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Cineplex Canada Square
Category: Arts & Entertainment Cinema Cinema [Edit]
2190 Yonge StreetToronto, ON M4S 2C6
Neighbourhood: Yonge and Eglinton
(416) 646-0444
- Good for Kids:
- Yes
5 reviews for Cineplex Canada Square
5 reviews in English
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Review from Johnny H.
Toronto, ON
5/17/2012
I've watched a lot movies in this theater. This theater has a nice selection of indies, rare arthouse cinema and mainstream blockbusters that you might have missed when they came out. I believe this theater and Carlton used to work together closely.
The seats are ok. It's not that wide, but it isn't painfully narrow either. The legroom might be a problem though. And somehow for some reason, the seats in this theater tend to lack soft cushioning compared to others. The screen size is on the mid-small side. But there isn't enough incline on the floor, so you might have to tilt your head up a bit. If some tall person sits in front of you, worry not. The theater is never even half-full, so you can just move to another seat.
Parking option is always interesting. You can park on the theater parking lot, on the streets, Quantum condo, underground parking lot in front of Spring Roll, etc. Wherever you end up parking, price will almost be the same.
Yonge/Eglinton area has its own vibe and culture. Lots of restaurants, shops, amenity stores, etc. It's fun to hang out around the area during warmer seasons. But let's face it. Going to the movie at Canada Square doesn't really excite me. Maybe it's the location in the side building. Watching a blockbuster at a multiplex with a date or a bunch or friends is a different story though. -
Review from Jonathan S.
York, ON
2/6/2012
Less glitzy than the Silver City just up the road.
To be honest I'd forgotten this theater even existed until I wanted to see a movie that was a little bit older and a little bit artsier than standard multiplex fare.
On a Saturday night it's still humming, absorbing the overflow (and possibly some chicken ball grease molecules) from the Mandarin downstairs).
The theaters themselves lack stadium seating and overstuffed chairs; they're a little small and a little dated, but the popcorn is fresh and the diet coke is cold.
For a fun night out, just off the mainstream it's definitely worthwhile. You might even save a few bucks,Listed in: February Non-Food Reviews
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Review from Anton K.
Toronto, ON
9/8/2011
I always cringe whenever the movie I want to watch is only playing at Canada Square and not at SIlvercity.
The theatre is dated and makes me feel like I'm in a lecture hall at school rather than in a movie theatre. If you like feeling nostalgic, maybe this will suit your tastes.
If they are going to keep the 80's vibe, then they should've also kept the 80's ticket prices. Otherwise, you're not getting any value for your money here. -
Review from Anne M.
2/20/2011
This movie theater reminds me of going to theaters in the eighties and nineties before the super-plex cinemas came along. It almost feels low-tech, with red carpeted floors, food options that only includes popcorn, chocolate and soft drinks; and nothing else - no arcade, party room or overwhelming displays. The theatres themselves are comparatively low-tech, for the same reasons. I liked this.
The benefit in all of this is that's far less crowded than Silvercity, just up the road and slightly less expensive too. A solid movie watching experience, where the focus is on the movie. -
Review from Nox D.
Toronto, ON
7/5/2010 1 Check-in Here
Canada Square is tucked away on the south-west corner of Yonge & Eglinton, and if it's your first visit you can easily miss it. Go up the escalator to the second floor and then through a little hallway.
Each of the 8 theatres feature a smallish screen and seats which are pretty darn uncomfortable by the end of a movie. What Canada Square does have going for it over the large SilverCity theatre across the street is film selection. While the larger, more comfortable SilverCity cinemas are showing the latest blockbuster on several screens Canada Square usually offers a variety of independent and foreign films. If you're in the mood for something a little less mainstream, check out the offerings here.
