Alamo Drafthouse Cinema New Mission

I want to give the Alamo Drafthouse 5 stars because I love seeing films in the movie theatre and the New Mission is such an iconic cinema with all of its original features in tact. If I were just rating the theatre itself it would get 5 stars without a doubt. Staff were super welcoming and helpful as well. The theatre prohibits cell phone use but the couple next to me were busy scrolling their phones partly because of the offer of food being served at your seat. So they were browsing the menu on their phones which, on the one hand, I understand (having said that there *are* paper menus at each seat along with small lights to illuminate them so that is an option) but what this leads to after they order is staff coming in to deliver food and drinks. They come back through again holding a sign saying ‘last orders’ etc. Maybe I’m old but if you want to eat a meal, do that at home before the movie or after the film. Staff do their best to not disrupt but ultimately it *is* disruptive having them crouching down in front of you while they go up and down your row (repeatedly). If you like eating while watching a movie in the theatre or aren’t bothered by people getting drinks and food delivered around you then this will likely be an overall 5 star experience for you. For me, I realised after my recent trip to the New Mission that it will be my last.

The experience has gone down a lot. I've gone here consistently since 2021. Everyone should know about the new policy where you have to use your phone to order everything, including during the movie. I thought this was bad but after my recent experience, I discovered that things are worse than that. They renovated their upper theaters to "upgrade" seating to recliners + having the new QR code seating. The recliners are not comfortable. I go to many theaters around the bay (and the world) and I'll say that the Alamo seats are the smallest recliners I've ever sat in. It's smaller than airline economy. I guess this is good for Alamo since they can fit more guests and make more money, but it's an uncomfortable situation for the moviegoers. Also, the seats do not recline as far as other multiplex theaters. As part of this whole "upgrade", I'm disappointed to find out that the menu has also changed. It's much smaller than before. So many classic food items are missing. Also, I find the digital menu to be more confusing than the former paper menus. To add insult to injury, the food items that are leftover are of lower quality. Alamo used to have very huge fries but they are smaller now. Over the years, the quality of Alamo has gone down and their prices for both tickets and food has gone up. I went back to my old tickets to make sure I wasn't crazy. Prices are really much more expensive and they didn't change much before the increases. Other theaters have also increased their prices, but Alamo is among the highest prices in the bay area. Now that the food quality has gone down, I do not recommend coming to Alamo anymore. The experience and food is not worth admission. There are many other good theaters. And there are lots of places to eat good food around those other theaters for a cheaper price than Alamo.

It was my first time watching a movie at this theater, and it was really fun. You could order some light bites and drinks at your seat. Write down your selections and press the call button, and a staff member will come over to take your order. Like other people had mentioned, the seats were not that comfortable. For me I thought they were fine. It was a fun experience.

Always a great experience. The food is bomb. I always order the chicken tenders, they’re so juicy and the flavors are all so good. The cocktails are also great - I recommend all of their margs. The popcorn is also incredible - bottomless, seasoned to perfection .. truffle parm is my fav but the dill pickle is also good. 10/10 my favorite movie theater always.

Really fun experience with amazing service. The cocktails and food are a great addition to your movie choice and they make ordering during the film very easy so you don’t miss out on anything. Highly recommend the fried pickles, can’t wait to go back.

i go here like 3 times a month this place is amazing! i recommend coming on tuesdays since they have a discount on tickets, the movies are good , they have new movies and old movies . the food is amazing and the popcorn is really good, they have alot of flavors nd the popcorn has free refills. i always get the pizza and it js SO GOOD!! the milkshake is also amazing. i also recommend getting the fried pickles , n ik it sounds gross but its really good especially if u like pickles!!

I havent been there is like 2-3 months... but we went and everything was mpre expensive and their burger was smaller and not as good and the frys were pretty skimpy now. It didn't used to be that bad, but they give you a smaller plate and smaller portions now. 😢 guess its the way of the world. The theater is still really ptetty and the pre- movie stuff is still cool.

I love The Alamo! My first experience of this chain was in Austin. I was elated when they came to our town. I wish I could give this theater and its hardworking staff 5 stars. The poor review is thanks to corporate executives at Sony, who have decided to change policy and quality that is making the Alamo as crappy as any other chain theater. The decision to have us use our phones to order food sucks. It goes against the Alamo ethos of no lit screens, no distractions. It also alienates seniors, and people who don’t want to be on a phone. The food isn’t as good anymore either. Corners are being cut …The cookie recipe for example, has been swapped out for something cheaper. Pretty soon nothing is going to differentiate the Alamo from a Cinemark or any other crappy chain theater. This is not the way. Fingers crossed the Alamo can reverse course and thrive.

