In restaurants that tourists are known to frequent, it is highly unusual for a woman to wait tables. The tips are better, so a man gets the job. Women can work there. Although the girls don't speak a lot of English, you'll find they're friendly, and will treat you very well, no matter what your pocketbook can afford. There are various kinds of shows.
Many singers enjoy, and encourage audience participation.
Each act is different and totally original. The music varies from traditional, to tropical, to modern. Many times the songs are in English. Most costumes are hand-made and designed, using materials that are available locally, which really isn't much, compared to big cities, such as Guadalajara. While the acts are going on, the waitresses circulate and sell raffle tickets.