Movie theaters for every mood in the D.C. area

There's a theater for every mood, from fancy to fun.

What's new: CMX CinéBistro, a "dinner and a movie" theater at Tysons Galleria. Eight screening rooms boast "luxury seats" and there's dine-in service for snacking on tempura lobster tails while catching "Aquaman." Also: a sports bar if you need more screen time.

• There's no recliner service but we're also fans of Tyson's Showplace Icon Theatre & Kitchen at The Boro. Hard to beat some fancy tendies and Kim C while watching "Mean Girls."

Throwback: The Avalon in Chevy Chase, a 100-year-old theater (the city's oldest operating one) that still feels fresh thanks to its mix of hit films and Wednesday night international flicks.

Low-key: The Austin-based Alamo Drafthouse chain opened its first D.C. theater in Brentwood with nine auditoriums, La-Z-Boy-esque recliners and a spy-themed bar.

Artsy: Silver Spring's AFI Silver Theatre and Cultural Center screens a variety of movies as well as hosting film festivals throughout the year.

Indie: Landmark's D.C.-area theaters (downtown, Bethesda, Atlantic Plumbing) match a casual vibe with indie flicks and beer and wine.