Personal wellsprings of self care are popping up -for populations focusing on a life lived, well.
Subjectively interpreted of course.
21st century attributes and expectations- in a connected world constantly measured/monitored by metrics...often needs to also include just how to slow down and enjoy the moment, no numerical feedback required.
Part One:
WELCOME: A VIP Movie Going
Leisure pursuits outside of the home are in competition with...screen time inside...like Netflix and video games. Hence the re-think of cinema experiences...which we got to check out recently in the Big Apple, at the latest CMX cinemas venue-CMX CinéBistro.
Manhattan, and NYC in general does not lack for fun pursuits-day or night...so any new venture better deliver unique options to succeed.
Question-therefore...does this outlet-one of 37 dine-in movie theaters-accomplish its 'mission'?
Answer -yes,
PLUS a perfect date night destination, escape from a winter hibernation, an after hours unwind spot that is probably more chill than a usual hang (21 and over, only-after 6pm),
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| it is suggested an eta 30 minutes prior to the movie start |
And imo-the perfect private event venue for the urban sophisticated bar/bat mitzvah, Quinceaña-sweet sixteen bunch who've done it all already = the multi-story CMX CinéBistro...a chic comfy newly renovated six-story space (really movie PALACE)-outfitted with the latest technology and interiors designed to pamper...all while ALSO delivering farm to table (like) made to order eats -right to one's pre-reserved seat.
AHHHH:
First-run movies-screened in one of six 46-64 seat intimate auditoriums-are furnished with amazing reclining (just push a button!!!) wide supportive plush chairs-tricked out with storage cubbies, dim LED light and swing table trays.
All enveloped by acoustic heaven- via Dolby-7.1 Surround Sound.
Yes this is better than your apartment.
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| desserts like indulgent caramelized banana cheesecake and heavenly strawberry-mezcal tres leches w/ macerated berries imo def extravaganza is def for 2 |
Hand crafted cocktail specials and full primo spirits/liquors ($11-$15)-with all the trimmings done in-house (think stuffed cheese olives, Catskill Mt infused rosemary vodka martinis)...
...and a sommelier smart wine /local brews' menu...enjoyed at one of two bars...are tailored for these seen it all zip codes.
Additionally, food/drinks and EVEN the 'Essentials' like POPCORN -all delivered efficiently during the previews-with an enviable ratio of one staff-to ten guest.
Bonus- the multi paged menu changes up seasonally, is ingredient driven and in NYC -85% of choices are unique ;-)
NICE TOUCHES:
Buy movie tickets online, from lobby touch screen kiosks or an actual human-and select seats -just like when one buys an airline ticket.
Oversized screens lining the bar areas-sport live events-so one never has to miss a moment.
There's a movie start pretty much every half hour during the usual times.
Private events-can customize menu options that include gluten free and vegan/vegetarian.
Added plus: with cook to order food-special diets can most likely be accommodated. As can late arrivals-just order/pick-up at the bar...you'll be paged when ready.
400 East 62nd Street location now open. FYI-subway lines nearby.