Blue Starlite Drive-in Central

We really tried to like this experience, but it was just not good in any way. Could forgive, or even appreciate the backyard meets burning man vibe of the place, unfortunately… - Let’s talk about the screens, they are smallish which would be okay but the one we tried to watch was waving in the slightest breeze and had something pressed against the back that made it less than flat. - The audio was awful, my car has an excellent stereo system but the audio coming over the radio station was so distorted that a lot of the dialogue was inaudible. - Focus, the projector was out of focus, not so bad that it was unwatchable but super annoying. - Concessions wise the popcorn was okay but the drinks were basically room temperature. Considering all the negatives, $35 for two people is outrageous. We agreed that it would have been a better experience to sit in our car in our driveway with an iPad on the dashboard. We left after 20min in order to not ruin the movie. There was one positive, everyone working there was very nice.

If you don't mind a screen that has been stabbed, run over by a truck, and hung loosely, this is the drive-in for you. I'm not even sure they had a bathroom here. VFW had one so we bought some drinks and used theirs, but they closed halfway through the movie. Bring mosquito repellant. Atmosphere was reminiscent of a makeshift homeless camp. We wanted to share some American experiences with our visitors from England, and this one was embarrassing! (But definitely "memorable", lol!) If you expect any semblance of quality, try a different drive-in.

If you are looking for top-notch technology, this is not your place , but if you're looking for a fun evening out, this is it. Swing by the VFW for a pre- movie beverage. The sound came through good on the radio, and they had 🍿 fun night.

My expectations were higher than what we got. It's a make shift drive-in. there are like 3 screens attached to some poles. way in the back, there's a bigger screen for the most popular movie.... I'm guessing. I wish I had more positive things to say. it's unique. .... it's ok. we left halfway through the movie.

i enjoyed seeing a body horror movie at blue star lite. the screens are larger at the downtown location, but this was a quaint spot. we used a handheld radio instead of car speakers which was nice of them to provide in exchange for an ID. all in all a good experience.

THIRTY-FOUR DOLLARS for two people?! This was a 3-star until my husband told me the price. If it were $5/pp, it’d be a fairly cute, slightly sketchy, retro experience that’s bad-in-an-ironically-fun-way. But if you’re charging MORE than a normal theater, you get compared to that. The small screen where we saw our movie is like a 6x6 ft sheet poorly duct taped to the side of an old tow-behind. The sheet is wrinkled at all times and blows freely in the wind. At one point half the screen folded up on itself. The larger screen was much bigger but not nearly as large as you’d expect for a drive-in theater. The concession stand had stale pre-bagged popcorn and was completely overgrown with weeds. The area around the bathrooms was also overgrown and my husband stepped in a stinging nettle bush, the pain of which he compared to a wasp sting. If there were paths through the weeds we couldn’t see them. Also there’s no world in which this location is “central”. We went to the old location of Airport years ago and it was awesome. Sad to see this is what they came to when they moved. And again - if the price was fair then the novelty and quaintness might win out. But it’s so expensive that it almost feels like getting scammed.

If you want a unique and off-beat experience, this is a fit. It reminds me small festival/backyard vibe that you have to be flexible and open minded. My wife and I went to watch a late movie and really enjoyed our time. You already know what a cinema experience is about, so just know this isn't that. This is a lot looser, but great experience. Will definitely be back to watch another movie.

We really enjoyed the drive-in theater showing of Elf. The location was easy to get to and there was no problem parking. We bought some snacks and kicked back for the movie. Lots of fun.

*visited October 2021* What a fun unique experience!!! We watch Frankenstien in the forest area. They have so many screens to set up to choose from and even private options! Popcorn, sodas, and treats for sale & you even get 1 item included per ticket! I definitely reccomend if you're looking for a different way to enjoy a date night out or even a summer family movie! We loved all the options they had for Halloween

This is so Austin and I love it Our movie started at 7 and we arrived around 6:40, which was perfect timing. We parked on the front row and brought our own snacks and beverages. There is a bathroom if needed and everyone abided by the rules and kept their lights off. Great way to end Valentines Day. I did take a star away as I wish the screen was a little bigger and there was also a few screen interruptions which I figured was due to the wind. I'll definitely do it again.

