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 neighborhood, we're situated amongst many of the city's iconic landmarks and entertainment hotspots. We hope you'll join us to experience the home of hospitality.
HOTHOUSE Holiday Hours
Christmas Eve / 11:00am - 10:00pm
Christmas Day / Closed
Boxing Day / 4:00pm - 10:00pm
New Years Eve / Please book your holiday dinner at HOTHOUSE!
New Years Day / Brunch Buffet from
9am - 4pm followed by an à la carte menu
Please note there will be no Wednesday
Dinner Buffet on New Years Day!
Famous Sunday Brunch Buffet
Don't miss our award-winning brunch buffet with live jazz every Sunday from 9:00am to 3pm. It's not to be missed! Reservations recommended.
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Mussel Monday
$12 per pound of mussels | Choice of 2 sauces | $19 pitchers of Side Launch Wheat until 6pm
Tuesday Half Price Wine
½ Price Bottles of Wine | All day Tuesday
Wednesday Buffet
5:00 - 9:00 p.m. | Featuring a made-to-order pasta bar | $25.95 per person
Weekend Prix-Fixe
Three course | Available Friday and Saturday Starts at 5:00 p.m. | Chef Curt’s menu features a variety of delicious favourites
Award Winning Sunday Brunch
Every Sunday from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. | Featuring live jazz music | $27.95 per person | 2 for $11 Mimosas & Caesars
Sunday Roast
Choice of Prime Rib or Curt's featured Roast with all the fixings
Appetizers
Daily Soup $8
Roasted Butternut Squash Bisque $8
Jerk Fried Cauliflower $12
Cauliflower seasoned with thyme, allspice, cinnamon and scotch bonnet peppers, dredged in a chickpea flour and fried. served with a pineapple salsa and vegan pineapple aioli
Capriccio Bread $10 | $16
Grilled traditional round Ciabatta Loaf brushed with garlic and olive oil, baked with pesto, mozzarella and feta cheese. Served with basil marinated Roma tomatoes
Mediterranean Mezze Platter $16
Baba ganoush, hummus, labneh, house pickled turnips, cornichons, olives, roasted red peppers and grilled naan bread with za’atar
Warm Spinach and Artichoke Dip $14
Our take on the classic comfort dip with roasted lemons and served with garlic rubbed crostini
Crab Cakes $16
Blue claw crab meat, fresh tarragon, chives and roasted red peppers lightly fried and served with a preserved lemon and serrano chil aioli
General Tso's Chicken $14
Crispy chicken thigh strips tossed in a sweet and spicy sauce with a hint of orange
Calamari $17
Lightly coated with potato starch and fried with preserved lemon and serrano chili aioli
Salads & Such
Small | Large
Our house dressing is a balsamic, shallot, thyme and Dijon mustard vinaigrette
Market Salad $8 | $15
Grape tomatoes, celeriac, watermelon radish, baby lettuce, onion sprouts & house dressing
Greek $9 | $16
English Cucumbers, Roma tomatoes, peppers, red onion, Kalamata olives, romaine lettuce, feta cheese & traditional dressing
Caesar $8 | $15
Romaine, bacon bits, croutons & Curt’s HOTHOUSE Caesar dressing
Superfood Salad $19
Quinoa, roasted butternut squash, avocado, broccoli, grapes, on a bed of baby kale and spinach, pomegranate seeds, fresh basil vinaigrette
Tuna Poke Bowl $19
Yellowfin tuna marinated in soy sauce, ginger, garlic, rice wine vinegar, seasoned jasmine rice, avocado, edamame, cucumber, heirloom carrots, pickled ginger, furikake sprinkle
Roasted Beet & Chèvre $17
Roasted red beets, pumpkin seeds, walnuts, goat's cheese, pickled onions, baby greens with tahini lemon za’atar dressing
Cobb Salad $20
Smoked chicken, crisp speck, Panko fried egg, avocado, gruyère cheese, grape tomatoes, romaine lettuce, green goddess dressing
Add ons
+Grilled Chicken Breast $7
+Skewer of 3 Jumbo Shrimp $7
+7oz Grilled Salmon Filet $12
Burgers
Our burgers are made from 100% ground Angus chuck and brisket (except the Quinoa and Chickpea Kofta Burger), served on an Ace bakery bun with crisp lettuce, tomato, onion and pickle garnish
Woolrich Farms Goat Cheese & Caramelized Onion $19
Bacon & Applewood Smoked Cheddar Burger $18
Quinoa and Chickpea Kofta Burger $16
Garnished with tomato, onion, and mint. Served with a side of preserved lemon and serrano chili aioli
Burgers are served with your choice of soup or HOTHOUSE fries
+Sweet Potato Fries $2.50
+Small Market or Caesar Salad $3
+Small Greek Salad $3.50
Pizzas
Di Parma $18
Tomato sauce, fontina and mozzarella cheese, Fini Prosciutto di Parma and arugula
Il Diavolo $18
Tomato sauce, blackened chicken, spicy Italian sausage, jalapeños, roasted garlic, fontina and mozzarella cheese
Smoked Duck $20
Bechamel, caramelized onions, roasted garlic, smoked duck breast, fontina and mozzarella cheese, fried rosemary
Funghi $17
Bechamel, forest mushroom duxelle, rosemary, truffle oil, mozzarella and asiago cheese
