AMC Dine-in Theatres Painters Crossing 9

As a first time person going there, I was new to the process. This certainly won’t be my last time going. while there are some movies I would prefer seeing in IMAX, for your everyday regualr movie there is no better spot

Used to go here all of the time when I was younger and they didn’t revamp their look just yet. However, I’ve only been there once since they changed their look and everything else about them and have heard so many people talk about how great it is. Personally, after being there, I can only say that it was a total let-​down, as well as a pain. Granted, I got tickets to see Star Wars on Christmas Day, so of course it was going to be packed and busy, but that does not excuse the fact that the movie theater itself wasn’t just loud, but the workers there don’t seem to care about the actual movie going on. I get the idea of having a restaurant basically tend to your need while watching a movie is attractive to some people, but not to me. There’s too much walking around, closing of the door, chattering going on, and annoyances to fully enjoy whatever movie it is that you’re watching. People appreciate these theaters because it gives them the absolute luxury of sitting down and not having to lift a finger, while waiters tend to your every need, but I can do without that. I’d much rather have a quieter, more easygoing movie theater, where there isn’t someone always bothering me about which overpriced food I want, or if I need help with anything. Once again, I understand that a lot of people love this place and this idea already, but it’s not for me and definitely not the kind of place if you really want to feel immersed in a movie.

I took my fiancé to see zoolander2 on 2÷14÷2016 at 6:15pm
Menu is disappointing compared to when they first opened.
We got to our sits 15 minutes before the movie started, but I still had to press the button to get service since the movie was about to begin and no one had taken my order yet.
Drinks were served right away but the food was taking forever. Once it finally came they brought the appetizers and the entries together as you can guess «appetizers were cold» which led me to believe they were ready but not brought on time.
We were left last at our sits waiting for the check to be collected. I had to walk outside to find a waiter that would finally take it. I should have just walked away.
I am going somewhere else until this place does something to fix things up.

The worst. Most of the theaters will not allow children. Never have any seats available and is too difficult. I actually bought tickets for myself and my two teenage children, we sat in the theater for 10 minutes. Management came and pulled us out. Said that we were in an adult only theater.
Never again.

I like the theater a lot. I have been going to this theater all my life. Before the major recent upgrades, I preferred some of the other theaters in the area. The upgrades to comfortable reclining chairs and good food have made this my favorite movie theater. You guys really have changed things around and made this a special place. Great work.

My wife and I had our first «dine-​in theatre» experience here on December 29 (6:15 pm showing of Creed).
We arrived early and found our way to the theatre and our seats (we were the 4^th and 5^th people in the room). The person who seated us said a waiter would come to take our orders shortly. OK, so far so good.
As the room started to fill, two servers started making their way around taking orders. After they waited on the people in front and behind us without so much as a glance in our direction, I flagged down a server (Kev) to ask if anyone was going to wait on us. He said, «Did you push your button?» Why was that even necessary 30 minutes before showtime when everybody was ordering something and why did the usher not tell us that was part of the drill?
So Kev takes our order. We were both impressed that they offered eight draft beers including several craft beers and we each ordered one. But no — they only had three available («it was really busy today»). So we settled on one we could choke down and then Kev asks to see our ID. Just to be clear, I’m 54 and my wife is 51, so it’s pretty obvious that we’re older than 21. Since ridiculous rules annoy me to no end, after showing him my ID, I asked Kev what my birth date was. He said, «We just look at the year.» So I said, «OK, what year was I born?» To which Kev mumbled something about it being company policy to ask for ID. Apparently that policy doesn’t include actually reading it after inconveniencing the customer.
The other server, Marcus, was annoying in his own right. As we listened to the people behind us place their order and ask questions about some of the menu items, he must’ve said «That’s one of my favorites» at least six times, even in response to their question about the 24 ounce beer. No exaggeration. He also loudly sang the «Final Countdown» chorus to the GEICO commercial. You’re not the show, Marcus, the movie is.
So eventually our server, Kev, returns with our «Boneless Wings» appetizer ($ 8 for what were actually five chicken tenders) and two 24 ounce beers ($ 8.99 each despite never asking if we wanted small or large).
Midway through the movie we decided to order another appetizer (House Fries, also $ 8) so we push the button and Kev comes by about 10 minutes later to take the order. After maybe another 15 minutes he delivers a large bowl of fries (which were actually pretty tasty with rosemary, grated Parmesan cheese and dipping sauce) which he hands to me instead of placing on the little table tray in front of me. As soon as I felt the temperature of the bowl I practically dropped it on the table. «The dish is kinda hot,» says Kev. Then why did you hand it to me, genius!!!
In the next 5 – 10 minutes two more food runners came by trying to deliver House Fries for us, and at least three or four times through the show we observed other servers delivering food and drinks only to walk away with the items still in hand. Why they have such trouble determining who ordered what, and what was has already been delivered is beyond me. But it’s distracting when this happens repeatedly while you’re trying to watch a movie.
Bottom line is that the movie itself was enjoyable, the theatre is comfortable and the ability to order overpriced food ($ 12 for burgers and chicken sandwiches, BTW) and drinks is nice. But since the execution of that process was pretty abysmal, we’re not likely to return.

