The flat is in a way a hidden gem. I don't think I've ever heard anyone talk about it but it's a great hang out spot. Super vibe-y and laid back. They feature an indoor and outdoor space with order at the counter service. I've gone right after work when it wasn't too crowded and have ordered a pizzas and frozen bevy. The place is incredibly affordable during happy hours with a half off pizzas and $2 off their cocktails. You can leave spending $16 at happy hour + tip. Only boo boo thing is the parking, there's only street parking available which can be a headache for those not familiar with the area so just keep an eye out for signage. read more

LOVE this place. Gotta be the coolest lounge in Houston. Nice patio. Killer inside. Bangers from the DJ all night. Comfy couches. Coolest people. What's not to love! read more

Popped into The Flat for a birthday gathering. The DJ was INCREDIBLE! We'd planned to stop in, drop off a gift, say HBD, and head to the next stop...but the DJ kept us there for 90 minutes. I was surprised to see Jamaican beef patty and coco bread on the menu. Took forever to come out, but when it did...delicious and well worth the wait. Drinks were delicious as well and their bartenders clearly know how to make a great cocktail. Place feels a little "divey" but the vibes, drinks, and surprising food quality make it worth a visit. read more

The Flat - Cocktail and ambianct - Lounges Near Me - Houston, Texas

It had been several years since I'd been to the Flat, which must qualify as a historic Houston landmark by now. I went on a Wednesday, which was surprisingly bumping for middle of the week. We happened to go on reggae night, which featured a live band and dj, a Caribbean food truck, and a guy selling oils and Bob Marley paraphernalia. With an eclectic, diverse crowd and it's 70s/80s-esque neon lit lounge, the Flat is definitely an energetic yet laid back vibe. The cocktails are good with unique flavors, though admittedly a bit on the pricey side compared to some similar bars. Service is quick even with large crowds. The inside area is pretty small and hard to hear in with music, but the covered patio is the perfect place to chat and people watch. Everyone seemed to know each other, creating a lively, friendly atmosphere. read more

The Flat - No filter necessary. The lights in The Flat create a cool ambiance. Also my guava margarita was very tasty. - Lounges Near Me - Houston, Texas

I really love this lounge, just around the corner and upstairs from Anvil when you need a break from the loud hustle-bustle. We were out on a weekday night which was nice because the bar wasn't overly packed. The bartenders were awesome (Okaaay Julia!) and the crowd is always chill and friendly vibes. I love that coming here feels like you're transported to Cuba. Also, dark booths with comfy couches, great for dates and a cozy/intimate vibe, no judgment, great cocktails. The Old Fashioned is always a hit for me. read more

DJ Jose, is a grade a DIXK HEAD. Not a real a real DJ. Prerecorded everything. So when you ask for a song he rudely pushes you off, because he's not able to adjust it. Rather than say he CANT play the song, he talks to you crazy & sarcastically. When I say, rude... I mean RUDE & I'm from Houston. He's just rude as HELL. Does not fit in with the neighborhood vibe that The Flat offers. Everyone that works here is KIND. I love coming here because of the staff alone. He's an ASXHOLE. We've been here for hours. Round after round & he's the one off thing. read more

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The Flat simply does not miss! This has become my go to spot for pizza and Cold Brew Martinis. It's welcoming when you frequent an establishment and receive the same friendly service each time. If there's a drink that's no longer on the menu and they have the ingredients, you'll get that drink. I like dark cozy spots, the patio is nice too. read more

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My go-to neighbor bar for AGES!!! What's not to love about this place! Extremely laid-back, eclectic individuals and also a great date-night spot with cozy corners. I enjoy frequenting this establishment simply to engage with patrons, dance and let loose! The decor and patio are a staple in the Montrose area. I really appreciate the diverse music, curated by the owner DJ Sun, alongside the other DJ's that switch up the funk every night. Stop by for their amazing happy hour deals. read more

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Went here one Saturday evening with my friend for drinks. We saw this spot on TikTok and wanted to try it. I'm so glad we went. Great atmosphere and one of the best piña coladas I've ever had. The only thing I didn't like is the parking. There's some street parking available. read more

