Wheelchair-accessible car park
Yes
ROC Cinema in Rochester
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Rochester, Monroe County, New York, US
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible entrance
Yes
Wheelchair-accessible seating
Yes
Wheelchair-accessible toilet
Yes
Offerings
Food
Yes
Amenities
Good for kids
Yes
Comments (159)
My favorite movie theater. You can tell the owners really care. One of the best deals you can find for seeing a movie in a theater - especially if you go for a double feature. And the snacks are less expensive than most movie theaters. Plus, lots of great vegan options!
Wonderful & inexpensive way to see movies recently past. Also sometimes iconic old films. Funky fun place. Great people (family owned). Good popcorn, cookies, candy, snacks, drinks. Cat lives there & wanders around. Very worthwhile neighborhood theatre. Across the street from Highland Diner, great food.
I absolutely love coming here for a cheap and relaxing date night. Prices for tickets and food are unbeatable. They show both popular movies and films I wouldnt think to see otherwise, but still enjoy. While I adore the overall vintage atmosphere, a few things could use a little updating. Great neighborhood go-to!
Locally owned and shows a double feature for less than you would pay for one movie elsewhere. They also often show movies that either are nominated or will be nominated for Oscars that year. Friendly staff, with cheap, vegan friendly food options. Great place!
This cinema is the best! Every week they post great movies for the movie goers. My lady and I live just a few hundred yards away. And we absolutely love it. The people that run and operate this cinema are the most kind and polite people you ever what to meet. Theyre right on the ball to help you in anyway. We are both seniors and we love the discount. But if we had to pay full price it would not matter we love it here! And let me add the popcorn is excellent! Keep up the great work guy. Sincerely Jim&Deb
We love going to The Cinema! Its so fun to see what movies they have each week. The owners are very nice and their popcorn is some of the best around. They are a neighborhood treasure and were proud to support them as members!
The Cinema Theatre has transformed me into a much bigger movie goer than I ever was. At $3 a pop for students (and sometimes two pops, during the double features), the prices really cant be beat. They show mostly movies that have been out of theaters for a few months -- basically, movies that are still new enough to be cool, but old enough to not break your bank. Note: they only take cash.The theatre doesnt do that many showings (maybe one or two a day) and its never that full. Nothing fancy; def old school cool. I love this place and Im there a few times every month. If you havent gone before, definitely go check it out!
This place is by far the most Wonderful and Eclectic Movie Theater in Monroe County. The showings are Grand, the staff is Great, and the prices are always Affordable! Go Experience this for yourself. The Nostalgia will Thank You and so will the Owners😉
This corner of Rochester feels like 1950. This theatre has one screen, shows movies after their run at the bigger theatres. This place has a cozy feel, the staff is friendly (especially the guy who runs concessions, you could talk to him for hours, he is so cool). He told us (and I feel this is true) you can either find a garbage movie or a great movie they end up playing. They have two individual shows during the day and a double feature at night. The double feature is $5...which is amazing even for terrible films. I saw Lucky Logan and The Big Sick, both of which I would have never seen on my own and are both fantastic, which goes back to the fact you can find great films.Concessions are priced great: we got popcorn, soda and 2 candies (m&Ms) for $11.The seats arent anything to rave about and it looks like its going through a paint job. Theres a oscillating fan in the front of the theater and when the aspect ratio of the film changed, they had to literally move the screen...as in someone had to go up and move it.In short, it is not Regal or AMC, not by a long shot, not even Movies 10. Its like the only-theatre-in-a-small-Stephen King-type-dirt-road-population-of-300-type-of-town.Its so nostalgic. I think its the kind of place youll love or hate. I loved it. I described the place like a dump. And it kind of is. But I gave it 5 stars for the feel, the interactions I had, and the prices for what you get.Also, for every $12 you spend at the Highland Diner across the street, you get a free ticket. You have to use it that day, but its great for dinner and a movie on a budget or for just for some classic feeling fun.
Super cute, the front entrance is a little confusing though. We came here for a school fundraiser. They definitely need a larger variety of candy since it’s holds a longer shelf life. All the staff was quite friendly and patient when my kids were quite sure what they wanted from the food bar. Also love that it didn’t cost an arm and a leg to go to the movies!! Parking was also confusing because of the area, wondering if there is a dedicated area they suggest to park. Luckily I didn’t get a ticket for being parked for over an hour on the street!
