Caluzzi
New Zealand’s fabulous Drag Queen Dinner Theatre!Average Reviews
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Caluzzi Cabaret, nestled on Auckland's vibrant Karangahape Road, has been a cornerstone of the city's LGBTQ+ nightlife since 1996. As New Zealand's original drag queen cabaret, it offers a unique blend of dining and entertainment. Guests are treated to a three-course meal featuring options like oven-roasted chicken breast, slow-cooked lamb shank, and a vegan green curry, all capped off with the signature Caluzzi cupcake. The real highlight, however, is the interactive drag performances. Award-winning drag queens serve and entertain, ensuring a night filled with laughter and dazzling costumes. Whether you're celebrating a special occasion or simply seeking a memorable night out, Caluzzi Cabaret provides an experience that resonates with both locals and visitors.
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Based on 541 reviews
Francis John
16:29 05 Jan 25
Caluzzi Cabaret is a totally fabulous, high-energy dining-with-drag experience that draws guests in with delicious food and great drag performances. Right from the inside, the atmosphere is electric with welcoming warmth of the queens who set the tone for the night.The entire show is brilliant because it comprises comedy, some lip-syncing, and audience participation, keeping the crowd engaged without any dull moment in sight.With the best hearty-cost, catering for everyone in the set menu, but actually the winner is entertainment. Each queen puts their own spin on the act, so that no two performances are really ever the same. Coming prepared to laugh and cheer, if you're lucky-even to share belonging with the performance!Great for event parties or going out with friends, Caluzzi Cabaret guarantees a night of unforgettable memories drenched in glitter and glamour, plus enjoyment. Strongly recommended for the people who want to experience the rich nightlife offered by Auckland.Jessica O'Donnell
19:41 04 Jan 25
Great way to spend the night! If I find myself in Auckland again I'll go again. Drinks are really well priced and the food was pretty good too 👍Amber Mills
08:11 09 Dec 24
We were lucky enough to visit Caluzzi Cabaret for our Xmas function. We had a great night full of laughs. The show was fantastic, full of energy and the performers were amazing. This was my first time visiting Caluzzi Bar and it exceeded all expectations. Thank you so much for a great night!!Brenda North
19:48 29 Nov 24
The queens were lovely and the service was great.However, the food was very disappointing, I needed a steak knife to get the meat off the lamb shank and the dessert was a muffin..The microphone made it hard to hear, and I was sitting behind a pillar which made it difficult to see.Donghee Lee
17:26 25 Nov 24
Pros: Queens working their butts off, most of them were lovely, overall fun atmosphereCons: Very crowded venue, food and drinks were average/less than average for the priceI think for the price pp they could admit fewer people per evening; our group felt like we were constantly being jostled or asked to move because we were crowded into a corner near the kitchen entrance.The way the evening was set up was very different to any other drag show I’ve been to, might be just a different style but I wasn’t expecting the main show to be so near the end nor so short.Also, sorry to the Queen that overheard me call my friends “guys” while taking our dinner order and told me off. The word was used in the context of our private conversation and wasn’t intended to trigger any one.Glad we went, probably wouldn’t go again.Emerson Cherrington
00:29 05 Nov 24
Caluzzi Cabaret is a must-visit! The dinner was delicious, and the performance that night was just as entertaining. The energy from the performers kept the whole crowd engaged, and every part of the night was a blast. It’s a unique, lively experience that’s well worth it—highly recommend for a fun night out!Rin Warburton
09:00 29 Jun 24
The girls were absolutely phenomenal, I cried, laughed, sang my heart out and felt myself surrounded by love from all sides. The performances were incredible and the use of space inside and out was amazing to see. These girls out their everything into their work and I ATE IT UP 🗣️ can’t wait to go back again and again (and hopefully catch you at Family Bar next time!) thank you so much to Miss Geena, Ling Ling, Nivalia and Natrasha for one of the best nights on my life you kept the vibes going the whole time 🕺🏼 and to the bar and kitchen staff - another incredible job by all of you to keep the service running smoothly ❤️ 100% will be coming backJaneSmith
11:36 10 May 24
Loved it. Amazing experience and will definitely be back. Laughed so hard. Yummy cocktails. Unfortunately food was slow and averageLauren Ladewig
09:28 23 Jul 23
We had a ladies night and thoroughly enjoyed it! We booked well in advance, the venue is small and I imagine gets booked out really quickly. Be prepared to book a few months in advance. The show was very well organised!! There wasn't a moment where we were 'waiting'. The performers had amazing costume changes, awesome dance routines and there was an opportunity for photos. The food was good! There was chicken, lamb and veg options and everyone enjoyed their meal - lamb fell off the bone!! But just remember you're not going for the food, so don't expect a master chef meal. We arrived at 7pm and walked out at about 11.30pm so it's a full evening event.We paid $20 per person deposit, then $99 each a couple weeks before. This cost included the show and food, you have to pay for drinks at the end of the evening. You need a credit card to open a tab for the table. Downside: The tables were very squashy, we had 5 people on one side of the table that should've been 4 people, but we made it work.Overall, we had a fantastic evening!! I would definitely go again!!Beth J.
10:08 27 Mar 20
DO NOT TRUST CALUZZI. My husband and I were looking forward to seeing a show at Caluzzi during our trip to NZ. We live in the States and did not want to...
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