Peter Kern Library, by Oliver
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407 Union Ave, Knoxville
(865) 521-0050
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The Library is 10/10 one of my favorite bars in Knoxville. If there's a wait - worth it. Inside there are great bar tenders, amazing drinks, and very casual unique seating (sometimes community seating). Hotel guests do get preference, wo just be prepared (don't be a Karen about it). Bouncer guy is great, too, so tip well.
What a lovely hidden gem! We visited for Valentine's Day yesterday and it was such a nice evening.The space is small and intimate, but there are only six tables so you have plenty of room to spread out. We arrived at 5:30 and walked right in and got a table, but it quickly filled up shortly thereafter. I can imagine it gets packed on a Friday night!The Galinda and Count Olaf drinks were delicious. Not too strong with lots of flavor! There wasn't any food on the menu like I'd...read full review
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Hours
| Monday | 5PM - 12AM |
| Tuesday | 5PM - 12AM |
| Wednesday | 5PM - 12AM |
| Thursday | 5PM - 12AM |
| Friday | 5PM - 1AM |
| Saturday | 5PM - 1AM |
| Sunday | 5PM - 1AM |
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We visited the Peter Kern Library a couple weeks again on a Friday. We arrived fairly early and went to the back door. FYI - you'll need a code, which my friend had from the bar's Instagram page. Super cool! The speakeasy is pretty small & intimate. It's dark and moody, but feels so luxurious. There's a small bar with 4 or 5 stools. There are also 5 or 6 curved booths, each of which could comfortable seat 5 or maybe 6 people. Our party of 4 ordered drinks, and all were so delicious....read full review