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Best Restaurants in Siem Reap (2026) — 60 Tested and Ranked

60+ addresses tested and rated — 4 rankings for every taste and every budget

Updated March 2026 · 60+ restaurants tested · 10 min read
In a hurry? Our #1 pick is Kilimandjaro

French fine dining with a 5.0 rating — the best culinary experience in Siem Reap.

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Siem Reap's dining scene has transformed in the span of a decade. What used to be a backpacker town with $1 pad thai stalls and cheap beer buckets now welcomes French chefs in restored colonial villas, social enterprises training disadvantaged youth while serving food that would earn stars in Paris, and Cambodian cooks reinventing centuries-old Khmer recipes for an international audience. We've lived here for years and watched this evolution with our own eyes — from three decent restaurants to a genuinely exciting culinary scene. Over six years, we've tested and revisited 60+ restaurants spanning every cuisine and every budget, from a $2 fresh juice at Tevy's Place to a five-course tasting menu for $35 at Kilimandjaro. This city is clearly punching above its weight, and this guide proves it.

We spent weeks eating across Siem Reap, cross-referencing our experience with Google reviews (we only kept addresses with 200+ reviews or strong expat recommendations), Facebook groups like 'Siem Reap Foodies', and the picks of long-time residents. This guide covers every price range, from $2 street food to $40 fine dining, and every cuisine: traditional Khmer, Italian, French, Greek, and vegan. The ranking relies on a weighted score combining Google rating and review volume — with editorial adjustments for places too new to have thousands of reviews but too good to ignore. Every restaurant was visited, verified, and paid for out of our own pocket. No sponsored placements, no paid reviews.

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Top 15 — High-end & Institutions

The establishments that have proven themselves. Solid reputation, years of service, exceptional quality.

#RestaurantCuisinePriceRating
🥇KilimandjaroFrench / International$15–35(65)
🥈Cuisine Wat DamnakKhmer fine dining$20–40(1240)
🥉MesaBrunch / International$7–20(3214)
4HAVENSocial dining$8–18(2565)
5FelliniItalian / Bar$8–22(1183)
6MarumKhmer tapas$6–15(1850)
7MalisKhmer fine dining$15–40(1386)
8WildBar / Restaurant$8–20(2101)
9Embassy by Chef KimsanModern Khmer$10–25(833)
10Chanrey TreeKhmer contemporary$10–30(1755)
11JOMNOModern Khmer$8–20(627)
12Elia Greek KitchenGreek$6–16(2852)
13The ChristaRooftop Bar$5–15(1294)
14Mealea WatboBrunch / International$6–18(1045)
15Sala LodgesFine dining$15–35(282)
#1
Kilimandjaro - Siem Reap

1KilimandjaroEditor's pick

French / International $15–35 Soksan Road 5 (65)

Best for: Fine dining & wine

Soksan Road, Krong Siem Reap
11 AM–1 PM, 5–10 PM (closed Wed)
#2
Cuisine Wat Damnak - Siem Reap

2Cuisine Wat DamnakBest vibe

Khmer fine dining $20–40 Wat Damnak 4.8 (1240)

Best for: Tasting menu & Khmer gastronomy

Behind Wat Damnak, Sala Kamreuk
6–11 PM (closed Sun)
#3
Mesa - Siem Reap

3Mesa

Brunch / International $7–20 Road 2 4.9 (3214)

Best for: Brunch & creative plates

Road 2, Krong Siem Reap
7:30 AM – 10 PM
#4
HAVEN - Siem Reap

4HAVENEditor's pick

Social dining $8–18 Chocolate Road 4.9 (2565)

Best for: Social dining & training

Chocolate Rd, Krong Siem Reap
11:30 AM – 10 PM (closed Sun)
#5
Fellini - Siem Reap

5Fellini

Italian / Bar $8–22 Bamboo Street 4.9 (1183)

Best for: Italian food & cocktails

Bamboo Street, Krong Siem Reap
11 AM – 10 PM
#6
Marum - Siem Reap

6MarumBest value

Khmer tapas $6–15 Taphul Village 4.7 (1850)

Best for: Creative Khmer food & social mission

Taphul Village, near Pub Street
5–9:30 PM (closed Sun)
#7
Malis - Siem Reap

7MalisBest vibe

Khmer fine dining $15–40 Pokambor Avenue 4.3 (1386)

