Symposium Cafe Restaurant Waterloo | Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Desserts
Gourmet Comfort Food in the Westside Marketplace
Full service stylish Restaurant & Bar serving Breakfast, Brunch, Lunch, Dinner, Desserts with Patio Dining and an extensive Food Menu.
Waterloo’s Favorite Family Restaurant for Food, Drinks & Patio Dining
Welcome to Symposium Cafe Restaurant Waterloo—your go-to spot for casual dining with a gourmet twist in beautiful Waterloo Ontario! If you’re after delicious comfort food, awesome drinks, and fantastic service, you’ve come to the right place.
Open daily (except Christmas) we’ve got 90 seats inside and 50 more out on our stunning patio giving you a great spot to enjoy the good times. We’re fully licensed offering daily food and drink specials, plus free WiFi and parking. Our menu is stacked with choices—vegan, vegetarian, kids' menu, early bird breakfast—you name it! Whatever your taste, we’re here to deliver a meal you won’t forget!
Breakfast and brunch are served until 4pm daily offering everything from classic eggs benedict and pancakes to fun options like pancakes and avocado toast. For lunch and dinner, dive into our juicy burgers, steaks, sandwiches, fresh seafood, over the top salads, and vegetarian and vegan favorites. Thirsty? We’ve got you covered with fresh fruit beverages, gourmet teas, specialty coffees, cappuccinos, lattes, mules, cocktails, wine, beer, and daily Caesar and Mimosa specials. And don’t forget to leave room for one of our legendary desserts or affogatos! For the last 8 years we have been serving up the Waterloo dining scene and we’re not slowing down! We’re part of a Canadian chain with 21 restaurants in Ontario known for excellent food and a vibe you’ll love. With over 700 amazing reviews we’re all about keeping our customers happy.
Located at 668 Erb Street at the Westside Marketplace Shopping Centre on the corner of Ira Needles Blvd in the Canadian Tire plaza & adjacent to Costco. Come by and see why Symposium Cafe Restaurant Waterloo is the local favorite for comfort food and good times!
Conveniently located on Erb Street West at Erbsville Road, Symposium Cafe Restaurant Waterloo is the perfect local dining hub near the Westside Marketplace. Situated directly across from Costco and Canadian Tire, we are a favorite destination for students at the University of Waterloo and Wilfrid Laurier University. Whether you’re visiting The Boardwalk or exploring Laurel Creek Conservation Area, join us for an "upscale casual" retreat with plenty of free parking.
Waterloo Family Food Restaurant | Food | Lunch | Dinner | Late Night Dining
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Our Restaurants Specialties – Symposium Cafe Restaurant Waterloo
Enjoy a cozy dine-in experience with the best daily food and drink promotions in Waterloo. Offering a family-friendly atmosphere, specializing in large party dining along with a terrific kid’s menu. Open seven days a week from early mornings to late nights, with convenient takeout and delivery, and a scenic seasonal patio for outdoor dining.
Gourmet Breakfast & Brunch Spot
Are you in search of the premier BREAKFAST PLACE in Waterloo- see our extensive selection of breakfast menu items- eggs- omelettes- waffles- French toast- avocado toast- freshly squeezed juices- gourmet coffees. Early Bird Breakfast Specials start at $8.95.
Waterloo's Favourite Lunch Spot
Waterloo LUNCH RESTAURANT- our menu is packed with mouthwatering burgers- salads- soups- appetizers- sandwiches- flatbreads & vegetarian dishes & our full breakfast menu available until 4 pm? Popular LUNCH SPECIALS starting at just $13.95!
Waterloo Dinner Restaurant | Food
Our DINNER MENU has it all from juicy steaks- fresh seafood- pastas- rice bowls- salads & vegetarian dishes. Whether it's a night out with friends- a family gathering- a romantic evening check out Waterloo’s favorite FOOD & DRINK SPECIALS!
Bar Drinks | Wine - Beer - Cocktails
Quench your thirst with our crowd-pleasing bar drinks- martini & mule cocktails- refreshing draught beer and wine lovers will appreciate our variety and we offer specialty coffee beverages and our fabulous DAILY DRINK SPECIALS.
