First review of the new year! Came to see Wicked: For Good on Saturday night with my gf. One single…read moreParking spot was open towards the front, lucky us! Entrance had a bunch of packaged Sponge Bob which got me curious.. They looked to be containers for popcorn and of course the drinks. Fun additions but bulky. Bought tickets at the concession stand at near $20 a pop. It was a nice date out and great movie! 5 star rating for awesome recliner seats!

I'm still in shock... I go to movies here a lot. I am not a fan of seeing films that are crowded…read more It's rare that I see films during the day, preferring later shows. Normally I scan my movie pass, tell them seat me in the ADA row. Usually it is empty so I just say put me in the middle but due to the wheelchair on the seat, I can never read the numbers which I say. I was supposed to be at an event across town. It was impossible to find a safe place to park and there was no ADA parking. Due to safety, I had to give up. I figured I would just go to see The Drama instead. I was not prepared... There are a few seats taken, including the two middle seats in ADA. I looked and said to give me on of the ADA seats over to the side. She stood there staring at me before saying that those seats are reserved for companions for people who are in a wheelchair. I said those are for people who have a disability and are not able to walk up or down stairs to get to the other seats. I genuinely picked up my cane and showed it to her saying I'm not sure how much more disabled you would like me to be to get a disabled seat. She had to call over her manager, thankfully not at my request. The manager without saying a word punched in my ticket and got my popcorn looking at the other person with shock. I have known numerous people going through things like organ failure, recently received a transplant... cancer treatments... there are so many things that can be severely wrong with a person where they are challenged physically and need ADA seating or accommodations. So, I don't assume BUT I just had to put up a fight to get accommodations yet I was SHOOK seeing the very able bodied, looking couple sitting in the center of the ADA section. I was so tempted to ask if anyone gave them any crap getting those seats. I did not though because it's hardly their fault I had to go through that. I also didn't wanna disrupt them because they were super cute snuggled up together. I always assume people sitting ADA requested it for reasons - I'm not the ADA police and there were plenty of spaces.

Negatives: Way too cold in theater. I let a staff member know and he said he'd adjust it. It…read morestayed cold for the entire 3 hours. No adjustment made. No coffee or tea for a 10:00 am matinee, in a cold theater. Other theaters have it for morning showings. Refreshment bar staff are inflexible on minor accommodation for customer with a disability. Positives: Well located, safe area, reasonably clean, restaurants nearby.

I've seen a couple of movies here now. The theater is always clean and comfortable. Concession…read moreprices are to be expected but when you join as a member you get a discount. This time I had a beer and I think it was nine total. I saw the life of a showgirl And truly enjoyed it. Young boys and girls were dancing in the front of the theater to the music. This is a great location and closest to where I live so I'll be back.

Cool place, great date night spot, decently tasty food. Being brought to the theatre by the host is…read morea little weird but forgivable. It's expensive but you're paying for the experience and I'd say it's worth it once in a while. I saw 28 Years Later: The Bone Temple here, kind of a weird choice for a movie theatre where you eat dinner- it was pretty gnarly. The good: -couches/comfy seating -actual food -friendly staff -neat atmosphere The less good but not necessarily bad: -having to wait to be brought to the theatre by a host -much more expensive than a regular movie theatre -no cherry coke (but they do offer a Roy Rodgers) -the popcorn is REALLY buttery which is cool if you're into that but I was overwhelmed by the sogginess

