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"Picturehouse is known for taking old movie theaters and jazzing them up with plush decor, all-day cafés, and bars. The newest of the group, right smack in central London in the Trocadero is no exception, with a much more contemporary look that makes you feel like you've walked into a big, clubby bar rather than a movie theater. You sort of have, in that the top floor is an exclusive member's bar with a terrace that provides great views of the bustling surroundings. And oh, there's the seven theaters themselves which have undergone a massive renovation and now have comfier red velvet seats and better screens (with cool retro curtains). "

The Mayfair & Marylebone Guide

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"Picturehouse is known for taking old movie theaters and jazzing them up with plush decor, all-day cafés, and bars. The newest of the group, right smack in central London in the Trocadero is no exception, with a much more contemporary look that makes you feel like you've walked into a big, clubby bar rather than a movie theater. You sort of have, in that the top floor is an exclusive member's bar with a terrace that provides great views of the bustling surroundings. And oh, there's the seven theaters themselves which have undergone a massive renovation and now have comfier red velvet seats and better screens (with cool retro curtains). "

The Central London Guide

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Oo L

Google

The theatre has seats with lots of leg space and no need to make room for people walking in front of you. The members area is really nice. The roof top tables have a fantastic view of London. There are bars and cafes and it is the best cinema in town.

Andy “Warhol’s Favorite” Wig

Google

Great cinema near Piccadilly Circus. Nice cafes and members areas on my floors. Though since stopping cheap coffee offer for members, membership isn’t worth buying, as other than access to a few areas and a dismal discount on food and drinks which are already expensive and ever increasing membership, there are cheaper cinemas all over London (Vue for instance). Rarely do member get to use any ‘free’ tickets (not really free as you are paying a yearly fee so more like tickets paid in advance) for special events anymore like Q&A sessions, mostly you have to pay like everyone else. Beware of automatic membership renewal also, and watch out for cheaper membership usually AFTER you have renewed or cancelled around BLACK FRIDAY, so best wait to renew then. Was once worth being a member but isn’t anymore. Just got for an occasional film in a cold theatre and the nice foyer and free WiFi/laptop charging.

Dorothy

Google

Good screens, comfy seats and quiet audience. What more do you need? It is also a small restaurant and bar inside. Huge selection of movies during National Cinema day!

Mike Dalley

Google

This is a deceptively large cinema; on the ground floor there's a casual restaurant and upstairs, a bar and concession stands for (pricey) snacks. The building is simply gorgeous, and offers a lovely mix between mass market cinemas and more luxurious ones. It gives off a classic, golden age vibe, with traditional red velvet seats and sofas, and plenty of legroom whereever you sit. There's a members lounge and roof terrace, with membership coming in at around £90 for the year. Definitely one of my favourite London cinemas, with a great location, just steps away from Picadilly Circus, on Shaftesbury Avenue.

Lucie Dyer

Google

amazingly clean and well put together such comfy seats and reasonable drink and snack prices and very high quality sound

Janet Gray

Google

Very attractive and welcoming venue with several areas within the complex for 'meet and greet' if joining a group, as I was, or to sit down and have a meal or a drink either before or after seeing a movie. I really liked the vibe and would happily visit again. The venue is in Soho and easily accessible with a range of transport options. Enjoy!

Joseph Tan

Google

I have only visited this place for the bar area. The place is perfect for catching up with friends. No loud music going on and fairly quick service too. The seats are comfortable and the whole section is spacious so you will not feel cramped like sardines.

Vic Pinto

Google

beautiful and big space to hangout, work, eat, and drink coffee. oh and it’s a cinema too with events scheduled throughout the month

Oo L

Google

The theatre has seats with lots of leg space and no need to make room for people walking in front of you. The members area is really nice. The roof top tables have a fantastic view of London. There are bars and cafes and it is the best cinema in town.

Andy “Warhol’s Favorite” Wig

Google

Great cinema near Piccadilly Circus. Nice cafes and members areas on my floors. Though since stopping cheap coffee offer for members, membership isn’t worth buying, as other than access to a few areas and a dismal discount on food and drinks which are already expensive and ever increasing membership, there are cheaper cinemas all over London (Vue for instance). Rarely do member get to use any ‘free’ tickets (not really free as you are paying a yearly fee so more like tickets paid in advance) for special events anymore like Q&A sessions, mostly you have to pay like everyone else. Beware of automatic membership renewal also, and watch out for cheaper membership usually AFTER you have renewed or cancelled around BLACK FRIDAY, so best wait to renew then. Was once worth being a member but isn’t anymore. Just got for an occasional film in a cold theatre and the nice foyer and free WiFi/laptop charging.

Dorothy

Google

Good screens, comfy seats and quiet audience. What more do you need? It is also a small restaurant and bar inside. Huge selection of movies during National Cinema day!

Mike Dalley

Google

This is a deceptively large cinema; on the ground floor there's a casual restaurant and upstairs, a bar and concession stands for (pricey) snacks. The building is simply gorgeous, and offers a lovely mix between mass market cinemas and more luxurious ones. It gives off a classic, golden age vibe, with traditional red velvet seats and sofas, and plenty of legroom whereever you sit. There's a members lounge and roof terrace, with membership coming in at around £90 for the year. Definitely one of my favourite London cinemas, with a great location, just steps away from Picadilly Circus, on Shaftesbury Avenue.

Lucie Dyer

Google

amazingly clean and well put together such comfy seats and reasonable drink and snack prices and very high quality sound

Janet Gray

Google

Very attractive and welcoming venue with several areas within the complex for 'meet and greet' if joining a group, as I was, or to sit down and have a meal or a drink either before or after seeing a movie. I really liked the vibe and would happily visit again. The venue is in Soho and easily accessible with a range of transport options. Enjoy!

Joseph Tan

Google

I have only visited this place for the bar area. The place is perfect for catching up with friends. No loud music going on and fairly quick service too. The seats are comfortable and the whole section is spacious so you will not feel cramped like sardines.

Vic Pinto

Google

beautiful and big space to hangout, work, eat, and drink coffee. oh and it’s a cinema too with events scheduled throughout the month

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