Gather Restaurant in Kelowna

My husband and I went to Gather. The food was very delicious! The manager was fairly nice but from the moment we walked in, we felt that we were being judged. Possibly due to the fact we werent dressed super fancy? Our server was okay but seemed very annoyed with us being there. I dont think we will be going back.

The food is so incredible here, staff is always friendly!

Today was our first time here to celebrate our anniversary! Everything was exceptional, from the moment we stepped in and were received with champagne (im pregnant and they switched mine for a mocktail, how thoughtful was that?!) I was already smiling waking to our table The service wow! Everyone was smiling and being so nice that felt the good energy from the kitchen staff, all the way to the bartender. Now, the food . I don t have enough starts to give but if I could 10/10! The Korean-Italian fusion is on point and was really impressed with my Pasta Carbonara and Hubbys pork shoulder was incredible!!! Not only the taste but the presentation was fantastic! Thank you for an amazing night and delicious dinner! You guys are doing an outstanding job! Keep it up!

Service was quite slow - roughly 15 minutes to take drink orders. From being seated to receiving our food was over an hour - not ideal for a work lunch. The food concept seemed really good, I had the Chicken Bibimbap. The Chicken was bland - little seasoning, no marinade, and had a chemically taste. Bibimbap toppings (shredded carrots, cold corn, etc.) were all very bland - none of the intensity (spice, salt, sweet) and flavours (gochujang, sesame, etc.) I would expect in Korean food.

Very generous portions, well presented dishes and super flavourful. Pork belly melts in the mouth, pork shoulder is very tender and the gnocci is unique. Attentive, professional service. Food

I need to preface this by stating I have been to many amazing restaurants around the world this year. Roma, Athens, Berlin, Paris, and Gather for me is right up there with some of the best. How lucky are we to have Gather in Kelowna. I was first at Gather with my friend from New York. She loved the everything about Gather. The Fried Tofu is a must. Cannot say enough good things about this tofu dish, just go and try it. Spaghetti puttanesca with the garlic bread, wow. Right out of beautiful Roma. Second time I went with my husband he had the bibimbap bowl. It was a lot of food even for him and he loved it so much. An explosion of flavour. I sampled and omg delicious. Yes I had to have the tofu again and the spaghetti. Because why not? Third time we brought friends who were moving away and we wanted them to experience Gather before they left town. I had tofu again, (its a must) and the gnocchi fritti. The rose sauce was just soooo good. You know how when you are eating something so good you dont want it to end? Thats how I felt about the gnocchi. Our friends had the spaghetti carbonara and reported that it was perfectly delicious. The other dish on the table was the vegan salad bowl with tofu. So filling was the report but also so good. The service was fabulous. The Sommelier was so kind and our servers were just wonderful. Gather is my favourite restaurant in Kelowna, and as I stated in the beginning it is on equal footing with some of the best restaurants I have been to in my travels. We will be bringing our family there during the holidays for sure. We will need a table for 5 and we will sit anywhere, dont care if its a window seat or close to the bathrooms, every table is great at Gather.

Everything about this place is amazing. You have to try it because if you dont, you are doing yourself a disservice and if you do, it might just become your new favorite go to. Parking: Make a reservation.

I had high hopes for dining at Gather in Kelowna, but my experience fell short. The host was awkward when I mentioned our reservation and didn t create a welcoming atmosphere. While our server was friendly, it was disheartening to see the table next to us received far better service. The host grabbed a stool for the women to place her purse next to her while my partners purse was left hanging on the chair without any offer. He also poured the water for them while our water wasnt poured at first like that. Initially, I wondered if our attire was to blame, but it soon felt like my partner being of Asian descent played a role in our subpar service. I was upset that others received more catered service than us. At a restaurant like this, I expect 100% service and outstanding flavours. Sadly, we won t be returning, and I ll be exploring other dining options in the beautiful Okanagan.

This was our first visit and we were truly impressed. The atmosphere is wonderful and the food absolutely delicious. After reading some of the previous reviews, I tried the spaghetti carbonara and it was honestly one of the best dishes Ive ever eaten. Well definitely be back!

Gather is hands down the best restaurant in Kelowna. The food is consistently incredible every dish feels so thoughtful and intentional, and you can really tell how much care goes into everything they do. How special was it for us to be thanked by the chefs on our way out? So kind! We ve been coming here regularly and honestly can t see that changing anytime soon. Cheers!

My new favorite place to eat downtown

Whenever I hear the word fusion I feel a bit skeptical. However, I was proven wrong as Gather executes Italian/Korean fusion very well. Do make a reservation if you can plan for it! Menu looks a bit pricey but the dishes definitely reflect good quality and were generously portioned. We were a group of 4 and everyone enjoyed their food! Spaghetti Pescatore and Steak Tataki were highlights.

Absolutely good! The cuisines here are wonderful! And the wait time is short so that you can eat quickly after order.

Just Wow! What an amazing gem in Kelowna!!! Loved every minute of it. The plates are a work of art and really amazing food. Definitely a must in Kelowna!

Excellent food. Nicely cooked and beautifully presented. Cozy and beautifully decorated. Definitely recommend a reservation as they get very booked but they can also seat you a few people at the bar which overlooks the open kitchen. Service was friendly and efficient.

Everything started out great....celebrating a special evening, greeted with bubbles nice touch, had an interesting amuse bouche presented, before we ordered cocktails...maybe should arrive after that and before food. Ordered a few apps to share, Crispy tofu with gochujang and tempura eggplant with putanesca sauce...both lovely. Asked sommelier to pair something appropriate with both,completely missed the mark..pinot noir with tofu and a sauv bl with eggplant...not even close. Burratta salad was a mess,lamb was supposed to be crusted,was not and cooked blue rare,sides of veg on the plate were a bland heap of things like bunny love carrots over cooked asparagus and cauliflower, stuffed grape leaves, disappointed. Ran out of everything on the glass pour list,rushed to order from the get go,service fell apart. Not sure if this was just a bad night or not. We will not be too keen to drop $400 on dinner there anytime soon...

