Oshawa Restaurant for Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner & Patio Dining
Family-Friendly Dining on Simcoe Street North Across from Costco
All-Day Breakfast, Gourmet Comfort Food, Drinks, Desserts & Daily Specials
Oshawa’s Neighbourhood Dining Spot | 2630 Simcoe Street North in RioCan Windfields, Across from Costco near Highway 407 in North Oshawa
Oshawa’s go-to family restaurant and bar is a welcoming neighbourhood dining destination at 2630 Simcoe Street North in RioCan Windfields, directly across from Costco and minutes from Highway 407. Serving North Oshawa and communities across Durham Region, we offer all-day breakfast, weekend brunch, casual lunch, a full dinner menu, decadent desserts, handcrafted cocktails, daily food and drink specials, and catering services for special occasions. Guests can enjoy dine-in service, takeout, delivery, and a private, outdoor patio in a warm upscale-casual setting. Together, our menu variety, inviting atmosphere, and friendly service have made us one of the area’s favourite all-around restaurants.
All-Day Breakfast & Weekend Brunch in North Oshawa
Start your morning with classic Eggs Benedict, fluffy pancakes, French toast, hearty three-egg breakfasts, handcrafted omelettes, avocado toast, and other morning favourites. Whether meeting friends for Sunday brunch or enjoying a relaxed family breakfast, guests can choose from vegetarian and vegan dishes, lighter menu options, and satisfying classics in a cozy upscale-casual setting.
Lunch, Dinner & Gourmet Comfort Food
Our extensive lunch and dinner menu offers hearty full-service dining for every appetite, with plenty of choices for casual lunches, family dinners, date nights, and relaxed evenings with friends. Start with shareable appetizers, double-dusted chicken wings, fresh salads or savoury soups before choosing from gourmet burgers, stacked sandwiches, warm wraps, comforting pastas and flavour-packed chicken or steak rice bowls. Dinner favourites include AAA New York striploin, slow-roasted ribs, Atlantic salmon, fish and chips, chicken entrées, seafood dishes and our popular Seafood Linguine with shrimp, mussels and calamari. Vegetarian and vegan choices, lighter dishes and satisfying sides provide even more variety.
Daily Food & Drink Specials with Great Weekly Value
We feature a different food or drink special throughout the week, giving guests more ways to enjoy excellent value:
- Burger Mondays: Single Burger & Fries $6.99 or Double Burger & Fries $10.99
- Pasta Tuesdays: Half-Price Pasta and Bowls
- Wing Wednesdays: Half-Price Chicken Wings
- Date Night Thursdays: $69.95 Dinner for Two
- Fish & Chips Fridays: One Piece $9.95 or Two Pieces $15.95
- Ribs & Wings Saturdays: $24.95 Ribs and Wings Dinner
- Sunday Family Funday: Kids Eat Free & Two-for-One Desserts
Our popular Lunch Specials start at just $14.95, with weekday Early Bird Breakfast at $8.95 and daily Early Bird Dinners for $24.95. We feature different drink specials every day in our fully licensed bar, including $6.95 weekend brunch cocktails and $7 martinis and mules on Wednesdays. We are open 364 days a year to serve you delicious meals until late.
Decadent Desserts, Belgian Waffles & Specialty Coffees
Save room for decadent cakes, rich cheesecakes, warm Belgian waffles, flaky croffles, ice cream treats, freshly baked cookies, and our famous Sky-High Carrot Cake. Pair your selection with a handcrafted affogato, specialty coffee, or espresso drink, or enjoy our popular Two-for-One Desserts every Sunday.
Distinctive Ambiance: Cozy Dining Room, Bar, Lounge & Patio
Walk into our restaurant and discover an inviting, warm, and cozy ambiance filled with character and timeless style. Trademark stone-art walls and Renaissance-style murals create a distinctive backdrop, while cozy booth seating sets the stage for family meals, date night dining, and intimate dinners. Meet friends in our cozy bar and, or enjoy our seasonal patio for outdoor dining, where friendly service completes the relaxed atmosphere.
Serving North Oshawa Families for Over Six Years
We have welcomed families, students, faculty and local residents with friendly service, consistent quality and a comfortable upscale-casual atmosphere. Backed by more than 800 positive guest reviews, our team has earned a strong reputation for casual meals, group gatherings, desserts, drinks and relaxed full-service dining.