I take reviews very seriously. A 5-star review isn't terribly difficult to come by with me. I have…read moresaid it over and over again... Simple expectations - good service, good food, good product, good experiences. In the world of service, that isn't difficult to provide. To get a 1-star review from me takes actual WORK. I must say, Studio One Theaters absolutely earned in every-single-way, this review. Let's start with purchasing tickets online. The platform is poor. The tickets are double the cost of any other small local theater. By the time you get to the purchase page, you're total will double in fees. They don't give you a confirmation number... you just have to assume your purchase went through. No confirmation email, nothing. The only way I knew I had made a purchase was by the charge on my credit card. The parking situation is poor. I was fortunate that I found a spot but the overall parking lot situation is a nightmare. We got stuck for 10+ minutes trying to leave, we finally escaped through an alley way. Alright, let's get to the actual experience. We arrived a bit early hoping to get our seats early or enjoy a drink at the bar. We stood around for 10 minutes while staff ignored us. Three behind the bar, one behind the register, two random floaters. They didn't as much as acknowledge our existence. After one of them finally got off the phone, we were acknowledged and told we needed to wait. We took a seat at the bar. I ordered a 10oz wine that was served in a tiny 8oz glass. The metal-and-glass bar was noticably dirty, the dust was thick on the shelves of the bar overhead. We were promptly ignored by the staff, only to get their attention when it was time to tab-out. Approximately 30 minutes before the movie, we were finally granted access to the theater. The manager invited us to the theater we had tickets for. We were then held hostage as we slowly crawled down the hallway while we were tormented with his pre-scripted speech. It started much like the disney script of "we have 45 members of our cast and crew" that work here 24/7 and 365. First, leave disney's script to disney (left lower-case so the review doesn't get flagged). None of the sales pitch was believable. This is a tiny little theater in Portland... the big-brand theaters don't even employ that many people per / theater. Much less, could any reasonable person believe that a theater has chefs and staff that work 24/7 at a theater open Monday-Friday from 2:30 PM to 11:00 PM and Saturday-Sunday from 8:30 AM to 11:00 PM. Doesn't even make sense. Then, out came the iPad pics of mediocre food he was trying hard to sell. No thanks. Once seated, our waiter appeared to take our orders. We asked for a few minutes to review the menu. The prices were outrageous. That's a difficult comment to get out of me... price doesn't matter when the product stands behind it's value... this however, immediately felt off. The waiter felt impatient and pushy. The minute we didn't order a ridiculously overpriced alcoholic beverage, he was done with us. He did return 10 minutes later, we resolved to a "medium" popcorn for $11 of which, was TERRIBLE. Honestly, I didn't know you could make bad popcorn. Studio One Theaters has BAD POPCORN. Tasteless, burnt, just awful. Once we ordered the popcorn, declined $30/ea appetizers and $40+/ea entrees, the waiter was done with us. He huffed away, never to return. The popcorn showed up, salt-less, cold, burnt, and tasteless. We pushed it around the weird metal bowl it came in and ultimately, gave up. The movie started and the talking started. First, everyone in the row behind us completely ignored the movie for the first 30-minutes. The water that had abandoned us completely and fully ignored us but had fog-horn volume conversations taking order, laughing, conversing, completely ignoring the movie that had just started. Then came the food. Orders being delivered, one after another on loud plates with chunky silverware. Nothing better than listening to spoons and forks scrape against plates while people conversed as though they were the only ones in the room... it then got worse... ...the people directly behind us decided to call the theater out on their less-than-mediocre menu. Everything they ordered was terrible, of which, we heard them very loudly and very clearly complaining to each other. When they complained to the waiter (mind you - WHILE the movie is playing!) he decided to argue before taking away the horrible food. THEN, making things even WORSE, here comes the manager. He decides to want a full narrative of what was wrong with the food and why. After a lengthy 5+ minute conversation, he then offered them more food, they declined because it was so bad. They left 1/2 way through the movie. The talking never stopped. Someone finally yelled out "shut up" near the end of the movie. People were rude. The staff was awful. The food and beverage was less than mediocre. This isn't worth a second try. Horrible.

I've been going to this location since I was kid, so about 25 years or so... I love it and hope…read morethey never go away! They keep making changes/upgrading the theatres and so it keeps getting better and better. They offer movies outside (drive in style), have a few different options as far as theatre and seat style, and all the yummy treats and drinks you could want. They're also nowhere near as expensive as some spots are these days Restrooms are always clean too, which is a big one considering how many people use them daily.

This is a great movie theater to see movies just as they release because all other theaters in the…read morearea were sold out when trying to find Wicked tickets this weekend. The tickets and snacks are cheaper than other theaters in the area and they offer local drinks such as Helvetia Cider. The reclining seats were big and comfy for the 3 hour experience, I only wish they had a reward system because I will likely be back soon!

A True Local Gem Worth Supporting!…read more In my quest to support local small businesses, I've driven past Joy Cinema many times while heading down 99W toward Tigard -- always thinking, "I really need to stop in one of these days." Fast forward to the 40th anniversary showing of Back to the Future, and I finally did it! Sure, I could have gone to one of the big movie chains nearby, but I wanted to support a locally owned theater -- and I'm so glad I did. While Joy Cinema doesn't have its own parking lot, there's plenty of parking in the shopping center just behind it. The lobby is small but welcoming, and you'll likely be greeted by the owner himself -- who runs everything from ticket sales to concessions to the movie projector. It truly feels like a one-man show, and that personal touch makes the experience so special. Plus, the prices for both tickets and snacks are refreshingly affordable compared to the big chains. The theater itself has one large screening room, and it's impressive -- spacious, comfy seats, great surround sound, and a large screen that makes for a perfect movie experience. They don't drown you in endless previews, just a couple quick ones before the feature starts. I also appreciate some of the fun movie history and facts they presented prior to the screening. I also appreciated that they have clearly marked spots for wheelchairs in prime viewing areas -- a thoughtful touch that shows care for accessibility. Unfortunately, one rude family arrived late, talking loudly and even letting their kids run around, which disrupted the movie for a bit. The owner handled it as best as anyone could -- even stepping in multiple times to address the situation. It's tough when guests behave poorly, but I really admired how he tried to keep things under control while protecting his business. After the show, the owner greeted us again and asked how we enjoyed the movie -- that kind of personal connection is rare these days. I'll absolutely be back to Joy Cinema. It's a local treasure run by someone who truly cares about movies and the community. If you're in the area and want to enjoy a film while supporting a small business, skip the big chains and check this place out!

