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    Idle Hands

    Curated for relaxation and escape

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    What makes it fun

    Located on Rainey Street, Idle Hands was inspired by travels in the Caribbean, Latin America and beyond. Idle Hands is curated for relaxation and escape - without the hassle.

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    Idle Hands
    4.3
    Based on 123 reviews
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    ayla garcia

    13:16 09 Jul 24
    Was looking for NADC burgers and didn’t realize this establishment that it is inside of (idle hands) was a bar (I don’t go clubbing/bar hopping and this was in the afternoon. So it didn’t look like a bar and I just didn’t know), walked in a little confused on where to sit or order, see a big Hispanic dude (staff of Idle hands) and I go “Hi, um..” (big smile on my face, friendly) and the guy cuts me off and yells “IDs!” Not friendly at all. Showed IDs and then he just walked off, so we followed him assuming he’s taking us to get seated? He turns around and makes us an ugly face and we ask “oh, um where do we sit” and he yells “this isn’t a restaurant man! This is a bar, go find your own seat” and we go “oh, ok. Where do we order” and he he points at a hallway inside the establishment w a sign of NADC burgers. And walks away. I can’t describe just how ugly and rude this man was. Now for the food review: Then, we order the burgers. $50 some for 2 burgers and 1 fry. It came out super fast so that was good. Burger was ok. It had a lot of flavor, so that was good, but the burger had to much going on. Super sloppy. Too much sauce, etc. buns were totally soggy even tho we had just gotten them. Fries were ok. Nothing special. All in all, it was not worth the price, especially including the parking situation (no parking, had to pay to park in a parking lot nearby.. $26 for 1hr) and very unfriendly environment of the establishment.

    Max De Monico

    01:10 23 Jun 24

    Marc - Marco - Tribbia

    10:23 19 Jun 24
    Great

    Javier Velez

    18:31 08 Jun 24
    Really great atmosphere that’s fun and inviting. The staff is friendly, good music playing and NADC (if you don’t know, go and check it out) is inside!

    Kevin Brown

    20:16 27 May 24

    Robbie Boyd

    05:17 25 Feb 23
    Great donut spot in Austin!Tried the vegan passion fruit chocolate and it was delicious! A large sized donut that had a great citrus flavor on top mixed with a chocolate covered base. The donut was yeast (not cake) but not overly soft, it definitely was dense and took some time to enjoy.I've heard there are usually a couple vegan options to choose from, but I visited in the afternoon and there was only one option.Our group enjoyed the non vegan donuts as well.A well designed interior and a couple free parking spots outside.

    Jared Weggeland

    13:18 24 Aug 22
    I was invited for a little networking with Earnnest over drinks and snacks at Idle Hands during the Keller Williams Agent Mega Camp. The venue was pretty cool. I really liked the designed elements inside and out - it gave the place a cozy, earthy feeling. The staff were very nice and attentive. We had some fresh cooked nacho chips, queso, and a couple of different street tacos. The food was fresh and tasty. I would stop by here again given the chance, and would recommend a visit.

    Katie Punchak

    17:40 26 Mar 22
    We enjoyed the afternoon sitting at first inside to eat and then sat outside listening to live music.Lots of outside seating.The staff is VERY friendly and efficient.Burgers were juicy and delicious.

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    • 85 Rainey Street, Austin, Texas 78701, United States

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      https://www.idlehandsaustin.com/

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