Idle Hour

very unique bar, great cocktails, and fun bartenders (we love J!). super cool vibe inside, i always bring friends here when they're visiting to show them a good time

Stopped in to get an old fashion and it wasn't tasty I could barely drink it ..... not sure what bourbon was used but we left it and went somewhere else. Its very hard to find parking due to the area being permitted parking only. Very small and divey.

I've walked by Idle Hour so many times and never went in, and now I wish I'd visited sooner, this place is great!I finally went by this past Wednesday (2/21) for a listening party. Right away, I was taken with the vibe of Idle Hour. They have totally pulled off dive glam in there. The whole back wall has string lights that provide an ambient glow. There is a bar that runs almost the length of the wall across from the door and several high top tables and chairs.I sat at the bar and enjoyed how attentive the owner/bartender was. He tended to us and everyone in the establishment like beloved children...well, that's what it felt like. I had a nice cider while I was there and my friend who doesn't drink went with a mocktail the bartender created on the spot.Bathroom facility was nice but be aware there is no mirror in there so trying to fluff your hair or reapply makeup is not happening.Overall, looking forward to visiting again!

I don't make a habit of spending time in Fed Hill because it's generally not my kinda vibe, but Idle Hour is the exception to that rule. It's a completely different ambiance than most places in the area. Divey, casual, lots of character, and incredible drinks. I love a dive bar, don't get me wrong, but sometimes that means drinking disgusting mixed drinks and rail tequila. Not at Idle Hour though. They have some incredible cocktails and a stellar wine list. Their specialty is chartreuse. I actually hadn't tried this herbal alcoholic concoction up until recently but I'm now a big fan. Idle Hour has several cocktails that include this unique spirit including some classics like a mule or an old fashioned and some more custom creations like "the last word" and "naked and famous". Beware, these drinks do pack a punch though! It's definitely a neighborhood spot with it's fair amount of regulars. I think that just adds to the charm. Cheers!

Honestly, it's okay. There's no wow factor or negative ambiance. It's your typical bar with an ambiguous soundtrack. Clean interior and drinks that could get the job done. For a speakeasy, I was expecting a unique experience but it's no different than a tavern. Not sure if I'd ever return.

This is my first review of 2024 :) - this is an awesome chill and cozy neighborhood bar in Federal Hill. Highly recommend for a quick drink or date night with conversation. The drinks are excellent and strong .

This is hands down my favorite neighborhood bar. It's hip, chill, and low key. I always just get a chartreuse & soda. I bring friends here and I bring dates here. Aubrey is my fave bartender. They always have cool music playing and the dark red lighting is really relaxing.

I came here after brunch on a Sunday. It wasn't too busy and seemed like a chill spot. Despite all of the kitchy red streamers covering the walls, I actually really liked the dark, moody vibe. The crowd was a bit weird, though. I definitely saw pets and children chilling at the other end of the bar. The drinks were spot on and boozy. I had the Chartuese mule first and then asked the bartender what else was good. I usually hate the taste of vermouth, but the bartender recommended The Spanish Way, and it was lovely. If I'm ever back in Baltimore I will stop through again.

This place is still awesome and was lucky enough to bring a group of friends over this past weekend. Being near Fed Hill sometimes one can struggle to find a bar that has a more relaxed ambiance and feel to it. Idle Hour is definitely one of those places for me, the DJ spinning vinyls on the weekends doesn't hurt at all either. They are known for their Chartreuse and really good cocktails but they also carry a decent beer and wine list. Many of the beers are from some of our local breweries and favorites so that was much appreciated.

The drink was just okay! ( not what I expected) But the bartender wasn't really nice. She acted kinda of mean, and none of us was happy with her behavior. The atmosphere was okay.