Explore Phnom Penh - Best of Phnom Penh

Discover the best places in Phnom Penh: top restaurants, cozy cafés, trendy shops, and must-see attractions. The ultimate city guide to explore the capital of Cambodia.

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1 - Guangzhou Rice Rolls

A plate of Guangzhou rice rolls with corn — Guangzhou Rice Rolls Phnom Penh restaurant speciality

Restaurant

Asian

An excellent dim sum restaurant where everything is homemade. The owner originally opened a street restaurant and, thanks to its success, was able to open his first establishment in TTP, followed by a second in BBK1. His specialty is rice rolls, which are really soft and perfectly thin. Several fillings are offered, such as shrimp, egg and pork, as well as vegetarian options. There are also classic siu mai, pork and egg buns, and duck noodles. And if you want to continue, there are also noodle soups and rice porridge. In short, if you like dim sum, you will be in the right place.

2 - Kungfu kitchen

Meat for Hot pot at Kungfu Kitchen Phnom Penh — Hot pot side dish at Kungfu Kitchen

Restaurant

Asian

This is a very popular restaurant for its affordable Chinese fondue. You'll find up to six choices of soup (spicy, chicken, vegetarian, beef, etc.) as well as a wide selection of meats, fish and side dishes. It also offers ready-made side dishes. There are many locations in Phnom Penh, preferring Daun Penh for a more intimate setting, and BKK1 for the private room with KTV.

3 - Hybrid Kitchen

Vintage-style dining room at Hybrid Kitchen restaurant in Phnom Penh — Hybrid Kitchen restaurant Phnom Penh dining room

Restaurant

Asian

Western

A must-visit spot in Phnom Penh, hidden in a colonial house with 70s-style decor. The menu features Asian-Western fusion cuisine and delicious pizzas, presumably the best in town. Most importantly, don't miss the desserts—you won't regret it!

4 - Kravanh

Plate of Pomelo salad, a traditional dish of Battambang, served at Kravanh classic cambodian restaurant in Phnom Penh — Pomelo salad at Kravanh restaurant in Phnom Penh

Restaurant

Khmer

Asian

This high-end establishment offers a refined selection of all Cambodia’s specialties. It’s an excellent way to discover the country’s diverse cuisine while enjoying dishes prepared with talents and sophistication. Located in a colonial house, the restaurant provides an elegant and historic atmosphere, perfect for an exceptional dining experience.

5 - Thmor Da

Bol of Phnom Penh noodle with soup, number 1 speciality of Thmor Da restaurant in Phnom Penh — Phnom Penh noodle with soup at Thmor Da restaurant in Phnom Penh

Restaurant

Khmer

Asian

This popular restaurant specializes in Phnom Penh soup noodles, a traditional dish favored by locals for breakfast. The place is both simple and authentic.

6 - Mony CharKvai

Two types of fresh donuts sold with pandan custard in Mony charkvai stand shop in Phnom Penh — Mony charkvai khmer donuts street shop in Phnom Penh

Restaurant

Snack

Located near the Royal Palace, this small shop offers delicious and freshly made donuts, soft and irresistible with pandan cream.

7 - Duck Kingdom

Pekin roasted duck served at Duck kingdom Phnom Penh — Pekin duck dish at Duck kingdom Phnom Penh

Restaurant

Asian

This authentic Chinese restaurant, with modern decor, is perfect for group meals. The menu offers a wide variety of dishes: roast meats, noodles, vegetables, soups, rice, fish... enough to satisfy all appetites.

8 - Belly Burger

American style table and bench seat in dinning room of Belly burger — Belly burger, smash burger chain in Cambodia

Restaurant

Western

Fast food

Belly Burger is the ultimate smash burger made with Wagyu beef. Every ingredient, from the bun to the meat, is fresh and prepared daily. With such attention to quality, it’s impossible to call it junk food! So why should we resist?

9 - Ha noï corner

View of the sign and interior of the Ha noi Corner restaurant — Ha noi Corner, nord vietnamese classic cuisine restaurant in Phnom Penh

Restaurant

Asian

A cozy little restaurant offering a menu dedicated to specialties from northern Vietnam. The pho soup and the pâté are particularly delicious.

10 - The grounds

The calming entrance with cactus of The Grounds coffee shop in Phnom Penh — Entry of The Grounds coffee shop in Phnom Penh

Restaurant

Western

Dessert

This café-restaurant is truly a getaway, like an oasis in the middle of the desert. Whether you're stopping by for lunch or just a coffee, you'll find a menu mainly featuring Western dishes, with a wide selection of drinks.