I actually went to the blue starlight on 300 San Antonio St. in downtown Austin but that one doesn't appear on Yelp so reviewing it here. It's a very cute idea, and there are 2 screens for movies showing at a time. The screens are not huge, they're about the size of a projector screen in a typical classroom. But it's big enough that you can see just fine. You hear the audio by tuning into a radio station that the folks tell you on arrival, and the ticket purchase comes with complimentary candy or popcorn. The movie area itself is at the top of a parking garage so you have to circle a bit to get up there and find it but it was easy to spot afterward. There were about 6-7 other cars there the night we went, they ask everyone to turn off their headlights and you watch like that from the car. We had a very nice time and loved our movie ("Eternal sunshine of the spotless mind"). Would def recommend going as a date option or just for fun with friends :)

Blue Starlite Mini Urban Drive In on the rooftop of the San Antonio garage in downtown Austin was so fun! I've been to the original Blue Starlite but like the rooftop better! There are 2 screens here. Friendly staff and fun evening.

I love this place! It's so cute and a great way to have a movie experience. We saw Marcel the Shell with Shoes On, and I'm glad we saw it here than at a regular theater, gave the movie a little something extra special. Definitely not a place to go all the time since the pricing is higher than typical for two people, but absolutely wonderful for an extra treat. Staff is right at the entrance and they were super friendly and helpful and got us situated right away. We weren't the first ones there, so we had to park behind some other cars, but that was totally fine. All the cars in front of us were small enough to not be a problem, and we were in a little Prius. A car that showed up just before the show started took a while to turn their headlights off, which was annoying, but a staff member got them together early enough to not terribly impact our experience. We'll be back!

Such a unique movie theater experience! I have been to this location multiple times around sunset and it's always gorgeous around that time surrounded by the downtown high rises. The staff is friendly and helpful and the movie quality is decent. I haven't been to many drive-ins in general, but I usually get the vibe that they're crowded and noisy. This location is small and usually not too busy, being in your car listening to the movie audio come out of the radio really makes it seem like you and your company are the only people there. The audio sometimes has difficulty, but the staff will try to accommodate as much as possible and have even given us free tickets to another movie when the audio was busted for a few minutes! Super cute date night and just an interesting and personal experience overall. Wouldn't come for every movie but every now and again is always a treat!

-1 purchased tickets showed up to a empty lot contacted every customer service method I could. Wouldn't recommend anyone to waste their time or money on this bootleg movie company. Also going to leave the attached photo. This company surely won't be around 15 years from now and it's going to be the customer service that ends them. Update: refund has been processed after threats to report them to the BBB and federal trade commission, their customer service is still shitty. When you try to call and hit 9 ( to speak with someone) it hangs up not sure if that's how it's supposed to work? but it would be nice if there was a message that said no one is available to take your call. I left about 10 different comments on their Instagram posts and got ignored because their were later posts made after my comments. Supposedly there were issues due to weather and they forgot to reach out to the customers who purchased with fandango (which is what pops up to buy tickets) because contact details aren't provided through that platform. How difficult would it have been to post a message to their IG stating they wouldn't be able to show any movies that weekend? I mean they were posting everything else. Even with the offer of a free movie I wouldn't waste my time with the companies. I'll stick to the professionals!nor would I recommend anyone I come in contact with to spend their money at this company.

My boyfriend and I came here on a date and I LOVED IT! The check-in process was super fast. The drive in is on top of a parking garage in downtown Austin. After you go up 6 floors, the top floor has two screens. I got to see a double feature of X and Pearl. I brought my own snacks but they do have snacks you can buy on the spot. I did end up purchasing a bag of popcorn, cherry coke and a coke. Next time I will definitely bring a blanket and more snacks! But I will be coming back for sure!

