Movie Tavern

Movie Tavern is a cinema-dining brand that combines first-run movies with a full-service restaurant and bar experience. Founded in 2001, the company helped shape the dine-in theater segment by offering guests the ability to enjoy a meal and drinks while watching the latest films. Over the years, Movie Tavern expanded its presence primarily in the South and Midwest, building a reputation for comfortable seating and tableside service.

A significant milestone came in February 2019 when Marcus Theatres, part of Marcus Corporation, acquired Movie Tavern. This acquisition brought the brand into a larger portfolio of premium cinema experiences and provided access to Marcus’s technology and loyalty platforms. Since then, Movie Tavern has focused on enhancing its existing locations rather than opening new ones, prioritizing upgrades such as luxury recliner seating and expanded food and beverage menus.

As of November 2025, Movie Tavern operates 22 locations across nine states, with a concentration in Texas, Georgia, Louisiana, and Pennsylvania. The company does not franchise and is not actively pursuing new unit growth, instead choosing to invest in operational excellence and guest experience. In the last five years, the brand’s approach has shifted from expansion to selective renovation, leveraging the stability and resources of its parent company. This measured strategy, along with its established hybrid format, positions Movie Tavern as a reliable anchor for mixed-use developments and retail centers, consistently drawing a diverse audience seeking both entertainment and dining in a single destination.