This is a very special place -- family owned and operated. It offers a clean, safe atmosphere and…read morewas remodeled just a few years ago. The seats are comfortable, and the theater features digital sound and projection for a high-quality movie experience. What really sets it apart is its connection to the community. The owners actively support local schools and events, often opening their doors for special gatherings. The staff is always friendly and helpful, making every visit welcoming. They show first-run movies at competitive prices, and the addition of pizza, beer, and other refreshments creates a cozy, home-style vibe that's perfect for a fun night out.

This place is pretty run down... and has some pretty impressively run down bathrooms. This is one…read moreof the few Regals without the lounge seats that recline. The benefits though are that there are usually not horrific like some other locations and they have times that are a bit different, some times later. I have been able to get in showings for things here when I can't at other spots and usually am not stuck with tragic audience members. Yes, I am FIRMLY looking at that person who brought a BABY to the last late night horror film I was at... or the people in the seats directly behind the center ADA spot I was supposed to sit in but had their feet directly all over that seat... The audience has come back out ... and hat audience is rude as F. Soooo, since everyone wants recliners, they tend to go to the fancier spots. Personally, just give me my space, a tall frozen cherry thing, some popcorn and play me a new movie. Although, warning if you have not been out in a minute to a film - if you see anything at the big boxes you will get to watch a half hour of car commercials.

I love going to the movies.even though food and drinks are expensive it still is a good time.i love…read morebeing able to get collectible cups and popcorn buckets.many times during the week it's not crowded and good seats.

Cinema 21 is consistently a great spot to catch a movie. The location is awesome to grab a bite…read morebefore or a good popcorn/pizza in theatre. I'm always happy to support Cinema 21 because they have supported my family's movie watching for over three decades. Thanks!

Cool place, good vibes, odd layout…read more First thing I saw here was The Materialists. Yes: -the grape soda, highly recommend -old and funky -gen admin seats -play some stuff other theatres might not have No: -parking is annoying because it's on the west side

A good local theatre. Everything is admittingly old and worn, some of them even have an off smell…read moreso if you are sensitive to that you might consider it a bit worse. Has a variety of different seats but its nothing high tech. Kind of just reminds you of a local, rural theatre except they have freestyle machines. Food is nice, pretzel bites are low key a sleeper hit, just have to wait for them to warm and the staff and service are done of my favorites in any theatre and hold this place and its rating up. My biggest gripes is how they don't treat us like we can handle straws, they give you the stuff for your drink at the table, so you can't just get a new one without getting in line if your straw is a dud. The other is it won't show some of the smaller films and when they do its like a for a day at weird hours. All in all, great for the neighborhood but not likely worth dedicated travel unless you'll be in the area.

Ugh. It's been about 5 years since I came here... miss the days when it first opened as…read moreCinetopia... the first Digital theater in Portland and it was amazing as it served food, it had great seats, it was a great theater. Now .. no one at the door, people just wandered in, no one selling tickets, crappy seats that don't recline and very uncomfortable. 3 stars do not want to come back. Only redeeming quality is it's close to Progress Ridge and Murray hill.

The only theater ai go to in Portland. Small and intimate with a great selection of food and drink…read more Always showing new movies even after they were cyber hacked. I'm particular to the homemade Ginger Ale. Crazy good. The service is okay but it's. movie theater. Not much for them to do. Love this theater. Great price!!

I was excited to visit this theater for the first time but unfortunately I left disappointed…read more We ordered food at the bar, our dinner, to be delivered to us in the theater. The bartender who took our order didn't write it down as he was taking it, which always makes me wonder if they will remember it correctly. He didn't. Carelessness. The bartender asked us which auditorium and our seat number and we were told that it would be delivered to our seats. Still no food an hour and 15 minutes into the movie so my partner went to check on it. He was told that they couldn't find us, which makes no sense unless the bartender entered the seats wrong. The cost was refunded but no dinner for us. Other than that the auditorium and seats are pretty nice but not better than any other theater. I doubt that I'll go back.