2.0 of 5 stars.
Smelly Old Seats: Hold your breathe. This place stinks. Literally. Good God, don't bring a date here. Just go if you're planning on showering immediately afterwards. F-it, just don't go!
yelp.com - user review - 07/05/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Like the surrounding Richmond district, the Balboa Theater is just kinda lame. It does have a few redeeming qualities, here they are: 1. Staffed by real people who do not quote a training manual.
yelp.com - user review - 07/02/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I've never been one for the smaller theaters, but that's mainly because I have yet to have a good experience in one. It's just not the same as the modern, THX Surround Sound theaters nowadays. Throw…
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I like the location, and I like the independent vibe, but I saw Ironman there and was dissappointed with the sound and picture. I might go there to see a comedy or drama but I won't be back for any…
yelp.com - user review - 07/01/2008
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1.0 of 5 stars.
I completely support and applaud independent theaters. I don't mind paying the same price as for big name theaters for creaky seats, and mediocre sound system, and stale popcorns, and smaller screens.…
yelp.com - user review - 06/29/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The people that work the ticket booth and snack bar are really friendly - I bought a ticket to the 9:35 show, went across the street to grab a quick dinner at Shanghai Taste before the movie, then…
yelp.com - user review - 06/22/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Yeah, the Balboa is prob the only theater left in SF that is not corporately owned...but common, can't you clean it up a lil' bit? I don't get what all the excitement is about? I watched Sex n' the…
yelp.com - user review - 06/18/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I went to the Balboa theatre last evening for the first time in years. My old stomping grounds which held very pleasant memories for me. I like this theatre is independently owned and has an older…
yelp.com - user review - 06/08/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I hate leaving the comfort of my 2 favorite hoods , da sunset and da Richmond. I am so happy that Balboa are playing newer movies so I don't have to leave the my safety bubble. Saw Kung Fu Panda…
yelp.com - user review - 06/07/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Clearly I'm going against the grain here with this review... but these reviews are about what I would expect from the all too hip San Francisco moviegoer trying to prove just how cool they are. I'm all…
yelp.com - user review - 06/06/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I love having this around the corner from my house. This is an amazingly cute, old-school theater. The selection of independent films shown here is excellent, and the selection of popular films…
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This theater has brought many movies into my life that would not otherwise have found themselves before mine eyes. This is due to the fact that they play popular features alongside foreign and…
yelp.com - user review - 06/03/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This is my neighborhood theater; a quaint throwback to the old-school movie houses of the 50's and 60's. No the audio isn't Dolby surround, and no you won't hear the jack-hammer audio demo here,…
yelp.com - user review - 05/30/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Nice boutique independently owned theater that shows popular first run films and also some independent films. On your birthday you get in free. Check them out. The price is also nice.
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I love that I can go see a mainstream movie in the neighborhood without having to go to 1000 Van Ness or G-d Forbid the Metreon. Nice people and a really good concession stand. I won't go anywhere…
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This place blows my face off. 5 bucks for a double feature? Nothing can help me escape the debilitating loneliness of San Francisco like the Balboa theater double! Went here some time ago and caught a…
yelp.com - user review - 05/25/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
OK. So its hard to give the Balboa a 4, but I do because I want the independent theatre tradition to continue in San Francisco. I am the type to avoid the large corporate chain theatres, so I like the…
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4.0 of 5 stars.
i hope they never close this place down. everyone is REALLY nice there and the customer service is superb. although the actual screen or seating set up is nothing compared to the newer theaters like…
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4.0 of 5 stars.
i've always referred to the balboa as my fave theater in the city, even though the screens are pretty small. i used to love their double features but they hardly ever do that anymore. and their ticket…
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Yay for the Balboa Theater!!! Great atmosphere, cheaper tickets, a good selection of flicks, yummy popcorn. They have a great punch-card deal that you can buy for like $30 for 5 movies and can use at…
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I went to the Balboa for the first time in 2002. The reason I remember is because I had just been dumped and I walked all the way there from Alamo Square to see "I Am Sam". I wasnt that interested…
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I've lived in SF for 12 years and in the Inner Richmond for about 5, and until 6 months ago I had never set foot in this theater. That's changed recently, and in the past 3 days have been there twice.…
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This is a great richmond gem. Sure they only have two maybe three movies at a time but they are usually the one you really wanted to see or a really cool independent film. You can't go wrong in a place…
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I'm one of the geezers you'll find populating this wonderful theater. Have enjoyed seeing films here forever. The staff, pricing and refreshment are tops and I never have a problem parking as I…
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5.0 of 5 stars.
