Row House is a great addition to Butler St., but I wouldn't quite recommend it to any cinephile. Boasting a fantastic beer selection, both in bottles and on tap; juice boxes, Mexican cokes, and other awesome snacks (including popcorn drizzled with Amish butter); weekly themes of movies, including classics and must-sees as well as cinephile favorites that you might not have had a chance to see; one must wonder, what would keep someone away? People were still stumbling in ten minutes into the movie, talking loudly in the packed theater while they tried to find a seat for their groups of four or five, and then meekly apologizing while they trampled over other seated guests who either got to the movie early, entered when the previews were playing, walked in when the pre-movie-where's-the-bathroom-short came on, or managed to get in right as the movie started. Most of the back of the theater continued to talk a half hour into the movie, with some people loudly narrating the action unfolding (and others offering their opinions a bit too prematurely). Cell phones opened constantly, but everyone settled down after a time and managed to enjoy the experience together. At the end of the movie, the audience was silent for a few seconds; a critically acclaimed masterpiece of cinema, the works of one of the greatest contemporary directors of the art, and Hark! What are the first words spoken? What say you, man from the back to the rest of the theater? "That's it?" I get it if you just came to goof around, or if you don't like a movie, or whatever--but if you're going to see a film, please show some respect. I really like everything about the Row House, I just really couldn't stand most of the people. And, what's the worth of seeing a movie in a theater without a solid audience to watch it with? I might come back for a movie I don't care about, or for some comedy or rom-com or something that doesn't require a bunch of yuppies to sit respectfully or feel the need to constantly share their vapid opinions. Or maybe I'll just stick to the cult classic nights at the Waterfront. Sorry. read more

I'll just go ahead and add my 5 stars to the heap of 5 star reviews that came before mine. Me and a friend had the great pleasure of visiting the Row House theater to see a viewing of Edward Scissorhand! Attendees who wore pajamas got a $1.00 off concessions. We opted not to purchase anything to eat or drink however we still wore our pajamas bottoms. Something that really impressed me about the Row House was the owner of the movie theater came out just before the film began to play to personally welcome everyone and gave just a little background on the Edward Scissorhand film. I always appreciate a personal touch. read more

As Mary Poppins would say, Row House Cinema is,"Practically perfect in every way." If you are looking for the best date night of your life, then I have you covered. Firstly, go to Atlas Bottle Works, attached to the movie theater, grab yourself and your significant other, a delicious craft beer, and have them rapid chill it at the cashier. Secondly, take your perfectly chilled beer 3 sidewalk cracks down to Smoke, and enjoy some delicious artisan tacos. Thirdly, retrace your tracks back to Atlas, go downstairs and belly up to their tucked away bar, and have one of their friendly pint slingers poor you a cold local beer, and don't worry, they never seem to tire of talking about the awesomeness of good beer. Fourthly, mosey on upstairs to the theater to enjoy one of your favorite classic movies. And since you're passing through Atlas, you might as well grab another cold one for the show. Lastly, now that the movie is over what is there to do? Not much. You're only in one of the best areas in Pittsburgh. If you can't find a good place to have a nightcap on Butler street, then I can't help you. Boom. Best date night or bro night ever. You're welcome. read more

I really wish the bar space was bigger and open later! If you like an awesome variety of imports and craft beers and even beers on tap this place is nothing short of kneeziest of Beez. I mean shit, they have live talent booked every weekend and a billion different beers to choose from. Unfortunately, they have a podcast every once in a while that is kind of a buzz-kill when you want to listen to some tunes; Perhaps that is just me being greedy. All the good stuff aside, there is way more good stuff. The smell of popcorn and nostalgia is what this place is about. Watch an old flick with a boo-boo biscuit or a buddy with beers and tears from all the joy of being able to enjoy a movie that doesn't cost $30 before you are slammed with corporate ladi da for 20 min before your movie. Go here, you won't regret it. read more

Great escape on the weekends. Always meeting interesting people here, and they're always playing really cool movies. Great place for anyone who loves and appreciates film and film culture. read more

