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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
693 Reviews
$31 to $50
American

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 92 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
  • 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

  • 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.

  • High Tea Experience

    $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)

  • Titanic Dinner Valentines Edition

    $169.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Feb 14, 2025 only
    Join us on Valentine's Day under the stars for an 11-course dinner with optional wine pairing experience. This Titanic-themed dinner experience includes a modernized recreation of the culinary lineup served to the first-class passengers traveling aboard the ill-fated ocean liner RMS Titanic in the first class dining saloon on the night of April 14, 1912.

Menu

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What 693 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 charming riverside dining experience in Fort Lauderdale. Guests praise the "beautiful ambiance," "stunning views," and "delicious food," making it a perfect spot for brunch or pre-theater dining. While some mention slow service, the "friendly and attentive" staff often enhance the overall experience.

695 Reviews

  1. Sagine

    Raleigh

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was better than I expected and the perfect vibe without having to drive to Miami 😆

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  2. katrin

    VIP

    Fort Lauderdale

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined today

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Restaurant vibe is nice. Good atmosphere bc of the music and view outside. Food was good but some of the staff was a bit cold.

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  3. Carlos

    VIP

    Fort Lauderdale

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our experience was amazing. Our waiter was phenomenal! We had a delicious Albariño from Galicia and a sparkling rose. The mussels, salmon tarter, carrots and truffle fries were delicious! We are coming back with our friends and kids for happy hour!

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  4. Gerald

    Tampa

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 2
    The service at the table was outstanding and the food was very good! The room I was in required shouting to be heard. Really didn’t help the experience. The check in was uncomfortable and tedious. The woman at the door was so busy managing her issues she forgot we were customers. Place was only half full and she left us alone for what seemed like forever. She tried to tell us the table was being readied but that was nonsense. She was only worried about making sure she managed here available seats to her satisfaction. My place.. she’s gone. other than her..it was a nice experience. I recommend it on the table service and food alone! If you can.. be particular about the seating.. some rooms quiet and pleasant.. others .. not so much. Rainy night.. suspect outdoors is the place to be.

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  5. Terri

    VIP

    Naples

    9 reviews

    3.0

    9 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    When we entered the restaurant, we noticed how cold it was and other diners had coats or jackets on. It was 56 degrees outside and the heat wasn’t on! The server, after 10 minutes, took our drink order, and came back empty-handed saying the bar was backed up, and suggested we order an appetizer in the meantime. We said we would like our drinks. She brought the drinks and we ordered our entrees. Surprisingly, there were NO VEGETABLES available with our dinner or for purchase (only potatoes) so we ordered a Caesar salad to split. When it came, there was hardly any dressing and the salad was tasteless. My husband’s steak and my pork chop were excellent. We would not return to this restaurant.

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  6. Evenoue

    Fort Lauderdale

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    He was a great experience I will recommend this place to others and my server was very pleasant

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  7. Micaela

    Miami

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 5
    Pedimos un tĂ© con leche, ademĂĄs de agua. Nos traen el tĂ©. Sin leche, sin azĂșcar, sin edulcorante. Nada. Ni siquiera nos ofrecen. Hacemos el pedido: Philly sĂĄndwich, chicken crepe y almond croissant. Nos traen todo menos el almond croissant. Le pido al mesero que nos trae la comida que me traiga edulcorante. Nunca volviĂł. Viene la mesera que nos tomĂł el pedido, le dije que no m me habĂ­an traĂ­do ni el croissant ni edulcorante. Un pedido de 4 cosas me lo trajeron en 6 cuotas Tambien tuvo que venir la encargada a cobrarme porque la mesera trajo el check pero nunca volviĂł 


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  8. Ana

    VIP

    Los Angeles

    23 reviews

    5.0

    23 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food, great ambiance, great drinks. Really great restaurant. Many areas to choose from. Food is great and pretty fair in cost. Will visit again for sure.

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  9. Christina

    VIP

    Chicago

    5 reviews

    2.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    Women’s bathroom was horrendous. Paper towels and feminine products everywhere. This was our first impression - before we even sat at our table. The waiter could not get the gin martini order right so we wondered what the rest of the night would hold. Food was fine - nothing outstanding and service was very slow. Twice the bus boy tried to bring the wrong appetizer to our table. Waiter said he would bring a free dessert since we had to wait so long but at the end of the night he came up and said “are you ready for the check? Didn’t offer coffee, dessert or anything. We had a table right on the water which was great 
 but we have no plans to return!

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  10. Chad

    Fort Lauderdale

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was not great. Expected much better out of this restaurant.

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FAQs

The House on the River is rated 4.3 stars by 693 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 92 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 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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