We went here again for The Brutalist 70mm experience! It was overall a great time yet again! Seeing all the 3-star reviews ALONG with experiencing what people were saying in the theater that night makes my mind boggle in how entitled people are and don't understand reviewing with context. The first thing some woman says when she sits down is, "omg we are on the side and its a terrible angle!" Like....what do you expect coming to an old theater? It wasn't designed for JUST movies. And I see folks docking it down for the service and how the waiters comin' by may be distracting. *ahem* you're in public, sweetheart. They're serving folks for the experience of eating churro laced popcorn in a classic theater setting getting served drinks leaning back. How deeply seated must one's self-importance be to act this way? Also, don't be afraid to shush people. This is a communal experience. This lady (on 1/9 Row 6 Seat 4 lol) was incessantly talking throughout the ENTIRE movie. It was as though her constant talking stemmed from a lifetime of unchecked indulgence. So during the climax of The Brutalist, the wife let out a firm "SHHH". And I felt/saw the nods of everyone in acceptance. Again, you're in public watching a movie. Check those social cues and you might find yourself growing as an individual. Yes the food and drinks are a bit on the pricier side. But you're in the City being served frickin' drinks from the comfort of your own seat in the HEART of the Mission. What more do these people want? Oh and they have curated previews towards the showing; such as, early Adrien Brody commercials, memes, behind the scenes, retro commercials that are from the 50s (post ww2 vibes). I will say, we sat on the far right, we did hear constant talking from the outside exit doors. I think it was a break area - tbh I'm not sure. It was fine but just so y'all know. Just here to reaffirm my 5-star update and rant about folks who don't know how to act. This is a fantastic date night spot that captures the classic movie theater vibes along with a unique service experience. Its not Dolby sound modern theater viewing, so get your vibe check in place. Enjoy what you have people, because for the most part, you don't know what you got until its gone.

This is a review of the pinball arcade only. I've yet to see a movie here even though I have a gift card and live not far from here. Free Gold Watch will always be my home for playing pinball, but a fire two years ago (!) forced me out of easy walking distance from FGW, so although I still try to visit at least three times a month, work and darkness and distance sometimes make it tough. When I'm feeling very pinball deprived, I come to the New Mission to blow off some steam. They have eight or nine pinball machines. The oldest one (I think) is The Simpsons Pinball Party, but most of the games are much newer--from the past eight years. I really only play Deadpool and Stranger Things, although Godzilla is fun too. The first time you come here, it's almost magical to find the pinball machines. My brother told me where they were, so I didn't accidentally run across them, but going up those random stairs in the bar and then having an irrelevant choice of which way to turn at the landing (both sets of stairs lead to opposite sides of the arcade "room," but you can also get to either side by walking around the stairs) is spooky and fun the first time. When I first started coming here, the payment options were using quarters or using a pinball app. I always obviously chose quarters, but the change machine they had at the time was always out of service, so if you forgot to bring quarters, you had to use the app. The app was a boondoggle, and I'm glad I never downloaded it. (I know about it because the first time I came with my brother, he paid for our games using the app.) I always keep lots of quarters on hand, so the broken change machine wasn't a big deal to me. Sometime in 2024, I arrived to find that the coin slots had been covered up on all the pinball machines. I don't know whether you can still use the app, but you can no longer use quarters or any form of cash to pay. Now, you have to go to a separate machine to get a physical card to store your payment on. You can use either cash or a card to load the payment card, and the more money you load onto it, the better the value, kind of like old-school arcade tokens where you'd get additional tokens for buying more at a time. This new system is awful, although I'm glad I don't have to use the app. Yes, it's good to get discounts for playing more, but they also raised the prices of the games themselves, so ultimately, I don't think you're really saving any money. The pricing system is also needlessly confusing. In general arcade-game and pinball parlance, a single credit is what is needed to play one game. A credit could cost a quarter or 50 cents or 75 cents or $1, but in general, when you're feeding quarters or dollar bills into a standard machine, it tells you how much you've got and how much you need to get to that credit. So, for example, this arcade's Deadpool game used to be $1 to play ($1 = 1 credit), and when you inserted quarters, it read 1/4, 2/4, 3/4, etc.; so you knew exactly how much you needed. In this stupid new card system, credits are just some random currency that has no discernible exchange rate. Yes, the more money you load at once, the more credits you earn, but you have no idea how many credits it takes to play each game. Deadpool and Stranger Things used to cost $1 each. Now, each requires five credits, which is equivalent, generally, to $1.25, unless you bought more credits. And the payment card itself is a tap card, so you can't actually choose not to play a game after you've tapped your payment card. It merely flashes how many credits the game takes and how many remain on your card. I do like having a pinball arcade close by, and they do a decent job of maintaining most of the machines. The arcade room is out of the way, so there usually aren't too many other people around. I believe one of the theaters is on the same level as the arcade, which might explain why they keep the arcade so dark, but it can be frustrating to play certain games with only the lights from the play field, especially Deadpool in certain modes. (I know, I'm getting old!) I'll update my review once I've actually seen a movie here.

