Lido. A small town movie theatre with lots of colour. My ticket said it was the lime door I'm…read moreafter, but there's more than one... Built up there's three levels. At the bar the cheapest thing is $4 coffee. Popcorn is a standard $8. In the movie theatre the letters are engraved into the side of the aisle sear... Instead of on the ground in gold, making it hard to find your seat. On Tuesdays tickets are $7 before 4pm and $9 after. Though Wednesdays they have a student offer if you go to Swinburne.

I have a new favourite cinema, hello Lido…read more Lido appears to be the final piece of the puzzle in the rejuvenation of the Glenferrie Road precinct. The team behind the Cameo in Belgrave and The Classic in Elsternwick have done a fabulous job of bringing this old dame back to life again, keeping some touches of the by-gone cinema area, while adding touches of modern to formulate a new cinema experience. We went the first week and a new cinema smells like fresh paint. It's almost as good as the new car smell. The popcorn machine hadn't even arrived when we first were there. Since then, we have visited Lido and experienced the Jazz Bar - for $10 on a Friday or Saturday night, watch a band perform in an intimate space under a cinema. The jazz bar has table service and on the night we went, the second set had free popcorn, which was devoured. There is a great mix of old and new movies here, plus special screenings and Q & A. I feel like I work for Lido with this review, I really do like it here, so much so I became a member and you can find me there at least once a fortnight. Welcome to the neighbourhood Lido, we are going to be forever friends.

This isn't the easiest of cinemas to get to, though it is closer to public transport (or the types…read morethat run on tracks because, well, buses typically don't count). It is basically located in a shopping centre, though the shopping centre isn't all that large. They do have a number of cinemas with the seats that roll back, but then again as a cinema is is pretty pricey, at least compared to my local cinema. It is okay, and does generally show the latest release films, but nothing hugely outstanding.

Well, they aren't the most conveniet of cinemas to get to, but then again they are a suburban…read moretheatre. The thing with the Palace Cinema groups is that they tend to have a pretty decent range of movies, that sort of drift between the mainstream and the independent. The reason I came here was simply to check out a cinema that I hadn't yet visited, and it was quite nice. You get more of a feel of an old fashioned cinema than those modern multiplexes. However, they have given the cinema a bit of a makeover meaning that there are a few more screens that there was originally.

I love Palace Cinemas and as a member I probably go to Balwyn cinema mostly as it is a short drive…read morefrom home. Parking on Whitehorse Rd can have its challenges but there's always parking available at the local footy & cricket club about 150 meters on the opposite side of the road. Anyway back to the cinema.....it's a lovely restored art deco building. The velour seats are plush and comfy, the cafe serves hot drinks, alcohol and scrumptious cakes including panetone. Another plus is that the international film festivals are all shown here - Italian, French, British, Israeli, German. If you love films, become a Palace member & you'll be able to experience the films shown here at a discount as well as attending advance screenings and special events.

I'm not a fan of the 'normal' Village at Doncaster. The cinemas are quite small and the seats are…read moreworn out. My preferred cinema is Hoyts in the CBD hands down. I have to say though that, if I had to choose between Hoyts in say Vic Gardens and this one, then whichever one was closest to me at the time would win the battle. The Gold Class suite however is a different ball game. We had free tickets and went to see Captain America there and loved it. Everyone says and knows that Gold Class tickets are pricey but you know what? The service that you get and comfort that you experience makes it worth it. There is a bar, where you can hang out for drinks and they also have a seating area for you to wait when you get there. You are assigned a waitress who takes your order and you can pick the time for them to bring your food/drink to you. The seats are recliner ones and sooo comfy. You have a small storage area where you can store your bag or anything else you want out of the way when you're in there. The aisles are very spacious and I really like the layout and how they only have four seats in the middle so they don't disturb you when they bring out orders. There are a couple of staff who hang out at the back and you have a button on your tray table next to your seat so you can call them up if you need anything. Until I've experienced Hoyts's La Premiere, Village's Gold Class has the thumbs up for the time being for me!

Yes, yes, Doncaster Village Cinemas is all fancy and new and covered in gold trimmings but I still…read moredon't believe it is as fantastic as everyone makes it out to be. Yes it is featured in the Village Ads that play in the cinemas all over the country but that is not the point! As a result of all the advertising and the crowds that are always converging on Doncaster Shopping Centre, the cinemas are always extremely crowded. The lines for tickets can get so long that you can literally watch as the movie you want to see gets sold out before you reach the counter. At least it also gives you plenty of time to choose another but it is still frustrating and has happened to me twice. The candy bar lines can also be ridiculously long, even when the maximum number of staff are serving. Add to that the fact that most cinemas get filled right to the front and it is enough to turn me off going there on busy friday and saturday nights. The staff are friendly and courteous, the cinemas tend to be well maintained and clean and the screens don't have too many problems. So apart from the crowds the cinemas themselves are pretty nice. Unfortunately Doncaster - the crowded nature of your venue is a deal breaker for me. Adios.

The Palace Westgarth was originally built in the 1920s and following later Art Deco additions and a…read morerecent $4 million overhaul this historically significant cinema now plays host to a decidedly eclectic selection of films catering to everyone from film nuts to novices. Boasting a licensed bar offering coffee, food and some pretty damn good ice cream, The Palace Westgarth is notable for its all inclusive and highly eclectic film programme which runs the gauntlet from Hollywood blockbusters to European film festivals and countless indie flicks in between. This particular outpost of the boutique Palace chain also has special events such as its Friday night 'Cult Vault' screenings showcasing classic and cult cinema. A must visit for its three state of the art screens, diverse film programme and culturally significant location.

