Dinner and/or Tango Show at Aljibe Tango (Optional Transfers)

From: 65 USD
Overview:
- ● Intimate atmosphere with decor that recreates the 19th century, the era when tango became popular in the neighborhoods of Buenos Aires.
- ● Enjoy a dinner of traditional Argentine dishes before the show.
- ● Optional round-trip transfers for added convenience.
4.6
(132 Reviews)
Last Updated: September 18, 2025
Description
Aljibe Tango offers an authentic tango show in a traditional venue right in downtown Buenos Aires. The intimate setting and period décor recreate the atmosphere of the 19th century. The tango house is located in the heart of San Telmo, inside a fully restored conventillo (tenement house).
The venue features about 24 tables spread over three levels, providing a close view of the stage from every seat.
You can choose to enjoy a dinner with a menu of traditional Argentine dishes, including a starter, main course, dessert, and wine. Hotel pickup is included with the service.
The show blends tango and Argentine folklore with an exciting boleadoras performance, featuring multiple dance couples, live musicians with a bandoneon, singers, and gaucho-style acts with drums and swinging boleadoras.
Feedback from Travelers
Show Quality: Guests consistently praised the professional excellence of the performances. The dancers were highlighted for their elegance, athletic talent, grace, and impressive skills. The choreography was described as flawless, and the rhythmic intensity of the music was captivating. The age diversity of the performers was also appreciated, adding authenticity to the overall experience.
Musicians and Singers: The musicians received exceptional praise, especially the accordionist, who was mentioned multiple times for his outstanding talent. Visitors appreciated the high-quality music that accompanied the performances and the skill of the singers.
Gauchos and Folklore: The inclusion of gaucho performances was a pleasant surprise for many visitors. Guests specifically praised the demonstrations with boleadoras, drums, and traditional Argentine folk dances.
Atmosphere and Venue: Guests appreciated the intimate setting that allows you to be close to the stage. Although the space is small, this was seen as something that adds character to the overall ambiance.
Early Show Time: Many guests expressed great appreciation for the early show option (6:30/7:00 PM), especially families with children, older adults, and those not used to Argentina’s typically late dinners. This allowed them to enjoy the show and return to their hotel before 10 PM.
Family-Friendly Experience: Several families with children (ages 4–12) reported very positive experiences, mentioning that the show was suitable for all ages and that even picky eaters found something they liked on the menu.
This information was obtained from real online comments about the experience.
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Why choose this tour?
Book directly with Aljibe Tango through Civitatis! You’ll have direct contact with the tango venue and can choose whether or not to include round-trip transfers.
Itinerary
The evening begins with pickup from centrally located hotels and from Palermo starting at 6:00 PM, heading to the traditional tango venue in the heart of San Telmo, on Balcarce Street. If you choose the “show only” option, pickup starts at 7:00 PM.
The transfer includes a tour guide who shares historical insights about Buenos Aires and tango along the way.
For guests who select optional activities before the show, pickup is scheduled earlier. These are the available add-ons (you can inquire about them after booking the experience on Civitatis):
- The wine tasting lasts one hour and includes three varieties such as Malbec, Torrontés, Chardonnay, and Cabernet, paired with cheeses, flavored breads, cured ham, and bruschettas.
- The tango class also lasts one hour, where instructors teach basic steps, techniques, turns, and dances—it includes a complimentary drink.
Guests are warmly welcomed by the staff at the fully restored conventillo, where they are shown to their assigned seats. Seating is arranged at shared tables based on group size, though VIP tables next to the stage are available—ask about this option when booking your experience.
At 7:00 PM, before the performance begins, a traditional three-course dinner is served featuring the most iconic dishes of Argentine cuisine, accompanied by wine and non-alcoholic beverages.
The menu includes appetizers like traditional empanadas, soups or salads; main courses such as ribeye steak, veal, chicken, or pasta; and desserts like flan or ice cream. A bottle of wine is included for every two people, along with water and soft drinks (see full menu in the FAQs).
After dinner, at 8:00 PM, the tango and folklore show begins, featuring musicians, dancers, and singers.
The performance includes multiple tango couples of various ages and styles, live music played on bandoneon, accordion, piano, and other instruments, solo singers, and exciting gaucho performances using boleadoras as rhythmic instruments and drums.
The show lasts approximately 90 minutes. Photos are allowed during the performance.
Once the show ends, transportation is provided back to your hotel, with return times around 9:30 or 10:00 PM.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is it a viable excursion for the elderly or people with reduced mobility?
Of course! Aljibe Tango has no stairs, and the included transfer service takes care of any mobility needs within the city.
