
Welcome to The Hot House
Located in Downtown Toronto's historic St. Lawrence Market neighbourhood, The Hot House Restaurant & Bar offers great food and wine, service, and a comfortable atmosphere at a reasonable price. The Hot House is in close proximity to the city's Financial and Theatre districts, and is within walking distance of The Bluma Theatre, The Air Canada Centre, The Sony Centre, The Rogers Centre, and many other major Toronto attractions, theatres, and sports/concert venues.
The sun-drenched 150 seat patio at the Hot House is an excellent setting to sample some fine Italian wines, Canadian craft beers, or the one of the best mojitos and margaritas in the city. The Hot House also offers group menus and private areas ideal for birthdays, weddings, showers, office parties, meetings, or any other function.
Whether it's for a special occasion, a romantic dinner, a quick meal before seeing a show, or just a casual night of snacks and cocktails, The Hot House Restaurant & Bar offers a setting for casual fine dining.
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Lunch & dinner
Print5:00 – 9:00 pm
and our Award Winning Sunday Brunch Buffet with Live Jazz
9:30 am – 3:00 pm
APPETIZERS
Tomato Basil Soup
8.00 |

Daily Soup
8.00 |
TO SHARE (or not to share...)
Calamari
15.00 |
Crabcakes
15.00 |
Jerk Fried Cauliflower
13.00 |

Lemongrass Sambal Shrimp
16.00 |
Capriccio Bread
half | 8.00 | |
full | 12.00 |

Bruschetta
half | 7.00 | |
full | 10.00 |

Antipasto Platter
21.00 |
aged Provolone cheese served with crostini.
Stella Artois Mussels
16.00 |
Chipotle Mussels
16.00 |
Karaage Chicken
16.00 |
Mediterranean Trio
15.00 |

SALADS
Bistro Salad
small | 7.00 | |
large | 15.00 |

Caesar
small | 7.00 | |
large | 13.00 |
Grapefruit and Avocado
15.00 |

Greek
small | 9.00 | |
large | 15.00 |

Pear and Frisee Salad
15.00 |

Wild Mushroom & Spinach
15.00 |

Roasted Beet & Chevre
16.00 |

OPTIONS
7.00 | ||
10.00 |
7oz filet of grilled Salmon
PIZZA
Pizza di Parma
19.00 |
Il Diavolo
19.00 |

Poco Grasso
19.00 |
Rustica
19.00 |

Frutti di Mare
19.00 |
Waikiki
18.00 |
Pizza Margherita
18.00 |

Gluten-Free Crust
3.00 |
PASTA (lunch /dinner)
Wild Boar Bolognese
lunch | 16.00 | |
dinner | 21.00 |
Pasti Al Olio
lunch | 15.00 | |
dinner | 19.00 |

Puttanesca
lunch | 18.00 | |
dinner | 23.00 |
Penne Alla Sambuca
lunch | 16.00 | |
dinner | 21.00 |
Carbonara
lunch | 16.00 | |
dinner | 20.00 |

Hot House Penne
lunch | 16.00 | |
dinner | 21.00 |
Sicilian Gnocchi
lunch | 16.00 | |
dinner | 20.00 |
Lasagna al Forno
20.00 |
Cappelletti
lunch | 16.00 | |
dinner | 20.00 |

Butternut Squash Ravioli
19.00 |

ENTREES
Jambalaya
lunch | 17.00 | |
dinner | 23.00 |
Asian Chicken Stirfry
16.00 | ||
Add Chicken | 4.00 | |
Add Shrimp | 6.00 |
+chicken
+shrimp
Makhani Curry Chicken
20.00 |
The following dishes are served with our daily vegetable and a choice of:
Market Fish
BBQ Baby Back Ribs
28.00 |
Marrakesh Style Chicken
25.00 |
New Zealand Rack of Lamb
34.00 |
USDA Prime Rib Eye
37.00 | 12 oz |
Due to the nature of this cut of meat it is well marbled which adds to the flavour of the steak
Add Peppercorn Sauce
3.00 |
Add a Skewer of 3 Jumbo Shrimp
7.00 |
Add Onion Rings
5.00 |
Prepared:
RARE - Raw, red through 75%
MEDIUM RARE - Half raw,red through 50%
MEDIUM - Half cooked, pink through 75%
MEDIUM WELL - 3/4 cooked, pink t h rough 25%
WELL DONE - Cooked through
BURGERS & SANDWICHES
with crisp lettuce, tomato, onion and pickle garnish. (Gluten-free bun available upon request)
Our burgers are cooked to a minimum temperature of medium well (71)
Classic Burger
16.00 |
Bacon & Applewood Smoked Cheddar Burger
18.00 |
Grilled Vegetable Sandwich (until 3pm)
16.00 |

