Old Monterey District Blog

Osio Theater is excited to announce our partnership with Peter B's Brewpub and Jacks Monterey, both located inside the newly renovated Portola Hotel & Spa. Present your same-day movie ticket stub from Osio and receive 20% off your meal (excludes alcoholic beverages) at those two spots.

The Osio Theater is Monterey's only independent, locally-owned movie theater. We strive to bring the highest quality independent, foreign, and classic films to Monterey. Visit us at 350 Alvarado Street in Old Monterey.

Below are the showtimes for Osio Theater, an independent, locally-owned movie theater located at 350 Alvarado Street in Old Monterey, April 21-26, 2018.

RAMEN HEADS
Weekdays at 2:40pm, 5pm, 7:20pm, 9:35pm
Sat & Sun at 12:20pm, 2:40pm, 5pm, 7:20pm, 9:35pm
Japan's reigning king of ramen, Osamu Tomita, takes audiences deep into his world by revealing every single step of his obsessive approach to creating the perfect soup and noodles along with his relentless search for the highest-quality ingredients. In addition to Tomita, the film also profiles five other notable ramen shops, each with its own philosophy and flavor, exemplifying the various different aspects of the ramen world, mixing in a brief rundown of ramen's historical roots. Watch the trailer.

FINDING YOUR FEET
Weekdays at 2pm, 4:30pm, 7pm, 9:30pm
Sat & Sun at 11:30am, 2pm, 4:30pm, 7pm, 9:30pm
When 'Lady' Sandra Abbott discovers that her husband of 40 years is having an affair with her best friend, she seeks refuge in London with her estranged older sister, Bif. The two could not be more different. But different is just what Sandra needs at the moment, and she reluctantly lets Bif drag her along to a community dance class, where gradually she starts finding her feet and romance as she meets her sister's friends. Watch the trailer.

FINAL PORTRAIT
Weekdays at 2:30pm, 4:45pm, 7:10pm, 9:25pm
Sat & Sun at 12:15pm, 2:30pm, 4:45pm, 7:10pm, 9:25pm
Final Portrait is the story of the touching and offbeat friendship between American writer and art-lover James Lord and Alberto Giacometti, revealing unique insight into the beauty, frustration, profundity and sometimes the chaos of the artistic process. Set in 1964, while on a short trip to Paris, Lord is asked by his friend, Giacometti, to sit for a portrait. The process, promises Giacometti, will take only a few days and so Lord agrees - ultimately wondering "how much longer can it go on like this?" Watch the trailer.

ISLE OF DOGS
Weekdays at 1:50pm, 4:20pm, 6:50pm, 9:10pm
Sat & Sun at 11:20am, 1:50pm, 4:20pm, 6:50pm, 9:10pm
When, by executive decree, all the canine pets of Megasaki City are exiled to a vast garbage-dump, Atari, the 12-year-old ward of the corrupt mayor, sets off alone in a miniature plane and flies to Trash Island in search of his dog, Spots. There, with the assistance of a pack of newly-found mongrel friends, he begins an epic journey that will decide the fate and future of the entire prefecture. Watch the trailer.

LEISURE SEEKER
Daily at 4:10pm, 9:15pm
A runaway couple go on an unforgettable journey in the faithful old RV they call...Read More

Make the Britannia Arms in Monterey your 2018 World Cup Headquarters in June! We will be showing many of the games LIVE on our massive TV screens, with food and drink available. We're located in the heart of Old Monterey at 444 Alvarado Street.

Since opening our doors in 1999, this British owned and operated pub has become the place to go for locals and tourists. And Britannia Arms is the home of the Monterey chapter of American Outlaws.

Below are the showtimes for Osio Theater, an independent, locally-owned movie theater located at 350 Alvarado Street in Old Monterey, April 13-19, 2018.

