Paris at night is different, and this one has sparkle. You’ll start with dinner at Ginger (Southeast Asian comfort with a Paris polish), then glide into the Crazy Horse show for the kind of cabaret staging you only get here. It’s a very grown-up, very French evening, built for people who want “one perfect night” instead of a scavenger hunt.

I especially like the simple flow: choose your meal, then settle in without stress, because the show timing is arranged around your dinner slot. I also like the included drinks—half a bottle of Crazy Horse champagne per person (or two other drinks) plus wine with dinner—so you’re not doing extra math mid-party.

One thing to consider: the rules are strict. No shorts, and no photography or video inside, and it’s not for kids under 16. If you’re planning a casual, smartphone-heavy night out, this setup may feel less flexible than you expect.

The Two-Stop Plan That Makes This Night Feel Effortless

This experience is built like a well-run evening: eat first, then enjoy the show in a single ticketed rhythm. At Ginger, you get a proper sit-down dinner with multiple courses and wine. Then at Crazy Horse, the whole production takes over—music, lighting, costumes, and choreography designed to keep your attention locked in.

What makes it feel “easy” is that the package removes the usual Paris friction:

• You don’t have to coordinate dinner reservations and show entry separately
• Your champagne is part of the show experience, not an add-on you scramble for later

It’s also a smart pairing. Ginger gives you a full meal that won’t leave you hungry during a long performance. Crazy Horse, meanwhile, is the kind of spectacle where the order of operations matters—you want dinner settled so you can focus on the show when the lights go down.

Ginger Dinner: Southeast Asian Dishes With a Polished Touch

At Ginger, the food is excellent and refined Southeast Asian cuisine, served as a multi-course dinner. The menu is set up for variety, with several starter and main options, plus desserts that actually feel designed for a night out.

Starters That Set the Tone

You might see starters like:

• Baby spinach leaves with pine nuts, parmesan, and truffle-infused oil
• Tuna tartar with avocado
• Chicken fried spring rolls

These starters are great if you like mix-and-match: something fresh (the spinach), something bold (tuna tartar), and something crunchy and familiar (spring rolls).

Main Courses: Meat, Chicken, and Tuna Choices

Main dishes include:

• Sautéed black Angus beef with onions, sesame, and snow peas
• Grilled chicken with lemongrass
• Tuna tataki with sesame sauce

This is a good spread if you’re traveling with someone who doesn’t want the same thing. You’ll also appreciate the balance: beef is hearty, chicken is aromatic, and tuna tends to feel lighter and more evening-appropriate.

Sides and Desserts for an Actual, Finished Meal

Sides may include rice, fried noodles, or broccoli. For dessert, you get choices such as:

• Lemon sorbet with crystallized ginger
• Mochi ice (3 pieces: vanilla, chocolate, mango, raspberry-lychee)
• Coconut milk tapioca with mango
• Soft chocolate cake

In real-life terms, the dessert lineup is a major part of the value. Cabaret nights can leave you running on energy drinks. Here, you can end with something satisfying and different, not just a quick sweet.

The One Food Note to Keep in Mind

Dinner is served quickly, but one piece of feedback you should know: at least one diner felt the plates weren’t consistently hot through later courses. If you’re picky about temperature, I’d treat the earlier courses as your priority and eat dessert without waiting too long.

Timing in Paris: How the Dinner Slot Changes Your Night

The show is titled Totally Crazy!, and the dinner time depends on which performance you book. The experience is scheduled so you’re not starving and you’re not rushing.

Here’s how it typically lines up:

• Monday through Friday
• 8pm show: dinner at 9:45pm
• 10:30pm show: dinner at 8pm
• Saturday
• 7pm show: dinner at 9pm
• 9:30pm show: dinner at 7:30pm
• 11:45pm show: dinner at 9:30pm

Two practical tips:

• If you prefer dinner before the show, aim for the options where dinner happens first (like the 10:30pm show on weekdays, or the 9:30pm show on Saturday).
• If you prefer a slower start, choose the slots where dinner comes after the performance.

Either way, you’ll have a structured flow with a total duration of about 3 hours. That’s not a long stretch in Paris terms, which makes it workable even if you want to do a little walking around before and after.

Crazy Horse Totally Crazy: Sensual Cabaret, Precision Staging

Crazy Horse is one of those Paris experiences that doesn’t need a long explanation. It’s iconic for a reason: the production is theatrical, visual, and tightly controlled—the kind of show where lighting design and choreography carry huge weight.

The show you’ll see is Totally Crazy!, described as featuring legendary acts, stunning visual effects, and dancers known for their presence and performance quality. The show format is part of what makes it memorable: you don’t just watch from a distance. The energy is staged for attention, with performers moving through clever creative concepts and coordinated sequences.

