Cinema Cafe

Cinema Cafe is an independent movie theater chain based in Virginia, known for blending the cinematic experience with full-service dining. Founded in 1986, the company introduced the concept of in-theater dining to the Hampton Roads area, launching its first location in Virginia Beach. Over the years, Cinema Cafe has grown to include seven theaters as of November 2025, all located in Virginia. These venues can be found in Virginia Beach, Chesapeake, Hampton, Newport News, and Chester.

Each Cinema Cafe location offers a unique experience by combining traditional moviegoing with table-side food and beverage service. Guests can enjoy a diverse menu that includes everything from classic movie concessions to full entrees, craft beers, and cocktails. The company has continually enhanced its facilities with luxury recliner seating and digital projection to improve the guest experience.

In recent years, Cinema Cafe has focused on expanding into suburban and secondary markets throughout Virginia and the Mid-Atlantic, particularly in Virginia, North Carolina, and Maryland. The company is actively exploring new sites and is open to proposals from landlords and brokers. This growth strategy includes both new developments and the adaptive reuse of existing retail or entertainment spaces.

Cinema Cafe is recognized for its community involvement, offering special events, sensory-friendly screenings, and private rentals. For commercial real estate professionals, Cinema Cafe stands out as a stable, regionally focused operator with a successful hybrid model of entertainment and dining. The chain has a loyal customer base and a proven ability to adapt to both new construction and retrofit projects, making it a credible and appealing tenant for a variety of property types.