Experience · Show Low
Lakeside AZ Sushi Dinner & a Movie
Start your evening with seafood or sushi at Chalet Restaurant & Bar in Lakeside before driving into Show Low for a movie at WME Theatres. Finish the night in neighboring Pinetop with local live music and drinks on the patio at The Lion's Den Bar & Grill.
A 4.5-hour Show Low evening plan for couples — Chalet Restaurant & Bar | Seafood • Sushi, WME Theatres, The Lion's Den Bar & Grill.
- Duration
- 4h 30m
- Cost
- $40–$83
- Stops
- 3 stops
- Area
- Lakeside + 1 more
- Walking
- Light walking · Total 16.4-mile driving route
- Best time
- 5:00 – 10:00 PM
- Ideal for
- Couples · Friends
The plan
The plan
- 1Chalet Restaurant & Bar | Seafood • Sushi(1 hr 30 min)→
- 2WME Theatres(2 hrs)→
- 3The Lion's Den Bar & Grill
Why this plan works
The stops span roughly 16.4 miles across Show Low, so plan on driving — the order below keeps that driving in one direction. WME Theatres is the main event and takes the biggest block of time; the other stops are built around it. It finishes at The Lion's Den Bar & Grill — a short, low-effort stop you can skip if you're ready to call it. Best suited to couples and friends who want a planned Show Low outing without improvising between stops.
The story
Overview
Start your evening with seafood or sushi at Chalet Restaurant & Bar in Lakeside before driving into Show Low for a movie at WME Theatres. Finish the night in neighboring Pinetop with local live music and drinks on the patio at The Lion's Den Bar & Grill.
The itinerary
3 stops, one great day
- 11h 30mChalet Restaurant & Bar | Seafood • Sushi
Food & Drink · Lakeside
Relaxed American eatery spotlighting seafood dishes plus sushi in old-fashioned surrounds.
What to do — Kick off your evening with a cozy booth here, pairing fresh specialty sushi rolls or classic seafood dishes with a crisp drink.
7.1 mi · 19 min drive
22 hrsWME TheatresArts & Culture
Branch of movie theaters offering 5 screens for viewing new releases, plus comfy stadium seating.
What to do — Check movie showtimes in advance and purchase tickets for a new release. Settle into the stadium seating for a comfortable viewing experience.
9.3 mi · 23 min drive
Then A short drive will take you to your dinner destination in Pinetop.
3OptionalThe Lion's Den Bar & GrillNightlife · Pinetop
Old-fashioned saloon featuring a patio, live bands, gourmet burgers & a menu of American classics.
What to do — Cap off the night at this classic saloon with a cold drink on the patio and live local music.
The route
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Common questions
Planning this outing
- Is this a good Show Low itinerary for couples?
- Yes. It's built for couples and friends and runs about 4 hr 30 min across 3 stops, starting at Chalet Restaurant & Bar | Seafood • Sushi.
- How long does this outing take?
- Plan on 4 hr 30 min door to door, including time between stops.
- How much does this Show Low itinerary cost?
- Roughly $40–$83 per person, before parking and tips. Free and low-cost stops are marked on each card.
- Is this itinerary walkable?
- Not entirely. The stops cover about 16.4 miles, so you'll drive or rideshare between at least one pair.
- Do I need reservations?
- No. Every stop on this plan takes walk-ins, though weekends move faster if you arrive early.
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- Duration
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- Cost
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- Ideal for
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