Yes I'm a bit distracted by the food while watching the movie but it is such a good way to experience a movie you've been really looking forward to. I go to Alamo for the special movies that get me excited. I'll splurge a bit. Get some food, a milkshake, walk around the halls to check out the movie art posters, have a good time. Worth it! -truffle popcorn: DELIGHTFUL. What a buttery salty goodness of a theater treat. This is the only time I eat popcorn, when watching a movie. The portion is SO BIG, def share this with at LEAST 2 people. I never finish and have leftovers. Did you know you can ask for TO GO boxes?! It took me a few years until someone told me -pepperoni pizza: the crust is thin and crunchy so good! I was surprised by this and happy. -burger/fries: tasty but not as amazing as their other offerings -milkshake: sometimes there are themed ones based on what movie is out. During Wicked movie, there was a green emerald milkshake with peppermint candy cane crushed bits. Unavailable when I went two times sadly but I saw it on the menu Something I just found out:There's a pinball arcade upstairs! All movie themed so walk through just to take a look at what they have Restrooms on second floor smelled so awful. It's coming from the sewer or something, hard not to throw up. Get out of there fast Service is efficient. Server stays the same. Different food runners will literally run the order to you as they duck to avoid getting in people's view during the movie and rush the food to your table then run off again. It's pretty funny and appreciated. I guess timing depends on how slammed they are. Two friends said it was extremely slow for them and didn't get popcorn until almost end of movie (bummer), which never happened to me. I go early before the showing and place my order asap. DOORS OPEN 30mins BEFORE SHOWTIME. Food comes around the beginning of the movie so I spend the next hour eating. If you're late you will not be let in and will have to change your ticket to a later showing, if available. So PLAN AHEAD especially for parking in the Mission. you know. -drinks: beer and cocktails available on menu but I've never gotten them because I probably won't remember the movie if I did haha

First time at an Alamo Drafthouse cinema! I enjoyed the concept of being able to order food that wasn't just popcorn or corn dogs at the movies, which makes the concept of dinner and a movie very easy to execute. The servers were friendly and did a great job delivering my food without interrupting the viewing experience. The space has an "old theater" vibe, which was a nice change from the usual modern theaters in place nowadays. The food service is a significant part of the experience here, so hearing + seeing servers come and go during the movie was not an issue - just something to expect. Looking forward to watching another movie here.

I love that I can go to a movie a day with the monthly pass. They play both classics and first run movies. There is a restaurant here and they serve you at your seat. The menu is much more limited than it used to be, but it's still mostly tasty. Be sure you go early to get your menu order in and to watch the pre movie show. They show clips from old shows, commercials, etc, that have to do with the movie that you're seeing. Usually, I can figure out why they chose a particular clip while I'm watching the movie. The public parking lot closes at 10 pm on weeknights, so if you're going to a late movie, be aware. Friday and Saturday nights, it closes at midnight.

I was so excited to visit Alamo Drafthouse in SF to watch Nosferatu on 35mm film. It felt like the perfect place for a cool and unique movie night. While there were some great things about it, there were also a few things that left me a little disappointed. First off, the location is awesome. There are a ton of shops around, and there's a nearby parking garage that made me feel better about my car being safe. The theater itself has a cool vibe with vintage arcade games and a themed menu for the movie, which I thought was super fun. You can tell they really care about the film experience, especially with something as special as a 35mm screening. Now for the not-so-great stuff. The food and drinks were really overpriced. I got fried pickles for $11, and they were just okay. Plus, the waiters walking around during the movie to serve food was kind of distracting. They make an effort to duck, which I appreciate, but it still pulls you out of the movie and makes it hard to fully immerse yourself in the experience. On top of that, my food took forever to arrive, which was frustrating. The seating was also disappointing. The theater isn't slanted enough, so when I was in row nine, the seat in front of me would block the screen a little, which got annoying after a while. Some of the seats are really worn out, and they're also pretty uncomfortable. They're hard and not great for sitting through a long movie. Customer service was fine. The staff were polite, but nothing really stood out about the experience. Overall, Alamo Drafthouse is a cool spot with a fun atmosphere and a great location, but it's not without its flaws. The movie selection and vibe are awesome, but the high prices, uncomfortable and worn-out seating, and distractions during the movie make it a bit of a mixed experience. I'd probably come back, but only for something really special.

Love my experiences here. The concept of getting hot food and alcoholic beverages delivered to my seat mid movie makes me feel so special. It's a nice large theater with incredible vibes.

