The Flashback Lounge

Address:	1309 State St, Watertown, NY 13601, USA
Phone:	+1 315-681-4159
Rating:	4.7
Working:	Closed 5–10PM 5–10PM 5–10PM 5PM–2AM 5PM–2AM Closed

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Reviews 21

Megan C

I wanted to like this place so much. Ive gone about two dozen times over the past year. At first it showed promise... Now the arcade games are never/ rarely on or dont work. Last time I was there, the pool table was covered with stuff and not usable. I take a pass on the food. The one time I got a burger and fries, the burger was over cooked and bland and the fries were greasy and also bland. I used to enjoy going to the various events, but over time the events became disorganized. The events rarely start on time and sometimes are canceled without notice. Recently I went on a Friday/ Saturday night and the bar appeared to only be filled with a few friends of the owner and wait staff. The atmosphere felt unwelcoming and dark. On the plus side, every bartender Ive ever had was incredibly sweet. And the beer selection is good. There is no liquor or wine though. And many times the beer menu isnt updated.

Ryan Henry-Wilkinson

Great place! They specialize in craft beer. No liquor. The food is good. They serve standard pub offerings for the most part (burgers, fries, etc.). However, they have the best chicken tenders around; freshly breaded and none of that previously frozen nonsense. The tenders really are that good. The owners really know their stuff when it comes to craft beer. They occasionally nab rare or odd finds so stop in to check on the rotating beer selections. They have beer pairings/dinners throughtout the year, and live music. Consider following them on Facebook for updates to the calendar. In response to a previous review: the vintage arcade games are usually turned-on during the weekends. They will turn them on for you on a weekday if you ask, but I imagine it is not cost effective to leave them on during off peak times.

Cynthia Day

Love this bar!!! My husband and I go almost every week. They have the widest selection of beer in Watertown and an endless amount of games to play. Their flatbread pizzas and their chicken tenders are fantastic!!!! We come here to play Cards Against Humanity with friends as often as possible. Love the owners and all of the workers. Great place to relax and hang out with friends.

Jorge Maldonado

Retro video games. Good craft beer. Good food. Monthly food events. Monthly brewing events. Music events. Relaxed and more mature crowd away from the nonsense of the other bars in town. No liquor so no mixed drinks and no people getting wasted ruining everyone elses good time.

William Franklin

The flashback lounge primarily serves beer. They have about 100 or so beers between bottle and tap, but mainly bottles. Ive seen wine once, but dont think its common. The is NO liquor here at all. They have live music every week and also have arcades and board games.

Cody Klinksiek

Best spot in town. Solid beer selection, wing Wednesdays are on point, taco Tuesday is a serve-yourself setup, and Mitch keeps a stock of retro games in house, just ask if hell fire it up for you to play!

Virginia Van Ryzin

1st time here. Food is really good. Their Chipotle rasberry sauce is amazing, their beer selection is amazing, and one of their bartenders, Lily, is an absolute sweetheart. Highly recommend.

Victoria Coleman

This is a favorite of mine, and my friends! Large selection of beers and ales, no liquor. A few options for non alcoholic drinks. And their menu is small but everything is delicious!

amber velez

Bartender is very rude. Doesnt greet customers and has a nasty attitude toward new customers. Very disappointed because I was told that the place was great.

Nathan Kennedy

The best bar in town. Excellent, unique variety of food and beer and a very welcoming atmosphere. Not to mention the sweetest bartender in the area.

Ricky Lehnhardt

Always a great selection of quality beers. If youre in to trying something new every time you come to the counter just stay a few weeks here.

Ben Sharrin

The food is good and the vibe is very relaxed. They do not do liquor and specialize in craft beer. Also great for games and music.

Ryan Austin

The best beer selection in town. Great tap selection, great service, great people. I highly recommend the cheeseburger pizza.

kristina cottrell

best place to chill and have a good time, o drama, no douche bags

Robert Fuller

Badass place. Very kick back. They only serve craft beer.