The Markham Station Restaurant

I truly believe that Markham Station is a Scarborough gem. Most of the people I’ve met who are from Scarborough has heard of Markham Station. Food truly brings people together
I went by again not too long ago and was really surprised at the change of décor! They have renovated their interior to a more classy modern feel compared to their previous décor which gave the impression of an old-​school diner. But I really really like the new décor and am happy this place is upgrading because I would be sad if Markham Station ever closes down.
Before 10 or 11AM, they have a $ 6 breakfast special that always fills me up and leaves me satisfied. It comes with the same ol’ breakfast deal anywhere — 3 eggs, choice of sausage, ham or bacon, with home fries (you can switch this I believe) and choice of toast.
Service was good, she was attentive to our water and asked us if the food and everything was alright. I do really like the homefries here, probably 2^nd to Panagio’s. The booths were really comfy and I like how everything seems sparkly and new.
At Markham Station, there is also a take-​out area which you can go in, order and there are a few seats available for you to eat your takeout in there as well. The take-​out area has a seperate entrance from the dining area. They also have a bar area which closes around 1−2AM, I believe.
Markham Station is also 24 hours, so sometimes I’ll come by for a late night snack… heehee. For those who haven’t been to Markham Station, I really recommend that you do!

Updated to add that the new décor is beautiful but please bring back the edible salad bowls!!!

My family and I shared a breakfast wrap with home fries ($ 8.99) and a Greek salad which came with garlic bread ($ 10?). The wrap was pretty good but basic, it had eggs, bacon, shredded cheese. There were plenty of Homefries which were good as well, not too oily, I believe they were baked not fried. The Greek salad was a large portion and the dressing was very fresh tasting. The coffee was better than I thought it would be, $ 2.50 I think with free refills.
The service was quick and friendly (came at around 3pm weekday though), décor was modern, tables and washrooms were clean.

We were seated fast, food was quick and was enjoyed throughly. 3 eggs special only 5.99 before 11 is a great value 7 days a week.
My Wife had French toast that was good and Daughter had pancakes. All in all we would definitely go back

I used to work in Scarborough. It was nine years ago. My colleagues and I used to come to this restaurant. I have not been back until today.
The outside of the restaurant looks the same. I got a decent parking spot and walked in.
The restaurant’s interior got a makeover. Gone are the bluish-​green booth seats that looked like they were from the 60’s. Instead, the interior looks modern and classy.
I was hungry. I was going for lunch at nearly 5 pm. I went with the super breakfast. I love a good all-​day breakfast. The super comes with three eggs the way that you’d like them, three pancakes, three sausage links, three slices of bacon, a cantaloupe wedge, and your choice of rice, roasted potatoes, or home fries. I went with roasted potatoes. I like that there wasn’t any toast. I would have exploded if I got some!
Service was fast. I got my food in less than ten minutes. I also got a Diet Coke to wash my meal down. It was good. Perhaps more grease than I’m used to, but it was yummy. I loved the roasted potatoes. They are those that you expect when you order souvlaki.
The downside was the washrooms. Three tight stalls are there. Only one person can use the sink. There is little space to open the door to get out. It’s cramped.
I’d come back again for a quick meal. The hours are decent and I liked the prompt service.
(79)

I’ve been to Markham Station a handful of times and I never had high expectations but my last experience was absolutely horrible.
We went during very late hours and there were very few customers. The staff were too lazy to greet us at the door and we sat at one of the tables they pointed us to. It took way too long for the server to come by to take our orders (approximately 15 minutes, even though she only served a few tables). We ordered a Steak Sandwich and Cannelloni. As mentioned before, I did not have high expectations but our food was very sub-​par. The steak had a very pale brown colour to it and it did not looked like it was grilled. The cannelloni was very cheesy but also lacked taste.
The worse part of our experience had to be the service. Our drinks came much after our food arrived and our server was not only rude to us but also to other customers. As mentioned before, they did not seat customers but rather point to tables. One couple came in and did not want to sit where the server pointed so they moved to another table without talking to the server. Under the server’s breath, I could hear her say «ok sit where ever the hell you want». The couple probably should have asked the server but that type of language is unacceptable to paying customers.
After our terrible experience, I left no tip and I can hear the server saying we were cheap. Very unprofessional. I will never go back.

