Bear Tooth Theatrepub

The feel

The Bear Tooth sits in the former Denali Theater in Spenard. The Moose's Tooth brothers opened it four years after their pub, inspired by pizza and beer in a movie theater in Portland. The theatre has 275 seats with tables, and every seat is reserved, including single seats and the 3-person and 4-person booths.

It is a second-run movie hub for Anchorage and the only place in town to catch relevant documentaries and Art House films. Food runners bring burritos, tacos and Moose's Tooth pizzas to your seat while Broken Tooth Brewing beer, wine and margaritas come from a bar inside the theatre. Concerts and comedy nights also play here.

What to expect

Setting

A 275-seat theatre with tables and booths, a separate balcony for those under 21, and a cafe-style dining area for a meal without the movie. It is at 1230 W. 27th Avenue in Spenard.

Hours

Theatrepub Mon to Thu 11:00 AM to 9:00 PM, Fri 11:00 AM to 10:00 PM, Sat 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM, Sun 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM.

Food and drink

Burritos, tacos and Moose's Tooth pizzas, with Broken Tooth Brewing draft beer, wine and margaritas. Most food takes 15 to 60 minutes to arrive, except pizza by the slice and concession fare.

Music and events

Live events carry their own prices and age limits. One October show was $27+ and all ages; a comedy night was $30 to $50 and 18+. Movie tickets for 2D are $8 general admission, $7 for students, kids 12 and under and seniors 65 and over, and $32 or $42 for 3-person or 4-person booths.

Crowds and best time

Arrive 30 to 45 minutes before showtime to plan for parking and food orders.

Parking

Arrive early to plan for parking.

Kids

The balcony is all ages and has no alcohol. No one under 13, including infants, is admitted to R rated or Unrated films that begin after 9pm. Minors 17 and younger sit on the main floor only with their own parent or legal guardian.

Season and access

The 21 and over main floor requires a ticket and valid ID even if you are not drinking.

Mingo says

Plan your evening around a show, because live shows sell tickets of their own. Order food the moment you have your ticket, since dishes take a while to arrive.

Before you go

• Call (907) 276-4200 with questions; no reservations are taken for dining.
• Bring valid ID for the main floor, or sit in the balcony with kids.
• Sit in the seat you ordered for, because food orders are linked to your seat number.
• Check the live events page for ticket prices and age limits before you buy.

Written October 2026. Sources are listed at the end of this page.