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The River Room, London, ON

The River Room

4.7
4.7
191 Reviews
CAN$31 to CAN$50
American
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Floor to ceiling glass windows overlooking the Forks of the Thames. A modern and contemporary restaurant offering an aspirational dining experience while still maintaining its casual feel. All food is made to order from scratch in house so any food allergies, issues can usually be accommodated.

Happy Hour is Thursday-Saturday from 4-6pm -- half price appetizers, select wine, beer and drinks (includes lobster rolls and dynamite shrimp) .

After hours (evenings) entrance is on the south side, stairs to the second level. Daytime entrance is through Museum London.

Please note: we cannot guarantee a window table request as almost every reservation requests a window table request and we only have so many window tables. We will try our best to give you the best seat available & we hope you enjoy your visit at the River Room.

For private events or issues, please email Jess @ info@northmoore.ca

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 3 times today

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Cuisines

    American, Cocktail Bar, Unspecified

  • Hours of operation

    Brunch Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Thu, Fri 12:00 pm–2:00 pm Happy Hour Thu–Sat 4:00 pm–6:00 pm Dinner Wed, Sun 4:00 pm–8:00 pm Thu–Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm

  • Phone number

    (519) 850-2287

  • Website

    https://www.theriverroom.ca/

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Executive chef

    Jeff Fortner

  • Catering

    We offer offsite catering and private dining. Please inquire at info@northmoore.ca<br /><br />Weddings are available at the River Room. There's a $2000 venue fee that covers Museum London security, dance floor set up &amp; tear down, basic white linens

  • Private party facilities

    Please contact info@northmoore.ca for booking the River Room for a private eventPlease also note: the restaurant is only wheelchair accessible during Museum London daytime hours. After hours guests need to use the south side stairs to come and go (evenings).

  • Location

    421 Ridout St. N, London, ON N6A 5H4

  • Neighborhood

    London

  • Cross street

    Ridout @ Queens/Riverside

  • Parking details

    City lot in front of Museum London. Currently free citywide parking for 2hrs using the HONK app. Code B2B20After 5pm, entrance is up the South side stairs (facing the Old Courthouse)

  • Additional

    Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 191 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.6Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Toronto / Ontario

    American

  • Southern Ontario

    Great for Brunch

  • Southern Ontario

    Scenic View

  • Southern Ontario

    American

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  1. AS

    AnneS

    Toronto

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The brunch was again fantastic. Excellent selection/menu. Service was wonderful. I will be back
  2. l

    lisah

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Dined here for the londonlicous event... delicious food.. we were very impressed by our servers... only 2 waiters handled the tables and bar.. also, made sangria for us that was not on the menu... we will be back.
  3. LC

    LuciC

    Exclusive

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Probably the best meal out I've had in a long time.
  4. R

    Rasa

    Toronto

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The main dish I chose had a way too much salt, I would not recommend it for people with heart problem or high blood pressure. In my opinion the salt amount in food should reduced
  5. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Toronto

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    A lovely dinner testing out the menu. All meal courses were excellent and full of flavour. Holly was our server and she was pleasant and made sure our dinner was enjoyable.
  6. NM

    NormaM

    Toronto

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 31, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Lovely atmosphere overlooking the River. Bright & airy, excellent service, delicious meals. Will be going back!
  7. B

    Bowdyfeed

    Toronto

    19 reviews

    5.0

    19 reviews

    Dined on July 31, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always an excellent time. Service fantastic. Great view. Food and timing was unbelievable. First time eating wagu beef. Will come back!
  8. M

    Mari

    Toronto

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 30, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Absolutely delicious food, had the lamb, would definitely try again.
  9. y

    yummy

    Toronto

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on July 29, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fast, professional service. Nice view and formal ambiance.
  10. DD

    DianeD

    Toronto

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 24, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We enjoyed a delicious Londonlicous meal. The food, service and atmosphere made the dinner a special way to celebrate an Anniversary.
  11. NB

    NathanielB

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 23, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Delicious food , gave us a free dessert on top of everything else was just amazing
  12. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 23, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    From the moment you walk up the rusty steel stairs to the moment you walk back down them the experience was like K flash back in time, when restaurants were quiet with white linen tablecloth‘s dim lighting and spectacular views. After review of the menu I decided on the foie gras, to be honest I would try something else next time I found a little thin and buttery. For the main course, I ordered The Arctic char for my main course and it was cooked to absolute perfection, the asparagus and roasted potatoes were a perfect choice(hats off to my waitress for that suggestion). I have spent the last year going to different restaurants around London on Friday nights , second seating , usually around 8 o’clock, and I have to say this is the best experience I’ve had since I began my restaurant tour of London. WAY TO GO!!!!!
  13. T

    Tab11

    New Orleans

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 22, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always great! The duck always impresses and the service is always professional.
  14. SR

    ShaneR

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 17, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Awesome food. Nice view. A little pricy but perfect for a special event.
  15. MA

    MaryAnneK

    Toronto

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on July 17, 2022

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Relatives from Lebanon visiting London for the first time. Really enjoyed the atmosphere, food was delicious. Sunday brunch menu was satisfying!!
  16. LK

    LukeK

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 8, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Location, price, service, view, dining experience are all 5 out of 5 stars. My wife and I went for a nice Friday dinner and couldn't have been more pleased. Wagyu steak and Arctic char were amazing - creme Brule and chocolate bomb for dessert are divine. Make a reso as dining room isn't huge (30 to 40 people comfortably). Will absolutely go back soon!
  17. TJ

