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

Expect dinner with a theatrical twist. At the Scandal Dinner Show in the GF Victoria Hotel, you eat a five-course meal while singers, dancers, comedians, and gymnasts perform around the Las Olas auditorium. I like the polished service and the constant mix of music, comedy, and athletic burlesque. I also like that the evening feels like a complete night out, rather than a short stage act followed by a rushed meal.

The main drawback is the food choice. Several dishes may be fish or seafood based, and you are not given a standard menu in advance, so anyone with strong dislikes or dietary needs should plan ahead. Spanish is also used more often than some English-speaking visitors expect, especially for jokes and spoken sections.

Key points to know before booking

• Five courses with drinks included: Your ticket includes the dinner show, a five-course menu, a welcome drink, and drinks served during the evening.
• A burlesque show with real athletic skill: Expect singing, dance, comedy, sensual costumes, gymnastics, and acrobatics rather than a simple cabaret revue.
• The setting is the Las Olas hall: The show takes place inside the GF Victoria Hotel, with dim lighting and a polished evening atmosphere.
• Dress smartly: Men need long trousers. Swimwear, beach clothes, sportswear, sandals, and flip-flops are not accepted.
• Plan dietary requests early: Vegetarian and vegan meals must be requested at least one day before the show.
• Allow 2.5 hours: There is no hotel pickup or drop-off, and you check in at the desk inside the venue before finding your table.

Entering the GF Victoria’s Las Olas auditorium

The show is held in the Las Olas hall of the GF Victoria 5*GL hotel. This matters because the evening feels more like a formal hotel production than a casual bar performance. Dim lighting, a smart interior, and the welcome drink help set the mood before the first act begins.

When you arrive, look for the check-in desk. Staff direct you to your table, and the table may be shared with other people. If you are expecting a private table for two, this is worth knowing before you pay. A shared arrangement can add a social feel, but it may not suit you if you want a quiet anniversary dinner.

The dress code is elegant-casual, though I would lean toward the smarter end of that description. Men must wear long pants, and entry is refused to anyone in swimwear, beach clothing, sportswear, sandals, or flip-flops. A neat dress, smart trousers, a collared shirt, or a jacket will fit the room better than resort poolwear.

The venue is wheelchair accessible. Hotel transportation is not included, so you need to arrange your own way to the GF Victoria and return after the performance.

How the 2.5-hour evening unfolds

The exact starting time changes by date, so check availability before booking. Once inside, you settle in with your welcome drink and prepare for a staged meal rather than a normal restaurant service.

The five courses are served during the performance, with the food and acts paced together. This is one of the evening’s strongest features. You are not simply watching a show after dinner. The meal forms part of the rhythm, with courses arriving between acts and the room shifting between eating, listening, watching, and applause.

The production uses several forms of entertainment. You can expect live singing, music, dance, comedy, and burlesque. The costumes range from glittering and playful to lavish and theatrical. The tone is adult, but the performance is not described as nude. Instead, the sensual style is mixed with athletic movement, gymnastics, and comedy.

Some acts take place across the room and may draw your attention away from the main stage. That gives the show a lively, all-around feel. It also means you should not expect a traditional seated theater performance where everything happens directly in front of you.

Short breaks can become part of the fun, with music and dancing in the room. The production is designed to keep the energy moving, rather than leaving long gaps between dinner courses and stage acts.

The burlesque style: sensual, funny, and athletic

The adult theme is central to Scandal, but the show is broader than a strip performance. Its appeal comes from the combination of burlesque costumes, dance, humor, singing, and physical feats.

The athletic element is especially important. Gymnastics and acrobatic movement give the performance a feel similar to a cheeky circus production, while the burlesque styling keeps it firmly aimed at adults. If you want something daring but still polished and theatrical, this balance is likely to work well.

The comedy depends more heavily on language. English and Spanish are both used, but the spoken sections may contain more Spanish than some English-speaking visitors expect. Important points may be translated, yet jokes and introductions can pass quickly if you do not understand Spanish.

That does not ruin the visual acts, which are easier to follow across language lines. Still, if you want to understand every comic exchange, song introduction, and audience prompt, this may not be the ideal choice.

The show can also involve the audience. You might see people dancing during short breaks or responding to performers. The participation appears playful rather than forced, but anyone who dislikes audience involvement should keep that in mind.

What the five-course dinner adds

The meal gives the evening value beyond a standard theater ticket. You receive five courses prepared in the GF Victoria kitchen, with regular and vegetarian options available. The menu is designed to move through different flavors while the performance continues.

The food receives plenty of praise for taste, timing, and presentation. Portions may feel modest, especially if you arrive very hungry, but five courses create a full meal rather than a token snack beside the stage.

There is one important catch: the exact dishes are not clearly provided ahead of time. Some dining arrangements may feature several fish and seafood courses, including prawns. If you do not eat seafood, you should ask about the menu before booking instead of assuming that the regular option will suit you.

Vegetarian and vegan menus need to be requested at least one day before the activity. Do not wait until you sit down. The earlier request gives the kitchen time to prepare the correct meal and avoids uncertainty during the show.

The meal also includes drinks. The official inclusions list a welcome drink and other drinks throughout the show, while many diners describe wine being poured freely during the evening. That can make the $106 price more reasonable, especially if you would otherwise pay separately for dinner, wine, and a full stage production.

Still, value depends on your appetite and drinking habits. If you do not drink alcohol or prefer a large restaurant meal, the price may feel high. If you want a complete evening of dinner, service, costumes, and live entertainment, the package makes more sense.