OMG! Such a lovely little theatre! I've been hearing about Row House and have been dying to go for ages. I finally took the plunge when there was a Groupon deal available, which included admission for two, a large popcorn and two drinks for less than $20. Three months pass and I realize my Groupon expires next week. Of course. Looked up the showings and ended up catching Extraordinary Tales on Halloween night. Best movie popcorn I've ever eaten, hands down. That stuff was addictive. And the atmosphere was quite intimate. I love the idea of themed movie weeks, the Riff Trax nights, all of the fun. And all day matinee prices on Thursdays doesn't hurt! The only thing that gives me pause: Those tiny seats. I was OK, but my hubby felt a little squished the whole time. It might be a hard sell for him to come again, but I'll definitely be back. read more

I've been to Row House about a dozen times and somehow I am just now leaving a review.. I can't say enough good things and how much I love this theater. This place turns going to the movies into an experience and makes it even more fun and unique. Every week is a new theme wether it's horror, cult classics, animation, etc.. they always have a good balance of recent movies from the recent past and older classic movies. With only one screen, every viewing feels intimate and special. They even do one-off special events that are super fun and make going to the movies exciting. (Their drag related events where they bring in local queens is always a highlight). My favorite part about the theater is that it's connected to 'Bierport', a small shop selling and serving craft and specialty beers that you can bring into the movie with you! read more

This place is pretty sweet. Small, one theater, updated with awesome chairs. Very trendy. We saw The Exorcist on halloween. There was a little snack bar when you come in where I got popcorn, and there were salts and sweet seasonings for it. Also other snacks and sodas. The only thing that sucks is something (sounded like a fridge honestly) kept kicking on on the other side of one of the walls and was a little distracting. Also the left side of the theater faces the street and you could hear crap through the wall. The tickets cost as much as my theater back home on matinee but we didn't mind because it was super cool to see an older movie in theater. I know I sound like my mom, but it was SUPER loud in there. I thought it was way too loud for such a small theater and that also bothered me a lot, whereas in a regular theater I've never had much problem. I thin the best part is that it's attached to Atlas bottle works and you can bring your beer in to drink. We got there too late to do this but since we'll most likely come back, we will try to do that next time! read more

Love everything about this place! They have cool activities for various interests and age levels often. The seating is comfortable, and you can easily see from almost anywhere in the theater. Bierport being right beside the theater is a HUGE bonus. Beer during the movie - yes please! Also, for a vintage-y, hipster-type spot, the prices are really reasonable. Absolutely wonderful place to spend an evening or rainy Sunday afternoon. read more

Row House Cinema - Cinema Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

I love this place so much! I've gone to several events here and I've never been disappointed. Hocus Pocus with the cereal bar was a HUGE success and I had 3 bowls I think...maybe more. Just went and saw Napoleon Dynamite with a couple of friends (for maybe the 17th time in my personal time), and it was so fun! I also enjoyed a cider while watching the movie, and I couldn't have asked for a better time! Love it here and will probably be going to The Room showing next weekend! read more

This is my third time at the theater on Butler Street, but I always wish I could visit more often. They are always playing great old movies and the theater is impeccable. It's clean, designed well and just a pleasant place to watch a movie. I also love the variety of snacks and the fact that you can drink beer or cider during the movie. It really reminds me of small theaters London! read more

Row House Cinema - Cinema Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

First time I experienced Row House was while filling a growler at conjoined Atlas Bottle Works. Glad I came back to check the film "Blood Sweat and Beer" featuring Braddock's Brew Gentlemen. I stopped downstairs at the tap room to sample a few of Brew Gentlemen's beers and found a Brooklyn Brewery/Wild Purveyors mashup event. So I got to sample a few locally produced goodies and a Lot of Brew Gentlemen beer - landed on their chai wheat and I'm loving it while the previews play. Gotta jump, show's about to start and I'm expecting it'll be Great! Check this place out for one of the best selections in the Burgh and a really cool film. read more

Rowhouse is a great addition to Lawrenceville. They play older movies which makes for a great vibe. If you wear a good costume related to the movie you can even get a discount. Snacks are great, better quality than your run of the mill theater. Plus, you can bring in beers or cider from Atlas to the show. They'll even chill the bottle for you. Tl;dr great spot for a night out in the neighborhood. Grab a beer from Atlas or the concession stand and have a fantastic time! read more

