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Located in the heart of Downtown Halifax, The Lower Deck Tap Room is one of the most unique event spaces that provides a completely private floor in one of Halifax's oldest buildings. Formerly known as the Upper Deck, this venue offers high ceilings and historic charm, creating an excellent location to celebrate one of the most important days of your lives!

Facilities and capacity

The facilities found at this venue include a private dining space which can easily accommodate 70-80 guests. For a stand up reception, standing capacity for the space is 150-200 guests. Whether you are hosting a cocktail reception or a full 3-course sit down meal, this venue is the perfect backdrop for any celebration!

Services offered

The Lower Deck Tap Room offers the following services for your special day:

  • Set up (Chairs, Tables, and Linen)
  • Clean up
  • Private bar
  • Catering / Catering Supplies
  • Bartender / Servers
  • Linens
  • Glassware / Silverware
  • Music System
  • Event planner

Cuisine

Tap Room Catering has the experience of servicing small and large-scale events which include the Halifax International Busker Festival, the Great Big Picnic and more. Cuisine options include lunch/dinner buffets, hors d'oeuvres, desserts, plated meals, stations and tastings.

Other services

The Lower Deck Tap Room can also host other occasions which include:

  • Private Dinners
  • Graduations
  • Christmas Parties
  • Corporate Events
  • Birthdays
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Frequently asked questions

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

30

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

2

Describe your venue:

Historic
Loft
Restaurant

Describe the style of your venue:

Classic
Coastal
Nautical
Rustic
Vintage
Waterfront

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony
Reception
Engagement party
Rehearsal dinner

What event services do you offer?

Catering / bar
Clean up
Event planning
Set up

What catering services do you offer?

Buffet
Cocktail reception
Dessert
Hors d'oeuvres
Outside cake
Plated
Server(s)
Stations
Tastings

What bar services do you provide?

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

What event items are available?

Dance floor
Furniture
Chairs
Tables

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware
Flatware
Glassware
Linens

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

No

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

$1

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

$1

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?

$500

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

$500

Which of the following are included in starting site fee?

Set up
Clean up
Event planning
Chairs
Tables
Linens
Flatware
Glassware

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

$45

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

$40

What is the average catering price per person for stations?

$35

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

$30

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

Server(s)

What is the starting price per person for bar service?

$30

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

House beer
Specialty beer
House wine
Specialty wine
House liquor
Premium liquor
Signature drink
Bartenders

Reviews for The Lower Deck Tap Room

Tony
Tony Sent on 10/07/2020
5 out of 5 rating

location good you we will come back

Beautiful location The food is amazing just not the food the place gorgeous
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Celeste Sent on 16/03/2025
1.8 out of 5 rating

Good vibes, bad staff

Great vibes on Sunday night! One complaint would be that the staff lack professionalism.
Bianca
Bianca Sent on 13/03/2024
5 out of 5 rating

We loved this venue!

I can't be happier than I am about this venue. Everything was perfect. Nice atmosphere and the staff made our day run smoothly. Everybody raved about the food!
Trevor
Trevor Sent on 02/10/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Perfect wedding venue

We had our reception at Lower Deck after a quick ceremony at Citadel Hill. Laura (and before her, Larissa) were amazing coordinators and made sure everything went smoothly. All of the servers and bartenders were friendly and efficient, too. We would definitely recommend this venue for a wedding. Bonus points for being very queer-friendly :)
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Jayla Sent on 01/08/2021
1.8 out of 5 rating

i am extremely underwhelmed and disappointed

Showed up 4 hours before the band started playing and was assured that we would be sat first once the other section was open. once 6:00 hit, other tables were sat but we were ignored. 25+ other persons were sat before we were offered a seat and so me and my party were sat at the farthest spot. It is ridiculous that this place is so inconsistent. Half the staff know the rules and half know what is going on. I just wish that my group wasn’t punished because the wait staff couldn’t comprehend numbers.
C
Cory Sent on 22/07/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Wedding Cocktail Reception

The Lower Deck served as the perfect cocktail reception venue for our wedding day. The rustic esthetic was what we were looking for, and this was perfected by our decor vendor, One Day Affair, who added lighting, flowers, and more, giving it that extra cozy feel.

