The Best Dine-In Movie Theaters In Every State

What's better than going out on the town for dinner and a movie? How about going out on the town for dinner while watching a movie? The growing list of dine-in movie theaters has spoiled audiences by serving full meals during the show, making it easy to create a combined experience that maximizes both time and enjoyment. These cinemas aren't sneaky about trying to get you to buy more food. They offer maximalist menus with full selections from soup to nuts, providing options to satisfy the casual diner as much as the discerning gourmand. Some of these havens of dining and entertainment even coordinate themed experiences that let you taste the movie you're watching.

We took a virtual spin around the U.S. to see what gems of cinema and cuisine each state had to offer. Not every territory is lucky enough to have a dine-in theater experience to offer; Delaware, North Dakota, South Dakota, South Carolina, Rhode Island, West Virginia, and Wyoming all came up null during our search. For every other state in the union, you'll find our pick for the best dining and viewing outlet in each state. 

The menu at Bear Tooth Theatrepub in Alaska is as extensive as a stand-alone restaurant. Get your fill of top-notch selections like mandarin chicken salad, tacos carnitas, steak chimichurri burrito, a full-service pizza menu, and even blackened tofu for the vegan eaters in the group. Add to this the most current movies, and you have a full-service date night available in a single stop.

Looking for something beyond the current cinema? Bear Tooth also hosts live shows from time to time as well as specialty film series, documentaries, and retro films.

At Malco Razorback Cinema and Grill in Arkansas, fans can get their fill of colossal film viewing while enjoying everything from light appetizers to salads and sandwiches. Viewers with a sweet tooth can savor a sugary dessert while catching up on the latest flicks. With IMAX on the menu, mega-films shot in this super format can be ordered up as a special dish when available.

For movie buffs hoping to show their crew a great time on the big day, Razorback can be rented out as a birthday party venue.

Alamo Drafthouse Cinema knows how to show Colorado residents a cinematic good time. Not only does this quality complex create themed menus to match the movies shown (Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles pizza and popcorn, anyone?), it also offers film fests celebrating the best tropes in moviedom, with headings like Teen Dreamz Mixtape that revisit teen angst classics through the decades.

Repeat viewers will find the Season Pass at Alamo a screaming deal. The Denver area's Bigger Boat plan gets you one regular-priced admission per day for only $19.99 per month, a steal for film fanatics.

With in-seat service and a menu that rivals the finest fast casual restaurants in town, CMX CinéBistro Siesta Key sets up filmgoers for luxurious leisure time. Start your experience at the posh lobby bar before heading to your seat for direct delivery dining. Individual swing-arm tables at every seat ensure comfort as you enjoy your movie and meal.

If you're feeling generous, you can book a private screening complete with food and film for your inner circle to enjoy. Invite your outer circle as well to maximize the fun.

Waikoloa Luxury Cinemas serves up a hearty helping of aloha with every rom-com and horror flick shown. Though the screen count may be trim, the plush accommodations more than make up for it. Hang at the bar for a cocktail or lounge on the lovely lanai before heading into your show, then load up on bistro-level dishes crafted with culinary creativity. There's even a kids' menu that lets you accommodate the underage viewers in your group.

By timing your visit properly, you can clean up with reduced price small plates as well as discount beer, well drinks, and wine.

Enhanced 70mm viewing and Dolby Atmos sound systems help Chicago ShowPlace ICON Theatre Kitchen live up to its snazzy name. Dine like royalty on a collection of casual cuisine that includes loaded fries, Bavarian pretzels, and Buffalo chicken pizza. Membership in the VIP program will get you upgraded reservations as well as delivery of your dishes directly to your luxe reclining seats.

Get even happier at ShowPlace during bar-only happy hour, weekdays from 3 to 6 p.m. Beverage lovers will adore the thoughtful craft cocktails and curated list of specialty beers and wines ShowPlace ICON has on hand.

Marcus Theatres Sycamore Cinema makes it super sweet for movie lovers to set up their evening out with its very own mobile app. Ordering tickets and food options through the app lets you cruise past the line and settle into your stadium seats. The silver screen shines in Sycamore with big-name movies, smaller flicks, and specialty viewings of filmed operas and other cultural works.

For viewers who prefer or require open captioning, Sunday showtimes make this helpful feature available on select movies. Seniors can take advantage of discounted admissions on films shown on Fridays before 5:30 p.m.

The sweet Southern escape into cinema is even more delicious when it happens at Movie Tavern Brannon Crossing. Slip into a summer blockbuster and a satisfying lunch selection from the comfort of your smartphone. Your delicious delights will be delivered to you directly, letting you bypass the lines and cut right to the chase.

Have younger viewers to entertain? Sign them up for one of several special events, including a Harry Potter film passport or an anime film fest so they can get their fill of age-appropriate motion picture magic.

Mainers can make their way to Reel Pizza Cinerama for a pie and a flick whenever the hunger strikes. This modest movie house makes the most of its cozy space, showing popular titles while serving food, beer, and wine to ravenous viewers. House pizzas named for familiar films like Zorba the Greek and Hawaii 5-0 clue you in on your choice of toppings.

Tight city quarters make parking at the theater a non-starter, though you can find spots at the nearby city lot or along the street. All parking is within walking distance, a great way to burn a few cinematic calories after the show.

East Coast film lovers can land at Showcase SuperLux Chestnut Hill for a movie and dinner date in a single stop. Big-name films get the royal treatment along with a menu that rivals your favorite hotspot for everything from drinks to dessert. There's even a lite menu to make ordering easy for health-focused patrons.

