Originally Posted by
Trubtrescott
Thank you everyone for the helpful suggestions. I'm going to take the Go Bus to Square One. According to the schedule, it runs every 30 minutes during the day and more frequently during rush hours. It's only $4 each way, and is supposed to be a 15 drive with no stops between YYZ Terminal 1 and Square One.
FYI: in addition to the mall, there are several decent restaurants in the Square One area, if you want something a little more interesting than food court fare. Hurontario Road has some cheap and cheerful South Asian and Vietnamese options, and Mavis Road has some good Chinese and Japanese spots.
If you will have a laptop in tow, Square One has an Apple Store which broadcasts and open wi-fi signal, and if you want to get a little more comfortable, there is a Panera Bread outlet in one of the outbuildings of the mall complex (near the Wal-Mart exit) which also has free wi-fi and bottomless coffee. Think Starbucks with a larger menu and better seating.
There are also two movie theatres, one in and one just outside the mall, and the latter one has an IMAX screen. Near that theatre is a large Chapters / Indigo store if you want some reading material for your flight.
Enjoy!