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The House on the River, Fort Lauderdale, FL

The House on the River

4.4
4.4
657 Reviews
$31 to $50
American

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 38 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Charming
  • Great for brunch
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 Dining
  • 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
  • Neighborhood
    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

  • New Years Eve Midnight Celebration

    $249.00 per person

    Dec 31, 2024 only
    New Years Eve Midnight New Years Eve on the River Celebration Party Party Riverfront at our New Year's Eve Dinner Celebration. Options for indoor & outdoor patio seating includes 4 Course Dinner, Open Bar, Midnight Champagne toast, & Party favors! Our live DJ will spin remixes of music from the 80 to now on the patio. Seating begins at 8:30 pm I $249*. per person *does not include 7%tax & 20% service

  • New Years Eve Sunset Dinner

    $69.00 per person

    Dec 31, 2024 only
    Ringing in the bell elsewhere and want to enjoy our Pre-Fixe Early Dinner by the river?Chef has some of our most popular offerings for you to enjoy. Seating begins at 4:30 pm and concludes at 7 pm I $69*. per person *does not include 7%tax and 20% gratuity

  • 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 657 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.4
4.4 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
Nestled by the river, The House on the River offers a beautiful ambiance with "great views" and a charming historic appeal. Guests praise its "amazing food" and "delicious brunch" options. The setting is ideal for special occasions and casual visits alike, though service experiences can vary.

657 Reviews

  1. Nicole

    Treasure Coast

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    We were there for the Vueve brunch experience. Unfortunately, it was not a nice day so it was inside… but they did a great job. The original hostess that greeted us at the door was not very pleasant but once we reached the area of the restaurant for the special event, the service staff was amazing. The ambience and the food were also incredible. Pricing was super reasonable. Can’t wait to go back.

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  2. Adriana

    West Palm Beach

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I would like to recommend this historical restaurant to my friends, brunch was spectacular and great service We will be back! Great place

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  3. Beth

    New York City

    3 reviews

    2.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 2
    I confirmed my reservation with a credit card. The hostess greeted me doubt about my reservation because I hadn’t answered her phone call confirming the reservation an hour prior to arrival. We arrived 5 minutes early but couldn’t be seated until the last two members of our party arrived. Then, our waitress was less than accommodating. She went through the obligatory motions of service but was clearly not having a great day. I won’t be returning to this establishment.

    1 person found this helpful

  4. Gerson

    Jacksonville

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great experience. Food, drinks and dessert. Ambiance was great.

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  5. Charles

    VIP

    Fort Lauderdale

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic food and great views. The dinner with benefits 3 course meal is the way to go!

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  6. OpenTable Diner

    Western NC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our dining experience was truly delightful! Our table overlooked the river, offering a stunning view of boats gliding by and twinkling lights reflecting on the water. The host and waiter were incredibly attentive, ensuring we had everything we needed throughout the meal. We both ordered cheeseburgers, and they were absolutely delicious-perfectly cooked and packed with that good old chargrilled flavor and finished off with caramelized onions! The atmosphere was warm and inviting, with only a 5 minute walk to see Bob Weir at the Broward Center for the Performing Arts, making it a perfect spot for a memorable evening. We can't wait to return!

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  7. VERA

    West Palm Beach

    24 reviews

    3.0

    24 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We arrived and were seated in the swing room. It's beautiful however it was freezing in the space. It's small and has a very large ceiling vent that blows directly on to the table,food and guests. The Tartar was delicious, we ordered the brunch board and it was simply under whelming for the $30 per person charge. The food was dry/over prepared and came out late and cold to our table. The frittata was good and so was the short rib slider.

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  8. Dayanna

    Miami

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing vibes for brunch the location the people really good service overall

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  9. Jessie

    Orlando

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This place at night is beautiful we did outdoor dining my man & I for Christmas Eve, I received a text earlier then my reservation time which was great, we got seated immediately. Our server came to us provided us with water and took our chose of drinks and explained certain dishes we had questions on, we ordered and appetizer came to our table at a reasonable time, we then ordered our entrees and food also came out at a reasonable time, our food was fresh and tasty. Took a walk inside this place is a gem, if your looking for a nice night out this is a place you should definitely try, looking forward on doing brunch one weekend.

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  10. McKenzie

    Philadelphia

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Such great food! Our server was really nice and we had a great time:it was decorated beautifully for Christmas. Rainbow trout 10/10

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FAQs

The House on the River is rated 4.4 stars by 657 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 PM
Booked 38 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

  • Neighborhood
    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 Dining
  • 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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