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Last update: May 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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Cj Vindigni Sent on 05/06/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Perfect venue for an intimate wedding

We held both our wedding ceremony and reception at L’Abattoir, and it was the best decision we could have made.

From the very beginning, the Events team was incredibly attentive, responsive, and genuinely invested in making our day unforgettable. Everything was executed to perfection and the team handled the flow of the day seamlessly.

If you’re looking for a wedding venue with exceptional service, stunning ambiance, and incredible food, look no further.
R
Ronald Sent on 10/02/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Best place you can get married in Vancouver

This place is amazing. The staff are amazing. The food was amazing. The venue is absolutely amazing. I couldn't be any happier with the way everything went. They're very accommodating of all my needs. Anything I needed? They were willing to help me the whole way through the process. And they take care of everything for you.The food was some of the best food I've ever had in my life.We couldn't be any happier.And I would recommend this place to everyone who's looking to get married.Because there's no better more affordable place to get married anywhere in british columbia
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Jessica Sent on 14/11/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Fantastic wedding reception experience

We had the most wonderful experience from start to finish. Lainey was extremely helpful with coordinating our special day. The space was beautiful and the service was fantastic. We got such amazing feedback from our guests as well.
Megan
Megan Sent on 29/10/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Perfect Night!

Where do I even start... Everything about L'Abattoir was exceptional. Communication during the planning phase was excellent, Lainey was so great and easy to work with. Tasha handled our rehearsal and was just great to work with. She explained how the evening would play out, gave us pointers to help make our ceremony even better. Emma was there on our wedding day and was so awesome to deal with. She made sure all guest were well looked after and helped our day go according to plan. THE FOOD!!! Not enough good things to say about the food. All of our guests loved it which made us so happy. This venue allowed us to live out our intimate wedding dreams consisting of love, family, and good food. An excellent experience from start to finish.
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Ailsa Sent on 28/10/2024
5 out of 5 rating

The perfect city wedding venue

We had our small, October wedding ceremony and reception at L'abattoir and the whole experience was seamless and beautiful! We booked the venue about 9 months prior to our wedding and from our first walk through before booking, the team was supportive, professional, and communicative. Specifically, Lainey, Tasha, and Emma were awesome to work with! All of our guests are still raving about the atmosphere, food, and service! This is the perfect venue for anyone looking for a city venue with amazing food and wine. Thank you again, Lainey, Tasha, and Emma!
K
Kira Sent on 03/10/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Perfect Wedding Day

I can't recommend this venue enough. From the moment we booked over a year in advance, Lainey was incredibly professional, responsive and helpful. When our ceremony plans changed, they accommodated us with no trouble. everything was made so easy by the team's expertise. They even were able to accommodate one of our guest's extremely limiting dietary restrictions with no trouble. On the day of, Emma lead an incredible team to make our day perfect. The food was fantastic and the service was unmatched. Our guests raved about how beautiful the venue was, and how much they enjoyed the food. Our guests said they had never been taken care of better. 10/10 recommend!
Laura
Laura Sent on 23/09/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing food & a seamless planning experience

We had an outstanding experience at L'Abattoir and would recommend it to any couple for their intimate wedding experience. The entire planning process was so smooth that we felt extremely confident and prepared going into our special day. We really appreciated that they were even able to setup our minimal decor for us. On the day of, the staff were extremely friendly, professional and provided a very personalized experience for our guests, ensuring that their glasses were always full. We would be remiss not to mention the food, it was a meal to remember and we loved with family style getting to try so much.
Alessandra
Alessandra Sent on 09/09/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Best night ever !

We just had our ceremony and reception at L’abattoir , it was the most magical night . The team was amazing to deal with and made us feel so comfortable. The detail to service was so great and the food was so delicious. Lainey and Emma are amazing to deal with and really make you feel special throughout everything. Our family loved it so much. We can’t thank the team enough for making our day so perfect
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Megan Sent on 11/08/2024
4.6 out of 5 rating

Good and bad

I will start on positive. We have been planning our wedding for 2 years, and the event team was spectacular! Communication was perfect, and I definitely reached out way too often. They were extremely accommodating. Also, Yang was so great on our big day. It went really smooth.

The only two things I was somewhat disappointed about, is the fact than the food was all ice cold. I had reached out to eveyone regarding their experience, and unfortunately this was the main issue. I understand it is a challenge to serve 37 guests, so it cannot be perfect, but I would have rather they come out as ready as opposed to all together and cold. We were also informed the banana cake was very dry. I also did get a few comments from 2 guests that the other server was taking away unfinished drinks, and dessert plates, ad they were still being consumed.

The steak tar tar was amazing, as well as the crab cake! Overall I would still recommend, but it was disappointing as we were hoping the food would be the highlight .

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L’Abattoir Real Weddings

Megan & Cole
45 Photos · 26/Oct/2024
Richelle & Arash
72 Photos · 06/Aug/2023
Dawn & Dyllan
173 Photos · 22/Oct/2021
Margarita & Gabriel
85 Photos · 18/Feb/2017

Meet the team

Lainey  Cuff
Lainey Cuff
Sales and Events Manager

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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