Moroccan Chicken Sandwich (until 3pm)
16.00 |
Served with your choice of soup or HotHouse fries
1.50 | ||
2.00 | ||
3.00 |
Small Bistro/Caesar Salad
Greek Salad
BEVERAGES
2% or Chocolate Milk
3.95 | 20 oz |
Soft Drink
3.75 | 20 oz |
Iced Tea
3.95 |
Juices
4.95 | 20 oz |
HotHouse Tropical Juice
sm. | 3.95 | |
large | 4.95 |
Fresh Squeezed Orange Juice
4.50 |
Fresh Squeezed Lemonade
4.95 |



Wednesday night gourmet buffet
PrintJoin us every Wednesday from 5pm-9pm
*our regular menu also available during this time*
Only $23.95/guest
Caesar Salad
Greek
Pasta Salad (gluten free)
A selection of Pasta Salads
Korean Beef Noodle Salad
Quinoa Salad
Baby Shrimp Salad
Crab Salad with Fresh Dill
Gourmet Cheese Platter
Antipasti Platter
Cold Poached Salmon with creamy dill dressing
HOT ITEMS
Carvery of Roast Beef with horseradish and gravy accompaniments
Roasted Herbed Potatoes
Baked Lasagne al Forno
Baked Cheese Cappelletti
A selection of Gourmet Pizzette
Wild Rice Pilaf
Fresh Steamed Garden Vegetables
Steamed Mussels with White Wine, Tomato Sauce & Chipotle Peppers
Zesty Baked BBQ Chicken
Daily Soup with fresh breads and rolls
Pasta Bar with a variety of Fresh Sauces and Ingredients to choose from and cooked to order
DESSERT
Decadent Dessert Buffet with a wonderful assortment of Cakes & Pastries
Fresh Hot Apple Crumble (Gluten Free)
A Selection of Fresh Seasonal Fruits & Berries
Gluten Free Options available
Some items subject to change due to availability
Wednesday buffet | 23.95 | guest |
Saturday morning breakfast
PrintSaturday Morning Breakfast
St Lawrence Classic
11.95 |
with your choice of either Peameal Bacon or Breakfast Bangers.
Served with whole wheat toast and home fries (or fresh fruit).
Steak & Eggs
17.95 | 6oz |
two farm fresh eggs any style, whole wheat toast and home fries (or fresh fruit).
Eggs Benedict
12.95 |
with Peameal Bacon and a rich Hollandaise.
Served with a side of home fries (or fresh fruit)
Eggs Florentine
12.95 |
with truffled spinach and a rich Hollandaise.
Served with a side of home fries (or fresh fruit)
Eggs Amelia
13.95 |
with smoked salmon and a rich Hollandaise.
Served with a side of home fries (or fresh fruit)
Hot House French Toast
10.95 |
golden brown and topped with a pear, maple cranberry compote and toasted pecans
Smoked Salmon Plate
14.95 |
red onions, capers, served with cream cheese and pumpernickel.
Little Italy Style
15.95 |
baked with Reggiano cheese. Served with Bistro salad and a Portuguese roll
Ham & Cheese Omelette
11.95 |
Served with whole wheat toast and home fries (or fresh fruit)
Bistro Omelette
11.95 |
Served with whole wheat toast and home fries (or fresh fruit)
SIDE ORDERS
Peameal Bacon
3.95 |
Fresh Fruit
2.95 |
Breakfast Bangers
3.95 |
Home Fries
3.95 |
Brunch Cocktails
Bloody Good Bloody Caesar
9.00 |
original Bloody Caesar with a dash of
fresh lime juice and a pinch of
horseradish.
Breakfast Martini
9.00 |
creates perfect synergy when muddled
with Plymouth Gin and Cointreaus
orange citrus notes.
Who says you cant have a martini for
breakfast?
Gingerbread Latte
with Captain Morgan Spiced Rum and a
dash of Gingerbread Syrup.
Classic Mimosa
6.00 |
favourite Freshly Squeezed Orange
Juice, Champagne with a splash of
Grand Marnier.
Tropical Mimosa
6.00 |
Classic Mimosa. Champagne with a splash
