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5.0 of 5 stars.
I went to the Arlington Cinema and Drafthouse for the first time two weeks ago. I was really impressed. I had never been to anything like that and I definitely would go back. The decor is a little…
yelp.com - user review - 06/19/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Seriously awesome. As soon as I found out about its existence, I made a point to get out and experience it myself. I'm totally enamoured. Super cheap tickets, good food and service, strong drinks, and…
yelp.com - user review - 06/16/2008
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This second run movie theater also offers several food selections and a full bar to enjoy while you watch your movie. Don't miss great specials like $1 movie Monday or any of the great live comedy act
kudzu.com - user review - 06/12/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
New menu and grill attached to theater add some tasty treats to the mix. Although I have been a draft house fan since 2000. Stand up shows are amazing there as well. I saw Jeanine Garafalo 20 feet…
yelp.com - user review - 05/27/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Cool place for a date. its grunginess lends to its appeal. Cash only for the movie tix, FYI (at least it was the night i went), but inside the theater they do take cards. It wasn't too busy on a…
yelp.com - user review - 05/27/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The prices of movies here can be as little as one dollar per person, which is amazing for a metro area like DC. They serve food and beer, which are a little expensive, but right in line with what a…
yelp.com - user review - 05/26/2008
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1.0 of 5 stars.
I used to be a regular at the Old Arlington Grill until last Sat. when I found out the owner laid off the very talented Chef Tony and hired some Spanish guy to make crappy food. Chef Tony's menu was…
yelp.com - user review - 05/08/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I'll never forget Britt Ekland doing the crazy naked dance in the original Wickerman or the demented gobbling of the were-Turkey in Blood Freak both of which I saw thanks to the tireless efforts of…
yelp.com - user review - 04/01/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The folks who own the Cinema Draft house have opened a bar/restaurant next door. In the past, this space hasn't had much luck (restaurants haven't lasted very long in the space- ie- "Family My…
yelp.com - user review - 03/27/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
This is a tough place to rate because it sucks, yet I love it. It's probably just because it's such a unique experience and actually adds a social aspect to moviegoing that you don't normally get…
yelp.com - user review - 02/14/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I have no doubt that my feelings for the film that I saw (Lars and the Real Girl) and the price I paid ($1.00) will greatly bias my opinion to what I feel is a great venue for watching that movie that…
yelp.com - user review - 01/22/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
You have to give them props for the concept. How many other places do you know in town where you can watch a show/concert/movie at a theater with a full food and drink menu including alcohol? I went…
yelp.com - user review - 01/13/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
this isnt my favorite theater for most of the reasons already listed but i do like to go for their free advance screenings they have throughout the year. all you have to do is go to the website and…
yelp.com - user review - 01/02/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This is a GREAT place to watch the Washington Redskins. There is no such thing as a bad seat in the house, and they broadcast it in HDTV. So, you feel like you're right in the game. The crowd that…
yelp.com - user review - 12/29/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
We attend the Monday dollar movie, if we didn't catch movies that came out prior. Food is ok, but not all that tasty.
yelp.com - user review - 12/17/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I recently saw Superbad at the Arlington Cinema Draft House and thought it was a super-neat (no pun) experience. Even though the tables and chairs are old and kinda grungy, there's nothing better…
yelp.com - user review - 12/13/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
If you are looking for big theater with amazing surround sound, comfy chairs and stadium seating then the drafthouse is not for you. Its not that bad (in fact the sound is pretty good), but its not…
yelp.com - user review - 12/05/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Finally made it out to this place last weekend to see the Bourne Ultimatum - and I'm sad it took me so long! This place was great! You need to get her a little bit early to get a choice of seats,…
yelp.com - user review - 11/02/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
A fun place to see semi-second-run movies for a reasonable price. Just don't expect anything fancy, like, say, regular movie-theater quality sound--on my last trip to the CDH, they showed us a DVD. (I…
yelp.com - user review - 11/01/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
We went to see Ratatoullie, which we couldn't find playing in "regular theaters" anymore. I was pleased with the prices and will definitely return for their dollar Monday nights. I was overwhelmed…
yelp.com - user review - 10/23/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
After reviewing Foreign Cinema in SF, I realized DC has their own version. Actually, not similar version at all. Total 180. Best for catching second-run movies and downing some greasy, cafeteria…
yelp.com - user review - 10/21/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
this place is awesome! they should have one of these in EVERY city. come on! i can watch 'live free or die hard' with a pitcher of beer besides me with no one yelling at me for making obnoxious drunk…
yelp.com - user review - 10/16/2007
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1.0 of 5 stars.