Had such a great time going to this drive in for the first time! I went to the downtown location and I love that that was an experience itself. You get the skyline around while watching a movie on the big screen. And if you get there early enough, you can back your car into the first row and relax in the trunk. The only issue I had was having to leave the car on to catch the audio through my radio so it would be great to have an option to catch the audio maybe through a phone or another device.

We were visiting Austin and found this driving by chance. We had a great time watching one of our favorite classics--Ghostbusters. The owner was the most pleasant guy! Can't wait to go back!

Drive-in... COMEDY! In a pivot as good as any, Blue Starlite has expanded their drive-in offerings to include live stand up. It's clever and somehow works, even though, you do, indeed, stay in your car. The three comedians I saw this past Sat were a hoot and a half. More impressive was the fact that they essentially do their set to a silent audience - you flash your lights in place of laughter! They stand on a ladder (sweating) in front of a handful of 'mobiles and tell jokes into a mic while we all listen via our radios inside the comfort of our cars with the A/C, snacks, and beverages! For $30ish dollars for two people in one car (that includes a candy and popcorn), it might be my fave outside of the house activity that has resulted from COVID creativity. (You can add more people by buying add-on tickets.)

This place is adorable. We went to a walk-in movie, a smaller screen behind the drive-in portion. It's all outside in the woods and there were tons of cute strings of lights. There were also spooky decorations which they kept up for Friday the Thirteenth, presumably. We saw Jason Lives aka Friday the 13th VI (six). We were outside, in the woods, watching a movie about people getting murdered in the woods. As if that wasn't fun enough, there was a smoke machine, too, which seemed timed to start right before someone got murdered. It was really fun. Admission includes candy, popcorn, and a drink. They're taking social distancing seriously. You can text with concerns, order additional concessions on the website for contactless payment. They also direct traffic well. A really cool experience overall experience. We need one of this in Buffalo.

We were disappointed with the size of the screen, it was really small and the best option to park, being the middle, has the projector, so you couldn't see if you parked behind it. The screen was pretty low so the cars parked in front of us blocked the bottom of the screen. It's a bummer because you pay a fee for the car and then $15 per extra person in the car... kind of steep for not the best viewing experience.

This is not a true drive in. It's a backyard with plastic tarps up. When I drove up I was shocked. I was even more shocked when I found out my "drive-in" movie was actually not a drive in and I had to sit outside. How is that a drive-in? I left annoyed because I had been looking forward to my drove in movie. No movie. No drive in experience. Never again. I asked for a refund and will update once I hear back.

I would not reccomend this drive in. We saw "Cabin Fever" in the woods. Great concept, poorly executed. I understand with COVID things are a bit wonky right now. Our show was initially cancelled and was a hassle to get in contact with them to figure out when the show would rescheduled. I can understand this. When we got to the drive in (an hour early to make sure that there was no complication with our ticket), we were rudely greeted by the managment and felt relatively unwelcomed. Concessions were a joke. Popcorn was brought into the establishment in thin bags on the flatbed of a truck (Super unsanitary). The first round of concessions was well priced. For $30 we got 2 tickets, 2 boxes of candy, 2 warm cans of soda and a bag of this unsanitary popcorn. After this, the warm cans of soda were $3.50 each. Highway robbery. The setting of the movie was pretty cool though. Seeing a movie about camping in the woods IN the woods is pretty hard to beat. I would reccomend it. However, the movie shouldnt be played off of a streaming service on a cell phone using best buy prosumer electronics where it will shut off half way through the movie, and customers need to find a worker to come fix it... Go to Docs instead. Professional on every level.

Super fun venue! Staff is incredibly friendly and welcoming. We came as a group with our Ford f100 car club and they let us park all together in the front row. This is perfect for families, group events or date night. You can BYOB, bring coolers or outside food. They have concession trailers with snacks and drinks. Please purchase something from them as this is part of what helps keep this business going.

