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    Kan-Kan Cinema and Bar

    4.6 (138 reviews)
    ModerateCinema, Pizza, Bars
    Closed 5:00 pm - 9:00 PM

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    KAN-KAN CINEMA AND BAR ATMOSPHERE

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    Outdoor seating
    Dogs allowed
    Happy hour specials

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    Whitney M.

    It was my first visit to Kan Kan and I went specifically for "The Moment" which was in select theaters. What I liked about Kan Kan was the ease of ordering tickets and the communication I received prior about arriving early and parking options. Thankfully, we did arrive early and found street parking near the entrance. We grabbed two available seats at the bar waited... and I mean waited... for service. We didn't need a full mean, so we didn't bother with the pizza option, although we both love king Dough! We did however order snacks from concession and the prices were all very reasonable and the popcorn was delicious. The seating in the theater was comfortable and general admission. Overall we had a great time.

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    Lizz M.

    What a cute cinema! For a Thursday night it was kinda busy. The restaurant/bar area was dim lit and looked inviting. They have pizza from king dough inside the cinema however, you can't take it into the theater. I didn't know that when I ordered so I had to scarf it down before the movie started. You can purchase by the slice or a whole pizza. You can take drinks (from the bar as well) and popcorn in so there's that. The employees were great. I was there for an event and it was smooth and they directed us to the room we were in. I love that they have movies that are older and they play all kinds of movies. I'm sure I'll be back! They also have a parking area, it's small but there's parking all around. Spanish: ¡Qué cine tan lindo! Para ser un jueves en la noche, estaba medio lleno. El área del restaurante/bar tenía una luz tenue y se veía muy acogedora. Tienen pizza de King Dough dentro del cine, pero no la puedes llevar a la sala. Yo no sabía eso cuando la pedí, así que tuve que comérmela rapidísimo antes de que empezara la película. Se puede comprar por pieza or pizza entera. Las bebidas (también del bar) y las palomitas sí las puedes llevar adentro, así que al menos eso. Los empleados fueron excelentes. Estuve allí para un evento y todo fue muy fluido; ellos nos dirigieron al salón correspondiente. Me encanta que tienen películas más antiguas y que proyectan todo tipo de cine. ¡Seguro que regresaré! También tienen un área de estacionamiento; es pequeña, pero hay estacionamiento por todos lados.

    Emi M.

    This is my second time visiting Kan Kan and I want to go there more often. I love that they show films that major theater chains will never have. This reminded me how important it is to support our local, individual theater like them. I arrived 5 minutes before the show but was able to find a parking spot at their lot. I watched the documentary film called "encampment". They showed it for only 4 or 5 days but I'm grateful I had an opportunity to watch it. Thank you Kan Kan! The theater was very clean and spotless. The seats were comfortable too. AlthoughI did not get any food there, next time I would like to go there just for drinks and dinner. It looks like they have Japanese-inspired cuisine and they had a cool vibe.

    Phil B.

    Probably the cleanest cinema we've ever been to. Large popcorn and two large sodas was 15$ that's a pretty decent price. Currently the restaurant is closed and King Dough is going to open a pizza place to take over the other failed restaurants. Pizza really seems fitting for a cinema.

    FIRST YOU WANNA KILL ME, NOW YOU WANT TO KISS ME offers a heavier flavor with a spicy afterthought
    Audrey M.

    Sitting at Kan-Kan's bar and watching their mixologists in action is always an impressive sight to see. Their joy and passion for creating truly beautiful craft cocktails with high quality ingredients consistently radiates from their staff. You can tell that they love what they do, and who doesn't love supporting a business who creates happy people?!

    Ginger Salad
    Michelle W.

    Vibey restaurant with cinema attached offering Japanese bites. Plates are good for family style sharing among friends and family (although the fries are SO GOOD you may want to keep for yourself). The salad is a generous portion. I was disappointed with the steamed buns and rice bowl. The buns were small and I wish there were toppings added to each bun. I got the plate of six and there was a teenie tiny portion of toppings to split among the buns. The rice bowl was also heavily sauced so it threw the flavor off for me.

    Big Lug Pirate Cat
    Richard P.