Great drinks & great vibe every time. Can be fun with friends or a last stop on date night

Bartenders are friendly, and so are the people. Drinks are solid--they've got frozen mojitos and frozen piña coladas that always hit the spot. The music is... eclectic. Some nights the DJ is on fire, other nights you're just trying to figure out what's going on . They've got some food options plus a food truck outside, and there's a big patio area if you want to hang out. Overall, good vibes. It's not quite what it used to be, but still a fun spot to people-watch and get in a little dancing. read more

Happy hour for days! The Flat is my favorite spot for a good cocktail or frozen drink to just relax. Love their margaritas--it's the perfect place to vibe, enjoy the music, and even get a little work done when you need to escape the house. read more

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Such a fun spot with great music and amazing drink selection. Highly recommend this spot if you're looking to have a good night!

This place is a vibe. I came here Wednesday (Reggae) night it was lit. The crowd was diverse and everybody was vibing. I enjoyed the music and the drinks were cheap. I would def come back here. The only drawback is the fact that the bartenders add tips to your bill at the end of the night/ next day. I paid with my cash app card and the next morning my $7 purchase turned into $10. I never tipped so I know someone added it. Luckily $3 isn't that big of a deal to me but if it was more I would've raised hell. Do not use important cards when here use a throw away. read more

One of my favorite bars in montrose! Perfect for a little frozen marg after work during the day. Then at night it's perfect to dance & have some fun. They have some of the best DJs here I love it. Bartenders are so friendly & make good drinks. 10/10 read more

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Laid back, sexy lighting, live dj. Small and hidden; NOT social media warriors. This place has a very sexy thing about it. Bartenders are great and drinks are affordable! THIS MAY BE MY MOST FAVORITE PLACE IN HOUSTON! read more

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One of my favorite hangouts. Love the music, love the staff (shout out to Kali) Love the atmosphere and vibe. I always meet great people here and leave having a great time. Both inside and the patio are equally awesome areas. The pizza is really good too! read more

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Nope! Ridiculously incompetent clueless bartenders. Shocking really. I can't begin to explain the experience I had here with the bar staff. I only advise to either arrive intoxicated or skip altogether. read more

Love this place! Cozy intimate dance floor with a DJ who always reads the room and keeps everyone on their feet! Every time I've been here the music is different (reggae nights, EDM nights) but the DJ is always 10/10. If you're into music & want a fun night out dancing but not at a massive club, definitely check this place out! read more

I do not recommend this place given my bad experience. I stopped by for first time to celebrate my friend's birthday. When we arrived we only ordered 2 drinks that was a total of $35 max after the tip I left, I paid as it was my friend's birthday. The charge reflects as $82 for 2 drinks!!! I called more than twice and the number provided does not work. There is no website. I reached out via Instagram and messaged them for help on how can this incorrect charge get corrected Their response more than 24 hours later : "Hey reach out to djsun1@me.com He doesn't run this account" To sum it up, they never provided further help. This was extremely unexpected and upsetting as this place is a staple. I was excited to come here but I will not return. Hopefully this does not deter you from trying this place out.. just be mindful of keeping your receipts!!! When paying for drinks so you avoid going through what I did. Ambience is quite small inside and if people are dancing it can get crowded in the bar area if you want to order a drink. I was unable to find the outside patio so maybe if they had a sign up or friendlier staff that would be helpful for new clients. read more

Festivities continued and we ended up at The Flat. A cozy, intimate surprisingly entertaining spot with a a lot to offer. Upon entering we were greeted with a lively DJ set. I apologize but didn't get the names but they were rocking. It seems the entire inside is a dance floor with patrons getting it in, in every corner. It really does look some someone's living room. There is a small bathroom corridor, with an outside mirror and sink accommodations. Staff were friendly and my Lemon Drop Martini was yummy. We ventured outside and to my surprise, there is a spacious backyard setting. Another bar, ample seating, and patio heating lamps. It was a chilly night, so the lamps were nice. We took in the fresh air and sipped our cocktails and conversed for a few. We could see the DJ booth through the window and decided to go back in. They were getting it in! We continued to dance the night away. Definitely a cozy, intimate spot for house party vibes inside and chill backyard vibes outside. It's on the list of places to be! read more

