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Beautiful garden located inside the Doubletree hotel. It feels like a small oasis or sanctuary of peace. I saw a few people meditating and working (laptops). Perfect place for a picnic with a view. When I step into the garden, I took a breathe and felt very relax. There is a pond and mini waterfall. Lots of trees, shrubs, bushes, flowers and more. Just beautiful. The view from night time differs from daylight so I went twice during my stay to experience different times of the day. During the early morning, I had my breakfast snack there and just soak in the tranquility before I go out to to do touristy things. read more

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I've had Kyoto Garden bookmarked for years and still never looked for it during my last times in Little Tokyo. It is a small oasis in the middle of the city. Located inside the Double Tree Hotel, take the elevator till G level, once the doors open you will the entrance to the garden. It is very small, not on rooftop, but charming, nice landscaping, great waterfall and trimmed vegetation. Peaceful spot, with areas to sit around and read, or just relax. No outside food or drinks is allowed. Great refuge, nice little garden to check out! Cool little adventure and quest to find it! read more

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I saw this garden on social media, so I decided to check it out on a Sunday, Kyoto Japanese Garden is located in Little Tokyo in DTLA inside the Double Tree Hotel, but do not park in the hotel, It's $47.00 for two hrs. there is parking next door in the Weller court parking. This beautiful half acre Japanese has pretty flowers, and landscaping along with waterfalls, streams of water, Buddhist Temple and Statues, there is a set of two staircases that leads to the secoud level which is also very beautiful, a small patio with a few table and chairs is across from the waterfall. This is a peaceful and calm place to come and meditation or just relax read more

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This garden is inside the Doubletree by Hilton in downtown Los Angeles. It isn't particularly worth seeing unless you're staying at the hotel. It's a nice place for some morning serenity and looks like a good option for private events. read more

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open on sundays, clean bathroom with no key card needed on the same floor as the garden. read more

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We attended a special brunch event here. The food was delicious and the staff were kind & attentive. This is a wonderfully unexpected oasis in the middle of downtown Los Angeles, CA. The gardens & waterfalls are beautiful. Although we were in the city, the garden was quiet & refreshing. Parking was challenging but the Valet staff were quick in accepting & retrieving our vehicles. read more

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The Double Tree hotel has its very own Japanese garden! It is small at about .5 acres but nice to walk around and enjoy the serenity. I'd highly recommend upgrading to a garden view room where there are views of the city if you get a higher floor. I liked how I could always hear the soothing running water from the waterfall in my room. It's a nice piece of Zen in the middle of the city and a must to walk around and enjoy before starting your day. For more Japanese gardens check out my list: bit.ly/3CLXWV9 read more

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Located in Double Tree. Must use the guest elevator to access the garden. It is very small, with 2 levels one with a waterfall and the other a grassy area if you take the stairs up. Really cute venue for weddings, photo ops, or to just be and relax. The sound of the water falling is soothing. The area is kept neat and clean. read more

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First allow me to say what none of the other reviews say.... You must be a guest staying at the hotel to enter the garden. There is no day pass and they will not tell you how to access it unless you have a room key! That being said.... The pictures in other reviews make it look very pretty and big! While it is very pretty and totally gives zen vibes.... It is not at all big... the entire thing can be walked in 1-2 minutes... read more

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no where did it say that this is NOT open to the public and that you must be a guest of the hotel to visit, but that's what I was informed by the staff. Disappointing and should be noted in every review, and this recommendation should not be included on these sort of lists of things to do. read more

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Some of food not fresh, small spaces. I don't really recommend. Service is not good enough. read more

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a hidden gem right in the middle of little tokyo. At the street level, it looks like there might be some trees, but to be honest most people are not looking up at this height. So when you take people here they are blown away that there is a full blown Japanese Botanical garden upstairs at the Double Tree Hotel. It's not very big, but it has lots of shade, lots of nooks and crannies and even flowing water, its a nice respite from the madness of the city. They even have a bar, that serves unique cocktails (they aren't that great, stick to the beer if you're gonna order drinks a the bar.) It's easier to check out during weekdays, often times on weekends it is booked for weddings and other functions. read more

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A piece of paradise in the city! So serene. Very well cared for. A nice oasis during this fabulous visit to Los Angeles. Hard to believe. If you need a rest from the hustler and bustle drop by . Maybe have a cocktail. read more

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This was a cute little garden! We enjoyed taking photos here and walking the grounds. It was lush and green which was refreshing on a hot summer day. It is inside of the Double Tree hotel. read more

