Paris: Dinner at Ginger Restaurant & Show at Crazy Horse

Crazy Horse is less about a grand old music-hall revue and more about bodies, color, and precisely timed light. I like that the show pairs sharply choreographed performances with clever visual effects, and I like having dinner at Ginger built into the same night, so you can enjoy a full evening without hunting for a restaurant afterward.

The main trade-off is the fixed timetable: dinner comes before or after the show, depending on the performance you choose. At $241 per person, it is a splurge, and the value depends on whether you want both the meal and cabaret rather than just a ticket to the show.

• The lighting is part of the performance: Crazy Horse’s visual effects shape the acts, not just decorate them.
• Dinner is a choice, not a mystery menu: Ginger offers Southeast Asian starters, mains, and desserts, with wine, water, and coffee included.
• The package includes drinks at both stops: Expect wine with dinner and either half a bottle of Crazy Horse champagne or two other drinks per person at the show.
• The evening has two possible rhythms: On many dates, you dine first and see the show later, but some schedules put the show first.
• This is an adults’ night out: The experience is not suitable for children under 16, and shorts are not allowed.
• Keep your camera put away: Photography and video recording are prohibited inside Crazy Horse.

A Paris cabaret built around light and choreography

The appeal of Crazy Horse is its precise visual style. The show, Totally Crazy!, brings together dancers, choreography, and lighting effects in a format that is more focused on the stage picture than on a sprawling variety show. The lighting is not background decoration: it helps shape what you see, and the performances are designed around those effects.

That makes this a good choice if you want an evening of Paris cabaret but would rather see a tightly staged production than spend the night moving between venues. The dancers are the center of the show, with solo and group performances, and the visual concepts give the evening its character. Expect sensual performance and polished stagecraft, not a conventional dinner theater where the meal and entertainment happen side by side.

The show has a reputation as one of Paris’s best-known cabaret experiences, but it is still a particular kind of night out. If you are uncomfortable with nudity or sensual dance, this is not the right ticket. If you are curious about how choreography, lighting, and costume can work together on a small stage, it offers a memorable change of pace from museums and monuments.

Dinner at Ginger makes the evening easier

Ginger serves refined Southeast Asian food, giving the package a different flavor from the classic French dinner you might expect before a Paris show. The menu lists several starters, main courses, sides, and desserts, so you can choose what appeals rather than simply accept one fixed plate.

Starter choices include baby spinach with pine nuts, Parmesan, and truffle-infused oil; tuna tartare with avocado; and chicken fried spring rolls. For a main, you might choose sautéed Black Angus beef with onions, sesame, and snow peas, grilled chicken with lemongrass, or tuna tataki with sesame sauce. Rice, fried noodles, or broccoli are listed as sides.

Dessert options include lemon sorbet with crystallized ginger, three pieces of mochi ice cream in assorted flavors, coconut milk tapioca with mango, and soft chocolate cake. The menu gives you a useful range of lighter and richer choices, though the exact mix of flavors may not suit everyone. If you prefer familiar dishes, the chicken, rice, and chocolate cake are more straightforward picks than the tuna tartare or tapioca.

Wine is included with dinner, along with water and coffee. You can expect the meal to be a substantial part of the evening, not just a token stop before the main event. The restaurant’s staff and service have been praised, and the meal has drawn strong praise too. One practical point: food temperature can vary. If your plate arrives cooler than you would like, say so while you are still at the restaurant.

Choose the order that suits your night

The package lasts about three hours, but the sequence changes according to the show time. On weekdays, the 8 pm show is followed by dinner at 9:45 pm. For the 10:30 pm performance, dinner is at 8 pm, giving you a meal first and a later finish.

Saturday has three options. The 7 pm show is followed by dinner at 9 pm. For the 9:30 pm show, dinner is at 7:30 pm. The 11:45 pm show is paired with dinner at 9:30 pm. Check the available start times for your date, since the schedule is not the same every day.

I would think about your own energy and appetite before choosing. Dinner first is a sensible plan if you want to eat at a normal hour and arrive at the show ready to sit back with a drink. Dinner after the performance lets the cabaret be the evening’s first act, but it means a later meal. The package does not include hotel pickup or drop-off, so plan your own way to and from the venues.

