I am glad this space is occupied again... tuesdays they have…read morea $5 movie ticket..nice! the seats are a little dirty...other than that the customer service is good.

So excited to have an IMAX theater without going downtown, especially inside the old Cadillac…read morebuilding. It's still ghostly with so much empty space: They don't even have a staffed ticket counter at the entrance anymore so it stands, vacant, as if awaiting its fate. Keep walking towards the escalators and to the right are ticket kiosks. The stand-alone scanner for your phone is at your feet, giving the experience a Radio-Shack DIY feel. You pay for concessions on the second floor then walk down a lonely hall to push buttons and dispense popcorn and drinks yourself. Finally, what you're there for: The IMAX theater. The sound is thunderous, nearly "sense-around" and the picture is large and crisp. It was the perfect venue to see The Odyssey. Ask a staff member to give you a sticker with a barcode before checking out at a lone parking kiosk by the escalators so parking will be only $10, a bargain.

I came here for a free screening with Letterboxd. I go to Japantown often but I hadn't visited this…read moreAMC location before. There was a supposed fire about 20mins before our screening started, they had us evacuate, and the firefighters came, but it went by quickly and the employees gave us each a free movie voucher. I had a couple drinks at the bar, which were great and the bartender was nice. The only issue I have is that the screen was a bit smaller than usual, but nothing else hindered the experience.

The theater #1 is so big. There's a balcony section. I've never been up there. This is big-Toy…read moreStory 5! Conan's voice is the poop machine. I didnt know till the credits. Everyone becomes a kid again. Ok, only those before Gen Z. I recognize all the familiar toys because in the olden days, there was Toys R US and you just go through the store, like a museum, admiring things you can't buy but want to buy. There's a fabulous collection of horses. Divert, the theater has slighted seats. Love sitting on the side with nobody in front blocking. Chairs are still comfortable. Cup holder. The sound system is not deafening. The newer theaters blast you with sound. You go away deaf. Wine and beer sold. Drinks galore. Women's restroom -There's always a line but kept clean. Close to japantown so when you finish there's so many places to eat.

TLDR: Unique theatre with breathtaking interior; offers special showings; food delivery from mobile…read moreapp; good photo ops; inside bar; better to take public transport there Such an amazing experience! It is definitely unique so you gotta check out this theatre specifically. It stands out from the others, even the other Alamos. This is a must on your bucket list for cinephiles. Once you walk in through the large front doors, you'll see for yourself how gorgeous the interior is. It feels so grand from the moment you're there. Surrounding the walls, is a bunch of Bruce Lee posters covered all around. He's clearly a classic and from the city! There is a bunch of merch, and selection of films to go through. There are ones from each country and it's hilarious that Michelle Yeoh has her own collection. The theatre itself feels special as you're surrounded by the intricate, artisan architecture. It's not just your typical big screen. And luckily, the chairs are comfy so you're settled in for the screening. For some showings, they have special previews, Q&As, photo pop ups, and sometimes even simple mementos to take back with you. So get your camera ready! Alamo Drafthouse also serves food! Depending on the film, there could be a special menu. They previously would someone directly come to you when you order, but switched to mobile. It could be distracting so now just download the app for quick service and they will bring it straight to you. If yall decide to order the classic popcorn, the bowl is huge so probably share it with your friends. Can't wait til next time!

I've worked at movie theaters, frequented them since I was a child, and have loved movies for as…read morelong as I can remember. I have a deep respect for the few surviving movie theaters, which is why it's disappointing that the Alamo in San Francisco has started to take much of the joy out of what should be a warm, fun experience. I completely understand the importance of respecting a film's start time. But the level of strictness has started to feel excessive. My partner and I arrived five minutes late to a movie a few weeks ago and were reprimanded by the person working at the front. We understood that we were late, but the coldness and severity of the interaction felt completely disproportionate to what had actually happened. It made an experience that should have been enjoyable feel unnecessarily unpleasant. The most frustrating part, though, is the tipping system. You have only 20 minutes after the film ends to edit your bill before a 20% tip is automatically added. But what exactly is that tip for? There is virtually no human interaction throughout the experience. You aren't greeted when you enter, no one checks in on you during the movie, and there's no server taking your order or providing traditional table service. You order your food through an app, and it's delivered to you in the dark. I'm happy to tip for good service, but automatically adding a 20% tip unless you catch it within a 20-minute window feels less like rewarding service and more like a system designed to make people pay a charge they may not have intended to leave. I really want to support movie theaters, especially independent and surviving theaters, and I genuinely want the Alamo experience to succeed. But lately, the combination of the overly rigid policies and the tipping system has made going to the movies feel less welcoming, less spontaneous, and ultimately less enjoyable.

