Kratie
It's the fresh homemade noodles fried to perfection that have earned this no-frills spot a loyal following among visitors and locals alike. Part of the…
Must-see restaurants in Cambodia
Phnom Penh
Located in one of the city’s grandest buildings, the former Banque Indochine, Palais de la Poste features old vault doors en route to the refined dining…
Kampot
Owner Soklim's team will help you cook your own Cambodian meal at this small, family-run cafe out on Lake Tomnop Tek Krolar (aka 'Secret Lake'), near La…
Siem Reap
Earning rave reviews for its original flavour combinations, Jomno promotes its signature platters (from US$7.50) offering a bite-size taste of a range of…
Siem Reap
Sister Srey, a funky and fun cafe on the riverfront near Psar Chaa, offers an ambitious breakfast menu, including eggs bene-delicious, which is perfect…
Kampot
Ah, the joys of skilled Italian chefs washing up in provincial Cambodia to prepare gourmet Neapolitan pizzas and Italian forest-mushroom risotto,…
Phnom Penh
Canadian-Cambodian chef Narith Plong delivers a Khmer twist to the Japanese sushi and sashimi experience. Sourcing only the freshest seasonal ingredients,…
Battambang
This American-run social enterprise offers a relaxed space for a hearty breakfast or an afternoon coffee. The compact lunch-and-dinner menu is Asian…
Phnom Penh
Le Saint Georges specialises in the cuisine of southwest France, featuring a number of dishes that don't often turn up on other menus around town,…
Siem Reap
This foxy little cafe is incredibly popular with long-term residents in Siem Reap, who swear that the regionally sourced Feel Good coffee is the best in…
Phnom Penh
Plenty of places in Cambodia attempt Italian cuisine, but prim and proper Terrazza nails it, offering a fantastic Italian wine list, bulging antipasto…
Siem Reap
This vegan spot serves up raw organically sourced superfood bowls and cleansing juices such as the cashew, date, Himalayan salt, vanilla bean and…
Siem Reap
For a slice of local life, head to the Road 60 Night Market located on the side of the road near the main Angkor ticket checkpoint. Stallholders set up…
Siem Reap
One of the best-value Khmer restaurants in the downtown area, Pot & Pan specialises in well-presented, authentic dishes at affordable prices. The menu…
Phnom Penh
Metro is one of the hottest spots on the riverfront strip thanks to its striking design and an adventurous menu. Small plates are for sampling and include…
Kampot
Tertúlia offers nothing less than a beautiful Portuguese dining experience, complete with a wine bar. Steaks and locally sourced seafood are slow cooked…
Phnom Penh
Set in an attractive French villa, the Sugar Palm is the place to sample traditional flavours infused with herbs and spices, including delicious char…
Siem Reap
Arguably the best Thai restaurant in Siem Reap, this little eatery specialises in succulent duck dishes, but has a whole range of vegetarian options…
Siem Reap
This little taverna near Psar Chaa looks like it comes straight out of the Med, and the food tastes pretty authentic too. Choose from all the Greek…
Siem Reap
This Australian-run cafe is generating a real reputation among expats in Siem Reap thanks to a great range of cafe-bistro comfort food like homemade…
Siem Reap
Part of the King's Road village, Embassy is all about Khmer gastronomy, offering an evolving menu that changes with the seasons. Under the supervision of…
Siem Reap
The crisp white linens and air-con beckon diners into this French restaurant hidden away down a side street near Psar Chaa. The menu includes a good range…
Siem Reap
An impressive Cambodian eatery offering a fusion take on traditional flavours. It is set in a wooden house just off the road to Angkor and offers a…
Siem Reap
This popular garden cafe serves affordable vegetarian meals, while healthy drinks include a tempting selection of vegetable juices. A focal point for…
Siem Reap
Set in a traditional wooden house with its own organic vegetable garden, this is a great place for a healthy bite. The menu offers a blend of…
Siem Reap
Aficionados of fine Italian cuisine will be delighted to know that there is, as the name suggests, a full-blown brick oven in this cosy little trattoria…
Siem Reap
Chanrey Tree is all about contemporary Khmer cuisine, combining a stylish setting with expressive presentation, while retaining the essentials of…
Phnom Penh
The best steaks in town are served in Cognac flambé-style by the eponymous owner of this French bistro. The meat is simply superb, but every item on the…
Phnom Penh
This long-running Thai-Khmer restaurant has some of the best-value regional dishes in town. Choose from the contemporary but traditionally decorated space…
Siem Reap
This landmark building draws people in from the riverside thanks to a reflective pool, torchlit dining and a garden bar. Inside, the colonial-chic…
South Coast
Perched over the seasonal lake, Stung Takeo features a seafood-heavy menu full of traditional flavour such as squid and Kampot pepper. But the main reason…
Koh Kong City
Northeast of town, this place offers a unique slice of Cambodian life with seaside, covered decks on stilts where families and friends laze about with…
The Southern Islands
Right on the pier, this is the best place to eat in the village both for the food and the breezy ambience. English is a challenge so you'll have to be…
Phnom Penh
A mod Australian cafe that started out with a top breakfast and brunch, Enso now offers a dinner menu too. Brunch options include leek, Gruyère cheese and…
Battambang
This social enterprise has an inviting photographic menu with a compact list of Khmer and Japanese favourites, but it's best known for its all-you-can-eat…
Kratie
Look out for Cambodia's largest tokae (gecko) on the wall to find this excellent little eatery. The menu offers a good mix of cheap Cambodian dishes, such…
Kampot
More top-notch, contemporary fusion dining has arrived in Kampot in the form of this restaurant in a beautifully refurbished old merchant house. As one…
Phnom Penh
Set in the spacious grounds of the National Museum, this is a cultured place for a cuppa, but the menu includes a good selection of well-priced Khmer…
Siem Reap
This huge place is a bakery, restaurant and cocktail lounge mash-up. Downstairs there are vintage motorbikes and inviting cakes, while up at the rooftop…
Phnom Penh
This elegant little cafe is the perfect way to make the iconic main post office relevant once more for a new generation of travellers. It offers fresh…
