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    Flat Iron

    4.6 (9 reviews)
    InexpensiveDive Bars, Music Venues
    Open 3:00 pm - 2:00 am (Next day)

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    Outdoor seating

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    Morena G.

    Once again knowing that it'll be fantastic night of great music and dancing. I brought a friend w me last night, and now Flat Iron will have another regular customer. My friend loved the bar, and was highly satisfied w the sound. Almost everybody was on the dance floor dancing the night away. Both bands created an amazing atmosphere. The bartenders were outstanding as usual. I was having too much fun that I lost my phone for a few minutes. I didn't check in last night, because I was living and enjoying the moment. A night to remember for sure!

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    Devon E.

    This was my first time inside this dive bar and music venue, even though it is very close to my house. It has been located here since the early 90s, but apparently was shut down for a bit then revamped and reopened in 2019. I always heard it had a bit of a rough reputation, but it was clear some nice upgrades were done under its new ownership. It has a distinct vibe, a bit of a retro feel with neon lights and a jukebox. A mix of bar stools, a big couch, and they added tables around the stage for the music performance. Lots of space to just stand around and socialize. There are some tables outside where you can hang as well. Overall everything was in good condition, but I would say the ladies bathroom needs some love (the door was off on my stall). The bar inside is very prominent and the bartenders nice. They also have some crazy cheap daily bar specials. I was there on a Sunday and I could get a house whiskey and a Bud-light for $6. Obviously, the rail whiskey part of this deal was not great, but I got it as a mix drink with some Ginger Ale and it was fine enough. Apparently The Flat Iron is one of Greensboro's oldest music venues. The stage is small, but can fit a small band for sure. It was perfect for an intimate performance with one or two musicians. I went to see a concert of my friend Ric Robertson. He is now based in Louisiana, but grew up in the area. I thought this was a great space for his style. Ric is a talented singer, song writer, and musician so I felt I got to appreciate all three in this smaller venue. Some at the bar didn't particularly care about the music and were talking during his performances, which was a bit annoying but just kind of goes with the scene. I'm glad I finally came here and happy to see that this dive-ish bar and music venue lives on (and seemingly has improved). It's no frills, but a local staple and an important place to exist for local performers and beyond.

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    GREAT place to hear music. Great atmosphere and stellar sound!! Drove over from Winston Salem and well worth the short drive.

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    Stumble Stilskins

    Stumble Stilskins

    4.0
    (216 reviews)
    0.4 mi
    $$

    Stumble Stilskins is a really cool bar with plenty of high tops to enjoy their delicious menu of…read moreburgers, wings, and sandwiches. Mark, our server, carefully explained the gluten free options and inquired about the dangers of cross contamination. He is a friendly, helpful, and clearly experienced server. We opted to drink Bodega Shop Fruit Punch with 10mg THC, and a specially made Lemon Drop. Our meals were delicious: Smash Burger (no bun), Steak Sando, and the Buffy Chicken Sandwich. We were there at 4pm, so not so crowded yet, but we loved the early 2000s music!

    When we walked in we noticed the restaurant was busy it was a Saturday evening. There was a host he…read morewas looking at cameras in the restaurant and said they were full and we could walk around to see if there was a place at the bar for 4 people, handing us drink menus. As we walked we noticed a table off of the bar that had 3 people and was a table for 8 we asked if we could sit with them they said fine. We let the host know he said I cannot give you a food menus... no explanation just that he couldn't or wouldn't. At this point we were turned off and thought about just leaving. A bar tender came over and handed us food menus pretty much as we sat down and asked if she could get us something to drink. We ordered drinks figuring we could see how things went and decide on staying or leaving. She was super quick and as we were looking through the menu we really wanted to eat here so we decided to just order. The food was so good the bar tender was very attentive and the food came quickly. The atmosphere inside was a standard sports bar with a seated room area next to the bar room area. The bar had a Malort face wall which iykyk and several tvs playing different sports. I cannot say enough on how good the food was the poutine, the burgers, the Mac and cheese all delicious! Disappointed with the interaction we had at the front some explanation of just a little curtesy does go a log way because we literally were just about to leave.

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    Dive Bar

    Dive Bar

    4.0
    (18 reviews)
    14.8 mi

    there's dive bars and there's Dive Bars and I am glad that they can comfortably coexist in the…read morenorthern climes of carolina. Dive is not really that divey, i'm guessing "relax and hang out and play games in cocktailored comfort bar" was taken so "Dive Bar" it is... this location is way bigger and more above ground than the OG in Mooresville plus it has patio seating to get away from the madding crowd when it arrives as I'm sure it will, it just wasn't here (yet?) today but it's still early and still Thursday and a bit too warm for May. entry and main room have several games of "skill" and other amusements to give your hands something to do besides raising your glass. further back there's more games and some pool tables; a standard coin-op plays different than 'World Series o' Billiards' tables because, well, you know... you're in a bar! which, oddly enough, is exactly the same reason you could loose your house payment (if they allowed that sort of thing here (which they don't.)) it's a nice place, kinda glad I don't live too near here or I'd be here more often than not.

    Chill spot which is extremely lit up with charm! From the arcade experience to the weekly drink…read morespecials and activities for the children. Front side patio, almost like a porch patio with television and the bar is accessible from the patio. No one under 21 permitted after 8pm so take your kids to play if it's your thing! My son enjoys the arcade.

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    Walker's Bar

    Walker's Bar

    4.4
    (7 reviews)
    2.3 mi
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    Great music, great karaoke, great bartenders, cheap beer, wine, booze, and membership 21+…read more This is my favorite dive bar in years. So many great regulars and most everyone gets along with each other. Catch Karaoke with Shane on Tuesday nights!

    After a significantly long weekend... 1) two days spent in…read moreblisteringly hot weather manning a festival booth (while dealing with the occasional over-intoxicated you-know) 2) the first evening spent heaved over sick and sporting a massive headache -- likely from dehydration given #1 3) exchanging a would-be lazy Sunday to host an event that just didn't make the grade ... I was sharply reminded of home. And of good stiff drinks. Which brings me to Walker's. Metaphysically, that is. Because there's really never enough time in my crazy schedule to drive to Greensboro (incidentally, where my family lives and who I've only seen three times this year because of said schedule). My days at Walker's were many. And simpler. And boy, do I miss them. Had I known about life after grad school then, I would have appreciated the small-yet-reliable satisfaction that comes from being a regular at your neighborhood dive. The drinks are strong, and cheap. The jukebox has all the classics. The bar flies are a mix of funny, crazy, and kind -- but you know each of them by name. The bartender greets you like a friend. When the most of my troubles involved writing a paper on the use of viral marketing tactics employed by Snakes on a Plane, and nearly every other night meant a stop at Walker's with my roommate, it was almost an age of innocence in some ways. Here-here to the neighborhood watering hole!

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