Palmetto

Run by local bartenders, this low-lit Bushwick spot offers creative cocktails, natural wine, and vinyl DJ sets.

  • Tue – Thu, Sun, 17:00 – 02:00 (+1); Fri – Sat, 17:00 – 03:00 (+1)
  • $$
  • 309 Knickerbocker Ave
  • 4.4 (301 reviews)

Description

Palmetto opened on Valentine's Day in 2020, envisioned by its bartender-owners as a personal hangout. The space leans into a cozy, design-forward aesthetic that makes it a popular draw for intimate date nights. While the drink list is the main focus—including a handful of mocktails—the food is strictly limited to simple bar snacks like olives, almonds, and cheese. Thursday and Saturday nights bring a livelier energy to the relaxed room, though some visitors have noted occasional lapses in restroom upkeep.


Good to know

Snacks onlyHas mocktails

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