Best for: Khmer fine dining & special occasions

Pokambor Avenue, Krong Siem Reap
6:30 AM – 11 PM
#8
Wild - Siem Reap

8Wild

Bar / Restaurant $8–20 Wat Damnak 4.9 (2101)

Best for: Cocktails & dinner

Aleah Road, Wat Damnak
5 PM – late
#9
Embassy by Chef Kimsan - Siem Reap

9Embassy by Chef Kimsan

Modern Khmer $10–25 Street 05 4.8 (833)

Best for: Modern Khmer tasting

Corner Street 05, Krong Siem Reap
6–11 PM
#10
Chanrey Tree - Siem Reap

10Chanrey Tree

Khmer contemporary $10–30 Pokambor Avenue 4.5 (1755)

Best for: Upscale Khmer dining

Mondul 1 Village, Pokambor Avenue
11 AM–2:30 PM, 5:30–10:30 PM
#11
JOMNO - Siem Reap

11JOMNO

Modern Khmer $8–20 Wat Damnak 4.8 (627)

Best for: Modern Khmer cuisine

Wat Damnak, Krong Siem Reap
11 AM – 10 PM
#12
Elia Greek Kitchen - Siem Reap

12Elia Greek Kitchen

Greek $6–16 Street 09 4.7 (2852)

Best for: Greek food & value

Street 09, Mondul 1, Krong Siem Reap
8 AM – 11 PM
#13
The Christa - Siem Reap

13The Christa

Rooftop Bar $5–15 Street 7 4.8 (1294)

Best for: Rooftop dining & sunset

Street No.7, Krong Siem Reap
11 AM – 11 PM
#14
Mealea Watbo - Siem Reap

14Mealea Watbo

Brunch / International $6–18 Street 26 4.9 (1045)

Best for: Brunch & creative plates

Street 26, Krong Siem Reap
7 AM – 10 PM
#15

15Sala Lodges

Fine dining $15–35 Salakomreuk 4.9 (282)

Best for: Romantic fine dining

Salakomreuk no. 498, Krong Siem Reap
6:30–10 PM

Top 15 — Promising Newcomers

Perfect ratings, growing buzz. These newcomers are already getting people talking.

#RestaurantCuisinePriceRating
🥇Casa MetaItalian / Patisserie$8–18(27)
🥈Chez AliMoroccan$10–15(223)
🥉The Rosini CuisineItalian$8–20(283)
4Spin BarBar / International$5–15(272)
5Ojas VeganVegan / Vegetarian$4–12(211)
6THE STREETWine Bar$8–20(189)
7Nomad EateryBar / International$5–15(100)
8Kazuya OmakaseJapanese$15–35(38)
9RolequeRestaurant$10–25(50)
10Angkor TacosMexican / Vegetarian$3–8(499)
11Amara DiningRooftop Bar$8–20(468)
12Mr CIAOItalian / International$8–18(282)
13La LunaItalian / Seafood$10–22(100)
14PeckishModern Khmer$5–12(92)
15Sala LodgesFine dining$15–35(282)
#1
Casa Meta - Siem Reap

1Casa MetaEditor's pick

Italian / Patisserie $8–18 Traing Village 5 (27)

Best for: French pastry chef & Italian cuisine

34 Traing Village, Krong Siem Reap
12–9:30 PM (closed Mon)
#2
Chez Ali - Siem Reap

2Chez AliEditor's pick

Moroccan $10–15 Soksan Road 5 (223)

Best for: Moroccan cuisine & terrace

Sok San Rd, Krong Siem Reap
5–10 PM
#3
The Rosini Cuisine - Siem Reap

3The Rosini Cuisine

Italian $8–20 Street 08 5 (283)

Best for: Date night & Italian

Street 08, Krong Siem Reap
11:30 AM – 10 PM
#4
Spin Bar - Siem Reap

4Spin Bar

Bar / International $5–15 Wat Damnak 5 (272)

Best for: Cocktails & expat hangout

Wat Damnak, Krong Siem Reap
5 PM – 1 AM
#5
Ojas Vegan - Siem Reap

5Ojas VeganBest value

Vegan / Vegetarian $4–12 Chocolate Road 5 (211)

