Trinh T.
Yelp
Alamo Drafthouse Cinema is the a movie theater located in Irving's Toyota Music Factory. As the name implies, it combines plenty of beers on tap, scratch food, and an awesome no cell phone policy so that you watch a movie in an incredible experience.
My Overall Rating - 4 Stars (Atmosphere, Service, Food, Return)
Atmosphere - Located in the heart of the Toyota Music Factory, Alamo Drafthouse Cinema feels more like a cool boutique theater vs. a huge mega plex. There are 7 screens here but less is more. There's a bar with tons of beers on draft and an outdoor patio. It overlooks the Toyota Music Factory and is a really cool scene. The only drawback is parking can be an issue. But this is a TMF issue. 1 Star.
Service - The service is superb - from the bartenders to the servers in the theater, you'll get the food and drink you want. They start seating 30 minutes before your movie, so it gives you plenty of time to settle in, order, and relax before the film. 1 Star.
Experience - Alamo Draft House has a no cell phone policy. If you're on your phone for any reason during the film you be warned. The second time results in removal with no refund. I love this policy because you get to enjoy the movie. The seats are just ok. Well padded but with limited recline. Each seat has a table so you can eat/drink. Honestly, I'm not a fan of the seats but I am a fan of the policy. Finally - the food is actually pretty good. It is pricy, but you can order truffle butter popcorn that is the best movie theater popcorn. Ever. 1 Star.
Will I Return? - Yes. It's in a great location for those who live and work in Irving's Las Colinas area. Couple a great food/drink experience with a no cell phone policy makes a return visit a no brainer. 1 Star.
My Yelp Rating Scale (Sum of all parts):
1 Star - Atmosphere - Is it a cool dive? Perhaps an upscale place? No matter the type, atmosphere plays a big part and I'll give a star if I like it or thinks it has great charm.
1 Star - Service - You can have a great meal with bad service. But that's also what can make a five star joint drop to four. It's important to the dining experience that service is great and on point.
2 Stars - Food - I'll award up to two stars for the food, since this is the main reason we dine out. Sometimes the extra star is given for value, but it's really all about the food.
1 Star - Will I come back? - If I know for a fact I'll return, I'll give this a star. A place has to make an impression for me to return.
Each Category can be given up to 1 star except food (2 stars) because I consider all these categories important to the overall dining experience. I will sum them up to provide my final Yelp score.