In Paris, the vibrant and cosmopolitan capital, countless venues offer dinner shows that whisk you away on a journey. Far from traditional restaurants, these establishments combine fine dining, live music, captivating performances, and festive atmospheres to transform an evening meal into a full sensory and culinary experience. Here’s a selection of spots that promise to transport you—without ever leaving Paris.
Exotic Dinner Show
Take part in Brazil’s most famous costume party with the exotic dinner show at Brasil Tropical. This Brazilian cabaret, located near Montparnasse, brings the Rio Carnival to Paris from Tuesday to Saturday nights. On the program: caipirinhas, a feast of five rotisserie meats, parades of dancers in dazzling costumes, and fiery choreography to the rhythms of salsa, samba, and lambada. After the Brazilian dinner show, the party continues on the dance floor until 1 a.m.
For a more refined exotic dinner show, head to Le Melville. Just steps from the Champs-Élysées, this restaurant takes you on a world-inspired culinary journey with globally influenced dishes. Every open evening, dinner is accompanied by a live concert. The musical programming is as eclectic as the menu, ranging from jazz to world music, bossa nova, and salsa.
Addresses:
Brasil Tropical — 36 rue du Départ, 75015 Paris
Le Melville — 28 rue Jean Mermoz, 75008 Paris
Oriental Dinner Show
Set off for the Orient at Elysées Liban! Part Lebanese restaurant, part oriental cabaret, this venue offers Arabian Nights-style evenings featuring traditional Lebanese dishes, hookahs, oriental dances, and live music. Be prepared for a late night—doors don’t open until 12:30 a.m., and the dance floor stays lively until dawn.
Another address for an oriental dinner show in Paris: Figuig. This Franco-Moroccan restaurant serves tagines, couscous, méchoui, and other Moroccan specialties in an elegant setting adorned with arabesques and hanging lanterns. Every Friday and Saturday night, oriental dancers and musicians bring the dinner to life.
Addresses:
Elysées Liban — 77 rue La Boétie, 75008 Paris
Figuig — 13 rue Brey, 75017 Paris
Fado Dinner Show
With blue-and-white azulejos on the walls, Restaurant Saudade instantly transports you to Portugal. On the first Tuesday of every month, this cozy family restaurant hosts a Portuguese dinner show featuring fado—the soulful, melancholic traditional music of Portugal. The menu highlights the best of Portuguese cuisine, from sopa alentejana and arroz de pato to bacalhau and the famous pastéis de nata.
Address:
Restaurant Saudade — 34 rue des Bourdonnais, 75001 Paris
Russian Dinner Show
For a post-Soviet atmosphere, head to La Cantine Russe in the 16th arrondissement. The menu features Russian classics such as borscht, pelmeni, and beef stroganoff, along with caviar and blinis topped with tarama or salmon. On certain evenings, the restaurant hosts live music and traditional Russian dance performances during dinner.
Address:
La Cantine Russe — 26 avenue de New York, 75016 Paris
Japanese / Teppanyaki Dinner Show
Teppanyaki restaurants bring a slice of Japan to the heart of Paris. Teppanyaki refers to a Japanese cooking style where chefs prepare and cook ingredients on a hot iron griddle, usually right in front of diners. The chef doesn’t just cook—he performs, juggling ingredients and utensils in an impressive culinary show. In Paris, several restaurants follow this dinner-show concept: Au Comptoir Nippon, Kagayaki, Inagiku, and Le Concert de Cuisine.
Addresses:
Au Comptoir Nippon — 3 avenue du Maine, 75015 Paris
Kagayaki — 79 boulevard Beaumarchais, 75003 Paris
Inagiku — 14 rue de Pontoise, 75005 Paris
Le Concert de Cuisine — 14 rue Nélaton, 75015 Paris
Bohemian Dinner Show
As its name suggests, Gypsi Motel celebrates gypsy culture and the free-spirited, “New Age Bohemian” vibe. This quirky 8th arrondissement restaurant serves globally inspired dishes reimagined with the chef’s creative touch. The journey continues with live music during dinner, followed by a DJ set. A true hybrid venue, Gypsi Motel goes beyond dinner shows—it also includes a concept store, karaoke rooms, a cocktail bar, and an art gallery.
Address:
Gypsi Motel — 5 rue de Berri, 75008 Paris
Belle Époque Cabaret Dinner Show
A completely different kind of journey awaits you at Le Paradis Latin, home to one of Paris’s finest dinner shows—one that truly takes you back in time. Stepping into this legendary venue feels like stepping out of the modern world entirely. Built in 1889 by Gustave Eiffel and listed as a historic monument, Le Paradis Latin is the oldest cabaret in Paris.
At the Paradis Latin, gastronomy meets performing arts every evening except Tuesday. The evening begins at 7:30 p.m. with a gourmet dinner served in the grand hall. The starters and main courses are crafted by Michelin-starred chef Guy Savoy (three stars and “Best Restaurant in the World” titleholder), while the desserts are created by world-renowned pastry chef Pierre Hermé (voted “Best Pastry Chef in the World” in 2016). The magic extends beyond the plate, with surprise artistic and musical interludes throughout the meal.
After dinner, the evening continues with a performance of L’Oiseau Paradis, a dazzling show created by the famous choreographer Kamel Ouali. For over an hour and a half, multi-talented artists—dancers, singers, acrobats—take the stage to immerse you in an enchanting, emotionally charged spectacle. Expect breathtaking staging, fabulous costumes, and an unforgettable atmosphere.
Learn more & book your evening:
Le Paradis Latin
28 rue du Cardinal Lemoine, 75005 Paris
