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HOTHOUSE, Toronto, ON

HOTHOUSE

4.5
4.5
2718 Reviews
CAN$30 and under
International

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2 people
19:00
Booked 19 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Great for brunch
  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighbourhood gem
Welcome to HOTHOUSE, one of Toronto's destination food and wine eateries. We nourish your family like we would our own, and believe quality food shouldn't break the bank. Located in the historic St. Lawrence neighbourhood, we're situated amongst many of the city's iconic landmarks and entertainment hotspots and are in close proximity to the Financial and Theatre districts.

HOTHOUSE offers a multicultural menu reflective of our city's diversity. With local produce at our doorstep, we offer fresh food with a sophisticated wine and cocktail menu to match. Whether you're joining us for a romantic dinner for two or hosting your family at our famous brunch buffet, a warm welcome awaits you.



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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    CAN$30 and under
  • Cuisines
    International, Canadian, Contemporary American
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 11:30 am–8:30 pm Fri 11:30 am–9:30 pm Sat 9:30 am–9:30 pm Sun 10:00 am–8:30 pm Breakfast Sat 9:30 am–3:00 pm Brunch Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–5:00 pm Sat 3:30 pm–5:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–8:30 pm Fri, Sat 3:30 pm–9:30 pm Sun 3:30 pm–8:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (416) 366-7800
  • Website
    http://www.hothouserestaurant.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Shane Carruthers
  • Catering
    HOTHOUSE is pleased to provide professional catering for corporate and private events in the Toronto area. Choose a selection from our existing menus or allow us to custom create a menu for your event. For more information, we invite you to view our website https://www.hothouserestaurant.com/events-catering/
  • Private party facilities
    Great food is the foundation of every noteworthy event. Whether you're hosting a corporate dinner or private event, HOTHOUSE delivers an unforgettable dining experience. Our venues host a range of capacities up to 350 people. Share your event needs and we'll craft a uniquely catered celebration.
  • Private party contact
    HOTHOUSE Events: (416) 366-7800
  • Location
    35 Church Street, Toronto, ON M5E 1T3
  • Area
    St. Lawrence Market
  • Cross Street
    Front and Church
  • Parking details
    Paid Parking underground garage next door called INDIGO - $8 on evenings and weekends. There is also a GREEN P at the bottom of the Esplanade if you prefer.
  • Public transit
    Just a short walk from both King & Union Subway Stations (5-7 minutes). Nearest streetcar stop is King & Church (1 minute walk).Located in the historic St. Lawrence neighbourhood, we're situated amongst many iconic landmarks and entertainment hotspots including Scotiabank Arena, Elgin Theatre, Canadian Stage, and many more!
  • Entertainment
    Our award-winning Sunday Brunch features a live DJ. Come and join us for one of the best Brunch in the City!
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan
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Experiences

  • Half Priced Bottles of Wine

    Multiple dates available
    Join us every Tuesday for a curated list of half priced bottles from our cellar!
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Menu

Main

$12. Choose one of the following entrees

  • Pasta

    Penne with your choice of tomato, Alfredo or tomato cream sauce

    • Burger

      8oz beef burger served with French Fries, Caesar or Garden salad

      • Chicken Fingers

        Breaded chicken tenders served with French Fries, Caesar or Garden salad

        • Plus

          Vanilla ice cream with a choice of chocolate syrup, strawberry topping or caramel sauce and Soft Drink, Apple Juice, Cranberry Juice or Milk

          Last updated: 13 April 2024

          What 2,718 people are saying

          Overall ratings and reviews

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

          4.5
          4.5 based on recent ratings
          • 4.3Food
          • 4.5Service
          • 4.3Ambience
          • 4.3Value

          Noise • Moderate

          Review summary

          AI-generated from verified diner reviews
          HOTHOUSE is celebrated for its delightful ambiance, friendly staff, and "great food and service." Guests adore the "live jazz band" that enhances the dining experience. While the brunch buffet is a highlight, offering "so much food to choose from," some patrons note occasional service delays. Despite this, many are drawn back by the "legendary Sunday brunch" and varied menu. The international cuisine and "pillowy soft gnocchi" are standout mentions. Overall, HOTHOUSE promises a vibrant atmosphere and diverse dining options.

          2,718 Reviews

          1. Sheena

            Toronto6 reviews

            4.0

            Dined 2 days ago

            1. Overall 4
            2. Food 4
            3. Service 4
            4. Ambience 4
            Very good brunch buffet but very noisy, hard to have a conversation with my family.

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          2. Andrea

            Toronto1 review

            4.0

            Dined 2 days ago

            1. Overall 4
            2. Food 4
            3. Service 5
            4. Ambience 4
            It has been a couple of years since we had brunch. The service was great, server was attentive and our plates were cleared regularly throughout our visit. My husband was disappointed there was no omelette station. But, outside of that small thing, food was delicious and ambience made for a relaxing Sunday morning with family.

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          3. Jim

            Toronto1 review

            4.0

            Dined 2 days ago

            1. Overall 4
            2. Food 5
            3. Service 5
            4. Ambience 4
            Friends and I have been regulars at Hothouse for a few years now. Overall, its a very nice restaurant establishment with quality food and service. This time around we did miss the omelette station. The food, service and social environment are still very good. We will come again.

