Cabaret in Paris can feel loud and rushed. This one is intimate, with dinner first and Artishow’s drag elegance right after.

You get a warm welcome, your own table for a 3-course French meal, and a show built around choreography, costumes, and the kind of stage energy that keeps you watching even when the set feels small.

Two things I really like: the way the evening is paced (food, then performance), and the close-to-the-action feel thanks to the small group limit of 4. One consideration: photography and filming aren’t allowed during the show, and the dress code is casual elegant, so don’t roll up in sportswear.

Key Highlights You’ll Notice Right Away

• Small group (up to 4) makes the night feel personal, not like a cattle call
• Pick your dinner tier: Soirée 5, Soirée VIP, or Soirée Prestige
• 3-course authentic French meal served before the show, with wine included
• Artishow Cabaret performance runs about 2 hours with big choreography energy
• Meeting the artists at the end adds a friendly finish to the night

Choosing Soirée 5, VIP, or Prestige: What Changes in Your Evening

The experience starts with a warm welcome, then you’re guided to your table for the pre-show meal. Before you eat, you choose from three dinner options: Soirée 5, Soirée VIP, or Soirée Prestige. The exact differences between these tiers aren’t fully laid out in the details you’re given, but the structure is clear: each option includes dinner and the show, and the meal is served as 3 courses.

• If you like a classic “treat yourself” package, Soirée 5 is the most clearly defined menu-wise in the information provided.
• If you want something that sounds more premium without needing to overthink it, Soirée VIP or Soirée Prestige may fit the mood.
• If you’re traveling with someone who really cares about comfort and flow, choosing a tier can reduce the mental load of worrying whether you’re under-ordering on a cabaret-night budget.

One more practical point: you’re in a small group limited to 4 participants. That’s a big deal here. It supports the feeling that the room is paying attention to you, not just the choreography.

The 3-Course French Dinner: Better Than the Usual “Menu Comes Last” Setup

I’m a fan of dinner-before-show when it’s done right. This one is built around a 3-course French meal served before the performance begins, which usually means two wins: you eat while everything is warm and fresh, and you’re not sitting through the show with your stomach playing catch-up.

The information for the Soirée 5 menu gives you a clear sense of the style:

• Starters include options like foie gras de canard et millefeuille artichaut saumon
• Main courses include confit de cabardor (and there’s also a fish option)
• Vegetarian is available as a Végétarien Meal
• Dessert is Saint Honoré revisité

Wine is included. For the Soirée 5 option, the details mention 1/2 bottle of red or white wine and 1/2 bottle of Champagne. Even if you’re not a heavy drinker, it’s the kind of inclusion that makes the whole evening feel like a real package rather than a show ticket with dinner tacked on.

You’ll also appreciate that the menu isn’t presented as a generic filler. The emphasis here is French comfort with cabaret-night theatrics in the background—so the food feels like part of the plan, not a side task.

The Show Itself: Paintings, Choreography, and Drag Elegance for Two Hours

After dinner, you shift from dining to watching—about 2 memorable hours of performance. Artishow Cabaret is described as having a “warmest” reputation in Paris, and the energy is clearly built into the concept.

What you’ll see:

• Dance and choreography delivered by the troupe’s artists
• Costumes that are called breathtaking in the description, with visual emphasis on glam and elegance
• A stage concept that uses paintings and transformations to blur boundaries of space and time

The troupe is made up of 13 artists, combining charm, elegance, and glamor. One name that stands out in the provided details is Raspberry, listed as the mistress of house. That kind of recurring “host” role is often what turns a cabaret into a story, not just a list of numbers.

And choreography matters here. The stage isn’t described as huge, but the performance is presented as precise and energetic, with scenes flowing smoothly. The goal is to keep you locked in—even when you can see the effort behind costume work and dance timing.

One more reality check: there’s no filming or photography during the show. That’s not just a rule for them; it also changes how the audience watches. You’ll be watching for real, not for screen captures.

