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• Low expectations is the key to happiness

  Inspire25070963927,,Jan 31, 2026

  - Review from Tripadvisor

  2.00

  Our party of eight celebrated a birthday at the Dinner Detective I really had no expectations, which is always advisable when you don't want to be disappointed. From what I surmise, is the Dinner Detective is a franchise that is provided murder mystery scripts from the parent company, then contracts with a hotel for room/catering, and hires local "talent". The performers were friendly, the script was "corny, and we had fun because we made it fun. It was an amateur production with the actors wearing their street clothes. No costumes or props/sets in the room just, eight round tables in a hotel event space. The food was edible, the service was poor but we didn't come to "eat" so we just accepted that part of the evening. Unfortunately three people in our party became ill about 8-9 hours later. I did voice concerns but they assured me that they did everything right (held food at right temperatures, didn't serve expired food) but did state the "protein" was cooked the day before and made a point to state the salad was made fresh that day. (this explains why you cant change what you order). While i give them credit for stating the meals were cooked the day belore, it definitely left a bad taste in my mouth.

• A fun and unique experience

  Ann F,,Dec 21, 2025

  - Review from Viator

  4.00

  A fun and unique experience for a big group of people. Be open to be very social with complete strangers.

• Come for the show, not the food

  ana617ept,,Dec 14, 2025

  - Review from Tripadvisor

  4.00

  Great show! Just don't cime for the meal and meal service. My family and I had a wonderful time and really enjoyed interacting with the other guests. The show and the actors were funny and had us laughing and putting on our detective hats. HOWEVER, I'm glad I wasn't hungry because the chicken that was served was basically inedible. Overcooked to the point where I felt like I was chewing on chicken jerky. Meal service not great either, they came three times with the wrong entree ordered, and we basically just got up and found more salad dressing after waiting for much too long for it to be brought to the table

  

• Disappointing

  Jaci405,,Sep 1, 2025

  - Review from Tripadvisor

  2.00

  This was a very disappointing experience. The food was not good. Members in our group that had the chicken couldn't even cut through it. The acting was at a high school level. I would not recommend spending money on attending this event.

• Great fun! 10/10 recommend

  Shana B,,Jun 23, 2025

  - Review from Viator

  5.00

  The staff was great, service was fantastic, food was classic “conference”, the entertainment was perfect!! Well timed comedy, hoppin story line, cool technology to share clues, and great mystery!! Well done! Selma Kayak and Queenie Ratchett can’t wait to try to solve the mystery again!!

• Who dun it......the waiter.

  M8289UDleslier,,Jun 22, 2025

  - Review from Tripadvisor

  4.00

  The clues were clever and the food was good. Having the "mystery" in a hotel banquet room was a little of a let down. The interaction of the actors with the guests was fun.

• Great time

  C2533TFdesirees,,Jun 21, 2025

  - Review from Tripadvisor

  5.00

  The actors were great. Had an amazing time with great people and great atmosphere would definitely recommend and coming back

• Great night out

  Sarah S,,Jun 21, 2025

  - Review from Viator

  5.00

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

• First Mystery in Denver

  U9480VJshannona,,May 26, 2025

  - Review from Tripadvisor

  5.00

  I had a fantastic time at The Dinner Detective True Crime Murder Show on 24 May 2025. My tablemates—Chillin Dillon, Cam O’Flage, Smokey the Bear, and Leroooooy Jenkins—added to the fun with lively conversation and collaborative sleuthing as we worked to solve the case. The cast delivered an outstanding performance, making the evening both entertaining and immersive. I’m looking forward to experiencing another scenario in the future.

• Case closed on a great evening

  81marcies,,May 25, 2025

  - Review from Tripadvisor

  5.00

  Interaction with characters was very spirited and spontaneous. Fun and entertaining. Great way to meet fellow travelers

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