Gluten-free pizza crust available for $4
Pastas
Small | Large
Wild Boar Bolognese $16 | $21
A slowly simmered rich Bolognese of wild boar, fresh herbs, Roma tomatoes & Cabernet Sauvignon tossed with tagliatelle
Puttanesca $19 | $24
Tiger shrimp, sea scallops, capers, anchovies, Niçoise olives, cherry tomatoes, extra virgin olive oil, tomato basil sauce with tagliatelle
Penne Alla Sambuca $16 | $21
Chicken breast, diced tomatoes, snow peas, red and yellow peppers, in a tomato cream Sambuca sauce
Cappelletti $20
Stuffed with ricotta and romano cheeses, baked with a rosé sauce & mozzarella
Sicilian Gnocchi $23
Potato gnocchi, pancetta, cremini mushrooms, in a gorgonzola and mascarpone cream sauce
Gluten-free pasta available (It's vegan)
Entrees
Coffee Ancho Short Rib $32
Short rib braised with coffee and ancho chili peppers served with our creamy mac’n’cheese with a side of house vegetables
The following entrées are served with seasonal vegetables and a choice of: baked potato, leek and chive mashed potato, rice pilaf or HOTHOUSE fries
Coq Au Vin $27
Supreme of chicken, baked and finished with a classic sauce of double smoked bacon, cabernet sauvignon, cremini mushrooms and roasted pearl onions
ATLANTIC SALMON $29
Fresh fillet of Atlantic salmon with a classic meuniere butter
NEW YORK STRIPLOIN $36
Dry aged 10 oz “AAA” striploin served with truffled cremini mushrooms
Catch of the Day
Please ask your Server
HOTHOUSE Mussels $17
Choice of either Boshkung Cream ale or our Coconut curry mussels
+Fries $4
BBQ BABY BACK RIBS $30
Full Rack of Chef Curt’s Bourbon BBQ Ribs
Blue Plate Specials
Turkey Meatloaf $19
A lighter version of the classic blue plate special made with ground turkey and spinach served as an individual loaf on a bed of Yukon gold mashed potatoes, cranberry sauce, seasonal vegetable and a thyme onion jus
Add a small caesar salad or market salad to any of the following Blue Plate Specials for just $4
Creamy Mac N Cheese $16
Baked with fontina, old white cheddar and asiago topped with a crispy au gratin
Lasagna Al Forno $21
Ricotta cheese, spinach, ground beef, veal & pork with a tomato basil sauce and mozzarella
Shepherd's Pie $18
Chef Curt’s famous shepherd's pie made with ground beef, veal and pork, petite peas, carrots and onions baked with a crispy mashed potato top
Global Inspirations
JAMBALAYA $17 | $24
Tiger shrimp, blackened chicken breast, spicy Italian sausage, bell peppers, red onion, chili peppers & tomatoes on wild rice pilaf
MAKHANI CURRY CHICKEN $22
Chicken breast simmered in a mild, rich and tangy sauce of yogurt, cream, tomato & butter, with our own blend of garam masala curry spices. Served with aged basmati rice, grilled naan and a side of anchar spiced green apples
Thai Noodles $19
Rice noodles stir fried with shrimp, chicken, tofu, green onions and bean sprouts in a traditional pad thai sauce (contains peanuts)
Stirfry $17
Broccoli, peppers, snow peas & bean sprouts with a sweet & sour sauce on basmati rice
+Chicken $6
+Tofu $5
+Shrimp $8
Desserts
HOTHOUSE SIGNATURE TIRAMISU $9
Sponge cake drenched in espresso, Kahlua, brandy, Frangelico and Baileys Irish Cream. Covered with layers of sweetened Mascarpone cheese and lightly dusted with cocoa powder
SNICKERDOODLE CRÈME BRÛLÉE $9
Classic French dessert infused with cinnamon then torched to create a perfect crunchy top and garnished with candied pecans
NEW YORK BAKED CHEESECAKE $9
An ultra-rich cheesecake with graham crackercrust and perfectly sweet strawberry sauce
STICKY TOFFEE PUDDING $9
The quintessential English dessert served warm, with a scoop of vanilla ice cream
LEMON CURD SHORTBREAD $9
Shortbread crust with a tang sweet lemon curd filling dusted with icing sugar and served with fresh raspberries and mint
CHOCOLATE FUDGE CAKE $9
Five layers of rich, moist chocolate cake with decadent chocolate icing
APPLE PECAN PIE $9
Flaky butter crust filled with Ontario apples topped with a crunchy pecan crumble served warm à la mode
VEGAN CHOCOLATE CAKE $9
An individual cake made from plant-based ingredients with a brownie bottom and decadent chocolate ganache layer GF
$10.50
Choose one of the following entrees:
Pizza
Gourmet thin crust pizza with a choice of pepperoni or cheese
Pasta
Penne with your choice of tomato, Alfredo, or tomato cream sauce
Burger
8oz beef burger served with HOTHOUSE fries, caesar salad or garden salad
Chicken Fingers
Breaded chicken tenders served with HOTHOUSE fries, caesar salad or garden salad
To accompany your entree:
Beverage
Soft drink, apple juice, cranberry juice, or milk
Dessert
Vanilla ice cream with a choice of chocolate syrup, strawberry topping, or caramel sauce
Wine
We like to see the glass as half full.
