I love that Vancouver finally has "a claim to fame!" This is probably the best thing to come to the 'couve for a long time!
Cinetopia is a wonderful experience. I've only been in the "grand auditoriums" (after 4:30pm only adults 21 and older are allowed in the living room theaters, where dinners/alcohol are served), but they are plenty spacious... reclining leather seats, extra leg-room etc!
In addition to the more pleasant theater rooms, the concessions are much better also, While you can order dinner/drinks in the restaurant, you can also purchase popcorn, with your choice of flavored butters, slices of cheesecake, or even espresso drinks.
It's definitely worth spending the extra few dollars (although the grand theaters are about the same as Regal Cinemas) for some added luxuries.
A TIP: look for the "Saver CD's" that come in the mail monthly. I've oftentimes tossed these without looking at them. OOPS! They almost always have coupons for cinetopia: 2 tickets at $6.00 with a free popcorn! Such a deal!
more