Hard to give a full review when you were not able to see the movie you bought tickets for one week in advance. My wife and I planned a date night to see Star Wars and have dinner at the movie theatre. We got there early and went to the bar to grab a drink. The bartender asked to see ID’s. I am 45 and my wife is 57. My wife did not have her ID, being 57 she has not been asked for years. We were told no ID, no drink. I asked to speak to a manager, he told us the same thing. So I asked if I could order two drinks, he said sure but if anyone saw her drinking what I ordered, that drink would be taken away. I was in totally disbelief, we have not gone to a move in 4 years, we were planning on getting dinner and a couple of drinks, we would have easily spent $ 80 – 100 on food drinks and tickets, instead we asked for a refund on the tickets and left.
I understand having a policy when you run a business, but really come on, this is totally absurd, that a manager can’t look at someone who is obviously over 21 and make a judgement call. The theaters wonder why people stay home to watch movies, this is why.

I have been here two times since they opened as a dine-​in theater. The first visit I had ordered a couple appetizers. They were barely warm was a little disappointed with that. Second visit just ordered popcorn and a soda but we never received them. I probably should’ve informed them about the poor service but I feel like complaining at the time. I just go to different theaters now.

The quality of the experience has really declined in the last year. The service, cleanliness, and menu offerings have just tanked. Very very disappointed as I drove over an hour to have a positive experience. When I did get my food it was disgusting. The only upside was my drink. I spent a lot of money for crap options, food, and subpar service. $ 50 wasted. I used to recommend this place highly! Now I need to apologize to my friend for the similar sad experience. Should have went to a regular theatre and went to a good Resturant.

This was my very first time at the AMC Painter’s Crossing. I have been to the Movie Tavern in Collegeville, so I already had some pretty lofty expectations going in. As soon as we walked in, I immediately was not impressed with the lobby area. It was pretty small, and I could see this area getting easily congested on a Friday/​Saturday night. Fortunately we went at 5pm on a Wednesday, so it wasn’t too bad.
The theater itself is very nice. The leather seats were comfortable enough that allowed for a pleasurable movie experience. The main thing with me was the overpriced food. The quality of the food is pretty bad (think Applebee’s). $ 16 for a chicken tender plater entrée that was mediocre at best is completely ridiculous. The alcoholic beverages were actually more reasonably priced than the Applebee’s quality food. We don’t mind spending money on good food, but the food served at this AMC left much to be desired. We should have went to the the Carrabba’s across the way. I’m sure we would have spent less there on the (moderately better) food than we did at the movie theater.
The moral of this review is that unless you’re absolutely starving, stick to just getting popcorn and a beverage (or an adult beverage). Take your appetite elsewhere unless you like overpaying for subpar food. We certainly would come back to this AMC, but the next time we’ll stick with the usual popcorn and beverage combination. If you fancy eating decent food, the Movie Tavern has a pretty significant edge on AMC, even though the food prices are pretty similar.