God Bless thee Balboa Theater. I can go see a great movie, and eat before and/or after with a walk across the street or have a martini at the local dive if the movie made me sad, or whatever. The…
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Oh, Balboa, with your faded art deco glory and gourmet hot dogs. Really, a great treasure to us in the Fog Bank, and with newer movies, too. Don't get me wrong, I do love SF Noir and the more curated…
yelp.com - user review - 03/23/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I love this theater for all the reasons stated below. I'll just add: 1) I saw Bruce Campbell here do a booksigning/director's Q&A with his film "The Man With the Screaming Brain" a couple of years ago.…
yelp.com - user review - 02/29/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This place rocks. If you like stadium seating and multiple screens, I've heard real estate in Livermore is affordable. Here's the deal. There are very few little theaters these days. You should…
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Frozen Junior Mints! The Balboa gets four stars right there for having these. I love, love, love frozen candy and never thought I could enjoy them outside my apartment. Mmm...they also have frozen…
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4.0 of 5 stars.
$8.50 for movie tickets? Heck yeah! Popcorn with a variety of flavors? Heck Yum!
yelp.com - user review - 02/19/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Very cool little theater not far from my house. A star is dinged however cause my fella was startled to find a giant spider crawling on his hand! Even if there are spiders...it beats the hell out of…
yelp.com - user review - 02/15/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I love the Balboa Theater. I mean what's not to love?--the neighborhood, independent movie house feel with prices to boot and the popcorn seasonings. The only reason it doesn't get the final star is…
yelp.com - user review - 02/11/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Love the Balboa. I used to live around the corner and this was my movie theatre. They always have a good selection of films and great prices. The staff are always friendly and they have nice…
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4.0 of 5 stars.
My *favorite* neighborhood-indie-arthouse theater. *Nice variety of movies.
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I love Balboa Theater! I feel good about walking into the place because I'm supporting the underdog and not feeding the beast. Speaking of feeding the beast, I'm super impressed with their popcorn…
yelp.com - user review - 01/21/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
This place would be really good if they just tore out the old seats and replaced them with reclining ones. It still has double feature deals and still has good prices for movies. Candy and sodas are…
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I am all about supporting the little independent movie theaters in the city- they are a dying breed soon to be extinct if we don't show some love! But beware, bring a comforter when you come here to…
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Uncomfortable seats, closet like theater with tiny screen. I know you're supposed to support the independent movie theaters, but there is a reason that they are dying out.
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5.0 of 5 stars.
A small theater with a ton of personality. You won't find a cooler bunch of people who love movies. And they have nut yeast in the lobby for popcorn! Fond memories. The movie prices are affordable for…
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This was actually the first time I've ever been to a theater so small. I like how it's independent and it's like a neighborhood theater. The staff here is so nice and seems really down to earth. The…
yelp.com - user review - 01/17/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Love this place. I love the history with old SF theatres. Retro cushy seats, but the sound and screen is to be expected. No stadium seating.
yelp.com - user review - 01/10/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Why is your popcorn so damn good? Butter!
yelp.com - user review - 01/05/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Here are my gripes...this was once a single screen movie theater. It was split several years ago into two theaters so when you walk in to one of these theaters you have this feeling that the rooms are…
yelp.com - user review - 01/03/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Great time here, just wish they accepted credit. Very retro, I enjoyed that about this place. Bathrooms need a makeover. Oh nice that they played good music and no commercials while waiting.
yelp.com - user review - 12/30/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I was born and raised is San Francisco, and I have seen it grow to something you can call corporate America. The most obvious change is the movie theaters. They have begun to change into huge…
yelp.com - user review - 12/16/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
So, I hear that this place was recently remodeled. It's nice that they have 2 screens only and that their concessions are different (and that they have good tea and coffee). However, there are a…
yelp.com - user review - 12/09/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I loved the Balboa more when they had 2nd run double features, but still, they're local, have great popcorn, and friendly staff!