This is a pretty cool concept. They did a fairly good job packing us all in there evenly so there wasn't a lot of extra space but it didn't feel cramped either. They have popcorn and candy with our admission which was a nice little surprise.I just kinda wish their movie selection was a little bigger

So cute for a date!! staff was accommodating and polite easy to find too they movie we saw was pretty much empty and got a whole view of downtown

This drive-in theater is pretty cool and I love its charm. I was pretty bummed to learn that this location is closing down. When I received news that they were extending their run by showing Valentines Day themed movies, I knew I had to take advantage of this time to see a movie. I am a big fan of the movie Sixteen Candles with Molly Ringwald so I came in on a Tuesday night. I made sure I bought my tickets in advance. They played Mannequin then Sixteen Candles. As soon as I pulled in (I was a bit early), I was greeted by a passing car who instructed me on how to come in. I then waited by the neon blue light to show my tickets. It's so convenient that you can show your tickets on your phone. That's always a plus in my book! They will direct you to a slot based on availability and size of your vehicle. We got to park right in front. Yea! We bought a concession package that came with popcorn and a box of candy so we walked to the trailer to pick up our items. You are able to bring in your own food and beverages as well. The guys who work here are very helpful. The speakers are pretty loud right up front. I still wanted to have my radio on just to totally get into it since I had all the windows up. The vintage clips before the movie started were awesome! I loved the clip of Violet giving Charlie Brown a day old valentine and how Schroeder was so upset by it. Memories! The whole experience was pretty awesome. I have not watched a movie at the drive-in so I made sure I took advantage of this opportunity. I missed the chance so many times so I did not want to miss this. They will be opening up a location in South Austin next month so this isn't the end for Blue Starlite.

Fantastic! I had originally planned to attend monster movies here during last October, but a change in ability to attend prevented me from watching monster movies galore. I was crushed. Last night made up for everything. Scrambling to the car, speaker on, full of hot dogs, on comes the double feature of two of my very favorite films, Idiocracy and Escape From New York. I can basically recite every line from Escape, but it had been awhile for Idiocracy. This is truely an Austin experience. While it is hard to find in the dark so use a GPS. They are going to move, and I will be following them to their new location, no matter where that is.

This place is so cute and intimate. We saw a movie in their forest location. A couple of suggestions for when you do outside seating. 1. It should be warned to bring/wear bug spray. Or even better have their space be treated. I'm not a big fan of bugs and was paranoid that a bug could easily get in my drink AND was bit numerously by mosquitos. It was a lot fun to be in a deeper wooded setting as an owl flew overhead before the show and was gorgeous. I was just super uncomfortable with all the bugs. 2. Bring something to wipe the tables down. They're not wiped down beforehand. Maybe after the last showing but certainly not before you sit down. 3. Check the weather but always bring a blanket and hot chocolate in a thermos. 4. We ordered our food when we arrived but it took nearly an hour to arrive and was cold. Wasn't sure if there was a lack of communication when food was ready. The dessert donut was warm though. Also mentioning the menu. I think it's not clear at this location if you order dinner and a movie it's the full menu (so hamburgers instead of only hotdogs). I wish when purchasing tickets on the forest screen it's a lot clearer of what is to be served. Simply just copy and paste a specific menu when advertising. Probably would be best to bring several snacks while waiting for your food. 5. I had to run to the bathroom in the middle of the show and it was confusing path. There's several string lights but in the dark it looks like you go to a dead end but instead have to duck underneath a tarp and walk underneath the drive in screen. I had to use my phone to figure out more of my path. It would be better if the pathway lights could be a little clearer. Maybe have a color pattern? Red means out this way to the bathroom? Or maybe all pathways be the same color? The blue middle lights flickered on and off in a pattern all night and were highly distracting during the movie. Maybe just leave them on rather than flicker. It sounds like I'm complaining but I hope this more of constructive criticism. I suffer with "new place anxiety"and felt I wasn't prepared. My partner and I enjoyed ourselves but we'll definitely be a bit more prepared if we sit outside again. I'm hoping someone will read this and take the necessary measure so they're night is more enjoyable.

