The Best Restaurant in Ajax for Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner & Patio Dining
Family-Friendly Dining on Rossland Road East near Salem Road
All-Day Breakfast, Gourmet Comfort Food, Drinks, Desserts & Daily Specials
Symposium Cafe Restaurant Ajax – a Family Friendly Place Serving Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner & Desserts in Ajax, Ontario
Ajax Restaurants: WELCOME TO SYMPOSIUM CAFE RESTAURANT AJAX, a Top Family-Friendly Restaurant in Ajax, Ontario and considered one of the Best All Around Restaurants in Ajax. We specialize in serving Gourmet Comfort Food and drinks in a cozy, stylish place. Whether you're enjoying a casual meal or celebrating a Special Occasion, we provide an Unforgettable Dining Experience for families, friends, and groups of all sizes with a Terrific Brunch and Breakfast Menu, Vegetarian and Vegan Menu Options, Kids Meals, and we are considered the Go-To Dessert Place for every occasion. Known for having the Best Food and Drink Deals in Ajax, a cozy beautiful Outdoor Patio, we offer dine-in, takeout, delivery, and patio dining on the Largest and Most Comfortable Patio in the area.
The Best Family Restaurant in Ajax with Patio Dining
Enjoy Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, and Desserts served daily in our restaurant, which features 90 indoor seats and 100 additional seats on our Beautiful Outdoor Patio. Perfect for any season, our charming patio allows you to enjoy your meal while soaking in the surroundings. As a Fully Licensed Restaurant, we offer Daily Food and Drink Specials, free Wi-Fi, and Ample Parking to enhance your experience.
Gourmet Menus for Breakfast, Brunch, Lunch & Dinner
Our diverse menu offers something for everyone, featuring a Terrific Brunch and Breakfast Menu making us a Great Breakfast Spot, and nice Vegetarian and Vegan Menu Options, and a Terrific Kids' Menu. Enjoy hearty lunch and dinner choices, including appetizers, chicken wings, soups, salads, pasta, rice bowls, steaks, seafood, sandwiches, and burgers. Try our House Specialties like the Ribs and Wings, Fish and Chips, Philly Cheesesteak Sandwich, or indulge in our Irresistible Desserts, such as our famous sky-high Carrot Cake, Triple Brownie Cheesecake, Waffles, Croffles, and Affogatos. We also offer refreshing smoothies, freshly squeezed juices, and Gourmet Coffee to satisfy every craving and dietary preference.
The Top Venue for Large Groups & Special Occasions in Ajax
We are the Premier Destination for Large Group Dining in Ajax and the perfect place for any occasion and ideal choice for any celebration or Special Occasions from Birthday Parties and Anniversaries to Family Reunions and Showers, we provide a memorable and comfortable atmosphere. We are also the favorite "Wind-Up" Spot for athletes visiting the Audley Recreation Centre or the Ajax Community Centre.
Best Daily Food and Drink Deals in Ajax Ontario
Enjoy the Best Food and Drink Deals in Ajax, including Daily Lunch Specials, Early Bird Breakfast, and Happy Hour Specials. Our Ajax restaurant offers a full week of popular daily specials, making it easy to enjoy great value for breakfast, lunch, dinner, drinks, desserts and family dining in Ajax. Our popular Lunch Specials start at just $14.95, and we feature different drink specials every day in our Fully Licensed Bar. We are open 364 Days a Year to serve you delicious meals until late.
A Favorite Local Spot & Top-Rated Ajax Restaurant
Visit Symposium Cafe Restaurant Ajax today for a memorable dining experience. Serving Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, and Desserts, we're proud to be Ajax's Favorite Family-Friendly Restaurant. Proudly serving the Ajax Community for over a decade, we have become a Local Favorite and are part of a renowned Canadian restaurant chain with 20 dining spots across Ontario. We are committed to culinary excellence, and with over 2,900 Positive Reviews and a TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence, we ensure a memorable dining experience every time you visit.
Prime Ajax Location Near Costco & Amazon Warehouse
Conveniently located at the corner of Rossland Road East and Salem Road, Symposium Cafe Restaurant Ajax is the ideal dining hub for those visiting Costco, Cineplex Cinemas, or the Amazon Warehouse. Just minutes from the 401 Corridor and Deer Creek Golf Course, we are a favorite destination for residents in Pickering, Whitby, and North Ajax. Whether you're finishing a round of golf or shopping at the nearby RioCan Durham Centre, join us for a wonderful night out, with Ample Free Parking.