    After nearly three years since my first review of Kan-Kan Cinema and Brasserie, it's time to revisit this Windsor Park treasure and Indy's only locally owned, non-profit arthouse theatre. While there are other theaters in Indy that will dabble in arthouse indies, only Kan-Kan is truly devoted to them. Yes, you'll occasionally see a wide release, such as Barbie, here. However, the vast majority of films you see at Kan-Kan are true arthouse endeavors. Kan-Kan is operated by Indiana Film Project, a locally-based 501c3 non-profit. You can join as a member of Kan-Kan at a variety of levels. You have the thrill of knowing you're supporting films and filmmakers in Indiana. Kan-Kan Cinema and Brasserie is Indy's only locally owned arthouse theatre. Yes, Landmark will play some arthouse - but is not locally owned. The new Living Room Theater also plays arthouse, though it's not locally owned. Kan-Kan is truly ours. The Kan-Kan name honors the legacy of Indy native Kurt Vonnegut. Kan-Kan screens indies, docs, classics, locally made films, events, workshops, and has become a favorite of a variety of Indy's best film festivals. The theater and the brasserie are together yet separate. This is not a dine-in theater. You can enjoy a meal without seeing a movie. You can enjoy a movie without dealing with the meal. Yet, they work beautifully together. Kan-Kan's restaurant and bar is located on the first floor of the two-story building. It's a nicely decorated setting that is pretty easily accessible. Kan-Kan has accessible parking out front (be aware there's a bit of a slanted grade to the parking lot). The double-sided glass doors are very workable. The Kan-Kan has three screens of varying sizes. Theaters 1 and 2 are accessed on the second floor for wheelchair users. There's an elevator to the second floor available via the restaurant (it's a nice elevator - NOT a freight). There's also an event space on the second floor and the second floor also has a cool little deck. If you can't find the elevator, everyone here is super helpful. This is a residential area. Kan-Kan is nestled in between Spades Park Branch Library and a short row of businesses located in former houses (Amelia's Bread, Stomping Ground, and a hair stylist). I'll note that there's a lot of improvements going on in this area and road construction is pretty common right now at this corner. I've never had any difficulty accessing any business here, though the sidewalks are a bit torn up (new curb cuts are coming, though!). I finally tried the restaurant last night. I'd note that it tends to be a bit pricey. For example, I ordered fish & chips ($26) and a Big Lug Pirate Cat Porter ($6 for draft). You can order less expensive items and they also have small plates and appetizers you can enjoy if waiting for a film. It was worth the splurge to me, though I'm not sure I'd do it often. Service was good, atmosphere was great, and there was one young lady who noticed I'd dropped a dollar at my table and came looking for me - I love that. I will also note they add a small tip for kitchen staff to the check - I'm not sure the percentage, though mine was a few cents over $1. The theaters have a casual industrial vibe. They're new and they're still in good shape three years later. They aren't the ultra-luxe seats some theaters have, however, they are nicely done. Again, most accessible seating is at the top of the theater (not my favorite). You could technically sit at the bottom if you wanted. Two event rooms are available. Kan-Kan can accommodate groups up to 145. In terms of other access concerns, there are assistive devices for low vision, low hearing, and hearing impairment. You can check with employees if these are needed. The theater opens 30 minutes before the first screening of the day (typically late afternoon/early evening, though different on weekends). The restaurant opens at 4pm on Sundays and 5pm every other day. The bar is a full bar. While the restaurant itself leans toward pricey, it's also worth noting that concessions are a notch below a lot of theaters in terms of pricing with the usual soft drinks, popcorn, candy, ciders, and beer available. This is not a dine-in theatre, though you can take drinks and alcohol in. If you're in the mood to hunker down at home, Kan-Kan typically also has an "on-demand" title available on its website. This started during the pandemic (when Kan-Kan actually opened) and has hung around. The memberships are amazing - if you live in the Windsor Park, Spades Park, or Springdale neighborhoods (and can prove it) you can even get a free membership. Listen. I love lots of theaters. Movies are what I do. But, Kan-Kan is truly Indy's own non-profit arthouse. It's run by film lovers, curated wisely, offers a great restaurant, is inclusive and accessible, and is just an absolute joy.

    Brussel sprout salad
    Elle E.

    Always hits the mark in terms of food and overall experience. Can't say enough about their soups...tonight was a coconut curry, which was fantastic served with pitas. The brussel sprout salad with marcona almonds and butternut squash was also amazing. Would not recommend the lasagna, as it was overly oily. Service was also on point. Note: The bar is not open ahead of the Sunday matinee, so if you planned on having a drink before catching a 2:30pm movie, think again...you'll have to wait until afterwards.

    Nigiri
    Kateri W.

    Dinner at Kan-Kan after a movie was fantastic! We loved the tuna special and the nigiri to start with. The fish was fresh and flavorful. Steamed buns, a rice cake special, and cocktails made for a perfect dinner out. Our server was super kind and attentive. We will definitely be back because there were so many other menu item we want to try!

    Barbie inspired cocktail.
    Katresha T.

    I got to try out Kan-Kan for the first time this week. I was going to watch a movie , but wanted to go early to grab a drink and have dinner at the restaurant because I had heard such wonderful things about the food. My waiter was very personable. I asked him for a drink recommendation. He told me they had a cocktail inspired by Barbie. I am obsessed with anything Barbie so I instantly told him I wanted that one (I honestly didn't even pay attention of what was in it) I also ordered the Salmon which came with rice and asparagus. The Salmon was fresh and had a nice flavor. The Barbie inspired cocktail was strong (in a good way). I overall was very impressed with the food and service. If you are looking for an up scale movie going experience, definitely try Kan-Kan.

    Curry Soup
    Karla C.

    This place checks all the boxes! Amazing food, great service, and such a cool spot. I came after work and we ordered a bit of everything. I started out with the pork buns wow it really set the bar high. It was cold so we order the curry soup, amazing! I ordered the burger and it's a great classic cheese burger. I wanted to sub the chips for fries but they wouldn't sub so I ordered a side. The fries were good, but not something I would order again. The Mocktails and Cocktails were amazing! My only complaint is that the mocktail was 10 bucks and it was a tiny cup. I loved that they a theater and play Indy films! I can't wait to come back.

    Rice bowl -- Filipino style + tuna + crunchy bits
    Tiffany H.

    While always offering a fantastic movie lineup in the theater, KanKan also hosts a lovely Japanese inspired dinner menu and creative beverages from the bar. Build your own bowl style dishes easily allows people with a wide variety of dietary restrictions and preferences to create a fabulous meal. The service is always well-paced, which is important considering many diners are catching a movie right after their meal. We had a lovely dinner and will be back for a movie!

    Cocktail & Drink Menu
    Lauren T.

    Stopped at Kan Kan for dinner and a movie last night. The food and service did not disappoint. 10/10 would recommend. The ambiance was nice and there are so many windows it was nice to be able to see neighborhood and woods across the street. We had steamed pork belly buns and the steak frites. Both were delicious, didn't even get a picture of the steak frites they were so good. The frites are home style but had a delicious Kristy edge to them. We both had a cocktail and then split dessert. Thursday nights special is dessert and a dinner liquor. Definitely recommend the green walnut liquor, paired really well with the bread pudding.

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    Great ambiance, great films, great location, great vibes, very excited to go back and see more movies!

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