Sweet little independent movie theater. They do a live performance of Rocky Horror Picture Show every other week Saturday at 12 at night, and have neat one time events all the time.
A nice old time Style Theater. It was clean and well-maintained. The screens are quite small, but I knew that going to the theater. Concession prices are consistent with other theaters. The only real complaint I have is that the seats are a little tight, as I am a big man. They don’t recline either and have no headrest. Otherwise, this was enjoyable experience. Not sure if I will return however.
Quite small but good enough for the price. Clean. I love this place and do recommend it.Would be wonderful option if it shows TELUGU movies.
Well priced! Special beer offers on Thursday nights and great coupons available on their website.
Truly one of the best Indie/Art House theaters around. My favorite theater in the city without question. I love the quirky layout and small theaters. If youre looking for the big box, big chair experience at the major chains you may disappointed. This is old school movie-viewing at its finest.
This theatre has been kept in really great condition. Never have I gone to an old theatre like this, but glad I did and would definitely go again. Parking is difficult to find, but doable. They accept Moviepass and was the only showing in our area of a movie we wanted to see, so thats why we ended up here. The theater room we were in held 115 seats and there were 6 screens in the building. Concessions was good. Large popcorn and drink received free refills. Prices for those were about $2 less than what you find at large theaters, so it was a better value.
This is my favorite theater in Cincinnati. Unlike many of these modern overstuffed cinemas, this place is more intimate. Walking up to this place , the feel is different, the classic lights sparkle in the night with traditional a lettered billboard. Plus, this is a perfect Saturday night date place ( try The postal). With plenty of restaurants in the area for all tastes and the Cincy favorite in ice cream right across from Clinton square that during the summer has wonderful live music at night. The square lite with strands of big bulb lights makes a magical precursor to going to the movies. When the movie is about to start grab a ticket and popcorn from the front stand, remember if you want tea or a good beer, go to the back stand for excellent service! Remember every other Saturday The Rocky Horror Picture Show starts late. This is a classic, well maintained theater that will surely be a part of an experience.
This is a wonderful independently owned movie theater. We love coming here and the popcorn is the best!
Last weekend after working a lot for the past two weeks I finally had the the chance to see the movie Avengers: Endgame. I had a few dollars on an Esquire Theatre gift card and decided to go to my favorite neighborhood theatre. I dont live in Clifton but Northside is just across the viaduct and 2 miles down the road. I bought my ticket early for the 2 pm show at the concession stand/ticket counter. The three friendly student age employees provided great service. Later one of them was up front in the ticket booth. Showtimes before 4pm are $7.50. Screen 5 is of medium size & on the right side of the theatre. It was appropriately cool but not cold. The well cushioned seats are comfortable but do not have a headrest or fancy snack holders nor do they let you lean back. The sound system was clear and appropriately loud and the picture on the screen was of high quality. And the movie was great! The theatre lobby is nicely decorated with movie posters and merchandise to buy. There is street parking and validated parking in the lot across the street. I look forward to seeing more movies here especially on a warm summer afternoon or evening. Until next time be kind to each other. #yelpcincy #esquiretheatre
Took my daughter and her friend to go see The Rocky Horror Picture Show. Had a blast.
This is an old style movie theater that shows mainstream movies and some indies like Killer Raccoons 2. It is not fancy - no heated reclining seats or anything, but it is definitely a fun place to catch a campy movie.
Had a really great time here. It was my first time and I cant wait to return! Love the special screenings / events!
The Esquire Theater, long a fixture in an eclectic and diverse Clifton neighborhood, is one of the best things Cincinnati has to offer. Great place for independent, international and grownup-oriented films. Six screens, reasonable prices, great popcorn, and surrounded by great restaurants to make a great evening out.
Nice little theater but employees except for one were giving me and my girlfriend a hard time felt unwelcomed. Its like they thought we were there to cause trouble but it changed when they realized we wanna just see a movie. Like they were biased or something also treating another group of young black girls the same way they werent loud or rude and neither was me and my girlfriend. Its nice theater but idk if ill go again
The best place in Cincinnati to see unique films that do not show at multiplexes.
The Rocky Horror Picturr Show with the Denton Affair Shadow Cast is well worth the time to see, its funny, fun, and I had a blast.
Beautiful theatre that provides a great experience every time. The Esquire is locally owned and specializes in independent films you wont find anywhere else in Cincinnati. The building is super clean and the popcorn is delicious. The location in the heart of Clifton is also a big plus. Cant beat having graeters and skyline a few feet away after a movie.
I liked itNice and good popcorn, will be.back!!
Its a great, small theater in Clifton that is perfect if youre trying to avoid the crowds at a typical megaplex theater. The only two minor drawbacks are the parking is tight (I mean, it is Clifton, so it goes with the territory) and the sound system isnt the greatest, but overall, the prices are reasonable, the food is good, the staff is nice,, and its a great experience.
