what a revelation ~ the definition of "revel" is to take pleasure or delight in; or to make merry in uproarious festivities. both are perfect descriptions for gastown's southern style restaurant, and a perfect name for the "revel room". as is many unique restaurants in the area, it is a heavily decorated, small space. this helps therestaurantalways appear busy, and therefore make in it higher demand. because of the space restrictions, limited seating is available on the first floor and by the bar. those wanting a more quiet dining experience can request for the seats upstairs, they overlook the open space. brick walls, wooden steps, and iron guard rails give the "revel room" a rustic feel; and the dim lighting from unique fixtures helped give it a more formal feel. above the bar are cut outs of shields and shapes in gold, silver, and brass. over all, their decorations, like the three trumpets wielded together, were great conversation starters; but really did not look like they belong