(Attended 07/20/19 SA @ 4:45pm and many times before): I ate... I saw... I heard!…read more Eat See Hear descended upon L.A. State Historic Park in Chinatown for a screening of "Romy And Michele's High School Reunion" https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=J_opIRYcD5NywArq6Yy5wg&userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw. Dubbed "LA's premier outdoor movie, food truck, and live music event series", this annual summer-long traveling entertainment circus (since 2012) made its way across various iconic venues throughout Los Angeles with its unmistakeable 3 1/2-story tall inflatable high-definition screen deemed the "biggest of its kind on the West Coast". A self-contained event, you were allowed to bring your own chairs, food, etc.. Pet-friendly with water bowls and treats throughout the venue, they tied themselves to the non-profit organization Best Friends Animal Society Los Angeles and No Kill Los Angeles (NKLA) to help with pet adoption. Would this nostalgic return and revamped idea of the drive-in movie pull at my sentimental strings to return for more!? PURCHASE General Admission Ticket/Seat ($14.00 + fees) - Purchased online (priced higher at the door the day of the event), this was open seating, so first come-first served. Armed with a low chair (ABSOLUTELY NO TALL CHAIRS), blanket, cushion, and pillow to sit on just in case, I claimed an unobstructed spot center screen at the very top of the seating area. Tickets also gained access to food trucks and live pre-movie music performance. Below were other ticketing options (things brought were the same): 1. Fashionably Late Tickets ($21.00 + fees - online purchase only) offered a limited quantity of guaranteed open seating tickets in a reserved area at the front of the house that allowed you to arrive at any time (hopefully before the movie started!). 2. Kids 12 & Under Tickets (approx. $8.00 + fees) offered the same as "General Admission". 3. Groups of 10 or more had group rates available. Live Music - A four-piece female-led L.A.-based band named "Lucy & La Mer" played melodic pop music that reminded me of The Asteroids Galaxy Tour and 10,000 Maniacs both I'm fans of. Their breezy chill music was perfect for a relaxing hot Saturday evening https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=agiSXIbbbsEISNq6gguTiA&userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw. Food Trucks - Chanco's Tacos, Baby Badass Burgers, L.A. Donut, Pinch Of Flavor (see separate review), and more. All accepted credit cards https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=TIXwuenAbchDX1DAMGCw3A&userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw. Vendors - Tillamook Ice Cream, Radio.com, and title sponsor Showtime (who gave away chairs!) were supporting partners who had giveaways https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=aLwm8nibpidofk48V5tf3Q&userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw. SERVICE The online purchase was a breeze. There was excellent pedestrian and street directional signage to the main entrance. Marked signs once inside led you where to set up camp, restroom area, etc.. Both audio and visual systems were surprisingly clean and clear. There were the customary long food truck lines akin to L.A. traffic without the bad drivers. There were no onsite ATM machines. Generally-speaking, everything was fine and ran smoothly. PARKING (Varied; FREE this instance) Plenty of parking on the woodchips along the sidewalk. Otherwise, there was an abundance of timed parking along the main drag of Spring St. and all surrounding streets (FREE after 6pm) and $10 onsite parking. The Chinatown Gold Line Station and a bustop were about a 7-minute walk. Another option was to hire a driving service like a taxi, Lyft, or Uber. ATMOSPHERE, DÉCOR, AMBIENCE A large open-air grass field https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=P9gObCbeS5F9zUF89oj3Fw&userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw, it was everyone for themselves as the gates opened and throngs of guests flooded in! Designated smoking areas were in the parking lot. Upon entering, you passed the sponsors area and porta-potties, then the lawn, and finally the food trucks all the way across. The music stage was at the foot of the screen, but wished they had a camera that projected the performance onto the screen. Exposed to the elements, you heard random sounds from conversations, dogs barking, and vehicle traffic, etc.. The aforementioned gigantic movie screen was your TV while DJ Howly and the live band provided the music. ATTIRE Totally casual, so I would normally be in a t-shirt, boardshorts, and flip-flops. OVERALL Eat See Hear at Chinatown's L.A. State Historic Park was my second favorite location because it was close to home, easy Metro train access, beautiful surroundings, and a ton of free parking. This concept was popular enough for others to imitate. The onsite staff were very charming and helpful. I found complete value based on the prices, service, and experience noted above (TOTAL paid experience was around $16.00; no tip required). And, they accepted my credit card of choice...AMEX! 5.0 STARS