Good convenient theater for those to go to who live in Clifton. Steeper prices it seems but convenient.
Its near a good selection of restaurants for dinner before a movie.They arent as fancy as Cinemark, but Im honestly pretty ok with that. They have smaller films as well as the occasional foreign film that some UC professors choose to show on a particular night.In COVID, they had few enough people at any given movie showing that I felt quite safe.
Love this place Ive been here to watch movies nearly 50 years ago, so going back with me and my sister and brother just yesterday to see a movie was so much fun and a free trip down memory lane, thank you Esquire theater keep up the good work
Lived off of Ludlow for a year and this was a weekly stop for me. Great venue for seeing anything but especially indie/international pictures. If I ever find myself around the area again this place will be my first visit!
This theater really surprised me as Ive never been a in a movie house 1/4 the size (screen & seating area) of a normal old fashioned theater. The acoustics and seats are all very good and comfortable. The popcorn is delicious and the staff is very nice and welcoming. I recommend this theater for anyone looking for a great place to watch a flick!.....
I liked this movie theater, and would come back.Parking is really limited, and its preferably if you can to get walking. Parking could be nearby, or street, but it is a bit difficult (but it is most related how complicated is that street to park).Prices for tickets has been okay and good. They are actually cheaper than most big theaters, which make senses. It is important to understand this is not a big theater, but it is one who commits to make you feel comfortable and enjoy the movie. Popcorins here were delicious, and I love their name. I ordered the Previews Only one, and interestingly enough, it lasted for that long.Rooms are okay, not recliner or stadium seating. However, they do its purpose. I love the selection of movies they get to bring. Seats might not be the most comfortable in the world, but no complain about it.Id come back, and definitely suggest if you really wanna watch a movie, then this cinema will fulfill everything you ask for it.
Wonderful theater. Cozy, inviting, great movies you do not see elsewhere. The staff is Always helpful and friendly. I love it.
I absolutely LOVED this place. The staff there was very attentive and asked if there was anything else I needed. Everyone had a smile on their face, except for this one guy at the food section. The tickets were cheap as heck and I love their theater rooms. It reminds me of the old school movie theaters where it feels like a small school auditorium. Also, their commercials before the movie starts has a lot of cool local events that are happening and some reminiscent music. Im definitely coming back to this place ❤
Its an nice nostalgic theater, that shows classic movies and some new as well, I just wished they had recliner seats and an slushy machine.
During these challenging times, Esquire is doing an amazing job of keeping up with covid-19 guidelines. I ventured out to see a movie there tonight and I was the only one in the theater. Was bitter sweet. A movie 🎥 needs its audience.
In my opinion, this is a historical part of Cincinnati. My first time here was watching Kill Bill in 2004. They sometimes have showings of films that are in between the main movie theaters and DVD release. Great place, small rooms but comfortable, friendly staff and great movie snacks to buy at a reasonable price.
Love it. Next to skyline chili. I can eat and head over to see a movie. Nice theatre and comfy seating. Nice price and nice movie screen. Love the ticket personal. Will come back.
A gem of Clifton, and Cincinnati as a whole for that measure. Lots of limited release titles you cant see anywhere else, and special runs of older films. Reasonably priced, fun location, good food. They also really support the local film community. My favorite place for a date night with my wife :)
Nice little theater. Special price for students and a 5min walk for me. Seats are comfortable but not enough legroom.
A Clifton icon! From new movies of all genres to classics, there is always something showing that will appeal to a wide audience. Plus, the concessions offered are always delightful. From fresh popcorn to candy, plus beers and wines, its easy to sit back and relax and tune out of the day-to-day of life.My wife and I have been frequenting the Esquire for over 20 years, and will keep coming back for many years to come!
Beautiful place my wife went there as a child and wants to go back......
A gem of a theater showcasing a lot of great films and old classics. It has the old school nostalgic vibe l. They were showing The Graduate when we visited. They also hosted a indie film festival at the same time. They had wine and beer available, a d the usual popcorn and soda. I would highly recommend visiting this place and checking out a old classic film or one of the newer arthouse films. A great place for film lovers.
Its a classic no-frills movie theatre. Ive never paid more than $8 to see a movie and Ive had a great experience every time Ive gone. Friendly and helpful staff, reasonably priced concessions, good seats, clean, and every time you go youre supporting a local business. Whenever I want to see a movie, the Esquire is the first place Ill go
Really liked it, got a great selection of interesting and eclectic movies that really run the gamut from more mainstream fair to some amazing indie and off the beaten path films. Really only complaint is parking was a bit confusing for my first time going their. The street can get filled up real quick on a busy night, and if so you gotta loop around to a paid lot one street over, it wasnt too expensive especially since the theatre validates you for two free hours if parking, but it was a little difficult to find it when I showed up at night.Still, had a good time here, friendly staff and clean premises, saw Eraserhead here, the fact I can see a classic like that projected beautifully on the big screen should be more than enough to vouch for this places cred. Great spot! Thank you so much for bringing great cinema new and old to cincy!