of Rum, topped with a blend of fresh
Strawberry, Mango, Guava and Lime Juice.
Mimosa Special
Why not celebrate your weekend in style
and enjoy our Mimosa Special
(Classic or Tropical)
2 for $9.00 + tax
Brunch Beverages
Hot House Juice
5.95 |
Strawberry, Mango, Raspberry and
Lime juices
Freshly Squeezed Lemonade and Raspberry Lemonade
4.95 |
Freshly Squeezed Orange Juice
4.50 |
Pitcher of Fresh Squeezed Orange Juice
23.00 |
Espresso
3.25 |
Cappuccino
3.95 |
Cafe Latte
3.95 |
Hot Chocolate
3.50 |
Herbal Teas
2.95 |
Specialty Herbal and Fruit Teas.
Please ask your Server
Award winning brunch buffet
PrintAward Winning Brunch Buffet
Every Sunday From 9:30 a.m. with last seating at 3:00 pm (ends around 4:30pm)
Featuring Live Jazz between 11am-3pm
Reservations highly recommended. Please call directly at 416-366-7800
SUNDAY BRUNCH BUFFET
carvery of smoked ham
carvery of roast beef
steamed mussels in white wine
baked barbequed chicken
fresh seasonal vegetables
rice pilaf
roasted potatoes
baked meat and cheese lasagna
baked cheese cappelletti
black bean stir fry
chefs inspiration our signature brunch dish (changes weekly)
BREAKFAST ITEMS
custom omelette bar with a variety of gourmet ingredients
greek pasta salad (gluten free)
crisp bacon
pork and chicken sausages
scrambled eggs
SALADS
fresh poached atlantic salmon
baby shrimp salad
quinoa
roasted beet
a selection of gourmet cheeses
antipasto platter
potato salad
thai beef salad
mesclun green salad
crab salad
greek salad
BREADS
fresh baked cinnamon buns
pain au chocolat
assorted buns, breads & dinner rolls
meuslix with vanilla yoghurt
freshly baked bagels
freshly baked croissants
fresh fruit scones & biscuits
DESSERTS
fresh belgian waffles with hot fudge & berry sauces
a selection of fresh fruits
fruit salad
variety of fresh cakes and brownies
fresh hot apple crumble (gluten free)
caramelized pecan and cranberry french toast
gluten free dessert options
Subject to Change Due to Availability
Dessert
PrintDessert
Tiramisu
9.00 |
Maple Creme Brule
8.00 |
New York Baked Cheesecake
9.00 |
Dark Chocolate and Pecan Brownie
9.00 |
Sticky Toffee Pudding
8.00 |
Carrot Cake
8.00 |
Chocolate Utopia
9.00 |
London Dairy Ice Cream Company
7.00 |
Group menus & events package
PrintCorporate Functions, Showers, Celebrations & More!
Pre fixe menus, Buffet style and Cocktail menus!
Wine & beverage
PrintOff-site catering
PrintCorporate and Private Catering
Whether you're hosting a casual breakfast meeting, family luncheon, corporate cocktail reception, or formal seated dinner, Hot House Hospitality does it all with the utmost professionalism.
You'll find an impressive selection of affordable catering options for any occasion in our Catering package. Our In-House Events Manager will be happy to work with you to organize what is best suited to your event.
Download the PDF to see our selections.
* Menu items and prices are subject to change without notice and are displayed for informational purposes only.
Reservations
Please take a moment to fill out our online reservation form and search for availability.
NOTES:
For Groups more than 12, please call us directly or email at events@hothouserestaurant.com
For Sunday Brunch Reservations, please call us directly at 416-366-7800
Group Functions

