The schedule was very delayed, instead of leaving at 8:15pm, departure was at 8:45pm. There was no explanation as to why or how. There were people who were let in first in advance which might have been the reason for this delay but there was no transparence in that regard. Once inside, they seat you at your designated table, hand you a menu, and give you some time to decide on what to have. Afterwards, the boat leaves and they take your order for all courses and drinks. The top deck is open to access for everyone at any moment. Serving time in between plates was decent, gives you enough time to digest and enjoy the taste of your food. Non-alcoholic and a good variety of alcoholic beverages available. The food was delicious, not the most exceptional for the price of the experience, mind you, but some of it was still good. The trio starter was the best. I ordered the bass which was slightly overcooked. The baba with rhum and hibiscus syrup was very nice and the flavors were harmonious. The dim lights help with the atmosphere. On the way back, the boat stopped for some moments by the Eiffel Tower so people could take pictures together. During the cruise, there was a photography company that would take pictures of you and anyone else at the table. Depending on how many photos they take and how many you are in one seating, one photo can cost 20 euros. All in all, it was an alright experience. I got my reservation for a discounted price from a booking website, but I would not pay 80+ euros for another experience. It's just something I would enjoy doing once for the sake of experiencing it. I recommend looking into your different options and prices, and compare each of them to see what fits you best. Also, don't be daunted by the premise of a 'fancy', expensive dinner cruise along the Seine. The Capitaine Fracasse is semi-formal at best and there is no strict dresscode. People can come wearing shorts, Birkenstocks, jeans, etc. No need to be too smart for the occasion.