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Britbar

67 Nanaimo Ave E Penticton BC V2A 1M1 · Restaurant - Food Service

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Details

Google rating
4.7 / 5 (18)

Opening hours

  • Friday7 p.m.–1 a.m.
  • Monday7 p.m.–1 a.m.
  • Saturday7 p.m.–1 a.m.
  • Sunday7 p.m.–1 a.m.
  • Thursday7 p.m.–1 a.m.
  • Tuesday7 p.m.–1 a.m.
  • Wednesday7 p.m.–1 a.m.

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Inspection summary

Britbar has been inspected 4 times by Interior Health Authority since March 19, 2018. The most recent inspection, on June 30, 2025, found no infractions.

2 of 4 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 Food temperature control.

Recent inspections have recorded fewer infractions than earlier ones, so the record is improving.

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 2 times across 2 separate inspections, most recently on July 11, 2023. 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 July 11, 2023. For example: 7 Are there handwashing stations available and properly supplied?

  • Food temperature controlHigher risk

    Bacteria multiply fastest between about 4 °C and 60 °C (40 °F to 140 °F). Inspectors check that cold food stays cold, hot food stays hot, cooked food is cooled quickly, and that staff have accurate thermometers. Temperature problems are one of the most common causes of food poisoning, so these are treated as critical findings.

    Recorded 2 times on February 11, 2020. For example: 2 Are proper temperature controls maintained to ensure safe storage and display of foods?

  • 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 once on February 11, 2020. For example: 3 Are food contact surfaces, utensils and equipment washed and sanitized in a manner that removes/prevents contamination?

  • 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 2 times across 2 separate inspections, most recently on July 11, 2023. For example: 6 Are the premises designed and equipped to ensure safe food handling?

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.

4 inspections

  1. Monitoring

    0 infractions

  2. Monitoring

    4 infractions

    • F2.5 Are the premises and equipment properly maintained and operated in a sanitary manner (i.e. ongoing maintenance)?
      • Observation(s): - front edge of shelf by bar hand sink needs finishing to a non-absorbent cleanable surface
    • F2.6 Are the premises designed and equipped to ensure safe food handling?
      • Observation(s): - please confirm purpose/use of herb garden under bar.
    • F2.7 Are there handwashing stations available and properly supplied?
      • Observation(s): - hand sink needs soap and paper towel dispenser re-stocked
    • F3.5 Are the FOODSAFE training requirements being met?
      • Observation(s): - please confirm main operator has valid FoodSafe (or equiv.) certification
  3. Monitoring

    9 infractions

    • F1.2 Are proper temperature controls maintained to ensure safe storage and display of foods?
      • Observation(s): - kitchen prep/sandwich cooler reading 5C in cabinet and is at maximum adjustment; unit must be able to hold foods at 4C or lower
    • F1.3 Are proper cooling and reheating procedures followed?
      • Observation(s): - please log the cooling of your foods to be used later
    • F2.1 Does the facility have proper monitoring supplies?
      • Observation(s): - please obtain quat test strips to monitor your spray bottle concentration (~200ppm)
    • F2.3 Are food contact surfaces, utensils and equipment washed and sanitized in a manner that removes/prevents contamination?
      • Observation(s): - please keep a temp log of the rinse water temp of your glass washer; recommend installing a thermostatic valve to help ensure the glass dishwasher rinse temp is maintained at 82C/180F without the need for adjustment
    • F2.5 Are the premises and equipment properly maintained and operated in a sanitary manner (i.e. ongoing maintenance)?
      • Observation(s): - please clean fry cutting area - recommend re-organizing to put fry cutter in a more sanitary location - please clean bar gun holder and ensure it is an item on your sanitation plan
    • F2.6 Are the premises designed and equipped to ensure safe food handling?
      • Observation(s): - please change bar tap drains to reduce cross-contamination with glasses
    • F2.7 Are there handwashing stations available and properly supplied?
      • Observation(s): - please install paper towel dispenser at bar hand sink
    • F3.3 Are written food handling procedures (Food Safety Plan) current and available on site?
      • Observation(s): - please update your food safety plan
    • F3.4 Are written sanitation procedures (Sanitation Plan) current and available on site?
      • Observation(s): - please update your sanitation plan
  4. Monitoring

    0 infractions

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Reviews

Reviews provided by Google Maps
  • Gabriela Esquivel

    Arrived in Penticton around 9 pm and couldn't find any other place to eat that wasn't closing at 10 pm so we stopped by for a snack and some beers. The pulled beef poutine was delicious and beers hit just right. There was also karaoke going on which was super fun lol. Definitely wanna come back if I'm in town.

