The River Oaks Theatre on Postcard

"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."

The Best of Houston's Uptown + Galleria

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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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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.

Cabrina D. Hayes (Brie)

Google

Take me back in time! This place is magical! The Grand Opening was a huge success. The 20's-50's feel transported me to Houston's River Oaks humble beginnings. The staff is unmatched, and the decor look fabulous. I'm so happy this theater is back in the neighborhood.

Stephen Guthery

Google

Absolutely fantastic experience. One of the best theater experiences I’ve ever had, and I’m a movie theater junkie. The staff here are beyond phenomenal, the best service I’ve ever seen in a movie theater. The renovations are superb, the ambiance is incredible, the theater was a full house and the crowd was lively. This theater also has by far the best drinks I’ve ever had at any theater. Watching the original Texas Chainsaw Massacre in a historic theater was an amazing experience and we absolutely plan to return. Originally we thought we’d maybe go once as a novelty, but this is worth the drive by far.

Eric Robbins

Google

I'm glad to have this theater back in the neighborhood. We went Friday night and had a great experience! Every since staff person we interacted with was super friendly and helpful. We will be returning!

Josh Spires

Google

I was more excited than anyone that our beloved River Oaks Theater was coming back, but they've turned it into one of those restaurants with a movie screen. Waiters walking in front of you and talking to your neighbors the entire film has me in absolutely no hurry to come back. Also the screen is tiny. Why did they re-do the entire theater but leave the screen so small? If you're further than halfway back in the main room, it's < the perceived viewing area of your average home TV. The new sound system is 🔥 though. The brand new (comfy) seats do not recline or have foot-rests and the drinks are $16 before tax+tip. The decor is ✨ though.

Traci V

Google

So happy that the theater reopened! The renovations are beautiful and we had a good time opening weekend. The cons were that servers come in and out of the theater which is quite distracting and when they go in and out the door creaks really loudly. The seats are comfy, but do not recline and be prepared to pay for parking.

Bethanne Wenger

Google

Wanted to attend the on house , but all screenings and bookings full for days. Exterior remodeling is lovely. Crowd on opening night noted. Will come back!

Karissa Marks

Google

Back and better than ever! Exciting events and opportunities to see some classics on the big screen. Food and cocktails were delicious — I loved my chicken sliders with french fries. Service is fast, too. If you are seated in the big auditorium, would recommend sitting closer to the middle/front of the theater. the doorways are only curtain covered, so there is a lot of noise that comes in from the lobby and from the service coming in and out in the back rows. kinks i would expect with a re-opening, and wouldn’t deter me from coming back. I love this place!

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.

Cabrina D. Hayes (Brie)

Google

Take me back in time! This place is magical! The Grand Opening was a huge success. The 20's-50's feel transported me to Houston's River Oaks humble beginnings. The staff is unmatched, and the decor look fabulous. I'm so happy this theater is back in the neighborhood.

Stephen Guthery

Google

Absolutely fantastic experience. One of the best theater experiences I’ve ever had, and I’m a movie theater junkie. The staff here are beyond phenomenal, the best service I’ve ever seen in a movie theater. The renovations are superb, the ambiance is incredible, the theater was a full house and the crowd was lively. This theater also has by far the best drinks I’ve ever had at any theater. Watching the original Texas Chainsaw Massacre in a historic theater was an amazing experience and we absolutely plan to return. Originally we thought we’d maybe go once as a novelty, but this is worth the drive by far.

Eric Robbins

Google

I'm glad to have this theater back in the neighborhood. We went Friday night and had a great experience! Every since staff person we interacted with was super friendly and helpful. We will be returning!

Josh Spires

Google

I was more excited than anyone that our beloved River Oaks Theater was coming back, but they've turned it into one of those restaurants with a movie screen. Waiters walking in front of you and talking to your neighbors the entire film has me in absolutely no hurry to come back. Also the screen is tiny. Why did they re-do the entire theater but leave the screen so small? If you're further than halfway back in the main room, it's < the perceived viewing area of your average home TV. The new sound system is 🔥 though. The brand new (comfy) seats do not recline or have foot-rests and the drinks are $16 before tax+tip. The decor is ✨ though.

Traci V

Google

So happy that the theater reopened! The renovations are beautiful and we had a good time opening weekend. The cons were that servers come in and out of the theater which is quite distracting and when they go in and out the door creaks really loudly. The seats are comfy, but do not recline and be prepared to pay for parking.

Bethanne Wenger

Google

Wanted to attend the on house , but all screenings and bookings full for days. Exterior remodeling is lovely. Crowd on opening night noted. Will come back!

Karissa Marks

Google

Back and better than ever! Exciting events and opportunities to see some classics on the big screen. Food and cocktails were delicious — I loved my chicken sliders with french fries. Service is fast, too. If you are seated in the big auditorium, would recommend sitting closer to the middle/front of the theater. the doorways are only curtain covered, so there is a lot of noise that comes in from the lobby and from the service coming in and out in the back rows. kinks i would expect with a re-opening, and wouldn’t deter me from coming back. I love this place!

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