(A Qualitative Study on the Effect of the Covid 19 Outbreak on Touristic Restaurants)

Abstract

Purpose - The purpose of this study is to determine how touristic restaurants in Nevşehir were affected by the Covid-19 outbreak. Design/methodology/approach – Data were collected by interview method from 16 touristic restaurant operators in Nevşehir between 10-16 June 2020. The main problem of the research is how touristic restaurant operators are affected by the Covid-19 outbreak. Within the framework of this main problem, touristic restaurant operators who participated in the study were asked how they were affected by the Covid-19 outbreak, what they experienced in this process, and what changes will occur in restaurants when the process is over. Findings – As a result of the analysis, it was determined that the Covid-19 outbreak affected the tourist restaurant businesses and operators financially and morally. After Covid-19, restaurant operators think that this process will continue and that some sanctions may come to restaurants such as hygiene, social distance, seating arrangement, ventilation system and the use of disposable products. Discussion – The touristic restaurant operators participating in the study made suggestions that they should be assisted in providing state support to touristic restaurants, providing credit opportunities and delaying rents in order for the restaurants to overcome the Covid-19 process with the least damage and to ensure its continuity in the future.