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    The Dinner Detective

    4.2 (46 reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 6:00 pm

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    Good for groups

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    Great Show!!! Very entertaining!!! Great food and cast! The venue was great. Loved it and will definitely come again.

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    Leah S.

    Such a fun evening full of twists and turns! I was a little leery to attend because I wasn't sure what to expect, but it definitely exceeded the limited expectations that I had. I won't ruin it for other participants, but you are literally a part of the show from the moment you walk in the door. I sprung for the suspect package and had fun watching my son realize HE was being accused of the crime. Pay attention, there is a prize for the person who solves the crime, which just happened to be my kid. #proud The food is average hotel fare, but there is a limited bar in the room where the show takes place. Additionally, there is a better bar directly outside of the room. This is a fun night and I would do it again in the future when the storyline changes

    Bethie A.

    This was such a great time!!!! I would highly recommend doing this with a group!!! We had an absolute BLAST! I have not laughed so much in a long time AND the mystery was totally interesting and engaging. So glad we did it and am excited to do it again!!!

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    Funny show and great atmosphere . The actors were very funny. Two suspects of the crime were sitting right next to us, and we had no clue. The entire experience kept us engaged and guessing. Highly recommend.

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    Had a great time at the dinner. It's very engaging. The people were so much fun. The food was excellent.

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    We had such an amazing time! On our toes the whole time and laughing ! This was a gift to us and we enjoyed every moment!

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    Thanks Keri! So glad to hear you had a good time!

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    Went with my husband and parents. It was so much fun! Totally not what I expected. Real life Clue!

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    Great dinner with a FUN murder mystery woven between courses. Very reasonable price for dinner and a show.

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    Thanks for the review Bruce!

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    Thanks Sarah! We are so glad you had fun!

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    Very entertaining, made for some good laughs with fun people! Really entertaining, and delightful.

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    You rock Sarah! Thanks for sharing your experience!

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    We had a really good time , not big on having to socialize with a group of people I dont know. But show was entertaining.

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    It was alot of FUN. The food was pretty tasty. My only complaint is at times it was hard to hear. I would definetly go back to another show.

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    Very entertaining and well done! The food was good and the act was funny and well thought out. Highly recommend.

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    Thanks Matt! What a glowing review! So glad you had a great time.

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    So fun absolutely loved it!!! So entertaining ALL THE WAY THROUGH! Food was AMAZING!!! Servers was on top of it!!!

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    You rock for this amazing review Donny!

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    Super fun, engaging experience. Food wasn't great, and a comp drink would go great. but over all would do it again!

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    The show was great. The actors were funny and engaging. The clues kept us guessing until the end! Was a great way to spend a Saturday.

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    Thanks for the review Deanna! So glad you had fun!

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    La Comedia Dinner Theatre

    La Comedia Dinner Theatre

    3.1
    (130 reviews)
    35.2 mi
    $$$

    "Scrooge: The Musical"…read more Following Christmas, we found a packed house with all tables occupied. A wonderful musical score by Oscar and Grammy Award-winning composer Leslie Bricusse brings Charles Dickens' classic novel "A Christmas Carol" to life like never before. We purchased tickets prior to Thanksgiving, and good think we did.... Lots of on-site parking; on-site buffet is very appealing; we got very lucky with 60 degree temperatures. Our center table for 4 was perfect. Buffet line moves fast, and nearby restrooms are never crowded for men. We all know the story line, and we found this performance exceptional. We always pass on the "famous sweet potato - way too sweet. An attractive feature is entrance/exit from parking lot -- Hint go either east or west for easy return home.