Great place to watch a double feature for only 5 bucks!!! Generally all new releases, but they will throw in an older movie like a late rocky horror picture show. Snacks are every reasonably priced. Very chill, local feel. Please support them as they have been around for a long time :)
Although the cinema doesnt have the reclining chairs that many theatres do today, it is my favorite place to see a movie. Students only pay 3 dollars, and you get to see TWO movies. This is a fraction of what other local theatres charge. All of the concessions are reasonably priced as well. Me and a friend have made it a tradition to come to this theatre and you should too!
One of the best theaters in town. Where else can you go for a Double Feature for $5, less if you buy a book of tickets. Real lemonade. A one eyed cat, and s private family room upstairs if you request it (no extra charge). When our kids were little, it was s life saver.
This is the best family run business in the South Wedge. Great films (and sometimes movies) at a great price. People who remember your face and care about your viewing experience. Separate viewing area for families with babies? Check. $1 refills on popcorn and fountain drinks? Check. Awesome spices and salts for your popcorn? Check. (Seriously. I love food-grade yeastie beasties). Go to The Cinema. Have a party there. Have a Bat Mitzvah, birthday party, date night... just go.
Really cool, old school homey, neighborhood movie spot. It has the potential to be much more if theyd get their social media interaction out of the dark ages. We saw Wonder Woman at a matinee for $3. That place should have been packed with families . There were less than 20 people. All shortcomings were made exponentially better by the staff. Great job guys!
Love The Cinema Theater. Double features for $7.00, senior prices $5.00, and very reasonable concession prices. On Monday evenings a small drink and a small popcorn are a dollar each. And there is a house cat!
Love this place. Grew up attending flicks there and still do. All these big franchise theaters aint diddly squat compared to the experience you get. People who live in the city love the idea of not having to go out to the burbs to go see a film. Theres nothing like the Cinema!!
Its like stepping back in time. Double feature for less than the price of one movie elsewhere. Popcorn and drinks have a discount refill and the other snacks are also priced out of another era. The ambiance is interesting to say the least. More of a Deco facade, the seats also seem to be from another era but nothings perfect. Come on out and maybe the cat will sit in your lap?
The Cinema Theater is a Rochester landmark with its flamigo pink stucco, Art Deco exterior and marquee. The owners are lovely and the staff is wonderful, as are the three rescue cats (one blind) who live there (usually up in the office for those with allergies). Its always clean (bathrooms included, something not true of the chain theaters), comfortable and inviting. Its obvious they try there best to get the best of current cinema, not limited to blockbusters, but indie and foreign films, some of which you wont see anywhere else in Monroe County. Dont let the low price of seven dollars fool you. This isnt some second-run theater. This theater rivals The Little with its selections. Theres also open caption Wednesday for the hearing impared. This is truly a community movie house.
Great little theater, comfortable and clean. Also, its owned by a nice couple who bought it a few years ago, so its great to go there and support a small business. Lots of snacks are vegan too.
My favorite theatre for life. This place holds a huge part of my heart. So thankful for the new owners who embrace ethical treatment of animals (& plan to offer adoption events), local treats, and keep the tradition of having a kitty roaming around. Ohh, my heart just warms every time I think of the Cinema. Oh, and they feature local movies, events (you can schedule a private viewing - which Ive been meaning to do for YEARS), and ROCKY HORROR PICTURE SHOW nights!!! Stop down. Its $5 double feature, affordable drinks + popcorn & my favorite iced tea in town!
The Cinema is a community cornerstone. The film selections are thoughtful, the owner and staff are gracious, and the prices are unbeatable. I particularly like the broad range of films that play here, from gritty independent films to massive studio blockbusters. If you want to stay up to date on current movies without spending a fortune, this is the place to go.
