Buffet Dinner Apsara Show with hotel transfers

At Amazon Angkor, dinner comes with a traditional Apsara dance performance, so you get a Cambodian meal and a cultural show in one evening. The restaurant serves more than 40 buffet dishes and can seat over 300 people, with a choice of open-air garden or air-conditioned seating.

I like two things in particular: the included hotel ride makes the evening easier to arrange, and the buffet offers a broad mix of Khmer, Asian and Western food rather than a single fixed menu. The show is included too, so the $22 price covers more than dinner.

The main drawback is that the buffet and pickup service can be less dependable than the promise of an easy night suggests. Some bookings have had trouble with collection or restaurant entry, so keep your confirmation handy and allow for a possible hiccup.

Key points before you book

• More than 40 buffet dishes: Khmer food shares the table with Japanese, Vietnamese, Chinese, European and Western selections, plus Cambodian BBQ and Sukiyaki soup options.
• Apsara performance included: Your dinner booking includes the entrance fee for the show.
• Shared hotel transport: Pickup and return are included by tuk tuk or van, with an English-speaking driver.
• A large restaurant: Amazon Angkor has seating for more than 300, with open-air garden and air-conditioned options.
• Three hours, drinks extra: Set aside about three hours for the evening, and budget separately for drinks.
• Value depends on reliable logistics: Food and show are the main attractions, but pickup and entry issues have occurred.

A dinner show in the heart of Siem Reap

This is a convenient way to combine dinner and an evening performance without arranging separate transport or buying a second ticket for the show. You head to Amazon Angkor, a large restaurant in Siem Reap, for buffet dinner and an Apsara dance performance. The full activity lasts about three hours.

The format is practical rather than intimate. Amazon Angkor seats more than 300 people, so this is a sizeable dining venue designed to accommodate a crowd. That scale can be useful if you want a straightforward evening with lots of food choices, but it is not the kind of small dining room where the performance feels arranged just for your table.

I would think of this as a convenient cultural-night option, not a substitute for a focused performance in a small theatre. The show is a strong reason to book, but dinner remains a restaurant buffet, with all the trade-offs that come with serving many people at once.

What the buffet offers

Dinner is buffet-style, with more than 40 dishes. The restaurant describes a spread that brings Khmer cuisine together with Japanese, Vietnamese, Chinese, European and Western choices. Cambodian BBQ and a variety of Sukiyaki soups are also part of the offering, along with individual cooking stations prepared for diners to watch.

That range is useful if your table has mixed tastes or you are still getting used to Cambodian food. You can try local dishes while keeping familiar options in reach. It also means you should not expect a tightly focused menu that showcases only Khmer cooking. The selection is broad, and its appeal lies partly in that variety.

The buffet is one of the most praised parts of the evening, but food quality is not guaranteed to please everyone. A buffet serving dozens of dishes has to feed a large room, and the experience can vary by dish and timing. Go for the chance to sample several things rather than expecting every plate to be a standout.

If you have a particular dish in mind, the available information does not promise that it will be served on a specific night. The restaurant describes the general range, not a fixed menu. The booking also does not include drinks, so remember to leave room in your budget for anything you order to drink.

The Apsara show is part of the evening

The Apsara performance is included in the booking, including the entrance fee. That makes the experience appealing if you want to see a Cambodian dance performance without planning another stop after dinner. The show is frequently praised, and the restaurant is laid out to accommodate both dining and watching.

The venue’s size matters here. With more than 300 seats, it can host a large audience, and the performance takes place in a restaurant setting rather than a small, quiet room. One diner found that even when the restaurant was nearly full, it did not feel cramped, which is reassuring if you are wary of a crowded dinner show. Still, a big room and a large audience are part of the deal.

The available details do not specify the show’s length, exact running order or seating arrangement. I would avoid building a tight schedule around a precise start or finish time beyond allowing the stated three hours for the activity. Check the available start times when you book.

The dance is a cultural highlight, but keep expectations grounded. You are booking a dinner-and-show package, not a private performance or a specialist dance lesson. For a relaxed evening that puts food and a traditional performance in one place, the pairing makes sense.

Garden air or air conditioning

Amazon Angkor offers two different dining settings: an open-air garden and air-conditioned seating. That choice is welcome in Siem Reap, where a meal in open air can feel quite different from one in a cooled room. The information does not explain how seating is assigned, so do not assume you can select a particular area unless your booking details allow it.

The restaurant’s large capacity is a practical advantage for groups and for an event that combines dinner with a show. There is room for a substantial crowd, and the venue is designed to handle buffet service. The other side of that scale is that the setting may feel more like a busy dining hall than a quiet Cambodian restaurant.

