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Mayfair Theatre
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7 reviews for Mayfair Theatre
7 reviews in English
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Review from Nandan F.
Ottawa, ON
9/12/2011
This old-school cinema house brings back memories of the good ol' days. It specializes in Independent films although it does feature classics and foreign films.
The decor is old yet original. The place could definately use some TLC but then thats the charm. The curtains part before the movie starts and the seats don't even have cup holders! There are a few couches in the theater as well which go quickly so arrive early!
Non-members pay $10 per film while membership is available for a price of $10 per person per year. -
Review from Melanie T.
Ottawa, ON
4/20/2012
I've not been to the Bank location, but I went to the newer Orleans location which was okay. It definitely has not been updated since it was previously the Empire Theatres and shut down.
The price is average for a movie, and it's great that there is even a 2 for 1 tuesday deal. However I've heard some not so nice things about the management that steer me away from this venue.
I probably won't return to the Mayfair, and stick to the Bytowne on Rideau for any independent films. -
Review from Amanda D.
Ottawa, ON
10/2/2008
Unfortunately, this theatre will close at the end of November, but all the more reason for people to quickly experience this nostalgic and affordable establishment. The Mayfair is a compromise between the ByTowne and Rainbow cinemas as it blends independent, foreign and classic films with American blockbusters. Two movies usually play every night with a 2 for 1 deal for all patrons. Members of the theatre pay $6 for two movies, while non-members pay $9.
To add an extra unique flair to this 30s styled theatre, it often screens rare cult and unearthed films put on by the Drunken Master Revue at the end of each month. -
Review from Devon B.
10/9/2008
Go, go to The Mayfair now while you still have the chance. Yes, it is closing its doors soon, but I won't get into that topic.
What you need to know is the Mayfair is an old theatre that still has the class and atmosphere of days gone by, unlike the super-duper-multi-megaplexes that are around today.
Walk in and you will see they use a cash register that is as old as myself. It's cash only, and the perks are few. They have a limited snack bar, but you aren't going to The Mayfair for imaginative snacking food.
Nope, The Mayfair Si one place in Ottawa where you can find rare films, foreign films, documentaries, and basically all the great movies you won't see in the big theatres. It's an independent establishment, and it feels like it.
The seats are old, but surprisingly comfortable. The sound is good, and the entire experience is something I haven't experienced in quite a while.
this place is something special, get to it while you can. -
Review from Rob S.
2/21/2009
This is a great movie theatre that opened me up to the world of foreign cinema, as well as non-mainstream films.
I was a member in 1998-2000 when I lived in Ottawa! The double header movie was a fun date place in high school :D
Fond memories, sad to hear its closing. -
Review from Martin G.
Nepean, ON
12/3/2010 1 Check-in Here
Great movies. Great venue.
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Review from Jason D.
Ottawa, ON
10/14/2008 1 photo
In this era of blu-ray dvds, downloading and surround-sound home theatre systems, I find myself being drawn back to the good old days of actually going to the cinema. If you're like me, you will LOVE the Mayfair Theatre. It is a golden-era cinema that specializes in movies past their original run date. It also features, on occasion, classic films (in early October Casablanca played!!!). The decor is SO original that the seats do not even feature drink holders. And, in return for an original cinema experience, customers pay only $9 for two films. Memberships are available for $18 and include three admissions. Rumour has it the theatre will close at the end of November, so if you are thinking about seeing films the way they were meant to be seen, you'd better get off the couch and head over to the Mayfair today!
