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Hooded Merganser

A unique restaurant/lounge which is built on piles above Okanagan Lake. Menu includes chicken, steak, fish and seafood. Great selection of fancy spirits and local wine. Semi-formal. Be sure to make a reservation in summer.

outdoors

Address: 21 Lakeshore Dr W
Getting there: on the lake behind the Penticton Lakeside Resort
Hours: 7AM-midnight
Price: $15-35
Website: hoodedmerganser.ca (opens in a new tab)

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