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    Flat Iron

    4.6 (10 reviews)
    InexpensiveDive Bars, Music Venues
    Open 12:00 pm - 2:00 am (Next day)

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    WEEKEND EXCURSION!
    Em H.

    Last night I stopped by to see the Weekend Excursion play their "unplugged" set. These guys have been a staple of Greensboro for the past 20+ years and I was lucky enough to have learned about them when they opened for Melissa Etheridge in 2000. This venue was very crowded, a bit more than was comfortable, with not much room to move during the set. However, everyone in attendance was a hard-core fan of the group that could sing along with all of their songs, even the covers of "Nothing Compares 2 U" by Prince and Crowded House's "Don't Dream It's Over." There was much singing and reverie supported by the excellent sound system and the video of the band you could watch from places in the bar when you couldn't see the entire group on stage. The bartenders (one was a mixologist) were on GO the entire time the band was on stage and no one was left without a drink. My main complaint is the women's restroom was just ONE STALL and only allowed for one woman at a time. At one point in the evening, there were at least 8 women standing in line, blocking the area around the bar nearby. That said, I look forward to returning to Flat Iron when another amazing band comes to town. I hope that the tickets sold will allow for a little more space between concert-goers in the future and the bathroom situation could be corrected (if possible).

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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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    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.

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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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    I've been a customer at Boo Radley's for about two years and never had anything negative to say…read moreuntil now. After our most recent visit, my partner and I experienced severe symptoms that felt far beyond what we have ever experienced from alcohol consumption. This, along with other events that night, led us to worry our drinks may have been tampered with. We spoke to a bartender about our concerns and requested if we were able to view footage from that night. We were told management would be notified, security footage would be reviewed, and we would be contacted the next morning. When we weren't contacted, we reached out again and were told the same thing. After still not hearing back, we contacted the bar a third time, where another bartender refused to contact management on our behalf despite the seriousness and time-sensitive nature of the situation. We eventually obtained the manager's contact information ourselves, only to learn he had never been informed despite us being told otherwise on multiple occasions. He declined to meet with us to discuss the matter, and we later learned the owner had also never been made aware of the incident until we contacted her directly as well. The most disappointing part of this experience wasn't what may or may not have happened that night, but the lack of urgency surrounding a serious safety concern, the conflicting information we were given, and the failure to communicate the issue to management and ownership. I truly hope the bar takes future safety concerns more seriously and ensures they are promptly communicated, but we no longer feel safe here and will not be returning.

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