yelp.com - user review - 12/06/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Bring back the $5 double feature matines!
yelp.com - user review - 12/03/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The Balboa rocks! I always get a good view, great independent movie and popcorn with REAL butter. It doesn't have steller sound & visuals, but it's cozy.
yelp.com - user review - 12/01/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This is the last independently owned movie theater in San Francisco. Get out there and show your support for the underdog! It's a local theater, interesting indie choices, foreign pics, and a…
yelp.com - user review - 11/29/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Compared to the monolithic multiplexes taking over the Bay Area, the Balboa is a quirky, cool little neighborhood theater. The matinees are a steal, although I wish they still showed as many random…
yelp.com - user review - 11/28/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I love that there are still a large handful of small neighborhood theaters scattered throughout the city. It's a shame so many have closed, hopefully we can hang on to the ones we have left. The…
yelp.com - user review - 11/26/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I've been coming here quite a bit recently because of the convenience factor and the fact that their small selection of films is usually decent. You can also buy a card for multiple visits for a…
yelp.com - user review - 11/22/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
love love love this place for a movie! I live nearby so I can easily nip over and catch a flick - why go downtown and fight the crowds when you can have a comfortable neighborhood experience here.…
yelp.com - user review - 11/15/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
A true neighborhood theater, the Balboa has managed to survive in the modern era, and I'm happy about that. It's a great place for locals to go catch a movie before or after a bite to eat at some of…
yelp.com - user review - 11/06/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Love it - One of the best indie theaters around. They have shown some of my favorite movies here including People of the Wind! They do film series often, such as, Film Noir and Man vs Nature.…
yelp.com - user review - 11/04/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Excellent neighborhood theater with a great selection of new and independent films. I'm fortunate enough to be within walking distance and I've taken advantage of the $30, 5 movie pass- what a deal!…
yelp.com - user review - 11/04/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I haven't been in awhile but this is a great little theater. It's good for going alone or with friends. I'm not sure if they still play double features but it was nice to be able to go and kind of…
yelp.com - user review - 10/20/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Its nice to go to a movie theater that doesn't solely cater to the pre-teen set.
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5.0 of 5 stars.
changed my life. i was able to walk to a theatre, not a multiplex gi-normous whatnot what have you but a small old theatre with beautiful marquee, eat dinner at a vietnamese restaurant and walk back…
yelp.com - user review - 10/03/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This place is actually pretty decent old fashion movie theatre. Only 2 movies shown at once. You will see mostly middle age and nice family type of people here. Definitely you won't see any rude and…
yelp.com - user review - 09/26/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This place looks small and run down on the outside, but it is one truly deceiving place. On the inside is a rustic theater with 2 large cinemas that I did not expect. They are reasonably priced and…
yelp.com - user review - 09/25/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I love this place! The movie card $30 for 5 movies is a great deal. The people who work here are always super friendly and the movies are usually a combination between independent and mainstream.…
yelp.com - user review - 09/18/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I love this place! From the old wood floor to the fact that it transports me back to another era with the beautiful, albeit uncomfortable, seats. The gentleman that curates the movies does a good…
yelp.com - user review - 09/13/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I love how on Yelp I'll review something (say, the Vogue theater) and instantly get a ton of recommendations on something I'd like even better (say, the Balboa). I tried desperately to get people out…
yelp.com - user review - 08/26/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I have an unnatural love for The Simpsons. When the movie came out I couldn't wait to see it. I didn't want to share my absurdly religious experience with a bunch of strangers. So I walked down the…
yelp.com - user review - 08/24/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Easy parking! Cheap (comparatively)! Clean bathrooms! Fairly comfortable seats! Empty 4pm matinee of "The Bourne Ultimatum," just how I like it!
yelp.com - user review - 08/21/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The Balboa Theater rules! Huge fan of cinema, and I love this place because they are as well.