Best for: Vegans & health-conscious

Chocolate Road 32, Krong Siem Reap
9 AM–3 PM, 5–9 PM (closed Mon-Tue)
#6
THE STREET - Siem Reap

6THE STREET

Wine Bar $8–20 Taphul Street 5 (189)

Best for: Wine & tapas

Taphul Street, Krong Siem Reap
8 AM – 10:30 PM
#7
Nomad Eatery - Siem Reap

7Nomad Eatery

Bar / International $5–15 Wat Damnak 5 (100)

Best for: Healthy food & chill vibes

Wat Damnak, Krong Siem Reap
9 AM – 11 PM
#8
Kazuya Omakase - Siem Reap

8Kazuya OmakaseBest vibe

Japanese $15–35 East Siem Reap 5 (38)

Best for: Omakase & Japanese fine dining

Krong Siem Reap
11 AM–3 PM, 5–10 PM
#9
Roleque - Siem Reap

9Roleque

Restaurant $10–25 North Siem Reap 5 (50)

Best for: Intimate dining experience

Krong Siem Reap
7–11 PM (closed Sun)
#10

10Angkor TacosBest value

Mexican / Vegetarian $3–8 Near Pub Street 4.9 (499)

Best for: Tacos & cheap eats

Krong Siem Reap
2–11:30 PM
#11
Amara Dining - Siem Reap

11Amara Dining

Rooftop Bar $8–20 Pub Street 4.9 (468)

Best for: Rooftop dining & ambiance

Pub Street, Krong Siem Reap
11 AM – 11 PM
#12
Mr CIAO - Siem Reap

12Mr CIAO

Italian / International $8–18 Wat Bo Road 4.9 (282)

Best for: Italian & cocktails

Street 26, Wat Bo Rd, Krong Siem Reap
5–11 PM (closed Mon)
#13
La Luna - Siem Reap

13La Luna

Italian / Seafood $10–22 Wat Svay 4.9 (100)

Best for: Intimate Italian & seafood

Wat Svay, Krong Siem Reap
11 AM–2 PM, 6–10 PM (closed Mon)
#14
Peckish - Siem Reap

14Peckish

Modern Khmer $5–12 Hap Guan Street 4.9 (92)

Best for: Creative Khmer small plates

620 Hap Guan St, Krong Siem Reap
12–3 PM, 6–9 PM (closed Mon)
#15

15Sala Lodges

Fine dining $15–35 Salakomreuk 4.9 (282)

Best for: Romantic fine dining

Salakomreuk no. 498, Krong Siem Reap
6:30–10 PM

Top 15 — Khmer & Local Cuisine

Authentic Cambodian cooking, from street food to elevated Khmer fine dining.

#RestaurantCuisinePriceRating
🥇Sambo Khmer & ThaiKhmer / Seafood$3–8(2676)
🥈MarumKhmer tapas$6–15(1850)
🥉Khmer GrillKhmer BBQ$2–6(2308)
4Cuisine Wat DamnakKhmer fine dining$20–40(1240)
5Best Khmer (Golden Cafe)Khmer$2–5(555)
6Madam MochKhmer$2–6(1199)
7JOMNOModern Khmer$8–20(627)
8Khmer Hidden HomeKhmer$2–6(555)
9MAOM Khmer CuisineKhmer$3–8(456)
10MalisKhmer fine dining$15–40(1386)
11Lady Khmer KitchenKhmer$2–6(687)
12STREET FOODS by ChampeyStreet Food$1–5(308)
13La Kh'Mere PoulartKhmer / French$5–12(214)
14Changkran KhmerKhmer$3–8(397)
15Robam Pub StreetStreet Food / Show$3–10(785)
#1
Sambo Khmer & Thai - Siem Reap

1Sambo Khmer & ThaiEditor's pick

Khmer / Seafood $3–8 Wat Damnak 4.8 (2676)

Best for: Authentic Khmer & seafood

Wat Damnak, Krong Siem Reap
12–11 PM
#2
Marum - Siem Reap

2MarumBest value

Khmer tapas $6–15 Taphul Village 4.7 (1850)

Best for: Creative Khmer food

Taphul Village, near Pub Street
5–9:30 PM (closed Sun)
#3
Khmer Grill - Siem Reap

3Khmer Grill

Khmer BBQ $2–6 Wat Damnak 4.5 (2308)