    TJBJR

    Toronto

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 8, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    First class service , wonderfully creative menu, outstanding lunch. I shall return soon.
  18. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 3, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    20th Wedding Anniversary
  19. G

    Geejay

    Naples

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on July 3, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Best Brunch in the city ! Great views and ambience !
  20. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Ottawa

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 30, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was divine. We ordered the Arctic Char, Duck Confit and Wagyu skirt steak with truffle fries. We simply died and went to heaven with every bite.
  21. LP

    LeslieP

    Toronto

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 26, 2022

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Excellent service, food was lovely. Fairly creative menu.
  22. EK

    ElleK

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 24, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    A beautiful setting, fast and friendly service and amazing food! Highly recommend for intimate dinners or larger groups.
  23. WU

    WesternUniversity

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 24, 2022

    overall4food5service5ambience4
    Excellent service and food. The waitress was courteous and engaged well with our entire party.
  24. j

    jeffm

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 24, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great place food was delish service was great and a nice view if the Thames.
  25. KL

    KatieL

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 23, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent experience. Staff was friendly, kind and helpful. Beautiful view. Exceptional food.
  26. JP

    JaneP

    Toronto

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 23, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Creative menu, delicious food, luxurious desserts, impeccable service and a lovely setting and view.
  27. JJ

    JJon

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 19, 2022

    overall4food4service3ambience5
    The food was very good. The service was friendly but were were asked NINE times if there was anything else we needed. We were happily eating and chatting and our complete order was on the table, so we wondered if we were being rushed. We were. Even though there were several other diners still eating, we were given the bill while still eating and asked by another server if we were finished. It was Father’s Day and my dad took the hint and said we had better hurry and leave. Such a shame.
  28. DM

    DorothyM

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 18, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We celebrated our anniversary at The River Room. The view was lovely, service attentive without being cloying, food delicious and interesting. Highly recommend it.
  29. HB

    HabsBob56

    Toronto

    17 reviews

    4.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on June 18, 2022

    overall4food5service5ambience5
    A birthday dinner with my wife. Our server, Cathy, was very friendly, knowledgeable and took my wife’s allergy (avocado) very seriously. The food quality was excellent. We won’t be coming back very often though, as $200 for dinner for two is too expensive. $12 - $14 for a dessert is outrageous. We like this place, but just cannot afford the expense. Sadly.
  30. GK

    GloriaK

    Montreal

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on June 5, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    It was my first time at the river room and though it wasn't quite what i expected it was a great spot for a special occasion. The service was excellent. The food quality was good and the food was fresh. They were very accommodatig providing an additional table for our needs. I look forward to returning.
  31. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 28, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    From start to finish our dinner was excellent! We had the beef short rib and the Waygu special! Both were outstanding and would highly recommend.
  32. L

    London4foodie

    Toronto

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 28, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing cheese Fontina for starter. Delicious Waygu Steak and Smash Burger. It's our favourite dinning in restaurant in London.
  33. E

    Ernesto

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 28, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing time! Really appreciate the service and the food was beyond impressive. Thank you
  34. JD

    JD25

    Toronto

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 21, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Outstanding service and incredible food. Will definitely go back.
  35. M

    Melissal

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 21, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing food and view of the Thames. Our server was so knowledgeable and lovely. Great experience.
  36. G

    Geejay

    Naples

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on May 20, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent service, food and view!
  37. N

    North37

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 15, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience3
    Fantastic food, can’t wait to go back and try other dishes! Staff were friendly and attentive.
  38. PJ

    PaulJ

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 13, 2022

    overall2food2service4ambience3
    Setting is lovely but windows need cleaning. Service was very good. Appetizers were good but beef rib was tough and chewy. Arctic char was undercooked. Lighting was quite bright negating the potential of great ambience. We have had good meals here before and may give another chance, but this was a bit of a letdown.
  39. PT

    PTizz

    Toronto

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 13, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food was incredible! Great service and atmosphere. Will definitely go again.
  40. MB

    MicheleB

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 11, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fantastic experience. Food and service were impeccable.

Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Contactless payment available

  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace
    • Staff is vaccinated

FAQs

The River Room offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (519) 850-2287.

The River Room is rated 4.7 stars by 191 OpenTable diners.

The River Room 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 reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 3 times today
Google Map for The River Room

421 Ridout St. N, London, ON N6A 5H4

Additional information

  • Cross street

    Ridout @ Queens/Riverside

  • Neighborhood

    London

  • Hours of operation

    Brunch Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Thu, Fri 12:00 pm–2:00 pm Happy Hour Thu–Sat 4:00 pm–6:00 pm Dinner Wed, Sun 4:00 pm–8:00 pm Thu–Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm

  • Cuisines

    American, Cocktail Bar, Unspecified

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Parking details

    City lot in front of Museum London. Currently free citywide parking for 2hrs using the HONK app. Code B2B20After 5pm, entrance is up the South side stairs (facing the Old Courthouse)

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Executive chef

    Jeff Fortner

  • Additional

    Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

  • Website

    https://www.theriverroom.ca/

  • Phone number

    (519) 850-2287

  • Catering

    We offer offsite catering and private dining. Please inquire at info@northmoore.ca<br /><br />Weddings are available at the River Room. There's a $2000 venue fee that covers Museum London security, dance floor set up &amp; tear down, basic white linens

  • Private party facilities

    Please contact info@northmoore.ca for booking the River Room for a private eventPlease also note: the restaurant is only wheelchair accessible during Museum London daytime hours. After hours guests need to use the south side stairs to come and go (evenings).

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