Alamo Drafthouse Cinema

2548 Central Park Ave, Yonkers, NY 10710, USA

Address:	2548 Central Park Ave, Yonkers, NY 10710, USA
Phone:	+1 914-226-3082
Site:	drafthouse.com
Rating:	4.4

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Michael Quesada

I really enjoy this establishment. The total experience makes me enjoy going to the movies again. You get to reserve your seat beforehand and the chairs are all large, spacious, and extremely comfortable. I prefer that they are fixed, rather then recline, since they are already positioned at an ideal viewing angle. The slope of the theater makes it such that no seat is blocked by other theater goers in front of you, even when they hunch over to eat their food at the table located on each row. Oh, thats right, they serve food...lots of it, and all surprisingly well made and tasty. From gastro-pub fare like burgers, fish and chips, wings and personal pizza..to seasonal items like samosas or avocado toast. Decent amount of vegetarian options to snack that dont include just popcorn or candy, such as hummus, salads, fried pickles and a few other nice surprises. And to wash all this down with, you have a robust beer and wine menu. Besides what they have in bottles, they also have a rotating list of about 20 craft beer on tap with a knowledgeable server behind the bar who can help you go on whatever flavor adventure you desire. Im pretty sure growlers are even an option with reduced refills...which means plan accordingly to come with friends and not be the designated driver. Food and drink service are provided through out the movie with servers periodically checking to see if you have left any orders on paper which you stand up at your table. The movie watching experience is a pleasure. There is a strict no cell phone use policy that includes checking disturbing others with your screens bright light as you text or update social media compulsively. Also no talking is a allowed. One warning will be given before you are asked to leave without refund. As for the picture and sound, the technology is all tricked out and top notch. Super clear picture and dynamic sound. This is awesome for regular pictures, but I find particularly a treat for the reshowings of old and classic movies which get to relive their heyday on the big screen for new or old fans to enjoy. Check your local website and you will constantly see a rotating list of old movies they do these viewings for. I feel the movie magic I used to feel as a kid when Im here, along with my newfound adult benefits likes alcohol and food service to feast on. Just positive things and energy going on here. My one complaint would be that once the movie starts, the service to your table can slow to a crawl, so try and get your total order in when you can. A way around this would be to show up early and order your food early so you can enjoy it before the movie starts...which is probably a solid play in general since you wont be allowed access to the theater if you arrive late anyway. Great times all around...well done.

Ramy stein

Why havent movie theaters been like this all along? I sat in what was like a sofa for a chair. There were food and drinks served by a waitstaff the entire time the movie played. They actually have a rule they are proud to let know they strictkly enforce of ejecting any unruly, rude and/or obnoxious visitors. Assigned seating which they give you an option of where you want to sit prior to going into the theater and even bring up on a screen for you what seats are still available for you if you buy your tickets in person before the movie. Did I mention the food? Its phenomenal! I had a veggie burger version of the avocado and pesto burger and i am now feeling disappointed in the veggie burgers Ive been having of late whenever I go out. I went on the 3rd day it was open so it was quite a treat to be there before people get to know about how awesome this place is. My friend and I already have plans to go back tomorrow night and catch another movie. There are events planned to come up in the future including 80s Night where they just play 80s music videos while you party in the aisles. I really love the mix of new and old movie options they give you, and from what I saw so far and heard from the owner (who has been showing up each night to thank people for coming before their movie starts) it is always changing, so you need to keep on top of the calendar. I really did enjoy my first visit and look forward to many, many more trips to this theater.

youcantseecc

Usually this place is my go-to spot for movies. Love the Policies, love the Herb Parmesan & Aiolo fries, love the Mexican Vanilla Milk Shake! Unfortunately my latest visit was extremely underwhelming & disappointing. Went to see Amy Schumers Trainwreck, Discount Tuesday, 7:15pm show. 1st, the ticket machine printer wasnt working, so a huge line formed in the lobby for everyone having the same issue. 2nd, our server didnt come to greet us or take our orders until AFTER the movie began. This usually happens 10-15 minutes before the start, but not tonight. 3rd, it literally took over an hour for us to receive 2 bottles of water & when it finally came, they were Peligrinos instead (the correction was made after.) After making it 3 quarters of the way into the film, still no food. I had to cancel our food order. I will say that the saving grace was that the covering Manager for the evening was very accommodating and professional. He did remove the charge from our bill and even gave us our waters "on the house." Credit it to maybe being understaffed for the night? Not sure. We were one of the larger auditoriums, and it was seemingly a sell out, so the kitchen may have been backed up, but I would hope they wouldve been prepared for a situation like this. The kicker of the night though was that the couple next to us had their bare feet all over the table in front of us, rubbing them. CANT BE SANITARY. Ill be back, but definitely a downer of a night.

krystle arroyo

Ive been here about a dozen times, and each experience was great. I generally do not care to visit theaters on super busy nights (weekends and premieres) because I feel the the services will not be what I hope for, therefore my review will be for other evenings, afternoons, etc. I always arrive at least 30 mins early (as suggested) so that I can pick out what new draft beer I will be tasting that evening. While they have a full bar, I like to try out the new local beers as they often change. Im familiar with the ordering process by now, but my first time was explained to me by both our server and the on-screen instructions that play several times before the movie begins. I have enjoyed everything I have ordered here (pizza, chicken wrap, and similar options) and have yet to find fault with this establishment. One evening, which ordering my tickets, a group of twenty-somethings arrived late for a show. It is their policy not to allow people to come in late, and the group was kindly, but firmly, told this. I appreciated this, as I had wondered if this was a policy they adhered to. I particularly enjoy the theme nights/quote alongs. They theaters vary in size, with occupancies varying from 54 to 226; a point I enjoy. It tells me how popular a movie/showtime is by the size of the theater. Finally, the bathrooms have always been clean and well equipped whenever I have visited.