Best for: Grilled meats & local vibe

Watdamnak Road, Wat Damnak Village
10 AM – 10 PM
#4
Cuisine Wat Damnak - Siem Reap

4Cuisine Wat DamnakBest vibe

Khmer fine dining $20–40 Wat Damnak 4.8 (1240)

Best for: Khmer tasting menu

Behind Wat Damnak, Sala Kamreuk
6–11 PM (closed Sun)
#5

5Best Khmer (Golden Cafe)Best value

Khmer $2–5 Steung Thmei 4.9 (555)

Best for: Cheap & authentic

Steung Thmei, Vihearchen Village
7 AM – 10 PM
#6
Madam Moch - Siem Reap

6Madam Moch

Khmer $2–6 Taphul Road 4.6 (1199)

Best for: Home-style Khmer cooking

021 Taphul Rd, Krong Siem Reap
7 AM – 10 PM
#7
JOMNO - Siem Reap

7JOMNO

Modern Khmer $8–20 Wat Damnak 4.8 (627)

Best for: Modern Khmer cuisine

Wat Damnak, Krong Siem Reap
11 AM – 10 PM
#8
Khmer Hidden Home - Siem Reap

8Khmer Hidden HomeBest value

Khmer $2–6 Night Market Street 4.8 (555)

Best for: Hidden gem, family cooking

Angkor Night Market Street, Stung Thmei
9 AM–4 PM, 6–9 PM
#9
MAOM Khmer Cuisine - Siem Reap

9MAOM Khmer Cuisine

Khmer $3–8 North Siem Reap 4.9 (456)

Best for: Traditional Khmer dishes

Krong Siem Reap
11 AM – 10:30 PM
#10
Malis - Siem Reap

10Malis

Khmer fine dining $15–40 Pokambor Avenue 4.3 (1386)

Best for: Classic Khmer institution

Pokambor Avenue, Krong Siem Reap
6:30 AM – 11 PM
#11
Lady Khmer Kitchen - Siem Reap

11Lady Khmer Kitchen

Khmer $2–6 Soksan Road 4.6 (687)

Best for: Cheap & cheerful Khmer

Sok San Rd, Krong Siem Reap
7 AM – 11 PM
#12

12STREET FOODS by Champey

Street Food $1–5 Pokambor Avenue 4.8 (308)

Best for: Street food experience

220 Pokambor Ave, Krong Siem Reap
12–10 PM
#13

13La Kh'Mere Poulart

Khmer / French $5–12 Sala Kamreuk 4.9 (214)

Best for: Khmer-French fusion

89 Sala Kamreuk Rd, Krong Siem Reap
12–3 PM, 6–10:30 PM (closed Tue)
#14
Changkran Khmer - Siem Reap

14Changkran Khmer

Khmer $3–8 Mondol 3 4.7 (397)

Best for: Traditional & dance shows

Mondol 3 Village
11 AM – 10:30 PM
#15
Robam Pub Street - Siem Reap

15Robam Pub Street

Street Food / Show $3–10 Pub Street 4.9 (785)

Best for: Dinner & Khmer dance show

Pubstreet, Street 08, Krong Siem Reap
5–10:30 PM

Top 15 — Pizza, Burgers & Grills

Italian restaurants, pizzerias, burgers, and steakhouses.

#RestaurantCuisinePriceRating
🥇Lost City Pizza SocietyPizza / Italian$6–14(533)
🥈PIZZERIA DA CLAUDIOPizza / Italian$5–12(517)
🥉Jungle BurgerBurger / Bistro$6–14(2037)
4da StefanoItalian$8–18(514)
5CUCINAPizza / Pasta$6–14(513)
6EL TORO GRILLSteakhouse$8–20(1218)
7Italian House by gio'Italian$7–16(219)
8Pasta La VistaItalian$5–14(786)
9Mamma Shop ItalianItalian$6–14(1113)
10The Grill LoungeGrill / Wine Bar$10–25(625)
11Polo FoodItalian / Pizza$5–12(400)
12Somaha Meat & ChillSteakhouse / Wine$10–25(377)
13Il FornoItalian / Pizza$6–14(1131)
14Ox ClubSteakhouse$12–30(189)
15Primetime PizzaPizza$4–10(147)
#1
Lost City Pizza Society - Siem Reap