The ability to rent this theater was a dream. Julianne was perfect when setting up and Johnny was fantastic when delivering. Thank you for letting me rent the theater to watch The Lighthouse .
Historic little theater, in historic Clifton neighborhood. Good selection of movies every day, food/drinks, reasonable ticket prices and no crowds during the day. Plenty of good places to eat/drink before or after within walking distance.
The entire charm of the local shops in this area is reflected even in the movie theater. The snack bar is not outrageous and the theater is not as fancy as the big places at the mall it totally makes up for that with charm. Clean rooms and polite staff is certainly a place I still return to. They play the indie movies the big shops dont waste the time with. Go there and watch an obscure indie film and check out the local shops to make a day of it.
One of the best small-town home-feel cinema’s. They usually have really good and very current movie (unlike other small cinema’s). Their service is also really nice.Also highly recommending to sign up to their newsletter to get perks such as discounts and GO TO THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW! It is hilarious!!
My Favorite Theater in Cincinnati! I love the Esquire. Unique Films, Amazing Staff. Great places nearby to grab Ice Cream or Wine before or after a movie. I highly recommend! Locally Owned.
I love the atmosphere of this theater. It is great for a unique date night and they tend to have the more unique and indie films. I only gave 4 stars because the seats are very uncomfortable, but that wont keep me from going back.
This theater is awesome. Its right in the middle of things in a place you would never expect. Its a smaller theater, giving you that personal and quaint mom & pop kind of feeling. However its much bigger than it looks from the outside. Its clean and considerably cheaper than going to one those corporate places. They even provide abnormal concessions such as milkshakes and even beer! I was ecstatic, because it wasnt more expensive than going out to Graeters or to a bar. I watched Endgame here for my first time going and will definitely recommend it to others.
The Esquire is one of my favorite places to see a movie. It has a great small Art House theater Vibe with lots of modern amenities and concessions. They play everything from arthouse Niche movies two big summer Blockbusters. They also have a full bar is a bartender who is more than happy to whip you up any cocktail youd like. The theaters are always clean and well maintained and the staff is very friendly. At least insofar as you could ever hope for a theater staff to be.
Nice, clean and well priced. I really enjoyed the movie.
I have been watching movies at the Esquire Theater for over 40 years. It is a great place to watch a movie. They select and show some wonderful movies, often now shown at other local theaters. The atmosphere is not as flashy as other movie theater but it is clean and has everything you need -- and it is affordable!GO!
Dirty. Bathrooms filthy. Trash full everywhere you look. Sound poor in theater 4. Seats need updating too.
The only movie theater that doesn’t exclusively show contemporary Hollywood blockbusters. Lots of great independent films and fun showings of older films. Truly the best movie theater in Cincinnati. Parking is a little inconvenient but not too terrible. Highly recommend.
Historic, cant beat it. The only complaint was the door in the projector room was opened a few times during our movie, casting light onto our screen.DEFINITELY get the popcorn. Its popped fresh with real butter, not old and stale like big box theaters do nowadays.
The Esquire is an amazing theater with films you cant find anywhere else. Their staff is wonderful, prices are fair, and the building is constantly clean and inviting. Theater seats are comfortable and the new silver screen in their large theater house creates for an amazing theaterical experience. The theater also boasts Cincinnatis Rocky Horror cast with regular performances.
The Esquire is a good, reasonably priced theater in the heart of Clifton. They always have a wide variety of good films. The seats arent as comfortable as some other local movie theaters though, which have started to adopt the assigned-seating reclining chairs.
Quaint little theatre in the hipster part of town. Only place showing the Wes Anderson film we wanted to see. Good selection of concession snacks and a friendly staff. Our theater was only about fifty seats, and the projection was digital. So it was not that much bigger than my Mancave. 🤣
I can remember the fundraising to save this theatre, now it has grown to a fantastic arthouse Multiplex. What I love is they built drastically different capacity theatres to help pair films with demand (so they can run niche films longer, while leaving a larger theatre for a more popular/Oscar nominated film/etc). If you cant find parking on the street, there is a lot a block south on Howell that Esquire will validate (it still costs $1 after validation).
The ambience is rally good. I really enjoy the No time to die film here. Its clean too....
Just a great old theater. As it is in the very heart of a college campus, the crowd here is NOT the average mall teeny-bopper set, and the location has other advantages. You can buy a beer here, for one. The snack bar has way above average selection, and , sells them for prices that dont feel exploitive (HOW odd!!!).Saw Endgame on the opening Thursday. It was crowded, but there were seats, and you didnt have to fight through a crowd.On the downside: It doesnt have the super cool powered roomy and comfortable seats the multiplexes do, so youll have to somehow survive an ordinary chair...Also: On any given day, unless you are a full geek film fan (GUILTY!), on average, the odds that you have heard of more than 1/2 of the films playing this venue are very slim. But thats the BEST part!