BORG VS. MCENROE
Weekdays at 1:45pm, 4:15pm, 7pm, 9:30pm
Sat & Sun at 11:15am, 1:45pm, 4:15pm, 7pm, 9:30pm
It's the summer of 1980 and Björn Borg is the top tennis player in the world, dominating the sport both on and off the court. A powerful and rigorously disciplined player, there is only one obstacle in his pursuit of a record-breaking fifth Wimbledon championship: the highly talented but ferociously abrasive young American, John McEnroe. Both players delve into their formative memories as the climactic tournament draws near and anticipation reaches fever pitch. Visceral and breathlessly tense, the match itself--regarded as one of the greatest of all time--would mark the pinnacle of the rivalry. Watch the trailer.

ISLE OF DOGS
Weekdays at 1:50pm, 2:30pm, 4:20pm, 5pm, 6:50pm, 7:30pm, 9:10pm, 9:50pm
Sat & Sun at 11:20am, 12pm, 1:50pm, 2:30pm, 4:20pm, 5pm, 6:50pm, 7:30pm, 9:10pm, 9:50pm
When, by executive decree, all the canine pets of Megasaki City are exiled to a vast garbage-dump, Atari, the 12-year-old ward of the corrupt mayor, sets off alone in a miniature plane and flies to Trash Island in search of his dog, Spots. There, with the assistance of a pack of newly-found mongrel friends, he begins an epic journey that will decide the fate and future of the entire prefecture. Watch the trailer.

LEISURE SEEKER
Weekdays at 2pm, 4:35pm, 7:15pm, 9:45pm
Sat & Sun at 11:15am, 2pm, 4:35pm, 7:15pm, 9:45pm
A runaway couple go on an unforgettable journey in the faithful old RV they call The Leisure Seeker, traveling from Boston to the Ernest Hemingway Home in Key West, recapturing their passion for life and their love for each other on a road trip that provides revelation and surprise right up to the very end. Watch the trailer.

THE DEATH OF STALIN
Sat & Sun at 11:30am, 2pm, 4:30pm, 7:10pm, 9:40pm
Mon - Thurs at 2pm, 4:30pm, 7:10pm, 9:40pm
In Moscow in 1953, when tyrannical dictator Joseph Stalin drops dead, his parasitic cronies square off in a frantic power struggle to be the next Soviet leader. But as they bumble, brawl, and backstab their way to the top, just who is running the government? Combining palace intrigue with rapid-fire farce, this audacious comedy is a bitingly funny takedown of bureaucratic dysfunction performed to the hilt by a sparkling ensemble cast. Watch the trailer.

Try a taste of spring at Siamese Bay Restaurant! We invite you to sample our Thai spring rolls, stuffed with silver rice noodles and mixed vegetables and served with both plum sauce and peanut sauce. They're fresh, crunchy, savory, and oh so very delicious.

Visit us at 131 Webster Street in Old Monterey. We're open for lunch Monday - Saturday, 11am-3pm, and open for dinner Monday - Sunday, 5pm-9pm, both dine-in and take-out.

Below are the showtimes for Osio Theater, an independent, locally-owned movie theater located at 350 Alvarado Street in Old Monterey, April 6-12, 2018.

ISLE OF DOGS
Fri, Sat & Sun at 11:20am, 12pm, 1:50pm, 2:30pm, 4:20pm, 5pm, 6:50pm, 7:30pm, 9:10pm, 9:50pm
Mon - Thurs at 1:50pm, 2:30pm, 4:20pm, 5pm, 6:50pm, 7:30pm, 9:10pm, 9:50pm
When, by executive decree, all the canine pets of Megasaki City are exiled to a vast garbage-dump, Atari, the 12-year-old ward of the corrupt mayor, sets off alone in a miniature plane and flies to Trash Island in search of his dog, Spots. There, with the assistance of a pack of newly-found mongrel friends, he begins an epic journey that will decide the fate and future of the entire prefecture. Watch the trailer.

LEISURE SEEKER
Fri, Sat & Sun at 11:15am, 2pm, 4:35pm, 7:15pm, 9:45pm
Mon - Thurs at 2pm, 4:35pm, 7:15pm, 9:45pm
A runaway couple go on an unforgettable journey in the faithful old RV they call The Leisure Seeker, traveling from Boston to the Ernest Hemingway Home in Key West, recapturing their passion for life and their love for each other on a road trip that provides revelation and surprise right up to the very end. Watch the trailer.

