THE best salad bar on Hospital Row hands down. Heads and shoulders above Cultures, Druxy's, and any hospital cafeteria. Est West is hidden in the OPG Building food court, directly connected to Queens Park station. I am eternally grateful to the colleague who introduced me to this place. I feel sorry for the other businesses in the food court. At lunch hour, there is always a long line-up here while the other places are far less busy. But how can they compete? Est West has the freshest, healthiest, yummiest food AND the best value.
I usually get the small salad. I really like the glass noodles, chick peas, broccoli, pasta salad, and fresh fruit. But the most unique item is definitely the TOFU BALLS. They are on the left side of the salad bar and are sadly overlooked by many people. They are lightly battered and fried and taste amazing! Way better than the regular cold, spicy tofu that they also have.
The sandwiches are also great, $5 or less, and you can choose what type of bread, cheese, sauce, etc.
The line moves quickly and staff are always smiling!