15 Dinner Experiences to Book Anywhere in the World

1.Riga Tony’s Murder Mystery Dinner Show

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 537 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) Our pick

At 6 p.m., you enter Riga Tony’s 1930s speakeasy in Myrtle Beach for drinks, dinner, songs, and a staged murder mystery. Actors pull you into the plot, and you work with your table to identify the killer, location, and motive. The meal includes soup, garlic bread, penne with meatball, and cannoli. Audience participation is part of the fun.

“The actors were really fabulous, and the food was great. It's a 1930s era murder mystery that takes place in a speak easy while celebrating RigaTony's birthday. You are a member of one of 4 mafia crime families attending the party. Along the way several people are "murdered", and your job is to use various clues provided to determine the killer or killers, and the motive. There is lots of audience participation. A fun way to spend the evening (~2hrs long). Come early, as things happen even before the 6pm "start time". Note: you can access more clues with the purchase of a $5 black light and clue kit. Although…”

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2.WhoDunnit Hoedown – Branson’s Best Murder Mystery Dinner Show

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 493 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $69Best value

At Shepherd of the Hills in Branson, enjoy a comfort-food dinner, dessert, and a 90-minute comedy murder mystery about a birthday party gone wrong. Actors pull audience members into the action, so expect plenty of ad-libbing and a chance to play a suspect. Dinner is included, but gratuity is extra.

“Loved the add libbing and quick whit. The people in the audience joined in and made it more entertaining.”

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3.Black Diamond Treasure Hunt Excursion with Backcountry Dining

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 181 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $173Top rated

Join guides such as Ross, Daniel, or Jonathan for a three-hour Polaris ATV outing from Healy. Expect muddy trails, riverbeds, tundra views, local stories, a family-friendly treasure hunt, and a filling breakfast or barbecue meal. Vehicle arrangements can vary, so confirm whether you will drive or ride with a guide.

“Traveling through the stream and water holes! Drivers were great and were enjoying the time as well!!! Lots of food and good!!!”

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4.Dinner Detective True Crime Murder Mystery Show – Albuquerque, NM

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 40 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $79

Spend about three hours at an interactive Dinner Detective show in Albuquerque. Actors hide among the audience, while costumed detectives reveal clues, question people, and guide you toward the culprit. A four-course dinner, iced tea, coffee, and waitstaff gratuity are included. Bring your social side, since you may become a suspect.

“We had such a great time ! Many many laughs They had us engaged I highly recommend a show The actors were so amazing and hailiuors”

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5.The Dinner Detective True Crime Murder Mystery Show – Denver, CO

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 36 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $89

At The Dinner Detective in Denver, you share a four-course dinner while costumed detectives investigate a present-day murder. Hidden actors mingle with the crowd, clues arrive through audience interaction and QR technology, and you compete to identify the culprit. The 6 p.m. show lasts about three hours, with a cash bar and a prize for the Top Sleuth.

“Awesome actors and great atmosphere. Great night out, everyone is just fun and funny. Thanks for a great time. Laquisha”

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6.The Dinner Detective Murder Mystery Dinner Show – Franklin, TN

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 35 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $95

Join The Dinner Detective in Franklin, Tennessee, for a three-hour, present-day murder mystery performed among the audience. Undercover actors hide in plain sight while costumed detectives reveal clues and question people around the room. Your $95.14 ticket includes a four-course dinner, coffee, dessert, gratuities, and a chance to win the Top Sleuth prize.

“Not like anything I’ve done before. It was an interesting experience. The actors/actresses were funny but I don’t like public speaking and they call out people in the crowd the whole time. So that was uncomfortable.”

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7.Dinner Detective True Crime Murder Mystery Show – St. Louis, MO

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 28 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $89

Spend about three hours at the Hilton St. Louis Frontenac solving a comic murder while actors mingle among the diners. You will enjoy a four-course plated dinner, choose chicken or vegetarian, and investigate clues as the killer hides in the room. Coffee, tea, parking, and a top-sleuth prize are included. Alcohol costs extra.