Oh my gosh! Cutest piece of Americana found in Austin! You ever wanted a slice of old school history, movies, popcorn, hot dogs and more? Well, you're in luck! Blue Starlite Mini Urban Drive is here in Austin city limits to show you a great fun time! I'm so glad I had the opportunity to scope out what they're all about and it's such a blast! Picnic tables and patio chairs out front with speakers, or tune in via a radio station to listen along in your car! Snacks in car and cozy up with friends and family for a fun, affordable movie night! Hubs and I nommed on hot dogs and some popcorn and watched Idiocracy! Hilarious especially with our 2017 election activities taking place! I'm stoked and will rave forever how 2017 can still hold awesomeness with a place like this! Abundant parking and a bit hard to find if in the dark, but google maps led us to the right place! When they move, we're sure to venture out for a good time as I frequently see movie theme events taking place! Well done Blue Starlite! :)

This is a really neat place. I was too young to remember the last time I was at a drive in. They've got a snack bar with an assortment of goodies to munch on while enjoying a movie. It's very old school. They've got speakers that you can hang in your window. The 2 I tried didn't work though. They've got an option where you can tune your radio to a certain station and hear the movie that way as well. The concession worker and projector attendant were so nice and seemed to enjoy what they were doing. They will be moving to Buda soon and I'm sure I'll still visit them cause this was a real treat!

Still awesome, even in its new digs. Decided to write an update to my original review since the Blue Starlite has moved to just outside the southern border of the Austin city limits. I actually like the new locale even better as it's more 'countrified' and is downright pretty. Went to see 'Blade Runner' and was not disappointed in the personable staff or the quality of the movie. In fact, the bathrooms have been upgraded from port-a-potties to a rather nice and well ventilated port-a-trailer. ;-) As before, the only cautionary note I have is that you are outdoors, and out of courtesy you shouldn't be leaving your car engine on during the movie. That means no air conditioning, which I'm OK with this for most of the year (just leave the window down).

This was my first Drive-In Movie experience EVER. When I saw they were having a double feature of The Goonies and The Never Ending Story it was a no brainer. Two great movies from my childhood. We weren't sure what to expect but it turned out to be a really cute and kitschy place. There are decorations all around the front as you head towards the big screen in back. There is a concession stand trailer and a portable air conditioned restroom. They sell all of the necessary candies, sodas, and even a s'mores kit. The owner talked to us a couple of times and he was super friendly and enthusiastic about the place and thanked us for coming. Very nice and welcoming place. Great place for families but perfect for hipsters, of which there are too many to count in Austin, as well. Goonies Never Say Die.

Would not recommend. We bought tickets to the Batman movie which was showing in a parking deck in downtown Austin. The movie started at 7:00, where cars were taking up 2 parking spots for their 1 vehicle so we were stuck in the back row of the parking deck. The 360 view of the city is nice but the lights from the city cause the particularly small screen to be extremely dark and hard to see. I would have expected a much larger screen. Did not enjoy and left early.

We went for Valentine's Day last night and there were some issues. 1. The screen was really dirty (picture attached). Seems like an easy enough thing to fix.. just wash it off! If we're going to pay $50 for a movie, al least take the time to make sure your screen is acceptable. 2. At 2pm, day of the show, they notified us that the movie time was changed from 7 to 6. This was an issue for us because we both work. So, instead of having time for dinner before the show we had to request to leave work early, rush home and rush to the show. 3. The screen deflated half way through the show. They fixed it within 5 minutes.. but COME ON... you have one job...

This is one of its kind place in Austin. I love the concept and all the 50's and 60's commercials they play before the start of the movie. There is a food truck which serves as a concession stand. There is ample parking place to park and enjoy the movie, and if u desire to watch it out of your car then there are few benches in the front to relax n enjoy. There are bunch of speakers all around the parking space and the audio can even be played in local FM 103.9 station. Its a fun place for date night and even good with the entire family.

Super fun. Very convenient to get to. I liked how well staffed the theater was and explained where to go. Will go again once they air twilight.

