Vallarta Grill - Penticton

We visited this beach location for a quick lunch and it was fantastic. The food was simple but incredibly tasty, and the service was excellent. Plus, the atmosphere was enhanced by great music and beautiful beach views!

I couldn't locate Vallarta Grill on the strip, and I was really craving a taco!

The only positive aspect of this restaurant is its beachside location. Unfortunately, the tacos were bland, and the serving of salsa was just a tablespoon—it felt like a complete rip-off.

The food is homemade, and the setting by Skaha Lake is beautiful, but the dining experience is quite basic, with nothing more than picnic tables in a public park. The portion sizes are small, and the prices are twice as high as similar offerings, likely due to the expensive rent. Our bill for two drinks and one plate came to $26, which got us two enchiladas the size of a 7-Eleven taquito, along with half a cup of rice and a quarter cup of beans. Unfortunately, there was a lack of flavor! I really want to support local businesses, but I don’t think this offers good value for money.

We visited on a chilly winter night, and the atmosphere inside was warm and inviting. The food was delicious, the portions were generous, and the prices were reasonable. I had the vegetarian enchiladas with mole sauce, and I would definitely order them again.