While this theatre doesnt have all the modern seat amenities being offered in large chain theatres now, it still offers a great movie going experience. The prices are reasonable and they have plenty of snacks and drinks to choose from (they also run specials during the week which is greaat). Further, they play movies that are difficult to find in more main stream theatres. The only down side to this place is that there is no parking lot. I have been lucky enough to find street parking close to the theatre and there is a garage that can be parked in nearby as well. This is definitely a place worth visiting to see a movie.
Best art house theatre in the city! Documentaries, indie films, foreign language films, obscure Oscar nominees. Real butter on the popcorn, beer and wine, gourmet desserts, friendly service. Oh, and dont forget late night Saturday Rocky Horror Picture Show!
Great vintage theater showing current movies. They are one of VERY few places in town showing Indie films and foreign language films. They also offer theme-based nights; Hitchcock nights, Audrey Hepburn nights, ANDsing-a-longs which are a hoot!
Nice cozy theater. Just a little hard to find parking spot.
Best place to see a movie in the city. One of the only places you can catch a film that isnt widely-released, which is awesome. They also carry fairly mainstream films as well. The offerings at the Esquire are usually so good that you dont even need to look at the schedule - just show up, buy a ticket to anything and enjoy. Its more than likely to be a great time.
Eclectic movie options that change quickly; if theres an indie movie you want to watch here, watch it as soon as its featured because it wont be here for longer than a week or so.The food options here put chain movie theaters to shame: lots of wine and beer options and a really great array of pastries from the Bonbonerie. Theyre not cheap desserts, but theres no upcharge on any of them; thats just the price the bakery sets. Worth every penny.The Esquire also offers cheap candies, soda, and popcorn, of course. I havent tried the popcorn here so I cant comment on the flavor, but the smell is amazing.The entire theater is clean and well-maintained. The seats arent as plush as those found in newer movie theaters, but theyre not uncomfortable and theyre part of the historic appeal of this establishment.Theres plenty of food and coffee places within walking distance, so getting dinner or a quick snack before or after a movie is easier and more accessible than at most other movie theaters in the city, especially if you dont have the option to drive.
It had more than one theatre, which surprised me because it looks so small on the outside. The lobby was small, but comfortable. It was a great neighborhood theater like we had when I was little. I plan to go back again.
We went to see the live production along side the movie, of rocky horror picture show and it was, by far, the most amazing experience. The theater is old, so its VERY small but the staff seemed friendly and the event itself was awesome. If you remember old timey kind of theaters where rhe tickets were sold out front and the big board woth the name of the theater was on it and showings were listed below on a billboard rather than a separate one out front of the theater, thats the esquire! This one, on ludlow, isnt in a great part of town so if you go, park as close as possibly under a well lit area! Parking is free at meters around there on weekends.
Love this theater! Such a nice comfortable place, a throw back to small movie theaters. Also, they show the best independent movies along with the mainstream favorites.
This place is great. Best place for indy movie releases. Concessions just added alcohol too so thats even better. It doesnt have the fancy reclining seats but honestly its fun to go and remember the good old days of movie theaters.
The Esquire is a great theater for movie goers seeking more than just intro ads, a clean cut movie, and expensive foodstuffs. The Esquire hosts great film festivals and specialty showings. They show not only blockbusters but also arthouse and experimental films. This was the first place I saw the Rocky Horror Picture Show (with live commentary 🌈), a number of Studio Ghibli movies, Vincent, and a bunch of other anime movies. They have fantastic prices and a great array of snacks and drinks (alcoholic and non). The seating isnt like an AMC but I consider it one of the endearing aspects of the experience. Youre often laughing and reacting with your fellow audience rather than stifling yourself to not annoy your seat neighbors. Definitely recommend dinner with this theater for artsy and pulpy alike.
Great People, great pictures. Are you a movie buff that has a hard time seeing the movies you want to see in Regal and Cinemark? Look no further. The drinks are good and the popcorn is delicious. Oh, youre a Rocky Horror Picture Show fan? Ibe got more good news. The Dention Affair shadowcast is fantastic and does Rocky Horror Live every other week. Its fun and hilarious. Go support this theater!!!
Really fun for the old movie theater experience, especially if you go see an old movie but you have to understand that your butt is going to hurt from sitting in those seats because our butts have been so conditioned to the luxury recliners at large scale theaters. If you can endure the pain its worth it
Historic art house movie theatre in the heart of Clifton. Slated to close in the 90s, it was saved by the community and thank goodness for it! Frequently showing independent and short run movies, its a great place to see a unique film.
Great date night spot. Good films, art deco and historical atmosphere. Staff is very friendly and knowledgeable too. This is my first choice theatre in Cincinnati so far.
