Forget everything you thought you knew about burgers. In Penticton, BC, they’re not just patties on buns – they’re culinary declarations. So here are the places where the mere thought of another fast-food burger is enough to make you weep with joy instead.
A&W Canada
$ | (250) 493-3237 | WEBSITE
A&W Canada in Penticton is the friendliest burger joint in town, and as such, is also the one where you’re most likely to see families actually enjoying fast food together.
White Spot Penticton
$$ | (250) 492-0038 | WEBSITE
You probably know that White Spot Penticton is one of the best burger joints in BC – but it also has the most consistently friendly service in the city. The welcome from their staff has literally never been one bit warmer or cooler than perfectly pleasant, and that’s a fact.
Burger King
$ | (250) 493-8411 | WEBSITE
There are several burger joints in Penticton – and this is by far the hottest. It’s in a clean, fast-food setting with no air conditioning, and the food arrives fresh but steaming, meaning you’ll be wiping your brow between bites, cooling down with sips of your drink. The Whopper and chicken burgers might lack some punch, but the produce is crisp, and the staff is friendly enough to make you forget the heat – until you see the price for that zesty sauce, which feels like adding insult to swelter.
Patio Burger & Ice Cream Co.
$ | (236) 422-2276 | WEBSITE
Not only does Patio Burger & Ice Cream Co. have impossibly delicious burgers that will literally satisfy any craving, it also has open-air seating, and offers a nice respite from the summer crowds on the beach outside.
The Barking Parrot Bar
$$ | (250) 493-9753 | WEBSITE
Sure, there’s a beachfront location at The Barking Parrot Bar that’s usually not too inviting. But the real draw is the bar area, where you won’t have to wait long if you order drinks from the roaming server.
Dairy Queen Grill & Chill
$ | (250) 492-5823 | WEBSITE
It’s the ultimate treat-maker. And unlike the fancy burger joints downtown, you’re actually encouraged to enjoy it. So go chill with some super burgers and the upside-down blizzards.
McDonald’s
$ | (250) 493-2898 | WEBSITE
It’s not exactly fine dining, but there’s no quicker way to satisfy a craving than grabbing one of those Happy Meals and watching the kids go wild in the play place. It’s also more reliable than that fancy Sunday meal when the order system gets chaotic.