11 - Ya Kun Kaya Toast

Famous Kaya jam in sandwich toast with boiled eggs at Kaya Toast Phnom Penh — Kaya toast with boiled eggs at Kaya Toast Phnom Penh

Restaurant

Asian

The famous Singaporean restaurant is renowned for its Kaya Toast, a grilled sandwich filled with coconut jam and butter, perfect for dipping into poached eggs. Paired with milk tea, this breakfast is both greedy and comforting.

12 - Sophath

Nom banh chok khmer fish soup with greens and edible flower valued the national dish of Cambodia — Nom banh chok khmer soup, national dish of Cambodia

Restaurant

Khmer

Asian

According to locals, this is the best restaurant to enjoy nom banh chok, a fish curry soup also known as Khmer noodles, widely considered by many as the national dish.

13 - Soklang lort cha

Plate of stir fry pin noodles with fried paté — Lort Cha, Cambodian stir fry pin noodles

Restaurant

Khmer

Asian

This affordable restaurant offers iconic Cambodian street food specialties. Try the lort cha, delicious pin noodles stir-fried with your choice of meat, and nom kou chay, tasty chive cakes.

14 - Mama Thai

Front of Mama Thai restaurant in Phnom Penh, a wood house with vegetation — Front of Mama Thai restaurant in Phnom Penh

Restaurant

Asian

Travel to Thailand with Mama Thai, where you're assured authentic Thai flavors. I recommend trying the papaya salad with salted eggs.

15 - Agong Bakery Cafe

Crispy pork belly with rice and soy milk served at Agong bakery Phnom Penh — Crispy pork belly with rice at Agong bakery Phnom Penh

Restaurant

Asian

Just near Tuol Sleng, this charming little restaurant immerses you in the atmosphere of old Hong Kong. You can enjoy delicious, juicy roasted meats and leave with a yummy bun from the bakery.

16 - Sombok restaurant

Dinning room of Sombok restaurant in Phnom Penh — Sombok khmer restaurant in Phnom Penh

Restaurant

Khmer

Asian

Along the Mekong River, this upscale restaurant offers refined Cambodian cuisine. Traditional dishes are reimagined with a modern twist and presented with great care. The service is exceptionally attentive, making it perfect for a romantic dinner.

17 - Roka Vietnamese

Soup pho served in hot stone with uncooked meat at Roka vietnamese restaurant in Phnom Penh — Pho in hot stone at Roka vietnamese restaurant in Phnom Penh

Restaurant

Asian

If you're a fan of Vietnamese cuisine, don’t miss Roka for its pho served in a hot stone bowl, its flavorful grilled meats, and its delicious egg coffee.

18 - The clay coffee and eatery

Calm and vegetal interior of The Clay coffee and eatery in Phnom Penh — The Clay coffee and eatery in Phnom Penh

Restaurant

Khmer

Asian

Western

Located near the Independence Monument, The Clay features a spacious indoor and outdoor area. The decor, made from raw materials, creates a calm and soothing atmosphere, perfect for lunch or working. The menu offers a wide selection of Khmer dishes, as well as European options and a variety of hot and cold beverages.

19 - Koki kitchen

Charming interior with ice cream counter of Koki kitchen in Phnom Penh — Koki kitchen, cafe and restaurant in Phnom Penh

Restaurant

Khmer

Asian

Western

Dessert

On the famous Street 240, climb the outdoor stairs at number 37, and you’ll discover a lovely café-restaurant spread across three open levels. It’s the perfect spot for lunch or a coffee break. But the real aim is the homemade ice cream. Whether you’re adventurous with flavors like mango-chili or roasted coconut, or you prefer classics like Kampot vanilla or salted caramel, there’s something for everyone.

20 - Good Wood

Range of mango wood vases, hand carved and heand color-dipped at Good Wood shop in Phnom Penh — Good Wood furniture and home accessories shop in Phnom Penh

Lifestyle

Home

This shop offers unique wooden furniture and home accessories, all handcrafted in Southeast Asia. It’s the perfect place to find original gifts that combine aesthetics and quality.

21 - The gallerist

A painting of women by the artist Christian Develter in The gallerist Phnom Penh — The gallerist - art gallery in Phnom Penh

Lifestyle

Art

This exhibition space elegantly showcases the work of local artists, whether emerging or already established. It rivals galleries in major art capitals, and the quality of the curations will surprise you.

22 - Bodia Spa

Bath with lotus flower in treatment room of Bodia Spa in Phnom Penh — Bodia spa luxury body massage and facial treatment in Phnom Penh

Lifestyle

Spa

Whether for a massage or a treatment, get yourself a moment of relaxation in a luxurious setting. Open every day until 11 p.m., I recommend booking an evening appointment to enjoy the calm of Phnom Penh’s streets afterward, extending your moment of well-being.

