the top-tier eateries in the area, one might notice the portion sizes are smaller relative to the price. This is not unusual for upscale dining experiences, where emphasis is often on quality over quantity. The Seafood special, featured in the attached photo, was quite satisfying. On the other hand, the Tagliatelle Bolognese ordered by my girlfriend was noticeably modest in portion.For those who value fine dining experiences over larger portion sizes and are comfortable with a premium price tag, this restaurant will not disappoint. The ambiance and décor add to its charm, making it an ideal setting for a romantic date or a special evening out. The combination of a warm atmosphere and exceptional staff ensures a memorable dining experience. I would recommend it provided you don't show up too hungry.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
This place welcomes all and has a deserving taste the cook and bar tender was hands down the best I’ve ever encountered in penticton…. I would say the best in the whole of the okanagan on par with the greats on the whole of west coast….. if you have the lucky chance eat and drink here.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Brunch, Truffle Arancini, Happy Hour, Dinner
Went here for dinner with a friend and had a great experience!! The food was absolutely delicious, the service was friendly and attentive and the actual atmosphere and ambience of orolo was wonderful. 10/10 would recommend for a very pleasant evening.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5