Everything was chef s kiss - food, service, portions, etc. Great experience for the price.

I stopped by on my way, and it felt like I found a gem. My family was all happy, and we talked about dinner tonight several times on the way home after traveling 400 kilometers. We said we would stop by here every time we went to Kelowna. Four of us ordered different dishes and shared them, and all four dishes were satisfying. I especially regretted not asking the young mans name. Thank you for serving us so kindly!!

Very professional service. Food was mouth watering. Best Korean tacos ever must get

Good food Delicious

My god! Sooooo gooooood! The favors , quality and quantity! Going back in a heart beat!

Do yourself a favour and go to Gather. From the wine list, to the ambience, to the delicious food.... we were blown away! We had the korean fried tacos and the rose gnocchi & they were both to die for.

100% amazing! Great location, great food, great people. Highly recommended.

A really must stop to enjoy place when youre in the area. The food is all amazing, the service is on point, and just a great place to enjoy good company and conversation!

We had a wonderful time at Gather. Mya and Paulo were attentive and gracious, the service was top notch and the food was simply to die for. We both had the steak tataki and it was easily one of the best meals Ive eaten out in years. Worth it to treat yourself to gourmet tastes and an overall fantastic experience.

Local to kelowna, first time visiting Gather for dinner and it was great. We had the best service and the food was amazing! We will definitely be back.

Claimed there was no seating available despite being empty and didnt even offer us the chance to wait for a table

This place is racist. Tried walking in and I felt like servers dont want to take Asians. Dont use the word korean if you have no intention of taking Asians in your restaurant. I told them I can wait but the server kept saying they are not sure if they can take us in. I was waiting after putting my name in the wait list then I got a call from the server saying she spoke with the owner and they cant take us tonight when I was seeing an open reservation in OpenTable app. I actually saw 2 people walking in the restaurant after I left lol -------- How will you explain 2 people who went in right after they have declined to serve us?

It was an excellent evening I definitely recommend , this review is a month late .

Vegetarian options: Many good vegetarian and vegan options. The fried tofu and the bibimbap are great Food

This Korean/Italian fusion restaurant really piqued our interest so we decided to give it a try and it absolutely blew our minds with their amazing food and service! Upon arriving we were greeted at the door and was served a complementary shot of watermelon juice! Shout out to Kalen our server that night for the excellent service and the wonderful food recommendations! Based on his recommendations my friend ordered the gnocchi alfredo and I ordered the gnocchi fritti and from the very first bite we were both completely smitten. The restaurant exuded a warm and friendly atmosphere. We felt very comfortable as we dined and our server Kalen often checked in with us and his friendly but professional demeanor further enhanced our comfort and enjoyment throughout the evening. This place is must try and and I highly recommend. Thank you so much to the chef and staff of Gather for giving us an exceptional and memorable dining experience!

Food and drinks are outstanding. The pork belly just melts in your mouth. White Lady mocktail (lychee with lemon foam) is well balanced, sweet without being over the top. Some items are served in a literal cloud of smoke. A little gimmicky bit fun.

Gather was the first restaurant I was eagerly looking forward to on my first night in Kelowna. Just from its exterior, it was clear this was a bustling spot, so I was fortunate to have made a reservation through OpenTable. From the moment we were seated, the experience began with a charming and ceremonious touch a mini juice served to welcome us and awaken our taste buds. I ordered the Gnocchi Fritti, a dish marked as their signature on the menu. The gnocchi were first boiled and then pan-fried to achieve a crispy texture, making the traditionally doughy gnocchi uniquely delightful. While the tomato cream sauce was expected, the dish as a whole was impressively balanced. Speaking of the overall dining experience, there were delightful surprises along the way. The pre-dinner juice was served in a container filled with peach-scented dry ice, creating an aromatic spectacle. The final bill was presented in a wooden treasure chest, also filled with peach-scented dry ice, which was a playful and unexpected touch. Another aspect I particularly enjoyed was the dual culinary offering of Korean and Italian cuisine, thanks to the chefs Korean heritage. This fusion caters to a variety of tastes, and the semi-open kitchen adds to the sensory experience, allowing diners seated at the bar to catch glimpses of the chefs at work a feast for the eyes as well as the palate. Overall, my dining experience at Gather exceeded my expectations. Perhaps because I live in Banff, where similar experiences can easily cost over $70, I found the quality, service, and pricing here to be exceptional. Our server, Kim, provided warm and attentive service, making our evening even more enjoyable. If I ever find myself back in Kelowna, Gather is a restaurant I would definitely return to. Vegetarian options: Vegan and Vegetarian options are marked on the menu and can find it easily.

Fried tofu - not spicy enough, dry, all texture not taste, didn t finish Korean pork - rice was great, rice vinegar and gochujang always welcomed, soft and juicy pork, not spicy enough Seafood spaghetti - fair price, not heavy and very nice, peeled shrimp, scallop, fish Love the nitrogen infused elements, very nice touch. I should ve requested more spice since it was very downplayed. Expected more Korean elements. Not fusion, more just Italians and Korean dishes in the same room, not the same dish. Cute spot. Amazing service, the staff was attentive and truly loved surprising visitors with nitrogen reveals Cactus club girlies would dig this spot. Parking: Free street parking after 6pm

Came here for my girlfriends birthday. Was greeted with smoked non alcoholic shots (was a nice start to the night) Started with the gochujang fried tofu- was great. We then split the steam tatakaki and the gnocchi. Incredible meal, would reccomend.

Came here for a little get away from calgary for my birthday. Everything was perfect from the food to service and atmosphere! My kids and I were pleasantly surprised how good everything was. We will definitely come back!

When I first saw the price, I thought it was a bit expensive for Korean food, but after seeing the food, I thought it was worth it. It tasted good, but I could feel as I ate it that they put a lot of effort into each ingredient.

