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​The Deckhouse is locally owned and operated by Barb Hunter, who spent many years working in British Columbia in the hospitality industry, where she was inspired and discovered her passion. In 1993, she returned home to Summerside to follow her dream of opening her own restaurant. Formally known as Fish Tales, the quaint two-storey restaurant on Spinnakers Landing first opened in 1991, and soon after Barb moved home, she and the two original owners collaborated. Barb occupied the upper level of the building and began establishing her own identity with a name, which would represent her current and future vision.

The tenants of the newly developed waterfront were required to incorporate the shipbuilding era theme into their businesses, so after spending many hours at the local library thumbing through nautical books, the Deckhouse was born! The first few years of business were quiet but the Deckhouse provided a welcoming atmosphere with live entertainment where family, friends and locals gathered. It focused on creating new experiences and positive customer service. Following the grand opening of the Confederation Bridge in 1997, we started to see an increase in visitors to our city by the sea and over the years, tourism has evolved. In 2010, the Deckhouse underwent some major renovations, expanding its kitchen, upstairs area, and waterfront deck to help accommodate the rapidly growing business.

Over the years, the business has developed and gone through many changes and challenges, creating inspiration for growth and motivation for progression. Despite the changes, our mission has been constant. We value our customers and want all our guests to enjoy our east coast hospitality, have a memorable PEI experience, and leave hoping to return someday. So if you are visiting Summerside, please come by and enjoy our coastal restaurant, relax on our deck with one of our refreshing summer-infused cocktails or try one of our many local beers on tap. Our menu offers a variety of seafood and all your pub favourites, and our staff will be more than happy to serve you.