Why go to a restaurant in Paris on December 24th?
- Manon Clabaut
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Paris, the City of Lights, dons its finest attire when the Christmas spirit fills its streets. On December 24th, as the capital sparkles with festive lights, why not enjoy a unique experience by choosing a dinner cruise in Paris instead of a traditional restaurant? Discover why Le Diamant Bleu is the perfect place to celebrate your Christmas Eve 2025 in Paris.
Celebrating Christmas in Paris already offers a magical atmosphere, but doing so on a Seine River cruise elevates the experience to an unparalleled level. Le Diamant Bleu is offering a special dinner cruise on Wednesday, December 24th, with two seatings (17:30 pm and 21:15 pm), allowing everyone to enjoy this festive evening according to their preferences.
The cruise offers breathtaking views of Paris's iconic monuments illuminated for the holidays. Imagine enjoying your Christmas meal with the sparkling Eiffel Tower as your backdrop – a culinary experience that classic Parisian restaurants, even the most renowned like Le Train Bleu or Bouillon Chartier, cannot match.
The chef at Diamant Bleu has created a Christmas menu that promises to awaken your taste buds. For Christmas Eve , you will begin with an aperitif accompanied by three cocktail bites (except for the first seating on December 24th), true amuse-bouches that prepare your senses for the festivities.
For a starter, indulge in a whole, peppered foie gras from the Southwest, comparable to the finest Michelin-starred restaurants in Paris, accompanied by fig chutney, a mesclun salad with walnut kernels, and a walnut oil vinaigrette, not forgetting the homemade sesame challah. The main course features a capon stuffed with Armagnac, served with sweet potato purée – a specialty that perfectly embodies the spirit of Christmas and French culinary tradition, rivaling the menus offered in the great gastronomic restaurants of the 19th century.
To conclude this gourmet journey, a delicious Yule log will satisfy lovers of festive desserts, an essential classic to celebrate this holiday with family or friends.
The food and wine pairing is designed to enhance your experience. Depending on the service chosen, you can enjoy the Captain's Cocktail as an aperitif, half a bottle of wine per person, mineral water, and for some services, a glass of champagne to celebrate this special evening.
Le Diamant Bleu also offers an à la carte drinks menu to personalize your experience according to your preferences, with a selection of red, white, and rosé wines that will perfectly complement each course on your festive menu . Among the options, you'll find wines such as the Beaujolais Saint-Amour from André Vonnier or the Côte du Rhône AOP from E. Guigal Réserve de Lutèce—choices that will delight connoisseurs.
What truly distinguishes Le Diamant Bleu from other Parisian establishments open on December 24th is its ambiance. During the cruise, a live singer entertains the evening, creating a warm and elegant atmosphere that perfectly embodies the spirit of Christmas, reminiscent of the ambiance of grand Parisian cabarets like the Paradis Latin.
For those wishing to extend the festivities, a DJ takes over after the return to the dock, transforming this dinner evening into a true celebration that lasts until the early hours. This combination of a gourmet meal and musical entertainment makes the Diamant Bleu an exceptional venue for celebrating Christmas with family or friends, a refined alternative to the traditional concerts and shows of the season.
Le Diamant Bleu offers several options to make your evening even more memorable:
These small extras allow you to personalize your experience according to your desires, just like a panoramic restaurant on the first floor of the Eiffel Tower or a grand Parisian hotel.
Prices vary depending on the service chosen, with rates starting at €115 for lunch on December 25th, €145 for the first seating of dinner on December 24th, and €185 for the second seating on December 24th and dinner on December 25th. While positioned in the premium segment, these prices offer excellent value for money considering the comprehensive package: cruise, gourmet meal, and musical entertainment.
It is advisable to book in advance on the boat company's website to guarantee your place, as this particular event attracts many Parisians and tourists each year who wish to experience an unforgettable Christmas on the Seine . As the number of places is limited, checking availability several weeks before the date is recommended.
While many Parisian restaurants such as Madame Brasserie at the foot of the Eiffel Tower , establishments on rue Saint-Honoré or the Café de la Paix offer special menus for Christmas, none can offer this unique combination of a moving setting on the Seine with the city of lights as a backdrop.
Unlike a traditional restaurant in the Saint-Germain district with its Art Deco style or the Moulin Rouge with its dinner show, Le Diamant Bleu takes you on a journey through the capital, offering spectacular views of its iconic monuments illuminated for the holidays. It's a culinary experience in Paris , far removed from the seafood restaurants or classic brasseries that make up the Parisian gastronomic landscape.
Beyond Christmas Eve, the Diamant Bleu also offers a lunch cruise on December 25th , Christmas Day, allowing you to extend the magic of the holidays. This option is perfect for families with children who prefer to celebrate Christmas Eve at home but want to enjoy a special outing the following day, away from the hustle and bustle of Christmas markets or outdoor ice rinks.