Everything was WAY TOO SWEET and SALTY What a traumatic experience, I don t think I ve been to such a bad restaurant in years. It s coming from someone who eat out a lot in Vancouver. I was really hungry so I tried my best to not get sauce on my pasta halfway eating my dish then I gave it to my friend. I had my friend s bibimbab and it was still sweet and salty. Gnocchi was tolerable.

Mushroom truffle risotto is like heaven. Best orgasm ever!!!! Blown away.....Paulo you are the best!

The food was delicious, and our service was excellent. The food really had so much flavor and was fresh, I highly recommend!

Would give this place 6/5 if I could. The service was top tier. Food was heavenly. Pork belly and Gnocchi will have us back here.

Just have the most delicious lunch here. The Kimchi Risotto is magic, and the Gnocchi divine. Bravo chef!!!

There seem to be lots of amazing restaurants in the downtown Kelowna area, but Im glad we chose Gather as our pick during our one day trip to Kelowna. We were greeted at the front by a gentleman of a host. He showed us to our table and placed a small upholstered ottoman next to us for my girlfriend to put her purse on. Super thoughtful. Just a few minutes later and we were presented with two samples of their Lady of Busan cocktail underneath a smoky dome. A sweet, lychee flavoured mix. Ultimately I went for the Citrus Sunset which was light and refreshing, just as the menu says. For dinner, we got the burrata salad, the truffle mushroom risotto, and the salmon wasabi. It was all delicious and the portion size was more than enough to share between two. The tomatoes in the salad were some of the sweetest Ive ever had, paired well with the creaminess of the burrata and the nuttiness of the pesto sauce. The mushroom risotto was a favourite for my girlfriend. Fragrant, creamy, and not too salty. The salmon wasabi had two equally sized salmon fillets cooked beautifully on top of a mix of vegetables and a sauce that had a present but not overwhelming taste of wasabi. Gather had a cozy and quiet ambiance. I would come back here for another date night. Parking: There is a large, multi-level garage just 3 minutes away by walking. Its free on Fridays, and the weekends. Paid otherwise.

Don t go this place if you have kids! We came from all the way from vancouver were sitting there for only 2 mins and we were warned for two times like if your kids walk around you will be kicked out! And can I ask you to sit outside? Excuse me?! Outside is 37C! My kids were so scared so we left after we sited inside for two minutes! I have to say the bald guy in suit, you are raciest to Asian! Shame on you! We booked half month ago with highly expectations, so disappointed!!

Trendy Kelowna Italian Korean fusion concept restaurant. Its busy and menu is interesting. The pork shoulder was overcooked which for $40 is IMHO inexcusable. Carbonara was good though. Not worth the price.

This is definitely not a kids friendly restaurant. If you don t welcome customers with kids, you should declare yourself clearly on the website so we don t need to waste our time to even book a table! The staff were so rude and the way he spoke to us scared the kids since they never experienced such rude experience in any restaurant like this! Gather is such a racist company! Stop being so rude. How many time have you rejected Asian families? Even on New Year Eve and big celebration day? Remember that you are in Canada and we are a multicultural country. We are all equal here, and you have no rights to judge any one of us as your customers. Not only the service that you provided in the restaurant, but also the replies on Google reviews. You ignored all the comments from Asian users which was so obvious to see! Shame on you, Gather! Won t survive for long!

Whenever I go to the restaurant, I always order the Short Rib Steak Tataki for myself. The salad (Pesto Burrata) was also really good, especially the dressing.

The menus for lunch and dinner are different, so be sure to decide what you want to eat before setting a time. The taste is relatively novel. The pasta with olives is too salty, but the others are okay.

It was absolutely an amazing lunch today. Will be back!

Great food, atmosphere, service. Must try the eggplant, beet salad, pork belly Food : 5/5

I sat there for five minutes without being given a menu, even though there weren t many customers. The service was slow. However, the food presentation was beautiful and appetizing, and the flavors were excellent.

Checked this place out with my wife and two young daughters on our way back to the coast. We arrived right when they opened this morning and the gentleman who greeted us and served our food was fantastic. He was awesome with our girls and made sure they were taken care of and happy. The food and presentation was amazing. My wife is a major foodie from Los Angeles and she said this might have been the best meal she has ever had in British Columbia. We will definitely be back.

Everything I ate there was top notch! Always love the fancy atmosphere of this place

The vegan bowl was delicious and the service was great!

The restaurant is one of the best restaurant I ever went to, the atmosphere is perfect and the service even better, everyone is friendly and very welcoming, the food is from other world, the carbonara melted in my mouth and the tiramisu it was perfect! Everything very high quality, just a littler price but it was worth it!

We had an amazing time and Palo was so kind and was able to squeeze us in even tho they were packed. Our server Tasha was so amazing and kind and patient with my great aunt. The next time we are in town we are definitely eating here!

What an amazing place! The manager of the restaurant (Paulo) is a very kind person Food is great and we tried tacos and bibimbap Food

I am hard to please... and was super impressed by the attention to detail. I ordered the Salmon Wasabi. What a treat! I eat out a lot, travel for food, would love to be a food critic (wouldnt we all?). This dish was one of the best dishes I have eaten. Great portion size. The amount of ingredients on the plate was incredible: wasabi cream, pea puree, beet puree, a pickle, capers, etc... Not one bite was the same and it kept me guessing. What is exactly what I want from food - to not be bored. Nice work, Gather. ... others had the Poke bowl and the Bibimbap - reviews were 8/10 for each.

Outstanding concept and well executed. We were a little ignored after we were seated and being hungry, got somewhat impatient. That was eventually rectified and everything was wonderful after that. We assessed that they may have been short staffed. That said dinner was really a treat and we really enjoyed ourselves.

The food was really great and the service was really good , the waitress was kind and helpful

5 stars will be back again.. thanks for the great service & experience

I will say the manager or the owner is not friendly to Asian guests. The manager is not willing to help host two more guests even though a table has been booked. He held a very hostile attitude and make the dinner very unhappy! so Shame!