It was okay. Chicken tender sandwich wasn't that good. Chicken tenders kept falling out and chicken…read morewasn't seasoned much and it tasted sorta bland even with sauce and other toppings. Also super pricey but wtv I'm feeling bitchy

This is still my favorite movie theater, and I'm keeping my rating at five stars for now, but I'm…read moreconcerned about some of the recent changes. One of the things that made this theater special was the full-service experience. The 80s movie-themed atmosphere, extensive food and drink menu, and attentive servers made it feel like much more than a typical theater. Recently, they've switched to online ordering, and it has really changed the experience. Instead of quickly looking through a menu and placing an order with a server, you can end up spending much of the 30-minute pre-show period staring at your phone. That defeats part of the reason I come here in the first place. I've also noticed that the menu has been scaled back significantly. Some of my favorite items, including the breakfast sandwiches and other offerings, have disappeared. I used to recommend this theater not only because of its movie-loving atmosphere but also because of the quality and variety of the food. I don't come here for standard movie-theater snacks. I come for the great food, good beer and cocktails, nostalgic atmosphere, and overall experience. If the new ownership continues cutting back on what made this place unique, they risk losing loyal regulars. At that point, I might as well go to AMC if I'm just looking for typical movie-theater food. I hope management listens to customer feedback and preserves the qualities that made this theater stand out.

Had a great time went last weekend for Scary Movie and this Sat for RuPaul's STOP THAT TRAIN! A…read morevery witty, delightful, cute,/camp, funny comedy. It's lightheaded while touching on some funny jokes about today's world. Staff is always swift and nice and I love the renovation with the seats and angled table tops. Really like that you can order and check in for food online too saves you time! Love the special Hot Cheetos + Cheesy Popcorn. Super savory and salty lol

Came back here after a couple of years and here's the Pros & Cons…read more.. Pros: They have recliner seats for all of the auditoriums except the 4DX ones (although they don't fully recline like other Regal locations). Staffs are nice & they do come & check every auditorium 1-2 times during screenings to make sure everything is OK. Cons: Location isn't great and there are armed securities in the lobby for safety. Not the best clean theater I've visited specially the restrooms are not very clean. Busy location and the theater gets packed a lot in the evening times with some very loud people coming in and killing the vibe.

Beautiful inside Glad they kept the beautiful architecture…read moreinstead of just mowing it down. They went the extra effort to preserve the beauty while working to make it functionally modern Great job The place makes a great impression for a show Seats are comfortable The ambience really elevates the vibe

this theatre is absolutely lovely. I love that the city has taken all these old picture houses &…read moreconverted them to live entertainment venues while keeping as much of the ornate interiors intact. My only real complaint is just that, like similar theaters in LA, there is little to no leg room between the rows so if you are tall (I'm 6 ft), you might want to try & snag an aisle seat so you have more room to stretch out. If not, you are going to be very uncomfortable. Up in the balcony, while the seats are on different levels, you can easily have your view blocked by a taller person in front of you so also keep that in mind. But beyond that, this is another one of those unassuming venues that everyone should visit at least once. It's beautiful and I love being able to walk around before a show just thinking about all the history that has happened throughout the walls.

I must agree that the Million Dollar Theater was the perfect venue to watch the 35mm original…read moreversion of Indiana Jones Trilogy. Watching a classic movie inside what could be an over 100-year historical movie theater was a complete joy and a LA thing to do. A 45 minute break was just the right amount to time needed according to the @secretmovieclub. So, here are all my good eats from The Grand Central Market next door in between three Indiana Jones movies. The Slut and the Bacon Egg & Cheese Sandwich at Egg Slut. I can never resist good breakfast served all day. Double scoop of ice cream on a waffle cone at McConnell's Fine Ice Creams. The line moved quickly and even more quickly when I order my go to Eureka Lemon & Marionberries. Mixed Carnitas tacos and the Chicharone tacos at Villa Moreliana. Hands down one of the very best Carnitas Taco purveyors in LA. I ordered way too many tacos not knowing that three is all you need. The Taquero making the tacos was generous.