1Lost City Pizza SocietyEditor's pick

Pizza / Italian $6–14 Riverside 4.9 (533)

Best for: Best pizza in town

Riverside Night Market Rd, Krong Siem Reap
5–10 PM (closed Fri/Sun)
#2
PIZZERIA DA CLAUDIO - Siem Reap

2PIZZERIA DA CLAUDIOEditor's pick

Pizza / Italian $5–12 Near Pub Street 4.9 (517)

Best for: Authentic Neapolitan pizza

Krong Siem Reap
12–11 PM
#3
Jungle Burger - Siem Reap

3Jungle Burger

Burger / Bistro $6–14 Soksan Road 4.7 (2037)

Best for: Best burgers & sports

Soksan Road, Krong Siem Reap
7 AM – 10:30 PM
#4
da Stefano - Siem Reap

4da Stefano

Italian $8–18 Soksan Road 4.8 (514)

Best for: Homemade pasta & Italian

874 Sok San Rd, Krong Siem Reap
11:30 AM – 11 PM
#5
CUCINA - Siem Reap

5CUCINA

Pizza / Pasta $6–14 Central Market 4.8 (513)

Best for: Pizza & pasta

Central Market St, 639, Krong Siem Reap
11 AM – 10 PM (closed Mon)
#6
EL TORO GRILL - Siem Reap

6EL TORO GRILL

Steakhouse $8–20 Street 08 4.7 (1218)

Best for: Steaks & grills

Street 08, Krong Siem Reap
11 AM – 12 AM
#7
Italian House by gio' - Siem Reap

7Italian House by gio'Best value

Italian $7–16 Taphul Road 4.9 (219)

Best for: Authentic Italian & pizza

Taphul Road, Krong Siem Reap
11:30 AM – 10 PM (closed Thu)
#8
Pasta La Vista - Siem Reap

8Pasta La Vista

Italian $5–14 Funky Lane 4.7 (786)

Best for: Pasta & fun atmosphere

Funky Ln, Krong Siem Reap
12 PM – 12 AM
#9
Mamma Shop Italian - Siem Reap

9Mamma Shop Italian

Italian $6–14 Hap Guan Street 4.6 (1113)

Best for: Italian home cooking

678 Hap Guan St, Krong Siem Reap
11 AM – 10 PM
#10
The Grill Lounge - Siem Reap

10The Grill Lounge

Grill / Wine Bar $10–25 Sivutha Blvd 4.8 (625)

Best for: Grilled meats & wine

Sivutha Blvd, Krong Siem Reap
11 AM – 10:30 PM (closed Wed)
#11
Polo Food - Siem Reap

11Polo Food

Italian / Pizza $5–12 Crocodile Road 4.8 (400)

Best for: Pizza & delivery

Crocodile Road, Krong Siem Reap
11 AM – 11 PM
#12
Somaha Meat & Chill - Siem Reap

12Somaha Meat & Chill

Steakhouse / Wine $10–25 Old Market 4.8 (377)

Best for: Steak & wine pairing

Psaa Chas, Thnou St, Krong Siem Reap
11 AM – 12 AM
#13
Il Forno - Siem Reap

13Il Forno

Italian / Pizza $6–14 Street 09 4.5 (1131)

Best for: Wood-fired pizza

33-27 Street 09, Krong Siem Reap
11 AM – 10:30 PM
#14
Ox Club - Siem Reap

14Ox Club

Steakhouse $12–30 NR6 4.8 (189)

Best for: Premium steaks

NR6, Krong Siem Reap
6–11 PM
#15
Primetime Pizza - Siem Reap

15Primetime PizzaBest value

Pizza $4–10 Sala Kamreuk 4.7 (147)

Best for: Delivery & takeaway pizza

Sala Kamreuk Rd, Krong Siem Reap
12–10 PM

Best Khmer restaurants in Siem Reap

For authentic Cambodian cuisine elevated to fine dining, Malis (#10) is the undisputed reference — chef Luu Meng's fish amok and Kampot pepper crab are the benchmark every other Khmer restaurant is measured against. Malis's amok is the definitive version: steamed in a banana leaf, with a silky coconut curry that perfectly balances lemongrass, galangal, and kaffir lime. Chanrey Tree (#11) serves refined Khmer dishes in a traditional wooden house — their amok in a coconut shell is unforgettable, and their Kampot pepper steak rivals the best in the country.

