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“Food-wise, the Nitehawk popcorn is AMAZING, all the entrees are delicious and the drinks are wonderful.” in 20 reviews
“Had the tater tots, cheddar biscuit and Chile pork belly dish associated with the movie and chicken sandwich.” in 40 reviews
“Definitely get there early to enjoy drinks and food as well as enjoy the pre-show, which was awesome.” in 10 reviews
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Jessica G.
Nitehawk Cinema is New York's original cinema eatery; an Independent movie house bringing a selective approach to film, food, and drinks.
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Do the seats recline?
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Not really, in my opinion. They did get new seats. Compared to the old ones they are fantastic. Pop in for a visit and check it out for yourself:)
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When I reserve a table, is it for 2 seats?
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Hello, Tickets are for one seat, so if you are buying tickets for 2 people please select two seats. There is a table between each set of 2 seats, so we recommend selecting seats that share a table (the key at the top of the theater/ seat selection… more
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- Kiara G.Crown Heights, New York, NY0232Feb 24, 2024
This spot is cute way to watch a film local in your neighborhood with good bites and strong drinks
Helpful 0Thanks 0Love this 0Oh no 0 - Daniel P.Brooklyn, NY176102Aug 3, 2024
I recently visited this movie theatre and had a mixed experience. Firstly, getting to Cinema 2 required taking three flights of stairs--one to enter and two more to descend. I didn't see any elevators, so those with mobility issues should double-check accessibility options with the theatre.
Upon entering, the server requested our tickets via email, which we provided, but they did not introduce themselves. While they were nice, it would have been better to know their name.
I immediately asked for the Wi-Fi password due to having no signal downstairs, nor did my partner. Unfortunately, the waiter informed us that the Wi-Fi is reserved for staff, leaving customers without signal for the duration of the movie. This is a significant drawback, especially if you need to stay connected for emergencies or to check on your home.
The ordering process involved writing our choices on a piece of paper for the waitstaff to pick up. As an IPIC movie theatre regular, I found this less convenient compared to IPIC's comfortable seating and call button service.
When I ordered a fish filet sandwich and requested tartar sauce, what I received didn't taste like traditional tartar sauce. Additionally, the server mistakenly delivered someone else's meal to our table, which was uncomfortable. I had to write another note to correct the error, and the other table declined the food since it had been placed on our table, even though we didn't touch it.
Overall, while the theatre is cute, I prefer the more upscale and user-friendly experience at IPIC. I wouldn't return to this location.Helpful 1Thanks 1Love this 1Oh no 0 - Apr 22, 2024Updated review12 check-ins
Rarely are there ever any real concerning issues with this nitehawk but y'all come on. Lately foods not above lukewarm and is overall lacking. If you run out of an ingredient then let the customer know don't just wing it then pretend that's how it's suppose to be. But most of all don't rush to serve barely lukewarm food (and please stop serving bone dry grilled chicken). Huge no. I love this theater for the small rooms, usually delicious food, and drinks (see yummy cocktail pic:).
I always write a note and leave them on the items I absolutely loved or can't consume which normally it gets addressed properly. This time around I was made to believe a lettuce wrap, which only had the beef and kimchi, was part of my cold meal (damn it if I didn't get gaslit because I just dropped the issue since its never ok to talk during a movie).
However no where was it listed in the menus, online or the physical one, that the flour tortilla would be substituted with a lettuce wrap and items would be omitted. Overall still the best dine in theater in the state, so far, and 100% better than all AMC/Regal.Helpful 4Thanks 3Love this 1Oh no 1Mar 13, 2018Previous reviewNitehawk can be inconsistent with food (overly seasoned popcorn or bland) but they quickly bounce back (please bring back the fish tacos and do not remove them again). Drinks have always been on point (please make the fire walk with me or whatever it's called now, not frozen again). The system for writing your orders down is great (sharpen the pencils after each show or get pens) but a buzzer in the kitchen or wherever the staff waits would be better so they don't have stalk on the isles like creeps:). Chairs will take you back to your school days (my bottom hurts after the shows and if you are a larger person it can be incredibly uncomfortable). Overall this is my go to theater and I may be biased when I say yes it's worth the trek. Cons: they don't play many recent year movies (when they do you'll be lucky if you get to see it b4 they remove it), seats hurt like hell, wait staff are odd when it comes to clearing the dishes (like if you ordered one drink then want another, they leave the old cup. Want another well now you have three cups, you get the picture [at one point I had four cups and the person who brought my food pushed the cups a bit to place the plate but left all the empty cups).... Pros: $cheap tickets (for now, it's starts with one dollar raise then jumps out of control), $$ good food and decent crowds. Overall the best done in theater in NYC so far (if you aren't looking to eat definitely not the place to be).
Apr 10, 2016Previous reviewI'd hate for this to be my first review of nitehawk but I'd really had zero complaints before. I'd had my third terrible experience and I can only think maybe the chef has changed (I hope that's the case). Theater tickets just raised and food is still highly over priced. This would be ok for only two reasons. It's the only done in theater in this neighborhood and the food was great. Popcorn use to be crash, cheese for the nachos use to be melted and well drinks use to actually taste good (not just filled with alcohol).. Only upside to keep me and mine coming is our movie pass. It'll be easy to say no food now that it's gone downhill. I hope the chef get better or if it's the same person I hope they get out of their funk.