Well this time a free ticket always nice. Robert Townsend interviews after the movies two of them …read more The balboa has been around for a very long time which makes me very happy. Every good independent theatre is a plus to the character of the city . They have the normal snacks popcorn candy and maybe a hotdog. They also have beer which a lot of theater s are now doing. What ever keeps them afloat is good to me. This is now a non profit theatre so you can make a donation and receive a tax credit. The theatre originally opened in 1926 . It's now part of a neighborhood theatre chain along with the 4 star and the vogue. The service is quick and pleasant so you don't miss the movie. They sometimes have comedy or live music performances. They now have 265 seats with the two auditoriums. It's in the outer Richmond on Balboa street so parking can be touch and go but not quite as difficult as some areas which are totally impossible. So check it out go see a movie .

Tough Love: the mildew and mold need to go. The Balboa is one of my top three businesses in SF -- I…read moreadore the building, its programming and its staff. But if you've been to a movie here lately you know that the theater spaces have become deal-breakingly gross. The smell of mildew and mold is overwhelming. I get that since the theater became a non-profit overhead costs need to be low, but they need to address this, even if it means new seats. The wonderful benefactors who commissioned the tile mural (pictured) could complete the trick by simply by bringing the theaters up to the bare minimum they should be: a pleasant place to watch a movie.

I love this little theater! It's family owned and operated, and they are keeping a classic location…read moreopen. I came to watch a 49er playoff game which was so much fun. My friend also rented a theater for a private screening to propose to his girlfriend. It's those kinds of things that make you want to keep supporting a local gem!

This is not an upscale, renovated theater but it has a charm to it that I enjoyed. Movie tickets…read moreare $18 flat at the window (no fees if you go in person) and you do not pick your seat. It is first come, first served. The staff were nice and the concession prices were reasonable. I think there were 3 rooms screening movies total in the building, but two movies playing at the time we went.

It's a little on the pricier side of cinema theaters but the seats are comfy and the lobby is…read morespacious and has places to hangout. They have $1 movies everyday if you are looking to go in a budget The 5 stars is mainly because the managers have a 5-star attitude when it comes to customer service. They have helped me out every time instead of brushing me off. In the beginning, I kept forgetting to scan my rewards membership as the concession workers don't ask for it. They were able to retoractively add my points or apply my rewards when I remember right after the transaction finished. It's much better than Cinemark when one forgets. Another thing is when one of the managers saw me looking at movie merch, they took the initiative to ask what I was looking for and bring out stock from the back to sell to me. For clarification, I had called in earlier in the week and the concession workers told me there were no more. I still came by to look and was pleasantly surprised they had merch in the back. I appreciated that very much, plus the theater got to sell a good portion of their stock that day. Win-win. Would recommend this theater to others.

I wanted to have a watch party for my son's birthday at Regal Cinemas, but unfortunately I had a…read moredisappointing experience. I spoke to someone at the counter, and she gave me the emails for David (the general manager) and the theater so I could inquire about their birthday packages, pricing, and other details. I emailed both gm1464@regalcinemas.com and theatre1464@regalcinemas.com twice, but I never received any response. Because of that, I ended up just buying all the tickets myself and bringing in food for the party, which was very inconvenient and stressful. The only reason I'm giving 1 star instead of less is because of one employee named Skipper. He truly went the extra mile to help us with the seating arrangements and even helped me bring the food inside. He was very kind, helpful, and professional. If it weren't for him, my son's birthday could have been a disaster. Thank you, Skipper, for saving the day!

