Waterloo Restaurant for Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner & Patio Dining
Family-Friendly Dining at Westside Marketplace on Erb Street West
All-Day Breakfast, Gourmet Comfort Food, Drinks, Desserts & Daily Specials
Waterloo’s Neighbourhood Local Dining Spot | 668 Erb Street West at Erbsville Road in the Westside Marketplace, across from Costco and Canadian Tire
Waterloo’s go-to family restaurant and bar is a trusted neighbourhood dining spot at 668 Erb Street West, near Erbsville Road in Westside Marketplace and minutes from The Boardwalk shopping district. We serve all-day breakfast, weekend brunch, casual lunch, a full dinner menu, gourmet desserts, handcrafted cocktails, late-night dining, and daily food and drink specials. Guests can relax on our private outdoor patio or dine inside our warm, beautifully designed upscale-casual dining room and lounge. For over 8 years, we have welcomed families, friends, students, and local guests from West Waterloo and communities throughout the Kitchener-Waterloo region, offering the menu variety, inviting atmosphere, and friendly service that have helped make us one of the west end’s favourite all-around restaurants.
The Best All-Day Breakfast & Weekend Brunch in Waterloo
Start your morning with classic Eggs Benedict, fluffy pancakes, French toast, Belgian waffles, hearty three-egg breakfasts, handcrafted omelettes, avocado toast, breakfast sandwiches, and satisfying favourites such as steak and eggs. Pair your meal with a specialty latte, cappuccino, espresso drink, premium tea, fresh juice, mimosa, or another refreshing brunch cocktail.
Lunch & Dinner Menu: Burgers, Wings, Pasta, Steaks & Seafood
Our extensive lunch and dinner menu features shareable appetizers, crispy chicken wings, soups, fresh salads, savoury rice bowls, pasta dishes, sandwiches, handcrafted burgers, steaks, ribs, chicken entrées, seafood, and satisfying vegetarian options. Join us for a casual lunch, a hearty family dinner, or our value-focused Early Bird Dinner, with our full dinner menu available until closing for guests looking for quality late-night dining in Waterloo.
Popular Dessert Spot for Cakes, Waffles, Croffles & Specialty Coffee
Save room for decadent cakes, rich cheesecakes, warm Belgian waffles, flaky croffles, specialty milkshakes, ice cream treats, fresh-baked cookies, Tres Leches Cake, our famous Sky-High Carrot Cake, and the warm Chocolate Dubai Raspberry Lava Cake. Pair your selection with an affogato, premium hot chocolate, specialty coffee, or handcrafted espresso drink—whether you are finishing lunch or dinner or stopping by just for dessert. Every Sunday, guests can enjoy our two-for-one dessert special.
Waterloo’s Most Popular Daily Food & Drink Specials
Enjoy a rotating lineup of food and drink specials throughout the week, with value-focused features for lunch, dinner, desserts, and cocktails:
- Burger Mondays: $10.99 Double Burger & Fries
- Pasta Tuesdays: Half-Price Pasta and Bowls
- Wing Wednesdays: $9.47 for a Pound of Chicken Wings
- Date Night Thursdays: $69.95 Dinner for Two
- Fish & Chips Fridays: $14.95
- Ribs & Wings Saturdays: $24.95
- Sunday Sunday Family Day: Kids Eat Free & Two-for-One Desserts
Additional offers include weekday Early Bird Breakfast for $8.95, Lunch Specials starting at $14.95, and daily Early Bird Dinners for $24.95. Our fully licensed bar also features rotating drink specials, including $6.95 weekend brunch cocktails and $7 martinis and mules every Wednesday.
A Trusted Waterloo Neighbourhood Restaurant for Over 8 Years
Since opening more than 8 years ago, our west-end location has welcomed families, friends, students, and community groups from across the region. More than 1,100 positive guest reviews and multiple Readers’ Choice Awards reflect the menu variety, welcoming atmosphere, and consistent service that have made us a favourite gathering place in the community.
Dining at Westside Marketplace near The Boardwalk
Conveniently located at 668 Erb Street West in Westside Marketplace, near Erbsville Road and minutes from The Boardwalk shopping district, our west-end location is easily reached from communities throughout the Kitchener-Waterloo region. Costco and Canadian Tire are nearby, while Wilfrid Laurier University and the University of Waterloo are within easy driving distance. Guests also enjoy convenient plaza access and ample free parking.
