Remembering a time when Ahwatukee 24 was "it" for us in the area, we went to a matinee to avoid driving in circles in search of parking. Our ticket purchase using the kiosk was easy; the seating choices logical with the movie screen at the top (not so at another well known spot and ended up 2nd row to see Black Panther...ugh!).
The concession prices are high. Very high, such that it got me thinking of what I usually pay at our "home" theater. So high, I had to ask my husband if it was my imagination. Nope! $17.50 for a large popcorn and soda! They give you the tub and a cup, you butter and fill your own. One machine had no butter and after two attempts on a drink, I found one that tasted as it should.
The theater was fine. Reclining comfortable seats and good sound. Restrooms were in good shape and overall the theater was clean. Coming attractions were excessive - 25 minutes in fact - which made timing a concern - wondering when we would leave before the movie even began.
I'll go back, eating before or after at a nearby restaurant and with more time to relax and enjoy.