THE DEATH OF STALIN
Fri, Sat & Sun at 11:30am, 2pm, 4:30pm, 7:10pm, 9:40pm
Mon - Thurs at 2pm, 4:30pm, 7:10pm, 9:40pm
In Moscow in 1953, when tyrannical dictator Joseph Stalin drops dead, his parasitic cronies square off in a frantic power struggle to be the next Soviet leader. But as they bumble, brawl, and backstab their way to the top, just who is running the government? Combining palace intrigue with rapid-fire farce, this audacious comedy is a bitingly funny takedown of bureaucratic dysfunction performed to the hilt by a sparkling ensemble cast. Watch the trailer.

OH LUCY!
Daily at 2:15pm, 4:30pm, 6:50pm, 9:10pm
The drama-comedy tells the story of Setsuko Kawashima, a lonely, chain-smoking office lady in Tokyo who is past her prime. After deciding to take an English class, she discovers a new identity in her American alter ego, 'Lucy,' and falls for her instructor, John. When John suddenly disappears, Setsuko earnestly sets out on a quest to find him, eventually leading her to Southern California. Watch the trailer.

CarmelBarre in Monterey introduces our newest class, BarreMix! Be prepared to sweat in this full-body workout designed for people of all fitness levels and taught by Melissa. BarreMix is a fusion of effective, focused barre moves interspersed with full-range movements and cardio blasts. This class will challenge your brain, muscle endurance, and strength, encouraging you to dig deep to find your strength and power.

We recommended taking 10 regular barre classes at CarmelBarre prior to taking this class. Bring a mat, sweat towel, water, and grip socks. BarreMix begins on April 6 at 10:30am.

Below are the showtimes for Osio Theater, an independent, locally-owned movie theater located at 350 Alvarado Street in Old Monterey, March 30 - April 5, 2018.

ISLE OF DOGS
Thursday, April 5 at 5pm, 7:30pm, 9:50pm
When, by executive decree, all the canine pets of Megasaki City are exiled to a vast garbage-dump, Atari, the 12-year-old ward of the corrupt mayor, sets off alone in a miniature plane and flies to Trash Island in search of his dog, Spots. There, with the assistance of a pack of newly-found mongrel friends, he begins an epic journey that will decide the fate and future of the entire prefecture. Watch the trailer.

THE DEATH OF STALIN
Weekdays at 2pm, 4:30pm, 7:10pm, 9:40pm
Sat & Sun at 11:30pm, 2pm, 4:30pm, 7:10pm, 9:40pm
In Moscow in 1953, when tyrannical dictator Joseph Stalin drops dead, his parasitic cronies square off in a frantic power struggle to be the next Soviet leader. But as they bumble, brawl, and backstab their way to the top, just who is running the government? Combining palace intrigue with rapid-fire farce, this audacious comedy is a bitingly funny takedown of bureaucratic dysfunction performed to the hilt by a sparkling ensemble cast. Watch the trailer.

LOVELESS
Daily at 1:15pm, 6:30pm
Zhenya and Boris are going through a vicious divorce marked by resentment, frustration, and recriminations. Already embarking on new lives, each with a new partner, they are impatient to start again, to turn the page – even if it means threatening to abandon their 12-year-old son Alexey. Until, after witnessing one of their fights, Alexey disappears. Watch the trailer.

LIVES WELL LIVED
Weekdays at 2:30pm, 4:45pm, 7pm, 9:25pm
Sat & Sun at 12:15pm, 2:30pm, 4:45pm, 7pm, 9:25pm
Lives Well Lived is a feature documentary film by Sky Bergman that celebrates the incredible wit and wisdom of adults 75-100 years old who are living their lives to the fullest. Encompassing over 3000 years of experience, 40 people share their secrets and insights to living a meaningful life. Their intimate memories and inspiring personal histories will make you laugh, perhaps cry, but mostly inspire you. Watch the trailer.

