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To sneak McD's into the cinema

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fr4zzledmum · 09/12/2023 16:03

Going to a tea time showing tonight - McD's is right next door to the cinema so was just going to buy DC a Happy Meal and pop it in my bag to eat when we get in there.

Cheaper than a hot dog at the cinema. I don't think it's particularly a bother smell wise, as people have nachos and hot dogs etc.

AIBU?

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Behindyouiam · 10/12/2023 18:13

TonTonMacoute · 10/12/2023 18:10

Yuck. This is why I no longer go to the cinema.

Hooray 🥳

SocksAndTheCity · 10/12/2023 18:13

AHFaemale · 10/12/2023 18:08

Why do people feel the need to eat watching a film?

Why do you (and others) think people must be eating during a film because they 'need' to, rather than because they WANT to? Are you unfamiliar with the idea that not everything has to be a necessity?

Do none of you ever do anything beyond that which meets your basic physiological requirements for survival? You crack on, but I suspect most of us would prefer not to join you.

Nanaof1 · 10/12/2023 18:11

AHFaemale · 10/12/2023 18:08

Why do people feel the need to eat watching a film?

Uuuhhhh...because they want to and for many, if not 99% of the population, having snacks during a movie adds enjoyment to the experience.

TonTonMacoute · 10/12/2023 18:10

Yuck. This is why I no longer go to the cinema.

kitsuneghost · 10/12/2023 18:09

Perhaps they need to have lower class and middle class showings so you can turn up with your mcDs and greggs or your houmous and olives as appropriate.

AHFaemale · 10/12/2023 18:08

Why do people feel the need to eat watching a film?

greenbeansnspinach · 10/12/2023 18:07

sunglassesonthetable · 10/12/2023 18:01

@AzureBlue99

Where do you stand on applebee's flask of tea and egg and onion sandwiches?

They're not fast food etc

Egg and onion are also really smelly.

Nanaof1 · 10/12/2023 18:07

Bertiesmum3 · 10/12/2023 17:51

Very selfish
If I had to sit through a film smelling that vile food, I’d be complaining about you!
it’s the most revolting smell ever and also I’m allergic to cheese so if it had cheese on it, it would make me ill

So, you don't go to theaters that serve nachos or cheese pizza or cheese popcorn? Or is it only "certain" cheeses that affect you? 🙄

I hope you don't wear perfume or scented lotion anywhere. Many people are allergic to it.

greenbeansnspinach · 10/12/2023 18:06

Only a personal view - although that’s what AIBU is for of course!
I really dislike the smell of burgers, and if I’d gone to see a film I had been really looking forward to, it probably wouldn’t completely spoil the event for me but it would definitely be quite unpleasant. I’d be fed up if you were actually sitting near me.
Could you maybe take sandwiches? It’s another one of these “my right to eat a smelly burger trumps yours to enjoy a film without having to smell a smelly burger” type situations.

Tryingmybestadhd · 10/12/2023 18:05

Go for it much cheaper and nicer anyway

Nanaof1 · 10/12/2023 18:03

AzureBlue99 · 10/12/2023 17:49

This is a polarising discussion it seems.

Those who know how to behave in public and those who don't.

This is a polarising discussion it seems.

Those who know that everyone has rights and those who want only their rights recognized.

Already know which group is your bracket.

Though I'm not fond of some foods in the theater (popcorn, pizza, slurpy drinks), I've never been to a theater where food-food is allowed in or can be ordered. I also am not fond of people who OD themselves with perfume, talk when the movie is going on (whether to a child, friend, the screen, the phone), use their phone as if to see whether they missed the announcement that they won the Irish sweepstakes (or check IM's, emails, the Sephora sale, etc.) and a myriad of other dislikes. The difference between you and me is that I realize I am not the only person with rights and if the rules don't forbid it, the ONLY right I have is to either go or stay home. I am just not that precious, overbearing, demanding or entitled as you and some others seem to be.