I haven’t come here for the breakfast before, but my friends have. Seems pretty standard (but good). I think food wise this place is pretty consistent. It’s not amazing, but it’s good enough to fill your belly.
The staff here are laid back and friendly. It’s normally pretty busy when I visit, but I haven’t ever had any issues with the service.
Going to give it three stars for now as I haven’t had any problems and generally had a good time while here.

I think my reaction to this place is «Meh», but I come back whenever I’m in the area because I like breakfast food.
Staff: It was easy to get a seat, and they took our order quickly but then for the most of the time we did not see our waitress, so getting the bill took some time. But they were not busy at all, in fact the wait staff was chatting with each other most of the time.
Ambience: It felt dirty. The spoon I had was unclean, as if it was licked clean, rather than washed clean. The seats were sticky, and the place definitely looked like it could use some sprucing up. It doesn’t have that nostalgic or home-​like feel, so it just felt drabby.
Food: It was alright. I had ordered their lunch special where you get toast, eggs, sausage or bacon, and home fries. I wanted over-​medium eggs but they came as over-​well. I opted for sausage which were nice. They only had strawberry jam to go with your toast, which was disappointing. Overall it was nothing too memorable but I was full by the end of the meal. Also, apparently hot water is like $ 1+, which I didn’t see in the menu so it was my fault. I do think that it could’ve been free though.
It’s alright, but I wouldn’t seek it out.

My friend and I were looking for a breakfast place today when we stopped at the Markham Station. Not happy at all. Food wasn’t that great. I was given the wrong item and it was not corrected or apologized for when brought to their attention. I would never eat their again.

Love coming here for fulfill my breakfast craving! Came here on Family day and there was seating room. Our server was friendly and pleasant. So with it to come here for lunch. The pork souvlaki was filling and delicious. Breakfast is always good good for parents with children. The booths can fit the car seat! Always come here whenever we are in this side of town.

I would give this place less than one star if I could. We waited for 20 minutes for a waiter to come to our table and when we called a passing waiter she rudely ignored us and then went on to say how our waitress was coming. Again another 20 minute wait before we called someone over to find someone to help us. The service was terrible and I understand as it was Sunday morning that they would be busy but this was ridiculous.

Note: This review is written based on my experience at the take-​out portion of the restaurant. The experience dining in may be, and likely is, different or perhaps more impressive.
Being in a rush, we popped in here to get some quick grub — for this purpose, this place did the trick. Ended up ordering a «Banquet Burger,» that had a good amount of bacon, but a kraft singles slice of cheese, on a frozen patty. I liked how they allowed you to order from a decent selection of toppings. Since I wasn’t expecting a gourmet burger for take-​out, I don’t have too many complaints here — would still go for Harvey’s those at that quality and price-​point.
The onion rings, I must say, were amazing here. This surprised me, as they were perhaps the best onion rings I’ve ever had — thick, juicy, crispy, and plentiful. I’ll come back for the rings if I’m in the area, but probably not for anything else.

Basic place.
Good food.
Good service.
They charge no hot water here because people ask for hot water and bring their own tea bags. What do you expect in Scarborough anyways? Ghetto
Disgusting washroom on a late Monday morning… and that was the womens washroom. Looks like it wasnt cleaned in 2 days. Had to tell the staff to go give it some attention.

Came here on a Sunday morning for some breakfast… 2^nd time around and i have to say i should have paid the extra money and went to coras.
I got the western omelette and it was dry, their hash brown was dry. Its a sad meal when ketchup cant even save the meal. 20cents for jam… I couldn’t even enjoy jam on my white toast that i didn’t get asked whether i wanted white or brown.
Oh yes and i felt bad for my friend as i started to realize that the server instead of asking for help stacked my plate on top of hers. So i got some steak sauce on the side of my plate.
Not a place ill be coming back again.

