Brass Fish Tavern

A wedding reception at Brass Fish Tavern is a celebration inside one of Vancouver's most recognizable landmarks, the art deco Marine Building in the Financial District.

The tavern pairs a grand setting with a down to earth spirit, with a stylish parlour room, a modern pub menu of classic and contemporary dishes, and a bar program that includes more than 250 whiskies, one of the largest collections in the city.

It suits couples looking for something less traditional. The room mixes high and low seating, with space for 100 guests at a seated dinner or 200 at a standing reception.

Above the main floor, the private mezzanine looks down over the party and works beautifully as a lounge for the wedding party, a cocktail corner or a quiet spot for a last touch up.

The catering team builds a custom food and drink menu around each couple, with care for dietary needs, and offers a complimentary tasting once the date and deposit are in place. Printed menus can be arranged.

For dancing, there is a built in DJ booth, a microphone, 14 screens and speakers on both levels, and the team can book local entertainers. An on site manager, bartenders and servers look after the event, and the bar is licensed until 1 a.m.

For couples who picture a spirited reception with good music, great whisky and friends filling a historic room, Brass Fish Tavern offers a wedding party that feels relaxed, unconventional and full of character.