Service, timing, and the overall atmosphere

The waiting staff are a major part of the experience. Service is frequently described as attentive, well timed, and professional. That is not a small detail here. Dinner theater can easily become messy if plates arrive during a key act or if service is slow between courses.

The staff appear to coordinate the meal with the stage action so you can eat without missing the main parts of the performance. The evening is also well organized from arrival through the final act, which helps the production feel polished.

The atmosphere begins before the show itself. The hotel setting, welcome drink, smart dress code, and darkened auditorium create a sense of occasion. You may want to arrive with enough time to check in calmly rather than rushing through the entrance at the last minute.

A nearby option for a pre-show drink is the GF Victoria sky bar, which offers views toward Playa de las Americas. This drink is not included in the Scandal ticket, but it can fit nicely into a special-occasion plan if you want to make a full evening of it.

Language and audience participation

The activity is offered in Spanish and English, and the host or greeter can communicate in both languages. The stage presentation is less evenly divided. Spoken comedy and announcements may lean toward Spanish, with only some points translated into English.

For English-only visitors, the music, dance, costumes, gymnastics, and physical comedy remain easy to follow. The weaker point is the verbal humor. If you are attending for the jokes and storytelling as much as the visual performance, the language balance could affect your enjoyment.

The show is for adults and is not suitable for children under 16. Its sensual subject matter, suggestive styling, and late-evening dinner format make it a better match for couples, birthday celebrations, and groups of friends.

It can work especially well for a milestone birthday or a night when you want something unusual. The combination of dinner and performance means you do not need to organize a second activity afterward. The evening ends back at the Las Olas meeting point.

Photography rules and practical restrictions

Cameras, drones, professional cameras, flash photography, and photography inside the show are not allowed. This rule protects the performers and helps keep the room dark and focused on the stage.

Do not count on recording the acts for social media. You may be able to take photographs with the cast after the show if that is offered on the night, but photography during the performance is prohibited.

The clothing rules are also enforced. Sandals and flip-flops are specifically excluded, and sportswear is not suitable. Swimwear and beach clothes are prohibited, even though Tenerife is a resort destination where you may spend much of the day dressed casually.

These restrictions are easy to manage if you treat the show like an evening performance rather than a poolside attraction. Pack one smart outfit and leave the beachwear at the hotel.

Is $106 a fair price?

At $106 per person, Scandal is not a budget dinner. The price becomes easier to justify when you count the five-course meal, welcome drink, drinks during the performance, hotel setting, and 2.5-hour production.

The value is strongest for someone who would otherwise pay for a special dinner and an evening show separately. The service, production quality, and athletic acts give the ticket more substance than a basic cabaret admission.

The value is less clear if you have strict dietary requirements, dislike seafood, avoid alcohol, or want a large meal. The lack of a clearly published regular menu is the biggest issue for cautious diners. Ask exactly what will be served and request vegetarian or vegan food at least a day in advance.

A free cancellation option up to 24 hours before the activity adds some flexibility. You can also reserve and pay later, which is useful when you are arranging several Tenerife activities and do not want to pay for everything at once.

Who will enjoy Scandal most?

I would recommend this experience to:

• Couples looking for an adult evening with dinner and live entertainment
• Birthday celebrants and anyone marking a special occasion
• Friends who enjoy burlesque, comedy, music, and audience participation
• Visitors who like theatrical productions with gymnastics and acrobatics
• Diners who appreciate a smart setting and attentive table service
• People happy to share a table with other attendees

I would think twice if you:

• Need to know every ingredient before booking
• Dislike fish or seafood and do not want to arrange a special menu
• Want all jokes and announcements in English
• Prefer a quiet, private meal
• Expect a casual resort dress code
• Are booking for anyone under 16

The show is also a good choice when you want a self-contained night. With food, drinks, and entertainment in one venue, you avoid the work of planning dinner before or after a performance.

FAQ

Where does the Scandal Dinner Show take place?

It takes place in the Las Olas hall at the GF Victoria Hotel in Tenerife.

How long does the experience last?

The dinner show lasts about 2.5 hours. Starting times vary, so check availability for your chosen date.

What does the ticket include?

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

Is hotel pickup included?

No. Hotel pickup and drop-off are not included. You need to make your own way to the GF Victoria Hotel.

Is the show suitable for children?

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

What should I wear?

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

Can I take photographs during the performance?

No. Photography inside the show is prohibited, including flash photography. Cameras, drones, and professional cameras are also not allowed.

Are vegetarian and vegan meals available?

Yes, but vegetarian and vegan menus must be requested at least one day before the activity.

Can I expect the show to be fully bilingual?

Spanish and English are offered, but spoken sections may contain more Spanish than English. Some points are translated, while certain jokes and announcements may not be.

Should you book the Scandal Dinner Show?

Book it if you want a polished adult night that combines dinner, drinks, burlesque, comedy, singing, and impressive physical performance. The strongest reasons to go are the variety of acts, attentive service, well-paced meal, and the fact that the whole evening is organized in one stylish venue.

Before paying, settle two questions: can you manage a menu that may lean heavily toward seafood, and are you comfortable with Spanish being used more often than English? Request any vegetarian or vegan menu at least a day ahead, dress smartly, and arrive ready for a shared-table setting.

For a special birthday, couples’ night, or simply a break from Tenerife’s usual beach-and-bar routine, the $106 price can be worthwhile. If you want a private dinner, full control over every course, or a fully English-language comedy show, choose another evening activity.