OH LUCY!
Weekdays at 2:15pm, 4:30pm, 6:50pm, 9:10pm
Sat & Sun at 12pm, 2:15pm, 4:30pm, 6:50pm, 9:10pm
The drama-comedy tells the story of Setsuko Kawashima, a lonely, chain-smoking office lady in Tokyo who is past her prime. After deciding to take an English class, she discovers a new identity in her American alter ego, 'Lucy,' and falls for her instructor, John. When John suddenly disappears, Setsuko earnestly sets out on a quest to find him, eventually leading...Read More

Below are the showtimes for Osio Theater, an independent, locally-owned movie theater located at 350 Alvarado Street in Old Monterey, March 23-29, 2018.

OH LUCY!
Weekdays at 2:15pm, 4:30pm, 6:50pm, 9:10pm
Sat & Sun at 12pm, 2:15pm, 4:30pm, 6:50pm, 9:10pm
The drama-comedy tells the story of Setsuko Kawashima, a lonely, chain-smoking office lady in Tokyo who is past her prime. After deciding to take an English class, she discovers a new identity in her American alter ego, 'Lucy,' and falls for her instructor, John. When John suddenly disappears, Setsuko earnestly sets out on a quest to find him, eventually leading her to Southern California. Watch the trailer.

UNSANE
Weekdays at 2:20pm, 4:40pm, 7pm, 9:20pm
Sat & Sun at 11:50am, 2:20pm, 4:40pm, 7pm, 9:20pm
Sawyer Valentini relocates from Boston to Pennsylvania to escape from the man who's been stalking her for the last two years. While consulting with a therapist, Valentini unwittingly signs in for a voluntary 24-hour commitment to the Highland Creek Behavioral Center. Her stay at the facility soon gets extended when doctors and nurses begin to question her sanity. Sawyer now believes that one of the staffers is her stalker -- and she'll do whatever it takes to stay alive and fight her way out. Watch the trailer.

7 DAYS IN ENTEBBE
Weekdays at 2pm, 4:30pm, 7pm
Sat & Sun at 11:30am, 2pm, 4:30pm, 7pm
On 27 June, 1976, four hijackers seized an Air France flight. The plane was on its way from Tel Aviv to Paris, the hijackers were two members of the PFLP (The Popular Front for the Liberation of Palestine) and two German members of the left-wing extremist group, Revolutionary Cells. They held over a hundred hostages – mainly Israelis – for a whole week. This film reconstructs what happened after the aircraft landed in Entebbe where the hijackers were supported by Ugandan dictator Idi Amin, and the true story of the daring rescue mission. Watch the trailer.

A FANTASTIC WOMAN
Weekdays at 1:45pm, 7:10pm, 9:40pm
Sat & Sun at 11:20am, 1:45pm, 7:10pm, 9:40pm
Marina, a transgender woman, is a singer and waitress who has just moved in with her lover, Orlando. One night, Orlando wakes up feeling very unwell. Marina rushes him to a hospital, but he dies, and Marina is viewed with suspicion both by the doctors and Orlando's family. Orlando's ex-wife and son forbid Marina from attending the wake or the funeral. Marina struggles for the right to be herself in spite of the allegations, and she realizes that the exclusions might have more to do with her identity than with Orlando's death. Watch the trailer.

THE PARTY
Weekdays at 4:15pm, 9:15pm...Read More

Portola Hotel & Spa is thrilled to announce the launch of Sunday brunch at Jacks Monterey with live music and a Booze Buggy Beverage Cart featuring one-of-a-kind cocktail blends crafted tableside and made with locally-sourced ingredients and fresh citrus twists. Beginning on March 18, guests will enjoy a decadent, mouthwatering menu featuring brunch favorites like Ricotta Cheese Blintzes, California Benedicts, Carl's Skillet Fried Chicken and Waffles, Brioche French Toast, and more, available 11:30am-3pm only on Sundays.

The new brunch items will be prepared by Executive Chef Danny Abbruzzese, who has created his own unique style of approachable cuisine, inspired by regional favorites from around the country. Chef Danny says, "Jacks brunch menu was inspired by full flavor eats and brunch classics that are unpretentious and bursting with flavor. This menu paired with Jacks cocktail cart and live music is a unique and refreshing change for the peninsula."

Jacks Monterey is located inside Portola Hotel & Spa at Two Portola Plaza in Monterey.