By The Glass Whites
6oz | 9oz | Bottle
Trapiche Astica’ Semillon Sauvignon $8.25 | $12 | $34
Mendoza, Argentina
Pelee Pink Rosé $10 / $15 / $47
Marlborough, New Zealand
Redstone Winery Riesling VQA $11 | $16 | $47
Niagara, Ontario
Collavini Pinot Grigio $11 | $16 | $47
Friuli, Italy
Willaim Hill Chardonnay $11 | $16 | $47
Central Coast, California
Whitehaven Sauvignon Blanc $12 | $18 | $50
Marlborough, New Zealand
By The Glass Reds
6oz | 9oz | Bottle
Trapiche ‘Astica’ Merlot Malbec $8.25 | $12 | $34
Mendoza, Argentina
Frescobaldi Castiglioni Chianti $10 | $15 | $47
Tuscany, Italy
Mount Oakden Shiraz $11 | $16 | $48
Clare Valley, Australia
Long Barn Pinot Noir $11 | $16 | $47
Napa Valley, California
Seven Peaks Cabernet Sauvignon $12 | $18 | $50
Central Coast, California
Ironstone Vineyards Merlot $12 | $18 | $50
Lodi, California
Silk Oak Cabernet Sauvignon $13 | $20 | $54
Lodi, California
Whites & Rosati
From the Rest of The World
Masciarelli Colline Teatine Rosato 2016 $42
Abruzzo, Italy
Les Jamelles ‘Essentiel’ Viognier 2016 $42
Languedoc, France
Bougrier Vouvray Chenin Blanc $45
Loire Valley, Italy
Cave Springs ‘Dolomite’ Riesling VQA $45
Niagara, Ontario
Cattail Creek Family Estate Winery Gewurztraminer 2013 $48
Niagara, Ontario
Mission Hill Reserve Pinot Gris 2017 $55
Okanagan Valley, BC
St Francis Chardonnay 2016 $60
Sonoma, California
Reds
Light to medium bodied, bright and fruity
Les Jamelles ‘Essentiel’ Merlot $45
Languedoc, France
Southbrook ‘Triomphe’ Cabernet Franc VQA 2016 $48
Niagara, Ontario
Rosehall ‘Hungry Point’ Pinot Noir VQA 2014 $50
Prince Edward County, Ontario
Reds
Medium bodied & velvety
The Velvet Devil Merlot $45
Washington State, USA
Ghost Pines Merlot $55
California, USA
J Lohr Seven Oaks Cabernet Sauvignon $60
California, USA
Ruffino Chianti Classico Riserva Ducale $65
Toscana, Italy
Francis Copolla ‘Diamond Collection’ Blue Label Merlot $65
California, USA
MacMurray Ranch Pinot Noir $70
Russian River Valley, California
Farnese ‘Edizione’ $75
Abruzzo & Puglia, Italy
Collematoni Brunello Di Montalcino 2012 $110
Toscana, Italy
Reds
Medium to full bodied, earthy and oaky
Feudi Di San Pio Valpolicella ‘Ripasso’ $40
Veneto, Italy
Mazzei Poggio Badiola Di Fonterutoli Super Tuscan $48
Toscana, Italy
Ca’momi Rosso di Napa $50
Napa Valley, California
Francis Copolla ‘Diamond Collection’ Red Label Zinfandel $55
California, USA
Francis Copolla Ivory Label Cabernet Sauvignon $60
California, USA
Santa Margherita Chianti Classico $60
Toscana, Italy
Rodney Strong Cabernet Sauvignon $70
Sonoma County
Batasiolo Barolo D.O.C.G. $70
Piedmont, Italy
Bersano ‘Nervasco’ Barolo 2016 $85
Piemonte, Italy
Marchese De Frescobaldi Mormoreto 2010 T$95
Tuscany, Italy
Reds
Full bodied, bold and robust
Lindemans Bin 50 Shiraz $40
South Eastern Australia
Cinco Sentido’s Malbec $45
Mendoza, Argentina
Pipoli Aglianico Del Vulture Doc 2015 $50
Basilicata, Italy
Andeluna Cabernet Sauvignon ‘16 $50
Mendoza, Argentina
Ravenswood Old Vine Zinfandel $55
California, USA
Tenuta Monteti ‘Caburnio’ $55
Tuscany, Italy
Collemattoni Rosso Di Montalcino 2015 $60
Tuscany, Italy
Mission Mill Merlot Reserve 2015 $65
Okanagan Valley, BC
Feudi Di San Pio Amarone $80
Veneto, Italy
Masi Amarone Costasera D.O.C. $95
Veneto, Italy
Sparkling | Glass
VILLA SANDI PROSECCO NV $9
Sparkling | Bottles
VILLA SANDI PROSECCO NV $42
VEUVE CLIQUOT BRUT $125
MOET & CHANDON $125
DOM PERIGNON 2009 $360
Cocktails
Sharing is caring. Made to share by the pitcher or enjoy by the glass.