The food choices available ranged in variety so there was something for everyone. We were able to select two signature cocktails for our guests to enjoy which we felt was a cool personal touch. The bar staff were on the ball all night, serving drinks and food constantly; everyone was taken care of. For the music, we were able to connect our own laptop and control the tunes ourselves, allowing our master of ceremony to add their own personal touches to the playlist, stop/start for games, events, etc.

Last but certainly not least, the Lower Deck team was incredible. They were easy and accommodating to work with; Larissa and Laura were responsive, informative, and above all else super kind!

We would highly recommend this venue for a wedding reception, or even just a large celebration.



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Mary Sent on 09/07/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Personable, professional and involved.

Larissa and team and The Lower Deck made sure the wedding went smoothly, and helped me come up with the perfect menu and cocktail hour appies! Everyone commented on the food being hot and gourmet, and Larissa paid a lot of detail to the little things. The music at dinner, the seamless transition from events, and her kind demeanour helped a lot! We loved working with the Lower Deck and it was a wedding to remember. She made planning from afar alot easier. She even supported some last minute changes with the wildfires and we really appreciated her kindness around that. Larissa worked with all our other vendors too.
Amber-Lyne
Amber-Lyne Sent on 03/05/2023
5 out of 5 rating

The Perfect Maritime Location

When we were looking for venues, something that felt "Nova Scotian" was top of the list.
The Lower Deck exceeded the expectations.
Larissa was accommodating and extremely helpful. She answered every single question thoroughly and genuinely wanted to help.
We were able to deliver items earlier in the week and get in early to decorate thanks to Larissa.

The food was delicious. The portions were huge, the price reasonable and Larissa was able to accommodate every single request.

Her and the staff went above and beyond the entire day and made what could've been a stressful day a relaxing one.

The location is gorgeous, very little decor needed and Larissa is SO helpful. Our guests could not stop talking about the space, the staff and the food.
We loved every second.
Juli
Juli Sent on 17/01/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Couldn’t be happier

We could not be happier with our experience with the Lower Deck Taproom. Larissa was amazing - accommodating and easy to communicate with. The menu was extensive and had many options for all tastes. Staff were incredible and the price can’t be beat anywhere in Halifax. A true hidden gem - definitely consider the Taproom for a smaller intimate wedding!
60 guests - ceremony - cocktail hour - olated dinner - reception dance.
Kelly
Kelly Sent on 07/11/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Beautiful venue with really attentive staff

I'm one of those types of people where one thing goes wrong and everything spirals, so I was absolutely amazed by the team at The Lower Deck and their ability to jump in before I even realized I was getting upset. The backdrop I brought wasn't going to work for the venue and I just said forget it, pack it back up but Larissa swooped in and not only suggested a way we could hang the curtain from the ceiling but hopped up on the ladder and actually did the hanging.

I didn't expect the level of service we received, the appetizers were brought around to all of the guests rather than just set on the table, and one of the bar staff ran downstairs to get me a sugar free Monster when she didn't have any at the bar. I had just dyed my hair blue a few days before the wedding and the dye started running down my neck. The staff ran and got us baking soda and dish soap and let us use some lemons to clean it up before it ruined my dress.

All of the food was delicious and they set up the cake for us beautifully. The tables weren't exactly where I thought they'd be so I moved one group from first table to last table the morning of and they took that in perfect stride with no errors made. The day was perfect and I owe it all to the staff at The Lower Deck Tap Room, I highly recommend them on all metrics!
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1887 Upper Water Street B3J 1S9 Halifax (Nova Scotia)

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