Visited this theatre on a Saturday evening. Ran into a couple setbacks and inconveniences while…read morethere. Note, there is no wifi available and very weak cell phone service at the venue. At entry, a problematic guest in front of me apparently purchased the wrong tickets online. The worker/owner seemed to have no clue how to resolve the issue, and instead of letting the competent people inside, they decided to clog the line, arguing back and forth with the guest. The place is small, so once they scanned tickets, visitors were piled into the cozy sized lobby waiting till they opened the auditorum 15 minutes before the listed showtime. The classic concessions stand offered a fairly standard variety of menu items including hot dogs, nachos, popcorn, candy, ice cream bars, soda, as well as a range of hot tea options. There are two auditoriums, both located upstairs. The curved backs of the folding seats made them comfortable enough for a (less than) 2-hour event, with cupholders on the arm rests. "Right in the Eye" was such an incredible production, unique and entertaining. The delightful works of french filmmaker and magician, George Méliès, shown on the screen alongside an amazing live musical performance, made for a truly enjoyable experience. An awesome collection of quirky silent films and clips from more than a century ago, scenes filled with amusing special effects and a touch of humor. The lighting, sound, and diversity of instruments used (including the theremin, triangle, music box, and waterphone) were mesmerizing and executed beautifully. The setting at the Marina Theatre was just right for a lighthearted feel-good time.

Going to the cinema is a treat! To see films on a large screen with surround sound really makes the…read moreviewing experience immersive. The Marina Theatre is a family-owned small neighborhood theater that we can bring our kids, friends and family to to see a film together. Hot popcorn smell! Well tiered rows so I'm not craning my neck around someone's head to see the picture. Watching the San Francisco International Film Festival films in Theater 1 was fun. The smaller theater (#2) is more intimate but no less enjoyable. When was the last time you went to see a film and (maybe) eat out at the great restaurants on Chestnut and neighboring streets before or after a screening? Do it!

This is not an upscale, renovated theater but it has a charm to it that I enjoyed. Movie tickets…read moreare $18 flat at the window (no fees if you go in person) and you do not pick your seat. It is first come, first served. The staff were nice and the concession prices were reasonable. I think there were 3 rooms screening movies total in the building, but two movies playing at the time we went.

Fun to visit again ..watched football game ..got ice cream and a collectors t shirt ...presidio…read moretheater

The theater #1 is so big. There's a balcony section. I've never been up there. This is big-Toy…read moreStory 5! Conan's voice is the poop machine. I didnt know till the credits. Everyone becomes a kid again. Ok, only those before Gen Z. I recognize all the familiar toys because in the olden days, there was Toys R US and you just go through the store, like a museum, admiring things you can't buy but want to buy. There's a fabulous collection of horses. Divert, the theater has slighted seats. Love sitting on the side with nobody in front blocking. Chairs are still comfortable. Cup holder. The sound system is not deafening. The newer theaters blast you with sound. You go away deaf. Wine and beer sold. Drinks galore. Women's restroom -There's always a line but kept clean. Close to japantown so when you finish there's so many places to eat.

Amazing theater, KIND employees, GOOD cinema, beautiful architecture. I just love everything they…read moredo and think we need to always prioritize the movies. I AM an A-Lister, as well!

This is one of the oldest theatres left in San F rancisco . It's really beautiful inside it is a…read moresingle screen and we are truly lucky to have it . They do a few festivals the Strickly British for one .Themed movies for different months of the year many art films and foreign. They sell the usual popcorn with quite a lot of fixings if you are into that. It's a very sweet little gem.

This spot is so retro, we loved it. No reserved seating, but they had plenty of room. We really…read moreenjoyed the concessions - local soda. We happened to come across this place coz I was searching for the new knives out movie. Highly recommend!

Great spot located inside the old AMC theater. Comfy seating and great sound system. Friendly…read morestaff. Place has a great Tuesday offer of under $6 movies. Great for families and very centrally located.

Apple Cinemas feels like a hidden gem that is well-maintained and has a total of 7 floors. Once you…read morewalk in, there are self-serve kiosks where you can either purchase or scan your tickets for the staff to review. The concession stand is located on the 2nd floor, which has a variety of classic candies, snacks and more. Just a heads up that the staff is strict with restricting outside food, so they will hold onto anything you do bring from outside so that you can pick it up as you're leaving. The popcorn and drinks are self-serve, which is located to the left area of the concession stand once you pick up your bucket and drink cups. It's very easy to fill up your popcorn and drinks - for popcorn, there is also the butter valve option here. The escalators will take you up to your theater - my friends and I watched Project Hail Mary and were seated higher up towards to back row section. The chairs are very comfy and I felt relaxed while watching the movie (which is about 2.5 hours long!). The bathrooms are located on the 2nd floor and are well-maintained and clean. I enjoyed my experience here and highly recommend checking it out.

Cute indie theatre. Went for a family movie on Saturday mornings at 10am. They were already playing…read morea short related to the film when we got there at 9:55am. Neighborhood parking might be a little rough if it is a popular showing. Definitely worth going.