Being able to order some hot food while at the movies is such a treat. The seats themselves could be comfier but I don't expect it when I go to older movie theaters. I appreciate that they're still here in the neighborhood. Top date night spot for sure!

My review is for the theater seating. It's way too squished together and very uncomfortable. Also the tables are way too small and it's no fun to have to share a table with someone you don't know next to you at the same table. The table set up is so terrible. You can't even hardly order anything because one bowl of popcorn takes up the entire table and if the person next to you gets way too much stuff and is rude like my experience there's zero room. I like the idea of this theater, but the seating and the uncomfortable proximity to those next to you means I don't think I will ever come back. Tables are so squished together. People couldn't even get out of the seats next to them hardly without knocking something over on the table next to you. The woman next to me, got up and hit my glass knocking it all over me. I believe that 100% on the poor design of this theater and trying to squish in as many people as possible all of the money and not taking into account theatergoers comfort you seriously need to do way better. Seating and tables need a complete upgrade so guests can actually enjoy the movie. It would be so much better with loungers and your own private table. Otherwise it's not worth the price.

I knew I was going to spend a good amount going to the movies but man did I pay. I went to the new beetle juice with my family and they had a special menu you'd think it's good for being new. We ordered the banana pudding and were beyond disappointed it looked nothing like the pics barely a spoon full of pudding Also they changed their pinball machines to no longer accept coins and to get a playing card there's a $5 minimum

Came here today with my husband to watch Beetlejuice 2. Movie was excellent. The theater had a strange smell to it that it almost made me gag. Don't know if I'll come back because of the smell. They also have some really amazing movie posters of Bruce Lee. So that's pretty good.

What an experience! First time visiting and I was throughly impressed with this place. The interior is very vintage, they offer a bar and little "gift shop" upon entry. There's an upstairs arcade with a bunch of pinball machines. Vintage cinema so it's worn down a bit; leather seating with some tears but it's to be expected. Your order is taken at your table; prior to the movie you can talk to the waiters to order but once it starts, you write everything down on a piece of paper and press a button that notifies them at the back to approach your table, silently and take your order. Within a few minutes, boom, your order is there! Pretzel - 100/10! Amazing. Baked to perfection and paired with the queso and mustard, you'll be wanting to order another one! Chicken Strips + Fries - thick and filling, nothing special about them. Very flaky, many dipping sauces offered! Popcorn - meh. Not your movie style, buttered popcorn but their serving size is more than enough for 2+ people! Drinks - I got a hazy and was content with my beer! All in all, you're paying for the experience. Food for 2 ran us close to $120 (WOW), but, you get to dine and watch a movie in an old style theater, it's the experience ... definitely not your go-to movie place but definitely something to try if you're in SF!

Consistently a terrific movie-viewing experience (certainly not the case at some other local theaters). The patrons are quiet and respectful. The truffle popcorn is excellent, and the hot food is pretty decent. Our server Brendan was attentive and personable. I recommend this spot.

We saw the 1927 film, The Unknown, the Silent Movie Day showing this past weekend. This theater is much larger inside than it seems, a whole level with pinball machines (as well as a few arcade games near the entrance), merchandise for sale in the lobby, cute little lounge and bar with a giant bear and bull statue to greet you when you enter, lots of Bruce Lee posters throughout the venue, and just lovely architecture to be seen everywhere, especially the ceiling inside the auditoriums. The seating was comfortable and in excellent condition, the staff was helpful and explained how to order food from our seats with the push of a button, and the food and drink menu was extensive. We tried the loaded fries and raspberry bramble, and these items were impressive and made with care. The fries were hot, freshly made, tasty, crisp, with the toppings adding the perfect combination of texture and spice. The drink was flavorful and not too sweet, cold and refreshing too. The movie was awesome, got some good laughs, and just a wonderful experience overall. Street parking a block away wasn't too difficult either on a Saturday afternoon. Fun times!

First time to this location, been to the ones in Texas. Can't say I love the seating and serving arrangements, though it is an old theater, so they probably can't do the aisles in front for servers to walk in or raised seating at all. Had a great time here, but the main thing holding it back for me was that despite it being a 70mm movie, the screen wasn't nearly big enough to really enjoy that aspect of it. Still looking forward to hopefully not having to travel so far for an Alamo when they open in Mountain View and Santa Clara!

My husband got a food poisoning from eating a pizza on 12/29. Food quality has been a problem there.

I am an have always been a movie freak . I remember waiting outside the Fox theater in line on a Saturday as a child . I still miss it . There is nothing here like it anymore. I went to the pic theater on Saturday s to watch cartoons. This theater I went in one time. I would never go there no matter what was playing or anything else. It just has a bad vibe the way it is set up when you walk in terrible what a shame . All the great movie theaters they have torn down in this town . The surf , the cedar cinema were my favorites besides the fox . Even the Alexandria was ok. The coliseum but this place tear it Down

What a great way to see a film. Saw Wicked here and enjoyed a drink and some nibbles with my movie, all served to me by very friendly staff, right in my seat. I highly recommend a visit here. You won't be disappointed. Great atmosphere!