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Koyoto Gardens is a beautiful Japanese garden located inside the Doubletree hotel in Little Tokyo. The garden features a waterfall, pond, stream and a grassy area. It is a beautiful place to take some great pictures or to just relax. The garden is solely for hotel guests as indicated by the signs but you can visit the garden by using the elevators behind the front desk opposite of the Starbucks sign. The garden is located on floor "G" which stands for garden. read more

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Located inside the Double Tree Hotel in Little Tokyo, next to Weller Court, Kyoto Gardens can be accessed by proceeding to the elevator behind the customer service desk in the lobby. Press Level "G", turn left upon exit, and you will see a sign pointing to the direction of the garden. You will see another sign that says "Private Property, Garden is for the sole use of Double Tree by Hilton Guests & Patrons". Yes, I read but I chose to simply ignore it so I can enjoy the peace and serenity of this garden. The garden is quite small but still a welcome respite away from the hustle and bustle of the city. I love the total layout, the waterfall, the stream, the pond, the breezy air, the green grass, tree and plant choices, the lovely decor, and just about anything in this garden. I can spend the entire day in this garden reading a book and/or taking a nap but I have to respect the fact that I'm actually an outsider just trying to enjoy this lovely garden. read more

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Quiet place to find peace in busy downtown. It's on above ground floor (like 3rd? but the floor was in alphabet, which I cannot remember what it was). You can use guest elevator and access that floor without a hotel key read more

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A hidden gem and a much welcomed oasis particularly on this scorching hot Oct day. The garden is located inside the DoubleTree by Hilton. Although this lovely Kyoto garden is for guests only, just walk into the main entrance of the hotel and proceed to walk behind the front desk. You'll see a set of elevators just across from the large Starbucks sign. Hit "G" for ground floor. You'll see a glass door with a sign that reads "Little Tokyo Garden Bar" go through the doors and voila: you've arrived. read more

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Technically this garden is for guests only. But you can access it from the Lobby of the Doubletree. I was ok. When I went in February 2022, nothing was in bloom & it was just blah. I went at sunset, so there was nice light. It's very small, so you can take it in in record time. And there are some nice views from there. read more

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This garden is inside of Double Tree by Hilton, so you need to go to the hotel, ask the doorman about the garden, and he should let you know if you can come visit and take pictures (if there're an event, and you're not the guess at the hotel, then you can't come in). The staff is very friendly and professional. The view is also amazing and it's hardly believe that there's such a peaceful garden in the middle of the city. read more

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Finally got to see this garden before it closed for a wedding event. It's a small garden, but has a nice landscape design. I like the greenery and waterfall and ponds. I also like how it is inside a hotel. Never would expect to find a Japanese garden in a hotel. read more

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I saw Alana's check in here... I was curious...saw her photos...read her review... and asked her to take me here...and she did!!! When we did our Tour of Little Tokyo of Los Angeles in December of 2016, this was one of the stops! We entered the Hilton Doubletree Hotel and went up the elevator. Press the button, marked "G" for Garden... and enter a quaint little hideaway! Steve S., Craig Y., Alana M., Jules Y., and I took our time looking at the beautiful plants and well-planned landscaping. We admired the waterways and the sound of the waterfall, then climbed up some stairs for a different view! The peacefulness is something you can't purchase. The experience with friends is so valuable. It's a deeper type of therapy and oneness with the universe... really! Mahalo nui loa! read more

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I spent a good half hour taking a little respite from the busy downtown traffic! This garden area is in the Hilton Doubletree Hotel. This garden area states it is solely for guests of the hotel. In the hotel, there is big staircase where you can see Japanese Art on the wall. If you are facing it, to the right you should see a set of elevators and you take it to level "G". Next to that button, it says Kyoto Gardens. It is equivalent to being on the 2nd or 3rd level, not the rooftop of the hotel! If you step out and face one set of doors, you will be in the Weller Court Shopping Center. If you face the other way, you will see the waterfalls and garden area. Go that way, of course! There are 2 tiers to the garden area. When you first walk into the garden, you are on the lower level. Immediately you see and hear the water falling! Waterfalls are so neat! You don't need water to fall very far to be effective. I enjoyed watching the waterfalls! There are places to sit on a patio and at a patio table & chairs set on the grass. There is also a little area where the water seems to invite you to walk around in, but I'm not sure that is permissible or not. There are steps leading to the upper level. Up there is where the water is calm and barely moving. There are various flowers and greenery which give you the sense you are not directly in the city. I love that they used rocks and wood as their means to walk across the water. There are a few Japanese sculptures around the grounds. There are also manicured trees shaped in the Japanese style. You could easily see everything in under 5 minutes, but to appreciate it, you should take more time! They did a wonderful job with the limited space they have alloted for this! I would certainly love to come back and see it at night! read more

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Tip: Do not bother going unless you are staying at the hotel. This garden is not open to the public and reserved for guests only. You can try sneaking up, but not sure if there is a need for an access card to take a look at their garden. The front desk said that it is not open to the public. read more

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Absolutely loved it here take the kids!! i went with my niece and it's such a beautiful once in a lifetime experience.