Family-Friendly Dining Near Costco, Ontario Tech & Durham College
Conveniently located at 2630 Simcoe Street North in RioCan Windfields, our restaurant is directly across from Costco and minutes from Ontario Tech University and Durham College. With easy access from Highway 407 and plenty of free parking, we are a convenient choice for students, faculty, families, shoppers, and local residents seeking relaxed full-service dining.
Enjoy a uniquely welcoming dining space at our Oshawa location. Surrounded by classic Renaissance wall treatments and cozy seating, every visit feels like a special experience.
Symposium Cafe Restaurant Oshawa family neighbourhood restaurant exterior and outdoor patio seating located at the RioCan Windfields and nearby FreshCo and LCBO
What Oshawa Guests Love About Symposium
Explore genuine customer reviews highlighting our all-day breakfast and weekend brunch, lunch and dinner menus, cocktails and bar drinks, desserts, takeout and delivery, and popular specials and deals. Each feature pairs a signature dining experience with feedback from guests who enjoyed it.
All-Day Breakfast & Weekend Brunch
"The breakfast here was fresh, delicious, and perfectly cooked. Friendly staff especially Thamira and quick service made the experience even better. A cozy place to start the day — I’ll definitely be coming back!"
Lunch Favourites, Burgers & Fresh Salads
"Got a gift card so went for a late lunch. They had 2 can dine special that was good value. Spinach dip appetizer was out of this world. Will be going back there. Good vegetarian and seafood options."
Dinner Entrées, Steaks & Comfort Food
"The Mediterranean and Caesar salads were crisp and fresh, the chicken parm and veggie noodles were tasty and dessert was a fun sweet to finish on. Friendly service, peaceful atmosphere, great pricing and good food made it a lovely night out."
Cocktails, Martinis, Mules & Bar Drinks
"Had a wonderful experience here. Our server was lovely and attentive and polite. The food is absolutely delicious. I got the fettuccine Alfredo and it was the best I’ve ever had. Not to mention the coffee is amazing too! 100% recommend this place."
Decadent Desserts, Waffles & Cakes
"I came here and had a great time with family. Manager Theepa was kind and friendly. Made us beautiful deserts. It was delicious she took her time and made it to look very appetizing. Would recommend. Thank you!"
Takeout & Food and Drinks Delivery
"Amazing service! Wanted to eat on the patio but decided to just do take out since the weather turned awful. Our server Melody was very accommodating and even made sure to label the food! I really enjoyed my main course and highly recommend!"
Daily Restaurant Specials & Food Deals
"We have never been to this restaurant before and were pleasantly surprised. The food, service and atmosphere were amazing. The daily specials are phenomenal and the prices are fantastic. Our server was great! We would highly recommend"
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
/lb
$7
Martinis
& Mules Cocktails
Conditions apply.
Dinner
for two
$6995
2 Entrées, 2 Beverages, Appetizer and Dessert to share.
Bottles of WINE
& PROSECCO
Conditions apply.
Fish
& Chips
$995*
/1pc
$1595*
/2pc
Free Chowder Bowl
with select Seafood 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 Hour
3-6pm 9pm-close
Conditions apply.
Early bird Breakfast
Monday - Friday until 10 am
Two-Egg Breakfast starting at
$895
Includes coffee or tea
Early Bird Dinner
3-6 pm
Three-course prix fixe
$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 Oshawa: Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. Our Oshawa 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 Oshawa 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 Oshawa 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 Oshawa is located at 2630 Simcoe Street North in RioCan Windfields, directly across from Costco. Our North Oshawa restaurant is minutes from Ontario Tech University, Durham College, and Highway 407, with easy access for students, faculty, families, shoppers, and residents throughout Durham Region. Plenty of 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.
Yes. Our Oshawa restaurant is open from 8:00 a.m. until 11:00 p.m. Sunday through Thursday and from 8:00 a.m. until midnight Friday and Saturday, 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.
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.
For more than six years, our North Oshawa restaurant has welcomed families, students, faculty, groups, and local residents with friendly service and consistent quality. Backed by more than 800 positive guest reviews, our broad menu, inviting dining room, private patio, daily specials, and convenient location have earned us a strong reputation for casual meals, celebrations, desserts, drinks, and group dining.
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