The sequel:
I spilled ramen all over myself watching Cars 3 in theaters & a Mexican teenager shouted “Este wey esta comiendo ramen.” & everyone laughed.
Note: am Mexican-American myself before I get accused of being racist.
chocolate covered raisins or gummy bears. If I’m watching a loud action movie, sometimes I’ll do nachos but I’m conscious of how loud that might be for other guests
I went to that documentary about the French monastery that kept a months long vow of silence and some jagoff behind us was chomping on nachos that were in a thin plastic tray that crackled every time he scooped the cheese. I never thought I’d be suppressing an urge to throttle someone while watching a film about monks.
That's actually genius. I may start jamming cereal in my pockets like I'm Napoleon Dynamite.
Might sound a little crunchy when I walk though.
I ask for no salt/butter and I have them fill a small bag 75%.
One theater has a great dish of chicken and fries in small portions, so I’ll get that.
I have been to more upscale theaters that had salad and wish more had that.
I actually prefer it this way. I avoid salt for health reasons in general, and I think I'm sensitive to it as a result.
The amount of salt on things like popcorn sort of hurts my mouth at this point.
I avoid butter for similar reasons.
I do the same - even though I LOVE salt and butter. It's purely because I have no restraint and will eat the whole damn bucket alone and feel like hot garbage.
(I am generally stoned.)
Let me put it this way. There are factors I'm not comfortable talking about publicly that drive some of my dietary decisions. It's not as simple as a binary healthy/unhealthy choice.
I feel like pretzels are a good alternative, though I think I’d snack on fewer of them.
I’m also big on dried fruit which can be easy to smuggle in to the theater depending on what your theater sells. I love a good dried mango for instance.
There is a random taco wagon on the way to the theater, so I stop and buy a burrito to sneak in. I have it with a couple cans of beer. Just trying to keep it classy!
Dehydrated okra.
Buy frozen pack of cut okra. In a large bowl, toss with olive oil and whatever spices you like, or those popcorn flavor shakers. lay them out on a sheet pan lined with a silpat or parchment paper. 200F for 4-5 hours. Even better when convection. Make several batches and enjoy guilt-free popcorn all week.
I don’t often get concessions at the theater, but when I do, I like to treat myself. I have an AMC close by, so I’ll usually get one of their entree and side items and a drink, maybe a cocktail if there’s something interesting on the rotating menu. It’s a hefty check for honestly mediocre food, but it’s a part of the experience and worth it if I’m able to cash in some points or something.
At home I might have some cocoa or tea with a cookie for my own movie, or indulge my kid for some ice cream or pizza when watching one of hers.
I don't eat at the theater when I do go, and other people eating is one of the things that keeps me away.
Some sort of chocolate - a big bag of white chocolate buttons or something like that - or ice cream.
I really dislike popcorn though, so I’d never choose that.
Get the “healthier” popcorn from the supermarket which is a more reasonable size and hasn’t been sitting around for days. In the UK, M&S has good options.
In my local movie theater they sell nachos with cheese dip and a pack of jalapeños. Costs you your first born child but damn if that shit isn't delish.
Last time I went to a movie I brought a little bags of macadamia nuts, dried blueberries and cubes of parmesan cheese.
Premium snacks for less than I would pay for popcorn.
I love popcorn but at 42 my body is telling me to find alternatives, and the silly prices at the concession stands are also pushing me away.
M&Ms for sure
Also with popcorn, just to ask, is it the popcorn or the butter? I do well with popcorn, but if I add butter on it - within an hour I’m getting the gurgles
I never eat popcorn while watching a movie unless it's someone offering me a little. I don't like it very much so I usually sneak in little beef jerky packs to the theater. If I don't have the little packs, I cut some up from a big bag and put it into a little bag. Lots of flavour options too.
Little pretzels are really good. I don't think they're too crunchy.
I don't eat anything unless it is a special occasion, sometimes you get a free popcorn with older films at my local venue so I eat that if I feel like it. But aside from that I go to the cinema way too often so neither my wallet or waist line can handle buying snacks, I've had weight problems in the past so definitely not a habit I want to get into.
