Movie Tavern to Debut Exciting New Location in Lexington

Movie Tavern to Debut Exciting New Location in Lexington

Successful Texas-based Cinema Eatery Expanding Nationally in 2007

LEXINGTON, Ky., Jan. 16 /PRNewswire/ -- One of the most exciting entertainment concepts in the United States will be opening a new location in Lexington in late February 2007.

Movie Tavern is the leading cinema-eatery concept in the country, combining the enjoyment of first-run movies with a first-rate, full-service dining experience provided by top-notch waitstaff. A vast menu of flavorful, chef-prepared Classic American favorites is served to Movie Tavern guests while they enjoy first-run feature films in a state-of-the-art, ultra- comfortable auditoriums.

Movie Tavern - Man O' War will be the entertainment destination for all ages in Lexington and will showcase the concept's latest state-of-the-art theater, featuring eight stadium style auditoriums.

Previously the Cinemark Man O' War Movies 8, Movie Tavern is presently constructing renovations to the 24,000 square-foot facility that are costing $1.75 million. The fabulous new cinema-eatery will debut near the intersection of Richmond Road and Man O' War Boulevard.

"We are excited about our new location in Lexington," said Jeff Benson, CEO of Movie Tavern. "Movie Tavern - Man O' War will feature a team of great people who have been specially trained to serve customers' needs and make the overall movie-watching and dining experience delicious, fun, and memorable."

"Movie Tavern is a full-family destination in other markets across Texas and we are excited about bringing a new level of quality entertainment to Lexington," continued Benson.

Providing fans the convenience of the dining and movie-watching experience in one fabulous atmosphere, the Movie Tavern concept features ultra-high- comfort and high-tech details, including:

A menu of consisting of dozens of high-quality, chef-prepared steak, chicken and pasta entrees, chopped salads, appetizers, hand-tossed pizzas, signature sandwiches, black angus burgers, and delectable desserts.

Full menu, beer, wine and mixed drinks served at your seat in each auditorium with custom call buttons to page your server.

Stadium-style seating in the auditoriums, including executive high-back leather rocker chairs for ultimate relaxation while enjoying films.

DTS digital sound in all auditoriums.

A stylish lounge and full-service bar for guests to enjoy before watching the movie and having a meal. The lounge includes granite bar tops, dark-wood and brass accents, and stylish tables and chairs.

Plasma screens in the lounge showing sporting events and other popular programming.

Digital projection capabilities in all auditoriums for PowerPoint or DVD presentations.

A grand opening date for Movie Tavern - Man O' War will be announced in February 2007.

Current Texas locations include Arlington, Bedford, Denton, Fort Worth, Houston, Granbury, Humble and Marble Falls. In addition to Lexington, new Movie Taverns will open in 2007 in Columbus, Denver, Fort Worth, Houston and Chicago.

About Movie Tavern

Movie Tavern is the largest and fastest-growing operator of cinema eateries in the United States and the only one with plans for nationwide expansion.

Jeff Benson, his wife Jamie, and his life-long friend Dennis Butler were owners of traditional cinemas prior to opening their first Movie Tavern in Ft. Worth, Texas in 2001. In an effort provide food, drink, and customer service that historically has not been provided by traditional cinemas, the trio developed a cinema-eatery concept that combines full-flavor and high-quality food and drinks, friendly service and first-run movies at this first Movie Tavern. In 2005, the company was recapitalized with the addition of a major equity partner. Their successful management of the concept has expanded the network of Movie Tavern locations to six theaters in major United States markets and 80-plus screens.

Uncompromising in their standards and commitment to provide the highest- quality experience, Movie Tavern's leadership is implementing a major growth plan that will expand the system in 2007 to at least 13 locations and 100-plus screens, and to at least 23 locations with 180-plus screens in 2008.

For more information, visit http://www.movietavern.com/ .

Source: Movie Tavern

CONTACT: Fran Gallagher of Praestar Public Relations, +1-214-762-6193,
or prgal@prodigy.net , for Movie Tavern

Web site: http://www.movietavern.com/

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