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On WeddingWire since 2016

Last update: November 2025

In the heart of Gastown, in Vancouver, British Columbia, lies historic Gaoler's Mews; now home to L'Abattoir's Private Dining Room, a wedding and event venue. Separate from the restaurant and accessed by a courtyard, the lovingly preserved, original brick-and-beam private building exudes warmth and charm while sleek glass and steel finishings give the space a contemporary, sophisticated ambiance. Upon entering through the main floor open kitchen, the sounds and smells created by our team of talented chefs generate a behind-the-scenes atmosphere of anticipation, impressing passing guests en route to the second-floor private dining space.

Upstairs is awash with natural light by day and illuminated by barbed wire chandeliers come nightfall. The six hundred square foot space can be left open or, depending on the size and style of your event, divided by noise-reducing wooden walls. For a more intimate engagement, each side has its own private entrance and seats up to twenty-four guests; the open space can accommodate a maximum of fifty seated guests or a standing reception of up to seventy guests. A gathering in L'Abattoir's Private Dining Room is a carefully orchestrated yet seemingly effortless affair. Refined, indulgent, memorable.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the minimum number of guests required to book your venue?

1

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

1-2

Describe your venue:

Restaurant

Describe the style of your venue:

City
Classic
Modern

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony
Reception
Bridal shower
Engagement party
Rehearsal dinner

What event services do you offer?

Catering / bar
Clean up
Event planning
Event rentals
Lighting / sound
Outside vendors
Set up

What catering services do you offer?

Cocktail reception
Dessert
Family style
Hors d'oeuvres
Outside cake
Plated
Server(s)

What bar services do you provide?

Bartender(s)
Cash bar
Champagne toast
House beer
House wine
House liquor
Limited bar
Liquor license
Open bar
Premium liquor
Signature drink
Specialty beer
Specialty wine

What event items are available?

Audio equipment
Furniture
Lighting
Chairs
Tables

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware
China
Flatware
Glassware
Linens

What transportation and access is available?

Parking

Do you have a site fee for wedding receptions at your venue?

Yes

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during peak season?

$2,500

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during off-peak season?

$2,500

Do you have a site fee for wedding ceremonies at your venue?

Yes

What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during peak season?

$2,500

What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during off-peak season?

$2,500

Which of the following are included in starting site fee?

Set up
Clean up
Event planning
Chairs
Tables
China
Flatware
Glassware
Lighting/sound

What is the average catering price per person for plated service?

$105

What is the average catering price per person for hors d'oeurves?

$90

Which of the following are included in the cost of wedding catering?

Server(s)
Dessert

What is the starting price per person for bar service?

$10

Which of the following are included in the starting price for bar service?

Limited bar
Open bar
House beer
Specialty beer
House wine
Specialty wine
Champagne toast
House liquor
Premium liquor
Signature drink
Bartenders
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Reviews for L’Abattoir

Brittany
Brittany Sent on 24/05/2023
5 out of 5 rating

A wonderful wedding experience

Lainey and the rest of the team at L'Abattoir went above and beyond for our wedding. We held our ceremony and reception there in May 2023 and everything was just perfect. From the day we viewed the venue, until we left the reception, the staff treated us with a professionalism and kindness that went above and beyond. Not only did they help us organize our day, but they were just as excited for us to walk down the aisle as we were. Our guests raved about the space, and several mentioned that it was the best meal they've ever had. I would recommend them to anyone looking for an intimate wedding.
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Yarden Sent on 04/08/2026
5 out of 5 rating

The Best Food, Atmosphere and Service

The team at L’Abattoir deserves a standing ovation. From booking the venue and helping us plan the evening’s schedule to wrapping everything up at the end of the night, the entire process was seamless. They were incredibly accommodating, flexible, and a pleasure to work with every step of the way.

The food was exceptional, as always. If you’re looking for a beautiful, fully equipped venue with outstanding service for your next event, I can’t recommend L’Abattoir highly enough. They made our wedding night one to definitely remember.
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Andy Sent on 31/07/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Every guest loved the venue!

