I knew that new Montclair restaurant Uncle Moustache served vegan favorites such as hummus and falafels, but I had no idea of the depths of culinary and visual delights I was about step into when I opened their unassuming front door for lunch last weekend.

Antique tchotchkes on display in the entry way immediately caught my attention and I was intrigued. Upon entering I noticed the restaurant was full of vintage signs and accessories and I suddenly felt like a kid in a candy store. A tin ceiling, luggage racks lining the walls, and old advertising knickknacks...