Pinksparkles84 · 10/12/2023 18:02

Ewww I’m sorry but I wouldn’t. We don’t let our son eat McDonalds anymore as we can’t stand it and what they put in them so I am a bit biased. It would be nigh on impossible not to make a massive mess. I know snacks make a mess but I could imagine a kid making a huge mess trying to eat McDonald’s in the dark - let alone the smell.

sunglassesonthetable · 10/12/2023 18:01

@AzureBlue99

Where do you stand on applebee's flask of tea and egg and onion sandwiches?

They're not fast food etc

Behindyouiam · 10/12/2023 17:59

AzureBlue99 · 10/12/2023 17:55

I am not precious, just have standards. We are a declining section of society. You can join us if you forsake the fast food and the antisocial ways.

Have a great evening.

Thank god, hopefully you'll be extinct soon!

sunglassesonthetable · 10/12/2023 17:58

*I am not precious, just have standards. We are a declining section of society. You can join us if you forsake the fast food and the antisocial ways.
*
Bingo. Downfall of Society.

sunglassesonthetable · 10/12/2023 17:57

*Cineworld website:

Can I bring in my own food and drink?

Cineworld have a strict NO HOT FOOD OR ALCOHOL policy. We reserve the right to refuse customers entry into the screens with hot food or alcohol bought outside the premises.*

Well I book my tickets on line but I have never read the questions. Soz. Not starting now. I'll wait till they put a sign up.

I don't take hot food as it turns out. Just M&S treats. But if I wanted a Happy Meal ....

CantFindMyMarbles · 10/12/2023 17:57

AzureBlue99 · 10/12/2023 17:44

Blimey you were hungry @CantFindMyMarbles

Well….you know…that time of the month and everything! A girl’s got to eat 🤣

AzureBlue99 · 10/12/2023 17:55

I am not precious, just have standards. We are a declining section of society. You can join us if you forsake the fast food and the antisocial ways.

Have a great evening.

applebee33 · 10/12/2023 17:55

I always take my egg and onion sambos with me to the weekly cinema trip. No one ever minds ! I make sure to clean any dropped bits , I also have a flask of tea

TheCadoganArms · 10/12/2023 17:54

Behindyouiam · 10/12/2023 17:46

@TheCadoganArms you are trying to tell people that they can't eat within the rules. Pretty controlling in my opinion?

Are you controlling all the time?

If you don't like a business decision, then stay away! You've no grounds to complain.

Having an opinion is now controlling?? Just because something is 'within the rules' does not mean you cant be considerate in your choices. I feel that smelly food in the cinema is antisocial, you think otherwise, so crack on. I do stay away from cinemas that allow this, thankfully i have an independent near me that does not flog hot food or allow takeaways in so I can enjoy the film.

sunglassesonthetable · 10/12/2023 17:54

Those who know how to behave in public and those who don't.

Totally disagree.

I'd say those who have a sense of proportion and those who are knee jerk precious.

WashItTomorrow · 10/12/2023 17:53

sunglassesonthetable · 10/12/2023 17:48

No, the regular chains say you can bring in food as long as it’s not hot or pungent.

No. Never, ever seen a sign for that either.

Honestly these " rules "?

Cineworld website:

Can I bring in my own food and drink?

Cineworld have a strict NO HOT FOOD OR ALCOHOL policy. We reserve the right to refuse customers entry into the screens with hot food or alcohol bought outside the premises.

Behindyouiam · 10/12/2023 17:52

Lindyloomillion1 · 10/12/2023 17:51

Please don't. Revolting smell, noisy and messy. I hope I'm not sitting next to you.
And to those people who say it's totally fine, it isn't!

Really it is!

Behindyouiam · 10/12/2023 17:52

sunglassesonthetable · 10/12/2023 17:51

The smelly food and an unwashed body being foisted on someone who has paid to attend something is the same olfactory experience - rank

If you've put a Happy Meal ( which is the OP) on the same par as someone else's unwashed body my first instinct was correct.

You're very precious.

@AzureBlue99

Precious is a kind word, bat shit crazy is more apt!

Behindyouiam · 10/12/2023 17:51

AzureBlue99 · 10/12/2023 17:49

This is a polarising discussion it seems.

Those who know how to behave in public and those who don't.

And those that don't understand business decisions and rules!

Don't go to the cinema, it's not good for you!
You think that everyone should think like you and they don't..... which doesn't make them wrong.

Netflix is your friend.