Is this tour recommended for children?
Yes! Many guests have attended with children as young as 4 years old and were able to fully enjoy the experience, including the meal. Children also receive a 50% discount off the regular adult price.
What’s included in the standard menu at Aljibe Tango?
The menu, in addition to a bottle of wine for every two people, water, and non-alcoholic beverages, includes:
Starters
- Argentine Choripán (pork sausage sandwich): Served in bread with chimichurri and criolla sauce.
- Empanada filled with ribeye steak: Served with yasgua sauce.
- Vitel Toné: Slow-cooked veal with sprouts, homemade mayonnaise sauce, and capers.
- Seasonal salad: Quinoa, sprouts, beets, zucchini, crispy chickpeas, and red fruit dressing.
- Caprese salad: Roasted tomatoes, buffalo bocconcini, basil, and pesto.
- Butternut squash soup: Roasted squash with Parmesan cheese and chives.
Main Courses
- Grilled ribeye steak (350g): Served with herb-roasted potatoes and chimichurri.
- Ribeye milanesa (breaded): Served with mashed potatoes, Dijon mustard, and roasted lemon.
- Smoked pork shoulder: Cooked in Patagonian beer, served with mashed sweet potatoes and criolla sauce.
- Napolitana-style chicken escalope: With pesto sauce and mashed potatoes.
- Grilled catch of the day: With capers, green and black olives, olive oil, tomato, basil, lemon, and boiled potatoes.
- Spinach and ricotta ravioloni: With fresh tomato, pomodoro sauce, cream, and basil.
- Vegan pasta: With cherry tomatoes, pomodoro, fresh basil, and vegan “ramewsan” cheese.
- Fusilli al fierrito: With creamy mushroom sauce.
- Special cuts: Ribeye, tomahawk, or skirt steak (not included in the regular menu and available for an extra charge of USD 50 per cut).
Desserts
- Classic flan: Served with dulce de leche and cream.
- Crepe: Filled with dulce de leche.
- Chocolate tart: Vegan option.
- Pear poached in Torrontés wine: With cheese cream and walnuts.
- Ice cream sundae: With Patagonian berries, meringue, and caramelized nuts.
What does the VIP menu at Aljibe Tango include?
The menu, in addition to a bottle of wine for every two people, includes water and non-alcoholic beverages:
Appetizer
- Beef tenderloin carpaccio: Marinated in herbs, parmesan, pickles, capers, sprouts & mustard dressing.
- Salmon trout carpaccio: Capers, herb vinaigrette, lemon & orange.
- Argentinian pork choripán: Served in bread with lettuce, tomato & chimichurri.
- Beef empanada: Served with yasgua sauce.
- Vitel Toné: Slow-cooked veal, homemade mayonnaise sauce & capers.
- Seasonal salad: Quinoa, mixed greens, squash, cherry tomatoes, broccoli, corn, beets, olive oil, lime and lemon dressing.
- Caprese prosciutto salad: Roasted tomatoes, cured ham, buffalo bocconcini, basil and pesto.
- Pumpkin soup: Corn, pumpkin seeds, parmesan cheese and chives.
Main Course
- Grilled sirloin steak 450g: Served with herb potatoes, chimichurri and criolla sauce.
- Mini grilled sirloin steak 250g: Served with herb potatoes, chimichurri and criolla sauce.
- Breaded sirloin steak: Served with mashed potatoes, Dijon mustard & roasted lemon.
- Beef cheek: Creamy mashed potatoes with smoked paprika, crispy sweet potatoes, sprouts & gremolata.
- Smoked pork shoulder in Patagonian beer: Served with mashed sweet potatoes & criolla sauce.
- Napolitana-style chicken escalope: With pesto and herb potatoes.
- Catch of the day with lemon: Crispy capers, mashed potatoes & spinach.
- Spinach and ricotta ravioli: Fresh tomatoes, pomodoro sauce and basil.
- Soufflé-style semolina gnocchi, gratinated.
- Vegan pasta: Cherry tomatoes, pomodoro sauce & fresh basil.
- Fusilli al fierrito with mushroom cream sauce.
Dessert
- Sambayón semifreddo: Caramelized nuts and melted chocolate.
- Dark chocolate marquise: Chocolate mousse and red berry sauce.
- Crepe: Filled with dulce de leche.
- Seasonal crumble: With walnuts & ice cream.
- Flan: With dulce de leche & cream.
- Pear in Torrontés wine: With cheese cream and walnuts.
- Ice cream sundae: With Patagonian fruits, meringue & caramelized nuts.
Are drinks included at Aljibe Tango?
