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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

4.4
4.4
891 Reviews
$31 to $50
American
301 SW 3rd Ave, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33312-1725

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2 people
11:30 PM
Booked 80 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • 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
  • 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 Experience

    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 unique on the river Downtown Fort Lauderdale with our "HOUSE OF VEUVE", where we will be featuring a "Veuve" themed brunch party experience on the riverfront patio. 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.

  • Mothers Day Brunch

    $89.00 per person

    May 11, 2025 only
    Mothers Day Brunch Celebration Join us and celebrate Mothers Day with mom, friends and family. Our buffet brunch with live stations offers a wide spread of tasty breakfast & lunch selections to temp your taste buds on Mothers Day. Included 2 hours bottomless mimosas, juices, soft drinks and American coffee. The perfect way to celebrate on the river.

Menu

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What 891 people are saying

The House on the River reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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
  • 4.3Food
  • 4.2Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Fort Lauderdale

    Great for brunch

  • 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 picturesque riverside ambiance with "fantastic" food and "excellent" service. Perfectly positioned near the Broward Center for the Performing Arts, it's a delightful pre-show dining spot. Outdoor seating provides stunning views, and standout dishes include the brunch board and pear pasta. Highly recommended for a memorable culinary experience.

891 Reviews

  1. Jackie

    Miami17 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The most unique aesthetic in every corner with a natural and vintage feel that brings you back in time in the most delicious way. Food was good and affordable. Perfect for a date, casual, or private party! Our server was Christina, so sweet. Try the octopus appetizer and can’t go wrong with truffle fries!

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  2. Stan

    Fort Lauderdale7 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Favorably quiet. All in party loved the evening. My salmon promised to be rare plus one and assured it would happen by the waiter, came out very well done.

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  3. Nekesa VIP

    Fort Lauderdale2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Alex our server was absolutely amazing! The private dining rooms are perfect for large groups. Food - There were a lot of inconsistencies in food preparation. Several people ordered the same dishes that were prepared differently. The Angry Shrimp rigatoni had shells/tails on for some and not others. I wish I was warned prior to ordering, I took a bite of shrimp with the full shell on. It’s covered in sauce and hard to tell. Drinks- Same as the food, inconsistencies in preparation. Ordered two Fly Like a Butterfly cocktails, completely different presentation and taste. Overall our server was phenomenal, and the experience was decent. I would return with hopes that back of the house was just having an off night.

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  4. Racquel

    Fort Lauderdale20 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    The location is beyond amazing!! Our service was not the best and the food was ok. The company and views were outstanding!

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  5. Allen

    Fort Lauderdale2 reviews

    2.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 2
    They had our group count incorrect and the table had no umbrella to shield from the sun. It was like a afterthought table for only 3 setup in the sun; unacceptable with all other table having an Large umbrella which should be standard. They put us inside where there’s no ambiance with the music too loud we couldn’t really talk with each other. The buffet was lackluster at best. Mostly muffins and bread and the food was not changed out ; looked to be hours old and cold. For $89 and a 20% tip included, it did not come close to measuring up to my or my guests expectations

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  6. Ronnie

    Phoenix1 review

    2.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    Unfortunately the tip was built into the bill allowing the server no motivation to be attentive to the job title. We were looking for to this restaurant based on the reviews. Save your money and disappointment.

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  7. Sharon VIP

    Washington DC12 reviews

    2.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    Beautiful location. Brunch food was average. I would not go back a second time.

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  8. Michele VIP

    Fort Lauderdale6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had Easter Brunch outside on their Riverside Patio. Since we were outside, we didn't have to worry about it being too loud. Our waiter, Rudy, was fantastic, and the food was terrific! The venue is very beautiful, with the boats floating by! I will say one thing: the brunch items were inside the house, so we had to get up from our table, which was sitting on older bricks (not cobblestones, but old) and walk up the steps into the house. The House is old (duh) and the floors aren't straight. I was thinking that one of my older friends, who walks w/a cane, would have had a bit of trouble. Now... this was a brunch buffet! If you're going for a sit down meal, it likely wouldn't matter.

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  9. Debbie

    Fort Lauderdale2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 5
    What a fabulous location!! The ambience was a 10. Service was lacking, but it was Easter.

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  10. Tim

    New York City4 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Rudy was our server. He was prompt, courteous, and was a positive addition to our meal and time at The House.

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FAQs

The House on the River is rated 4.4 stars by 891 OpenTable diners.

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

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  2. United States
  3. Fort Lauderdale
  4. Fort Lauderdale Central
  5. Sailboat Bend

Make a reservation

2 people
11:30 PM
Booked 80 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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