What a lovely theater! I came here with my boyfriend to see The Good, The Bad and The Ugly. We didn't get any craft beers but the bar in the front looked great, and the theater itself was very clean, comfortable, and cozy. It was a weekday evening so it was easy to get good seats. We had a wonderful evening together. I'm definitely coming back for Kurosawa week later this month. If you're a film junkie and looking for a chill place to watch some classics, Row House is your place. Tip - Row House has a costume discount, so we dressed up as cowboys and got a discount on our admission! Super fun twist on the night! read more

The RHC entrance is a beautiful homage to old school movie theaters and a gem of the Lawrenceville store fronts. The hallway has beautifully framed, unique movie posters and a conveniently-located bathroom. Connected to RHC, is Atlas Bottle Works, where you can find hundreds of bottles of sparkling wine, cider, and beer, chilled at purchase. (They also have a tap room downstairs with dozens of seasonal/themed beers and lots of cool events.) RHC has a small variety of snacks and beverages as well, including their delicious popcorn. The interior of the theater is clean and no frills - and true in feeling to...you guessed it...the Pittsburgh row house. I will say that, unfortunately, as compared to the Manor or the Oaks, the seats are pretty uncomfortable. In addition to new films, the RHC plays themed runs of classic films. Overall, the intimate, relaxed feel, the availability of craft beers right next door, and the quirky and current selection of films make the Row House Cinema the perfect destination for date night - or any night! read more

My boyfriend has been raving about Row House Cinemas for months now, and since I really appreciate theaters that play cult films rather than current releases I couldn't wait to check it out. We finally made it here for a movie this weekend, and I must say it was a very nice experience! We were able to walk in and purchase tickets from the snack counter on the theater side (Lawrenceville residents get a discount) and then browse the beer selection in the neighboring Atlas Bottle Works while waiting for the movie to start. I enjoyed seeing the staff picks and custom six pack gift sets displayed everywhere. It definitely made me want to come back and make some fun and unique purchases! There is also a new lower level with more beer choices that apparently just opened, and I loved it. The extra space felt like it was needed since the crowd got a little larger as the showtime approached. The entire staff was friendly and on top of everything for the most part, but I will say it seemed like having one more person on hand would have been helpful. Things got a little chaotic in the rush between the movie that played before ours letting out and the staff trying to both serve a new crowd and clean the theater so we could sit down and clear out the lobby area. Overall it was a very minor hiccup in an otherwise stellar evening, and I'm sure the longer this place is open the better the system for handling crowds will be. Row House is a welcome addition to the Pittsburgh film scene and a wonderful alternative to The Manor in terms of smaller local cinemas. I'm already looking forward to their vampire series at the end of the month! read more

I'm not sure that I can say much more than has already been said about this unique little theater. In contrast to the bigger theaters that typically play new releases, this independent theater focuses on classic or cult films. It's so much fun to see old favorites on the big screen! They organize their weekly offerings around themes and often have fun events to go along with certain showings (e.g., recently they had a morning showing of Short Circuit with a cereal buffet). The theater itself is charming and old school, consisting of just a single screen. The capacity is quite small...maybe 100 or seats? So get your tickets early if you anticipate a crowd! Of course, the old school vibe of the theater means that it doesn't have the luxury seats that we've all grown accustomed to in theaters these days. The seats are perfectly adequate, but can feel a bit cramped if you're in a packed house. You won't see traditional previews and commercials before your movie here, but they DO create their own previews that advertise their upcoming events, which I think is awesomely creative. Their concession stand offers a variety of unique snacks, such as ice cream from beloved local favorite Millie's (whaaaat?!)...plus they have a few beers on tap! And as others have mentioned, you can also peruse the attached bottle shop and pick up a six pack to take inside with you. All things considered, this is a great place to go when you're looking for something a little different than the typical movie night out. Love, love, love it! read more