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Came here with a big group and we had a great time. music was killer and Agustin was great behind the bar, he makes the best drinks!! read more

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relax!!!!!!!!!! the woman i encountered was hostel and i was there for a nice relaxing cup of coffee! i have worked in the industry for years and i learned you need to be somewhat nice and pleasant to people in your establishment read more

The Flat is a dope vibe on Wednesday nights (only times I've been) with good music, people, food and drinks. If you've ever been to a basement like party in Brooklyn, this is the same vibe. Located in the Montrose neighborhood, The Flat caters to all. Every time I've been, the crowd is diverse, and that ranges across all ages, race, geographic location and gender identity. It's free to get in and there's plenty of street parking available. There's a Caribbean food truck out front and a guy who makes wings on the outdoor patio. I enjoy being out on the patio because there's plenty seating and you get to converse with other party goers and meet great people. It's also a breath of fresh air to go out in Houston and not have to deal with valet, entry fee or sections. read more

I came here for happy hour once many moons ago and remember really enjoying the pizza and margaritas! These last couple of weeks, I came back to back for Reggae Night (Wednesdays) and really enjoyed myself. It's a nice, fun vibe where people actually dance and enjoy themselves. If you want to sit outside, they have a pretty big patio out there. I notice they have drink specials on certain days of the week so I ordered a Lavender Vanilla Martini and it was soooooo good! A random con for me was the bathroom area. One of the stalls was just way too small for me, like I could barely fit in there. Also, parking in this area sucks so you can either valet or try and circle the block a few times. read more

The ambiance is set for a great DJ experience with the Flat. The Flat has a very well picked selection of spirits and the bartenders know exactly what to do with them. If you're in Houston and looking for some Reggae Wednesday The Flat is #1. Any other day they have house music that is soulful. And sometimes the owner is walking around with a smile, a hug or a handshake. The Flat is Houston read more

The flat has some miles on it, which is good considering how much has changed in the Montrose area. You're pretty much guaranteed good drinks & service any day of the week. Whether inside at the bar/lounge, or outside on the patio, there's a general chill vibe. Good spot to go with friends if you want to sit in a nice place to chill, drink & cut up. There's always a diverse crowd to; in multiple ways, but everyone is always there for a good time! Easy to mix & mingle groups as well. read more

I love Deejay Sun and his frozen mojitos!!! Atmosphere is always on point. Pizza is great too!

I've been coming to The Flat for my tenure in Houston (~15 years) and it's been consistent with quality drinks and tunes/DJs. Love, love, love the frozen mojito and flatbreads. Bartenders are always nice and welcoming. My newest reason to come is EverythingFrenchToast for brunch on the wkds, delicious! read more

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Long time in avid customer who first experienced this location many years ago. The ambience still great but most recently the DJs were somewhat monotonously flat. Some injection of soulful house music would be more scintillating, and this commence it with the roots of the establishment. read more

The Flat is definitely not like drinking a flat soda. I stopped by on a weekday for my company's happy hour. The Flat is an interesting spot. You might miss it driving down the road as it kind of looks like a residential house. They don't have a parking lot so you'll have to find parking on side streets. Outside, they have a decent-sized patio if you're looking for more of a casual experience. Once you walk inside, you get hipster-ish vibes. There are some seats at the bar and some tables. The happy hour specials are solid with daily specials as well as happy hour specials. On both food and drinks. They're known for their frozen mojitos and it's one of three frozen drinks along with frozen sangria and pina coladas. The food consists of casual fare like pizzas, fries, etc. We had some pepperoni pizza and bahn mi pizza. Yup, imagine bahn mi ingredients on a pizza. It was interesting and worth trying. At night, they have DJs playing EDM music. A non-pretentious casual spot where you can show off your best moves. I'd definitely come back for happy hour. read more