Overall on a good day this place is a five. But I'd say for the price of tickets it's worth it for now but I wouldn't recommend eating anything for a while. - Aug 18, 2023
Visited on Saturday night with reservation. The reservation can be done online. This one is located close to l train, bedford Ave stop ~10 min walking distance. Plenty of street parking is available too.
This movie theater is one of the most hipster theater I have been. Very retro-feel interior and exterior design. Loved their atmosphere with mixed modern and retro designs.
There wasn't any person for direction, but it's pretty easy to navigate yourself. Make sure to arrive a bit earlier to find the room. The phone signal gets cut off on theater room 2. Be sure to screenshot your ticket.
When you sit down, the server will come to check your ticket and take order. Ordering is very simple. There are paper and pencil. You just need to write down what you want.
Food quality is very impressive. Semi fine dining experience. It is pricey as compared to other dining movies, but I think it is worth that price. I was very happy with the food.Helpful 1Thanks 0Love this 1Oh no 0 - Stacey K.Brooklyn, NY219148Aug 20, 2023
Me and my boyfriend enjoy going to Nitehawk for date nights and always have a great time. Both the Williamsburg and Prospect Park locations are fantastic, prospect park has a larger theater and offers more movie selection, whereas the Williamsburg location is smaller and more intimate. They have a large drink/food selection and a very fun and easy way of ordering, you just write down your order on the paper provided for you and prop it up until a server grabs it for you.
The previews before the movie are always fun and silly, they have some homemade trailers and a hilarious informative short. I also really enjoy the prospect park location, because it's right near the park and we have the opportunity to walk around and relax if we are early to a movie.Helpful 0Thanks 0Love this 0Oh no 0 - P M.Flushing, NY443611Jan 16, 2024
This theater is SO SHITTY. I literally went to the theater and someone was in my seat. Come to find out my ticket was INCORRECTLY CREDITED by a guy that doesn't care about his job named Eduardo. Given that the error was on the theater and they REFUNDED MY TICKET WHEN I DID NOT ASK FOR A REFUND OF THAT TICKET-- they then refused to give me a full refund to the original form of payment. Thanks Eduardo for NOT DOING YOUR JOB PROPERLY AND WITH DETAIL and for wasting my time. I also literally went to the theater in 20 degree weather only for the manager on top of it to simply NOT CARE. He said that he can't issue refunds to the original form of payment EVEN THOUGH IT WAS the cinemas FAULT- shitty place, shitty service, shitty management. I also ended up not even seeing the movie because someone booked the seat after my ticket was incorrectly refunded. Never coming back here
Also manager never issued a credit or refund of my ticket after i walked out ......... unreal manHelpful 0Thanks 0Love this 0Oh no 0 - Nicole W.Los Angeles, CA322333177Aug 27, 2023
Full disclosure: I'm a sucker for arthouse theaters. Nitehawk Cinema was right up my alley.
Nitehawk is a neat dine-in theater with two locations: Prospect Park and Williamsburg. I stumbled upon the Williamsburg location and had SUCH a great experience.
Nitehawk's menu features fresh, local ingredients inspired by the movies they're showing. I kept it classic with a Root Beer Float, Popcorn with salt and butter, and Queso. Everything we ordered was excellent and the service was quick and efficient.
Overall Nitehawk is an incredible spot to see a movie and a great way to kill some time in Williamsburg!Helpful 1Thanks 0Love this 0Oh no 0 - Ron B.Brooklyn, NY0100Jun 15, 2024
Judging by the screen quality and sound, yes, the Dolby theatre on 68th and Broadway is way better, but I am rooting for this place. I saw a re-issue of Mullholand Drive today and the employees were all friendly, I played pool for free for a while upstairs before my movie started. They have hundreds of old VHS tapes on display as if you were in Blockbuster in the 90's again. They have cool paintings on display for sale in the upper level ranging from maybe $300 to $1400. It is weird in a way that there are menus on your table in the theatre, so there is vaguely pressure to order and the waitress checks your ticket and asks if you want to order food or drinks. Very cool but unlike what I have seen. Great place to bring a date, as opposed to an AMC which are all big screens, tons of crowds and activity, etc.
Helpful 0Thanks 0Love this 0Oh no 0 - Keith S.New York, NY053Feb 23, 2024
This cinema has interesting original programming and an interesting way of integrating food at fairly reasonable prices served at your seat.
HOWEVER, theater 1 has a row of seats, called row 16 which are in fact at the front of the theater. They are so close to the screen that you have to look straight up for what is at best a distorted nearly anamorphic view. If the only available seats are in row sixteen (a number like 1601, 1602, etc) I wd advise looking for another screening or another venue. I don't think you will be happy unless you are pretty high or enjoy this kind of optical distortion and physical distress.
There was clearly some design error in building or designing this theater and rather than eliminate this row the owners chose to create a row of seats which are basically torture devices.
It gives one pause about what other errors or measures of economy they made in creating this venue.Helpful 0Thanks 0Love this 0Oh no 0
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