First off Thank you Rowhouse for picking up Dan Savage's Hump tour 2014... when Hollywood theater in Dormont bailed because ahhh T and A. Wait other films have plenty of T and A but you don't shut those down? Hump is an amateur nude film.... made up of 5 min short nude film contest winners from the West Coast. A different take on sexuality then the mainstream-- very refreshing and humorous if you're open to it. So one star for that alone. I cannot review the seats because I didn't get one.... this was not the cinemas fault. Other than being an incredibly small theater and they can't do much about that (its in an old pittsburgh storefront building yo). Its brand spanking new--- clean, offering films like this one or pulp fiction, or other cult classics. It is in lack of parking Lawrenceville so you should make note of that and plan ahead of time for that. Lastly Beer there is a beer shop next door and I think you can bring it in the theater if you buy it there or bring your own. Not a new concept but I haven't seen it yet in Pittsburgh--- way to catch up with the times Lawrenceville. Warning: If you pre-purchased a ticket for Hump tour 2014 and you are not at the door or in line or maybe if you are in line. At the start of your show time. They are reselling your ticket, yup that's right the one you paid 18$ for. Of course you can come back for another show they said.... I was told that this was "stated" on the website. I have since checked all websites affliated with my ticket and Hump2014 and can find no such mention to "be on time or else!" Unless they count the generic vendor agreement in the ticket terms of use which incredibly lame if they do. If its sold its sold out. Um no I want my show now I am sorry I was 10 minutes late but there's nil parking out there its Butler st. Here mam break your back sitting on this stool while pissing off other patrons? Um no ill sit on theater steps. So they got me a dining chair that looked like it came out of an EatnPark ten years ago. I had mild back pains through the movie and it aggravated my hamstring injury. Buttt I got to watch the show I paid 18$ in advance for two weeks Ago--- Thanks Hump tour you are super generous! I did my research after the show and this appeared to be solely a vendor issue not a reflection of Rowhouse. But because it affected my experience and thus my review I put it in here. I hope to go back and check out some other films here in the future. I just think I will skip Hump 2015. read more

Our first Row House Cinema experience was this past Saturday, part of our kickoff day of PCBW 2015. We came for the 5:45 p.m. showing of "Blood, Sweat, and Beer", a recently-released documentary on the craft brewery scene and featuring none other than Braddock's own The Brew Gentlemen. What did I love most about Row House? A) The theatre itself. It's small, sure, but clean, well-maintained, with cupholders at every seat and some darn comfy-looking loveseats in the front row. (Possibly a little too close to the screen for me, but who knows? Maybe with the right movie, a little snuggling in the front row would be nice. Apologies if you ever catch us snuggling...) B) The films. Row House seems to offer thematic showings. This week, in honor of Pittsburgh Craft Beer Week, Row House is cycling through "Blood, Sweat, and Beer", "Dazed and Confused", and everyone's favorite cult classic, "The Big Lebowski". Next up on the docket? A rotation of vampire films -- and I just know I'll be back at Row House to catch the mockumentary, "What We Do in the Shadows". Thank you, Row House, for these cinematic gems. C) The beer. Did I mention that "Blood, Sweat, and Beer" features The Brew Gentlemen's own Asa and Matt's story? Appropriately, Atlas Bottle Works next door is offering 5 Brew Gentlemen brews on tap to buy and carry into the cinema. The boyfriend and I both got a Brew Gentlemen to take in to the theater with us on Saturday. Nothing like viewin' and sippin' the afternoon away. D) One more wonderful thing to love about Pittsburgh. Row House is a great destination for an afternoon or evening, and they offer a variety of interactive events, including Q&As with directors, sing-alongs, and "Brew and Views". Who doesn't love a place so tied into its community? NO ONE. THAT'S WHO. read more

Its a small theater, but it's important to remember that we live in Lawrenceville and not near a strip mall which would house many more movies. Overall I enjoyed the place. Nice and the staff were nice. Turns out you get a discount for living in the area too, so thats a bonus. Also you can bring beer in there. read more

Came here on Christmas for a showing of Home Alone and some order-to-your-seat Chinese food; Unfortunately another customer accidentally (or intentionally?) claimed our order before we could (myself and my girlfriend). The Row House and Bierport staff were kind enough to fully refund our food order and even offer a free beer as a result of the inconvenience. Beer selection: 10/10 Customer service: 11/10 Have always loved coming here for the beer, movies, and special events. I would recommend Row House to anyone that enjoys classic movies, quality beer, and good service. - Order #18 read more