RASPBERRY GIN LEMONADE 12 / 46
The ultimate thirst quencher! An invigorating blend of equal parts Bull Dog Gin, lychee liqueur, finished with fresh-pressed and additive-free raspberry lemonade.
WHITE WINE SANGRIA 14 / 48
A delicious and refreshing fusion of Moscato, Triple Sec, and fresh-pressed Passionfruit lemonade, assorted fruit medley.
RED WINE SANGRIA 14 / 48
Mouth-watering blend of fresh-pressed juices and red wine, prepared with a drizzle of almond syrup, fruit medley, splash of ginger ale.
PINEAPPLE SPRITZ 12 / 46
Aperol, Pineapple Juice, Lemon and Prosecco.
PRIMAVERA SMASH 12 / 46
Fresh thyme and plum-infused Skyy vodka, Galliano, blueberry lemonade.
Summer Cocktails
Crafted with care for your enjoyment.
GIN BASIL SMASH $14
A refreshing blend of London dry gin, muddled basil leaves, ginger syrup and lemon juice. Served in a rocks glass over ice with a basil garnish. 1.5 oz. alc. per serving
FIRST FIAT $14
Rhubarb-infused Campari, Triple Sec, Passionfruit Lemonade, and orange simple syrup. 1.5 oz. alc. per serving
ROMAN DAWN $14
Fresh pressed Blood Orange juice, drizzle of simple syrup, and 1.5 ounces of Campari, shaken over ice. 1.5 oz. alc. per serving
DARK AND STORMY $14
Dark rum, ginger beer, splash of lime juice, ice. 1.5 oz. alc. per serving
THE APEROL SUNSET $14
1.5 ounces of Aperol, 0.5 ounce of Wild Turkey, 0.5 ounce orange rind simple syrup, 0.5 ounce of lemon juice. Served over ice. 2 oz. alc. per serving
Smoked Cocktails
2oz
SMOKEY MARGARITA $14
Applewood-smoked, in-house. El Jimador tequila and Triple Sec, fresh lime juice and agave nectar, served over ice.
SMOKED OLD FASHIONED $14
Applewood-smoked, in-house. Knob Creek bourbon, Ontario maple syrup & Angostura bitters, and served with an ice ball.
Martinis
$8 feature on Thursdays
PREMIUM VODKA MARTINI $13
Absolut, Stolichnaya, Ketel One
TOP SHELF VODKA MARTINI $15
Grey Goose, Belvedere, Chopin, Absolut Elyx
PREMIUM GIN MARTINI $13
Bombay Sapphire, Tanqueray, Gordon’s
TOP SHELF GIN MARTINI $15
Citadelle, Hendrick’s, Tanqueray Ten
The Classics
2oz
FRENCH MARTINI $13
Skyy Vodka, black raspberry liqueur & fresh pineapple and lemon juices, pineapple foam crown. (Contains pasteurized egg whites)
THE MANHATTAN $12 (or $14)
Maker’s Mark bourbon (or Woodford’s Reserve bourbon), stirred with sweet Vermouth and Angostura bitters.
NEGRONI $12
Campari stirred with Bulldog’s gin & sweet vermouth. Garnished with an orange twist.
MARGARITA $12 (or $15)
El Jimador tequila (or Patron tequila) with Cointreau, fresh lime juice, agave nectar, shaken and served over ice.
HH MOJITO $12
Appleton Estate V/X rum with fresh mint leaves, mint syrup & fresh lime juice, finished off with soda.
BOULEVARDIER $12
Bulleit Frontier bourbon, stirred with Campari and sweet Vermouth. Garnished with an orange twist and Marasca cherry.
Beer
Life is brewtiful.
