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Bar One

2130 Harvey Ave Kelowna BC V1Y 6G8 · Restaurant - Food Service

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Details

Google rating
4.1 / 5 (18)

Opening hours

  • Friday4 p.m.–12 a.m.
  • Monday4–11 p.m.
  • Saturday4 p.m.–12 a.m.
  • Sunday4–11 p.m.
  • Thursday4–11 p.m.
  • Tuesday4–11 p.m.
  • Wednesday4–11 p.m.

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Inspection summary

Bar One has been inspected 7 times by Interior Health Authority since September 23, 2013. The most recent inspection, on May 12, 2025, recorded 2 infractions.

1 of 7 inspections on record found no infractions at all. No inspections are on record from the past 12 months. The higher-risk findings here relate to: Protecting food from contamination, Handwashing and staff hygiene and Cleaning and sanitizing.

The number of infractions per inspection has stayed roughly the same over time.

What these findings mean

Health authorities word their violations differently, so we group them by what they mean for food safety. Higher-risk findings are the ones inspectors treat as critical, because they can directly make someone sick.

  • Protecting food from contaminationHigher risk

    This covers how food is stored, prepared and displayed: raw meat kept away from ready-to-eat food, food covered and stored off the floor, and nothing dripping or splashing into it. Cross-contamination from raw to cooked food is a direct route for salmonella and E. coli.

    Recorded 3 times across 3 separate inspections, most recently on May 12, 2025. For example: 5 Are the premises and equipment properly maintained and operated in a sanitary manner (i.e. ongoing maintenance)?

  • Handwashing and staff hygieneHigher risk

    Hands are the main way germs like norovirus move from people to food. Inspectors look for stocked, accessible handwashing sinks, staff washing hands when required, hair restraints, and sick employees being kept away from food. Gaps here can spread illness quickly.

    Recorded 2 times across 2 separate inspections, most recently on April 29, 2024. For example: 7 Are there handwashing stations available and properly supplied?

  • Cleaning and sanitizingHigher risk

    Anything that touches food, such as cutting boards, dishes and utensils, must be washed, rinsed and sanitized. Inspectors check dishwasher temperatures, sanitizer strength and how wiping cloths are stored. Poor sanitizing lets bacteria survive from one use to the next.

    Recorded 2 times across 2 separate inspections, most recently on November 23, 2021. For example: 3 Are food contact surfaces, utensils and equipment washed and sanitized in a manner that removes/prevents contamination?

  • Equipment and utensilsLower risk

    Equipment has to be built from cleanable materials, kept in good repair and stored properly. These findings are mostly about upkeep, like a cracked shelf, a worn gasket or utensils stored the wrong way. They are generally lower risk but show how well the kitchen is maintained.

    Recorded once on June 21, 2016. For example: 14 - Are the premises, equipment and utensils designed and maintained to ensure safe and sanitary food handling?

  • Building, plumbing and upkeepLower risk

    Floors, walls and ceilings must be smooth and clean, with working lighting, ventilation, plumbing, hot and cold water, and washrooms. These are rarely an immediate food-safety risk on their own, but persistent problems can lead to pest or sanitation issues.

    Recorded once on September 23, 2013. For example: 2 - Are the premises maintained in sanitary conditions?

About this data

These results come from Interior Health Authority, which inspects food premises and other public facilities in this area. We republish the authority's public disclosure data and refresh it regularly; the official record is the final word.

7 inspections

  1. Monitoring

    2 infractions

    • F2.1 Does the facility have proper monitoring supplies?
      • Observation(s): Please provide test strips at Bar One for verifying the glass washer chlorine sanitizer concentration.
    • F2.5 Are the premises and equipment properly maintained and operated in a sanitary manner (i.e. ongoing maintenance)?
      • Observation(s): As discussed, please clean organic build-up observed inside the walk-in refrigerator, including a noticeable black organic build-up on the walk-in refrigerator floor surface.
  2. Monitoring

    1 infraction

    • F2.7 Are there handwashing stations available and properly supplied?
      • Observation(s): Please provide functioning liquid soap and paper towel dispensers at the bar hand washing sink (please ensure location of these dispensers in close proximity to/adjacent to the hand sink itself).
  3. Monitoring

    2 infractions

    • F1.7 Are foods protected from contamination?
      • Observation(s): A 5 gallon Pail of broken glassware was being stored in the walk-in refrigerator at Bar One.
    • F2.3 Are food contact surfaces, utensils and equipment washed and sanitized in a manner that removes/prevents contamination?
      • Observation(s): Glasswasher was found with no measurable chlorine sanitizer on the final rise stream.
  4. Monitoring

    1 infraction

    • F2.1 Does the facility have proper monitoring supplies?
  5. Monitoring

    1 infraction

    • 14 - Are the premises, equipment and utensils designed and maintained to ensure safe and sanitary food handling?
  6. Monitoring

