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FilmBar
Indie Movie Theater, Lounge, and Art Gallery
Downtown Phoenix, Phoenix
"2012 Best of Phoenix Winner: Best Independent Movie Theater!"(4 Tips)
"Cheap drinks, awesome indie films!"(4 Tips)
"Keep a punch card and look out for their latest deals!"(3 Tips)
"Great little art house theater to see some indie little films."(2 Tips)
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🌵Andrew Kolikoff🌵August 2, 2015Grungy, hip and fun! If you haven't been you must come. Artsy, foreign and cult films. And, you can take your drink to your seat! Open every night expect only for Christmas. Live music on weekends.
- Lindsay WalkerNovember 15, 2013FilmBar is both an arts theater and bar, showing many local/amateur/independent films, which is huge for the local arts scene. The beer list is fantastic too - great for hardcore movie fans.
- Sabrina KinneyNovember 18, 2013Catch an indie film in a trendy neighborhood in downtown Phoenix! You almost feel like your in a art bar until you get seated in the movie venue! Keep a punch card and look out for their latest deals!
Kenzie PembertonNovember 17, 2013If you are looking for a different kind of night out, definitely try out this place! Always show independent movies in a theater accompanied with bar drinks. Complete hipster feel, and love it!- Phoenix New TimesJuly 29, 2013Not just a movie theater, but also an art house and a bar that features local artists on its walls, the unique watering hole hosts rare old films, cult classics, & current indie & foreign films. Read more
BubsyFebruary 20, 2015If you are interested in unusual or independent film this place is reccomended. Wine glasses, bottles fit in the drink holders 😆 Thumbs up
Come for happy hour! However many dollars off beer, $5 off bottles of wine & stay for a cool film you wouldn't see anywhere else. Also, great place for a date or just to hang out with some friends.- Phoenix New TimesJanuary 9, 20132012 Best of Phoenix Winner: Best Independent Movie Theater! Nearly daily screenings of indie and foreign films, a fully stocked bar and live performances make this theater a downtown Phx gem! Read more
Amber TriniereAugust 3, 2013Frequent Filmer Card! 12 Movie Tickets Anytime Happy Hour drink prices, Free Popcorn only $66. Kinda of a steal movies usually run 8-10 dollars and drinks can be expensive love this deal!
Renae DooneAugust 5, 2015Great first experience and would suggest anyone thinking of going. I'm not to fond of the night scene here but the films they play here are great. #Phoenix #ShopLocalBrands #Films
Tracy SheltonAugust 5, 2013Fantastic place to go and watch classic and local independent movies. But its much more here then just that. You have to stop by for a unique experience.
Matthew MartinezMay 2, 2013The movie hasn't even started and I love this place. Awesome staff, cool vibe, and good seats. Who knew places like this were around?- Tabatha RussellNovember 15, 2014Cheap drinks, awesome indie films! And they have cool punch cards that they do to let you eventually get a free movie!
StephenFebruary 16, 2013This place is a great place to bring a date (granted you are 21.) Catch a documentary and try a few of their craft beers after!
Sara RichterApril 10, 2011Best new spot downtown! See indie films shown no where else in the Valley and hang out at their bar! Best combo - open til 2 AM most nights but check website for movie times
AJ VicensFebruary 15, 2013Happy hour, weekdays 5-7. Live jazz Friday at 9:30. Craft beers, mostly local. Popcorn is bomb too.
Jon HernandezJune 28, 2015Neat place that shows indie movies and has decent alcohol selection. Can't say I recommend the popcorn though, it's kind of terrible.
Eddie SmithDecember 2, 2012Cool lounge. Good music. If you are into independent film... Then you should really check this place out.
Sunny DavisAugust 3, 2013One of the funnest places to bring people who're into cult films. Their bathrooms are interesting to be in, I like them.
SpikeJanuary 31, 2013Hipster's paradise. Choose from their wide selection of local beers then go watch an independent flick.
Wally StraughnAugust 31, 2012What fun! Great movie and great recommendation for dinner. You should visit FilmBar.
Ben McdowellAugust 17, 2011Be sure to get a punch card if you see a movie. When you see four, the fifth is free!
Nicki EscuderoSeptember 13, 2012All the movies here are thought-provoking! You won't leave disappointed!
Get their 30 minutes early and chat up the diehard indie film patrons. Great convos
Josh SchultzDecember 23, 2012Well there's no shortage of guys wearing skinny jeans, that's for sure.
Feels like a movie version of Morocco. 'cept the beer part.
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FilmBar is a one-of-a-kind theater in downtown Phoenix featuring indie, retro, & foreign flicks. We have 25 craft beers. Stop by for a drink, stay for a movie!
Open until 2:00 AM (Show more)
- Mon–Wed
- 4:00 PM–Midnight
- Thu, Sun
- Noon–Midnight
- Fri–Sat
- Noon–2:00 AM
(602) 595-9187
Features
Reservations
Yes
Credit Cards
Yes (incl. Discover & MasterCard)
Wi-Fi
Free
Outdoor Seating
No
Parking
Street
Restroom
Yes
Food & Drink
Drinks
Beer, Wine
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