Tucked between Petite-Patrie and Little Italy, Buvette Pompette doesn’t try to reinvent the wheel—it just rolls with the Iberian way of doing things. That means affordable wine, small plates meant for sharing, and a room full of regulars who didn’t plan on staying late but did anyway. Opened in late 2022 by a nine-person crew led by Federico Rivas (Bar Chez Baptiste) and importer David Ward, the idea was simple: recreate the feel of a true Spanish neighbourhood counter. Mission accomplished.

The menu stays casual—chorizo braised in cider, fried calamari, patatas bravas, charcuterie and cheese boards—all priced between $5 and $12. Food runs until close, and you’re greeted with a free bowl of olives the moment your glass hits the table. Weekly wine arrivals keep things fresh, cocktails are easygoing, and there’s zero pretense about any of it. No reservations, no pressure. Just a solid spot to get a little pompette.