Years ago, I went to this theater to watch "Mifune: The Last Samurai"…read more ( Mifune Toshiro's documentary). Today I went back to watch "3 Women". I really liked the movie :) Great pick! Inside was remodeled looked beautiful. They got a little cute record store inside now:) bathroom was clean, too:) I'll definitely go back:)

I love Roxie theater! I watched "The Blue Trail" ( Brazilian) today, "Exit 8" ( Japanese) last…read moreweek, "The Poet" (Colombian ), and so many interesting foreign films there! A lot of restaurants around the theater, too:) Highly recommend Roxie!!

just wanted to add a picture This place is fabulous as always I have nothing new to say I just…read morewanted to add a simple picture so I have to speak for 85 words so where it goes

4 screens of film lovers' films with old comfy recliners in small screening rooms…read more I saw Hamnet, dozed off in act one and cried through act three.

Thank God we still have a movie theater in SF that shows something other than Hollywood garbage. I…read morelove the foreign and indie films. Opera Plaza had a renovation a while back and it's all fixed up and very nice. Seats are comfy. You can haves glass of wine with your popcorn! On public transit too. I can usually park nearby and the meters give you four hours. There is also an underground garage.

New People Cinema holds film festival screenings at this time of the year…read more I caught a screening of Empty by Design, an indie film written & directed by an Asian female; part of Caamfest 2019. It was a really good film which I enjoyed seeing while seated on a plush red seat in the compact theater located in the lower level of the New People building in Japantown. The sound was excellent. Almost every seat has a good perspective of the screen. There was limited concession offerings such as beverages and sweets from the afternoon tea shop in the building's lobby. After the screening, I got a chance to hear a Q&A with the three main stars of the film and see them up close in the reception space just outside the screening room. One of the actors was Chris Pang, an actor that was in Crazy Rich Asian! A very fun experience!

This place was a treat to be in for the CaamFest. Great venue to watch some entertainment. This…read morelocated in the heart of Japantown.

I had Breakfast, Lunch and Supper here, and I saw only 1 movie. After my movie, (some DiCaprio…read morejoint) I was allowed to stay in the lobby and play Attica for 20 minutes before I was asked VERY FIRMLY but VERY POLITELY to leave the f*cking place. But indeed I returned but 1 hour later- not for more movies, no. I've had my fill of those for a while. No, sir. The siren's song which called my name was the salted Popcorn special, A Heated Hotdog, and a cold drink of water. I was welcomed back by the staff and they even let me eat my bounty in the lobby. I played another round of Attica to boot and then I engaged a short and confident staff member with devilish good looks and freckles in riveting conversation. I told him about a dream I had. In it, I ate my hand, then my arm, and my shoulder and chest. Before long, all I saw was blackness. I dreamed in pure blackness for hours, unable to wake. He only allowed me to stay and speak to him for a short spell though before asking me RESOLUTELY and PROFESSIONALLY to leave again. Talk about a tight run ship! That guy is manager material. But at 7 pm I once again heard the siren's song and drove the 1 hour back to the Balboa. My new friend was gone, Christian I think his name was. Now instead there was a younger man with fetching glasses. He too let me dine only and not have to sit through a movie to earn my prize! This time I ate 1 Salted popcorn Special and 4 Heated Hotdogs. (The young fellow said, "hey you can probably get all this stuff for cheaper at the store." Psh! This Weiner ain't no Oscar Meyer standard faire camping dog. This thing is good good good! No mustard, No Ketchup, No Water to dunk it, just good Beef Dog.) I couldn't finish my last Dog. I offered it to the handsome kid, but he said no too. So I went into the auditorium to offer it to another Theater Patron. I only asked 1 RUDE man if he'd like the Dog. Who gets mad when they're offered free dinner?? The young bespectacled man lead me out of the room. Boy was right behind me, fast and agile. Kid could be a burglar. He asked me ALSO VERY KINDLY to please go now. Attica? No. Quick Game? No again. Wasn't allowed. I found a dog on the street outside and she sure was happy to take the leftover Hotdog that I coudlnt finish. Isn't that Ironic?

This was a nice setting for "Another Hole in the Head" this past weekend, an annual film fest…read moretaking place at this vintage theater on multiple days during the month of December for the 2025 event. The exterior doesn't look like much, but the interior is full of character and old school charm, quirky decor and movie posters throughout, and a diverse range of showings happening here from indie films to cult classics. The auditorium seating is pretty basic, standard cinema folding seats with cupholders. Sound and picture quality was fine, nothing noteworthy but no problems during the set of short films we watched. The concessions stand sells popcorn, nachos, soft pretzels, hot dogs, ice cream, candy, and beverages. And merchandise was also sold in the lobby this past Sunday. Staff interaction was minimal, as it's a small theater in which we prepurchased tickets and had plenty of seats to choose from in the auditorium when we arrived. The venue was fitting for the event we attended.