Lifestyle
Updated 2026-08-02 5 min
In short
- ●Elia has been Siem Reap's Greek reference since 2018, with more than 2,500 Google reviews at 4.7/5.
- ●Strengths: genuine Greek cooking, generous portions, a vegetarian and vegan menu that goes well beyond salads.
- ●Good to know: the dining room was extended in 2022 and still fills up — reviewers note the odd inconsistency at peak.
- ●Verdict: the break from Khmer food that expats and long-stay visitors keep coming back to.
4.7/5
Google rating
2,500+
Google reviews
2018
Open since
$$
Price range
At a Glance
- Type: Greek restaurant, lunch and dinner.
- Location: Street 09, Mondul 1 Village, close to the Siem Reap river.
- Kitchen: Dolmades, feta, keftedes, zucchini fritters, spanakopita, and Greek yoghurt with honey and almonds to finish.
- Google rating: 4.7/5 across more than 2,500 reviews.
- Since: 2018 — the group's first Cambodian address, extended in 2022 and now also in Phnom Penh.
Strengths
- Greek cooking that tastes Greek. The kitchen combines fresh local produce with imported staples where it matters — feta, olive oil, cured items. That balance is what reviewers single out.
- Portions and value. Generous plates at reasonable prices come up in review after review, which is why the room fills with residents rather than one-time tourists.
- Vegetarians and vegans are properly served. Not a token salad: hearty cooked dishes make up a real part of the menu.
- It grew for a reason. The premises were renovated and extended in 2022 to absorb demand, and a Phnom Penh branch followed. A restaurant that expands in Cambodia has repeat customers.
- A warm room. Cosy, authentically Greek decor — a genuine change of scene after a week of Khmer curries.
Good to Know Before You Go
- Consistency at peak hours. Some reviewers report the kitchen varying when the room is full. An earlier sitting is the simple fix.
- It is not a Khmer restaurant. Obvious, but worth saying if you only have three evenings in town — this is the meal you take on day four.
- Book in high season. The extension helped, but November to February still fills the room.
Who It's For
Elia is aimed at people who eat in Siem Reap regularly rather than at first-time visitors on a three-night stay.
- Residents and long-stay visitors: the reliable break from rice and curry.
- Vegetarians and vegans: one of the few kitchens in town with real cooked options.
- Families: shareable mezze plates work well around a table.
- Mediterranean food lovers: the closest thing to a taverna in the province.
Practical Info
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Address | 31-34 Street 09, Mondul 1 Village, Krong Siem Reap 17252 |
| Phone | +855 89 325 245 |
| Website | eliathegreekkitchen.com |
| Google rating | 4.7/5 — 2,500+ reviews |
| Price range | $$ |
| Signature plates | Dolmades, keftedes, spanakopita, zucchini fritters, Greek yoghurt with honey |
Verdict
Elia does one thing and does it properly: real Greek food, in quantity, at a price that makes it a habit rather than an occasion. Eight years in, an extension and a second city say more than any review score.
If you live here, it is already on your rotation. If you are visiting, save it for the evening when one more amok would be one too many.
Frequently asked questions
Is Elia good for vegetarians?
Yes — vegetarians and vegans get hearty cooked dishes rather than a single salad, which is unusual in Siem Reap.
Where exactly is Elia Greek Kitchen?
On Street 09 in Mondul 1 Village, a short walk from the Siem Reap river and the Old Market area.
Do I need to book?
Outside high season you can usually walk in. From November to February, booking or arriving early is safer.
Is there an Elia in Phnom Penh?
Yes. Siem Reap was the original address, opened in 2018, and a Phnom Penh branch followed.
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