Old school theater feel, concessions are reasonable, and the serve alcohol!
I love small theatres and the Espuire is in the top 5!! We ordered our tickets online via Groupon for my son, husband and I. It was my husband and I Anniversary of 13years and we felt our son needed to see The Hate U Give not sure of its rating. They only had two tickets available online so we had to purchase our sons ticket there so we were 10mins late for the movie after trying to find parking, but lucky enough to get a spot very close to the theater entrance. We got into the theatre and the place was basically empty, which was great to us!! My only issue is why Groupon only had two tickets left for that showing 4pm Sunday Oct 22nd?? My son was angry because we were too late to get popcorn, would have been great to have push button popcorn service! Regardless we enjoyed our visit yet again!!
For what it is Esquire is great. They are friendly. They show the films that you expect to hear about through movie awards and sundance. Id love to see wider, more comfortable seats and a cooler bar, but I love old theatres so I get it!
Cute and quirky little theatre. Love the bar and hipster vibe. Rocky horror was a goofy and fun time!GOOD TO KNOW: if you come for rocky horror they don’t let you buy tickets until 11:30. Our party also came back at 11:30 and they didn’t let us in until midnight. Freezing cold outside.
Great theatre to see any film in. Discounts for UC students make this place a must for seeing recent movies on a budget.But while the tickets are cheaper than a standard theatre, you still can expect the best from the Esquire.
Today 1/10 around 7-8 pm I found that I had lost my phone. I went back to the theatre to check if it was there. I want to thank the gentleman who was the manager around that time for being very helpful and kind in trying to help me find it. As it turned out I found it laying on the street but I am grateful for the helpfulness.Need I say the movies are good and the concession stand too? Love the theatre and the people who work there
Saw Linda Ronstadt: The Sound of My Voice. Even alone it was a five star experience. Im sure there was a much larger audience earlier in the run. Katya at the refreshment stand gave me a chance to discuss the movie afterward.
The Esquire shows great and interesting movies. Typically there is only about 5 minutes worth of previews and no commercials before the movie. They also have fun events like musical sing alongs and Rocky Horror. Love the Esquire!
The Esquire has an intimate local feel to it, that successfully bridges the gap between art house cinema and mainstream blockbuster. The theatres are generally small but great seating and good sound. The food options go from soda and popcorn to wine and upscale cheese n fruit. A lasting gem in Cincinnatis crown of arts.
This was our first visit to the Esquire Theater...what a gem! The staff was very friendly and personable and a terrific selection of movies. Also, a handful of eateries/coffee shops in proximity to grab a bite to eat before or after the movie.
Love this place and location. Always a fun time.
One of the best movie theaters in North America! Great selection of movies and programming of events. Park in the merchants lot a street south of the theater and ask them to validate your parking ticket.
I really loved it! I went for my first time to see the Joker! It was so amazing and reminded me of being a child in the theater. The popcorn is even better with real butter!
Drove here to see the documentary free solo its an older theater, but it seems well maintained. you can park at the parking lot across the street and get your ticket paid for by them, although it wasnt fully paid for for some reason.
Bring your own bungie cord and block off seats for your dozen or so entitled friends who cant seem to get anywhere on time. Otherwise you stand in line for up to an hour before the show starts like the rest of the people who operate by the normal societal rules except for the people who cant seem to follow a normal line queue and just cut in front of whomever is already there. Could have used some ushers in the lobby.My first and last interactive show at the Esquire Theater. Lots of rude people here for a Christmas show. Also the ticket taker was very rude telling us that we needed printed tickets when the email clearly stated a green alternative of just showing your email with the bar code. Just call this our one and done.
Love this theater! They serve the usual confessions, but also beer & wine. The movie theater rooms are a perfect size. Plus the shopping and restaurants nearby are Great!
Seeing a movie at the Esquire is a terrific experience. Popcorn is simply the best. The crowd here is usually very soft-spoken and kind. Except for the elderly who are invariable hateful, but such people are everywhere, what can you do?
I like the movie theater. They have great movies there. That area done there is right out of the 60s or 70s. It is like going back in time. Rather interesting characters on the streets. I always get down there a little early just to check out the street life
Great local art deco theater. Current movies, historical and indie movies are shown. Sing alongs, informational events are well attended. Typical movie smacks, but there is wine and beer!!
Great selection. Good popcorn. Parking can be an issue if running late though. Best place for foreign films, docs, or re-releases.
Intimate, local theater with a great selection of films. Some of the films arent shown in larger theaters. Good popcorn and you can also buy an alcoholic beverage from the bar inside.
The Esquire is a gem. Rarely do I still pay to see movies new in theaters, but the Esquire is the exception. They capture the essence of movie theaters past. Their prices may be only Slightly cheaper, but the charm of the building and the staff are the real deal.
