Grand Lake Theater

The Grand Lake Theatre is a historic movie palace located at 3200 Grand Avenue and Lake Park Avenue in the Grand Lake neighborhood of Oakland, California.

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    (510) 452-3556

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    renaissancerialto.com

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    Movie Theater

Address

3200 Grand Ave (at Lake Park Ave) Oakland , CA 94610 United States

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Ian C. Glover

One of the most gorgeous theater presentations that I've ever seen in all its art for great films at a good price, on the level of breathtaking qualities like the theaters of IMAX! Everyone should go!

Ellen McGrody

Saw Star Wars here! The dual-projection 3D looked great! Tickets and snacks are less expensive than chains, and the organist was wonderful! Great neighborhood , too!

Kathleen

This historic theater is a gem! Not only are movie tickets reasonable ($6 matinees and $11 reg), it’s beautiful, and in the main theater a guy plays the organ before the movie starts. What a treat!

Liz Pallatto

If a movie is made in Oakland and is about Oakland - see it in Oakland here. Worth it.

Adrian Phillips

$6 matinees at an old school theater by the lake in Oakland. Love this theater. Be sure to follow the signs for lining up when checking out a popular movie .

Gabby H

I’ve been coming here my whole life. The upstairs can hear the downstairs sometimes, but I don’t care. I love my home grown theater. The marquee , popcorn , the staff , the feel. It’s always good.

heathr gold

This place is phenomenally beautiful. Great place to see a movie . Way under patronized. Less expensive than chains, bring a sweater bc it can be chilly and on Tuesdays FREE popcorn

Danielle Howell

This theater is amazing, from the beautiful architecture to the live organ music in between movies . Definitely my new go-to for movie nights!

Logan Evasco

The theaters are so beautiful! I loved the curtains covering the screen and the antique style of the building. It was neat to see an old style movie there.

Brian Strauss

The last continually operating Art Deco era movie house in Oakland. Could use a little TLC. One of the only 70mm screens around.

Joey Combs

This is one of the coolest theaters I've ever been to. So historic. Make sure to go on a Tuesday; movies are only $5!

Willard Wheaton Davis

I LOVE the comments about politics and civic issues which Alan puts on the Marquee every week. He is a giant of Oakland City Pride and Telling the Truth.

cami j.

i love how oakland this place feels. each theater is beautiful in its own way.

Alex Kim

Nothing beats $5 Tuesdays ! And one of the more beautiful theaters you'll ever see. Glad this spot is in the neighborhood .

Sam

All-time Favorite Movie Theater . Great place to catch a flick and chill out . All the auditoriums are awesome to be in, but the best screen is upstairs.

Eric Raymond

The best. Great popcorn , local sodas , $5 Tuesdays and a political marquee . Neighborhood institution.

Craig Villamor

Classic theater! Great place to see 3D. Two projector set up is sweet.

medvedev

I like that old theater and It's architecture , the rooms are quite small and authentic

Fernanda Alves

Amazing theater: good prices, comfy seats , great decoration! Love it!

Tom A

The large theater is amazing. Of course the organ playing is special. Smaller theaters are better than most as well

Ashley Mowrey

It's so cute . It reminds me of the Castro theater inside. There's a decent amount of movies playing simultaneously. The snack stand is sparse. Sneak in the Booz people.

Hawkeye

Great local theatre! Comfortable w/ good array of concessions. Also, cheap tickets on Tuesdays ????

Camille Carter

Beautiful historic local theater. I grew up going here, and no other theater can ever compare.

ANT-1 RI$KYxWNKK

Personally, probs my favorite theatre. It gives you hella "Last Action Hero" vibes... They just don't make places like these anymore.

Byron Wilkes

Love this theatre, really nice interior and they still do 70 mm showings of select movies .

Phillip Wharton

Beautiful green art deco interior. Not as grand as the Paramount, but runs up to date movies all the time.

Joseph Le

Old school theater! Parking may be a little hard so plan to arrive early.

Lauren Smith

Great old theater, four good sized screens, comfy seats . Only detractor is aisle in the middle of the room, thus no perfect center seat. Small price to pay though.

Jonathan Fleming

Beautiful piece of history, awesome movie theater in great city .

Tim Harrison

Awesome place to see a flick . Support your local theater!

Zennie Abraham

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Debbi DiMaggio

Throughout my childhood we went to matinees at the Grand Lake Theatre to see all the Disney movies .

Jeremy Joven

Beautiful theater with an air organ and multiple theaters. Great place!

Michael Kruk

Outside food is allowed if you get it from Wilde Brothers Coffee next door!

Ava Rodgers

$5 all day Tuesday, including 3D. You can buy your Tickets online to save time.

Neil Buckman

Great place for dates, but get here early for popular movies .

Lucas Gardner

Beautiful theater . A must do in Oakland.

Erin Polgreen

Go for the Saturday night live organ music .

Keith

Hot dogs barely count as food, but even within that realm, these are bad. I love this theater, but put. That hot dog . Down.

Tivon

Location, Location, Location. Large theaters, great movie selection. This is my favorite bar-none.

Alina

Post cards of the theater are on sale at the ticket counter for 50 cents each!

James Lee

Great theater, well priced and friendly . They give out free popcorn mon-thurs

Jennifer

Reuse your 3D glasses and get 50 cents off your ticket

Julio Eliud

My fave! Love this theater, and the prices are great

Aura Barrera

Classic theaters and good selection of movies !

zippy

hanger 25 fountain soda is great

Zennie Abraham

Best movie house in USA

Robert (RJ) Yumol

$5 matinee price. Even for 3D. Great deal!

Kian Lavi

$5 tuesdays and an historic theatre = swoon

J T

Historic, beautiful, cozy .

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