Best theatre innovation ever. I’m now spoiled and all other movie theatres will pale in comparison. This was a great way to watch a movie. 245 show on a Saturday for a first run movie cost 7.29 per ticket. Then the food was priced so you would buy it. I would much rather spend 26 bucks on the sampler platter and two drinks than the same for soda and popcorn. I’m in. Great job

What? Man, what happened? I have gone here in the past and loved it. They made some changes that just make this not the stellar experience it once was, for me. I mean I was going to see a great movie, Spectre, and understand this review has nothing to do with the movie. I was there at the 3:30 show on 11/​8, just so there is no confusion, we came early to have a drink and enjoy, so the precise starting time, I really don’t know as the wife was trying to do something special for me and give me a well needed surprise. Either way, here are some changes I do not like: (These are mainly first world problems, however, when you go to place that sets such a high standard over all others in the genre, and you go back for the consistent, top notch experience and find a lack luster, tired atmosphere, it is hard to justify the commute, and expense. It is just very disappointing. Look at all of my other reviews, I am an easy critic and give out far more 5 stars than most others.)
1.) Barstools, for the bar? Where did they go? The stools created an environment that offered a relaxed and leisurely experience at the theater, which by the way is the only thing that separates you from most of the competition.

2.) The server stated «We found that if we had chairs here, at the bar, that no one would sit at our tables.» She pointed to high top tables in the lobby. UMMMMMMM, there are no seats there either. OK.
3.) So into the movie theater. What? The seats in this theater did not recline. I know, right, first world problems. I can deal with that, I guess when the wife booked she thought all of the seats reclined. All they do is rock a little, and when you have chronic vertigo and are in the second row, this is a horrible experience. The dizziness created by the constant movement of the chair and being, what 15 feet from the screen, with the inability to adjust the chair to a livable, stable viewing angle is rough, so when booking, take this into consideration.
4.) Our waiter was ok, he was pleasant, but the people delivering the food, let’s just say I hope it was their first day. At one point I tried to hand the server back a used plate and he said no.
5.) The sampler appetizer. Really, I tried to say to the server that the pretzels were made of stone, and that it was all pretty cold, like it was sitting under a heat lamp. He said «The pretzels are hard, that’s how they come.» He did not realize that we had also ordered the pretzel basket which was properly made, soft, warm, very nice. So forget sending back the platter it was too difficult to relay my disappointment. This is what Unilocal is for
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6.) This is an eating establishment, right? Salt… «Do you have any salt?» The response from the server, «Nope». He walked away. I was not done talking to him. What restaurant does not have salt? I mean, they serve popcorn too right? IDK. Do people steal the salt shakers?
7.) Food delivery. So that message in the beginning of the movie that says be courteous of other around you. Why then was the delivery of soda and popcorn by the same server so loud and over played? Just very disappointing and distracting, there really is no reason to shout over the movie sound track «Who gets the soda and who gets the popcorn!!!» Come on.
Anyway, so, this can all be resolved with a little server training, adding some salt shakers or salt packets and establishing kitchen protocol on how long items sit under a heat lamp. I also think that the barstools should come back, I doubt that people really hang out in the bar at a movie theater and become disruptive. I just don’t understand that one. Taking away the barstools is in direct contrast to the plush seating in the movie theater. Why make someone uncomfortable as soon as they walk in. If you have a bar, then you need a barstool. So, we will see if things go back to the high standard that they were before, or maybe they won’t, I am just one Unilocaler pointing out the obvious.

Looking at some of the reviews, I’m not sure what people expect in terms of food at this place. If you’re looking for fine dining, go to the theatre district for dinner and then see the live show at the Merriam or the Kimmel. If however, you’re interested in a few alcoholic beverages and some pub-​type grub while watching a movie, this is your spot!
The seats are great and it really feels like you’re in your own living room. Waitstaff is attentive & really helpful. The one downside is the wait for your drinks and food — it felt like it took a while. We weren’t there for «dinner» by any means — I feel like you’re plenty safe ordering anything you would if you were sitting at a bar watching a football game. Know your ambience folks.

