Siem Reap: Amazon Angkor Buffet Traditional Fairy Dance Show

Amazon Angkor pairs an all-you-can-eat dinner with a traditional Khmer dance performance, giving you an easy introduction to Cambodian food and culture in one evening. The buffet covers more than 40 dishes, with Khmer cooking joined by Japanese, Vietnamese, Chinese, European, and Western choices.

I like the wide food selection and the comfortable central location near major hotels. I also like the small explanatory booklet that can help you follow the different dances. The main caution is seating: one recent booking found that some places may leave you facing away from the stage, so ask about your table when you arrive.

Key points at a glance

• More than 40 dinner dishes: Try Khmer food, Cambodian barbecue, soups, Asian favorites, and Western options in one meal.
• An hour of traditional dance: The performance is made up of several short dances rather than one long story.
• Central Siem Reap location: The venue is close to major hotels, making it practical for an evening without a long ride.
• Indoor or open-air seating: You can dine in air-conditioned comfort or in the garden setting.
• Large but organized venue: Amazon Angkor seats more than 300 people and has a comfortable setup.
• Good value at $21: The ticket includes the buffet and show, but drinks and hotel transfers cost extra.

What your three-hour evening looks like

This is a straightforward dinner-and-show outing, not a guided tour around Siem Reap. You make your way to Amazon Angkor, settle into the dining area, choose your food, and watch the traditional performance during the meal.

The full visit lasts about three hours. That gives you enough time to eat at an unhurried pace, sample several dishes, and watch the dance program without having to rush off to another evening activity.

The venue is in the heart of Siem Reap Province and close to major hotels. That location matters more than it may seem. After a long day at Angkor Wat, you can keep the evening simple instead of adding another long transfer. Hotel pickup is not included, so you need to arrange your own transport to the venue.

The dining room has space for more than 300 people. That means this is a polished, large-scale cultural dinner rather than a small family-run meal. I would choose it when I want convenience, variety, and a clear cultural program. If you are looking for a quiet meal with a very personal setting, the size may feel less intimate.

A buffet built for mixed appetites

The strongest practical feature here is choice. Dinner is served buffet-style, with more than 40 dishes. The selection includes traditional Khmer food along with Japanese, Vietnamese, Chinese, European, and Western dishes.

That mix works well if you are eating with people who have different tastes. You can try Cambodian dishes without committing to a full meal of unfamiliar food, while a cautious eater can fall back on more familiar Asian or Western options.

I like this format for a first evening in Cambodia. You can sample small portions, return for favorites, and compare flavors at your own pace. It also helps families and groups avoid the usual argument over where everyone should eat.

The food should be judged as part of a $21 dinner-and-show package, not against a small specialist restaurant. One booking described the buffet as very varied and delicious, while another gave the food a more moderate assessment, saying it was worth the price but not exceptional. That is a fair expectation to carry in: good range and solid value, rather than a fine-dining experience.

The buffet also includes a taste of Cambodian barbecue. There are individual cooking stations and a variety of Sukiyaki soups prepared for your viewing enjoyment. These features add some activity to the meal and let you see food being prepared rather than simply taking finished dishes from trays.

The available information does not provide a full dish-by-dish menu, so you should not book expecting particular ingredients or recipes. What you can count on is variety across Khmer, Asian, European, and Western cooking, plus barbecue and soup stations.

Khmer dancing in a large performance room

The cultural centerpiece is the traditional dance show. The program lasts about an hour and is made up of a series of short dances. That structure is useful if you are new to Cambodian performance traditions because you get several styles and scenes rather than one extended piece.

The dances reflect Cambodia’s Khmer cultural heritage through movement, costume, music, and formal gestures. One particularly useful touch is a small explanatory booklet, which can help you understand what you are watching instead of treating the performance as colorful background entertainment.

I would set aside the time to watch the full show. The dances are the reason to choose this venue over an ordinary buffet restaurant. One highly positive assessment described the performance as exquisite, with a well-organized venue and a full hour of short dances.

The show is also a good choice if your schedule does not allow a separate cultural performance elsewhere in Siem Reap. You get dinner and the dance program in the same place, with no need to plan another evening transfer.

There is one seating issue to keep in mind. Seating may depend on luck, and one booking found that a table could leave diners with their backs to the stage. Another assessment said the seats had good views, so the experience may vary by table or arrangement. I would arrive with enough time to ask where you will sit and request a better view if possible.

Choosing between the garden and air conditioning

Amazon Angkor offers two broad dining settings: a lovely open-air garden area and an air-conditioned indoor space. That gives you a useful choice in Siem Reap, where the feel of an evening can change quickly with heat and humidity.

The garden setting may appeal if you want a more relaxed outdoor atmosphere with your meal. The air-conditioned area is the safer choice if you prefer steady comfort, particularly during a warm evening or after a tiring day at the temples.

The supplied information does not say how seating is assigned or whether you can guarantee one setting in advance. If the garden or air conditioning matters to you, ask when booking or on arrival rather than assuming you will receive your first choice.

The venue’s size helps here. With capacity for more than 300 people, Amazon Angkor is designed to handle a substantial dinner crowd. The setting is comfortable and organized, though the scale can make the evening feel more like a show venue than a small Cambodian restaurant.

