The House on the River

Name: The House on the River
Address: 301 SW 3rd Ave, Fort Lauderdale, FL, United States, 33312-1725
Telephone: (954) 825-2929
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.3

4.3

766 Reviews

$31 to $50

American

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2 people

Feb 17, 2025

7:00 p.m.

Booked 78 times today

Experiences are available.

Charming
Great for outdoor dining
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.

What 766 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
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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.

766 Reviews

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christina
VIP
San Francisco
4 reviews
1.0
4 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 1
2. Food 2
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 3
Location is beautiful! Service was terrible. I am a local and really wanted to love this place but the service is the reason that I will not be returning.
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Lisseth
VIP
Fort Lauderdale
17 reviews
5.0
17 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food and drinks Service excellent and the ambiance was great
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susan
VIP
New York City
11 reviews
5.0
11 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great Veuve brunch today!!! Good. Service and music was excellent. Can’t wait to go again!!
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Wayne
Fort Lauderdale
58 reviews
5.0
58 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Very nice location, overlooking the intracoastal. Natalia, our waitress, was superb. The food was very good with nice flavor.
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Stamatis
VIP
Washington DC
24 reviews
5.0
24 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great brunch place by the river. Excellent food. It is a part of Fort Lauderdale mainstay of beautiful restaurants by the water,
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Ana
VIP
Los Angeles
24 reviews
5.0
24 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
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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Stanley
Miami
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 1 day ago
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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Denesse
Miami
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 2 days 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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Harvey
Fort Lauderdale
85 reviews
4.0
85 reviews
Dined 2 days 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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Demetrius
Miami
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined 2 days 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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FAQs

The House on the River is rated 4.3 stars by 766 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Feb 17, 2025

7:00 p.m.

Booked 78 times today

Experiences are available.

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.

The House on the River

Make a reservation

Dining areas

Additional information

Experiences

High Tea Experience

HOUSE of VEUVE BRUNCH

Menu

What 766 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Review summary

FAQs

How is The House on the River restaurant rated?

Is The House on the River currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Dining areas

Additional information