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AMC Santa Anita 16

๐Ÿ“ Arcadia, CA

โ˜…4.4(2,726 Google reviews)๐Ÿ‘ถAll ages

Popular cinema with comfortable seating, extensive food options, and convenient mall location. Best for families with older kids due to loud sound levels.

โœ“ Clean and comfortableโœ“ Good food selectionโœ“ AMC app helpfulโœ“ Mall location convenient
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โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…Featured review by Kush Kush

Hadn't been to a Movie in years, Wow I really enjoyed myself, didn't know seats were assigned, so be sure to read your ticket and know where you sit lol..I had to move so funny for everyone lol..popcorn, Lil warm chocolate chip cookies and more!! Comfortable clean atmosphere and great fun with friends and or family or alone like i am 90 % of the time, so hey get out regardless and enjoy life ,there's still plenty to be happy about, you can choose to be pulled down by the chaos or you can choose to live, love โค๏ธ and be you, be amazing!! Be safe, be helpful, be calm even when you're patients is being tested, we can be better humans, better!! Not perfect!! But better..we are not all the same, which is a blessing in itself lol.. Race and ethnicity doesn't define better or worse, smarter or poor, rich or beauty, it simply reminds us that the world was created for more than just us and for purpose outside of our own beliefs and opinions, so let's be respectful at best and (have shame for our actions) (Stay Humble) Kindness is most of the time contagious, sometimes others don't or have forgotten how to receive it, since its not so common anymore, food for thought ๐Ÿ˜‰

๐Ÿ† Family Action Verdict

Best for families with older kids who can handle louder sound levels and don't mind premium pricing. The comfortable seating, extensive food options, and mall location make it ideal for dinner-and-movie outings. Consider avoiding IMAX showings with younger children due to volume concerns.

โ„น๏ธ What to Know Before You Go

๐Ÿ’กDownload the AMC app to order food ahead and speed up the process
โฐAsk staff to help you pick seats when buying tickets in person
๐ŸŽŸ๏ธJoin free AMC rewards program for discounts on afternoon shows
๐Ÿš—Park on the roof level for closest access to theater entrance

๐Ÿ’ฌ What Families Are Saying

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4.4
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2,726 Google reviews

Clean and comfortable environment80%
Expensive but good concession options75%
Convenient mall location with parking60%
Sound levels can be too loud20%
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Kush Kush

2 months ago

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โ€œHadn't been to a Movie in years, Wow I really enjoyed myself, didn't know seats were assigned, so be sure to read your ticket and know where you sit lol..I had to move so funny for everyone lol..popcorn, Lil warm chocolate chip cookies and more!! Comfortable clean atmosphere and great fun with friends and or family or alone like i am 90 % of the time, so hey get out regardless and enjoy life ,there's still plenty to be happy about, you can choose to be pulled down by the chaos or you can choose to live, love โค๏ธ and be you, be amazing!! Be safe, be helpful, be calm even when you're patients is being tested, we can be better humans, better!! Not perfect!! But better..we are not all the same, which is a blessing in itself lol.. Race and ethnicity doesn't define better or worse, smarter or poor, rich or beauty, it simply reminds us that the world was created for more than just us and for purpose outside of our own beliefs and opinions, so let's be respectful at best and (have shame for our actions) (Stay Humble) Kindness is most of the time contagious, sometimes others don't or have forgotten how to receive it, since its not so common anymore, food for thought ๐Ÿ˜‰โ€

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Berenice Huizar

a month ago

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โ€œI love this place. Also, get the AMC app it makes everything faster even ordering food ahead of time and just picking it up. The place is very clean and the people are always nice and offering other alternatives if at the moment they are out of something.โ€

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Hannah Seilhan

a month ago

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โ€œI very rarely venture out to the movie theater but had to make an exception when Good Luck, Have Fun, Donโ€™t Die came out - bc quirky sci-fi movies are my fave genre and this one has Sam Rockwell in it for a flawless combo. Since our local theater in Old Town Monrovia shut down this year (2026), this AMC was the next closest choice. We had a decent experience and would come again. We came the day after the movieโ€™s opening day - and since it was Valentineโ€™s Day, I expected the theater to be packed for all the movies - especially the new releases. But when I went to book online, there were many seats left open so we opted to just buy our tickets on site and save ourselves money by avoiding the online "convenience feeโ€ of several dollars. There was no line at the ticket counter when we arrived and booking with the staff was easy - however we had to make sure to ask if we could pick our seats - otherwise I think he wouldโ€™ve chosen for us - so be sure to ask. We grabbed a small popcorn to nibble on during the film and a bottle of water since they donโ€™t have any water stations or free water cups (but they should??) - the price overall wasnโ€™t too crazy but still overpriced imho. The snack bar has an extensive selection of hot food, snacks, treats, and drinks - even ice cream bars and the hubby couldnโ€™t resist - he had to have a Starburst ice cream too and thoroughly enjoyed it lol.ย Thereโ€™s also a bar in the lobby but it was closed off during our visit. There werenโ€™t any special screen options for the showing like IMAX or interactive experiences - just their โ€œsignature LASERโ€ screen. Seating was comfy enough and well spaced, the theater was very clean, the picture was crisp and colorful, and the sound was excellent. Since Iโ€™m an AMC rewards member, we got a small discount on our tickets since it was early afternoon - itโ€™s a free program and worth joining, especially if you frequently see movies here. This theater is located on the second floor at the Shops of Santa Anita next to the Dave & Busters. Thereโ€™s plenty of parking but can be challenging during busy times since this is a very popular mall. Since we had a little time to kill before the movie we had fun goofing around in Dave & Busters - itโ€™s a good spot for a fun date or family night out!โ€

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Cris Pantz

a year ago

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โ€œAMC Going to this theater requires planning on my part as I have to take the 210 freeway which is always busy. I've been to this movie theater three times and all experiences have been good. Parking is free and usually choose roof parking and the entrance is literally there. Wheelchair accessible too. Concession stand is filled with goodies, expensive but good stuff nonetheless. Located in the far right hand-side of the mall, it can be accessed through elevators on every level. Itโ€™s a convenient choice for a dinner and movie date.โ€

Reviews from Google

Overview

AMC Santa Anita 16 is a modern cinema complex featuring comfortable assigned seating, an on-site cafe, and convenient free parking. Located in a shopping mall with extensive dining options nearby, it's ideal for dinner-and-movie family outings, though sound levels can be loud for younger children.

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