For a more casual, creative approach, Marum (#6) reinvents traditional recipes as shareable tapas in a candlelit garden: try the red ant stir-fry or the tamarind-glazed pork ribs. HAVEN (#1) also serves excellent Khmer-inspired dishes on its weekly tasting menu. Beyond restaurants, Siem Reap is one of Southeast Asia's best places to take a Khmer cooking class — you'll learn to make lok lak (peppered beef stir-fry), num banh chok (Khmer rice noodles in fish curry), and kuy teav (the breakfast noodle soup Cambodians adore).

All three featured restaurants are Cambodian social enterprises: your money directly supports the local community.

Best cheap eats in Siem Reap

Eating well in Siem Reap doesn't require a big budget — in fact, some of the city's best dishes cost less than $5. Tevy's Place (#13) is the people's champion — 2,187 reviews at 4.8 stars, with fresh mango smoothies starting at $1.50, huge smoothie bowls for $3, and full breakfasts (English or Khmer) under $4. Cambodian owner Tevy knows every regular by name, and the place is packed with locals and long-time expats from 7am.

Ojas Vegan (#12) on Chocolate Road proves plant-based cooking can be exciting and affordable, with creative buddha bowls, raw cakes, and cold-pressed juices, all under $12. For authentic street food, head to Psah Chas (Old Market) where BBQ skewers cost $0.50, a bowl of num banh chok (Khmer rice noodles) runs under $2, and a plate of bai sach chrouk (grilled pork and rice) goes for $1.50. Pub Street offers $1–3 meals at its cheapest stalls, but quality varies wildly — the best deals are always a block off the tourist circuit.

Elia Greek Kitchen (#7) serves huge sharing plates from $8 that genuinely feed two. The trick to eating cheap in Siem Reap: follow the locals, avoid restaurants with touts out front, and remember the best meals are often the simplest.

Best restaurants by neighborhood in Siem Reap

Siem Reap's dining scene splits across several distinct neighborhoods, each with its own personality. Chocolate Road has emerged as the new foodie hotspot: HAVEN (#1), The Bean Embassy (#9), and Ojas (#12) are all within a five-minute walk of each other, making it the best district for a full foodie day from morning coffee to dinner. The Old Market (Psah Chas) area is the historic heart, concentrating Tevy's (#13) for cheap breakfasts and Le Cul-de-Sac (#3) for French fine dining — you can string together culinary discoveries an entire afternoon without crossing a single main road.

Pub Street is loud, touristy, and overrun with $0.50 draft beer specials — the food is mostly mediocre, but it's the spot for nightlife and cheap drinks. Wat Damnak is the quiet residential neighborhood where long-time expats gather: Spin Bar (#14) is its anchor, with creative cocktails and the best burger in Siem Reap in a garden far from tourist noise. Bamboo Street hosts Fellini (#5) for Italian nights.

Sok San Road is the upscale stretch, with Kilimandjaro (#4) — a colonial villa serving French fine dining that rivals the best in Southeast Asia. For high-end Khmer cuisine, Pokambor Avenue (Malis #10) and Mondul 1 Village (Chanrey Tree #11, Elia #7) form a culinary triangle worth the tuk-tuk ride.

Where expats eat in Siem Reap

After living in Siem Reap since 2025, I can tell you the expat dining scene has its own geography — and it rarely overlaps with the tourist map. Morning coffee is a ritual: The Bean Embassy for true single-origin lovers, or Mesa for a flat white and shakshuka. Weekday lunches alternate between Elia (huge Greek portions, fair prices) and Tevy's (when you want a $3 smoothie bowl with no fuss).

The expat brunch culture is real — Saturday morning at Mesa or Bean Embassy is a social event where half the foreign community shows up. Date nights split between The Rosini Cuisine (#8) for the intimacy of an Italian on a quiet street, and Le Cul-de-Sac (#3) for classic French with a garden terrace. Spin Bar (#14) in Wat Damnak is the unofficial lounge — cocktails, burgers, and the kind of place where everyone knows your first name.

For hosting visitors from France, HAVEN never disappoints, and Kilimandjaro has become the address for taking friends who think they've seen everything in Southeast Asia. To find the real expat recommendations, join the Facebook groups 'Siem Reap Foodies' and 'Expats in Siem Reap' — that's where discoveries circulate before they hit TripAdvisor.

