The River Oaks Theatre

Movie theater · Neartown

The River Oaks Theatre

Movie theater · Neartown

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2009 W Gray St, Houston, TX 77019

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Highlights

Step into a beautifully restored movie theater in River Oaks where you can enjoy the magic of new releases and indie gems, all while savoring delicious bites and cocktails delivered right to your seat in a cozy, nostalgic atmosphere.  

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2009 W Gray St, Houston, TX 77019 Get directions

theriveroakstheatre.com
@theriveroakstheatre

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2009 W Gray St, Houston, TX 77019 Get directions

+1 713 496 3456
theriveroakstheatre.com
@theriveroakstheatre
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restroom
parking paid street
wheelchair accessible parking lot
wheelchair accessible entrance
wheelchair accessible restroom
wheelchair accessible seating

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Mar 5, 2025

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"Culinary Khancepts is currently renovating the River Oaks Theater at 2009 West Gray Street, with plans to reopen it and new restaurant Leo’s Restaurant. Jason Ostrow, Culinary’s vice president of development, told online publication What Now Houston, that the renovated River Oaks theater will offer film screenings, events, film festivals, and higher-end food and beverages." - Brittany Britto Garley

This Woodlands’ Reel Luxury Cinema Will Offer a Dine-In Movie Experience With Heated Seats and Plush Recliners - Eater Houston
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"See a Movie at River Oaks Theatre Built in 1939, this is Houston 's oldest continually operating movie theater, showing lots of independent and foreign films, as well as monthly midnight showings of Rocky Horror Picture Show and The Room . Try to get tickets for a showing in the main theater downstairs. There are two smaller screens upstairs that have their own charm, but the art-deco style of the main theater is really worth experiencing."

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"See a Movie at River Oaks Theatre Built in 1939, this is Houston 's oldest continually operating movie theater, showing lots of independent and foreign films, as well as monthly midnight showings of Rocky Horror Picture Show and The Room . Try to get tickets for a showing in the main theater downstairs. There are two smaller screens upstairs that have their own charm, but the art-deco style of the main theater is really worth experiencing."

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"River Oaks Theater, Montrose. This Art Deco theater has been showing films since the late thirties. It might be small by today's theater standards, but it's the place to see independent and foreign language films. In addition to their regular screenings, they host midnight movie showings of cult classics like Rocky Horror Picture Show and Akira. You'll always find us there when a Miyazaki film is playing, subbed…naturally."

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Victoria Sledz

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The theater has been beautifully restored. The ambience is cozy. The menu is excellent, offering small bites as well as main entrees such as hamburgers, hot dogs, lobster rolls, Caesar salads etc. Food is delivered to your seat by a discreet server during the film. I was impressed by the food? Very delicious; definitely not your typical quality found at mainstream theaters. The theater is in the lovely River Oaks area. There is plenty of free parking nearby and feels safe walking on the clean & well maintained sidewalks leading to the theater and surrounding area. I’m going to continue to recommend to my friends to visit the theater soon. There are upcoming events and movies that sound very interesting. The appeal is there. I’m sure we will return soon.

Julius Polintan

Google
Absolutely stunning experience from a movie theatre! Decor was beautiful, seats and tables were great quality to dine and watch, and the staff were very accommodating and pleasant. I sat in for their spooktacular triple feature at a great price! And never felt restless at any point. Drinks tasted great and the food was delicious, my only complaint would be that the food was saltier than I would have liked but other than the saltiness the flavor was great! I had eaten the theatre popcorn and their free range chicken sliders. For drinks I had their orange whip cocktail. All great blends of flavor and high quality ingredients despite the saltiness of the food.

Relii Cabrales

Google
Absolutely beautiful place! Takes you back to the old style theater. When you walk in you are greeted with friendly helpful people, then the theaters are so clean and ample, the seats do lack the fact that they do not recline but they are comfy and the service is good. Food is also delicious. I definitely cannot wait to go back.

Tyler Self

Google
This is a great renovation they have done. The art deco inspired style makes it seem like a blast from the past. While the food/drink are a little pricey they are very good. My only issue is the walls are not sufficiently insulated so the sound of the nearby theatre bleeds in to your auditorium. It’s very hard to watch a quiet serious film as loud screaming/music blares through the wall. Great for casual watching but if you are wanting a real cinema experience be aware.

David Marmolejo

Google
This is such a beautiful theater. Old school with a modern touch, this piece of history reopened and it’s such an experience. Seats are surprisingly comfortable, staff is great and friendly, food is good, and the theater quality is excellent. First time coming, and hopefully not the last! I will say parking is a bit of a hassle, tiny spaces and to pay for it, I get it, but that’s a bit of a bummer.

Noe Huerta

Google
My first time ever in this theater and I absolutely love it! It has a nostalgic feel and a prestigious atmosphere. The mirrors, the walls, the bar give it all an iconic look to the past.

aric anderson

Google
Refurbished movie theater. Reminds me of a mini Grauman's Chinese Theatre in California. It's a dine-in experience that's a little expensive, but worth it. Food quality and quantity is satisfactory. Staff goes over-the-top with service! Just like the good old days. Go support this theater. See what going to the movies was like when service was king and you movie experience was memorable. Saw Joker 2. It was actually the perfect movie to see there.

Jason Schell

Google
RIVER OAKS is BACK BABY!!! I am 50 years old this year and I remember coming here at 8 years old to see a DOUBLE FEATURE of EARL FLYNN'S ROBIN HOOD AND CAPTAIN BLOOD... Incredible nostalgia here and such a classy movie theater... Definitely Houston's premiere nostalgic theater bringing back all the cult classics during primetime hours! It's very expensive, but the food is excellent for a movie theater AND the drinks are bar quality strong... NOT the normal watered down movie theater drinks. Just so happy River Oaks is back!