ABOUT LA VENTANA

LA VENTANA
Buenos Aires/San Telmo

Located in the heart of the historic neighborhood of San Telmo, La Ventana is one of the most traditional and renowned tango houses in Buenos Aires. Founded in 1982 and set within a beautifully restored conventillo, the building preserves the architectural essence of the 19th century, blending history and elegance in every space.

Its spacious halls, adorned with period details, fine woodwork, and stained-glass features, recreate the spirit of old Buenos Aires. The warm and intimate atmosphere invites visitors to immerse themselves in the city’s cultural identity, within a setting that reflects the immigrant heritage and bohemian character of the neighborhood.

Over the years, La Ventana has established itself as a benchmark of tango tradition, welcoming guests from around the world who seek to experience the history and essence of this genre that forms part of Argentina’s soul. Its prime location and historic architecture make it a true landmark within the city’s cultural circuit.

The show at La Ventana offers a vibrant journey through the history of tango, from its origins in the traditional neighborhoods of Buenos Aires to its international recognition as a cultural symbol of Argentina. In a setting that blends tradition with artistic excellence, the performance brings together live music, singing, and dance in a dynamic and captivating production.

Featuring a live orchestra, acclaimed singers, and an outstanding company of professional dancers, each choreographic piece reflects the passion, elegance, and intensity that define Argentine tango. The artistic proposal embraces different eras and styles, showcasing the evolution of the genre through carefully curated performances.

The energy of the stage, the musical quality, and the precision of the choreography create an immersive experience that moves and inspires audiences. Tradition and modernity come together to deliver an unforgettable evening where tango is experienced at its finest.

TRADITIONAL MENU

ENTREES

Traditional Argentine choripan (pure pork) 
With chimichurri & creole sauce

Beef empanada
With Yasgua sauce

Vitel Tone
Slow-cooked peceto with homemade mayonnaise & caper

Seasonal salad
With quinoa, sprouts, beets, zucchini, crispy chickpeas & red fruit dressing

Caprese salad
With confit tomatoes, buffalo mozzarella, basil & pesto

Butternut squash soup
With roasted squash, parmesan cheese & chives

 

MAIN COURSE

Grilled beef strip loin 350gr
With herb-roasted potatoes & chimichurri

Breaded beef strip loin cutlet
With mashed potatoes, Dijon mustard & roasted lemon

Patagonian beer-braised smoked
pork shoulder With crushed sweet potatoes & creole sauce

Breaded Parmesan chicken with pesto
With mashed potatoes

Grilled catch of the day
With capers, black & green olives, olive oil, tomato, basil, lemon & boiled potatoes

Spinach & ricotta ravioli 
With fresh tomato sauce & basil

Vegan pasta
With cherry tomatoes, pomodoro sauce, fresh basil, eggplant, zucchini & rawmesan

Fuccile pasta
With mushrooms & cream sauce

 

DESSERTS

Homemade flan
With dulce de leche & whipped cream

Pears poached in Torrontes wine
With ice cream

Red berries ice cream

Dulce de leche–filled crêpe

Ice cream 
With strawberries, red berries & crushed meringue

DRINKS

Fernet Branca

Antica Formula
Vermouth

BLU
Dry Gin

Borghetti
Coffee liqueur

Sernova
Vodka

Carpano
Vermouth

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MENU VIP

TO START

Beef Carpaccio
Marinated in herbs, Parmesan cheese, capers, arugula, and Dijon mustard

Cured Salmon Trout Carpaccio
Yogurt, cucumber, dill, lemon, sprouts, and pickled onions

Argentine Choripan (pure pork)
Between buns, chimichurri, and criolla sauce

Sirloin Steak Empanada
Yasgua sauce

Vitel Toné
Slow-cooked veal, sprouts, homemade mayonnaise sauce & capers

Seasonal Salad
Quinoa, sprouts, beets, zucchini, crispy chickpeas & red berry dressing

Caprese Prosciutto Salad
Confit tomatoes, prosciutto, buffalo mozzarella, basil & pesto

Pumpkin Soup
Roasted pumpkin, Parmesan cheese & chives


CHEF'S SUGGESTIONS 

Grilled ribeye steak 450g
Con papas asadas a las hierbas, chimichurri y salsa criolla

Breaded Sirloin Steak Cutlet
With mashed potatoes, Dijon mustard, and grilled lemon

Smoked Pork Shoulder
Braised in Patagonian beer with smashed sweet potatoes and criolla sauce

Chicken Escalope Napolitana
With pesto, served with herb-roasted potatoes

Grilled Catch of the Day
With capers, black and green olives, olive oil, tomato, basil, lemon, and plain potatoes

Spinach and Ricotta Ravioli
With fresh tomato, pomodoro sauce, and basil

Vegan Pasta
With cherry tomatoes, pomodoro sauce, fresh basil, and ramekins

Fuccile al Fierrito
With mushroom cream sauce

 

