I love a good gimmick! Sure, you could go to Earl's or your usual dinner spot, or you could eat somewhere with robot servers, retro diner vibes, magical décor or somewhere with completely pink walls! 💕
Whether you’re planning a weird date night, a group dinner, a birthday, or just want to try somewhere that feels a little different, I've put together a list of "special," quirky or themed restaurants worth checking out!
Here’s a little menu to help you find your next weird and wonderful night out:
Movie-Themed Restaurant & Bars
Most Instagrammable Restaurants
Restaurants That Bring the Outdoors Indoors

Want inspo on new places to try next? I send out new restaurant finds every week!
Check out these secret speakeasies with fun decor and the coolest vibes.
An exclusive zoo exhibit where you can watch the polar bears' morning routines while learning cool facts and enjoying a buffet breakfast afterwards. 🐻❄️
A dinner show with four courses and super cool 3D projections of a little magical chef preparing meals for you.
Dinner and a show, anyone? A live dinner theatre with so many original shows and performances all year long. 🎪
A monthly event at the Confluence where a historian or local expert shares cool facts on a historical topic with hot dogs served on the side. Educational and delicious!
Bring your detective skills to the dinner table at this murder mystery show. Find the culprit while enjoying a deadly-good dinner. ☠️
Okay, dinner and a show is a thing, but what about lunch and a show? Lunchbox Theatre offers fun one-act plays in the afternoon, where you can bring your lunch or a snack!
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