Bar entertainment in Cambodia
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Warehouse
A popular bolt hole for expats escaping the madness of Bar St, this ‘local’ has lured many a traveller in for table football and indie anthems. The bar food is more cosmopolitan than most and best enjoyed from the 45-degree angle of a satellite chair. Free wi-fi.
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Temple Club
As the night wears on, the only worshipping going on at this temple is ‘all hail the ale’. Loud tunes (often too loud) and some liberally minded local girls (some are actually boys) draw a dance crowd. Mad happy-hours from 10am to 10pm.
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Funky Munky
A Brit pub with a flair for food. Sample the brilliant build-your-own burgers, or try the slightly scary ‘Cardiac Arrest’. There’s truly funky décor, with artsy film posters, and a cocktail menu created for cheeky monkeys. Drop by on Thursday for the quiz; all proceeds are donated to local causes.
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Laundry Bar
Put on your cleanest undies and venture into one of the hippest bars in town. Low lighting, discerning décor and regular DJs are all crowd pleasers, and the pool table has them queuing up in the early hours. Happy hour lasts until 9pm.
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Magic Sponge
The healthy dose of double shots aside, this little bar is a friendly spot for exchanging travel tales and perhaps a game or two of cards.
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Angkor What?
This is Siem Reap’s original drinking dive, and the booze-addled graffiti that covers the walls is testament to its enduring popularity. The happy hour (to 8pm, with bargain buckets of Mekong whiskey and cheap Anchor pitchers) loosens up the limbs for later, when the crowd bounces along to indie anthems – some are on the tables, others under them.
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Elsewhere Bar
It recently moved elsewhere, but the new location is right in the heart of the action on St 278. Ambient vibes, a great drinks menu, and two plunge pools for punters, it’s sedate by day but sexy by night. Hit the happy hours from 4pm to 8pm and forget your worries over an ‘amnesia’ cocktail.
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X Bar
X marks the spot for drunkards, dancers and those with a devilish twinkle in the eye. Just as everywhere else is winding down, the amps here are cranking up. There are early-evening movies on the big screen, pool tables and a skateboard pipe – careful with the cocktails.
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Elephant Bar
The signature bar of the Raffles-owned Hotel Le Royal, this is a sophisticated spot that offers two-for-one happy hours between 16:00 and 20:00. Play pool, and tuck into the free chips and salsa. Enjoy two original Singapore slings for around US$7 or so.
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Molly Malone’s
If you’re craving a Guinness, a Powers Whisky or a splash of stew, then this homely Irish pub is the place to come. Bringing the sparkle of the Emerald Isle to homesick Irish and a whole host of honorary Dubliners, it also hosts occasional live bands.
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Ivy Bar
Commonly referred to as ‘The Ivy’, but no, it’s not affiliated with its London namesake. One of the oldest bars in town, it does top pub grub and chilled draft beer. Look out for Pol Pot’s toilet seat, pillaged from the ashes of Anlong Veng.
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Eden
The large rocks jutting from the beach in front of this bar are not ideal for swimming but absolutely perfect for setting the mood. Flickering candlelight and breaking waves crashing over the stones makes for a very atmospheric venue.
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Linga Bar
A chic gay bar that pulls a straight crowd too, it wouldn’t look out of place in London or New York. Now you know why you packed those glam threads after all. Don them, order a cocktail and release that dancing diva within.
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Sunset Bar
Right on the waterfront nestled in a row of fishers' houses, this mellow bar - an ideal spot to watch the sun go down - is the best place in town for a laid-back beer. It's hidden down an alleyway - look for the 'bar' sign.
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Arts Lounge
A stylin’ bar at the Hotel de la Paix, this contemporary art space plays host to challenging exhibitions. Cocktails are shaken to create a stir, and there are occasional celebrity bartenders and guest DJs from Bangkok.
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Mojo Bar
The only place in town you're likely to hear world music, including Raï, this unpretentious, rough-hewn bar has over 20 kinds of rum, screens English football matches and hosts jam sessions on Thursdays.
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Ba Ru
You can knock them back at this unpretentious bar and perhaps take part in its charity crab races or quiz nights while you're at it. Money raised goes to community organisations based in Sihanoukville.
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Papagayo
Don't bother coming here before lunchtime, everyone is still recovering from the night before. This airy bar opens officially at 08:00, but doesn't get kicking until very late at night.
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Riverside Balcony Bar
Set in a gorgeous wooden house high above the riverfront, this is the most atmospheric bar in town. Renowned for its burgers but also serves pasta, burritos and enchiladas
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Chili Si-Dang Wine Bar
Riverside and with a balcony to make the most of the location, this is a tranquil bar offering a good selection of international and vintage wines.
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Chiva Shack
Full-moon parties, fire throwers, happy pizzas and some delicious cocktails right on the beach keep the punters flowing into this place.
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Abacus Garden Restaurant & Bar
This is an exceptional bar of alluring grace. A flourishing garden surrounds a traditional villa that serves outstanding food and wine.
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Teukei Bar
Linger beneath Chinese lanterns and chill to ambient sounds and classic reggae cuts. Close to the Psar O Russei guesthouses.
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Boosters
This casual corner bar blends delicious fruit juices to make an assortment of nonalcoholic cocktails and shakes.
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Jungle Bar & Grill
An airy and relaxed riverfront bar that has speedy internet access for laptops and serves food until 02:00.
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