The food was decent, and the fried tofu is a standout. The waitress was fantastic. The owner or manager kinda gave off an off-putting vibe, like we werent welcome in the establishment.

The waitress was great, and most of our food was pretty good except for the bibimbap which was half decent. We felt kinda pushed to the back of the restaurant next to the restrooms, while there was plenty of seating by the windows which was not really reserved. The manager didnt really seem to care, and we didnt feel welcome.

We went to Gather for our first anniversary and were blown away by the service and how yummy the food was. They surprised us with complimentary champagne and dessert. Also ordered the gnocchi fritti with pesto and honestly was one of the best pastas we have had. Not pictured as we ate it way too fast! Would highly recommend and already planning to visit again. Thank you

Worst Korean food I ever ate in my life. The chef is not even Korean and they are pretending to know the cuisine when it does not even taste anything like authentic Korean food. I couldnt even finish my meal and the staff was extremely rude. Would never visit this restaurant if you are actually looking for Korean/Italian fusion.

This was the best food Ive ever had in a restaurant, the pork shoulder just melted in your mouth and had such depth of flavour. I will recommend this place to every single person who visits Kelowna Side note, you need to try the honey garlic bread with the burrata it will change your life

Incredible food and atmosphere!!

All the dishes we ordered were good, and the beef tacos stood out in particular. However, the temperature in the restaurant really detracted from the experience. It is hard to properly enjoy a meal when its so hot and stuffy that youre sweating hard. It also did not help that the water they served was warm on such a hot day.

Honestly one of the best places I have been to in a very long time. Theres not very many places I am super impressed with. I would say it is the single best restaurant in kelowna. Very good atmosphere, food is fantastic. Couldn t recommend enough.. you need to try it!

Food was amazing! Drinks were perfect!

Great place for dinner/drinks!

Amazing dining experience, food was stellar and in great quantities without a ton of filler carbs. The salmon with veggie medley was incredible.

Beef Bibimbap is health version, used by black and red rice. Vegan salad bowl is tasty and fresh. Tuna taco flavor is good. According to my Chinese taste, first, its better to make the taco cripsy. Second, origin bibimbap is cooked by a hot stone bowl. If you dont use this tool, its better to dry the veges water before put in the plate. Otherwise, the rice is too soft and wet under the vegan. Overall, the meal innovation is great.

Unfortunately, I cannot echo the sentiments of others regarding this establishment. Take the time to read the low reviews about this place. Many of them have occurred over the last few months and suggest a downward trend in service versus an out of the ordinary experience. I am visiting Kelowna for work within an office building we help sponsor and it was recommended that I go downstairs and try this place out for lunch today. Upon entering, it seemed nice and comfortable. There were only two tables filled out of roughly 15-20 - and three customers in total in the restaurant. I thought given the low volume inside that there would be no issue being seated(1 person) for a table of four by the window - at the time, the busiest table were two people seated near the kitchen. I was informed rather tersely that the accommodation couldnt be made - he was certain of that. No smile and no apology. Rules are rules and the context didnt play a role in adapting to the situation. I found this rules over customer experience approach to leave a bad taste in my mouth. Otherwise, its a nice-looking restaurant that puts poorly communicated process over QSA(Quality, Service, Atmosphere).

Great space, great food and great service, Agostino was a pleasure, very friendly and knowledgeable. I will be back soon !

Wanted to try somewhere we hadnt gone before. Will definitely be going back, food was amazing.

Food was good and the service as well. Was a bit disappointed and felt rushed around 8h15 pm (arrived at 7h15) as we noticed that some of the staff was leaving and the cooks we cleaning (loudly) the kitchen. Felt like I was in a cafeteria. Did not finished our bottle of wine and left.

Compliments to the Chef! What a fusion! Opposite ends of the spectrum, but the absolute best of both worlds! We ve travelled many places, but didn t know we could everything we wanted in one place. Fresh, crisp, innovative! Forward thinking, out of the box! Wow! Don t miss the opportunity, compliments to the chef!

I am so happy that the host was able to accommodate us as a walk-in for dinner on fathers day. If you are undecided on what to order, the Salmon Wasabi is amazing.

Ive been to Gather quite a few times since it opened and it never disappoints. The menu is unique and I love the blend of cultures. The food is always outstanding, especially the gnocchi. It is a little pricey, however, its absolutely worth the splurge. The cocktails are also fun and delicious. Gather has fast become one of my favourite restaurants in Kelowna.

Amazing service and atmosphere. So many special touches and surprises throughout the dining experience, including when receiving your bill. Portion sizes are large, too large as you end up eating too much for fear of wasting food and then are left feeling very uncomfortable and stuffed. No room for dessert. Fun non alcoholic cocktails re presentation. Vegetarian options: Minestrone soup (but no kidney beans!) Wheelchair accessibility: Ground floor

The store was clean and the atmosphere was nice. I ordered kimchi risotto and carbonara and the food was very delicious. I left good memories after my trip ^-^ Next time I come to Kelowna, I want to visit again.

When I call at 5:11PM, they told me that they do not take reservation, we can only walk in; when I arrive at 6:15, they told me I must have reservations, they do not take walk in; interesting.

Best restaurant in Kelowna without question. Incredible food, outstanding service. All the qualities of fine dining without being pretentious

To be honest I ve really never made it past the Caesar salad-and I ve eaten there several times. It is exceptional and vastly different from a traditional Caesar. I always have it with the prawns. It really is a meal +. They do have wonderful cocktails as well. The downside-noisy because of all the hard finishes and nothing to absorb the sound. Also in winter I find the atmosphere a little cold . Because of those 2 things I d give it a 4.5 if I could. The Caesar and the cocktails are a solid 5 though.

Great night out. We had the tartars, the egg plant and garlic honey bread. All were delicious. The pork belly and salmon were also on point. Even the kids chicken and rice was awesome. But sweet mamafooka, the portions were off the charts. Please scale em back! With great food Im not looking to take any home.

