Reflex — Broad Street Nightclub, Birmingham

A neon time capsule on Broad Street

Reflex occupies a compact, multi-level footprint on Broad Street, where mirrored surfaces, sparkling disco balls and vivid neon signage set an intentionally retro tone. The interior deliberately references several decades of pop culture — vinyl-style wall art, colored uplighting and a central rotating dance floor create a theatrical, nightclub-first atmosphere. Lighting rigs and speakers are positioned to keep energy concentrated on the dance space while booth seating wraps the perimeter for groups who want a base between dances.

Layout, fixtures and distinctive features

The club’s layout focuses on a lively central floor with raised platforms and VIP booths that overlook the action. A rotating dance floor acts as both a focal point and a photo moment, while dedicated karaoke rooms and private booths offer quieter, bookable alternatives for parties. The bar areas serve a mix of cocktails, long drinks and bucket-style sharing drinks; menus emphasise value-led offers and group deals. Flooring, mirrored columns and neon accents give the venue a deliberately theatrical, slightly kitsch character.

Music policy and programmed nights

Reflex programmes themed nights that run through decades of pop — 80s, 90s and 00s sets are prominent alongside mixed retro playlists that keep singalong moments frequent. The venue typically schedules its busiest live-DJ programming from late evening into the small hours on Fridays and Saturdays, with Sunday sessions that often adopt a more social, daytime-to-evening rhythm. Music is loud by design and the sound system prioritises beats and vocal-heavy singalongs. The venue leans into party-focused celebrations: group bookings, stag and hen parties and birthday bookings are a common part of the identity. The tone is playful, energetic and deliberately unpretentious — neon, themed nights and cheap-drink promotions encourage an all-in social vibe. The combination of dancefloor activity, karaoke and booth seating means the crowd cycles between high-energy dancing and smaller-group socialising.

Practical notes about the experience

Lighting and sound aim to create an immersive, late-night club environment rather than a quiet bar experience; expect pulsing lights, dense sound and close-quarters standing room on busy nights. The venue’s compact footprint and multi-level layout mean that sightlines can vary: some booths command a good view of the dancefloor while others are more private. Accessibility features include widened entry zones at main entrances and disabled toilets, though raised platforms and steps inside can limit movement around certain areas.

Why people book it for celebrations

Reflex packages its spaces for groups with named VIP booths, karaoke rooms and drink promotions, which simplifies one-night party planning and adds a theatrical edge to celebrations. The design language — from mirrored columns to the revolving dancefloor — is engineered to enhance shared moments: group photos, singalongs and dancefloor antics are the currency here, and the venue’s identity is built around delivering those kinds of nights out.