One of the best little secrets of Rochester. Granted, theres some seats that need repairs, and the place may not look like much, but they offer you a double feature for $5, and $1 refills on popcorn and drinks, so how can you complain? Besides, once the lights are down, the movie and sound quality are great, so whos looking at the paint on the walls!?Jim behind the concession stand is one of the nicest folks youll ever meet. Hes also an artist-- look for his work lighting up the screen pre-show. I believe this is place has the record for longest time continuously open as a cinema for the USA-- but if Im wrong, its still been a staple for Rochesterians since long before I was going to see movies. Currently theyre trying to fund raise to cover the loan they had to take to convert to digital, so if you can afford to make a donation, please do!Oh, and the cinema cat!!! This place has a resident kitty who loves having her crowd come to make a fuss over her. The current kitty, Sue, the one-eyed wonder is quite the character, and I still mourn the previous feline, Princess, whod been my movie lap-cat for many years. Dont worry if you dont like cats-- these kitties have enough admirers that even their fans dont always get to spend time with them each visit, so you wont be hounded by a cat if you dont want to be. :)Not sure if they still have the family quiet room available in the balcony, but that was always a great room to reserve for folks who came with small kids, so they wouldnt disrupt the movie for everyone else. Had a couple dates up there in my youth, when it wasnt reserved for babies or wee ones, and theres nothing like snuggling on a couch in your own private little viewing room.
$5 for a double feature $.075 for popcorn and drink refills, the popcorn is delicious and the atmosphere is very comfortable friendly staff. Cant wait to meet the theater cat. Will be returning here.
I love this theater! Tickets and refreshments are affordable. The staff are extremely friendly and welcoming. It feels very inclusive with vegan snacks and the movies even have subtitles!
Friendly, helpful staff & double features in an updated (not ostentatiously) space. Parking across Goodman is convenient, too. Still a lovely little movie theater.
Beats the Little by great tasting cheap (money wise not quality) popcorn. Cheap drinks. Comfy seats. Great sound. $5 ???????? Seriously?????Sad the kitty has passed away. She was a sweet cat.
Excellent popcorn, excellent lemonade, incredible prices for a first run movie. A great neighborhood movie theater atmosphere. A terrific bargain to go anytime to escape for a couple of hours!
17 years as a city dweller, this was always a regular and favorite place to see a movie. Now that I am 40 minutes away it is a haul, but I try to still support them when I come to the city to see a movie. I must say though, the last two times I was there, the popcorn was stale and I dont like the switch to the fake butter.
Double feature sometimes include brilliant foreign films which I would never hear of otherwise. THERES A KITTY!!! Decently priced snacks which is awesome for a theater. Its been around for forever all around awesome place
Great place for movies entertainment. Great movies shown. The popcorn is real with real butter made on the spot and its priced reasonable. I like it much better than the fancy ones in town.
I used to live right near this place . We would walk over and catch movies on Saturday nights. This is truly a hidden gem and it is so much fun when theyve done Rocky horror. I love the cinema. This is the only theater Ill actually go to.
Great small neighborhood movie theatre. There arent many of these types of places left and this one is a gem. Double feature for $5. Owners are great. Extraordinarily unpretentious.
The Cinema Theatre is my first choice when going to the movies. Not the fanciest place in town but probably the friendliest and definitely the most affordable; $5 for a double feature and concessions are reasonably priced too!
Great small laid-back theater to catch movies the second time around. Double features are just $7 per person, staff is friendly and helpful.
The Cinema is like going to a friends. The vibe is very laid back and very casual.The staff are friendly, the price is very reasonable. Fun theater, if in need of a few repairs.
We love coming to The Cinema! Great atmosphere, low ticket prices and very affordable concessions! Enjoy great movies without spending a fortune.
This is a local theatre with a friendly proprietor and comfortable seats. They have a great selection of movies and their prices are very reasonable.
A usual DOUBLE BILL every weekend for $5!! Old fashioned SINGLE theatre. Unlike multiplexi where U hear the next movie over. On site kitty kat. An enjoyable movie nite spot. Excellent date place. Cheap snax.
ALWAYS an outstanding selection of films. KUDOS to the person(s) selecting the films. I live in NYC and always enjoy going to The Cinema Theatre when in Rochester - AND MAKE AN EFFORT TO DO IT EACH AND EVERY TIME!
I love the Cinema! Double features for $7.00, reasonably priced snacks with dollar refills on popcorn & beverages.
The Rochester Cinema is a great little theater. Unbeatable prices, theater cats, and the greatest popcorn in the world are just some reasons to stop in for a movie.
A great place to see a movie or two! Double features every week. Low admission and concession prices. Been going for years.
We had a great experience. A warm and friendly neighborhood theatre. I am looking forward to going back for another visit.
I love going here :D Cheep tickets and food/drinks. I love that I see neighbors and friends every time I go there. The vibe is chill and the cats running around is funny.
