Montreal

Ever notice the feeling you get when visiting a small town?  The type of service you get, can be second to none.  People seem to be more caring and down to earth.  This type of atmosphere is not often found in bigger cities.  Or is it?

James and his wife were visiting friends in Montreal whom they hadn't seen for a couple of years.

On the third day of their visit, James suggested he'd treat everyone to breakfast.

After it was decided as to where they should eat, they were off.

Upon arriving at the restaurant, the first thing everyone noticed was a sign that read "Cash Only."  Well, who carries cash these days right?  Two blocks down the street at a service station there was a cash machine, they were told.  When they got there, and after three attempts to do a withdrawal, James' card was declined.  For some reason it wouldn't accept his PIN.

Somewhat disappointed by now, they headed back to their vehicle, to try a different place.  But as they past in front of the restaurant, there was a gentleman sweeping the sidewalk in front of the main entrance.  He stopped his sweeping for a second to say hello.  James preceded to tell him about what just happened. 

He said,  "Oh no, you all just go on in, find yourself a seat. I'll be right in to make sure you're taken care of.  Don't worry about the money right now, you can take care of that after you eat." 

Upon his advise, they took him up on his offer and went inside.  Had the heartiest breakfast ever. And were treated like royalty.

Oh, the gentleman sweeping outside... was also the owner of the Restaurant.

So even if you're in Montreal or any other major city for that matter, I'm sure somewhere there, you can always find that small town atmosphere.