Koulen II Restaurant
Koulen II Restaurant provides an immersive Cambodian cultural experience with traditional dance performances and a diverse buffet dinner, offering gre...
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Koulen II Restaurant provides an immersive Cambodian cultural experience with traditional dance performances and a diverse buffet dinner, offering great value for an engaging evening.
Research the dances
Enhance your appreciation by researching the context of the traditional Cambodian dances beforehand.
Book in advance
Consider booking through your hotel to secure good seating, especially during peak times.
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Cuisine
Cambodian
Price
Mid-range
Phone
+855 92 630 090
Address
# 5, Street Sivutha, Mondul 2 Village, 17252, Cambodia
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Traditional Cambodian Dance Performances
Experience the beauty of Apsara dance and other traditional Cambodian performances during your buffet dinner. A truly captivating cultural immersion.
Value-for-Money Buffet and Show
Enjoy an all-you-can-eat buffet and a cultural show for around $12 per person, offering great value for a unique evening out.
Spacious Dining Hall with Ambiance
Dine in a large, airy hall that can accommodate many guests, creating a lively atmosphere for both the buffet and the performances.
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Research the dances
Enhance your appreciation by researching the context of the traditional Cambodian dances beforehand.
Book in advance
Consider booking through your hotel to secure good seating, especially during peak times.
Arrive early for buffet
The buffet opens at 6:30 PM, so arrive early to enjoy the wide variety of food before the performance begins.
Manage the heat
Though not air-conditioned, fans are provided. The space is manageable even in warm weather, but it can get a bit warm.
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Research the dances
Enhance your appreciation by researching the context of the traditional Cambodian dances beforehand.
Book in advance
Consider booking through your hotel to secure good seating, especially during peak times.
Arrive early for buffet
The buffet opens at 6:30 PM, so arrive early to enjoy the wide variety of food before the performance begins.
Manage the heat
Though not air-conditioned, fans are provided. The space is manageable even in warm weather, but it can get a bit warm.
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Koulen II Restaurant offers a unique Cambodian cultural experience with traditional Apsara dance performances and a buffet dinner. While the cultural show is often praised for its beauty and vibrant costumes, the buffet food quality receives mixed reviews, with some finding it average or bland, while others appreciate the variety and value. Drinks are an additional cost and some guests have noted issues with pricing or change.
"The dinner was good with lots of options. Drinks are extra ($3.5 each for a large Angkor beer and milkshake) plus 10% of the bill is tax..(?) But still reasonable as the quality of the food and decor of the building and tables etc was good. We got a good seat even without a booking. The show was really good. The kids put their hearts into it and everyone seemed to really enjoy it. I would recommend it."
Bryan
"Beautiful dancing. Be sure to use Google to Google the dances so that you understand the context of the dances to truly appreciate what you are seeing. Food is a buffet that starts at 630. Food isn't bad, lots of variety. Drinks not included. Non air-conditioning but still quite comfortable."
Devona Yeap
"It was a good experience. About $11-12 buys you buffet meal which was tasty, there were many options. Drinks were paid separately. We were assigned a seat as booked through our hotel. The performance was okay and in the end the dancers pose for pictures with the visitors. It is in a covered space but no walls and they had fans with no AC, it was a bit hot but manageable."
Yana
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Frequently Asked Questions
The main attraction is the traditional Cambodian dance performance, featuring Apsara dancers, combined with an all-you-can-eat buffet dinner.
Yes, the buffet dinner is typically included in the price along with the cultural performance. Drinks are usually extra.
The buffet usually opens at 6:30 PM, an hour before the performance begins, allowing guests to enjoy the food first.
The restaurant is not air-conditioned, but fans are provided to help manage the temperature, making it generally comfortable.
While some visitors have secured good seats without booking, it's recommended to book in advance, possibly through your hotel, to ensure preferred seating.
No, drinks are typically an additional cost on top of the buffet and show price. Some guests found them to be a bit pricey.
The performances include various traditional dances such as Apsara dance, Sovann Machha dance, and Tep Monorom Dance, showcasing Cambodian classical theater.
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Koulen Restaurant – it offers buffet style dining with Apsara dancing as entertainment, which is perfect for a big group.
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