I would choose the garden if you value an open-air meal and the weather suits you. If you prefer a cooler environment, or the evening is hot, air conditioning may be the safer bet. Since the seating choice is not confirmed in the details, treat both as available venue options rather than a guaranteed feature of your reservation.

How the hotel transfer works

Pickup and drop-off at your hotel are included, shared with other customers and provided by tuk tuk or van. The driver speaks English. This can save you the effort of arranging a return ride after dinner, and it is one of the clearest practical benefits of the package.

The transfer is not described as private, so allow for a shared ride rather than a direct car reserved just for you. The vehicle type may be a tuk tuk or a van. The information does not say which one you will receive, how many hotel stops are made, or how early pickup takes place, so check your confirmed details for the specifics.

There have been serious pickup problems, including a missed collection that prevented one person from attending. Another booking had a driver fail to arrive for the outbound trip, although the restaurant arranged a ride home after the diner reached the venue independently. These are not reasons to assume your ride will fail, but they do make pickup the part I would monitor most closely.

Keep your booking confirmation accessible and check your pickup details before the evening. If the driver does not arrive as expected, act promptly rather than waiting until the start time has passed. The package promises shared transport, but your evening is easier if you have a backup way to reach the restaurant.

Is $22 good value?

At $22 per person, the price includes buffet dinner, the Apsara show entrance fee, and shared hotel pickup and return. That is a solid bundle if you plan to eat dinner out and want to see a performance. You are paying for three useful pieces of an evening rather than just a meal.

The price makes particular sense if you value the transport. A return ride arranged separately would add cost and effort, and the included transfer can take the guesswork out of getting back to your hotel. But because the service is shared and pickup problems have occurred, I would not treat the ride as the only reason to book.

Drinks are not included. Add them to your expected spending, especially if you usually order beverages with dinner. The information gives no drink prices, so you cannot calculate your exact total in advance from the package price alone.

Value also depends on how much you enjoy buffet dining. If you want a choice of dishes and an included performance, the package is appealing. If you prefer a small restaurant, a set Khmer menu or a quiet meal, the large venue and broad international selection may not suit you as well.

Planning the evening

The stated duration is three hours, and you should plan around that rather than trying to squeeze in another fixed appointment immediately afterward. Start times vary by availability, so check the options for your date before you reserve. The exact order and timing of dinner and the performance are not specified.

The booking offers free cancellation up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund. It also allows you to reserve now and pay later, which can help if your plans are still taking shape. Read the terms shown for your selected date before finalizing, since those are the details that apply to your reservation.

The host or greeter speaks English, and the driver is also described as English-speaking. The activity is listed in English. This should help with basic coordination, though the details do not describe a guided talk about the food or dance.

Alcohol and drugs are not allowed. The experience is not suitable for babies under one year. Those restrictions are worth checking before you book, particularly if you are planning an evening for a family group.

Who should choose this dinner and show

This is a good fit if you want an easy evening that combines a meal, a performance and transport. It also works well for a group with different food preferences, since the buffet spans Khmer, Asian and Western dishes. The large venue can accommodate a sizeable audience without requiring you to plan separate dinner and entertainment.

You may find it less satisfying if your main aim is a close-up, highly focused introduction to Khmer cuisine. The restaurant offers a wide international selection, and a buffet is not the same as a carefully explained set menu. Similarly, the performance is part of a restaurant evening, not a dedicated theatre visit.

Families should take note of the age restriction: babies under one year are not suitable for this activity. The three-hour duration may also be a consideration for anyone who prefers a shorter meal or has a packed schedule.

I would book it for a convenient, good-value night out, especially if the Apsara show is high on your list and you appreciate having a ride included. I would be more cautious if dependable pickup is essential and you have no backup transport. Keep the confirmation close, check the pickup plan, and judge the package for what it is: a broad buffet, a traditional dance performance and shared transport in one evening.

FAQ

How long does the experience last?

The activity lasts three hours.

What is included in the $22 price?

The price includes a full buffet dinner, entrance to the Apsara performance, and shared hotel pickup and drop-off.

Are drinks included?

No. Drinks are not included in the package price.

What kinds of food are served?

The buffet includes Khmer, Japanese, Vietnamese, Chinese, European and Western dishes. Cambodian BBQ and a variety of Sukiyaki soups are also offered.

How many dishes are available?

Dinner is described as a buffet with more than 40 dishes.

Is hotel transportation included?

Yes. Shared pickup and return to your hotel are included, by tuk tuk or van.

Does the driver speak English?

Yes. The included driver is described as English-speaking.

Is the Apsara performance included?

Yes. The entrance fee for seeing the Apsara performance is included.

Can babies attend?

The activity is not suitable for babies under one year.

What is the cancellation policy?

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.