Island 16 Movie Theater in Holtsville (Ronkonkoma, Lake Ronkonkoma: appointed, live, prices)

[brucew]

My wife and I went to see Toy Story 3 at the Island 16 in Holtsville last night. We don't get to go to the movies more than 4-5 times a year, so I don't know how long this has been going on, and usually we go to the movie theater in Stony Brook.

During the "pre-show" they now have employees offering waiter service. They scream out for you to raise your hands if you want them to bring you food from the concession stands, then come and collect your money, and then a runner comes with the food. This was annoying, but it didn't bother me to much until....

They kept doing it through the previews AND the mini-cartoon that Pixar always shows right before the main feature. I always enjoy those small movies, but not last night.

They were still doing it AS THE MOVIE started. Finally, everyone, and I mean everyone, started screaming at him to get out and the movie was on. The guy actually threatened to call security on anyone who was yelling at him. The 2 runners were standing on the stairway for the stadium seating right next to us, and were talking loudly to each other.

I found this unbelievable. Waiter service at the movies, and doing it while the movie was on? We won't be going back there any time soon. It's bad enough dealing with people who talk during the movie, but to have theater employees doing it is completely unacceptable.

[LongIslandCitizen]

Welcome to the 21st century. I was also at Same theater last night with my son watching toy story. The Island 16 in my opinion is one of the best theaters on Long Island. It is clean, the staff is friendly, and most importantly they show their appreciation to all U.S service men and women.

The food choices are very good and having an on scene bar and grill gives it points.
the arcade isn't half bad either.

You obviously saw Toy story in the directors theater. What that means is for a slightly higher fee you can be waited on right up until the movie starts. You also get to pick your seats. A lot of people appreciate this option because they can reserve a spot in advance and not have to worry about rushing to the movie and waiting in line at the concession stand.

The Island 16 was also showing Toy Story in 3-D and normal.

Next time you embark on a journey to see a movie a bit of prior planning and research will save you the headache that you encountered and make your trip much more enjoyable. Times have changed and if your not prepared you may be disappointed.

me? I don't like the 20 minutes of commercials and previews. some are good but it gets old but such is life.

Oh, awesome movie. Seriously, I didn't expect it to be good and quite honestly I think it was the best one done in an excellent manner. Something you don't see much anymore IE: sopranos, lost etc...

[SilverBulletZ06]

Yuck. I live near that theatre and avoid it if possible. Rip off tickets, always crowded, and unless I go I always have some talker through the movie. I usually see flicks at the theatre on portion in Lake Grove.

[villager-li]

Originally Posted by SilverBulletZ06

Yuck. I live near that theatre and avoid it if possible. Rip off tickets, always crowded, and unless I go I always have some talker through the movie. I usually see flicks at the theatre on portion in Lake Grove.

You must be talking about the Regal theater in Lake Ronkonkoma. Portion Road does not go through Lake Grove.

[LongIslandCitizen]

Originally Posted by villager-li

You must be talking about the Regal theater in Lake Ronkonkoma. Portion Road does not go through Lake Grove.

Probably just trolling.

[SilverBulletZ06]

Originally Posted by villager-li

You must be talking about the Regal theater in Lake Ronkonkoma. Portion Road does not go through Lake Grove.

Correct sir. Always liked that one better, and now its a much quieter theatre. Rarely have more then 20-30 people even on busy movie weekend openings.

Originally Posted by LongIslandCitizen

Probably just trolling.

Yes, trolling about a movie theatre....

[majortom1981]

If you dont like the waiters dont get the directors tickets. Just get the regular tickets.

[zulu400]

Island 16 and Loews Stony Brook are my favs. Ofcourse I am talking local.
Usually the Directors Hall is okay, looks like you got a bad apple (some ticked off students playing pranks ? or doing the dare maybe ?)

The only thing I hate abt the movies is the ridiculous prices for food.... I mean C'mon.... $10 bucks for a popcorn and drink ? jeez !!