Timing a 4-Hour Night Without Feeling Rushed

This is a 4-hour experience total. The flow is straightforward: warm welcome, pre-show meal (3 courses), then the show (around 2 hours). Because the show is fixed-length and the dinner is built in, you don’t have to worry about wandering in Paris and guessing when to head back.

A practical way to plan your evening:

• Arrive with enough buffer to get seated comfortably before the meal starts.
• Keep your phone away once the show begins; the no-photo/no-filming rule is specific.
• Plan to stick around for the wrap-up, because the program includes meeting with the artists at the end.

In a small group setting, timing feels even more noticeable. You’ll feel the pacing rather than it being hidden behind a big crowd.

Value for $222: What You’re Really Paying For

At $222 per person, you’re paying for more than a ticket to a cabaret. The price bundles a full evening experience: pre-show dinner (3 courses), wine, the Artishow show, and time for interaction at the end.

So where’s the value?

• You’re getting a full meal that’s positioned as real French dining, not just a snack while you wait.
• You’re getting two distinct parts of a night—food and performance—without needing to coordinate separate reservations.
• You’re getting the small-group feel (up to 4), which can be a major quality upgrade versus the typical packed dinner-show room.

Now, here’s the honest trade-off: if you just want a short show and don’t care about dinner or wine, you may feel the price more than you would with a standard ticket. But if you want a complete Paris evening with a real sit-down meal, it’s a solid use of time.

Dress Code and On-Site Practicalities (So You Don’t Lose Time)

This is where cabaret nights can trip people up, so I’ll say it plainly. There’s a casual elegant dress code. Shorts, Bermuda shorts, and sportswear are not allowed. That means you should treat this like a nice dinner out, not like a casual night in the city.

Also:

• Photography and filming are not permitted during the show. Don’t plan on capturing the costumes in the moment.
• Cloakroom isn’t included, so if you’re arriving with a jacket or bag, you might want to plan to keep things with you.

And yes, it’s wheelchair accessible based on the information provided.

Who This Dinner and Drag Show Is Best For

This experience is a great fit if you want:

• A Paris dinner-and-show evening that feels friendly and personal
• A cabaret evening where the performers interact, including meeting the artists at the end
• A mix of dance, costumes, and theatrical storytelling that leans into warmth and humor

It’s also a good choice for people who like France in a “real-life” way. You’re not only seeing a stage. You’re having a French meal and then watching how the night shifts into performance.

If you’re on a tight itinerary, the 4-hour duration is workable and doesn’t eat your whole day. Just remember the rules around dress code and phones.

Should You Book Prestige Diner and Drag Show?

Yes—if you want a complete night with dinner and a high-energy Artishow Cabaret performance, this is one of the cleaner “dinner-show” formats in Paris. The small group size (up to 4), the 3-course meal before the show, and the included wine make it feel like a proper event, not a rushed add-on.

You might skip it if you:

• Have a strict budget and only care about the performance
• Want to take photos or film during the show
• Don’t plan to dress casual elegant

If that sounds like you, book with confidence and treat it as a planned evening in Paris—sit down, enjoy the meal, then let the choreography take over for about two hours.

FAQ

FAQ

How long is the Prestige Diner and Drag Show?

The experience lasts about 4 hours.

Where is the meeting point?

The meeting point is listed as underground.

Is the group size small?

Yes. It’s limited to 4 participants.

What dinner options are available?

You can choose from Soirée 5*, Soirée VIP, or Soirée Prestige.

What is included in the price?

The package includes the dinner, the show, and wine.

Is there a cloakroom?

No, cloakroom service is not included.

What kind of food is served?

You get a 3-course French meal. Vegetarian options are available.

Is the venue wheelchair accessible?

Yes, the activity is listed as wheelchair accessible.

Is there a dress code?

Yes. It’s casual elegant, and shorts, Bermuda shorts, and sportswear are not allowed.

Can I take photos or film during the show?

No. Photography and filming are not permitted during the show. Photos may not be taken in the theater.