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Grand Lake Theater
Movie Theater and Indie Movie Theater
Lakeshore, Oakland
"Beautiful theater with an air organ and multiple theaters."(4 Tips)
"Nothing beats $5 Tuesdays!"(4 Tips)
"Best movie house in USA"(4 Tips)
"Free Small popcorn Monday - Thursday."(6 Tips)
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Ian C. GloverMay 4, 2016One 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!Upvoted 1 week ago
This is the best theater in the Bay Area as far as I'm concerned. No ads blasting, their politics are right on, and the owner is a good chap. I opt for this theater whenever I have the choice.
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!
Upvoted Jan 20
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!
If a movie is made in Oakland and is about Oakland - see it in Oakland here. Worth it.
heathr goldMarch 13, 2013This 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
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.
Adrian PhillipsJanuary 12, 2016$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.
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!
Logan EvascoDecember 27, 2015The 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.
Willard Wheaton DavisAugust 24, 2012I 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.
The last continually operating Art Deco era movie house in Oakland. Could use a little TLC. One of the only 70mm screens around.
Danielle HowellOctober 24, 2016This theater is amazing, from the beautiful architecture to the live organ music in between movies. Definitely my new go-to for movie nights!- Ashley MowreyOctober 24, 2015It'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.
- Nothing beats $5 Tuesdays! And one of the more beautiful theaters you'll ever see. Glad this spot is in the neighborhood.
All-time Favorite Movie Theater. Great place to catch a flick and chill out. All the auditoriums are awesome to be in, but the best screen is upstairs.- medvedevAugust 4, 2018I like that old theater and It's architecture, the rooms are quite small and authentic
Fernanda AlvesNovember 15, 2014Amazing theater: good prices, comfy seats, great decoration! Love it!
Tom AOctober 11, 2014The large theater is amazing. Of course the organ playing is special. Smaller theaters are better than most as well
i love how oakland this place feels. each theater is beautiful in its own way.
Craig VillamorDecember 22, 2015Classic theater! Great place to see 3D. Two projector set up is sweet.
Love this theatre, really nice interior and they still do 70 mm showings of select movies.
Beautiful green art deco interior. Not as grand as the Paramount, but runs up to date movies all the time.
HawkeyeApril 26, 2020Great local theatre! Comfortable w/ good array of concessions. Also, cheap tickets on Tuesdays 😍
Camille CarterDecember 18, 2015Beautiful historic local theater. I grew up going here, and no other theater can ever compare.
ANT-1 RI$KYxWNKKMarch 11, 2016Personally, probs my favorite theatre. It gives you hella "Last Action Hero" vibes... They just don't make places like these anymore.
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.
The best. Great popcorn, local sodas, $5 Tuesdays and a political marquee. Neighborhood institution.- Jeremy JovenSeptember 15, 2013Beautiful theater with an air organ and multiple theaters. Great place!
Hot dogs barely count as food, but even within that realm, these are bad. I love this theater, but put. That hot dog. Down.
Ava RodgersOctober 5, 2014$5 all day Tuesday, including 3D. You can buy your Tickets online to save time.
Michael KrukJanuary 5, 2020Outside food is allowed if you get it from Wilde Brothers Coffee next door!
Great theater, well priced and friendly. They give out free popcorn mon-thurs
Beautiful piece of history, awesome movie theater in great city.
Location, Location, Location. Large theaters, great movie selection. This is my favorite bar-none.
Post cards of the theater are on sale at the ticket counter for 50 cents each!
Debbi DiMaggioNovember 14, 2015Throughout my childhood we went to matinees at the Grand Lake Theatre to see all the Disney movies.
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Reuse your 3D glasses and get 50 cents off your ticketUpvoted Mar 2
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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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