Wonderful big screen experience in the primary theater. Great to have the option for food and drink from your seat. We ordered loaded fries and two brews, better service than we get on the couch at home. Slight dings; the seats are getting tired, ours each had ripped seats. And, would not pick the same seats again -- back row, first seats to left of stairs in side section. Waitstaff constantly going up and down the stairs -- probably 100 times, meant for some meaningful viewing disruption. Next time, different seats.

Great restoration and physical space. Good food. Obnoxiously overpriced, lousy coctails.

I love that I can enjoy a movie while grabbing a bite to eat AND they have indoor bike parking! The only downside that comes to mind is the seating could use an update.

Extraordinarily Fun and Immersive movie house, catering to movies Fans of all types, The dine-in food experience is awesome and unlike any other theater around. The theaters are intimate, seats are comfy, sound is solid and the staff are incredibly friendly and helpful. Alamo has an old-school vibe with arcade games from the 80s in their lounge area, and cool movie paraphernalia for purchase. They have a great movie loyalty club and season pass option, which is a great deal for frequent movie goers. They have special screenings and events to celebrate older, classic movies from past decades, like the 80s-90s...Their nostalgic events are a great way for movie fans to celebrate and connect through the power of film. Alamo is a real magical place, and I can't wait to go back!

The Alamo Drafthouse was a welcome change to San Francisco. When it opened in 2015, it was around the same time as the change of ownership of the once full service Kabuki Theatre (now owned by AMC, and no longer full service). Alamo has joint seating with tiny tables, you pick your seat online, and they have a full bar and snack foods. Things I love include it is drama-free (no texting or fighting), good food and drinks, real Texas-queso, smaller screening rooms/which means less people per film, reserved seating, and lots of leg room. The things I don't love include too many stairs, an awkward elevator experience, the kitchen smells (its too close to the elevator and has bad ventilation), the extremely dirty carpets on the 2nd floor, and the bathrooms are narrow (for mobility/ADA reasons). The Showplace ICON in Mountain View (40 minutes south) has a similar service as Alamo Drafthouse, however their seats at ICON are more comfortable (reclining, and some are heated).

Such a great location and service provided during the movies! Instead of a traditional movie experience, you can order from waitstaff who bring food and drinks during the film. The food is always delicious and hot. Great spot!

This was such a fun experience! We went on Valentine's Day to watch Poor Things. The staff was really cooperative with my husband coming in after me as he was parking. They check tickets inside the theater not at the lobby. Also note that if the members of your party are not seated within 15 minutes of the show time, they won't be let in. The attire was casual. I bought a blanket and someone else a few seats over removed their shoes. I thought the lights under the food table were a bit bright when the menu was out. The reflection on the menu book made me feel a tad bit conscious in case I was disrupting my fellow movie watchers but they didn't seem to have my problem. Beer was great! Food was brought out quickly. The portions are enough for two people.

I'm a fan of this theater and prefer it over larger, modern theaters. The fun part is: while watching a movie, you can order food and drinks right at your seat. It's a long-standing institution and a local favorite. Folks take movie-watching seriously here -- including me. Staff makes sure you're not talking or using your phone. Love it. You have to reserve seats, which is also a plus for me. Movie-watching feels more serious here. The theaters themselves are a bit old -- just like the lobby, hallways, bathrooms, etc -- but it doesn't affect my movie-viewing experience and mostly adds to the charm. I've happily enjoyed all the visuals and sounds of every movie with no complaints. The seats could stand to be a bit comfier, and sometimes there are weird smells -- but a lot of this is due to the theater's age, I think. Staff has been great during my experiences here. One time it felt a bit stuffy, so I told a staff member and they turned the AC on. Major points for that. As server, staff is efficient and professional. It's cool how they dart through aisles to take and bring orders. Food has been surprisingly good. Recently, received a large, tasty Cobb salad with hot, tasty pieces of fried chicken. On the other hand, I have been disappointed with the drinks. The cocktails have been so-so. Beer selection is decent. I'd say I'm overall satisfied with the food and drinks, but wish the drinks were better. It still beats being stuck with popcorn and hot dogs. This theater's no IMAX, but I wouldn't have it any other way. I hope this institution stays in SF for a long while. Tip: It's in the Mission, so plan plenty of time for parking if you're driving!

