Wow!!!!! Not sure what I can say....Wednesday night and the place was dead. I mean we were only 1 of two tables in there. We're were there with a group of friends that numbered about 16 of us. We order some apps (typical pub wings) that were OK and I ordered the steak. However, the waitress came back after a few mins to tell me there was no steak because other people in my group order the last steaks (BTW, no one ordered a steak in our group) so I have the stuffed chicken covered with a roasted red pepper sauce. It was bland, boring, lacked presentation and really not that great. Since this was a "Brew Pub" I was looking forward to some local beer. Well it turns out they only carry Labatts brand beer...no local beers, no foreign beers, pure and simple Labatts beer. If you are a simpleton and don't mind crappy beer, poor service and food that suck, this is absolutely the place for you. If you are above all that, then stay away and find a better place. Halifax has a lot of good food and beer to offer, you just won't find it her read more

The Lower Deck - Bars Near Me - Halifax, Nova Scotia

Love eating here. Great spot to go for a good meal in a great atmosphere. I defiantly recommend eating here. And the servers are always so nice. read more

Love the lower deck DT waterfront location, we have been there plenty of times and always have an awesome time. The Clayton Park location is close to our home so we have been going there more and more. Same awesome friendly staff... Fantastic bands... And great food... It can get busy on Friday and Saturday nights so if you want I a seat to watch the bands arrive before 9 pm. Sunday brunch is awesome, love the banana bread French toast. Keep doing what you do... read more

The lower deck is always a great time. we return very often the food is good and the service is friendly the matinee is a great way to spend an afternoon well into the evening for music and drinks and lots of laughs. the summer time they have a wicked patio to enjoy people watching and great drinks and fun. I met my man at the lower deck so it holds a special place in my heart, awwww corney I know. :) read more

I think mostly what you're paying for is the location and the atmosphere because we had 8 people and everyone's food was the shits. The service was inconsistent, we had more than one which was great but the attitude on one of the servers dampened our time...could have just been having a bad day though so I don't want to say the service was bad. The food was so bad that's why I'm giving it two stars. read more

Rude management. Amazing town, but junky horrid establishment, pass and go some where else. Tons of fun breweries, no need to waste your time here. I'm amazed by the flip-flop move the manager just made on me and my party. Were a group of 20! Wow! PASS on this place, Yelpers. Lame. Poor selection of beers too. read more

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Terrible service. It was my first time here & it was around 7pm for some dinner with a friend. A man came over to ask for our ID, & when I gave mine to him, he proceeded with a remark "I've seen this ID before" ...... .......... Wait... What?! I haven't even been here before & this guy has the nerve??? & why would he say that anyway? So, we ordered our iced teas & I wanted lemon on the side to squeeze in. He tells me it's already lemon flavoured; he brings us empty cups with Nestlè bottles of iced tea. I'm already wanting to put this dinner in reverse! ... Next thing he tells us to pay upfront for the drinks or leave our credit cards for a tab. Wtf. Can I pay with debit? No, apparently u can't pay for drinks with a debit. Only cash/credit. 1. Terrible service 2. Arrogant servers 3. Unnecessary comments 4. Over-priced food 5. Never again read more

The service is always top notch. The staff are very friendly and efficient. Have great value for your money.

Came here late night for some drinks. The building is really cool and historic. It was really crowded downstairs, but we went to the upstairs bar and found seats and had a good amount of space. There's also an outdoor area if you're so inclined. They had live music playing and a good crowd. That, paired with good music playing upstairs and good drinks made for a fun night. I'd come back here if I were in the area - in my opinion, the little details in this historic building are what makes it really special. read more

I went to the Lower Deck the other day, and will never go again. The staff, from the bouncers to the bartenders to the waitresses, were the worst I have ever experienced. This place is evidently somewhere to go if you want to be falling down drunk (which I did not), and because of that, everyone treats you like you are already an unruly burden to them. First, the bouncer was short tempered and hostile at the door. We went in, paid our cover, and asked two different staff members (including another bouncer) if we went outside to smoke, could we come right back in right away because our hand was stamped. They both said yes. We went out, and when we tried to get back in from the POURING rain, the bouncer immediately started screaming at us to get back in line. When we showed him our stamps, and tried to explain that we were told we could come back in, he just started yelling over and over 'I don't care! get in line!' gesturing at us to get away from him! So, as customers who had already waited in line in the rain, and paid our cover, we had to stand in line again and get soaked. It also was not busy at this time, so it couldn't have been an occupancy thing, and even if it was there is absolutely no excuse to talk to paying customers like that. Or any human being, for that matter. From then on it was a disaster. Unfriendly bartenders who would barely even make eye contact when they served you, waitresses who wouldn't come back to take more orders because she didn't want the extra work, and more bouncers barking orders at you about not taking certain staircases and how our chairs were in the way. Again, all reasonable things to ask of your patrons; not reasonable to shout commands at them like they are dogs. And then there is the crowd. Drunk off their asses, falling over, spilling beer on you, grinding so hard they hip check you about a foot. The floors and table were sticky, and the whole place smelled bad. Drink and food were also extremely overpriced. Never again. read more

