Jared W.
9/2/2025
The Peter Kern Library is a great spot for a cocktail before or after dinner. I enjoy the "speakeasy" vibe, in the heart of Downtown Knoxville. From my understanding, they frequently update their...
Peter Kern Library
$$$
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407 Union Ave
Knoxville, TN 37902
Hidden inside the historic Kern Building, behind The Oliver Hotel lobby, is Knoxville’s one and only speakeasy, The Peter Kern Library. Once a well-kept secret, the bar is now a beloved institution. The dark wood, fireplace, rows of books, and cocktails named after literary characters create a warm and cozy atmosphere where time seems to stop.
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Chris C.
5/4/2025
As advertised. A very cool experience in a pretty neat little hidden library bar. Be ready to pay pretty heavily your drinks. They are excellent, but quite pricey. The server asked my wife if...
Alisa G.
8/25/2025
I have been to Peter Kern Library a handful of times and love the curated experience that they have to offer. It is clear that there is thought behind each cocktail which is evidenced by the...
Joseph H.
11/18/2024
During the weekend of the Tennessee vs. Kentucky game (Go Cats!) as part of a guys' trip. We were really excited about the idea of a hidden, exclusive speakeasy vibe, complete with a password and...
Ross R.
1/19/2025
I've stopped by this speakeasy bar on several occasions. It's hidden behind a bookshelf of a local hotel and you can also access it from the alley. My wife and I stopped in for an old fashion....
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