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: high-protein, vegetarian, nut-free, keto, low-carb, gluten-free, dairy-free, vegan, halal, plant-based, whole30, paleo, diabetic, sugar-free, pescatarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, mediterranean, high-fiber, atkins, south-beach, clean-eating, anti-inflammatory, low-cholesterol, carnivore, volumetrics, tlc, detox, alkaline, slow-carb, candida, lectin-free, mayo-clinic
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, Plant-Based
- Veg Paneer Combo - $12.99: Includes Rice, Naan & chef's daily appetizer Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Chicken Combo - $13.99: Includes Rice, Naan & chef's daily appetizer Dietary tags: High-Protein
- Lamb Combo - $14.99: Includes Rice, Naan & chef's daily appetizer Dietary tags: High-Protein
- Fish Combo - $15.99: Includes Rice, Naan & chef's daily appetizer Dietary tags: High-Protein, Pescatarian
- Channa Bhatura - $11.99: Chickpea curry with fried bread Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, High-Fiber
- Amritsari Aloo Kulcha with Channa - $12.99: Stuffed potato bread with chickpea curry Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, High-Fiber
Chef's Specialities
- Chingari Gobi - $12.99: Crispy fried seasoned cauliflower Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, High-Fiber
- Amristari Fish Pakora - $14.99: Seasoned fried fish Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Malai Soya Chaap - $14.99: Creamy soya chunks & onions Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Plant-Based, High-Fiber
- Tandoori Soya Chaap - $14.99: With peppers & onions Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Plant-Based, High-Fiber
- Triple Triple Chicken - $16.99: Malai, Harayali & tikka Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach
Appetizers
- Vegetable Samosa - $5.99: Stuffed spiced potato & peas Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol
- Chicken Samosa - $6.99: Stuffed spiced ground chicken Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Chicken Pakora - $12.99: Lightly spiced in crispy batter Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Shrimp Pakora - $16.99: Crispy deep fried shrimps Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Aloo Tikki - $7.99: Seasoned potatoes patty Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, Low-Cholesterol
- Mix Veg Pakora - $8.99: Spinach, onion & potatoes Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol
Tandoori Kababs & Tikkas
- Chicken Kabab - $14.99: Seasoned ground chicken Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, Slow-Carb, Candida
- Lamb Kabab - $15.99: Seasoned minced lamb Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Carnivore, Slow-Carb, Candida, Lectin-Free
- Paneer Tikka - $13.99: Marinated paneer chunks Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins
- Chicken Tikka - $14.99: Marinated boneless chicken Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, Candida
- Fish Tikka - $15.99: Marinated white fish Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, TLC, Slow-Carb, Candida
Chicken Mains
- Butter Chicken - $15.99: Baked Chicken simmered in creamy tomato gravy Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free
- Chingari Chicken Kadai - $15.99: Traditionally cooked with peppers, onions & home roast spices Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Atkins
- Chicken Tikka Masala - $15.99: Baked Chicken, onions, peppers & tomato gravy Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Atkins
- Saag Chicken - $15.99: Cooked in pureed spinach curry Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach
- Chicken Korma - $15.99: Creamy rich white sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free
- Vindaloo Chicken - $15.99: Spicy and flavoured curry Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Atkins
- Chicken Curry - $15.99: Traditionally street style Dietary tags: High-Protein
- Chicken Lababdar - $15.99: Creamy caramelized Onions & Tomatoes Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Atkins
Vegetarian & Paneer Mains
- Butter Paneer - $14.99: Paneer chunks in tomato buttercream sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free
- Muttar Paneer - $14.99: Paneer and Peas cooked in onion tomato sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber
- Palak Paneer - $14.99: Paneer chunks in creamy pureed spinach Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, High-Fiber
- Paneer Lababdar - $14.99: Creamy caramelized Onions & Tomatoes Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Daal Makhani - $13.99: Traditionally cooked Black lentils Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber, Slow-Carb
- Bhindi Masala - $13.99: Okra with sautee onion, tomato & peppers Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Slow-Carb
Clay Tandoori Breads
- Plain Naan or Butter Naan - $3.5: Freshly baked in tandoor Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Garlic Naan - $4.5: Garlic and cilantro topping Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Cheese Naan - $6.99: Stuffed with cheese duo Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
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
Desserts
- Khoya Gulab Jamun - $4.99: 2 pieces Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Rasmalai - $4.99: 2 pieces Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Pescatarian
- Mango Kulfi - $5.99: Homemade frozen dessert Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Pescatarian
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.