Beers on Tap
10oz / 16oz / pitcher
BOSHKUNG CREAM ALE $6.00 / $7.90 / $22.50
5.0% ABV
BEAU’S LUG TREAD LAGERED ALE $6.00 / $7.90 / $22.50
5.2% ABV
STEAM WHISTLE PILSNER $6.00 / $7.50 / $22.50
5.3% ABV
BOSHKUNG KUNGAROO IPA $6.00 / $7.90 / $22.50
5.8% ABC
PERONI ‘NASTRO AZZURRO’ $6.00 / $7.90 / $22.50
5.1% ABV
BIG ROCK TRADITIONAL ALE $6.00 / $7.50 / $22.50
5.0% ABV
Ontario Cider
WEST AVENUE ‘CHERRIOSITY’ (500ML) $12
6.5% ABV
THORNBURY PREMIUM CIDER (473ML) $9
5.3% ABV
Ontario Craft Beer
Cans & Bottes
IPA
COLLECTIVE ARTS ‘LIFE IN THE CLOUDS’ IPA (473ML) $8
An unfiltered beer neither over-sweet or bitter, with a pillowy mouthfeel. Lovely tropical and pine notes. 6.1% ABV.
BRIMSTONE’S SINISTER MINISTER IPA (473ML) $10
Unfiltered and aggressively hopped. Vibrant and perfectly balanced, pouring a rustic orange with a exclusive malty backbone. Dry hopped to finish, intensifying the dynamic citrus, floral and stone fruits with a hint of pine. 7.0% ABV.
Porter & Stout
GREAT LAKES BREWERY HARRY PORTER (473ML) $9
As an American style Porter HP offers up the best of a traditional Porter with a flash of unique bittering hops to complement the roasted malts. Medium bodied with a creamy, silky mouthfeel and a soft chocolatey finish. 6.5% ABV.
BRIMSTONE’S MIDNIGHT MASS CHICORY OATMEAL STOUT (473ML) $10
Conditioned on chicory, a traditional coffee substitute, this beer undulates of rich chocolate and espresso notes with a dry finish. Oatmeal is added during the mashing process giving this beer it’s pleasing mouthfeel. 6.6% ABV.
We believe that indulgence isn’t reserved for weekends only. Join us every Wednesday evening from 5pm to 9pm to upgrade your midweek dinner plans. With over 25 cold and hot dishes to choose from, we offer a wide variety of delicious items to satisfy your cravings. Don’t forget to treat yourself to a dessert or three from our decadent dessert station.
Adults $25.95
Children (5 - 10) $12.95
Children (Under 5) Free
Hot Items
Carvery of Roast Beef, Horseradish and Gravy accompaniments
Roasted Herbed Potatoes
Pasta Bar with an Assortment of Fresh Sauces and Ingredients to Choose from and cooked just the way you like
Baked Lasagne al Forno
Baked Cheese Cappelletti
A selection of Gourmet Pizzettes
Rice Pilaf
Steamed Mussels with White Wine and Tomato Sauce
Steamed Garden Vegetables
Zesty Baked BBQ Chicken
Daily Soup with fresh breads and rolls
Salad Items
Caesar Salad
Greek Pasta Salad (gluten free)
A selection of Pasta Salads
Korean Beef Noodle Salad
Three Bean Salad
Potato and Chive Salad
Baby Shrimp Salad
Crab Salad with Fresh Dill
Gourmet Cheese Tray
Antipasto Platter
Cold Poached Salmon with Herb Crème Fraiche
Dessert
Assortment of decadent Fresh Cakes (such as Chocolate Mousse, Lemon Cream, Strawberry Shortcake, Cheesecake, Red Velvet and more!)
