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.
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
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First time in Montreal & I cannot recommend going anywhere else for a cozy, intimate & great atmosphere. Wil & Milee contributed to this. They both took care of us, & were delightfully inviting, attentive & friendly. Their hospitality alone makes us want to come back & spend the entire night at the bar. These two truly were the great environment that El Pequeno offers.
Petit bar qui mérite assurément qu'on y arrête! Petit frère du Coldroom, on y sert des breuvages d'une grande qualité. Merci à Olivier pour le bon moment, assurement le clou de nôtre soirée :)
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
A very tiny bar, with one sitting table in the middle. I would say max 8 people can go in, & I assume in the summer more with the terrace. The service was amiable. We had two cocktails one margarita & one specialty cocktail of the season. Both were beautifully presented & both were delicious,
We went in to warm up on a cold February night & for being such a small bar (the smallest in all Canada!), the atmosphere was impeccable. The lighting, the music & the drinks were 😍😍😍. We had the old cubano for drinks. WOW! Well done el pequeno!!
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!