An odd first time experience. I bought 2 tickets for Fatima that were $7.75 each. I was charged $19.50 which is $9.75 each and my charge receipt showed no cost at all and when I asked, I was told that there was a $2 each Covid surcharge and their registers dont show amount charged. Hmmmm.
A good little off beat theater that shows a mixture of first run features and more artsy films. Small theater sizes, do lead to cramped seating however, but that shouldnt be viewed as a deal breaker persay. Still one of the only places in Cincinnati you can catch the Rocky Horror Picture Show (complete with shadow cast) every other Saturday of the month, and those times are listed on the Esquires website. They also do fun little events where they will show off beat sci fi, horror, etc movies, which are also listed on their website. Ive never had a bad time when Ive been to the Esquire. There is a Graeters Ice Cream half a block further up, a Skyline Chili a half a block further down as well as Sitwells Coffee, which at time of this review was closed for maintenance.
Small, black box style movie spaces that show some popular movies, but also the niche films you dont always get a chance to see. Ive had some great dates here. Youll love it here.
Love this theatre! Tickets and concessions are so much better priced than the big chains, plus its local. Doesnt get much better
Worst theatre ever!!! Me and my husband went here the other night to watch a movie and it is way to small of a space and its super loud like if you have sensitive ears and dont like really loud sounds I dont recommend this place to you cause it will make you feel like your going death
Older theater, so you get what you get. Great gourmet snacks available. One big main room. Other rooms are small & narrow. Take extra time to park.
For all your obscure IndieFlix needs the Esquire Theatre comes through , its a bit of a dingy dive, but its absolutely perfect when you want to watch the best art-house films , dont know what to see? Ask the staff, they watch just about everything that comes in
A wonderful and historic theatre. Also, you can buy beer and wine there and drink it during the movie. To quote Borat, very nice!
Good theater, the seats could be a bit more comfortable but for an older theater the picture and sound is great and I love that you can affordably have an adult beverage while enjoying the film.
Usually its great at the Esquire. Tonight the floor was so sticky I almost stepped out a shoe. Cat Video Fest 2020 was only a 7 on a 1-10 scale this year. Nothing you cant find on the internet & not that well edited.
Best theater in the city. Great place to watch Indy movies and great old-timey feel. Can park in Clifton public lot, and they will validate parking.
It is one of the few movie theaters that places a premium on Indi films and throws in wide releases too. It is never too crowded and has good environment. First class.
Good: $4 beers, nice staff, appropriate volume during the show. Bad: unbelievably uncomfortable seats, hard flat plastic arm rests.
Very laid back and arthouse feel to the place. They show both current popular movies and more obscure indie films. Great place to stop by for a movie if youre in the area!
We love this theater! Great selection of new and independent movies. Reasonable prices for concessions. Get the Groupon if you go alot!
Theater is a bit on the small side and the seating is slightly cramped. However, it is a great place to go for a cheap outing. Located on Ludlow Ave. so its next to a handful of nice shops and restaurants.
This is an amazing theater with wonderful limited release movies. Excellent service and delicious popcorn. They also validate your parking!
Great options to see movies not necessarily available at the big multiplexes. All of their theaters are well run, reasonably priced, good concessions, and very worth the trip.
Tired of only being able to see 50 Shades of Gray and Fast and Furious 337? Tired of the mobs of middle schoolers sneaking into said movies to squeal like pigs in the seats behind you? Come here. They show the good stuff.
Really nice place to take a date on a Saturday night sit back and have a glass of wine or a bottle of beer wow you watch the movie and they have also popcorn slushies your typical stuff that you would see at any other movie theater
Oldies feel to it, which is nice. The prices are reasonable and the employees are friendly. They could work on the cleanliness. The theater wasnt cleaned prior to the showing.
Great small local theatre showing some small films as well as big. No reclining or assigned seats. But still a good venue.
Love the vintage, historic charm of this place. It is quite small and cozy but definitely worth stopping by if you enjoy eclectic and unique art deco architecture. Its a Cincinnati gem.
Fantastic cinema! I really appreciate the wife variety of films and related events that have been offered more recently. Thank you Esquire Theatre!
Five stars cos you can tell the folks working here love film and that makes me appreciate why Im there and what Im about to experience.
Unique theatre with artsy film selections for big time movie lovers. Lots of indie flicks and under the radar films that get recognized during the awards season
Cozy, well taken care of, affordable and presents interesting intellectual, artful movies and foreign films. Its somewhat quaint but the overall experience is lovely and enjoyable.
As usual, we had a happy experience here. We love the Esquire and the movies we are able to see here. Cincinnati/Clifto is lucky to have the Esquire. It is clean and well maintained.
Great older theater. Its got ambience and atmosphere. A little cozy in the lobby but very efficient staff.
Love the limited, art house type movies they book there. Great date night. Park in the community lot and eat, drink, shop and see a movie.
