bouncer wearing a fedora called me a "crazy fucking bitch" because i was trying to get a friends attention inside and had to slightly raise my voice. wasn't even drunk. threatened to kick me out if i "didn't act right" and then went to the friend who i was trying to talk to and said "she's being crazy and she's on thin ice". he then proceeded to follow me to every single level and would glare if i was dancing. don't go unless you want to be in a GTA club and sway alone like an NPC. read more

I went to Sunday love event this past weekend. There was a wellness workshop that I attended that granted free admission to the club afterwards. The rooftop is beautifully decorated. The resident DJ AHYOKA was such a vibe, I really enjoyed her set! The whole staff here was super nice & welcoming. I also enjoyed how the second floor had vendors. I would advise not driving in & trying to find parking, that was a little tricky for me. I'm excited to be back to check out more events! read more

I don't quite understand all of the negative reviews on here but alas... I enjoy going to Flashy Sundays when the club hosts a gay crowd once a month and other LGBT special events. The club level (2nd floor) has the best sound system you'll hear on the East Coast and quite possibly the West Coast as well. The lighting system is also unique and pretty cool. The only other place I've seen this type of lighting has been at The Week in Rio De Janiero. If you want international club quality (sound and lighting) this is a hidden gem in Washington, D.C. and the USA. However, it is a club. Know what you're getting into before you go. It's not for everyone. read more

more like 3.5 stars i came here for an event, for an EDM themed party and it was fun but the only comments i can make is for the drinks and top floor area the bartender is nice but this is not a fancy or even full bar by any stretch of the imagination, alot of the mixed drinks i got were watered down and the pina colada frozen premade things on tap was really bad however the ambiance was very nice and it was cool to people watch if you are into that kind of that or just like watching ppl get their dance grooves on to music thats hard to dance to parking-street or garage overall, it was ok, i might come back for another event read more

I was a shut-in early this year because of my social anxiety. My co-worker and girlfriend noticed this and encouraged me to re-live my college days. I felt like I was ripped away from my safe space. I got into Flash with my buddy, said some guy Dixon was gonna DJ, went upstairs to the main floor, I remember the bass hitting me and... nothing. I don't remember anything else. Just flashes. I took an uber home and I remember feeling... happy & content. Fast forward to June this year, my girlfriend left me. I thought it was forever. I was devastated. My buddy suggests Flash again. All I can remember was that I had never danced or jumped so hard for so long. The lights were magic. The sounds were powerful. The crowd was carefree and in-tune. Fast forward, to last Friday, I was feeling lonely. My newest partner left me. Guess where I went for rejuvenation? Flash is my church. My therapy. My safe space. I love Flash. read more

For deep house lovers, Flash is the place to be. It's the new hot spot in the U Street area that also boasts a great sound system. There are two parts to Flash -- downstairs is the bar area, but to go upstairs to the club area, you'll go through a photobooth (you get your photos instantly too!) and on the other side of the booth is coat check and ticket check. FYI: There's no photography permitted upstairs and the dress code is clean and casual. Cover is typically $10-20, but we were able to buy tickets online for $5! Drinks are reasonably priced, the crowd is diverse, and the sounds were great. Flash is definitely earns a spot on my list of places to go out in DC. read more

I was badly beaten by 3 bouncers at once and they hit me so hard they cracked my back teeth. I was in the wrong at first because I tried to take a water bottle in but they over did it with force. One them also choked me out and I debated on going to the hospital because I wasn't sure how much damage they did to my legs while beating me all I want is a refund for the night but I don't even know how to do so because they won't answer my calls read more

Flash is racist. I was in a group of people and my one brown friend was not allowed bc he was drunk (note: I was significantly more drunk). I don't understand. It doesn't make sense. We want to spend money at your establishment. I will not go again. read more

Flash attracts a grown-up crowd who appreciates the sound system of U Street Music Hall, but seeks ambience, clean floors, and a great view. With the recent addition of a rooftop bar, it's worth the trek to Shaw. - First Floor: Bar, dance floor, and photo booth. Perfect for those on a budget, or waiting for friends before heading upstairs. - Second Floor: Medium-size dance floor with its renown sound system, lounge chairs around the perimeter, and a bar. - Third Floor: Retractable rooftop and side-panels, (kinda) dance floor, and bar. It's a beautiful (albeit noisy) view of the Shaw neighborhood. Overall, you won't have a problem getting a drink -- or finding great music -- at Flash. It's worth the cover fee of $10+ read more

