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    Alamo Drafthouse

    3.6 (909 reviews)
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    ALAMO DRAFTHOUSE ATMOSPHERE

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    Classy
    Good for groups
    Dogs allowed
    Good for kids

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    Shonta H.

    Alamo Drafthouse Cinemas at City Point is located in Downtown Brooklyn in what used to be Albee Square Mall, it's now a decorative enclosed space. The lower level has an eclectic food court with so many unique food options it was hard to decide. There is a Sephora, Target, Trader joes and three floors of Primark along with shops from independent brands. The Alamo Cinema is on the 4th floor next to Court 16 a Tennis and Pickle ball court. Movie tickets are $19.99 and there is no concession stand, you order food and drinks from your seat and staff bring it to you. I suggest ordering the bottomless popcorn, it was enough for three of us, and we didn't need a refill. The food menu is reasonable price, the theater is clean. They have a strict late entry policy, our show was scheduled for 3:30, seating started at 3:15, however if you come later then 3:45 you will not be allowed to enter ! The escalators were not working inside the theater and a few were out of order inside the mall. The elevators weren't crowed and came frequently. I will visit again and splurge on a sandwich from Katz.

    Dwayne W.

    My wife and I have enjoyed this theater several times with the old school ambiance and Great Customer service by sylvan d our server and the tasty wings . A date night out with the wife all in one place.

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    I went once with my husband, and the cinema was clean and comfortable. The attendants were kind and provided good service. The main issue I had was that the bathroom is located in the restaurant upstairs, which is far from the theaters and inconvenient if you need to use the restroom during a movie. Also, the Buffalo chicken wings were extremely salty, which negatively impacted the taste. Reducing the sodium would greatly improve the dish. I would still go again because I enjoyed the atmosphere of the theater and appreciated the service.

    After five straight days of classes, this place feels less like a movie theater and more like a relaxing place where I can truly take a break from school. I love the no talking and no phone policy where I can truly focus on the movie for two hours and don't need to think about anything else. Watching GOAT at Alamo was honestly the best decision of my week. The movie was exciting from beginning to end. The sound was loud and powerful, and during the championship scene, the whole theater felt intense. I felt my body react before my brain and my heart beat so fast. It reminded me of watching esports finals with that moment when everyone was screaming and felt excitement as if we were the one who's on there playing the game. I think everyone would love this sense of excitement, and it's definitely one of the best ways to release pressure.  Another thing about the film is I love how the scenes and different basketball courts were being designed. The animation, the lighting, the characters and background design are all fascinating. Watching it honestly made me think if I should switch my major to concept or game design haha. Five stars. Not just because the cinema is good, but because it gave me two hours where I could fully relax and just enjoy something without stress.

    Melissa A.

    My partner and I decided to do dinner and a movie for Valentine's Day. We usually go to nitehawk movie theater, but he decided he'd like to try somewhere different. Turns out most of the employees were striking. They stated Alamo drafthouse had fired 70 employees across all chains illegally. We felt badly, but decided to go in, it was late and there would have been no opportunity to go to any other theater. Once inside, due to the strikes there was no food being served. Which was a no for me, because I hadn't eaten since breakfast and it was almost 9pm. However, because this theater is located in the city point mall, which has multiple restaurants downstairs. They allowed us to grab food and beverages and bring it in. A huge plus. The theater seemed clean and the staff that was present was very nice and accommodating. Going back would be determined on more research regarding this strike and the validity of the claims.

    Marie S.

    Alamo Drafthouse used to be fun but when I went here last week, not as much as before. I had trouble finding the correct theater - I initially went to the wrong one - there was no one around to help. During the film, there were frequent distractions with too many people walking back and forth in front of the screen, either guests or staff bringing food and drinks. The screen and sound system were fine. I enjoy having extra space to relax. If you can choose a seat, suggest picking one away from the door, fewer distractions. Alamo is a great theater experience overall.

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    Tiffany H.

    Great location inside Albee square mall on the top floor. The theatre is clean. We saw Wicked and I wish the sound system was a little bit better because the music was amazing and I couldn't get the full sound effect for a movie like this. We had wine while watching n service is fast n friendly.

    Kai M.

