The Courtyard Restaurant houses three dining rooms on two levels, with a 60-seat patio in the warmer months. Built entirely of locally quarried limestone in 1837, each room features contemporary black and white photographs of arches and courtyards from around the world on the old stone walls. All of our beautiful dining rooms can also be reserved for private parties. From our white linen tablecloths and fine English china to our heritage atmosphere and friendly staff, the Courtyard's warmth, charm and elegance is sure to impress.

The McArthur Room
The Courtyard's largest room, our McArthur Room is located on the 2nd floor. With its 25 foot ceiling, old wooden beams and stone walls it is also the perfect setting for your business or social event of 50 or more guests. The room is entirely carpeted, with a beautiful iron sculpture covering one wall and three deep-set windows overlooking the Byward Market.

Capacity	50-125
Sit Down	50-80
U-Shape	55
Hollow Square	35
Theatre	80
Reception	125

McArthur Room Floor Plan
McArthur Room Floor Plan for 80 Guests
McArthur Room Floor Plan for Wedding Ceremony

The Loft Room
Our Loft Room features a contemporary gas fireplace, beautiful iron sculpture adorning one wall, and three windows overlooking the courtyard. Located on the 2nd floor adjoining the bar area, the Loft is ideal for smaller gatherings of 45 guests or less. A wonderful venue for receptions and cocktail parties with the addition of the Bar Area, the Loft has also been the site of many beautiful wedding ceremonies

Capacity	20-85
Sit Down	45
U-Shape	35
Hollow Square	28
Theatre	48
Reception	65-85

Loft Room Floor Plan
Loft Room Floor Plan for 45 Guests
Loft Room Floor Plan for Wedding Ceremony

Bar Area Courtyard Restaurant

The Bar
The bar area joins the McArthur Room to the Loft Room. It features two windows that look directly on to our beautiful courtyard, and a gorgeous granite-topped bar. This area can be rented in combination with either 2nd floor room to create a private bar and reception space for your event.

Capacity	10-30
Sit Down	N/A
U-Shape	N/A
Hollow Square	N/A
Theatre	N/A
Reception	30

The Dawson Room
The Dawson Room is located on the main level, with four windows facing directly on to the courtyard. This private room is the perfect size for smaller functions such as wedding rehearsal dinners, business meetings, and VIP events.

Capacity	15-35
Sit Down	24
U-Shape	24
Hollow Square	16
Theatre	22
Reception	35

Dawson Room Floor Plan
Dawson Room Floor Plan for Wedding Ceremony

The Courtyard Patio
Our outdoor patio is renowned as one of the most beautiful spots in the city. Tucked away from the noise and bustle of the streets, our cobblestoned courtyard patio is open from May until September.

Capacity	60
Sit Down	60
U-Shape	N/A
Hollow Square	N/A
Theatre	N/A
Reception	150

The Bar The bar area joins the McArthur Room to the Loft Room. It features two windows that look directly on to our beautiful courtyard, and a gorgeous granite-topped bar. This area can be rented in combination with either 2nd floor room to create a private bar and reception space for your event.

The Dawson RoomThe Dawson Room is located on the main level, with four windows facing directly on to the courtyard. This private room is the perfect size for smaller functions such as wedding rehearsal dinners, business meetings, and VIP events.

The Courtyard PatioOur outdoor patio is renowned as one of the most beautiful spots in the city. Tucked away from the noise and bustle of the streets, our cobblestoned courtyard patio is open from May until September.

The Bar
The bar area joins the McArthur Room to the Loft Room. It features two windows that look directly on to our beautiful courtyard, and a gorgeous granite-topped bar. This area can be rented in combination with either 2nd floor room to create a private bar and reception space for your event.

The Dawson Room
The Dawson Room is located on the main level, with four windows facing directly on to the courtyard. This private room is the perfect size for smaller functions such as wedding rehearsal dinners, business meetings, and VIP events.

The Courtyard Patio
Our outdoor patio is renowned as one of the most beautiful spots in the city. Tucked away from the noise and bustle of the streets, our cobblestoned courtyard patio is open from May until September.