Idle Hour it's nothing but love, even more so with stellar service, drinks, deals, eats and even events! I've been enjoying Idle hour for happy hour and night time hangs for well over 10 years, but recently returned for a day time experience and their Bottomless Drag Brunch #SundayFunday [three choices for mimosas - classic/original, cranberry or pineapple) This still very much all inclusive open to all rustic spot has been serving it up since the 1940s, during its Idle Hour Cafe & Tap Room journey to simple the Idle Hour today - officially a LA Historic Cultural Monument as of 2010 and thriving in large part due to the 1933 Group, the sensational staff and management. Food options are always fooding, but wow let me tell you about those breakfast potatoes, avocado toast and beyond burger options (all top deliciousness). I was lucky enough to have a beyond breakfast burrito after asking our amazing server what else she'd recommend for vegan friendly brunch "nom"tions (options with nom noms). She let me know they had some amazing vegan cheese and could sub things easy and I was more than loving it. Aside from being vegetarian, vegan and even gluten-free friendly. I.H. has a well rounded menu of entrees, sides and shareables such as waffles, cinnamon rolls, grits, nachos, mac, sandwiches, salads, sweets (yes, desserts), pretzels, tacos, tenders, burgers, burritos and all forms of potatoes (tots, loaded tots, fries, sweet potato fries + more). Happy Hour is all week long (3 to 6pm Sunday through Friday, 1 to 6pm on Saturdays) and you won't want to miss it - House wine, well drinks, deals on their impressive beer selection, awesome cocktails + some choice bites. Idle is a full bar restaurant, but the Buddy System (a beverage + a shot) is still a fav when enjoying afternoon and nights here. Cool cocktails (specialty as well as from the barrel) like their Old Fashion, Make A Mule, Rock-A-Bye Berry, Love Language, World Traveler and Bit By Bit can all be hits. Reservations aren't always necessary unless you have a big group (eight or more), want to celebrate an occasion or for cool happenings like Drag Brunch. I've booked with them for group work outings and parties in the past - a few times hanging out in that awesome pipe smoking bulldog aka Bulldog Cafe. For brunch my friend Andrew got us a table in a perfect spot - table of six and we could enjoy the full show while enjoying brunch as one should. I did get called up on stage with some other awesome people celebrating their birthdays as well + an incredible lady who just got her doctorate and another who just married her wife. Congrats to all, thanks to all the performers and the talented hostess with the mostess Lauren Banall!! Definitely need more Idle Hour in my life and I think you will too :) Fun highlights: The music is the best! Restrooms are always clean. Great for all times of the day. Dog friendly. Wi-Fi available. Indoor or outdoor seating. Accessible entrance, exit and layout. Parking in the area is fun... You can luck into street parking in places (harder at night), however a rideshare or the local metro are both great options in this slice of North Hollywood. Already looking forward to coming back soon - cheers! Don't forget to tip (servers, bartenders and especially performers) :)

Great food. Wonderful service. A giant dog with a pipe on the patio. North Hollywood is the perfect location for this kitschy bar and restaurant that looks like a barrel from the road. Whether you are just looking to wet your whistle or grab some grub this is a great spot. I have never felt more comfortable and welcomed in a restaurant/bar than I do at Idle Hour. Please check it out!

Came here with some old friends, did NOT expect this place to be as spacious and lively as it was. Sat down near the back as my friend reserved a table and went to the bar and ordered drinks, bar tender was super friendly, knowledgeable and was patient as I asked a couple questions. Took a while to put a food order in but once we did I believe it was the chef that was very charismatic and recommended some great food suggestions. I ordered wings, they were super crispy and the buffalo sauce was amazing. They even had us try a couple slices of pizza on the house. I will definitely be coming back with friends, overall just such a fun experience.

I've come here multiple times over the years and it continues to be a major hit. Love the vibe and the ambiance, and of course entering into a huge beer barrel is just fun and cool. I've been for brunch, for late night drinks, and afternoon cocktails, and it's always been great. I recently had a Bloody Mary, the cinnamon rolls and the chicken and waffles and all were delicious. This is an LA mainstay for a reason -- well, many reasons, really! If you're in Noho, don't skip out on your chance to go!

What a great place to meet up with friends and grab some drinks and a bite. I stumbled in with a group of friends after watching a play nearby with a group of friends. We all were visiting from out of town and the giant barrel caught all our eyes while parking for the play. When the play ended, my group of friends and I came here for food and drinks and we all were happy with our drinks and food. Our server was Chad and he was pretty on top of it. Between the 4 of us, we ordered two vodka mules, a paloma and a rum & coke. My 3 friends ordered Philly cheesesteak sandwiches and I got their Barrel Burger with Swiss. Their sweet potato fries were also sooo delicious with their honey mustard dressing. A couple of my friends also ordered the pretzel and it was really yummy! Perfect texture and temp! The chicken bites, not so much: too salty. I would return if in the area. Definitely got more crowded as the night went on. It definitely seemed like the "it" place to be!

My coworkers and I decided to go to this bar after work hours and honestly it was such a great decision! The vibes, ambience, food and drinks were pretty good. We shared the portobello steak fries which I really could eat by myself - it was super good especially if you love mushrooms! I also had the chicken tenders and it was seasoned well and crispy. I don't expect much when it comes to bar food but it was pretty decent. As for drinks, I had the Super Mario which is their take on espresso martini. I really love the outside as it is a big barrel that you could never miss it! The place is pretty spacious and had plenty of seating and a great place for bigger groups. Parking is a bit tricky in the area but I was able to find parking. I just have to walk a couple blocks away but that was no issue for me. I would totally go back again!

I have come to Idle Hour a few times over the years with small groups of friends and sat in a different area each time. They have both indoor and outdoor (front and back) seating. My preference is for the inside of the barrel. It feels unique, warm and intimate. The food is decent and drinks are good (I have had wine and various cocktails). Easy nearby parking.

Idle Hour is one of the most unique bars I've ever been to - the barrel, the dog structure on the patio - with classic cocktails and a solid food menu. Service, spirits, brunch, and appetizer items are always on point. There's plenty of free parking on side streets about a block away. It's a small venue, so be sure to check their calendar, updated regularly on their website: they host events like trivia nights and drag brunches, so during those festivities, the place gets loud and packed quickly.