This is one of the oldest theatres left in San F rancisco . It's really beautiful inside it is a…read moresingle screen and we are truly lucky to have it . They do a few festivals the Strickly British for one .Themed movies for different months of the year many art films and foreign. They sell the usual popcorn with quite a lot of fixings if you are into that. It's a very sweet little gem.

This spot is so retro, we loved it. No reserved seating, but they had plenty of room. We really…read moreenjoyed the concessions - local soda. We happened to come across this place coz I was searching for the new knives out movie. Highly recommend!

Had the good fortune to discover SF Film Society Cinema while volunteering for the SF International…read moreFilm Festival & then again while being a true customer at 1 of their "normal" movie screenings Building is nice & bright w/ whites & oranges - tables & a nice coffee bar await you upon entry & you can enjoy some drinks & treats before the show Walk downstairs to find inside the theater is surprisingly bigger than I thought it would be but it's still nice & intimate. Orange cushy stadium seats that provide extremely minimal head-blockage Best part about this cinema has got to be their restrooms - no lie! Never in my life did I think I'd be all goo-goo-eyed over a bathroom but this 1 is the bees knees! They have the most luxurious toilet seats - they're *heated* ( ! ) and offer bidet functions for those who prefer that kind of action....there were so many buttons on this thing that I was scared to push anything for fear of setting off the disco lights.....and coming in from a frigid cold, blustry evening, I didn't want to leave that heated seat! :-) I'd totally come back here to see fantastic indie picks & can't wait to see what's playing next!

How can I be the first one to review this fabulous place? SF Film society holds their shows here…read more They're obviously people of taste, because they invited me to come show my cartoon about filthy disgusting pirates. I found the facilities to be quite inviting. It's basement level and feels sequestered from the outside world (as it should), like a hi-tech vault to showcase and preserve humanity's best culture for the post-apocalypse future. I mean, it looks like a spaceship inside. It's swank and modern. It's comfortable and well-equipped. I did hear a few complaints about the seats being too lean-y and lacking arm rests, but I found them soft and well-spaced, and the sound and projection were great. My stuff looked great on screen. It was the perfect size for a post-show Q&A- 143 seats holds a crowd but not an impersonal one. The hosts were incredibly gracious and caring about the show they were putting on. This place doesn't organize shows like amateurs (trust me, I've done those.) If you're thinking of seeing a show here, it's probably something you wouldn't see anywhere else, so you might not know how to judge it. Consider yourself in good hands. It will be curated with taste. There's tons of great options for eating and shmoozing afterward right across the street, in Japantown's mall full of sushi places. One of my co-attendees is well versed in quality sushi, and called the place we went to one of the best she had found in the city. Pick this theater and neighborhood for a great night out.

First time here to watch "Dear You"…read more Clean seats. It was $5 bring your own container for popcorn day. All the concessions folks were upbeat even though there was a lot of foot traffic. Overall fun experience with really nice seats. Double free parking garage and easy to get to. The place looks like it's blast from the past since it looks like it was last renovated in the 80s. Printed carpet, oversized signage, lots of stairs (they even had the ability to open second concession stand upstairs!) Overall, no complaints! Exactly what I expect from a movie theater.

A group of friends came here on a Sunday morning to watch The Odyssey and the whole experience was…read moregreat! They have IMAX screens befitting a film shot entirely on the IMAX camera. The reclining seats are soft, wide and comfy, especially for a 3 hour movie! The only concession stand that's open is on the first floor, so grab your bites before heading upstairs.

Thank God we still have a movie theater in SF that shows something other than Hollywood garbage. I…read morelove the foreign and indie films. Opera Plaza had a renovation a while back and it's all fixed up and very nice. Seats are comfy. You can haves glass of wine with your popcorn! On public transit too. I can usually park nearby and the meters give you four hours. There is also an underground garage.

4 screens of film lovers' films with old comfy recliners in small screening rooms…read more I saw Hamnet, dozed off in act one and cried through act three.