The Peter Kern Library

The Peter Kern Library is a speakeasy Downtown Knoxville Knoxville located in United States.

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Address

407 Union Ave (The Oliver Hotel) Knoxville , TN 37902 United States

Credit Cards Yes
Wi-Fi Yes
Drinks Full Bar, Cocktails

Comments / 37


Keywords:

cocktails holden caulfield red light alley trendy great value quiet restaurants good for special occasions limoncello Shiraz
Patrick Teasdale

Look for the red light in the alley off of Union Ave. Then it's the first door on the right. Enjoy a Old Fashioned - Rye . You won't be disappointed.

Devin Healey

Was in Knoxville for a wedding and this is by far the best bar I've been to.

Juana Francisco

1st time going to the Peter Kern library, and I absolutely loved it. I didn't know what to expect once we walked down the dark alley , but was definetely taken by surprise on what was behind the door.

Ericu Desu

Cool bar with awesome drinks! The atmosphere is very chilled.

Larry Tyner

Awesome Speakeasy . Perfectly crafted cocktails

Victoria

One of the best craft cocktail bars in Knoxville. Small space with a big city feel.

Candice McNamara

Speakeasy ; drinks are a little pricy but worth it. Look for the red light down the ally adherent to market square.

Arthur Carmichael

Try the Slow Food Cocktail - Blueberries , lavender syrup , rosemary tincture, lemon juice & soda

Brandon Roberts

The grendel is our favorite mixed drink . Excellent high ball cocktails .

Andrew Wiseman

Cool speakeasy with good cocktails . Get there early or plan to wait though.

Chris Agee

Their Old Fashioned is incredibly unique. Give it a try! If you can find the place! :-)

Lisa Stalnaker

Great music (coming from a music snob). The artful dodger is yummy.

Kim W

The Sparkling Shiraz and Limoncello were amazing!

Jordan Fraser

Pro Tip: There are power strips beneath the lounges , if you need to charge or plug in.

Ben Ward

You can order small plates from the the main hotel restaurant .

Jamey Larimer

Bespoke cocktails that are worth the price.

Erin Owenby

The daisy is perfect for bourbon lovers and gatsby fans!

Ryan Welch

The Windmill is not on the menu but you should order it.

Corey Miller

Best cocktails in K-Ville

Patrick Hanson

Don't feed the mad ass squirrel!

Brandon Richards

Drizzt but easy on the absinthe . #drizzt @neopirate

Tracy Wilson

Chill place!!! Loved it!

Michael Torano

The Grendel is incredible. Jessi's take on a dark & stormy

ACat22

Better to get a drink than beer !

Lauren

Order an old fashion ????

Nicole Denton

Get the Holden Caulfield ...it's delicious!

Amy Swantko

The cosette is amazing

Brandon Richards

My new fav speakeasy

Camille Kite

Enter through the alley at the red light !

Brenna

Try the Atticus Finch or Holden Caulfield !!

Ariel Hughes

Holden Caulfield is amazing!

Ella Hunsucker

Jessica Rabbit is the best thing about life!

Ryan Foltz

Ask for Amanda, she rocks.

Brenna

These drinks will give you heartburn!

Matt Honkonen

Order the Grendal.

George Wheeler

Really liked the windmill .

Kelly Steffen

Holden Caulfield FTW

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