Symposium Cafe Restaurant Oakville – Breakfast, Brunch & Casual Dining
Family-Friendly Restaurant in Oakville at 1500 Upper Middle Road West near Third Line
A Welcoming Neighbourhood Restaurant for All-Day Dining, Weekend Brunch, Signature Desserts, Cocktails & Patio Dining
A Go-To Dinner Restaurant & Casual Dining Spot in Oakville for Over 14 Years
Symposium Cafe Restaurant Oakville, located at 1500 Upper Middle Road West at Third Line in the Sobeys plaza beside The Beer Store and adjacent to Glen Abbey Community Centre, is a popular neighbourhood dining spot and go-to family-friendly restaurant in Oakville, Ontario, for breakfast, weekend brunch, lunch, dinner and patio dining. Serving gourmet comfort food, handcrafted cocktails and specialty drinks in a warm, stylish setting, we have been a trusted local restaurant in Oakville's Glen Abbey community for over 14 years. A favourite choice among restaurants in Oakville for casual dining, family dinners, date nights and special occasions, we offer something for everyone, including all-day breakfast, hearty lunch and dinner entrées, vegetarian and vegan options, a kids' menu, signature desserts, popular daily food and drink specials, and late-night dining. Enjoy our seasonal patio, beautifully designed dining room and inviting fully licensed bar and lounge, welcoming guests from Oakville, Glen Abbey, Bronte and surrounding communities.
Terrific Brunch and Breakfast Menu making us a Popular Breakfast Spot
Breakfast is served all day, with favourites including Eggs Benedict, pancakes, French toast, Belgian waffles, hearty three-egg breakfasts, handcrafted omelettes, avocado toast, breakfast sandwiches, and steak and eggs.
Lunch & Dinner in Oakville: Hearty Entrées, Seafood, Vegetarian Options & More
Our diverse menu offers a wide variety of hearty, full-service dining choices for every appetite. Enjoy shareable appetizers, crispy chicken wings, fresh salads, comforting pasta dishes, savoury rice bowls, premium steaks, seafood, hearty sandwiches, and generously portioned burgers.
Go-To Dessert Place: Signature Cakes, Waffles, & Sunday Two-for-One Desserts
Indulge in our famous Sky-High Carrot Cake, decadent cakes, waffles, croffles, ice cream treats, cookies, affogatos, and specialty coffee drinks or visiting for our popular Two-for-One Desserts every Sunday.
Best Food and Drink Deals in Oakville, Happy Hour Specials, Early Bird Dinner
Enjoy the Best Food and Drink Deals in Oakville, including Daily Lunch Specials, Early Bird Breakfast, and Happy Hour Specials. Our Oakville 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 Oakville. 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.
Oakville Bar & Lounge: Cocktails, Drinks, Patio Dining & Cozy Ambiance
Walk into our restaurant and discover a warm, inviting atmosphere filled with character and timeless style. Trademark stone-art walls, Renaissance-style murals and comfortable booth seating create a distinctive setting for family meals, date nights and intimate dinners. Our fully licensed Bar & Lounge is a popular Oakville spot for cocktails and drinks with friends, featuring signature and classic cocktails, martinis, mules, margaritas, sangrias, wine, draught and bottled beer, along with Happy Hour and daily drink specials. Enjoy cocktails and drinks with dinner, meet friends in our cozy lounge, or make the most of our standout seasonal patio—one of the best places to relax, dine outdoors, and enjoy late-night drinks in Oakville.
An Oakville & Glen Abbey Neighbourhood Dining Spot for Over 14 Years
As part of a proudly Canadian restaurant chain with 20 locations across Ontario and over 2,000 positive guest reviews, our Oakville restaurant continues to be a trusted neighbourhood choice for breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner, desserts, cocktails, and memorable get-togethers.
Family-Friendly Dining at Upper Middle Road West and Third Line near the QEW
Conveniently located in Oakville’s Glen Abbey area, we are situated at the southeast corner of Third Line and Upper Middle Road West in the Sobeys plaza, directly beside The Beer Store. We are just north of the QEW and close to Glen Abbey Community Centre.
Oakville Ontario family restaurant interior near Glen Abbey Community Centre, featuring comfortable booth seating and Renaissance-style murals create a distinctive backdrop at Symposium Cafe.
Oakville family restaurant with friendly staff welcoming guests to our cozy enclosed patio for seasonal outdoor dining in Glen Abbey, beside the Beer Store in Sobeys Plaza at Upper Middle Road West and Third Line.
What Our Guests Love About Our Us: Breakfast, Brunch, Lunch, Dinner & Drinks
See what guests enjoy most about dining at Symposium Cafe Restaurant Oakville. Explore genuine Oakville guest reviews highlighting our all-day breakfast and weekend brunch, lunch and dinner menus, cocktails and bar drinks, signature desserts, takeout and delivery, and popular daily specials and deals for every occasion.
All-Day Breakfast & Weekend Brunch
"I opted for their breakfast menu, and I can confidently say that every dish exceeded my expectations. It's evident that they take pride in using quality ingredients."
