Crime and Dine Mysteries — Local services in Kingsport

I have attended two recent Crime and Dine experiences in Kingsport TN. The first was Murder at Memaw’s (December), and the second was just recently Who Killed the Radio Star (April). Both shows were fantastic and both venues were great; ample parking and easy to get to. The food at the first one was an excellent plated meal. The food at the second one was a fun themed menu for the 80s; this dinner was okay but room for improvement (which the owner has already addressed), so I have no doubt it will get up to that ‘excellent’ level for the next show. But really what you are paying for is the production and the experience; and that is hands down top notch. The cast truly commits to their roles and makes it an immersive experience. From the minute you arrive, they are IN CHARACTER, and it is hysterical. Their unbridled enthusiasm, humor, energy, and improv skills makes this experience an absolute hoot. Finding clues and solving the puzzles are challenging, but that’s what makes it competitive, and boy do people get competitive! After my first crime and dine, I definitely got the hang of the ‘process’ more and figured out the clues better the second time. This is a perfect ‘group’ outing. I think it’s best to fill a table of 8 so you all know each other and feel comfortable, but if you are outgoing and love meeting new people, it’s also a great way to make new friends if you don’t have a table to ‘fill’. They also encourage you to get into the theme. For the first one, we got in all our Christmas/Holiday feels, and for the second one we busted out all our neon fun 80s gear and let our 80s freak flags fly! All in all, I think this is a fantastic value for the money! Three hours of entertainment, full course meal, drinks (alcoholic drinks are extra of course), and a super unique way to spend an evening makes this something I confidently can...

My husband and I have attended two Crime and Dine events. A Christmas themed one late last year and an 80s theme this April. I really like that they change the themes to allow people to attend multiple times. The staff is very talented and also spends time mingling with the guests prior and after the show. The staff really make the events worth attending. They are a hoot!

The food was good at both events, but I consider the show the main event. The Christmas show had a traditional holiday meal. Who doesn't love a holiday meal? Sign me up! I liked the mall food court(buffet style)at the 80s night and that you could go back for more of what you liked best. The catering staff were lovely people and very accommodating. (We did not see the catering staff at the Christmas show that I recall.)The lines could have been more organized, but I have it on good authority that this has been addressed and should go smoother in the future. And I do want to point out that part of the issue was because the guests did not follow directions.

While the night is not inexpensive (really what is anymore?) it does include dinner and a show, so it is totally worth it.

If you find the clues too challenging the first time, give it another shot. I promise you that anything you learn at the first event definitely helps you figure things out much quicker the second time. I had a great time either way.

I agree with others that say it is a great gang event where knowing and being able to work with everyone at your table is very helpful. I attended with friends who like to laugh with, sometimes at, each other and a wonderful time...

I had the delightful opportunity to attend one of the CRIME and DINE performances late last year and had a great time!

Following the initial performance, wherein the crime is committed, the cast members stop by each table to answer questions (in character, of course!) as each table-team compares notes and attempts to be the first to correctly decipher the clues. Eventually, the smoking gun fingers the guilty party…but not until more hijinx and hilarity ensue!

This is not a ‘budget’ nite out, and the dinner fare itself was quite basic. However, it was an engaging, creative evening and the performance and cast members created a challenging puzzle not easily unraveled!  If you want a bougie dining experience, you can drop coin at any number of restaurants.  BUT, if you want intrigue, interaction, and a night to remember…you can’t go wrong with DINE & CRIME! It was unquestionably a memorable time with good friends, and I hope to do this again soon!!

So, if you are one whose deductive skills are piqued by such inquiries as: “Who dunnit?” (which is second only to the query that hounds us all, “Who let the dogs out?”)…then, get your inspector cap on, head over to CRIME & DINE, and see if you have what it takes to crack the code and sleuth your way to...