What a quintessentially Austin place. After living here for almost a decade, it's hard to find businesses that still have that quirky, charming, old Austin feel. Blue Starlite nails it. It's a multi-screen, drive-in theatre, complete with bathrooms and food truck all within what I assume to be someone's backyard. There's a small station for concessions like candy, drinks, and popcorn. The radio sound is also pretty great if you're concerned about that. My one con is that the large cars in the back rule isn't really stuck to, but it would be hard for the car "ushers" to plan for that anyway with the lack of space. Just get there early to stake out a good spot and watch their pre-show. Leaving the lot seemed like it was going to be a mess, but the car ushers helped guide everyone out. Admittedly, we haven't been back in some time since the previous food truck owner parted ways. She was incredibly talented and made some of the best food I have eaten my life, not exaggerating. The themed dinner theaters were so fun and inventive. What she was able to produce out of that tiny trailer was truly incredible.

We had such a great time at Blue Starlite and I really suggest it for a fun night out. My family did it a little different by renting the "forest" screen for our own private viewing so we could sit outside our car (which is otherwise restricted due to virus mitigation on main screens). The screen, sound, seats and service were all great so I hope to do it with a group of friends sometime. Awesome place!

This is a review for the Blue Starlite temporary downtown location on San Antonio. We went with a group of friends and each got our own ticket/car slot. The venue has strict rules (no getting out of your car unless walking to the restroom, car windows 75% up, etc.), so you can't really catch up with friends but it's all for the best/safety! Concessions are a little pricey and you can order on the spot. They have two screens and you have to listen in on FM radio. It's kinda cool to be downtown at a drive-in!

This place is such a treasure! Didn't even know they existed until I saw a Groupon, so glad I bought it. We roasted smores, had popcorn and soda, and tuned in to the right radio station to watch an old movie! Staff was super nice and we had the best date night :)

Got to check out Starlite's new digs last weekend at a private charity event. That's how I fight cancer, btw, by going to the drive in and/or shooting big guns, thanks to the fundraising genius of Karen B. It's a tough fight, but I'm up to it. And, while I loved the feeling of having the drive in all to myself, I woulda liked to have seen more folks out there fighting cancer....not mentioning names but cougheveryonereadingthisbutMelissaAandHeatherFcough.... Guilt trip aside, I'm on the fence about this new place. It's difficult to find first off. The actual address will lead you into the Austin Movie Studios lot but you gotta go a bit farther east on 51st and turn in right before the water tower. There are fancy handmade poster signs to lead the way. Second, as Melissa A said upon arrival, it's like "surface of the moon" desolate. Just a massive concrete parking lot with an inflatable screen popping up like the monolith in "2001 Space Odyssey". It's fairly desolate, esp with a small crowd, ahem. I don't know if it was because this was a smaller private event, but the other location had some funky cute vintage airline seats and airplane/truck kiddie seats (not to mention actual indoor bathrooms). This one has nothing but the old time speakers and on this evening one food truck and another Starlite concession truck. I would love to see this place with more food trucks and fun decoration. These days, anybody can put up an inflatable screen. They do it at the pools, parks and trailers around town. I don't see how Blue Starlite can compete without some Austin weird and some food. On the up side, I had a great time here. We had us a gorgeous sunset, unencumbered by trees and buildings, and a nice light breeze followed by a full moon, filling me with good feelings of nostalgia and the desire to get nekkid, but maybe that's just me. A breeze and full moon always has that affect on me...add wine and ..........maybe I was a werewolf in another life. I'll have to return here on a "regular" nite to see if it's any different, or better yet, rent it out for a private clothing optional viewing...maybe of The Howling. Anybody got more cancer to fight???

Yes, this adorable and super old-school Austin place exists. I'm ashamed we're just discovering it. Awesome layout, amazing staff and even better experience. Although they have a few items for sale to eat and drink you're welcome to bring your own food and drink (beer too) - so we did! Very laid back, we went in our pajamas. Everything you need is RIGHT there. It's crazy charming and basically built in someone back yard. Definitely going again and bringing friends and family.

I've been twice now, two weekends in a row! Julian has been the one directing traffic and giving instructions, and he's been very helpful and hospitable. There are on-site restrooms (fancy port a potties) which are clean and functional. The audio has been through the radio. When I asked Julian about water, he bright me 3 bottles of free water! You can tip them on Venmo using @bluestarlite3.