Relax and enjoy a refined dining experience at Symposium Cafe Restaurant Waterloo. Comfortable booths, cozy lighting, and rich Renaissance-inspired artwork set the scene for a wonderful meal.
Settle in for a wonderful outdoor dining experience on our Waterloo patio. With comfortable seating and a warm atmosphere, it’s the perfect setting to unwind with your favorite menu picks.
What Guests are saying about us at Symposium Cafe Restaurant Waterloo
All-Day Breakfast & Weekend Brunch
"The brunch place we went to was a delightful haven for foodies. Nestled in a cozy corner, its inviting atmosphere for a leisurely brunch experience and tempting array of brunch classics, from fluffy pancakes to savory egg dishes, each prepared to perfection."
Lunch Favourites, Burgers & Fresh Salads
"Great place to come for a VEGGIE meal and a meeting! Staff are always friendly and helpful, dishes are freshly made and wholesome. I only order vegetarian or seafood options here and yet there’s plenty of variety. Will I be back, yes absolutely!"
Dinner Entrées, Steaks & Comfort Food
"The food, salad, and desserts we ordered were all in generous portions and made with fresh and tasty ingredients. I would recommend this quiet café near Costco and cannot wait to be back and try more things from their menu!"
Cocktails, Martinis, Mules & Bar Drinks
"Lovely late afternoon visit at Symposium, tasteful background music, and great service. We took advantage of the ‘Happy Hour’ menu which is always good. The patio attracts the afternoon/evening sun so a great place to hang out. Definitely recommend."
Decadent Desserts, Waffles & Cakes
"However, the true star of the show was the exquisite selection of cakes. From decadent chocolate creations to carrot cake or brownies, each slice was a masterpiece of flavor and texture."
Takeout & Food and Drinks Delivery
"I just wanted to say that I had such an amazing experience today ordering takeout. The staff there are so friendly and kind. The serving was huge and one of the best omelets I've had. I ordered a western and cheddar omelet and it was delicious"
Daily Restaurant Specials & Food Deals
"Took my SIL out for a much needed night to catch up! Monday night burger special and wine deal was an unexpected treat! Food was delicious, service fantastic! Have recommended to many friends to check out Symposium. I will be back!"
Discover Food & Drink Deals | Early Bird Specials | Daily Lunch & Dinner Promotions
Explore daily food & drink deals: $8.95 Early Bird Breakfast, $10.99 Burgers, 50% off Pasta, half-price Wings, $69.95 Date Night, $9.95 Fish & Chips, $24.95 Ribs & Wings, Kids Eat Free, 2-for-1 Desserts, $24.95 Early Bird Dinners, $6.95 brunch cocktails, $7 Martinis/Mules, $5 Beer/Wine & half-price Pitchers.
Daily Specials Calendar
2 FOR 1
DESSERTS**
KIDS EAT FREE Age 12 & Under 2PM-close
Conditions apply.
Burger & Fries
$699*
Double Burger
$1099*
1/2 OFF
Beer
Pitchers
Conditions apply.
1/2 OFF*
Pasta & Bowls
$5
Wine
& Beer
$7
Premium
& Pints
Conditions apply.
1/2 OFF*
Wings
$947
/1Lb
$7
Martinis
& Mules Cocktails
Conditions apply.
Dinner
for two
$6995
2 Entrees, 2 Beverages, Appetizer and Dessert to share.
Bottles of WINE
& PROSECCO
Conditions apply.
Fish
& Chips
$995*
/1pc
$1595*
/2pc
Free Chowder Bowl
with select Searfood Items
Conditions apply.
$2495*
Ribs & Wing Dinner
1/2 Price Pitchers
Sangria, Margarita & Draft Beer
Conditions apply.
Brunch Cocktails
9am - 3pm
$695
House Wine & PBR Draught
Happy Hours
3-6pm 9pm-close
Conditions apply.
Early bird Breakfast
Monday - Friday until 10 am
2 Egg breakfast starting at
$895
Includes coffee or tea
Early Bird Dinner
3-6 pm
Three course prix-fix
$2495
Monday - Friday 11am-3pm
Lunch specials
Monday - Friday 11am-3pm
starting at
$1495
9pm-close
Happy hour Appetizers
9pm-close
$995
ALL DAILY SPECIALS subject to conditions, including requirement of beverage purchase. Specials not available Holidays nor special menu days. Ask your server for complete details. Symposium reserves the right to limit or end offer at any time.
