We came here for the Community event day. People could have free movies and 30mins arcade games…read more The closest Cineplex was Richmond Hill one. We arrived 10mins before open, and people lined up outside of the cineplex. It was cold, but the weather was so nice. The door open was exactly at 9am. Different lines for different movies , some staff were distributing customers. They have enough arcade game cards for kids to play. But the games were limited. All kids were lining up there and stuck. We had to lineup almost 20mins for a game. So the card almost could play 1 game only. This was once a year event, and this was the first time we attended it. Expect next year now.

Nice movie theatre. Super clean. Easy to get to. The DBOX seats are a lot of fun. Lots of…read moreoptions at the concession stand.

While the reclining chairs at Imagine Cinemas Market Square are very comfortable and their $5…read moreTuesday pricing is a great deal, our recent experience was highly disappointing. We had planned to watch Fantastic Four during the last show and booked two special-needs seats online. Parking downtown already costs more than the tickets for two, but we were looking forward to a relaxing evening. About twenty minutes into the film, a staff member approached us to explain that one of the "seats" we had booked was not actually a chair at all, but the space reserved for a wheelchair. This crucial detail was never made clear on the booking site. Unlike other accessible venues--such as the TTC or most theatres--that allow guests to choose between using their own wheelchair or a provided seat, this cinema offered no alternative except an awkward mid-show refund. The situation was uncomfortable and completely ruined our night out. Although the management responded publicly on Google in a caring and professional tone, two follow-up emails since then have gone unanswered. I hope Imagine Cinemas takes accessibility concerns seriously and improves both its booking transparency and customer follow-up.

What a fantastic experience! I went to watch Moana 2 and enjoyed some nachos during the show. The…read moretheatre has a charming retro vibe that adds so much character. it feels like stepping back in time in the best way. The seats in the auditorium were super comfortable, making it easy to relax and enjoy the movie. Great location, great atmosphere, and a perfect spot for a cozy night out. Highly recommend!

Stopped by the Cineplex VIP at Yonge Dundas this past Tuesday to watch the MJ movie!…read more The Good Stuff The Seats: 10/10. The leather is super comfy and they've got those liftable middle armrests: perfect if you're with a partner and want that loveseat feel. Taco Tuesday: Great deal here. Tacos were only $5 each, which is a steal for VIP food. They actually tasted pretty fresh and crispy. The "Meh" The Margarita: They had them advertised for $10, but when the menu actually came, the cheapest one was $12 and some were creeping up to $17. Not cool to bait-and-switch the prices.

It was a rainy day and we decided to go see a movie here. We took a few escalators to the top floor…read morewhere the movie theater was located. We got our tickets and went into the theater. Seats were spacious and comfy. The staff were all courteous. A good theater right in the city for easy access.

Cineplex Cinemas Empress Walk is a nice, very clean multiplex movie theatre in a great location if…read moreyou are in the North York area. It's across from Mel Lastman Square. A very convenient location to get to on public transit since it's on the TTC subway line and connected to the North York Centre subway station. It's beside shops, restaurants and dance classes. Staff here are friendly. Personally I think it's an underrated spot. The giant escalator ride up to the movie theatre is neat since it overlooks 3 other floors. There's a small arcade and seating area inside. It's family friendly. They have a good selection of Hollywood blockbusters and IMAX 3D movies, Korean movies, international and indie films. I came here with friends to watch a comedy movie after having dinner and drinks nearby. We had a great time.

I rarely go to Empress Walk cinemas but it was the only theatre left showing F1 movie in IMAX after…read morebeing out for awhile. It was a really great film experience but it wasn't an authentic IMAX theatre as I was told by staff. It's a regular theatre that was converted. But it was the awesome staff I wanted to thank! I ordered my ticket at the concessions stand and James was very friendly and helpful. He even explained in detail each of the 3 print outs of receipts and tickets he gave me! As a long time film goer at Cineplex this is very rare but I loved the extra service from James. Give this man a raise now! I also wanted to thank David the ticket taker because he took the time to take a photo of me in front of the cool Fantastic Four movie display.

