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    The Dinner Detective

    3.7 (30 reviews)
    Ultra High-EndDinner Theater
    Closed 10:00 am - 1:00 pm

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    Moderate noise
    Good for groups
    Dressy

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    Debbie F.

    My first ever dinner detective and it definitely fell short. I had a preconceived idea of what I was getting into, yet open to a fun night of solving clues. I chose this event on the Queen Mary as a haunted ship seemed so perfect and could only enhance the experience, right? Starting with check in they were behind but at least it was a smooth easy process. We were told what table we were at and to choose a seat there. Sadly, the next 30 mins we sat there mostly talking among ourselves and eating our salads that had already been served. Salad was good, rolls were super dry, one bite and just couldn't do it. Around 6:30 everyone was seated and the host came out to set the ground rules and introduce the show. I thought we would be entertained the whole evening (thinking 2 of the 3 hour event being the show), slowly enjoying our food in between. Actually it was the opposite. There was a scene played out with clues, then the actors took a break, we were served food, given those same clues they acted out on paper to read through and study, then back to the show. The same thing repeated a few times throughout the night. The rest of the food was better than I expected considering prior reviews I read here. The acting was good and they each fit their character nicely. My biggest issues were two fold. First of all the down time was significantly more compared to the entertainment time of the show. I definitely didn't expect that, esp based on ticket price. Secondly, the Ballroom (as beautiful as it is) was way to big to hear the show. The actors don't wear mics and it was really hard to hear what was going on half the time. We had to pretty much reply of the clues brought to the table to solve the game. Sadly, it didn't live up to my exceptions. However, I am open to trying another one of these at a more intimate venue.

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    Amalia M.

    (Pre-Covid Review) Who doesn't want to be part in solving a mystery? I was excited to see a show while eating dinner but I was wrong on how this is carried out. The event takes place in the Queen Mary which is a good setting because of its history and mystery. My show was going to start at 7am and the ticket states to arrive early to check in. However, they leave you standing outside and open the doors at 7am. So not sure why we need to check in early if they aren't going to open the doors early. Once you check-in you create your alias name and can get your picture taken with a few weapons. They serve appetizers at the entrance not at the table so it's sad that you can't get more. The first course is already served when you arrive which is a mixed green salad and there are rolls with butter. Throughout the night the show happens in the room but the actors do not have mics so it can be hard to hear the clues. The acting is okay and there was only one actor that stood out to me. He was really funny and stole the show with his jokes. He played the part of the detective. There is a moment where you must get up to interact with others to ask questions. If you are shy then this is something that you don't want to do. The food is served late and it's mediocre food. You get a small chicken breast with one scoop of mashed potatoes and a few veggies. I didn't like that the food is not served right away and you have sit there waiting for it. Overall, the show is okay, the food is bland, and the experience is not memorable.

    It was a pretty big crowd everybody seemed to be into it

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    The food was average catering food...but the show was terrific. A lot of laughs. We had fun.

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    Thank you Pat for the review! Glad you had a night full of laughs!

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    I went with my fiance for our anniversary. It was a blast! Go if you can! The actors are so funny.

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