Tenerife: Scandal Dinner Show Entry Ticket and 5-Course Meal

Tenerife’s Scandal Dinner Show mixes athletic burlesque with a five-course meal in the GF Victoria Hotel’s Las Olas auditorium. Expect singing, comedy, dance, gymnastics, glittering costumes, and a few surprises around the room rather than a simple stage performance.

I like the professional service and carefully timed courses, and I like that the show feels more like a theatrical production than a basic cabaret. The main drawback is the language balance: English is offered, but much of the spoken comedy and presentation may be in Spanish.

Key points to know before booking

• Five courses with drinks: The ticket includes dinner, a welcome drink, and drinks served during the show.
• Adult burlesque, not simply a dance revue: Expect sensual costumes, comedy, singing, music, and impressive gymnastics.
• Las Olas at the GF Victoria: You check in at the desk inside the hotel’s auditorium before finding your table.
• Elegant-casual dress is required: Men need long trousers. Swimwear, beach clothes, sportswear, sandals, and flip-flops are not accepted.
• Seafood may feature heavily: The menu can include several fish or shellfish dishes, so ask about the current menu if that matters to you.
• Best for adults aged 16 and over: The show runs about 2.5 hours and is wheelchair accessible.

A theatrical dinner in Las Olas

The Scandal Dinner Show takes place at the GF Victoria Hotel in Costa Adeje, in the south of Tenerife. You are not heading to a large outdoor venue or a sprawling theater complex. The action happens in the hotel’s Las Olas hall, where dim lighting, music, and theatrical staging set the mood before the performance begins.

The room is designed for dinner as much as for entertainment. You are seated at a table, and the evening unfolds through a mix of courses and stage acts. Depending on the seating arrangement, you may share a table with other diners. That can be part of the fun, but couples seeking a private, quiet meal should know this in advance.

At arrival, look for the check-in desk. Staff direct you to your table, and the welcome drink helps move the evening from hotel dining to showtime. The atmosphere is polished rather than casual, so this is a good place to dress up a little.

The show uses the whole room in ways that keep you looking around. Acts include live singing, music, dance, comedy, and gymnastics. Costumes range from sparkling and elaborate to deliberately provocative. The mood is playful and sensual, with enough humor to keep it from feeling like a solemn stage production.

What the burlesque show is really like

The word burlesque can mean different things to different people. Here, you should expect adult themes, erotic styling, suggestive dance, and a strong visual focus, but the evening is not presented as a nude show. The athletic side is just as important as the sensual side.

Gymnastics and acrobatic movement add real physical skill to the production. Acts can feel closer to a glamorous acrobatic revue than to a traditional strip show. That makes the program a better fit for couples and groups who want something cheeky and theatrical without an intensely explicit performance.

The variety helps. One act may emphasize singing, another dance, and another comedy or physical performance. The costumes and lighting keep the pace moving, while the dinner gives you a chance to sit back and enjoy the production without having to plan a separate meal afterward.

The comedy is the part that requires the most caution. English and Spanish are both listed among the languages used by the host or greeter, but the spoken material may lean much more heavily toward Spanish. If you do not speak Spanish, you may miss some jokes, introductions, or audience interaction even while understanding the visual acts.

That language gap does not ruin the evening, since much of the entertainment is physical and musical. Still, if witty dialogue is important to you, ask at booking or check-in how much of the performance will be translated. The show is easier to follow when you treat it as a visual production first and a comedy show second.

The five-course dinner and what to expect on the plate

Dinner is served as five courses from the GF Victoria’s kitchen. The aim is a sequence of different flavors rather than one large main dish, and the courses are timed around the performance. That pacing matters. You are not left trying to eat through the loudest part of the show, and the meal does not turn the evening into a rushed restaurant sitting.

The regular menu is not fully described in advance here, and diners are not necessarily handed a detailed menu at the table. That is worth knowing if you have allergies, strong dislikes, or simply prefer to know what you are eating before it arrives.

Fish and seafood may make up a large part of the menu. Prawns and other seafood have appeared in the meal, and some diners have found the menu too seafood-heavy for their taste. If you enjoy local ingredients from the Atlantic, this may be a plus. If you do not eat fish, shellfish, or unfamiliar seafood, contact the operator before committing.

Vegetarian and vegan menus are available, but they must be requested at least one day before the show. Do not wait until you sit down. The regular menu is the safer assumption unless your alternative meal has been arranged ahead of time.

Portions are designed as part of a long evening rather than as huge plates. Some diners find the food excellent and well paced, while others consider the servings modest. The overall value comes from combining five courses, service, drinks, and a full performance, not from expecting a large standalone feast.

Drinks are included beyond the welcome glass. The exact selection is not specified, but the evening includes drinks served during the show, and wine service has been especially generous on some bookings. If you are driving, using medication, or simply prefer not to drink, you can pace yourself. The show itself is the main event, not a reason to overdo the alcohol.

Timing the courses around the performance

The experience lasts about 2.5 hours. That is long enough for a proper dinner and a full program, but short enough to fit neatly into an evening in Costa Adeje.

You should expect the meal and show to alternate rather than five courses arriving one after another in silence. The pauses between acts give the kitchen and servers room to work, while the performance gives you something to watch while you wait.

Service is one of the strongest parts of the evening. The staff are expected to keep tables supplied and move courses along without making dinner feel hurried. That timing is especially useful in a theater setting, where a poorly timed plate can pull your attention away from the stage.