Staff was SO NICE! There were a couple bigger cars in front of us slightly obstructing the view, but we didn't complain cause we could still see the screen pretty well. A staff came up to us to check on us & our view-- we said we were fine, but it's the thought that counts! Then mid movie he brought us some donut holes on the house due to our obstructed view-- so kind! He seemed like the type of guy that just likes to make people's day, great experience!

Yes I am a fan! Blue Starlite Drive-in brought back memories when my parents would take my cousins and I during the weekend. We would bring numerous snacks, candies, sodas and our blankies as we hang out under the stars. So much fun! For the month of October, Blue Starlite celebrates Halloweeney featuring family friendly "scary movies" like Adams Family (which is definitely one of my faves!). It shows classic movies, featuring either double or single movie nights so make sure to go online to check the schedule first hand. We purchased our tickets on Groupon which is a score. Movie options are walk-ins and vehicle drive in with snack upgrades options. We chose the walk-ins tickets with 2 free popcorns. At first we weren't exactly sure how far the parking will be but to our surprise, it's right inside the lot! They also have lawn chairs and picnic tables available which are all first come first serve. We brought our beach chairs and blankets just in case but we got there early enough to snag one of the best seats. It's also Bring Your Own anything that'll make you comfortable- BYOB, BYOD(dinner), BYOS(snacks) which is an absolute plus. The location is big and there are only porter potties available. There is also a decent size trailer used as a concession stand. Finally, customer service is good; the employees are very helpful. Love this place! Blue Starlite creates a real relaxed, family friendly vibe. Again, I am a fan!

This place is a hidden gem! We went last night for our anniversary and had a fantastic time. The staff is amazing & they have taken every Covid precaution possible, which really put us at ease. We had a blast at the Forest screen and the cost of admission also included candy, popcorn & soda. It was the perfect outdoor date & we can't wait to go back!

The staff here is doing a really good job keeping it so that everyone can see while sitting in lawn chairs behind their cars, or sitting in the back of their SUV/hatchback/truck. Dog friendly on a leash (no asshole dogs barking it up so far). I can hear cicadas and owls and other country sounds with a nice breeze. BYOB/food. They have a concession trailer. So far, pretty darn good. There's a huge lawn chair area (walk ins are okay) area in front of the screen. We're on the back row for "big ass cars." I have a Nissan Armada, and am pretty darn good at camping in it anyway... so this is great. FM radio broadcast. There's a bathroom in an RV type structure, clean spot with extra hand sanitizer by the sink. I was at the double feature with the Big Lebowski and Half Baked for 420. The Big Lebowski looked great, but the image for Half Baked was cut off 1/4 part of the screen on the right side and the bottom. Very disappointing that heads were cut off at times!!! Nevertheless, I love the movie and just watched anyway while many people left. Because of this I rate 4 stars instead of 5. I would still go back, the atmosphere was great!

Such a cute thing to do especially during COVID! Love this and all the sweet love that went into it.

This deserves an update: For one, they moved from their original location to a super sneaky spot off E 51st, just east of the HEB at Mueller. It's kind of hard to find at night, but just look for the signs. They are in a pretty industrial area. You can also see downtown from just sitting there viewing the screen. Prices are still totally reasonable. They still offer chairs if you want to get there early and not sit in your car, like a legit drive-in. You can also bring your own chairs. I've actually never sat in the car to watch a movie, even when it was in the 30s and we were freezing our nalgas off while enjoying THREE Harry Potter movies back to back to back. I love Blue Starlite, they are always offering great movies and fun themed nights! Unfortunately, I think I only saw port-a-potties this last time. The sound is much better these days, and parking isn't a nightmare like it was when they were on the east side. They have a food cart and other vendors selling collectibles and drinks. Still BYOB, yay! So glad these guys have been able to stay open through all the crazy growth since they first opened. Keep on, keepin' on!