The L’Abattoir team was professional from start to finish. Their communication was prompt, and they were always willing to accommodate our requests while offering thoughtful recommendations to make our wedding even better.

It was the perfect venue for our small wedding. Every single guest complimented both the beautiful space and the incredible food. We initially had some concerns that the venue might feel too small since we weren’t able to visit it in person beforehand, but those worries disappeared the moment we arrived. The space was absolutely perfect for our celebration.

We couldn’t be happier with our experience. Every dollar was well spent, and we highly recommend L’Abattoir to anyone looking for an intimate wedding venue.

Special Thanks to Lainey, Tasha and Hamid for making all this happen!
Jessie
Jessie Sent on 19/07/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Gorgeous, modern and warm venue in the heart of Gastown

We had a wonderful experience hosting our cozy 46 people wedding reception at L'Abbatoir's Private Dining Room. The dining room is in a separate building behind the restaurant itself. Downstairs is the kitchen and upstairs is the dining area. The dining room has a gorgeous mix of old style brick and modern glass and lighting. The courtyard just outside gave us a warm and elegant backdrop for couple photos and with our guests.

In the months leading up to the big day, we were supported by their event team coordinator, Lainey, who was incredibly professional and organized and provided valuable feedback to help our timeline. She handled all of my ideas and updates with ease, making the process of planning the wedding so much easier on me. Peter, the head sommelier, who guided our initial site visit and subsequent "trial" dinner was warm and friendly and provided recommendations that ultimately led to our final wine selection that we loved. The venue staff on the day of were accommodating and kind, helping us store items from our pre-reception event and even delivering canapes for key wedding party members who were too busy running around during cocktail hour to eat.

The food was absolutely delicious and was one of the biggest reasons we decided to host our reception here. We loved that guests were able to select their options for each course on the day of, as that reduced the amount of RSVP handling we had to do. We're so happy we held our wedding at L'Abbatoir and would happily come back for dinner again soon.
Rorie
Rorie Sent on 07/07/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Wedding Reception!

We held our wedding dinner/reception at L'Abbatoir, and it exceeded every expectation. The food was amazing & beautifully presented. The service was warm, attentive, and seamless from start to finish, making everyone feel well taken care of. The team (Lainey, Hamid and Tasha) was also incredibly responsive throughout the planning process & event, making everything easy and stress-free. We couldn't have asked for a better experience and highly recommend L'Abbatoir for any special occasion!
John
John Sent on 23/06/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Perfect wedding venue

We truly could not have asked for a better experience from start to finish. From the very beginning of the planning process, Lainey was amazing to work with. She was responsive, organized, and always willing to answer questions. Tasha was equally incredible, providing exceptional support during both our rehearsal and wedding day. Her professionalism, calm presence, friendliness, and attention to detail made everything feel effortless and allowed us to fully enjoy every moment. Their flexibility, care, and commitment to creating a truly memorable experience did not go unnoticed.

The food and beverages were absolutely outstanding. We received countless compliments from our guests, many of whom commented on how exceptional every course was. The quality, presentation, and service exceeded all expectations. The serving staff were warm, attentive, and genuinely kind, making every guest feel welcomed, comfortable, and well cared for throughout the celebration.

We feel incredibly grateful and blessed to have celebrated our wedding there. The team's dedication, hospitality, and attention to every detail made our day unforgettable. A heartfelt thank you to the entire team at L’Abattoir for helping create memories that we will cherish for a lifetime.
Hannah
Hannah Sent on 05/05/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Nothing but good things to say!

We hosted an intimate family ceremony and celebratory dinner afterwards in the private dining room for our wedding. Truly nothing but good things to say about our experience, from proactive communication, thoughtful support planning, flexibility with our desired plans, immaculate service and food for dinner and a 0 stress day of thanks to Lainey and the execution team’s support. A dream of a day! Thank you thank you thank you!
J
J Myers Sent on 15/12/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing venue for a small wedding!

