Alamo Drafthouse New Mission Cinema

Alamo Drafthouse New Mission Cinema is a movie theater in San Francisco's Mission District with a renovation that preserves historic architectural elements from its original structure. The venue combines film screenings with a full food and beverage service delivered directly to viewer seats.

The Reid & Reid architectural firm designed this movie theater, which opened in 1916 and later received National Register of Historic Places designation. Its preservation reflects its importance as part of San Francisco's cultural heritage from the early 20th century.

The cinema showcases a diverse range of films and curates its programming to serve both serious film enthusiasts and casual moviegoers. This selection reflects how the venue serves as a gathering place for film lovers throughout the neighborhood.

Visitors can order food and beverages directly to their seats and enjoy them in a setting with modern projection technology and a focused viewing environment. It helps to arrive early to place your food order and settle in before the screening begins.

The cinema enforces a strict no-talking and no-phone policy during screenings to maintain a focused viewing experience for all patrons. This rule sets it apart from many other theaters and is often appreciated by visitors who value an undisturbed movie experience.

Location: San Francisco

Architects: Reid & Reid

Official opening: 1916

Address: 2550 Mission Street, San Francisco, CA 94110

Website: http://drafthouse.com

GPS coordinates: 37.75622,-122.41909

Latest update: December 11, 2025 18:06