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35 Church St, Toronto, ON M5E 1X1, Canada ↗
HOTHOUSE is a locally owned, independent Mediterranean restaurant in Toronto's St. Lawrence Market neighbourhood, gathering the community around the table since 1994. With a menu of vibrant, sharing-style dishes and a warm, welcoming atmosphere, it's a beloved spot for everything from casual happy hours to Sunday brunch buffets with live jazz.
TAPAS DAILY SOUP
CAPE D'OR SALMON
Gluten Friendly 32 Perfectly seared Cape D'or Atlantic Salmon, in fragrant lemon garlic butter, served over aromatic lemon herb rice with vibrant rapini, tender cannellini beans, and delicate tomato concasse (peeled, diced), finished with fresh parsley.
SWORDFISH SKEWERS
Dairy Free 29 Grilled Swordfish with a Mediterranean flair. Skewered with sweet peppers, tender zucchini, and red onion. Served atop a vibrant bed of herbed rice pilaf and refreshing tabbouleh. Finished with a bright, house made basil vinaigrette.
LAMB LOLLIPOPS
Tender Frenched lamb chops, in a vibrant saffron marinade, served alongside fluffy lemon couscous, a refreshing tabbouleh salad, and a cool, invigorating mint yogurt.
STEAK FRITES
Contains Alcohol, Gluten Friendly 40 10oz marinated Coulotte (top sirloin cap) steak, fresh cut fries, port peppercorn demi, chermoula.
MORROCAN CHICKEN CURRY
Contains Nuts 27 Aromatic Moroccan spiced chicken curry, richly simmered with briny olives and sweet golden raisins, served over fragrant biryani rice. Crowned with a cooling dollop of mint yogurt, toasted almonds, and crispy onions, accompanied by warm p
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HH Signature Burger
Our signature patty: a custom blend of short rib, brisket, and chuck grind, layered with sweet tomato jam and a rich roasted onion and garlic aioli. With smoked Gouda, and crisp bibb lettuce, on a toasted brioche bun and served with a house pickle spear.
Mint and Feta Turkey Burger
Mint and feta turkey patty, layered with creamy Tzatziki, ripe tomato, crisp cucumber, sharp red onion, and peppery arugula on a toasted brioche bun.
HH Gyro
Your choice of SHAWARMA CHICKEN or FALAFEL BALLS. Served in a warm pita with house-made Tzatziki, crisp lettuce, ripe tomatoes, red onion, and tangy feta cheese.
Halloumi Sandwich
Golden-crusted Halloumi cheese, deep-fried to perfection, layered on warm focaccia bread with roasted briami (greek roasted) vegetables, vibrant basil pesto, creamy aioli, and fresh alfalfa sprouts.
Tapas
Calamari
Crisp rings of calamari, lightly dusted in chickpea flour. Served with a vibrant Calabrian lemon-caper aioli. Finished with a sprinkle of Maldon Sea salt and a bed of fresh arugula.
Bruschetta
Grilled rustic focaccia topped with house-made bruschetta, mozzarella, and Grana Padano, finished with a balsamic reduction.
Falafel Balls
House-made fried chickpea falafel, paired with creamy hummus, a vibrant garlic toum (garlic sauce), and refreshing tabbouleh.
Beet Cured Salmon and Cod Crudo
Cured salmon and cod, brightened with lemon juice and creamy avocado, accented by pickled onions and salty capers. Finished with Greek extra virgin olive oil and Maldon Sea salt.
Shishito Peppers
Flash-blistered shishito peppers, brightened with fresh lemon juice and a velvety lemon-caper aioli, finished with shaved Grana Padano and Maldon sea salt.
Mediterranean Mezze Platter
Featuring creamy hummus, tangy labneh, smoky baba ghanoush, spicy muhammara, house-pickled cauliflower and carrot, a vibrant mix of Spanish olives, delicate dolma (stuffed grape leaves), and a selection of marinated antipasto.
Salads
Classic Caesar
Crisp romaine hearts, signature HOTHOUSE Caesar dressing. Topped with shaved Parmigiano Reggiano, savory crispy capers, and house-made croutons.
Horiatiki
A vibrant Horiatiki, or 'village' salad, featuring crisp cucumbers, sun-kissed tomatoes, refreshing red pepper, and crispy red onion slivers. With rustic feta cheese wedges and dressed with a bright Greek vinaigrette.
Hothouse Salad
Delicate heritage greens, sweet cherry tomatoes, shaved carrot, and peppery Valentine radishes, lightly dressed with a bright, house-made tomato vinaigrette.
Tabbouleh Ancient Grain Bowl
Delicate ancient grains (bulgur and quinoa), layered with traditional tabbouleh, crisp kale, creamy avocado, and bright pickled onions. Finished with hummus, cool tzatziki, and a bright lemon vinaigrette.
Asparagus Caprese Salad
Smoky, char-grilled asparagus, sweet Roma tomatoes, and creamy burratini, brightened by fresh basil, balsamic pearls, and a zesty lemon sumac vinaigrette.
Pasta
Rigatoni Bolognese
A slowly simmered, traditional Bolognese—a masterful blend of veal, pork, and beef—tossed with perfectly al dente rigatoni and enriched with 35% cream, fresh butter, aromatic basilico, and parsley.
Cappelletti
Delicate, hand-stuffed cappelletti, filled with a four-cheese blend and tossed in a velvety blush sauce, finished with melted mozzarella and sharp cheddar.
Spaghettini A La Limone
Delicate spaghettini noodles, velvety lemon cream sauce, brightened by tender asparagus and a whisper of aglio olio. A finishing touch of fresh parsley and a crown of crunchy, spiced walnuts, topped with Grana Padano
Sausage Rapini Caccio Pepe
Al dente Mafaldine ribbon pasta tossed gently in a creamy, classic Cacio e Pepe-inspired sauce, featuring Parmesan and black pepper. Elevated by savory fennel sausage, tender rapini, white wine, and sautéed shallots.
Farm to Sea
Cape D’or Salmon
Perfectly seared Cape D’or Atlantic Salmon, in fragrant lemon garlic butter, served over aromatic lemon herb rice with vibrant rapini, tender cannellini beans, and delicate tomato concasse (peeled, diced), finished with fresh parsley.
Greek Chicken Skewers
Succulent, char-grilled chicken skewers marinated in a lemon-garlic herb blend, served with golden lemon potatoes, herbed rice pilaf, slow-roasted briami (greek roasted) vegetables, and house-made tzatziki.
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