Mark R.
Yelp
Okay, so before writing this review I read a bunch of negative ones. Some make good points, but I must say they are not consistent with my experience.
I've been to at least 30 movies at AMC Santa Anita 16. Just saw Godzilla Minus One a couple of nights ago. In general, my experience has been quite positive. Their app works great for purchasing tickets and securing seats. The line for snacks isn't terrible (unlike other theaters). This is true whether you're in the "ordinary" line or the "premium" line (A-list, etc.). The people who wait on your are pleasant, usually. The snacks are not cheap, but the cost if pretty standard. (However, if you're an AMC Stubbs member as I am, you quickly get points for discounts on snacks.)
The seats in the theaters are comfortable. The visual and audio are quite fine. It's usually not very crowded unless you're seeing a blockbuster on opening weekend.
Yes, the bathrooms could be restocked more often. But I've never had much of a problem.
Sometimes the soda machines - which allow you to get about a million options - have lost their fizziness. Good to check before you fill up your cup completely.
Parking can be a little crazy if you're trying to get into the lot nearest the theater at busy times. BIG HINT: Park by Penny's and walk a bit and you won't have a problem with parking.
I'm an AMC Stubbs Premiere member (not A-List). I pay a small amount of money each year for certain benefits. If you see 4 or 5 movies year, you break even. More movies and it's a better benefit. My son is an A-List member who pays a monthly fee for unlimited movies. If you see at least one movie a month, as he does, this seems like a good deal.