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Front of The House on the River patio - The House on the River, Fort Lauderdale, FL

The House on the River

4.3
4.3
761 Reviews
$31 to $50
American

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 76 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Charming
  • Great for scenic views
THE HOUSE is a historic oasis where people can eat, drink and celebrate day or night in true Florida Riviera style. Located directly on the New River referred to as the Venice of America, in the heart of Downtown Fort Lauderdale.

This iconic structure is complemented by a charming eclectic use of vintage furniture with a whimsical twist, outfitted with mixed china, vibrant flowers and lush trees. The restaurant also features extensive outdoor patio seating set amongst umbrellas, making THE HOUSE the perfect waterfront destination in Fort Lauderdale. The outdoor seating is transformed into an intimate setting for those looking to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life.

With one step in, guests are immediately transported to a sunny place, no matter the season.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Seafood, Mediterranean
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Fri 11:00 am–4:00 pm Dinner Wed, Thu 4:00 pm–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (954) 825-2929
  • Website
    http://thehouseontheriver.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Catering
    Catering for groups of all sizes with a wide array of small plate, large plate and family style platters
  • Private party facilities
    The House has a unique selection of event areas for groups from 6 to 200. Chef has created a variety of menu offerings from traditional sit down to fun cocktail party style service.
  • Location
    301 SW 3rd Ave, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33312-1725
  • Neighbourhood
    Sailboat Bend
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • High Tea Experience

    US$59.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    The “High Tea” experience, an age-old tradition of gathering in the afternoon to share proper tea service along with a delicate tower of finger sandwiches, fresh baked pastries and fruits. Enjoy the afternoon in one of Fort Lauderdale’s oldest homes. High Tea is a sumptuous meal enjoyed in the early afternoon between traditional meals offering beautiful spreads of bite size items designed to be shared paired with a choice of tea. We host HIGHT TEA on the 2nd floor porch overlooking the new river, the perfect ambiance to add a little luxury to any casual afternoon. Experience includes: Tea Service, Tower of Finger Sandwiches, Fresh Baked Pastries and Fruit. (Bubbles, wines & spirit beverage options are available for purchase)

  • HOUSE of VEUVE BRUNCH

    Multiple dates available
    There are brunch's and there are Veuve Brunch's, come experience THE HOUSE OF VEUVE @ The House on the River ! Be part of something new on the river Downtown Fort Lauderdale with our "HOUSE OF VEUVE", where we will be featuring a "Veuve" themed brunch party experience in the west house. Design and decor set the stage for the special a la carte food menu offered along with tasty sips and of course "Veuve" by the bottle or the glass. This tasty, fun and fashionable brunch experience is only offered by pre-reservation on Saturday & Sunday afternoons. The vibe is created for outdoor dining, indoor seating is available for those not so perfect days and those that prefer to sit inside.

Menu

View menu on restaurant's website

What 761 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.3
4.3 based on recent ratings
  • 4.2Food
  • 4.1Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.1Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Fort Lauderdale Central

    Great for brunch

  • Fort Lauderdale Central

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Fort Lauderdale Central

    Romantic

  • Fort Lauderdale Central

    Great for scenic views

  • Fort Lauderdale Central

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The House on the River offers a stunning riverside dining experience with a "beautiful ambience" and "great views." Guests appreciate the variety of seating options, including outdoor and unique themed rooms like the swing room. The Veuve brunch and brunch boards are highly praised, described as "lovely" and "superb." However, service can be slow, and some diners note inconsistencies in food quality and availability. The location is ideal for pre-theater meals, and the overall atmosphere is delightful, making it a memorable spot for special occasions.

761 Reviews

  1. Ana

    VIP

    Los Angeles

    24 reviews

    5.0

    24 reviews

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was excellent, great environment, awesome vibe and amazing server. Every time I come here I feel welcomed, taken care of and not rushed plus the food is always great! Can’t wait to go again.

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  2. Stanley

    Miami

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful….definitely will go back again. Natalia was our waitress and she was amazing

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  3. Denesse

    Miami

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The House on the River is a fine place to dine. The food is exquisite, the service was delightful, and the atmosphere was breathtaking. I would 100% recommend eating at The House on the River.

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  4. Harvey

    Fort Lauderdale

    85 reviews

    4.0

    85 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    We went for the Titanic menu experience since they only have this once or twice a year. My wife absolutely loved it and she was blown away by everything. This was right up her alley. I left very hungry. I knew the portion sizes were going to be small; however, these were miniscule. They were a tease and I was so hungry when we left the restaurant. The staff members were friendly and welcoming. They were mostly on top of everything although there were times when our water glasses needed to be refilled. They also seemed to miscount the number of plates they needed. We always seemed to be waiting for two people to receive their food. This was truly an experience and it definitely cost me a lot. Was it worth it? My wife will say yes. I'm not so sure. I tried it once and I'm glad I did.

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  5. Demetrius

    Miami

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Everything was good except the train noise kind of ruined the moment

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  6. Henry

    Cancun

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The view, food and vibe at the House on the River was great. Our server Macarena and the hostess Pilar were very polite, professional and attentive on our visit on Valentine's day. 10 out of 10 service. We will be coming back.

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  7. Sabra

    VIP

    Fort Lauderdale

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Winderful Meal- perfectly prepared. Liz was a top notch server!!

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  8. Jennifer

    Fort Lauderdale

    6 reviews

    3.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    This is my second time at this restaurant. The first time I went was a year ago and I enjoyed my meal, that is why I returned. My dinner was part of the dinner break menu for a set price. I had the steak frites and it was flavorless and the size of the steak was less than a 5 oz filet. My other dinner guests were not happy as well chicken Milanese was flavorless as well.

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  9. Robert

    Fort Lauderdale

    3 reviews

    3.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 2
    There were a few blips that set the tone for a mediocre experience. Our favorite dining room was closed; one of our three appetizers was wrong, then taken back, but we had to ask twice for the right appetizer and didn't get it until much later; waiter was rushed at everything but swore he did everything right; hostess did not understand English; the main course for one of our party (braised beef ribs) was only slightly warm (it tasted good), while another person with the same dish said hers was hot. My wife and I had been here before and loved the restaurant. We couldn't wait to bring our out-of-town guests. A big fail. We might go back if seeing a show at the nearby Performing Arts Center in the hopes they've improved, but will never again bring guests or go out of our way to eat there.

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  10. Brian

    New York City

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great ambiance and service. Food was somewhat bland.

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FAQs

The House on the River is rated 4.3 stars by 761 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 76 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for The House on the River

301 SW 3rd Ave, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33312-1725

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Neighbourhood
    Sailboat Bend
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Fri 11:00 am–4:00 pm Dinner Wed, Thu 4:00 pm–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Seafood, Mediterranean
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    http://thehouseontheriver.com/
  • Phone number
    (954) 825-2929
  • Catering
    Catering for groups of all sizes with a wide array of small plate, large plate and family style platters
  • Private party facilities
    The House has a unique selection of event areas for groups from 6 to 200. Chef has created a variety of menu offerings from traditional sit down to fun cocktail party style service.
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