“My fiance and I very much enjoyed ourselves. This was something neither of us had been to and we were looking forward to it and it did not disappoint.”

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8.The Dinner Detective True Crime Murder Mystery – Fort Collins, CO

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 24 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $89

Spend about three hours solving a present-day murder mystery over a multi-course plated dinner in Fort Collins. Hidden actors mingle with the audience, while costumed detectives question diners and reveal clues in real time. The $89.19 price includes dinner, gratuity for waitstaff, and a chance to win a prize. Drinks cost extra.

“I was skeptical at first but thoroughly enjoyed this event. The actors and hostess did an amazing job!”

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9.Speakeasy Murder Mystery Dinner Show in Orlando

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 23 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $86

Step through a secret passage into a 1920s-style Orlando speakeasy for a two-hour murder mystery with dinner, singing, comedy, and audience interaction. Doors open 90 minutes early, giving you time for drinks and casino games. The $86 ticket includes the show and a three-course meal, but not alcohol or soda.

“Fun show and dinner experience. Wasn’t sure what to expect but the actors were great. Actors are very interactive before show and during intermission which elevated the experience.”

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10.Murder Mystery Cruise With 3-Course Dinner

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 18 reviews · 3 hours · from $147

Join City Cruises at Tower Pier for a three-hour murder mystery cruise with a welcome sparkling wine or soft drink, a three-course dinner, live actors, and London views. You can question the clues and play detective, or simply watch the show. The route passes HMS Belfast, Tower Bridge, Shakespeare’s Globe, the London Eye, Parliament, and Canary Wharf.

“Very very poor performance,....not understandable and bad acting. Rush rush through a bad diner wirh raw vegetables... Everything was overprized you better spend the money on other activities....”

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11.Dinner Detective True Crime Murder Mystery – Colorado Springs, CO

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 16 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $89

You’ll share a plated four-course dinner while costumed detectives and undercover actors stage a present-day murder mystery around you. Watch the room, question the clues, and identify the culprit before the final reveal. The roughly three-hour evening starts at 6 p.m., includes coffee and iced tea, and offers a cash bar.

“Enjoyed the show! The story was fun. The performers were wonderful. The food wasn’t the best but I didn’t go there for the food 😁”

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12.Dinner Detective True Crime Murder Mystery – Oklahoma City, OK

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 16 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $93

At the Skirvin Oklahoma City, you’ll eat a four-course plated dinner while a comic murder mystery unfolds around you. The killer may be in the room, and you may become a suspect. The booking details do not name an individual host. Expect about three hours, a cash bar, prizes, and a mobile ticket.

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13.The Dinner Detective True Crime Murder Mystery Show – Wichita, KS

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 11 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $83

At The Dinner Detective in Wichita, you eat dinner while costumed detectives investigate a present-day murder unfolding in real time. Hidden actors mingle with the audience, clues surface through questioning, and you help solve the case. The show starts at 6:00 pm, lasts about three hours, and costs $83.24 per person.

“We had a really good time. The murder was solvable and the cast did a great job of keeping the guest involved.”

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14.London Murder Mystery Dinner Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 9 reviews · from $153

Board at Tower Millennium Pier for a roughly three-hour Saturday night cruise with a three-course dinner, an alcoholic drink, and a live murder mystery. You can help the detectives question suspects or watch from your table as the boat passes the Shard, Shakespeare’s Globe, and HMS Belfast. The experience is for ages 13 and up.

“Good food and an interesting murder mystery. The detectives kept the audience involved and chose people from the audience that did an awesome job to help with the story.”

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15.Murder Mystery Dinner and Show

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 8 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $100

Start at Billy Bob’s Texas at 6pm for drinks, then enjoy a three-meat buffet, dessert, and iced tea at 7pm. At 8pm, a 90-minute murder mystery set in 1880s Texas turns dinner into a comic investigation. Solve the case, then take photos with the cast.

“We loved this show!! All the characters, They really did an amazing job!! Will definitely be back again!!”

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