Mandy's Wellington Toronto: Salad Bar Review & Menu
Key Takeaways
- Founded by Montreal sisters Mandy and Rebecca Wolfe in 2004 with no prior food industry experience, now spanning multiple cities across Canada.
- Signature salads feature gourmet toppings like tempura onions, boursin cheese, and tamari mock chicken that set it apart from standard salad bars.
- The Morning Club breakfast menu offers options like Breakfast Buddies (eggs, cottage cheese, cheddar) and matcha chia pudding.
- Wellington Street location features a small, cozy dining space with beautiful design by co-founder Rebecca Wolfe.
- Create-your-own salad bar available alongside signature bowls, smoothies, and soups with fresh ingredients and house-made dressings.
How Two Sisters Turned a Clothing Store Salad Bar Into Mandy's
Mandy and Rebecca Wolfe opened Montreal's first create-your-own salad bar in 2004 in the back of a women's clothing store, and they had absolutely no idea what they were doing. No food experience, no business background, no marketing know-how. Just Mandy's original menu ideas and Rebecca's eye for design.
They crossed their fingers and opened the doors, and against all odds, it worked. People couldn't get enough of the gourmet salads, and the sisters could barely keep up with demand as word spread across the city.
Fast forward to 2025, and Mandy's has grown into a cult favorite with nine locations in Montreal, three Toronto storefronts plus three ghost kitchens (with two more storefronts on the way), one in Ottawa, and locations coming soon to Vancouver. Mandy still runs the kitchen as Creative Food Director and Chef, while Rebecca designs every location and leads brand marketing. Between them, they've published two best-selling cookbooks and gotten their dressings into grocery stores across Canada and beyond.
Now the Wellington Street location brings that Montreal magic to Toronto's downtown core.
What Makes Mandy's Different
What makes Mandy's stand out from the usual salad bar is the unexpected toppings that turn a bowl of greens into something you actually crave. We're talking tempura onions, garlic and herb boursin cheese, tamari mock chicken, and crispy shallots. These aren't afterthoughts. They're what make each salad feel like a real meal.
The Morning Club breakfast menu is another smart move. You can start your day with Breakfast Buddies (eggs, cottage cheese, soy, red peppers, chives, cheddar), a Greek yogurt parfait with mixed berry compote and almond butter granola, or matcha chia pudding topped with mango and coconut flakes. It's a solid alternative to the usual breakfast spots, especially if you want something lighter but still filling.
Signature Salads Worth Ordering
The Steak is a crowd favorite for good reason: mixed greens, roasted sweet potatoes, dried cranberries, pecans, crispy shallots, boursin cheese, and a 4-ounce portion of seared steak. It's hearty without feeling heavy.
Endless Summer brings together romaine, mixed greens, kale, quinoa, shredded carrots, cucumber, avocado, tempura onions, pomegranate seeds, sesame seeds, cilantro, basil, and tamari mock chicken. The combination of textures and flavors keeps it interesting from first bite to last.
If you'd rather build your own, the create-your-own salad bar gives you full control over greens, toppings, proteins, and dressings. The menu also includes smoothies like Cookie Monster (banana, dates, cacao, almond milk, almond butter, hemp hearts, chocolate chip cookie) and grain bowls for those who want something beyond lettuce.
The Space and When to Visit
The Wellington Street location at 437 Wellington St W offers a small but cozy dining room that reflects Rebecca's signature design aesthetic. The space is tight but comfortable, and the fresh ingredients and consistently great dressings keep people coming back.
Plan to visit during off-peak hours if you want to snag a seat inside, since the dining area is on the smaller side. The location is at UG-05, so keep an eye out for the lower-level entrance. Whether you're stopping by for a Morning Club breakfast or a midday salad, Mandy's delivers on freshness and flavor without the usual salad bar boredom. After two decades of building a loyal following in Montreal, the hype is justified.
If you're exploring other spots in the area, Cheezed at Wellington Market serves up famous grilled cheese just steps away, and Bridgette Bar offers small plates and cocktails nearby.
Author
Nadia Karim