What we like about this movie theatre is that it is very clean, comfortable seats. Their snacks also taste super good and knowing it is very affordable! We are so satisfied with the service of this movie theatre!

We went for an Incredibles 2 party and it was fantastic! The theater was super clean and my kids were entertained the whole time before the movie. The art deco inspired decor was impressive and so much nicer than normal theater decor. They didnt play any previews which is great when you are with 3 kids under 6! They have local treats to enjoy and a mix of classic movie candy too. Fresh popped popcorn and a super cute restaurant attached! Added bonus, street parking was a breeze!

Awesome niche theater with amazing food and quick service! Go get out safely and see a flick and get a bite to eat. They are set up perfectly with social distancing to make your experience safe and easy.

Before the movie started, a huge organ rose from the floor with a guy in a red velvet blazer jamming to The Hills are Alive. He then played some other favorite show tunes like Oklahoma and Valley Hi. After his repertoire, he was dramatically lowered back to the floor.

We held a Thursday-night Film Festival at the Davis Theater in April of 2019 and it was amazing. Ben and Ryan were sensational to deal with - from the very beginning when we reached out to ask about renting out one of the theaters, until the very last email exchange, these guys were professional, always quick to respond, and we just felt so well taken care of with them. Their support team they had working with us on the night of our event were so great and they just really helped take the worry out of a somewhat stressful few months of planning. The venue itself is just beautiful, especially Theater 2 where our event was held. It just has a unique and warm feel to it than say, one of the big chain movie theater companies. We want to say a big THANK YOU to the entire Davis Theater team, we have been receive so much great feedback from everyone who attended our Film Festival - everyone absolutely loved it! We appreciate you.

If you lose your wallet here theyll give it back to you even if it takes 20 years. Thats right, when they so beautifully remodeled the theater a few years back they found a gentlemans wallet with the money and ID intact. It came out in the newspaper and hopefully the owner was able to get it back. If not, its still waiting for him at the Davis Theater!

Great theater. Great customer service. Ill be back.

This Lincoln Square theater is wonderful. Its both retro and fresh. Three screens with comfortable seating and leg room.Attached to the Carbon Arc food and bar. Solid dinner food and weekend brunch. Family friendly particularly on weekends.This is our go-to theater now, and my company even host our annual party here with holiday movies for the children.

Love the guys that work here, and the ladies too. Everyone is passionate and helpful! Came here for the Chicago International Childrens Film Festival and it was joyous. Couldve used mics for the Q&A in the larger theater, but other than that, perfect. So glad there is also a non-gendered bathroom, made me feel safer as a trans person who doesnt pass. Love the reno, the Art Deco style is so detailed and it looks so good!

I live in the area and was very excited for the renovation and re-opening of this theater. Especially after the owners said they planned to show more niche/indie films. Thats not really the case. A good deal of their programming consists of your standard blockbusters and family/kid-centric films and events. I get it, its Lincoln Square. Granted, the place looks pretty nice. Seeing movies here is frustrating though, from the ticket purchasing/seat selection process, to the actual acoustics within the theaters themselves. Theyve gotta figure out the audio at this place.

Love this place, retro vibes so cute

This is my favorite theater in Chicago. A few years ago they underwent a huge renovation and they did such a great job with it. You may not get stadium seating here or Dolby Atmos sound, but the quality is still great and the atmosphere is awesome. There is a bar/restaurant attached with a good drink selection and the food is pretty enjoyable. Prices on tickets are super reasonable! All and all a great place to go and to support local cinemas.

They have totally renovated the theater, I dont know when but i was pleasantly surprised. They serve drinks at the popcorn stand now, but they also connect this nice restaurant to the theater, so you can but drink or food from there and take it to the theater. Very cool. The decor is awesome.

Small theaters like this are one thing that help make a neighborhood special. Like any theater, candy and popcorn isnt exactly cheap, but I like knowing my money is going to a small, local business. They show movies that big chain theaters dont normally show, and they have a great selection of beers on tap.

Ive been here once many years ago and dont even remember how it was.A week ago I came here again to watch THE JOKER (yes... Caps lock) on Sunday evening and it was wonderful :)First: not many people were there.Second: there is the bar next door and the theater allow to buy drinks from there or from theaters own little bar something to drink and to take it with you.So I ended up drinking very nice freshly poured brown ale while watching very good movie with pretty good quality of picture and sound in almost empty auditorium :)Couldnt be better

Very nice theater, especially since the remodel. They usually have a good selection of movies and the attached bar is lovely.

Great spot for a movie. Comfy seats. Great bar to hit up beforehand. Lots of places nearby to grab a bite before or after the movie

Such a cute place! They have 3 movie theaters, and a restaurant/bar adjoined! Alcoholic drinks are available to bring into the theater. They have awesome showings too- where they show older movies. Summer 2018 we saw Dirty Dancing at the Davis Theater, it was awesome! A must go to!

