Alamo Drafthouse Cinema

Cold beer, hot movies and delicious food. Our zero tolerance policy for talking and texting in the theater ensures an amazing cinematic experience!

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  • Phone

    (512) 861-7020

  • Website

    drafthouse.com/austin

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  • Type

    Movie Theater

Address

320 E 6th St (btwn Trinity & San Jacinto) Austin , TX 78701 United States

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Social News Network

The king of movie theaters ! You can see the normal fare in style and comfort, but the real draw is the special shows like Weird Wednesday , where $3 lets you see obscure exploitation movie prints .

Michelle Wiles

Pizza is tasty (esp the goat cheese one) and something that’s easy to eat in the dark. Get there early to see the pre-show!

Maya 🐟

Get the ginger wasabi Bloody Mary (it's on the breakfast menu but they'll serve it any time) . One of the best bloodies you'll ever have.

Larry LaBurr

Definitely try the adult milkshakes , and the grilled cheese is phenomenal!! So crazy to see a movie while drinking this much but it WAS the magic mike XXL showing so...

Austin Chronicle

This historic theatre has lived a lot of lives (including an early 80s incarnation as a punk club), but since 2007, new releases, midnight movies , and arthouse fare have found a home here. Read more

Lauren Mac

LOVE this place! Quintessential Austin experience, definitely go early to watch the preroll, which is hilarious. Snag a beer and something that you won't spill on yourself in the dark :)

The Austin Grand Prix

Want to sing your hear out? Go to a Madonna Sing-Along. Want to laugh until you cry? Go to a Master Pancake showing of Robocop. Or just enjoy food & drinks during a "regular movie " - all great fun!

Avradeep Chakrabarti

As a Brit film fan, I am jealous of you lucky lucky Austinites. I wish my city Bristol (v Austin-like vibe) has a similar type of cinema chain. Thanks for a great showing of 'Withnail and I' though!

Trent Ryan

Great theater with awesome food. If you are looking for a theater without people on their cell phones and talking this is it.

Rebecca Huey

The downtown Alamo location has great series such as Terror Tuesday , Weird Wednesday , and various retrospectives. Buy tickets in advance and get drinks rather than food.

Matt Bernstein

Had a great time going to an interactive Elf showing. Love that you can order drinks and food from your seats!

John Booth

Cool cinema , get their a little early for the pre-showing related montage. Fried pickles are also very good.

Social News Network

Fun environment to sit back and watch a movie . Order one of their delicious Oreo milkshakes , it comes with candy coated sunflower seeds on top!

Matthew Presley

Best movie theatre in town . Plus, if you do not like the movie , then you can drink your miseries away at a nearby bar . I recommend Casino El Camino or Jackelope.

Germaine Williams

Full menu, smaller more intimate theater setting. Still has the awesome vegan cauliflower wings

Jiesu Lee

A smaller cozier Alamo on 6th street with a more limited selection of movies but otherwise the same amenities as other Alamo draft houses :)

Amy Johnson Cook

If you've never been to an Alamo Drafthouse your movie viewing life is lacking. And if you've never done a quote or sing along you must go there now.

Mari Bonilla

Love this place. The staff is so friendly . I come here every time I come to 6th street.

Marion

I didn't know what Master Pancake was when I bought a ticket to their Jurassic Park showing, but I was pleasantly surprised!

Dianey Sandoval

This is my favorite Alamo. You get that old school feel. It's the best...

Do512

Don't want to see the movies that are currently in theatres? This location has weekly series -- Terror Tuesday and Weird Wednesday . Buy your tickets in advance!

Rachel Youens

If you have a hot date, spring and get the balcony seats . You're walked through the kitchen and projector room and are in big leather arm chairs.

April Thompson

Movies and singalongs. Bottle of Pinot Grigio for a safe and cost effective choice!

Social News Network

Great place to catch a movie with friends, afterwards you can spend a little time at the bar scene on 6th!

Jay

Favorite place to kick back and see a movie ! Food is a little expensive but it's good!

Andrew Rafner

When the cookie trio arrives part way through the first act and you start crying from sheer bliss. Yes. That.

Cenk Gümüşcüoğlu

Enjoy your Margharita together with chips & queso ! #sxsw

Katy Thompson

Honestly the spaghetti squash is a great healthy choice for non-vegans, too.

Tuan Le

It's pretty nice! Their food are decent and could need a little fixing, but it's still a nice place. Their pizza are very good.

Carlos Medina

Always check out their deals on groupon! And their movie and food combos!

Jeannette L.

The Garlic Parmesan fries are tasty. Just give in and order some!

Chris J

Come in early to get settled in, silence your cell phone, but whatever you do, DO NOT TEXT!

David Strong

TERROR TUESDAY & WEIRD WEDNESDAY only three dollars American! Come early, come often!

Pasa Mustafa

I love this theatre so much. I would even watch a Tom hanks movie just to enjoy the experience.

Pearson - Always Learning

Off the cuff movies & hits too. Enjoy drinks, food all while enjoying the flix

David Stephens

Perfect attitude. Perfect venue. I would love to have a location in Missouri.

Anna Weiss

Great spot to catch a matinee. Check the Calendar first

Mazda

The company began as a second-run movie theater , and distinguished itself by the food and drink service offered inside the theater, including cold beers .

Aaron Tiensivu

Two things I thought I would never say in 2012: Poltergeist is sold out at the theatre. ET will be in 35mm.

Glenda McKinney

Specials are always fun!

Jennifer Thomas

Brussel sprout pizza and Master Pancake performances

Katie Owen

The Irish adult milkshake was amazing!

Dylan Heimbrock

Try the crawfish ! You won't be disappointed! Pair it with a cider !

Larry Kubal

Carnivore pizza is awesome -- shakes are delicious

Alia McKee

Watch a movie , order a brew, and eat a pizza . A perfect evening out. Plus, they had a special pizza with duck and nuts - I know it sounds crazy - crazy GOOD. Read more

Jimmy

Best movie theater in the WORLD. Hands down. No corporate nonsense just 100% badassness. Don't talk or they will take your ass out! Read more

Jennifer R

Go see a Master Pancake show !

Robert Els

Occasionally they will have an event for Texas Longhorn football . Just as much fun as being in the stadium !

Emmy Anderson

Puerco guisada with a Live Oak Big Bark, plus cartoons/clips/blasts from the past instead of pre-show ads. That's how you watch a movie .

Lety L

Do not sit on the back row couches ...NOT COMFY ! They're sinkholes...& if you are prone to back pain, you can expect it to flare

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