Yes! Any reservation at Aljibe Tango includes a bottle of wine for every two people, water, and non-alcoholic beverages.
Does Aljibe Tango accommodate special requests from each guest?
Yes! We recommend informing the tango house in advance after making your reservation through Civitatis.
Does Aljibe Tango accommodate special requests from each guest?
Yes! We recommend informing the tango house in advance after making your reservation through Civitatis.
What is Aljibe Tango’s cancellation policy?
By booking through the official product on Civitatis, you can cancel and receive a 100% refund up to 6 hours before the activity.
What types of services does Aljibe Tango offer?
Aljibe Tango offers the following service categories:
- Show Only: Includes entry to the show only.
- Dinner Show: Includes a three-course dinner along with the show.
- VIP Upgrade: Enjoy better seating, a guaranteed private table, and if you choose the dinner option, access to a more complete menu with gourmet dishes.
- Tango Lesson: Before the dinner show, you can take a beginner-friendly tango class.
- Wine Tasting: Before the dinner show, you can join a wine tasting that includes cheeses and cured ham.
All options can include round-trip transfers from your hotel. If you book through Civitatis, don’t hesitate to ask about any additional services to include them in your reservation.
Is Aljibe Tango usually available on December 24, 25, 31 and January 1?
Yes! Aljibe Tango is always open on those dates. However, on December 24 and 31, they offer a special dinner show to celebrate the occasion, with a different price.
What are the opening hours of Aljibe Tango?
Aljibe Tango is open Monday to Friday from 12:00 PM to 3:00 PM for lunch. Every day from 6:00 PM onward, tango lessons and wine tastings begin and continue until around 11:00 PM, when guests are transported back to their hotels.
How long does the show at Aljibe Tango last?
The show at Aljibe Tango lasts approximately 90 minutes.
What is the dress code for visiting Aljibe Tango?
The tango house doesn’t have a specific dress code, but it’s recommended to wear regular attire suitable for dining at a restaurant that caters to tourists.
How does seating work at Aljibe Tango? Can I choose my seat?
No, Aljibe Tango assigns seating based on the day’s attendance. If you’d like to have seats closer to the stage, we recommend asking about VIP packages after booking the experience through Civitatis.
How can I get a table as close to the stage as possible at Aljibe Tango?
At Aljibe Tango, you can get seats closer to the stage by booking VIP services. We recommend contacting the tango house directly after reserving the experience on Civitatis.
Can I get there on my own or do I have to use the transportation included with Aljibe Tango?
It’s up to you. If you prefer, you can make your own way to the tango house and then return using the transportation included with your purchase. We recommend letting Aljibe Tango know in advance so they’re aware.
Should I bring cash for tips at Aljibe Tango?
Yes, tips are not included and should be paid in cash.
What language is the show and service at Aljibe Tango in?
The show is performed in Spanish, but there are only a few spoken parts. The staff at the venue provides service not only in Spanish but also in English.
How do I find my return transportation after the show at Aljibe Tango?
We recommend using the transportation services offered by Aljibe Tango. However, if you need to return on your own, the tango house is just a few meters from Avenida Belgrano, where you can easily find a taxi.
Is the table private or will I be sharing it with other people at Aljibe Tango?
To guarantee a private table at Aljibe Tango, it’s best to book the VIP upgrade. If you choose the regular service, seating is assigned on a first-come, first-served basis. It is possible to get a private table this way, but especially during high season, you may have to share a table with other guests.
Could the experience at Aljibe Tango be considered intimate?
Although you might end up sharing a table sometimes, Aljibe Tango is not a large or massive venue. In fact, it’s quite small compared to other tango houses, with only 24 tables, which makes the experience more intimate.
What kind of show can I expect at Aljibe Tango?
It’s a full show that features traditional tango performed by professional dancers of various ages, live music with a bandoneón, singing performances, and also showcases of Argentine folklore and gauchos with boleadoras. It lasts approximately 90 minutes.
Can photos be taken during the show at Aljibe Tango?
At Aljibe Tango, taking photos during the show is allowed, but without using flash.
What happens if the show at Aljibe Tango is canceled?
It is very unlikely that a dinner show at Aljibe Tango will be canceled, but in the rare case it does happen, the tango house has three other nearby venues as alternatives. They are all located very close to each other, so the staff may offer to relocate you to one of these options—without losing quality, and in some cases, even enhancing the experience.
Features
| 📍 Destination | City of Buenos Aires |
|---|---|
| ▶ Starting Time | Evening |
| 🕛 Duration | 1hs to 4hs |
| 🚴 Type of Tour | Shows |
| 📄 Features | Group Service, Official Product |



