About MX Movies & Bar
MX Movies & Bar positions itself as a convenient, small movie theater for downtown residents, offering a walkable experience with comfortable seating. It also includes a bar, catering to adults seeking a full entertainment experience in a local setting.
What parents should know
Summarized from real visitor reviews.
Best for: Downtown residents looking for a very local, walkable movie theater.Individuals who prioritize a small, intimate theater setting over large multiplexes.Patrons who are not highly sensitive to cleanliness or potential service issues.No specific amenities or features for children or specific age groups are mentioned in the reviews. The films listed (Dune Part II, Killers of the Flower Moon, Top Gun, Black Panther Wakanda Forever) are mainstream, not exclusively kid-focused. The presence of a 'bar' suggests a general audience, potentially more adult-oriented, despite being categorized as 'Kids Theaters Business'.
Why families love it
- Convenient downtown location, within walking distance for local residents.
- Small theater size, potentially offering a more intimate viewing experience.
- Comfortable seating reported by some patrons.
- Nice atmosphere (when technical and service issues are not present).
- Comfortable seating.
- Walkable location for downtown residents.
Insider tips
- Be prepared for potentially long waits and slow service at both check-in and the snack stand.
- Inspect your seating area and the general theater cleanliness upon arrival, as conditions vary significantly.
- Consider verifying screen brightness upon entry, as 'too dark' projections are a recurring issue.
- Be aware that staff may not enforce theater etiquette regarding phone use during showings.
- If planning to use the bar, manage expectations regarding drink quality and service speed.
Good to know before you go
- If cleanliness is a top priority for your family's movie experience.
- If you have low tolerance for poor customer service or staff with 'horrible attitudes'.
- If you or your children are easily distracted by disruptions (e.g., staff cleaning during previews, other patrons' phone use).
- If a properly bright and clear film projection is crucial for your viewing pleasure.
- If you are on a tight schedule and cannot afford delays due to slow check-in or concession lines.
- Crowds
- Reports are contradictory: one review noted the place was 'empty', while another mentioned 'long lines' for check-in. This suggests crowd levels can vary significantly depending on the showtime or day.
- Value
- Pricing information is not available in the reviews, making it difficult to assess value. However, the numerous and severe complaints regarding customer service, cleanliness, and technical issues suggest a potentially poor value proposition, regardless of price.
- Food
- Features a concession stand and a bar. Issues reported with service speed at both and quality of drinks at the bar. No information on whether outside food is permitted.
- Accessibility
- Accessible via stairs or elevator after walking through the lobby.
- Safety
- No specific safety features were mentioned in the reviews.
What parents say
"This was about a year ago but I'm genuinely disappointed to have to write this review, but my experience at MX Movies and Bar was, without exaggeration, the worst movie theater experience I've ever had. We live directly across the street and were excited to support a local business, but our attempt was met with utter failure. The customer service was atrocious, mirroring what seems to be a sadly common theme in St. Louis. The staff were dismissive and unhelpful, creating a very unwelcoming atmosphere. The cleanliness of the theater was appalling. It was clear that no effort had been made to "
a month ago
"Films I've seen here: Dune Part II, Killers of the Flower Moon, Top Gun, Black Panther Wakanda Forever. Very cool to have a movie theater downtown, especially as a downtown resident the place is in walking distance. Your have to go up the stairs or elevator after walking through the lobby. It's a small theater, staff is nice and place usually clean."
2 weeks ago
"Nice atmosphere comfortable seating, only critique is the film appeared dark. We ended up going to see the movie a second time somewhere else and noticed the difference."
a week ago
Reviews sourced from public Google data.
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