Dining Guide: Where to Eat at Sun Peaks
Wondering where to eat in Sun Peaks? There are more than 20 restaurants to fuel up at before exploring the 4,400 acres of terrain at the resort.
Sun Peaks features a mix of cuisines and dining styles, with Canadian comfort food and pub fare, fine steakhouse dining, sushi and sake, unique pizzas, and more. This guide highlights some of the resort’s best restaurants, organized by dining style, so you can match your meals to your ski day or appetite.
Article Table of Contents
Overview of Sun Peaks Restaurants
Casual Restaurants at Sun Peaks
- Bottoms Bar & Grill
- Mountain High Pizza
- Morissey's Public House
- Powder Hounds Restaurant
- Oya Japanese
- Chez Joe Poutine
- Magic Cattle Guard Diner
On-Mountain Food at Sun Peaks
Not sure if a restaurant is open, or if reservations are required? It's always best to call the restaurant directly to find out. Don't worry, we've listed the phone numbers, addresses, and village locations below each restaurant.
Overview of Sun Peaks Restaurants
Most restaurants at Sun Peaks Resort are located in the pedestrian village, which keeps things convenient as you’re never far from your hotel, the lifts, or your next reservation.
A few restaurants can be found at the base of Burfield Quad, which is about a 5-minute drive from the village down Sun Peaks Road, or a 15-20 minute walk through the lit Valley Walk trail.
Overall, the dining atmosphere at Sun Peaks skews relaxed and approachable, with a few standout spots that offer a more refined experience when the occasion calls for it.
Fine Dining at Sun Peaks
The Steakhouse
With high-quality Canadian steaks, BBQ ribs, salads, vegetarian options, a kids’ menu (from $15), and desserts, The Steakhouse has an upscale atmosphere that’s a good fit for couples, special occasions, or a final-night dinner splurge.
Prepared by Chef Michard McMillan, the meals are complemented with a well-curated wine list and attentive service. Reservations are strongly recommended at The Steakhouse.
Located in the Sun Peaks Lodge Building 3180 Creekside Way (250) 578 7878 ext. 0
Fondue Stube
The resort’s newest restaurant, Fondue Stube, offers high-quality, traditional European cheese, meat, seafood, and (for dessert) chocolate fondue complete with curated wine pairings. Reservations are recommended, and Fondue Stube is open for the winter season only (December 10 - March 28).
Located in the Sun Peaks Lodge Building 3180 Creekside Way (250) 578 7878
Cahilty Creek Kitchen & Taproom
Cahilty Creek bridges the gap between fine dining and casual comfort, serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner. The taproom roots it firmly in the local scene, while the menu balances elevated dishes like the Fire Roasted Broccolini, Honey Sriracha Brussel Sprouts, and Butternut Squash Ravioli with crowd-pleasing flatbreads and burgers.
With a kids’ menu where everything is $13.50, Cahilty works equally well for a relaxed family dinner or a more social evening with craft beer and cocktails.
Cahilty is also known for its Legendary Après specials, available for dine-in daily from 3pm-5pm, and for its summertime mountain-view patio.
Located in the Cahilty Lodge Building 3220 Village Way (250) 434 0279
Casual Dining at Sun Peaks
Bottoms Bar & Grill
Bottoms describes itself as “a classic ski hill saloon.” It’s lively, easygoing, and features daily drink specials. Expect pub-style classics like nachos, wings, burgers, tacos, and plenty of local beers. The menu features daily drink specials (no time restrictions) and a broad selection of gluten-free and vegetarian options.
The social atmosphere makes it a popular choice for groups and après-ski experiences that can easily turn into dinner without much planning.
Located in the Sundance Lodge Building 3160 Creekside Way (250) 578-0013
Photo Credit: Kyle James | Sun Peaks Resorts
Mountain High Pizza
When you want something flavourful and dependable in the center of the Village, Mountain High Pizza delivers. It sells fresh pizza by the slice or entire pizzas for dine-in, take-out, or delivery. Try their take-and-bake pizzas if you have accommodations with a kitchen.
The Mountain High menu features unique creations, like the Alfredo Pickle White Rabbit pizza and Runaway Lane 5-cheese pizza with Hawaiian toppings.
Seating at Mountain High is limited to 16 spots inside and 17 outside.
