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El Pequeño Bar
Cocktail Bar Top Pick

El Pequeño Bar

Old Montreal
4.9$$
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El Pequeño Bar Montreal Restaurant: Menu, Reviews & Reserve (2026)
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Reviews for El Pequeño Bar

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Review Summary

El Pequeño Bar is described as the smallest bar in Canada with a bold rum-forward cocktail program and a warm, intimate vibe. There is no standard menu, and drinks are customized to taste, often delivering strong, balanced flavors that guests call dangerously delicious. The atmosphere is consistently praised for being cozy and social, with attentive, knowledgeable staff who craft inventive cocktails on the fly and offer thoughtful recommendations, making the experience feel personal yet communal. Guests note memorable nights filled with lively conversation, great hospitality, and drinks that showcase a superb rum selection. Overall, this spot stands out for world-class cocktails in a tiny space, blending theater like service, vibrant energy, and a strong sense of place that keeps visitors returning.
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5.0

Cocktails were incredible unique & Jackson was such an amazing bartender, made incredible drinks & was a great time

Oct 8, 2025
on Google

Are you a tired woman who is tired of making decisions? Look no further. Bartender Jackson actually reads minds. Whether you speak French or English or maybe even Spanglish, Jackson can lock eyes with you for 2.7 seconds before telling you exactly what adult beverage your heart desires. What is this magic? It's a mystical wonder of Montreal that must be experienced. I didn't even take a picture of my drink I was so enthralled, living in the moment. But thank you Jackson for a unique Montreal encounter. I hope to be back! 💙

Oct 6, 2025
on Google
5.0

One of the best bars in Montreal. The service & drinks are amazing. The bartender Jackson was phenomenal!! His energy, hospitality & his creativeness with the drinks were amazing. He made our time in Montreal really special.

Aug 24, 2025
on Google

Jackson is the best bartender ever!! He made me the best martini! Will definitely be back for the good vibes & amazing cocktails!

Aug 22, 2025
on Google
5.0

Smallest bar in Canada with the greatest vibes, service, & rum drinks by one of the liveliest bartenders! Argh mates!

Aug 2, 2025
on Google

Amazing place. Super friendly & great cocktails. We came here back to back night & both Jackson & Tristan were amazing bartenders...check this place out.

Aug 2, 2025
on Google

My cousins & I came here & had the best time!! It's the smallest bar in Canada with great rum drinks. Jackson the bartender has such a great vibe & made the whole experience!

Aug 2, 2025
on Google

An amazing spot, the bartenders are on point with their drinks & service!

Jul 19, 2025
on Google

The bartender cooked me up a delicious lemony drink
Also had 3 ounces

Apr 24, 2025
on Google
5.0

03/30/25
Really cool little bar, Justin was the bartender when we went & he was really accommodating, crafted us some great bespoke cocktails

Mar 31, 2025
on Google

A fantastic cocktail bar with an incredibly well-curated selection of Cuban classics! Jackson is a stellar bartender with skill & personality. This is a bar that stays on the list - a must-visit ☺️❤️

Jan 12, 2025
on Google

The mojitos were amazing & the Cuban sandwich was as well. Jackson was a great bartender & super friendly too. Definitely stop by here & maybe he'll give you some recommendations on other places to go afterwards. He gave us a ton & we had such an amazing night exploring different parts of the city.

Jan 2, 2025
on Google

Tristan was an amazing bartender! He is a great conversationalist & gave us great recommendations for drinks & a talented mixologist. I would recommend this place! He helped create a really cozy & fun environment.

Jan 2, 2025
on Google

Absolutely wonderful! Had a great time at this cute bar & the bartender Jackson was very helpful & informative, will definitely be back!

Dec 9, 2024
on Google

We didn't eat, just some incredible cocktails! Fun bartender - very well done cocktails. So on trend. Nice to find a spot in Old Montréal that isn't touristy.

Dec 8, 2024
on Google
5.0

El Pequeno is a wonderful spot! Jackson is an amazing host & bartender, always making you feel welcome with his friendly vibe. He offers great drink recommendations & is super knowledgeable. With great music & one of the best rum selections in Montreal, it's definitely a place worth visiting!

Nov 11, 2024
on Google
5.0

The Cubano slaps & is a cost effective solution to wanting to drink more but not having eaten. Also good rum selection for the city, the bartender (Tristan) was very friendly, & he made a hell of an off-list jungle bird.

Nov 8, 2024
on Google

If I could give more stars to this place, I would. I always have a blast when I come here, drinks are amazing, as well as the bartenders!! Honorific mention to William.

Jul 29, 2024
on Google

Oh my god. What a fantastic experience at El pequeno!!! Will took incredible care of us & explained multiple rums to us. Cocktails were excellent, what a talented bartender. I can not wait to be back

Mar 27, 2024
on Google

This review is far too late, but we were here last September. Gaspard is seriously the best bartender I've ever met. If Gaspard is still at El Pequeño, he deserves a big raise!

Oct 16, 2023
on Google