Symposium Cafe Restaurant Whitby – Mediterranean
This vibrant destination bridges the gap between a refined cafe atmosphere and the bold, soulful heat of North Indian street food, where the air hums with the enticing aroma of toasted spices and sizzling tandoori specialties. Guests can lose themselves in the crunch of golden Amritsari fish pakora or the comforting warmth of pillowy aloo kulcha and channa bhatura, each plate a colorful celebration of authentic flavors served in an inviting, contemporary setting.
Broadleaf Avenue +19056554555 https://chingari.caRating: 4/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Price range: $
Dietary options: vegetarian, vegan, halal, high-protein, keto, low-carb, pescatarian, plant-based, low-sodium, heart-healthy, whole30, paleo, low-fat, dash-sodium-reduced, anti-inflammatory, atkins, south-beach, gerd, low-cholesterol, high-fiber, alkaline, tlc, aip, zone, volumetrics, carnivore, renal, lectin-free, slow-carb
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
What diners are saying
Celebrated for its excellent food and perfectly sized portions, guests consistently praise the welcoming atmosphere that makes every visit a memorable neighborhood experience. Reviewers highlight the attentive and knowledgeable service, noting that the staff’s expertise and friendly demeanor create an inviting environment that diners truly appreciate.
Menu
Lunch Specials
Served until 3:30pm with rice, naan and chef's daily appetizer.
- Veg Combo - $11.99: Includes Rice, Naan & chef's daily appetizer Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: lunch
- Veg Paneer Combo - $12.99: Includes Rice, Naan & chef's daily appetizer Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: lunch
- Chicken Combo - $13.99: Includes Rice, Naan & chef's daily appetizer Available at: lunch
- Lamb Combo - $14.99: Includes Rice, Naan & chef's daily appetizer Available at: lunch
- Fish Combo - $15.99: Includes Rice, Naan & chef's daily appetizer Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: lunch
- Channa Bhatura - $11.99: Chickpea curry with fried bread Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Amritsari Aloo Kulcha with Channa - $12.99: Stuffed potato bread with chickpea curry Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Chef's Specialities
- Chingari Gobi - $12.99: Crispy fried seasoned cauliflower Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, South-Beach, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Amristari Fish Pakora - $14.99: Seasoned fried fish Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Malai Soya Chaap - $14.99: Creamy soya chunks & onions Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tandoori Soya Chaap - $14.99: With peppers & onions Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline Available at: dinner, lunch
- Triple Triple Chicken - $16.99: Malai, Harayali & tikka Available at: dinner, lunch
Appetizers
- Vegetable Samosa - $5.99: Stuffed spiced potato & peas Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Samosa - $6.99: Stuffed spiced ground chicken Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Pakora - $12.99: Lightly spiced in crispy batter Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shrimp Pakora - $16.99: Crispy deep fried shrimps Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Aloo Tikki - $7.99: Seasoned potatoes patty Dietary tags: Halal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mix Veg Pakora - $8.99: Spinach, onion & potatoes Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Plant-Based Available at: dinner, lunch
Tandoori Kababs & Tikkas
- Chicken Kabab - $14.99: Seasoned ground chicken Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo, AIP, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lamb Kabab - $15.99: Seasoned minced lamb Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo, AIP, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Paneer Tikka - $13.99: Marinated paneer chunks Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Tikka - $14.99: Marinated boneless chicken Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fish Tikka - $15.99: Marinated white fish Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
Chicken Mains
- Butter Chicken - $15.99: Baked Chicken simmered in creamy tomato gravy Dietary tags: Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chingari Chicken Kadai - $15.99: Traditionally cooked with peppers, onions & home roast spices Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Tikka Masala - $15.99: Baked Chicken, onions, peppers & tomato gravy Available at: dinner, lunch
- Saag Chicken - $15.99: Cooked in pureed spinach curry Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, Carnivore, TLC, AIP, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Korma - $15.99: Creamy rich white sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Vindaloo Chicken - $15.99: Spicy and flavoured curry Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Low-Sodium, Atkins, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Renal, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Curry - $15.99: Traditionally street style Dietary tags: High-Protein, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Lababdar - $15.99: Creamy caramelized Onions & Tomatoes Available at: dinner, lunch
Vegetarian & Paneer Mains
- Butter Paneer - $14.99: Paneer chunks in tomato buttercream sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Muttar Paneer - $14.99: Paneer and Peas cooked in onion tomato sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Palak Paneer - $14.99: Paneer chunks in creamy pureed spinach Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, South-Beach Available at: dinner, lunch
- Paneer Lababdar - $14.99: Creamy caramelized Onions & Tomatoes Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Daal Makhani - $13.99: Traditionally cooked Black lentils Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bhindi Masala - $13.99: Okra with sautee onion, tomato & peppers Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline Available at: dinner, lunch
Clay Tandoori Breads
- Plain Naan or Butter Naan - $3.5: Freshly baked in tandoor Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Garlic Naan - $4.5: Garlic and cilantro topping Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cheese Naan - $6.99: Stuffed with cheese duo Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
Beverages
- Mango Lassi - $4.99: Refreshing natural yogurt and puree Mango
- Masala Chai - $2.99: Traditional spiced tea
- Coke - $2.49: Regular soda
- Kingfisher Beer - $7: Indian bottled beer Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal
Desserts
- Khoya Gulab Jamun - $4.99: 2 pieces Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
- Rasmalai - $4.99: 2 pieces Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Mango Kulfi - $5.99: Homemade frozen dessert Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, TLC
Frequently Asked Questions about Symposium Cafe Restaurant Whitby
- Does this restaurant have a website or online ordering?
- Symposium Cafe Restaurant Whitby has an official website available at https://chingari.ca for customer use and information.
- Where is this restaurant located?
- Symposium Cafe Restaurant Whitby is located in Whitby, offering a neighborhood dining experience with Mediterranean and North Indian influences.
- Which diets does this restaurant support based on its menu?
- The restaurant supports diverse diets including vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, keto, halal, dairy-free, plant-based, high-protein, and low-carb options across its menu.
- How does this restaurant compare to others in the same cuisine type?
- This budget-friendly Mediterranean restaurant stands out with a 4.0/5 rating, offering extensive dietary options and highly praised, attentive service.
- Does this restaurant offer good ambiance?
- Guests consistently praise the welcoming, inviting atmosphere and contemporary setting, which create a memorable and friendly neighborhood dining experience.
- Which dishes work for multiple diets at once (e.g., keto + gluten-free)?
- Paneer Tikka fits keto and gluten-free diets, while Palak Paneer and Triple Triple Chicken are both low-carb and gluten-free options.
- What do customers love most about this restaurant according to reviews?
- Customers love the excellent food, perfectly sized portions, and the attentive, knowledgeable service within a welcoming neighborhood atmosphere.
- What are the most popular dishes at this restaurant?
- Popular menu highlights include Amritsari fish pakora, aloo kulcha, channa bhatura, chingari gobi, and various meat and vegetable combos.
- What makes this restaurant unique or special?
- This restaurant uniquely combines a refined cafe atmosphere with authentic North Indian street food, featuring specialty tandoori dishes and combos.
- What's the best way to experience this restaurant?
- Enjoy a budget-friendly meal in a welcoming atmosphere featuring attentive service and authentic North Indian street food specialties.
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