Santikos Entertainment Bijou

Probably my favorite theater in town because it shows all the foreign + independents. Especially love the art shows they curate here seasonally. Since recent renovation, even better! I have been here more than a dozen times, but to the mall when open only three times maybe!

*Update*

The Bijou has been renovated. They have what look like crystal chandeliers in the lobby, it looks really good. I didn't mention this in my last review but on Friday, Saturdays and Sundays in the evenings, they have a piano player in the lobby which adds a touch of class. They no longer have art for sale lining the hallway. I'm not sure why, I hope they start that again. They also replaced the seats in the theaters. They look like leather seating and it's very comfortable but they don't recline. You now press a button for service which is easier because you don't have to rely on the standing paper being seen by the server.

We saw The Darkest Hour. I liked it more than I thought I would. The wait staff is hit or miss. Tonight, they were slow to take orders. Once they came around it was all good. We and the people in the row behind us, had issues with someone constantly checking their cell phone. I told Jason and he was very helpful. He sent an usher in and she waited until she caught them, it was only a few minutes. From that point on they left the theater to check their phone. Thanks Jason. You made watching the movie better for everyone.

Nice seats: reclining, separate armrests. Nice and clean, friendly staff, great bar and gourmet snacks. Great experience.

Wonderful independent movie house! The Bijou plays films you cannot find anywhere else and the mature crowd is definitely a plus! I love this place.

I have been going to this theater for over 15 years. I will gladly drive across town to go there. I particularly enjoy the man playing the keyboards. I have talked with him and he is very talented and is a joy to speak to. This theater is unique in all of San Antonio. The crowd is mostly older and mellow. The prices are a bit high but the service is excellent. If you don’t like it, please don’t come back. This theater is a jewel. Not for everyone but with luck you will mature and enjoy it as much as the rest of us.