Great renovation with surround sound. Comphy seats. Love that you can eat while watching now. Anything from the restaurant next door.

Would prefer if they either didnt serve alcohol or at least made you get it before the movie, because people coming in late whining about spilling their beer and wine is irritating let alone when they try to go for round two halfway into the film.. but its IMAX seating, quite comfortable and clean.

I’ve watched so many shows here over the years, and the theater is a real gem because it’s frozen in time. It’s not a huge movie theater but the seating is comfortable and it’s never too crowded where are you feel uncomfortable. They serve old fashion popcorn in the front and the prices aren’t all that bad.

I like the Davis. It is a small, independent theater that is clean and well cared for. The availability of adult beverages is also a plus along with a full family-oriented concession.

I got nachos and a drink here because they didnt have any hot dogs. The alcohol selection was ok, but I got something pretty basic and it was great to sip through the movie.The seats were comfortable and the crowd was well behaved. I would watch a movie here again!

Great neighborhood movie theater. Not many of these around anymore. Needs local support! Go see a movie!!!!

Great theater. Good beer. Good snack selection. Lots of good restaurants within walking distance.

Great neighborhood movie theater with a great restaurant attached so you can plan dinner and movie seamlessly:)

Over 100 year old theater, the Davis underwent a fantastic rehab in 2016, bringing it back towards what it was in its glory days and adding a wonderful restaurant and bar (Carbon Arc). Normally only two current run movies at a time, but theres always fun things going on the weekends - free midnight showings of cult classics, Saturday morning cartoons with brunch, Chicago Underground Film Festival showings, etc. A unique experience that is consistently fun and does a great job at being a fun neighborhood spot too.

This is a wonderful gem tucked into Lincoln Park. Its clean and good popcorn.

Had a great time at the clean vintage theater! see you next time

Nice restoration of an old theater but rarely do they show quality movies. For the most part it’s just pop culture, money maker favorites - animation, superhero-SiFi, etc... As a neighbor I’d visit more if they would show movies that adults actually want to see. Until then, Landmark Century, Music Box and even the Logan theater get my business.

Classic movie theater, good pricing and able to pick your seats.

Nice small 3 screen movie theater. Very clean and modern. Great neighborhood.

Great remodeling job and Very cozy! Excellent ticket & concession prices. Theatre is also a great temperature. Very comfortable! Please visit!!!

Such a great experience definitely had a great time. They have an attached Restaurant and bar and the seating is comfortable.

I love that you get to pick your seats before going into the theater. Davis does great events for the community too. I love the Davis Theater

Smaller than the usual theater sizes but the audio and video qualities are both excellent. The space is not too crowded.

This is one of my 2 favorite theaters in Chicago. The attached restaurant is great and keeps upping their game, they have both a full service bar and quick drinks at the snack stand. The theaters are nice with good quality sound. Plus its gorgeous old theater architecture.

Its been my favorite theater in Chicago since I moved here. It WAS simple. Cheap, small, to the point. NOW, theyve got a restaurant and bar attached & you can eat it while youre watching a movie. The seat are awesome because theyre new & kooshy, and the arm rests lift up so you can cuddle with your lover. It was convenient before, now its baller!

First time to the theater. It is small but everything is very nice and clean. The staff is really friendly. When we were there on a Sunday evening, it was not so crowded, so I think it is a good place to go if you dont like crowded.

Really nice, usually quieter and smaller theater than other big ones in Chicago.

Nice small theater, but very very small selection of movies available.

Solid old theater. They keep it in good shape and have a solid menu for food and drink.

It’s kinda tiny and old there but still I got to see my movie so it was a nice stay but it’s very tiny in the theaters and the theater is very old and is full of junk but a very nice place.

I went there recently to watch Last Jedi and it was the first time Ive been there since they renovated. Its very nice while still keeping the feel of a classic cinema. They serve beer at the concession stand, which is awesome.

A comfortable movie theater!! Cozy seats great area!! What more could you ask for?

Really nice experience. But nothing compared to old Davis.There were endless commercials, some not quite appropriate for kids. Tickets now you buy online and you pay 1 just for convenience... For whom I ask.Popcorn and ushers are as nice as before.We dont go to movies as before because there are no friendly cinemas anymore.

A sign of the urban yuppie, gen X, what everThe current we going save world idealistsCall them selves really, what next waiters with streaming on the internet movies can be seen a lot more comfortably, with no annoying people who believe the people in the movie can hear them, though I doubt we ever get rid of commercials. I for am not one one who enjoys paying more for popcorn and a soft drink (though some are connectedTo a bar of some kind ) than I spent on the ticket for the movie.

