The House on the River

4.4

818 Reviews

$31 to $50

American

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2 people

Mar 11, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 32 times today

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.

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Location
301 SW 3rd Ave, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33312-1725
Phone number
(954) 825-2929
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
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Street Parking
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa

What 818 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.4

4.4 based on recent ratings

4.3Food
4.2Service
4.7Ambience
4.2Value

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 delightful dining experience with "beautiful decor," "amazing food," and a "picturesque riverfront location." While service can be inconsistent, guests often appreciate the "attentive staff" and "lovely ambience." It's an excellent choice for "brunch" or special occasions, with outdoor seating providing a "charming view."

818 Reviews

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OpenTable Diner
San Francisco1 review
4.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Pancakes could’ve been a little better but everything was great
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OpenTable Diner VIP
New York City7 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fabulous place for brunch! Everything is delicious!
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OpenTable Diner
New York City1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a great experience for my husband’s birthday. Amazing service, view and food! We will be back soon!
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Barbara VIP
West Palm Beach11 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Beautiful location; great service; delicious food!!
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Torah
Fort Lauderdale1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Brunch Board provided so many delicious options! Service was outstanding
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OpenTable Diner
Portland3 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Brunch was amazing! Everyone of us enjoyed our meals.
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OpenTable Diner VIP
London3 reviews
3.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 5
Seemed to be a night if confusion in the kitchen. Service not that great. Our waitress was over-stretched.
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OpenTable Diner
Washington DC2 reviews
4.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 5
Great meal and setting, very slow service but pleasant
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Carmen VIP
Fort Lauderdale11 reviews
4.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
When we first were seated no one came by . 15 mins waiting til I had to go get someone. Christine which wasn’t even our waitress took exceptional care of us. If it wasn’t for her we would have left .
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Rick And Debra VIP
Fort Lauderdale216 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Enjoyed dinner before Disney's The Lion King show! Service was quick and the food was delicious! Our waitress was attentive in the beginning of our meal but never returned to refill our drinks. We had to wave her down which was annoying. This was our second time to this restaurant and we will definitely be back!
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The House on the River is rated 4.4 stars by 818 OpenTable diners.

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

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2 people

Mar 11, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 32 times today

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

Dining areas

Additional information

Phone number
(954) 825-2929
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
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Street Parking
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa

The House on the River

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What 818 people are saying

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