Express Eatery at Markville Mall

Amazing space now that the food court has been fully renovated. It feels much bigger and has an open-​concept sense almost. They did attempt to put more natural lighting in the middle/​walkway — super bright, airy, and spacious to walk around. There are plenty of seats, and even during peak lunch hours, you probably won’t need to wait too long for a table or seat. In terms of choices though, it’s pretty standard options — KFC, Amaya, A&W, Taco Bell, nothing too special.

It’s a food court.
You go in… select your choice of grease food, sit down, eat and bin it.
get a grip. who the heck needs to make a special trip to see a food court? that bored people?

Amaya is great, but otherwise this is just a slightly above average food court in terms of selection.
I give Markville huge points for creating a beautiful space and improving the overall experience, but I wouldn’t go out of my way to eat here.

Huge improvement compared to the old food court. Bright and has lots of seats. It’s nice to have an extra elevator in the mall as well. There’s an array of food choices and at different price points. I wished Tim Hortons moved into the Express Eatery. It would be awesome to have a Timmy’s after a meal.

While I do agree that the types of retailers present are indeed a bit ho-​hum, what with there basically being KFC, New York Fries, Manchu Wok, and the like, I can still appreciate this food court for the way it represents the way that (I hope) food courts in the GTA are evolving into. Bright and spacious areas, colourful and clear signage, modern sleek décor, it’s all moving in the right direction, in my opinion.
Let’s be honest, we don’t generally go to a food court for the ambience and overall experience. We go there to eat. So the fact that Express Eatery at least offers a sleek, dare I say sophisticated, frills to your food court ‘dining’ is already a positive in itself. I can’t compare this food court to other restaurants. I can only compare it, to be fair, to other mall– and corporate-​based food courts. And in that regards, this place is a win.
In fact, let’s also pause and reflect (never thought I’d use those words for a food court review lulz) that this place has Indian food (Amaya), Mediterranean food (Villa Madina), and the always excellent Bourbon St Grill. I think we have just become a bit spoiled with food courts these days because many moons ago such a collection of international (however semi-​unauthentic they may be) cuisines would probably not be found in a mall food court.
Yes, it would be nice to have some interesting independent stalls, and yes, it’s still not as cool as the Eaton Centre one. But I still think that it’s worth a visit, even if it’s just to catch a glimpse at how food courts of the near future are going to look like. My mom even said that the food court would not look out of place in a mall in Asia. And anyone who knows me is aware of the fact that I think East Asia is the mecca for cool and hip malls.
Go check it out. It won’t blow you away or anything, but it’s certainly a very pleasant experience. And how often can you say that about a goddam FOOD COURT?

A little disappointed that the same boring restaurants reopened in the new location. KFC, A&W, Mr. Sub and New York fries — boring! They did open a new Indian restaurant that looks good but I didn’t try it yet. They are also opening a Harvey’s (I do hove a Harvey’s burger) and a wrap place shortly. The place looks better than the old food court but feels a little cold.

Express Eatery at Markville Mall is not worth a special trip!
I was hoping that it will be similar to Urban Eatery or Dine on 3.
Here at Express Eatery, you will only find your standard food court’s options: Manchu Wok, A&W, Taco Bells, KFC…
Styrofoams, plastic utensils…
It is though really bright, spacious and airy… love the different options of seating though.
Just wish more interesting vendors will move in one day…