### CMX CineBistro Siesta Key For a luxury movie-going experience, CMX CineBistro at Westfield Siesta Key offers a dine-in cinema concept. This theater features high-back leather rocking chairs, reserved seating, and full-service dining delivered directly to your seat before the movie begins. Note that age restrictions typically apply for evening showtimes due to the upscale dining environment. * **How to check showtimes:** Showtimes are listed directly on the CMX Cinemas website under the Siesta Key location. * **How to buy tickets:** Because seating is reserved, it is highly recommended to purchase tickets in advance online through the CMX website or app. Tickets can also be purchased at the concierge desk upon arrival, subject to availability. ## Independent and Art House Theaters Sarasota has a vibrant arts community, which is reflected in its options for independent, foreign, and documentary films. ### Burns Court Cinema Operated by the Sarasota Film Society, Burns Court Cinema is located in the historic Burns Court district. This venue is the go-to spot for film enthusiasts looking for indie releases, international films, and documentaries that may not play at larger commercial chains. * **How to check showtimes:** The most accurate schedule is hosted on the Sarasota Film Society website. * **How to buy tickets:** Tickets can be purchased online through the Sarasota Film Society portal or at the theater box office. Members of the Sarasota Film Society receive discounted admission rates.
## Third-Party Ticketing Platforms If you want to compare showtimes across multiple Sarasota theaters simultaneously, third-party aggregators are highly efficient. * **Fandango:** Fandango covers almost all major theaters in the Sarasota area. By entering a Sarasota zip code, users can view a comprehensive list of all movies playing nearby, compare showtimes, and purchase tickets directly. * **Atom Tickets:** Similar to Fandango, Atom Tickets offers a streamlined mobile interface for checking local showtimes and purchasing tickets, often allowing users to coordinate group seating. * **Google Movies:** Searching "movie showtimes Sarasota" on Google provides a quick, consolidated schedule of what is playing nearby today and throughout the week, with direct links to purchase tickets from the theater websites. ## Tips for Buying Tickets in Sarasota
* **Book in Advance for Weekends:** For popular releases and weekend evening showtimes, especially at dine-in locations like CMX CineBistro, purchasing tickets online in advance is recommended to secure preferred seating. * **Use Loyalty Programs:** If you plan to watch movies frequently in Sarasota, signing up for theater-specific rewards programs (such as Regal Crown Club or CMX Rewards) can provide discounts, waived online ticketing fees, and points toward free concessions. * **Verify Age Policies:** Always check the specific theater policy regarding age limits, particularly for evening screenings at dine-in theaters or rated-R films at local venues.