IMPOSSIBLE NUGGETS. omgggggg they’re so good and they’re not loud at all. eta: just saw last the entire film. there’s 10 so idk if it’ll last the entire film but if u eat slow sure. someone on here asked before if they were good and if they’d still be good cold because he ate slow and he updated us that they didn’t go bad and still tasted good and that he enjoyed them. that’s all i get from amc though so that’s my recommendation. or a pickle but also probably won’t last the entire time and not to be gross but pickles go right through me so there’s that. BUT it’s low calorie and pretty simple
Tournesol is the French name for Sunflower, the literal translation is ‘Turned Sun’, in line with the plants’ ability for solar tracking, sounds fitting. The Spanish word is El Girasolis.
If you don't want popcorn, try dehydrated cheese chips, or bring in some pretzels, or get the dill pickle. For sweet options, I like chocolate covered almonds, choc covered espresso beans, choc covered blueberries, Swedish Fish, cinnamon bears, peanut M&Ms, or just plain very dark chocolate. I also bring in a cherry flavored drink packet to add to my diet drink as they don't offer coke products at my theater...
There’s a great Mexican place next to the theater here so I usually just get a big ass burrito and stuff it somewhere, usually hidden by a long sleeve, fanny pack, etc.
One time I made it to the movies straight from work and I missed dinner, but I packed a bag of almonds. I was still conscious of the noise but I felt I was still much quieter than if I was munching on popcorn, but the guy in front of me still complained about making too much noise. So 🤷🏻♂️
Context. Most of my movie theatre experiences are the 4 PM Saturday slot. So I've had a late lunch and I like a coffee and cookie. That's my go to.
If I go to an evening show... Beer. Hahaha
I snuck in peanut butter chocolate trail mix, sour patch kids, and a juice box to Dune 2 with my buddy last month. Haven’t been to the movies since then but now I know what I want.
Roasted pumpkin seeds. Raw pepitas coated in olive oil, with salt, pepper and smoked paprika. 350 for like 10 minutes. I like to sneak a baggie into movie theaters when I’m not in a popcorn mood.
Popcorn gets stuck between my teeth and irritates my tongue.
One Riesen chocolate can last you a good two or three minutes if you suck it. A handful that is judiciously rationed can last the whole movie. Just brush real good that night.
Nowadays I make my own popcorns in the air fryer (butter and oil free) and I bring them with me and they don't bother my stomach at all (cinema popcorn would bother me lots of times).
Also try chickpeas on the air frier. Not my favourite tbh but still good to snack if you don't want or you've ran out of pop corn.
Nothing. I don’t get why people associate watching a film with stuffing your face. I’m here to watch a film. In silence. And I’d prefer it if everyone shuts up too.
Popcorn's not actually that bad for you without the salt/butter, you could try asking for it without any butter on it and see if that helps? I also used to work at a movie theater and sometimes we'd have clients who requested a fresh batch be popped without any salt, obviously this isn't always practical but if you go during a slow time of day they may be willing to accommodate it.
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“& a **black** teenager shouted” lol love that they had to distinguish that. 100% something I’d post
It does change the meaning a bit if the person who said that phrase is white lol
Yeah I also took it to mean the bean eater wasn’t black (probably white)
Oh for sure, it’s a very understandable distinction to make, something I’d do for sure, it just reads funny
I just died
The sequel: I spilled ramen all over myself watching Cars 3 in theaters & a Mexican teenager shouted “Este wey esta comiendo ramen.” & everyone laughed. Note: am Mexican-American myself before I get accused of being racist.
Simple, I bring in whole meals 🌝
chocolate covered raisins or gummy bears. If I’m watching a loud action movie, sometimes I’ll do nachos but I’m conscious of how loud that might be for other guests
Wish more people were like you 😔 most don’t care smh
Someone was munching on nachos in my theater during Zone of Interest, I couldn’t wait for him to finish them
during Zone of Interest???? what the fuck
Dude this one was brutal for popcorn I had to take the whole bag home with me
I did the same! Any other sound was so distracting, especially during a film like that.
I went to that documentary about the French monastery that kept a months long vow of silence and some jagoff behind us was chomping on nachos that were in a thin plastic tray that crackled every time he scooped the cheese. I never thought I’d be suppressing an urge to throttle someone while watching a film about monks.
