The New Parkway Theater

The New Parkway Theater is an Oakland community-hub cinema with couches, recliners, love seats, and bean bags instead of standard theater seating, and a full kitchen that delivers vegan-friendly meals and drinks right to your spot rather than just popcorn. Tax and tip are baked into every price, so what's posted is what you pay, though the theater doesn't accept tap-to-pay — bring a physical card or cash. Beyond movies, it runs a packed community calendar: karaoke, trivia, bingo, board games, and a pay-what-you-can "Karma Cinema" night that donates a share of proceeds to local nonprofits. Reviewers consistently call the staff exceptionally friendly, some staying to chat after their shifts end. Parking is limited near the theater but reviewers say free spots are findable within a few blocks.