I've been going here since they opened but quality has definitely declined since COVID. I have many opinions about the menu and prices, but it seems that's a universal experience across the entire chain and unlikely to change under corporate ownership. My main complaint is the complete lack of action taken on their own policy regarding disruptive behavior in the theatre. Even pre-COVID it was hit or miss whether they'd actually address a noise complaint, but since re-opening, I have never had a single one of my noise complaints addressed. I am not talking about people whispering a few comments here and there, but people talking nonstop through the entire runtime at full conversational volume. A few times I have raised a card after ten minutes of nonstop talking from a nearby table, had a server pick it up quickly, and still heard the offenders chatting for the next two hours without being approached by staff once. I can watch a movie without overpriced food, but the main reason I liked it here was because people were more likely to be on their best behavior. If that policy is no longer being enforced, I can only imagine more people will be emboldened to chat and scroll on their phones like they're in their living rooms, unburdened by the concept of courtesy.

Buyer beware: if you arrive late they will not let you into the movie! Bought tickets ahead of time, yet arrived 4 minutes (per their employee) into the previews and they wouldn't let us in. Saturday night fun and cab fare both ways down the drain. Seemed like an awfully strict and inflexible way to get burned.

I've come here a few times and am aware of the strict rules and that some of the staff can be snotty (hey, it is in the mission after all). But I went with girlfriends recently and couldn't have received worse service. Miguel was our server and his manner was abrupt and condescending. My friend was confused about how ordering food here worked and when asking him clarifying questions, he was dismissive and kept hounding her for her credit card. Additionally, I hated my order. My Philly cheese steak sandwich was soggy and must have been mixed with minced meat and cheese whiz. It was expensive too and they requested a high tip for it. When I mentioned my disatisfaction with Miguel, instead of offering an apology (because we all have bad days), he was defensive and was like, "I did not give rude service. I've been here for 8 years." I'd come back to Alamo regardless because I still think it's a unique space but I hope to not have to deal with him again.

Alamo is a much needed shift in time. All the retro energy inside took me back to my childhood days when movie nights were such a treat. I like the service that's available throughout your movie experience and the menu options. But the seats are not comfortable at all. When they remodeled the theater, I wish they would've got rid of the seats too. It's great for the price and nostalgia but after that fades, you'll find yourself VERY uncomfortable during long watches.

The people who work here are cool, savvy, and good at their jobs. The enue is beautiful with interesting films. Unfortunately the out of state rep for private events has unethical business practices. Fortunately there are other venues in SF that have more community spirit, more heart and better business acumen. I will not patronize this venue again

What is funny about this business and Foreign Cinema on the same side of the street... One is dinner in a movie and the latter is dinner with a movie on the side. Alamo Drafthouse gives you the best theatre food you'll ever have. Every pair of seats share a table. I've been a couple of times, but this time I came in to watch "Everything Everywhere All At Once," with a group of friends. I ordered the Chicken Tenders and a Vanilla Milkshake. Even though I was sharing the table with a stranger, there wasn't an awkward vibe at all. Their staff does a great job of serving everyone and making everyone feel welcome. Now I know what you're thinking, 'what, was that on the kids' menu.' These were both separately the best Mexican Vanilla Milkshake and Fresh Flaky 24hr Brined/Hand-Breaded Chicken Tenders. What's incredible is that I'll probably return for the chicken tenders alone. Much less I can say about the movie. The milkshake was in a full pint glass, with whipped cream on top. Super decadent and so smooth with no crunchy ice crystals. The chicken tenders were hot, fresh-fried, and super juicy. I also recommend you don't pass up the queso with chips, or popcorn with an add-on of butter! Alamo Drafthouse has always created a neighborhood show feel for movies played there. I've seen 'Sausage Party' and 'The Last Black Man in San Francisco' there before as well. For the 'Sausage Party' we left with a themed coloring book and apron, and for "The Last Black Man in San Francisco" members of the movie spoke before the viewing! I highly recommend Alamo for a comfortable and tasty movie experience.

This is such a fun experience to have in San Francisco. Taking a combination of old time cinema and dining! Popcorn is a must get here and you options for different flavoring including truffle Parmesan. The service was super quick and the staff was incredibly helpful. You should definitely show up a bit earlier as doors close 15 min before and orders will stop so as not to disturb the other attendees. I love also that for different movies they also have specialty menu items. The interior was beautiful! Price: $& Overall: 8.5/10 Must get; popcorn, pizza (individual size)

Very rude server. I think a guy with glasses. He got super impatient and was very passive aggressive sighing and giving us looks because I tried to ask if they had Apple Pay because I wanted to order food. My friend and I were discussing how we were going to pay and he stormed off and gave us a look while walking away. My friend laughed once and he "shhd" us very loudly. Just being a complete dick. Very unpleasant experience unfortunately. He kept watching our every move because I pulled my phone out once and I have a privacy screen that blocks light and was muted. I really like one of the songs in the movie and wanted to Shazam it. He threatened to kick me out... I'm paying for the movie, I think I'm allowed to check my phone once. The rest of my group even agreed that he was very rude. Won't be coming back with any friends