23 - Boeng Trabaek Market

Seller of verggie at Boeng trabaek market in Phnom Penh — Boeng trabaek food market

Lifestyle

Market

If you are looking for a food market, I recommend the one at Boeng Trabaek. It is outdoors and quite clean. The products are fresh, and the vendors are especially friendly. Additionally, the market is adjacent to a shopping gallery where you can find clothing and household items.

24 - Royal palace of Cambodia

Main entry of the Royal Palace of Cambodia — Royal palace of Cambodia

Activity

Monument

Kidfriendly

Truly impressive, the Royal Palace of Cambodia concentrates all the beauty of Khmer architecture. Although audio guides are available, I strongly recommend taking a private guide. It makes the visit more enjoyable and immersive. A local guide can accompany you through the palace's various structures, telling you about the royal history and rituals, and inviting you to take a close look at the frescoes, sculptures and precious objects. Don't forget to check opening days on arrival in Phnom Penh, as the palace may be closed for special events.

25 - CIS Roller Skating

Kids roller skates inside the CIS dome Phnom Penh — Roller skating in CIS dome Phnom Penh

Activity

Kidfriendly

Got kids? Let them escape the heat and enjoy a skating session in an air-conditioned space, with music to boot. Okay, after a few bowls, you end up sweating a bit... but skating to music under the spotlights is so much fun! It's also a real pleasure to see the young people of Phnom Penh come together in this dynamic and friendly place. And as an added bonus, admission is only $2 from Monday to Friday.

26 - Sosoro museum

Entry of the temporary exhibition of Pigments from the past in Sossoro museum garden — Sossoro museum temporary exhibition building in the garden

Activity

Museum

Kidfriendly

Inaugurated in 2019, the Sosoro Museum is a memorial site tracing Cambodia's economic and political history from the Funan period to the present day. The museum combines ancient artifacts with modern technology, offering a pedagogical approach and rich information, making it a must-visit for history enthusiasts and curious visitors looking to deepen their knowledge of the country. Don't miss the temporary exhibitions held in the garden either.

27 - Tuol Sleng

Exterior view of Tuol Sleng genocide museum in Phnom Penh — Entry of Tuol Sleng genocide museum in Phnom Penh

Activity

Museum

No doubt, the number one tourist site in Phnom Penh. To fully enjoy your visit, I recommend learning about the Khmer Rouge period beforehand.

28 - Wat Phnom

Clock of Wat Phnom Daun Penh — Wat Phnom Daun Penh padoga

Activity

Monument

Kidfriendly

In the heart of the city, the oldest pagoda in the capital stands on an artificial hill approximately 27 meters high. Surrounding it are gardens and shaded walks creating a perfect setting for a peaceful balade.

29 - Mom orange

Mom Orange vendor of tangerine juice in Phnom Penh streets — Mom Orange street shop in Phnom Penh

Coffee shop

Snack

Dessert

Located near Independence Monument, Mom Orange specializes in freshly squeezed tangerine juice. What sets it apart is that you can choose your juice with or without pulp—by pulp, we mean large chunks of fruit. The shop is open daily from 3 p.m. to midnight.

30 - After you

The signature dessert Honey toast bread with ice cream at After you Phnom Penh — Honey toast bread with ice cream at After you Phnom Penh

Coffee shop

Dessert

Matcha

Coffee

It's no longer necessary to plan a stopover in Bangkok. The famous Thai restaurant dessert chain has arrived in Phnom Penh, a sign of the city's growing economic potential. Don't miss the Honey Toast and other delicious desserts.

31 - Cafe Keo Pok

Shop sign of the Cafe Keo Pok coffee shop in Phnom Penh — Cafe Keo Pok at street 208 in Phnom Penh

Coffee shop

Matcha

Coffee

Big favori for this coffee shop offering surprising and delicious recipes: salty coffee, jasmine coffee, or even fermented rice coffee... The prices are very affordable, starting at $1.10. The interior, designed to feel like an outdoor space, offers a few cozy chairs for a truly pleasant break.

32 - Sulbing dessert café

Oreo Honey Toast served with chocolate Sauce, Banana, Vanilla Ice Cream and Whipped Cream at Sulbing cafe Cambodia — Oreo Honey Toast at Sulbing cafe Cambodia

Coffee shop

Dessert

Matcha

Westerners may find that restaurants in Phnom Penh close early. However, this is the perfect spot for a late-night dessert, open every day until 10 p.m. Enjoy a korean dessert like a Honey Toast or a Bingsu (Korean shaved ice).