THE LOT Fashion Island

THE LOT Fashion Island in Newport Beach is a dine-in theater with roomy recliners and in-seat ordering — press a button and a server takes your order for a menu that ranges from tacos and sushi-style starters to burgers and cocktails. The attached restaurant and bar area has a large outdoor patio with fire pits, popular for hanging out before or after a screening, and reviewers consistently praise the staff for going out of their way to fix ticketing mix-ups. It's tucked inside Fashion Island's layout in a way a few reviewers say takes some extra time to find on a first visit. Off-peak showings can feel nearly empty, which some reviewers enjoy for the quiet, relaxed atmosphere. Expect premium dine-in pricing across tickets, food, and drinks.