This is a great place to take a date or your family. Beautiful setting and very nice staff. We will come again. I subtracted a star since we paid a lot for the s'mores package and it was very lackluster. Hard marshmallows, stale graham crackers and bottom of the barrel chocolate.

Totally dig this tiny top of the parking garage world they built. Love their covid precautions, the sound is as good as your car's stereo and the view is spectacular. Already booked next weekend's ticket.

Blue Starlite is quaint, it's quirkly, and it's just good wholesome fun. This was one my husband and I's favorite things we did during a trip to Austin. We called ahead because we weren't sure if the SUV we rented would be permitted in to see the film we wanted, but the gentleman answering the phone let us know it would be okay since it was winter and therefore the slow season. So I would say if you have a bigger vehicle, definitely call ahead! We had no issues with ticketing, we purchased at the door and we were able to hook up to the sound using the radio no problem. The setup is a little wonky, but I felt it made it that much more fun. I loved that they had a mix of newer movies and old classics, on the night we went they had a lot of Christmas movies to choose from so we chose Die Hard. We had the best time eating popcorn in the back of the car and enjoying our BYOB. I would definitely recommend this for a fun night out, but just a reminder to bring a blanket if you plan on camping out in the off season!

Was looking for something to soon a Monday night on a last minute trip to Austin...found this amazing little gem!! Did the dinner theater option and we had a blast! Definitely something to experience!

Great experience! Recommend everyone experience the Blue Starlight. Get the concession package- pays for the car to see the movie, popcorn, and 2 boxes of candy. Once you get in and situated, turn your radio on to the channel they give you and get comfy! BYOB is also a big plus!

This place is really cool, there is lots of space to park and it is pretty inexpensive. It is a little hard to find as there are not a lot of signs and it is basically just a large lot in a neighborhood. They have a food truck sort-of-thing there where you can get beer and wine and some food like popcorn, hot dogs, and nachos. The speakers where we parked were not connected but you can tune in your radio to the movie at 94.3, but it is still a little hard to hear. The screen is pretty large and we watched Lethal Weapon from the bed of my truck. Sometimes trains and planes make it hard to hear but hey, you're OUTSIDE. It was a good experience, I would go back. They should put a sign at the turnoff of 1626 so people know they're not lost.

Blue Starlite was such a wonderful oasis such a low time. I moved to Austin completely sight-unseen and KNEW there had to be something else out there other than awesome food. Because my waistline was starting to see the effects of the unlimited supply of breakfast tacos, lunch tacos, $2 Tuesday tacos, snack tacos, dessert tacos. If you cut me open, I'd bleed tacos. Austin's great. Don't get me wrong. I love the epicurean adventures I set forth in Austin. But sometimes, you just need to do something other than stuff your face and sip $11 cocktails. So, in swoops Blue Starlite. As Alfred Hitchcock's greatest groupie, (if that's actually a thing) I saw they were playing a double feature one evening. Non negotiable, I was going. The theatre is tucked away off of Mueller and though I've been here a handful of times, I almost miss the turn in every time. I feel like this may be part of the charm. A treasure off of the beaten path. Blue Starlite's staff has always been courteous and helpful. You can tell they totally buy into the urban, trendiness of this unique spot. They always have such awesome selections. Just over the Christmas holiday, we gathered up my friends for my birthday and cuddled in the bed of my friend's truck with cheese, beer, homemade popcorn and a little bit of Die Hard. Anyone who doesn't believe Die Hard is a fantabulous Christmas movie can go kick rocks. If I could make a recommendation, don't expect to cozy up during one of their summer showings. We all know Texas heat is borderline offensive and it doesn't ease up along with the setting sun. So, imagine. You've got your car off, windows down and Janet Leigh cruising down the west coast highway on the big screen during Psycho and all you can do is wipe the sweat off your brow. Not because this is the intense part of Psycho where she is running away with the money in the rain, but because there is no air flow. It can get a little miserable in the summer time watching movies at the drive in. Pack a travel fan and post it on your dash, perhaps. Other than that, I highly recommend this place. You can actually reserve it for a private event, which is kind of sort of amazing and the best present anyone could give me (hint, hint).