OUR SWEET PLEASURES

Dark Chocolate Marquise
Chocolate mousse with red berry sauce

Zambayon Semifreddo
Caramelized nuts and melted chocolate

Flan
With dulce de leche and cream

Pancake
Filled with dulce de leche

Seasonal Crumble
With walnuts and ice cream

Pear poached in Torrontés wine
With cream cheese and walnuts

Ice Cream Sundae
With Patagonian fruits, meringue, and caramelized nuts

REGULAR TRANSFER ▼

Pick up Palermo zone.
- Tango lessons / Wine tasting + Dinner + Show: Pick up between 06:15 pm and 06:30 pm.
- Dinner + Show:  Pick up between 07:15 pm and 07:30 pm.
- Only show:  Pick up between 09:15 pm and 09:30 pm.
- Drop off: Only Palermozone after show.

Pick up downtown Buenos Aires city.
- Tango lessons / Wine tasting + Dinner + Show: Pick up between 06:30 pm and 06:45 pm.
- Dinner + Show:  Pick up between 07:30 pm and 07:45 pm.
- Only show:  Pick up between 09:30 pm and 9:45 pm.
- Drop off: Only Palermo zone after show.

PRIVATE TRANSFER ▼
- If you prefer, you can book a private car to make your evening even more perfect. Maximum 4 passengers. Minimum 2 passengers.

- Check rates when making your reservation.

- Difficulty low.
- We do offer vegetarian and gluten-free menu, advise at time of booking if required please.
- Dress code is smart casual.
- Child up to 12 years old: 50% off.
- Baby up to 3 years old: Free.
- Tips are not included.
 

THE SHOW

3 COURSE MENU WITH BEVERAGE

BUY YOUR TICKETS ONLINE

Free cancelation
ONLY TANGO & FOLKLORE SHOW + BEVERAGE
INCLUDES
LA VENTANA
Open: EVERY DAY
Zone: San Telmo
  • Show: 10:00 Hs
  • Duration: 90 Min
  • Free cancellation
USD 70
Price per adult
✦VIP✦ ONLY TANGO AND FOLKLORE SHOW + BEVERAGE
INCLUDES
LA VENTANA
Open: EVERY DAY
Zone: San Telmo
  • Show: 10:00 Hs
  • Duration: 90 Min
  • Free cancellation
USD 120
Price per adult
BEST SELLER
GOURMET DINNER + BEVERAGE + TANGO & FOLKLORE SHOW
INCLUDES
LA VENTANA
Open: EVERY DAY
Zone: San Telmo
  • Dinner: 08:00 Hs
  • Show: 10:00 Hs
  • Duration: 240 Min
  • Free cancellation
USD 130
Price per adult
WINE TASTING + GOURMET DINNER + BEVERAGE + TANGO & FOLKLORE SHOW
INCLUDES
LA VENTANA
Open: EVERY DAY
Zone: San Telmo
  • Dinner: 08:00 Hs
  • Show: 10:00 Hs
  • Duration: 300 Min
  • Free cancellation
USD 140
Price per adult
TANGO LESSON + GOURMET DINNER + BEVERAGE + TANGO & FOLKLORE SHOW
INCLUDES
LA VENTANA
Open: EVERY DAY
Zone: San Telmo
  • Dinner: 08:00 Hs
  • Show: 10:00 Hs
  • Duration: 300 Min
  • Free cancellation
USD 140
Price per adult
✦VIP✦ GOURMET DINNER + BEVERAGE + TANGO AND FOLKLORE SHOW
INCLUDES
LA VENTANA
Open: EVERY DAY
Zone: San Telmo
  • Dinner: 08:00 Hs
  • Show: 10:00 Hs
  • Duration: 240 Min
  • Free cancellation
USD 190
Price per adult
✦VIP✦ WINE TASTING + GOURMET DINNER + BEVERAGE + TANGO & FOLKLORE SHOW
INCLUDES
LA VENTANA
Open: EVERY DAY
Zone: San Telmo
  • Dinner: 08:00 Hs
  • Show: 10:00 Hs
  • Duration: 300 Min
  • Free cancellation
USD 190
Price per adult
✦VIP✦TANGO LESSON + GOURMET DINNER + BEVERAGE + TANGO & FOLKLORE SHOW
INCLUDES
LA VENTANA
Open: EVERY DAY
Zone: San Telmo
  • Dinner: 08:00 Hs
  • Show: 10:00 Hs
  • Duration: 300 Min
  • Free cancellation
USD 190
Price per adult
★★CHRISTMAS EVE★★ GOURMET DINNER + BEVERAGE + SHOW + TRANSFER
INCLUDES
LA VENTANA
Open: 24/12/2026
Zone: San Telmo
  • Dinner: 08:00 Hs
  • Show: 10:00 Hs
  • Duration: 240 Min
  • Free cancellation
USD 220
Price per adult
★★NEW YEAR★★ GOURMET DINNER + BEVERAGE + SHOW + TOAST + TRANSFER
INCLUDES
LA VENTANA
Open: 31/12/2026
Zone: San Telmo
  • Dinner: 08:00 Hs
  • Show: 10:00 Hs
  • Duration: 240 Min
  • Free cancellation
USD 240
Price per adult

TRAVELERS COMMENTS

"Incredible talent and energy on stage."

