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AMC’s Lennox, Easton theaters set up for dining, alcohol expansion
Business First by Dan Eaton, Staff reporter
Date: Tuesday, December 13, 2011, 1:07pm EST

Changes could be in the works for AMC Entertainment Inc.’s two marquee Columbus movie theaters at Lennox Town Center and Easton Town Center. The Kansas City-based chain has applied for liquor licenses that would allow beer, wine and liquor sales at its 24-screen Lennox theater. Big deal. Lots of theaters around town offer drinks with the viewing experience, including AMC’s Easton Town Center 30.

READ MORE: http://www.bizjournals.com/columbus/blog/2011/12/amcs-lennox-easton-theaters-set-up.html

Posted 5 months ago #
NerosNeptune
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seems to be pretty standard.

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Walker
The KLD / Downtown
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Yeah, it does seem to be a pretty standard practice these days, which is a little sad. I always thought of the idea of drinking or dining at the theater as being something more unique to the smaller or independent theaters...

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NerosNeptune
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Yeah, I remember bragging to people that we could get drinks at the gateway theatre. Now every theatre I go to it seems like I can have a drink and better food than before. I'm not complaining though. It make sense that this would spread from small theaters to the big ones, I'm sure it results in a lot more money being made.

I guess the smaller theaters can still stay ahead by offering better beer and local/unique food. I haven't been to an AMC in awhile but I'm guessing I can't get a big cup of sierra nevada there like I can at the gateway.

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I am a little more worried for single screen, non-3d, mom & pop theaters, the Grandview Theater comes to mind. The last couple of times I was there it did not look like it was doing well - having a beer there was always a bit of its charm.

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Small theaters affected by movie industry changes
Trendspotting — By Melanie McIntyre on December 7, 2011 at 8:00 am

It’s generally harder to run an independent cinema today than in years past. Small theaters offer moviegoers a homegrown entertainment venue, but steep competition from corporate chain theaters threatens their prominence.

Additionally, technological advances in the film industry often make it harder, or at least more expensive, for the little guys to compete. Such circumstances have forced independent theaters to alter the way they do business, but the necessary changes can actually benefit patrons.

READ MORE: http://www.themetropreneur.com/columbus/small-theaters-affected-movie-industry/

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Anne
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Update on Arena Grand's offerings:

WHAT'S NEW IN BREW?

One amenity of which we are quite proud is the Arena Grand Bistro and Bar. We are constantly bringing you the latest and greatest in beers and spirits from both local and national companies. We are here to bring you up to speed on what you can expect the next time you stop by to wet your whistle.

LOCAL DRAFTS:

* Procrastinator Doppelbock - Elevator Brewing Co.

* HOP BOMBER Pale Ale - Rivertown Brewing Co.

LOCAL LIQUORS:

* OYO Whiskey & Vodkas (including Stone Fruit & Honey Vanilla)

* Watershed Gin

OTHER NEW ARRIVALS:

* Bell's Seasonal Draft - Cherry Stout

* Pinnacle Flavored Vodkas including: Whipped Cream, Marshmallow, Gummy, and more!

* Sofia - Blanc de Blancs - sparkling white wine by Francis Coppola.

With all these great new flavors and our always tasty and amusing weekend cocktail specials, our bar is your best bet for great libations this weekend!

Posted 4 months ago #
groundrules

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The last time I went to the Grandview Theater, they were quite straightforward in telling us that they don't make much or any money on the tickets sales, they survive by selling concessions. so eat up.

Posted 4 months ago #
melikecheese
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Walker said:
Yeah, it does seem to be a pretty standard practice these days, which is a little sad. I always thought of the idea of drinking or dining at the theater as being something more unique to the smaller or independent theaters...

Yet Studio 35 has not changed, added more food, tried to add even a few more seats with tables in front of them or done anything different over the past few years as chain theaters start understanding the whole eat, drink, watch a movie idea.

Studio 35 needs to learn a few things from the Alamo Drafthouse chain in Austin. I mean I love studio 35, the special events they do, I am just worried they will sit and spin while other theaters make changes and soon they will be out of business because the few things that did make them unique will be no longer. They will just be the one screen place with beer like everyone else and food you have to eat on your lap.

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AMC to add bar at Lennox Town Center theater
By Dan Gearino
The Columbus Dispatch
Friday March 2, 2012 1:14 PM

AMC Entertainment will open a bar at its Lennox Town Center theater this month. The Kansas City-based movie-theater chain is also planning to open a restaurant at its Easton theater, though the opening date is not yet available.

READ MORE: http://www.dispatch.com/content/stories/business/2012/03/02/amc-adding-bar-to-lennox-theater.html

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