Flash - DJ and dancing on the rooftop - Dance Clubs Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

How about a little bit of consideration. You have to pay 20$ to gain access to the top floor, to see some dj that no one has ever heard of. On top of that there are TWO bathrooms to accommodate the hundreds of people that have increased urination due to drinking. Like I was literally waiting for the bathroom for more time than I was dancing and having a good time. Other than that it's a good time. Get your bathroom situation figured out it literally ruins the entire experience. read more

Flash...yesss, finally a lounge that I really like. This club has 2 floors: on the first floor is a bar with a dozen stools and large lounge area where people chill before going up to the main event upstairs. I dig the vibe of this place...the few times that I've been here, they're playing hip hop downstairs and house music (and deep house at that!) upstairs so it's a nice mix. The crowd isn't that bad either. Upstairs you will find true electronic music heads and feel free to bop around as you please! I love the lighting upstairs and looks especially cool bouncing off the flash dishes behind the DJ booth. I've never had to wait long for a drink...and their drinks are a bit pricier than average but I'm fine if that keeps the quality of this place up. Avoid this place if you think house sounds like "elevator music" or you can't appreciate EDM. DO come here if you want to have a fun time and dance to some great music. read more

Me and my friends got recommended this place to dance. We got there pretty late night around 2am. Crowd was sketchy, kinda odd. Sadly most of them wasted or high, harassing my girlfriends harassing them and asking them for paid sex. More than that, they didn't like being rejected, this girls they don't talk English tho, so they tried to make our night miserable insulting us Music was Excelent, they only serve shots after 2:30am... which is kinda lame having such a bar set up and having to tip bartenders that don't want to mix. read more

We were the first ones in, so that's always weird. It was a good 20-30 minutes before the place really started filling in, but I guess that gave us time to explore the bathrooms (very nice, clean, and individually sized) and get a couple drinks before the crowds took over. We got upstairs by passing through a photo booth, which is a neat concept. Anyway, once upstairs, it was clear this place goes above and beyond on the ambiance factor. It was dark, sleek, and features a phenomenal lighted wall that changes up the colors and patterns throughout the night. It was especially entertaining after a few drinks. The wall surrounds a small dance floor lined with couches and tables. No doubt they are hoping for VIP there, but they weren't jerks about us (and others) sitting there without getting a bottle. As the night went on, the people watching got better, with awkward dancing singles and large groups starting to mingle and move on the floor. We had a fun time, it's definitely somewhere I would come back. read more

Flash seems pretty cool? The cover is $20 which is way too much and I probably stayed here longer than I wanted to because of it. I guess that's the point but that's annoying, right? The music is good though. Really upbeat techno. read more

The tickets to go up to the rooftop are super overpriced. Also, I got kicked out for the most petty reason. The bouncer had told my friend not to film video. I jokingly made my own fun at this and flicked the bouncer off, and he then decided to kick me out. Everything I had done was not to harm anyone. I did not know me simply playing around would diminish his ego enough and lead him to kick me out of the bar. This was the very first bar I've ever been kicked out of. Please hire bouncers who aren't as sensitive, as flicking someone off does not warrant being kicked out of the bar. read more

DO NOT GO! paid $30 to get in and was horrible. Got taken upstairs , bad music (I love house and it was BAD). Then literally got kicked out for taking a photo of my friends. I legitimately think illegal activity is going on and they don't want proof. 0/10 do not Recommend. Place should be shut down. I hope law enforcement get involved, genuinely worried about people's safely. read more

This place is worth paying for! The music here is great and they have an awesome sound system. I loved the rooftop too. It was cute, but the sound system was not as great as the dance floor. The vibe is great! It's must when you are partying in DC! read more

This place sucks. Online doors say 8pm, get there and we're told doors are at 10. That is straight up false advertising. I want a refund for my tickets. read more