I am an Alamo stan. I go to the location in D.C. quite often, so when a friend invited me to this location while I was in town, I didn't hesitate. This theater is gorgeous: the inside feels like a relic of another time, like one of those old school movie houses you see in photos of Hollywood from the 30s and 40s. I especially loved the addition of a pinball area (which we spent a little bit of time in before it was time to sit in the theater for our show). The service at this Alamo was impeccable. The staff was attentive, responsive, and super accommodating. I loved how they offered us water without even flinching which is something the D.C. location rarely does. The food also came out quick, hot, fresh, and CORRECT (another huge win -- as much as I love the D.C. Alamo, this part varies on day and time). My only wish is that the seating was a little more comfortable. I get that a lot of the charm at this location is partly what I'm assuming is the preservation of the auditoriums so they maintain that throwback cinema feel, but I'm not the thinnest person. If I were even fatter than I am now, I could imagine this not being the best option to see a movie. It's also kind of odd that some of the auditoriums require stairs to get to: I have mobility, but if you have limited mobility, I could see this being a possible roadblock. I look forward to coming back here when I'm in SF. Long live the Alamo!!

Always love going to the movies here! The service is consistently prompt and doesn't interrupt our movie experience. My go-to is usually the truffle Parmesan popcorn and a bottomless soda.

This is my second time coming to Alamo and I had a blast! We purchased our tickets online which was a very easy process. Once you enter the theater you find your own seats and a waiter will come by to check your ticket and walk you through the ordering process. Each seat has an individual menu, paper to write down your order, a pen, and a call light. The waiters are very nice and helpful! (Tip, write down your order before they arrive on the piece of paper and if you need extra napkins, cutlery or plates be sure to tell them- it helps save them a trip since they normally bring one per dish.) Endless popcorn: we used a coupon for this and it was buttery and delicious classic popcorn. I want all of you pretzel ($12): a big baked pretzel coated in butter and everything but the bagel seasoning with a jalapeño cheddar cheese sauce. This was soft, fluffy, and delicious. The jalapeño cheese sauce had a slight kick to it and wasn't too spicy. I'd definitely get this again. The first time I came to Alamo they ran out of pretzels so I'm glad they had it this time. Orange slices shake: this was an Ant Man special drink that was pretty good! It reminded me of the Yoplait Orange creamsicle yogurts I used to eat as a child so this was very nostalgic for me. The theater itself has old school vibes- there's only one women's bathroom with 3 stalls which can get crowded at the end of the movie. There's also a bar inside where you can get a drink before or after.

Came here to watch Black Panther 2 on release day and was excited to watch a highly anticipated movie at a cool venue. Getting tickets online was easy and surprisingly had a lot of availability despite my last minute decision to watch a movie here. Venue has such a cool, old-school vibe. I loved how small the theaters were to make a much more intimate viewing experience. The availability of food and drinks throughout the movie is definitely a big draw of this place! You can order before and during the movie. Their ordering system is discreet and doesn't distract from the movie. Our order however was never put in and we had to put it in again after seeing our food never came. So overall, cool venue and concept - but service can be a lot better.

Man has this place gone downhill since COVID. Didn't mind that our seats were totally torn up, even though it was uncomfortable. It was the terrible service that really surprised me. Didn't bring our drinks and then brought the wrong ones after we could grab one of the disinterested servers. They never even brought my partner's lemonade. Another shocker: Alamo DraftHouse had no draft beers available! Or even sodas! On top of that their milk shake machine was broken. I felt so embarrassed having hyped up this place just for it to be so broke down and have such bad service. Won't be back for a looooong time.

The cinema is fantastic but the air conditioning in the winter is just wrong . I was so cold mid way of movie wicked even with hoodie long sleeve and sweats . Thought the food was delicious and the service was fast ! The theatre in the big theatre is amazing and very gorgeous but the screen in the smaller theatre is too close for the audience. But over all I can't wait to come back soon

I love this place! The theaters are amazing and the service is top notch. I cant believe it took me 10 years to finally watch a sad movie and stuff my face all the while- and with bottomless popcorn you can do just that. Why not wash it down with the many beers they have on tap! I wouldn't order a cocktail from them again. But I do still order wings, pizza, or a shake from time to time.