Very terrible experience trying to book a girls birthday dinner celebration. Management was rude and not helpful

Magical experience: Dishes with surprising tastes, textures and colors. A very attentive, welcoming and friendly service. A big thank you to the kitchen and dining room teams for this lovely gourmet break.

Might seem slightly bougie at first glance, but they feature great service, with a variety of price points (on both food and alcohol) and most importantly, everything is VERY VERY TASTY! So, there s something for everyone whether ur budget is ballin or basic.

the food is just excellent, everything hits the mark. I had a bibimbap bowl with tofu and every detail was thought out and done perfectly.

SO glad we Gathered here! Had no clue what to expect when told we d be enjoying a fusion of Korean and Italian food but were certainly impressed. Normally not a tofu fan, the deep fried tofu w/gochujang is now going to be my staple when dining here! Suggest also the gnocchi with honey bread Nona approved! The serving sizes are plentiful, cocktails are beautifully presented, staff very friendly and knowledgeable. Recommend making dinner reservations ahead as place is hopping - even midweek - with so many wanting to enjoy the uniquely inspired dining experience Gather offers. Bring your camera to capture the Bubble or smoking cloche cocktails. Vegan options available!

10/10 recommend! Excellent food, generous portions, everything we ordered had wonderful flavour. Will forsure be back! By far the best restaurant we have went to in Kelowna.

Everyone loved their food and Ago treated us well!

You need to dine here! Absolutely exquisite! Atmosphere is fancy yet comfortable. Excellent service that went above and beyond, food and drink presentation is top notch, and the flavours are unreal! We ordered the Caesar salad, beef tartar (presented in a way I ve never had before) and the gnocchi. Everything was beyond delicious! This place is one of a kind. I d give it 10 stars if I could.

I brought a group of 8 here for a business lunch, with the majority coming from out of town. Although seating was available, we were told that we should have booked in advance and although they could accommodate us, we wouldn t be a priority. As it was 1.30pm and the restaurant was basically empty, we decided to chance our luck. However after waiting for a good ten minutes without service, decided to go elsewhere. It was a really disappointing experience.

Lovely service, tasty food.

We (a party of 8) arrived at lunch time, at the time there was 3 taken tables of 2-3 people in each party. We were met by a team member who told us we should have booked 24 hours in advance, and that he d get to us but we wouldn t be a priority. We sat for 15mins with no further interaction from anyone before leaving to eat elsewhere. We were made to feel even worse when we left when the greeting waiter again reminded us to book ahead next time. It was one of the most poor experiences I ve had in recent times. We had at least $30 per head to spend too. Won t be visiting again.

One of our favorites. Try the gnocchi!!

Amazing!

We went there for a date and it was very nice. The food is a perfect fusion of Korean and Italian cuisine. The cocktails were delicious as well. I would recommend the pork shoulders to everybody. Short but good wine selection. We got the seafood linguine and the pork shoulder, in appetizer we got the hummus that we shared. I took the chocolate mouse which was delicious. The quantity are large so we had to get the rest of our main dishes to go. The main dishes are enought to make two meals! Vegetarian options: They have vegetarian options Parking: Lots of paid street parking. free on sundays

Restaurant has a modern and classy vibe while feeling cozy. The server and staff were very friendly, and the food did not disappoint! The smoked pork belly was very tender and tasty. Really good presentation overall too. They served a complimentary mocktail shot and pear salad before my food, which was a pleasant surprise. I would definitely come again to try the rest of the menu! Dietary restrictions: Gluten free options available

Went to Gather last night on a double date (it was everyone s first time going)- everyone s experience, drinks and food was amazing! The service was great, very attentive and quick. Would highly recommend checking out this place! Thanks for the great night

Fantastic experience. Come in and enjoy. Make a reservation.

Love this place. Perfect for a date & a cool dining experience. The food is SO good. Different, unique, tasty, intentional & creative. They have a great wine selection too. We enjoyed so much!

Menu was an interesting mix of Asian and Italian. Spaghetti Carbona had a rich smokiness. Poke bowl was very flavorful and generously sized. Tasty twist on tiramasu. Thibault and Paoli provided excellent service.

Nice atmosphere. Food was excellent. Service was great. Interesting mix of Korean and Italian food.

Went in at 5pm for seating of two. We were told we had to wait until 6pm as had no reservation but place only had 2 tables seated and all others were open. Would not go back even with reservation as staff were cold.

Wonderful experience from start to finish. Do yourself the favor and experience it yourself.

I d like to extend my heartfelt appreciation to the Gather team, particularly Paulo, for organizing an exceptional holiday dinner for my international guests as part of the UBCO Host for the Holidays event. Each guest was thoroughly delighted by the experience, consistently praising the l food, atmosphere, and the outstanding service. I was particularly impressed with the team s consideration and effort in accommodating the dietary preferences of my halal guests. A heartfelt thank you to Paulo and the Gather team for making our holiday dinner not just a meal, but a memorable celebration.

I ve been to gather a couple of time before and have really enjoyed the food but I tried visiting on a Thursday evening and the restaurant looked like it wasn t too full, asked to be seated for just 2 and they said they didn t have capacity when we were clearly looking at at least 8-10 empty tables we asked if we could sit by the bar/the kitchen since we ve done this in the past and were told that since they did not have enough servers today that they would not be doing that it s too bad since it was last night in Kelowna before moving away from the city and all I wanted to do was eat here I suppose I should have reserved but didn t feel the need to on a weekday and with it looking empty when we got there it was disappointing

Overall, not great value for money. High end prices, without the high end quality. Atmosphere was nice, however lots of banging and noise from kitchen. If you are Italian, you may be disappointed by some dishes. Spaghetti funghi e tartuffo was very mediocre; Taste of truffles and mushrooms was overshadowed by the tomato sauce. Fried Gnocchi tasted good, but was not very authentic. Steak was delicious. Their salmon is also farmed, quite disappointing at any restaurant, let alone in a dish costing nearly $50.