Well I found my favorite new spot this summer! I've known about Row House Cinema for the last couple months since I follow them on FB, and this afternoon they had a post about a Wes Anderson marathon this week (with a Q&A with certain directors this evening) and it was the perfect excuse to check it out! From their website and the vibe in the place, it looks like they will mostly be playing old movies, and thats totally fine by me. If you want to see a new release, there are more than enough places for that! The theater is located in the center of Lawrenceville, and parking was as you could expect. It is still under some renovation out front, but once you step inside you go down a beautiful hallway into a little lobby with the concession stand where you order your tickets, drinks, popcorn, etc. The girl working the stand was super friendly, and the prices were very decent! Tickets were $6 tonight, 3-4 dollars for a small popcorn, 5 dollars for a craft draft beer, couple bucks for candy. They also have a door directly leading into the beer store next door ("beer store" undersells it, its a really cozy, chic wooden decor store selling bottles of craft beer, who knows for how much but it sure did look appealing!) AND it looks like a taqueria is moving in on the other side! Perfect. Theres a pinball machine next to the stand which gives it a cute retro vibe as well. Inside the theater, theres 80+ cozy seats (from a little diagram in the lobby, it looks like there are couches up front, the seats immediately behind are emphasized for viewing whereas the ones in the back for comfort) and on a Sunday night there were enough seats to go around! The screen was clear, the sound was perfect, they had an adorable introduction, the crowd was really respectful, and the movie was great. All in all an amazing addition to Butler street! It will make a perfect ending to any Lawrenceville date or just a spontaneous rainy Sunday evening. I HIGHLY recommend it! :) read more

This place has always been wonderful and tonight they went above and beyond. We ordered tickets prior and got lost in construction weren't able to get there and to get seats so they comped us a new tickets for another time. Also we got to enjoy there wonderful beer selection where we also got a discount due to us missing the movie!! Management and staff were amazing!! It made a disappointing predicament a lot better!!! read more

This is our new favorite place for date night! What's not to love? Classic/fun movies and draft or craft beers from Atlas Bottle Works next door. They can chill any of their bottled beers for you to purchase and take into the theater. I also loved that they had an 8-minute intermission for a beer refill or bathroom break. We will be making this a regular date night! read more

What can I say? They play GREAT movies. (Casablanca/Pink Flamingos/etc) Such a great selection and great theme weeks. The seats are comfortable. There are couches/love seats in the front row (I haven't sat in them but they look comfy too). They have a great bottle and tap selection of beers. Biggest complaint is that it IS very small so you should definitely get there EARLY. Nothing is worse than being late and trying to find a seat in between some clearly annoyed people. Don't be that person. We ended up having to sit a lot closer than I would have preferred but it was fun watching the previews for the theater. The guy behind us kept laughing during the entire movie (Casablanca) which i was unaware was a comedy, but that has NOTHING to do with the quality and enjoyability of this theater. I'm just a fussy b**** I suppose. Nothing is worse to me than people talking loudly through a movie. Chewing their food in my ear. Offering asinine commentary the entire time. Saying the script along with the actors. I guess my biggest suggestion is to not let people in to the movie/buy a ticket to the movie when it has already started. It's disruptive for no real reason. All in all I REALLY enjoyed myself while I was there, minus the little mishaps with people surrounding me. Drunk people are the worst. read more

I had a great time for the 24 hours of Harry Potter. Would come back again for a movie or a movie marathon.