This place has seriously gone downhill.
I used to come here often, seeing as how it was 24 hours and a good price for all day breakfast.
The food has gone south. Had the steak and eggs for $ 13.99 and it was disgusting. I could go to T-​Bonez and get an 8oz steak dinner for $ 13.99. The eggs were really dry. The steak was really dry. Everything was really dry.
Our meals came with toast, and no jam! We were told we had to pay 20 cents per pod of jam. Hello? I think that if you’re going to serve toast, the least you can do it provide you one pod of jam. Then charge extra for additional.
The service was bleh too, I mean I guess you sort of expect it from a place like this. But our server asked only one person if they wanted white or brown toast. And then asked another person if they wanted home fries or something else. Aren’t you supposed to ask everyone?
Bad experience. Won’t come back.

This is a great place for breakfast and late night eats. I always enjoy the super breakfast. enough food to last me till dinner! Granted it isn’t the fanciest of places, it still gets the job done.
Wouldn’t recommend non-​breakfast options however.
Price is also very reasonable and staff are generally quite friendly. Weekends are absolutely jam packed so be read to wait.

I came here to appease my family when they suggested this place a day for breakfast. After my last experiences i was determined to avoid this place.
Edible enough food with spotty service on weekends. Basically Your staple breakfast foods (eggs, homefries, sausage, toast and coffee).
My one major peeve is the lack of quicker service on my past 2 visits this year. Moreover the quality of service. The coffee comes with free refills, when I was a kid I recall the servers coming by frequently. I had to flag the servers down multiple times for this. The servers are polite, but I guess it’s difficult to manage on busier days?
I come here, think of my childhood, come
With my parents. I guess it’s tradition, but I remember it being way way better. But I think it’s time I convince my brother to love
Eggsmart more than this place.

I normally like these kinds of places, but this place disappointed me.
Had the station fries cheese (fries with monterey jack cheese, plus a small container of gravy). The melted cheese was already cold by the time we got it. The gravy they gave us was far too small. There was nothing special about the fries. I don’t think this dish was worth the money. Reviewing the menu now, I didn’t even know it was supposed to have bacon!
My main was a light caesar burger. The burger patty was slightly burnt. The caesar dressing was watery and had little taste. The burger came with lots of toppings including lettuce, pickle and tomatoes. The burger bun was cold. Overall, also a disappointment.
The food also took a while to come out. At least service was friendly.
I’d only come back again if I was hungry and it was the middle of the night and everything else was closed. Actually, maybe not — I’d just go to McDonald’s.

What can I say. Markham station is alright. They seem to be more charming/​the food tastes better during those twilight hours, and I’ve heard service doesn’t suck as bad as it does during the daylight. Yes, it IS because your ham showed…
I usually go for their souvlaki — which is overpriced, 14.99 for pork and a whopping 17.99 for chicken. Yikes. But, you do get a fair amount of food, and the skewers of meat are quite nicely broiled and charred. I got the pork just yesterday and was quite satisfied — it comes with generously dressed Greek salad, a serving of rice, a really good amount of tzatziki and their fabulous marinated potatoes, the pork was also flavorful and a delight to eat.
Their menu says «30 minute seating limit» in fine print (lulz WHAT?)
For $ 2.39 you only get one free refill with your coffee (Really?)
Their orange juice is basically puddle water.
And their service is shitty, slow and sub-​par.
Figures because Scarborough is wasteland.

A real 24 hours restaurant and bar in Scarborough.
Large very spacious, all day breakfast and a large menu with varieties.
Been there many times (those late bites).
A+ Great staff, very friendly and quick service.
Food it’s not the greatest but can’t complain it’s cheap and portions are huge.