The Palace Westgarth Cinemas are in many ways the hub of the Westgarth community. Situated in the…read morecentre of the township with it's highly recognizable heritage building - people from all over Melbourne know this place. Unfortunately I have to say that the Palace Westgarth does not always show movies to warrant people from all over Melbourne knowing it's presence. Don't get me wrong the Palace Westgarth does show many great movies and has a number of great film festivals throughout the year - including the Spanish and French ones of most note. It has the Friday night film vault where they show old school movies usually of the horror or other cult genres at the stoke of midnight. However, most of the time I personally feel that they don't show a great selection of films. They don't show many blockbusters, which is fine, but they also don't show that many independent films either. In fact it seems to me that a large component of their catalogue includes kids movies, second rate British romantic comedies and cheap Hollywood films. All this means is that I find I never end up going all that often to a cinema which I desperately want to support.

This place is pretty pricey, but then again I've come to expect that from some of the cinemas in…read morethe inner city. I guess I'm spoilt when it comes to cinemas. Still, despite it being a mainstream cinema, it does actually have some pretty decent movies on offer, namely of an international flair. In fact, they will even run a series of film festivals, and if you like your Asian cinema, then they also have some pretty good offerings as well. I'd give it points for its international selections, but knock off points for the price of a ticket.

Watching a movie at Hoyt's Cinema Melbourne Central is not as painful as it used to be. There are a…read morefew things that they offer which makes the experience more appealing. 1) Online purchasing of tickets & seat selection. 3) Validated Parking ( Up to 3hrs.) 4) A bean bag cinema 5) Self serve check in stands which can also be used to purchase tickets to avoid queues.

Watched a Special screening of Jack Reacher Never Go Back, courtesy of Yelp (THANK YOU! )…read more They have great affordable snack bar. The cinema seats are big and comfortable. Sound system is awesome, definitely better than what I've experienced in Hoyts. It's now one of my favourite place to catch a cinema. If only I can get here easier from the city....

Free preview screening of 'Mike and Dave Need Wedding Dates' thanks to Yelp, Jam Factory & 20th…read moreCentury Fox! Great place & lots of room. Thanks!

Come early to enjoy the market or come fashionably late as other reviewer suggested, the show don't…read morestart until well after sundown. I've timed an hour after their scheduled start time before we actually started seeing trailers and other ads. The bats stars flying out soon after dark and provides amazing sky show. The bar sells amazing crepes, or get a satisfying feed from the market outside. Pack snacks and don't forget your blanket, it gets really chilly.

Really fun date place. I cannot stress this enough - BRING BLANKETS. MANY BLANKETS. DRESS WARMLY…read more The bats come out around sundown so that's quite a fun show before the actual show comes on. There's a little alcohol bar and a coffee bar inside where the ping pong tables are. This is such a cool set up for people to hang out before the movie starts. Also if you don't like the food that the truck is serving that night (we didn't), head over to Lentils As Anything! We had a delicious meal and then a fabulous time at Shadow Electric :)

One of the best retro-art deco cinemas I have ever been, and it is right few steps away from my…read moreresidence! You can come in through that etching glass door, walk through that soft and colorful Art Deco style carpet, and just sit in these flannel covered couch, order an ice cream cone or a beer, no one is looking unless you purchase a movie ticket! Just hang out there for nothing if you will! Interior is even more convincingly comfortable, it's more Art Deco and the super advanced multi-channel Atom Surround system will knock you out of the seat...so to speak:) Highly recommend this cinema, only just the only,it is a historical site!

My love affair with the Rivoli has survived many makeovers and overhauls. My first visit was when I…read morewas eight to see The Witches. Back then it was a dark cinema reminiscent of traditional movie houses (complete with balcony) Fast forward twenty years and the Rivoli is part of Village Cinema's complete with newly opened Gold Class Lounge and cinemas. Their rooftop bar is also a great place to grab a drink before or after your movie. Despite the new developments the Rivoli retains art deco furnishings and old world feel. The cinema screens are hidden by a curtain and the seats are very comfortable (great for those three hour movies.) This large art deco cinema complex shows are range of popular movies with particular emphasis on art house releases and world cinema. For the price of a movie ticket these days you want more from your movie going experience and the Rivoli is one of the best. They are also host many Melbourne Movie Premier's so if red carpets are more your speed then watch their website for details.

The Astor is one of these Melbourne icons that needs to be a stop on everyone's list. The…read moreatmosphere is always ecstatic, whether you are there to emerge yourself in a true Rocky Horror experience, or see a classic screening of Gone with the Wind. New movies are also shown there in recent times - the latest entries to the Star Wars saga stand out as real treats in such a grand old cinema. The choc-top ice creams are also rather special. A staple that have been around for decades, they are specially made for The Astor and you aren't seemingly able to get them anywhere else! Make your next movie a screening at The Astor. It might change your life.

Yeah, this theatre is nothing short of awesome, but then again it does happen to be a Melbourne…read moreicon. Okay, it probably has lost some of its lustre, but honestly, since ownership changed hands, the new corporate owners have done their best to maintain the tradition of this theatre. In fact, the Astor goes an awful long way to try and maintain the aura of the golden age of cinema. Oh, and some of the movies that they show here are absolutely awesome - classics the lot of them (as well as a number of new ones).