Vitamin Daily

Moishe’s has been a fixture on the Main since 1938 (the original Moishe was a waiter who won the restaurant from his boss in a poker game).

Moishe’s is moving into modernity with a top-to-bottom makeover, featuring a beautiful new ceiling, exposed brick, modern lighting, and up-to-date art, as well as the new 3 Hours to Midnight menu ($25 for appetizer, main and coffee/tea) served weekends from 9 p.m. to midnight. We stopped in for a pre-party nosh, opting for lush organic salmon tartare, followed by a scrumptious lobster roll that inspired memories of Maine, as well as a borrowed bite from our dining companion’s perfectly pink-in-the-middle petit filet. But don’t fret! You can still fill up on Moishe’s coleslaw, pickles, and famous Monte Carlo potatoes, and finish with a creamy and custardy mille feuille for dessert.

Don’t forget to nicely ask the Maitre D’ for a secret piece of DubbleBubble on your way out. —JN

Moishe’s, 3961 St. Laurent Blvd., Montreal, 514-845-3509, www.moishes.ca