Enjoyed our Thursday night playing trivia at The Lower Deck. It was a fundraiser for Heart and Stroke. I appreciate a business that assists local charities reach fundraising goals. If you're visiting Halifax, this is where you can enjoy a true Maritime experience. Be sure to view their entertainment schedule. The atmosphere is great, the food is good and the beer is cold. Looking forward to the patio reopening come summer. But, I'm sure we'll see you before then. read more

Walked up to have dinner and the patio seating area was empty except for 2 tables. I went to walk in, and they informed me I had to pay $9 cover charge. I explained I only wanted a quick dinner, and they again told me I had to pay $9 cover ...to eat dinner? I don't think so. Charging cover to have dinner when all of your tables are completely empty...silly. Walked next door and spent $80 for on dinner and drinks. Good call Lower Deck! lol read more

The Lower Deck - Empty patio and charging $9 cover to eat dinner? Go somewhere else. - Bars Near Me - Halifax, Nova Scotia

The go-to place for live music, drinks, and food on the Halifax Waterfront! The ambiance of this historic building combined with the energy of the patrons and bands playing make for a true maritime experience. On beautiful summer days, the patio is the best spot to be on the waterfront. Sociable! read more

It is what it is. Half assed service, small drink selection, crappy food. But great entertainment and a good time. Also it's not on the clean side so be prepared. I do think during non music hours that the food in the middle deck is not half bad. But honestly, this is only my go to for Signal Hill and after I'm a few drinks in. read more

Awful service with the drinks waiter and food being different, neither knew what was happening. Food took well over an hour and was not very good (fish a d chips and burger) had to leave credit card to get a drink and pay separate from food. Argh super disappointed would not go back may be good for drinks at night otherwise avoid read more

Lower Deck is an institution in Halifax. Overall food was okay but nothing exceptional. Had a lower deck burger that was surprisingly bland. Fish tacos were good though, according to my partner. So, average rating for an average meal. read more

The Lower Deck is one of those places that I never want to go to, because I think it's pretty touristy, but once I'm there I always end up having a good time. Booze may be responsible for that, but the place is usually full of people who are singing and getting trashed, and that's a pretty infectious mood. Whether you end up mocking the trashy house band (Hellooooo, soul patches!), getting your grind on (eww) upstairs, or defending your virtue from that huge drunk with the missing teeth, The Lower Deck has lots of exciting experiences on offer. Bartenders here have always been rllll nice, and I've only had a couple beers spilled on me by strangers. It's loud, but no one's complaining. read more

I love the staff here. They are good at their jobs and putting customers first. I will be going back for sure. They have cheap drinks and good food. So why the hell not. read more

Live music on Friday and Saturday nights the service was great I really like the old building the food was your average pub food my fiance and I Both had the burger read more

Five adults and one child drove up from New Brunswick. We found the service great! We sat for less than three minutes before a waitress came buy and within 15 minutes, we all had our meal. Steak , fish, macroni, and nachos were what we all ordered. All I can say was YUM! We will defiantly come back again. Great staff and friendly as well. read more

Good food and good service. The entertainment was fun...maybe not quite so loud would be nice. Made an enjoyable night out. Thank you!

Classic, well known bar on the waterfront. Good fish and chips, good beer and great music. Service was slow and they have a weird habit of taking drink and food orders separately. Very annoying and confused a lot of tourists around us. But...classic Halifax and well worth the visit. read more

This is our favorite place to eat. You get it all - delicious food, lovely entertainment, sit outside and watch the people on the waterfront - it is the place to be in Halifax during the summer. My hubby is in love with their Pulled Pork Burger and can not get enough! Myself, I have probably tired everything on the menu and found it all wonderful. read more

Very disappointing. Staff was beyond rude - we waited and waited and finally had to ask to order. Never given flatware or napkins - even when food arrived and we requested. Finally picked with our fingers because none to be found anywhere and we had a show to get to. We felt like we had intruded on them. We're so used to unbelievable Canadian friendliness when when we visit - found none here. read more

Great music, great atmosphere. The beer tastes better here than anywhere in Halifax. Definitely a place to check out.