Lunch Favourites, Burgers & Fresh Salads
"All the food was amazing. The $20 symposium double burger was 10.99 on Monday with fries. And it was the best burger we have had in a long time. Home made from ground chuck."
Dinner Entrées, Steaks & Comfort Food
"The restaurant offers a warm inviting ambiance that creates a pleasant comfortable dining experience from the moment you arrive. The food was excellent well prepared, flavorful, and thoughtfully presented. What truly stood out was the outstanding service."
Cocktails, Martinis, Mules & Bar Drinks
"Upon entering, I was immediately struck by the spacious interior and high ceilings. The interior design was nothing short of impressive, and it set the tone for a memorable dining experience. Symposium Cafe in Oakville has become a must-visit spot for me."
Decadent Desserts, Waffles & Cakes
"Very cozy for ladies outing. Food is super and huge portions. Dessert is a hit. Every time I try something new and get amazed. Chocolate cake, carrot cake, humming bird cake, and my favorite Belgian Waffles. My favorite place in Oakville"
Takeout & Food and Drinks Delivery
"Did takeout for work and the food was amazing! Everyone enjoyed it and it was still hot by the time we ate it. I got the lunch special fish and chips. Service was awesome, they helped bring the food to the car. Highly recommend."
Daily Restaurant Specials & Food Deals
"Mackenzie, our server, was pleasant and efficient. Good, filling but not oversized portions and reasonable prices. Enjoyed the eggs Benny and BLT. Would come back for a tea and a dessert. Very nice atmosphere. I dig the daily specials."
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
Located at 1500 Upper Middle Road West in Oakville, Ontario, our family-friendly restaurant is situated in the Sobeys plaza at Third Line, beside The Beer Store and near Glen Abbey Community Centre. Conveniently located with easy access from Glen Abbey, Bronte and surrounding Oakville neighbourhoods, our restaurant offers ample free plaza parking for guests visiting for breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner and drinks.
Our Oakville restaurant is open daily from 8:00 a.m. to midnight, including all holidays except closed on Christmas Day.
Our Oakville restaurant serves a wide variety of gourmet comfort food for breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner. The menu features all-day breakfast favourites, weekend brunch, gourmet burgers, sandwiches, fresh salads, pasta, steaks, ribs, chicken, seafood, and vegetarian and vegan options. We also offer a kids' menu, signature desserts, specialty coffees, handcrafted cocktails, beer and wine, along with popular daily food and drink specials. Guests can enjoy everything from a casual breakfast or business lunch to a family dinner, date night or late-night dining.
Our Oakville restaurant offers a warm, welcoming, upscale-casual atmosphere that's perfect for family dining, casual lunches, business meetings, date nights and special occasions. The beautifully designed dining room features comfortable booth seating, Renaissance-inspired murals and soft lighting, creating a cozy neighbourhood restaurant setting. Guests can also enjoy our inviting fully licensed bar and lounge for cocktails and drinks, or relax on our seasonal outdoor patio.
Absolutely. We are family-friendly, with comfortable booths, a children’s menu, all-day breakfast, popular family meals, delicious desserts and choices for both kids and adults.
Yes. During patio season, our spacious patio is a great place to get together for outdoor dining. With colourful umbrellas, lush greenery and comfortable seating, it is a favourite dining spot for guests and visitors.
Yes. The menu includes a good variety of vegetarian, vegan and gluten-friendly choices. Check out our online menu, where convenient icons make it easy to identify your preferences.
Yes. From signature classic martinis, refreshing mules and house-made sangrias to popular beers, wines and non-alcoholic mocktails, our bar menu offers the perfect drink for every occasion.
Yes. We offer full table service for breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner, desserts and late-night dining.
Yes. Discover our complete menu of daily food and drink specials, weekly restaurant deals and value-driven casual dining offers, including Happy Hour, Early Bird specials and weekday lunch deals.
Yes. Ample free plaza parking is available directly outside our restaurant.
Absolutely. We specialize in large-group and special-occasion dining and are especially popular for birthdays, anniversaries, family celebrations, date nights, business gatherings and group events.
Walk-ins are always welcome at our Oakville restaurant. Reservations are recommended for larger groups, weekends and special occasions.
Yes. We are your ultimate breakfast and brunch spot, with everything from traditional favourites and an amazing variety of Eggs Benedict to delicious French toast, avocado toast, freshly squeezed juices, mimosa cocktails and much more.
Yes. We are one of the best places to eat in town, with a dinner menu offering wide appeal for family dinners with the kids, special celebrations, romantic nights out, private dining, and large lunch or dinner functions.
Yes. The Oakville kitchen serves its full menu until closing, with late-night food, desserts, cocktails and specialty coffees available until midnight.
Yes. Come discover and indulge in our epic and decadent desserts, with one of the most heavenly and unique dessert menus you will find in a full-service restaurant, including cakes, waffles, crepes, Tres Leches Cake, affogatos, ice cream and much more.
Yes. Takeout and delivery are available from our Oakville restaurant through participating delivery services.
Absolutely. Guests regularly visit our Oakville location for dessert and coffee, cocktails at the bar, or a casual drink with friends.
Yes. We are open regular hours on all holidays except closed on Christmas Day.
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.