Located in Hearthstone Lodge Building 3170 Creekside Way (250) 578-7272
Morissey’s Public House
Located in the Sun Peaks Grand, Morissey’s is a cozy pub serving casual comfort food. Hearty favourites run the gamut from Mongolian Beef Ribs to Mac ‘n’ Cheese or the Basil Burrata Veggie Sandwich.
The restaurant hosts weekly events like live music, trivia night, and Prime Rib dinner every Sunday. Dogs are welcome on the heated, pet-friendly patio in the summer.
New this winter at Morissey’s is their Hot Stone Après ($60 each) from 3pm-5pm daily, with a selection of fine meat cuts and lamb shishkebab on a tabletop hot stone slab along with veggies and sauces. Make sure to reserve the experience at least one day in advance.
No time for a full meal? Stop by with your kids for S’mores On The Patio (with hot chocolate). Roasted at outdoor fire tables, this is a family-favourite après experience, available daily from 2pm-7pm. Note that it is weather-dependent and only available in winter.
Located in the Sun Peaks Grand Building 3240 Village Way 250-578-6062
Photo Credit: Zuzy Rocka Zuzy Rocka | Sun Peaks Resorts
Powder Hounds Restaurant
Hearty appetites can head to Powder Hounds for German-influenced food like schnitzel, spaetzle, and scalloped potatoes as well as a wide selection of pastas.
There is a deeply comforting atmosphere here, like you’re coming home for dinner, which is fitting as it’s the oldest privately-owned restaurant at Sun Peaks.
With 65 indoor seats and 45 patio seats, Powder Hounds is a popular outdoor dining option in summertime. Reservations are recommended.
Located in: Fireside Lodge Building 3190 Creekside Way (250) 578 0014
Oya Japanese
Oya is a cozy spot with a large menu that evolves every year, with a diverse range of sake, izakaya bites, sashimi, nigiri, maki, classic rolls, oshi, noodles, and soups. The food is available to enjoy as a dine-in experience or as takeout (order online or by phone).
Located in the Hearthstone Lodge Building 3170 Creekside Way, Unit 230 (250) 578-0048
Photo Credit: Oya Japanese Cuisine website
Chez Joe Poutine
Started by a Québécois yearning for home, Chez Joe serves classic Canadian comfort food that caters to all, with gluten-free, vegetarian, and vegan poutine options. The menu at Chez Joe Poutine gets creative with toppings and features Southern American-inspired, Buffalo chicken, and maple bacon beef variations, amongst others.
Located in the Hearthstone Lodge Building 3170 Creekside Way (250) 578 8563
Magic Cattle Guard Diner
Located west of the main village, closer to Burfield, the Magic Cattle Guard Diner serves brunch (from 11am-3pm Friday-Sunday) and dinner, with a large menu offering burgers, sandwiches, sides, and dessert, as well as simple $12 options for kids.
This restaurant does not accept reservations. They recommend calling before you visit to confirm availability.
1240 Alpine Road, Unit 12 (250) 578-0853
On Mountain Food at Sun Peaks
Sunburst Bar + Eatery
A cozy alpine stop between laps on the Sunburst Express or Crystal Chairlift, Sunburst Bar + Eatery at the top of Sunburst serves casual snacks and lunches as well as coffee, cocktails, and beer. The famous Sun Peaks cinnamon buns are sold here, baked fresh daily.
Umbrella Café
A convenient location for a pick-me-up, the Umbrella Café sells coffee, beer, and snacks right at the base of Mt. Morrisey, between the Morrisey and Orient chairlifts. The casual spot has 360-degree windows and outdoor firepits where you can enjoy watching others ski and refuel between your own runs.
Photo Credit: Catheryne Bossé | Sun Peaks Resorts
That Churro Place
At the base of Mt. Morrisey, next to the Umbrella Café, That Churro Place sells hot stuffed Brazilian churros from a food truck. Enjoy sweet and salty options at picnic tables between runs on the Morrisey or Orient chairlifts.
Annex Food + Drink
Located at the base of the Sunburst Express Chairlift and next to Parking Lot 2, the Annexserves cafeteria-style pizza, burgers, salads, beers, and more. Enjoy freshly-baked cinnamon buns and a pancake breakfast on Saturdays from 8am-10am.
Marina is a skier, adventurer, and professional writer living in Vancouver, BC. She fell in love with skiing at the age of 3, and hasn’t stopped since.