  • srholderness

    Great venu and amazing vibes, had a blast, staff were super friendly food was good and prompt, looking forward to coming back and trying some karaoke next time. Atmosphere for the England game was amazing!!! Definitely recommend you go and see for yourself 5 stars 👍

  • Life of Human

    Didn't know I could have so much fun on a Sunday night! If you like brit pop you will love this bar. It was karaoke/industry night. Trevor was the bartender. He was super nice & friendly. As people slowly came in the karaoke 🎤 started. I think we ended up meeting everyone in the place & the owner Martyn. You must check out the individual decorated washrooms and have a mystery shot. Only 4 stars for food because not enough vegetarian offerings. Buy a shirt 👕 too!

  • Paul Kufeldt

    Okay so the food might not be amazing, at least not when I was there, but that’s not why I went. Good layout, great drink selection whether you are a Brit or not but the atmosphere was amazing. The owners really invest in this place and you can tell. Well worth a visit

  • Honey

    This place is full of joyful nostalgia and always somewhere safe to have a late night blast! Staff are super personable and lovely; especially Martyn who quite literally evoked tears of joy and made our whole night. Thank you so much for existing!

  • Will Stiphout

    Perhaps a little unfair, we went to see a world Cup match at 4 in the afternoon. We're the only (2) people. A little later a group of 4 arrived only to leave again after about an hour. The proprietor? Was very friendly and accommodating. The food options were variations of French fries, poutine, and more poutine. Not the greatest. The other one food option was some Mexican dish.

  • Liane Abbey

    Such an amazing bar! Martin rules! Drinks are lovely always, food rules, and the bathrooms are the coolest! This Bar has amazing bands, cheeky karaoke and you can even play Mario cart! If youre in penticton, go.Have fun, play, be apart of something different and exciting. Finally something different in this town! 20/10 experience. Just go. Its a wicked time.

  • johnny johnson

    We frequently visit this place And keep coming back for the amazing service. Feel good vibes everytime. The karaoke On demand. Martin most nights doing it by himself. Its just a great hidden gem of penticton and would recommend anyone to go there and check it out

  • Gabriela Esquivel

    Arrived in Penticton around 9 pm and couldn't find any other place to eat that wasn't closing at 10 pm so we stopped by for a snack and some beers. The pulled beef poutine was delicious and beers hit just right. There was also karaoke going on which was super fun lol. Definitely wanna come back if I'm in town.

  • srholderness

    Great venu and amazing vibes, had a blast, staff were super friendly food was good and prompt, looking forward to coming back and trying some karaoke next time. …

  • Life of Human

    Didn't know I could have so much fun on a Sunday night! If you like brit pop you will love this bar. It was karaoke/industry night. Trevor was the bartender. He was super nice & friendly. As people slowly came in the karaoke 🎤 started. I …

  • Paul Kufeldt

    Okay so the food might not be amazing, at least not when I was there, but that’s not why I went. Good layout, great drink selection whether you are a Brit or not but the atmosphere was amazing. The owners really invest in this place and you can tell. Well worth a visit

  • Honey

    This place is full of joyful nostalgia and always somewhere safe to have a late night blast! Staff are super personable and lovely; especially Martyn who quite literally evoked tears of joy and made our whole night. Thank you so much for existing!

  • Will Stiphout

    Perhaps a little unfair, we went to see a world Cup match at 4 in the afternoon. We're the only (2) people. A little later a group of 4 arrived only to leave again after about an hour. The …

  • Liane Abbey

    Such an amazing bar! Martin rules! Drinks are lovely always, food rules, and the bathrooms are the coolest! This Bar has amazing bands, cheeky karaoke and you can even play Mario cart! If youre in penticton, go.Have fun, play, be apart of …

  • johnny johnson

    We frequently visit this place And keep coming back for the amazing service. Feel good vibes everytime. The karaoke …

  • Mathieu MAILLOT

    A truly one-of-a-kind place. Quirky, surprising, unconventional, and wonderfully unpredictable, this is the kind of spot that could only exist thanks to its iconic owner, Martyn. …

  • Alysha Parker

    Had a fundraising event here. The owner set up the Tv, Mic and prepped food for us to host the private event. Was a great atmosphere to hold an event and the Yorkie Pizzas were not only fun and well priced but Tasty.

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