Please read this one before you go this restaurant! You have to say adult only . We went to there with 2kids on New Year s Eve due to high rating. But one of guy said fully booked for tonight. But we looked more than half of empty seats We ve noticed they rejected us to be there. Also he said the seats are available for 9:30. But they are closed at 9. If you just say no kids we understand but you told me a lie. Please say don t come if you have kids!

Everything is perfect The food was amazing and the best service I had in Canada. Strongly recommend! We will definitely be there again!

Went for dinner this week and I was totally blown away. The service was top notch, and the wine menu is massive. And the food, all I can say is wow! It was a great experience and we will be going back many many times Thanks Gather

I love Gather and have come many times and recommend it often. It is one of my favourite spots in Kelowna. However, the last time I came I was disappointed by a rude welcoming. Unfortunately, we were about 10 minutes late arriving which of course is our fault. However, you do typically have a 15 minute buffer for resos in case something happens. The host seating us was very condescending and told us they may no longer have a table for us and have given it away. Thankfully they hadn t but, it put a bad taste in our mouths to say the least.

Excellent food & service!!

This is honestly a gem in Kealowna. The food was extremely delicious with lots of interesting flavors. I had the salmon, and it was easily the best salmon I have had, and the presentation was stunning. My partner had the gnocchi, and it was equally as great. The service was awesome. When we got there, the sommelier was super friendly and recommended a fantastic chardonnay. Our waiter (Simon, I believe) was super great, fun, entertaining, and attentive. It was definitely a dining experience that we will remember for a long time. Thank you.

(I come from Vancouver) Shared many plates among friends including gnocchi, tacos, and beef brisket. I would only return for the gnocchi. Tacos felt more like a poke marinade and beef brisket was tough

Gather offers a lovely, bright and spacious atmosphere and deliciously flavour-fused options. Visited July 2023 with friends and 3 year old child. Meal arrived quickly, the attentive server delivering the childs dish first which was considerate and appropriate. All different dishes were generously-sized and unique - the spins taken on the pastas (spaghetti carbonara and gnocchi) were both unexpected and addicting. Friends ordered mains which appeared very-well portioned and scrumptious. Dishes could be a little warmer but it wasnt too bothersome. Forgot to take pics on this outing so looking forward to visiting again and trying the remaining menu items! Parking: The blocks surrounding the restaurant offer many street and parking lot options Wheelchair accessibility: Tables are well distanced from one another for easy navigation and movement throughout the restaurant. Tables are also standard height to comfortably accommodate wheelchair seating.

Really enjoyed our family supper at Gather. It started with the friendly and helpful welcome from Paolo. The food was excellent and the service was the right balance of attentiveness / not too much. Great team!

A lot of different directions on the menu but its working very well. The portion are generous and the ingredients fresh I will definitely come back.

Stopped here as part of a walking food tour. The fried tofu and drink samples were very good. Definitely, a place to circle back to for dinner.

Lovely spot for any occasion. Staff were fantastic. Food was great, especially the fried tofu. Not sure Id order the salmon cevice again, but would definitely go for a repeat of the beef tacos.

Fantastic food! We started with the pumpkin salad and salmon ceviche. The pumpkin salad was refreshing and the salmon ceviche was fresh, light and delicious. Our mains were phenomenal, I thoroughly enjoyed the pork belly even though I ordered the pork shoulder (which was also very good) Small details in the food presentation made our visit exceptionally memorable. This place is definitely one of our favorites.

Loved the food here. Staff were great.

Wow! Our dinner experience from food to service was 5*. Even our boys (kids) said the carbonara was to die for 11 out of 10! Must try now while in Kelowna. Thank you so much to the team. Vegetarian options: There are. Just mention to them. Kid-friendliness: You wont go wrong with their pasta and chocolate mousse. Kids will love it.

Immerse yourself in a culinary paradise where artful dishes and innovative cocktails converge. This gem in Kelowna boasts an elegant yet inviting atmosphere, setting the stage for an unforgettable dining experience. Start with gnocchi fritters, followed by pork belly, and perfectly seared salmon with amazing flavours like Ive never tasted. (salmon wasabi). The mixology team crafts cocktails that impress with their innovation and presentation. Try the refreshing summer passion . The attentive staff adds to the exceptional service, offering knowledgeable recommendations. Prepare to be enchanted by this culinary haven, where every dish and cocktail tells a story of gastronomic excellence.

What an incredible dining experience! The details (which I wont spoil!) really made for a magical evening. I love that sharing is encouraged and sharing plates are provided. My partner and I shared 3 dishes and enjoyed every bite! The service here was delightful and lovely. I cannot wait to come back again. If youre feeling blue have the gnocchi, I swear its like a warm comforting hug for your inner child.

Awesome food! With awesome service! Great selection of cocktail and wine! I was on a business trip and went there by myself! I do not regret going there! I really enjoyed the food. I was welcomed with an amuse-bouche and a non-alchoolic shooter. Then i moved directly to the main course with an excellent beef tataki (served with vegetables) with a good Cabernet sauvignon. I finished with a Tiramisu that was recommended by the staff. In regards to size, i was completely full after the dessert. The ratio price/quality is really good! I do recommend to visit this restaurant if you visit Kelowna.

Excellent all around. Probably the best restaurant Ive found over the past decade of being in Kelowna

Food delicious, waitress friendly

Had an amazing dinner, the beef tacos were awesome and our server Simon really made the night fun. Highly recommend will return everytime I am in kelowna!!

Food and service was excellent. I understand why this place is booked.

WOW, this carbonara is amazing.

I reserved this restaurant for my wife s birthday tonight and we didn t disappointed as the service and food was excellent.well recommended. Vegetarian options: Delicious vegetarian salad was great.

Best spaghetti carbonara ever!!!!!!

