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MAKU is a Japanese-inspired fast-casual restaurant located just a one-minute walk from Okanagan Lake in Penticton, BC. We focus on offering casual, healthy meals that fit the Okanagan lifestyle, along with a wide range of gluten-free and vegan options so that more people can enjoy our food.
We also have a dog-friendly patio, where guests can enjoy their meals with their pets.
In April 2023, we purchased KOYA Penticton, and it has been independently owned and operated by us since then. In the summer of 2024, we launched our seasonal food trailer, MAKU.
The name “MAKU” comes from the Japanese kanji character “幕,” symbolizing the beginning of a new chapter. With this concept in mind, we rebranded the restaurant as “MAKU” in November 2025 to better reflect our vision.
The kanji character “創” in our logo represents “creation,” expressing our goal of blending traditional Japanese food culture with modern ideas to create something new.
We aim to be a place where people can easily stop by and return to again and again — a welcoming neighborhood spot where everyone feels at home.
One of our key features is our homemade gluten-free sauces. We make many of our sauces ourselves, focusing on consistency in both quality and flavor.
Our homemade sauces include teriyaki sauce, poke sauces (white, black, and spicy), vegan sesame dressing, spicy mayo, and ramen spicy paste. All of these are gluten-free and made from our original recipes.
“Although it requires more time and effort, we believe that making our sauces ourselves allows us to offer something unique while maintaining consistent quality and flavor.”
“We believe that the balance of speed, quality, and a diverse menu is what defines MAKU.”
We receive many inquiries about purchasing our homemade sauces. However, to maintain freshness and quality, we currently offer them only in single-use portions available in-store.
We invite you to enjoy the freshly made flavors at our restaurant.
We are deeply grateful for the support of our community and everyone who walks through our doors.
We look forward to continuing to serve and share our food with you.
Our menu is based on Japanese comfort food with modern touches adapted to the local lifestyle.
Our sushi burritos are one of our signature items, combining traditional Japanese flavors with a modern approach using fresh ingredients and our homemade sauces.
Our homemade gluten-free karaage is also very popular among local customers. It is marinated in our original sauce and fried to achieve a crispy outside and juicy inside.
JAPANESE SOUL FUSION
There have been many cases of people not coming to pick up their orders due to a misunderstanding with a store which has a similar name. If you are making a pre-order to pick up at a future date, or if the total amount is over $100, you will need to pay in advance either online or at the store.
Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.
Minimum amount for gift cards is $20. Online gift cards will be sent by e-mail, enter recipient’s details in the appropriate fields. Use the provided QR code in store to redeem at your convenience.
We’re excited to be there from May 16 to September 5.
We look forward to seeing you!
We also accept pickup orders for large groups. Please order in advance by e-mail or our online page. If your party is over 20 people, please contact us at least 1 week in advance. We can arrange your group lunch order. If you have any questions, please contact us by e-mail or phone.
We look forward to welcoming everyone.