I was visiting family in Houston. My brother and I hungout for a bit. I rattled off a couple places that were closed and we ended up at one his spots, The Flat. It is just that, your friends flat, that has a cool patio, jamming DJ, and a full bar. It is the kind of place where everyone goes to hangout, drink, and just chill for the evening...night. I was pleasantly surprised as I walked in. Bartenders were great and accomodating on mix drink selections. They are not a restaurant, but they do have food items like pizza, fries, etc to help soak up that alcohol to keep the party going. This place attracts a mixed crowd and seems to draw larger crowds after 10p. Great place. Worth the visit. read more

The Flat - Vintage movie night - Lounges Near Me - Houston, Texas

I absolutely love The Flat, it was my first time going. Super lively, especially for a Sunday night. It was so full of life, very chill music and vibe. The service was absolutely amazing. The bartenders Nico and Kali are THE dynamic duo! The green tea shots that I was given were amazing! I absolutely love this lively, fun, chill spot. 100% recommend! read more

They have HH 4-7pm on weekdays and 11-7pm on weekends. The pizzas are half off and some of their drinks are discounted too. Got the spicy chicken, banh mi, and the goat pizzas. Pizzas are huge and definitely worth $8-9. The quality of the crust is okay, not the best pizza but the toppings were flavorful. The music is pretty loud since there's a live DJ, so it can be hard to have conversations, but I loved the vibes! There was a wall of vinyl records, surrounding the DJ. Felt like a cool nyc spot. read more

Just found this place! Amazing happy hour from 11am to 8pm on Friday's!! We got two beers and a pizza for a great price. The pizza was fantastic and so many options for happy hour! Cool out door vibes lots of plants. Indoors is not what you would expect, in a good way. It has a great vibe here as well. Service was great, not a long wait for food or drinks! read more

The Flat - Lounges Near Me - Houston, Texas

The drinks are great. I love the craft drinks and the shots. As a Chicago house head though...something is amiss. I move for a minute or two then am sitting down. Listening for something to get me back up again. Can't quite put my finger on it. A tad more soul could be placed in the mixes. Old school house, soulful contemporary house, just...more than what was displayed. If it's supposed to be all techno, cool - but I looked to see who came and went (because they were underwhelmed) and it seemed like soulful house, deep house, old school house, etc. would've been appreciated greatly. read more

Good ambiance. Chill vibes. This location is small but offers both Indoor and outdoor patio setting.

Nice night to get out for some drinks and laid back fun. The Flat is the perfect place to show up and find a vibe. No superficial expectations or environment, just good music, food and drinks. There is a great patio area to hang out on as well with plenty of setting. The interior isn't the biggest but it offers enough room to let loose of you like to dance. Anytime I want to just enjoy my night this is a go to stop. read more

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Good neighborhood bar. Lots of student crowd, more like a cafe than a bar. Lots of group hangouts with pizzas and cocktails. Not a wine bar place. read more

I've been here before but I didn't remember that until I arrived. The Flat is great! The parking sucks, but it's great. Oh, the DJ played the same genre of music the whole time, it also sounded like the same song. Some techno or something with no words. Who knows. They have happy hour, even on the weekend from 4-7pm! That's beautiful. They have discounted drinks and 1/2 off their pizzas. The exact discounts are located on their menu. I ordered the house special pizza, which was delicious. My friend ordered a basic pepperoni pizza. Both were $6 dollars. And we both had frozen sangrias. The frozen sangrias, which were $5, were everything! Now I've never had a frozen sangria, baby it was all that! I will definitely be returning back so that I can drink several of them and partake in the happy hour a little longer than I was able to. Too good! The service was good too. If you want water, you can get it yourself which is great so you don't have to stand and wait at the bar. The parking is the only downfall. It just sucks, but I still give them 5 stars. Take an Uber honey, or just ride with a friend, one car is better than two. read more

The Flat - Lounges Near Me - Houston, Texas