Whether it’s a hot date, a night out with friends, or a family outing, few will object to dinner and a movie.  It’s a combination that appeals to all the senses—the sights and sounds of the film, the smells and taste of the food.  And touch?  Well, I’ll leave that one up to you.

Studio Movie Grill (SMG), which recently opened in Charlotte’s Epicentre (in the spot formerly occupied by Mez), takes all that we love about this classic combo and mashes them into one in-theater dining concept.  The idea is not new to Charlotte, but SMG’s approach is more casual and family-friendly than its predecessor.

SMG movie tickets can be purchased online or at the front desk, and seating is selected at the time of purchase (so there’s no need to rush to the theater to score a good spot).  Speaking of the theater seats, these ones are plush and recline slightly, and each seat has a personal-sized swiveling table top, complete with a cup holder and a red “power button” that signals the SMG team you’re ready for service.