Great Caprese salad.

Gather takes eating to a whole different level. Amazing presentation and outstanding flavors. Didn t expect to find such a world class place away from a top tier metropolitan. Would love to come back anytime.

Bibimbap and poke need more rice to balance the tasty sauce. Kids meal is great.

Highly recommend eating here. The service was fabulous with extra surprise treats. We did not make a reservation but they were able to accommodate us on the patio. Definitely recommend making a reservation so you do not miss the opportunity to eat here! We had the spaghetti carbonara, gnocchi, pork shoulder and braised pork belly and everyone was super impressed with their food!

We came here for the first time for my boyfriends birthday and had such an amazing time! This is the best food I ve ever had at a restaurant. So flavourful and well presented. The bartender Ethan was very knowledgeable and helped us both pick cocktails we would love! Service was quick and very pleasant. You can tell the staff here really make your experience special! I would definitely recommend coming here!

Top notch customer service and attention to detail. The food was exceptionally rich in flavour and the presentation was on point. My wife had one of the best vegan meal shes ever had. It will he a staple for any future visits to Kelowna!

Very nice experience. Taste good great service. Friendly staff.

The food is quite good, great service and staff are very friendly. Love the atmosphere, took 1 star away due to food being overpriced and small portion.

Expectations beyond exceeded. From the warm and friendly greeting, surprise treats to start, the very courteous and happy server, the food oh the food!!! And the sincere farewell, every moment was sheer perfection. Service: top notch. From the greeter, sommelier, server, expediter, kitchen team everyone appeared genuinely happy to be there ; and to see you. Atmosphere: was not pretentious at all. Shared a laugh or ten w our server who was incredibly professional, humble and attentive Food: do yourself a favour and choose the Caesar salad. It set an incredibly high bar. Every component might start you off wondering how it works, but it does-expertly, leaving you quite dumbfounded on how you never thought of this combination before. And the gnocchi frutti that is one of those dishes that leaves you warm and tingly all over. So comforting, so simple yet so complex. My tastebuds have locked that dish into its memory. Btw: cocktails are super fun. Hard to compete vs their 200+ choices of wine and being in wine country, but wow; so tasty and hits the right senses and sensibilities! Thanks for a wondering EXPERIENCE not just a meal. Above impressed. See you next time we are in town-1000%.

Delicious food and drinks with amazing service. The portion is huge so be aware. Everything was very tasty but! The tofu was the BEST. We loved the bubble smoke gun! That was super fun!

Great food, service and presentation! Loved it! Prices may be a tad high though. Especially the garlic cheese bread add on to the carbonara, bread with Neal is extra $6.50 only 2 tiny pieces. Price should be 1/2 that. Other than that wonderful!

Service and atmosphere was welcoming. I ordered bibimbab bowl and carbonara pasta. All food taste good but I wish they give us more rice for bibimbab and more noodle for pasta. It tastes good but portion is pretty small.

Great service The server who was also from Vancouver was excellent. I was quite disappointed with the pork belly dish I ordered. The pork belly tasted like it was cooked in boiling water and the sauce was too overwhelming which covered the flavor of the meat. I will order something else the next time I visit there.

This is the best restaurant during my trip to Canada. As the standard of Korean restaurants has improved a lot, it has been difficult to find good restaurants in Canada, but Ive finally been able to do that at Moida. I searched for French, Italian, American, Japanese, and Korean food, but I couldnt find any restaurant that was as satisfying as this restaurant.

We loved the food and the service. The only thing we didnt like was the noise. It was difficult to talk with our friends as the whole place is concrete with no noise dampening, so the voices of everyone else really carried.

Friendly staff, great atmosphere, and amazing food. Im a seafood/pasta lover, so I tried the seafood spaghetti, and it was absolutely amazing. Hubby had the steak tataki, and was really happy with it. We will definitely be back!

We had a group reservation and didn t know what to expect. What we got was a tasteful blend of Korean and Italian cuisine with tons of personality and flavour. The staff were friendly and accommodating and the food was impeccable. I had the standard fries and tofu tossed in gochujang sauce for appetizer and the signature gnocchi fritti. But I think the standout was the braised pork belly with amazing barbecue sauce. The gnocchi weren t too large and the rosé sauce was rich and savoury and the pork belly was juicy and soft and packed a punch for flavour. They were definitely a bit pricy compared to other restaurants but they definitely make up for it with the portion and the quality. I unfortunately didn t get any cocktails but the presentation and spectacle was also very fun. Highly recommend and would come back!

this place was suggested to me by a colleague. at first i didnt think id come here because we were going climbing, but once we got into town we were starving. we were looking for a place to eat and long story short, ended up here... drinks were great and the food was really good. lots of flavour... glad the server didnt judge us even though we showed up in pretty raggy clothes :D cant wait to come back to try the pork belly next time!

Food was super mediocre for the price. The only thing that was good from what we ordered were fries, and garlic bread, main dishes were disappointing.

Gather is definitely your high-end sort of minimalist feeling restaurant. I felt similarities to a restaurant in Toronto, but on a smaller more intimate scale. You will be catered to very well at Gather. I found the food and wine to be worth the cost. I ended up pairing a red wine with the soy soaked salmon. What I really appreciate about Gather is how full I felt after I left, so thank you for that. Whats fun is that you get to play with your food by choosing to mix the ingredients as you wish, as well as adding additional soy from a small bottle. What I would recommend though is maybe holding off on adding extra soy to the soy soaked salmon because it was bothering my stomach for the next hour later. Here are my notes on the Gather Poke Bowl, soy-cured Fresh and savory. I did add the provided additionally soy and wasabi which added a slight spice. Rice is different in color and tasty. Was told its brown and white rice and it is sticky. Crunch of the lettuce with the soft textures of salmon give it a nice mouth feel. Very filling

Great service and food to match.