Best romantic restaurants in Siem Reap

Siem Reap has no shortage of intimate settings and candlelit dining rooms for a memorable date night. The Rosini Cuisine (#8) is the top choice for couples — an Italian chef preparing fresh pasta daily on a quiet terrace lit by string lights, with a short but well-chosen wine list and attentive service that never feels intrusive. Le Cul-de-Sac (#3) is the classic French choice: a colonial villa with a garden terrace where you can linger over a bottle of imported Bordeaux as jasmine perfumes the air above you.

Kilimandjaro (#4) brought colonial grandeur to Sok San Road — a handwritten menu, a tropical garden, and the kind of personal attention from the owner that turns every dinner into a private event. For an unmistakably Cambodian romantic evening, Chanrey Tree (#11) serves refined Khmer cuisine in a traditional wooden house with candles and traditional textiles. Malis (#10) offers a more spectacular setting with open-air pavilions, a lotus pond, and chef Luu Meng's tasting menus that turn dinner into a culinary journey.

These five restaurants are best savored unhurried — plan two hours and book in high season (November to March).

Best cafés and brunch in Siem Reap

Siem Reap's café scene has exploded in recent years, driven by a growing community of digital nomads and long-time expats who need reliable wifi and good coffee. The Bean Embassy (#9) is the undisputed leader — they roast their own single-origin Cambodian beans from Mondulkiri and Ratanakiri provinces, and the baristas know the difference between a V60 and a Chemex. The croissants are made fresh daily and the space is designed for laptop work.

Mesa (#2) dominates brunch with over 3,200 reviews: the shakshuka, açaí bowls, and avocado toast have made it a Saturday-morning institution. Specialty (third-wave) coffee culture is thriving here, with several roasters joining Bean Embassy in pushing quality standards far beyond what you'd expect from a Cambodian town. For digital nomads, café-as-office culture is well established — Bean Embassy, Mesa, and Ojas all have good wifi, outlets at every table, and a tolerance for laptop workers you no longer find in Bangkok or Bali.

Brunch runs from 7am to noon at most spots, and brace yourself to wait for a table at Mesa on weekends.

Pub Street eating guide

Pub Street is the beating heart of Siem Reap's tourist nightlife — a neon-lit pedestrian street packed with bars, restaurants, and $0.50 draft beer specials. But is the food good? The honest answer: not really. Restaurants lining Pub Street are often tourist traps with laminated picture menus, aggressive touts, and mediocre cooking at inflated prices.

Fried tarantulas and scorpions on sticks are photo opportunities, not culinary experiences. That said, there are hidden gems a stone's throw away. Le Cul-de-Sac (#3), our third-ranked restaurant, technically sits in the Old Market area right next to Pub Street — serving serious French fine dining in a colonial villa garden.

Marum (#6) is a three-minute walk north, with creative Khmer tapas in a candlelit garden. The best strategy for Pub Street is simple: enjoy it for cheap drinks and night atmosphere ($0.50 draft beers are real, and $1–2 cocktails too), then walk a block in any direction for the real food. The Old Market area directly adjacent offers better restaurants at lower prices, and the side streets hide cafés and small restaurants the tourist crowds never find.

If you're eating on Pub Street itself, stick to known establishments rather than the ones with the loudest touts.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does an average restaurant meal cost in Siem Reap?

A meal at a local Cambodian restaurant costs $2–5. Mid-range restaurants charge $8–15 per person. Fine dining ranges from $20 to $40. Street food starts at $1.

Do Siem Reap restaurants accept credit cards?

Most mid-range and high-end restaurants accept Visa and Mastercard. Small restaurants and street vendors only take cash (USD or riel). ABA Bank QR payments are increasingly common.

What's the best neighborhood for restaurants in Siem Reap?

Pub Street and the Old Market area have the highest density. Chocolate Road is the new foodie hotspot (HAVEN, Bean Embassy, Ojas). Wat Damnak has the best independent restaurants. Wat Bo Street is ideal for cafés.

Is street food safe in Siem Reap?

Generally yes, especially at busy stalls with high turnover. Stick to cooked dishes served hot. Avoid raw salads from street vendors. The BBQ skewers and noodle soups at Psah Chas are safe and delicious.

