As I waited for a friend, I watched lots of mall employees, groups of females friends and moms with children in tow get in line. Service is quick and courteous, with one counter for meals and another for baked goods. The salads are huge and will definitely fill you. Each comes with a sourdough roll and your choice of dressing. The Chicken Oriental Salad includes bok choy, sesame seeds, chow mein noodles and sesame vinaigrette.
Soups are hearty and healthy.
I like the vegetarian gumbo, made with fresh veggies, bulgar wheat and a tomato base. The hot panini sandwiches are a solid attempt at recreating the Italian sandwich pressed on a hot grill. Try the portabella and mozzarella panini, with thick slices of marinated mushrooms, basil and gooey cheese between slabs of rosemary and onion focaccia. There are lots of opportunities to mix and match meals. You can choose soup and salad or sandwich and soup or other combinations.