Dinner Detective True Crime Murder Mystery Show - St. Louis, MO in St Louis
St Louis, United States

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

Outty Ranking 63 4.7 · 32 traveler reviews3 hoursFrom $89

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Outty Ranking

63/100

Solid Choice. Our proprietary evaluation. How we score

Traveler rating

4.7/5

Based on 32 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

Quick answer

Is Dinner Detective True Crime Murder Mystery Show - St. Louis, MO worth booking?

Dinner Detective True Crime Murder Mystery Show - St. Louis, MO is a 3-hour experience in St Louis, United States, from $89 per person. It scores 63 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice, based on a 4.7/5 rating across 32 reviews. This booking is non-refundable, so pick your date carefully. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
63 / 100
Rating
4.7/5 (32)
Duration
3 hours
From
$89 per person

At The Dinner Detective, you’ll tackle a hilarious and challenging crime while you feast on a fantastic dinner. Just beware! The culprit is hiding in plain sight somewhere in the room, and you may find yourself as a Prim

What you get

    About this experience

    At The Dinner Detective, you’ll tackle a hilarious and challenging crime while you feast on a fantastic dinner. Just beware! The culprit is hiding in plain sight somewhere in the room, and you may find yourself as a Prime Suspect before you know it! Our engaging and unique murder mystery dinner theatre performances have been playing across the country since 2004. Our show is very different from traditional murder mystery dinner shows. We will hide non-costumed actors in the audience that are pretending to be part of the crowd. This results in a much more social and interactive evening than with other shows. Our shows are set during the present day and take place in real time. Over the course of the night, our costumed Detectives will uncover clues, interrogate audience members that may or may not be part of the show, and help everyone get closer to solving the mystery.

    What's included

    Included

    • Waitstaff gratuity
    • Cash bar available
    • Dinner
    • Interactive murder mystery event
    • Free self-parking
    • Prize Package for Top Sleuth of the night
    • Tea and coffee
    • 4-course dinner

    Not included

    • Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
    • Performer gratuity (recommended)

    Where it starts and ends

    Meeting point

    St Louis

    Hotel pickup

    No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.

    Ends at

    Returns to the starting point

    Before you book

    Cancellation
    All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
    Ticket
    Mobile Only
    Runs on
    Fri, Sat
    Group size
    Up to 15 travelers per booking
    Operated by
    The Dinner Detective Murder Mystery Dinner Show

    Know before you go

    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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    What travelers are saying

    Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 32 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.

    Food and drink

    9 mentions

    The tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.

    Pace and timing

    2 mentions

    Several reviewers found the schedule tight or the day long.

    Traveler reviews

    32 verified traveler reviews for Dinner Detective True Crime Murder Mystery Show - St. Louis, MO. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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    23alixn · August 2026

    Fun when visiting STL

    My 15yo daughter and I did this together and had a lot of fun. You have to be willing to be in a bit of a silly mood but we both enjoyed it. The food was pretty good for hotel food. My one complaint is the location, it's very basic/boring (a hotel ballroom). This experience would be enhanced in a location with more character and related decor. The actors did a good job and the mystery was just difficult enough to solve.

    Response from the operator: Thank you so much for joining us!

    via Tripadvisor

    Discover42280763529 · July 2026

    Get ready to sit for awhile

    Too long for my preference. Hard to see what's being said and done. Dinner was okay. Everyone was cordial. Had fun. Just sitting so long...

    Response from the operator: Thank you for joining us!

    via Tripadvisor

    David_L · April 2026

    April 4 2026 performance

    I found this to be very entertaining. The performers were friendly and engaging, as well as our fellow audience members. I would also add, I have been to a couple of these before in other areas and those were done in more of a dinner/comedy club type facility. In my opinion, this allowed for a different type of atmosphere in terms of things like lighting, sound effects, etc... . I think this made for a better overall mood for this kind of performance/activity. This performance was in an open, brightly lit event room at a hotel. It was nice, and we had a nice time, and the performers were great...just could be a better experience if a little more was put in to creating a better overall atmosphere.

    Response from the operator: Thanks so much for joining us David!

    via Viator

    mimi2011 · April 2026

    Fun! Fun! Fun!

    So much fun with my siblings and significant others! The time passed too quickly! The staff ad-libbed very well.

    Response from the operator: Thank you so much for joining us!

    via Tripadvisor

    Philip_U · November 2025

    Great fun!

    This was a great experience! They kept you involved, and encouraged you to keep guessing. Food was great too!

    Response from the operator: Thank you so much for joining us!

    via Viator

    Good to know

    Duration
    3 hours
    Free cancellation
    Non-refundable
    Minimum age to book
    All ages
    Availability
    Bookable today
    Runs on
    Fri, Sat
    Hotel pickup
    No pickup, meet at start point
    Booked in 30 days
    11
    Verdict
    Solid Choice

    Why this scores 63

    The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)75
    Review evidence (18% weight)59
    Booking momentum (14% weight)51
    Value for money (12% weight)80
    Listing quality (10% weight)85
    Local standing (8% weight)60
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)0

    Dinner Detective True Crime Murder Mystery Show - St. Louis, MO: questions travelers ask

    Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for St Louis.

    How much does Dinner Detective True Crime Murder Mystery Show - St. Louis, MO cost?

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    Prices start at $89 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in St Louis usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.

    How long does Dinner Detective True Crime Murder Mystery Show - St. Louis, MO take?

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    Plan for about 3 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in St Louis is not rushed.

    Is Dinner Detective True Crime Murder Mystery Show - St. Louis, MO worth it?

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    It holds an Outty Ranking of 63 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.7/5 across 32 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable most popular in St Louis, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.

    Can I cancel or reschedule Dinner Detective True Crime Murder Mystery Show - St. Louis, MO?

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    No. This experience is sold on a non-refundable basis, so only book a date you are confident about. Similar experiences in the city do offer free cancellation if flexibility matters more than price.

    Is Dinner Detective True Crime Murder Mystery Show - St. Louis, MO suitable for kids and families?

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    Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 3-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

    How far in advance should I book Dinner Detective True Crime Murder Mystery Show - St. Louis, MO?

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    Around 11 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in St Louis can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.

    What should I bring or wear?

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    Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in St Louis and add a light layer if any part of the 3-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

    Where does Dinner Detective True Crime Murder Mystery Show - St. Louis, MO start and how do I get there?

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    The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central St Louis within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.

    What are the best things to do in St Louis?

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    St Louis leads with Gateway Arch tram rides and riverboat cruises, then brewery tours, Forest Park museums, City Museum visits and Route 66 history runs. Arch tram tickets are timed entry, so we weight tours that secure them. On Outty we rank every St Louis experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Lemp Haunted Neighborhood Walking Tour, St. Louis True Crime Tour: Soulard’s Murders, Mafia & Mayhem, Private Tour of St. Louis's Iconic BBQ Joints & Breweries. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.

    When is the best time to visit St Louis?

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    April to June and September to October. Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.

    How many days do you need in St Louis?

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    Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.

    Do I book through Outty or through the operator?

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    Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.

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