The show also encourages audience participation at points. You might see diners joining in during short breaks, and the atmosphere can become lively without turning into a nightclub. If you prefer to remain a quiet observer, you can do that. If you enjoy a little group energy, there is room for it.

I would allow extra time before the start to find the hotel, check in, and settle into the right mood. The show begins at scheduled times, and late arrival could be awkward in a dark auditorium. Exact starting times vary, so check availability before arranging taxis, dinner plans, or a later activity.

Dress code, cameras, and practical arrival advice

The dress code is elegant-casual, but it is safer to interpret that as polished evening wear rather than beach-resort clothing. Men need long trousers. Swimwear, beach clothes, sportswear, sandals, and flip-flops are prohibited.

A smart shirt, blouse, dress, skirt, or tailored trousers should fit the setting. You do not need to treat this as a black-tie event, but arriving straight from the pool is not a good plan. Several diners have been surprised by how dressed up the room feels, so give yourself time to change.

Photography is not allowed inside the show. Cameras, professional cameras, flash photography, and drones are prohibited. That rule protects the performers and keeps bright screens from spoiling the dark auditorium.

You may be able to take photos with performers after the show if that option is offered, but do not count on taking pictures during the acts. Keep your phone away while the performance is running and enjoy the production without trying to record it.

The show is wheelchair accessible. Hotel pickup and drop-off are not included, so you must make your own way to the GF Victoria. The meeting point and ending point are both at the Las Olas hall.

How much value do you get for $106?

At $106 per person, this is not a cheap dinner. You are paying for a complete evening rather than a meal alone: five courses, a welcome drink, further drinks during the show, attentive service, and a professional production in a five-star hotel setting.

The value works best if you were already planning an evening of entertainment. A separate dinner and a cabaret ticket could easily approach the same total, though the comparison depends on what you normally spend in Tenerife. The convenience of having the meal and performance in one place is a real benefit.

The price is harder to justify if you mainly want a large gourmet dinner. Portions are not intended to be oversized, and the menu may lean toward seafood. In that case, you might prefer a restaurant meal followed by a cheaper show, provided you can find one that suits your taste.

I think the package is fairly priced for a special occasion. It works especially well for a birthday, anniversary, or one memorable night during a resort stay. The production, service, and drinks give the evening a sense of occasion that a standard hotel dinner cannot match.

The free-cancellation policy also reduces some booking risk. You can cancel up to 24 hours before the activity for a full refund, and reserve now while paying later when that option is available. The important decision is not the booking flexibility, though. It is deciding if you like the mix of adult humor, seafood-focused dining, and a show that may use more Spanish than English.

Who will enjoy Scandal Dinner Show most?

I would recommend this experience for adults who want a polished night out without planning several separate activities. Couples can treat it as a date-night event, while friends may enjoy the audience interaction and drinks.

It is also a good choice for someone who has already done Tenerife’s main sightseeing and wants a different kind of evening. This is not a tour of the island, and it does not offer local history or scenery. Its connection to Tenerife comes through the hotel setting, local ingredients, and a night of entertainment in Costa Adeje.

You should be comfortable with suggestive costumes and adult themes. The show is not suitable for children under 16, and it may not suit anyone looking for a quiet, conversation-free dinner.

I would hesitate to recommend it to a strict non-drinker unless you are comfortable with an event built around dinner-show service. I would also be cautious if you dislike seafood, need a detailed menu in advance, or need every joke translated into English.

Useful choices before you reserve

Before booking, decide which of these matters most to you:

• Food certainty: Ask what the current five-course menu contains, especially if seafood, shellfish, or unfamiliar ingredients are concerns.
• Dietary needs: Request vegetarian or vegan dining at least one day ahead.
• Language: Expect Spanish and English, but be prepared for more Spanish in the spoken comedy and announcements.
• Clothing: Bring long trousers for men and avoid sandals, flip-flops, sportswear, and beachwear.
• Seating: Be ready for a shared table rather than a private two-person table.
• Photography: Plan to watch the show without taking pictures inside.

These small checks can make the difference between a smooth special evening and an uncomfortable surprise.

Should you book the Scandal Dinner Show?

Book it if you want a polished adult night with athletic burlesque, live music, and dinner in one package. The service, pacing, variety of acts, and full evening format make it more substantial than a quick cabaret performance.

Think twice if you need a clearly published menu, dislike seafood, or want an English-language comedy show. At $106, the price is reasonable for a special occasion when you value the five courses, drinks, and production together, but it is not the right pick for a simple meal.

For most adults looking for something unusual in Costa Adeje, I would put this on the shortlist. Request your dietary menu early, dress properly, arrive with time to check in, and treat it as a theatrical dinner first and a restaurant meal second.

FAQ

How long does the Scandal Dinner Show last?

The experience lasts approximately 2.5 hours. Starting times vary, so check availability when choosing your date.

What is included in the ticket?

The ticket includes entry to the dinner show, a five-course menu, and a welcome drink. Additional drinks are also served during the show.

Is the show suitable for children?

No. The activity is not suitable for children under 16.

Are vegetarian and vegan meals available?

Yes. Vegetarian and vegan menus can be requested, but you must make the request at least one day before the activity.

What should I wear?

The required dress code is elegant-casual. Men must wear long trousers, and swimwear, beach clothes, sportswear, sandals, and flip-flops are not allowed.

Can I take photographs during the show?

No. Photography inside the show is not allowed, including flash photography and professional camera use.