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AMC River East 21
Movie Theater
Streeterville, Chicago
"great movies to see after going to navy pier"(4 Tips)
"In my experience, one of the best places to see movies in Chicago."(3 Tips)
"Stop by the Walgreens next door to grab snacks ahead of time."(3 Tips)
"parking a bit expensive but they have a bowling alley here!"(9 Tips)
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David JohnsonAugust 7, 2014Pretty high quality theatre right in the middle of downtown #Chicago. Usually a good variety of movies playing and the theaters offer good sound and picture quality.
Elena Jacobs LopezApril 21, 2018Great bar and food bite options. Great selection of independent and international films. Seats are comfy but worn and stained☹️
Harley AcresApril 7, 2017Interesting layout, unfortunately the drink machine is a Coke Freestyle so prepare for blended flavors from the shared spout.
Love this place. Big chain theater with relatively decent matinee ticket prices and it shows indie films. Stadium seating and a bar for those who like to have a cocktail before a show.
smelf2May 11, 2016this is my favorite theatre to go to in the city. I am a creature of habit and I always get the same reliable service that I expect to get from this location.
It's a big, clean theater. Really great if you're going with a big group. I would suggest catching a matinee showing so you don't spend an arm and a leg!
Caio TúlioJanuary 24, 2018Comfortables seats, nice staff, wide range of movie options, I highly recommend this place.
Dustin HaleyDecember 23, 2018Traditional movie theater experience, but I’ve never any issues here. They have a good variety of blockbuster and independent films.
Lina GonzoNovember 8, 2012In-building parking has a 4 hour time limit for validated discount parking. You might say 4 hours is a long time, till you go back to your car and wonder where the time went. Easy budget blower.
Great place to see a movie, but DON'T buy any concessions. It's highway robbery with these prices. (Just get some goodies from the Walgreen's two doors down.)Upvoted 3 weeks ago
They have a bar inside where you can order beer, wine, and cocktails to drink during your movie.
Kristie Van PraagMarch 17, 20132 Important tips: #1 - Parking is $14 w validation & validate @ box office before film. #2 - toilets strongly flush as soon as you sit which makes em more like a bidet - watch out! Enjoy the movie! xo
AMC River East 21 is one of the better theaters with a good offering of international films. Be prepared to go up a few escalators since the theaters are on the third floor.
Michael SheehanFebruary 3, 2013There is a bar here! Repeat, a full bar that allows you to booze and watch movies. I personally think that is amazing.
This is the place for advanced screenings and special showings. A rowdier crowd goes here for some reason.
Glad to see they have started to play more Bollywood (Hindi) movies here! Just need to advert this more! Otherwise love coming here for movies!
moviewatchers get free popcorn on Wednesdays but sometimes you get a free large popcorn and drink or free movie ticket as well. great value: )
Decent parking around the theater. Unlike AMC on Michigan Ave. they have stadium seating. Great location near Navy Pier. Also a great place for "screen jumpers".
Cassandra DixonMay 27, 2015The bar and also the speciality drink that they have seasonal are also good
Another popular theater for film critics. But a really cool theater next to a bowling alley. Don't get lost.
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Morning movies are the way to go, much cheaper than the evening shows. Don't worry though, they'll still stick it to you at the snack bar.
Rocky WallsOctober 29, 2012Lots more screens than the IMAX at Navy Pier so there's almost always something on worth watching.
Jermaine "cHr!S" HudsonAugust 31, 2010You're movie experience isn't complete without grabbing a CINNAMON PRETZEL from the concession area!!! Great theaters, but sure to get to your movie at least 15-20 minutes early, especially on the wee
Oscar JaureguiOctober 12, 2010Always have a blast at this theatre. They have a bar, bowling alley on 1st floor. Very clean! I highly recommend watching movies here!
Rock PageJuly 16, 2011Catch an early show at the AMCinema. You can save close to $10 if you go before noon. Also I ordered chicken tenders from the snack bar. I waited for 15 minutes and never got them. Had to get a refund
Try the Ra Sushi place before or after the movie right next door - very good & unique drinks!
Competitive street parking! And I hate having to pay for parking, so I've learned to drive in early and do figure eights around the blocks or just catch CTA!? #Ughh- In my experience, one of the best places to see movies in Chicago.
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If you go in the morning the tickets are very reasonable!
Extremely slow concession stands. Make sure you come early if you don't want to miss your movie.
Cat SotoApril 8, 2013Just make sure to pay before you leave the building because you'll have to go back upstairs
totally love coming here before 2pm! its like watching a movie on a large screen all to myself. :P
My favorite One Stop Theater! Movie drinks bowling billiards and eats
I used to love coming to this theater. But lately this theater has been filled with ghetto people, who don't stop talking or using their cell phones during a movie. If you come here I would recommend
TCAugust 6, 2021you can order tickets on line or on the side of cashiers have machines to print your tickets
sparky torchApril 3, 2011this place bordered on realized insanity. like, if insanity or schizophrenia or madness were given four walls, ceilings, escalators, employees, restrooms, etc., this would be it. a tangible madness.
Nice theater that veers on the pricey side. Usually have anything you would want to see though.
Marty ErwinJanuary 28, 2018We could hear the bass from an adjoining movie. Not fun to have a movie interrupted repeatedly in this manner
Colin ByrneDecember 26, 2012If you're seeing a show where you have to line up in the lobby, you had better pray you don't have to go to the bathroom because there are none out there and they don't care about your need.
Austin WestermannApril 18, 2013Surprisingly you can go to a movie here and the theatre will be fairly empty. Very expensive but a good movie experience
Buy snacks from the Walgreens next door! So much cheaper and a much shorter line.
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AMC River East 21
322 E Illinois St (btwn Fairbanks Ct & McClurg Ct)
Chicago, IL 60611
United States
Chicago, IL 60611
United States
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