Cinema Treasures

The Carolina Theatre Grille, originally opened in 1946 as the Love State Theater, underwent significant renovations and reopened in 2002 as a first-run dinner theater coupled with a full-service restaurant. Located in Elizabeth City, NC, this unique establishment was one of only 12 of its kind in the country before closing in 2010.

The theater has a storied history, having survived a devastating fire in 1967 that destroyed its original building, leading to its reconstruction and subsequent name change. Despite its initial success after reopening, the challenges of operating in a smaller market ultimately led to its closure, marking the end of an era for moviegoers in the region.

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