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HotHouse: The Perfect Toronto Venue for Your Wedding or Special Event

HotHouse is a premier Toronto-based restaurant and event venue with over 25 years of experience creating unforgettable moments for weddings and special occasions. Known for its versatile event spaces, affordable yet exquisite menus, and exceptional service, HotHouse offers the ideal setting to make your big day truly special.

Facilities and Capacity

HotHouse provides a stylish and adaptable space to accommodate your unique vision. The venue comfortably hosts:

  • Up to 154 guests for a seated reception.
  • Up to 200 guests for a strolling cocktail reception.

Whether you dream of an intimate gathering or a lively celebration, their experienced team will tailor the layout and ambiance to suit your needs.

Services Offered

HotHouse takes the stress out of wedding planning by offering a comprehensive range of services, including:

  • Catering: Customizable menu options to delight your guests.
  • Bar Services: A fully stocked bar with professional bartenders.
  • Event Planning: Dedicated staff to ensure every detail is perfect.

Cuisine

Indulge in a diverse menu featuring Italian-inspired dishes and mouthwatering desserts. HotHouse provides a variety of dining experiences to match your style and budget:

  • Buffet
  • Cocktail reception
  • Dessert stations
  • Family-style dining
  • Hors d'oeuvres
  • Plated meals
  • Stations
  • Tastings

Their focus on high-quality ingredients and expert preparation ensures a dining experience that impresses without breaking the bank.

Choose HotHouse to create a memorable and stress-free celebration for your wedding or special event. With their exceptional facilities, outstanding services, and exquisite cuisine, your big day will be everything you’ve dreamed of and more.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the minimum number of guests required to book your venue?

40 For Private Wedding

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

3

Describe your venue:

Restaurant

Describe the style of your venue:

City
Classic
Garden

What kind of settings are available?

Covered outdoor
Indoor
Uncovered outdoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony
Reception
Bridal shower
Engagement party
Rehearsal dinner

What event services do you offer?

Catering / bar
Clean up
Event planning

What catering services do you offer?

Buffet
Cocktail reception
Dessert
Family style
Hors d'oeuvres
Plated
Server(s)
Stations
Tastings

What bar services do you provide?

Bartender(s)
Cash bar
Champagne toast
House beer
House wine
House liquor
Limited bar
Liquor license
Open bar
Premium liquor
Signature drink
Specialty beer
Specialty wine

What event items are available?

Audio equipment
Dance floor
Furniture
Chairs
Tables

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware
Flatware
Glassware

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Wheelchair access

Do you have a site fee for wedding receptions at your venue?

Yes

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during peak season?

$250

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during off-peak season?

$250

Do you have a site fee for wedding ceremonies at your venue?

Yes

What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during peak season?

$500

What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during off-peak season?

$500

Which of the following are included in starting site fee?

Clean up
Event planning
Chairs
Tables
Flatware
Glassware
Lighting/sound

What is the average catering price per person for plated service?

$45

What is the average catering price per person for buffet service?

$45

What is the average catering price per person for stations?

$30

What is the average catering price per person for hors d'oeurves?

$20

Which of the following are included in the cost of wedding catering?

Cake cutting

What is the starting price per person for bar service?

$10

Which of the following are included in the starting price for bar service?

Limited bar
House beer
House wine
Champagne toast
House liquor
Signature drink
Bartenders
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Reviews for The Hot House Restaurant & Bar

Kathleen
Kathleen Sent on 28/02/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing experience and a super affordable downtown venue!

We had an amazing experience at Hothouse. The food was amazing, the ambience was lovely and the location is perfect for hosting out of town guests. The staff did an amazing job and our guests had such a great time. This is also by far the most cost effective venue for downtown toronto as the minimum spends are reasonable, they can procure linens for a low fee, helped with set up and tear down and have a microphone and podium available. The decor of the rooms also means that we needed minimal decorations but the venue looked amazing. I will be recommending them again and of course we will go back for dinner😊
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Duygu Sent on 03/10/2022
5 out of 5 rating

It was everything we wanted for our wedding dinner

My husband and I had an amazing time at HotHouse. We booked it for our celebratory wedding dinner of 40 people, and it was such a great experience. It’s such a great location to have a warm, intimate wedding dinner. Rafael the Events Manager and all the other employees went above and beyond to meet our expectations. They were so helpful when we had questions or problems. They worked towards resolving them immediately and they did so with a friendly and professional attitude. Also, they were very understanding in terms of COVID. We had a terrible experience with another vendor when our wedding had to be cancelled because of COVID, so I was extra appreciative of HotHouse and their accommodating policies towards COVID. Our guests seemed happy, and so many of them complemented the food and the atmosphere during the event. I kept hearing “How did you find this place? It’s awesome!” I’m so lucky I found this place and I would highly recommend it to anyone. I’m sure I’ll be returning to this location for many more celebrations in the future. A huge thank you to the HotHouse team for making our day so special!
Christine
Christine Sent on 05/10/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Highly Recommend

Amanda, Arif and all the staff were extremely easy to work with and understanding of the challenges of running events during the pandemic. Although wedding planning can be stressful, working with Hot House wasn't! They offered a very reasonable wedding package that was easy to customize, and our guests complimented the delicious food and excellent service. Very happy with their service, pricing and communication throughout. Would definitely consider going back if I was organizing a large event in future.
Sandra
André Sent on 11/08/2020
5 out of 5 rating

Very good restaurant

We had an outstanding experience at this restaurant. We want to thank Arif and all the staff that helped us have a memorable reception.
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