Concept design of BNA Brewing Co. on Kalamalka Lake Road in Vernon in former Finning building. (Courtesy of Nixon Hospitality)

By Pete McIntyre

'unique spot'

New Vernon restaurant to open on former industrial site

Jun 1, 2024 | 8:00 AM

A Kelowna-based company will be opening a new restaurant in Vernon later this year.

Nixon Hospitality, which is operated by Kyle and Carolyn Nixon, has announced BNA Brewing Co. & Eatery, will be located in the former Finning industrial building on Kalamalka Lake Road.

Kyle Nixon said the location near the end of the Okanagan Rail Trail, provides the perfect canvas and character to bring their vision to life.

“We are so excited to bring BNA to Vernon. For us, its starts with a great space, and we are very fortunate to have been provided an opportunity to build out a unique spot here in Vernon,” Nixon said.

The Nixons have operated BNA Brewing Co. in Kelowna for the last nine years.

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“We love the two levels and the industrial roots of this [Vernon] building as it provides a completely-different-yet-somehow-familiar feel and experience to the brick and timber we have in Kelowna,” Carolyn Nixon remarked.

BNA’s Vernon location will feature boutique 10-pin bowling lanes plus family-friendly “duckpin” bowling lanes. A retro-inspired arcade and outdoor bocce court will also be available for guests to enjoy.

Former Finning building on Kalamalka Lake Road is being turned into a restaurant with a bowling alley. (submitted photo)

The Nixon’s says BNA’s success can be attributed to their offering of genuine hospitality – providing a comfortable gathering place with creative food and beverage menus, in addition to an on-site craft brewery and large eatery,

Kyle, a former Vernon Vipers hockey player, is looking forward to spending more time in the city again.

“I have fond memories of this place and made great friends in Vernon. The people have already been so supportive of BNA, so we can’t wait to bring what we do to town and hopefully make an impact in a positive way.”

Kyle and Carolyn Nixon in former Finning building that will become restaurant in Vernon. (submitted photo)

BNA Brewing Co. is scheduled to open in Vernon in the fall of this year.

Nixon Hospitality also owns and operates Skinny Duke’s Glorious Emporium, Bernie’s, The Bohemian Café, Snowshoe Sam’s at Big White, Del’s Super Cool Wine Spritzer and Public Liquor.