yelp.com - user review - 08/21/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I know everyone loves this place -- and the staff is VERY friendly, and the concessions are great (they actually have frozen Junior Mints!), and the vibe is wonderful.... But I just can't get over the…
yelp.com - user review - 08/16/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
One of the finest neighborhood theatres in San Francisco and perhaps anywhere. Always great service from the staff and, OH, those yummy veggie dogs! You MUST try one. I've been told that theatres,…
yelp.com - user review - 08/11/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
What?! I hadn't reviewed this before?! Shame on me! This theatre ROCKS. I don't care if the seats are old, the theatre smells stale, and there are no cup holders. It's a historic theatre for crying…
yelp.com - user review - 08/10/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
A great old fashioned theater located in the Outer Richmond. While most movie theaters in SF lack easy parking, quality candy and great ambiance. Balboa has it all, including some fun loving, great…
yelp.com - user review - 08/10/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I love this theater and try to see my movies here when I can. This theater has a personlal neighborhood feel that is rare in these days of chain store everything.
yelp.com - user review - 08/08/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
How close to perfect can a theater be in SF these days? Let's take a gander at the Balboa.... Independent? Check!
yelp.com - user review - 08/06/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Balboa Theater is literally a block away but I have only been in there maybe less than 10 times in my life. The times I watched movies in there though were just as good as if I was watching them in a…
yelp.com - user review - 08/05/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I really like the funkiness of this theater and the kick back vibe here. Prices are great. I don't mind the smaller screen because its easy to get a good seat. Only request is clean those seats…
yelp.com - user review - 08/03/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This is a cozy little theatre. I saw The Simpsons movie tonight and liked all the Simpsons decor up on the walls. And get this, in trying to select my theatre treat, I originally wanted the gummy…
yelp.com - user review - 08/02/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
My FIRST choice when it comes to movie night, the Balboa is always an adventure. The proprietor will always have something interesting to say about the great films they show there: I can tell he's a…
yelp.com - user review - 07/31/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
An ode the Balboa: I still have a little slice of my childhood left in this wonderful seaside movie theater. The dark carpets, slightly uncomfortable seating, neighborhood audiences and unusual treats…
yelp.com - user review - 07/25/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The last time I was here, was when I was 7 years old, a spry and impudent bratty tomboy...it was my first time seeing a Disney movie "101 Dalmatians" and basically I raised holy hell that we got into…
yelp.com - user review - 07/15/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Yay! Wheee!! i love this theater. God I love the movies. And this theatre -- it is so San Francisco and it makes me so happy. I went there the first time years back when they did "Reel San…
yelp.com - user review - 07/09/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This is one of the best local theaters around (not that there are many left). They are cheap, and the parking is pretty plentiful except on fri-sat. Balboa has a great concession stand with local…
yelp.com - user review - 07/08/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I love the Balboa! Yes, it used to be dumpier (in the old days when it was part of the UA chain and I used to work summers at the old Alexandria, another great deco palace, now closed), but in the…
yelp.com - user review - 07/07/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
My husband and I wanted to see Ratatouille so we chose to see it at this independent theater that shows current movies. There's free street parking and the movies cost $8.50 general admission--$6 if…
yelp.com - user review - 07/04/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Indie. No commercials. No need to bring an extra sweater due to blasting A/C. Free on your birthday if you can prove it. This place also makes me feel like I should be secretly making out with my…
yelp.com - user review - 07/02/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This place used to be such a dump, but the new owners have turned it into a great place in the past few years. There are so few indie theaters left in this town, it's a shame - but at least we have The…
yelp.com - user review - 07/01/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
It is thrilling for those of us who operate the Balboa Theatre to read your comments. Your raves make us proud and constructive criticism is taken seriously. There is support for our showing both big…
yelp.com - user review - 06/28/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