This is a great theater in a really cool historic building. They always have a great mix of movies playing. They also have good quality projection systems with 4K resolution that look great.
Great choice for seeing small indie films as well as blockbuster movies that dont suck! Location is adjacent to plenty of restaurants and bars so this is a great date night spot
Great to have a good independent theater in the area. Amenities not as nice as newer theaters, but gets movies you cant see anywhere else.
A picturesque, old fashioned movie house. Most often indie or art films, the summer sometimes brings blockbusters. A local feel, small auditoriums, and a small bar. Love it.
Great vibe, simple, clean theater. Cant go wrong seeing a flick here.
My destination for theater-only movies.
Agreed. Great popcorn. OLD time atmosphere. However OLD people need to be less rude and not talk during the movie. I am 60 and embarrassed by how a few act.
Its seats could use refurbishment but the place itself is quirky and cute and shows some great movies you cant see in other places.
What a wonderful theatre! The employees were so nice and everything was so neat and tidy. I cant wait to go back
Nice little historic theatre that caters to the art house film goers. The seats could use some updating. Pretty uncomfortable after a while.
Good place for weird movies. The theater building itself is pretty nice-looking. Also, they have a bar!
Always have the best selection of movies, and low prices. Only giving 4 because the seating is a bit dated but it wont keep me from going.
Its quaint and its small but the Esquire holds a certain spot in the heart of Cincinnatians. Great for an art house movie.
The past few times Ive been there, the people in the projector room have been awful. Listening to music, talking very loudly, turning on the lights during the movie, and turning on a secondary projector DURING THE MOVIE.
Esquire was a dope theatre, very down to earth staff and very cozy Intimate feeling. Will be back to get that classic theatre vibe again.
One of the jewels of the neighborhood. I have been going for over 20 years and now I love that I can bring my teenage daughters to see great shows that might not have hit the big budget strip mall theaters!
Went there for a men over 50 Christian Mens Meeting and it was very interesting. I got a great deal from that meeting
Great art cinema setting. Snack assortment is good but pricey. My first choice for movie viewing.
Definitely gives you the old time theatre feel with the small size of the shows, could use a tad bigger seats though. Not comfortable or roomy at all.
Nice boutique theatre. Watched Free Solo with family. Great that they show these special movies, other than run of the mill Hollywood fares....
A gem in our town. Since the theaters are small, its almost like a private cinema showing. Good small food choices and good staff.
It is a well-known movie theater that has been around since before I was born and I have I had so many great experiences there that I would recommend it to everyone!!!
Its a great space for to see films that arent shown at the main stream theaters. Great staff, always clean.
The Esquire is the premier Art theatre in Cincinnati. Over the years ive seen many of my favorite films at The Esquire. Highly recommended.
Indie film options are limited in Cincinnati so we are incredibly fortunate to have the Esquire. One of my favorite local businesses.
Nice venue with several small theater rooms under one roof. Courteous service, alcohol and popcorn....what a nice combo
Great locally owned theater. Could use some updates to look more modern but for many people that is part of the charm.
Great little theatre. Lots of indie movies, has a bar in the back which serves alcohol. Fun little movie date night place.
One of the few places around the tri state where you can see the latest indie/underground/foreign films. Plus every other Saturday they do Rocky Horror with a shadowcast.
Best place to see limited releases. Friendly staff and great planned event nights. One of my favorite places in the city
They were the only places around that had The Shape of Water and Isle of Dogs when they first came out, also they do a Rocky Horror night. Its a good time
Love the small private owned theater! They have a great assortment of movies
Great little theater with many films you cant see anywhere else. Has a bar and lots of snack options, too.
Love this place. Go to for date night or a friends night out. Great selection of independent movies and nostalgic exterior.
Excellent independent theater. Has frequent special showings of classic and notable movies.
The closest you can get to an indie theatre in Cincinnati. Theyre always really nice, and having a bar and busken pastries doesnt hurt.
The Esquire theater is a lovely little Art House Cinema where you will see movies he wont see anywhere else. I love it.
Best popcorn in Cincinnati.
It was the first time in your theatre. But you need more lighting to dark to find a seatI almost sat on someones lap.
Always great Med Popcorn and 2 med drinks special for $12.
Very cool little community theater. A great place to catch off the beaten path documentaries and other flicks.
Went to see the lighthouse...first movie Ive been to in a while at a theatre..will always return to the Esquire. Great theatre, great staff, and the movie was amazing!
Mostly independent films. Really the only place in town to see some of these movies. Facility is small, but well cared and in a great location.
Not the best theatre in the area, but often has hard-to-find movies for more varied tastes.
Hands down the best theatre in the city. Shows a lot of great indie flicks
Best place (and sometimes only place) in the area to catch must see independent films that don’t otherwise make it to larger cinemas.
The hip movie theatre centrally located in Clifton. Selections tend toward independent films not found elsewhere in the area.