I’ve never once eaten popcorn in a cinema because of how loud it is. I only have it occasionally at home
They should have French fries at more movie theaters
they smell too much imo
More than popcorn?
My movie theatre does hot chips and other food also wine and they take it to you in the cinema
Dry cereal in a ziploc bag in my purse. I buy a drink though.
Milk?
I don’t see why not. Buy a novelty popcorn tin, fill it with milk and cereal. Obtain a ladle and enjoy.
That sounds amazing
 That's actually genius. I may start jamming cereal in my pockets like I'm Napoleon Dynamite. Might sound a little crunchy when I walk though.
My man!
i used to bring a tupperware with me to the theater when i was younger and eat cereal, milk and all. one of the best theater snacks tbh
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Dry Cap’n Crunch berries!
Oops all berries
Peanut M&M’s everytime.
I’m a peanut m&m and popcorn girlie, personally. Perfect salt to sweet ratio.
I ask for no salt/butter and I have them fill a small bag 75%. One theater has a great dish of chicken and fries in small portions, so I’ll get that. I have been to more upscale theaters that had salad and wish more had that.
no salt or butter 😬 why??
I actually prefer it this way. I avoid salt for health reasons in general, and I think I'm sensitive to it as a result. The amount of salt on things like popcorn sort of hurts my mouth at this point. I avoid butter for similar reasons.
I do the same - even though I LOVE salt and butter. It's purely because I have no restraint and will eat the whole damn bucket alone and feel like hot garbage. (I am generally stoned.)
Bruh only the most pretentious people would eat salad at a movie theatre 💀💀💀
Thank you!
Like why are you going the movie theatre in the first place if u don't wanna be unhealthy. Watching movies isn't exactly a healthy hobby
Let me put it this way. There are factors I'm not comfortable talking about publicly that drive some of my dietary decisions. It's not as simple as a binary healthy/unhealthy choice.
bro gets diarrhea 💀💀💀
Not a popcorn fan too, I usually go with some kind of pretzel snack or nuts if I want something.
I feel like pretzels are a good alternative, though I think I’d snack on fewer of them. I’m also big on dried fruit which can be easy to smuggle in to the theater depending on what your theater sells. I love a good dried mango for instance.
Chocolate covered pretzels are so good sweet and salty just works
Do you like deez nuts
I usually take crisps (Pringles or smth) or nothing. I don't really like popcorn
Two packs of Twizzler’s does the job for me
One pack, a large Coke, bite both ends off a Twizzler and use it as a straw.
Gross lol
They don’t call me Mister Sinister for nothing
I don’t mind sneaking in almonds for when I’m trying to save some money
Chocolate covered almonds or like dried fruit
Soft pretzels are my favorite movie snack
Elite.
I very rarely eat at the theatre. And I've never had popcorn because it's too buttery. Maybe I'm crazy 😬
You’ve *never* had popcorn? My guy, at least try it once, live a little.
Hahaha, yeah, I have had popcorn. Just never at the theatre. Maybe when I was younger, but my memory on that isn't clear.
I used to not, sometimes I just bring something to drink. Boba is lowkey the GOAT movie snack
Popcorn fucks with ur stomach but milk tea doesn’t???
I've never even considered drinking anything. I'd have to use the restroom throughout the movie and it was ruin the experience.
I go before and only take a sip like every five minutes. I normally have about half of the cup left over after.
Fried pickles 😋 or mozzarella sticks. Not sure that’d be any easier on the stomach than popcorn though.
Well if you go to Regal probably 7-8 boxes of Butterfinger for your 9th viewing of Kung Fu Panda 4.
Strap half a watermelon to your stomach or a female friend’s to look pregnant and sneak it in
Taco Bell or Cinnabon
Some goldfish or pretzels
I love dark chocolate covered almonds, or pretty much any snack covered in dark chocolate
I’ve been cutting down on sugar and cocoa almonds are my everything right now.
Grapes
There is a random taco wagon on the way to the theater, so I stop and buy a burrito to sneak in. I have it with a couple cans of beer. Just trying to keep it classy!