There are people who come to this bar who do not know how to behave in a place like this and frankly they ruin it for everyone. If you do not appreciate music you will not enjoy Flash so I recommend that you stay home instead of ruining everyone else's good time. This is one of the most well run clubs I have ever visited. The staff from the doorman to the security to the bartenders to the coat check are so professional. Patrons who take pictures or are falling down drunk are taken care of immediately. Personally, I love that there is a venue in DC where taking pictures and selfies is prohibited- not everything needs to be documented. I have never had a problem with my tab being overcharged and have always found the bartenders to be extremely attentive. read more

Loved it. Fun atmosphere, no dress code. I recommend getting tickets ahead of time. I left feeling very elated from the house music vibes, and will definitely be coming back. The drinks were expensive, but not more than normal DC prices- about 9$ for a gin and tonic. I could see someone's experience here varying greatly based on the DJs and who's performing that night. But if you like house music and are looking for something a little off the beaten path, definitely check out Flash read more

A lot of harassment. They need more bounces and people on the floor to keep things safe.

The most sexist and horrible bar I have ever been too. They treated their customers horribly and I spent 25 dollars on a concert that I was never allowed to go to. read more

Went by as a spur of the moment thing after watching the Diaz v Masvidal fight on a Saturday night. We walked up to Flash because we had heard decent things and figured we might as well check it out while we're in the area. Big mistake! The line was long and the bouncers were such unprofessional assholes! Now I remember why I always hated nightclubs. Needless to say, me and my friends got rejected, while another group who also didn't have tickets were immediately let in. Spend your money elsewhere, this place is overhyped, overpriced, and not worth my time or any other decent person's. read more

Best sound system in DC. Room well treated acoustically. John Digweed in a room that holds 200 people on a Saturday night... YES PLEASE! (My only gripe is that a lot people in DC don't really dance and don't always have a good vibe about them, especially the weekend crowds, but that's not clubs fault.) read more

This place is terrible! The bouncers there are racist. Me as a paying customer saw the bouncers decline my entry and let someone else in who was drunk. The only way I way I know this is because the person was in. My party. Hey I'm the only one who didn't get in. And I was the only one(at the moment was was of color l) that was not aloud In.its racialism at its finest I think read more

I was excited to check out Flash for Maceo Plex on 3/29/19. Previously, I saw him on his last DC visit at U Street Music Hall in Feb. 2016. Let me start with the positives. The 3 floor venue with a unique decor, DJ and large bar on each level is a great experience; my personal favorite is the rooftop / 3rd level where you can enjoy an outdoor / open-air dance-floor w/ a live DJ. I would also call out that the bar staff was excellent, polite and quick acting. Ultimately, my biggest problem with the Maceo Plex show was that it was over-crowded, over-sold for the 2nd floor. It was standing room only, shoulder to shoulder for the first hour and a half all the way back to the bar. Impossible to dance, and constantly dealing with people moving past you (both patrons and staff) made it very difficult to enjoy the artist & music. This was such a let-down as the decor, sound quality and bar staff is fantastic, not to mention a world class performer in Maceo Plex. The crowded setting eventually led to some rough encounters with rude patrons as well; I recall at least 2 occasions where a patron passing through got into words with someone for bumping into them, just really a buzz kill when nearby patrons are being very negative in the venue. I would have gladly paid $80 or even $100 (tickets were around $40) if they would have been able to cut the attendance in half on the 2nd floor so we could have been able to dance and others could move around comfortably and without confrontation. For an elite artist such as Maceo Plex I think this would have been very possible and provided such a better experience. Another idea, is that Flash could allow access to 1st & 3rd floor for a lesser cost - but control the main event head count by a ticket check on the 2nd floor entrance (main event / 2nd floor ticket purchasers could still roam to 1 or 3 if they like). I feel like this was such a shame for such an elite artist as Maceo Plex visiting DC. I think he could sense it as well as the crowd was largely just standing there for most of the show. I would like to check out Flash for a regular night of upcoming artists, but I'd pass if it is a large draw artist unless they are able to establish a better patron experience for the main event on the 2nd floor. I think they could easily charge more for marquee artists such as Maceo Plex and/or control 2nd floor access with a more premium ticket possibly allowing them to cut down on the head-count on the 2nd floor. read more