Ginger and Crazy Horse are described as close enough for a short walk between them. Still, allow yourself time to make the transition, especially if you are unfamiliar with the area or want to arrive without rushing. The meeting point can vary by booking option, so check the details attached to the time you select.

What the $241 price includes

At $241 per person, this is an expensive evening, but the price bundles two distinct parts of a Paris night out. You get admission to Crazy Horse, half a bottle of the house Cuvée Crazy champagne per person or two other drinks per person, dinner at Ginger, wine with the meal, water, and coffee.

That bundle can make financial sense if you already planned to book a cabaret and sit down for dinner. You avoid choosing and paying for two separate experiences, and the meal means you do not need to find a restaurant after the show. If you would rather have a quick bite or are only interested in the performance, the package may be more than you need.

A few details matter when comparing the price. The included dinner is a choice-based menu, which gives you flexibility, and wine is part of the meal. At Crazy Horse, the champagne allotment is half a bottle per person, or you can choose two other drinks. The package does not include transport, and there is no promise of a particular seat location, so do not book assuming you will get a front-row view.

Small-group booking, dress rules, and access

The booking is limited to 10 participants, which describes the group arrangement for the experience; it does not mean the cabaret itself has only 10 people in the audience. The activity is wheelchair accessible, a useful feature for planning, though anyone with specific access needs should confirm the arrangements for their chosen option.

Shorts are not allowed, so choose another outfit if that is your usual summer uniform. Photography and video recording are prohibited inside the cabaret. That rule is worth knowing before you go: enjoy the show in the moment rather than trying to capture the lighting on your phone.

The experience is not suitable for children under 16. It is best treated as an adult evening, whether you are planning a date, a special occasion, or simply want a cabaret night with dinner included.

The parts that earn the ticket

The most consistent strength of the night is the show itself. The acts, choreography, and carefully controlled lighting are the reason to book. The visual effects have drawn particular praise, and the performances are described as both entertaining and artful. You may recognize ideas or imagery from popular culture, so avoid watching clips of the show beforehand if you want the staging to feel fresh.

The champagne is another useful touch. It is served as part of the Crazy Horse experience, and having a drink at your seat helps the show feel like a proper night out rather than a quick theater stop. Remember that the included amount is half a bottle per person, or two other drinks, not an unlimited bar tab.

Ginger is more than a convenient add-on. The meal has its own appeal, especially if you enjoy Southeast Asian flavors and want a proper dinner. The restaurant’s service has also been a strong point, though food temperature is one area where the experience may not be perfect every time. If you are choosing the package mainly for dinner, keep that modest caveat in mind.

Is this the right Paris night for you?

Book this if you want a polished cabaret performance, a sit-down dinner, and drinks folded into one evening. It is especially well suited to couples and adults celebrating a special occasion, or anyone who wants a complete night out without making separate dinner and show plans.

Skip it if you are mainly after a low-cost show ticket, if you prefer a traditional French menu, or if the sensual style of the performance is not for you. Before you book, compare the show and dinner times for your date, decide whether you would rather eat before or after the curtain, and remember that transportation is your responsibility. If the timing and menu suit you, this is a convenient way to pair a distinctive Paris cabaret with a satisfying meal.

FAQ

How long does the experience last?

The listed duration is three hours.

What is included at Crazy Horse?

Admission to Crazy Horse is included, along with half a bottle of Cuvée Crazy champagne per person or two other drinks per person.

What is included with dinner at Ginger?

Dinner, wine, water, and coffee are included. The menu offers a choice of starters, main courses, sides, and desserts.

Does dinner happen before or after the show?

It depends on the performance time. Some options have dinner first, while others schedule dinner after the show.

What are the weekday show and dinner times?

For the 8 pm show, dinner is at 9:45 pm. For the 10:30 pm show, dinner is at 8 pm.

What are the Saturday show and dinner times?

For the 7 pm show, dinner is at 9 pm. For the 9:30 pm show, dinner is at 7:30 pm. For the 11:45 pm show, dinner is at 9:30 pm.

Are children allowed?

The experience is not suitable for children under 16.

Can I take photos or wear shorts inside Crazy Horse?

Photography and video recording are not allowed inside. Shorts are not allowed.