    It was quite the engaging night out! I hadn't been to La Comedia Dinner Theatre in years, so I was…read moreexcited to finally use the tickets I gave as a Christmas gift--especially for Jesus Christ Superstar. I do love me some Andrew Lloyd Webber, after all. First, the good: the service was excellent. Our waitress and the bus staff were attentive, hardworking, and made sure we were well taken care of all night. Truly appreciated. And the highlight of the evening--the show itself--did not disappoint. The cast was fantastic, full of energy and talent, and I thoroughly enjoyed the performance. Now...the not-so-good (because every great review needs a plot twist). The food didn't quite match the level of the show. The veggies were more "mushy medley" than fresh, and the roast beef had clearly committed to being well-done...very well-done. The fried chicken had a surprising kick--unexpected, but not terrible. Drinks leaned more toward "sparkling sugar water" than cocktail, if you know what I mean. That said, the white fish and tartar sauce were solid, and the sweet potato soufflé and coffee with strawberry shortcake dessert were definite highlights. One point of confusion: gratuity. It was clearly stated that it wasn't included (message received!), but since I'd purchased tickets months ago and only paid for drinks that night, I wasn't quite sure what the tipping expectations were for our wonderful server and bus staff. Also worth noting: the seating. After nearly four hours, the chairs and I were no longer on speaking terms. I even tried switching seats--same result. While the theater has a nice, elegant feel, it does come across as a bit dated and could benefit from a refresh. The same goes for their marketing--it's easy to forget about them, and the website could use some streamlining. All in all, it was a fun night with a great show and wonderful service. Would I go back? Maybe...after my back recovers and if the menu gets a little encore-worthy upgrade.

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    Magic Dinner & Bourbon

    Magic Dinner & Bourbon

    5.0
    (1 review)
    87.8 mi

    We were looking for something different to do in the Louisville area, and we came upon Magic,…read moreDinner, & Bourbon. We like all three of these things, so we gave it a try, and we were hooked. Richard Darshwood, Darsh to his friends, is great at close up magic and uses venues that are relatively small (20-40 people) to keep with the "intimate" theme. He works with several bourbon distillers as sponsors, so included with the show are specialty cocktails and bourbon tastings. Food and service has been outstanding at the Bristol Bar & Grille downtown. During dinner, Darsh will roam throughout the room, doing some amazing close up magic at the tables. I've even had the opportunity to inspect some of the equipment he's used in a few of his tricks and cannot fathom how he managed his feats. You will be treated to a terrific evening of entertainment, food, and libations when you attend one of these shows.

    From the owner: Kentucky's only intimate dinner show with magic and bourbon. For the bourbon curious and the…read morebourbon experts. Each dinner includes history of the featured bourbon of the night. UPDATE 2026: No Public shows scheduled. Please Inquire about our private shows for groups of 20 or more. How many people can actually claim to have had an up close experience with sophisticated magic performed by a true master of illusion? It's a sensational rarity! From Asia to Las Vegas and back, Richard E. Darshwood provides many treats to charm our guests throughout the evening. One of Kentucky's greatest prides lies in its production of whiskey and an evening like this is only complete with the addition of hand-crafted cocktails and straight Kentucky whiskey from one of Kentucky's distilleries. Each drink is a magical pairing for each food course and it's accompanying entertainment for an exciting and tantalizing experience. Everyone receives an introduction to the heritage of Kentucky bourbon and bourbon history, and goes home with a gift from the featured distillery.

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    Lots of fun and participation along with great food and cocktails!

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    Lots of fun and participation along with great food and cocktails!
    Little Theater Off Broadway

    Little Theater Off Broadway

    4.3
    (4 reviews)
    93.4 mi

    Cute little theatre in the heart of Grove City, Ohio. Actors who are dedicated to giving an all…read morestar performance on a budget for people to be able to afford.

    This is one of the best local theatres in the Columbus area. My son and I started coming here…read moreregularly several years ago after we were blown away by their production of The Addams Family Musical. Prior to the performance, I had asked several locals about the theatre and was simply told that it was small, hence the name. Thank you, Captain Obvious. So, with not much to go on, my expectations were pretty low. Even so, the ticketing system for this theatre is ridiculously antiquated. To reserve a seat, you have to leave a message on their answering machine. Make sure you have lots of time on your hands when doing so because you will have to sit through a greeting that goes on forever with no way to bypass it. If there is a way, please let me know how. The message will ask you to leave your information and that your call will ONLY be returned if there is a problem with your reservation. I am the type of person who wants confirmation of my reservation. Because this theatre is a good 45 minute drive from my house, I want to feel confident that my reservation is in good order. Not surprisingly, since coming here my reservations have been botched twice. Once, I left my message several days in advance, but It was never received. Last week, my message was received, but my seats were given away to someone else who also (supposedly) had my (very uncommon) last name. Highly unlikely, in my opinion. In both instances, we were accommodated with seats, but I would have been upset had we been turned away. Aside from that hassle, we adore this theatre. Yes it is small and seats less than 100, BUT the productions are spectacular! I was amazed at how much they could do on such a small stage. Choreographed dance numbers, intricate sets, top notch voices and reasonable ticket/concession prices make this historic theatre an absolute treasure in Grove City. I have not seen a bad production yet and I highly recommend the musicals. Tons and tons of talent and not a bad seat in the house!