Flash is the best in it's class, period. Reading the reviews where people complain about things like not being able to wear flip flops, drinks being too high and not being able to come in after getting thrown out is insane. Flash isn't supposed to make money off their drinks ? Flash is supposed to let you wear your flip flips so you can sue them when your foot gets fucked up somehow ? Flash is supposed to let you come back and ruin the vibe again after you did it the first time ? * if you want to get off the most wanted list, come during the day and speak to management NOT during prime time hours. Why in the world do people think they are supposed to just come to someones business and do whatever the hell they want is beyond me. This is why only a few people are even in business, most people don't understand BUSINESS so they try to put you out of YOURS. Full steam ahead flash and bravo ! read more

The worst service I've ever seen; the bouncers are horrible don't ever go here. Stay away! Please! If you want to: A. Lose your money to some mediocre bouncers B. Lose your money to the business c. As a woman, be disrespected and touched inappropriately d. Be disrespected by management E. Be laughed at for being a woman by the bouncers -be aware! Do not go here! They will be disrespectful! Do not go here! read more

EDITED 1/16/2015 Believe me, Flash is a 5-STAR DANCE CLUB - i don't care what Yelp or anybody says. I've been coming here since September 2013 on a regular basis and have never had a bad time. Flash is a fantastic venue by international danceclub standards (I'm comparing it to places i've been to in Ibiza, Berlin, Seoul, Tokyo, Miami, London, etc). Flash is for the more seasoned fans of electronica who truly appreciate a kickass soundsystem (i.e. Funktion-One), classy design details (check out those flashing lights lights lights), excellent ventilation (almost chilly), a laid-back crowd, and dancing the night away. I am legitimately impressed by the thought put into this venue, and I imagine it would be overcapacity on a consistent basis in cities like NYC, Chicago, LA, that have a more aggressive nightife scene than DC. In fact, it sorta felt like the lovechild of Cielo NYC + Spybar Chicago, or perhaps Verboten Brookyln's much smaller sibling. Of course, I'm glad that on most nights there's plenty of room to groove...DC perks! Flash has principles beyond making money (which is rare for clubs these days...I mean, check out that FREE coat check) and was obviously built upon a music-centered value system. You go to *experience* the music - not to pop bottles, get blasted, feel like a bigshot, or creep on the other guests. If this club was a person, I'd describe her as an androgynous, late 20s/early 30s, understated Berliner, who's chill, sophisticated, edgy, and in touch with her darkside. As a girl, this is the type of place I could come to alone and not feel weird or sketched out. The crowd is noticeably different than other DC nightclubs - more polite, more cosmopolitan. So go to Flash if you sincerely love underground edm and you can hang - it's hands down the best venue in the District. Omg if Flash ever shuts down I am leaving DC. TIP 1: the 1st floor bar has brooklyn vibes + no cover. It's the perfect way to lure your non-clubbing friends to Flash and then eventually get them on the dancefloor upstairs. Actually, the downstairs bar usually has its own DJ playing too so either way, everyone will eventually be dancing ;) TIP 2: Cover to get upstairs is typically under $15 (cash only, atm inside), but cheaper if you buy presale tickets on Resident Advisor (never buy on ticketfly if you can buy on RA btw - RA's service fees are less), or arrive before 11pm. TIP 3: The upstairs club doesn't get bumpin til about 12:30-1AM, so chill out for a bit and don't fret about the relatively empty room if you arrive earlier. TIP 4: Try the specialty cocktails at the downstairs bar that are usually listed on the chalkboard read more