This is a phenomenal venue for a small wedding in Vancouver. They’ve clearly hosted lots of very involved weddings, and it was clear from the many positive reviewed that they were up to the task for pretty much anything. But we were looking for a low-key and low-stress ceremony + dinner with a small group of friends and family, without a lot of the other typical wedding ‘stuff’ - and they executed that flawlessly for us.

The entire experience planning experience was made fun and easy by the team. They were always quick to answer our emails and answer any questions, and provided loads of helpful suggestions. The venue is beautiful on its own, and required very little decoration on our part, so setup and takedown was a breeze. We also found the minimum spend/costs very competitive compared to other venues we looked at, and felt like we got a luxury experience on a very reasonable budget.

The dining room was the perfect size for our small group (about 25 people) - we had lots of space for mingling during cocktails before/after the ceremony, and for dancing after dinner while our friends did a DJ set. All our guests raved about the food, which was ample for everyone including those with lots of dietary restrictions. The wine and cocktails were also excellent! The service staff were organized and super on top of things, and our day-of coordinator kept things running smoothly the whole time. If there were any hiccups, we had no idea - we were just able to enjoy ourselves.

We are thoroughly delighted by our entire experience, and cannot thank the staff enough - it was fabulous!
N
Natalie Sent on 08/12/2025
5 out of 5 rating

The Perfect Wedding Venue

If you’re planning an intimate wedding, this is the place to be! From the very beginning, communicating with Lainey was effortless. She was incredibly kind, knowledgeable, and patient—answering every question we had with ease.

From there, everything felt like a piece of cake. Any time something came up, Lainey was right there with a quick, clear answer. Their communication is top-tier; deadlines were always clear, and I never once had to stress. I genuinely enjoyed planning my wedding here because they made the entire process so seamless.

On the wedding night, Sarah was our lead and she was outstanding. The entire team, including the bartenders, were attentive, professional, and genuinely wonderful to work with.

And the food… WOW. Truly unforgettable. Our guests were blown away and are still talking about it.

Thank you, L’Abattoir and team, for making our wedding absolutely perfect!!
Ava
Ava Sent on 20/10/2025
5 out of 5 rating

The Perfect Venue for a Cozy Celebration!

We booked the private dining room for our small and intimate wedding, and our experience was nothing short of flawless. From planning to the big day itself, the staff’s professionalism, warmth, and attention to detail were exceptional. They made us feel completely at ease and handled every request and last-minute change with grace.

The food was absolutely incredible, and the ambiance was perfect for a cozy celebration. We received so many compliments from our guests on the outstanding service and beautiful setting. Everything felt effortless and completely stress-free.

If you're a couple looking to host a small and intimate wedding, we highly recommend this venue. It was everything we hoped for and more.
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Meet the team

Lainey  Cuff
Lainey Cuff
Director of Sales

Lainey is a wealth of knowledge when it comes to hospitality and events and has been applying her expertise to L’Abattoir’s Private Dining Room since 2015.

After finishing her Tourism and Hospitality education in the lower mainland, Lainey spent much of her early career in the Okanagan working at Mission Hill Family Estate as their Food and Beverage Coordinator. She spent her time learning all about the local wine industry alongside planning events from large corporate gatherings and concerts to intricate multi-course winery dinners.

Her passion for hospitality brought her back to Vancouver where she joined the opening team at Boulevard Kitchen and Oyster Bar. While refining her skills further and sharpening her international wine knowledge, she also helped set the high level of service that guests continue to enjoy today.

When Lainey joined the team at L’Abattoir, she brought her high standards and trained her private dining team to match the level of service that L’Abattoir guests had come to expect at one of the top restaurants in the country. She’s been integral in creating a private dining experience in Vancouver that is second to none.

After training her service team, Lainey moved into the Director of Sales role where she can be found today. She is meticulous in covering every detail to ensure an unforgettable experience is enjoyed by every guest.

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217 Carrall St V6B 2J2 Vancouver (British Columbia)
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