    3 stars for the theatre experience -2 stars for the person taking our orders and his selective attitude for White attendees vs Black attendees. Not surprised at racism, but Brooklyn is unapologetically a melting pot and his attitude has no place here. Hope he doesn't last at this place long. His attitude was disgraceful

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    Jason R.

    My first experience with Alamo was not a good one.... And you know what they say about first impressions! I arrived shortly before the show started but I was the last to arrive to meet others. As I see the guard I was wondering what I needed to show him, but he was more confused than I was. He acted as if there was no movie showing and even after I showed the movie ticket, he still seemed confused. Yet, the two guys behind me just walked in without an issue. I make my way into the theatre and I see they have the paper filled out with the order but they were waiting for me. I told the employee she could fill their order and could return later for me - she instead said she would wait and I just quickly opted for a Philly cheesesteak. It was relatively empty but two other people joined our row and it became a nightmare. They had three people bringing out the items - one person had water, one had popcorn, another had food. They literally bring out each item separately and every time they walked through the aisle, I had to move my legs. I have been to iPic and Nighthawk Cinema and both brought all items, at once. The Philly was okay as was the popcorn. I just think the staff needed to be trained better. The seats were okay, but I've had better, at an AMC, where it was a lesser cost. Another major issue I had was before the movie began they had a bunch of odd promos or whatever you call them. I'm used to just watching previews, but instead it was an extended period of these "promos" Overall, I did not enjoy the movie or the experience, at this theatre.

    Cocktails and wine menu as of 05.30.21
    Jessica B.

    I'm still a huge fan of the Alamo Drafthouse. They've recently made renovations and I'm loving them. The seating and having individual tables are nice. That said, I've noticed that they've removed some menu items like their Omnivore pizza and avocado toast, which makes me sad. Also, I find that they nickel and dime--for example, I'm not vegan but I love their cauliflower bites. I've asked to swap out the vegan ranch for a regular ranch, and they charge me extra. I don't get it--I'm not asking for extra, I just prefer their regular ranch. Anyway, as stated before, I still love them and love it more so with the renovations.

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    Ask the Community - Alamo Drafthouse

    Do they serve alcohol?

    Yep! Huge menu of it as well.

    Do you have to order the food online with the tickets, or can I order food in person?

    You order in person at your seat. You can order anytime, before or during the film.

    What time does the box office open? I know the ticket machines can be used even when no one's at the front desk. But what if you want to speak to someone at the ticket booth?

    It should be open about 11am

    How can I tell which of the 7 theaters has reclining seats? Those straight seats are plush but are so uncomfortable after 2 hours!…

    All of the theaters have reclining seats, but the catch is they're only located in the first row.

    Do you need a ID to go In?

    Minimum age of six years old at the Alamo with an adult. 17 and up to buy a ticket solo. https://drafthouse.com/nyc/theater/downtown-brooklyn/admission

    Is there a break given between movies during a marathon? If so, how long?

    Um..it depends on the movie lol...

    How early should you get there before your movie?

    I like to get there at least twenty minutes beforehand since it gives me time to use the restroom before I head into the theater. Then you have enough time to put in your food order before the movie starts so you don't have to worry about doing… Read more

    Row 4 or Row 5 which is better?

    Hi. It's all good. I prefer center back. the seats are nice. try to get the table u can share with your friend. don't worry rows

    Are there seats which a disabled person with trouble sitting/standing to fit comfortably? I've got knee/hip replacements...

    They do have some seats for wheelchairs in each theater, if that is what you mean. Otherwise, rows are more spaced than your average theater as there is a table every two seats, meaning that you will be able to stretch your legs completely without… Read more

    What would be the best row(s) to sit at in these theaters?

    Anything a few rows back is good. The front row is a bit too close, but it's tolerable, and it has the bonus of an extendable footrest. The theaters are pretty small, so even the back rows are fine, although I always think the middle is best.

    Does this place have loveseats?

    No love seats, but there are seats that are grouped together in pairs.

    What is exactly on ALAMO menu?

    They have an extensive menu from burgers to hotdogs with varied toppings, flatbread, wings both hot and Thai, salads (huge), fries (also huge), chicken sandwiches, and my favorite the truffle parm popcorn. They have warm cookies (stop drooling) and… Read more

    Does the Alamo serve breakfast/brunch options for the early showings?

    Management told me that Alamo does a special brunch menu for the first two showings of each movie on Saturdays and Sundays.

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