Fresh Hot Apple Crumble (Gluten Free)
A Selection of Fresh Seasonal Fruits & Berries
*Gluten Free Options Available
*Listed Items May Vary
Saturday Breakfast
Our Breakfast Menu is available from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m
SHAKSHUKA | $15
Two eggs lightly poached in tomatoes, onions, spinach, hint of chili and cumin, topped with feta, served with a crusty Portuguese bread
SMOKED SALMON PLATE | $17
Served with capers, onions, tomato slices, cream cheese and cucumber, Montréal style bagel
EGGS BENNY | $14
Toasted whole wheat English muffin, pea meal bacon, topped with house truffled hollandaise sauce, home fries
AMELIA | $18
Toasted whole wheat English muffin, poached eggs, wilted spinach, smoked salmon, topped with house truffled hollandaise sauce, home fries
ST. LAWRENCE CLASSIC | $15
Fluffy scrambled eggs, your choice of bangers or pea meal bacon, home fries and multigrain toast
HOTHOUSE Fritatta Sandwich | $16
Canadian back bacon, caramelized onion, semi dried tomato, Yukon gold potato, farm fresh eggs and cheese baked and served on herbed focaccia with arugula and home fries
FRENCH TOAST | $14
Three slices of egg dipped challah bread, cooked to a golden brown and topped with a pear, maple cranberry compote, toasted pecans
BISTRO OMELETTE | $14
Farm fresh eggs with goat’s cheese, roasted red peppers and caramelized onion, served with whole wheat toast and home fries
Substitue your Homefries for + $2 Fresh Fruit Bowl | + $3 Market Salad
Salads & Such
Small | Large
SUPERFOOD SALAD | $19
Tomato sauce, sautéed rapini, dried black olives, roasted garlic, fontina and ricotta cheese
GREEK SALAD $9 | $16
English cucumbers, Roma tomatoes, peppers, red onion, Kalamata olives, romaine lettuce, feta cheese & traditional dressing
CAESAR $8 | $15
Romaine, bacon bits, croutons & Curt’s HOTHOUSE Caesar dressing
COBB SALAD | $20
Smoked chicken, crisp speck, Panko fried egg, avocado, gruyère cheese, grape tomatoes, romaine lettuce, green goddess dressing
Burgers & Sandwiches
BACON & APPLEWOOD SMOKED CHEDDAR BURGER | $18
Made from 100% ground Angus chuck and brisket, served on an Ace bakery bun with crisp lettuce, tomato, onion and pickle garnish. Cooked to a minimum temperature of medium-well (71 degrees)
QUINOA AND CHICKPEA KOFTA BURGER | $16
Garnished with tomato, onion, and mint. Served with a side of preserved lemon and serrano chili aioli
MOROCCAN CHICKEN SANDWICH | $17
Chicken breast marinated in Moroccan spices, grilled and served on fresh ciabatta bread with roasted red peppers, caramelized onions, lettuce and a Charmoula mayo
REUBEN | $18
Beer braised corned beef piled high on marble rye with sauerkraut, onions, grainy mustard and gruyere cheese served toasted with HOTHOUSE fries
SIDES
Peameal Bacon | $4.25 Breakfast Bangers | $4.25 Fresh Fruit | $3.25 Home Fries | $3.9
Sandwiches and burgers are served with your choice of soup or HOTHOUSE fries
+Sweet Potato Fries $2.50
+Small Market or Caesar Salad $3
+Small Greek Salad $3.50
ADD TO ANY SALAD: + GRILLED CHICKEN BREAST | $7 + SKEWER OF SHRIMP | $7 + 7 OZ GRILLED SALMON | $12
PASTAS AND PIZZAS
WILD BOAR BOLOGNESE $16 | $21
A slowly simmered rich Bolognese of wild boar, fresh herbs, Roma tomatoes & Cabernet Sauvignon tossed with tagliatelle
PENNE ALLA SAMBUCA $16 | $21
Chicken breast, diced tomatoes, snow peas, red and yellow peppers, in a tomato cream Sambuca sauce
CREAMY MAC N CHEESE | $16
Baked with fontina, old white cheddar and asiago topped with a crispy au gratin
FUNGHI | $17
Bechamel, forest mushroom duxelle, rosemary, truffle oil, mozzarella and asiago cheese
IL DIAVOLO | $19
Tomato sauce, blackened chicken, spicy Italian sausage, jalapeños, roasted garlic, fontina and mozzarella cheese
Gluten-free pasta available / Gluten free pizza crust + $4
Sundays are destined for leisure, enjoying the company of your loved ones and most of all, feasting. Every Sunday from 9am to 3pm, join us for our famous brunch buffet in the lively St. Lawrence neighbourhood. Listen to the dazzling sounds of live jazz music while dining on all your favourite brunch dishes. Reserve a table to secure your Sunday plans!