Say it with me now - "Toga...toga...toga!" We chanted that the entire way to Row House (not really), swaddled in our finest toga attire (really), for a midnight showing of "Animal House." Not only did I receive a Lawrenceville resident discount, but a costume discount too! Add in comfy seats, great popcorn and a nice drink list, and I'm hooked on this hometown theater. My only thoughts are that $9 for an old movie is a bit much and a surcharge on beer bought in the same building seems silly, but I'll deal. I mean, "Was it over when the Germans bombed Pearl Harbor? Hell, no!" read more

totally urban vibe in Larry-ville. If you have not been there book your tickets on line. Holiday and theme weeks change the movie pickings, we are going to see Hocus Pocus with my 14 yo next week. It should be a blast. read more

A very cool indie theater in Lawrenceville. They show cool old movies - I've gone twice and have seen North by Northwest and The Graduate. Right now, there is a groupon for two tickets, two drinks and a large popcorn for $18. Probably the best part is that there is nutritional yeast to put on the popcorn (cheese for vegans). The theater is also BYOB and Atlas Brewery is connected so you can buy beer to bring into the movie. All in all, a small and cool place that fits right into the new hipster identity of Lawrenceville. read more

Great venue for movies, both independent flicks & reruns, with a can't-be-beat proximity to excellent, affordable food & beer. I experienced Hook, Old Boy, Jaws & Dazed & Confused here, and all were incredible on this intimate big screen. Their popcorn is strangely addictive - I recommend getting the butter & nutritional yeast combo. A great addition to the neighborhood. I hope they continue to stage events like the beer/taco/movie combo- I'm highly impressed & excited to attend more! read more

Oh row house! How you break my heart! This place is great, wonderful, unique, fun and I will never go back. The service is great, all the staff are friendly. The movies they show are always top notch and such fun themes. You can grab a beer or two from the store next door and settle in to watch you favorite flick ONLY if you are a tiny person. The chairs are a horror show if you have any hips or are over a size 10. Now i admit the size and of my hips is my own responsibility, but come on... I'm not that big! Squeezing into those seats is super uncomfortable and my boyfriend who is taller had no leg room. I watched one poor big guy struggle and fail to fit in the seats and have to go sit on the futons down front with all the kids and the garaunteed neck strain. They chose to cram in as many of the smallest chairs possible. So nope, our trip to see Goonies was our last. I'll stay home where i can catch pretty much every movie they show on Netflix, I can drink whatever beer I want and I don't have to squeeze my ample Italian booty into a seat made for Kate moss. read more

Row House cinema has quickly become one of my favorite things about living in Lawrenceville! There different themes offer a wide variety of films and with several different showtimes each week. Also, the bottle shop attached allows for easy access to a variety of adult beverages that can be consumed while watching a film. The staff is friendly and always offers to chill the beer. The only downside is the limited bathrooms. There is a one room bathroom on the main floor and three stalls downstairs. Be sure to arrive early to primetime showings if you're planning on buying beer, using the restrooms and getting seats! Overall this is a lovely establishment and a welcomed gem on Butler Street. read more

This is a pretty rad gem in Pittsburgh. Grab some all natural freshly popped popcorn and cold brews within and have yourself a lovely date in an old historic theatre watching a rarely played film :-) read more

Really cool place, great selection of movies and we can even bring beers into the theater! Definitively my type of place!

I made the mistake of going to the "Theater" while they were doing a beer raffle. The cashier flat out told me he couldn't accommodate me until after the raffle was over. There were 50 people there and the movie was starting. Worst, rudest customer service EVER. They should do beer things at Bierport, NOT in the theater if they are showing movies.! read more

Best theater in the US. Hottest neighborhood (Lawrenceville). Great dark/ light social presence and..... if that gets your goat, wait till you see the space! Neat retro flicks, new movies as well. Go check 'em out! Won't be disappointed. read more

So much fun. Great beer. Tremendous atmosphere for family. Definitely going again.

Couldn't love this theatre anymore than I do. The seating, the popcorn, the selection, the events....will keep going back as often as possible. Love! read more

Cool movies with a theme per week. Great setup and design. Super friendly staff. Prices are reasonable, & access to a craft beer store inside. Simply a fantastic chill place to see a fun movie. Definitely recommend. 5*****'s. read more

Very cool single screen theater. Like a cross between the Melwood and the Hollywood Theater in Dormont, they show offbeat movies and cult classics. With Atlas Beer right next door, being able to take a good beer (I'm talking about you Ten Fiddy) and watching a John Waters' classic (Pink Flamingos) makes for a memorable night. read more