It was noted for its modernist exterior designed by architect Minoru Yamasaki, as well as for being one of the first cinemas to offer cocktail drinks.

The Quo Vadis Entertainment Center was the fruit of Martin and Charlie Shafer's hard work and determination to build a movie palace.

The Quo Vadis was regarded as a "movie palace" for its plush environment and cocktail lounge.

The Quo Vadis also offered patrons of the "Over 21 Club" headphones to watch movies at the adjacent Algiers Drive-In through a "picture window wall".

Despite attempts by local groups to preserve the building,[1] demolition began in March 2011 and was completed by June 2011.