Idle Hour - Baltimore, MD 21230 | Metromix Baltimore

Idle Hour

4 3.8 from 16 ratings


201 East Fort Ave.

Baltimore, MD 21230
410-468-0357
Don't expect to find televisions at this local hot spot because Idle Hour prides itself on good ol' fashioned conversation. Choose from four delicious beers on tap: Dogfish Head Shelter Pale Ale, Anchor Steam Pale Ale, Resurrection Ale and Clipper City Imperial Stout. This bar is perfect for winos, as well as anyone willing to try the well-aged Chartreuse.

Getting There

Parking:
Street

The Basics

Hours:
Daily: 5 p.m.-2 a.m.
Reservations:
Not Required
Dress Code:
Jeans and T-shirt
Alcohol:
Full Bar
Bar Style:
College and Neighborhood
Music Style:
Punk, Reggae, Rock, Classic Rock, '80s Music, Funk, Hip Hop, Indie, Oldies, and Lounge
Audience:
21+

Features

Atmosphere and Personality:
Romantic, Cozy, and Dive
Cleanliness:
Up To Par
Noise Level:
Bustling
Romance Factor:
Fun and Flirty
Features:
Scenic View, Happy Hour, Disc Jockey, and Dancing. Resident DJ Tyler Quinn spins hip-hop and electronica every Sunday night at 10 p.m. B.Y.O.V. (Bring Your Own Vinyl) Monday's starts at 5 p.m. Guest appearances by DJ Matt Pierce (of Baltimore's Lake Trout and Big In Japan) and Kris Vandevander.$1 Off draft beer and glasses of wine Daily: 5-8 p.m.
Facilities:
Private Party and Banquet Facilities
Average Drink Price:
$5
Payment Methods:
American Express, Discover Card, Mastercard, and Visa

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5


"This is a Bar"

By Gandalf from Federal Hill, June 12, 2009

If you don't like the Idle Hour you should probably not wonder so far from Cross Street. Hands down the best neighborhood bar in 'Federal Hill' ...

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"best bar."

By beaker from federal hill, June 3, 2009

well-vetted beer selection (including PBR), great wine, amazing music. all in a local bar. what more do you want? a robot party?

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"My Local"

By piper24 from Federal Hill, February 4, 2009

Idle Hour is my local, has been for some time. The music is original, as are the people. It is refreshing to have a bar that prides itself on the...

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