The Hot House Restaurant & Bar offers great food and wine, exceptional service, and a comfortable atmosphere at a reasonable price. Book your group functions with The House House today!
VENUE SPACES AND CAPACITIES :
1. Church St. Dining - (120 seated guests; 150 cocktail reception)
2. Library - (48 seated guests; 30 cocktail reception)
3. Mezzanine - (48 seated guests; 60 cocktail reception)
4. Atrium - (40 seated guests; 60 cocktail reception)
5. Courtyard - (Combined spaces of the Library, Mezzaine and Atrium, 170 seated guests; 275 cocktail reception)
Library & Atrium Event Venues
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170-275
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We offer unique set menus for private dining events, as well as delicious hors d'oeuvres menu selections for cocktail receptions.
Call us at 416.366.7800 or email events@hothouserestaurant.com for more information and to reserve a booking.
Catering
Let Us Take The Stress Out Of Your Catering! Hosting a party, corporate event, or celebration? We can help!
Download PDF Catering Booklet under MENU TAB!
Please Contact Our In-House Event Manager
REQUEST CATERING
VIP List
Please take a moment to fill out our VIP Newsletter Member form below. VIP Newsletter Members receive access to a wide range of exclusive benefits which include automatic entry into all of our contests, compliments from The Hot House on your birthday and/or anniversary, invitations to cocktail evenings, periodical newsletters and other special promotions from The Hot House. Please note that your privacy is important to us and your information will not be passed on to any third parties. View our Privacy Policy.
Contest Rules : To participate in the The Hot House contest you will need to sign up as a The Hot House VIP Newsletter Member to receive our communications.
* One winner will be drawn each month and notified by email.Contact
Toronto, ON
M5E 1T3
Hours may change during holidays or special occasions. Please contact the establishment for specific information.
Monday - Thursday: | 11:00am - 11:00pm |
Friday: | 11:00am - 12:00am |
Saturday: | 10:00am - 12:00am |
Sunday: | 9:30am - 11:00pm |
Directions
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* The directions provided by this site are for planning purposes only. You may find that construction projects, traffic, weather, or other events may cause conditions to differ from the map results, and you should plan your route accordingly. You must obey all signs or notices regarding your route.
Details & Features
Type: | Italian |
Features: | Brunch, Events, Group Functions, Open on Sunday, Extensive Wine List, Catering, Gluten Free Options, Award Winning, Vegetarian Options, Kids' Menu, Patio, Wheelchair Accessible, WiFi |
Neighbourhood: | St. Lawrence Market, Old Town |
Payment: | Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Interac, Travellers Cheques |
Price Range: | $$$$ » Moderate (Between $10 to $20) |
Atmosphere: | Casual |
Attire: | Casual |
Specials
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Thursday :
Martini Thursday $7 till 7pm!
Cheers to the end of the work week
Join us for $7 premium martinis until 7pm! -
Friday :
Enjoy our special 3 course prix-fixe Weekend Menu, available Friday nights, Saturdays and Sundays. Chef Curt's menu features a variety of delicious favorites!
Fish & Chips $18 - Beer battered Halibut, minted peas, house made tartar sauce & fries! -
Saturday :
Join us for our Breakfast Menu on Saturdays from 10am to 1pm
Enjoy our special 3 course prix-fixe Weekend Menu, available Friday nights, Saturdays and Sundays. Chef Curt's menu features a variety of delicious favorites! -
Sunday :
Sunday Brunch Buffet- $24.95 for adults; $12.47 for children between 6 and 10 years old: free for children 5 and younger
Every Sunday From 9:30 a.m. to 3:00 pm featuring Live Jazz.
Reservations Recommended 416.366.7800
Enjoy our special 3 course prix-fixe Weekend Menu, available Friday nights, Saturdays and Sundays. Chef Curt's menu features a variety of delicious favorites! -
Monday :
Mussel Mmmondays- Join us for a $10 pound of mussels - Three styles to choose from!
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Wednesday :
Something for Everyone & Great for Groups!
Gourmet Wednesday Dinner Buffet featuring a made to order pasta bar! $23.95/guest 5pm-9pm
Weddings
The Hot House strives in making your wedding celebration affordable and stress free by providing cost friendly menus, a versatile event space and the assistance of our Event Manager every step of the way.
With our distinct event areas–The Library, Mezzanine & Atrium– The Hot House can host a seated reception for up to 160 guests or a cocktail celebration for up to 275. Please contact our Events Manager at 416-366-7800 or events@hothouserestaurant.com to learn more about our menus and venue spaces!
Our spaces are also perfect for hosting a shower, rehersal dinner or even a day after event!
We invite you to experience The Home of Hospitality!