My first time at this theater was when I went to see "Knocked Up" and won a free t-shirt on my very first ticket purchase. How's that for a good first impression? It's in a perfect location in the…
yelp.com - user review - 06/24/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I REALLY hope this small, independent theater in the sleepy theater manages to stay afloat! It has SO MUCH going for it! Unlike a multiplex, where you feel like a piece of meat being led to the…
yelp.com - user review - 06/24/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This is my favorite indie theater in San Francisco. Unfortunately, this seems to be part of a dying tradition as more and more indie theaters are closing down and/or being bought up by the corporate…
yelp.com - user review - 06/24/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Great little theatre that we go to often - close, convienient, friendly people, great atmosphere. It sometimes runs double-headers, but prices are reasonable regardless (especially if you buy a movie…
yelp.com - user review - 06/16/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Small, local theatre with some great movies (usually -- i'm not a fan of the art flicks). We love going out for "date night" to the old Balboa Theatre. The prices are very good (around $8.50) and…
yelp.com - user review - 06/16/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I'm a dreamer. I spend most of my life in the gutter looking at the stars, so to speak. I also trip and fall a lot. But many of my dreams are quite beautiful: transit villages in Wilmington, Delaware;…
yelp.com - user review - 06/07/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I want to support the old rep houses and movie theatres because they're a dying breed. And this one has fun showings. But if you have any sensitivity to mold - be careful. I saw a movie there this…
yelp.com - user review - 06/06/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
It's fun. You want to go to a movie that is not a technological masterpiece requiring DTS 5.1 stereo whatever sound with advanced DLP projection. If you go see a comedy or an older movie, it is…
yelp.com - user review - 06/03/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Finding a nice movie theater with a big, neon marque is a rare occasion. Most of these old theaters have been knocked down and replaced with the megaplexs we see so often. I was pleasantly surprised…
yelp.com - user review - 05/28/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Well admittedly this place wins one extra star from me just for being so damn conveniently located right up the street from my house. However, I think I would like it regardless-- it's genuinely…
yelp.com - user review - 05/27/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I'm a fan of small businesses of all kinds - especially movie theaters. True pieces of classic Americana, Balboa Theater is a most enjoyable place to see a movie. Tasty snack options, very friendly…
yelp.com - user review - 05/24/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
It is places like the Balboa Theater that make Bit-Torrent inadequate.
yelp.com - user review - 05/23/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I LOVE this place! A reasonably priced double feature out in the cold Richmond area (bring a coat!) I am that person who rushes over to the seats near the side exit, so I can leisurely stretch out…
yelp.com - user review - 05/16/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I like this theatre alot. It is rather small,but that doesn't matter. If you are looking to get away from the overally crowded theatre's you should come here. Good popcorn and snacks. BTW- After the…
yelp.com - user review - 05/07/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I heard Sugarbowl's rats migrated over to the theater when they closed. That's why these guys never have to sweep the popcorn off the floor.
yelp.com - user review - 05/02/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Went to see a very terrible film here, so I will try not to let that cloud my opinion of the theater. Sort of a non-descript old theater in a middle-of-nowhere part of the outer Richmond (this is the…
yelp.com - user review - 04/28/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I just visited this place for the first time last week (for Blades of Glory) and loved it. It's definitely... old. The seats are small (no faux-leather upholstery or cupholders here), the screen is…
yelp.com - user review - 04/19/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
When it comes to going to the movies, often I find myself nearly as concerned with the venue as with the picture. While the Century 20 Daly City is but a few minutes away, I will do everything…
yelp.com - user review - 04/09/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I can't believe I've lived in the Inner Richmond for 5 months and haven't been to this theater yet! It's an old fashioned, charming theater with a friendly staff. I think the snacks and popcorn are…
yelp.com - user review - 04/08/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
So, for everyone who finds the Outer Richmond to be a wasteland, you have been missing out and clearly have not been to the Balboa (followed by a beer at the Hockey Haven). This is the best deal in…
yelp.com - user review - 03/28/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Double Feature of 1st run movies for $8.50? oh hell yes.