Daily Specials available from 11am, unless otherwise indicated.
Symposium Cafe Restaurant Waterloo: Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. Our Waterloo restaurant serves breakfast all day, along with a popular weekend brunch menu. Breakfast favourites include Eggs Benedict, fluffy pancakes, French toast, Belgian waffles, omelettes, avocado toast, hearty three-egg breakfasts, breakfast sandwiches, and steak and eggs. We also offer an $8.95 weekday Early Bird Breakfast, specialty coffees, fresh juices, and $6.95 weekend brunch cocktails.
Our lunch and dinner menus feature shareable appetizers, chicken wings, homemade soups, fresh salads, rice bowls, pasta dishes, sandwiches, burgers, steaks, seafood entrées, and other gourmet comfort-food favourites. Guests can finish their meal with our famous Sky-High Carrot Cake, specialty cakes, Belgian waffles, croffles, ice cream treats, fresh-baked cookies, or an affogato. We also serve specialty coffees, espresso drinks, cocktails, martinis, mules, wine, draft beer, and bottled beer.
Our Waterloo restaurant offers food and drink specials throughout the week, including $10.99 Burger Mondays, half-price Pasta and Rice Bowl Tuesdays, half-price Wing Wednesdays, $69.95 Date Night Thursdays, $9.95 Fish and Chips Fridays, and $24.95 Ribs and Wings Saturdays. Sunday Family Funday features Kids Eat Free and two-for-one desserts. We also offer weekday lunch specials starting at $14.95, an $8.95 Early Bird Breakfast, $24.95 Early Bird Dinners, $6.95 weekend brunch cocktails, and rotating daily bar specials.
Yes. We are a family-friendly Waterdown restaurant welcoming children, parents, grandparents, couples, and groups for everyday meals and special occasions. Our dedicated kids’ menu includes child-friendly breakfast choices and appropriately sized lunch and dinner favourites. Highchairs are available, and families can also enjoy Kids Eat Free and two-for-one desserts during our Sunday Family Funday promotion.
Yes. Guests can dine inside our stylish upscale-casual dining room or enjoy seasonal outdoor dining on our comfortable patio. Our fully licensed bar serves handcrafted cocktails, martinis, mules, wine, draft and bottled beer, brunch drinks, and rotating daily drink specials. Vegetarian, vegan, lighter, and customizable menu choices are also available for guests with different tastes and dietary preferences.
Symposium Cafe Restaurant Waterloo is located at 668 Erb Street West in Westside Marketplace, near Erbsville Road and minutes from The Boardwalk shopping district. Costco and Canadian Tire are nearby, while Wilfrid Laurier University and the University of Waterloo are within easy driving distance. Ample free plaza parking is available.
Yes. Our cozy upscale-casual dining room, varied menu, licensed bar, decadent desserts, and welcoming atmosphere make us a popular choice for birthdays, family celebrations, date nights, meals with friends, and relaxed group dining. Guests can choose from breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner, desserts, cocktails, and specialty drinks, making it easy to accommodate different tastes and occasions.
Absolutely. Guests are welcome to stop in for dessert, specialty coffee, cocktails, or an evening treat without ordering a full meal. Popular choices include our Sky-High Carrot Cake, specialty cakes, Belgian waffles, croffles, ice cream treats, cookies, affogatos, handcrafted espresso drinks, premium hot chocolate, martinis, mules, wine, and beer.
Yes. Our Waterloo restaurant is open daily from 8:00 a.m. until midnight Friday & Saturday, and until 11pm Sunday through Thursday, 364 days of the year, serving late-night food, desserts, specialty coffees, cocktails, beer, wine, and other drinks in a comfortable and relaxed setting. It is a convenient choice for dinner after shopping or a movie, drinks with friends, dessert after a local outing, or a casual late-night visit.
For more than eight years, our Waterloo restaurant has welcomed families, friends, students, professionals, and community groups from across the Kitchener-Waterloo region. More than 1,100 positive guest reviews and multiple Readers’ Choice Awards reflect the broad menu, welcoming atmosphere, private patio, daily specials, and consistent service that have made us a favourite west-end gathering place.
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