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    Derby Dinner Playhouse

    Derby Dinner Playhouse

    4.1
    (153 reviews)
    87.3 mi
    $$$

    We utilized the recently advertised BOGO promotion for the "25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee"…read moreproduction. Several of our friends coordinated the purchase of 3 sets of 2-ticket pairs to fill a table of 6 for a Sunday evening performance. The pre-show buffet is fantastic with a well stocked selection on the fresh salad bar (typical options as well as broccoli salad) and then a delicious hot dish buffet. We had green beans, corn, quinoa, Mac 'n cheese, baked potato, pulled pork (very, very good!), baked fish, fried fish, fried chicken (also very good!), and rolls. Our server, Eliza, is also one of the Footnotes (formerly AKA as Barnstormers) and was so fabulous with taking care of us and prompt. We ordered various desserts (selections include bread pudding, flourless chocolate torte, strawberry shortcake, rocky road chocolate brownie, hummingbird cake, peanut butter pie, ice cream) to enjoy during intermission and they were all so rich that my advice would be to share if at all possible. Gift shop at entrance had so many cute items. Lobby and restrooms were all well maintained. Support staff were welcoming and all seemed to operate as a team and like a well oiled machine. Parking lot is large, well lit, and very easily accessible for anyone with mobility concerns. Looking forward to the 2026-2027 season!

    This was our first time seeing a play at Derby Dinner Playhouse after a friend gifted us a pair of…read moretickets, and we had a great time! The meal is served buffet style before the play begins, and there are plenty of options available on the salad and hot food bars. Everything was the correct temperature and safety gloves are provided to prevent the spread of germs when touching the serving spoons. We were conveniently seated close to the buffet tables which meant there was a bit of traffic going past us, but we were able to get our food early in the process. Servers bring your preferred drink to the table, including alcoholic drinks from the bar, and they also serve dessert and drinks (an extra cost) during one of the play intermissions. The play, The Bunco Squad Rolls Again, was a funny, locally-written play with a twist at the end. Some friends from college used to perform at the theater and now the daughter of a former classmate is performing there. I think we will definitely return to see other plays.

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    Aronoff Center

    Aronoff Center

    4.4
    (189 reviews)
    0.9 mi

    We live about an hour away, so hadn't been to the Aronoff Center in over 20 years until going to…read moresee Complexions Contemporary Ballet last night. I'm happy to see that it has been kept up so well over the years, it's beautiful! It was an A+ visit from start to finish. Ordering and accessing digital tickets was a breeze, the staff was friendly and helpful, and the show was outstanding! We have a fantastic arts center in Dayton that we have broadway season's tickets to and attend other performing arts shows as well, but we will definitely be back to see shows at the Aronoff from time to time now that we had such a fantastic evening out!

    Just had my first experience at the Aronoff and it was truly an unforgettable experience. We…read moreattended the Hamilton show on January 4th, 2026. We had brunch at Nicholson's across the street then walked over and entered the venue at Noon. The check-in process was quick and easy. They had several Hamilton banners through the lobby area to get photos before the show. Right after checking in, you hit the merchandise booth where they had a large selection of items for purchase such as shirts, sweaters, and tons of accessories (I'm sure this various by production so keep that in mind). We took the elevator to the loge level (steps are available as well) and took a seat to relax a bit before they opened the doors to the theater. An attendant approached us and mentioned that our niece would need a booster seat and showed us where we could grab one - this was an incredible display of customer service and that remained true throughout our whole time at the Aronoff. Everyone was extremely friendly and helpful. They really made you feel welcome and that was a highlight of our experience. They offer light concessions such as drinks, themed cocktails and candy. I would recommend eating at one of the many options around the Aronoff prior to your event or after. The doors opened, we took our playbills and found our seats. The show was phenomenal. This was my first time seeing a musical and I loved it! The stage and venue is spectacular as well. We will definitely be back! We just bought tickets to see the Lion King in July. Highly recommend attending a production here - you won't be disappointed.

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