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Marcus Crosswoods Cinema

200 Hutchinson Ave, Columbus, OH 43235, USA

Overview

Category:Kids Theaters
Location:Columbus, OH

Expert Summary

Detailed Insights

Marcus Crosswoods Cinema offers a premium movie-going experience with consistently high standards in cleanliness, service, and food quality. It stands out with ultra-comfortable reclining seats, top-notch sound and picture quality across multiple screens (including Super Screen and IMAX), and diverse food/drink options including hot meals and a full bar. Convenient app-based ticketing and various discount opportunities (member deals, matinees) add to its appeal, though a significant vehicle security concern in the parking lot is a critical drawback.

Key Highlights

  • Consistent cleanliness, food quality, and service
  • Easy ticket purchase via app or at the door
  • New, very comfortable reclining seats with cup holders
  • Top-notch sound and picture quality, including a Super Screen room with awesome sound
  • IMAX screen available
  • Friendly staff
  • Offers a full bar and hot food options
  • Concession combo meals available, saving $1-2
  • $6 tickets and a free small popcorn for members on Tuesdays
  • $7 matinee tickets available

Standout Features

  • Highly comfortable reclining seats with cup holders
  • Superior sound and picture quality, enhanced by premium screens (Super Screen, IMAX)
  • Variety of food and beverage options, including hot food and a full bar
  • Convenient mobile app for ticket purchases
  • Dedicated handicapped parking spots
  • Cost-saving opportunities through combo meals, member deals on Tuesdays, and matinee pricing

Perfect For

Suitable for school-aged children (6+) to teens and adults, depending on movie selection. Comfortable reclining seats benefit all ages capable of sitting through a movie. No specific amenities for toddlers or very young children mentioned.

Ideal For

Families seeking a high-quality, comfortable movie experience with good food options.
Parents looking for a venue with adult beverage options (full bar).
Moviegoers wanting to watch films on premium screens like Super Screen or IMAX.
Budget-conscious families who can visit on Tuesdays or for matinee showings to leverage discounts.

💡Pro Tips from Reviews

  • Always use GPS to locate the theater as it is hidden.
  • Utilize the Marcus Cinema app for easy ticket purchasing.
  • Take advantage of special pricing: $6 member tickets with a free small popcorn on Tuesdays, and $7 matinee tickets.
  • Consider combo meals for concessions to save a dollar or two.
  • Exercise extreme caution regarding vehicle security in the parking lot; avoid leaving valuables visible or in your car due to reported break-ins.

Things to Consider

  • Multiple vehicle break-ins reported in the parking lot on the same day, with an employee confirming prior incidents (10+ vehicles affected)
  • Significant safety concern regarding vehicle security in the parking lot, prompting calls for security presence
  • Theater location is somewhat hidden, requiring GPS navigation
  • Snacks are expensive, typical for movie theaters

Price & Value

Concession prices are described as 'average' for a cinema, with combo meals offering a small saving ($1-2). Snacks, like in any theater, are expensive. The theater offers strong value propositions through its special deals: $6 tickets for members on Tuesdays (includes free small popcorn) and $7 matinee tickets. The value for the comfortable seating and high-quality viewing experience is considered good, particularly when these discounts are utilized. However, the potential 'cost' of a vehicle break-in is a significant unquantified risk.

Accessibility & Special Needs

  • Dedicated handicapped parking spots are available.
  • No other specific accessibility accommodations (e.g., sensory-friendly showings, staff training for specific needs) are mentioned in the reviews.

🍎Food & Drink Policy

  • Offers a wide range of concessions including popcorn and drinks.
  • Hot food and a full bar are available.
  • Combo meals are offered to save money.
  • While not explicitly stated, typical cinema policy implies no outside food is allowed, given the extensive internal offerings.

🚗Parking Info

  • Large parking lot available with dedicated handicapped spots.
  • CRITICAL CONCERN: Multiple vehicle break-ins have been reported in the parking lot, with employees acknowledging previous incidents, indicating a significant security issue that needs addressing.

👥Crowd Levels

  • Not mentioned in reviews.

🛡️Safety Features

  • No explicit safety features are mentioned beyond the presence of staff (who were described as nice).
  • MAJOR SAFETY CONCERN: The lack of visible security and repeated vehicle break-ins in the parking lot indicate a significant lapse in property safety, potentially impacting personal safety for patrons.

When to Avoid

  • If you are highly concerned about vehicle security or cannot take precautions to protect your car and belongings, as there have been multiple reported break-ins in the parking lot.
  • If you prefer venues that are easily visible and don't require GPS navigation to find.

Pricing/Package/Events

What People Say

What's Great

  • Fun and entertaining activities (mentioned in 2 reviews)
  • Spacious play areas (mentioned in 2 reviews)

Areas for Improvement

  • Pricing can be high (mentioned in 2 reviews)
  • Parking can be challenging (mentioned in 2 reviews)

Recent Reviews

Amy Rawlins

Amy Rawlins

5 months ago

This movie theater is always consistent: cleanliness, food, and service. Using the app to purchase tickets is easy, or you can purchase tickets at the door. They have recently got new seats (reclining). The prices for concession items are average. They do have combo meals that you save a dollar or two. They do have a full bar and hot food. The parking lot is large and has dedicated handicapped spots. The theater is hidden, so use your GPS.

Jeremy

Jeremy

4 weeks ago

Amazing theater. It's a huge building, the size of a supermarket. The sound and picture quality are top notch. The reclining seats are the best. The staff are nice too.

Adam Journey

Adam Journey

2 weeks ago

Very nice theater I go often today I went and seen A Minecraft Movie in the super screen room. My experience was good the sound quality was awesome and the movie was awesome. I got popcorn and drinks quickly and had an amazing experience.

Sabir Osman

Sabir Osman

4 months ago

Vehicle was broken into tonight, had valuable items inside. Employee mentioned vehicles were broken into earlier that day as well very sad incident. Counted over 10 different vehicles broken into. Unsafe location. Security is needed at this location 100% never coming here again

Richard Wilson

Richard Wilson

a week ago

Very comfortable recliner seats with cup holders. Many screens, including an IMAX. Like any theater, snacks are expensive. Tuesdays, members get $6.00 tickets and a free small popcorn. $7.00 matinee tickets. Buy your tickets on the Marcus Cinema app.

Contact Information

200 Hutchinson Ave, Columbus, OH 43235, USA

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Opening Hours

Monday: 12:00 – 10:00 PM
Tuesday: 12:00 – 10:00 PM
Wednesday: 12:00 – 10:00 PM
Thursday: 12:00 – 10:00 PM
Friday: 12:00 – 10:00 PM
Saturday: 12:00 – 10:00 PM
Sunday: 12:00 – 10:00 PM

Quick Stats

Overall Rating
4.6
Total Reviews5594
Recent Reviews5