Back again at the Carlton Imagine Cinemas! It's still $5 Tuesday movies (ignore the building poster…read moreadvertising $7, it's old) and concession is still discounted as well. We got cinema 7 this time, it's near the back, and one of the smaller theatres. Likely due to the nature of the movie being more drama, the audience was way less messy than last time. For smaller theatres like these, it feels like rows 6 - 10 are the ideal spots to be close enough without craning the neck. Will be back again soon!

This cinema took me back in time to the 80s when the movie theaters were smaller and less…read moregrandiose. It felt like a small family business with all the current movies playing. They have sell serve kiosks and the movie theaters are smaller but comfortable and do have reclining seats. The snack bar is small but has all the usual suspects snack wise. It's walking distance from many of the major hotels nearby and after a hot day of walking around we just wanted to sit and relax.

This theatre was fine. Nothing really special to recommend it but it does the job…read more It's pretty centrally located and close to the subway.

I decided to take advantage of the limited time $5 Tuesday movies and luckily the Varsity cineplex…read morewas screening the movie I wanted to see. The whole day I was looking forward to going to the movie, but more specifically, to get their classic poutine to eat while watching the movie. I got to the theatre and the ticket scanning was pretty quick and smooth (I ordered my ticket online), and considering there was a line of about 4 people in front of me. I headed toward the washroom and it was pretty clean, there was also a cleaning staff member at here at the time. I headed to the concession counter and there were long lines here. I couldn't see the poutine list on the menu screen on the overhead but it's a VIP theatre so they must have poutine available. After a few minutes of waiting in line, it was my turn to order. I asked if I could order a poutine. The lady at the counter said I have to go around to the vip bar/food section to the left of us. That was kind of annoying, after waiting in this line. So I went to the correct area and ordered. They said it would take about 10 minutes for my order to be ready. It was ready in about 8. That was good. The poutine came in a large flat white takeout box. Typically at the other cineplex's I've been to, the poutine came in a smaller more compact brown takeout box. The one I received today felt very obnoxious when I opened it in the theatre and was eating it while the movie was playing. The lid was just so big and it stuck out. As for how the poutine was, the fires were good with a fair amount of cheese curds. However, the gravy was really thick and there was way too much of it. Because it was a big flat box they only put in a layer of fries so to me it seemed they over did it on the gravy because there was so much space in the box. Mind you, the box wasn't full (it would probably amount to the aforementioned small brown box at other locations). Ultimately, the gravy ruined it because I was getting globs of thick gravy. And it was different to scrap of or avoid it because I was in the dark. To conclude, if you're looking forward to a poutine to eat while at the movies, go to the scotiabank location.

Helpful staff and great delection of movies. They also have soda machines with a variety of drinks.read more

