Cappadocia: Turkish Night Show at Cave Restaurant with Dinner

Summary

Turkish folk show dinner and drinks in a Göreme cave

You’ll slip into Cappadocia’s underground world for an evening of folk dance, laughter, and local flavors at a Göreme cave restaurant. Expect pickup from your hotel, endless pours of wine or raki if you like, and a dinner that tastes homemade. Let yourself get pulled into the music — you might even end up dancing before dessert arrives.

What’s the experience like?

I was honestly just looking for something easy after a day climbing around Cappadocia’s rocks, but the Turkish Night at this cave restaurant in Göreme turned out way more fun than I expected. The place itself felt cool and a bit mysterious — carved stone walls, low lights, that earthy smell you only get underground. Our guide was already waiting outside when we got there (pickup was included, which saved me from figuring out taxis). Inside, the tables were packed with people from everywhere. You could hear laughter bouncing off the stone.

The show started before I’d even finished my first meze plate. Dancers swirled past our table in these wild costumes — so much color and energy it was hard not to grin back at them. There was this one guy who kept spinning and somehow never seemed dizzy. At one point, they pulled some of us up to try the moves (I’m not sure what I did could be called dancing, but nobody cared). The local wine kept coming — I lost count after the second glass — and someone at our table tried to explain the difference between raki and regular vodka. Still not sure I understood.

Dinner was simple but good: warm bread, stews that tasted like home cooking, sweet desserts with that sticky honey smell. The whole thing felt relaxed and kind of chaotic in a good way — waiters weaving through the crowd with trays, people clapping along to music I didn’t know but liked anyway. When we finally left (late), my cheeks hurt from smiling so much. If you’re curious about Turkish culture or just want a night that feels different from the usual tourist stuff, this is it. I still think about those drums echoing in my ears as we stepped back into the cool night air.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Turkish Night Show with Dinner

• Arrive at cave restaurant in Göreme
• Watch folkloric show
• Enjoy Turkish mezes starter
• Eat traditional main course
• Have Turkish dessert
• Drink unlimited beverages

Top questions

Is hotel pickup included for the Turkish Night Show?

Yes, hotel pickup and drop-off are included if you select that option during booking.

Are unlimited drinks really part of the dinner?

Yes, unlimited local alcoholic drinks and soft drinks are included with your meal.

Where is the Turkish Night held in Cappadocia?

The show takes place at a cave restaurant in Göreme.

Is this activity suitable for children or people using wheelchairs?

Yes, it’s wheelchair accessible and infants or small children can join with strollers or prams.

What kind of food is served during the show?

You’ll get Turkish mezes (starters), traditional main dishes, and Turkish desserts.

How long does the Turkish Night Show last?

The exact duration isn’t specified but expect several hours including dinner and entertainment.

What’s included

Your evening includes hotel pickup and drop-off if you choose it when booking, all your dinner courses from mezes to dessert, plus unlimited soft drinks or local alcohols throughout the folk show before heading back to your hotel late at night.