The Mystery Cafe - Lutsen Resort

The Mystery Cafe

The Mystery Café is the Twin Cities’ longest-running interactive comedy dinner theater, founded in 1989. Owner Brian Kelly and his staff write and craft their own original shows and employ some of the best interactive comedians in town. The shows are fast-paced comedies first and foremost, but there is also a mystery to solve as well!

Dinner Menu
Salad

Sawtooth Mountain Salad- Blackberries, Heirloom Carrot, Dill Roasted Almonds, Radish, Frisee, Tender Greens, Caribou Cream Maple Vinaigrette Dressing

entree selections
  • Braised Short Rib- George Hunter Stout Demi Glace with Root Vegetables and Rosemary, Horseradish Whipped Potatoes, Grilled Asparagus

  • Coho Salmon- Nordic Crawfish Béarnaise, White Truffle Risotto, Grilled Asparagus

  • Wild Mushroom Wellington (Vegan) -Vegan Pastry, Wild Mushrooms, Walnuts, Lingonberry Port Reduction, Grilled Asparagus

dessert

Tuxedo Truffle Cake

Frequently Asked Questions

What should I wear?

Whatever makes you feel most comfortable, but “dressy casual” best describes the customary attire.

Will there be Liquor?

Yes. We have a full bar and a table-side cocktail service. Please note that cocktails are not included in the

ticket price.

What comes with the meal?

Three courses (please see our menu), including salad, your choice of entrée, and dessert. Bread and

butter, coffee, and tea are all included.

Do I choose my entrée ahead of time?

Yes. We need your selection in advance. Entrée choices will be offered in the check-out process.

Is the show appropriate for children?

That might be the toughest question we get. Everyone has different ideas about what’s okay for kids. If

our shows were rated like movies, they would probably be considered PG or PG-13. Our shows are

written and performed to have broad appeal, and we have always stayed away from gratuitous

vulgarity, insult, and “shock” humor. The official line is: “We don’t recommend kids under 12, but we

don’t prohibit it.”

Am I going to have to get up and dance or anything?

No. Mystery Café is interactive, but your level of participation is entirely up to you. Your enjoyment

(and comfort) is our #1 goal. Our actors are seasoned professionals who can distinguish between those

who wish to play and those who prefer to watch.