Its like walking into a history book. Beautiful classic theater. Reasonable concessions pricing. And cats for your lap!
Its always clean, comfortable, friendly, welcoming, and affordable. The movies are usually pretty good and often outstanding.
A visit /evening here is ALWAYS a plus to the week. I /we live close by, another plus, and make a plan to come here frequently. Movies are great, prices are Super. What more could you ask? ?
Great local place to see very reasonably priced movies with a double feature on Fridays. Friendly and welcoming staff and kitty.
I love this place! A Rochester institution. See recently released movies at a greatly discounted price. Friendly staff and good popcorn too.
Nice little theater. Great way to see cheap movies in the city. Fair concession prices.
Went for the first ever Carlene Woodward Memorial Childrens Holiday Movie Event. The place was amazing and cozy.
Great neighborhood theater with weekly double features for a bargain price. Friendly, personal service adds a hometown touch.
I love The Cinema! They have a wonderful staff, excellent movies, and the best prices Ive ever seen anywhere.
Classic Rochester spot! Been coming here for most of my life. The staff is wonderful and the double features are always great choices.
A delightful local jem. An good place for movies and events. The new owners have a true labor of love and great plans for its future.
Great viewing accompanied by memories of a theatre that for me, go back some 60 years. Who keeps the Cinema going, keeps the community going. Love to you all.
Great, friendly people. Inexpensive tickets. Easy to find and park. Nice to see an independent theater!
Such an adorable place. Friendly staff and locale. The theater cats are the best part.
Nice classic movie theater that shows double features. I remember going there when I was about five years old with my parents to see The Sound of Music!
For the price point there is no better place to bring your family. If you are on a date it works for you as well because of the price but the very retro atmosphere. Love it
Went to 1pm movie with my wife super reasonable prices, very friendly employees, enjoyed our afternoon getaway, a very pleasant experience
A blast of the past with old theater atmosphere selection of old and new films. A great neighborhood experience.
I love the Cinema! Super friendly, Movies, Cats, Vegan Friendly, Nice Price.
Great films, low prices, but not my favorite popcorn.
Best theater ever! Sweet kitty walking around greeting visitors. And the best popcorn in town!
Great time every time. Always see friends from the neighborhood. Get popcorn, drinks and candy and see a movie at a cheaper price.
This is simply a fantastic neighborhood theatre. Films and snacks at a fair price!
Neighborhood treasure, cheap tickets for (usually) great movie selections. Snacks are cheap and tasty.Wonderful.
Very nice theater, but it was 76° outside and not noticeably air conditioned
Best place in town. Cheap great food and wonderful community. they have a cat that hangs out and if it sits next to you its good luck.
Old time theater. Double feature often. Across from nice diner. A taste of slower times.
A friend had a private viewing of his shows.nice clean atmosphere.
Seriously cheap for a good , recent movies without a bunch of annoying and possibly dangerous young hoodlums unlike a few other discount movie theaters
The tickets are cheap, the staff are nice, and you can see a double feature for the price of one ticket.
Old timey feel, some snacks and a double feature for $5. A neighborhood institution and always a good time.
So affordable and plays great movies, though a little after they come out.
We love The Cinema!! Affordable and Best Popcorn!!
Great movies. Low prices. Friendly staff.
Love this place. Great movies and snacks and a TERRIFIC price!
Best popcorn!! Best movie experience!! Everyone should go to The Cinema Theater!!
Classic theater with good movies. They also sponser special film series.
I love the Cinema Theatre! It is affordable and friendly.
A Rochester Treasure!!!I love this theater, the cats & great vegan options.
There used to always be childrens movies during local school breaks. With the new ownership this no longer is happening.
Brave enough to host Rocky Horror Picture Show, so its all good.
Saw 2 really good movies! The Good Liar and Dark Water!
Great local theater, good prices and good popcorn
Great movies, great price. Friendly people.
My son premiered his movie here. Good facility.
Great place, friendly staff, cant beat the concession prices.
Hometown feeling supporting the community
Great older theater featuring $5 double features!
What a theater should be. Inexpensive, quirky with fun food.
Great, old school movie fun. Had a blast.
Love the film selections, and right in our neighborhood!
Cozy, informal local theater has the best deal in town.
Best deal in town. Feel like youre family here.
One of the best movie theaters in Rochester!
