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Hooded Merganser at Penticton Lakeside Resort
The Hooded Merganser was designed to provide guests with a lakeside experience like no other. Vaulted ceilings and floor to ceiling windows have made us the place to be during storm watching season. The outdoor patio is incredible during the warmer months. The menu features delicious contemporary cuisine cooked to perfection in the open kitchen. Enjoy the superb selection of hard-to-find Okanagan wines from our cellars. Tie up your boat at the marina and come in for a truly enjoyable time.
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27 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Rating Breakdown 27 reviews
5 stars
(8)
4 stars
(12)
3 stars
(5)
2 stars
(2)
1 star
(0)
Food
(Very Good)
3.8
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4.4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- scenic view(23)
- romantic(17)
- special occasion(16)
- great for outdoor dining(12)
- good for groups(11)
- great for lunch(9)
Hooded Merganser at Penticton Lakeside Resort Reviews List
Review 1 for Hooded Merganser at Penticton Lakeside Resort
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
""I like the relaxed feel of this place - like a comfortable dining room in a friends home. I definitely will be returning."
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: scenic view
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Review 2 for Hooded Merganser at Penticton Lakeside Resort
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Like the setting and view of the lake. Will recommend to friends. Staff is friendly and service was very good. Would like to see more vegetarian dishes on the menu or options to the dishes listed."
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, great for brunch, romantic, scenic view, late-night find, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, great for lunch, kid-friendly
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Review 3 for Hooded Merganser at Penticton Lakeside Resort
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
We waited and waited . . .
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Our server was polite and the wine we ordered was excellent and serving it was timely. However it was 90 minutes before our food arrived. I had to wait a further 10 minutes after the others because the stated they overlooked my steak and had to prepare another. The 8 ounce sirloins three if us had were prepared to our wishes but they were very thin and "looked tired".
My son, who was with us, had a similar experience with timing a month earlier. We had hoped it was a one off.
In past we have enjoyed this spot but with two bad experiences behind us we will be reluctant to return."
Dined on 5/08/2013
Special Features: scenic view
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Review 4 for Hooded Merganser at Penticton Lakeside Resort
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Family Favorite
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I dine at the HM often with family and friends. It always exceeds our expectations.
Very enjoyable."
Dined on 5/05/2013
Special Features: good for groups, great for outdoor dining, romantic, scenic view, notable wine list, neighborhood gem, hot spot, great for lunch, special occasion
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Review 5 for Hooded Merganser at Penticton Lakeside Resort
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
We made our reservation online,
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We made our reservation online, received a confirmation, then received a "reminder" email, however when we showed up for our 7:15 p.m. reservation for six people Thursday, April 25th the restaurant front desk had absolutely no idea who we were as there was no record of our reservation. We were told "we will find a spot for you" which was somewhat embarrassing.
The food and service however was wonderful."
Dined on 26/04/2013
2013
Special Features: good for groups, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, scenic view, great for lunch
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Review 6 for Hooded Merganser at Penticton Lakeside Resort
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Love the On-line reservation
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Love the On-line reservation system! Got the exact table I wanted. Food was served hot & was delicious. Affordable, too!"
Dined on 21/04/2013
2013
Special Features: great for brunch, scenic view
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Review 7 for Hooded Merganser at Penticton Lakeside Resort
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Dinner on the lake
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"My wife and I were here for our 25th anniversary dinner. We had I quiet, intimate booth that had a beautiful view up the lake. We're not really wine drinkers but we had a glass of local Merlot that was nice. We enjoyed the rack of lamb, it was delicious.
Overall it was a great dinner at a great location"
Overall it was a great dinner at a great location"
Dined on 16/04/2013
2013
Special Features: great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, scenic view, great for lunch
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Review 8 for Hooded Merganser at Penticton Lakeside Resort
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Eaten there many times but
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Eaten there many times but this was my first brunch and I was amazingly surprised, it was a fabulance experience for each of us, everyone ranted and raved about the food, the service is superb, endless coffee cup which everyone likes.
Most pleasant experience.
Love it!"
Most pleasant experience.
Love it!"
Dined on 14/04/2013
2010
Special Features: good for groups, great for brunch, notable wine list, special occasion, scenic view, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 9 for Hooded Merganser at Penticton Lakeside Resort
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Overall, Amazing!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"It was great! My boyfriend and I just have really good comments through out the night. Food was exquisite, the environment was great and I believe Adam was our server, who was extremely attentive through out the night. Thank you all for your great service!!"
Dined on 07/04/2013
2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, scenic view, great for lunch
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Review 10 for Hooded Merganser at Penticton Lakeside Resort
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
I go there quite frequently,
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I go there quite frequently, do not always make a rsservation it does tend to be noisy when it is full .
Gorgeous view, good service and good food"
Gorgeous view, good service and good food"
Dined on 30/03/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 11 for Hooded Merganser at Penticton Lakeside Resort
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
We had a lovely birthday breakfast
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We had a lovely birthday breakfast "party"! Nice view, good food, everyone enjoyed it! Thanks!"
Dined on 16/03/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly, romantic, special occasion, scenic view, hot spot
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Review 12 for Hooded Merganser at Penticton Lakeside Resort
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
A beautiful place to dine!
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"A beautiful place to dine! Will have to come back in the summer to sit on the patio"
Dined on 25/01/2013
2013
Special Features: good for groups, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, scenic view
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Review 13 for Hooded Merganser at Penticton Lakeside Resort
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Staff are friendly and I always
Food
(Poor)
1
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Staff are friendly and I always love the ambience. However the food is mediocre and uninspiring."
Dined on 19/01/2013
2010
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Hooded Merganser at Penticton Lakeside Resort
Based on the average of (14) ratings-only reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
2 out of 2 recommend this product
Food
(Very Good)
3.9
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4.4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic