Balboa Theatre, San Francisco, California Restaurant Details

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This theatre brings back to my childhood!!
The only downfall is that since it only displays two movies at a time, sometimes I'm forced to go to the Century at Daly City.
Either way, I really love this cinema. It is also near my house.

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Classic, old-school movie house. The New Mission Theater may be gutted, but this one-house gem will live forever. Damn the man, keep the Balboa! Save San Francisco from itself and it's inhabitants.

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This movie theater is fantastic! It has a very old school vibe that gives it a charm most other theaters don't have. They play two movies at a time and often offer movies that are not showing in other theaters in the city. They have a fantastic snack bar and allow adults to get child size popcorn. I would travel the extra distance to get to this theater over the larger ones found throughout the city.

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I don't quite understand the reviews posted recently that criticize the seating - which locals and regulars probably know was upgraded in the past year or so. The seats are not plush like some of the AMC theaters, but they're comfortable enough and there's more than adequate legroom. The 2 theaters are relatively small and you can't expect the big screen and sound of a large modern cineplex, but it sure beats a netflix video on a home system, and the selection of first-run movies is surprisingly good. The theater is also located in a small commercial section of Balboa with a few (mediocre) restaurants and coffee shops.

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My roommate and I went recently to watch Indiana Jones: Raiders of the Lost Ark (my favorite, and I think the best one out of all three.. YES three..). It was $10.00 and it came with small popcorn and a drink. Not a bad deal for a showing at 10 am.

The seating is good in comparison to the size and location of the screen. There's "stadium" seating in the back for those who want some elevation. Otherwise, the seats below are fine.

I'm so lucky to live nearby two independent theaters. They're worth walking to instead of taking the Dirty-8 all the way downtown for overpriced theaters. (Side note: 3D is expensive! I think patrons should get a discount if they bring their own glasses...)

And congrats to this theater for a successful Kickstarter campaign on going digital! Check their website for special events and special offers.