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This garden is located inside the Double Tree hotel in Little Tokyo Downtown LA once you enter the elevator you'll see which level to go to. It's a nice outdoor area where you can have private parties even can have a Wedding Ceremony there cause it's so nice and pictures with the backgrounds here would look very nice. It's not really a big area to see but it does have a good amount a space for parties. Only thing missing is Koi in the water that would make this place even better. read more

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gorgeous gardens with short walkway and stairways. peaceful, serene, calming. public access was restricted, only accessible through guest elevators () but a hidden gem for the location its in read more

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I was so amazed by the beauty of this garden. It was smaller than expected but you can't expect much from a FREE Garden located inside of a hotel. The only thing that really bothers me is that I lived next to this hotel for 1.5 years and I didn't even know this existed until 2 years after moving a few miles away. I'm definitely coming back here read more

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Okay the garden was SO cute. But the hotel staff... AWFUL. They were extremely rude to me and my partner. I was ready to leave but my then boyfriend insisted we still go to the garden. And he proposed to me that day in this garden. Hotel staff almost ruined the proposal. TRASH. read more

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Such a cute place but EXTREMELY small. The pictures make us look way bigger than it actually is but is was still cute. Definitely nice for pictures or a warm spring/summer lunch. read more

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A cute place to hang out for free in DTLA. It's such a tiny place of beauty that soothes the soul after walking around Little Tokyo desperately looking for ANYTHING Japanesey outside of that tiny block of stores. When my husband and I entered the garden we saw a hawk hanging out on the trees! So cool!!! Enter the lobby of the Double Tree Hotel, press G and you'll find it. Apparently weddings can be planned here and if I wanted a Japanese Garden Wedding, I would definitely consider this place as an option. We passed a couple workers on our way in and out and no one questioned us so as long as you channel your zen and don't look suspicious feel free to enjoy the garden! read more

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I came here once for a friend's debut and I wish I could have spent more time in the gardens. I was there for my friend and her event, not to sightsee but it still was and is a gorgeous place filled with good memories. I'd definitely recommend visiting. read more

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During Covid the Doubletree is not letting non-guests in to view the gardens. Bummer. Covid is ruining everything.

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It was such a waste of time to visit! There's just a random outdoor area in the hotel. Nothing to see, there's no view at all. The hotel is so old and crappy! Don't bother to come here! read more

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Love this place they have beautiful trees and flowers and it's always very calming and relaxing to come here

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More info about Kyoto Garden

120 S Los Angeles St
Los Angeles, CA 90012
Little Tokyo, Downtown
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(213) 629-1200
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https://www.hilton.com/en/hotels/laxdtdt-doubletree-los-angeles-downtown/

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Yes, Kyoto Garden allows dogs.

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24.6 mi

We got married here a few months ago, and it was absolutely perfect. This venue is perfect if you…read morewant to add your own personal touches as it can be as diy as you want with decor, or if you have the budget to get your own personal vendors they allow outside ones! I love that you can provide your own catering, we had our family business cater the food for our event and that was nice because no other venues we looked at allowed that. Our wedding coordinator Katie put in so much work for our wedding and we are so grateful for everything she did for us. She gets things done! My best tip for someone looking to book is to be very organized and clear with every item you want if you are planning to bring your own decor, they are great and will get it done! But being organized will make things easier. The venue closes at 10pm, but we were able to book an area 12 minutes away at one of the bars in Downtown Fullerton. We had a good turnout of guests there for the After Party! We got so much compliments on our beautiful wedding and ceremony, and many compliments on the venue. Thank you Griffith house for being the perfect venue for us !