Cozy interior of Symposium Cafe Restaurant Ajax family restaurant showing the beautifully designed dining room and upscale-casual seating, at Rossland Road & Salem, near Cineplex Cinemas
Cozy outdoor dining area of Symposium Cafe Restaurant Ajax family restaurant showing the beautifully designed and cozy patio, located on corner of Salem Road & Rossland Road
What Guests are saying about us at Symposium Cafe Restaurant Ajax
Best restaurant in Ajax! We love coming to this Rossland Road spot after shopping at the nearby Ajax Costco or Home Depot. The Early Bird specials are a great deal, and the eggs benedict is always perfect. It’s so convenient being right at the corner of Salem Road across from the Amazon warehouse. Our favorite upscale casual restaurant for a weekend brunch!
All-Day Breakfast & Weekend Brunch
"Had brunch with my cousins, great service, lovely, clean relaxed environment. Staff was amazing and welcoming." "One of my favorite spots in Ajax. Good food and nice space. I love brunch time here and their cakes OMG"
Lunch Favourites, Burgers & Fresh Salads
"One of my favourite restaurants in Ajax! Best place to go to for breakfast, lunch or dinner." "The atmosphere feels upscale but it's definitely comfort food, and the prices are reasonable. My mom and I always drop by for lunch after Costco!"
Dinner Entrées, Steaks & Comfort Food
"I always come back here because of the delicious food and excellent customer service. Thank you symposium for making the night extra special for me and my fiancé!" "Ordered the rib and wing combo and was blown away when I saw my meal"
Cocktails, Martinis, Mules & Bar Drinks
"The cocktails here are amazing! I tried the espresso martini and it was the best I've had. Great spot in Ajax for a date night or drinks on the patio." "I love the specialty lattes, it’s my favorite place to grab a European iced coffee while catching up with friends!"
Decadent Desserts, Waffles & Cakes
"My friend and I visited for the first time last night and we had an amazing experience! The desert she recommended was one of the best cakes I ever tried. I highly recommended trying the hummingbird cake"
Takeout & Food and Drinks Delivery
"I order from Symposium, once every 7 days. This is how much I trust the taste & quality of their food. Plus, they make sure to send food in a well sealed bag so my family has peace of mind. A big thank you"
Daily Restaurant Specials & Food Deals
"We've been coming here for 10 years! We love Sunday two for one desserts & the daily drink specials. It’s our favorite Ajax restaurant for any occasion. The Early Bird specials are the best value in Ajax!"
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 Ajax: Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. Our Ajax restaurant serves breakfast all day, along with a popular Sunday brunch menu. Breakfast favourites include Eggs Benedict, fluffy pancakes, omelettes, avocado toast, French toast, Belgian waffles, 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 brunch cocktails.
Our Ajax 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 Ajax 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. Families can also enjoy Kids Eat Free and two-for-one desserts during our Sunday Family Funday promotion.
Yes. Guests can dine inside our comfortable upscale-casual dining room or enjoy seasonal outdoor dining on our cozy patio. Our fully licensed bar serves cocktails, martinis, mules, wine, beer, brunch drinks, and daily drink specials. Vegetarian, vegan, lighter, and customizable menu choices are also available for guests with different tastes and dietary preferences.
Symposium Cafe Restaurant Ajax is located at 338 Rossland Road East, at the northeast corner of Rossland Road East and Salem Road. We are in the same plaza as GoodLife Fitness and directly across from the Amazon Fulfillment Centre, with Costco, Cineplex Cinemas, and RioCan Durham Centre nearby. Ample free plaza parking is available for our guests.
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 Ajax location serves late-night favourites, desserts, specialty coffees, cocktails, beer, wine, and other drinks in a comfortable and relaxed setting. It is a convenient choice for an evening meal, drinks with friends, dessert after a local outing, or a casual late-night visit on Rossland Road East.
Symposium Cafe Restaurant Ajax has proudly served the Ajax community for over a decade. Our broad menu, friendly service, stylish dining room, seasonal patio, fully licensed bar, daily specials, convenient hours, and welcoming neighbourhood atmosphere have made us a trusted choice for everyday meals, weekend brunch, family gatherings, celebrations, date nights, and drinks with friends.
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.