We were seated late for our reservation despite the requirement to pay $30 per person for a late arrival which was a disappointment right off the bat. We overheard the host saying to the server this is a complete disaster as we were being seated. Appears that we were seated in a table different than the host assigned as the table was not fully set. The service throughout the meal was not par with the cost of dining, for example the drinks came after the meal was served despite ordering them much before ordering food. Also, the table was extremely wobbly, requiring an inch large wedge to be placed under the table, it was fixed fairly quickly after we mentioned it to the waitress. The food was good but the service is inconsistent. Therefore the experience was overall disappointing especially because I had hyped this place up to my friends and family and then when bringing them here every single one of us was dissatisfied with the service.

Modern and slick

Came across this gem when looking for a place for dinner. Delicious food and fabulous service. Cant wait to come back next time were in town!!

What an amazing place. It was my birthday and everything was perfect! I have to say the best food in all of Kelowna

Really great place for some elevated dishes! I tried the salmon ceviche, gnocchi fritti, and the tacos. All we re absolutely delicious but that ceviche was really good! My friend got the pork belly and it looked like the best dish there I would recommend it. The Korean Italian fusion concept is cool but most dishes seemed either Italian or Korean but not really a fusion of the two.

Great everything. Food is so good. Will be back.

Great atmosphere, food was ok.

Very good place. Id give it 4.5 if I could. Food was very tasty, servings nice and large. I will go back a second time for even a better sense of if they deserve 5 stars over 4! Tried a specialty cocktail, it was very creative and unique presentation. Bevie service was a little slow as the bar is not really set up for speed. Service was great. The ambience is nice but I do find the table location/seating arrangement a bit unusual but not in any way that would stop me from going again. Im not sure about looking into a kitchen area that has 50 large plastic containers showing but I assume its just part of the creativeness of this unique place. Again I must state the food was very delicious.

One of my favourite restaurants in Kelowna!! The best service and food, they go above and beyond every time:) thanks Gather team!

First time here and super impressed! The staff was so friendly and the food was amazing. Gnocchi was the best I have had in a VERY long time. New favourite restaurant. I will be back ! Vegetarian options: The vegan open for the pork tacos was awesome!

Visited this place during our the Thanksgiving vacation. The staff is really helpful and managed to accommodate six of us to two table even though we didnt have a reservation. My wife and I ordered their signature dish: salmon wasabi and Korean beef taco. I was a bit disappointed with the taste of taco and salmon wasabi is just ok. This place had a cozy vibe. The decor had a modern touch, with art pieces and creative lighting.

Paulo welcomed us like family. Our server was friendly and made our night memorable The food was really incredible! Best night out!

Great food and very intimate. The portions are huge, so keep that in mind while ordering. A friend of mine ordered the salmon and was really disappointed with how overpowering the wasabi flavour was as it was in everything. They were very accommodating with it and allowed my friend to have another dish at no charge. I had the gnocchi fritti with the honey garlic bread, and I found the bread to be the star. A nice experience, and I would probably go again

Food was amazing but made even better by our server Allie! Every detail was given attention to. Simply the best.

I recently had the pleasure of dining at this restaurant and I must say, it was a delightful experience. To start, they offered small appetizers and refreshing juice, setting a pleasant tone for the meal. The standout dishes for me were the crispy fried tofu and the delectable honey garlic bread both bursting with flavor and cooked to perfection.

Unbelievable experience every time. I didn t get names unfortunately but the gentleman from Italy and the other gentleman with the black glasses absolutely made our experience!! (Aside from the amazingggg food). I always say service is what makes a restaurant a great restaurant, and gather has impeccable service.

Food is great but the service is a mehhh hit and miss. I booked a reservation through OpenTable for a table for 5 on a Wednesday night for a birthday celebration. The OpenTable app asked for a Credit Card number to reserve the table and there was a disclaimer about a $30 charge per person in case of no shows. Understandable. I gave my credit card number and reservation was booked though, I did not receive a confirmation text or email from OpenTable, like they usually do. Instead just a hold on my credit card, so I thought okay, the spot has been reserved and we are good to go. On the day of, I tried to call the restaurant 4 times to make sure my reso was good- no answer. Get to the restaurant 15 mins early with all my guests only to be greeted at the door by the manager who had probably the worst attitude I have encountered by anyone in the restaurant industry in a long time. Asked for my name, could not find the reservation. I explained the situation and the fact that I tried to call 4 times to confirm and was met with were too busy to answer the phone and if you dont have an OpenTable confirmation number then you dont have a reservation. I explained the charge on my card and was met with I dont know what you are talking about we dont charge credit cards- several minutes of back and forth just to tell us yes there is room and well accommodate you any way. Why wreck the experience with that greeting? what are your guests supposed to do if your booking system is not fully operational/reliable but you also dont answer your phones? Food was amazing tho and our sever took wonderful care of us. Definitely recommend the place for food but beware of the booking experience.

This restaurant is amazing! Ive been twice and had great food and service both times. Will definitely become a regular spot for me. The only negative thing is that the wine is quite expensive

Fantastic food. The portion and taste of the Wasabi Salmon was UNREAL. Definitely suggest, and Paulo was a whiz on the wine.

I like this place but service is a real downfall. When we got there the host said we could sit at the bar or if we wanted to wait for a table we would have to wait 10 minutes to clear one. We asked for a table so she proceeded to clean one right behind her and it was ready in 2 minutes. Seemed like she was just too lazy to do it in the first place. Food was really good but our server walked past us multiple times and we waited over 20 minutes before she realized our plates had been empty and we wanted the bill. Then we waited another 10 minutes for her to bring the machine. Too bad the service can t match up the food standards.

Never disappoints. You must try the honey garlic bread, the gnocchi, and the korean beef tacos.

It was excellent all around! Little unique touches and the FOOD. So delicious.

I went with my dad to this restaurant and they had an amazing atmosphere and great service with cool experiences such as smoky plater with cocktails on it and they had fast service while everyone there had a smile on their faces and were super friendly. I would definitely recommend going here and I know Im going to go again.