Adults $27.99
Children (5 - 10) $13.95
Children (Under 5) Free
Hot Items
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 THAT CHANGES WEEKLY
Breakfast Items
CRISP BACON
PORK AND CHICKEN SAUSAGES
SCRAMBLED EGGS
CUSTOM OMELETTE BAR WITH A VARIETY OF GOURMET INGREDIENTS
MUESLI WITH VANILLA YOGHURT
Breads
CINNAMON BUNS
ASSORTED BREADS & ROLLS
BAGELS & CREAM CHEESE
FRESHLY BAKED BUTTER CROISSANTS
FRUIT SCONES AND BISCUITS
Sumptuous Desserts
FRESH BELGIAN WAFFLES WITH HOT FUDGE & BERRY SAUCES
A SELECTION OF FRESH FRUITS
FRUIT SALAD
VARIETY OF CAKES & PASTRIES
HOT APPLE CRUMBLE (GLUTEN FREE)
CARAMELIZED PECAN FRENCH TOAST
Salad
POTATO SALAD
THAI BEEF SALAD
MESCLUN GREEN SALAD
CRAB SALAD
GREEK PASTA SALAD (GLUTEN FREE)
POACHED ATLANTIC SALMON
BABY SHRIMP SALAD
QUINOA SALAD
ROASTED BEET SALAD
A SELECTION OF GOURMET CHEESES
ANTIPASTI PLATTER
Vegetarian
CAPRICCIO BREAD $8 | $14
Pesto, herbed tomatoes, mozzarella and feta, baked on a ciabatta loaf
MEDITERRANEAN TRIO $16
Labneh, hummus and black olive tapenade with grilled naan
BAKED BRIE $20
Port poached figs, preserves and walnuts, served warm
CARROT, PEAR AND GINGER SOUP $8
JERK FRIED CAULIFLOWER $14
Cauliflower seasoned with thyme, allspice, cinnamon and scotch bonnet peppers, dredged in a chickpea flour and fried. Served with a pineapple salsa
MARKET SALAD $8 small | $15 large
Apple, celeriac, red peppers, baby lettuce, onion sprouts and house dressing
APPLE CRANBERRY SALAD $16
Baby spinach, red onion, Royal Gala apples, cranberries, maple cider vinaigrette and feta cheese
HARVEST SUPERFOOD SALAD $19
Quinoa, roasted butternut squash, avocado, broccoli, grapes, on a bed of baby kale, pomegranate seeds, fresh basil vinaigrette
ROASTED BEET & CHÈVRE $18
Roasted red peppers and golden beets, baby lettuce, walnuts, chèvre, pumpkin seeds, tarragon dressing
GREEK $9 small | $16 large
English cucumbers, Roma tomatoes, peppers, red onion, Kalamata olives, baby kale, feta cheese and traditional dressing
GRILLED VEGETABLE SANDWICH $16
Marinated and grilled bell peppers, zucchini, Portabello mushroom, chèvre, arugula, herbed Italian loaf
RAPINI AND RICOTTA $18
Tomato sauce, sautéed rapini, chilies, black olives, roasted garlic, fresh ricotta and mozzarella cheese
ASIAN STIRFRY $17
Broccoli, peppers, snow peas and bean sprouts with a sweet and sour sauce on basmati rice
CAPPELLETTI $20
Stuffed with ricotta and romano cheeses, baked with a rosé sauce and mozzarella
BUCATINI AL OLIO $16 lunch | $21 dinner
Sautéed rapini, roasted garlic, panko bread crumbs, and chilli flakes served with bucatini pasta
Gluten Friendly
JERK FRIED CAULIFLOWER $14
Cauliflower seasoned with thyme, allspice, cinnamon and scotch bonnet peppers, dredged in a chickpea flour and fried. Served with a pineapple salsa
MARKET SALAD $8 small | $15 large
Apple, celeriac, red peppers, baby lettuce, onion sprouts and house dressing
APPLE CRANBERRY SALAD $16
Baby spinach, red onion, Royal Gala apples, cranberries, maple cider vinaigrette and feta cheese
Pizzas
Gluten-free crust available for additional $4
Pastas
Gluten-free pasta available (it's vegan too!)
Appetizer
Calamari $18
Lightly coated with potato starch and fried with preserved lemon and serrano chili aioli
MEDITERRANEAN MEZZE PLATTER $18
Baba ghanoush, hummous, labneh, house pickled turnips, cornichons, olives, roasted red peppers and grilled naan bread with za’atar
WARM SPINACH AND ARTICHOKE DIP $16
Our take on the classic comfort dip with roasted lemons and served with garlic rubbed crostini
LEMONGRASS SAMBAL SHRIMP $18
Tiger shrimp grilled with and served with a lemongrass and macadamia nut sambal dipping sauce, Asian coleslaw and shrimp chips
MARKET SALAD $9
Grape tomatoes, celeriac, watermelon radish, baby lettuce, onion sprouts and house dressing
CAESAR SALAD $9
Romaine, bacon bits, croutons and Curt’s HOTHOUSE Caesar dressing
Pasta
WILD BOAR BOLOGNESE $23
A slowly simmered rich bolognese of wild boar, fresh herbs, Roma tomatoes and Cabernet Sauvignon tossed with tagliatelle
SICILIAN GNOCCHI $24
Potato gnocchi, pancetta, cremini mushrooms, and a gorgonzola and mascarpone cream sauce
PUTTANESCA $25
Tiger shrimp, sea scallops, capers, anchovies, Niçoise olives, cherry tomatoes, extra virgin olive oil, tomato basil sauce with tagliatelle
PASTA MELANZANA $21
Italian eggplant, grape tomatoes, oregano, basil, garlic, olive oil, chilies, tomato basil sauce
Pizza
FRUTTI DI MARE $23
Pesto, tiger shrimp, sea scallops, roasted red peppers, and asiago cheese
SMOKED DUCK $22
White sauce, caramelized onions, roasted garlic, smoked duck breast, fontina and mozzarella cheese, fried rosemary
DI PARMA $21
Tomato sauce, fontina and mozzarella cheese, Fini Prosciutto di Parma and arugula
FUNGHI $21
Bechamel, forest mushroom duxelle, rosemary, truffle oil, mozzarella and asiago cheese
Gluten-free pizza crust available for $4
Entrees
SURF AND TURF $42
6oz AAA filet mignon, bacon wrapped and grilled, served with lobster tail, black truffle butter, porcini infused Yukon gold mashed potatoes and daily vegetable
STIRFRY $19
Broccoli, peppers, snow peas and bean sprouts with a sweet and sour sauce on basmati
+Chicken $6
+Tofu $5
+Shrimp $8
Duck Confit $32
Tender duck leg served on a bed of Yukon gold mashed potato with French green beans and heirloom carrots finished with a sour cherry, port and orange scented demi-glace
The following entrees are served with seasonal vegetable and your choice of baked potato, roasted root vegetable Yukon gold mashed potato, HOTHOUSE fries or wild rice pilaf.
