El Pequeño Bar is described in reviews as a tiny but mighty rum haven in Old Montreal, where a warm intimate atmosphere and top notch service make guests feel welcomed from the moment they step in. The bar is praised for its expansive rum selection and creative cocktails that range from mojitos and daiquiris to signature drinks, with patrons noting skilled craft and balance even when drinks are customized. The staff are described as knowledgeable and genuinely passionate, delivering recommendations and stories that enhance the experience and often turning first-time visitors into repeat guests. The space, although compact, is said to foster conversation and a sense of community among patrons, contributing to a memorable and uplifting night out. Overall, El Pequeño Bar is viewed as a standout spot in Montreal and a must visit for lovers of rum and well made cocktails, with many remarks about returning to enjoy the vibe as much as the drinks.
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! 💙
Tristan was amazing! He took such good care of us for our friend's birthday & totally turned our night around! We loved this place & the drinks were great!
Phenomenal service & the drinks were outstanding. The staff is very knowledgeable & can build a rum drink on the fly with input on your favorite cocktails.
I had a take on a'Last Word' as well as a'F Me Up Nick' which is a limit 1 b/c it is so boozy.
Aug 31, 2025
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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.
Pequeno bar con mucho que ofrecer. Gran diversidad de tipos de ron
El bartebder tiene poderes subliminales para saber que tipo de trago te gusta y te lo hace en frente. Toda una experiencia! Recomendado!
❤?❤?❤? Wow 🤩 Le bar est génial. L'ambiance est fantastique puisque il y a environ 6-7 places pour s'asseoir . L'endroit vient bondé vite 💨. Les cocktails sont excellent! Ambiance Cubaine 5/5 Le service est excellent 👌 Absolument rien à dire
Jackson; with a magician's flair & a poet's soul, crafts rum (& mezcal) based cocktails so transcendent, I'm convinced the man has a direct line to the gods of sugarcane.
Each drink is a symphony: layered, seductive, impossible to replicate, & delivered with the kind of charisma that would make a 1940s movie star jealous.His Mojito? It's not a cocktail-it's a love letter written in mint & lime, sealed with a kiss of sunlight.
The Daiquiri? A frozen ode to elegance, sharp as a tailored suit & smoother than silk in a summer breeze. & don't even get me started on his signature creation-original, yet conjuring the strawberries of one's youth -wildly perfect, I half expected the glass to start glowing.
Jackson works the bar like a conductor commands an orchestra, every gesture purposeful, every pour poetic. He remembers your name, your drink, your dog's birthday-probably even what you were drinking in a past life.
This isn't just bartending. It's theater. It's religion. It's pure, liquid magic. Do yourself a favour & have a seat.
Superbe soirée entre amies! Merci à Tristan de nous avoir reconverties au pequeno. Non seulement les drinks étaient on point, mais le service était encore meilleur! Si vous avez la chance d'y avoir une place, n'hésitez absolument pas!