Fans of live music can drop in between 6 and 9:30 p.m. on select evenings to enjoy the tuneful stylings of local performers. Check out the special showings and film fests to revisit former favorites on the big screen.

Movie-loving Minnesotans have Alamo Drafthouse Woodbury to take care of their in-theater film-bingeing and dining needs, with an attached lounge to ratchet up the pre- and post-viewing enjoyment. Thoughtful touches like bottomless popcorn served with clarified butter and vegan supreme burgers give customers a range of satisfying indulgences to go with top-tier titles showing on nine screens.

The kids' menu at Alamo Drafthouse Woodbury includes food and films that cater to the younger set. Get them situated with their own experience before dashing off to dine and view in high style yourself.

The Show Me state has a showpiece of a dine-in theater with Star Cinema Grill Missouri City. Drop in for a movie and brunch with your bestie bunch and enjoy chicken and waffles or breakfast tacos. Or you can choose a later showing and order pork BBQ sliders, seared tuna, or goat cheese and mushroom flatbread pizza for dine-in movie moments with an undeniable gourmet sheen.

Strict age requirements at Star Cinema Grill help patrons have the best experience possible. Check out the house rules to make sure your plans go off without a hitch.

With a taproom bar called Liquid Sunshine, Alamo Drafthouse La Vista has something special to offer the munch-and-movie scene. Eight auditoriums plus an attached bar and restaurant make it easy to eat before, during, or after watching your favorite stars emote deeply. And the lobby is styled after the Star Wars ship aesthetic, a brilliant bonus for sci-fi fanatics.

Advance screenings and special showings give film buffs a chance to tap into more than just popular cinema. If you're a blockbuster lover, there's plenty for you to enjoy as well.

Three Chunky's Cinema Pub locations in New Hampshire give famished film fans a variety of locations to choose from for their movie meal moments. Let this stylish cinema tickle your funny bone with dishes like the Wizard of Ozzarella cheese sticks and Hansel & Pretzel with queso dip.

Be loyal to Chunky's with its rewards program, and it'll treat you to discount admissions on Mondays. And if you're in need of a fundraising venue, Chunky's can help you out with comedy and movie ticket events.

Flix Brewhouse is on the scene to give New Mexico the star treatment. This sudsing cinema diner boasts an operational onsite brewery, a draw for fans who love a craft brew with their flicks. Gear up for all-day breakfast, and enjoy omelets and tater tot tacos with your matinees. Or make your evening show richer with Buffalo mac and cheese from the entrée menu.

Join The Circle to earn reward points for loyalty while enjoying $2 off New Mexico specialty beers every Monday. You'll also find $5.25 discount admission on all 2D movies every Wednesday.

With $6 tickets at Flat Rock Cinema, you can make your munchie money go much further! The menu is trim, offering diner-style delights like nachos and hot dogs, but the benefit of eating while you watch doesn't require gourmet level cookery. Intimate viewing on two screens means only the finest big-name and indie films make the final cut.

Check the Flat Rock website to find times and showing schedules. This outlet isn't open every day, so planning is required for optimal enjoyment.

Make Flix Brewhouse Oklahoma City your official stop for cinematic and culinary enjoyment, all in one spot. Specialty beers flow from the taps of the only cinema line with its own brewhouse. Pair a brew with a burger or a pizza, and turn a trip to the theater into an all-inclusive evening out.

For filmgoing friends on your gifting list, Flix Brewhouse gift cards make an award-worthy present. Set them up with a $25, $50, or $100 card, and show them a good time.

Get in on the action — or the romance or the horror — of in-theater eating with a trip to Studio Movie Grill Upper Darby. You'll find eight screens rolling new releases in digital color, a blend of more talked-about titles, and smaller gems you'll love discovering. The full-service menu includes a suite of sweet cocktails and a cast of culinary characters you'd ordinarily find starring in diners around town. They all get their big breaks at SMG.

Special edition movie-themed cocktails make it fun to drink along as the film unrolls. Work your way up to prime bar fare, and discover how satisfying a trip to the movies can be.

The movie theater world has come a long way since the days when snacks weren't allowed in cinemas. Look Dine-in Cinema in Dallas heads full throttle in the opposite direction with a sweet and savory smorgasbord to snack on while your cinematic selections roll. Treat yourself to a full-service eatery or simply order your favorite movie counter snacks by scanning the QR code on the table at your seat. Food and drinks will be delivered quickly and quietly.

Food is prepared once you order it, so you'll enjoy exactly what you've chosen fresh out of the kitchen.

For something completely different in the world of movie dining, Vermonters can stop by the Big Picture Theater in Waitsfield. This carefully considered version of a dine-in cinema features dinners made from locally sourced ingredients, plus a full selection of coffee, teas, and soft drinks. Minimal screenings of the top titles in town mean a more intimate experience for film freaks who love an artful space.

In addition to Hollywood fodder, Big Picture also features smaller films as part of a community support program as well as fundraisers and educational events to inform and entertain locals.

It's hard to resist the superior cinema seduction of Big Picture Movies and Martinis in Issaquah, especially when love seat options bring an added touch of romance. Fill up on house-made smashburgers with a variety of sumptuous mix-ins to savor with your craft cocktails. If you're wondering why you can't order your favorite cinema snacks here, check your ID; this movie hall is strictly a 21-years-old-and-up situation.

An online gallery shows wall-of-famers Jerry Seinfeld, Kiefer Sutherland, and Peter Fonda mingling with moviegoers. Who knows who you might run into while you're hanging in the lobby?