The Griffith House was great venue to take photos and have our wedding ceremony, cocktail hour, and…read morereception dinner - all in one place. We started planning our July wedding in January 2022, and we wanted to have everything outside so that guests wouldn't worry about masking indoors during the time of Covid. The Griffith House has huge space for everything. The other great thing that others have already mentioned is that, other than table, chair, and bar rentals, you get to choose your own vendors and bring your own alcohol - provided you pay for their bartender and security, of course. You do have to work with (and pay) one of their in-house day-of coordinators from Hutchinson Weddings, but Amy, who we we worked with, was very helpful working through the rentals that we used from the venue, as well as coordinating our outside vendors on the day of the wedding. We really wanted to choose our own caterer and bakeries, to choose wines and beers that we liked, and to bring my own pro audio equipment for the ceremony and music. The Griffith House let us do all that.

Amy always putting the bride first when unexpected events happen!

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Dinner area is spacious and has beautiful old trees.

Sequoia Park

4.4

(43 reviews)

5.8 mi

Want to watch your kids play baseball? Want to walk around…read moreand get steps in? Any Pokémon Go players want a bunch of Pokestops or gyms? Want fresh air? Available restrooms? This is one good spot for all ages!

As I was searching up info on Crystal Caves for a similarly named national park, I happened upon…read morethis one. The day I paid a visit it had just rained a bit in the afternoon then cleared out for the rest of the evening. Up above this hillcrest on any given day I suspect would be ideal for watching the sunset or perhaps flying a kite. There was a consistent light breeze which felt refreshing, free from the congested traffic down below. Among the offerings include a baseball field, a modern jungle gym, basketball courts, and tennis courts. Specifically, tennis takes priority over pickleball. Further up the hill there's a small Japanese garden with a gazebo which while a bit worn out has a lot of charm. Street parking was plentiful and it never got really crowded. One thing I noticed was that my mobile network became somewhat spotty, but 'tis a minor inconvenience. If I'm free, I'd love to visit more often.

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Vibiana

4.3

(145 reviews)

0.1 mi

We had such a beautiful and romantic evening at the Candlelight 90s Hip-Hop event at Vibiana. The…read morecandlelit setting, stunning atmosphere, and nostalgic music made it the perfect way to celebrate my wife's birthday. Hearing some of our favorite 90s hip-hop songs in such a beautiful venue made the night truly special and memorable.

Vibiana once was the formal Catholic Cathedral for the Archdiocese of Los Angeles. It was damaged…read morein the 1994 Northridge earthquake. As a result, a lengthy battle ensued between the archdiocese, who wanted to demolish it, and preservationists, who wanted to designate it as a historical landmark. The preservationists won and it's now an event space with an adjacent restaurant called Redbird - both are owed by Redbird Chef Neal Fraser & Amy Knoll Fraser. Naturally, it's popular for weddings but has also been used for events & parties. I've attended many fashion shows here during LA Fashion Week. The venue is charming and the courtyard is a lovely spot for receptions. I recently came here for a cocktail seminar - TOTC. Some aspects of the church remain, including the beautiful hardwood floors, altar, confessionals, & choir area. Tastings were held in the cathedral and classes in the adjacent building, which was once the rectory. The staff here were all friendly and accommodating. It is a lovely & functional venue for events. *Metered street parking or lot across the street $12.

Wedding at Vibiana Eileen Liu Photography

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Wedding at Vibiana Eileen Liu Photography

Velaslavasay Panorama

4.2

(51 reviews)

2.6 mi

A magical, special place with wonderful people and amazing events/screenings…read more The panorama exhibit is one of my favorite places to visit in LA. If you can, be sure to see The Man in the Tuskhut exhibit? Event? Encounter? Not sure what to call it but I loved it. And after your movie screening, Man in Tuskhut encounter, panorama viewing, etc., be sure to check out the lovely gardens and saloon out back!

Loved the little hour I spent at Velaslavasay Panorama! Perfect little quiet spot to think and…read morechill for a bit. Arrived before our 3pm reservation and were the only ones here. I loved the solitude and being able to experience this place. Of course my favorite was the giant panorama, the shenging panorama. So beautiful and intricate. I loved watching how the lights interacted with the paintings and really brought it to life. The garden was lovely as well. Spending a few moments out there was wonderful. Cute little trip to this Panorama! I've never explored one before and it was great going doing so.

Velaslavasay interior theater

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L A Plants

4.8

(91 reviews)

5.6 mi

Certified professionals

10 years in business

I really working with Brian and his team. They were very professional, arrived on time, and the job…read morewas beyond my expectations. They put together a 3D design and executed in a way that exceeded my expectations I have already recommended them to all my friends and Family, as they really went up above and beyond Thank you so much LA Plants and Bryan

Brian at LA Plants transformed our backyard completely. What used to be a space we avoided is now…read moresomewhere we actually want to spend time. He was thoughtful and strategic about where everything went, choosing and placing foliage in a way that turned an awkward, undesirable yard into something genuinely enjoyable. On top of the great work, he communicated clearly throughout and was just easy to work with from start to finish. Highly recommend if you want a backyard makeover done right. Great value too.