I've been here three times in the past three months. I can't believe I have lived in the Bay Area for an eternity and never visited this place. This is exactly the kind of thing that people should celebrate about SF; it's unique, it's interesting, it's historic, etc. Just go. Ambience: 5 stars. Super interesting space. It's old and largely intact. It's worn and faded but still a totally cool space. Amenities: 5 stars. They have a nice bar, pinball upstairs. We sent the kids up there...I think that was allowed. They have an area where you can buy tee shirts and rent DVDs (do people still rent DVD's? whatever). The theater seats each have a table between them. You sit down and someone checks your tickets and takes your order. It's awesome. Food/Drink: 5 stars for choice, 3 for execution. I am not totally loving their food tbh. It's ok. Avoid the fish and chips. Pizza, burger, cauliflower, salad (no dressing), popcorn, all fine. Drinks...they were ok. We're booze snobs though. And why does everyone think vegetarians want fake meat? They don't. Just get a normal garden burger, please. Kid friendly: I don't know why it wouldn't be. I brought mine. Neighborhood: Not their fault, but a bit sketchy at night. Uber, or there's a good garage just around the corner though. Fair amount of restaurants nearby and a dispensary if that's your thing.

This is my theater spot for when I want to watch a recently released film. It's cool that you can order food and drinks at your seat. I like that the seats are reserved. Service is hit or miss. The last time I was here they forgot my water.

This is such a fun and unique experience! We ordered the cookie milkshake, the loaded fries, and the churro popcorn. All the food was delicious but a bit overpriced. I didn't love the churro popcorn at first but the more you eat it, the better it gets! The portions are huge as well which I appreciate. The waiters moving around to give folks their food/drinks is a bit distracting but not sure there's anything that can be improved upon that.

I love this theater. Great movies, good food, and terrific service. What else do you want? The selection of movies is top-notch. And the food / drink selection? Excellent. They seat you 30 minutes before the movie and you can order then. During the film, if you need anything, you push a discreet red light and the server picks up a piece of paper that you have written your order on. Not a word needs to be said. You get your mid-movie order quickly and quietly.

great venue with small theaters & intimate seating, amazing full food and beverage service to your seat, always showing great films & cult classics.

Alamo is a smaller, older theater with full bar and food service. Their service is excellent and honestly had great food and cocktails (considering it's a movie theater). I'd definitely recommend this theater if you're in the area. -- Service -- This theater offers full service throughout the entire movie, which I loved. Since this was my first visit to Alamo, the waitress explained the process: Just write down your order, place it in upright in a tray, and press a button which silently alerts the staff to your request. This allows you to order, get refills, or ask for help silently during the movie without having to get up or disrupt others. Super convenient! Tickets are checked at your seat before the movie begins. -- Drinks -- Alamo has a broad select of soft drinks, cocktails, beers, ciders, wines, milkshakes and alcoholic milkshakes. I tried the Whiskey Banana Split Milkshake and it a very sweet, delicious treat. -- Food -- Alamo has the usual movie snacks like candy and bottomless popcorn, but also has heavier food options like sandwiches and pizza. My partner and I ordered the bottomless popcorn and two chicken sandwiches (which came with a pickle spear and fries). The popcorn was good and the sandwiches were very crispy and filling; I would have been happy with the sandwiches at a restaurant, so getting them at a theater was impressive. The popcorn and 2 sandwiches was around $40 before tip. -- Atmosphere & Theaters -- The theaters are fairly small (roughly 20 seats) which are organized in pairs, with each pair of seats sharing a table. Seats are older theater seats (no reclining or couch-style seating like in some big brand theaters). Attire is casual. -- Stars -- Food: 1/1 Star Drinks: 1/1 Star Theaters: 0.5/1 Star Service: 2/2 Stars Total: 4.5/5 Stars

It was surprising to see an Alamo Drafthouse in the neighborhood for me. I first learned about Alamo when I was living in the South and thought it was just a southern thing. I have fond memories of watching movies while eating truffle popcorn so when I walked by this location I knew I had to check it out. The Barbie movie happened to come out this past weekend so everyone and their mom went crazy about it. I'm not personally a huge Barbie fanatic but even I wanted to see what all of the talk was about. Unfortunately every showing of Barbie was completely booked out, so we decided to try for Oppenheimer instead. There was no available and convenient showtime for that one, so we decided to go for Mission Impossible at the end of the day. Despite the fact that the theater looks pretty big from the outside, a lot of the showrooms are actually on the smaller side. The one that we were in for Mission Impossible only had a handful of rows, so it was a more tight-knit experience. We purchased tickets onsite and the process went smoothly enough. Of course we had to order the truffle popcorn, which came back to us before the movie started in a big metal bowl. Unfortunately the movie wasn't to our particular liking and since we caught a later showtime we decided to head home midway though to catch up on sleep. Not every movie is a winner but that's at no fault of the theater. The food menu and ordering process were the same as I remembered from my time in the South so I'll definitely be back to catch other movies when I'm in San Francisco.

Amazing experience !! Love coming here the workers are so kind and the food is always high quality