700 Bistro

What is 700 Bistro? Tucked into the concourse level below 700 University Avenue, this fast-paced lunch counter—frequently known to building regulars as Est West Cafe—is built entirely around utilitarian speed and massive portions. The space is sparse, loud, and cafeteria-style, trading decor for an efficient steam-table line that feeds a relentless weekday flow of hospital workers, university staff, and corporate commuters.

700 Bistro Menu & What to Order The counter centers on customizable lunch boxes, led by tender chicken or sweet-savory bulgogi beef heaped over steamed white rice. Value peaks with the side selections, allowing guests to load up on five hot or cold accompaniments like sesame glass noodles, crisp broccoli, pasta salad, seasoned chickpeas, and house kimchi. For lighter dining, the massive customizable house salad box offers the same pick-five flexibility, turning marinated tofu and fresh greens into one of the corridor's most cost-effective midday meals.

Know Before You Go Service is strictly walk-in, and the line moves fast even when it stretches down the concourse corridor between 12:00 p.m. and 1:30 p.m. The counter operates exclusively during weekday business hours and shuts down on weekends. Access is seamless via Queen's Park subway station, keeping you underground and out of the cold.