yelp.com - user review - 03/26/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Being a native to Los Angeles and having frequented the older movie theaters in Hollywood, I have to say that I love going to the Balboa because it reminds me of those types of theaters that are in…
yelp.com - user review - 03/19/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This charming old movie theater shows a lot of great foreign and independent films and even documentaries, and it has a friendly, old bohemian feel. Go for coffee up the street at Simple Pleasures,…
yelp.com - user review - 03/11/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
My friend and I went here Friday night past and it is definitely a neat little theatre. It's over 80 years old (they had a birthday celebration where they were showing Buster Keaton films and handing…
yelp.com - user review - 03/07/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
An old-timey theatre which does justice to San Francisco, showing revival fare, second-run, and special events. I saw a David Lynch double feature here recently and couldn't help thinking that this…
yelp.com - user review - 02/27/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Who needs stadium seating and THX sound when you can stroll into the Balboa with no crowds, listen to some nice music before your double-feature starts, have a nice cup of Caffe Trieste coffee during…
yelp.com - user review - 02/21/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Indie-Kino a la Schauburg. Etwas heruntergekommen. Aber sehr schoen. 4 Sterne wegen unguenstiger Lage
yelp.com - user review - 02/21/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
So, my review may be a bit bias since I had one of the all-time best first dates here, but Balboa Theater is a great independent movie theater. I'm a sucker for indie movies and this is a great…
yelp.com - user review - 02/18/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I once saw a double feature of "Mulholland Drive" and "The Man Who Wasn't There" at the Balboa Theatre. In a mere five hours, I'd been transformed entirely. This was in 2002 or 2003. Fast-forward to…
yelp.com - user review - 02/10/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I love this theater, and not just because I can walk there. The staff is young and funky and tend to have interesting comments about features. The neighborhood is great and makes for a fun night…
yelp.com - user review - 02/08/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Great movie geek moment last night: I was torn between seeing Pan's Labyrinth and Children of Men, both showing here at around the same time, so I asked the two clerks behind the counter what they…
yelp.com - user review - 02/05/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Holy crap. I can't believe this is one of the only old theaters left. Best popcorn and snacks in the city. 70% dark chocolate bars! AND! Sparkling water with fresh lime. Plently of great date…
yelp.com - user review - 02/04/2007
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Balboa Theater is a great location if you're into independent movies and such. If you're tired of watching the same old summer blockbusters then this ...
gusto.com - user review - 02/04/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Cute little neighborhood theater. Great double feature, nice crowd. My only complaint is that the seats are a bit uncomfortable and screen is at a strange angle, and also on the small side.
yelp.com - user review - 01/31/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The Balboa is a great small place to see a film. They have a good selection of theater food (Lindt chocolates & tofu & regular dogs) and the neighborhood is fun- you can walk down to Ocean Beach…
yelp.com - user review - 01/29/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I'm all for supporting the indie theater and the Balboa has yet to disappoint. A good selection of first run films and an always interesting array film series. Plus they use real butter on the…
yelp.com - user review - 01/28/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Ah yes, the Balboa. One might think that it's a crappy little independent theater. But that's not the case! I'm someone that likes to support the small guy, but only if it's a decent movie going…
yelp.com - user review - 01/26/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Best popcorn I have had in the city in close running with the Castro Theatre. You can see a great varity of movies here from classics to foreign films and second run main stream films. They change…
yelp.com - user review - 01/16/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
alongside the Four Star, it's the last bastion of pre-megaplex, old-school neighborhood theaters on this side of the city and one can't help but root for and support it and the people that work there.…
yelp.com - user review - 12/28/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The theater that just won't quit! You ROCK, Balboa Theater! Kudos to you for sticking after around.... I know you must have been a little nervous after seeing The Sugar Bowl Bakery vacate next door...…
yelp.com - user review - 12/08/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I have to give 5 stars. It's in my neighber hood.
yelp.com - user review - 11/29/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I think I may be the only one who loves this place for their assortment of popcorn seasonings!!! 5 stars for that alone. In all seriousness, I like the intimate setting and old school decor. Who…
yelp.com - user review - 11/07/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Been coming here for so many years...love the double features and the price has always been on the low end compared to most other theaters in the city...the movies may have been out a while, or maybe…
yelp.com - user review - 10/27/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
i can't believe it's taken me this long to write a review of my neighborhood movie house... the calendar includes cool themes like film noir, 60's french, classic horror, the visitng surf flick,…
yelp.com - user review - 09/23/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Free on your birthday! The guy at the front wished me happy birthday 3 different times. The snacks and drinks are all quality and cheaper then the typical theater and they have flavored salt and…
yelp.com - user review - 09/20/2006