Why the $21 price can make sense

At $21 per person, the price includes buffet admission and the traditional dancing show. It does not include drinks, soft drinks, or hotel transfer.

I see the value in the package if you plan to eat dinner and want a cultural performance anyway. Paying separately for a meal and a dance show could cost more, while this option keeps the evening in one location and gives you a broad range of food.

The buffet is also a practical value for people with different appetites. You are not limited to one fixed plate, and you can try several Cambodian dishes alongside food you already know. That flexibility is part of what makes the price work.

The value is weaker if your only goal is a memorable Cambodian meal. The food is described as worth the price, but not necessarily outstanding. In that case, a smaller local restaurant may be a better fit, though it would not provide the same built-in dance performance.

Remember to budget for beverages. Since drinks are not included, the final bill may rise above the advertised ticket price. Hotel transfer is also separate, so factor in your own transport cost if you are staying outside easy walking distance.

Who will enjoy Amazon Angkor most

I would recommend this experience to first-time visitors who want a simple introduction to Cambodian cuisine and performance. You can sample local dishes, see traditional dance, and finish the evening without moving between several venues.

It also suits families and mixed groups. The Western and Asian dishes give cautious eaters plenty of alternatives, while more adventurous diners can try Khmer food, Cambodian barbecue, and the soup stations.

The format works well for anyone with a full sightseeing schedule. After visiting the temples, you may not want a complicated night out. A central buffet and show lets you sit down, eat at your own pace, and enjoy a cultural program in one stop.

The venue is wheelchair accessible, which is an important practical benefit. The supplied details do not specify the exact table layout or route through the building, so anyone needing particular seating should confirm arrangements before arrival.

I would be less likely to choose it for a romantic, quiet dinner or for someone focused entirely on high-end food. The 300-plus-person capacity and broad international menu favor convenience and choice over intimacy and culinary specialization.

A few smart ways to plan the evening

Check the starting time before booking because the activity lasts three hours and the available start times can vary. This is especially useful if you are pairing dinner with an evening visit elsewhere in Siem Reap.

Arrive with the seating issue in mind. Since one booking found a table facing away from the stage, ask about the performance view before settling in. The show is central to the value of the evening, so a poor angle would be frustrating.

Use the buffet as a tasting opportunity. Start with small portions of Khmer dishes, then return for the food you like. You can also compare the local choices with the Japanese, Vietnamese, Chinese, European, and Western offerings.

Bring the cost of drinks into your planning. The ticket covers the food and dance show, but not beverages or soft drinks.

If your schedule remains uncertain, free cancellation is available up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund. You can also reserve now and pay later, which keeps the booking flexible without paying at once.

How the performance changes the meal

A standard buffet can feel like a quick stop between sightseeing activities. The dance program gives this dinner a stronger sense of occasion and puts Cambodian culture at the center of the evening.

The short-dance format helps keep the program moving. Instead of asking you to follow one long plot, it presents a sequence of pieces, each with its own movements and visual character. The booklet is useful because it gives you a little context while you watch.

I would not expect a private or deeply personal cultural lesson. This is a public performance in a large venue, designed for a broad audience. Still, it offers more cultural connection than a meal alone, and it is an efficient way to see traditional Khmer dance during a short stay.

The best approach is to treat the show as the evening’s main cultural event, not as music playing behind dinner. Put down your plate for part of the performance and watch the dancers. You will get more from the ticket that way.

Final decision: should you book it?

Book Amazon Angkor if you want one convenient evening of Cambodian food and traditional dance at a moderate price. The central location, wide buffet, open-air or air-conditioned seating, and three-hour format make it a sensible choice after temple sightseeing.

I would book it for a family, a mixed group, or a first visit to Siem Reap. The food range is a major strength, and the dance program gives the meal a clear cultural purpose.

Think twice if your priority is an intimate restaurant or exceptional cuisine. The seating may not guarantee a perfect stage view, drinks cost extra, and the food is best understood as varied and good value rather than a destination meal.

For most people wanting an easy introduction to Khmer cooking and performance, the $21 package is a sound choice. Just confirm the start time, ask about your table, and arrive ready to sample rather than judge the buffet as a specialist restaurant.

FAQ

Where is Amazon Angkor located?

Amazon Angkor is in the heart of Siem Reap Province, Cambodia, close to major hotels.

How long does the experience last?

The activity lasts three hours.

How much does the experience cost?

The listed price is $21 per person.

What does the ticket include?

The ticket includes buffet admission and the traditional dancing shows.

Are drinks included?

No. Beverages and soft drinks are not included in the ticket price.

Is hotel transfer included?

No. Hotel transfer is not included, so you need to arrange your own transport.

What food is available?

The dinner buffet offers more than 40 dishes, including traditional Khmer cuisine, Japanese, Vietnamese, Chinese, European, and Western dishes. It also features Cambodian barbecue, Sukiyaki soups, and individual cooking stations.

Can I choose indoor or outdoor dining?

Amazon Angkor offers dining in an open-air garden setting or in air-conditioned comfort. The available information does not confirm whether you can guarantee a specific seating area in advance.

Is the venue wheelchair accessible?

Yes. The activity is listed as wheelchair accessible.