The reviewers who compare the house music at flash to elevator music are high on Tiesto's ball sweat. These inbred tards simply need to look elsewhere for their fill of Katy Perry or Skrillex or whatever other hot turds they are hoping to have blasted into their earholes. For anyone else who is not EDM illiterate, Flash hosts DJs who play house, deep house, more upbeat house, vocal house, tech house, etc... Flash has one of the best sound systems I've heard in any nightclub in any city. Probably the best sound system in all of DC. If you are a fan of house music and are familiar with the energy of smaller house rooms, you will love Flash. The club is designed with house music fans in mind. Yet, it is more upscale and modern than most house rooms, without being gaudy, pretentious or chi-chi like many upscale meat market clubs can be. Flash is truly an oasis in the middle of a large city without a ton of options for finding truly good dance music. I'd give them 5 stars, but: 1. Drinks could and should be a bit stronger for the high price 2. The second weekend in a row we went there, they tried to charge us $20 to get in for the last 30 minutes. (We went because a crack-smoking moronic DJ at U-Hall literally emptied the entire club with the worst set I've heard in over 20 years) So we left and got to Flash 30 minute before they closed. They still wanted $20 for a cover. Idiots, if you ask me. You can pilfer our wallets at the bar for 30 minutes upstairs or we can go drink elsewhere. But you're not pilfering our wallets at the door just for the chance to pilfer our wallets again at the bar for the last 30 minutes you're open. So, in that regard, fuck you Flash. In every other regard, I love you Flash. read more

If you want to listen to the worst EDM music known to man, make sure Flash is your top destination. I requested that the song be changed to something HALFWAY decent multiple times and was told that the DJ was having too much fun playing the current noise polllution that was blasting through the speakers. Now, I thought the whole point of a club was for the patrons, not the DJ. That does not seem to be the case here. Will not be returning. read more

This place is just punishing. To your wallet, your senses, your faith in humanity. I'm moderately into edm. I go to a show at least once a month. But this could be almost funny it's so redundant. I mean literally just a beat and nothing else for 45 minutes. Just *untz untz untz* no bass line, no add-ins, no slow building synth. The kids tell me its deep DEEP house. The lights were absurd, just when I'd think I was safe they would ~*flash*~ extra bright and the whole crowd would bug out like vampires in the sun. I held my hand over my eyes the whole time like the saddest game of Marco Polo. And the people. Sweet yeezus the people. Lots of dudes, some who were pulling off a smoky eye. Inexplicable mannequins peppered about, but I digress. You can't make me go back. read more

Just waking up from another grand night at Flash DC. Once again they have solidified their reputation as one of the District's premium venues. Taking years of experience from New York and bringing a much needed underground vibe, these guys know what it takes to serve up an ultimate nightclub experience. A one-of-a-kind Full Fat Audio/FunktionOne sound system coupled with truly inspirational lighting and visual effects leave you mesmerized; honestly a unique set up that rivals some of the larger more established clubs. Now Flash is a small place, somewhat tight dance-floor and limited seating, but it lends to an overall feeling of exclusiveness, and almost helps the eclectic DC crowd mix and match. Drinks and service are superb, a mandatory requirement if you want to make it in this town, but also a top notch promotion and management team (Pepe and Daniel) - these guys are a pleasure to talk to, especially in regards to music and their passion for nightlife. But what really makes this place happen, week after week, is the fact that they BRING THE TALENT!! Since opening night Flash has brought in some of the hottest, most recognized and truly gifted artists from around the world. Mixing in some of the east coast's best sounds from Detroit and New York to a whole cadre of English DJs - Fancuilli, Francis and the legendary Howells. This is how clubs are supposed to be, showcasing artists and their music to the fullest, and Flash is doing it spectacularly. And by sticking to playing the best in house and electronica, and catering to the different tastes within the genre, loyal fans will flock to the Florida Ave venue for years to come. Top recommendations for Flash, one of the few places in DC that get it right every time. read more

Audio snob - That's me. I am so impressed with this place, you won't need ear plugs because the sound is CORRECTLY administered. (Pst this means your ears won't be ringing when you leave and while loud and impressive sounding, you also don't have to yell to be heard) Mix that with awesome DJ line ups that rival big super-clubs in other cities and you have FLASH. Drinks were good, and just a tad more expensive than I would like, but hey, you can't have everything. Staff is great and once you figure out the upstairs vs downstairs thing, you will also understand why the cover charge is worth the price of admission. Some really epic DJs on those decks. Well done, folks! read more

3.5 stars rounded up to 4 stars for Flash. The bartenders are great, as well as the sound system here. No ringing ears but I did feel the need to occasionally wear my ear plugs depending on where I stood on the second floor. I loved this venue as much as soundcheck, but it fell short in terms of air ventilation. It reeked of vomit, weed, and BO. I guess the venue makes up for that in the form of the epilepsy-inducing lighting. read more