This pub used to be my 2nd home in my 20s on the average Saturday night. I had a very weird bond with the place mentally...lol. Now in my late 30s, and having moved away from Halifax and back again, I have only been here once recently, on a gorgeous Friday afternoon in July with a group of friends. The service is still about the same/average as it's always been. The atmosphere never changes. We sat on the patio and got the last two tables available, and pushed them together. Considering how packed the place was, service was still prompt enough. The server took our drink orders and filled them within 5 mins from the outdoor bar (smart to have that there). Food wasn't too long a wait either actually, considering all seven of us had full meals. My veggie burger (12.99 special blend patty made from scratch, topped with jalapeno havarti cheese, caramelized onions, lettuce, tomato, garlic basil yogurt sauce) was very good and big. Quite soft, but not the messiest fresh patty I've ever eaten. I was painfully full afterwards from it, with side potato wedges. The others in my group enjoyed their fish & chips, clam chowder and burgers. I know I will be back here in the future, whether to eat, drink or both...if you are the type of person that just wants a relaxing afternoon in the sun, stop by the patio on a weekday afternoon. If you want a party, come by around 9 or later at night. :) read more

The Lower Deck - giant veggie burger - Bars Near Me - Halifax, Nova Scotia

Great patio. Good place to have a beer and relax on the patio. Grab some pub food the prices are average in this touristic area of town.

Came here on a Saturday for some drinks. The first floor was a sardine can and had no room to enjoy the live music. Went up to the second floor to find a dance floor and had lots of room to sit. The bar clearly hadn't been cleaned properly in decades. The tables were sticky and I could barely see out the filthy windows. All in all, its an OK place to drink and enjoy music or dance if you don't mind being in a dive. I feel there are better places to enjoy a brew in Halifax. read more

Went for drinks & music after dinner. Great people, band was rocking, mixed ages in crowd, a must see/visit if your in Halifax.

Great bartenders. Greasy food. Not a fan of the food but it would probably be a great place to have a group for drinks. The service was really good! read more

Dropped by for some beers and live music. The band was pretty good, did some amazing covers. Beers were decently priced. Patrons were older and mainly tourists, with some locals mixed in there. read more

We had numerous recommendations to go here for night life. It was just 'ok'. The main floor was local music and bench style seating. Lots of friendly ppl and a big range of age groups. The music was done at midnight and a huge contingency of ppl moved upstairs for the dance music. Some recent tunes mixed with some 90s classics. It was a pretty sloppy crowd (nothing like hearing the person next to you in the bathroom heaving). We stayed until close though despite it being a bit of a dive. Last call is 2am and they literally turn the music off mid song and kick you out. Also be prepared to be constantly hounded by men here if your a female. They were all harmless but it was a revolving door of wanna be gropers. Didn't regret going here as some fun was had but don't think I'd ever go again. read more

I give it 4 stars based on feel. It might seem sticky or grimey, but it sure is cozy! I prefer the outside as its less hectic and more relax. But definitely one of my fav spots downtown. read more

Middle Deck (above Lr. Deck), is filthy dirty, low grade food, and same cook and Lr. Deck downstairs I was told by the waitress..gross low grade food, waste of money, go elsewhere!! read more

I Love the 1st floor of the lower deck, the big worn wooden tables and benches, this is the quintessential maritime pub. Always the hot spot for live entertainment just drop by on a Saturday afternoon. Excellent pub food can be expected along with the same service. One of my fav spot in Halifax. read more

The first time i came here was in 2009 when i was visiting Halifax to check Dalhousie out for school. And i was hooked! The night we went for dinner i remember they had a blueberry desert my mom and i shared which was great! And i think i had some kind of club sandwich. Also good. I was also made fun of by the singer there that night that i may have been underage, i was the only young person there that night (I was 19 BTW). Good times :P That was about the last time i ate there. After that went there for the beer and of course the MUSIC. The band that plays there, usually Signal Hill on Sundays is fantastic! Gets the crowd going with classic songs and their great personality :) However it is always a challenge to actually get into the place. Always crowded with young people. So when you get in, definitely cherish it! read more

Love the fish and chips!!! To eat outside with a cold beer and their great food is heaven!! Whenever I eat there I am really glad to call myself a Nova Scotian! read more

Went down here last night for the labour day party. Probably had to be the best time I've ever had, very busy but it was amazing. Drinks were fairly expensive but the crowd was great and music was amazing! read more

Stopped in here on an early Sunday evening for a bite to eat. Live entertainment was great to listen to but too loud to have a conversation with anyone next to you. I had a grilled chicken club with fries. It was good food but nothing special. Just your typical tavern type food with no real complaints. read more

Good time with the band and great service until the end of the night (approx 1220) on Thursday. Then one waiter proceeded to try to grab our full drinks (which we wouldn't let him take) and then tell us that we need to "drink them fast" (because we'd already paid for them). Yeah, thanks. Really professional. I've been in the service industry for many years and I would never tell a customer to hurry up and get out so I could go home. Well, I probably won't go back any time soon just because of the souring of this experience. Thanks for the few hours I DID enjoy though... read more