Seats, Champagne, and Show-Day Momentum

A standout detail in the experience setup is the champagne experience at the venue. You’re seated and your bottle is there, so you don’t lose time waiting for a service rhythm to catch up with the show start. This matters because cabaret is fast-moving. When you’re settled, you’re free to watch instead of managing timing.

Also, the staging is organized. Several notes in the feedback emphasize how well the light design effects land, and how smooth things feel from entry to seat time to the end of the night.

What You Should Expect to Feel

If you’re going for a classic Paris date night, this hits the brief. It’s glamorous and a little daring, but it’s also a production built on talent and craft, not just shock value. Think: choreography, timing, and visual work that makes the room feel like part of the show.

What You Actually Get for the Money (and Why It’s Good Value)

The price is $241 per person, and the key to evaluating value here is what’s included.

You get:

• Entrance to Crazy Horse in Paris
• Half a bottle of Crazy Horse champagne per person (or 2 other drinks per person)
• Dinner at the Ginger restaurant
• Water and coffee
• Wine with dinner

So you’re not paying separately for dinner, drinks, entry, and show drinks. In Paris, that combination can get expensive fast if you piece it together yourself.

The other value lever is the structure: it’s a small group (up to 10 participants). That tends to mean quicker handling at check-in and a smoother night overall, especially for a show environment with rules and crowd movement.

Rules and Dress Code: The Stuff That Can Ruin the Night If You Miss It

This is one of those experiences where small details matter. Keep these in mind before you go:

• No shorts
• No photography inside
• No video recording
• Not suitable for children under 16

The no-video rule is standard for some performances, but here it’s worth emphasizing because people often plan to film. If you want to capture memories, do it before you enter and focus your attention once the show starts.

Also plan your evening around being dressed appropriately. You don’t have to go full formal, but you should avoid anything that reads like a daytime casual outfit, especially shorts.

Getting the Most Out of Your Paris Night

This kind of ticketed evening works best when you treat it like a single event, not two separate plans stapled together. Here are a few practical ways to make it feel like a true “night out”:

• Eat your first courses at a comfortable pace. The dinner is part of the experience, and it helps you enjoy the show without feeling stuffed or rushed.
• If you want the show to feel dramatic, arrive ready to sit and watch. Crazy Horse is designed around spectacle, not constant movement.
• Bring a proper mindset. This is cabaret. You’ll get bold performances, sensual staging, and serious production work.

If you’re pairing this with a day of sightseeing, I’d treat it as your main evening anchor. It’s more satisfying when you’re not already exhausted.

Who Should Book This (and Who Might Want to Skip It)

This experience suits you if:

• You want a big, classic Paris night with minimal planning
• You like cabaret and want the Crazy Horse staging experience
• You want your dinner and drinks handled in one package
• You prefer small-group energy over a bus-and-billboard crowd

You might want to skip it if:

• You’re traveling with children under 16
• You need a flexible schedule you can easily change day-of-night
• You’re counting on wearing shorts or filming the show

Should You Book the Ginger Dinner and Crazy Horse Totally Crazy Combo?

If your goal is one glamorous evening in Paris without the usual coordination headaches, I think this combo makes strong sense. The biggest reasons are practical: dinner with wine plus entry to a top-tier cabaret, and the included champagne means you’re not hunting for extras right when the show starts. Add the small-group limit, and it feels designed for a smooth night.

My advice: book it if you’re set on Crazy Horse and you like the idea of a sit-down meal before or after depending on your chosen show time. If you dislike dress codes, hate photo rules, or want a casual go-anywhere evening, then look for a different format.

Either way, this is exactly the kind of Paris experience that feels special the moment you step inside.

FAQ

What is the total duration of the dinner and show?

The experience runs for 3 hours.

What is included with dinner and drinks?

You get dinner at the Ginger restaurant, water and coffee, wine with dinner, and at Crazy Horse you get either half a bottle of Crazy Horse champagne per person or 2 other drinks per person.

How long before the show do we eat at Ginger?

It depends on the show time you book. On Monday through Friday, dinner is either 8pm (for a 10:30pm show) or 9:45pm (for an 8pm show). On Saturday, dinner is either 7:30pm (for a 9:30pm show), 9pm (for a 7pm show), or 9:30pm (for an 11:45pm show).

Is photography or video allowed inside Crazy Horse?

No. Video recording and photography inside are not allowed.

Is this suitable for children?

No. It is not suitable for children under 16.

Are shorts allowed?

No. Shorts are not allowed.

Is the venue wheelchair accessible?

Yes, the experience is wheelchair accessible.