Houston is a big city where all types of people flock to. So entertainment wise there are a wide variety of things to do and see like going to movies. Here is a list a movie theaters that let you do a little more than just see a movie.
Movie Tavern is the 21st Century version of a drive thru movie with a better view. It gives its guest a unique movie watching experience by letting you order and eat in the theater. With a menu of classic American comfort foods like pizza, hamburgers, hot dogs, French fries, ice cream , milkshakes and much more. The menu prices range is from $2 – $14. For the 21 and older crowd there is a separate drink menu filled with signature margaritas, wine, beer and more. The prices are $3 – $8 for single drink or glass $14 – $27 for pitchers, bottle and drinks to share. If you’re early for movie or love to chat theirs a lounge/full service bar equipped with plasma TVs. That stay tuned to sporting events and other popular programming to keep you entertained while you wait. For your movie and or dinner there are tables in front of each executive high-back leather rocker chair in stadium seated theater. Separate seating is the only glitch for those who are looking for more romantic atmosphere because it will be awkward cuddle or be close. I also don’t recommend this theater for small children because I think they will be to busy moving around since the chairs do swivel to be still and watch the movie. There are two locations Richey Road Movie Tavern 15719 I-45 North Houston, TX 77090 (281)248-8397 and Willowbrook Movie Tavern 18359 Tomball Parkway Houston, TX 77070 (832)678-2171. Call or visit www.movietavern.com for show times.
Angelika Film Center & Café is located in the center of downtown. The foyer modern décor includes a grand high ceiling with a beautiful crystal chandelier wrapped in blue neon. Each theater offers stadium seating and wall to wall screens and surround sound. Definitely a good spot for someone looking to see something different like its art films but it also still plays commercial films if you change your mind. Each Monday Angelika hosts “STUDENT MONDAYS” with a discounted $7.25 ticket a student can enjoy free popcorn with free refills. Then on Friday and Saturday at 11:45 am Angelika features “CRYBABY MATINEE” parents with babies and small children can relax and enjoy the movie with dimmed lights and the sound volume turned down. Changing tables are provided and children under 5 get in FREE! Tickets are $6.25 for children, $7 for seniors, adults are $9.50, and the matinee is $6.25 (Sun-Thur, before 6pm and Fri/Sat/Holidays, before 4pm). Since it is located in downtown the parking is available in the garage underneath the theater. You can choose to validate your parking or use the $ 6 dollars towards purchase of your ticket. Angelika address and number are 510 Texas Avenue (@ Smith St.) Houston, TX 77002. Call (713)225-1470 or visit www.angelikafilmcenter.com for show times .
Edwards Cinema and IMAX has a state of the art 22 screen theater that offers digital 3D films. With lots of digital 3D movies coming soon! Edwards is part of a 360,000 square foot Marq’E Entertainment center that gives you the ability to plan a whole day there. The Marq’E is home to restaurants, clothing stores, a comedy club, dance club and arcades. The Marq’E is nice place for outdoor family day out with abundance to places and things to do for everyone. Tickets costs $9.50 for adults, students pay $8.50, matinee (All shows before 4pm) is $7.50 and for children and seniors are $6.50. To see an IMAX movie it costs $14 for adults, $10 for children and $11 for seniors. There are two locations Edwards Cinema and IMAX at 7620 Katy Freeway, Houston, Texas 77024 call (713)263- 0808 and Edwards Greenway Palace 24 at 3839 Weslayan Houston, TX 77027 call (713) 871-8955. Theater hours are Monday- Friday 11 a.m. – 9 p.m., Saturday 11 a.m. – 11 p.m., and Sunday 11 a.m. – 7 p.m. Call or visit www.fandango.com for show times.
Alamo Draft House strives for a more mature audience of 18 and older. Anyone under 18 has to be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian and no children under 6 years allowed. Except for “Baby Day” or “All Ages, with parent” designated shows. Every Tuesday “Baby Day” admission is free for children under 6 years old and the lights are left little brighter and the volume turned down. “All Ages” are films allowing all ages to attend, even if not accompanied by a parent or legal guardian. BUT “All Ages, with parent” films must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian. Call (281)920-9268 or check the website www.drafthouse.com to see the fun filled calendar, show times, and daily events. They even have plenty options that you can WATCH FOR FREE! Like the TV shows LOST and 24 in HD, its featured anime, Troma films, even karaoke and lots more. Alamo also offers a full bar and menu in which you can order and eat during the movie. The only complaint I could find is because that it’s one of the older theaters which means so is the screens and the stadium seating. Tickets are $9.25 for Adults, $8.25 for seniors, $7.50 for students, and $ 6.25 for children. It’s open on Mon 12am-2am, 4pm-2am; Tue-Sat 4pm-2am; Sun 4pm-12am and located at 1000 W Oaks Mall Houston, TX 77082 (281) 920-9211 for general info.
Fun Plex (The Grand Event) attraction is it galore of indoor activities for children such as go karts, skating, rides, play port, movies, and much more. Including plenty of places to eat with five food courts with pizzas, Hot-Dogs, Cotton Candy, Funnel Cakes, Corn Dogs, Fresh Squeezed Lemonade, Ice Cream, Egg Rolls, Shish Kabobs, Burgers, BBQ, Popcorn and many more that can certainly satisfy little finicky appetites The movie theater is limited to playing only two movies that are child appropriate . Children will go crazy in this place and it’s affordable! To experience all the activities once it’s only $25 or flat fee $5 for the movies. Fun Plex theater is open Friday 5 PM to Midnight, Saturday 11 AM to Midnight, Sunday 12 PM to 9 PM and located at 13700 Beechnut St Houston, TX 77083. Call 281-530-7777 or visit www.thegrandevent.net for show times.
