Symposium Cafe Restaurant in Stoney Creek Ontario
Family-Friendly Dining on Rymal Road East near Upper Centennial Parkway
Neighbourhood Restaurant for Breakfast, Weekend Brunch, Lunch, Dinner, Decadent Desserts, Cocktails & Patio Dining
Best All-Around Restaurant in Stoney Creek : East Hamilton Choice for 16 Years
Symposium Cafe Restaurant, Stoney Creek’s go-to family restaurant and bar, is a neighbourhood dining spot at 2247 Rymal Road East at Upper Centennial Parkway in Heritage Green near Cineplex and Fortinos, serving all day breakfast, gourmet brunch, casual lunch, full dinner menu, desserts, and a private, welcoming patio. A trusted local destination serving Stoney Creek, East Hamilton, and Binbrook for over 16 years—we offer handcrafted cocktails, gourmet comfort food, daily food and drink specials, and catering for special occasions and large parties—with dine-in, takeout, and delivery in a warm upscale casual environment.
Unique & Inviting Renaissance-Inspired Décor
What truly sets us apart is our beautiful and unique decor. Our restaurant features a stunning Renaissance-themed interior, complete with custom frescoes and an inviting, sophisticated ambiance that creates a unique atmosphere unmatched in the area. Whether you are looking for a romantic date night spot or a warm, stylish environment for a family dinner, our special atmosphere makes every visit feel like a grand occasion.
Daily Food & Drink Specials in Stoney Creek
Explore a different featured food or drink offer each day of the week:
- Burger Mondays: $6.99 single burger or $10.99 double burger with fries
- Pasta Tuesdays: Half Price Pasta and Bowls
- Wing Wednesdays: Half Price Wings at $9.47 per pound
- Date Night Thursdays: $69.95 Dinner for Two
- Fish & Chips Fridays: One-piece Fish and Chips for $9.95 or two pieces for $15.95
- Ribs & Wings Saturdays: $24.95 Ribs & Wings Dinner
- Sunday Family Funday: 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 brunch cocktails and $7 martinis and mules on Wednesdays.
Family-Friendly Dining & Kids Eat Free Sundays
Our family-friendly dining room and dedicated kids’ menu make the restaurant a comfortable choice for parents, children, grandparents, and groups. On Sundays, eligible kids can enjoy a free kids’ meal, and families can also take advantage of the two-for-one dessert feature. Conditions apply.
Best All-Day Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner in Stoney Creek
Start your day at the best breakfast spot with our early bird specials and a terrific weekend brunch menu. As a top choice for all-day breakfast, we offer:
- House Specialties: Guest favorites like Ribs & Wings, Fish & Chips, and the best Philly Cheesesteak in town.
- Hearty Entrees: Savory pasta, fresh rice bowls, steaks, and juicy burgers.
- Dietary Variety: A wide selection of vegetarian and vegan menu options ensuring there is something for everyone.
Cakes, Waffles, Desserts & Specialty Coffee
We are the best dessert place in Stoney Creek, perfect for a mid-afternoon break or a late-night dessert craving.
- Signature Treats: Indulge in our iconic Sky-High Carrot Cake or Triple Brownie Cheesecake.
- Two-for-One Special: Don't miss our incredible 2-for-1 Desserts every Sunday!
- Specialty Coffee: Featuring gourmet lattes, indulgent affogatos, and premium espresso drinks.
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 lounge, or enjoy our seasonal patio for outdoor dining, where friendly service completes the relaxed atmosphere.
Dining on Rymal Road East near Upper Centennial Parkway
Find us at 2247 Rymal Road East at Upper Centennial Parkway in Heritage Green, near Cineplex, Fortinos, SmartCentres, Highway 20, and the Lincoln M. Alexander Parkway. The restaurant is convenient for guests from Upper Stoney Creek, Binbrook, Glanbrook, Mount Hope, and the greater Hamilton area, with easy plaza access and plenty of free parking.
A Trusted Stoney Creek Restaurant for Over 16 Years
For more than 16 years, our Rymal Road East location has welcomed families, friends, couples, groups, and guests from Stoney Creek and surrounding Hamilton communities. Our broad menu, distinctive Renaissance-inspired dining room, seasonal patio, daily specials, consistent quality, and friendly service have made us a familiar neighbourhood choice for breakfast, lunch, dinner, desserts, drinks, and celebrations.
Stoney Creek charming restaurant interior located near Walmart Supercentre and adjacent to Fortinos
Stoney Creek restaurant outdoor patio dining on Rymal Road near Upper Centennial Parkway
What Stoney Creek 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
"My dad and I absolutely love Symposium. It was our first time having Alicia and she was lovely, kind and attentive and made the experience even better. Eggs Benedict is fantastic and my dad LOVED the sausages. Overall a can't-miss in Hamilton!"
Lunch Favourites, Burgers & Fresh Salads
"I stopped here with a friend for lunch and must say that I thoroughly enjoyed it. The decor is very warm and welcoming, the staff was very friendly and the selection of food was Overall, very good experience. I would highly recommend."
Dinner Entrées, Steaks & Comfort Food
"Dinner was absolutely amazing & I've never had better fresh squeezed lemonade. I'm already planning our next night out there. The prices & portions are fantastic. We found a real hidden gem with the most relaxing atmosphere!! 10/10 recommend!!"
Cocktails, Martinis, Mules & Bar Drinks
"This was an awesome first visit! Love the seating area here and the chairs! They are so comfy and inviting! We stayed awhile just chatting because it was so comfortable there. Great place for a date night in the future!"
Decadent Desserts, Waffles & Cakes
"Im so happy we recently found this hidden place. We have been 3 times in last 2 weeks. This is my new favorite. We had steak dinner and it was AMAZING. And THEN we had their carrot cake. I cant even tell you how good that was, will be regulars for sure."
Takeout & Food and Drinks Delivery
"We also had a takeout order as well as dine in and it was ready promptly as we were finishing our lunch. Great service!" "The food! Oh the food!!! Amazing! Even had take aways because we were well fed!"
Daily Restaurant Specials & Food Deals
"My opinion... Truly a great spot for date night or any business dinner! Classy and quiet environment, with big dishes and amazing daily specials. The steak was amazing honestly and all the portions were more than decent."
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 Stoney Creek: Frequently Asked Questions
We are located at 2247 Rymal Road East at Upper Centennial Parkway.
Our Stoney Creek restaurant is open daily from 8:00 a.m. until 11:00 p.m. Sunday through Thursday and from 8:00 a.m. until midnight Friday and Saturday, including all holidays except closed on Christmas Day.
From our wonderful breakfast and brunch menu to quick lunch offerings, family dinners with pasta, burgers and seafood, late-night drinks, and one of the largest dessert menus in town, we have what you’re hungry and thirsty for.
We offer a warm, welcoming upscale-casual atmosphere featuring distinctive Renaissance-inspired décor, comfortable booth seating, a dedicated bar and lounge area, and a relaxing outdoor patio during the warmer months.
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 Stoney Creek 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, cozy dining, and large lunch or dinner functions.
Yes. The Stoney Creek kitchen serves its full menu until closing, with late-night food, desserts, cocktails and specialty coffees available.
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 Stoney Creek restaurant through participating delivery services.
Absolutely. Guests regularly visit our Stoney Creek 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.
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