Beverly Hills CA (Front Yard)

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Hermosa Beach (Back Yard)

Gonzalo and Sons

4.1

(48 reviews)

9.3 mi

Was fine at first, the he decided to ask for payment with out showing up. Business ended right…read morethere.

Gonzalo Ruiz was my gardener for several years. Quality of work has gone down over the past year…read more I've repeatedly complained. He only shows up when it's time for payment.

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The finished job!

Alamo Drafthouse Cinema

Like so many people I could not wait to see the latest Spider Man flick- Brand New Day. And I loved…read moreit. Like this movie was so great, it has redefined what I can expect from a Marvel movie, and movies in general. But this review is not about the latest Spider Man flick, it is about Alamo Drafhouse Cinema. And I firmly believe that one of the reasons why I loved Brand New Day so much is because I saw it in Alamo Drafthouse. The movie going experienced was enhanced, dare I say even honored, by this place. And, I might be wrong, but saying that a place made a movie better, is the loudest clap a moviegoer can give to a place that plays movies for goers. I am not sure how I first heard of Alamo Drafthouse, but I selected it as the venue that will host my movie going experience because I fe;t Spider Man deserved the stage. When I got there I was surprised by one sheer fact: I have walked by this place many a time, and I never knew that it was there. Which made me realize in a much broader way that what they say about LA is true--- one will never be bored here because there is always something new to do, and if you cannot find something new, than you might not be looking hard enough. The entrance to the place that holds Alamo also had a reminder that we might all need to hear: "say whatever it is, before it is too late." I entered and the place gave me Bing Bang Theory basement vibes if Howard or Sheldon had the funds to create a luxury movie theathre in their basements. The place was replete with a lot of different posters, and toys, and other memorabilia. If one is a flick nerd, then this place will be their slice of heaven with reclining sheets. I clipped just a few pictures of the different do-thats that this place. For instance, they had a wall full of Spider Man posters. As I walked past them and into my designated theatre I felt more excited to see the motion. Also, they had this area with tables and beers on tap with the Spider Man from the 90's playing. Which makes me believe that Spider Man 97 is coming along the pike cause this cartoon is not quitting. But I thought it was such a great touch to play this cartoon because it is responsible for having so many people fall in love with the wall crawler. It was appropriate nostalgia that frame the movie. So if I have not made it clear, being in this place is a small museum that reminds us why we love movies, beyond them offering escapism when times get tough. The movie rooms were small, quaint, and comfortable. I think most people would agree that a recliner while watching a movie may not be needed, but just like fudge on ice cream, it makes the treat better in a rich kind of way. Additionally, this place offers food delivered to your chair by a server. The besides me had a whole happy hour situation going on. He ordered three margaritas, a hamburger, fries and enjoyed his time. It was all about being good and happy at the movies. This place facilitated that. I was not hungry. But I was inspired by my neighbor to order a treat---- sea salt and vinegar popcorn laced with gold fish, and it was a nice little treat. First, I never had that combination before. It was great! The goldfish cheese taste was deepened. Not in every bite but the ones that were in the bottom of the sea(bowl). The second thing that they did, that another Yelper. comment on was, they "have a no-phone policy." Meaning that when the movie started to play they encouraged us not to use our phone or we might be asked to leave. We were told we can report people on our phone using their phone. And they addressed the irony of it--- and resolved it by saying just don't be a jerk. It as like putting a pretty ribbon bow in a package that was once difficult to wrap. The movie had previews but before that they had a comedian re-cap the journey to this movie and it was funny. The comedian wondered if DR. Strange was also the type of guy that buys liquor for a minor since he did a universe altering spell for one. Then before the movie they showed a video with Holland stating that this Spider Man Movie was created for "you." And to a much lower degree, for sure, this Yelp was written for you too.

every since changing over to the QR ordering system, everything else seems to bee in decline,…read moreincluding the menu. the wings have been removed and replaced with "boneless wings" (bite sized chicken tenders) the pretzel has been swapped for a pretzle stick instead of a whole ass pretzle and now the once delightful, thin-crust pizzas seem to have really doughy, chewy new crust these cost cutting measures have me wondering if there is anything good even left on the menu tenders have been dry mozz sticks seem different maybe they are changing over suppliers but food has gone done hill as has the service with the mandatory phone only ordering system...