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          4. Keith

            Toronto21 reviews

            5.0

            Dined 4 days ago

            1. Overall 5
            2. Food 5
            3. Service 5
            4. Ambience 4
            We attended HotHouse for a birthday celebration and were treated royally. Thank you Adam and staff.

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          5. Marian

            Toronto2 reviews

            4.0

            Dined on 2 March 2025

            1. Overall 4
            2. Food 4
            3. Service 3
            4. Ambience 4
            NA sunday buffet is very goodwith lots of choices.

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          6. Jean-Paul

            Toronto1 review

            5.0

            Dined on 2 March 2025

            1. Overall 5
            2. Food 4
            3. Service 4
            4. Ambience 4
            Good value it was an all you can eat buffet, which is not my style of heating, but I was told ahead of time that’s what it was going to be and good experience overall. Food was decent.

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          7. Keith VIP

            Toronto14 reviews

            5.0

            Dined on 27 February 2025

            1. Overall 5
            2. Food 5
            3. Service 5
            4. Ambience 5
            Another great experience here. Looking forward to next visit to the city to eat here again,

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          8. Michele

            Toronto7 reviews

            5.0

            Dined on 26 February 2025

            1. Overall 5
            2. Food 5
            3. Service 5
            4. Ambience 4
            On arrival although the website said 'accessible' it was through the front door but not to a table. A manager appeared with a couple of strong fellas and carried a table and special chairs to a level that we could dine at, this was OUTSTANDING service. Thank you SO MUCH. My daughter had the jerk sliders and said they were very good, a bit too 'hot' for me but cooked juicy and beautiful. She had the beef short rib with some dietary modifications which were most cheerfully made. I had the Thai Noodle Bowl with a small caesar salad and both were very delicious. It was 1/2 price for a bottle of wine on Tuesday so all in this was an amazing experience for us. Thank you to everyone involved in making this a special evening.

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          9. Viraj

            Toronto1 review

            5.0

            Dined on 23 February 2025

            1. Overall 5
            2. Food 5
            3. Service 5
            4. Ambience 5
            Fantastic service as always, the winter offering for Sunday is missing the omelette station but its still a great Sunday Brunch!

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          10. Gagan

            Toronto1 review

            5.0

            Dined on 15 February 2025

            1. Overall 5
            2. Food 5
            3. Service 5
            4. Ambience 5
            Service was quite good, Patty was our server and she was very welcoming. Food and Ambience was quite good, the place was underrated and definitely needs more attention. Worth trying

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          FAQs

          HOTHOUSE does offer delivery in partnership with Skip The Dishes. HOTHOUSE also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (416) 366-7800.

          HOTHOUSE is rated 4.5 stars by 2718 OpenTable diners.

          HOTHOUSE does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

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

          Make a booking

          2 people
          19:00
          Booked 19 times today
          Experiences are available.

          Order delivery or takeout

          Google Map for HOTHOUSE

          35 Church Street, Toronto, ON M5E 1T3

          Additional information

          • Cross Street
            Front and Church
          • Area
            St. Lawrence Market
          • Hours of Operation
            Mon–Thu 11:30 am–8:30 pm Fri 11:30 am–9:30 pm Sat 9:30 am–9:30 pm Sun 10:00 am–8:30 pm Breakfast Sat 9:30 am–3:00 pm Brunch Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–5:00 pm Sat 3:30 pm–5:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–8:30 pm Fri, Sat 3:30 pm–9:30 pm Sun 3:30 pm–8:30 pm
          • Price
            CAN$30 and under
          • Cuisines
            International, Canadian, Contemporary American
          • Dining style
            Casual Dining
          • Dress code
            Smart Casual
          • Parking details
            Paid Parking underground garage next door called INDIGO - $8 on evenings and weekends. There is also a GREEN P at the bottom of the Esplanade if you prefer.
          • Public transit
            Just a short walk from both King & Union Subway Stations (5-7 minutes). Nearest streetcar stop is King & Church (1 minute walk).Located in the historic St. Lawrence neighbourhood, we're situated amongst many iconic landmarks and entertainment hotspots including Scotiabank Arena, Elgin Theatre, Canadian Stage, and many more!
          • Payment Options
            AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
          • Executive Chef
            Shane Carruthers
          • Entertainment
            Our award-winning Sunday Brunch features a live DJ. Come and join us for one of the best Brunch in the City!
          • Additional
            Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan
          • Website
            http://www.hothouserestaurant.com/
          • Phone number
            (416) 366-7800
          • Catering
            HOTHOUSE is pleased to provide professional catering for corporate and private events in the Toronto area. Choose a selection from our existing menus or allow us to custom create a menu for your event. For more information, we invite you to view our website https://www.hothouserestaurant.com/events-catering/
          • Private party facilities
            Great food is the foundation of every noteworthy event. Whether you're hosting a corporate dinner or private event, HOTHOUSE delivers an unforgettable dining experience. Our venues host a range of capacities up to 350 people. Share your event needs and we'll craft a uniquely catered celebration.
          • Private party contact
            HOTHOUSE Events: (416) 366-7800
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