Boat Noodle

You can find extensive, tasty, and affordable Khmer at Boat Noodle. Another reason to try this out is the ambience. It has the look and feel of a traditional Khmer house, wooden decor, Khmer silk, surrounded by lush plants and fishes swimming in small ponds. Their English speaking staff enable you to tone down the spiciness of some dishes easily.

• Address:

  184, St, Preah Trasak Paem St. (63), Phnom Penh

• Phone:

  +855 11 952 120

• Opening hours:

  Daily 7am–8pm

Do Forni

For night of romance and delightful Italian cuisine bring your loved one to Do Forni. The food is in the highest quality and so is the service. This is the place to indulge in Italian specialists like Saltimbocca Pork with Parma Hamand fine wines.

• Web:

  www.sofitel-phnompenh-phokeethra.com/restaurants-bars/do-forni

• E-mail:

  h6526-fb@sofitel.com

• Address:

  26 Old August Site, Sothearos Boulevard, Phnom Penh

• Phone:

  +855 23 999 200

• Opening hours:

  Sun-Sat 6pm-10pm

FCC (Foreign Correspondents Club)

Considered a Phnom Penh landmark, FCC overlooks the river with its inspiring colonial decor. They mainly serve western dishes like fried chicken with chips and some typical Cambodian food while you will also find tasty pizzas on the menu.

• Web:

  www.fcccollection.com

• Address:

  363, Sisowath Quay, Phnom Penh

• Phone:

  +855 69 253 222

Khmer Surin

This sophisticated restaurant offers good Khmer and Thai food like mango salad and excellent amok in a relaxing low seating ambiance in an old wooden house. Even though the climate outside is hot and humid for most of the year, the plants and water managed micro climate will wipe the heat out.

• Web:

  www.khmersurinrestaurant.com

• E-mail:

  booking@khmersurinrestaurant.com

• Address:

  9, Street 57, Phnom Penh

• Phone:

  +855 23 363 050

• Opening hours:

  Sun-Sat 7am-10pm

Malis

Stylish restaurant serving an upscale Khmer dining experience. Start the evening by enjoying a cocktail by the impressive water fountain and savouring flavourful dishes like Takeo Sausages and Saraman beef.

• Web:

  https://malis.thalias.com.kh

• E-mail:

  phnompenh@malis-restaurant.com

• Address:

  136 Norodom Blvd, Phnom Penh

• Phone:

  +855 23 221 022

• Opening hours:

  Daily 6am–8:30pm

Pho de Paris Restaurant

This is a popular lunch place to have local and Vietnamese dishes, and you will be amazed by how high value for money the food is. The menu shows pictures of the dishes, so do not worry if you can not understand all the native names. Don't forget to try the traditional fresh spring rolls and coconut shake.

• Address:

  260 Preah Monivong Blvd (93), Phnom Penh

• Phone:

  +855 89 308 525

• Opening hours:

  Daily 6:30am–10pm

Bouchon

Bouchon is a trendy, dimly-lit wine bar with nice background music and an impressive selection of French wines. With its unbeatable location very close to the Royal Palace, this bar is an easy favourite among locals and expats alike.

• Address:

  82, Street 174, Phnom Penh

• Phone:

  +855 77 881 103

• Opening hours:

  Mon–Sat 4pm–12am

Cloud

This garden bar in Tonle Bassac has gained a reputation as a chill, comfortable cultural hub in the city. They boast a decor inspired by modern urban art and indie aesthetic, surrounded by vegetation. Along with their careful choice of beer, they also serve food. Board games are available, and many kinds of events take place here.

• Address:

  32, Street 9, Phnom Penh

• Phone:

  +855 89 467 345

• Opening hours:

  Mon-Wed 2pm-11pm. Thu 2pm-11:45pm. Fri-Sat 2pm-1am

Elephant Bar

Set in the most luxurious hotel in town, Le Royal, the Elephant Bar’s happy hour (4pm to 9 pm) serves some of the best cocktails in town. Dress up and indulge in live piano music and comfortable seating. A must try is their Femme Fatale cocktail, specifically created in 1967 for Jacqueline Kennedy during her visit to Cambodia.

• Web:

  www.raffles.com

• E-mail:

  Dining.LeRoyal@raffles.com

• Address:

  92, Rukhak Vithei at Preah Monivong Boulevard, Phnom Penh

• Phone:

  +855 23 981 888

• Opening hours:

  Daily 12pm-12am

Heart of Darkness

This popular night spot is packed every night after midnight. A mix of backpackers, locals and long term residents keep the place grooving until the sun comes up.

• Address:

  38, Street 51 Pasteur, Phnom Penh

• Phone:

  +855 77 837 777

Le Moon Rooftop Bar

For a great view of the city at night, head to this chill and relaxing bar at the top of a hotel. The drinks are well-made and refreshing - a bit pricey, but worth it for the beautiful location.

• E-mail:

  lemoon@amanjaya-suites-phnom-penh.com

• Address:

  Amanjaya Pancam Hotel, 1, Street 154, Sisowath Quay, Phnom Penh

• Phone:

  +855 023 214 747

Score! Bar & Grill

This lively sports bar is the perfect spot to catch a live game or just have a few beers while in town. There is a huge screen on the wall, which is visible from every corner of the large sitting area.

• Web:

  www.scorekh.com

• E-mail:

  livesports@scorekh.com

• Address:

  5, Street 282, Phnom Penh

• Phone:

  +855 23 221 357

• Opening hours:

  Daily 8am-2am

Feel Good Café

The coffee at Feel Good Café is made with lots of love and here you can choose from lattes, cappuccinos, or other western coffee drinks. They also have a menu offering lighter snacks, and it is a popular breakfast place.

• Web:

  www.feelgoodcoffee.com.kh

• E-mail:

  info@feelgoodcoffee.com.kh

• Address:

  House 79 Street 136, Phnom Penh

• Phone:

  +855 77 694 702

• Opening hours:

  Daily 7am–6pm

The Shop 240

Run by a Belgian couple, The Shop 240 offers a tasty selection of healthy breakfast options, delicious juices, sandwiches, and quiches. Splurge on the dessert selection and the homemade pralines.

• E-mail:

  marketing@theshop-cambodia.com

• Address:

  Oknha Chhun St. (240), Phnom Penh

• Phone:

  +855 92 955 963

• Opening hours:

  Daily 6:30am–7pm