Located along the quai de l’Hôtel de Ville, right on the Seine River, Bel Canto Paris is a must-visit for fans of dinner shows and lyric music. Throughout the year, it offers an immersive experience that combines opera with exquisite French cuisine.
The concept is built around an innovative idea: at a set time, guests are seated for a dinner-opera experience, where live performances of classic opera arias set the tone for the evening.
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Enjoy a dinner and immerse yourself in the timeless works of Verdi, Mozart, Bizet, Rossini, or Puccini in an intimate setting right in the heart of Paris.
Every evening, the dining room transforms into a lively stage. Opera singers perform iconic excerpts from the repertoire, moving among the tables and filling the space as service progresses. The works of Verdi, Mozart, Bizet, Rossini, and Puccini punctuate each course, forging a seamless dialogue between music and French gastronomy.
A French culinary experience that seamlessly blends with the scene
On the plate, the menu draws inspiration from traditional French cuisine. Dishes are created using seasonal ingredients, thoughtfully paired to enhance the flow of the performance. The experience aims to be seamless, with each course harmonizing with the evening’s musical rhythm. Dinner unfolds much like a multi-act opera, offering a theatrical culinary journey.
LYRIC Spring Menu 2026
€98 per person, excludes drinksDinner + Show
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Chef’s duo of tasting bites
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Crispy goat cheese puff pastry, caramelized onions, cabbage salad, honey balsamic vinaigrette
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Herb-marinated salmon gravlax, tangy cream, crispy chips, and julienned Granny Smith appleOR
Cumin-infused cauliflower velouté, perfectly cooked egg, colorful pickles, and crispy onionsOR
Homemade foie gras infused with Madeira, caramelized onion chutney, toasted homemade brioche, and a fresh green salad (Additional €9)
***Grilled prawns with a velvety leek risotto in vegetable broth
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Confit duck shredded over mashed potatoes, Parmesan tuile, and a green salad
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Roasted butternut squash with honey and cumin, feta cubes, crunchy walnuts, and crispy shallots
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Chateaubriand beef fillet with Sarawak black pepper sauce and pomme mitrailles. (Additional €18)
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Assorted aged cheesesOR
Homemade vanilla crème brûlée
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The Bel Canto Opera-inspired cake, moist biscuit, coffee cream, and chocolate ganache
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Caramelized apples like a crumble, served with fromage blanc ice cream
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Cheese platter and dessert with a €15 supplement
Royal Siberian Baerii or Osciètre caviar presented in individual tins with homemade blinis
20g Baerii offered at €40 - 20g Osciètre at €60
50g Baerii at €80 - 50g Osciètre with €120 supplementChildren’s menu €49 (ages 6-12)
Deep red velvet, a grand piano, and set the scene reminiscent of classic theaters. This ambiance helps define the essence of the dining-show experience, seamlessly blending the dining area with the stage for an immersive ambiance.
Located along the Seine and just a stone's throw from the City Hall and the Marais, Bel Canto boasts a prime central location, easily reached for an evening of culture right in the heart of Paris.
The Bel Canto Paris continues the classic tradition of dinner-and-show experiences, while celebrating the rich heritage of European opera.
This unique partnership between a fine dining restaurant and opera performances makes Bel Canto a distinctive destination for an unforgettable evening in the city.
Dates and Opening Time
From January 13, 2026 to December 29, 2029
Location
Bel Canto
72 Quai de l'Hôtel de ville
75004 Paris 4
Official website
lebelcanto.com
Instagram page
@belcanto_restaurants
Booking
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