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Reviewed 15 July 2023

Nice Italian food with good service. However, the prices are high compared to the quality of dishes offered.

Date of visit: May 2023
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Reviewed 29 June 2023

Fresh Italian Pasta. We didn't want to 'overeat', so had the fresh oysters which was a first and really good. Then shared the Ragu Pasta and had them add some fresh basil. The portion was enough for both of us and happy we decided to...share. The chocolate mousse was light and lovely, not too rich. Shout out to Cody who was our server and Michael the Sommelier. Our cab driver said a lot of his repeat customers were regulars at this establishment, we asked Michael how many regulars were there at the moment and he said well over half were regulars. We can understand why, small intimate atmosphere, great service - don't be in a rush, good food takes time!More

Date of visit: June 2023
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Reviewed 13 May 2023

Great food, great service, good wine selection. It is not cheap but food is a real experience. Don't go in a rush. There is a bit long waiting between appetizers and main dish. They prepare the dishes as they are ordered. It is worthy the...wait. Great selection of wines and the somelier recommends good wines. The service is very good. I recommend this restaurant as best so far for Italian restaurants in Kelowna.More

Date of visit: May 2023
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Reviewed 28 May 2022 via mobile

Had been a long time since visiting this establishment. Was one of the best restaurants in Kelowna. Started with the CC for a reso hold which was odd. 40 minutes to get a drink order even though they were not slammed. Wine list is extensive...but expensive as posted by others. Food was decent, but expensive for what is delivered. Caprese salad for $26??? Tell me the tomatoes are grown from ancient Italian seeds or the burrata is flown in daily. Five slices of tomato some sprigs of basil and burrata. At least they are keeping food costs down and margins high to afford the location.More

Date of visit: May 2022
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Reviewed 19 April 2022 via mobile

The chief owner is absolutely amazing, if you are looking for the Best Italian Food you have ever eaten. I must say I have found the best restaurant in Kelowna.🍷❤️

Date of visit: April 2022
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Reviewed 4 April 2022 via mobile

This was an outstanding dining experience. We had delicious food, wonderful wine, and outstanding service. What a joy to come to this lovely establishment and enjoy the company of friends and feel so welcomed!

Date of visit: April 2022
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Reviewed 2 February 2022 via mobile

We order some appies and then our mains! Excellent dishes all around, chef made adjustments to accommodate celiac person! Have a very nice wine list as well!

Date of visit: February 2022
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Reviewed 5 August 2021

Dinner at La Bussola last night. One of our favourites. But over the last couple of years the restaurant has gone down hill. Last night the service was particularly disappointing. Our waiter went AWOL a couple of times through our dinner, leaving us waiting for...service. Twice I had to ask another waiter for service. It was not all bad. The food was great, although the menu is way too limited, not like the past. The wine list is terrific. La Bussola asks a premium price but lately delivers below average service. I hope they make a change and get back to the great restaurant it once was.More

Date of visit: August 2021
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Reviewed 7 July 2021 via mobile

La Bussola was closed because of Covid for a long time. They were greatly missed. Had dinner last night and they haven't missed a beat. The sommelier recommended a beautiful Italian Chardonnay that perfectly complemented my chicken parm, my wife's veal piccata and our oysters...appy. Entrees were perfectly prepared. Oysters, from PEI, were fresh and captured the essence of the ocean. Service was spot on and friendly. This is a spot in Kelowna you MUST experience.More

Date of visit: July 2021
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Reviewed 9 February 2021

We agonized about whether we should celebrate our anniversary at home or with dinner, which we have done for 35 years prior. Finally we decided on the latter and were happy with the result. My first comment is that the restaurant was prepared for patrons...during the COVID pandemic. Staff were properly masked, sanitizer was available and the tables were very widely spaced. Other guest wore masks when not seated. As usual, the menu was varied and we have great choices. I had veal piccata and my wife had lasagne. Previous experience caused me to ask for less sauce on the meal, which was done and tasted better. My wife liked her lasagne and there was enough for lunch the next day. We paired the meal with an excellent bottle of Bordeaux, at the sommelier's suggestion. Service was excellent and not at all pushy. All in all we enjoyed our evening. Just for information, we have chosen not to go out since, so the memory is all the more important.More

Date of visit: December 2020
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Reviewed 30 January 2021

Went in tonight for my mother inlaw's birthday ...not much to choose from on the menu.. I had the $32 plate of ravioli....there was 5 raviolis on my plate when it came ....wheres the rest of it? It was under cooked, kind of crunchy, and...absolutely tasteless.. Not going to lie.. Ive had a more filling, better tasting ravioli from a $2 can.. 4 of us ate; bill was $120?! Nobody ordered drinks.. All just had water... For what everybody got; the bill shouldve only been AT MOST $40.. Everybody was disappointed with their meals... All said the same thing.. "Wheres the rest of it?" "Its how much?" "Wheres the flavor?" Complimentary bread was good tho! Ended up going to mcdonalds immediately after leaving this joint... Wont be going back.. Ever.. How do they keep the doors open? ...hopefully not much longer.More

Date of visit: January 2021
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Reviewed 16 December 2020

La Bussola is the best Italian Restaurant in Kelowna! The atmosphere is elegant enough for special occasion dressing up or relaxed enough for casual wear. The staff is knowledgeable and friendly the food is well . . . deliciously Italian! It's the perfect pre-concert dinner...date or lunch with a friend.More

Date of visit: December 2020
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Reviewed 15 November 2020

I must say we were super hyped to go eat some real fine Italian food for a birthday dinner! Well it was the complete opposite of that. The food was awful and the portions were tiny. Don’t even get me started on the price! The...only was positive is the servers. If you are going to charge that much make sure it is worth the price! Not worth going sadly... I really hope they fix there issues fastMore

Date of visit: November 2020
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Reviewed 19 September 2020

just take note , if you change veggies to pasta, they charge you 5$ . Very expensive since my one plate of food cost37$. I can buy a box of pasta for one dollar for my family...... when a person buys one of the most...expensive meal give thé the pasta please!More

Date of visit: September 2020
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Reviewed 21 August 2020

Had a decent dining experience here. The location is great and the staff are friendly. The dinner was not bad but felt a little lacking for the price point. But overall I would come back.

Date of visit: August 2020
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La Bussola Restaurant is rated accordingly in the following categories by Tripadvisor travellers:
  • Food: 4
  • Service: 4
  • Value: 3.5
  • Atmosphere: 4.5