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The Deck at Amarante's Sea Cliff

The Deck - Restaurant FAQs

Find helpful information about dining, reservations, hours, seating, weather, parking, and visiting our seasonal waterfront restaurant on Morris Cove.

Waterfront dining at The Deck at Amarante's Sea Cliff

Before You Visit

Casual Waterfront Dining on Morris Cove

The Deck is Amarante's seasonal waterfront restaurant. Guests can join us for food, drinks, and views of Morris Cove in a relaxed outdoor dining setting.

Because The Deck is outdoors and operates seasonally, hours and availability may change due to weather, private functions, or other operating needs. Please check current information before visiting.

Planning a Private Event on The Deck?

Restaurant reservations do not reserve The Deck for a private event. Private events held outside on The Deck are booked separately and follow The Inn's event pricing, policies, minimums, and availability.

Dining at The Deck

Reservations, Hours & Seating

Here is what to know before visiting our seasonal waterfront restaurant.

Is The Deck a restaurant?
Yes. The Deck is Amarante's seasonal waterfront restaurant, serving food and drinks in a relaxed outdoor setting overlooking Morris Cove.
When is The Deck open?
The Deck operates seasonally. Days and hours may change during the season, so please review our current hours before making your trip.
Do I need a reservation?
Reservations are encouraged, especially during popular dining times. Walk-in seating may depend on the weather, table availability, and the number of guests in your party.
How do I make a restaurant reservation?
Use The Deck restaurant reservation page to view current availability and reserve a table. A dining reservation is for regular restaurant service and does not reserve the space for a private event.
Can I request a specific table?
You may share a seating request when making your reservation. However, specific tables and locations cannot be guaranteed because seating depends on availability, weather, and restaurant operations.
What happens if the weather is poor?
Because The Deck is an outdoor restaurant, rain, wind, heat, storms, and other conditions may affect seating or operating hours. Please check for current updates before visiting.
Can restaurant hours change for a private function?
Yes. Restaurant access or hours may occasionally change due to a private function or other operating needs. Check the current schedule before arriving.

Restaurant or Private Event?

Choosing the Right Type of Booking

A restaurant reservation and a private event are different bookings. Please choose the option that matches the experience you are planning.

Regular Dining

Restaurant Reservation

Choose this option when your group wants to dine during regular restaurant service. Your party receives restaurant seating and orders from The Deck's current menu.

This does not reserve a private area or the entire Deck.

Celebrations & Gatherings

Private Event on The Deck

Choose this option when you want a reserved event space, planned menu, dedicated timeline, or a private experience for your invited guests.

Outdoor private events on The Deck follow The Inn's event pricing, policies, minimums, and availability.

Can I book a birthday dinner through restaurant reservations?
If your group only needs a table during normal restaurant service, use the restaurant reservation process. If you need a private area, planned program, custom setup, or event package, submit a private-event inquiry.
Can I reserve part or all of The Deck privately?
Private use depends on the date, season, guest count, and event schedule. Contact the events team to discuss availability. Private outdoor events on The Deck follow The Inn's pricing and event policies.
Does a large restaurant reservation become a private event?
Not automatically. However, larger groups or gatherings that require reserved space, special setup, a planned menu, or dedicated service may need to be handled by the events team. Please contact us so we can direct you to the correct booking option.
Waterfront restaurant dining at The Deck at Amarante's Sea Cliff

Food & Drinks

The Deck Menu & Dining Experience

Where can I view the current menu?
Visit The Deck menu page to explore the current restaurant selections. Menu items, ingredients, pricing, and availability may change during the season.
Does The Deck serve drinks?
The Deck offers beverage selections to enjoy with your meal. Please review the current menu or ask your server about available cocktails, wine, beer, and nonalcoholic options.
Can you accommodate food allergies or dietary needs?
Tell your server about any allergy or dietary need before ordering. The team can explain available options and ingredients. However, because food is prepared in a shared kitchen, complete separation from every allergen may not be possible.
Are menu items always available?
Menu offerings may change based on the season, ingredient availability, and restaurant operations. Therefore, online menus should be viewed as the current guide rather than a guarantee of every item.
Is the restaurant menu used for private events?
Not necessarily. The Deck menu applies to regular restaurant dining. Private events held outside on The Deck follow The Inn's event pricing, menus, policies, minimums, and availability.

Plan Your Visit

Arrival & Guest Information

Here are a few helpful details for a comfortable visit to The Deck.

Where is The Deck located?
The Deck is located in the backyard of Amarante's Sea Cliff, directly behind The Inn. Our address is 62 Cove Street, New Haven, Connecticut 06512.
Where can I park?
Parking is available next to The Inn and beside the Grand Ballroom. On busy nights, additional parking may also be directed along the lawn. Please follow posted signs or directions from our team when you arrive.
Is The Deck wheelchair accessible?
Yes. The Deck is wheelchair accessible by ramp. Please let us know about your seating needs when making your reservation so we can avoid assigning your party to a high-top table or the lower Deck level.
Are children welcome?
Yes! Children are welcome at The Deck. Highchairs are available, and we offer nonalcoholic beverages along with kid-friendly options such as chicken tenders and burgers.
Are pets allowed?
No. Pets are not allowed at The Deck. Trained service animals are permitted as required by applicable law.
What should I wear?
The Deck has a relaxed waterfront atmosphere. Because the restaurant is outdoors, we recommend dressing for the temperature, wind, and current weather near the water.

We’ll See You by the Water

Plan Your Visit to The Deck

Reserve a table for regular restaurant dining, explore our current menu, or contact the events team if you are planning a private gathering outside on The Deck.

Please note: private events held outside on The Deck follow The Inn’s event pricing, policies, minimums, and availability.