GRILLED ATLANTIC SALMON $32
Fresh fillet of Atlantic salmon with wild leek butter
SUPREME OF CHICKEN $30
Stuffed with toasted pine nuts, wilted spinach and goats cheese finished with a thyme jus
PRIME RIBEYE $39
12 oz USDA Prime ribeye grilled to perfection topped with a porcini mushroom accented butter. Due to the nature of this cut of meat it is well marbled which adds to the flavour of the steak
Dessert
Tiramisu $10
Sponge cake drenched in espresso, Kahlua, brandy, Frangelico and Baileys Irish Cream, covered with layers of sweetened Mascarpone cheese and lightly dusted with cocoa powder
Sticky Toffee Pudding $10
The quintessential English dessert served warm, with a scoop of vanilla ice cream
3 COURSE PRIX FIXE
Elevate your New Year’s dining experience. Add your choice of appetizer and dessert to a main for just $12 plus tax. Add a glass of Prosecco for $2.
Prix Fixe Appetizer
HEARTS OF ROMAINE CAESAR SALAD
Romaine, bacon bits, croutons and Chef Curt’s HOTHOUSE Caesar dressing
Crab Cake
Blue claw crab meat, fresh tarragon, chives and roasted red peppers lightly fried and served with a preserved lemon and serrano chili aioli
Chicken Liver Pate
Housemade chicken liver pate served with Kozlik’s triple crunch mustard, cornichons and garlic rubbed crostini
WARM CHEVRE & TAPENADE
Slightly warmed chevre and Nicoise olive tapenade with a fresh tomato concasse, served with garlic rubbed crostini and grilled naan bread
BUTTERNUT SQUASH BISQUE
Prix Fixe Main
Your choice of any pizza, pasta or entree.
Prix Fixe Dessert
Whiskey Crème Brulee
Bread Pudding Served Warm with Custard
Apple Crisp à la Mode
We are thrilled you are considering HOTHOUSE for your Holiday Reception! Please review our suggested menus for this year. We are happy to address any questions or changes you may require. A Holiday Lite menu is also available upon request.
Events & Catering
Great food is the foundation of every noteworthy event. Whether you're hosting a corporate dinner, casual gathering or private event, HOTHOUSE delivers an unforgettable dining experience. Our distinct venues are capable of hosting a range of capacities up to 300 people. Share your event needs and we'll craft a uniquely catered celebration for you and your guests.
Venue Spaces & Capacities
Courtyard (combined spaces of the Board Room, Mezzanine and Atrium): 154 seated guests; 275 cocktail reception
Board Room: 36 seated guests; 35 cocktail reception
Mezzanine: 48 seated guests; 60 cocktail reception
Atrium: 40 seated guests; 60 cocktail reception
Church St. Dining: 115 seated guests; 150 cocktail reception
Weddings
We take great care making your special day unforgettable. HOTHOUSE offers cost-friendly menus and the support of an Event Manager to guide you through every step of the planning process. Our space can host seated receptions for up to 160 guests or cocktail celebrations for up to 275.
Looking for an adaptable space? Our venues can host bridal showers and rehearsal dinners too.
Contact Us
Get Directions to HOTHOUSE via Google MapsOperating Hours
Monday - Thursday / 11:00am - 10:00pm
Friday / 11:00am - 11:00pm
Saturday / 10:00am - 11:00pm
Sunday / 9:00am - 10:00pm
Holiday Hours
Christmas Eve / 11:00am - 10:00pm
Christmas Day / Closed
Boxing Day / 4:00pm - 10:00pm
New Years Day / Brunch Buffet from
9am - 4pm followed by an à la carte menu
Please note there will be no Wednesday Dinner Buffet on New Years Day!
35 Church St,
Toronto, ON M5E 1T3
416.366.7800
events@hothouserestaurant.com
Located at the corner of Church and Front Street, we’re situated amongst many iconic landmarks and entertainment hotspots including Scotiabank Arena, Elgin Theatre, Canadian Stage, and more! We’re stationed just a short walk from both King & Union Subway Stations (5-7 minutes) with the nearest streetcar stop at King and Church (1 minute walk).