Finally, a clean version of U Hall! Flash is the DC newcomer for underground electronic music. From the street, you could almost miss it depending on how slow the night is. However, walking in you feel like you're in a trendy club in NYC. From the moment you walk in, you are greeted with a bar on the right side and a large area for lounging around on the left. Exposed brick walls and graffiti right by the bathrooms as well. Its nice to see that Flash is open for happy hour with specials on drafts and rails. The bouncer was also very polite. Cover was $12 and we were told table minimum was $250 if you go beyond the bar into the actual club. Not too bad. In order to get into the club portion, you go into a photobooth and get your picture taken. A neat gimmick, hence the name Flash. The other side of the booth opens showing the coat check/ticket counter. Once you go up the stairs, you're in the actual club. The walls are lined with lights and the booth has oldschool camera flashes in sync with the music. Pretty neat. Bar staff was polite too. As for the music, if you're accustomed to U Hall on Friday and Sat nights, expect a good time. DC is oversaturated with mainstream "EDM" and is sorely lacking venues for the more underground tech house/deep house that I particularly enjoy. The crowd here is a mix, although a bit more mature than U Hall. I was actually surprised that Flash booked Hot Since 82 for those in the know. I had a fun time here overall. I'll definitely be back in the future for upcoming shows and expect that my times at U Hall to decrease. read more

I love the sound system, the lights on the 2nd floor & the rooftop! I thought I'd never have anything negative to say about the place however I do! I normally go for the international house music Djs however I decided to try it for early evening cocktails & the experience was quite disappointing. I invited a friend who had never been & we started at the rooftop bar. The bar attender was quick to serve us however we didn't feel welcome! We ended up being the ones trying hard to be friendly/social & the same happened downstairs on the first floor. A third friend joined us & he made a comment that matched our unspoken thoughts. The bar attenders probably need to be reminded of their blanket customer experience role while on the clock. I also thought that we would be able to go back upstairs to the 2nd floor once the DJ was ready especially since we were previously on the rooftop however payment was demanded. Definitely another area needing improvement. If customers were early and have spent some good money I think the least they could have done is grant free entry. Anyway we left and found another spot a few blocks away & made a merry night out of it. I still love flash however this experience left a sour taste in my mouth! read more

Been coming here since it opened and I absolutely love this place! Here are a few reasons: They book some incredible talent from across the globe (if you know, you know...). The sound system is magnificent. Bartenders are some of my favorite- friendly & accommodating. Recently they've branched out on Sundays and include meditation, a bazaar and of course DJ on the rooftop. A great way to spend the most ambivalent day of the week! read more

Think elevator music meets house music. On loop. Again, on loop. Did I mention on loop? Empty dance floor. The only good parts were the lighting upstairs and the photo booth gimmick. The DJ wouldn't take requests as he said he was taking us through a "journey" and with an empty dance floor, that journey was an extended musical road trip through a desert with only a few cacti to distract you from the mindless boredom. My friends had been there before and decided to give it a second chance since it was different DJ, end result was the same. When we left, the upstairs was empty and they had the audacity to charge a $10 cover to those coming in. read more

Last night was my first and last time going to Flash. Sounds harsh, but definitely the truth. I have no problem with the venue itself. I thought the decor was nice and I loved going in through a Photo Booth, but that's where my fun ended. Once we were upstairs it was insanely packed, and normally this isn't a problem for me, (the more the merrier!) but that's not the case when ALMOST NO ONE DANCES (most of the plaid ridden bros just nodded their heads to the music) and the people that are dancing act like epileptic drones wiggling around in uniformity. Also, whoever said the music was on a loop was 150% right. I've never been more bored at a club in my life. Thank goodness I purchased my ticket in advance ($12.95) because if I had paid the ridiculous $20 cover, someone would've gotten slapped more than a few times. Seriously though, if you love to dance, skip this place and head over to U Street Music Hall. It's cheaper, less crowded, and everyone there is 10x more lively. That's where we ended up after and it was like night and day! read more