    0 infractions

  7. Monitoring

    4 infractions

    • 8.2 - Are there handwashing stations available?
      • Observation(s): Paper towel is required
    • 13.2 - Are dishes, utensils and food contact surfaces properly cleaned and sanitized?
      • Observation(s): Iodine glass washer reaching the appropriate concentration of 12.5 ppm. Please purchase a test kit to monitor levels. Bottle labeled sanitizer contains a cleaner not a sanitizer. Corrected at the time of inspection.
    • 14.2 - Are the premises maintained in sanitary conditions?
      • Observation(s): knives must not be stored in between the equipment. Please store in a sanitary manner at all times.
      • The premises, equipment and utensils must be maintained in sanitary condition.
    • 14.8 - Are tables and counters being maintained in a sanitary manner?
      • Observation(s): Sanitizer bottle does not contain sanitizer. Corrected at the time of inspection.

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Reviews

Reviews provided by Google Maps
  • Dan C

    I tried the bar one burger with a salad on the side and a poutine. It was very filling and delicious. With a root beer came to around $30. Service was great and enjoyed the atmosphere.

  • LaRee Russell

    Very bright and cheery atmosphere with plenty of TV's to watch all your favourite sports teams. Must stop in and say hi. Central location.

  • Dakoda Petrovich

    We decided to pop in for taco Tuesday 🌮 Firstly we were met by a friendly greeting by the bar tender that works there. Some of the best service in Kelowna and the tacos were incredible. Super excited to try the rest of the menu. If you’re driving by the area be sure to stop by and try some food and drinks! First impression matter and we will definitely be back

  • Patrick Mclean

    John the bartender is a great guy. Told me about the best options for food, pointed out the happy hour specials, and was highly respectful. Going back just for him.

  • Tira Mihai

    I go to both the Penticton and Kelowna Bar One locations pretty regularly. Gotta say — Kelowna’s really stepped it up. The place looks nicer now, and the service here has been solid every time. Came by on a Wednesday night for wings and some deep-fried pickles — wings were way better sauced than what I’ve had in Penticton. Shoutout to the manager John for running a tight ship. Good vibes all around.

  • Gary Mccaffrey

    Ive never been and didn't expect a whole lot from a hotel bar. I went for Thursday wing night and the hot sauce was really good. A nice change from just franks. John behind the bar took really great care of us, and we never waited for a drink. We were also surprised at how quick the wings came out as well. Hot and delicious. We're coming back for sure to try some of the other menu items. $5 beer and $6 wings know how to make a guy happy.

  • Jonathan Warwaruk

    Our server Kori is amazing, we are treated like The food so amazing. Top 5 foods: Top one burger Chicken noodle soup Cheesy tot tower Dry garlic ribs Cookie and cream cake Also has good hours !!! 😁😁

  • jen lynn

    Ordered take out last night, one order of wings $14 and one turkey club 15.75 with and fries gravy. The wings were lack luster and didn't come with any veg etc and $ for what you get. The real disappointment was the turkey club. Burnt bread, no bacon, turkey on only one area on the sandwich.. they couldn't even put enough lettuce on it.. your basically just paying for badly toast bread. Fries were good but the gravy tasted like they were running low and topped it up with water.. $32 NOT well spent.

  • Dan C

    I tried the bar one burger with a salad on the side and a poutine. It was very filling and delicious. With a root beer came to around $30. Service was great and enjoyed the atmosphere.

  • LaRee Russell

    Very bright and cheery atmosphere with plenty of TV's to watch all your favourite sports teams. Must stop in and say hi. Central location.

  • Dakoda Petrovich

    We decided to pop in for taco Tuesday 🌮 Firstly we were met by a friendly greeting by the bar tender that works there. Some of the best service in Kelowna and the tacos were incredible. Super excited to try the rest of the menu. If you’re …

  • Patrick Mclean

    John the bartender is a great guy. Told me about the best options for food, pointed out the happy hour specials, and was highly respectful. Going back just for him.

  • Tira Mihai

    I go to both the Penticton and Kelowna Bar One locations pretty regularly. Gotta say — Kelowna’s really stepped it up. The place looks nicer now, and the service here has been solid every time. …

  • Gary Mccaffrey

    Ive never been and didn't expect a whole lot from a hotel bar. I went for Thursday wing night and the hot sauce was really good. A nice change from just franks. John behind the bar took really great care of us, and we never waited for a …

  • Jonathan Warwaruk

    Our server Kori is amazing, we are treated like The food so amazing. Top 5 foods: Top one burger …

  • jen lynn

    Ordered take out last night, one order of wings $14 and one turkey club 15.75 with and fries gravy. The wings were lack luster and didn't come with any veg etc and $ for what you …

  • Glenda Simpson

    John our bartender/server is fantastic. Every time I come through Kelowna I stay here in a big part because of the relaxing atmosphere and great service.

  • Brenda Fraser

    My cousin and I recently stayed at the Sandman and celebrated our birthday(s) here. We were treated like royalty by the bartender, John. The food was wonderful and the Lemon Drop martinis the best we ever had! We had so much fun watching …

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