| Membership | Price |
|---|---|
| Student | $55/year |
| Single | $85/year |
| Single Plus | $120/year |
| Family | $130/year |
| Family Plus | $175/year |
| Contributing | $250/year |
| Supporting | $500/year |
| Sustaining | $1,000/year |
| Benefactor's Circle | $2,500/year |
| Director's Circle | $5,000/year |
| President's Circle | $10,000/year |
Greenhouse Café
At the Greenhouse Café you’ll find fresh, seasonal ingredients on a new menu that incorporates local produce, meats and cheeses and features wines and craft brews exclusive to Ontario. At the rear of the restaurant, the Wentworth Elm Tasting Room is a cozy spot for private functions and more intimate gatherings.
As seasons change, kitchen staff work closely with RBG gardeners to incorporate home-grown ingredients into your garden-to-table culinary experience.
Location
At RBG Centre.
680 Plains Road W. Burlington.
Reservations
Please call 905-527-1158 ext. 333 to make a reservation.
Walk-ins welcome! Reservations are highly recommended for weekends, holidays, or larger groups.
Contact
905-527-1158 ext. 333
Hours
Exceptions may apply. Check back before your visit.
Today’s Hours
Seasonal Hours
- 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. (Jan 1 to Dec 31)
Exceptions
- Jan 1 New Year's Day: Closed
- Dec 24 Christmas Eve: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
- Dec 24 Christmas Eve: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., last admission 2 p.m.
- Dec 25 Christmas Day: Closed
- Dec 26 Boxing Day: Closed
- Dec 31 New Years Eve: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
VG = Vegetarian | V = Vegan | GF = Gluten Free | DF = Dairy Free | O = Option Available
*Please let your server know of any allergies or dietary restrictions.
Special Feature
RBG Lilac Gin
Every spring, a heavenly fragrance drifts through Royal Botanical Gardens, marking the official start of lilac season. To extend the joy of lilac season, we’ve teamed up with Manns Distillery in Brantford, Ontario to create our very own lilac gin.
Crafted with a London Dry Gin base and fresh, hand-picked lilacs from the grounds of RBG, this gin has floral notes of lilac, lavender, and rose. Truly an exquisite combination. No artificial colours or flavours used.
750 ml bottles available for purchase from the Greenhouse Café & Rock Garden Bistro.
Local, Sustainable
At Royal Botanical Gardens, we believe in being stewards of our environment and partners in our community. We source local products (including our own garden produce), partner with local farms and dairies as well as use eco-friendly, sustainable products throughout the facility and grounds.
We ask that you join us in our goal of preserving and enhancing the beauty of our environment by utilizing the recycle stations located throughout Royal Botanical Gardens.
Greenhouse Café FAQs
Where is the Greenhouse Café Located?
The Greenhouse Café is located in RBG Centre, 680 Plains Road W. Burlington. Find the restaurant past the gift shop, down the stairs / ramp, and to the far left.
Parking is available on-site, included in your visit.
Is admission required to access the Greenhouse Café?
Garden Admission is not required to join us for lunch at the Greenhouse Café, or at the Rock Garden Bistro. Garden Admission or Membership would be required should you wish to visit the gardens during your visit.
Garden Admission IS required to access the Turner Pavilion Teahouse in Hendrie Park.
Is there a benefit for Members?
RBG Members receive 10% off their meal at RBG’s three on-site restaurants. To qualify for a discount, please show your membership card while ordering.
Are reservations required?
Reservations are not required to eat at the restaurants, but are highly recommended, especially for weekends, holidays, or larger groups.
Please note the restaurant may not be able to accommodate larger groups that arrive without reservations.
Host Your Event
Whether you just need coffee and snacks, breakfast, lunch or meals for the whole day, our in-house catering team has options for your meeting or event. With delicious options, flexible menus and a focus on locally sourced ingredients, the catering team at Royal Botanical Gardens promise to make your event one to remember.
Feast On™ Certified
As a Feast On™ certified venue, Royal Botanical Gardens prides itself on creating cutting edge events and culinary experiences by using products that are sourced and produced locally. Supporting our local economy and Ontario’s farmers is important for us all.
Whether we’re sourcing liquor, beer and wine for our beverage service or proteins, produce and grains for our restaurant and catering menus, Ontario offers some of the best product available world-wide.
