Cafe HOC

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 Western/Khmer breakfast for just US$3. Wicker furniture and a wall-mounted chalkboard specials menu liven up the somewhat underwhelming space on a busy street corner.

The cafe supports Hope of Children, a local orphanage.


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Nearby Battambang attractions

1. Psar Nath

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Battambang's central market is a notable piece of art deco modernist architecture.

2. Tep Kao Sol Gallery

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This is the gallery space of local artist Loeum Lorn, who's known for creating works out of melting coloured ice and then photographing them. It's open…

3. Sangker Gallery

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This little, two-storey art space runs regular exhibitions by local artists and also promotes a city art tour from 2pm to 6pm. Cost depends on the number…

4. Wat Phiphétaram

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Dating from 1888, Wat Phiphétaram shows definite Thai influence in the style of its decorative architecture.

5. Train Station

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Here at Battambang's disused train station, it is always 8.02 according to the stopped clock. Just along the tracks to the south, you can explore a…

6. French-Era Train Repair Sheds

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In the area around the old train station and along the tracks just south of there, you can explore a treasure trove of crumbling, French-era repair sheds,…

7. Wat Kandal

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On Battambang's east bank, Wat Kandal features interesting vihear (temple) paintings and wooden decorative carvings.

8. Vishnu Roundabout

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A large statue of Vishnu tops this roundabout on the main road coming into central Battambang from the north.