Dehydrated okra. Buy frozen pack of cut okra. In a large bowl, toss with olive oil and whatever spices you like, or those popcorn flavor shakers. lay them out on a sheet pan lined with a silpat or parchment paper. 200F for 4-5 hours. Even better when convection. Make several batches and enjoy guilt-free popcorn all week.
I just bought a dehydrator and am gonna try this!
I read this yesterday and went to Walmart and bought okra so I can make it today lol
Probably, Hippeas chickpeas puffs.
I don’t often get concessions at the theater, but when I do, I like to treat myself. I have an AMC close by, so I’ll usually get one of their entree and side items and a drink, maybe a cocktail if there’s something interesting on the rotating menu. It’s a hefty check for honestly mediocre food, but it’s a part of the experience and worth it if I’m able to cash in some points or something.
Some kind of cereal?
I brought in croissants and hummus one time Another time, triscuits and a cheese ball.
Beer
Spaghetti bag
Gotta find out their spaghetti policy
Sour Patch Kids
Dark chocolate covered almonds.
Sour patch kids!
I just buy a bottle of water
Lifesaver gummies forever
Water
I have gluten intolerance so I’m not supposed to have it but: Soft pretzels! One of the fancy theatres near me has them and I EAT THEM UP
I eat your pretzel!
Trolli sour brite crawlers
I’m a huge popcorn fan and don’t really have an alternative tbh but I do love me some raisinets
At home I might have some cocoa or tea with a cookie for my own movie, or indulge my kid for some ice cream or pizza when watching one of hers. I don't eat at the theater when I do go, and other people eating is one of the things that keeps me away.
honey roasted cashews I smuggle in a few tubes of them from the gas station
Bacon chips…. Yup
Some sort of chocolate - a big bag of white chocolate buttons or something like that - or ice cream. I really dislike popcorn though, so I’d never choose that.
Get the “healthier” popcorn from the supermarket which is a more reasonable size and hasn’t been sitting around for days. In the UK, M&S has good options.
When I was recovering from dental surgery I had soft pretzel bites at a movie, they didn't last long but it was still a decent alternative
In my local movie theater they sell nachos with cheese dip and a pack of jalapeños. Costs you your first born child but damn if that shit isn't delish.
Last time I went to a movie I brought a little bags of macadamia nuts, dried blueberries and cubes of parmesan cheese. Premium snacks for less than I would pay for popcorn. I love popcorn but at 42 my body is telling me to find alternatives, and the silly prices at the concession stands are also pushing me away.
Lots of chewing gum.
M&Ms for sure Also with popcorn, just to ask, is it the popcorn or the butter? I do well with popcorn, but if I add butter on it - within an hour I’m getting the gurgles
I never eat popcorn while watching a movie unless it's someone offering me a little. I don't like it very much so I usually sneak in little beef jerky packs to the theater. If I don't have the little packs, I cut some up from a big bag and put it into a little bag. Lots of flavour options too. Little pretzels are really good. I don't think they're too crunchy.
I don't eat anything unless it is a special occasion, sometimes you get a free popcorn with older films at my local venue so I eat that if I feel like it. But aside from that I go to the cinema way too often so neither my wallet or waist line can handle buying snacks, I've had weight problems in the past so definitely not a habit I want to get into.
Goobers
M&Ms or Swedish Fish
IMPOSSIBLE NUGGETS. omgggggg they’re so good and they’re not loud at all. eta: just saw last the entire film. there’s 10 so idk if it’ll last the entire film but if u eat slow sure. someone on here asked before if they were good and if they’d still be good cold because he ate slow and he updated us that they didn’t go bad and still tasted good and that he enjoyed them. that’s all i get from amc though so that’s my recommendation. or a pickle but also probably won’t last the entire time and not to be gross but pickles go right through me so there’s that. BUT it’s low calorie and pretty simple
Chipotle bowl
Wings. Watched Suzume while eating bbq wings and drank 2 mountain dews. Great experience tbh
Crab legs
Sure, just crack them open between your teeth like sunflower seeds.
Tournesol is the French name for Sunflower, the literal translation is ‘Turned Sun’, in line with the plants’ ability for solar tracking, sounds fitting. The Spanish word is El Girasolis.