Food is great, we ate in the restaurant. Seems like it might be awkward to eat at your seat but we didnt try it. Also, be aware the first few rows are very close to the screen, steep stadium seating. The seats recline a lot though and are very comfy.

I like the prices for the movies.snacks are too high.the cheeder popcorn was stale dont recommend.get regular. The theater is tight I will go back ...highly recommended.

Small nice neighborhood theater. They serve drinks, and usually have a drink special. The theater feature a restaurant/bar. The food is a little pricey. But if you are waiting for the movie to start, its a nice place to sit if you can get in. Its usually pack too.

WOW what an incredible theatre! This places really astounded us. The interior is so classy and feels like the golden age of movies: Art Deco with beautiful modern touches and amenities.The seats are comfortable and have a stadium-type layout so you never have to worry about someone tall sitting in front of you. Sound and picture quality are phenomenal.Popcorn is one of my favorite foods, even when I’m not at the movies. We had both the classic and Chicago Mic gourmet popcorn...both were so delicious! The theatre is far from our Wicker Park home but it’s way worth it. Can’t wait to go back!

Havent been here since the 80s. Wow has it changed! Saw toy story 4 and the kid loved it . Especially the memory telling of her uncle and i seeing poltergeist and nightmare on elm street 3 there as kids!!

Nice place

Great staff/service. Theater rooms are ok at best, seats are a little uncomfortable for long movies. My biggest problem though is the sound, Ive seen multiple movies here where Ive struggled to understand whats being said. At times the reverb can make it feel like trying to watch a movie at an indoor pool.Good theater if youre in the area, but you can do better for $12 if not

This place used to be a bit of a dive, but had a great location and cheap tickets. They still have a great location and cheapish tickets, but are now one of the nicer looking theaters in Chicago and added a full service bar and restaurant.

Popcorn and drink combo, drinks are MASSIVEGreat theater, get to pick your seats, reasonable prices

Such a fantastic space! We hosted a company film festival here and it couldnt have gone smoother. Would love to host another event here in the future.

Beautiful renovation. Feels hip and modern. You definitely wont feel like youre at a chain theater.Cell reception is completely non existent as soon as you walk in. Its like a bunker. Not that you should be on your phone during a movie. But if you pre-purchase tickets and need to pull up your reservation code so it outside and take a screenshot because there is absolutely no reception.

Greatly renovated, nice bathrooms, good movie theatre food

Great place to see a movie. Has been completely renovated with a bar attached.

Your new updated venue is great. I would suggest you contact Google Business and get this changed: No-frills neighborhood budget movie theater showing current popular films in an old-school space. Not a very accurate description, in my opinion....budget, no frills, old school.

Great customer service! Everyone from the restaurant to the theater makes you feel genuinely welcomed. The seats are very comfortable too!

Wonderful, cozy neighborhood theatre nestled in the heart of lincoln square for the mature at heart. Modern upgrades to previous vintage style produces a bright, warm and welcoming atmosphere. Boutique style counter for ticket and popcorn processing. Quick tickets in-house, online and presale online. Walk through area to restaurant cafe serving food and beverages attached, north of the counter. Plenty of restrooms in great condition. Grand entryway is perfect for staying out of the downpour rain, snow and wind draft while waiting.

Beautiful theater, love the crowd it draws, too many cool people with a love of good cinema

Newly renovated and pretty decent experiences. Some tips.on the soda, if you get a large they have refills but unfortunately I didnt get that information until I purchased the medium. Cleanliness was on point and staff was good as well. I had a pretty good experience overall. I would go back.

The Davis is SO much nicer since the update. I used to not be able to sit in the seats due to a back injury. And its such a convenient theater for me-that it was a bummer to have no desire to go there because of the old seating. I have absolutely grown to prefer a theater that allows you to choose your seats, so that it an automatic win. They have some pretty cool events regularly and good social media presence. It is definitely still very much a neighborhood theater, just updated to feel like youre not going to the movies 30 years ago.

Cool place..quiet comfymayb ill go soon

Beautifully restored and they have alcohol! Overall a great place to see a movie

Very well rehabbed while keeping the local charm.

Its a fun movie theater. Any its like supper expensive.

Well I have lived here off and on my whole life and the Davis was always there with me growing up with the previous owners till now. Thanks for getting rid of the condom water fountain.. its all good. Go there every so often. Most are cool enough to let u come in for a bag of their yummy popcorn to go.Ssshhh...

Great place, except the sound was so bad that it was hard to understand the movie, and the image lacked clarity of modern cinemas. Remodel is lovely. Nice people. Great concessions. But the point of the place is the film, and an upgrade to the projector and sound would perfect it. I want to love this place so badly... Hoping for improvements. Then itll be my joyous home for seeing movies.