A great place with great people! So lucky to live so close!
Great place to see Rocky Horror Picture Show
Always two good movies at low price
Great Rochester landmark Rocky Horror is a must see
It was very nice place to see a movie.
Great date spot. Double feature for $5!
Cool old school theater with $5 double features.
Great movie. People are amazing
Nice Theatre. Great Staff!
Simple but great. Everyones very friendly!
Great food and service and well prices
I so loved the comfortable seats 😍
One of the best theaters in Rochester
Great value, unique concessions!
UK LOVE THE IN-HOUSE KITTIES.
Great movies, great popcorn, great lemonade
Brought back memories of going there as a kid.
Good prices and tasty snacks.
Love being here good food
$5 Tuesday great!!
Fun for big parties and cool!
Great local cats fun.
Ive been going there for over years.
That one eyed cat made me moist
My favorite theater in Rochester!
Friendly staff and cheap double feature!
Love the ambiance of this theater
Rochesters home of the double feature!
Great community experience.
Ew scary
The best hidden gem in Rochester
Great place with great prices.
Quaint little independent theatre
IGreat!
Always good time
Best theater in the city
Nice place to watch movies
Wish it was a little cleaner
Love
As good as it gets :-)
Love love ❤️
Great place!
Awesome theater
Quaint spot
LOVE the place
Inexpensive
Kitties!!!!!!!!
Wonderful local theater with comfy seating and a great variety of food and drink options.
Not my thing. I found the serving of food, lights on tables all a distraction. The tables and office chairs were a turn off for me because I felt like I was in my office watching a movie. However, there is nothing they could do differently, the experience just wasnt for me. It was very cold and I like cold but it was too cold for me. I just did not enjoy the experience. It was underwhelming for me personally but employees/owners were welcoming. My 23 year old son felt the same. We would not return.
Suerb
Total reviews rating 4.7
159 Reviews for ROC Cinema 2023:
Review №1
2022-06-06Checked out the cinema tonight for the first time and we absolutely loved it! Such a great concept, awesome food and drink menu and everyone working there was so helpful and nice. I will definitely be back. My only issue was that it is way too cold in the theater so bundle up or bring a blanket!
Review №2
2022-07-03What can I say Roc Cinema is a great place with great food. The sound quality is as good as your Big theaters and the chairs were comfortable. The food was prepared quickly and quality on par with your high end restaurant at a lower cost.
Review №3
2022-07-03Very fun time at ROC Cinema! Service, food and drinks were great. Only complaint is it was so cold! I would recommend turning the air conditioning down a few degrees.
Review №4
2022-06-22Great time. Caught some Fever on a Tuesday night. Saturday Night Fever. Good food and drink delivered to your comfortable seats. All was great.
Review №5
2022-06-11Awesome and unique experience! Dinner and a movie! The owners did a wonderful job with the renovations!
Review №6
2019-10-20What a fabulous theater! We had a wonderful time at our double feature. The owners are warm hearted, the other patrons are very friendly, and the kitties are a bonus! We will definitely be back. So much fun 🤗
Review №7
2019-05-26The theater is very cute. It reminds me of when I was young and got to go to the movies. Prices are very inexpensive. The staff is wonderful. All the snack bar treats are vegan. They do have butter for your popcorn if you want. They take cash and charge cards. It is the oldest consecutively operated movie theater in the United States .The movie we saw was EVELYN. It was a very touching movie to see. It was about how a family is dealing with the suicide of one member of there family 13 years after the fact.
Review №8
2019-03-06Been coming here for years now, definitely a permanent spot on my radar. Under new management, the prices are slightly higher than theyve been, but student tickets are just $5 and they always have the best showings. The staff is an awesome cast, always friendly and willing to converse about obscure movies and genres. Ive never had a bad experience here, the cinema is always great!
Review №9
2019-03-23It was great and cozy... real re lol realex..and lay back I reall enjoyed it and the sell coffee as well popcorn was good and cheap.. really enjoyed it
Review №10
2018-06-23You cant beat the price. 2 movies for $5.00! Everyone that works here are so nice and caring. They try and chat with every person that walks through their doors. They are very welcoming and attentive to their customers. After the movies, they seem thrilled to hear that youve enjoyed the movies, and had a pleasant evening. Ive never experienced anything like this at any of the other movie theaters. Great job everyone!