What’s this, a restaurant review of a movie theater? Movie Tavern is a cinema meant for a luxurious, (affordable,) comfortable experience—not getting the most butts in seats per hour.
From the East Coast to the Midwest, everyone knows that when you really want to have a good time at the movies, with actual, good food, there’s only one option.
Movie Tavern Menu
| Item | Size | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Breakfast | ||
| Stromboli | Sausage, bacon, egg and mixed cheeses in our baked homemade pizza dough | $7.95 |
| Tall in the Saddle Pancakes | 5 large fluffy pancakes served with syrup and whipped butter | $7.50 |
| Chicken and Waffles | A golden belgian waffle with house battered chicken tenders. Served with gravy and maple syrup | $7.95 |
| The All-American | Scrambled eggs served with two bacon strips, two sausage links, homemade salsa and a side of fruit and sourdough toast | $7.75 |
| The Jr. All American | 12 and under only. Scrambled egg served with pancakes and a strip of bacon. Includes a small drink | $5.95 |
| Biscuits & Gravy | 3 hot and fresh biscuits served with homestyle gravy | $5.75 |
| Breakfast of Champions | Steel cut oats served with brown sugar, dried cranberries, pecans and milk on the side | $5.50 |
| Simple Fried Egg Sandwich | 3 fried eggs served with 3 slices of bacon on sourdough toast | $7.75 |
| Side of Sausage or Bacon | 3 links or strips | $2.25 |
| Side of Sourdough Toast | $1.95 | |
| Mimosa | Sunday availability subject to local liquor ordinances | $8.00 |
| Bloody Mary | Sunday availability subject to local liquor ordinances | $8.00 |
| Kid's Entree | ||
| Drinks included for 12 and under only. Add a jr. Popcorn or brownie for $2.00 | ||
| Kid's Cheeseburger | ||
| Kraft Mac-n-Cheese | ||
| Little Cheesy Pizza | ||
| Chicken Tenders | ||
| Kid's Sides | ||
| Drinks included for 12 and under only. Add a jr. Popcorn or brownie for $2.00 | ||
| Carrot & Celery Sticks | ||
| French Fries | ||
| Fresh Fruit | ||
| Kids Green Salad | ||
| Kid's Drinks | ||
| Upgrade a shake, smoothie or frozen lemonade for $2.75 | ||
| Apple Juice | ||
| Milk | ||
| Roy Rogers | ||
| Shirley Temple | ||
| Kids Pick 3 for | $8.95 | |
| Sweets | ||
| Red Velvet Cake | Moist red velvet cake garnished with raspberry and chocolate sauce | |
| Brownie Bottom Pie | $6.75 | |
| Red Velvet Cake | $7.25 | |
| Theater Candy | $4.50 | |
| Freshly Baked Cookie of the Day | $1.25 | |
| Beverages | ||
| Soft Drinks | $4.35 | |
| Bottled Water (20 oz) | $4.95 | |
| Fresh Frozen Lemonade | Original, strawberry, mango or blueberry | $4.95 |
| Coffee | $2.95 | |
| Shakes | Vanilla, chocolate, strawberry or oreo cookie | $5.95 |
| Smoothies | Tropic thunder or berry blast | $5.95 |
About Movie Tavern
Movie Tavern started out in 2001. Their current parent company, Southern Theatres, bought them from Rave Cinemas in 2013, to keep them from going to Cinemark when they purchased Rave.
At the moment, there are 24 Movie Tavern cinemas in 10 states, from Colorado to New York. It’s a real shame food critics tend to overlook them for being different.
Movie Tavern Review
The dining/viewing experience is the reason Movie Tavern exists. The theaters have plenty of space, the seats are heavenly, and with food, it becomes more of a group experience.
The very least you could say for the food is that it’s clearly superior to ordinary movie snacks, but it’s often even better (and cheaper) than whatever your alternative was.
For even more hype for the night’s movie, check for special tie-in menu items (like Grinch Green Apple Soda). Yes, they have alcohol, or popcorn if you’re not as hungry.
Some people complain about waiters blocking the screen, to which I say, “What did you expect?” Why come here if not to be a little distracted by your food?