(Attended 09/05/25 FR @ 5:30pm and many times afterwards): Bank on having a good time at their…read moretheatres named for one of Canada's largest banks! My first official screening at the 50th Toronto International Film Festival happened at Scotiabank Theatre. One of five venues used to showcase films during the festival, this multiplex housed the majority of all screenings among its 14 auditoriums with an approximate seating capacity range from 100-500. Formerly the Paramount Theatre Toronto, this complex opened in 1999 but was sold by the parent company Viacom to a group later to be named Cineplex Entertainment in 2005. The result was a rebranding of the name to Scotiabank Theatre Toronto under a sponsorship arrangement with Scotiabank. Would I scoot my way to the bank after the many films watched here!? PURCHASE(S) Regular Screening - "Maddie's Secret" ($29.00CAD): The world premiere of this film, I knew someone who worked on it, and it was shot in/around my Silver Lake hipsterhood, so I had to lend my support! Plus, the cast and some crew did a Q&A after the movie! https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw&start=96&select=E5_h4KBmE4iXvZB21XBmZQ Hop Valley Brewing Bubble Stash IPA Beer 6.2% ABV 16floz Can ($10.00CAD): Rich amber color, subtle citrusy hoppy aroma, low body, light citrusy hoppy flavor, clean smooth finish, and light citrusy hoppy aftertaste. https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw&start=96&select=75lowSabqygsOIdc9S58tw Large Popcorn + Layered Butter ($9.49CAD + $3.00CAD): Fluffy, fresh, and extra buttery, this was one of life's simple pleasures, and the collective aroma was just addicting! https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw&start=96&select=ndyp166J231l9eg5mXTaWg SERVICE All of this was based during the Toronto International Film Festival https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw&start=96&select=9O7V5cC5Hh9TDvmbk4AeAg and not solely on the general on-hand staff. The online ticket sales were a breeze once you found a film that wasn't sold out. The "Rush Line" sales were quick once tickets were released, and every human being I dealt with from festival staffers/volunteers to the concessions was nearly seamless - thank you! PARKING (Varied; N/A this instance): I was constantly in the area all day throughout the Toronto International Film Festival, so I simply walked. Otherwise, there were spots along the many main and surrounding streets, some nearby structures, numerous public transportation options, and rideshares - 'nuff said! ATMOSPHERE, DÉCOR, AMBIENCE Generally speaking, this was your standard multiplex theatre filled with cushy cup holding reclining seats, very good sound system, and auditorium seating so no one blocked your view. Out of the theatres, you had a large concession stand, a separate Melts and Starbucks stand, in addition to a decent-sized bar dining area. There was a very long escalator https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw&start=96&select=ncEHDOlawpLoISteQD6E6w that looked daunting. Plenty of natural lighting came through the large surrounding windows while electric ceiling lights filled in the rest. There weren't any TVs (except at the bar area) nor any background music, but there was plenty of chatter all around. https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw&start=96&select=Nr8c5z2Pj2Z0xJ0W6CE8Uw ATTIRE Totally casual, so I would normally be in a t-shirt, boardshorts, and flip-flops. OVERALL I thoroughly enjoyed my time spent at Scotiabank Theatre and would definitely visit them again! Everything ran smoothly enough, there weren't any real hassles, the concession prices were standard with a more broad list of things to eat while the ticket prices were elevated as was the norm for a film festival. The customer service was easy, friendly, and straightforward. I found very good value based on the prices, service, and experience noted above (TOTAL paid experience was around $51.50CAD BEFORE any discounts/tip). And, they accepted my credit card of choice... AMEX! 4.0 STARS

Back to good? We…read morealways enjoyed visiting Imagine Cinemas as an independent theatre. But this aging location at Promenade Mall has also disappointed us on 2 past visits with movie showings that paused midway. First time was caused by a fire alarm. Second time the show stopped twice once midway and once at the very end due to fuse resets. Yes, you do get the same comfy reclinable sofa seats, and a smaller comparative audience in the theatre. They do have reasonable prices at this time, including Tuesday night $5 tickets with $5 large popcorn specials, as well as $8 everyday matinee tickets and $8.99 bucket popcorn. We generally look forward to a show for the whole family but hope the facilities improve for our next movie night with a smooth showing if we come back here. Update: recent shows that we've caught here in the past year have gone without a hitch. Only minor complaint is the screen which without glare had a dark spot on the screen that didn't project quite as bright. Skip it or hit it? We'll be back assuming the problems that plagued here don't recur.

Imagine Cinemas here has the most comfortable recliner seats that allow you to recline all the way…read moreback and have your legs propped up. A big plus is that on Tuesdays you can get tickets for as little as $5 including tax. Luxury on a budget. While the theatre isn't as big, I feel it is certainly much more comfortable and a better experience than IMAX seats from a larger chain like Cineplex. The staff has been consistently friendly. Once I left my phone in the theatre during the last screening and the mall was locked, and I couldn't come in to get my phone. We gave them a call. The staff found the phone and even brought it out to me!