Do you need to book at Siem Reap restaurants?

Most restaurants don't require reservations. For popular spots like HAVEN, Kilimandjaro, or Le Cul-de-Sac, booking on weekends is recommended, especially in high season (November–March).

What are the best Khmer dishes to try in Siem Reap?

Amok (fish curry in coconut milk), Lok Lak (peppered beef stir-fry), Nom Banh Chok (Khmer noodles), and Bai Sach Chrouk (grilled pork and rice) are essential. Try them at Marum for a creative take.

Are there vegetarian and vegan options in Siem Reap?

Yes, Siem Reap has a fast-growing plant-based scene. Ojas is the best 100% vegan restaurant. HAVEN and Mesa offer excellent vegetarian options. Most Cambodian restaurants can adapt dishes on request.

What time do restaurants close in Siem Reap?

Most serve dinner until 10pm–10:30pm. Pub Street restaurants stay open until midnight or later. Brunch spots open from 7am. Sunday brunch is popular at Mesa and Bean Embassy.

Where can I find the best fine dining in Siem Reap?

Kilimandjaro (French, from $15), Le Cul-de-Sac (French, from $12), and HAVEN (tasting menu $18) offer the most upscale experiences. All three require reservations in high season.

Is tipping expected in Siem Reap restaurants?

Tipping is not required but appreciated. 10% is generous by local standards. Many restaurants add a service charge for large groups. Leaving the small change is a common practice.

Is food cheap in Siem Reap?

Yes, Siem Reap is one of the cheapest places in Southeast Asia to eat well. Local Cambodian restaurants and street food stalls serve full meals for $2–5. Mid-range restaurants with international cuisine (Italian, French, Greek) charge $8–20 per person. Fine dining — including HAVEN's five-course tasting menu and Kilimandjaro's French cuisine — runs $20 to $40. A fresh fruit smoothie costs $1.50–3, and a draft beer on Pub Street goes for $0.50. You can eat three meals a day for under $15 by sticking to local addresses.

Where do expats eat in Siem Reap?

Long-time expats almost never eat on Pub Street. Their go-to spots are Fellini and The Rosini Cuisine for Italian, The Bean Embassy and Mesa for morning coffee and brunch, Spin Bar in Wat Damnak for evening cocktails and burgers, and Elia for reliable Greek lunches. Expats discover new restaurants through the 'Siem Reap Foodies' and 'Expats in Siem Reap' Facebook groups long before they show up on TripAdvisor. Chocolate Road and Wat Damnak are the two neighborhoods where you're most likely to find yourself sitting next to someone who actually lives here.

Is Pub Street good for eating?

Pub Street is mostly a tourist trap on the food front — restaurants with touts outside and huge picture menus are generally mediocre. On the other hand, it's the heart of nightlife and cheap drinks ($0.50 draft beer, $1 cocktails). For genuinely good food, just walk a block in any direction: Le Cul-de-Sac is right next to Pub Street, and Marum is a three-minute walk away. The Old Market area adjacent to Pub Street offers far better food at lower prices. Our advice: drink on Pub Street, eat elsewhere.

Are there good vegan restaurants in Siem Reap?

Ojas Vegan (#12) is the best fully vegan restaurant — creative buddha bowls, raw desserts, and cold-pressed juices in a garden setting on Chocolate Road, all under $12. Beyond Ojas, most Siem Reap restaurants offer vegan options: HAVEN always includes plant-based dishes on its tasting menu, Mesa has excellent vegan brunch plates, and Elia's falafel and hummus plates are naturally vegan. Khmer cuisine is naturally vegetable-rich — ask for dishes without fish sauce (tuk trey) for a fully vegan version of classics like morning glory stir-fry or vegetable amok.

Which Khmer dishes are absolute must-tries in Siem Reap?

Start with fish amok — Cambodia's national dish, a coconut curry steamed in a banana leaf (best at Malis or Chanrey Tree). Lok lak is Kampot peppered beef stir-fry, served with a fried egg and lemon-pepper sauce. Num banh chok is Khmer rice noodles in green fish curry, eaten for breakfast by locals at the markets. Kuy teav is the classic morning noodle soup with pork or beef. On the street food side, try the beef skewers with their lemon-pepper sauce at Old Market, and the garlic-stir-fried morning glory — it accompanies almost every Khmer meal.

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