The last two movies I watched here, the thermostat was set way too high. It must have been 80…read moredegrees. I was really uncomfortable and sweaty. Im going to try a different theater next time.

I am all for supporting local businesses, so we chose Maya Cinemas in Salinas for a new movie and…read morewere disappointed from start to finish. First, the phone app disappeared. The kiosk to print online tickets was broken, which meant everyone had to wait in line at the concession stand just to get tickets. Then, since we had not visited in a while, we were not familiar with the layout anymore. Our movie was in Theater 1, but the numbering/signage was unclear. We saw Theater 2, but there was no visible number for Theater 1 nearby, leaving us second guessing whether we were in the right place. Once inside, the theater itself felt very worn down. The seats were so worn they looked dirty, and there were no food trays. I did like how far back the recliners went, but the farther you reclined, the more a barrier in front blocked the bottom portion of the screen. We also paid for the Dolby sound experience because my husband appreciates good audio quality, and he immediately noticed that not all of the surround speakers were being used, particularly the rear speakers. That noticeably took away from the movie experience. Overall, this theater feels neglected and run down. It is disappointing to see what was once a thriving theater decline so much. Unfortunately, we will not be back.

Snacks, service, and employees are all nice- but the actual theater screen was filthy! I couldn't…read moresee the movie clearly - there were actual spill stains on the screen (theater 10)

GRANT at the counter is profoundly rude and homophobic. He managed to misgender my wife twice in…read moreone short, unpleasant interaction. He also made her go to the car to get her ID for an R rated movie, and then told her she can "show it if HE wants to" when she returned. Seemingly to instantly forget that he told her she had to retrieve it moments prior. Not to mention, we are both very clearly over 18. Rude for no reason and blatantly homophobic, Grant.

We happen to cross this place while we were down in the area and decided we needed to have a guys…read morenight or we went and saw John Wick three. I'm not sure why people are so down on this place, we were very impressed! The place has 14 theaters and really the only negative was that the physical locations of the screens were not well marked. We were down the hall and around the corner, but it was difficult to tell that the theaters around the corner were there. Pretty minor detail in the grand scheme of things. The seats here are very large and at least in the theater we were in, they reclined! Total game changer in my estimation. They also have standard snacks as well as food and beer. They had a couple microbrews on tap, and few things really taste better than salty popcorn and a nice IPA. This is definitely not a spot where you're going to pay five dollars for a movie, but in the end we paid about what we expect for theater of this caliber, and overall we were very impressed!

GRANT at the counter is profoundly rude and homophobic. He managed to misgender my wife twice in…read moreone short, unpleasant interaction. He also made her go to the car to get her ID for an R rated movie, and then told her she can "show it if HE wants to" when she returned. Seemingly to instantly forget that he told her she had to retrieve it moments prior. Not to mention, we are both very clearly over 18. Rude for no reason and blatantly homophobic, Grant.

First time seeing a movie here. Love the size of the theater. The temperature was good, unlike the…read moreone at Del Monte Center. The place is clean enough. We enjoyed Avatar today. Concessions are stuoid money, but that is part of the cost of going. 2 matinee tickets, 1 vitamin water , 1 iced tea and 1 box of candy was $60. We don't do it often, but we had fun.

Snack bar is a little pricey but being a member has some benefits. Lobby is cleanish. Movie seats…read moreare comfortable. Restroom is clean.

Best venue for entertainment in Salinas…read more Was completely remodeled for music and catered events

This review is based on a private event. The historical building is stunning with some parts…read morerenovated. We talked to some staff who gave us a brief background about the building and they were kind enough to give us a tiny tour into areas that were off-limits to the general public.

An incredible facility. Many world class events and entertainment have been presented here…read more Fabulous stage area. Plenty of room. Great venue for weddings and other events. Right next to a huge park and tennis courts. Hotel is next door. Friendly people. A great place.

my butt was freezing the whole time i took a fat poop…read morebackstage my toes were cold even in my shoes i love the backstage lights tho #glowing #lights #cold #brrr

The Steinbeck Museum was a wonderful literary stop in Salinas. We also visited the Steinbeck House…read moredown the street, which made the experience feel more complete. As a tribute to Steinbeck and his connection to the area, the museum was thoughtful, engaging, and well worth the visit. I especially enjoyed the quirky gift shop, always a bonus when a museum shop has personality. The drive into Salinas was also unexpectedly lovely, with so many fields and vegetables growing. It gave the whole visit a strong sense of place and helped connect the landscape to Steinbeck's writing. A great stop for literature lovers, history fans, or anyone looking for something meaningful to do in the area.

What an impressive, thoughtful arrangement of his life, works, and accomplishments! I'm not a fan…read moreof his work but was pleasantly surprised by the layout and contents. Two of our group members are big fans and thoroughly enjoyed the museum taking over 2 hours to explore and interact with the exhibits. The downtown Salina's area has restaurants and shops to explore making it a full day's adventure should you choose.

If you haven't been here in awhile, it's time to check it out! Long-time staples Patria and…read moreDubber's are still here with consistent food fare and friendly service. The Beerded Bean and Cherry Bean are quality coffee shops, each with their own unique character and vibe. But new additions are here. Check out Karnival next to Maya Cinema for light fare and creative drinks. Mangia will seem familiar because the owners had manned Gino's for a good two decades before selling it and starting over with Mangia. Alvarado on Main is Alvarado Street Brewery's latest venue in an old bank. It's always popping. Brand new additions are Heirloom Pizza, still set to open this coming Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023 and Reba's is coming soon (a baking shop with long-time fans at Crossroads). There's too many to mention but don't forget about old favorites like Dudley's and Michael's Grill.

Old town Salinas is your typical western city that you find in the movies with a modern touch. It…read moreonce was a bustling area to travel too if you came to Salinas but with the invention of strip malls and indoor malls this place has become a dead zone. They have great areas to hang out though. Maya cinemas and the food places around the 100 block of old town is great. Fox theater and 201 Main are great additions too. Patrias is a wonderful German food place. There is a Mexican food spot next to the fox theater which is great also. Additionally, Dudley's is a great diner. The coffee places are awesome to meet great locals. Other than that, it's sort dead and go in the mornings to mid afternoons because in the evenings the place goes dry. The night life at Dubbers and 201 Main are hot in the weekends. I can't forget the great beer places!!! They are all over downtown too

Recently visited Folktale winery with friends. We took a tour of the winery that was amazing! Sha…read moreour tour guide does an exceptional job. Not only Is she very articulate but is also very knowledgeable about the wine making process. From taking us through the vineyard to eat grapes from the vine to a full tour of the winery itself, Sha explains the process in a way anybody could understand. The tastings along the tour were plentiful and very good! If your local or from out of town it's worth stopping in! If you're fortunate enough to be in love, it's also a great wedding venue!

Sarah was the most amazing sommelier that I have ever had. She was kind, hospitable, and as a…read morevisitor she made me feel at home. I am a farmer and she taught me so much about wine, which compliments my career. I wish every server was like Sarah!! Dan and Nick were awesome too! What service! It made my day.

The classes and shows are crazy good. Check out the drop in classes on Tuesday and Thursdays - no…read moreexperience required.

No notes. Show up and laugh. And make your friends volunteer…read more Go to a class while you're in town, if you can, it is so worth it!