Huge seating area... filled with older regulars. Dated decor. Desserts are nothing special - wouldn't recommend. Rundown and lazy wait staff... workers behind the counter are a bit better.
Could definitely make for a good breakfast hangout on a day-to-day basis, though. Has that hole-in-the-wall dîner feel to it. If you're like me, however, you might prefer a more modern and vibrant atmosphere in which case I'd suggest Jacob's deli down the road.
P.S. Will go back to try the Centre street breakfast special (7am-11am) and the famed old-fashioned Montréal smoked meat sandwich. Hope to try the soups and some Jewish favourites like the kreplah soup and the karnatzel. Will update review...
Update: The Montréal smoked meat is nice, yes, filling yes, but at $15 a pop I'd rather make my own sandwich at home. I'm sorry, I know I may be one of the few who admits this, but I just don't get the hype.
Update: 1 star upgrade for delicious kreplach soup and fresh fries that rival any chip stand! Red house wine is a "no", though...very bland.