Husband and I came here on date night just to try something new. We drove 30 minutes to get here and for the most part it was worth it.
The seats… Oh man the seats! It’s almost too comfy. I felt like I should have been in my pajamas! Not having anyone kick the back of my seat or having to climb over people to get to the aisle. Great!
The menu has enough to choose from. I had the chicken tenders and I must say they were moist and delicious! French fries were perfect. Husband had quesadillas and enjoyed them. We had a couple of beers that we purchased before we sat down. The bartender was very pleasant.
Our server was polite and informative.
Maybe I’m weird but having a meal in front of me was a bit distracting. Yes, we didn’t have to struggle to get a seat since you pick out your seat beforehand on a computer screen. Yes, it’s nice to have the option of having an alcoholic beverage. Yes, the seats were beyond comfort. It’s a little pricey though. We’ll be coming back but not often.

Been here with the wife and friends a few times now. The seating is great. The comfort factor while watching actually adds to the whole movie watching experience.
And the fact that you are served food and drink while there — great.
The Service can be great — but don’t hesitate to hit that button. They do NOT wander the theatre looking to see if you need something, and why would you want them too.
This is a nice «combo night» of dinner and a movie. The food is about what you’d expect. We’ve actually been sticking with the appetizers and find that sharing several of them works better than trying to do the whole entrée thing.
Add this to the list if you’re looking for something to do — and remember, there is an «Adult only» option with a recliner, just check which movies are playing on those screens.

Tickets — 20 bucks. About what we pay at Regal.
Food — didn’t try it because we had no idea if we were in a theater that sold food when I got advance tickets. Was surprised to find a full bar in the lobby and no popcorn/​candy stand.
We were given a hard sell to purchase food and drink but declined. Unfortunately, the people next to us ordered something that STUNK so bad I had to hold my breathe at times. Whatever it was it smelled gross.
Seats– very comfortable with the ability to go all the way back.
Commercials — I understand when you arrive early they play commercials. But as soon as the clock hits the expected start time a few trailers than the movie starts, right? Not here. We watched ONE FREAKING HOUR of trailers AND more commercials. That is pure BS.
Definitely coming back and will try food but hopefully won’t sit next to someone eating stinky food. Drink prices were ridiculously high. That’s one thing we won’t be doing.

You pick your seats in advance (online) and order food and drinks (full bar) when you get there.
Food is sub par and way over priced.
Movie experience was fine.
Movie tavern is a hair better but also sub par food (like an Applebee’s) and pricey.
The kiddo loves it, so we continue to go.

Improved theater with very comfortable seats and food is decent. The icing on the cake is that they deliver alcoholic beverages to you at a reasonable cost.

Yeah, that’s 5 stars you’re seeing.
My husband and I decided to see a movie on Friday night. The movie we picked wasn’t spectacular, and we didn’t have the highest hopes for it going into our evening, but the sheer novelty of this place was enough for me to want to go.
The fact that you can get into the theater with a text message confirmation is great. Who needs paper tickets anymore?
Our theater wasn’t open right away, so we went to the very expansive bar and got some drinks. I can’t remember our bartender’s name at this point, but I wish I did because he was so over the top. My husband got scotch and I got wine, and everything we ordered came in real glasses. Later the ticket boy came over and told us that our theater was open. Thanks, ticket boy!
The theater was quite nice. It wasn’t too big, and the chairs were comfy. You didn’t feel cramped next to strangers, and there was space for your drinks and for food.
Speaking of food… the menu was flipping HUGE! Pages upon pages of apps, entrees, sandwiches, desserts, cocktails, wines, etc. It was intense.
My chipotle chicken flat bread sandwich was unbelievably good. My husband enjoyed his steak (yeah, he got steak), and our brownie sundae dessert was also delicious.
I was truly shocked at the caliber of food that we had and the attentiveness of the wait staff. I also noticed that when you order popcorn it comes out in a big giant glass bowl. Claaasssssssy!
I will absolutely be returning.

WOW this place has really improved! Growing up it was the «ratty» theater that we’d only go to if we had to (we’d make the trip to Delaware instead), but their new renovations are really a game changer!!! Why has it taken so long to get a dine-​in theater in the Philly region! With it’s comfy reclining/​rocking seats, great menus for food/​drinks, good prices for everything, this is a must-​see. I just visited this weekend and paid $ 7.00 per ticket for matinée for the fork and screen theater, which was unbelievable!
One con is that because it is dine-​in, the seats are all reserved. So if you don’t buy online (which has an inconvenient $ 2.00 convenience fee), then you have to hope there are good seats available when you buy tix at the theater.