Food: 4.5/5
Show: 4.5/5
Transfer: 4.5/5

Nicholas

"Excellent show. They have mobility service. The show is the best, both the musicians, the actors on stage, the singers and the dancers are very good. The food was delicious. I recommend it."

Food: 5/5
Show: 5/5
Transfer: 5/5

Kathi

"I loved the atmosphere, the service and the excellent food. During the week the menu of the day is very good value for money."

Food: 5/5
Show: 5/5
Transfer: 5/5

Florencia

"The show was fun and the food was amazing."

Food: 5/5
Show: 5/5
Transfer: 5/5

Scott

"Spectacular place to enjoy a traditional Tango show, the package comes with wine and you can eat on site. The attention is great, you feel at home. Reserve in time to guarantee a place"

Food: 5/5
Show: 5/5
Transfer: 5/5

Ignacio

"A great atmosphere, a beautiful room and good drinks with food completed the evening!"

Food: 5/5
Show: 5/5
Transfer: 5/5

Mitch

"Excellent service and performance."

Food: 4.5/5
Show: 4.5/5
Transfer: 4.5/5

Stephen

"The music and dancing were outstanding."

Food: 5/5
Show: 5/5
Transfer: 5/5

Justin

"La Ventana Tango Show: the best I have seen so far, top-notch musicians, very good dancers and a charming place, full of old photos and exposed brick walls, professional and pleasant waiters, a bottle and a half of wine and a gin and tonic did the rest."

Food: 5/5
Show: 5/5
Transfer: 5/5

Kevin

"Everything was perfect, highly recommend."

Food: 5/5
Show: 5/5
Transfer: 5/5

Gary

"The show and dinner far exceeded our expectations and I say when visiting fabulous Buenos Aires don’t miss this Tango Show."

Food: 5/5
Show: 5/5
Transfer: 5/5

Jonathan

"A great experience with delicious food, music and an incredible Tango show!, thank you very much!"

Food: 4.5/5
Show: 5/5
Transfer: 5/5

Daniel

"Excellent place to enjoy an exquisite dinner and what to say about the show, spectacular. I am and live in Argentina, but I was very excited with what each of the artists does on stage. Unforgettable experience for everyone who goes. Thank you and Congratulations!!!"

Food: 5/5
Show: 5/5
Transfer: 5/5

Mariela

"The place is very beautiful, the food excellent, the service perfect and the tango show wonderful!"

Food: 5/5
Show: 5/5
Transfer: 5/5

Freddy

"Great pick up in a classic bus through signature tours!"

Food: 5/5
Show: 5/5
Transfer: 5/5

Jacob

"I loved ! Everything was excellent, the dishes, the attention, the atmosphere. I felt like a “tourist” in Buenos Aires The musicians and dancers are amazing, they really moved me Thank you very much for showing our culture with so much professionalism"

Food: 5/5
Show: 5/5
Transfer: 5/5

Analia

"Food was delicious!"

Food: 4.5/5
Show: 5/5
Transfer: 4.5/5

Eric

"Nice experience to go see the tango dinner show at the cistern, I liked the place because it is very traditional and cozy, if you order the show with dinner they bring you an appetizer, wine, water, soda and then the main course and at the end dessert , the show was beautiful, the gentlemen who played the instruments live and the couples who danced, recommended"

Food: 5/5
Show: 5/5
Transfer: 5/5

Liliana

"Great tango show, a lot of talent from both the musicians and the dancers."

Food: 5/5
Show: 5/5
Transfer: 5/5

Damian

"Here you can see the tango in Buenos Aires. The meals are also extremely delicious and satisfying."

Food: 5/5
Show: 5/5
Transfer: 5/5

Aysen

"It is a restaurant with very delicious food and very personalized attention, I would think that its greatest income comes from tourists, after 9:30 or 10 pm it depends if everyone has finished eating we go to a spectacular show, I loved it…"

Food: 5/5
Show: 5/5
Transfer: 5/5

Daniela

"The show is a 10. Good foods. The attention of waiters is cordial."

Food: 4.5/5
Show: 5/5
Transfer: 5/5

Heri

"I thought it was great!"

Food: 5/5
Show: 5/5
Transfer: 5/5

Sabrina

"Can't recommend this show highly enough!"

Food: 5/5
Show: 5/5
Transfer: 5/5

Larry

"An authentic restaurant with an amazing atmosphere."

Food: 5/5
Show: 5/5
Transfer: 5/5

Ryan

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