Mott Haven Cocktail Bars, From a Book Bar to Mezcal
Three Mott Haven cocktail bars in the South Bronx: books and drinks at The Lit. Bar, mezcal at Mexicocina Mezcaleria, and a Bruckner Boulevard nightcap at Bar 47.
Mott Haven Cocktail Bars on the Map
The Lit. Bar: Books and Drinks in Mott Haven
Books and bottles line the shelves at The Lit. Bar, a Black-owned Bronx bookstore and wine bar. Upholstered seats sit beneath exposed silver ductwork. A playlist provides the room's soundtrack. The no-spill policy keeps browsing away from the wine bar. Reading a book while drinking requires purchasing it first. Friday and Saturday closing is 8:00 PM. Tuesday through Thursday closing is 7:00 PM. Start the evening among the displays.
Mexicocina Mezcaleria: Mezcal on Jackson Avenue
Seating at Mexicocina Mezcaleria is in a very small dining room. Takeout is also available. Friday and Saturday closing is 11:45 PM. Closing is 11:00 PM on other days. Machine-dispensed horchata has restrained sweetness. Pair a glass with a torta ahogada or birria ramen. Mezcal cocktails are also served. A single server handles the tables and bar. Take a seat for freshly served plates from the kitchen.
Bar 47: A Bruckner Boulevard Nightcap
Weekly trivia and DJ nights are on the calendar at Bar 47. A pool table sits in the back of the rustic room. Entry is free. TVs show sports, and patrons play pool with staff. Check the event schedule before planning the last stop around trivia or a DJ set. The bar serves well drinks and classic cocktails. Friday and Saturday hours extend until 3:00 AM the next day.