Providing a fine resource to the Los Angeles cinema community. Seeing films on film in historic…read moretheatres and with passionate personal introductions by people who love film. Have attended four screenings through Secret Movie Club and glad to have done so.

What a great experience! We had a small issue with our table at first, but the staff handled it…read morequickly and professionally. Right when you walk in, they hand you a glass of champagne and some popcorn, which is such a charming touch. Once seated, our server was absolutely amazing. I wasn't expecting much from the food, but wow every single dish blew me away. The drinks were creative and fun, and they happily accommodated dietary preferences, whether you don't drink alcohol or don't eat fish. I also loved how each plate tied into a scene from the movie. It made the whole experience feel special and thoughtful. We had such a wonderful date night. Definitely coming back!

I'm extremely disappointed with the lack of communication from Fork n' Film…read more I previously attended Fork n' Film and genuinely enjoyed the experience, which is why my friend and I were excited to attend again. Unfortunately, I have now spent days trying to get assistance with a booking/rescheduling issue and have received absolutely no response. I have sent multiple emails, submitted the contact form through the website, and reached out through Instagram. I also tried emailing the Los Angeles email address provided, but my messages bounced back. Despite repeatedly trying to contact the company through multiple channels, no one has acknowledged my messages or offered any assistance. I was specifically trying to get help with the Coco showing, but the website would not allow me to add general admission tickets when I initially tried to reschedule. The showing is now sold out, and my original question and booking concerns still have not been addressed. It is incredibly frustrating and concerning to have already spent money with a business and be unable to reach anyone for basic customer support. I did not want to leave a negative review, especially because I enjoyed my previous experience, but I genuinely do not know what else to do to get a response. I am still hoping someone from Fork n' Film will contact me and help resolve this situation.

Myyyyy fav vendor to go to for events. Their entire team is super supportive, responsive and…read moreprofessional. I helped my gf plan her event and Igor & Yegor helped me every step of the way. There were so many details that I didn't fully understand and they literally walked me through what I needed to design and fill the space from Audio to visual. Their rates were unbelievable as I had shopped around to compare just to make sure we were getting the best price and they not only were the best they also threw a few things in to add flare and vibrancy to the event that was completely unexpected. If you're looking for a team that will completely have your back and make you also look bad ass to your guests, def use them! I still have people reaching out to me taking about my friends party. Thank you!!! I will def call you guys again for your services very soon!

Very bad ! Do not use their service , they plan to close this business ! Why, they defaulted…read morepayments to vendors ! We the vendor are victim of their unethical business behaviors, Yego declared non payment to us , saying if we want the payment, "go to the court or whatever" . Be cautious ! Your trust on them simply give them a chance to take advantage of you !

This is an art deco theater - similar to the Pantages but maybe even older. It is beautiful…read moreinside. We went to see Joe Jackson concert there and the sound system is crisp and clear. I can hear the timber of his voice and the sound of the instruments were crystal clear. The concert itself was fantastic. His sound has jazz, Latin, sometimes Middle Eastern flavor and definitely blues. Between the beautiful venue, the sound system and the performance, it was certifiably a happy experience. Oh, we had to ride the vintage elevator to the ground floor where the restrooms and the bar are. The elevator man was pleasant and informative. The restrooms were clean.

This place is a true gem in the heart of downtown LA. We went to see Lily Allen's incredible…read moreperformance of "West End Girl" and the vibes and setting were IMMACULATE. Pictures def don't do it justice so just do a favor and go. The theater has been lovingly restored and cared for. The intricate molding and art on the walls and the ceiling are truly some of the prettiest I've ever seen. A large concession and bar area. Gorgeous lighting and typical theater seating (plan on getting your feet stepped on because aisle space for your feet and legs is non existent but this is consistent with every theater I've ever been to). We were in orchestra seating and the views were incredible. Seats were comfortable and while I can't personally attest it appeared there'd be no truly bad seat in the place when it came to viewing the stage. If you have a chance to attend a show here, it's well worth the experience.