Rehab is great and great place for dinner and a show

Great place for family and friends to enjoy food drinks and movies. Comfortable sitting with food and drinks to enjoy your movie... What else do I need to say. Come and see for yourself

The staff is excellent and make you feel at home. Beautiful theater too!

Ive loved this theater for a long time. That being said the experience now, compared to the pre renovation, is fantastic. Great restaurant, drinks for all ages, movie marathons, good sound and comfy seats. What else could you want.

Our neighborhood theater. Bathrooms and theaters are clean and recently went through a major renovation. We love this place.

Recently remodeled small neighborhood theater. Glad they preserved the classic decor. A big improvement over what it was like, though I could do without the assigned seating.

Not a place featuring bells and whistles (read; dont expect an IMAX comic book movie opening night experience) but absolutely beautiful since the remodel. So grateful its in my neighborhood. Oh, and the ability to drink a beer at a movie is magic.

Always great food and a great atmosphere.

What a great combination of old and new. The restored theaters are amazing. The work that went into keeping the original facade was well worth it. Amazing sound and picture quality.The restaurant and bar area is top notch with friendly staff. The old fashioned is a must have.

Theater is nice and clean, spacious with three screens. Parking is a problem, so Id consider it a neighborhood theater. Consider public transportation. Sound during the movie was really loud, but it was A Star is Born. I would go again, but probably not on a Friday night.

I went to see the new Star Wars movie . kind of surprised by the way they redid the theater. I was able to have a cocktail before I went into the movie and I seen people even bringing food into the theater sort of like being in your living room with the seating arrangements being so nice. What would be great is if the joining restaurant serve Italian food.

Great theatre and great atmosphere! WellPriced and clean too.

Love the retro vibe here. The remodel was beautifully done. They offer adult beverages & classic movie treats. If you want food thats a little more substantial, Carbon Arc, which is attached, has great food & a full bar. Staff is super friendly at both places.

I had an excellent cinema experience. Staff was courteous and attentive. The theater has undergone a thoughtful, historically sensitive remodeling. The restrooms have been wonderfully transformed. Additionally, the Carbon Arc is a welcome addition to the mix.

Bar Crawling......Good place to stop on a crawl. Get there before 10 pm for a seat on the bar. After that its standing room or dancing room only. DJs starting to get the place in the mood along with the friendly bartenders who serve drinks with a smile.(note- Hot Dog vendor outside...)

I’d come here any day over an AMC or a Regal. Limited theaters, but they always have top movies playing and special features as well. Popcorn is awesome and they have a great drink selection of pop/wine/beer. Doesn’t hurt that they have the Carbon Arc restaurant next door if you want to grab a full meal or cocktail before your show. They have a digital ticket system too just like the big guys so there’s no reason you shouldn’t see your movies here!

It was so nice to have something to do on Thanksgiving and to have the staff in such a good mood was a bonus.Not that theyre not usually in a good mood... They are.Love this theater.

They have the best service, this place would be my very own movie theater spot

A great urban venue for a movie or drink at the bar. Great place to host an event.

Having grown up in Lincoln Square and walking to the Davis as a child, I love the renovations theyve made! It makes me happy that the owners care enough about the history of the place to restore with respect to the past, while upgrading it with modern amenities. The bar and restaurant are nice with good bar service and food. The theater was very comfortable with room between the seats to place a plate of food if you wish (all food/drink from the restaurant may be brought into the theater). Clean is not a word I would have associated with the old Davis, but it certainly is clean now. Bravo!

This is a great theater. They dont have a lot of screens, so they wont have every movie that comes out, but they have the good ones. Seats are comfy and the overall aesthetic is really nice since its been recently redone. Grab some food in the restaurant before or after your movie, and grab a drink at the bar to take into the theater. My only complaint is that they dont have recycling.

Neighborhood theater playing popular movies

Yesterday I seen The Avengers end game at the 7:20 show very good movie and nice time at the Davis Theater Ive been going to the Davis Theater since the 70s I go back to work when they had double features there isnt that hilarious had a great time nice people working there I also come in and just get popcorn and leave sometimes I need the popcorn in my car thanks a lot it was nice that I called before the 7:20 show and somebody answered and told me there was a few free seats available so that was nice so I could see the show at 7:20 I like that a lot thanks for answering the phone

Havent been since they revamped the movie house. Great experience! Will be back!

Love the improvements they made. A local date location gold mine. With the attached restaurant serving good food and a movie just steps away you cant go wrong!

Quite nice after the full renovation. Good prices.

Cool theater with a nice restaurant and good overall vibe--definitely worth a visit.

Cartoon brunch great for the kids. Totally renovated theater and great bar and restaurant with Carbon Arc.