Theater is very nice.Chairs are very comfortable and big.Even the hall rooms are big.The food they serve is also good.Overall nice experience.!!
One of the best theatres in Cincinnati, its very clean and quite and some of the best independent movies.
This is the best place for old movies, foreign movies, independent movies! Love its right by the Clifton Market and mear Burnett Woods
Its a pretty cool little historic theater. There are actually multiple screens.....small to medium
Great movie, Summer of Soul. It made me cry. I lived through it.
Love the theater, movie options, prices are fair, my only complaint is the seats are a bit tight.
Nice theater with an old time feel. We saw Loving Vincent in theater 10 - it was a great experience and an excellent movie.
Small, cozy place to catch the latest movie! Great for students as its the closest theatre to University of Cincinnati!
Came here a couple weeks ago and it was very clean, super nice staff and an awesome theater in general
I enjoy this part of the city, and the selection of movies is always quality here
Great movie selection, good prices, nice location, sound quality is iffy in the smaller theaters.
If you are film enthusiast or want to spend some free time you can go to this theatre. They usually dont play the latest movies.
A great theater for unique films! Its not IMAX, but know that going in. Popcorn is yummy!
Never been to an art house theatre before, this is definitely a great piece of Cincinnati history
This place is very clean never crowded and a good value
Not the most comfortable seating but awesome staff. No movie theater should be without a bar... Theres one in the back!
Super theater, very helpful & friendly employees. Helpful with MoviePass if needed. Very positive experience.
Seats are kinda uncomfortable
Total reviews rating 4.6
199 Reviews for Esquire Theatre 2023:
Review №1
2022-06-07An Esquire Theater Birthday Party! As it turns out, Esquire is more than just a great place to see trendy movies. Its the perfect place for a Saturday morning kids birthday party. My daughter and her husband brought in an assortment of catered breakfast treats and served them in the lobby. Her husband purchased popcorn from the concession stand. The kids watched a movie (my grandson chose from 5 potential movies) then everyone returned to the lobby to sing Happy Birthday and open gifts. It was fun, convenient, and over by about noon. The staff was helpful.
Review №2
2022-04-26THIS IS MY GO TO THEATER NOW!!! I avoided this theater for a long time because I thought it was old and run. However, I went in for the first time about 3 month ago, and I was pleasantly surprised. The theater is very clean and maintained well. Also, it is much bigger than it looks outside. Some of the theater rooms and screens are on the smaller size. However, first run movies are shown in bigger theater areas. Concessions are in line with other theaters. Tickets are reasonably priced, especially for discount Tuesdays. I have watched 4-5 movies here in the last several months. This theater is conveniently located for me, as I am in Clifton often.
Review №3
2022-05-19I hope they exist forever! There is a great variety of food and drink selection with wonderful everchanging film choices.The space is both updated and beautifully retro. Seeing The Rocky Horror picture Show was super entertaining. We always have lots of fun when we visit the Esquire theatre!
Review №4
2022-02-06Looking for something different? This historical place offers so much for a date night. We had a great time watching Cinema with Comics tonight!Who Dey!
Review №5
2022-07-06Nice theater always a small crowd easy to watch a movie. Small limited selection bar in the rear for in movie cocktails
Review №6
2022-05-15I ALWAYS check Marimont, Esquire, and Kenwood to support a family owned business and they have the BEST popcorn in town - consistently! (I see 2-3 movies a week so am a bit of an expert☺️)
Review №7
2022-06-29Loved the esquireNot a bad seat in the house. Great surround sound that wasnt overwhelmingNice choice of snacks, drinks and adult beverages
Review №8
2019-04-27The ambience of this theatre works in conjunction with the classic indie appeal of Clifton. A cornerstone of the Gaslight District; architecturally contrasting the strip, giving flavor to the streetline (if you will). The retro design of this place makes you feel at home. A present day glimpse into our recent cultural past. The service is phenomenal. I was able to get a crown and coke right outside my theatre.
Review №9
2019-01-28Take a step back in time and enjoy a movie. The Esquire Theatre is an historical site in the city of Cincinnati, particularly The Clifton Neighborhood. Who can claim to love history and not love Clifton (Ludlow Avenue). Its a lively artisan neighborhood known for its boutique shops, restaurants, and walkability. Who doesnt appreciate convenience? Parking can be scarce and theres really never a day that is better than another day to frequent the area. It is a bustling place. The matinee, which is before 4pm cost $7.75. I believe that the Esquire has discounted rates for students and seniors, but Im not entirely sure of the conditional requirements. Last but not least, a concession stand and public restrooms.
Review №10
2018-08-02They are showing most movies that I could not even found elsewhere. This movie theater is simple not as fancy as big theater chains in malls. Staffs very courteous. The snack bar is great. Movies Tickets is affordable. You can’t beat the Clean rooms and hallways. check out the local shops on the street. Take note: Parking is hard to find, mostly street parking.