Best Restaurants in Cambodia 2026

Fish Amok

Cambodia's national dish — a delicate steamed fish curry made with coconut milk, lemongrass, kaffir lime leaves, and galangal, traditionally cooked in a banana leaf cup. Creamy, aromatic, and uniquely Cambodian.

Where to try: Malis Restaurant, The Sugar Palm, Haven Training Restaurant in Siem Reap

Price: $5-14

Lok Lak

Wok-fried beef cubes marinated in oyster and soy sauce, served on a bed of lettuce and tomatoes with a Kampot pepper dipping sauce and fried egg on rice. A beloved Cambodian staple influenced by French and Chinese cooking.

Where to try: Available at virtually every Cambodian restaurant, $5-16

Price: $4-16

Nom Banh Chok

Fresh rice noodles topped with a green fish curry sauce and raw vegetables — Cambodia's quintessential morning meal eaten by millions daily. The sauce is made with pounded lemongrass, kaffir lime rind, and freshwater fish.

Where to try: Old Market food court, Psar Chas morning stalls in Siem Reap, market breakfast vendors

Price: $1-2

Kep Crab with Kampot Pepper

Live blue swimming crabs from Kep's waters stir-fried with fresh green Kampot pepper, garlic, and butter. The combination of the sweet local crab with the world-famous pepper is considered one of Southeast Asia's great dishes.

Where to try: Kep Crab Market, Crab Shack restaurants at Kep Beach

Price: $12-20

Samlor Korkor

A hearty Khmer soup made with prahok (fermented fish paste), green papaya, pork ribs, and fresh herbs. Deeply savory and intensely flavored, this is an authentic local dish rarely found on tourist menus.

Where to try: Local neighborhood restaurants and market food courts

Price: $2-5

Malis Restaurant Siem Reap

Renowned chef Luu Meng's flagship restaurant celebrating 'Living Cambodian Cuisine' with contemporary presentations of traditional dishes. The elegant space features modern Khmer decor and an extensive menu showcasing Cambodia's culinary heritage with seasonal ingredients.

Pokambor Avenue, Siem Reap

Haven Training Restaurant

A social enterprise training disadvantaged youth in hospitality skills. Excellent Khmer and international dishes served by enthusiastic trainees in a garden setting. Every meal supports a good cause.

Chocolate Road, Siem Reap

Pub Street Food Stalls

The bustling heart of Siem Reap's dining scene with numerous stalls and casual restaurants offering everything from local street food to international favorites. Lively atmosphere perfect for bar-hopping and people-watching.

Pub Street, Siem Reap

Old Market (Phsar Chas) Food Stalls

Traditional market with numerous food stalls serving authentic local breakfast and lunch. Experience genuine Khmer street food in a bustling market atmosphere with rock-bottom prices.

Old Market Area, Siem Reap

Brown Coffee Siem Reap

Cambodia's premier coffee chain serving high-quality locally-grown coffee in modern air-conditioned spaces. Excellent pastries, sandwiches, and free wifi make it popular with digital nomads.

Multiple locations, Siem Reap

Cuisine Wat Damnak

A Michelin-worthy restaurant combining authentic Cambodian flavors with French culinary technique. Chef Joannès Rivière creates innovative set menus that change fortnightly, featuring seasonal produce, edible flowers, and local fruits in non-traditional presentations.

Wat Damnak Village, Siem Reap

Marum Restaurant

Another fantastic training restaurant operated by Friends International, offering creative Khmer dishes with contemporary twists. The innovative menu includes exotic items like crickets and tarantulas alongside traditional favorites.

Pokambor Avenue, Siem Reap

Sister Srey Cafe

A cozy vegetarian cafe serving healthy smoothie bowls, salads, and plant-based Khmer dishes. The relaxed garden setting and excellent coffee make it a popular breakfast and lunch spot.

Sok San Road, Siem Reap

Grilled Corn with Coconut Milk

Freshly grilled corn cobs brushed with seasoned coconut milk and a little salt — a ubiquitous Cambodian street snack sold by roving carts throughout Phnom Penh and Siem Reap evenings.

Find it at: Evening street carts near Pub Street Siem Reap and Sisowath Quay Phnom Penh

Fried Insects (A-Ping)

Deep-fried tarantulas, crickets, silkworms, and water bugs — a genuine local snack eaten throughout Cambodia. Crickets taste like popcorn; tarantulas are crunchy outside and soft inside.

Find it at: Old Market Siem Reap, Street 278 Phnom Penh night vendors, Skuon 'Spider Town' on Route 6

Num Pang (Cambodian Baguette)

A French-Cambodian hybrid sandwich of crispy baguette filled with pâté, grilled pork, pickled vegetables, and fresh herbs. Cambodia's $1-2 street food institution influenced by French colonial baking.

Find it at: Central Market food stands Phnom Penh, morning market vendors throughout Cambodia

Bai Sach Chrouk

Grilled pork marinated in coconut milk and garlic served over broken rice with pickled cucumber and a clear soup — Cambodia's favorite breakfast plate from early morning street grills.

Find it at: Morning street grills in every Cambodian town from 5-10AM, disappears by midday

Psar Chas Old Market Food Court

The ground floor of Siem Reap's Old Market houses a lively food court with stalls serving local breakfasts, noodle soups, grilled meats, and fresh tropical fruits at rock-bottom local prices.

Hours: 5AM-2PM for food stalls, market open all day

Psar Thmei Central Market Food Section

Phnom Penh's iconic Art Deco market has a dedicated food section with dozens of vendors selling Cambodian baguettes, fresh fruit, grilled meats, and market breakfasts beloved by local workers.

Hours: 6AM-5PM daily

Kep Crab Market

A row of waterfront crab shacks at Kep Beach where you choose live blue crabs from tanks and have them cooked to order. The freshest and cheapest place to try Cambodia's famous Kep crab with Kampot pepper.

Hours: 9AM-8PM daily