Great theatre for movies and live acts. It is a HORRENDOUS place to eat. I don't know how you screw up bar food, but they manage to do it. Everything is overpriced and undercooked. My wings were…
yelp.com - user review - 10/08/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This is one of the last (think it is the last), theaters in the DC area where you can catch a flick and drink some booze while you watch it (you have to admit that many movies are better with beer).…
yelp.com - user review - 09/15/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I'm a big fan of the Arlington Draft house. It's one of those places, that for a long time, I kept meaning to check out, but procrastinated. I've seen a bunch of movies there and saw the Upright…
yelp.com - user review - 09/04/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I've been to the Arlington drafthouse twice, once for a stand-up and skit comedy show and once for their dollar movie night. My first star is entirely for the fact that you can see a movie on the big…
yelp.com - user review - 08/08/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Says John Travolta in Pulp Fiction, "It's the little things in Europe that are different...like you can get a beer at a movie." Not sure if that is a precise quote, but you get the gist. I love being…
yelp.com - user review - 08/06/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I went to this joint last night for the first time and was really impressed with the vibe there. You can't go there expecting anything fancy, and you surely can't expect a smorgasbord of food…
yelp.com - user review - 08/04/2007
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1.0 of 5 stars.
great place. I'll wait to return when the smokers move outside.
yelp.com - user review - 08/04/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Cheap tickets and beer...I have never seen anything like this around anywhere. You get beer, cheap, you get a movie (somewhat dated, but still new and for the most part good) and you get to watch &…
yelp.com - user review - 07/28/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Picture this... you see a trailer for a movie such like "Soul Plane" or "Jackass2." You can't stomach spending $10.50 on a movie ticket, only to be bilked $7.00 for a bucket of soda, yet oddly you are…
yelp.com - user review - 07/26/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Saw Hot Fuzz last night for $1 Movie Monday (excellent movie, btw). It's a very unique set up - tables, crappy chairs but you can order food and beer. It's set up more like a comedy lounge than a…
yelp.com - user review - 07/17/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
4.5 stars! Group of us went to see "Hot Fuss" on $1 Monday Nights. http://www.arlingtondrafthouse.com/default.aspx?page=event&eid=448
yelp.com - user review - 07/16/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Came here to see an advanced free screening of "Knocked Up." It pays to subscribe to their newsletters :) I liked the ambiance and set up, but I agree with Tom D. the food is yuck. Let's just say…
yelp.com - user review - 06/06/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The Draft House has ruined all normal movie theaters for me. This place is a second run movie theater, it does not show movies when they come out. When they do show movies varies and is dependent on…
yelp.com - user review - 05/23/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
My friend was upset he didn't get a chance to see Grindhouse yet, and was really excited to find it playing here. Neither of us had ever been here or had heard of it until he started looking to see…
yelp.com - user review - 05/14/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
3.5 stars Great second run movies -- and other events, like stand up, annual Office Space screening......
yelp.com - user review - 05/14/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Ok, what's not to love about sitting back with buddies drinking beer while watching a flick? You have something simular in Dallas - the Granada, but alas, nothing in the Movie Capital of the US La la…
yelp.com - user review - 03/28/2007
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Arlington Draft house was dank, and not in the good way either. On paper, the wine tasting/jazz night sounded wonderful; but in reality, it totally sucked. I'm no wine connoisseur but I know the brand…
yelp.com - user review - 03/25/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Let's get straight to the point - you can drink beer while watching a movie on the big screen. No longer do you have to hide a 40 in your jacket while you try to outsmart the ushers. Here, they'll…
yelp.com - user review - 03/02/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Nice way to spend an evening. Only downside is 2-3 people lit up, but its a big space so hardly as bad as most bars in VA. A couple tips: --its not metro accessible, but under 5 minutes by bus from…
yelp.com - user review - 02/26/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
For a place that shows second run movies, the screen is pretty big. We went here last night to see "The Departed" (which, if you haven't seen it yet, is awesome). The theater itself is in need of a…
yelp.com - user review - 02/17/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
This is an excellent place to see great second-run movies. Remember that they make their money on the food, not the ticket prices ... but the food (by food I mean pitchers of beer) is exactly what…
yelp.com - user review - 01/28/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
came here for a comedy show and loved the space! my only complaint is that they don't open its doors to more types of entertainment hosting. the audio system sucked, so it could be a limiting factor,…
yelp.com - user review - 09/11/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Okay, so you were a slacker and missed the movie you wanted to see at your local theatre. Consider it a bonus because you can come here about a month later, drink a beer and have some noshes, all…
yelp.com - user review - 08/17/2006
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This is a very relaxed place to watch a movie. The movies shown have usually been released for over ...
judysbook.com - user review - 03/31/2006
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1.0 of 5 stars.
I took a date here and couldn't have been more embarrassed about it. It's very shabby and reeks of stale cigarette smoke and mildew. The chairs were sticky, the table, crusty. My date politely sent…
yelp.com - user review - 03/05/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The Arlington Cinema Draft House continues to be one of the best deals in the area. For only $5.50 you get to see top flight movies along with great beer, wine and munchies. The pizza at the cinema…
yelp.com - user review - 01/04/2006
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This small theater in Arlington shows some quality B-list Hollywood films. The prices are much lower...
judysbook.com - user review - 12/30/2005
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The Arlington Cinema 'n' Drafthouse is a great alternative to a regular movie theater. Movies shown...
judysbook.com - user review - 10/26/2005
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