Best Desserts Spot | Waterloo
Indulge in a delightful array of desserts including our sky high cakes- waffles- crepes- ice cream treats- giant baked cookies- affogatos- sundaes and milkshakes. Prepare your taste buds for the most tasty DESSERT MENU in Waterloo! Don't miss out!
Delivery - Take Out - Curb Side Pick Up
Craving Symposium food and drinks and desserts at home! Order through delivery apps for your Waterloo food and drinks online or give us a call and get your favorite food- desserts- drinks and even wine - beer and cocktails delivered right to your door.
Waterloo Daily Restaurant Specials
Ready for the best restaurant specials in Waterloo? Enjoy happy hour - brunch cocktail deals - early bird breakfast specials - daily lunch specials and epic daily food and drink specials every day of the week. We have the best restaurant deals in Waterloo!
Waterloo Symposium Restaurant Specials – Highlights – Promotions - Daily Features
Try Waterloo’s favourite restaurant food and drink deals with our 7-Day Promotions – the most innovative features and popular specials in the Waterloo restaurants market!
Daily Specials available from 11am, unless otherwise indicated.
Symposium Cafe Waterloo: Frequently Asked Questions
We are perfectly situated at 668 Erb Street West, right at the busy intersection of Erb Street and Erbsville Road. Symposium Cafe Restaurant Waterloo Erb St is a central landmark for the Beechwood, Clair Hills, and Vista Hills communities.
Yes! We are located just a 5-minute drive from the University of Waterloo (West Entrance) and the UW Northwest Technology Centre. We are the top-rated "off-campus" destination for students, faculty, and visiting families looking for a high-quality study spot with free WiFi or a celebratory graduation brunch.
We are less than 5 minutes away from The Boardwalk, Waterloo's premier medical and retail destination. Many guests visit us to "Escape the Ordinary" and enjoy a quiet sit-down meal or specialty coffee after appointments at the Boardwalk Medical Centre or shopping at Landmark Cinemas.
Absolutely. We are a short 2-minute drive from the Stork Family YMCA and Northwest Waterloo Library. We serve as the primary dining hub for local families, swimmers, and library visitors looking for a healthy breakfast brunch or a relaxing dinner after community activities.
Yes, we are the closest major restaurant to the Laurel Creek Conservation Area. Hikers, campers, and outdoor enthusiasts often stop by for a hearty breakfast before heading to the trails or for gourmet comfort food on their way home from the park.
We serve our award-winning breakfast and brunch menu daily until 4:00 PM. Whether you're meeting a local business partner or catching up with friends, we offer West Waterloo's best Eggs Benedict, Belgian Waffles, and fresh-squeezed juices.
Yes! We feature a beautiful, sun-filled seasonal outdoor patio that is a local favorite for summer dining. It is the perfect spot in West Waterloo to enjoy signature cocktails, specialty iced coffees, and outdoor appetizers in a relaxed, upscale-casual atmosphere.
Yes, we provide ample free and accessible on-site parking directly in our plaza. This makes visiting us stress-free and easy, whether you are staying for a long business lunch or picking up a curbside takeout order on your way through the city.
With our signature Renaissance-inspired decor and seating for 95 indoors, we are a premier venue for Waterloo business lunches and family celebrations. We also offer complimentary high-speed WiFi, making us an ideal choice for remote work or professional interviews.
We feature unique specials 7 days a week, including our famous $7 Martini Wednesdays, our "Date Night" dinner deals, and the very popular Sunday Buy One Get One Free Desserts.
Best Family Restaurant, popular Breakfast Spot, great Desserts Place - 20 Locations near you
With 20 local neighborhood restaurants throughout Ontario, there’s a Symposium Cafe Restaurant close to you; Ajax, Alliston, Ancaster, Aurora, Barrie, Bolton, Brantford, Cambridge, Georgetown, Guelph, Lindsay, Markham, Milton, Oakville, Oshawa, Stoney Creek, Thornhill, Waterdown, Waterloo, Woodbridge,