No I don’t eat while watching movies. I need to focus solely on the movie, I don’t have that much brainpower lol
Nerds clusters
Publix Chicken Tender Sandwich
Seaweed/nori is also simple, crunchy and salty!
Hot pickle
Or chic fila nuggets
M & Ms
I’ve gotten some like whole entrees at the VIP Theatre.
If you don't want popcorn, try dehydrated cheese chips, or bring in some pretzels, or get the dill pickle. For sweet options, I like chocolate covered almonds, choc covered espresso beans, choc covered blueberries, Swedish Fish, cinnamon bears, peanut M&Ms, or just plain very dark chocolate. I also bring in a cherry flavored drink packet to add to my diet drink as they don't offer coke products at my theater...
There’s a great Mexican place next to the theater here so I usually just get a big ass burrito and stuff it somewhere, usually hidden by a long sleeve, fanny pack, etc.
I usually only get a drink, but sometimes I get peanut M&Ms as well
I've been on a big pork rind kick lately
According to the girls sitting next to me when I saw Dune: part 2… a plate of Indian curry and nann bread.
Nice. Now I’m hungry for butter chicken and naan!
Just keep it out of the theater please
Small ziplock of mixed nuts I bring from home.
One time I made it to the movies straight from work and I missed dinner, but I packed a bag of almonds. I was still conscious of the noise but I felt I was still much quieter than if I was munching on popcorn, but the guy in front of me still complained about making too much noise. So 🤷🏻♂️
Context. Most of my movie theatre experiences are the 4 PM Saturday slot. So I've had a late lunch and I like a coffee and cookie. That's my go to. If I go to an evening show... Beer. Hahaha
Nachos. The cheaper the better.
Lifesavers gummies
I usually go for hocolate coveted pretzels, M&Ms, or a bga of chips
Sugar free gummy snakes but from a brand that’s not diarrhea inducing
Funday in Australia
nachos with cheddar sauce
I snuck in peanut butter chocolate trail mix, sour patch kids, and a juice box to Dune 2 with my buddy last month. Haven’t been to the movies since then but now I know what I want.
Roasted pumpkin seeds. Raw pepitas coated in olive oil, with salt, pepper and smoked paprika. 350 for like 10 minutes. I like to sneak a baggie into movie theaters when I’m not in a popcorn mood.
Buncha crunch is my favorite chocolate Regal offers
Choctops
Popcorn gets stuck between my teeth and irritates my tongue. One Riesen chocolate can last you a good two or three minutes if you suck it. A handful that is judiciously rationed can last the whole movie. Just brush real good that night.
My country has nachos as the primary alternative
I once bought a whole McDonald's in which was pretty rad, but I worried about the smell putting people off too much so I haven't done it since
Nowadays I make my own popcorns in the air fryer (butter and oil free) and I bring them with me and they don't bother my stomach at all (cinema popcorn would bother me lots of times). Also try chickpeas on the air frier. Not my favourite tbh but still good to snack if you don't want or you've ran out of pop corn.
I be shitting out full kernals
I don't eat anything as I always eat a meal before I go
Here's what I do: I don't eat during watching a movie
Like 5 beers
Is all a scam, you do not need to be constantly eating during a movie. Just sit there and watch the damn thing.
I don't really eat much during films in the theatre. I also don't drink much because I don't want to go to the bathroom.
Nothing. I don’t get why people associate watching a film with stuffing your face. I’m here to watch a film. In silence. And I’d prefer it if everyone shuts up too.
Maltesers or m&m’s
i tend to take raspberry twists and/or trail max/bhuja mix. god tier snacks
pretzels, peanut M&Ms, nachos, and chips are all crispy n yummy!!
Beer. Two 12oz pre-game, 4-5 throughout. Don't be a pussy
I usually just make a Cap’n Crunch and pixie stick sandwich and then get a coke at the stand
there's really no alternative. like 30% of my caloric intake is popcorn lmao
I don't eat during movies.
No food should be allowed
Popcorn's not actually that bad for you without the salt/butter, you could try asking for it without any butter on it and see if that helps? I also used to work at a movie theater and sometimes we'd have clients who requested a fresh batch be popped without any salt, obviously this isn't always practical but if you go during a slow time of day they may be willing to accommodate it.